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HE age of the personal transport system (car to you mate), is over. The planet can’t take anymore. We are all going to be zipped about the place by sophisticated mass transport systems and driverless electric cabs. The change is just around the corner so get used to the idea buddy. Don’t you just hate people who call you buddy? Anyway, it’s time to go to London for the weekend and although, as you know I loath trains I’m just going to have to bite the bullet as the Japanese say. (Bullet train. It’s a joke. Get it? Oh, never mind). Cadge a lift to Leominster station. Some twat has run into the level crossing with his lorry. The line is closed, no trains from Leominster today. Okay, let’s go to Hereford. Buy a ridiculously priced ticket. My friend Bob was in London once and was so appalled by the price of the ticket he went out and bought a 2CV Citroen for £50, drove it home and dumped it! Small Ads 4 Anyway, as I was saying, I’m standing on the platform at Hereford with about a million Humphrey’s Hints 6 other people, because of the hold up at Leominster. Finally one pulls in. About a million Art 8 people jump on and I’m left standing on the platform. I’m buggered if I’m going to stand in the aisle all the way to Newport. I’ll just wait for the next one. I go and sit in the waiting Art workshops 12 room for half an hour and watch the infra-red heater turn itself on and off. A train shows Cinema 18 up. I’ve got a seat - yippee. It deposits me at Newport but I’ve missed my connection, Dance 22 so I’ve got a 45 minutes wait. Unfortunately Newport station seems to have just survived World War II and is completely barren and shuttered up. They are ‘doing improvements‘ Food 24 a poster tells me. I stand on the empty platform and shiver. Music 26 The London train pulls in. I get a seat. All is well with the world but because of the Music workshops 38 delays I hit Paddington at 6pm on a Friday night. Not a good move. Shuffle through the tunnels till I get to the District & Circle line and jump into a very crowded carriage. We Band directory 40 set off east, but after about 100 yards the driver slams on the anchors and everybody falls Theatre 42 over. Some idiot, not me, has got their bag caught in a door. The driver comes on the Word 46 intercom. “Some idiot has got his bag caught in the door and I’ve just spotted a warning Grass roots 50 light. I’ll try and make it to the next station and sort it out. If anybody has actually got their head hanging out of the train, they’d best pull the Emergency Stop.” We get to the Comp therapies 52 next station, Edgware Road, but the platform is on the other side of the train so the driver We take no responsibility can’t open the doors to free the bag. He for the veracity of the starts moving down the train to try and find information herein the offending bag straps. It’s 6.15pm on a Friday night. The doors are open. Some Pete Mustill people get on the train. Some more people Mayfield, Stapleton, get on the train. Some more people get Nr Presteigne, Powys on the train. This train was already full at LD8 2LW Paddington. This is ridiculous. Tel: 01544 260051 The bloke with the bag is, of course, in my Email: info@broadsheep.com Website: www.broadsheep.com carriage but the driver can’t get to him ‘cos there’s way too many people on the bleeding train. We all get off the train. He fixes the door. We all get on the train. It’s impossible to breathe. At Liverpool Street I change onto the Central Line. The rolling stock on the Central Line is getting a bit old. In 2003 an engine actually fell out of a train at Chancery Lane. It’s now 2017 and the latest innovation seems to be that they have dispensed with wheels and are just dragging the carcass of the train along the tracks like fingernails on a blackboard, only 1000 times the volume. My ears start to bleed but everybody else in the carriage just sits there like it’s perfectly normal! It must be a special train for deaf people. I get out at Bethnal Green and realise I’m not quite sure how to get to Felstead Road. Never mind, I’ll get a cab. One miraculously appears, a proper old black cab. Not one of your Uber Johnnies. “Felstead Road, it’s up near Victoria Park mate.” We drive off. “Do I turn left or right here” asks the cabbie. “I don’t know mate, you’re the bloody cab driver.” I thought you were meant to know every road in London?” We stop and spend about £4.50’s worth, looking at his Sat Nav. Next day is Saturday. Walk down to Hackney Central, get an overground to Highbury & Islington. Very civilised train. Change onto the Victoria line to get a connection to the Piccadilly line, to my sis in Muswell Hill. The Piccadilly line is closed. I get a bus. Later on my sis gives me a ride to Finsbury Park so I can get a connection to South Kensington. On the train I spot a short cut if I change at Green Park. Yes, a short cut onto the Piccadilly line. The Piccadilly line is closed. Retrace my steps through the tunnels and get back on the line I was on. It’s midnight, I need to make it back to Bethnal Green with the minimum amount of Central line screeching as possible. I grab a District line train heading for Barking. It is full of very drunk people from Barking who are all barking! I escape at Monument and walk through 20 miles of tunnels to Bank in order to get on the screeching blackboard. Sunday. I get the overland from Hackney back to Highbury & Islington in order to get the Victoria line to King’s Cross and the Circle to Paddington. The Circle is closed! I get back on the Victoria line to Oxford Circus and thence via the Bakerloo line to Paddington. By now I’ve missed the fast train to Hereford and it’s quicker to go on the slow train. I bloody hate trains - Slough, Reading, Didcot, Oxford. I bloody hate trains - Charlebury, Pershore, Worcester Shrub Hill, Worcester Foregate Street. “Oh what the hell, I’ll have a toasted sandwich from the buffet.” “What the F***” “It’s a sandwich with charcoal lines drawn on it then microwaved!” I give up.

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Cover pic: Gerado Nunez & Carmen Cortez, Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon - 22 March

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AMANDA’S HOME HELP AND KITCHEN Providing quality home help. Do you need assistance with: Cooking, quality home cooking using fresh and seasonal ingredients. Baking and vegetarian cooking as well as any special dietary requirements. I can also help with cleaning, shopping, and light gardening. I am happy to chat to you over the phone about your needs at home. Please phone me on my mobile: 07843007421 or email me on amandaoprice@gmail.com BEEKEEPING AND SMALLHOLDING COURSES Interested in keeping bees but don’t know how to start? Our ‘Bee Ready’ course, now in its fifth year, will prepare you to get your own hives in 2017. Held over a weekend it provides you with essential background information, lots of hands-on opportunities and plenty of encouragement. NOW BOOKING FOR MAY 13th/14th 2017. One to one tuition also available. Courses are held on our own family-run smallholding near Bromyard, where we also offer smallholding taster days and advanced sessions. For details of any of these opportunities please email woodruffbank@btinternet.com or ring 01886 884752. BLACKSMITHING EVENING CLASSES AND SHORT COURSES at Bluefoot Forge. For details, phone 01544 267810. info@wherethelightgetsin.co.uk or visit www.wherethelightgetsin.co.uk WORKSHOPS FROM THE SMALL BUSINESS CLINIC: MailChimp 22/3 and 5/4 at Kidwells House, Hereford; Google Analytics 21/3 in Malvern. Book on Eventbrite, visit our website at www.smallbusinessclinic.co.uk or call 07825 987114. ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS FROM ONLY 50P PER WEEK 1000 direct unique hits per month, top of the page on Google when you type in Presteigne, all administrative work done by volunteers, project is not for profit. SUPPORT YOUR TOWN WEBSITE. Very cheap rates: 50p per week, or full page £1 per week. For more information go to www.presteigne.org.uk, email jtennanteyles@gmail.com or telephone James Tennant-Eyles on 01544 267363. A STITCH IN TIME Careful repairs & creative alterations to well-loved clothes. Vintage a speciality. Anne 01544 267997. COURTYARD ANTIQUES, HIGH ST, PRESTEIGNE. A most unusual shop offering an eclectic and interesting collection of fine quality antiques, decorative and quirky items, Staffordshire pottery, country furniture and books. 01544 267033. aeleavis@yahoo.co.uk www.facebook.com/courtyardantiquespresteigne

ON THE PROBLEM WITH BEING HUMAN Our biggest handicap is that we consider ourselves to be superior to other animals and to all of Nature. The belief underlies the notion that the world consist of resources for us to exploit and enables governments to indulge their own self-interests to the detriment of the planet. Hey Ho!!

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HEY don’t call me the Shirley Conran of the Mid-Borders listings magazine publishing world for nothing. A high flying, high profile, power-dressing job demanding an immaculate image and still time to keep a house fit for any impromptu soiree. So how can it be done - here are a few tips. FLOORS: Avoid carpets, they’re dust traps so try stone, it’s easy sweep and comes in tones of grey that don’t show dirt, also avoiding the need for ashtrays without involving a fire hazard - safety should always come first. If you feel obliged to have carpets, then don’t fall for the Shake & Vac con. There really is no point in emptying the hoover bag over the carpet just for the satisfaction of sucking it up again. DUSTING: Get rid of all solid fuel fires - just think of all the dust they create. I don’t care about the romance of country living, foraging for fuel for free. Get real and pay the bills, those nice men who run the utilities deserve every penny they get. A Rayburn full of coal, a crappy chimney that smokes a bit, so you riddle it and everything gets covered in a thick layer of grey. Won’t notice on the floor of course, but the china horse, Guiness glass made out of icing and perfectly carved penis on the mantlepiece will lose their polished sheen. Get rid of the coal and you need never dust again. Another neat anti-dusting trick is to encourage spiders. They spin nice sticky webs which the dust sticks to (together with flies, a handy side effect) and you gain loads of green brownie points (if that’s not a contradiction in terms). LAUNDRY: Be nice to your mother.

COOKING: You are what you eat, so it’s important to eat well and sensibly whilst minimising the work involved. My advice is to get a job in a restaurant. This means you get good food for free, you still have to wash-up, by hey, YOU get paid to do it. Maybe this is the start of the wages for housework revolution - don’t do it at home, do it somewhere else. Roll on the revolution. Cooking is also very energy inefficient for the single person. The amount of energy involved is the same as for a few especially the amount of dirty pans cluttering up the kitchen sink until you need them again. If you require variety in your diet, then you might need to suck up to two cafes, one specialising in breakfasts and one for supper. If you really feel you need three meals a day, then you might have to cook one yourself - I recommend toast. BATHROOM CLEANING: Why bother? Every time you use them they get full of water, so that means they’re clean, doesn’t it? VERMIN: I’ve rarely had a problem, since I always keep a cat and even rodents have their standards. I did once find a rat dead in the middle of the kitchen floor with no apparent injury. My assumption was that it had died of food poisoning and I haven’t seen one since so it appears to be the perfect deterrent. Anyone for dinner? November 97 Nicola Humphreys

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Friday 10 March 7.30pm Folk in the Foyer

KIM LOWINGS & THE GREENWOOD supported by THE VEGAN VAMPIRES Friday 17 March 7.30pm COMEDY CLUB Four great comedians live in the foyer Friday 31 March 7.30pm THE BEST THING Vamos Theatre Masked theatre company supported by Arts Alive

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1 March 8pm HELL OR HIGH WATER (Borderlines) 3 March 7.30pm THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN 12 March 8pm BRITAIN ON FILM - RAILWAYS (Borderlines) 24 March 7.30pm SULLY - MIRACLE ON THE HUDSON

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We are looking for three dynamic new Trustees to support the next stage of our development. The Bleddfa Trust was established forty years ago and is based in rural mid-Wales. Our mission is to enrich the creative spirit and promote well-being through the Arts, storytelling, music, painting, meditation plus a varied programme of exhibitions, workshops, lectures and retreats. The Trustees’ role is to safeguard the Trust’s mission, to secure the development of Bleddfa on a sustainable financial footing and to support the Manager, Sarah Pearson, who is responsible for the day-to-day running of the Bleddfa Centre – comprising a Café, Shop, Gallery and Activity spaces. The successful candidates would be expected to attend five Board meetings a year plus occasional informal meetings. The role is voluntary; expenses can be paid if requested. An interest in the Arts is important; but the main qualities sought by the Trustees are commitment, organisational skill and experience in one or more of the following areas: publicity, marketing, event management, retail and fundraising. This is an exceptional opportunity to help shape the identity of a very special place.

Please email your covering letter and CV to: Tony Morris, Chair, Bleddfa Trust: tonymorristonymorris@icloud.com www.bleddfacentre.org Closing date: 3 April 2017

art POWYS St Michael’s Church, Discoed, near Presteigne 1 March - 16 April ‘40 Days, 40 Artists: The Passion - Lent 2017’. Reclaiming and re-visioning Lent. A thoughtprovoking exhibition explores contemporary notions of the Passion of Christ, curated by Charles MacCarthy. Open daily 10am-5pm. Ivy House Gallery, Montgomery 01686 668746 March Local artists and locally produced crafts. Open daily 9am-5pm. Rhayader Museum, CARAD, East St, Rhayader LD6 5ER 01597 810561 March Perspectives work inspired by four birds: starling, curlew, raven and red kite. TOBY HAY - acoustic guitar music, GOFANNON FORGE - bird sculptures & KEITH HOW - paintings. Tues-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat 10am-1pm. Studio 54 Gallery, 54 Bridge St, Kington, HR5 3DJ 01544 231527 March Permanent open studio. Sale of contemporary and historic works of art, small affordable bronzes, large splendid scupture and unique jewellery. Open 7 days a week, 11am-4pm. www.studio54gallery.co.uk Courtyard Antiques, High St, Presteigne, 01544 267033 March Selling exhibition of Staffordshire figures from 1800-1875, the folk art of Great Britain. 10.30am-3pm. Globe at Hay, Hay-on-Wye 01497 821762 Until 24 March WINSLOW COURT, a SENAD group centre based in Bromyard that provides education, care and community support for complex, vulnerable young people and adults. Open Wed-Sun 9.30am-5pm. Old School Gallery, Bleddfa Centre, near Knighton 01547 550377 From 31 March Spring Exhibtion. Open 11am-4.30pm. Assembly Rooms, Presteigne 01544 260777 4 March Lots of locally made, artisan gifts: cards, necklaces, furniture, paintings, bags, carvings, books, scarves and more. Open 10am-3pm.

Knighton Fine Art, 2 Broad Street, Knighton 01547 528052 March ‘Spring Cleaning’. A section of low priced art plus some cards at three for £5, plus new craft from ROB FOUNTAIN and art from BRONTË WOODRUFF. C20th art, greetings cards and local crafts, Wed-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 10am-1pm.

The Hay Makers, St John’s Place, Hay-on-Wye HR3 5BN 01497 820556 www.haymakers.co.uk 13 March - 13 May Easter exhibition. DRUCILLA COLE - prints. RAY TOMS & HANNAH TURNER - ceramics. JAN FFRYER & AMY PROUT - jewellery. Winter opening Mon-Sat 10.30am5pm, closed Tues & Sun. Wyeside, Builth Wells 01982 552555 Until 31 March RHAYADER ART GROUP. Tues & Wed 12.30-9pm, Thurs-Sun 2-pm, closed Mon. Tower House Gallery, 29 High St, Knighton 01547 529530 March Indian Textile Month. Wed-Sat 10am-5pm. Museum of Modern Art, Machynlleth 01654 703355 Until 1 April ‘The Drovers’ Roads of Wales and Other Photographs’. FAY GOODWIN. Plus ‘Down South Dalmatian Days’. JOHN LAVRIN. Plus ‘Outside my Window - is a Tree’. STEPHEN WEST RCA. Until 22 April Tabernacle Collection. Until 22 April ‘Cosmic Egg’. ANDREW LOGAN. 1 April - 20 May ‘Welsh Chapels’. DICK EVANS. 8 April - 17 June ‘Always Water’. BEATE GEGENWART. Mon-Sat 10am-4pm. Minerva Arts Centre, Llanidloes 01686 413467 13 - 22 March ‘A Quiet Gathering’. An exhibition of clothing by innovative designers. 25 March World Textile Day. Exhibition with sales of textiles, costumes and artifacts from around the world. Open 10am-4.30pm. 1 - 12 April ‘Vintage Style’. A spring sale of textiles, china and ephermera of yesteryear.Open daily 10.30am4.30pm. Cheese & Butter Market, Hay-on-Wye 07866 843538 Every Fri & Sat Flea & Vintage Market. Vintage clothing, bric a brac, antiques and jewellery. Open 9am-5pm. Andrew Lamont Gallery, Theatr Brycheiniog, Canal Wharf, Brecon 01874 611622 3 - 29 March Brecon Women’s Festival Arts Show. Coinciding with International Women’s Day. With over 20 female artists. Open 10am-4pm. Other exhibitions open theatre times. Shop Windows in and around Hay-on-Wye 01497 831254 31 March - 1 May - MARCHES BOOK ARTS GROUP. Walk the trail.

The Workhouse Studio, Presteigne Industrial Estate 01544 267864 March SOPHIE JAUNCEY - mixed media collages. Plus rare antique carpets and kilims. Cafe. Tues-Sat 10am-4pm. Mid Wales Arts Centre, Caersws 01686 688369 19 March - 30 April ‘Enamoured’. BRITISH SOCIETY OF ENAMELLERS - contemporary techinques in glass and metal. 26 March Aberystwyth Printmakers Collective. 1 April - 29 Oct Sculpture Cymru at MWAC - Home of Sculptors In Wales 2016. Open Thurs-Sun 10am-4pm. Shepherd’s Ice Cream Parlour, 9 High Town, Hay-on-Wye 01497 821898 Until end of April SHARON CURTIS - paper-cuts and lino prints. LUCY McGILL - prints and illustrations. Mon-Fri 9.30am-5.30pm, Sat 9.30am-6pm, Sun 10.30am-5.30pm. Oriel Davies Gallery, Newtown 01686 625041 11 March - 10 May ‘Vanisihing Point’. KELLY BEST. 11 March - 10 May ‘Instructions for Imagined Spaces’. RORY DUCKHOUSE. Mon-Sat 10am-5pm. Court Cupboard Gallery, Llantillo Petholey, Abergavenny, NP7 8AU 01873 852011 6 March - 4 May ANDREW LEGGE photographs. GAIL TURBUTT - glass. 10.30am-4pm. HEREFORDSHIRE The Market Hall, Mill St, Kington 07867 483135 18 March KINGTON ART AND CRAFT MARKET. With new artists joining us each month, we offer high quality art and craft desirables, all by local designer-makers. Handbags, waistcoats and other textiles, original paintings and prints, ironmongery, Alpaca products, hand painted wooden items, handmade herbal skin care, jewellery, vintage collectables, ceramics, art cards, personalised kid’s wear, gifts items, and more. Our growing market is an event not to be missed. Free - craft activity for kids and their adults. 10am-3pm. Lion Gallery, Broad St, Leominster 01568 611898 March A wide selection of quality contemporary craft and design work. Mon-Sat 10am-5pm.

Lois Hopwood, St Michaelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church Discoed

Angela Harper, Apple Store Gallery, Hereford

Diana Nuttall, Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, Craven Arms

Christy Keeney, The Dotty Dog Gallery, Shrewsbury

Maggie Jones, The Chapel, Bromyard

Apple Store Gallery, Unit 1, Rockfield Road, Hereford, HR1 2UA 01432 263937 1 March - 29 April ‘Drawings from The Boatyard’. ANGELA HARPER. 4 April Artist’s Talk. Angela Harper will be talking about her work. 6.30, £5. Open Wed-Fri 9.30am-4.30pm, Sat 10am-1pm. Framing available. Wellington Community Centre 01432 830097 29 April - 1 May Charity Art Exhibition and Sale. Artists wishing to enter original framed pictures please contact Peter Manson. Unframed originals also welcome. Open Sat 10.30-5pm, Sun 10am-5pm, Mon 10am-4pm. Croft Castle, near Leominster www.nationaltrust.org.uk Until 24 April MATTHEW WOOD. Wood will create each painting on-site, responding creatively to Croft’s historic interiors, each painting will then be displayed as an exhibition from 3 June - 14 July. Studio 54 Gallery, 54 Bridge St, Kington HR5 3DJ 01544 231527 www.studio54gallery.co.uk March Sale of contemporary and historic works of art, small affordable bronzes, large splendid sculpture and enchantingly unique jewellery. Open Mon-Sat 11am-4pm. Tobias James Art & Framing Gallery, St Owen St, Hereford 07760 316959 March Works by local artists and from artists further afield. Made in the Marches Gallery, No. 12 Church St, Kington, HR5 3AZ 07531 820195 From 1 April ‘Spring Forward’. Cards, ceramics, glass, wood, metal, willow, paintings, prints, textiles and sculpture. Open Tues-Sat 10am-5pm. Mike Gell, Contemporary British Jewellery, 3 East Street, Hereford. 01432 278226 Jewellery, silverware and studio glass by more than 70 designers. Our new designer of the month is Amelia Strong who is a member of Alloy Jewellers. Open Mon - Sat,10am - 5pm. Upstairs, Market House, Ross-on-Wye 01989 769398 March Made in Ross - arts and crafts collective - local work by local artist. Exhibitions change monthly. Open daily,10am-4pm. Hereford Museum & Art Gallery, Broad St, Hereford 01432 354207 Until 31 March BRIAN HATTON exhibition. Thurs-Sat 11am-4pm.

The Chapel, 2 Forbury Chase, Sherford St, Bromyard, HR7 4DL 01885 788064 www.thechapelbromyard.com 20 - 29 May ‘Abstract Edge’. Artists at the edge of abstraction. 1 - 9 July ‘Into The Woods’. An exhibition concerning trees. Open 11am-5pm with pop-up cafe. (Closed 22 - 24 May and 3 & 4 July). Bromyard History Centre, Bromyard 01432 356872 11 March - 21 April ‘Bromyard Downs Past, Present, Future’. South Chapel, All Saint’s Church, Hereford 01432 370414 Until 4 March Sale of Indian silks and saris with Jan Bishop. 6 - 11 March THE HEREFORD LEISURE PAINTERS. Exhibition and sale. 13 - 18 March THE GOLDEN VALLEY CRAFT SOCIETY. 20 - 25 March Fairtrade arts, crafts and charity information from Love Zimbabwe. 27 March - 1 April SIAN THOMAS handmade stained glass. PREETI THAPA - Nepalese handicrafts. 3 - 8 April Sale of Indian silks and saris with Jan Bishop. Open Mon-Sat 9.30am-5.30pm. The Courtyard, Hereford 01432 340555 Until 19 March ‘The Hop Project’. 23 March - 30 April PRU Project Exhibition. Photographs, poetry and film, exploring the perfect selfie. 30 March - 31 May Cabinet of Curiosities. Open theatre times. Old Chapel Gallery, Pembridge 01544 388842 www.oldchapelgallery.co.uk 5 March - 30 April ‘First Song’. Spring exhibition featuring a new collection of paintings, ceramics, glass, sculpture, etchings, jewellery and textiles.11am-5pm, Sun 11am-4pm. Tues by appointment. Worcester City Art Gallery & Museum, Foregate St, Worcester 01905 25371 Until 3 June David Cox and his Contemporaries. 8 March Guided Tour behind the scens at the Museum, 11am, 1pm & 2.30pm. Open Mon-Sat 10.30am-4.30pm, closed Sundays and Bank holidays. Blue Ginger Gallery, Stiffords Bridge, Cradley, Malvern WR13 5NW 01886 880240 From 18 March ‘Coast to Country’. Featuring work by SHELLY PERKINS. Open 10am-5pm.

The Print Shed, Swinmoor, Madley, Hereford, HR2 9JD 07796 673123 www.theprintshed.net March Give a Print Shed gift voucher - The Spring 2017 programme of print and painting courses now online. SHROPSHIRE Land of Lost Content, Craven Arms, SY7 9NW 01588 676176 National Museum of British Popular Culture. 11am-5pm daily, closed Wed. The Cliffe at Dinham, Halton Lane, Dinham, Ludlow, SY8 2JE 01584 872063 Until July BRONTË WOODRUFF landscapes, horses, recent abstracts. Open 10am coffee, 12-2.30pm lunch, 6.30-9pm evenings, later at weekends. Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery 01743 258885 Until 7 May ‘Rhyme Around the World’. Artwork from some best selling illustrators. Tues-Sat 10am-4.30pm. The Photo Space, 4 Castle Street, Ludlow (next to Quality Square) 0330 900 0290 www.thephotospace.co.uk Until 11 March ‘Ludlow Seven 2017’. photography competition winners. Works by ANNE GIDDINGS, DARREN LEESON, EMILY BAKER, GEOFF HODGSON, KATE MAXWELL, RICHARD SHIPP and SAM WALMSLEY. Open Wed-Sat 10am -5pm (Tues by appointment). The Dotty Dog Gallery, 77a Wyle Cop, Shrewsbury SY1 1UT 07772 394984 www.dottydog.biz Until 31 March CHRISTY KEENEY - ceramic sculpture. Plus usual selection of high-quality original prints, plus studio ceramics by CLAUDIA LIS, SIMON SHAW, WAYNE CLARKE & JACQUI ATKIN. Open Tues-Sat 11am-4pm. The Gallery, 32 High St, Bishop’s Castle 01588 630555 Contemporary arts including glass, ceramics, metal and wood, textiles, paintings, prints and jewellery. Thurs-Sat 11am-5pm. Claudia Lis Cermaics, The Central, Princes St, Montgomery SY15 6PY 01686 668244 Until 31 March Visit studio potter Claudia Lis in her workshop, just drop in or ring to make an appointment. Gallery 3, Gateway Arts Centre, Shrewsbury 01743 355159 Until 31 March RACHAEL WALKER. 4 April - 12 May HANNY NEWTON. Open Mon-Fri 9am-4.30pm.

Aardvark Books, The Bookery, Manor Farm, Brampton Bryan, Bucknell, SY7 0DH 01547 530744 8 - 23 April ‘Fire + Earth: Ceramic Creativity in the Marches’. This exhibition brings together 18 outstanding ceramicists and sculptors who work or are connected to the Marches. Including STEPHEN COX RA, PHIL ROGERS & KEN EASTMAN. Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm.

and dynamic painting, photography, ceramics, metal, wood and paper design and so forth. The group now wishes to expand its range of quality creative output for exhibitions in order to enhance its reputation even further. Busy 2017 schedule is planned. Applicants have to be fully committed to a co-operative ethos. Details from Paddy Hannigan: paddyhannigan12@ gmail.com. ART COMPETITION Open to any amateur artist, £3 per entry, £2 under 16s which includes the small required canvas. First prize is a print by local artist Brian Jones. To enter pop along to Newtopia, 10 High St, Newtown. Closing date is 15 April.

Silk Top Hat Gallery, Quality Square, Ludlow 01584 875363 4 March - 1 April ‘Time and the Byways’. SIMON DORRELL drawings and paintings. Mon-Sat 10am-5pm. Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, School Rd, Craven Arms 01588 676060 Until 4 April LES DOBB, LIZ DOBB & DIANA NUTTALL. Distinctive colourful paintings in acrylics and mixed media. Seascapes, local views and abstracts. Also pottery, cushions, tablemats and coasters. Open Mon-Sun 10am-5pm. Town Hall, Bishop’s Castle www.bishopscastletownhall.co.uk 01588 630023 4 March Flea & Antiques Market. Open 9am-4pm. Until 12 March KEITH NOBLE paintings.

H.ART DATES FOR ARTIST’S DIARIES 13 March - 14 April Registration open online. 6 June Regional meet and greet for city, north, south and east, 7pm. 7 June - Regional meet and greet for west, 7pm. www.h-art.org.uk CREATIVE WILLOW Weekly classes for beginners and intermediates, exploring willow weaving techniques for basketmaking and garden structures. Clyro, Builth Wells and Crickhowell. Mary Zammit, 01982 552072, mary@marywillowgarden.co.uk GLASSBLOWING COURSES Experience the magic of glassblowing. Hay-on-Wye. www.glassgallery.co.uk

Art & Craft Workshops Single listings are free. Year round, £40 per year

THE ARTISTREE CO-OPERATIVE OF CONTEMPORARY ARTISTS AND DESIGNERS IN LEDBURY welcome applications from quality and empathetic creative practitioners, of all persuasions, to join this flourishing, dynamic and friendly group. With a permanent gallery established in the town. Artistree has a growing reputation for exhibiting a varied range of high quality, vibrant

PRINTMAKING WORKSHOPS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR Day workshops in Lino cut printing (textile and paper), Monoprinting and Etching with the artist Rebecca Davis MA. These workshops are for both beginners and more advanced students. The aim of the workshops is to help students develop their creative skills in printmaking. Each workshop costs £30 plus materials. Tea, coffee and biscuits provided. Contact

rebecca@rebeccadavisstudio.co.uk. www.rebeccadavisstudio.co.uk or 07776 490831. COFFEE, CAKE & CREATIVITY Join us for a range of adult art & craft workshops at The Studio, Greenacres, Tenbury Wells. Classes in Portraiture, Still Life, Experimental Drawing, Fused Glass, Engraving and Paper Construction with artist Ann Wallace (18 years teaching experience) - www.annwallace.co.uk on studio workshop page for class listings - 01584 811080. CREATIVE BREAKS Learn a new skill and explore your creativity with experienced tutors. We offer a wide range of art and craft courses throughout the year:- Basketmaking, dyeing, spinning and weaving, earth ovens, glass fusing, green woodworking, hand and machine knitting, hedgerow medicine, jewellery, painting, photography, pottery, printmaking, rag rug making, stained glass, story telling, upholstery and woodworking. www.creativebreaks. co.uk for full details of our courses. Make it yourself - take it home - keep it, treasure it: give it with pride! GINN’S CREATIVE WORKSHOPS Fun, recreational art sessions for EVERYONE. Start painting, drawing, printing & textiles. Guided by Ginn with 25 years in teaching & inspiring art & design. PLUS Ginn’s School of Sewing Tel: 01432 760961 www.ginnscreativeworkshops.co.uk LUDLOW FRINGE FESTIVAL ART TRAIL 2017 17th June - 2nd July 2017. Now expanding into our 5th year. Artists are invited to exhibit and sell their work at a string of venues across Ludlow during its lively 3-week festival. Interested to take part? Artists and/or venues, we’d love to hear from you. Further details from John Jarvis 01584 873182 email: john.jarvis@ freeuk.com

GEORGINA FRANKLIN Jewellery Individual Contemporary Design Commissions undertaken

Please see website for studio opening times.

www.georginafranklin.co.uk

The Forum, 18 Market Square, Tenbury Wells, Worcs. WR15 8EA

Phone 01584 810085

GREEN-WOOD CHAIR MAKING COURSES IN PRESTEIGNE Redwood Valley Cabin and Yurts is the fabulous setting for these woodland-based courses in the ancient craft of chair making. Under the tutelage of green-wood craftsman Ben Willis, you’ll learn how to make a beautiful piece of furniture from freshly harvested timber. Courses run at various times throughout the year. Visit www. benwillis-woodcraft.co.uk/courses/ woods or call Ben on 07976 287797 for further details. ART WORKSHOPS FOR YOUNG PEOPLE Free Art sessions, for 11-18 year olds. Wednesdays 4-6pm. With different art techniques by local artists. Teme Valley Youth Project, Wigmore. Email: youthtvyp1@yahoo. co.uk or call 01568 770110. March JEWELLERY MAKING With Melissa Hunt. 4 March - Cold Connections For Jewellers, intermediate/advanced levels, 10am-5pm, £110. 11 March - Beginners Jewellery, make a silver ring, 10am-5pm, £110. 12 March Anti-clasting Raising: Make a silver bangle (intermediate), 10am-5pm, £110 excluding materials. 25 & 26 March - Stone Setting (intermediate), 10am-5pm, £220. 30 March - Tension Setting (intermediate), 10am-1pm, £55. Plus on Tuesdays running blocks of 6 week evening classes, 6-9pm, £150. All courses in Brampton Bryan, bring a packed lunch or buy from the cafe at Aardvark Books, two minute walk from the studio. Details 07931 351233. March EASTNOR POTTERY Family Pottery Fun during March 2017. Tues-Sat 10am-4pm. Turn up and choose from an exciting menu of pottery projects using real clay. No minimum order of participants required and projects start at just £5. Excellent & creative indoor activity. Potter’s wheel workshops Spring 2017, 11 & 12, 24 March. Spend the day or weekend relaxing and creating pots on the potter’s wheel. £130 day £240 weekend. Includes materials, refreshments and lunch. To book a space, simply email admin@eastnorpottery.co.uk or tel 01531 633886. March ORIEL DAVIES GALLERY WORKSHOPS 17 March - Life Drawing Long Pose Special. All materials supplied, experienced sketchers and total beginners welcome, 10.30am-1.30pm, £18. Booking essential. Oriel Davies Gallery, Newtown, 01686 625041.

March THE HIVE Starting 4 March for 6 weeks - Zoenso Sketchbook Saturdays for ages 7-14 years, 10am-12pm. 7 March - Junior Potters for ages 4 - 9, younger siblings welcome, 3.45-4.45pm, £7 per child, £6 per sibling, materials and firing costs included. The Hive, 5 Belmont, Shrewsbury, 01743 234970. March BLEDDFA CENTRE 7 & 21 March - Bleddfa Sewing Group, 10.30am. 28 March - Life Drawing, 10am-4pm includes lunch, £35. Bleddfa Centre, near Knighton, 01547 550377. March ASSEMBLY ROOMS WORKSHOPS Sat - SmART, art and craft club for 8-14 years, 10.30am12.30pm, £35 per term. First Thurs every month - Ludlow Arts Society, talks and demonstrations, 7.30pm, £4. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 01584 878141. POP UP STONE CARVER Available for demonstrations, workshops, have a go sessions or childrens birthday parties. Can be from our workshop in Knucklas or at your own location. Stone and tools are all supplied and all ages catered for. Starting every Thursday - evening classes. Contact Lottie on 01547 528 792 or email her at info@stonecarving.co.uk March COURSES AT THE PRINT SHED Wood Engraving, Abstract Paint, Collagraph, Monoprint, Beginners Linocut all in March. Visit www.theprintshed.net for the rest of the spring programme. The Print Shed, Madley HR2 9JD. info@theprintshed. net Call Jill for further info 07796 673123.

Until Sat 4 March KNITTING WEEK Learn to Brioche, toe up socks, 10 stitch blanket and Tunisian crochet. Sheepish Yarn Shop, Bishop’s Castle, details, www.shopsheepish.co.uk or phone 01588 630421. Sat 4 March AN INTRODUCTION TO FREE MACHINE EMBROIDERY With Juliet Parker-Smith. Bring your own machine to work with, no previous embroidery experience is needed. Glasbury Village Hall, 10.30am-4pm, £60/£50, 0333 666 3366, www.glasburyarts.co.uk Sun 5, 12, 19 & 26 March LEGO CLUB Bring your children and let them run wild with our famous in-house Lego. Open 11am-12.30pm. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 01497 821762. Sat 18 March IMPROVING YOUR ITALIC Workshop with Nick Caulkin of the Society for Italic Handwriting. 10-4pm @ Monkland V.Hall, Leominster. £18 members/ £21 visitors. For booking & details please ring 01544 327657. Marches Scribes. Sat 18 March FAIRYTALE STORYTELLING Pre-activity - make a fairytale finger puppet. The Courtyard, Hereford, 01432 340555.

MORE THAN MEMORIALS

March SHROPSHIRE HILLS DISCOVERY CENTRE 5 March - Photography Workshop with Julia Stanley. 10.30am-12.30pm, £20, please book. Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, Craven Arms, 01588 676060. March & April MID WALES ARTS CENTRE WORKSHOPS Thurs Art for Well Being, 10am-12pm. 28 March - Enamelling with Maureen Carswell and Jill Leventon. 31 March & 1 April - Botanicals with Ruth Kirkby. 8 April - Lino Cutting with Jeb Nichols. 29 & 30 April - Pottery with Andy Warren. Mid Wales Arts Centre, Caersws, 01686 688369. www.midwalesarts.org.uk

Will & Lottie O’Leary Upper House, Knucklas, Knighton, Powys

TEL: 01547 528 792 www.stonecarving.co.uk

ARTISTS & MAKERS AT THE ASSEMBLY ROOMS, PRESTEIGNE

SatURDAY 4 march 10AM

3PM

LOCAL ARTISTs WORKING WITH WOOD, STONE, SILVER, AND SEPMI PRECIOUS SONTES, paper, paint, LINEN, WOOL AND SILK. TEA & VEGAN CAKES for details contact Rosamund 01544 260777

Mon 27 & Tues 28 March CREATE YOUR OWN PIECE OF LITTER ART with Megan Evans. 11am - 3pm, £30 per day including all materials. Sign up for one day or two. Learn Megan’s collagraph printmaking process, using pieces of litter collected from rural Herefordshire and Worcestershire. Blue Ginger Gallery, Stifford’s Bridge, Cradley. Contact Megan to book: 07930 176152 or megan@onyourbeach.co.uk Sun 26 March - Sun 9 April PLANT SUPPORT COURSE Led by Jenny Crisp. All made with locally grown willow and suitable for beginners. 135 Bargates, Leominster, £75 and includes lunch, tools and willow materials. Information and booking 01568 615079.

Mondays APPLETREE KNITTING GROUP Studio 2, 15 Lower Galdeford, Ludlow. 2pm and 6pm supporting ‘Knit for Peace’. Donations of £2, 0845 548 5449. Wednesdays VISUAL ART WORKSHOPS For 11-16 year olds. Mortimer Enterprise Centre, Kings Meadow, Wigmore, 4-6pm, 01568 770110. Wednesdays POTTERY CLUB All ages and abilities. Materials and refreshments included. Mid Wales Arts Centre, Caersws, near Newtown, 7-9pm, 01686 688369. Wednesdays KNITTING GROUP At the Workhouse Cafe, Presteigne, 2-4pm, 10% discount on food and drinks. All welcome, 01544 267864.

Fri 31 March & Tues 4 April PRINT AND STITCH A two-day workshop with Linda Paris. Printing on fabric with thermofax screens, hand and machine stitching etc. Minerva Arts Centre, Llanidloes, £60, www.quilt.org.uk

Every Thursday STONE & LETTER CARVING Letter Carving with Will O’Leary and Stone Carving with Lottie O’Leary 7-9pm, £10, Upper House, Knucklas, Knighton, 01547 528792. www.stonecarving.co.uk

Sat 8 April EASTER WREATH MAKING & FABRIC EGG DECORATING Suitable for all ages. The Hub, St Peter’s Centre, Peterchurch, 11am-2pm. Wreaths cost £7, eggs £1.50, 01981 550043, www.clan-cic.org

Fridays AFTER SCHOOL ART CLUB For children aged 5 - 12 years. Mid Wales Arts Centre, Caersws, 3.45-5.15pm, 01686 688369.

Wed 26 April, 3, 17, 31 May, 7 June MAPPPING THE LANDSCAPE With Dr Paul Oliver. Introducing the local rock types and exploring how their distribution affects the development of our familiar landscapes. Ludlow Museum Resource Centre, 10.30am-12.30pm, £55 includes refreshments, 01743 258881.

3rd Saturday KINGTON ART AND CRAFT MARKET Kington Market Hall, 10am-4pm. A range of high quality work by local artists and crafts makers. Craft making during summer months. www. kingtoncommunitymarket.wordpress.com 07867 483135.

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ARTISTS & MAKERS

AT THE ASSEMBLY ROOMS, PRESTEIGNE

SatURDAY 4 march 10AM

3PM

LOCAL ARTISTs WORKING WITH WOOD, STONE, SILVER, AND SEPMI PRECIOUS SONTES, paper, paint, LINEN, WOOL AND SILK. this year we will be showcasing new work from a different artist each month. march - michael hancock, printmaker. for details contact Rosamund 01544 260777

cinema BRECON FILM SOCIETY TONI ERDMANN (15) Driven career woman Ines (Cate Blanchett-lookalike Sandra Hüller, AMOUR FOU) generally shuns her prankster father, Winfried (Peter Simonischek) whose main companion is his old dog. But when the mutt dies, Winfried spontaneously decides to follow Ines to a business conference in Bucharest, much to her discomfort. Unwilling to be cowed and wearing a long wig, a bad suit and a combative attitude, Winfried adopts the wild-man alter-ego of Toni Erdmann, thus obliging Ines to protect her steely image amongst the male executives she’s trying to impress. Cue numerous increasingly bizarre and hilarious set-pieces which ultimately if paradoxically bring father and daughter closer together. Best known as a producer THE ARABIAN NIGHTS trilogy – this is German writer/director Maren Ade’s third, most accomplished, and deservedly award-garlanded feature.

BORDERLINES FILM FESTIVAL 24 FEBRUARY - 12 MARCH Each year the Borderlines Film Festival, the largest rural film festival in the UK, centred on The Courtyard, Hereford, but also spread across numerous venues in Herefordshire Shropshire and Powys, brings a vast selection of new and old films. Details www.borderlinesfilmfestival.org

ABERGAVENNY FILM SOC. 1 March EMBRACE OF THE SERPENT (15) 15 March JULIETA (15) 29 March I, DANIEL BLAKE (15) Details: Melville Centre, Penypound, Abergavenny, 7.30pm, www.abergavennyfilmsociety.com

ASSEMBLY ROOMS, LUDLOW

1 March A MONSTER CALLS (12A) 2 March STARFISH (15) 3 March MY FERAL HEART (12A) 3 March BLOW-UP + PETER BURDEN (15) 3 March WAITING FOR YOU (ctbc) 4 March ROCK DOG (ctbc) 4 March BRITAIN ON FILM: RAILWAYS (U) 4 March THE ODYSSEY (ctbc) 5 March BRITAIN ON FILM: RURAL LIFE (ctbc) 5 March THE GENERAL (U) 5 March LADY MACBETH (ctbc) 6 & 7 March JACKIE (15)

6 March WARRIORS (12A) 3 April I, DANIEL BLAKE (15) Doors open 7.15pm for 7.30pm start. Coliseum Cinema, Wheat St, Brecon. Membership enquiries 01874 623166

CONQUEST, BROMYARD 1 March HELL OR HIGH WATER 3 March THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN 12 March BRITAIN ON FILM RAILWAYS 24 March SCULLY - MIRACLE ON THE HUDSON Conquest Theatre, Tenbury Rd, Bromyard. Details 01885 488575

COURTYARD, HEREFORD

1, 2 March CHRISTINE 1 March THE HEADLESS WOMAN 1 March I-SHORTS 1, 2 March THE ODYSSEY 1, 2 March TRESSPASS AGAINST US 2 March MEMORIES OF All reviews by Mark Williams UNDERDERVELOPMENT + MICHAEL CHANAN 6 - 8 March ARRIVAL (12A) 2 March MANCHESTER BY THE SEA 10, 11 & 13 March LA LA LAND (12A) 2 March LA LA LAND 13 & 14 March SILENCE (15) 2, 3 March AQUARIUS 14 March PAINT YOUR WAGON (PG) 2, 4 March FRANTZ 15 & 16 March DENIAL (12A) 3 - 7 March LION 20 & 23 March TONI ERDMANN (15) 3 March BY THE TIME IT GETS 17, 20 - 23 March LION (PG) DARK 24 March TAXI DRIVER (18) 3 March SHOES + JOHN SWEENEY 25, 28 & 29 March 20TH CENTURY 3 - 8 March JACKIE WOMEN (15) 3, 4 March THEIR FINEST Details 01584 878141 4 & 7 March THE RED TURTLE ASSEMBLY RMS, PRESTEIGNE 4 March THE REPORT 4 & 6 March MY LIFE AS A 12 March IN CONVERSATION WITH COURGETTE THE PAST A film portrait of Clun’s 4, 5 March MINDHORN famous character Bill Lock, by artist 5 March NAPOLEON filmmaker Nicola Lane. Presteigne 5 March THE OLIVE TREE Assembly Rooms, 3pm, £7 from 5 - 9 March LOVING Courtyard Antiques, The Workhouse 6 March THE APPLE or www.wegottickets.com 6 March RETURN TO ITHACA 26 March L’AVVENTURA Tony 6 & 7 March THE HAPPIEST DAY IN Lawson will place the film in context THE LIFE OF OLLI MAKI and then screen this classic by 6 & 7 March NERUDA Michelangelo Antonioni. 7pm, £6. 7 & 8 March A QUIET PASSION BOOTH’S BOOKSHOP 7 & 8 March THE HANDMAIDEN 1 March SLACK BAY 8 March A SIMPLE LIFE 2 March NERUDA 8 March FUTURE FILMMAKERS Richard Booth’s Bookshop, 8 & 9 March HEAL THE LIVING Hay-on-Wye. Films every weekend. 8 & 9 March PERSONAL SHOPPER Full programme www.boothbooks. 9 March A WEDDING IN HAVANA + co.uk 01497 820322 MIRIAM DAY 10 - 12 March IT’S ONLY THE END BISHOP’S CASTLE FILM SOC OF THE WORLD 1 March GUEROS 10 & 12 March CERTAIN WOMEN 15 March THE WIND WILL CARRY US 10 - 12 March THE FOUNDER 29 March DHEEPAN 10 March I AM NOT YOUR NEGRO 12 April GRANDMA 11 March ROCK DOG Three Tuns, Salop St, Bishop’s Castle, 11 & 12 March MOONLIGHT 8pm 01588 630778. Membership 12 March BRITAIN ON FILM: RURAL enquiries 01588 630776 + PHIL LEACH

12 March LETTERS FROM BAGHDAD 12 March A TASTE OF CHERRY 12 March LA STRADA 12 March THE OTHER SIDE OF HOPE 12 March BERLIN SYNDROME 13 - 15 March GOLD (15) 13 - 15 March T2 TRAINSPOTTING (18) 20 March THE YOUNG OFFENDERS (15) 25 - 29 March 20TH CENTURY WOMEN (15) 27 - 29 March BILLY LYNN’S LONG HALFTIME WALK (15) Details 01432 340555

1 March ME BEFORE YOU (12A) Market Theatre, Ledbury 07967 517126 1 March RACE (PG) Cardington VH 01694 771295 2 March I, DANIEL BLAKE (15) SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle 01588 630321 2 March I, DANIEL BLAKE (15) Brilley VH 01544 327227 2 March QUEEN OF KATWE (PG) Playhouse Cinema, Leominster 01568 616460 2 March THE COMMUNE (15) Pudleston VH 01568 760606 3 March LITTLE MEN (U) Playhouse Cinema, Leominster 01568 616460 2 March JULIETA (15) Market Theatre, Ledbury 07967 517126 3 March I, DANIEL BLAKE (15) Market Theatre, Ledbury 07967 517126 3 March JULIETA (15) Garway VH 01600 750465 3 March I, DANIEL BLAKE (15) Dorstone VH 01981 550943 3 March I, DANIEL BLAKE (15) Knighton Cadet Drill Hall 01547 520602 3 March CAPTAIN FANTASTIC (15) Bedstone & Hopton Castle VH 01547 530282 3 March HUNT FOR THE WILDERPEOPLE (12A) The Simpson Hall, Burghill 01432 760816 3 March THE MAN WHO KNEW INFINITY (12A) Staunton on Wye VH 01981 501031 3 March OLIVER! (U) Fownhope New Memorial Hall 01432 860065

3 March CHEWING THE CUD: MEMORIES FROM HEREFORD’S OLD LIVESTOCK MARKET (U) Lady Emily Hall, Tarrington 01432 890720 3 March 45 YEARS (15) All Stretton VH 01694 723378 4 March SWALLOWS AND AMAZONS (2016) (PG) Much Birch Community Hall 01981 540097 4 March THE PASSING (YR YMADAWIAD) (15) Clun Memorial Hall 01588 640254 4 March CAFE SOCIETY (12A) Much Birch Community Hall 01981 540097 4 March BIRDGET JONES’S BABY (15) Ripple Parish Hall 01684 592781 4 March I, DANIEL BLAKE (15) Playhouse Cinema, Leominster 01568 616460 4 March QUEEN OF KATWE (PG) Brilley VH 01544 327227 5 March JULIETA (15) Playhouse Cinema, Leominster 01568 616460 5 March TROLLS (U) Dolau Community Hall 07904 883038 6 March DANCES WITH WOLVES (1990) (15) The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock 01952 728911 6 March THE BEATLES: EIGHT DAYS A WEEK - THE TOURING YEARS (12A) Church Stretton School 01694 724330 7 March CAPTAIN FANTASTIC (15) Escleyside Hall 01981 510696 7 March A STREET CAT NAMED BOB (12A) Lydbury North VH 01588 680302 8 March THE COMMUNE (15) Market Theatre, Ledbury 07967 517125 8 March THE BEST OF ME (12) The Red House, Albrighton 01902 373854 8 March BRIDGET JONES’S BABY (15) Hope Bowdler VH 01694 723648 8 March FLORENCE FOSTER JENKINS (PG) Cuddington and Sandiway VH 01606 888931 9 March THE BEATLES: EIGHT DAYS A WEEK - THE TOURING YEARS (12A) Cawley Hall, Eye 01568 615836 9 March HUNT FOR THE WILDERPEOPLE (12A) St Mary’s Church Hall, Ross on Wye 01989 720341 10 March DEEPWATER HORIZON (12A) Great Witley VH 01299 896412 10 March HELL OR HIGH WATER (15) Market Theatre, Ledbury 07967 517125 10 March QUEEN OF KATWE (PG) Lady Emily Hall, Tarrington 01432 890720 10 March QUEEN OF KATWE (PG) Bodenham Parish Hall 01568 797473 10 March THE HEADLESS WOMAN (12A) Bedstone & Hopton Castle VH 01547 530282 10 March I, DANIEL BLAKE (15) The Simpson Hall, Burghill 01432 760816

10 March BRIDGE OF SPIES (12A) Little Wenlock VH 01952 505888 10 March THE MAN WHO KNEW INFINITY (12A) Colwall VH 01684 540926 10 March OUR KIND OF TRAITOR (15) Kelsall Methodist Hall 01829 752548 10 March CAFE SOCIETY (12A) Dorstone VH 01981 550943 10 March SAVING MR BANKS (PG) Cound Guildhall 01743 761451 11 March FLORENCE FOSTER JENKINS (PG) Bayston Hill Memorial Hall 01743 873940 11 March THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS (U) Perton Civic Centre 01902 745971 11 March BRIDGET JONES’S BABY (15) Tibberton VH 01952 550582 11 March QUEEN OF KATWE (PG) Castlemorton Parish Hall 01684 833549 13 March DEEPWATER HORIZON (12A) The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock 01952 728911 13 March THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN (2016) (15) Welshpool Assembly Rooms 01938 552043 14 March I, DANIEL BLAKE (15) St Mary’s Church Hall, Ross on Wye 01989 720341 14 March SING STREET (12A) Garway VH 01600 750465 14 March THE PAST (12A) All Stretton VH 01694 723378 14 March INFERNO (12A) Acton Scot VH 01694 781260 14 March INFERNO (12A) Ashford Carbonel VH 01584 831574 15 March CHEWING THE CUD: MEMORIES FROM HEREFORD’S OLD LIVESTOCK MARKET (U) Escleyside Hall 01981 510696 15 March ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS THE MOVIE (15) Chetton VH 01746 789257 15 March HAIL, CAESAR! (12A) Myddle VH 01939 290872 16 March DAD’S ARMY (PG) Kinnerley Parish Hall 01691 682282 16 March I, DANIEL BLAKE (15) Claverley VH 01746 710528 16 March I, DANIEL BLAKE (15) Gorsley VH 01989 720358 17 March THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN (2016) (15) Bosbury Parish Hall 01531 640415 17 March THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN (2016) (15) Abermule Community Centre 01686 505103 17 March THE DRESSMAKER (12A) Shifnal VH 01952 462787 17 March EYE IN THE SKY (15) Little Dewchurch VH 01432 840333 17 March A STREET CAT NAMED BOB (12A) Knighton Cadet Drill Hall 01547 520602

T R E S P A S S AGAINST US (15) Chad (Michael Fassbender) is the savviest son of Colby Cutler (Brendan Gleeson), the scary patriarch of a traveller family roaming the West Country and looking for trouble. Regretting his illiteracy, Chad is determined the son he has with Kelly (Lyndsey Marshall, HEREAFTER) should get an education – which appals his irascible, flat-earth believing father. Known mainly for his t.v. work and Chemical Brothers videos – who indeed provide the edgy soundtrack – debut director Adam Smith initially engages us with some often hilarious, sometime startling family feuding but kicks the action up several gears when Colby plans a big heist that goes badly wrong, especially for Chad. Gleeson and Fassbender are on vigorous form and Rory Kinnear as their nemesis cop delivers a masterclass in pent-up frustration.

18 March A UNITED KINGDOM (12A) Tasley Parish Room 01746 764881 18 March ETHEL & ERNEST (PG) Cawley Hall, Eye 01568 615836 18 March QUEEN OF KATWE (PG) Ryton VH 01743 718237 18 March THE LIGHT BETWEEN OCEANS (12A) Bicton VH 01743 850495 18 March ROOM (15) Waverton VH 01244 336055 18 March BRIDGET JONES’S BABY (15) Rodington VH 01952 770524 18 March HUNT FOR THE WILDERPEOPLE (12A) Yarpole Parish Hall 01568 780279 18 March HUNT FOR THE WILDERPEOPLE (12A) Everest Hall, Llanfair Waterdine 01547 510672 20 March THE BEATLES: EIGHT DAYS A WEEK - THE TOURING YEARS (12A) The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock 01952 728911 20 March ANNIE (U) SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle, 01588 630321 21 March THE LIGHT BETWEEN OCEANS (12A) Talbot Theatre, Whitchurch 01948 660660 21 March A STREET CAT NAMED BOB (12A) Royal British Legion, Newport 07886 697934 23 March A STREET CAT NAMED BOB (12A) Castlemorton Parish Hall 01684 833549 23 March A STREET CAT NAMED BOB (12A) Bagley Sports and Social Club 07773 983963

23 March HIGH-RISE (15) Pudleston VH 01568 760606 23 March BRIDGET JONES’S BABY (15) Almeley VH 01544 327195 23 March THE DRESSMAKER (12A) Grimley Peace Hall, Sinton Green 01905 641572 23 March WAKING NED DEVINE (PG) Perton Civic Centre 01902 745971 24 March BARBARA (12A) Lady Emily Hall, Tarrington 01432 890720 24 March THE LADY IN THE VAN (12) Sarn VH 01686 671205 24 March BRIDGET JONES’S BABY (15) Marton VH 01938 580116 24 March FANTASTIC BEASTS AND WHERE TO FIND THEM (12A) Dolau Community Hall 07904 883038 24 March HUNT FOR THE WILDERPEOPLE (12A) Whichurch & Ganarew Memorial Hall 01600 890640 24 March THE LIGHT BETWEEN OCEANS (12A) Clungunford Parish Hall 01588 660159 24 March QUEEN OF KATWE (PG) Stoke Prior VH 01568 760846 25 March A STREET CAT NAMED BOB (12A) Upton upon Severn Memorial Hall 01684 591044 25 March A STREET CAT NAMED BOB (12A) Withington Parish Room 01743 709236 25 March A STREET CAT NAMED BOB (12A) Aston on Clun VH 01588 660545

25 March A STREET CAT NAMED BOB (12A) Trefonen VH 01691 657011 25 March HUNT FOR THE WILDERPEOPLE (12A) Neston Civic Centre 0151 336 7805 25 March EDDIE THE EAGLE (PG) Cleobury Mortimer Parish Hall 27 March PERSEPOLIS (15) SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle 01588 630321 27 March BRIDGET JONES’S BABY (15) The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock 01952 728911 28 March OUR KIND OF TRAITOR (15) Loppington VH 01939 236240 28 March THE LIGHT BETWEEN OCEANS (12A) Much Birch Community Hall 01981 540097 30 March ARRIVAL (12A) Goodrich VH 01600 890609 30 March BROOKLYN (12A) Chelmarsh Parish Hall 01746 862884 30 March MARSHLAND (15) St Mary’s Church Hall, Ross on Wye 01989 720341 31 March THE DRESSMAKER (12A) Colwall VH 01684 540926 31 March BRIDGET JONES’S BABY (15) Longden VH 07539 545846 31 March THE BEATLES: EIGHT DAYS A WEEK - THE TOURING YEARS (12A) Market Theatre, Ledbury 07967 517125 31 March SULLY: MIRACLE ON THE HUDSON (12A) The Red House, Albrighton 01902 373854

THE GLOBE, HAY ON WYE 23 March ROAD TO PEACE Candlelight cinema season. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye 01497 821762

THE HIVE, SHREWSBURY 10 March MOOMINS ON THE RIVIERA Family screening and talk. For ages 6+. 4.30pm, £3 11 March SHREWSBURY SHORT FILM FESTIVAL Giving young film makers an opportunity to showcase their work, 1pm-10pm, £10/£8 all day. Details The Hive, 5 Belmont, Shrewsbury, 01743 234970.

LINGEN FLIX 3 March A UNITED KINGDOM (12A) Details: Lingen Village Hall, 7.30pm, 01544 267736

LEDBURY FILM CLUB 8 March KOLLECTIVET (subtitles) (15) Market Theatre, Ledbury, 8pm, 07967 517125

OLD MKT. HALL, SHREWS.

THEATR HAFREN, NEWTOWN

Until 2 March LION (PG) 3 - 9 March DENIAL (12A) 10 - 16 March HACKSAW RIDGE (15) 17 - 23 March LOVING (15) 24 - 30 March HIDDEN FIGURES (12A) 31 March - 6 April VICEROY’S HOUSE (12A) 7 - 13 April MOONLIGHT Details 01743 281281

29 March BROOKLYN Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 1.30pm, £3, £8 includes light lunch, 01686 614555

PLAYHOUSE, LEOMINSTER 1 March DEEPWATER HORIZON (12A) 2 March QUEEN OF KATWE (PG) 3 March LITTLE MEN (PG) 4 March I, DANIEL BLAKE (15) 5 March JULIETA (15) 6 March ALLIED (15) 12 March SULLY (12A) 18 March FANTASTIC BEASTS AND WHERE TO FIND THEM (12A) Playhouse Cinema, Community Centre, Leominster 01568 612583

PRESTEIGNE ASSEMBLY ROOMS 10 March THINGS TO COME (12A) 24 March AMERICAN HONEY (15) 7 April CHEVALIER (18) www.presteignescreen.org.uk

REGAL CINEMA, TENBURY 1 March LA LA LAND (12A) 6 March THE EAGLE HUNTRESS (U) 7 & 10 March A UNITED KINGDOM (12A) 8 March UNDERWORLD: BLOOD WARS (15) 12 March MUM’S LIST (12A) 13 & 14 March JACKIE (15) 15 & 18 March A MONSTER CALLS (12A) 20 March HUNT FOR THE WILD PEOPLE (12A) 22 March TRAINSPOTTING 2 (18) 23 & 24 March HACKSAW RIDGE (15) 27 & 28 March FENCES (12A) 28 & 29 March DENIAL (12A) 31 March FIFTY SHADES DARKER (18) 3 & 4 April LION (PG) 5 April LOGAN: WOLVERINE (ctbc) 7, 10 & 11 April THE TIME OF THEIR LIVES (ctbc) Regal Cinema, 47 - 49 Teme Street, Tenbury Wells. Details 01584 811442

THEATR BRYCHEINIOG 15 March DOG POWER Banff Mountain Film Festival 16 March THE BLACK HEN (12A) 18 March WALES EXTREME FILM PRIZE A competition for young filmmakers from around the world, with extreme sport at its heart. Details Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 01874 611622

WYESIDE, BUILTH WELLS 1 & 2 March YOU’VE BEEN TRUMPED TOO (PG) 1, 2, 8, 10, 19 & 20 March LA LA LAND (12A) 3 - 8 7 17 March T2: TRAINSPOTTING (ctbc) 4, 5, 11, 12 & 19 March THE LEGO BATMAN MOVIE (ctbc) 4 & 5 March BALLERINA (U) 1 - 5, 10 & 18 March FIFTY SHADES DARKER (ctbc) 1 & 2 March JACKIE (15) 3 - 9 March THE SPACE BETWEEN US (ctbc) 3 - 9, 14, 20 & 22 March LOVING (12A) 11 & 18 March SING (U) 10 - 16 March HIDDEN FIGURES (PG) 10 - 16 March THE GREAT WALL (12A) 15 March BATTLE OF THE SOMME (PG) free entry 17 - 22 March THE FOUNDER (12A) 17 - 30 March, 1 & 2 April BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (ctbc) 24 - 31 March, 1 - 6 April KING ARTHUR: LEGEND OF THE SWORD 31 March, 1 - 6 April LOGAN (ctbc) 31 March, 1 - 6 April KONG: SKULL ISLAND (ctbc) Wyeside, Builth Wells 01982 552555

LIVE EVENTS ON SCREEN

719401. SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle, 5.55pm, 01588 630321. 13 March HEDDA GABLER National Theatre live. Playhouse Cinema, Community Centre, Leominster, 7pm, 01568 616460. 14 March MANON LESCAUT All’Opera live from Teatro Regio, Turin. Old Market Hall, Shrewsbury, 01743 281281. 15 March LA TRAVIATA Met Opera. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7pm, 01432 340555. 18 March HEDDA GABLER National Theatre live. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7pm, 01432 340555. 21 March THE ARTISTS’ GARDEN: AMERICAN IMPRESSIONISM Exhibition on screen. Old Market Hall, Shrewsbury, 01743 281281. 22 March THE ARTIST’S GARDEN: AMERICAN IMPRESSION Exhibition on screen. The Courtyard, Hereford, 8pm, 01432 340555. 22 March SAINT JOAN National Theatre (encore screening). Market Theatre, Ledbury, 7pm, 07967 517125. 25 March IDOMENEO Met Opera. The Courtyard, Hereford, 5.55pm, 01432 340555. SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle, 4.55pm, 01588 630321. Blake Theatre, Monmouth, 4.55pm, 01600 719401.

1 March RUSALKA Met Opera. The Courtyard, Hereford, 6pm, 01432 340555.

26 March IDOMENEO Metropolitan Opera. Wyeside, Builth Wells, 2pm, 01982 552555.

3 March SLEEPING BEAUTY Royal Opera House. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7pm, 01432 340555.

29 March SAINT JOAN National Theatre live. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7pm, 01743 281281.

4 March THE SLEEPING BEAUTY The Royal Ballet. Market Theatre, Ledbury, 8pm, 07967 517125.

30 March MADAMA BUTTERFLY Royal Opera House. Sung in Italian with subtitles. Wyeside, Builth Wells, 7.15pm, 01982 552555. Market Theatre, Ledbury, 7.15pm, 07967 517125. The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock 7.15pm, 01952 728911. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.15pm, 01432 340555. Blake Theatre, Monmouth, 7.15pm, 01600 719401. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7.15pm, 01584 878141. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.15pm, 01743 281281.

7 March I, CLAUDE MONET Exhibition on Screen. Wyeside, Builth Wells, 7.30pm, 01982 552555. 9 March HEDDA GABLER National Theatre live. The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock, 7pm, 01952 728911. Wyeside, Builth Wells, 7pm, 01982 552555. Market Theatre, Ledbury, 7pm, 07967 517125. Blake Theatre, Monmouth, 7pm, 01600 719401. SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle, 7pm, 01588 630321. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7pm, 01584 878141. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7pm, 01743 281281. 11 March LA TRAVIATA Metropolitan Opera. Wyeside, Builth Wells, 5.55pm, 01982 552555. Blake Theatre, Monmouth, 5.55pm, 01600

6 April TWELFTH NIGHT National Theatre live. SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle, 7pm, 01588 630321. 11 April JEWELS Royal Opera House. Wyeside, Builth Wells, 7.15pm, 01982 552555. Old Market Hall, Shrewsbury, 01743 281281.

dance Refined

Fri 24 March REFINED PHOENIX DANCE COMPANY. A thrilling mixed programme plucked from some of the most popular pieces from the companies repertoire. Steiner Academy, Much Dewchurch, 7.30pm, £19/£5/£28 family, 01981 540221. Arts Alive. Sat 25 March ONCE UPON A TIME INSTEPS DANCE ACADEMY. Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 3.30pm, 01952 790477. Sat 1 April SALAAM SONIA SABRI COMPANY. Salaam, meaning ‘peace’, cleverly weaves a dialogue between live music and Kathak (Indian) dance, celebrating harmony, inner stillness and the simple bliss of being alive. Gwernyfed High School, 7.30pm, £10/£8, combined performance and workshop (see dance workshops), £20/£16, 0333 666 3366, www.glasburyarts.co.uk

Dance Workshops

Single listings are free. Year round entries £40

Dance Performance Thurs 9 & Fri 17 March BLIND DATE LES BORDELIQUES. Two ex Cirque du Soleil performers, a musician and a dancer, in a waky and absurd series of blind dates! Recommended for ages 11+ years. 9 March - Talbot Theatre, Whitchurch, 7.30pm, £10/£6, £30 family, 01948 660660. 17 March - Chelmarsh Parish Hall, 7.30pm, £12/£8, 01746 862850. Arts Alive. Mon 13 & Tues 14 March PROFUNDIS / THE GREEN HOUSE NATIONAL DANCE COMPANY WALES presents an evocative double bill of new work. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7.30pm Monday, 1pm Tuesday, 01874 611622. Wed 22 March GERARDO NUNEZ & CARMEN CORTES Famed guitar master Gerardo Nunez is known for his amazing speed and cross-cultural collaborations. Encompassing traditional flamenco with innovative jazz and Latin inspired rhythms. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7.30pm, 01874 611622. Thurs 23 March ID NIGHT: MAN MADE ART 2FACED DANCE COMPANY and The Courtyard present a showcase of emerging male artists. The Courtyard, Hereford, 8pm, £5, 01432 340555.

Fri 24 March TANGOMOTION Featuring two world class tango dancers and live music from acclaimed tango quartet Tango Siempre. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, £17/£16, 01432 340555.

Fri 3 - Sun 5 March BE WILD, BE STILL, BE HERE A weekend non-residential Dances of Universal Peace Retreat with American Dance leader Eric Narayan Waldman. Kilpeck Village Hall, Whole weekend £70 or Fri 6-10pm, £10. Sat daytime only 10.30am-6pm, £30. Sat eves only 7.30-9.30pm £10. Sun only 10.30am-3pm, £20. Arrange your own accomodation. Bring vegetarian food to share for all meals. Bookings and enquiries call 01432 261222 or email mikjhadden@gmail.com Sat 1 April DANCE WORKSHOP WITH SONIA SABRI Glasbury Village Hall, 2.30pm, £12/£10, combined workshop and performance ticket £20/£16, 0333 666 3366, www.glasburyarts.co.uk

Salaam

LEARN TO JIVE IN MID WALES Mondays - Castle Hotel Llandovery, SA20 0AP. Regular weekly class, just turn up & join in [TU&JI]. Tuesdays - Llanddewi Village Hall Four Week 50s Rock & Roll Course, 21st Mar to 11th Apr. Pre-Booking optional or TU&JI. Wednesdays - Hundred House Village Hall, LD1 5RY (Near Builth Wells). Regular weekly class, just TU&JI. Thursdays (From 6th April) Evenjobb Village Hall, LD8 2SB. Regular weekly class, just TU&JI. All classes are suitable for complete beginners and experienced dancers with or without a dance partner. 7.30 10.00 £5pp Beginners Class starts 7.30pm. www.jive.wales - Facebook ‘Mid Wales Jive’ - 07767 358079. ECSTATIC RHYTHMS DANCE IN RHAYADER With Clive Hedger 4th Friday of the month 7.30-10pm At Carad - Rhayader Museum & Gallery, East Street, LD6 5ER. This is a freestyle dance class drawing upon elements of 5 rhythms, ecstatic / shamanic dance with some of the best ever music on a great sound system. No experience necessary. No steps to learn, just following the heart in motion. Wear loose clothing and bring water. £10 (concessions available). For further info clivephilippa@hotmail.com 01982 552535 / 07905 743272. COURTYARD, HEREFORD CLASSES Tues - Zumba, 1.30-2.30pm, £5 per session. Fri - Chance to Dance, 10.15-11.15am, £4.50 per session. Tues - Dancefest, Adult Dance, 6.30-7.30pm, £55 per term. Tues - Laura Gale Street Jazz, Adults, 7.40-8.40pm, £39 for 6 weeks. Tues - Find Your Feet, 11am-12pm, £2 per session. Fri - Dancing Tots for ages 4 and under, 11.30am-12.15pm, £4 per session plus £1 per extra child. The Courtyard, Hereford, 01432 340555.

Mon HEREFORD TANGO CLUB Regular tango classes at Breinton Village Hall HR47PJ, 7.30-10pm, £6. Details Jim 07977 541446, email tango4jim@aol.com or Hilda 07768 543660. Mon RIPPLERS DANCE CLASSES For 8-11 year olds. With Powys Dance. Wyeside, Builth Wells, 4.45pm, £2-£3.50, 01982 552555. Mon YOUTH DANCE CLASSES For ages 11 and over. With Powys Dance. Wyeside, Builth Wells, 5.45pm, £2-£3.50, 01982 552555. Tues FOXWELP MORRIS Why not try Morris dancing? We practice very Tues evening at 7.30pm in Moccas Village Hall from Sept to May. Mainly dances from the Cotswolds, but also some from the Welsh Borders. All sexes welcome, and ability to dance not necessary! Beginners welcome. Contact Jude 01497 821775 or Paul 01497 821003. Tues LEARN TO JIVE Fun, easy to learn and no partner/ experience needed. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7.30pm, £5, 01989 750354. Wed BIG FISH LITTLE FISH FOR MUMS AND TOTS! Dance Centre, Llandrindod Wells, 2-3pm, £3 drop in, for tots aged 8 months+, 01597 824370. Weds CIRCLE DANCING Leominster Community Centre 2.00-3.30pm All welcome, £4 per session. Transition Leominster 01568 620180. Thurs, Fri & Sat MID WALES DANCE ACADEMY Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 01874 623219. Thurs URBAN DANCE CLUB WITH 2FACED DANCE COMPANY Ages 7-11 years 4-5pm, ages 11+ 5-6pm. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 01584 813711.

BELLY DANCE CLASSES WITH ALANYA OPEN LEVEL Mon - Lady Hawkins Community Leisure Centre, 7-8.30pm. Thurs - Bodenham Parish Hall, 7.309pm. £30 per 5 classes or £8 drop-in. For information and other classes visit www.alanyabellydance.com or call Abbie on 07962 161081. CROOKED STEEPLE MORRIS Women’s North West Clog Dancers. New members welcome. No experience necessary. Monday evening, 7.45-9pm, Lacon Childe School, Cleobury Mortimer, DY14 8PE, £2.50 per session. Contact Linda or Nic 01746 718624, crookedsteeple@btinternet.com LEARN 2 JIVE BEGINNERS CLASSES Monday, 8-9pm, Bartestree Village Hall, Hereford, HR1 4BY. Tuesday, 8-9pm, Ludlow Assembly Rooms, SY8 1AZ. Tuesday, 8-9pm, Stretton Sugwas Village Hall, HR4 7PT. Wednesday, 8-9pm, Methodist Church Hall, Tenbury Wells, WR15 8EE. Wednesday, 8.30-9.30pm, Malvern Vale Community Centre, Malvern, WR14 1GU. Thursday, 7-8pm, Bishops Frome Community Centre, WR6 5AZ. Contact Matt or Sarah on 01989 750354. orinfo@coolmovesdance.co.uk www.coolmovesdance.co.uk Coolmoves Dance & Fitness for adults. APPLETREE ORGANISATION Tues - Belly Dance for Beginners, 2pm, £25 for 6 sessions. Tues - Gym-Pan-Ze Rope & Trapeze for all, 5.30pm. Wed - Disco Dots, 10.30am, £3. Wed - Dance Crusaders for the over 50s, 2.30pm. Wed - Fuzion Dance, for ages 4 - adult, times from 4pm. Wed All Tap Sessions for 7 to 12+, times from 4pm. Appletree Theatre, 15 Lower Galdeford, Ludlow, 07921 331764. Mon SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING Join an enthusiastic adult group on Monday evenings to learn how to dance jigs, reels and Strathspeys at Llanelwedd School Hall, Builth Wells from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. £2 per session (first free). No need to bring a partner. Beginners and experts welcome. 01982 570324/01544 350707.

food page The Harp, Old Radnor

T a time when the world is showing all the signs of losing its sanity; when the wealthiest, most powerful nation on the planet is run by a man so self-obsessed you wouldn’t trust him to run a rural pub, sub-post-office or chicken farm, it’s important to put a sock in Radio 4, abandon the newspapers and their pictures of Mr Farage grasping a pint with a mad grin on his ruddy visage, and head for safety of an oldfashioned, rustic Welsh boozer, where the talk is of ram prices and country bus services, and, on the night Mr Pernickety and the LC arrived at the enjoyably isolated Harp Inn at the top of a tump by the church of St Stephen in Old Radnor, of vintage motorcars among a gang of old banger buffs gathered around a large table. In this former Anglo-Saxon outpost in Welsh Radnorshire, The Harp appears to have all the attributes that Mr P so keenly enjoys in a traditional English pub. Apart from the odd bogus carriage lamp, the place shows its origins as an ancient Welsh long-house, well-cluttered with big oak beams, huge flagstones, a wide-mouthed fireplace with a stack of blazing oak, and plenty of battered rustic furniture (and those ubiquitous beech chairs made in former Yugoslavia). It is run by a couple who, though not from the region, seem to understand the functions of a pub landlord a lot better than most of the home-grown publicans encountered by Mr P in Mid-Wales.

They have also managed to achieve that tricky balance between being a genuine functioning local while serving outstanding food. Sensibly, they offer only a short menu, accommodating those dull punters who never want to range beyond steak’n’chips, and those, like Mr P and his Lovely Companion, who love to finding fresh tastes and interesting ways of dealing with local ingredients.

The LC started with a serving of Gravadlax cured in vodka and beetroot, interesting enough in its own right, and served with blood orange segments, a dill muffin and crème fraiche – a barrage of strong flavours that absolutely worked. Mr P’s Seared scallop on black pudding with pork crackling and a pea purée had potential but was let down by a blandness in the scallops, and a slight muddiness in the black pudding. He could have recommended that the chef try the especially good black pudding produced by John Brereton, butcher at the Ludlow Food Centre. The LC followed her gravlax with more seafood in the form of Pan-Fried Hake served on Bubble’n’squeak, with Brown Shrimp Beurre Blanc, French Beans, and a sensational sauce, possibly of cream and beetroot. A triumph, her happy face declared. Mr P’s main course was no less so. He had chosen Pot-roasted Pheasant Breast, Buttered Mash, Chorizo, Butterbean and Carrot Broth and Spinach, mainly because he had that day spotted that Ludlow butchers, Andrew Francis, were offering 5 brace of pheasant breast fillets for a tenner, and he and the LC were catering for twelve dinner guests that weekend. New ways of dealing with an over-supply of pheasant are, in his experience, always useful. During the winter in rural Britain, pheasant must be the cheapest source of meat available. Hundreds of large commercial shoots, like the one the Downton Castle estate, sell days of shooting to ultra-wealthy individuals who wish to impress their banker chums by having thick clouds of pheasant driven over their heads to a sixty second shot-gun fusillade. A ‘good’ day might result in a thousand pheasant carcasses to

be divvied up between eight or ten shooters. There are tales of the inevitable vast surplus of dead birds being bull-dozed into pits – a revolting prospect to Mr P who has, in the past, attended game and fowl auctions where a brace of unplucked, undressed pheasant could be bought for as little as 50p. Why on earth no advantage is taken of this very cheap source of protein among the less well-heeled has long been a mystery to him. The pot-roasted pheasant breast offered by the Harp Inn made a wonderful case for this use of the abundant game. The meat was moist and succulent, with strong flavours that were brought out by the accompanying tump of creamy mash, and especially by the strong taste of the chorizo and paprika infused butterbeans in the broth that surrounded it. Mr P’s skill in reproducing this treatment of surplus game is as yet untested. If the thought hasn’t already fled his sieve-like memory, he will try to update his readers in a future piece. As usual, he and the LC shared a single pudding which would have been far too much for their slender frames had they tried one each. Beignets of banana with various sweet sauces worked because the little doughnuts themselves weren’t too sweet, making a delicious finale to an exceptionally well cooked dinner, easily worth a forty-five minute drive through the empty lanes of the Marches in which Mr P and the readers of the Woolly Organ are privileged to live. www.misterpernickety.com

EVENTS

Thurs 30 March OFF GRID GOURMET SUPPER CLUB New head chef Hugh will create and cook a bespoke menu on the day designed for the individuals who have booked. Don’t hesitate to let him know your likes, dislikes, allergies etc. The Globe, Hay on Wye, 7pm, £25 vegetarian, £30 meat, please book, 01497 821762. March SHROPSHIRE HILLS DISCOVERY CENTRE 5 March - Eat shoot and leaves, a demonstration and tasting herbs with Milly Rees, 1-2pm, £3.50. 7 March - Indian Starters Cookery Course, 10am-2pm, £30. 21 & 28 March - Better Baking, 10am-2pm, £30 for single lesson, £25 for multiple lessons. Please book. Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, Craven Arms, 01588 676060. Every Saturday PRODUCE MARKET Pastries, cakes, artisan bread, local crafts and homewares. Cheese Market, Hay-on-Wye, 9am-5pm, info@haymarkets.co.uk First Saturday of every month PRESTEIGNE LOCAL FOOD MARKET Memorial Hall Presteigne, 9am-1pm. The best collection of artisan food producers in the area. First Saturday of every month FARMER’S MARKET The Discovery Centre, Craven Arms, 9am-1pm. 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month KNIGHTON COMMUNITY MARKET With live music a regular feature in the cafe. Knighton Community Centre, 9.30am-12.30pm, 07751 221487. 3rd Saturday of every month FARMER’S MARKET Bishop’s Castle Town Hall, 9am-1pm, 01588 630023. 3rd Saturday of every other month PRODUCE MARKET Hightown Community Rooms, Vicarage Rd, Clun, 12pm-2pm, 01588 641180.

Every Wednesday PIE NIGHT Pie, peas, potatoes and a drink, £10, Oxford Arms, Kington. Every Thursday HAY MARKET DAY Local produce, meat and fish, hot food, artisan bread, cakes, crafts, vintage, plants and more. Memorial Square and Clock Tower, Hay-on-Wye, 9am-4pm, www.haymarkets.co.uk Every Thursday BURGER NIGHT Castle Inn, Wigmore, 01568 770203. Every Thursday SURF & TURF NIGHT Scampi & Steak plus a drink, £10, Oxford Arms, Kington. Every Friday MARKET Bread, cakes, crafts, fruit and vegetables, baskets and pottery. Bishop’s Castle Town Hall, 9am-2pm. Every Friday KINGTON LOCAL PRODUCE/CRAFTS MARKET Market Hall, Kington, 9am-1pm, 07867 483135.

FOOD BYTES AARDVARK BOOKS LTD, THE BOOKERY, MANOR FARM, BRAMPTON BRYAN, BUCKNELL 01547 530888 Cafe serving refreshments, cakes etc. Open MonFri 9am-5pm, Sat 10am-5pm. THE CIDER BARN IN PEMBRIDGE 01544 388161 www.the-cider-barn.co.uk Serving the best that Herefordshire growers produce in imaginative and inspired dishes cooked by Sophie Griffiths-Goddard the young chef patron. Full à la carte menu and lunchtime specials. THE GREEN BEAN CAFE, WEOBLEY 01544 318865 Good, locally sourced, homemade food. Soups, all day light lunches, cakes and scones. Set in the heart of Weobley. Free wifi. Mon-Fri 9.30am-4.30pm, Sat 10am-4pm. With The Green Bean Shop/Deli under the same roof. THE OLD STATION TEA ROOM, THE OLD RAILWAY STATION, NEW RADNOR, LD8 2SS 01544 350543. Visit us at the Old Station Caravan Park for hot drinks and homemade cakes. Superb views and free Wi-Fi. We can cater for small groups, meetings and other events. Accommodation also available. Open daily 9am-5pm, 1st March-31st October. The India & China Tea Company at TOWER HOUSE GALLERY, HIGH STREET, KNIGHTON 01547 529530 www.towerhousegallery.co.uk Homemade soups, breads and cakes, Italian blend coffee and over 30 different varieties of leaf tea. Wednesday to Saturday. 9.30 to 5.00, (Sun, Mon & Tues - CLOSED). Open Sundays, POLLY’S TEAROOM / GALLERY At the foot of The Narrows, Knighton 01547 528591 Light lunches, cakes, a variety of teas and coffees. Selection of original paintings. Open all week except Thursdays and Fridays 11am-5pm Summer, 11am-4pm Winter. THE WORKHOUSE CAFE, INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, PRESTEIGNE 01544 267864 Cafe, gallery, light lunches, good coffee, homemade cakes. Tues - Sat 10am - 4pm. RHOS MARKET GARDEN, KNIGHTON 01547 528315 Growers & providers of organic veg, fruit & flowers. Old Garage Shop, Knighton. Tues-Sat. Free parking, opposite library. Friday morning market stall in Presteigne. Veg boxes delivered to local area weekly. Restaurant orders welcome. info@rhosorganic.co.uk www.rhosorganic.co.uk

music

MARCH Wed 1 March OPEN MIC Hosted by Underground Revolution. The Booth Hall, Hereford, 7.30pm, free. VO FLETCHER Prince of Wales, Ledbury, 8pm. SIRENE 1009 Queen’s Head, Monmouth, 01600 712767. OPEN MIC/JAM The Crown & Anchor, Vaults, Bishop’s Castle. ST DAVID’S DAY CELEBRATION A musical celebration with Sarah Bufton (flute), Elliot Kempton (violin) and Emlyn and Jennifer Powell (organ). St Stephen and St Tathan Church, Roman Rd, Caerwent, 7.30pm, £5 on the door. OPEN MIC King’s Head, Tenbury Wells. ABBAMANIA Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7.30pm, 01874 611622. THE DRAGON BAND The Horse and Jockey, Churchstoke, 8pm, free, donations.

Fri 3 March

CEILIDH With Bandamania & Sue Harris. Memorial Hall, Presteigne, 7.30pm, £7.50, children free. Fundraiser to welcome French Twinning visitors. Bar, raffle, bring finger food to share. LIMEHOUSE LIZZY Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £19, 01743 281281. MIKE WHITTAKER & SAM THOMAS & JACK BRETT Three singer guitarists from Ludlow. De Koffie Pot, Left Bank, Hereford, 9pm, free. MIDNIGHT IDOLS Saracen’s Head, St Martin’s St, Herfd BLUESHOUNDS The Yew Tree, Peterstow, 9pm. ROCKY ROAD TO RUIN Golden Cross, Sutton St Nicholas, Hereford. PAUL PARKER Dun Cow, Shrewsbury. CEILIDH Music by The GeeDees. Radbrook Green Community Centre, Bank Farm Rd, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £10, £5 under 16s, £25 family, supper included, bring your own drink/glass, 01743 240686.

OPEN MIC MARK LATIMER / TREV DAVIES TRIO Hosted by Stevie Yeomans. Free pint Chequers, Etnam St, Leominster. for every performer. House PA and LET’S GET QUIZZICAL guitar available. Mortimers Cross Inn, The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, near Leominster. 01497 821762. ACOUSTIC UNDERDOGS JAKE AND THE JESTERS Rock ‘n’ roll. King’s Head, Tenbury Wells. INDIGO MACHINE Malthouse, Ironbridge.

Bartoune

The Bull Inn, Shrewsbury.

JEMMA GRIFFITHS Selection of acoustic covers. The Dragon Hotel, Montgomery, 8.30pm, 01686 668359, free.

CHETHAM’S SCHOOL OF MUSIC St Chad’s Church, Shrewsbury, 01743 365478.

Sat 4 March JOEL’S WISH BREWERY BOP Featuring Hot Rox plus support. Ludlow Brewery, Station Drive, Ludlow, 7.30pm, £7, 01584 873291. All profits to Joel’s Wish. XLS Vaga Tavern, Hereford, 9pm. BARTOUNE Gypsy jazz. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, £5, 01497 821762. THE ROOZ The Bull Inn, Shrewsbury. MUSIC FOR HARP, OBOE & BASSOON Programme includes Henri Brod, Robert Nicolas-Charles Bochsa, Louis Spohr, Napoleon Coste and Charles Oberthur. St Michael’s Church, Discoed, near Presteigne, 6pm, followed by dinner at Upper House, provided by Ruth Watson. Concert only £15, concert and dinner £40, dinner only £30. Info email info@UpperHouse Discoed.co.uk or 07989 091949. THE AFTER DARK BAND Black Lion, Bridge St, Hereford. NO POETRY PRESENTS For the Girl & Jaycee, with support, indie/rock/pop. The Booth Hall, Hereford, 7.30pm, £4 on the door. THE HICKSTERS The Stag, Llanidloes. OPEN MIC Ledbury Community Hall, 7pm, £5, bring a bottle, 01531 632968. SULTANA BROTHERS The Plough, Whitecross Rd, Hereford. RHYTHM THIEVES Royal Oak, Chapel Ash, Wolverhampton. POINT ZERO A young local band. Oxford Arms, Kington, 9pm.

Paul Young, 80’s Invasion

KRIS DREVER Contemporary roots and folk. The Hive, Belmont, Shrewsbury, 7.45pm, £14, 01743 234970. THE FERRETS Prince of Wales, Ledbury, 4pm. SHROPSHIRE STRUMMERS Ukuleles. Housmans Cafe Bar, Church Stretton, 1-2pm. FIRED UP Lichfield Vaults, Church St, Hereford, 4pm.

Sat 4 March DIRTY HARRY BAND Rock and punk covers. West Malvern Social Club, Malvern, 8pm, £5 on the door, 07891 604155. BLACK HEART ANGELS The Crown & Anchor, Vaults, Bishop’s Castle. ALASDAIR CONLON Reet Petite, 18 West St, Leominster, 07484 545368. DAVID HAMILTON’S ROCK ‘N’ ROLL BACK THE YEARS Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 7.30pm, 01584 811442. QUARTETTE LUNOIRE Combining set design and lighting to create a magical environment to accompany their haunting, beautiful music. The programme includes ‘Neck of the Woods’, written especially for the group by local composer, John Hymas. Eardisley Curzon Herrick Hall, 7.30pm, £10, 01544 327844. Arts Alive. AFTER DARK BAND Black Lion, Bridge St, Hereford. ST DAVID’S DAY CELEBRATION Welsh music from the Castle Band, songs from the Llanfair Singers, quiz, mini-Eisteddfod, learn basic Welsh, lots of Bara Brith and more. Drill Hall, Knighton, 4pm, £2 adults, children and performers free. GOLD ROOM Malthouse, Ironbridge. KIMBER’S MEN Singing Up A Storm. Britain’s most dynamic shanty group. Bockleton Parish Hall, 7pm, £10, £6.50 under 14s, 01568 750414 / 750463. BOX CAR BLUES King’s Head, Tenbury Wells. RED HOT BOOGIE Rock ‘n’ roll. Market Theatre, Ledbury, 7pm, £14/£12, 07967 517125.

Sun 5 March

CAPA MANA Balkan band. Rob Smith from Heavy Quartet. Queen’s Head, Monmouth, 01600 712767.

SATCH NORTON & SUSAN RAVEN FEAT UBUNTU DRUMMERS Celebration of life through song and dance. ‘Don’t let the SpArC go out’ fundraiser. SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle, 2.30pm, £8/£6/£25 family, 01588 630321. LIVE MUSIC Grape Vaults, Leominster, 3pm. THE VELVET VIOLIN Featuring The Dirty Bourbon River Show who deftly melds sounds that range from hard-edged blues to Lisztian piano, driven ballads to New Orleans brass. Assembly Rooms, Presteigne, 7pm, £15 from Courtyard Antiques and 01544 267163. Full Circle.

Mon 6 March CIDER CITY JAZZMEN The Barrels, St Owen’s St, Hereford, 01432 274968. AMERICANA SESSION Grape Vaults, Leominster, 8pm. BRIMFIELD FOLK CLUB Brimfield Village Hall, Brimfield, near Ludlow, 7.30pm, 01584 711480 www. roger435.wixsite.com/brimfieldfolkclub.

Tues 7 March 80’S INVASION Featuring Paul Young, Martika, Toyah and China Crisis. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £37.50, VIP meet and greet for autographs, photos £77, 01743 281281. OPEN MIC The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, 01497 821762. UPTON BISHOP JAZZ CLUB Featuring Cafe Manouche, swinging hot jazz from the 40s. The Millennium Hall, Upton Bishop, Ross-on-Wye, 7.30pm, pre-booked tickets £10, 07970 343148.

Wed 8 March STEADY EDDIE & FRIENDS The Monk, Monkland, Leominster, 8pm, free, 01568 720464.

OPEN MIC Hosted by Stevie Yeomans. Free pint for every performer. House PA and guitar available. White Horse Inn, The Square, Clun. OPEN MIC Hosted by Maddie and Ben. The Booth Hall, Hereford, 7.30pm, free. JOE SEAGER Acoustic and vocals. Housmans Cafe Bar, Church Stretton, 8pm. THE DRAGON BAND The Horse and Jockey, Churchstoke, 8pm, free, donations.

Thurs 9 March OPEN MIC Hosted by Stevie Yeomans. Free pint for every performer. House PA and guitar available. Talbot Hotel, West St, Leominster. ELLA SHAW Hereford College of Arts, College Rd, Hereford, 7.30pm, £5, limited places, 01432 273359. CAMILLE O’SULLIVAN Intensely dramatic interpretations of the songs of Brel, Cave, Waits, Bowie and more. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £20, 01743 281281.

Fri 10 March ZOE GILBY QUARTET Vocalist and songwriter is joined by Andy Champion, double bass; Andy Williams, guitar and Richard Brown, drums. Playing original compositions. Habberley Village Hall, 7.30pm, £19, 01743 790179. Arts Alive. HCA STUDENTS PERFORM Hereford College of Arts, College Rd, Hereford, 7.30pm, £3, limited places, 01432 273359.

Zoe Gilby Quartet

THE VERTIGO BAND The Bull Inn, Shrewsbury.

Sonrisa

FOLK IN THE FOYER Featuring Kim Lowings & The Greenwood, supported by The Vegan Vampires. Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, 7.30pm, 01885 488575.

Sat 11 March A TASTE OF LATIN WITH SONRISA A musical journey from Spain to South America. Market Theatre, Ledbury, 8pm, £12/£8, 07967 517125. Arts Alive. PIPE DREAM Saracen’s Head, St Martin’s St, Hereford. UNDER THE FRIDGE Red Hot Chilli Peppers tribute. With support. The Booth Hall, Hereford, 7.30pm, £6 on the door. THE SULTANA BROTHERS Blues, rock and soul. King’s Head, Tenbury Wells. THE NOTORIOUS BROTHERS Black Lion, Bridge St, Hereford.

Fri 10 March THE RUMBLESTRUTTERS Blues jazz and jug band music of the 1920s. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, 01497 821762. FROZEN CABIN Dun Cow, Shrewsbury. OPEN MIC Hosted by The Rhythm Thieves. Sun Inn, Leintwardine, 8pm, drum and bass provided.

JAZZ @ THE BONDED WAREHOUSE Featuring Zoltan Sagi Quartet performing a blend of West Coast jazz and swing. The Bonded Warehouse, Canal St, Stourbridge, 7.30pm, £8, £4 students on the door. A TASTE OF LATIN WITH SONRISA A musical journey from Spain to South America. St Mary’s School, Bucknell, 8pm, £10/£5/£25, 01547 530366. Arts Alive.

THE BLACK RAPIDS Making a welcome return to Presteigne with their hypnotic train-rolling rhythms and pounding double bass, embellished with infectious hillbilly banjo, furnace-fired electric guitar and vocals roaring like a vintage Norton bike. The Duke’s Arms, Presteigne. 8.30pm, £4. MELVIN HANCOX The Yew Tree, Peterstow, 9pm. BISHOP’S CASTLE TENNIS CLUB QUIZ Three Tuns, Bishop’s Castle, 7.30pm start, teams up to six, £5 per head. Register in advance on 01588 638566. BANDICOOTS Malthouse, Ironbridge. OPEN MIC Reet Petite, 18 West St, Leominster, 07484 545368. STUDENT SOUNDS CHILLED VIBES The Booth Hall, Hereford, 7.30pm, £4 on the door.

TOTAL RECALL Golden Cross, Sutton St Nicholas, Hereford.

The Black Rapids

SWEET TALK Reet Petite, 18 West St, Leominster, 07484 545368. CAMERON AND HANNAH Guitarist and pianist. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, £5, 01497 821762. STEADY EDDIE & THE BOOGIEMEN The Crown & Anchor, Vaults, Bishop’s Castle.

Brahms, Britten and beyond! Gala Concert at St Chad’s Church, Shrewsbury Saturday March 25 at 7.30pm Shropshire’s Phoenix Singers & Prestfelde School Chamber Choir Bob Chilcott’s Songs and Cries of London Town Brahms’ Liebeslieder & Britten’s Rejoice in the Lamb Tickets: £10 (Under 18s free) from the Phoenix website: www.phoenixsingersshrewsbury.co.uk or from ‘Write Here’, 10 High Street, 01743 245950 or on the door And don’t miss the Phoenix Singers “Come and Sing” Mozart Requiem Chirbury Church, Saturday April 29 at 2.30pm, £15

Overton on Dee

Blues Roots & Real Ale Festival Village Hall, Overton on Dee LL13 0EE

Friday May 5th 7.30pm-11.30pm

THE STUMBLE DALE STORR 3 KINGS

Saturday May 6th 1pm-11.30pm

THE KAZ HAWKINS BAND THE IAN PARKER BAND BEN TYZACK & GUY TORTORA CATFISH WALKLATE & FUSCHI HOWLIN’ MAT

Friday £15, Saturday £25, Weekender £35 12+ Real Ales, Camping/Caravan Site, Food Stalls All profits go back into local community groups Contact 01978 710413 for info and tickets or info@overtonvillagehall.co.uk www.hookerblues.co.uk

Wed 15 March

Zephyrus Quartet

JAZZ & TAPAS With Mark Latimer. Reet Petite, 18 West St, Leominster, 07484 545368. CURRY AND CABARET NIGHT Featuring Dan Nichols, guitar, Gillie Dylis Norrie Trio (flute, guitar and accordion) and The Three Disagrees (4-piece blue grass). Curry buffet, 7.30pm, £16. Norrie’s Cafe, 3 Church St, Leominster, please book in advance, 01568 612876. THE DRAGON BAND The Horse and Jockey, Churchstoke, 8pm, free, donations.

Thurs 16 March

Sat 11 March FORDANTE From Puccini to the Movies and more. Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 7.30pm, 01584 811442. BLUE MOON ACOUSTIC BLUES BAND Some new songs, some old favourites. St Leonard’s Church, Yarpole, 7.30pm, £8 from Yarpole Community shop or www.wegottickets.com. Bar. CEILIDH Featuring Wild Edric Ceilidh Band. Ellerdine Village Hall, 7.30pm, £10, includes supper, 01952 541928. THAT’LL BE THE DAY The UK’s number one rock and roll variety production. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £26-£22, 01743 281281. PIGDAZE Skufflepunk champions. The Bull Ring Tavern, Ludlow, 9pm, free. ZEPHYRUS QUINTET Final year students from the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama. Programme includes Holst, Ibert and Nielsen. New Radnor Community Hall, 7.30pm, £8, under 14s £3, 01544 350268. Music in New Radnor. HIDDEN DEPTHS The Bull Inn, Shrewsbury. FIONA COFFEY CABARET ‘A Touch of Mrs Robinson’. A cabaret inspired by the woman who seduced The Graduate and became a legend in her own leopard print. Featuring a live band with a stylish selection of jazz numbers and sixties pop songs. Meole Brace Peace Memorial Hall, 7.30pm, £10, 01743 235384. Arts Alive.

CARA DILLON Irish folk award winner. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £21, 01743 281281.

ZOE GILBY QUARTET See 10 March for details. Playhouse Cinema, Leominster, 7.30pm, £12, 01568 616460. Arts Alive. FIVE O’CLOCK HERO Malthouse, Ironbridge. SINFONIA CYMRU Programme includes Mozart, Shostakovich and Haydn. Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 7.45pm, £12/£10, 01686 614555.

Sun 12 March THIS IS TOM Tom Jones tribute. Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 8pm, £17.50, 01600 712467. STEVE AJAO BLUES GIANTS The Richmond Club, Hereford, 3-5pm. PAUL LAMB & CHAD STRENTZ Prince of Wales, Ledbury, 4pm. RAGTIME JUG BAND Queen’s Head, Monmouth, 01600 712767. DAVE LUKE Grape Vaults, Leominster, 3pm. FIONA COFFEY CABARET See 11 March for details. Kingsland Coronation Hall, 7.30pm, £15, 01568 709579. Arts Alive.

GIGSPINNER CONCERT With Peter Knight, legendary fiddle player from Steeleye Span. Bishop’s Castle Town Hall, 7pm, £14, 01588 630023. TROY REDFERN BAND The Crown & Anchor, Vaults, Bishop’s Castle. FOLK NIGHT Irish/English. Supper included. King’s Head, Tenbury Wells. LUKE DANIELS ‘Revolve and Rotate’. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £15, 01743 281281. TORQUE Worleys, The Swan, Stourport. ALASDAIR ROBERTS TRIO A songwriter/composter, singer and acoustic fingerstyle guitarist. The Courtyard, Hereford, 8pm, £15/£13, 01432 340555. WBS MUSIC CONCERT An evening of country music performed by Express Club. Fancy dress by audience, a must. The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock, 7.30pm, £3, 01952 728911.

Fri 17 March TROVATORI Modern troubadours, play/sing opera to folk and ballads. Silvester Horne Institute, Church Stretton, 7.30pm, £10, 01694 720132.

Tues 14 March OPEN MIC The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, 01497 821762. BRECON JAZZ CLUB Featuring Remi Harris Trio. The Muse, Brecon, 8pm, £10 visitors, £8 members, www.breconjazz.club

Alasdair Roberts Trio

RHYTHM THIEVES Phone 01568 770134

Sat 4 Mar

Royal Oak, Chapel Ash, Wolverhampton.

Fri 10 Mar

Sun Inn, Leintwardine, Band Open Mic, 8pm, drum and bass provided.

Fri 17 Mar

Chindit Inn, 113 Merridale Rd, Wolverhampton

Fri 31 Mar

Sun Inn, Leintwardine, Open Mic, 8pm.

Music lessons Guitar, rock, classical, folk, bass. Piano, Saxophone, Voice. Theory, composition, recording, GCSE support. Grades. ..or just fun. All ages. Qualified tutor BA (hons) music. Music lessons at your own home. For further details Visit my website mikelongmoremusic.co.uk Tel. 07974 264665 Email mtl_tuition@btinternet.com

Hereford String Orchestra 7.30pm, Saturday 18 March St John’s Methodist Church, Hereford

symphony concert NICOLAI

Overture The Merry Wives of Windsor

PROKOFIEV

Violin Concerto No 2 Soloist Emma Purslow

BRAHMS

Symphony No 2 Roland Melia conductor Christine Lenton leader

TICKETS £12, concessions £10, students £5, under 12s free. Tickets from Outback Records, Church St, Hereford or on the door. 01568 760633 www.herefordstringorchestra.co.uk

THE ASSEMBLY ROOMS

MBA

PRESTEIGNE

Sunday 12 March In Conversation with the Past

A film portrait of Clun’s famous character Bill Lock by artist filmmaker Nicola Lane. Bill Lock was born deaf in 1910 into a well-known Romany family who travelled throughout the Borders and Shropshire. Nicola’s film celebrates Bill’s long life and the vanished world in which he lived. The film is followed by a Q & A session and discussion with Nicola. Presteigne Assembly Rooms 3pm Tickets £7 Courtyard Antiques, The Workhouse, wegottickets.com & on the door

Saturday 18 March Tony McManus

Hailing from Scotland, but currently residing in Canada, Tony has come to be recognised throughout the world as one of the leading guitarists in Celtic Music. An evening with Tony includes not only superlative guitar playing, but also a few songs and plenty of entertaining banter. Presteigne Assembly Rooms 8pm Tickets £12 Courtyard Antiques, The Workhouse & wegottickets.com

Saturday 26 March L’Avventura by Michelangelo Antonio

Cinema in Context

At first met with derision, then praise and astonishing success. In 1961, critics voted it best film of the year. Along with a handful of similarly striking films it had an enormous influence on other filmmakers. The film editor, Tony Lawson will place the film in context and then screen this classic. Presteigne Assembly Rooms 7pm Tickets on the door £6 Bar Presteigne & Norton Town Council

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Fri 17 March TORQUE Malthouse, Ironbridge. THE GOLD ROOM The Bull Inn, Shrewsbury. STAR OF THE SEA St Patrick’s Day Irish hooly. Housmans Cafe Bar, Church Stretton, 8pm ROCKAOKE The Exchange, Newtown. RHYTHM THIEVES Chindit Inn, 113 Merridale Rd, Wolverhampton. TEQUILA MOCKINGBIRD Rock and pop covers from the 70s on. Golden Cross, Sutton St Nicholas, Hereford. SUBDUCTION The Yew Tree, Peterstow, 9pm. PSYCH FOLK FESTIVAL Featuring Joe Botting, Finglebone, Jo Lepine (Owl Service) and Sharron Kraus. De Koffie Pot, The Left Bank, Bridge St, Hereford, 8pm, free. LIVE MUSIC Dun Cow, Shrewsbury. LAST TREE SQUAD, ESK FORTE, COOSIE, DJ CUT LA VIS, REGGAE PIE The Booth Hall, Hereford, 7.30pm, £5 on the door. BAD SPANIEL Saracen’s Head, St Martin’s St, Hereford. THE ROCK SHACK BAND King’s Head, Tenbury Wells. STONED CHERRIES Reet Petite, 18 West St, Leominster, 07484 545368.

Lee Jones Trio

PROJECT JAM SANDWICH A storm of fusion folk explosion. Wem Town Hall, 7.30pm, 01939 238279.

Sat 18 March ROCK ‘N’ ROLL PARADISE Crammed full with the country’s finest tributes to rock ‘n’ roll’s stars. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7.30pm, £23/£22, 01584 878141. OCD Black Lion, Bridge St, Hereford. SCUFFED UP BOOTS Jazzy funk with a twist of Calypso! The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, £5, 01497 821762. RUMBLE IN THE JUMBLE SALE Linton Village hall, 2pm, 07974 484141. MATT WATKINS Americana. King’s Head, Tenbury Wells. HEREFORD STRING ORCHESTRA With Roland Melia conducting. Programme includes Nicolai, Prokofiev and Brahms. St John’s Methodist Church, Hereford, 7.30pm, £12/£10, students £5, under 12’s free. Tickets from Outback, Hereford or on the door. EIRA / SNOW Lyndon Owen and Caractacus Downes perform Celtic, European and Middle Eastern music on wind and double bass. St Catherine’s Church, Hoarwithy, 7.30pm, £7.50 to include light refreshments, 01981 570268 or on the door. THE HILLBILLY ESPECIALLY The Crown & Anchor, Vaults, Bishop’s Castle. STEVIE YEOMANS Original material and some choice covers on acoustic guitar and voice. The Bell Inn, Cleobury Mortimer, 9pm. LEE JONES TRIO Superb jazz guitar. Saturday Cafe at the Courtyard, 12-2pm, free, 01432 340555. THE VILLAGE QUIRE ‘Back to the Garden’, with Phil Smith. A musical story of life and hope from the trenches of the Great War. Bleddfa Centre, near Knighton, 7.30pm, £8, under 16s £5, combined ticket for workshop and concert £18, 01547 550377. THE JENTS Malthouse, Ironbridge. WEIRDSHIRE WEEKEND Featuring Tobion, Mark McDowell & Friends, Snails, Bird Radio. The Booth Hall, Hereford, 8pm, £6.

THE ESSENTIALS The Bull Inn, Shrewsbury.

SOMEONE LIKE YOU The Adele Songbook with Katie Markham. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £19.50, 01743 281281. LUCIA NICOLE Reet Petite, 18 West St, Leominster, 07484 545368. LEOMINSTER MEDIEVAL FESTIVAL Displays, demonstrations and fun. Priory Church, Leominster, 10am-4pm. TORQUE The Malt Shovel, Highley. SPRING CONCERT FOR CRASWALL ‘Songs of Innocence and Experience’, with tenor, Ruairi Bowen and pianist Alex Stobbs. St Michael’s Church, Michaelchurch Escley, 7.30pm, £15, 01432 849341. TONY MCMANUS One of the leading guitarists in Celtic music. Presteigne Assembly Rooms, 8pm, £12 from Courtyard Antiques, The Workhouse or www.wegottickets.com

Sun 19 March WEIRDSHIRE WEEKEND Featuring Zeuk, David Ian Roberts, Sproatly Smith, Constanstine, Trappist Afterland. De Koffie Pot, The Left Bank, Bridge St, Hereford, 3pm, £8. MELVIN HANCOX BAND Prince of Wales, Ledbury, 4pm. BRIAN AND HANNAH Grape Vaults, Leominster, 3pm. RED RIVER BLUES Queen’s Head, Monmouth, 01600 712767.

Mon 20 March PEATBOG FAERIES Hellens Manor, Much Marcle, £18.50, 01432 340555.

Tues 21 March OPEN MIC The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, 01497 821762. PEATBOG FAERIES Hellens Manor, Much Marcle, £18.50, 01432 340555.

Wed 22 March PATSY CLINE IN CONCERT An enthralling tribute to the music, life and times of Patsy Cline. Performed by Sandy Kelly. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, £23.50, 01432 340555. OPEN MIC Hosted by Freeborn Rising. The Booth Hall, Hereford, 7.30pm, free. AMERICAN COUNTRY MUSIC NIGHT Bluegrass/old time blues. Join in or just listen. King’s Head, Tenbury Wells.

Fri 24 March

Celtic Guitar Journeys

THE BEACH BOYS STORY Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, £15 in advance, £17 on the door, 01600 712467. BSP Covers band. Golden Cross, Sutton St Nicholas, Hereford. GUNS TO ROSES The Booth Hall, Hereford, 7.30pm, £7 on the door. THE UNDERCOVER HIPPY Acoustic roots reggae folk-hop. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, £5, 01497 821762.

SARAH SMITH TRIO Housmans Cafe Bar, Church Stretton, 8pm. THE DRAGON BAND The Horse and Jockey, Churchstoke, 8pm, free, donations. GERARDO NUNEZ & CARMEN CORTES Famed guitar master Gerardo Nunez is known for his amazing speed and cross-cultural collaborations. Encompassing traditional flamenco with innovative jazz and Latin inspired rhythms. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7.30pm, 01874 611622.

Thurs 23 March CELTIC GUITAR JOURNEYS Three of Europe’s finest acoustic guitarists collaborate in an exciting celebration of their Celtic roots. Wyeside, Builth Wells, 8pm, £13/£12, 01982 552555. THE ROBIN B B DUO The Crown & Anchor, Vaults, Bishop’s Castle. LIZABETT RUSSO ‘Wonderfully haunting’. Late Night Junction, BBC Radio 3. SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle, 7.30pm, £10, under 18s £6, 01588 630321.

LIVE MUSIC White Horse Inn, The Square, Clun. ANDY MARGARET Saracen’s Head, St Martin’s St, Hereford. THE DOODAHS Dun Cow, Shrewsbury. HAY CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL Third Hay Chamber Music Festival featuring Fitzwilliam String Quartet with the Dragonfly Ensemble. St Mary’s Church, Hay-on-Wye, 7.30pm, £15, 01497 820322. www.haymusic.org VELVET TARDIS The Black Star, Stourport. FROZEN CABIN Four-piece acoustic pop. The Exchange, Newtown.

The Phoenix Singers

Fri 24 March BELLA COLLINS & GARETH EVANS The Yew Tree, Peterstow, 9pm. PATSY GAMBLE WITH THE HIPKISS BAND With support from Jack Brett and Blue Moon. Ludlow Brewery, Railway Shed, Station Drive, 8pm, £10, 01584 873291. Shropshire Blues Club. MICRO BABY Malthouse, Ironbridge. T.REXTASY Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £20, 01743 281281. PAUL PARKER The Bull Inn, Shrewsbury. GORDIE MACKEEMAN & HIS RHYTHM BOYS Old-time roots from Canada. Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 8pm, £12, 01686 614555.

Sat 25 March HEREFORD CHORAL SOCIETY Programme includes Poulenc’s Stabat Mater and Haydn’s Harmoniemesse. Hereford Cathedral, 7.30pm, £25-£10, 0845 4633 124. BOOYAKA The Crown & Anchor, Vaults, Bishop’s Castle. HMV BAND Malthouse, Ironbridge. HAY CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL Featuring Fitzwilliam Quartet. Richard Booth’s Bookshop, Hay-on-Wye, 7.30pm, £15, 01497 820322, www.haymusic.org UNDERGROUND REVOLUTION PRESENTS Senoritas that Rock! Louise Distras, Mexicola, Skew Whiff. The Booth Hall, Hereford, 7.30pm, £6, NUS £4, on the door. SOUTHERN IMPACT Black Lion, Bridge St, Hereford.

WILD WILLY BARRETT’S FRENCH CONNECTION Musical entertainment all overlaid with a large dose of humour. Lydbury North Village Hall, 8pm, £10, under 16s £5, 01588 680302. LUTHER GROSVENOR & HIS BAND Richmond Club, 69-71 Edgar St, Hereford, tickets 01432 356529. MOONGOOSE Plus support from D’Orange. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, £5, 01497 821762. HANNAH AND BRIAN Reet Petite, 18 West St, Leominster, 07484 545368. SARAH BARNWELL & WILL BARNES Violin and guitar, jazz swing, folk and more. Saturday Cafe at the Courtyard, 12-2pm, free, 01432 340555. THE PHOENIX SINGERS Joined by Prestfelde School for a gala concert entitled ‘Brahams, Britten and Beyond!’ St Chad’s Church, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £10, under 18s free. Tickets from Write Here, High St., or 01743 240831 or choir members. THE CUSTARD CONNECTION The Bull Inn, Shrewsbury. NEW ORLEANS HEAT Seven-piece band playing old style New Orleans jazz. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7.30pm, £13, 01584 878141. FLATWORLD Cafe at the Stores, Walwyn Rd, Colwall, 7.30pm, £5, 01684 540976. EARDISLAND VILLAGE BAND 10th Anniversary concert with guest performer, Dave Townsend. Eardisland Village Hall, 7pm, £6, accompanied under 13’s free. Bring your own drinks. Tickets from Eardisland Shop. BIG FAT SHORTY Rhythm and blues. King’s Head, Tenbury Wells.

SILENT VIGIL FOR PEACE AND HOPE Town Hall, Bishop’s Castle, 12-2pm, come and go as you please. BLOWIN’ IN THE WIND Vee Sweeney and Mark Rowson bring vibrant new interpretations to timeless tunes and wonderful words. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7.30pm, 01874 611622.

Sun 26 March THE SUNDAY EVENING CHILL Live music from local bands and artists. The Red Lion, Knighton, 7.30pm, 01547 428080. CHRIS QUINN Grape Vaults, Leominster, 3pm. HAY CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL Featuring Fitzwilliam Quartet with Sinfonia Cymru. St Mary’s Church, Hay-on-Wye, 3pm, £15, 01497 820322, www.haymusic.org MAZ LITRENKO BAND Prince of Wales, Ledbury, 4pm. BLOWIN’ IN THE WIND Celebrating the great songs of Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell and John Lennon. Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 4pm, 01584 811442. BOCHMANN STRING TRIO With Graeme Adams (oboe). All Mozart programme. Hellens Manor, Much Marcle, 3pm, £15, students £7.50, 01432 340555. THE FORFEITS Queen’s Head, Monmouth, 01600 712767. CARDUCCI STRING QUARTET ‘Inspired by Beethoven’. The Maidment Hall, Shrewsbury School, 3pm, 01743 267482.

Mon 27 March EMILY PORTMAN & THE CORACLE BAND Folk. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 8pm, £14, £50 for groups of four, 01584 878141.

Tues 28 March BETH PRIOR Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 7.30pm, £2.50, 01686 614555.

Emily Portman & The Coracle Band

OPEN MIC The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, 01497 821762. SOUTH POWYS YOUTH MUSIC GALA A spectacular annual celebration of local youth music. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 11am, 2.15pm & 7pm, 01874 611622.

Wed 29 March THE DRAGON BAND The Horse and Jockey, Churchstoke, 8pm, free, donations. OPEN MIC Hosted by Esk and Ali. The Booth Hall, Hereford, 7.30pm, free. DAVE LUKE, JOHN HYMAS Sort of country. Norrie’s Cafe, 3 Church St, Leominster, 7.30pm, £20, includes meal, please book in advance, 01568 612876. SOUTH POWYS YOUTH MUSIC GALA A spectacular annual celebration of local youth music. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 2.15pm & 7pm, 01874 611622.

Thurs 30 March

THE REBELS Rock ‘n’ roll covers. Golden Cross, Sutton St Nicholas, Hereford. DEADBEATS The Yew Tree, Peterstow, 9pm. STUDENT SOUNDS: PUNK NIGHT The Booth Hall, Hereford, 7.30pm, £4 on the door. SULTANA BROTHERS The Malt Shovel, Highley.

GROOVE CITY Malthouse, Ironbridge.

VOICE AND VERSE An evening of music and poetry. Songs by Purcell, Quilter and Arne. Favourite poetry read by members of Border Poets and local enthusiasts. St Michael’s and All Angels Church, Tenbury Wells, 7.30pm, £5 to include refreshments, 01568 750675.

SCOTT HARDIE, SHANNON WALKER Reet Petite, 18 West St, Leominster, 07484 545368.

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BEEZ NEEZ The Crown & Anchor, Vaults, Bishop’s Castle.

Fri 31 March

OPEN MIC Hosted by Rhythm Thieves. Sun Inn, Leintwardine, 8pm. MR BLACK The Bull Inn, Shrewsbury. OVER THE MOON Dun Cow, Shrewsbury.

THE MARCHES CHOIR Conducted by Alistair Auld, will perform Dvorak. Supported by the Marches Sinfonia and a line-up of talented soloists. St Johns Church, Brampton Rd, Bishop’s Castle, 7pm, £10, students free, 01588 650488.

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BOUNCING BETTY Malthouse, Ironbridge. THE ENDINGS The Bull Inn, Shrewsbury. RORY MOTION With his band, The Travelling Libraries. Comedy, music, poetry and tree impressions. The Hermon Chapel, Oswestry, 7.30pm, £10/£8. KING MANTIS Black Lion, Bridge St, Hereford.

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HAY’S INDEPENDENCE CELEBRATION Marking the 40th anniversary. A day of family-friendly events throughout the town marking the day in 1977 when Richard Booth proclaimed himself to be King of the Independent Kingdom of Hay! Events run from 12pm to midnight. www.hayonwyechamber.co.uk for more details.

ROD KELLY TRIO Great piano and vocals led jazz and blues. Saturday Cafe at the Courtyard, 12-2pm, free, 01432 340555. RAGWORT Acoustic folk rock. Reet Petite, 18 West St, Leominster.

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JOEY THE CROW The Yew Tree, Peterstow, 9pm. AN EVENING WITH IAN STOREY Herefordshire-based international operatic tenor is joined by Rhiannon Davies (piano). Excerpts from opera and more, with insights and anecdotes in conversation with Dennis Schiavon. Fundraising for the Music Pool. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, £16, 07775 751122 or 01432 340555. MARK LATIMER / TREV DAVIES TRIO Chequers, Etnam St, Leominster.

Sat 8 April Luther Grosvenor & His Band, 25 March

Sat 1 April SHREWSBURY CHORAL SOCIETY With pianist Lee Jae Phang. ‘Monumental Mozart’! St Chad’s Church, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £12 adults, £5 children, 01743 232236. OPEN MIC Ledbury Community Hall, 7pm, £5, bring a bottle, 01531 632968.

Sun 2 April LITTLE DAVE Grape Vaults, Leominster, 3pm. ABBA MANIA Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 7.30pm, 01584 811442. MAYFIELD Queen’s Head, Monmouth, 01600 712767. HAUNTED SOULS Lichfield Vaults, Church St, Hereford, 4pm. THE DELTA LADIES Prince of Wales, Ledbury, 4pm. CARDUCCI STRING QUARTET Programme includes Beethoven, Weber and Mozart. The Lion Hotel, Shrewsbury, 3pm, £16.50, under 25s free, 01743 353107.

Mon 3 April CIDER CITY JAZZMEN The Barrels, St Owen’s St, Hereford, 01432 274968. AMERICANA SESSION Grape Vaults, Leominster, 8pm. BRIMFIELD FOLK CLUB Brimfield Village Hall, Brimfield, near Ludlow, 7.30pm, 01584 711480 www.roger435.wixsite.com/brimfieldfolkclub.

Tues 4 April UPTON BISHOP JAZZ CLUB Featuring Cafe Manouche, swinging hot jazz from the 40s. The Millennium Hall, Upton Bishop, Ross-on-Wye, 7.30pm, pre-booked tickets £10, 07970 343148.

Wed 5 April THE DRAGON BAND The Horse and Jockey, Churchstoke, 8pm, free, donations.

Fri 7 April THE HYPE Malthouse, Ironbridge. HUSH Covers band. Golden Cross, Sutton St Nicholas, Hereford.

AUTISTRY Music duo Grace and Gelan perform songs from hit musicals. Lingen Village Hall, 7pm, £5, bar available, 01544 267736.

Music Workshops

Sat 4 March CHORISTER OPEN MORNING Hereford Cathedral. To pre-register call 01432 374238. Sat 4 March WILL KEMP’S NINE DAY WONDER A Border Marches Early Music Forum Workshop for Versatile Musicians! Tutor: Alison Kinder. Singers and players of instruments from violins to bagpipes - follow Kemp’s Morris dance from Norwich to London in 1600 with songs and tunes of the time. 10 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. Yarpole Village Hall, near Leominster, HR6 0BL. £12 for Early Music Fora members, £15 for non-members, £5 for students. Prior booking essential. Contact Fran Johnstone on 01544 267397 or fjjohnstone@btinternet.com For further details and an application form see www.bmemf. org.uk Sat 4 March SHROPSHIRE HILLS IRISH MUSIC DAY All day workshops. Fiddle (intermediate/advanced with Karen Ryan. ‘Play It by Ear’ and Irish session favourites with Kitty Greenwood. (All melody instruments). Discovery Centre, Craven Arms, £45 including lunch and refreshments, details 01584 841564 or email folkfiddleteacher@gmail.com Sat 4 March COME & SING Vivaldi’s “Gloria”. A choral day workshop under the leadership of Robert Evans. 9.30am registration. Workshop 10am to 4pm. St Andrew’s Church, Bredwardine (the Kilvert church). All welcome. £12 pp. Score hire if needed £2. To register, email kingtonchoral@mail.com, text 07968044853 or book online at www.kingtonchoral.org.uk. Sat 18 March SINGING THE YEAR Vocal harmony workshop with The Village Quire, for vocalists of all kinds, including those who learn by ear. Bleddfa Centre, near Knighton, 2-4.30pm, £12 including refreshments. Bring and share supper with Quire before concert later, 01547 550377. Sunday 26 March SHROPSHIRE HARMONY QUIRE We sing and play mainly West Gallery music, which is energetic, rousing, no-nonsense stuff that is great fun to perform. It is what you would have heard in rural parish churches in the 18th and early 19th centuries. Led by Sue Harris. FREE for newcomers! Bishop’s Castle Methodist Hall, Station Street. 2-5 pm. Enquiries: bosky@btinternet. com. Starting in April LEOMINSTER COMMUNITY CHOIR No musical ability necessary! Details contact anniewood@myphone.coop Monday THE GARRICK SINGERS The Courtyard, Hereford, 12-1.30pm and 2-3.30pm. £5 per session, 01432 340555.

Monday ALIVE & KICKIN’ CHOIR Coleg Powys (now NPTC), Brecon, 7-9pm, £5 public, £3 students/staff. tanyawalkermusic@hotmail.com Monday BANDAMANIA Traditional dance music from far and wide. Assembly Rooms, Presteigne 7.15pm, Sue Harris 01547 550158. Tuesday ST MICHAELS SINGERS Welcome interest from new singers, (particularly basses and tenors!) If you are interested please phone our Chairperson Pat Mutton on 01584 819875. We meet on Tuesday evenings at 7.30pm in St Michael’s Village Hall, near Tenbury Wells. Tuesday BANG ON DRUMS Drum circle. Black Lion, Bridge St, Hereford, 7-9pm, bring your own hand drums or drums and percussion instruments provided, 07870 747248, www.bangondrums.co.uk Tuesday DOLAU MIXTURES Mixed choir. Dolau Community Hall, Llandrindod Wells, 8pm, 01597 851427. Tuesdays SAMBA BRECON We are a friendly community band which meets each week to practice drumming and have fun. Sue on 07792 165481 or Gill on 01497 821631. 7-9pm, Village Hall just outside Brecon. Tuesday WHITTON VOICES Mixed community choir. Songs from around the world, traditional and contemporary. Assembly Rooms, Presteigne, 8-10pm, £6. All welcome. Led by Sue Harris, 01547 550158. Wednesdays PLAY IT BY EAR A new course for tune players starts Feb 1st. Fabulous repertoire & expert tuition - sheet music & videos of all tunes included. Join our sociable group, meets in Craven Arms, 7.30 to 9.30 pm. Full course £33 or £7 per week - contact Kitty Greenwood 01584 841564. Wednesdays CON ANIMA Early music group based in Bishop’s Castle, singing renaissance and baroque music a capella and led by George Baker. Contact Jaqueline jacquelinesw@hotmail.co.uk Wednesdays BISHOP’S CASTLE EARLY MUSIC GROUP Singing renaissance and baroque music a cappella. All music readers welcome, 7.30pm. Mark, 075385 68378 or email jacquelinesw@hotmail.co.uk

Thursday EDGE CHAMBER CHOIR Auditioned chamber choir led by Ros Crouch. We sing mainly 20th and 21st classical music. Friends Meeting House, Ludlow, 7.30-9.30pm. Contact Ros on 01584 841053 or ros.crouch@gmail.com Thursday VOICE ACADEMY AT THE COURTYARD For ages 13+. The Courtyard, Hereford, 4.30-6pm, £4 per session, 01432 340555.

Thursday CLUNSONGBIRDS 10 -11.30am in Hightown Hall. Uplifting songs from many traditions around the world, all taught by ear. £5 per week. Led by Sue Harris 01547 550158 sumarieharris@btinternet.com 1st and 3rd Thursdays HEREFORD CHANTING CIRCLE 11am-1pm plus one Friday evening 8pm - 10pm. Beautiful chants from a variety of spiritual traditions, no need to be a ‘singer’, just sing from the heart, all welcome. We meet in central Hereford. Contact Mike: 01432 261222 mikejhadden@gmail.com or www.karimandsusanne.co.uk Thursday CANTORION LLANDRINDOD Mixed choir, early/classical music. Howey VH, 7.45pm, 01874 754774. First Thursdays BLACK HILL TUNE CLUB 2pm at the Crown Inn Longtown. Free. 01432 263495. Friday MUSIC TIME A session of music and movement for under 5s. The Hive, 5 Belmont, Shrewsbury, 10.30am11.30am, £5 per child, 01743 234970. Friday FAMILY MUSIC MAKERS Fun sessions for parents and toddlers 12.30-2pm, £4 per adult and child pair, under 1s free. The Courtyard, Hereford, 01432 340555.

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Wednesday ROCKSPRING COMMUNITY CHOIR All welcome particularly men! Minimal charge. Rockspring Community Centre, Ludlow. 01584 529053. Wednesday LUDLOW LARKS COMMUNITY CHOIR Led by Polly Bolton. Songs from around the world - from the Beatles to Bulgaria. Ludlow Women’s Centre, 7.30pm9.30pm. Polly on 01584 823609 or info@oak-barn.co.uk or check our website www.jollypages.co.uk/larks Wednesday DRUMMING FOR DEMENTIA The Courtyard, Hereford, 2-3.30pm, £2 per session, 01432 340555.

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band directory APPLEBY KINSEY a contemporary folk and jazz quartet: acoustic guitar, flute, saxophones, double bass, two female vocalists. A large repertoire of original songs from tender, lyrical, slightly dark, to up-tempo latin jazz and folk. Live original music with authenticity and sophistication for events, festivals, weddings, clubs. www.applebykinsey.com or call Ken on 07979 542 449. BACK IN TIME Five-piece 50s and 60s band. Tel: Alan on 01686 627679 or 07580 940006. BANDAMANIA Community band playing wild and wonderful traditional music. Perfect for ceilidhs, parties and all sorts of local events. Sue Harris 01547 550158 sumarieharris@btinternet.com MARTIN BLAKE: Fingerpickin’ good guitar, banjo and vocals in a variety of line-ups from duo to 6 piece, including Whiskey River (5/6 piece electric Swamp Rock band) The Whiskey River Quartet (Acoustic 4 piece version), The Whiskey River Boys (duo version of the same), The Grass Snakes (6 piece Honky-Tonk Bluegrass Band with loads of harmony vocals), and Blakes III, (eclectic long standing trio with clarinet, fiddle, guitar & 3 part harmony vocals) - Pubs, Clubs, Parties, Weddings, Divorces etc. Contact: 07846 669890 or 01432 342018. Email: info@martinblake. co.uk Website: www.martinblake.co.uk CHRISIE J LOCAL VOCALIST! I sing Jazz. Soul, Musical Theatre, Pop and Rock. For more information or to make a booking email chrisiej20@gmail.com or phone 079688 93719. Look at my Facebook page Chrisie J and Youtube channel Chrisie J for performance videos. FLATWORLD Roots ‘n’ grooves from Eastern Europe and beyond. Lively 5-piece band with magnificent tunes and kicking rhythm for your festival, wedding, party or pub. Also circle dancing with caller. Contact Neil on 01684 569611 or 07866 021489; www.flat-world.org.uk or email info@flat-world.org.uk HOT CLIMATE Ultimate party band, best 6-piece line up ever. For top musical entertainment at your party/ wedding/festival or corporate function. Book now! New footage on www.hotclimate.co.uk. Contact Charlie 01568 613895 or mobile 07702 528088 anytime! LE FREAK Upbeat party covers band. Great 5-piece outfit for any dance event. Hear us on soundcloud.com/ lefreak357066067 or phone Nick on 01981 540348 or 07952 415487. LITTLE RUMBA A classy four piece band featuring Hugh, John, Jacqui & Pete, from The Tango Band and The Rumbajax, playing moody, melancholy music everything from East European and South American to the Blues. Viola, violin, accordion, saxophones, guitar, vocals and bass. 01547 520339 www.littlerumba.com LOS SQUIDEROS “The Greatest Mexican Band to come out of Hereford in a Hundred Years” Fabulous party band with a long history of amazing crowds. Playing surf, funk and ska with latino beats.. Also, The Swing Set; Swing jazz, Blues and rock n roll from the Squid collective. Contact Leo 07816 686856 leocaithness@tiscali.co.uk

MELOMANICS Principally a wacky Duo with an amazingly dynamic sound, playing their eclectic and cosmopoloitan repertoire with engagingly humour and infectious energy (sustainable). Far more than just great music. And stilts if appropriate. Find out just how much fun a ceilidh really can be, either with separate caller or the minimal option with Tim calling and playing. Ideal for parties, weddings, fund-raising events, festivals, shows, pubs, restaurants, etc. Scottish, Irish and French-themed specialities (Timoléon pour vos soirées francaises). For info call Tim on 01743 719438, or Rich 01743 718612. Email tim@melomanics.co.uk. Website www.melomanics. co.uk MUCH ADO - The band for your ceilidh or barn dance. 4-piece band with caller for ceilidhs, barn dances, weddings, parties, shows, fetes, etc. Alan Oberman 01982 570432, email alan.oberman@gmail.com. See website www.muchadoband.com NEW TRICKS Lively 4-piece 60’s, 70’s band playing classic tunes of the era. With some blues/rock and country/rock. Barry 07754 534406 or David 01568 612661. OVER THE HILLBILLIES - Lively, foot stomping, rip-roaring band performing everything from Led Zep to Kylie, Dolly to Motorhead, and Blur to the Bee Gees. With a look fashioned straight from “Deliverance”, playing on a banjo, fiddle, tea-chest bass, drums, harmonicas, guitar and a suitcase(!) we are perfect for parties, pubs, festivals and anything else that involves drinking and dancing. Contactl Linda on 01686 670409 / 07816 125802 or find us on Facebook.com/Over-the-Hillbillies. YEEEEHAAAAA! REVEREND FERRIDAY Upbeat One Man Blues Band. Playing driving slide guitar with rockabilly flair, seasoned with a touch of Americana, a mix of stomping originals and traditional classics. Available for all occasions, large or small. Contact the Reverend: 01584 711700 - 07766 185451 revferriday@gmail.com - www.revferriday.com RHYTHM THIEVES Funky, folky and fun. Firm favourites at festivals, pubs, parties and events around the Midlands and beyond, Rhythm Thieves are a lively must-see band who deliver an unforgettable and highly entertaining night out. “Full of fire and enthusiasm” Mike Harding, BBC Radio 2 “Great, super, lovely - our resident band” Genevieve Tudor. BBC Radio Midlands Folk Show. “If they don’t make you smile, you’re probably dead.” Wheaton Aston Folk Festival Tel: 01568 770 134, e-mail rhythmthieves@hotmail.com SAMBUCA Ludlow based acoustic trio, playing a nice mix of jazz standards, classic blues, sambas etc. For more information call Richard 07974 399524. SEAN SAYE Great acoustic music for all occasions, easy listening to singalong party. Music from the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s. Contact tel: 07734 399497 or email seansaye@yahoo.co.uk. Website www.seansaye.com.

SILVER BRANCH (Ceilidh and Concert Band). CEILIDH BAND with caller. Available for weddings/ birthday parties/fund raisers, etc. For photos/videos please see our Facebook page. For further enquiries, ring David on 01982 540832 or Anna on 07980 961187. SILVER BRANCH (UN-CALLED FOR) - Five piece cutting edge instrumental Folk Band. Available for concerts/gigs. Tel nos. as above. SLIPPERY SLOPE Silly, melancholy and beautiful music played on accordion, fiddle, guitar and steel pan. From ska to klezmer via a Parisian cafe and a Russian vodka bar. For more info please call Jo or Ben on 01981 510136 see www.slipperyslope.org.uk or email slipperyslope@hotmail.com SOUL SUPPLY 6-piece soul, Motown and R & B Party Band. Guaranteed to turn your event into a hive of nonstop dance floor activity. Available for weddings, parties and corporate events. Full PA, lights, staging and disco as required. 079905 75531 or 01568 708868 www.soulsupplyband.co.uk info@soulsupplyband.co.uk STASH Rockin’ good folk. Firey fiddle, souring guitar, pounding rhythms, with bouncing energy. Folk rock at its best. Please phone Mick on 01432 840475, Wizzy on 01432 263317 or Will on 07960 569784. STONED CHERRIES Are: Dave Evans, guitar, mandolin, vocals; Roger Pugh, guitar, mandola, vocals; Aly May, whistles, vocals and Matt Donaldson, bass, percussion and vocals. A dynamic folk / rock fusion of original, traditional and modern songs and tunes. Roger 01885 483425 / 07779 694615 / pugh@ live.co.uk or Dave 01886 822132 / 07817 220016 / dgand2@btinternet.com www.dgand2.wix.com/ thestonedcherries STEADY EDD & THE BOOGIEMEN Boogie Woogie and its best, jazz and soul - let the good times roll! Contact Edd, on 01432 769077, www.steadyedd.co.uk

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THE SULTANA BROTHERS Fine R&B from one of the best bands around! The ultimate hip swingin’, foot tappin’ party band - guaranteed to help you dance the night away. For bookings/enquiries contact Phil 07791 129391 or Adam 07855 037092. Website www.thesultanabrothers.vpweb.co.uk or find us on Facebook.com/ thesultanabros THE TIME BANDITS are a top quality band playing a variety of different music styles to suit all tastes. We have a number of music package options, ranging from a duo for your ceremony, 6 piece party band and a fabulous 10 piece experience. www.thetimebandits.info 07815 800261 ian@thetimebandits.info THE VILLAGE QUIRE The Village Quire - spinetingling harmonies sung with all the emotional clout, subtlety of expression and love of life that you get when voices are raised together in song. Music from and inspired by the folk harmony, west gallery and shape note traditions all woven together with words and stories. Various shows available to book, including ‘Back to the Garden’ – life and hope in the trenches based on original letters from WW1 Herefordshire soldier and gardener William Bevan. “The Village Quire have become one of my favourite singing groups of all time ... (Frank Hennessy, Celtic Heartbeat, Radio Wales). For bookings / further info ring 01497 847676 www.villagequire.org.uk TRIO TANGENTE Violin and vocal led spicy fun energetic Latin/Tango/Hot Club/ Gypsy influenced band. For all occasions. Contact Faith 07870 320022. VIRG CLENTHILLS and his band BLUE MOON, sing Country & Americana songs that are often touching, sometimes comic. Virg is a true poet of Country music, evoking classic tales of the mountains of Kentucky. See website: www.garethowen.com. If you’d like to book Virg and his band, phone 01584 878 282. XL’S Maximum R’n’B, Feelgood Rock & Roll. 01588 650686.

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Tues 7 - 9 March & Sun 30 April AS THE CROW FLIES PENTABUS THEATRE. By Hattie Naylor with original music by Dom Coyote. Based on a true story of a woman who struck up a friendship with a wounded crow. 7 & 8 March - Bromfield VH. 9 March - All Stretton VH. 30 April Leintwardine Community Centre. All 7.30pm, 01584 856564 or www.pentabus.co.uk Thurs 9 & Fri 10 March FOLLOW ME / DILYNWCH FI A revisiting of The Pied Piper by Mike Kenny and starring Jay Lusted (from the BBC documentary, Born Small). 9 March - Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 11am (English), 2pm (Welsh), 01874 611622. 10 March - Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 10.30am (Welsh), 1.30pm (English), 01686 614555.

PERFORMANCE Wed 1 March I AM BEAST SPARKLE AND DARK present a visually stunning exploration of the power of grief and childish imagination, using original live music and life-sized puppetry. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £15, students £11, 01743 281281. Thurs 2 March HOLMES AND WATSON Infectiously funny Holmes presented with panache. An explosive blend of murder mystery and irresistible comedy. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £16/£14, 01743 281281. Fri 3 March WELSH WRESTLING Blake Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, £12/£9/£35, 01600 719401. Sat 4 March THE SINGULAR EXPLOITS OF SHERLOCK HOLMES Acclaimed actor Jonathan Goodwin plays Holmes and the show features the great detective recounting highlights of his crime-busting career. Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 7.30pm, 01584 811442. Sat 4 March SPILLIKIN It’s the 70’s. Sally likes Debbie Harry, Raymond likes making robots; they’re an unlikely pair. Flash forward to 2030. After a long, childless and sometimes bumpy marriage, Sally has Alzheimers... Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £14/£12, students £8, 01743 281281. Tues 7 - Wed 8, Thurs 16, Fri 17, Sat 18 & Fri 31 March THE BEST THING VAMOS THEATRE. A swinging sixties story of unconditional love. Suitable for ages 12+. 7 & 8 March - Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £16/£14, 01743 281281. 16 March - Talbot Theatre, Whitchurch, 7.30pm, £12/£6/£35, 01948 660660. 17 March - SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle, 7.30pm, £10/£7, 01588 630321. 18 March - Market Theatre, Ledbury, 8pm, £12/£8, 07967 517125. 31 March - Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, 7.30pm, 01885 488575. Arts Alive.

Thurs 9 March CHEKHOV’S SHORTS EUROPEAN ARTS COMPANY present a hugely entertaining collection of classic one-act farces. Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 7.45pm, 01686 614555. Thurs 9 - Sat 11 March HEREFORD COUNTY DRAMA FESTIVAL OF ONE ACT PLAYS The best in local amateur drama. The Courtyard, Hereford, £8 or £21 for three events, 01432 340555. Thurs 9 - Sat 11 March DUETS OFF CENTRE THEATRE bring you four one-act plays by Peter Quilter that examine all aspects of the chaotic world of love and relationships. Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, £10, 01600 712467. Sat 11 March PARADISE LOST (LIES UNOPENED BESIDE ME) LOST DOG. Combining theatre, comedy and movement this is a journey through the story of creation of everything condensed into 75 minutes. Quatt Village Hall, 7.30pm, £10, 01746 781759. Arts Alive. Mon 13 March HOME A tale of unexpected friendship exploring a new and unknown world. Home immerses audiences with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilies (PMLD) in a multi-sensory story of discovery. The Courtyard, Hereford, 11am & 1.30pm, £12, 01432 340555.

Paradise Lost

Tues 14 March THRIVE ZEST THEATRE. Many of us will experience a traumatic event over the course of our lifetime. How do you think you would cope with it? The Hive, Belmont, Shrewsbury, 4pm & 6.30pm, £7, 01743 234970. Wed 15 March THE KING LEAR SHIFTING SANDS THEATRE. Three regulars decide to perform their own version of Shakespeare’s classic tragedy and set it in their local. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £26.50, 01743 281281. Thurs 16 March GIVE ME YOUR LOVE RIDICULUSMUS. A funny, fragile and profound fable based on ground-breaking medical research and real-life war testimonies of soldiers suffering from post traumatic stress. Wyeside, Builth Wells, 7.30pm, £12/£10, 01982 552555. Fri 17 March FRANKENSTEIN BLACKEYED THEATRE presents an adaptation of Mary Shelley’s novel. Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 7.30pm, 01584 811442. Wed 22 - Sat 25 March A TALE OF TWO CITIES SHREWSBURY AMATEUR OPERATIC SOCIETY. Interweaving one family’s intensely personal drama with the terror and chaos in France at the time of regime change and rebellion. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 01743 281281. Thurs 23 March FORGET ME NOT ROB GEE presents this part social commentary, part black comedy, part Cluedo. Retired police detective Jim smells a rat when his wife dies of natural causes. The problem is he has dementia. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £13/£11, 01743 281281. Thurs 23 March CHAMPIONS OF MAGIC Direct from a hit season in London’s West End, the team bring a night of mystery that’ll keep you guessing. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 8pm, £15/£13, 01874 611622. Thurs 23 & Fri 24 March THE ODYSSEY (GREEK STUFF!) RABBIT THEATRE. Experience Gods and Monsters from the comfort of your seat. Recommended for ages 12+. 23 March - Snailbeach Village Hall, 7.30pm, £10, 01743 791327. 24 March - Harley Village Hall, 7.30pm, £10, 01952 510422. Thurs 23 & Fri 24 March LABELS WORKLIGHT THEATRE. Amid a cacophony of statistics, brilliant impersonations of politicians and sound bites, Labels offers an honest, human story about multicultural Britain. Recommended for ages 14+. 23 March Ellesmere College Arts Centre, 7.30pm, £10/£5, 01691 626545. 24 March - SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle, 7.30pm, £10/£5, 01588 630321. Arts Alive. Fri 24 March VENTOUX The story of Lance Armstrong and Marco Pantani, whose drug-fuelled race in 2000 was the greatest cycling had ever seen. The Courtyard, Hereford, 8pm, £13/£11, 01432 340555.

Fri 24 March Y GLEC / KING HIT In this brand new Welsh adaptation performed alongside Zeal Theatre Australia’s original English production, this is hard-hitting, funny and fast-paced production exploring the issues facing young people today. Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 10.30am (Welsh), 1.15pm (English), 01686 614555. Fri 24 March THE SECOND BEST BED When Shakespeare died, he famously left his wife Anne only one thing - the second best bed. This one-woman play begins on the night of Shakespeare’s funeral. The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock, 8pm, £12.50/£11, 01952 728911. Sat 25 March JANE AYRE: AN AUTOBIOGRAPHY DYAD PRODUCTIONS. Told through Jane’s eyes, English literature’s most celebrated autobiographical novel shocked the Victorians, and Charlotte Bronte’s gothic subversion of fairy-tale romance is now distilled for the stage. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £15/£13, 01743 281281. Sat 25 March PRIDE AND PREJUDICE PANTALOONS THEATRE COMPANY. An hilarious take on Jane Austen’s romantic and much loved novel. Market Theatre, Ledbury, 8pm, £12/£8, 07967 517125. Sat 25 March CIRCUS OF HORRORS ‘The Never-Ending Nightmare’. Featuring an amazing amalagamation of bizarre, brave and beautiful acts all woven into a Alice in Horrorland type story. Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 7.30pm, 01686 614555. Thurs 30 March PERFECT PITCH Meet Ron, a snobby prematurely retired headteacher and his would-be marathon running wife Yvonne, who have gone camping for the first time in a caravan... Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 7.45pm, £11, 01686 614555. Fri 31 March MEET FRED HIJINX THEATRE WITH BLIND SUMMIT. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7.30pm, 01874 611622. Sat 1 April MEET FRED Meet Fred, the two foot tall cloth puppet who fights prejudice every day. Contains strong language and puppet nudity. Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 7.30pm, £8, 01686 614555.

MUSICAL THEATRE & OPERA Wed 1 March MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL This hysterical all-singing, all-dancing comedy is set in a department store, where four women with seemingly nothing in common, meet by chance and make fun of their woeful lives experiencing ‘The Change’. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £26.50, 01743 281281.

Wed 1 March COUNT ARTHUR STRONG: THE SOUND OF MUCUS Paying tribute to the musicals, recreating the poignant and salient moments for your delight. Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 8pm, £20, 01600 712467.

Fri 3 March LAKME SWANSEA CITY OPERA. India during the Raj of the 1880’s. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £23.50-£16.50, students £12, 01743 281281. Sat 4 March SEMELE MID WALES OPERA & THE ROYAL WELSH COLLEGE OF MUSIC & DRAMA present a co-production in association with The Academy of Ancient Music of Handel’s masterpiece of baroque opera. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7pm, 01874 611622. Fri 10 March SING FOR A CAUSE Music from the musicals, disco dancing, theatrical treats, blazing bands, cool classics and more. All proceeds to Cancer Research UK. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £15, 01743 281281. Wed 15 - Sat 18 March THE YEOMEN OF THE GUARD HEREFORD GILBERT & SULLIVAN SOCIETY present mystery, romance, comedy and tragedy. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, Saturday matinee 2.30pm, £16/£14, under 16s £5, 01432 340555. Wed 15 - Sat 18 March HAIRSPRAY GET YOUR WIGLE ON. You can’t stop the beat in this big and bold musical about one girl’s inspiring dream to dance. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, Sat matinee 2.30pm, £18.50-£12.50, 01743 281281. Tues 28 March - Sat 1 April JOSEPH & THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOUR DREAMCOAT BILL KENWRIGHT’s prodcution of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s sparkling family musical. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, phone for times, £30.50-£17.50, 01743 281281. Wed 29 & Thurs 30 March SYSTEM MELTDOWN HERFORD COLLEGE OF ARTS EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN MUSIC presents a musical extravaganza set in back drop of a prison riot. The show features a variety of music ranging from funk to rock. Hereford College of Arts, Folly Lane Theatre. Wed 7pm, Thurs 1pm & 7pm, £5, under 16s £3, tickets at Hereford College or Arts reception or on the door. Wed 29 March - Sat 1 April HELLO DOLLY MONMOUTH MUSIC SOCIETY bring you the awardwinning musical. Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, £12, under 16s £10, 01600 712467. Sat 8 April ENSONGLOPEDIA OF SCIENCE TANGRAM THEATRE COMPANY. A song about science for every letter of the alphabet. This is a brand new show by John Hinton, multi-award winning writer and performer of the Scientrilogy of musical comedies. Suitable for ages 7+ years. Presteigne Assembly Rooms, 8pm, £10 and £5 from Courtyard Antiques, The Workhouse or www.wegottickets.com Sat 8 April CADW’R FFLAM YN FYW THEATR MALDWYN. A theatrical concert which will include many songs from well-known musicals. Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 7.30pm, £12/£10, 01686 614555.

CHILDREN’S THEATRE Sat 4 March & Sat 29 April HAIRY FAIRY TALES OPEN SKY. Classic fairy stories retold through rhyme, song, music, puppetry, mime and magical transformations. Fabulous furry fun for all. Hairy, not scary for ages 3+. 4 March - Ellesmere College Arts Centre, 2pm, £5, family £22, 01691 626545. 29 April - Steiner Academy, Much Dewchurch, 2pm, £6, 01981 540221. Arts Alive. Wed 8 March SING A STORY: INTERACTIVE SCHOOLS PERFORMANCE Join presenter John Webb, actor Charlotte Mafham and the marvellous musicians of Sinfonia Cymru for a musical train ride through tales well-loved and new. Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 10.30am & 1.30pm, 01686 614555. Sat 18 March SEUSSICAL JUNIOR NYP THEATRE GROUP production of Seussical is based on the works of Dr Seuss and follws the adventures of Horton, an elephant. Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 7pm, 01686 614555. Sat 25 March LILY AND THE LITTLE SNOW BEAR A family show about a little girl who finds a lost Little Snow Bear at the bottom of the garden when she is exploring. The Courtyard, Hereford, 11am, £10/£9, family £30, 01432 340555. Sun 19 April FOX AND RABBIT’S IDIOTS GUIDE TO THE OWL AND THE PUSSYCAT MAKESHIFT ENSEMBLE bring adventure and humour to the retelling of Edward Lear’s classic poem using puppetry. Market Theatre, Ledbury, 3pm, £6, family £25, 07967 517125. Fri 7 April BRAINIAC LIVE Strap on your safety goggles. Expect exploding dustbins, combusting microwaves and loads of live daredevil stunts. Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 2pm & 4pm, £14, children £12, 01686 614555.

DRAMA WORKSHOPS HAVE A GO SHAKESPEARE Fortnightly group sessions for anyone interested in having a go at Shakespeare read, discuss, explore, perform and have fun! Wednesdays - Llandrindod Wells. Thursday - Rhayader. Fridays - Builth Wells. www.shakespearelink.co.uk or call 01597 811487. HAY SENIOR YOUTH THEATRE For 12-17 year olds. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye. Call Janine Sharp on 07733 055430 for details or to express an interest. MID POWYS YOUTH THEATRE Tuesdays Junior Youth Theatre 8-11, 4.15pm-5pm. 11-14 years, 5.15pm-6.15pm. Wyeside Arts Centre, Builth Wells Senior Youth Theatre 14+ 7pm-9.30pm. The Drama Centre, Llandrindod Wells. Contact Ralph Bolland on 07810 350994. COURTYARD THEATRE, HEREFORD Wed - Courtyard Kids, reception 4.15-5pm, Year 2 5-5.45pm, £62.50 per term. Sat - Junior Youth Theatre. From Year 3 - Year 9, phone for times, £67.50 per term.

Wed - Intermediate Youth Theatre. For years 10 & 11, 6-7.30pm, £69.50 per term. Fri - Senior Youth Theatre, for ages 16+, 6.30pm-8.30pm, £72.50 per term. Thurs - Courtyard Musical Theatre for ages 11+, 6.30pm-8.30pm, £50 per term. Mon - Bromyard Conquest Kids, 3.45-4.30pm, £35 per term. Bromyard Juniors 4.30-5.30pm, £42 per term, £38 per term. Bromyard Intermediates, 6-7.30pm, £42 per term. Bromyard Seniors, 7.30pm-9.30pm, £45 per term. Wed - Kington Juniors 4-5.30pm, £42 per term. Kington Intermediates, 5.30pm-7pm, £42 per term. The Courtyard, Hereford, 01432 340555. Mondays BROMYARD YOUTH THEATRE Led by Kate Ganderton. Conquest Theatre, Bromyard. Ages 4-6. Juniors ages 6-1. Intermediate ages 11-14. All £30 per term. Senior ages 14-18, £35 per term, 01432 340555. Mondays TOTALLY ACTING Do you love acting? Learn the TV, film, stage acting techniques used by professionals. The Appletree Studio, 15 Lower Galdeford, Ludlow, SY8 1RU. Contact Rob Ford on 07772 823775, email: robjuckes@yahoo.co.uk THEATR IEUENTID / BRYCHEINIOG YOUTH THEATRE Are you passionate about drama, performing and being involved in theatre? Aged 4 to 25? With weekly sessions tailored to suit the needs of each year group, from 4 years and up, this is a great opportunity to explore and create exciting theatre, develop as a young actor and grow in confidence. You will also have the opportunity to be involved in the new Theatr Brycheiniog’s Youth Theatre productions. Theatr Brycheiniog is a member of The National Association of Youth Theatres. Mondays 3.45pm - 4.45pm Roundabout, Reception & Years 1 & 2. Wednesdays 5pm - 6pm Junior Youth, Years 3,4 & 5. Wednesdays 6pm - 7pm Junior Youth, Years 6,7 & 8. Thursdays 8.30pm - 10pm Senior Youth, Years 9, 10 & 11, 16 - 25. Call 01874 611622 for details or visit www. brycheiniog.co.uk Tuesdays SENIOR YOUTH THEATRE The Courtyard, Hereford, £62 term, 01432 340555. Tuesdays YOUTH THEATRE for 7-14 year-olds after school. Ledbury Market Theatre, 01432 383663. Wednesdays KINGTON YOUTH THEATRE With Kate Ganderton. Kington Primary School. Wed - Junior 7-11 years, 4-5.30pm. Intermediate 11+ 5.30-7pm. £42 per term, 01432 340555. Thursdays and Saturdays SHROPSHIRE YOUTH THEATRE Providing training in a range of theatre skills for ages 5-25. All abilities welcome. The Hive, Belmont, Shrewsbury. Contact Maggie Love: 07813 026367. Every Thurs ADULT DRAMA CLUB AT THE GLOBE IN HAY for anyone interested in having fun trying out some performance skills with Janine Sharp. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 7-30pm-9-30pm. £6. 07733 055430. Thursdays LEINTWARDINE YOUTH THEATRE Run by Teme Valley Youth Project. For ages 11+. Leintwardine Community Centre, 4-5pm, 01568 770110. Thursdays IMPULSIVE THEATRE COMPANY For ages 13-19. The Hive, 5 Belmont, Shrewsbury, 5-6.45pm, 07916 277928. Every Saturday HAY YOUTH THEATRE AT THE GLOBE IN HAY for ages 7-11. Excl. half term, 10.30-12.30pm, £6. Loads of fun! Call Janine Sharp on 07733 055430.

word Poetry & Storytelling

Thurs 2 March WATCHERS OF THE SKIES STORY SPACE presents a compelling storytelling theatre show with live music. Edna Leigh was born in Kansas in 1916. Her story takes us from the dust bowl of the 1930’s American depression, on a dramatic journey across the Atlantic, to post-war England. Her granddaughter, Carol Florence Graham shares this fascinating journey and her family’s discoveries, combining storytelling with poetry, myth, astronomy and a cello soundscape by Simon McCorry. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, 01497 821762. Fri 10 March THE OPAL FOREST - SHONALEIGH Shonaleigh is the last known Drut’syla, traditional Jewish storyteller, taught by her Grandmother. Bishop’s Castle Town Hall, 8pm, £7, 01588 630023. Tues 14 March POETRY EVENING Local poets Meg Cox, Steve Griffiths, Chris Hall, Nicholas Swingler. Apple Store Gallery, Rockfield Rd, Hereford, 7pm, £5 to include wine/juice, 01432 263937. Sat 18 March FAIRYTALE STORYTELLING With pre-activity: Make a fairytale finger puppet. The Courtyard, Hereford, 01432 340555. Fri 31 March VOICE AND VERSE An evening of music and poetry. Songs by Purcell, Quilter and Arne. Favourite poetry read by members of Border Poets and local enthusiasts. St Michael’s and All Angels Church, Tenbury Wells, 7.30pm, £5 to include refreshments, 01568 750675. Sun 2 April THE APPLE’S ROUNDED WORLD A lyrical journey through 100 years of Cider with Rosie Country. Featuring the writing of Laurie Lee, Michael, Frances and Adam Horovitz and Frank Mansell read by Adam Horovitz and music played by Becky Dellow. Lydbury North Village Hall, 2.30pm, £10, 01588 680302.

Fri 10 March AL MURRAY: THE PUB LANDLORD ‘Let’s Go Backwards Together’. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £26.50, 01743 281281. Fri 17 March TOM ALLEN AND SUZIE RUFFELL: HIT THE ROAD A new show - hilarious, slightly acerbic, engrossing tales of social ineptitude and overbearing parents. The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock, 8pm, £12, 01952 728911. Fri 17 March THE NOISE NEXT DOOR - UPROAR! An anarchic evening of side splitting jokes, jaw-dropping characters and mind-blowing songs. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £16, 01743 281281. Fri 17 & Fri 31 March HEINEKEN COMEDY CLUB (18+) With fast-witted comedians and a lively atmosphere. The Courtyard, Hereford, 8pm, £12.50, 01432 340555. Fri 17 March COMEDY CLUB Featuring four great comedians live in the foyer. Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, 7.30pm, 01885 488575. Fri 17 March FRIDAY LAUGHS: TALES FROM WALES Live comedy with Drew Taylor and Steffan Evans. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 7.30pm, £5, 01497 821762. Sat 18 March SHAPPI KHORSANDI: OH MY COUNTRY!

Comedy Thurs 2 March HENNING WEHN Join German comedy ambassador Henning Wehn for an evening of Teutonic jolliness at its best. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £9 in advance, £10 on the door, 01743 281281. Sun 5 March SEVERN JESTERS Featuring MC Dan Nightingale, Daliso Chaponda, Lou Contran and Gavin Webster. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £26.50, 01743 281281.

Wed 8 March COUNT ARTHUR STRONG: THE SOUND OF MUCAS Using stoies and other things that are secret, the showbiz legend pays tribute to one of the best musicals he can remember. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £22, 01743 281281.

Shappi is reclaiming patriotism. She’s celebrating her 40th year in Britain with a love letter to her adopted land. Skinheads welcome. Age range 14+. Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 8pm, £15, 01600 712467. Fri 24 March BRECON COMEDY CLUB Featuring Chris Kent, Amir Khosokhan and Angela Barnes. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 8pm, 01874 611622.

Talks

Wed 1 March A BITE OUT OF DENTISTRY A lecture by Romina Carabott, a forensic dentist. Simpson Hall, Burghill, 7.30pm, £5 on the door to include light refreshments. Fri 3 March SIMON KING: NATURE WATCH An illustrated talk about his wide knowledge of the worlds of animals and nature. His new book will be available to purchase on the night. Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, £15, under 16s £12, 01600 712467. Sat 4 March ‘DESIGNS ON THE ROOF OF THE WORLD’ A talk by Chris Evans. Chris has worked in Nepal for over thirty years, working alongside the local people to develop more resilient and sustainable systems of farming. Entry is free and no pre-booking is required. 7.30pm at The Methodist Church, Broad Street, Ludlow. Mon 6 March PSYCHIC SALLY Brand new and most jaw-dropping show yet. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £25, 01743 281281. Tues 7 March RAILWAYS BEFORE THE ROCKET A talk by Peter Brown. Bishop’s Castle Town Hall, 7.30pm, £5, 01588 630023. Tues 7, Tues 21 March & Tues 4 April BRECKNOCK DECORATIVE FINE ART SOCIETY 7 March - ‘Galle, Lalique and their Contemporary French Glassmakers, a talk by Mrs Diana Lloyd. 21 March - Day of Special Interest. Two talks about silver by Dr Timothy Schroder. 4 April - ‘Crisis of Brilliance’: Five Young Slade Artists & The Great War, a talk by Dr David Boyd Haycock. Theatr Brycheiniog, 2.30pm, 01874 625679. Sat 11 March MORTIMER HISTORY SOCIETY AGM, followed by a talk by Barbara Wright on the Mortimer Cartularies. Hereford Archive & Records Centre, Rotherwas, Hereford, 10am-1pm, all welcome. Tues 14 March MORTIMER HISTORY SOCIETY Open viewing of the Tudor period Heraldic Roll of the Coats of Arms of Ludlow Castle. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 12.30pm. Wed 15 March BROMYARD & DISTRICT LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETY ‘Milestones and Waymarkers’, a talk given by Jan Scrine BEM. Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, 7.30pm, members free, visitors £3. Wed 15 March LEOMINSTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY Clare Whichbold MBE will disclose the latest findings from the St John’s Walk Project. Grange Court, Leominster, 7.30pm, members free, visitors £3 on the door. Thurs 16 March FRIENDS SPRING LECTURE Canon Chris Pullin, ‘Ireland: Saints, Stones & the Sacred’. College Hall, Hereford Cathedral, 7pm, 01432 274783. Thurs 16 March WIGMORE & DISTRICT GARDENING CLUB ‘Irises: Some History, Some People, Some Plants’. A talk by Alun and Jill Whitehead. Wigmore Village Hall, 7.30pm, £2 non-members, all welcome, 07813 733240.

BLEDDFA CENTRE MARCH EVENTS The Gallery, shop and café

will re-open with Spring Exhibition on Fri 31 Mar 11:00 – 4:30

Friday 3 SILENCE and STILLNESS:

11:00 – 12:00 A unique opportunity to experience Just Being, led by Lee Moore. Donations.

Sat 4 MONTHLY MEDITATION SESSION

11:00 – 12:30 Open to beginners and experienced meditators, led by Peter Conradi and James O’Neill, a warm and welcoming regular event in Hall Barn. Donations.

Tue 7 and 21 BLEDDFA SEWING GROUP

10:30 welcomes new members to their friendly fortnightly session, stitching the history of Bleddfa together.

Sat 18 SINGING THE YEAR Vocal Harmony

Workshop with The Village Quire 2.00 – 4.30 For vocalists of all kinds, including those who learn by ear. £12 incl refreshments. Bring-and-share supper with Quire before concert later.

Sat 18 7:30pm BACK TO THE GARDEN

with The Village Quire. Concert with Phil Smith. A musical story of life and hope from the trenches of the Great War. Tickets £8 Under 16s £5. Combined ticket for workshop & concert £18.

Sat 25 A TOOLKIT FOR TOUGH TIMES

One day workshop with Lee Teresa Moore. 10:30 – 4:30 Learn to transcend difficulties and transform them for empowerment and growth. £50 incl. lunch (£45 if paid by 10 March)

Tue 28 LIFE DRAWING Popular sessions with a professional life model. 10:00 until 4:00, includes lunch (all dietary options catered for) and refreshments throughout the day. £35. Pre-booking essential. Fri 31 SPRING OPENING EXHIBITION

The Old School Gallery is opening with a diverse and vibrant selection from local artists. The Reading Room café and the shop will also be open. 11:00 – 4:30pm

LOOKING AHEAD – In APRIL Shonaleigh, the amazing storyteller, is returning to Bleddfa. Subscribe to our newsletter for updates.

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Thurs 23 March AN EVENING OF FOOTBALL LEGENDS RON ATKINSON AND BARRY FRY, PLUS ERIC HALL What goes on behind the scenes of a football club. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, £21, 01432 340555. Fri 24 March THE SIR JOHN LLOYD MEMORIAL LECTURE Rowan Williams on Brecon poet, Henry Vaughan. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7pm, 01874 611622.

Thurs 16 March LINES IN THE LANDSCAPE Land artist, Chris Drury is renowned for his site-specific, natural world sculpture. Professor Rod Bugg introduces the talk. Sidney Nolan Trust, The Rodd, Presteigne, 7pm, £5, 01544 260149, www.sidneynolantrust.org Fri 17 March CHARITY LUNCH In aid of Friends of Herefordshire Samaritans. Linda Bennett, founder of LK Bennett will be talking to Alexandra James from Broadfield Court. The Haywain, Lyde Arundel. The talk and Q & A starts at 11.30am, lunch at 1pm, £30, tickets from 01432 274800. Fri 17 March JOE SWIFT: A MAN ABOUT THE GARDEN TV presenter Joe Swift reveals his fascinating story from a rock ‘n’ roll youth to one of the country’s top garden designers. Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 7.45pm, 01686 614555. Fri 17 March ASH DYKES: SURVIVING MADAGASCAR Ash Dykes tells the story of how he came to take on his daring expeditions before recounting his latest adventure. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7.30pm, 01874 611622. Tues 21 March THE SOUTH SHROPSHIRE FURNITURE SCHEME A talk by James Cooper on which recycled used items, especially furniture, helps train locals in refurbishment and carpentry skills. Friends Meeting House, St Mary’s Lane, Ludlow, 7.30pm, 01568 770282. Tues 21 March GARWAY HERITAGE GROUP ‘Country Houses of Herefordshire’ by local historian David Whitehead. Tuesday, 21 March, 7.30 in Garway Village Hall. All welcome! Free entry for members, £4 for visitors to include refreshments. www.garwayheritagegroup.co.uk Wed 22 March SOUTH WEST SHROPSHIRE GARDENING CLUB ‘Practical Propagation’, a hands on session by John Millington. Lydbury North Village Hall, 7.30pm, members free, £5 including refreshments, 01588 680454.

Sat 25 March GARWAY HERITAGE GROUP ‘Local History Afternoon’. Examine old documents relating to Garway, Orcop, Pontrilas, Broad Oak, etc. Saturday, 25 March,12 n-5pm, free admission, refreshments available. www.garwayheritagegroup.co.uk Mon 27 March HEREFORD PALESTINE SOLIDARITY CAMPAIGN A film ‘The Occupation of the American Mind’ with an introduction by Betty Hunter, Q & A. St John’s Methodist Chapel, St Owen’s St, Hereford, 7.30pm. Wed 30 March WELLINGTON PARISH HISTORY SOCIETY ‘The Quaker, the Orphans and the Monkey’, a talk by Helen Bowden. Wellington Community Centre, 7.30pm, visitors £2.50, 01432 839109. Fri 31 March DESERT ISLAND PICKS: DEBORAH MOGGACH Novelist, screenwriter and lady penned ‘These Foolish Things’, the book that was made into ‘The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel’. Hosted by Jasper Fforde. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, 01497 821762. Tues 4 April DRAWINGS FROM THE BOATYARD Artist, Angela Harper, ASG/HCA will be talking about her work. Apple Store Gallery, Rockfield Rd, Hereford, 6.30pm, £5 to include wine/juice, 01432 263937. Tues 4 April REFUGEE SUPPORT Helen Richardson, resettlement manager for Herefordshire, shares her experiences. Cathedral Barn, Hereford Cathedral, 7pm, £5, 01432 374225.

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Workshops & Courses Thurs 2, 16 & 30 March PHILOSOPHY CAFE The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 7pm, 01407 821762. Thurs 2, 9 & 23 March MEET THE ROMANS A course led by Martin Thorpe. Ludlow Museum Resource Centre, 7/9 Parkway, 10.15am-1.15pm, £55 includes refreshments, 01743 258881. March & April HEREFORDSHIRE WEA COURSES 2 March - Henry Bull, physician, antiquarian and collector of plant specimens, with Dr Henry Connor. Hereford Museum Resource & Learning Centre, Friars St, Hereford, 10am-12pm, £8. 4 March - Study Day, China, past and present with David Law. Saxon Hall, Hoarwithy Rd, Hereford, 10am-4pm, £20. 6 March - The Medieval Book with Rosemary Firman, 10.30am-12.30pm. Hereford Cathedral Library, Place Yard, Hereford. 8 March - Study Visit of Arts and Crafts furniture in the Wilson Collection, from 10am, £10, 01531 636594. 9, 16, 23, 30 March, 6 & 13 April - Nature Watch in Herefordshire. Ledbury Baptist Church & Hall, 10.30am-12.30pm, £42, 01531 640860. 9 March - Women’s Clothing: style in the face of adversity with Ginn Downes, 10am-12pm, Hereford Museum Resource and Learning Centre, Friars St, Hereford, £8. 13 March - Reading the Past: An introduction to palaeography with Charlotte Berry, 10.30am-12.30pm. Hereford Cathedral Library, Place Yard, Hereford. 16 March - A Woman’s Work is Never Done: Ancient textiles, techniques and trade, 10am-12pm. Hereford Museum Resource and Learning Centre, Friars St, Hereford, £8. 23 March - Herefordshire’s Hoards: A look at recent treasure finds with Peter Reavill, 10am-12pm. Hereford Museum Resource and Learning Centre, Friars St, Hereford, £8. 25 March - Local Arts & Crafts Churches, with Tim Bridges. Coach will leave Market House, Ledbury at 9am. 29 March - Decorative Papers in Library and Archive Book bindings with Liz Bowerman, 10am-12pm. Herefordshire Archives & Record Centre, Rotherwas, Hereford. 5 April - Researching the History of Country Houses and their Landscapes with David Whitehead. HARC, Rotherwas, Hereford, 10am-12pm. 8 April - Study Day on Edward Elgar with Wendy Hill, 10.30-4pm, Ledbury Baptist Church and Church Hall, 01531 634333. 11 April - A Graceful

Retribution: Hereford’s Shirehall. HARC, Rotherwas, Hereford, 10am-12pm. 24 April - My Best Gown and Petticoat; a workshop led by Sylvia Pinches. HARC, Rotherwas, Hereford, 10am-12pm. Details www.wea. org.uk STORY SPACE - Storytelling Workshops and Creative Writing sessions; Coaching; CPD Training for Educators, and group or individual tuition in Tai Chi Movements for Wellbeing. The next open Storytelling Workshop is on March 18th 2017 at The Fold in Bransford. For more information see www.storyspace.co.uk or email info.storyspace@gmail.com 2nd & 4th Saturdays WELSH CHATTING GROUP CARAD, East St, Rhayader, 10.15am-11.45am, 01597 810741. Mondays STORY CORNER AT THE COURTYARD For ages 4 years and under. The Courtyard, Hereford, 10.15am-11am, £4 per session, £1 per extra child, 01432 340555. Mondays WRITING FOR THE STAGE The Courtyard, Hereford, 10.30am-12.30pm, £70 per term, 01432 340555. Every Tues READING ROOM The Courtyard, Hereford, 10.30am-12.30pm, £52 per term, 01432 340555. First Wednesday of the month POETRY CAFE, Charlton Arms, Ludlow, 7.30pm, 01584 872813. 2nd Wed of each month MID WALES WRITERS GROUP An informal writers’ group for wordsmiths of all kinds. Wyeside Arts Centre, Builth Wells, 7.30pm, £2.50, 01982 552555. Every 3rd Thursday PLAY READING Led by Simon and Paul of Rooftop Theatre. All scripts provided. The Sitting Room, Ludlow, 7.30pm, email paul@rooftoptheatre.co.uk 4th Thurs of each month HAY-ON-WYE AMNESTY GROUP The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 7-8pm, 01497 821153. International Poetry Writers’ Collective: Abergavenny 01873 856350 Leominster Writers' Circle, Leominster Community Centre, 01568 610451. Mid-Border Arts Writers’ Circle, Presteigne 3rd Tues, Assembly Rooms, 7.30pm. 01544 260255 Tenbury Writers’ Group 2nd Tues, 7:30pm. The Kings Head, Cross St. 07400 084794. Border Poets 01547 530380.

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Saturday 8th - Sunday 23 April Exhibition of 18 outstanding ceramicists and sculptors Also open our superb CAFÉ! who are connected to the Marches, including Stephen The Bookery, Manor Farm, Brampton Bryan, Cox RA, Phil Rogers and Ken Eastman. EASTER EVENT Bucknell, SY7 0DH Off A4113 Knighton Road. Saturday 15th April 10am-5pm. Free entry Tel: 01547 530744 OPEN EVERY DAY aardvaark@btconnect.com www.aardvark-books.com Live Music, Free Childrens Easter Crafts, Plants and Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm much more from the Cottage Herbery, and chocolate, chocolate, chocolate. Specialist in art, design, photography, history, gardening

grass roots Green Events Sat 11 March SPRING SALE Vintage, collectables, jumble, refreshments. Presteigne Assembly Rooms, 10am-3pm, £1 entry in aid of Shelter & Help Refugees. Sat 11 March LLANDRINDOD REPAIR CAFE 2-5 pm, at CELF, corner of Tremont Road / Trefonnen Lane, LD15EB. Save money, reduce landfill and get your broken stuff fixed for free: any portable household goods. Free entry and refreshments, donations welcome. Freegle table. Always 2nd Saturday of the month http://www.transitionllandrindod.org.uk/projects/repair-cafe Sun 19 March MINIBEAST ROAD SHOW Part of British Science Week. Explore the wildlife at our feet, in ponds and soil with Peter Carty and Rob Rowe. Suitable for accompanied childrend from 5 - 85! Bishop’s Castle Town Hall, 2-5pm, free. Wed 22 March VISIT TO LITTLE MALVERN COURT & GARDENS Wigmore & District Garden Club garden visit. Meet at Wigmore VH, 1.30pm, sharing cars, all welcome, please book, 07813 733240. March KNIGHTON TREE ALLOTMENTS TRUST KTAT manages woodlands for the benefit of wildlife and our members. In coming together to share and learn woodland skills, we aim to manage woodland sustainably and to allow our members access to affordable woodland products - such as firewood and timber. 2, 12 & 16 – 9.15am–2.30pm Coppicing trees in Beggar’s Bush, cutting firewood and helping this young woodland develop into a vibrant home for wildlife. 26 & 30 - 9.15am-2.30pm, Woodland workdays: either coppicing trees in Beggar’s Bush or cutting logs in Llangunllo. For more information please contact Gary Cowell garydkcowell@yahoo.co.uk 01547 520374. March SHROPSHIRE HILLS DISCOVERY CENTRE 5 March - Growing day. Become a master composter, 10a,-3pm. 5 March - Growing 3 Ways, seed growing, 11am-12pm, £2.50 per child. 5 March - Framing Nature natural treasures, 1pm-2.30pm, £3.50 per child. 11 March

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- Onny Explorers, Wild About Wolves, 11am-12pm for 7-11year olds, £3. 11 March Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross-Cutting, 9.30am-4pm, bring your chainsaw, £65. 25 March - Discovery Club, Come Rain or Shine, 11am12pm, for 3-7 year olds, £2.50. Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, Craven Arms, 01588 676060. March HEREFORDSHIRE WILDLIFE TRUST 2 March - Wildlife in the Falkland Islands, a talk by Rober Beck. Christ Church Hall, Ross on Wye, 7.30pm, £2, £3 non-members. 4 March - Pruning Fruit Trees Course. Bodenham Lake Nature Reserve, 10am-4pm, £60. 11 March - Bromyard Down Project: Project Exhibition Launch , Bromyard Local History Centre, 11am-1pm. 28 March - Tales from the Serbian Mountain, a talk by Rob MacCurrah. Kington Primary School, 7.30pm, £1, £2 non-members. 30 March - Paradise Found, a talk by Mark Duffell. Aymestrey Village Hall, 7.30pm, £1 members, £1.50 non-members. Full details call 01432 356872. 1st Sunday of every month until November 2017 KEEP BRECON TIDY Litter picking. Meet 10am at Watergate Car Park. Sun 2 April KINGTON FLEAMARKET Book now. kingtonfleamarket.co.uk April HELLENS MANOR WORKSHOPS 4 April - Greenery Workshop. Designing a foliage bouquet, accessories and table centre, all day course. £175 including light lunch. 5 April - The Natural Cascade, 10am-4pm, £175 including light lunch. 26 - 28 April - The Floral Escape, 3 day floral design course. All courses presented and run by Sabine Darrall. Further details, www.sabinedarrall.co.uk The Haywain Barn, Hellens, Much Marcle. GREEN-WOOD CHAIR MAKING COURSES IN PRESTEIGNE Redwood Valley Cabin and Yurts is the fabulous setting for these woodland-based courses in the ancient craft of chair making. Under the tutelage of green-wood craftsman Ben Willis, you’ll learn how to make a beautiful piece of furniture from freshly harvested timber. Courses run at various times throughout the year. Visit www.benwillis-woodcraft. co.uk/courses/woods or call Ben on 07976 287797 for further details.

Local Environmental Groups Knighton Tree Allotments Trust (KTAT): Weekly workdays for woodland conservation volunteers. Contact: Gary Cowell 01547 520374 garydkcowell@yahoo.co.uk www. tveg.org.uk/wordpress/what-we-do/woodland-project Presteigne Freegle (formerly Presteigne Freecycle) Terry Wells 07766 097600 www.freegle.in/presteigne Transition in Hay-on-Wye, Stephen Ainsleigh Rice, 01497 820332 and tthayonwye@googlemail.com Hereford Christian Ecology Group, meets occasionally for talks and outings. 01432 279740. Green Party Forum meets every 3rd Wed at The Falcon Hotel, (bar), Bromyard, 7.30pm. Herefordshire Wildlife Trust, www.herefordshirewt.org enquiries@herefordshirewt.co.uk 01432 365872. Transition Ledbury Paul/Beverley Kinnaird 01531 634788 or transitionledbury@googlemail.com. Transition Leominster, Regular meetings, contact Ann Ashley, 01885 420473 or Anne Adams, 01568 780886. Knucklas Castle Community Land Project (KCCLP), secretary Jamie Richie, 01547 520263, www.knucklascastle.org.uk, info@knucklascastle.org.uk Hereford Carbon Rationing Action Group www.carbonrationing.org.uk - Vey Straker - T: 01432 840955 - M: 07961 125470 - vey.straker@virgin.net Kington Local Environment & Energy Network (KLEEN) meets regularly 2nd Thursday of every month, 7.30pm, The Oxford Arms, Kington. Planning local action, supporting initiatives, open to all. Contact kleen@momentary-lapse.co.uk Teme Valley Environment Group - Anne-Mary Davies 01547 528833 Will O’Leary - 01547 528792 amdskyborry@hotmail.com www.tveg.org.uk Transition Presteigne meets first Thurs of every month, (except Jan, April & Aug), Radnorshire Arms, Presteigne, 7.30pm, 01544 267768 or email transitionpresteigne@gmail.com

Ludlow LA 21 - David Currant - 01584 875501 davidcurrant@phonecoop.coop, www.ludlow21.org.uk Shrews. Friends of the Earth - http://www.shrewsfoe.org. uk- Frank Oldaker 01743 260971 frankoldaker@yahoo.co.uk Herefordshire Friends of the Earth - Melodie Winch, 01432 850647, melodie4foe@gmail.com or find us through Friends of the Earth (UK). Lightfoot Enterprises - c/o 2 Church Street, Bishop’s Castle SY9 5AA. info@lightfoot.org.uk www.lightfoot.org.uk Marches Meadow Group promotes management, conservation and restoration of species-rich meadows. Richard Small 01743 791476. mmgmembership@gmail.com www.stiperstonesandcorndon.co.uk/meadow-1/ Herefordshire Action for Mammals (HAM) Dave Smith, 7 Primrose Close, Hereford, HR2 7QX. 01432 266937 davetreesmith@aol.com https://sites.google.com/site/herefordshiremammals/ Abergavenny & Crickhowell Friends of the Earth www.monmouthshiregreenweb.co.uk - Barry Greenwood 01873 852245, bgreenwood@ntlworld.com LLES – Llanidloes Energy Solutions - www.lles.co.uk Diana Berriman - 01686 411128 - office@lles.co.uk Brilley Mountain Eco - (Brilley and Michaelchurch Environment Group) - Peter Davies, 01497 831376, peterandgilldavies@hotmail.com Transition Llandrindod - secretary@transitionllandrindod. org.uk, www.transitionllandrindod.org.uk Golden Valley Environment Group - Vanessa Hembling, 01981 550377, golden_valley@mail.com, www.goldenvalleyenvironmentgroup.org.uk Radnorshire Wildlife Trust - 01597 823298, info@rwtwales.org, www.rwtwales.org Presteigne Freecycle for Presteigne and surrounding area, groups.yahoo.com/group/presteignefreecycle. For other areas www.freecycle.org Upper Onny Wildlife Group. Meetings at The Crown Inn, Wentnor, Bishop’s Castle. Richard.keymer@yahoo.co.uk

GLASBURY ARTS Gwernyfed High School and Glasbury Village Hall, Saturday, April 1, 2017 Sonia Sabri Dance Company presents Salaam at 7.30pm at Gwernyfed High School Dance workshop at Glasbury Village Hall from 2.30pm Salaam, meaning ‘peace’, is Sonia Sabri Company’s latest stunning dance creation. This programme cleverly weaves a dialogue between live music and Kathak dance based on Hindu culture, celebrating harmony, inner stillness and the simple bliss of being alive together with the exciting music and dance. Ticket prices Performance: £10 full price, £8 concessions (unwaged, students, over-60s) Workshop, £12, £10 Concessions. Combined workshop and performance ticket, £20, £16 concessions. Members discount applies.

Tickets: by telephone on 0333 666 3366 or online at: www.glasburyarts.co.uk Supported by the Night Out scheme and Hereford and Brecon Windows

complementary therapies Disclaimer. We would like to emphasise that these listings relate to COMPLEMENTARY medicine practitioners. Broad Sheep does not endorse any of the practitioners or healing methods listed. We provide no recommendation and take no responsibility for their content. A GENTLE SOFT TISSUE BODYWORK (fascial adjustment). A non-invasive technique re-balances and stablizes the body, suitable for: adults, children and babies. Addresses any number of pre-existing complaints. Contact Sarah Birchall VHT Practitioner sarahbirchall@btinternet.com 01981 500628. www.vhtworld.co.uk/members VHT is a holistic modality. ACCREDITED COUNSELLOR REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST AND CLINICAL SUPERVISOR, offers supportive, non-judgemental, face-to-face, skype and telephone sessions to individuals, couples and groups. Richard Lewis MSc Integrative Psychotherapy, Post-Grad Dips Consultative Supervision and Children and Young People. BACP Sen. Accred., UKCP Reg. 01547 510360. A is for ACUPUNCTURE with Joanna Bruce RGN, B.Ac, M.B.Ac.C. Traditional Acupuncture for pain management, acute and/or chronic health problems. Phone for free initial discussion on 01568 709142. Stoneleigh, Kingsland, HR6 9QS. registered and insured with the British Acupuncture Council since 1986. ACUPUNCTURE. Sandy Sandaver Lic Ac MBAcC. I practice an integrated style of acupuncture using 5 element and TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) and am a member of the British Acupuncture Council. I also carry out home visits. Hay Acupuncture Clinic, Rose Cottage, Cusop Dingle, Hay-On-Wye 01497 821625/07980 596218 sandysandaver@onetel.com or www.hayacupunctureclinic.co.uk ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE lessons in Leominster. Ian Lyon MA PhD MSTAT. www.atinmarches.com ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE in Hereford. Individual lessons and small groups with Ann Rowan MSTAT. BA. ARCM, 01432 279536. ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE in Leominster HR6 8QJ. Individual lessons with Janet Jameson MSTAT. 01568 613467. ALLERGY &/OR FOOD INTOLERANCES? Find out the complete picture by having a blood test to help you make the best choices for your health. Enquiries: 01568 709142. ARE YOU LOOKING TO HEAL AT A DEEP LEVEL? Would you like to move forward in your life, or improve your health and wellbeing, or release your creative and spiritual nature? I offer a wide approach to help you discover your inner healing potential. I am an experienced and fully qualified practitioner in Bowen Therapy, Alexander Technique, Healing Treatments, Chi Gong Movement - and much more! For enquiries or Free Assessment (20 mins) please phone Hilary Foxwell 01584 819010. AROMATHERAPY MASSAGE, REFLEXOLOGY, INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE AN OTHER THERAPIES AVAILABLE IN LEOMINSTER. Humphrey Clement Bsc. MFHT offers an holistic personal approach using organically sourced products where possible. On-site Chair Massage is available for groups or in the workplace. To enhance your mental or physical wellbeing call 07702 038 063 for a consultation or email healing.Humphrey Clement BSc (hons) MFHT AROMATHERAPY & REFLEXOLOGY BASED IN LUDLOW. Aromatherapy is the use of essential oils extracted from plants, which may have a number of properties, that may when used help improve overall emotional health. Reflexology can be a wonderfully relaxing treatment on either the hands or feet that in turn may help relieving everyday tension. Both treatments may aid you in your overall improve sense of well being. Contact Emily Baker BA Hons, MIFPA, MAR, and CNHC registered, www.emilyjbaker.com, on 01584 529053 or 07775 652993.

AUTISM & HOMEOPATHY MIKE ANDREWS DSH RSHom, author of Homeopathy & Autism Spectrum Disorder a guide for practitioners and families (Singing Dragon 2014). In practice since 1990, qualified CEASE therapist. Autism is the challenge of our times; my goal is to bring the benefits of homeopathy to your child. Clinic nr Ludlow SY7 or via Skype. For a FREE 15 minute chat call 01588 660793 or mike@ mikeandrewshomeopathy.co.uk BACH FLOWER THERAPY AND REIKI Jane McDonnell, Registered practitioner. Bach Flower remedies are safe, gentle and effective at helping to relieve anxiety, stress, restore balance and well being. Reiki is a hands-on healing technique for stress/pain reduction and relaxation which also promotes healing. To discuss your needs or make an appointment please phone 07866495654 or email mcdonnell.jane@virgin.net BOWEN TECHNIQUE Bowen is a holistic, non invasive therapy consisting of gentle moves over soft tissue and muscles, interspersed with periods of rest. Suitable for adults and children. Working from clinics in Bishopâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Castle and Church Stretton. Home visits available. Contact ROB ROWE MBTPA tel: 01588 630648, email rob@robrowe.co.uk or learn more at www.bowentherapy.org.uk COGNITIVE BEHAVIOUR THERAPY for depression, anxiety, panic, stress, OCD, relationship problems and more! Couple counselling, relationship counselling and individual counselling for most issues. Sessions held in the Presteigne area, Leominster and Hereford. Contact Gail Venables on 01544 350384 or see www.cbtgail.co.uk. MBACP (Accred). CHILD & ADOLESCENT PSYCHOTHERAPY Specialist in treating & assessing children & young people with mental health or behavioural issues or dealing with distressing situations. I also offer support to parents, carers and adopters (providing them with a space to think separately about their children) or work with parents/carers and children together. I am also able to help mothers and babies with attachment issues. I can provide supervision to other therapists, consultations and training to professionals. I can provide services at the Family Place in Hayon-Wye and Hereford, I can provide services throughout the area. ACP accredited. ValĂŠrie Mortin BSc. 07961 885646 or Email: vivalavie@yahoo.com CHILD AND ADOLESCENT MENTAL HEALTH - I offer a range of interventions for children, young people and their families/carers struggling with emotional issues. I have fifteen years of experience working at a senior level for a NHS Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service and offer families and young people a confidential space in which they can explore the issues that are troubling them. I provide a range of evidence based interventions to address problems such as depression, anxiety and OCD as well as self harm, low self esteem and self confidence. I also specialize in eating disorder therapy and I am registered as a Master Practitioner with the National Centre for Eating Disorders. I offer supervision, consultation and training for other professionals working within this area of mental health. Ruth Sandeman. Bsc,Hons Mental Health, Dip HE, RMN, Specialist Childrens Nurse, Master Practitioner Eating Disorders (NCFED), registered with NMC. Contact - ruthsandeman99@gmail.com / 07803 354081. COGNITIVE BEHAVIOUR THERAPY (CBT), COUNSELLING AND COUPLE COUNSELLING Hello! CBT can work well for depression, anxiety, panic, OCD, anger, phobias, self-harm, eating disorders, low self-esteem and more. I also offer counselling for most issues, including sexuality,

bereavement and past sexual abuse. Couple counselling is available and counselling for those who have problems concerning self-esteem, relationships or lack of them. Contact Gail Venables MBACP (Accred) on 01544 350384 or www.cbtgail.co.uk for sessions in Leominster and New Radnor (Powys). COUNSELLING & MINDFULNESS COACHING with Matthew Ward MBACP, Accredited Mindfulness Trainer. I provide a safe and confidential counselling service to explore the challenges that life can bring such as loss and anxiety. I also offer individual mindfulness coaching and run regular courses locally. 01568 708836 or 07982 466224 marchesmindfulness.co.uk COUNSELLING IN LUDLOW area. Talk in complete confidence, with warmth and without judgement, with Julia Walling BA(Hons), PGCE, Dip.EH.P.NLP (BHR), MAC. In private practice for 25 years, I am trained in a wide variety of therapies and combine them to meet your needs. Clients consistently report improvements in wellbeing within a few sessions. Panic/anxiety specialist. Short and long term for individuals, couples and families. 01584 874636 07796 596451 julia.walling@btinternet.com and www.juliawalling.co.uk CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY with Jess Pailthorpe RCST. Safe, effective, light-touch treatments to help you heal & repair. Muscle/joint problems, stress, anxiety, fatigue, trauma….Clinics in Leominster Osteopaths and Kingsland. Phone for more info: 07981 866 667 / www.touchtreetherapy.co.uk EMOTIONAL THERAPY: Anne Cummings MFETC (Adv Dip) offers this safe, effective therapy to help adults and children heal their spiritual wounds and fulfil their personal potential. If you have difficulty relating to others, or have troublesome emotions call Anne on 01547 530977. Specialist knowledge and experience of working with sufferers of panic attacks, anger, stress, bullying, low self-esteem, bereavement/ loss, anxiety and attachment issues. Centres in Powys/south Shropshire. See also www.thewritetofeel.com for forthcoming workshops and talks. GUIDED IMAGERY & MUSIC - a music-centred form of integrative therapy that helps us to understand life issues from a holistic perspective. Hilary Storer is a qualified Music Therapist, registered with the HCPC. For more information & an introductory session contact 07904 750383 / musicandimagerytherapy@gmail.com. HEALING in Bishops Castle. Soul Healing can help you create Positive Change by removing energy blockages which may be causing physical, emotional or spiritual difficulties. Contact Philomena Houlihan-Wood B.A. (Dublin), Cert. E.S.H., Dip. Counselling (Wales). Tel: 01588 638242. Email: philomena@soul-healing.net. Web: www.soul-healing.net HEREFORD HOMEOPATH Juliet Ablett RHom, MARH, MNCHM. Experienced practitioner works with you as an individual, listening without judgement; working with whatever symptoms or issues you have. Natural, effective treatment suitable for all ages. I am very happy to chat with you on the phone about what treatment you are looking for before you commit to an appointment. Weekly clinics at Hereford Centre for Natural Health and Philip Weeks’ clinic. Juliet Ablett www.julietablett.co.uk julietablett@rocketmail.com 01981 241456 HOMEOPATHY : My name is Shayna, I have worked as a registered nurse for 23 years and am now a registered Homeopath. I work in the Newtown and Montgomery area but am happy to do home visits should you prefer and I am also in Shrewsbury once a week at Neals Yard Remedies. Following a consultation to determine your unique ailments, be they physical, mental or emotional, I will carefully select a remedy to match your specific disease. The remedy prescribed will help to stimulate your body’s natural ability to heal itself. I am very approachable, have great integrity with my patients health at heart and always welcome any interest whether to ask questions or simply to book an appointment. Please contact Shayna Cashmore RN LicWSH RSHom. 07528 774 032.

HOLISTIC MASSAGE THERAPIST, ELLY INGRAM MTI A holistic massage is a tailored treatment for your individual needs, whether they be physical aches and pains or for emotional needs such as stress, mental well-being or just some time out to treat yourself. Available in Kington at Room 2, The Old Police Station, Market Hall, St, Kington, HR5 3DP. 077927 43894 www.ellyingram.co.uk HOMOEOPATHY Sandy Underhill RSHom. Homoeopathy is a system of medicine which involves treating the individual with highly diluted substances, given mainly in tablet form, with the aim of triggering the body’s natural system of healing. Based on their individual symptoms, the homeopath will match the most appropriate medicine to each patient. Clinics in Llandrindod Wells, Kington and Presteigne. 01597 851021. LEOMINSTER NATURAL HEALTH CENTRE: Qualified therapists offer acupuncture, structural re-alignment, medical herbal medicine, remedial and holistic massage, reflexology, aromatherapy, reiki, psychotherapy, cognitive behaviour and couple counselling, hypnotherapy, health kinesiology, nutrition at the Leominster Natural Health Centre, Community Centre, Leominster, 01568 616411, www.leominstercommunitycentre.com. MARIE HUDSON. Yoga classes in Presteigne and Titley. One-to-one tuition available for individual needs. Registered Association for Yoga Studies practitioner. Registered with Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council for Yoga Therapy. 01544 260352. MASSAGE THERAPY WITH MARIAN HARDIMAN (MTI, CNHC, MLDUK). Remedial, Sports, Holistic, Indian Head Massage. Organic Facial and Manual Lymph Drainage. Clinics in Presteigne (The Retreat) and Llandrindod Wells (Rock Park) or at your workplace or event. Contact: marian@silvanmassage.com, www.silvanmassage.com, 07816 981454. MASSAGE THERAPY Injuries, stress, relaxation. Claire Williams I.T.E.C. / N.I.M. 01544 267172. Clinics in Presteigne, Ludlow and Hereford. PHYSIOTHERAPY, CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY, REFLEXOLOGY & YOGA with Hermione Evans, Chartered Physiotherapist at Radnor Physiotherapy. For all back and neck pain, headaches, sports injuries, RSI, stress related illness and more. To discuss your needs or to make an appointment, please phone 01544 350691 or email contact@radnorphysiotherapy.co.uk or view www.radnorphysiotherapy.co.uk PRESTEIGNE NATURAL HEALTH CENTRE Offers a wide range of Natural therapies including: Osteopathy, Chiropody, Acupuncture, Remedial & Swedish massage, Reiki, Homeopathy, Emmett Technique, Kinesiology, Reflexology, Bowen Technique, Counselling, Cranio Sacral Therapy. Visit our website www. presteignenhc.com or facebook page. To make an appointment, 01544 267532, email pnhc2014@gmail.com REIKI THERAPIST, COUNSELLOR AND HYPNOTHERAPIST, KAY FLETCHER BA Hons, FdSc Counselling, BACP Associate Member, at Cariad Naturally. I work with children and adults using natural holistic techniques to nurture mind and body. With Reiki I offer a natural, safe and gentle, non-intrusive, hands on healing technique, which is also wonderfully relaxing. Through counselling I provide a caring and supportive space for you to talk about and explore your feelings, moods, emotions, relationships and anxieties. I use Hypnotherapy to help with a wide range of issues including addictions and weight loss. For a friendly chat about how I may be able to help you, contact me on 01547 540899, kay@cariadnaturally.co.uk

YOGA IN PRESTEIGNE New location

Group classes and individual tuition Stapleton Yoga Studio Marie Hudson 01544 260352

www.theyogapractice.org.uk

RELAX & RECHARGE MINDFULNESS MEDITATION Are you a caring person who has an overwhelming need to help others but you are fed up of feeling overwhelmed, stressed and tired all the time and like you’re running on empty but can’t stop? Afraid of BURN OUT because you have nothing in reserve anymore and powerless to change anything? Then you are invited to come along to weekly meetings where I will be your guide: Tuesdays from 7pm to 8pm £10; And/or monthly, Second Monday each month 10am to 1pm, £30. You will then: understand why Self Care is a necessity, not a luxury; find yourself surrounded by people just like you who also care deeply and need to take better care of themselves first and together you’ll feel more supported, increase your energy, inner peace and well-being and feel more like yourself again and give yourself permission to relax, recharge and reflect. Sound good? Contact me: 01568 709194/07792 256 451 or email: karenrobinson67@live.co.uk. www.karenrobinson.com SELF CARE FOR CARING PEOPLE SPIRITUAL HEALER Naturally gifted in releasing emotional grief in present and past lives. 26 years professional experience with physical and mental health. Private healing sessions and talks given. Gillian Williamson, MNFSH. Field House, Kinnerton. 01547 560874. REFLEXOLOGY &/OR MASSAGE Combination treatments available. Reflexology helps to identify and restore energy to imbalances and health issues helping the body to heal itself, helps regulate sleep and eating habits. - Jo Davies ITEC 01544 267100 or 07876796885. Clinic in Presteigne, home visits considered. SIAM SMILE TRADITIONAL THAI MASSAGE BY (GAN) JANYARAK MORRIS. Stressed out? Neck and shoulders tension from too much time on computer? Low back pain? Or just want to pamper yourself? I can help! I am qualified in Traditional Thai Massage, Reflexology-Foot Massage, Facial Massage and Aromatherapy. Certificates recognized by the Ministry of Education in Thailand. Ground Floor, 3 Broad Street, Knighton LD7 1BL. Tel: 07538 572123 or (eve) 01547 550249 www.siamsmilettm.webs.com SPIRITUAL MEDIUM AND PSYCHIC ARTIST - Emily Baker, clairvoyant, clairsentient, and clairaudient, spiritual art, offering individual or party bookings. For more information go to www.emilyjbaker.com, call Ludlow 01584 529053 or 07775 652993.

Workshops

WORKSHOP LISTINGS - Single listings are free. Year round, ongoing workshops will cost £40 per year for inclusion in the magazine and website. Sat 11 March FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLBEING INFORMATION DAY Find out about a wide range of local sports, leisure activities and therapies. Bishop’s Castle Town Hall, 10am-4pm, 01588 630023. Fri 17 - Sun 19 March MATTHEW TRUSTMAN SPRING SOUL HUSBANDRY THIS SPRINGTIME Residential retreat provides a marker in the cycle of the year, an opportunity to explore signposts and gateways leading towards reconnecting with a deeper sense of self. Hill Cottage Retreat Centre, Rhos-y-meirch, Knighton, Powys, LD7 1PD, 01547 520044. Sat 18 March PAST LIFE REGRESSION DEMONSTRATION With Amanda Rachel. Presteigne Natural Health Centre, 2-5pm, £5, 07876 796885 or email pnhc2014@gmail.com

Sat 25 March TOOLKIT FOR TOUGH TIMES Led by Lee Moore, this introductory workshop at Bleddfa Centre, provides new tools enabling you to claim your True Power; transcend life’s difficulties and transform them into gifts for empowerment and growth. £50 includes lunch. Early Bird Discount: £45 if payment made before 10th March. To book: 01547 550377 Email hello@bleddfacentre.org

March BLEDDFA CENTRE WORKSHOPS Fri 3 March - Silence and Stillness, led by Lee Moore, 11am12pm, donations. Sat 4 March - Meditation Session, open to beginners and experienced, led by Peter Conradi and James O’Neill, 11am - 12.30pm, donations. Sat 25 March - A Toolkit for Tough Times. A workshop with Lee Teresa Moore. Learn to transcend difficulties and transform them for empowerment and growth, 10.30am-4.30pm, £35 includes lunch, booking essential. The Bleddfa Centre, near Knighton, 01547 550377. HEDGEROW MEDICINE, KITCHEN PHARMACY: Herbal Medicine Making Courses with Rowan McOnegal, Medical Herbalist. Practical weekend courses which explore identifying, growing, harvesting, drying, storing and using herbs. Covers the basic principles of herbal medicine, and making and using teas, tinctures, infused oils, ointments, creams, syrups, inhalations and baths. www.rowanmconegal.co.uk or 01531 670075. EVENTS IN THE YURT BUILTH ROAD, 17 RAILWAY TERRACE, LD2 3RH Meditation 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month 7.30-9pm A guided meditation evening drawing on many different traditions. No experience necessary. Drum and song circle 1st Friday of the month 7.30-9.30pm Bring drums, rattles, songs, no experience necessary. Shamanic Practice Group 4th Wednesday of the month 7.30-9.30pm journeying for guidance, wisdom and healing for self and others. Women’s Circle with Philippa Hedger 4th Sunday of the month 4.30-6.30pm Calling women of all ages to gather for support, love and wisdom sharing. All our groups are held in sacred space. Cost is £10 (concessions available) for further info clivephilippa@hotmail. com 01982 552535 / 07905 743272.

Monday mornings YOGA LESSONS Bleddfa Centre, near Knighton, 01547 550377.

Mondays YOGA With Lisa Arundale, 5.15-6.15pm. CARAD, East St, Rhayader, 01686 413608.