BROAD SHEEP - August 2023

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august 2023

What’s On - Herefordshire & The Marches

Contents

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Hugh’s bit

Art

Art workshops

Cinema

Dance

Food

Music

Music workshops

Tour De Chance

T’S mid summer and, despite the fact it’s pissing with rain today, we are in the middle of a month of British sports fever. At Silverstone a rather grumpy young Dutchman drives round and round in circles pursued by a rather jolly young Brit and an older rather unhappy multiple world champion who both insist they will catch the Dutchman who has won every race this year once they get a few new upgrades on their car (dream on boys). Meanwhile at Wimbledon with occasional breaks for rain and strawberries lots of tough gals with unpronounceable East European names fire balls at each other while in the boys corner Djokovic (the unvaccinated Serbian whose name we have learnt to pronounce) looks to be cruising to another title. Meanwhile, England are probably heading for another defeat in the worlds third most boring game (I’m talking to you Golf and Formula One). The only interesting moment came when a Just Stop Oil protester ran onto the pitch let of his orange paint bomb and was then politely carried off by the wicketkeeper.

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But pay no attention to these shenanigans because next door in the land of soft cheese the real action is under way and as usual it’s a corker. Fuelled only by fizzy drinks and energy bars 160 cyclists are racing 200kms every day at sometimes at over 40 mph all round France uphill and downhill for 3 weeks. It’s a pretty unbelievable feat of endurance and thanks to a bevy of cameramen on the back of motorbikes you can follow all the action in close up. I know when you actually watch bike racing, i.e. the Tour of Britain, from the side of the road it is pretty uninspiring. Hang around for an hour waiting – loads of police motorbikes go past – the cycle race goes past at 30mph it takes maybe 10 seconds – a hundred support vehicles drive past – you go home. But watch it unfold over 3 weeks on the telly and it is fantastic. The tactics of the 22 teams of eight riders each is like a complicated chess game. The downhills and sprints are dangerous and thrilling the mountain accents painful and nail biting and the scenery is stunning. The beginning of this year’s race in the Basque country was extraordinary. Identical British twins the Yates brothers (for many years the bridesmaids but never the bride) rode away from the field came home first and second. As I write this a young Dane and an even younger Slovenian are grappling for dominance on The Grand Colombier a 17 kilometre, steep mountain road in the Jura.

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However, one or two other things have come up during my extended Tour de France, 3 week, afternoon, couch surfing extravaganza. As the Tour is on ITV 4 it means every quarter of an hour we get the adverts and at this time in the afternoon these are mostly for animal charities of one kind or another and also for charity lotteries. Who knew there were so many charity lotteries? RBL Poppy, Age UK, National Autistic Society, World Animal Protection, Fire Fighters, Oxfam, Melanoma UK etc. etc. I am well aware from standing in the queue at SPAR that people are pretty keen on the big ones – Euro Millions, National Lottery, Thunderball etc. and

although I never buy a ticket I do sometimes idly wonder what life might be like if I won EuroMillions. With that in mind I thought I might check the odds, just in case. The odds on me winning the jackpot are… wait for it… 1 in 139 million. National Lottery 1 in 45 million.

A web site called Save the Student helpfully tells me that by comparison: The chances of becoming an Astronaut are 1 in 12 million. Struck by lightning 1 in 1 million. Becoming an Olympic Athlete 1 in 500 thousand. Repaying one’s student loan 1 in 6.

So with all this in mind I am delighted to announce the Broad Sheep Lottery and I am going to give it a sporty feel by linking it to next years Tour De France. I think it’s high time I entered this famous race. Despite the fact I am twice as old as the oldest entrant I intend to work hard on getting into tip top shape. For the whole of this next year I will only use my electric motor on the way back from the shops and I will try and stick to 12.5 % wines.

You lot send me £10 each for a ticket. If I win next years Tour I will share my winnings (Euros 500,000) 50/50 with the winning ticket. There are 176 riders in the Tour and I am not quite clear on how you calculate odds but I figure I have a 1 in 176 chance of winning and compared to 1 in 139 million that’s no contest.

Pete acknowledges his fans after the 2024 Tour de France

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hugh’s bit

OKE up this morning... ” No, not another 12 bar blues! – I’m half-woken by a phone ringing in my dream. Do you get that, phones ringing in your dreams?

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Somebody is calling to ask if I could use some birch bark... 4 tons of it…. Wha? I struggle for the name of someone up near Welshpool who deals in niche forestry products. But before I can supply his name the dream caller has hung up. I’m in a welter of anxiety now. Then a postman knocks with a package containing a block of wood which I have to sign for. I flounder up to the surface world again, I shake my head and scrape the hair out of my eyes. Water gurgles in my ears. Am I now awake? What does all this mean? Since I’m having the usual trouble with the blank white page maybe the lump of wood is a writer’s block? Should I therefore start a log book? .... take leaves out of someone else’s book, borrowed from a branch library? Dreams can be based on sad puns; and then I remember an article I was reading the night before about native Americans writing on birch bark, and children too before digital media stole their birthright, and paper is after all made of wood, including these pages. Those jumbled thoughts probably started this dawn chaos, but then more coherent thoughts arrived..... about introverted indoor art sampling the great outdoors, open air music, Magritte and the difference between words and the thing itself.

If someone wrote poetry on the white trunks of a local birch grove, how would that be? My partner says this is an insult to the tree or at least an insult to the way we think about trees, to our lying Arcadian mind-set. It would snap me out of my idyll, my wilderness dream. Could anyone ever come up with anything good enough to justify dislocating the non-verbal experience of walking through a wood?

Perhaps if you found The Wandering Spectre’s song, by anon, a whispering immortal voice articulated by the breeze, incised unadvertised on the trunk of a tree, how would that be?

“Wae’s me! wae’s me! The acorn’s not yet Fallen from the tree, That’s to grow the wood, That’s to make the cradle, That’s to rock the bairn, That’s to grow the man That’s to speak the words That’s to lay me”

It would have to be that good.

Or it might be the words of Simon Armitage carved for all time or at least a woefully long posterity into the granite rocks by the side of the Pennine Way. How arrogant is that? You’ve climbed all the way up there to have a fresh-air, unmade, wordless, wilderness experience

Simon Armitage poem

How about a roadside farm sign with “BewAre the JaBBerWock, mY zOn!” daubed on a piece of battered plywood in dripping bituminous paint or as I have seen somewhere truly forgettable, twee little aphorettes on laminated cards on low-hanging branches in a woodland glade: “Less is more” “Save the unicorns” “Believe in your Selfie”. How about something more meaty? “Do not bite at the bait of pleasure until you know there is no hook beneath it.” (Thomas Jefferson).

- nothing but the sky and the hills - and there’s this urban dilettante wittering on. A blot on the mental landscape as large as a satanic mill. His selfie with God? He’s definitely not the person to speak the words to lay my ghost. There are lines by “local author” Henry Vaughan on hinged planks hidden in signposts near where I live, but that is discrete and you don’t have to see, let alone read the words. As usual Shakespeare was ahead of us. In As you like it Orlando decks the trees with stuttering poems to his beloved Rosalind. Touchstone says “Truly, the tree yields bad fruit”. Jaques: “I pray you, mar no more trees with writing love-songs in their barks”.If it was a secret which you might just stumble upon while walking the dog, or you had a tip-off from a child, or you came across a poem in a bottle, a gargoyle carved into the bole of a tree, site-specific, no catalogue number, off the beaten track, would that be acceptable?

I bet you’d hate to hear canned music broadcast through the woods - but how about an oboe, the metamorphosed voice of Syrinx, Ovid’s willowy Arcadian nymphet, wailing in the wind, transcribed by Britten, she who, scantily clad and cornered at the river’s edge turned herself into a reed rather than be raped by Pan. Drastic solution! Now she cries her plaintive song from the river’s edge, and in the impenetrable and bosky grove. She lights the touch-paper of lust and calls the unwary to be mired in the reed-beds, to flounder and drown in the madness of desire, would that be OK, to hear those Arcadian Blues? That spectral voice in the wind?

Compare these possibilities with the sculptures exiled from their air-conditioned, linen-suited galleries to pose

and shiver outdoors in sculpture parks, diminished in scale, in the dark and the rain, competing vainly with the effortless grandeur of the trees, the lakes and the limitless skies? Culture? Nature?

G.K.Chesterton: “The Greeks couldn’t see the trees for the Dryads”. A Dryad is a tree spirit and the Greeks deployed an assortment of nearly naked nymphs and lusty pantheistic imagery to animate the world while we now spout listless scientific explanations, and evoke the neutered spirits of electricity, genetics and evolution. Is it any more useful to veil or explain nature with Quarks than the equally invisible Dryads?

The Aborigine can’t see the landscape for the dreamtime. Kapitalists can’t see the landscape for the mineral riches. Words and ideas, Classical imagery, Romanticism, nostalgia, and Darwinian theory mist over the slow, fine detail of immediate sensory experience and most of the land is covered in human marks anyway, but for that very reason I don’t want high art ideas and selfies in my face when I’m here and now in a wild place, which at least reminds me of where my being evolved and is where I can best attempt to recalibrate my cultured self to that opposite half of me: my original birthright, my natural mind.

Originally written in lawyers wig deliquescent ink on plantable Himalayan pink onion and wildflower seed torn-edge hand-made paper. Turns into a meadow in spring. £20 a sheet.

© Hugh Colvin 23/03/23

art

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Sidney Nolan Trust, The Rodd, Presteigne LD8 2LL 01544 260149

Until 30 Sept ‘Sidney Nolan Revealed’. A series of new displays reveal the concept of process as central to Nolan’s artwork and expose new artworks and artefacts from the Trust’s collection and archive.

Until 30 Sept ‘The Buzzer’. RICK GRESWELL - sculpture (outdoors).

Until 30 Sept ‘Inside Out’. KATE HARVEY - sculpture (outdoors).

Until 30 Sept ‘Dead Standing’. JONY EASTERBY - sculpture (outdoors).

Until 30 Sept ‘Earth Photo 2023’. Exploring images and short films that focus on the pressing issues affecting our planet to stimulate conversations about our environment and impact of climate change.

3 Aug - 30 Sept ‘Plant Communitas’

Curated by Patricia Brien, this exhibition features a community of artists from diverse practices, places and different times. Together the artworks hightlight the aliveness and presence of the plant kingdom.

Open Thurs-Sat 11am-4pm.

Open Studios & Exhibitions, Presteigne

26 - 28 Aug Participants include:

SARAH BAMFORD & TANIA MOSSEsculpture. ANNE BELGRAVE - maker of things. FLORENCE BOYD - artist & illustrator. LUCY BOYD, JUNE

COVENEY, DAISY DIXON, ALICE PERCEVAL & SOPHIE TUTE - artists.

BLIM BURTON & DAVID COLWELLfurniture makers. DENIYAL DAVIES - jewellery. ANNETTE GURRmosaics. BERNIE GURR,

CHARLOTTE HEPBURNprintmakers. PENNY HUGHES, RUTH

KIRKBY, DANIEL MacCARTHYpaintings. SOPHIE JELINEK - plaster work. PETE MacKENZIE - pictures.

DEBBIE MASON - textile artist.

ARABELLA MILLS, MARY SMITH & GILL TENNANT-EYLES - ceramics.

CLAIR MURPHY - rush baskets.

KITTY PERCEVAL - drawings, prints and ceramics. ALEX RAMSEYphotographs. PETE SMITHblacksmith. RICHARD STUDERdesigner & printmaker. MALCOLM TURNER - pottery. JESS WATKINS - artist and printmaker. HUGH POPE. Plus Signey Nolan Trust Youth Arts Programmes.

Open 11am-5pm. Brochure and map available throughout the town.

Studer Fine Art - The Gallery, 4 High Street, Presteigne. www.studerfineart.com

24 - 28 Aug The gallery is open throughout the Presteigne Festival. Aug ‘Sumer is icumen in!’ New work by JOSH PARTRIDGE, new sculptures by TANIA MOSSE alongside regular artists, ceramicists and printmakers: ANGELA HARDING, MARK HEARLD, JOHN BROADLY, ED KLUZ, CLIVE HICKS-JENKINS, TONY HALL, SIMON HULBERT, JOE FINCH, JASON BRAHAM, NICK MEMBERY, GILL TENNANT EYLES and many more. Plus a wide selection of cards and small gifts from Art.Angels press. Open Thurs-Sat, 10.30am-4pm, or by appointment.

Chatwood, Celf gan Osian Gwent ((Art by osian Gwent), No. 6 Long Bridge Street, Llanidloes SY18 6EE 0800 999 1953

www.osiangwent.com

Exclusive and original paintings by Welsh contemporary artist OSIAN GWENT. Luxury works of fine art, paintings and limited edition fine art giclee prints. Open Wed 10am-2pm, Thurs 11am-5pm, Fri & Sat 11am-3pm.

Tower House Gallery, 29 High Street, Knighton LD7 1AT 01547 529530

Gallery, shop, cafe. Open Tues-Sat 10am-4.30pm.

Open Studios, Far Hall, Dolau, near Llandrindod Wells LD1 5TW 01597 851181

2 - 10 Sept h.Art, Venue 97.

JULIENNE BRAHAM, JASON BRAHAM, SIMON HULBERTpaintings and pottery. Refreshments with donations to Water Aid. Open 10am-5pm.

Hay Castle, Oxford Road, Hay-on-Wye HR3 5DG 01497 820079

Until 3 Sept ‘Architecture and Poetry’. Curated by MICA Architects. Open 10am-5pm.

Oriel Davies Gallery, Newtown 01686 625041

Until 31 Aug PETER ARSCOTTpaintings and ceramics.

Until 20 Sept ‘Artist Blacksmithing: The 150mm Challenge’.

Until 21 Sept ‘Oriel Watching’. ELLEN BELL will be working in the galleries making live drawings of visitors.

Until 3 Oct ‘We All Share the Same Sky’. HELEN BOOTH.

Open Tues-Sun 11am-4pm.

Radnorshire Museum, Temple Street, Llandrindod Wells LD1 5DL 01597 824513

Geology, Archaeology, Natrual History, Social History and Fine Art. The museum houses an art gallery with a programme of varied and exciting exhibitions and events.

Open Wed-Sat 10am-4pm.

Wyeside Theatre, Builth Wells 01982 552555

Until 24 Sept ‘Wild Wales - Nature in Art’. DAVID WETTNER & MANDI BAYKAA-MURRAY.

Open theatre times.

The Table & The Chair, 43 Lion Street, Hay-on-Wye 01497 822802 www.thetablehay.com

5 - 26 Aug HARRY RICH & ROSS LOVEDAY.

2 - 23 Sept EMMA SCOTT.

Open Thurs-Sat 10am-3pm.

The Hay Makers, St John’s Place, Hay-on-Wye HR3 5BN 01497 820556

Until 10 Sept POLLY DIXON, XUELLA ARNOLD, PAUL YOUNG, CLAUDIA PETLEY & PAUL SHEPHERD.

Open Mon-Sat 10.30am-5pm, Sun 11am-4pm.

Minerva Arts Centre, High Street, Llanidloes 01686 413467

Until 5 Aug ‘Retrospective’. ANNIE BIELECKA JONES. Quilt Association summer exhibition.

12 - 29 Aug ‘Lie of the Land’. Exhibition by Visual Arts Collective, Llanidloes. Plus quilts from the Quilt Association collection.

2 Sept World Textile Day Wales.

11am Main talk - Janice Gunner : One Simple Stitch: tracing the running stitch from Japan to India to Africa, £5. 2pm - Short talk - Gaynor Williams: plus World Tetiles Show & Tell, followed by World Textiles Show & Tell, your chance to show us your favourite world textile, £3. Free entry, 10am-4pm.

Open Mon-Sat 10.30am-4.30pm, Sun 11am-3pm.

Court Cupboard Gallery, New Court Farm, Llantillio Pertholey, Abergavenny NP7 8AU 01873 852011

ROSIE FAREY & MANDY COATS - baskets. SUSAN GALLAGHERpaintings. Open 11am-4pm.

Lion Street Gallery, 6 Lion Street, Hay-on-Wye HR3 5AA 01497 822900 Showcasing some of the very best artists from Wales and the Borders. Open 10.30am-5pm daily except Tues, Sun 11.30am-4pm.

Jason Braham, Open Studios, Far Hall, Dolau

Bernie Gurr, Open Studios & Exhibitions, Presteigne

Ludlow Art Society, St Laurence’s Church, Ludlow

Liv Milani, ‘Earth Photo’. Sidney Nolan Trust, The Rodd, Presteigne

Maggie Davis, Lion Ballroom, Leominster, St Laurence’s Church, Ludlow & Leintwardine Church

Paul Young, Hay Makers Gallery, Hay-on-Wye

Mid Wales Arts Centre, Caersws, Near Newtown 01686 688369

Until 3 Sept ‘How Green is My Art?’ Welsh Group exhibition. Open Thurs-Sun 11am-4pm.

Courtyard Antiques, London House, High Street, Presteigne LD8 2BA 07974 356128 outside normal hours.

Antique pottery, country furniture and art. Open Mon-Sat 10am-4pm.

Found Gallery, 1 Bulwark, Brecon LD3 7LB 07736 062849 www.foundgallery.co.uk

Until 5 Aug ‘A Celebration of our Landscape & Woodlands’. KATHRYN

MOORE - artist. LEWIS PHILLIPSphotographs. SHARIF ADAMS, YOAV

ELKAYAM, ROSIE FAREY, ANDREEA

GRAD, LEE JOHN PHILLIPS, ROSA

HARRADINE, LYDIA LATHAM, AMY

LEAKE, JOHN MULLANEY, DOMINIC PEARCE, DEBORAH SCHNEEBELI

MORRELL, DAVID WHITE & MATT

WHITTAKER - woodland makers.

8 Aug - 9 Sept Summer exhibition with live music over Brecon Jazz Festival weekend. MAGGY ROBERTS & NICK

JOHN REES - artists. RICHARD

GREATREX - photographs. ELAINE

BARNETT - sculpture. Open Tues-Sat 10am-4.30pm.

Knighton Fine Art, 2 Broad Street, Knighton 01547 528052 www.knightonfineart.co.uk knightonfineart@btinternet.com

Aug ‘Holiday Ideas’. From JULIENNE BRAHAM (Italy); PETER DAVIES (Scilly Isles); EDGAR HOLLOWAY (France); LOIS HOPWOOD (Isla); JOHN ORMSBY (Scotland); DAVID SMITH (Antarctica & Brazil); FELIKS TOPOLSKI (London). Plus pottery, ceramics, woodwork, driftwood, tin sculptures and greeting cards. Open Wed-Fri 1am-4pm, Sat 10am-1pm.

The Workhouse Studio, Presteigne Industrial Estate 01544 267864

Rare antique carpets and kilims. Plus locally made pottery, art materials, textiles, haberdashery, jewellery, cards and gifts. Cafe. Open Wed-Sat 10am-4pm.

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.

The Art Shop, Cross Street, Abergavenny NP7 5EH 01873 852690

Until 19 Aug ‘Letters from Meduseld’. ASTER MURO.

Until 19 Aug Mixed Summer Show with paintings, drawings, printmaking, mixed media, ceramics and jewellery. Open Tues-Sat 9.30am-5pm.

Museum of Modern Art, Tabernacle, Heol Penrallt, Machynlleth SY20 8AJ 01654 703355

info@moma.machynlleth.org.uk

Until 6 Sept ‘The Land We Live In’. The Tabernacle Collection.

Until 6 Sept ‘For the Love of Laura Ashely’. Preserving the legacy of Laura Ashley.

Until 6 Sept ELERI MILLS.

Until 6 Sept The Tabernacle Art Competition 2023.

Until 23 Sept KIM DEWSBURY. Open Wed-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat 10am-1pm. Upper House, Knucklas, near Knighton

2 - 10 Sept h.Art, Venue 92. LOTTIE O’LEARY - stone carving and lettering workshop. Open 11am-5pm. Knucklas, near Knighton

2 - 10 Sept h.Art. Venue 94, STUART ROPER - paintings. Venue 93, CELIA DE SERRA - artist. Venue 95, MAGGIE JONESpaintings. Venue 96, TONY HALLpottery. Open 11am-5pm.

The Old School, Whitton, near Knighton 01547 560936

Museum of Welsh Textiles. A fine collection of Welsh costume, textiles. With a selection of antique textiles and blankets for sale, alongside changing exhibitions of art and antiques. Open by appointment, please phone to book. Knighton Museum, 1 Broad Street, Knighton Run by volunteers and reflects social history of the area. The majority of the exhibits have been either donated or lent by local people and reflect the varied history of this border town from the drovers to the flannel weavers; from trade to agriculture. Wed-Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 11am-4pm.

Celf O Gwmpas, Centre Celf, Tremont Road, Llandrindod Wells LD1 5EB 01597 822777

Until 7 Sept Annual exhibition by Celf o Gwmpas Artist Network. Open TuesThurs 10am-4pm, Sat 9.30am-12pm. Rhayader Museum & Gallery, CARAD, East Street, Rhayader LD6 5ER 01597 810561 www.carad.org.uk Aug ‘Hearth and Home’. Activities also available. Bookable tours. Please email all@carad.org.uk for details. Look out for new activities and sign up for the free information newsletter online. Open Tues-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat 10am-12pm.

Pavilion Mid Wales, Llandrindod Wells LD1 5EY 01597 258118 www.pavilionmidwales.org.uk

26 Aug Artisan Market. Over 20 stalls featuring arts, crafts, homemade, handmade local produce. 10am-3pm.

HEREFORDSHIRE

Kingswood Village Hall, Kingswood Rd, Kington HR5 3HE 07587 484436 or 01544 239124

2 & 3 Sept KINGTON ART

SOCIETY annual art exhibition featuring paintings, crafts and cards made by members. Free refreshments available during the day. Parking and easy access for disabled. Open 10am4pm. If you wish to become a member at the Thursday afternoon painting group, please contact above tel. no. Leominster Library Foyer, 8 The Buttercross, Leominster, HR6 8BN

15 Sept HEREFORDSHIRE GUILD OF WEAVERS, SPINNERS & DYERS. 40th anniversary exhibition. 10am-4pm. Ross Labels Foyer, Ross Park, Ross-on-Wye, HR9 7US

22 Sept HEREFORDSHIRE GUILD OF WEAVERS, SPINNERS & DYERS. 40th anniversary exhibition. 10am-4pm. Lion Ballroom, 17 Broad St, Leominster 01568 612277 ext. 4

2 - 10 Sept h.Art, venue 128. SUSIE CAWLEY, JEANETTE KINSEY, SILVIA PASTORE, MAGGIE DAVIS, GLYN WHITING, MARK ANTONY & PAULA JOBSON - paintings. KIM DAVIS - wood turnings. REBECCA FORD - embroidery. SUE LEAVETTprints. ANDREW WILLIAMS - photographs. KATIE TETLEY - miniatures. KARLIN RUSHBROOK - sculpture. Open daily 10am-5pm.

Hintons Country & Garden, Worcester Rd, Leominster HR6 8TN 01568 612277 ext. 4

2 - 10 Sept H.Art, venue 139. DENICE CULLIMORE - animal portraits. KATE SKELTON - botanical artwork.. JON TETLEY - wood carved bowls/plates. Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 8.30am-1pm. Paul’s Metal Crafting, Brynithel, Kingstone HR2 9HJ (opposite Kingstone High School) 0777803 9934 paulrg62@gmail.com

2 - 10 Sept h.Art. PAUL THOMAS - sculptures in recycled metal. ROY MARTIN - garden ornaments in rustic stone and wood. BARBARA SHAWhandstitched textile collages. LINDA THOMAS - photographs of the natural world. Open daily 10am-5pm. (Venue 137).

The Chapel Gallery, 2 Forbury Chase, Sherford St, Bromyard, HR7 4DL www.chapelgallerybromyard.com

19 & 20, 24 - 28 Aug ‘Seeing Us’. An exhibition of portraits by local artists in a range of styles and media. Pop-up cafe. Open 11am-5pm.

No. 1 Station Approach, Hereford

Until 30 April 2024 MATTHEW CORNFORD & JOHN BECK. Marking the 170th anniversary of Hereford College of Arts, a Meadow Arts and Hereford College of Arts commission.

The Forum, 18 Market Square, Tenbury Wells WR15 8EA 01584 810085 www.georginafranklin.co.uk

GEORGINA FRANKLIN - jewellery. Individual contemporary design. Commissions undertaken.

Walenty Pytel Gallery & Studio Tour 01531 634102 walentypytelgallery@ gmail.com www.walentypytel.com

You will receive a printed guide to all of Walenty’s outdoor sculptures in Herefordshire to visit at your leisure. Bronze and original steel sculptures can be purchased in the gallery as well as signed limited edition prints, cards and his book Walenty Pytel Life/ Art/Sculpture. By appointment only. Groups welcome.

Old Stable Gallery, Leominster Tourist Information Centre, Corn Square, Leominster 01568 616460

Aug Watercolour plant life.

Open Mon-Sat 9.30am-4pm.

Wobage Makers Gallery Upton

Bishop, Ross-on-Wye HR9 7QP 01989 720495 www.wobage.co.uk

Handmade at Wobage workshops. BEN CASSON - furniture and kitchenwood. LYNN HODGSONwood carving and kitchenwood. PATIA

DAVIS - slip decorated earthenware and porcelain. JEREMY STEWARD - wood-fired salt-glazed stoneware and porcelain. PETRA STEWARDwood-fired salt-glazed stoneware and collagraph prints. CLYDE

JEFFERSON - willow basketry. CLAIR HODGSON - gold, silver and semi-precious stone earrings. Open Thurs-Sat 10am-5pm.

Oxenham Art, Broad Street, Leominster HR6 8BT 01568 611898 Aug STEPHANIE STUMP - stained glass art. SARAH BILLINGHAMpottery. WENDY KIRK - textiles. KEN BRIDGES - original paintings. Open Mon-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 10am-3pm.

Mappa Mundi & Chained Library, Hereford Cathedral 01432 374200

Until 30 Sept ‘Cathedral: City: County’. This exhibition uses items from across the archive collections to show the many and varied links that the cathedral has had with those who lived and worked both within and beyond its walls. Open Mon-Sat 10am-5pm. Normal admission charges apply.

South Chapel, All Saints Church, Hereford 01432 370414

7 - 12 Aug REBECCA ABREY.

14 - 19 Aug CHRISTINE WHEELERcraft sale.

21 - 26 Aug GOLDEN VALLEY CRAFT SOCIETY.

19 - 31 Aug Exhibition and sale of Indian silks and saris with Jan Bishop.

4 - 6 Sept Exhibition and sale of Indian silks and saris with Jan Bishop.

8 & 9 Sept HEREFORDSHIRE GUILD OF WEAVERS, SPINNERS & DYERS. 40th anniversary exhibition. Open Mon-Sat 9.30am-4pm.

Made in the Marches Gallery, 12 Church Street, Kington HR5 3AZ 07531 820195

www.madeinthemarches.com

Aug An exhibition of creations from ROSAMUND BLACK - jewellery. ANNE GARDNER - ceramics. ROWAN McONEGAL - woodblock printmaker, SUAN MULCOCK - wetfelt landscapes. Alongside cooperative members NICKI CORNISH, REBECCA FINNEY, JO FLETCHER, NANCY FROST, FREYA GAMBLE-MAPES, TESSA GAVIN, JANE KEAY, CELIA KIBBLEWHITE, SUE LEAVETT, CLARE LESTER, CLAIR MURPHY & HELEN SMITH. Work from local artists and makers including ceramics, paintings, prints, clothing and jewellery, sculpture, stone, wood, ironwork and basketry, cards and gifts. Commissions and vouchers available.Open Tues-Sat 11am-4pm.

Made In Ross, The Upstairs Gallery, Market House, Ross-on-Wye HR9 5NX 01989 769398

www.madeinross.co.uk

Made in Ross. A co-operative of local art and craft makers who produce a wide range of beautiful work, for all tastes and budgets. Open 10am-4pm.

Canwood Gallery, Checkley HR1 4NF 01568 760242

www.canwoodgallery.com

3 - 27 Aug New work by ANDREW PEARSON - wood carvings.

3 - 27 Aug The Empresses by DAMIEN HIRST - laminated Giclee prints on aluminium.

31 Aug - 17 Sept ‘Habitus’. BRENDA BOYLE, CONRAD JUDGE, JOHANNA OKON-WATKINS present a range of contemporary artwork including textured monochrome paintings focusing on the sublime art, collage and print with a political edge, and sculpture examining the notion of home, place and space. The gallery also features work by local and international artists including CARL ANDRE, NOCOLE FARHI, TRACEY EMIN AND DAMIEN HIRST, together with a sculpture trail set in 10 acres. Cafe. Thurs-Sun 11am-4pm.

The Courtyard Theatre, Hereford 01432 340555

9 Sept - 1 Oct The Courtyard’s 25th Anniversary exhibition. Open theatre times.

Apple Store Gallery, Unit 1, Rockfield Road, Hereford HR1 2UA 01432 263937

www.applestoregallery.com

Until 12 Aug ‘Wilder Hereford: Art & Poetry’. Local artists and poets explore the nature reserves around Hereford and the restoration of the Yazor Brook. In partnership with Herefordshire Wildlife Trust and Richard Bavin.

16 Aug - 16 Sept h.Art. Open Wed-Fri 10am-3pm, Sat 10am-1pm.

Gallery 54, 54 High Street, Ross-on-Wye 01989 567917

Aug New work from STEPHEN RIPPINGTON plus gallery artists will be exhibiting throughout the summer. Open Thurs-Sat 10am-4pm.

Old Chapel Gallery, East Street, Pembridge HR6 9HB 01544 388842 ww.oldchapelgallery.co.uk

Until 31 Aug ‘Glory in the Garden’. MARY GRIFFIN - soft pastels.

JEMIMA JAMESON - painted wood. RACHEL BAILEY - jewellery. JO VERITY - decoupage, and more. Throughout the year ‘Splendour in the Grass’. A changing collection of unique sculptures for your outdoor space in a variety of media including forged iron, carved stone, stone resin, iron resin, bronze resin, glass and ceramics. Open Wed-Sat 11am-4.30pm, Sun 12-4pm. Mon/Tues by appointment.

Brenda Boyle, Canwood Gallery

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

Weavers Gallery, Church Lane, Ledbury 07881 926661

Until 6 Aug Herefordshire Painting Club. Mon-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat 10am-2pm.

7 - 13 Aug ‘Group of Four’. RICHARD & PATRICIA GREGORY, IAN

FOUNTAINE & JOANNA DIXONpaintings. Open Mon-Sat 12-5pm, Sun 12-4pm.

14 - 20 Aug ‘Amazing Nature’ by Mostly Felt - textile artists. Mon-Sun 10am-4pm.

21 - 27 Aug JACKIE COX & CHRIS

SINDEN - prints, paintings and more, Open Mon-Sun 10am-4pm.

Market Hall, Kington 07977 978676

anna@akdcrafts.co.uk

3rd Saturday of the month until Dec Print, paint, wood, wool, paper, metalwork, ceramics, baskets and more. Open 9.30am-3.30pm.

Greenstage Gallery, Hop Pocket, Bishop’s Frome WR6 5BT 01885 490839 www.greenstagegallery.co.uk

Open by appointment.

SHROPSHIRE

Hightown Community Room, Vicarage Rd, Clun 01588 640401

Until 6 Aug CLUN ART AND CRAFT SHOW. Over 40 artists and craftspeople will be exhibiting their work. Open 10am-6pm daily, 10am-12pm on Sun 6 August.

St Laurence Church, Ludlow

19 - 28 Aug LUDLOW ART SOCIETY.

Promoting visual arts in South Shropshire. If you are an artist who’d like to exhibit work to the public while socialising and working alongside other artists - www.ludlowartsociety. org.uk Open daily, 10am-5pm. maggie_in_the_garden@hotmail.com

Lingen Village Hall, Lingen, Bucknell, SY7 0DY

26 & 27 Aug LINGEN STITCHERSsewing exhibition. Refreshments, raffle and sales tables including Sandra’s Sewing Shop, Knighton with free entry and a charitable donation from profits going to St Michael’s Hospice. Open 10am-4pm.

FBC Manby Bowdler Gallery, Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury 01743 281281

Aug Shrewsbury Art Trail. Open Mon-Sat from 10am.

Leintwardine Church

2 - 10 Sept h.Art. MAGGIE DAVIS. maggie_in_the_garden@hotmail.com

The Hive, Belmont, Shrewsbury 01743 234970

Until 28 Aug ‘Women: Now’.

A contemporary art exhibition as part of the Shrewsbury Art Trail.

1 Sept - 3 Oct ‘Feeling at Home’. Work by 19 photographers with learning disabilities from across Brighton and London. Open Tues-Fri 10am-4.30pm

Mrs Jones Art Shop & Gallery, 118 Longden Coleham, Shrewsbury SY3 7DU 01743 245134 www.mrsjonesgallery.co.uk

Until 5 Aug Open exhibition that supports art across all ages and abilities.

12 - 26 Aug JAMIE ASHCROFTcontemporary art, Basquiat-style street art vibe, juxtaposing text and images. Open Wed-Sat 10.30am-4pm.

Bishop’s Castle Town Hall 01588 630023

www.bishopscastletownhall.co.uk

5 Aug Antiques & Flea Market. Open 9am-4pm.

3 Aug - 5 Sept NORMAN HAYEEM. Open 10am-4pm.

2 Sept Antiques & Flea Market. Open 9am-4pm.

9 Sept - 10 Oct JANE FARRINGTON.

Open 10am-4pm.

The Gateway Gallery, Chester Street, Shrewsbury SY1 1NB gatewaygallery@gmail.com

Until 31 Aug ‘Kinesis’. GEORGE SFOUGRARAS & STEFAN CHABLUK. An exhibition about movement. Part of Shrewsbury Art Trail.

8 Sept - 27 Oct ‘Growth’. Shropshire Open - art exhibition. Open Mon-Fri 9am-4.30pm, Thurs until 8pm during term time.

The Willow Gallery, 56 Willow Street, Oswestry SY11 1AD 01691 657575

Until 19 Aug ‘Stitch by Stitch’. Contemporary Fine Art Textiles. An exhibition for established and emerging textile artists working with stitch, fabric and mixed media.

5 Aug Meet the artist - Alison Holt, 10.30am-2pm.

12 Aug Meet the artists - Sylvie Millen & Rachel Davies, 11.20am-2.30pm.

15 Aug Meet the artist - Sylvia Paul, talking in the gallery, 10am-12pm. Open 10am-4pm, closed Sun & Mon. Ogilvie Vaile Conservation, Unit 9, Lower Buckton Barns, between Leintwardine and Brampton Bryan SY7 0JU 07780 616067

www.ogilvievaile.com

Specialising in the conservation and restoration of fine art.

Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery, The Music Hall, Market Square, Shrewsbury SY1 1LG 01743 258881

Until 31 Aug Shrewsbury Arts Trail - ‘Inspirational Exhibition’. Under the theme of movement, featuring the works of SALVADOR DALI, LS LOWRY, ANDREW LOGAN, FABIAN PEREZ, SHERREE VANLENTINE DAINES, JACOB CHANDLER, JPR STITCH, BANKSY, DAMIEN HIRST, MICHAEL JAMES TALBOT, HALIMA CASSEL MBE, IAN RAYER SMITH, MAN RAY, JOHN SWANNELL and more. Open 10am-4pm, Sun 11am-4pm.

Downstairs Gallery, Ludlow Library, 7-9 Parkway Lane, Ludlow SY8 2PG 01743 250510

Until 6 Sept & 15 Sept - 18 Oct LUDLOW PHOTOGRAPHIC CLUB. A huge variety of genres will be represented: landscape, wildlife, street photography, abstract, macro, sport, travel, portraits, infrared, monochrome. Open Mon 9.30am-6pm, Tues, Wed & Fri 9.30am-5pm, Sat 9.30am-1pm.

Aardvark Books, The Bookery, Manor Farm, Brampton Bryan, near Bucknell SY7 0DH 01547 530744

www.ardvark-books.com

28 Aug Aardvark Bank Holiday Vide

Grenier. Tons of fantastic stalls with crafts, vintage, produce and more. Live music, food and refreshments. Pitches £12, entry and car parking free. Open 9am-2pm.

Smithy Studio, Brampton Bryan SY7 ODH 07811 042478

Rustic homewares, fine art and craft. Local makers. Turned wood, slipware, lavender products, textiles, cards and gifts. Open Thurs-Sat 11am-4pm.

The Artists’ Gallery, Ludlow Farm (formerly Ludlow Food Centre), Bromfield, Ludlow SY8 2JR 07974 652866

www.theartistsgalleryludlow.co.uk

Instagram @galleryrunbyartists

Facebook The Artists’ Gallery

Artists include SHELLY PERKINS

- wildlife artist. PRISCILLA HANNbronze sculpture. DANIELLE

FLOWERS - contemporary jewellery. KIM DAVIS - wood turning. PAUL BURTON - sculpture. JAN JAYtextile designs and screen prints. PIP JONES - watercolours. SARAH BILLINGHAM - pottery. Open Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm.

PHIL GREENWOOD EXHIBITION

Bringing together a collection of work by Welsh artist and printmaker Phil Greenwood. Exhibition runs throughout September.

Oxenham Art, 15b Broad St, Leominster, HR6 8BP 07814 406878 info@oxenhamart.co.uk

Art & Craft Workshops

Single, dated listings are free. Ongoing workshops, £40 per year.

KNIGHTON PAINTING & SKETCHING GROUP

We meet Monday daytime at the Civic Centre, Knighton (near the Clock Tower) during spring and autumn terms. We have weekly topics with friendly tuition. All abilities, beginners welcome. Learn at your own pace. Discover new skills and increase your confidence. Own choice of art materials. Contact local artist tutor: Audrey Bradley: 01544 350369.

GINN’S CREATE WORKSHOPS Discover your creative potential at my workshops covering art, textiles and sewing techniques, catering for the experienced and inexperienced. Dates to suit you. 01432 760961.

ALEX ALLPRESS POTTERY STUDIO - POTTERY EXPERIENCES & LESSONS

Church Street, Built Wells, LD2 3BS. Open 7 days a week. Bespoke family days. Throwing workshops and courses. Children’s parties, corporate festivities, hen dos, Hand-building, gift sales and vouchers available. From £40pp - tasters - half day or full day. Call for details: 07443 875016. email alexallpressceramics@gmail.co.uk, www.alexallpress.co.uk

MOORE HALL STUDIO - BOBBY BRITNELL

Inspirational art and textile related courses delivered throughout the year by highly qualified tutors. Some courses are online and others face to face. Refer to www.bobbybritnell.co.uk for further information and details of all courses. Contact Bobby Britnell on 01547 510664 or email at bobby@bobbybritnell.co.uk

TEXTILE WORKSHOPS WITH ANGIE HUGHES

Zoom and face to face creative workshops including machine and hand embroidery, print and mixed media techniques. Based in Ledbury. Email angie@angiehughes.com Telephone 07533 362900.

STONE CARVING WORKSHOPS

Monthly in Llangarron HR9 6PH. Glenn Morris, sculpture, leads an informal, friendly group. Suitable for beginners and those with some experience. Full tuition, safety equipment and tools provided. Stone available if required. Copious refreshemnts guaranteed. 01989 770776. Frances@artsinthemarches.co.uk

RECYCLED GLASS FUSING

Learn to cut, prepare, fire and fuse recycled glass. Create light-catchers, tea light stands or pictures. Half day workshop £30 per person. Includes all materials and homemade refreshments. Workshops arranged to suit you, and / or your friends up to maximum 5 people. frances@artsinthemarches.co.uk

CREATIVE BREAKS

Learn a new skill and explore your creativity with experienced tutors, all based in beautiful countryside with outstanding views and local produce. We offer a wide range of courses throughout the year:- Basketmaking, Upholstery, Felting, Rag Rug Making, Sculpture, Stone Carving, Dichroic Glass, Plant Dyeing, Natural Dyes, Herbal Medicine, Suminagashi, Rush Basketry, Creating a Sketchbook, Jewellery, Glass Fusing, Hand Bloc Printing, Sewing, Stained Glass, Weaving, Linocutting, Painting and Drawing, Japanese Woodblock, Printmaking, Weaving Wire, Woodcarving and Pottery. For full details visit www.creativebreaks.co.uk Make it yourself - take it home - treasure it - or give it with pride!

BASKETMAKING USING RUSH

Presteigne. Courses available throughout the year covering many techniques. Small groups and all levels taught. All materials and equipment included. For more information see Rusmorebaskets.com or contact Clair at rushmorebaskets@gmail.com 07713 514902.

August THE HIVE WORKSHOPS

Every Tues - Life Drawing for all ages, 7-9pm, £8. The Hive, Belmont, Shrewsbury, 01743 234970.

August HEREFORD CATHEDRAL

Mondays 14 Aug - Creative Cloisters sessions. Attendees will have full access to the Cloisters, College Hall and Canon’s Garden, 10am-2.30pm, £15 to include tea, coffee and a sandwich lunch, please book 01432 374251.

17 Aug - Cathedral Discovery Day, 10am-3pm, drop in event and take part in fun activities with our education team, free, no booking required.

19 Aug - Saturday Spectacular - Fun for all the family, children’s activities, live music, craft fair and more, 11am-5pm. 21 Aug - Messy Church Goes Outside!

Creative fun. Christ-centred crafts and activities for all ages, 11am-3pm, free drop-in event. Mondays term time - Toddler Group, craft activities and prayer; suitable 1-3 years, 9.30am, free. Hereford Cathedral, 01432 374225, www.herefordcathedral.org

August EASTNOR POTTERY INTO TO THE POTTERS WHEEL £49 per person. Perfect indoor activity for individuals, couples and small groups. 1.5 hr sessions take place on specific dates throughout August. POTTERS WHEEL COURSES 5, 16, 19 & 20 and 26 August. Weekend: £280 Day: £150 per person. Spend the weekend or day relaxing and creating pots on the potter’s wheel. CLAY MODELLING 1, 15 & 29 August. £25 per person. Themed Pottery Fun for all the family at Eastnor Pottery. Eastnor Pottery, Home Farm, Eastnor, near Ledbury. Please check availability and book online, www.eastnorpottery.co.uk Email admin@eastnorpottery. co.uk or telephone 01531 633886.

August MID WALES ARTS CENTRE

5 Aug - Lion Printing Workshop, 10am-4pm, £65. 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28 & 29 Aug - Children’s Summer Workshops, 10am-4pm. 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 Aug - Sculpteen (teenage) summer workshops, 10am-4pm. Wed - Weekly Art Talks, 2-4pm, free. Thurs - After School Pottery for children 7-11 years, 5-6.30pm, £7. Thurs (starts 7 Sept)Pottery & Ceramic Sculpture Club for all ages and abilities, 2-4pm & 7-9pm, £10. Fri - Pottery & Ceramic Sculpture Club, 11am-1pm & 1-3pm, £10. 1st Sat of each monthFamily Pottery, 2-4pm, £10, children £8. 2nd Sat of each month - Life Drawing, 10am-1pm, £20/£14. Mid Wales Arts Centre, Caersws, Newtown, 01686 688369.

August THE COURTYARD WORKSHOPS

8 - 11 Aug - Tales of the Gruffalo. Three day workshop which includes drama and arts based activities suitable for ages 4-7 years, 10am-12.30pm. 14 - 18 Aug - Be A Star Week. Inclusive workshops full of drama, dance and arts and craft activities, 10.30am-3pm or 10.30am-1pm half days. The Courtyard, Hereford, 01432 340555.

August ORIEL DAVIES GALLERY

Every Wed in Aug - Summer Holiday Art Club, free creative workshops for 7-11 year olds, 10.30am-12.30pm, Oriel Davies Gallery, Newtown, 01686 625041.

KINGTON ART SOCIETY ANNUAL ART EXHIBITION

Sat 2nd and Sun 3rd September, 10am-4pm

Kingswood Village Hall, Kingswood Rd, Kington, HR5 3HE (near the Small Breeds Farm)

Featuring paintings, crafts and cards by our very talented members. Refreshments availble free during the day. Parking and easy access for the disabled. For more information on becoming a member at our Thursday painting group contact:

Lorna Hart 07587 484436, lornahart44@gmail.com

Judy Weir 01544 239124 judycaebachhall@gmail.com

MAGGIE DAVIS Mixed media artist

Showing with Ludlow Art Society 19 - 28 August at St Laurence’s Church, Ludlow

H.Art 2 -10 September

Lion Ballroom, Leominster

St Mary Magdalene Church, Leintwardine maggie_in_the_garden@hotmail.com

LUDLOW ART SOCIETY SUMMER EXHIBITION

St Laurence Church,

19th - 28th August, 10am - 5pm

Ludlow

An eclectic mix of the regions finest artists. Showing their work in one of Ludlow’s beautiful places.

VENUE 97

OPEN STUDIOS, FAR HALL, DOLAU, LD1 5TW

Paintings and Pottery

JASON BRAHAM

JULIENNE BRAHAM

SIMON HULBERT

Open 10am - 5pm

Saturday 2nd - Sunday 10th September Tel: 01597 851 181 julienne@farhallstudios.co.uk

Refreshments and home-made cakes available with donations to charity

WORLD TEXTILE DAY

Saturday 2nd September 10am-4pm

Exhibition of woven, printed and embroidered textiles. Talks at 11am & 2pm.

The Minerva Centre, 2 High St, Llanidloes SY18 6BY

August SIDNEY NOLAN TRUST

25 Aug - Scent Talisman workshop with Gemma Costin. Focussing on participants creating an individual scent talisman. The workshop explores the sense of smell by identifying over 30 different scents. Each participant will be able to make a small vial of personally curated scent as a talisman to take home, 2-4pm, £25. Art Workshops for Young People: 4 Aug - Monoprinting 2, 11am-12.30pm.

11 & 18 Aug - Reimagining Sidney Nolan 1 & 2, 11am12.30pm. 25 Aug & 1 Sept - Natural Dying and Costume Making 1 & 2, 11am-12.30pm, workshops suitable for ages 6+, £6 per person, please book. 26 Aug - Cultivate. Creative programme for 15-25 year olds, 10am-2pm. Sidney Nolan Trust, The Rodd, Presteigne. To book, 01544 260149, www.sidneynolantrust.org

Tues 1 August CREATIVE MINDS

Family art workshop - ink printing. Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 2-3pm, 01584 811442.

Until 12 August CHURCH STRETTON ARTS FESTIVAL

2 & 3 Aug - Slab Tiles Pottery Workshop led by Lucina Lovesey. St Lawrence Primary School, 10am or 2pm, £35. 5 Aug - Hand Weaving Demonstration by Sue Christian, along with one of her looms. Drop in, watch and learn. St Lawrence Primary School, 11am-4pm.

7 & 8 Aug - Mixed Media Figurine, led by Stephanie Jacobs. St Lawrence Primary School, 10am-4pm, £70. www.strettonfestival.org

Until 4 August LEOMINSTER PRIORY CHURCH

HOLIDAY CLUB

Fun for Primary School age children. Leominster Priory Church, 9.30am-3pm daily, 07766 044673.

Thurs 3 August DUNGEONS & DRAGONS GAME WORKSHOP

Always wanted to play but didn’t know where to begin? For ages 11+. SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle, 1-4pm, £6, 01588 630321.

Sun 20 August LIFE DRAWING

With experienced model and tutors, or you can just enjoy the opportunity to draw from life. Canwood Gallery, Checkley, 11am-3pm, £45, 07587 192495.

Wed 23 August SKETCHING OUTDOORS

Join local artist Barry Herniman for a masterclass of outdoor sketching, with a demonstration, answer questions and give tips on techniques. St Mary’s Church, Ross-onWye, 6pm, £8 online at Ticketshource or on the night.

Wed 23 & Thurs 24 August CARAD WORKSHOPS

‘Hearth and Home’. Milling flour, bread-making candle making, willow weaving, paint a tapestry and more.

CARAD, Rhayader, www.carad.org.uk

Sat 9 September CREATIVE RECYCLING

Learn 2 traditional rag rug techniques in Herefordshire, HR6 OHP, 10am-4pm. £65 includes hessian and beverages. Email jenni.ragrugs@freeuk.com, or 01568 750229.

Sun 17 - Fri 22 September PAINTING ON LOCATION IN SHROPSHIRE

A week based around Ludlow and Church Stretton. Vicki Norman Art School. Further information email vicki@vickinormanstudio.com

Fri 18 August FRESCO WORKSHOP

Charles Snell (Aster Muro founder along with Lianne Snell, learning contemporary fresco methods. no prior experience needed, open to all abilities to creat your own fresco painting using pigmented plaster. The Art Shop & Chapel, Market St, Abergavenny, 10am-4.30pm, £95 includes lunch and all materials, 01873 852690, www.artshopandchapel.co.uk

Sat 30 September JAPANESE PAPER MARBLING: SUMINAGASHI WORKSHOP

A look at the history of suminagashi, demonstrations and plenty of opportunities to unleash your creativity. Take home sheets of paper covered in suminagashi for use in bookbinding and other paper arts. Birches Farm Nature Reserve, Kington, 10am, £97 includes all materials, coffee/ tea, cake. Details and booking www.sarahamatt.com

Sat 30 September & Sun 1 October STONE CARVING COURSES

With Lottie O’Leary. Two day course for all abilities. £270 inclusive of stone, lunches, tea and coffee. Knighton, LD7 1PN. Bookings 01547 528792, oleary.lottie@gmail.com www.lottieolearystonecarver.co.uk

Tuesdays DRINK AND DRAW

Weekly life drawing group for all abilities. Bring your own materials and just turn up. Upstairs at The Green Dragon Hotel, Broad St, Hereford, 7-9.20pm, £8, 07587 192495.

Wednesdays INFORMAL ART GROUP

All welcome, help given if required. The Old School Community Hub, New Radnor, 2-4pm, 01544 350242.

Wednesdays DRINK AND DRAW

Weekly life drawing group for all abilities. Bring your own materials and just turn up. Ty Tan Gallery (opposite the Blue Boar), Hay-on-Wye, 7-9.30pm, block book in advance £90 for 10 weeks or drop-in for £11, 07855 628627.

Thursdays KNIGHTON ART GROUP

A friendly and welcoming group. Any level welcome. Any medium accepted. Lunch served from 12pm. Knighton Community Centre, 1-3pm, £3 per session. Kay Yendole, 07624 379335.

Thursdays HEREFORD LIFE DRAWING

The Courtyard Theatre, Hereford, 10am-1pm, £7.50pm, 01432 340555.

3rd Friday of every month FRIDAY CRAFT CLUB

Bring your crafts. Good company with tea and cake, no booking required. Pot & Page, 8 New Street, Ledbury, 10.30am-12.30pm.

PAUL THOMAS: Sculptures in recycled metal

ROY MARTIN: Garden ornaments in rustic stone & wood

BARBARA SHAW: Handstitched textile collages

LINDA THOMAS: Photography of the natural world Light refreshments

Paul’s Metal Crafting, Brynithel, Kingstone, HR2 9HJ (opposite Kingstone High School).

Tel: 0777803 9934 - paulrg62@gmail.com

INDIANA JONES AND THE DIAL OF DESTINY (12A)

18 & 21 Aug SQUARING THE CIRCLE (15)

22 & 23 Aug BAATO (12A)

19 Aug MATILDA (1996) (PG) My First Film Festival.

19 Aug THE SUPER MARIOS BROS MOVIE (PG) Free screening. My First Film Festival.

21 Aug CINDERELLA (1950) (PG)

My First Film Festival.

22 Aug CHICKEN RUN (2000) (U)

My First Film Festival.

23 Aug FROZEN (2013) (U)

My First Film Festival.

24 Aug HUGO (2011) (U) My First Film Festival.

‘Tis the season for blockbusters and this summer’s two biggies are both latest episodes of venerable franchises with some surprising plot similarities. The first features 80 year-old Harrison Ford’s suitably world-weary archaeologist chasing all over the world for one half of Archimedes’ ancient mechanism, the titular Dial, that can apparently cause fissures in time. In this he’s sort-of aided by an untrustworthy Phoebe Waller-Bridger (t.v’s FLEABAG) playing the daughter of an old colleague (Toby Jones) who is sort-of in it for the money, both of them up again a mad ex-Nazi scientist, (a creepy Mads Mikklesen) who wants to combine both halves to create a world that Hitler dreamt of, but with him in charge. Masterful CGI manages to convincingly de-age Ford during the extensive first act and as you’d expect there’s a plethora of swashbuckling set pieces, some amusing nods to the previous films and a pleasing conclusion.

Reviews by Mark Williams

25 - 31 Aug TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES: MUTANT MAYHEM (ctbc) My First Film Festival.

25 - 31 Aug HAUNTED MANSION (12A)

29 - 31 Aug PARIS MEMORIES (REVOIR PARIS) (15)

29 - 31 Aug NAME ME LAWAND (ctbc) The Courtyard Theatre, Edgar St, Hereford 01432 340555

ALBERT HALL, LLANDRINDOD

13 Aug MATILDA THE MUSICAL (PG)

The Albert Hall, Llandrindod Wells 0300 102 4255 www.thealberthall. co.uk

ASSEMBLY ROOMS,

LUDLOW

1, 3 Aug INDIANA JONES & THE DIAL OF DESTINY (12A)

2 & 3 Aug MOTHER & SON (12A)

4, 5, 7 & 8 Aug MISSION

IMPOSSIBLE: DEAD RECKONING PART ONE (12A)

7 & 10 Aug RUBY GILLMAN

TEENAGE KRAKEN (PG)

9 & 10 Aug MY NAME IS ALFRED

HITCHCOCK (15)

11, 12, 14 - 17 Aug OPPENHEIMER (ctbc)

14 & 17 Aug ELEMENTAL (PG)

18 & 19 Aug BARBIE (12A)

Assembly Rooms, Mill St, Ludlow, 01584 878141

BOOTH’S BOOKSHOP

4 - 6 Aug MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: DEAD RECKONING PART ONE (12A)

18 - 20 Aug OPPENHEIMER (15)

Richard Booth’s Bookshop, Hay-on-Wye. 01497 822010

CONQUEST, BROMYARD

4 Aug FISHERMAN’S FRIENDS: ONE AND ALL (12A)

18 Aug I WANNA DANCE WITH SOMEBODY (12A)

25 Aug LIVING (12)

Conquest Theatre, Bromyard. 01885 488575

COURTYARD, HEREFORD

Until 10 Aug MISSION

IMPOSSIBLE: DEAD RECKONING PART ONE (12A)

Until 3 Aug LA SYNDICALISTE (15)

Until 3 Aug MEDUSA DELUX (15)

4 - 12 Aug ELEMENTAL (PG)

10 - 12 Aug REALITY (12)

11 - 24 Aug BARBIE (12A)

11 - 24 Aug OPPENHEIMER (15)

17 - 21 Aug

GREATEST DAYS (12A)

3 Aug DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS

- HONOR AMONG THIEVES (12A) SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle 01588 630321

4 Aug FISHERMAN’S FRIENDSONE AND ALL (12A) Conquest Theatre, Bromyard 01885 488575

8 Aug THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN (2016) (15) St Mary’s Church Hall, Ross on Wye 07789 778048

18 Aug I WANNA DANCE WITH SOMEBODY (12A) Conquest Theatre, Bromyard 01885 488575

25 Aug LIVING (12A) Conquest Theatre, Bromyard 01885 488575

31 Aug RYE LANE (12A) SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle 01588 630321

THE HAFREN, NEWTOWN

30 Aug MATILDA THE MUSICAL (PG) The Hafren, Newtown, 01686 948100

PRESTEIGNE ASSEMBLY ROOMS

25 Aug A COMPOSER’S

LANDSCAPE: DAVID MATTHEWS

A new film by Barrie Gavin, 4pm.

25 Aug THE TOLL (2021) (15), 7.30pm.

26 Aug DREAM HORSE (2020) (PG), 7.30pm.

27 Aug DONNA (2022) (PG), 7.30pm.

Part of Presteigne Festival, www.presteignefestival.com

01544 267800

REGAL CINEMA, TENBURY

4 & 5 Aug INDIANA JONES & THE DIAL OF DESTINY(12A)

11, 14 - 17 Aug TEENAGE MUTANT

NINJA TURTLES: MUTANT MAYHEM (ctbc)

11 - 13 Aug RUBY GILLMAN: TEENAGE KRAKEN (PG)

Regal Cinema, Teme St, Tenbury Wells, 01584 811442

SAVOY, MONMOUTH

1 - 3 Aug MISSION IMPOSSIBLE:

DEAD RECKONING PART ONE (12A)

Savoy Theatre, Church St, Monmouth 01600 772467

SPARC, BISHOP’S CASTLE

3 Aug DUNGEONS & DRAGONS:

HONOUR AMONG THIEVES (12A)

31 Aug RYE LANE (12A)

SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle, 01588 638038

WYESIDE, BUILTH WELLS

1-3, 11-13, 15-20, 20, 22 & 23 Aug

INDIANA JONES & THE DIAL OF DESTINY (12A)

1, 2, 4-6, 8-10, 27 Aug, 1-3 Sept

ELEMENTAL (PG)

1-6, 8-12, 15-17, 25, 27, 29-31 Aug,

9 Sept MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: DEAD

RECKONING PART ONE (12A)

1-3 Aug INSIDIOUS: THE RED DOOR (15)

4-6, 8-10 Aug THE SECRET

KINGDOM (PG)

4-6, 8-10, 18-20, 22-24 Aug BARBIE (12A)

11-13, 15-20, 22-24 Aug

OPPENHEIMER (15)

16 Aug PAMFIR (15)

1-3, 5-7 Sept STRAYS (15)

Wyeside, Builth Wells 01982 552555

LIVE EVENTS ON SCREEN

19 & 21 Aug METALLICA: M72 TOUR

Broadcast live from Arlington, Texas. Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 7pm, 01600 772467.

26 Aug ANDREW RIEU’S 2023

MAASTRICHT CONCERT: LOVE IS ALL AROUND

The Courtyard, Hereford, 2.30pm, 01432 340555.

MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: DEAD RECKONING, PART ONE (12A)

This latest and longest (and longest titled!) of Tom Cruise’s world-saving exploits also involves him and his regular cohort (an ever-more portly Ving Rhames and ever twitchier Simon Pegg) searching for two halves of something that could destroy mankind if it gets into the wrong hands, namely an interlocking key. The wrong hands are those of cyber terrorist Gabriel (Esai Morales) aided by an ultra violent white widow (Vanessa Kirby) both of them competing with Hayley Mills’ master – mistress? – thief. Rebecca Ferguson also reprises her role as MI6 agent Ilsa Faust from MI’s ROGUE NATION and FALLOUT and between them we get a series of ever-more frantic, if almost implausible chases including, as in DIAL OF DESTINY, a nail-biting battle atop a speeding train. Director/co-writer Christopher McQuarrie’s third turn at the helm proves that he understands what audiences want from the BOURNE, BOND and MI oeuvres and delivers it with exactly the right amount of tension, gravitas and confidence.

27 Aug ANDREW RIEU’S 2023

MAASTRICHT CONCERT: LOVE IS ALL AROUND Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, 7pm, 01885 488575.

26 & 27 Aug ANDREW RIEU’S 2023

MAASTRICHT CONCERT: LOVE IS ALL AROUND Wyeside, Builth Wells, 7pm, 01982 552555. Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells 01584 811442.

1 Sept FLEABAG

National Theatre. Montgomery Town Hall, 7.30pm, www.ticketsource.co.uk/ montgomery-movie-club

WORKSHOPS

Every Tuesday YOUTH CAFE

A safe place where young people can meet and share creative activites including music, drama and films. For ages 8-16 years, free. The Hive, Belmont, Shrewsbury, 01743 234970

Wednesdays

FILM MAKING CLUB

The Courtyard, Hereford, 5.15pm & 6.45pm, £73 per term, 01432 340555.

Andrew Rieu’s 2023 Maastricht concert

dance Dance Workshops

Single, dated listings are free. Year round entries £40.

Every Thurs in August

SILVER SWANS

Ballet for the over 55s. Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 2.30-3.30pm, 01584 811442.

Sun 20 August

STEP SESSION

Monkland Arms, Monkland, near Leominster, 7.30pm, 01568 720510.

GROOVE DANCE CLASSES Unite in a simple move, dance in your own unique way. No experience necessary. All fitness levels welcome. First class FREE! Kington, Hay-on-Wye, Winforton. And gentler classes in Kington. Dance for Parkinson’s in Leominster. www.groovewithelly.co.uk for more information.

SHIMMY CENTRAL WITH ALANYA Open Level Adult

Belly Dance Classes. Bodenham Parish Hall, HR1 3LB. 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month, 1-3pm. Pay-as-yougo - please book by the previous Wednesday. For full information visit www.alanyabellydance.com or call Abbie on 07962 161081.

LEARN 2 JIVE 50’S SWING STYLE CLASSES

Mon - Bartestree Village Hall, Hereford. Silvester Horne Institute, Church Stretton. Tues - Pembridge Village Hall. SaxonHall. Ludlow Assembly Rooms. Wed - Burford Village Hall, Tenbury Wells. Holy Trinity Parish Hall, Malvern. Lyppard HUB, Worcester. Thurs - Ledbury Dance Studio, Bye Street. Abberley Village Hall. SunEardisley Village Hall. For more information please e-mail info@coolmovesdance.co.uk Matt or Sarah on 01989 750354. www.coolmovesdance.co.uk

Coolmoves Dance & Fitness for adults.

COURTYARD, HEREFORD CLASSES

Adult Classes. Mon - Contemporary Dance with LG Dance, 6.30pm. www.lauragale.co.uk. Tues - Street Jazz with LG Dance, 7.15pm. www.lauragale.co.uk Wed - Adult Irish Dance, 8pm. ludwigtheatrearts.com. Thurs - Silver Swans Adult Ballet, 1.30pm & 2.30pm. www.starlightcompany.co.uk Thurs - Adult Performance Class with LG Dance, 8pm., www.laruagale.co.uk Fri - Chance to Dance, 10.15pm. Junior Classes with LG Dance. Mon - Junior Contemporary, 4.30pm. Mon - Senior Contemporary, 5.30pm. Tues - Junior Street Jazz, 5.15pm. Tues - Senior Street Jazz, 6.15pm. Thurs - Mini Musicals, 5.30pm. Thurs - Junior Musical Theatre, 5.30pm. Thurs Senior Musical Theatre, 6.40pm. www.lauragale.co.uk WedIrish Dance with Ludwig Theatre Arts, Beginners (6+) 6pm, advanced 7pm. Fri - Dancing Tots for ages 2-4, 11.30am. The Courtyard, Hereford, 01432 340555.

Fortnightly Saturdays CHORUS LINE Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 07943 417561.

Tuesdays FOXWHELP MORRIS Why not try Morris dancing? We practice every 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 Paul 01497 821003 or Jed 07549 096291.

Tuesdays, Thursdays - Saturdays MID WALES DANCE ACADEMY Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 07943 417561.

Wednesdays SOLO LATINO DANCE Parish Hall, Hay-on-Wye, 7pm. Mely 07837 169505.

Wednesdays BIG FISH LITTLE FISH FOR MUMS & TOTS! Dance Centre, Llandrindod Wells, 2-3pm, £3 drop in, for tots aged 8 months+, 01597 824370.

Thursdays WILD WEST SALSA Left Bank Village, Bridge St, Hereford, 7.45pm, £6, students £5, social dance only £4, 01432 357753.

Thursdays JENNY PIPES MORRIS is a lively well established female Morris side looking for new dancers to join us, all abilities welcome including beginners. If you are a musician (male or female) looking to play for Morris dancing, then please join us and have some fun! We dance Cotswold and Border Morris, practicing on Thursday evenings at 7.30 at Stoke Prior Village Hall, Leominster, HR6 0LG. Contact Helen 07821 411236 or Rose 07815169566.

Fridays ROSS FOLK DANCE CLUB Bridstow Village Hall, Ross-on-Wye, 8 - 10 pm. Dancing a mixture of English and American folk dances, Playford and contra styles. No partner or experience needed, all welcome. Contact Helen 01531 826087 or Cecilia 07747754214. Website: rossfdc.org.uk Email: info@rossfdc.org.uk

Fortnightly Sunday HIGHFLYERS YOUTH DANCE COMPANY For ages 11-18 with disabilities or additional needs and their siblings. All welcome. The Hive, Belmont, Shrewsbury, 2-4pm, 01743 234970 or email Rachel youthsidance@gmail.com

England’s Gate Inn, Bodenham

IT says something of the clear presence of the wide Welsh Marches that this deeply rooted C16th pub should be called England’s Gate when it’s at least twenty miles east of the modern border. Since he arrived in Herefordshire thirty-five years ago, Mr Pernickety has been aware that the inhabitants of that area, although they won’t say so, are generally a great deal more Celtic than Anglo-Saxon, and the influence of the Welsh lingered as far as Worcester long after King Offa had built his dyke. The tensions this creates in the borderland between the mouth of the Dee and the Severn Estuary is written about with great perception and humour by Mike Parker in his new book All the Wide Border, which Mr P enthusiastically applauds.

England’s Gate Inn is a picturesque, sprawling timber framed hostelry set on a prominent road junction. It must have been serving drovers and travellers on their way to Gloucester, and the local farming folk for centuries. The gossip, bragging and shameless calumny of a thousand deceased boozers seem still to seep out of the ancient beamery and the much worn flagstones on the floor.

It has a somewhat wobbly history, even within memory. When Mr Pernickety first went to lean on the bar there, some three decades ago, seeking colourful low-lifes with which to people the novels he was writing, it was overseen by a landlord of bogus grandness called Tony S….., a purveyor of bullshit on an epic scale. He’d been given the pub by his wealthy parents who were aware of their progeny’s volatile and unreliable nature; they hoped that the inn would always provide him with a roof over his head and an income from selling beer. By that stage, in his late fifties, he was enthusiastically insulting most of his punters while boring them with the saga of all the money he’d lost in the Lloyds insurance market. He’d let the business decline so far that the beer would change monthly to more and more obscure and distant breweries who would still give him credit, and the supply of electricity, disconnected by the MEB, was provided by a rackety generator in the back, fuelled by red diesel, with which, for a while, he also used to pay his only employee. In the end, his own much abused body got the better of him and that haphazard era for the pub ended.

Mr P continued to enjoy its simple pleasures for a while, witnessing the burning of a vast beam over the big open fire, which luckily failed to destroy the building, and seeing it replaced with large log hauled from the River Lugg by the infamous local Rat-Catcher. He even recalls winning a karaoke competition there, with the prize of a free dinner, at least two decades ago.

Mr P hadn’t been there since, until last week, when he revisited it for the first time with his Lovely Companion, to

have a look at the place again and, while there to review it for the readers of the Woolly Organ.

He arrived as always with an open mind, unbiased by nostalgia, prepared to tell the ugly truth if necessary. It was early on a Friday evening; the carpark was full, the bar crowded. He was delighted to see the place still functioning as a proper country pub. The tables, all of honest pine and construction, were already filling up, As he guzzled pint of Butty Bach, Mr P found that not a lot had changed in the bar since we was last there, which pleased him. When he and the LC were shown to a nice little table in a corner by a window, they were pleased to see a clearly presented menu of just enough variety and good solid choices. The LC, always a sucker for Tex/ Mex food after a long sojourn in California, had a bowl of Nachos with Little Hereford Cheese, which pleased her with their crispiness and the piquancy of the salsa. Mr P had a bowl of Creamy Garlic Chestnut Mushrooms, which actually tasted like real mushrooms. So far, they agreed, so good. Looking around, Mr P saw none of the things that usually annoy him in pretentious pubs serving food, helped by a complete absence of music, unneeded above the warm murmur of pub conversation.

Mr P felt he needed a good shot of protein and ordered a steak. There was an 8oz rump on offer at £15.65 with an extra option of a pepper sauce. The menu informed him that all the meat was supplied by Mark Hurds of Weobley, which was encouraging. He asked for and was served a genuinely rare steak - a good, tender, succulent piece of beef, served with Stowford Press Cider Battered Onion Rings and a bowl of excellent, ungreasy chips. The LC meanwhile was eating a Gratin of Hake and Salmon in a Cheese and Leek Sauce, deliciously full of flavour. There is clearly a more than competent chef in at the England’s Gate Inn. The merlot Mr P drank was good and fresh, the service polite and charming. With a Lemon Roulade, ice cream and strawberries to end with, Mr Pernickety was delighted that he was able to declare this one-time old haunt of his a thoroughly good place to meet and eat, by any of his own exacting standards.

Mr Pernickety - info@misterpermickety.com

EVENTS

Until Thurs 3 August FAULTY TOWERS - THE DINING EXPERIENCE

Become part of the action as Basil, Sybil and Manuel serve up mayhem on a plate alongside a 3-course meal and two hours of non-stop laughter. With 70% improvised, this is an interactive comedy spectacular. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7pm, 01432 340555.

Mon 7 August JAZZ CAFE AT BILLS

Pop-up jazz event. Meal and music for £25, just music

£15. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7pm, 01584 878141.

Sat 12 August DINE IN THE DARK

Put your senses to the test. Enjoy a three course meal in complete darkness, relying on sense of smell, touch and taste. Meat, fish or vegetarian option. The Courtyard, Hereford, 6.30pm, 01432 340555.

Sat 18 August COMMUNITY COFFEE MORNING

Cathedral Close, Hereford Cathedral, 10am-12.30pm, free event, no booking required.

Sat 18 August GREGYNOG FOODIE NIGHT

In the Courtyard Cafe, Gregynog Hall, near Newtown, £20, to book, 01686 650224 or email enquiries@gregynog.org

Mon 21 August FOLK CAFE AT BILLS

Pop-up folk event. Meal and music for £25, just music

£15. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7pm, 01584 878141.

Sat 26 - Mon 28 August

HEREFORD INDIE FOOD FESTIVAL

Local street food, makers market, produce market, live music and more. Aubrey St, (Behind Green Dragon Hotel), Hereford, www.herefordindiefood.com

Sat 2 & Sun 3 September NEWTOWN FOOD FESTIVAL

Celebrating food and music. Newtown, www.newtownfoodfestival.co.uk

Every Thurs in August BOTTOMLESS SMALL PLATES

Enjoy a range of delicious dishes served to you course after course, allowing you to indulge in as many as you like, with half a bottle of wine per person. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7pm, 01432 340555.

Every Saturday LUDLOW COUNTRY MARKET 9am-12pm at The Womens Centre, Ludlow. Local produce, handicrafts, plants & veg, cut flowers, cards.

First Saturday of every month (except August) FARMER’S MARKET Produce, craft, gifts, kitchen cafe open. Eaton Bishop Village Hall, 10am-12pm.

First Saturday of every month PRESTEIGNE LOCAL FOOD MARKET Memorial Hall Presteigne, 9am-1pm.

The best collection of artisan food producers in the area.

2nd and 4th Saturday of every month KNIGHTON COMMUNITY MARKET Knighton Community Centre, 9.30am-12.30pm, 07751 221487.

2nd Saturday of every month LEOMINSTER FARMER’S MARKET Corn Square, 9am-1pm, 01568 797427.

Third Saturday of every month PRODUCE MARKET Hightown Community Rooms, Vicarage Rd. Clun, 10.00am - 12.00pm. 01547 520332.

3rd Saturday of every month BURGERS, BYTES & BOARDGAMES

Table top games in good company, fast food and drinks on tap! Play in-house games or bring some of your own to share. Pot & Page, New St, Ledbury, 7.30pm, please book, www.potandpage.co.uk

3rd Saturday of every month FARMER’S MARKET

Bishop’s Castle Town Hall, 9am-1pm, 01588 630023.

Every Monday HEREFORD LEFT BANK Half price on all food and drinks from 5-7pm. Coffee House (overlooking the river), Left Bank Village, Hereford, www.theleftbankvillage.co.uk

1st Thursday EVENING FARMER’S MARKET

The Barn, Ledbury, 6-8pm. www.ledburyfoodgroup.org

Every Thursday MONTGOMERY TOWN MARKET

Regular stalls on the lower floor. First Thurs of the month, using both floors with community cafe. Open 9am-3pm, www.montgomery-wales.co.uk/market 07790 100462.

Every Thursday HAY MARKET DAY Local produce, meat and fish, hot food, artisan bread, cakes, crafts, vintage, plants. Memorial Square and Clock Tower, Hay-on-Wye, 9am-2.30pm, www.haymarkets.co.uk

Every 2nd & 4th Thursday LUDLOW LOCAL PRODUCE MARKET Castle Square, 9am-2pm, 01584 872043. Every Friday KINGTON PRODUCE/CRAFTS MARKET Market Hall, Kington, 9am-1pm, 07867 483135.

FOOD BYTES

Why not advertise? Only £40 per year.

AARDVARK BOOKS LTD, THE BOOKERY, MANOR FARM, BRAMPTON BRYAN, BUCKNELL 01547 530888 Cafe serving refreshments, cakes etc.

Tuesday - Sunday 10am-4pm and Bank Holiday Mondays.

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. Tues-Sat 9.30am-3pm. With The Green Bean Shop/Deli under the same roof.

THE ORGASMIC CIDER COMPANY, GREAT PARTON, EARDISLEY, HEREFORDSHIRE, HR3 6NX 01544 327244 or 07773 037448 Craft cider and perry off licence and gift shop with local products. Open Friday and Saturday 12 to 5pm. Group tours available.

RHOS MARKET GARDEN, KNIGHTON 01547 528315 Growers & providers of organic veg, fruit & flowers. Eco cleaning products & refills. Large range of groceries & wholefoods. The Old Garage Shop Knighton LD7 1EN. Wed. - Fri. 9 - 4, Sat. 10 - 2. Free parking. Organic veg boxes delivered to collection points in Presteigne, Knighton and Beguildy. rhosorganic@outlook.com www.rhosorganic.co.uk

THE WORKHOUSE CAFE, INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, PRESTEIGNE 01544 267864 Cafe, gallery, light lunches, good coffee, homemade cakes. Wed-Sat 10am - 4pm.

YE OLDE TAVERN, KINGTON 01544 231417

Food served Wed-Fri 5pm-9pm, Sat 12pm-9pm, Sun 12pm-8pm. Thursday Steak Night, 8oz Rump and a drink, £12.50.

Why not advertise your eating establishment? IT’S ONLY £40 FOR THE WHOLE YEAR

Just post the wording you require (around 40 words), together with a cheque payable to ‘Broad Sheep’ and post to: The Lodge, Westhide, Hereford, HR1 3RQ

AUGUST

Tues 1 August

REIKO FUJISAWA AND FRIENDS

‘Forests & Flowers’. Virtuoso pianist with a flair for creating innovatively themed programmes in collaboration with some of the UK’s top wind and string players. St Laurence’s Church, Church Stretton, 7.30pm, £16, students £8, www.strettonfestival.org Part of Church Stretton Arts Festival.

ORGAN CONCERTS 2023

Featuring Timothy Ravalde from Chichester Cathedral. Hereford Cathedral, 1.15pm, free with retiring collection, 01432 374212.

Wed 2 August

DAVE LUKE AND CHUCK MICALLEF

Curry night. Nori’s Cafe, Leominster, 7.15pm, £25 includes meal. Please book in advance, 01584 831386, noriscafe@yahoo.com

TELFORD ACOUSTIC CLUB

The Crown Inn, Oakengates, Telford, 7.30pm, 01952 610888.

CALLUM SMART & RICHARD UTTLEY

Callum Smart is one of Britain’s finest young violinists. This duo recital with pianist Richard Uttley will include music by Mozart, Brahms, Kate Whitley and Richard Strauss. St Laurence’s Church, Church Stretton, 7.30pm, £14, students £7, www.strettonfestival.org

Part of Church Stretton Arts Festival.

Thurs 3 August

FONTANELLA

Featuring four professional recorder players. ‘The Delightful Companion’, a recital focused on English music from the 17th century. St Laurence’s Church, Church Stretton, 7.30pm, £16, students £8, www.strettonfestival.org

Part of Church Stretton Arts Festival.

Fri 4 August

KENSINGTON BRASS

Members write and arrange their repertoire to form an original and exciting programme. St Laurence’s Church, Church Stretton, 7.30pm, £16, students £8, www.strettonfestival.org

Part of Church Stretton Arts Festival.

OPEN MIC

The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm. ACOUSTIC SESSION

Monkland Arms, Monkland, near Leominster.

BREAKING GROUND

Gordon Bennetts, St Peter’s Square, Hereford, 9pm, 01432 360250.

JEB LOY NICHOLS & CLOVIS PHILLIPS

Mid Wales Arts, Caersws, near Newtown, 7.30pm, £10, www.midwalesarts.org

GAMMA RAVE + NATIONAL MILK BAR + KAIJU BLUE

Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 9pm.

THE RUNDLE ENSEMBLE

Music for a Summer’s Evening performed by Wynne Harries, oboe; John Parsons, violin; Andrea Harries, cello and Roger Allen, piano. Holy Trinity Church, Bosbury, HR8 1QT, 7pm, £10, children free, 01531 670634 or on the door. Refreshments available. In aid of Bosbury Organ Restoration Fund.

INNOCENT CRIMINALS

The Squirrel, Foldgate Lane, Ludlow, 8.30pm.

ABBA SUMMER OUTDOOR TERRACE PARTY

Abba tribute. The Buttermarket, Howard St, Shrewsbury, 4pm, 07498 966606.

SHOP FRONT HEROES

Albert’s Shed, Telford.

FLEETWOOD BAC

Tribute band. The Pavilion Mid Wales, Llandrindod Wells, 8pm, 01597 258118.

BRECON CATHEDRAL

Lunchtime concert featuring Martha Powell, harp. Brecon Cathedral, 1pm.

Sat 5 August

DIRTY ROCKIN’ SCOUNDRELS

Rock ‘n’ roll music of the 50s and 60s. Silvester Horne Institute, Church Stretton, 7.30pm, £14, students £7, www.strettonfestival.org Part of Church Stretton Arts Festival.

RUBBLE

Gordon Bennetts, St Peter’s Square, Hereford, 9pm, 01432 360250.

Sat

5 August

CAR BOOT SALE

Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, Craven Arms, 2-4.30pm, £5 per boot, pre-booking only 01588 676060.

EGO FRIENDLY

Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 9pm.

WILD HARE CLUB SUMMER PARTY

Featuring Blackberry Wood, crazy-wild, vaudeville, circus music from Canada. Plus Vaginapocalypse, punk-fired folk, plus DJ Debbie Golt (reggae, ska, African and world beats. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 7.30pm, £12, www.wildhareclub.com

A FOREIGNER JOURNEY

The music of Foreigner and Journey. The Pavilion Mid Wales, Llandrindod Wells, 7.30pm, 01597 258118.

CLUN VALLEY JAZZ

Featuring James Allsopp Quartet. SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle, 07768 504322, clunvalleyjazz@gmail.com

KNUCKLAS VILLAGE FETE

Live music, dog display and fun dog show, stalls selling local artisan goods, teas, bar and barbecue, face painting and children’s fancy-dress competition, come as your favourite animal! In aid of Knucklas Community Land Project. 12pm-5pm.

Sun 6 August

BRECON JAZZ

Jazz @ The Marquee. A day of family jazz, salsa and funk music performances and activities for all ages. Daytime samba, art, dance and craft workshops. Food and drink stalls. Live music starts at The Showground Marquee, 2pm featuring Rachel Hayward Swing Quartet, Fiesta Resistance (Cuban salsa) and Funkyard (dance jazz). Brecon, www.breconjazz.org

TOM BODDISON

Jazz and blues. The Crown Inn, Oakengates, Telford, 4pm, 01952 610888.

HARP SUMMER SCHOOL

Featuring all 30+ students: ranging from advanced to beginners, with the latter coming from local schools. Gwernyfedd High School, 2.30pm, £8, www.glasburyarts.co.uk

THE LUDLOW JAZZ COLLECTIVE

The Cliffe, Dinham, near Ludlow, 12.30-3pm, 01584 872063.

CHARITY QUIZ NIGHT

For Marches Family Network. The Oak Inn, Staplow, HR8 1NP, 7pm, 01531 640954.

ELORI SAXL

New York experimental electonic composer. Unitarian Church, Shrewsbury, 6.45pm, www.skiddle.com/e/36372349

Mon 7 August

HARMONIEMUSIK

Five musicians present a varied programme for flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, recorder, piano and harpsichord. St Laurence’s Church, Church Stretton, 7.30pm, £14, students £7, www.strettonfestival.org Part of Church Stretton Arts Festival.

JAZZ CAFE AT BILLS

Pop-up jazz event featuring Organized Trio. Meal and music for £25, just music £15. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7pm, 01584 878141.

CIDER CITY JAZZMEN

The Barrels, St Owen St, Hereford.

BRIMFIELD FOLK CLUB

Brimfield Village Hall, 7.30pm, 01584 711480. Bring your own drink/glasses.

Tues 8 August

ORGAN CONCERTS 2023

Featuring Douglas Tang. Hereford Cathedral, 1.15pm, free with retiring collection, 01432 374212.

Wed 9 August

TELFORD ACOUSTIC CLUB

The Crown Inn, Oakengates, Telford, 7.30pm, 01952 610888.

MERAKI DUO

Featuring Meera Maharaj, flute and James Girling, guitar. Exploring arrangements of music from Scubert and Dvorak classics through Piazzolla to Pascoal and Gismontie folk rock. St Laurence’s Church, Church Stretton, 7.30pm, £12, students £6.

www.strettonfestival.org

Part of Church Stretton Arts Festival.

Thurs 10 August

THE TRIALS OF CATO

While paying clear homage to folk music’s traditional roots, they add a catchy and modern twist. Silvester Horne Institute, 7.30pm, £16, students £8. www.strettonfestival.org Part of Church Stretton Arts Festival.

Fri 11 August

FOLK IN THE FOYER

Featuring Mike Silver. Plus support from The Clarkes & Co. Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, 8pm, £10, 01885 488575.

OPEN MIC

The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm. THE DUBLIN JACKS

The Squirrel, Foldgate Lane, Ludlow, 8.30pm.

Blackberry Wood, Wild Hare Club

Meraki Duo, Church Stretton Arts Festival

Fri 11 August

BONGO’S BINGO + AFTER PARTY LIVE

The Buttermarket, Howard St, Shrewsbury, 6pm, 07498 966606.

BRECON JAZZ 40TH EDITION

Public Opening, concerts at main venues, outdoor music, workshop, Frazz Parade. Featuring LaVon Hardison, Fusion, New Orleans Jazz Quintet, Ukulele Jazz Orchestra and Singalong and Edison Herbert Quartet. Venues throughout Brecon, www.breconjazz.org

LITTLE GHOST + BRASSHOUSE + MILLIE MAY

Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 9pm.

DANTE QUARTET

One of the UK’s finest string ensembles. St Laurence’s Church, Church Stretton, 7.30pm, £16, students £8. www.strettonfestival.org

Part of Church Stretton Arts Festival.

CALL OF THE KRAKEN

Gordon Bennetts, St Peter’s Square, Hereford, 9pm, 01432 360250.

BRECON CATHEDRAL

Lunchtime concert featuring James Davies and Jon Pilgrim. Brecon Cathedral, 1pm.

MATT WOOSEY TRIO

West Malvern Social Club, Malvern Rd, Malvern, 8pm, 07974 725374.

Sat 12 August

BRECON JAZZ

Featuring All Stars of Brecon Jazz, Wonderbrass and Frazz Parade, Annette Walker & Gary Crosby Trio, Emma Rawicz with Gary Brunton Trio. Venues throughout Brecon. www.breconjazz.org

HOT2TROT

Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 9pm.

NICK AND JANE

The Popastic duo performing the greatest hits of the 60s and 70s in the open air for Hereford Bid. Outside the Buttermarket, High Town, Hereford, 10.30am-12.30pm.

DJ HONEY B MCKENNA

The Electric Emporium. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8.30pm.

DRAG QUEEN BINGO

With Demeanor McCall and Misty Monique. Corn Exchange, High St, Ross-on-Wye, 7pm, £8, 01989 763174.

UNDAUNTED

The Compasses, Ludlow.

BLACK HEART ANGELS

Gordon Bennetts, St Peter’s Square, Hereford, 9pm, 01432 360250.

CARIBBEAN PARTY

Featuring Caribbean Rootz, Jerk Chicken Shack, Reggae DJs, Caribbean cocktails. The Left Bank Bridge St, Hereford, 8.30pm, £12, www.theleftbankvillage.co.uk

THE RONALDOS SUMMER FIESTA

The Buttermarket, Howard St, Shrewsbury, 4pm, 07498 966606.

THE PONTIACS

Malvern Cube, Albert Road North, 7.30pm, £12, www.malverncube.com

SHE ’KOYOKH

A rousing evening of Balkan music. Concord College, Church Stretton, 7.30pm, £20, students £10. www.strettonfestival.org

Part of Church Stretton Arts Festival.

Sun 13 August

BRECON JAZZ

Featuring Rachel Starritt Trio, Faith i Branko & Guests, Festival Big Band & La Von Hardison, Dionne Bennett & Friends. Venues throughout Brecon. www.breconjazz.org

LITTLE RUMBA

Six Bells, Bishop’s Castle, 5pm.

TWO’S COMPANY

Luba and Richard Tunnicliffe, viola and cello. A relaxed duo concerts for all ages. Clun Methodist Church, 12pm, free, 07811 967114, www.clunvalleymusic.co.uk

BACK PORCH

Richmond Place Club, Edgar St, Hereford, 3.15pm.

Tues 15 August

ORGAN CONCERTS 2023

Featuring Jonathan Allsopp from Southwell Minster. Hereford Cathedral, 1.15pm, free with retiring collection, 01432 374212.

Wed 16 August

AMERICANA SESSION

Monkland Arms, Monkland, near Leominster.

TELFORD ACOUSTIC CLUB

The Crown Inn, Oakengates, Telford, 7.30pm, 01952 610888.

IRELAND: THE SHOW

Featuring an all-star Irish cast accompanied by Keltic Storm Band and world champion Gael Force Irish dancers. Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, £25, 01600 772467.

Fri 18 August

BRECON CATHEDRAL

Lunchtime concert featuring Paul Woods and Stephen Power - flute and piano. Brecon Cathedral, 1pm.

OPEN MIC

The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm.

THE ALLEY CATS

Gordon Bennetts, St Peter’s Square, Hereford, 9pm, 01432 360250.

OPEN MIC

The Rose and Crown, Ludlow, 8pm. Hosted by Mark Richards. Please pre-book your slot, markianrichards@ hotmail.com

SUMMER BLUES & ROOTS EVENING

Featuring Eddy Garty’s Blues State UK, Micha Sprenger (from Holland), Stephane Dambry (from France), Paul Richie & Mary Robbs, other guests to be confirmed. Priest Weston Village Hall, near Chirbury/Churchstoke. Real ale bar, snacks, 6pm till late, £10, 07740 124513.

HAY MUSIC

Featuring The Albion Brass Consort. Music of six centuries from the Renaissance to improvised jazz. The Castle, Hay-on-Wye, 7.30pm, £17.50, under 25s £8.75, tickets from Hay TIC and www.haycastletrust.org

www.haymusic.org

FORBIDDEN PLEASURE

The male revue show live. The Buttermarket, Howard St, Shrewsbury, 6pm, 07498 966606.

I DON’T BELIEVE ANYMORE + ADULT PLAY + ORBITAL SMASH

Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 9pm.

ENGLISH MUSIC SESSION

The Blue Boar, Ludlow, 8.30pm, 07887 535893.

Sat 19 August

OUTDOOR HARRY STYLES ROOFTOP PARTY

Celebrating all things Harry Styles. The Buttermarket, Howard St, Shrewsbury, 5pm, 07498 966606.

BLACK HEART ANGELS

Albert’s Shed, Shrewsbury, 9pm.

THE CONSPIRACY THEORY

Gordon Bennetts, St Peter’s Square, Hereford, 9pm, 01432 360250.

ORGAN RECITAL

By Laurence John, Assistant Director of Music at St David’s Cathedral. St Mary’s Church, Ross-on-Wye, 7.30pm, £10 from Ticketsource or at the door.

JIGANTICS

The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 7.30pm.

SATURDAY SPECTACULAR

Featuring events both inside and outside the cathedral. With music from Whiskey River Acoustic Quartet inside at 12pm, followed by Vocalise choir at 1pm, Cider City Jazz at 2pm. Outdoor stage features Bandemonium, Liv42Day and the Three Fiddles Project. Children’s activities and craft fair, tasty food and ice creams, refreshments and bar. Hereford Cathedral Close, 11am-5pm.

Sat 19 August

BRECON JAZZ 40TH EDITION

Jazz on Film screening plus special concerts featuring Hot Club Gallois, Venues throughout Brecon, www.breconjazz.org

UNDAUNTED

The Black Star, Stourport-on-Severn.

TOTALLY TINA TURNER LIVE

Tribute. The Left Bank, Bridge St, Hereford, 8pm, £14, www.theleftbankvillage.co.uk

THE INNOCENT CRIMINALS

Royal George, Lingen, plus barbeque, 01544 267322.

JOHN BLACKWELL

West Malvern Social Club, Malvern Rd, Malvern, 8pm, 07974 725374. Sun 20 August

BRECON JAZZ 40TH EDITION

Featuring film screening plus Baires

Connection Julieta Iglesias, Tango Trio, Zoe Rhaman Octet: Festival Special concert, The Baroness & Monk BJF livestream from London. At venues throughout Brecon. www.breconjazz.org

BIG JOE BONE

Bluegrass and more. The Crown Inn, Oakengates, Telford, 4pm, 01952 610888.

TWO’S COMPANY

Andrew Watts,bassoon/clarinet/ bagpipes and Nicola Barbagli, oboe/ recorders/accordion. A relaxed duo concerts for all ages. Clun Methodist Church, 12pm, free, 07811 967114, www.clunvalleymusic.co.uk

MACHYNLLETH MUSIC FESTIVAL

Featuring Cymanfa Ganu. The Tabernacle, Machynlleth, 7.30pm, season ticket £220-£180, 01654 703355, www.moma.cymru

MUSICAL FUNDRAISER

Featuring local artists with Indian street food and ice-cream van. The Oak Inn, Staplow, HR8 1NP, 4-8pm, free event, 01531 640954.

IAIN MATTHEWS

Founder member of Fairport Conventuion performs a special open-air gig. Playing songs from across his career. Shrewsbury Castle, 7pm, £25, 01743 281281.

Mon 21 August

FOLK CAFE AT BILLS

Pop-up folk event. Meal and music for £25, just music £15. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7pm, 01584 878141.

MACHYNLLETH MUSIC FESTIVAL

Featuring an afternoon with Dafydd Iwan and Edward Morus. 1pm, £15-£5. Three Soloists with Rhian Lois, Trystan Llyr Griffiths and Steffan Lloyd Owen, 7.30pm, £20-£5. The Tabernacle, Machynlleth, Season ticket £220-£180, 01654 703355, www.moma.cymru

Tues 22 August

JULIA KOZAKOVA

Accompanied by the best contemporary Roma musicians from Slovakia on their summer tour. St George’s Church, Vicarage Rd, Clun, 7.30pm, £15, children free, tickets 07733 249791 or email ruthangell@gmail.com

MACHYNLLETH MUSIC FESTIVAL

Featuring a children’s concert: The Flying Seagulls! 1pm, free. Cor Godre’r Aran with Sion Eilir and Elis Jones, 7.30pm, £20-£5. Season ticket £220-£180. The Tabernacle, Machynlleth, 01654 703355, www.moma.cymru

ORGAN CONCERTS 2023

Featuring Timothy Parsons from St Edmundsbury Cathedral. Hereford Cathedral, 1.15pm, free with retiring collection, 01432 374212.

Iain Matthews

Wed 23 August

HARP SUMMER SCHOOL

Featuring Eleri Darkins, Manon Browning, Alis Huws, Adriano Sangineto and Emily Harris. Gwernyfedd High School, 7.30pm, £10, under 18s £5, www.glasburyarts.co.uk

Pre-event meal option at Gwernyfed Walled Garden Cafe, vegetarian twocourse meal £15pp, booking before 13 Aug at www.gwernyfedwalledgarden. co.uk

TELFORD ACOUSTIC CLUB

The Crown Inn, Oakengates, Telford, 7.30pm, 01952 610888.

MACHYNLLETH MUSIC FESTIVAL

Featuring Songs of Manusa: Julia Kozakova and her Band, 7.30pm, £22-£5. Season ticket £220-£180. The Tabernacle, Machynlleth, 01654 703355, www.moma.cymru

Thurs 24 August

PRESTEIGNE FESTIVAL

‘In The Mists’. Mathilde Milwidsky, violin and Ivana Gavric, piano. Programme includes Leos Janacek, Cheryl Frances-Hoad and Ninfea Cruttwell-Reade. St Andrew’s Church, Presteigne, 3.30pm, £20/£15, students £6. ‘The Diary of One Who Disappeared’. Zoe Drummond, soprano; Mark Wilde, tenor; Angharad Rowlands, mezzo-soprano; Christopher Good, speaker; Timothy End, piano; Festival Ensemble; George Vass, conductor. St Andrew’s Church, Presteigne, 7pm, £30/£25, student £6. 01544 267800, www.presteignefestival. com

MACHYNLLETH MUSIC FESTIVAL

Schubertiade: Lunchtime Concert, 1pm, £15-£5. Elisabeth Leonskaja with Julius Drake, 7.30pm, £22-£5. Season ticket £220-£180. The Tabernacle, Machynlleth, 01654 703355, www.moma.cymru

ESCAPE ROOM

It is 1890, you have been accused of embezzling money from the Vicar’s Choral funds and been shut in the Old Chapel until the police arrive. You have one hour... Hereford Cathedral, £60 per session for groups of up to six people. Booking essential. www.herefordcathedral.org

QUIZ

Every team gets a free homemade pizza, raffle and more. The Balance Inn, Luston, 8pm, £2, with all proceeds going to charity, 01568 616801.

Fri 25 August

THE LUDLOW JAZZ COLLECTIVE

Local quartet plays well-known standards, Latin and blues. Free entry, cocktails, light bites or book a table. The Cliffe, Dinham, near Ludlow, 6.30-9.30pm, 01584 872063.

MACHYNLLETH MUSIC FESTIVAL

2023 Glyndwr Award: Eleri Mills, 1pm, £10-£5. Salieca Trio, 7.30pm, £22-£5. Late Night by Candlelight: Marimba, 10pm, £15-£5. Season ticket £220-£180. The Tabernacle, Machynlleth,01654 703355, www.moma.cymru

THE COVER UPS

Gordon Bennetts, St Peter’s Square, Hereford, 9pm, 01432 360250.

OPEN MIC

Hundred House Inn, Purslow, Craven Arms, 8pm. Hosted by Mark Richards. Please pre-book your slot, email markianrichards@hotmail.com

ESCAPE ROOM

It is 1890, you have been accused of embezzling money from the Vicar’s Choral funds and been shut in the Old Chapel until the police arrive. You have one hour... Hereford Cathedral, £60 per session for groups of up to six people. Booking essential. www.herefordcathedral.org

BONGO’S BINGO + AFTER PARTY LIVE

The Buttermarket, Howard St, Shrewsbury, 6pm, 07498 966606.

ABSOLUTE REGGAE

This high energy show with a 10-piece band, includes a three-piece horn section and four vocalists. Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, 01432 340555.

FIX

The Squirrel, Foldgate Lane, Ludlow, 8.30pm.

Emma Rawicz

Janet Evra

Zoe Rahman

Brecon Jazz

Mathilde Milwidsky, Presteigne Festival

PRESTEIGNE FESTIVAL

‘Early One Morning’. Sarah Bennington, flute, Catriona Scott, clarinet and Anneke Hodnett, harp. Church of St Mary Magdalene, Leintwardine, 11.30am, £20, student £6. ‘Brahms Horn Trio’. Mathilde Milwidsky, violin; Alexei Watkins, horn and Ivana Gavric, piano. St Andrew’s Church, Presteigne, 2pm, £20/£15, student £6. ‘Silver Nocturnes’. Solem Quartet and Julien Ban Mellaerts, baritone. St Andrew’s Church, Presteigne, 7pm, £25/£18, student £6. 01544 267800, www.presteignefestival.com

OPEN MIC

The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm.

BRECON CATHEDRAL

Lunchtime concert featuring Fearghus Cooper and Donals Ellman, baritone and piano. Brecon Cathedral, 1pm.

SHREWSBURY FOLK FESTIVAL

Featuring Billy Bragg, Oysterband, Joachim Cooder, Moya Brennan, Breabach, Jiggy, Dreamers’ Circus, The Dhol Foundation DJ Set, Steve Knightley, Elephant Sessions, Baskery, The Cathy Jordan Trion, Dustbowl Revival, Spiers & Boden, Talisk, Gigspanner Big Band, Daphne’s Flight, N’Faly Kouyate, Maddy Prior & Forgotten Lands, Elles Bailey, N’famady Kouyate, Leveret, The Salts, Stolen From God, The Bar-Steward Sons of Val Doonican, Dana Immanuel & The Stolen Band, Scot Doonican, The Hanging Stars, Mishra, Good Habits, True Foxes, The Honeybees, Rapsquillion, Howay The Lasses, Ruth Angell. Dance bands include Exclusive Leveret 10th Anniversary Ceilidh, Bagas Fallyon, The Canny Band, The EFDSS Ceilidh Band, Lasair, Lil Jim, Melrose Ceilidh Band, Old Spot, Oscina, Peeping Tom, Topette!! and Whapweasel. Also featuring P@ndemonium, children’s festival, Refolkus youth festival, ceilidhs, Morris and dance teams, workshops, singarounds and sessions, craft fair, food village, camping and glamping, real ale, wine and cocktail bars. Day and weekend tickets. Shrewsbury, www.shrewsburyfolkfestival.co.uk

Sat 26 August

SHREWSBURY FOLK FESTIVAL

See 25 August for details. Shrewsbury, www.shrewsburyfolkfestival.co.uk

THE MASSIVE 90S + OOS RNB FESTIVAL

The Buttermarket, Howard St, Shrewsbury, 4pm, 07498 966606.

THE INSTITUTIONS

Gordon Bennetts, St Peter’s Square, Hereford, 9pm, 01432 360250.

NICK AND JANE

The Popastic duo performing the greatest hits of the 60s and 70s and more. Talgarth Festival of the Black Mountains, Talgarth, 10.30am.

HEREFORD INDIE FOOD FESTIVAL

Music and DJ sets from Craig Charles, The Undercover Hippy, Jetski, The Spitfires, Calum, Skinny Living, Bowie, Eliza May, Kinstrife, Natalie Holmes, RP McMurphy, Linerunners, Max STockin, Joseph Morris. Plus local street food, makers market, produce market and more. Aubrey St, (Behind Green Dragon Hotel), Hereford, www.herefordindiefood.com

MACHYNLLETH MUSIC FESTIVAL

Featuring Anthony Marwood and Friends, 1pm, £15-£5. Rachel Podger and Brecon Baroque, 7.30pm, £22-£5. Late Night by Candlelight: Balm for the Soul, 10pm, £15-£5. Season ticket £220-£180. The Tabernacle, Machynlleth, 01654 703355, www.moma.cymru

CALL OF THE KRAKEN

Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 9pm.

OCG

The Oxnam/Chapel Group. Fab tunes from the 60s to the present. High Town, Hereford, 10.30am-12.30pm.

MOJAM

Pop, rock, country, folk covers duo. Knighton Show & Carnival, 4pm.

PRESTEIGNE FESTIVAL

‘Gallery of Memories’. Zoe Drummond, soprano and Chris Hopkins, piano. St Andrew’s Church, Presteigne, 2pm, £20/£15, student £6. ‘Solem Quartet at Bleddfa’. St Mary Magdalene, Bleddfa, 4.30pm, £20, student £6. ‘The Innocent Fields’. Programme includes Benjamin Britten, Edward Gregson, Adrian Williams and Grace Williams.

St Andrew’s Church, Presteigne, 7pm, £28/£24, student £6. 01544 267800, www.presteignefestival.com

BOPERATOR BOOGIE BAND

Rip-roaring gig with seven seasoned musicians. Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, 7.30pm, 01885 488575.

SERIOUSLY COLLINS

The ultimate Phil Collins and Genesis experience. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, 01432 340555.

Sun 27 August

PRESTEIGNE FESTIVAL

‘Festival Eucharist’, featuring Choir of King’s College, London, Joseph Fort, director and Charles Maxtone-Smith, organ. St Andrew’s Church, Presteigne, 11am. ‘Homages and Preludes’. Ivana Gavric, piano. Programme includes Janacek, Cheryl Frances-Hoad, Huw Watkins and Rachmaninov. St Andrew’s Church, Presteigne, 2pm, £20/£15, student £6. ‘Choir of King’s College London at Leominster Priory’. Priory Church, Leominster, 4.30pm, £20, student £6. ‘Kegelstatt Trio’. Robert Plane, clarinet; Rachel Roberts, viola and Chris Hopkins, piano. St Andrew’s Church, Presteigne, 7pm, £25/£18, studen £6. 01544 267800, www.presteignefestival.com

UNDAUNTED

Wistanstow Fun Day.

HEREFORD INDIE FOOD FESTIVAL

See 26 Aug for details. Aubrey St, (Behind Green Dragon Hotel), Hereford, www.herefordindiefood.com

RICH AND DAVE

The Crown Inn, Oakengates, Telford, 4pm, 01952 610888.

TWO’S COMPANY

Andrew Watts, bassoon/recorders and Nicola Barbagli, oboe/accordion. A relaxed duo concerts for all ages. Clun Methodist Church, 12pm, free, 07811 967114, www.clunvalleymusic.co.uk

TEK’NI:K

The Buttermarket, Howard St, Shrewsbury, 3pm, 07498 966606.

Eddi Reader, Shrewsbury Folk Festival

SUPERNOVA - OASIS TRIBUTE

Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 9pm.

JOJO WAILS

The Vaga, Hereford, 6.30pm.

MACHYNLLETH MUSIC FESTIVAL

Coffee Concert, 11am, £15-£5. Festival Finale: Consone String Quartet, 3pm, £22-£5. Season ticket £220-£180. The Tabernacle, Machynlleth, 01654 703355, www.moma.cymru

MOJAM

Acoustic pop covers. The Stagg Inn, Titley, near Kington, 3-6pm.

LIVE MUSIC PIZZA GARDEN PARTY

Featuring local band Molly’s Gone Mad. Food served 6-7.30pm. The Oak Inn, Staplow, HR8 1NP, free event, 01531 640954.

DOMINO SUGAR

Gordon Bennetts, St Peter’s Square, Hereford, 9pm, 01432 360250.

SHREWSBURY FOLK FESTIVAL

See 25 August for details. Shrewsbury, www.shrewsburyfolkfestival.co.uk

Mon 28 August

SHREWSBURY FOLK FESTIVAL

See 25 August for details. Shrewsbury, www.shrewsburyfolkfestival.co.uk

HEREFORD INDIE FOOD FESTIVAL

See 26 Aug for details. Aubrey St, (Behind Green Dragon Hotel), Hereford, www.herefordindiefood.com

PRESTEIGNE FESTIVAL

‘Virtuoso Duos’. Mathilde Milwidsky, violin and Rachel Roberts, viola. St Michael’s Church, Discoed, 2.30pm, £20, student £6. ‘Festival Finale’. Robert Plane, clarinet; Mathilde Milwidsky, violin; Festival Orchestra; George Vass, conductor. Programme includes David Matthews, Electra Perivolaris, Roxanna Panufnik, Sarah Frances Jenkins and Tchaikovsky. St Andrew’s Church, Presteigne, 7pm, £28/£24, student £6. 01544 267800, www.presteignefestival.com

RED MADOC/JACK BRETT

Bank Holiday Vide Grenier. Tons of stalls with crafts, vintage, produce and more. Live music 11am-2pm, food and refreshments. Pitches £12, entry and car parking free. Aardvark Books and Cafe, The Bookery, Manor Farm, Brampton Bryan, near Bucknell, 9am-2pm, 01547 530744.

THE 8TH WAKE

Featuring Shed Wreckers 3pm, Debbie Parry Band 6pm and Steve Adjao Blues Giants 8.45pm. Richmond Place Club, Edgar St, Hereford.

Red Hot Chilli Pipers, Shrewsbury Folk Festival

Tues 29 August

ORGAN CONCERTS 2023

Featuring David Henning from Houston, Texas. Hereford Cathedral, 1.15pm, free with retiring collection, 01432 374212.

Thurs 31 August

DAN JONES & DAVE BRIGGS

The Crown Inn, Oakengates, Telford, 4pm, 01952 610888.

SEPTEMBER

Fri 1 September

GOLDWATER + SUPPORT + OPENER

Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 9pm.

AC/DC’S CHRIS SLADE LIVE

The Buttermarket, Howard St, Shrewsbury, 6.30pm, 07498 966606.

ACOUSTIC SESSION

Monkland Arms, Monkland, near Leominster.

Sat 2 September

COULD UB LOVED

Bob Marley vs UB40 Experience live. The Buttermarket, Howard St, Shrewsbury, 4pm, 07498 966606.

NEWTOWN FOOD FESTIVAL

Featuring music from Saxophone Sundae, Monty Folk, Abi Foster, Hafren Community Choir, Tommy Mills, Chameleon, Black Market, Circus Raj, Lucky Pierre, Built 4 Comfort and Smoke Like a Fish. Newtown, www.newtownfoodfestival. co.uk

CELEBRITY ORGAN RECITAL

By James Lancelot, formerly organist and Master of the Choristers at Durham Cathedral. Holy Trinity Church, Bosbury, HR8 1QT, 7pm, £10, children free, 01531 670634 or on the door, refreshments.

HEREFORD FOOD FESTIVAL

Featuring music from Rule The World, A Touch of Little Mix, Shop Front Heroes, 13 Rivers and Robyn Regan. www.herefordfoodfestival.co.uk

FEE FEE & THE SENTIMENTS

Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 9pm.

Sun 3 September

NEWTOWN FOOD FESTIVAL

Featuring music from Newtown Silver Band, Newtown Male Voice Choir, Maldwyn Strings and Ffonic. Newtown, www.newtownfoodfestival.co.uk

HEREFORD FOOD FESTIVAL

See 2 Sept for details. www.herefordfoodfestival.co.uk

TWO’S COMPANY

Featuring Alessandro and Roberto Ruisi, violins. A relaxed duo concerts for all ages. Clun Methodist Church, 12pm, free, 07811 967114, www.clunvalleymusic.co.uk

WILL KILLEEN

Queen’s Head, St James St, Monmouth, 01600 712767.

Mon 4 September

CIDER CITY JAZZMEN

The Barrels, St Owen St, Hereford.

BRIMFIELD FOLK CLUB

Featuring Sonya Smith, singer/songwriter. Brimfield Village Hall, 7.30pm, 01584 711480. Bring your own drink/glasses.

Tues 5 September

ORGAN CONCERTS 2023

Featuring Peter Dyke. Hereford Cathedral, 1.15pm, free with retiring collection, 01432 374212.

Music Workshops

Sun 6 August

BRECON JAZZ WORKSHOPS

Art, music, dance and craft workshops. Showground Marquee, Brecon, all day, www.breconjazz.org

Sat 12 August CHORAL WORKSHOP

REQUIEM & CANTIQUE de JEAN RACINE by GABRIEL FAURÉ. Led by Roger Langford and Hilary Norris. Special focus on Fauré’s original desire for his Requiem to be a reflective and comforting work. Previous workshops on Handel’s Coronation Anthems, Jenkins’s The Armed Man and Mendelssohn’s Elijah have all been enthusiastically received by participants. Homemade cake offered at halftime. St. Martin’s Church Hall, Ross Road HR2 7RJ, 10am-1pm.Cost - £15 + £2 if needing copies.Further details - Ring 07974 834072 or email singing4handh@gmail.com

Mon 21 - Fri 25 August LIVEWIRE SUMMER CENTRAL

Encore’s LIVEWIRE Central is back for the summer. Young people will play with like-minded musicians, create their own parts, perform on each other’s songs, make great friends, all capped off with a Hereford gig, audience welcome. Open to ages 11-21. For more information email lisa@encore-enterprises.com

Wed 23 - Sat 26 August HARP SUMMER SCHOOL

There are still a few places at this year’s summer school for harpists. Gwernyfedd High School, Three Cocks, near Glasbury-on-Wye. Full details www.glasburyarts.co.uk

Sat 9 September FINDING YOUR VOICE

Singing Workshop with Cantorion Llandrindod. Led by Hilary Cox. Holy Trinity Church, Llandrindod Wells, 10.30am-1.30pm, £5. To book and further information, 01597 810601 or email secretary@cantorion-llandrindod.org

Sat 16 September BORDER MARCHES EARLY MUSIC FORUM

A workshop for singers. ‘When David Heard’: English laments of the early 17th century, with tutor David Allinson. Titley Village Hall, near Kington, 10am-4.30pm, prior booking essential, www.bmemf.org.uk

Simeon Hammond Dallas, Shrewsbury Folk Festival, 25 - 28 Aug

2023 BRASS & WOODWIND REPAIR COURSES

24 - 29 July - Woodwind Repair Foundation Course with Lynne Williams, £1318.00. 7 - 11 Aug - Brass Repair Foundation Course with Trevor Head, £1118.00. 21 - 25 Aug - Skills Continuation Course with Lynne Williams, flute and piccolo spcialist, £1118.00. Trevor Head, Llangunllo, 07971 083089, email trevorhead@btinternet.com

First Sunday of the month SING FOR THE SEASONS

Relaxed, friendly, ‘natural voice’ harmony with Sarah Rowe. Learn and sing glorious songs from around the world. All experience levels welcome, no auditions or performances. From September at Putley Parish Hall, 6.30-8.30pm. £7.50, refreshments included, cash/card on door. BOOKING REQUIRED Email singfortheseasons@btinternet.com

Mondays, term time only THE MERE SINGERS

An open-access mixed voice, adult choir singing original and traditional acapella songs. No need to read music. The Hive, Belmont, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, details email Mary Keith maryskeith@aol.com

Mondays, term time only LIVE WIRE MUSIC MONDAYS

You will have the opportunity to play songs with other musicians who are just starting out and grow alongside them as the weeks progress. You can explore creating your own musical parts all the way from a riff to a whole song. We will rehearse suitable covers where you should never feel out of your depth. Ages 11-21. Close House, Hereford, 4-6pm. Email lisa@encore-enterprises.com

Mondays CRAVEN ARMS MALE VOICE CHOIR

All ages welcome singing a broad repertoire of traditional and modern songs. Practice at The Craven Arms Community Centre, 7.30pm. Martin on 01694 722500.

Mondays ALIVE & KICKIN’ CHOIR

Old Muse, Glamorgan St, Brecon, 7-9pm, £5, tanyawalkermusic@hotmail.com

Monday BRECON TOWN BAND REHEARSALS

Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7pm, 07779 390954.

Monday BANDAMANIA

Bright and breezy traditional and original music.Assembly Rooms, Presteigne. Mondays at 7.30pm, Sue Harris 01547 550158.

Monday (from Sept) GARRICK SINGERS

For over 55s, no prior experience of singing. The Courtyard, Hereford, 2-3.30pm, £5 per session, lisa@encore-enterprises.com.

Tuesday DOLAU MIXTURES

Mixed choir. Dolau Community Hall, Llandrindod Wells, 8pm, 01597 851427.

Tuesday LUNCHTIME UPLIFT SINGING SESSIONS

Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 12pm, 07723 016837.

Tuesdays SAMBA BRECON

Sue on 07792 165481 or Gill on 01497 821631. 7-9pm, VH, near Brecon.

Tuesday LEOMINSTER COMMUNITY CHOIR

Liv is back from maternity leave and auturm term starts 19th September. World music, jazz, folk, all in themix. Come and have a inspiring sing - 7.15 - 8.45 at Leominster Community Centre ffi 01568 369074.

Tuesdays term time only LIVEWIRE SESSIONS

The Castle Green Pavilion, 5:30 - 7:30pm. A drop-in for anybody interested in music. Whether you’ve never picked up an instrument before or classically trained or not. Explore different song/lyric writing methods, a take on covers, music production, rap, development & recording. Ages 11-21. Information email lisa@encore-enterprises.com

Tuesday WHITTON VOICES

Mixed community choir.Traditional, world and original songs. Assembly Rooms, Presteigne, 7.30pm. Call Sue Harris 01547 550158.

Wednesday ROCKSPRING COMMUNITY CHOIR

Rockspring Community Centre, Ludlow. 01584 529053.

Wednesdays (online session only) SINGING FOR LUNG HEALTH GROUP

Specifically for people who suffer from progressive lung diseases, these sessions help you breathe better, reduce stress and have fun. 11am, email lisa@encore-enterprises.com for information.

Wednesdays CASTLE VOICES

Community choir, songs from around the globe. Town Hall, Bishop’s Castle, 7pm. Sue Harris 01547 550158.

Wednesday LUDLOW LARKS COMMUNITY CHOIR

Led by Polly Bolton. Songs from around the world. Ludlow Women’s Centre, 7.30pm-9pm. 01584 823604 or info@oak-barn.co.uk or www.jollypages.co.uk/larks

Thursday EDGE CHAMBER CHOIR

Auditioned chamber choir led by Ros Crouch. Friends Meeting House, Ludlow, 7.30-9.30pm. 01584 841053 or ros.crouch@gmail.com

Thursday CLUN SINGERS

Informal community choir, traditional and original songs taught by ear. 10am in High Town Hall, Clun. Sue Harris 01547 550158.

Thursday BELLA A CAPPELLA

All-female 4-part close harmony singing group. Oscars, Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7.15-9.45pm, email aimoevo@hotmail.co.uk

Thursday CANTORION LLANDRINDOD

A non auditioned mixed voice choir early and classical music. Rehearsals currently in Holy Trinity Church, Llandrindod Wells. 7.30pm-9.15pm. www.cantorion-llandrindod.org 01597 810601

Thursday PRESTEIGNE POP CHOIR

Contact John Hymas for details: 07969 440183, john@johnhymas.com

First Thursdays BLACK HILL TUNE CLUB 2pm at the Crown Inn Longtown. Free. 01432 263495. Every Friday WELLSPRINGS

Song-writing course, open to anyone over 18 who would like to improve their mental wellbeing. For more information email lisa@encore-enterprises.com

Friday LITTLE HEREFORD VOICES COMMUNITY CHOIR

We are a non-audition choir formed 12 years ago with 25+ mixed voices. Rehearsing at Little Hereford Village Hall, 7.30pm- 9.15pm. Subscriptions £3.50 per session paid termly, first trial session free. Broad repertoire (usually 3 & 4 parts) – all welcome. Info: term dates etc: lhvoices.wix.com/home Facebook: @LittleHerefordVoices

Friday BUZZY BEATS!

A fun morning for the under 5s. The Hive, Belmont, Shrewsbury, 10.30am-11.30am, £7, 01743 234970.

Friday CRAVEN ARMS SAMBA CIRCLE

Craven Arms Community Centre.10.30am - 11.15am. Regularly during term time with some holiday sessions. Join our friendly group to learn traditional djembe rhythms from Africa and samba rhythms from Brazil - Adults £5 (children accompanying their parents can join in with holiday sessions - £1, second child free). Enquiries carol@mkgriffs.plus.com

Friday FAMILY MUSIC MAKERS

For parents and toddlers 12.30-2pm, £4 per adult and child pair, under 1s free. Courtyard, Hereford, 01432 340555.

Sessions

First Saturday OPEN MIC Greyhound Inn, Llangunllo, 8.30pm, 01547 550400.

First Saturday FOLK & IRISH SESSION Harp Inn, Glasbury-on-Wye, 8.30pm, free, 01497 847373.

First Saturday of month PICKIN’ AT THE BIRD The Bird in Hand, Coton Hill, Shrewsbury, 01743 357484, 9pm.

3rd Saturday OPEN MUSIC SESSION The Castle Dinas, (formerly The Dragon’s Back), Pengenffordd, Talgarth, 01874 711353.

3rd Saturday OPEN MUSIC SESSION Harp Inn, Glasbury-on-Wye, 8.30pm, free, 01497 847373.

Every Sunday FOLK/ACOUSTIC SESSION

The Crown & Anchor, Llanidloes, 8pm.

3rd Sunday IRISH SESSION Pandy Inn, Dorstone, 01981 550273.

3rd Sunday FOLK & STEP SESSION The Monkland Arms, 7.30pm, 01568 720510.

Last Sunday IRISH SESSION The Yard at Daphne’s, High St, Presteigne, 07377 909216.

Last Sunday OPEN MIC Volunteer Inn, Harold St, Hereford, 7.30pm, martinchapple1@gmail.com

Every Monday OPEN MIC NIGHT Bull Inn, Shrewsbury, 01743 344728.

First Monday of month OPEN MIC Bridges Inn, Ratlinghope, 01588 650260.

First Monday (except Bank Holidays) FOLK SINGAROUND Musicians and listeners welcome. The Broadleys, Ross Rd, Hereford, 7pm, 07763 077837.

First Monday BRIMFIELD FOLK CLUB 01584 711480 and the website at www.roger435.wixsite.com/brimfieldfolkclub

2nd Monday JAM SESSION The Barley Mow, Trefonen, 7.30pm, 07751 420796.

Every Tuesday PLAYING TOGETHER An interactive, intergenerational play session for older adults and pre-school children. The Courtyard, Hereford, 10.30am, 01432 340555.

Every Tuesday (term time only) LIVEWIRE Drop-in for anybody interested in music. For ages 11-21. The Castle Green Pavilion, Hereford, 5.30pm-7.30pm, details lisa@ encore-enterprises.com

Every Tuesday YOUTH CAFE A safe place where young people can meet and share creative activites including music, drama and films. For ages 8-16 years, free. The Hive, Belmont, Shrewsbury, 01743 234970.

Every Tuesday OPEN MIC King Charles II, Broad St, Ross-on-Wye, 8pm, 01989 219357.

Every Tuesday OPEN MIC The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 01497 821762.

Every Tuesday OPEN MIC Run by Moz, PA provided, all welcome. Castle Vaults, Shrewsbury.

Every Tuesday TUESDAY JAM SESSION The Falcon Hotel, Bromyard, 8-11pm, 01885 483034.

Every Wednesday MUSIC CAFE FOR ARMED FORCES VETERANS LIVING WITH DEMENTIA The Courtyard, Hereford, 11am-3pm, free, and £7.50, 01432 340555.

Every Wednesday ACOUSTIC NIGHT Baskerville Hall Hotel, near Hay-on-Wye, 7pm, 01497 820033.

Every Wednesday ACOUSTIC SESSION Prince of Wales, Ledbury, 8.45pm, 01531 632250.

1st and 3rd Wednesday DRAGON BAND 8-10.30pm, Montgomery Town Hall, Broad St., Montgomery, Free but £5 donation gratefully received. 07831 383636.

1st Wednesday HEREFORD BLUEGRASS SESSION The Old Brewery Bar, The Barrels, St Owen St, Hereford, 8pm.

2nd Wednesday ACOUSTIC SESSION The Red Lion, Llanidloes, 8.30pm.

2nd Wednesday MARTIN’S MUSIC Open mic from 7pm. Babar Cafe, Union St, Hereford, martinchapple1@gmail.com

2nd Wednesday OPEN MIC White Horse Inn, Clun, 8.30pm onwards. 01588 640305.

2nd & 4th Wednesday TELFORD ACOUSTIC CLUB

The Crown Inn, Oakengates, Telford, 9pm, 01952 610888.

3rd Wednesday MUSIC SESSION

Beer In Hand, Eign St, Hereford, 07543 327548.

3rd Wednesday AMERICANA SESSION Monkland Arms, Monkland, near Leominster, 01568 720510

3rd Wednesday JAM SESSION The Unicorn, Oswestry, 7.30pm, 07751 420796.

Every Thursday OPEN MIC Lupa Cocktail Bar, 37 Bewell St, Hereford, 7.30pm, lupahereford@gmail.com

Every Thursday OPEN MIC Bridge Inn, Michaelchurch Escley, 7-8pm, 01981 510646.

Every Thursday JAM SESSION

For all levels. Basement stage, Oil Night Long, 31 Castle St, Shrewsbury, 8.30pm, www.oilnightlong.co.uk

Every Thursday SESSION Black Swan, Much Dewchurch, 01981 540295.

2nd Thursday OPEN MIC Hosted by Stevie Yeomans. Castle Inn, Knucklas, near Knighton, 8pm, 01547 528150.

2nd Thursday OPEN FOLK SESSION Horse & Jockey, Churchstoke, 8.30pm, all welcome, free, 01588 620060.

3rd Thursday FOLK SESSION

Calling all folk musicians and enthusiasts. Sun Inn, Leintwardine, 7pm, 01547 540705.

3rd Thursday FOLK DOWN THE TRACK Castle Inn, Knucklas, 7pm, 01547 528223 or 01547 528150.

4th Thursday FOLK SESSION For singers, musicians and listeners. The Sun Inn, Clun, 8pm, 01547 530038.

4th Thursday OPEN MIC The Barley Mow, Trefonen, 7.30pm, 07751 420796 to book your slot.

Last Thursday KINGTON FOLK Traditional folk club set-up, no guests, performers welcome. Back room of the Oxford Arms, Duke St, Kington, 7.30pm, free. email kingtonfolkclub@gmail.com

1st Friday ACOUSTIC SESSION The Monkland Arms, Monkland, near Leominster, 01568 720510.

1st Friday ACOUSTIC SESSION The Blue Boar, Mill St, Ludlow, 8:30pm. Contact: Ann Gray 01584 879 348.

2nd Friday OPEN MIC NIGHT With Mark from the Rhythm Thieves. Hundred House, Purslow, 8pm, markianrichards@hotmail.com

3rd Friday OPEN MIC NIGHT With Mark from the Rhythm Thieves. Rose & Crown, Ludlow, 8pm, markianrichards@ hotmail.com

3rd Friday OPEN MIC NIGHT The Herb Garden Community Cafe, Llandrindod Wells, 7.30pm, 01597 823082.

band directory

ADD A BAND - Real instrument backing to your own music. Perfect for singer songwriters etc. Studio near Newtown. www.addaband.co.uk, 07515 401635.

APPLEBY STONE Live acoustic duo/trio, guitar, flute, saxophones, voices, double bass, jazz, folk, R&B, pop, many originals, perfect for private and public events. applebystone.com 07979 542 449.

BAGPIPES Authentic Highland music for your formal event or gathering from international piper Keith Wellings. Keith is a former British diplomat bringing Scotland’s music to festivals, theatres, balls, weddings and funerals. Contact by phone 07580 389903, email keiththepiper@gmail.com facebook keith.wellings instagram keiththepiper

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

BEST FOOT CEILIDH BAND The hottest dance band on the borders + caller. Available for weddings, barn dances and parties. Contact: 07969 440183 or john@johnhymas.com

GREY WOLF is a 4-piece, well established, popular Americana/ Old-time folk band from the Welsh Marches. We play banjo, fiddle, guitar, mandolin, dulcimer and double bass alongside fine vocal harmony singing. The band has headlined several of the UK’s Old Time Music and Dance Festivals, performed on radio, at folk clubs, festivals, private parties and has featured at music and literary venues throughout the UK. Traditional, thoughtful and very entertaining, we are renowned for the rapport that we establish with our audiences. WEB : greywolffolk.com

Contact : Jim 01584 810000. Email banjojim.allen@gmail. com

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!

LITTLE RUMBA This is a band that will entertain and delight any audience that has its wits about it and has an ear for beautiful melodies infectious beats and songs that tell stories. From Winchcombe Live “Absolutely fantastic evening from you guys tonight. We had so many positive comments from the audience; very gratifying! Great musical talent, great humour, variety, and warmth of performance.”

Contact Jacqui Savage 07966 943314 Email –jaxbass.xs@btinternet.com http://www.littlerumba.com

THE LUDLOW JAZZ COLLECTIVE Local Quartet/Quintet with singer if required, playing smooth sounds of well-known standards, Latin and blues. Available for all types of events and celebrations.

Contact Paul Brooks 07980 822014. pppbrooks@gmail.com

MELOMANICS A wacky, Shropshire-based Duo with an amazingly dynamic sound, playing their eclectic and cosmopolitan repertoire with engaging humour and infectious energy (sustainable). Far more than just great music. And stilts if appropriate. Find out how much fun a ceilidh can be 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 more info call Tim on 01743 719438, or Rich on 01743 718612. Email: tim@melomanics.co.uk Website: www.melomanics.co.uk

NICK AND JANE – The Poptastic duo bring you the greatest hits of the 60’s, 70’s and more. Great harmonies and infectious enthusiasm to make your event a memorable success. Perfect for parties, pubs, festivals and weddings. Facebook @nickandjane email: nickandjaneH@gmail.com or call Jane on 07512 368433. THE RAGTIME JUG ORCHESTRA A roots string-band (duo) recreating the sounds of the early 20th century America, playing a good-time mix of blues, skiffle and Americana music. We like to get audiences involved! Available for festival, events, parties, folk clubs, pubs and bars; performance presentations and workshops for all occasions too. Web: www.ragtimejug.co.uk Contact: John; 01594 861151. Email: info@ragtimejug.co.uk Facebook. com: ragtime jug orchestra.

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

SHRED BELLY Ludlow/Shropshire based acoustic duo, playing covers of popular ‘Dad’s Rock’ songs from the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s and more. All bookings and enquiries please contact: Kevin on 07873 426205 or Paul on 07957 247851.

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 01981 540832 or Anna on 07980 961187.

SILVER BRANCH (UN-CALLED FOR) - Five piece cutting edge instrumental Folk Band. Concerts/gigs.

SIMON THE PIPER Simon is a full-time, professional Highland Piper and he has been playing for over 20 years. He is the appointed Civic Piper to the City of Herefordpossibly the only civic bagpiper in the UK and is also the Pipe Sargeant for the Henllys Pipes and Drums in South Wales. Simon has performed at many high-profile functions in and around Herefordshire and these include the opening ceremony for the Knife Angel’s visit to Hereford Cathedral in 2021 and recently appeared on TV piping around the county for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. Simon specialises in funerals and ceremonial occasions as well as many other events and is a very well-known piper in the West Midlands and South Wales. References can be supplied and Public Liabilty Insurance is also held by Simon. 07791045831 email simonthepiper@hotmail.com

SIR DANCELOT 4/5 piece ceilidh/twmpath band with caller. Far and away the best exponents of traditional dance music of the British Isles and beyond for miles around and leagues beneath. Concertina, mandolin, fiddles, whistles, cittern, jews harp... Available for weddings, parties and public events. For information and bookings, contact: Matt 01686 412 753 or 07843 440 789. www.sirdancelot.co.uk

THE CARDBOARD BOX THIEVES A three piece music band based in Builth Wells. Songs accompanied by accordion, banjo and guitar. Let us entertain you with a selection of our own songs handcrafted and presented as musical stories. 07966 401731. See more on https://facebook.com/CBThieves

THE CHERRYSTONES are Aly (whistles, flute, accordion, vocals), Matt (bass, foot drum, vocals) and Dave (guitar, bouzouki, mandolin, vocals) who bring you a mix of original and traditional folk songs and tunes. From thoughtful, well-crafted songs to infectious uptempo Irish whistle tunes, we will warm your heart and stir your souls and soles! Contact : Dave 07817 220016, dgand2@btinternet.com. Find us here Facebook.com The Cherrystones. Website coming soon!

THE VILLAGE QUIRE spine-tingling harmonies sung with all the emotional clout, subtlety of expression and love of life that you get when voices are raised together in song. Sensational vocals mingled with enthralling stories. Various shows to book. For bookings / further info ring 01874 711211. www.villagequire.org.uk / www.songsforsilas.org.uk

UNDAUNTED Female influenced indie rock band hailing from South Shropshire. This lively 4 piece brings you strong vocals, great rocking sound, fun and always something different from the norm. Available for weddings, parties and functions. For information and booking contact Tracey 07547188402 or Liz 07807 531151. Enquiries welcome.

WHISKEY RIVER is a 5/6 piece electric Americana band that play swamp blues, Cajun, Zydeco and good country music to set the dance floor rocking. To suit smaller venues and smaller budgets, pruned down acoustic versions of the band are available as “The Whiskey River Quartet”, “The Whiskey River Trio” or as a Duo [“The Whiskey River Boys”]. Laissez les bon temps rouler!! Contact Martin, phone: 07846 669890, 01432 342018. Email: martin@whiskeyriver.co.uk. Website: www.whiskeyriver.co.uk

Band Directory

ONLY £40 FOR THE WHOLE YEAR

Just post the details of your band (around 40 words) with a cheque for £40 payable to Broad Sheep and post to:

The Fred Bulmer Centre, Wall St, Hereford, HR4 9HP

just call Clare on 07786 131159 or email: info@broadsheep.com

DON’T FORGET... if you have any gigs in the area, email/phone by the 15th of the preceding month for FREE LISTINGS.

VENUES

ALBERT HALL, Ithon Rd, Llandrindod Wells 0300 102 4255

ASSEMBLY ROOMS, Mill Street, Ludlow 01584 878141

BARRELS, St Owen Street, Hereford 01432 274968

BASKERVILLE ARMS, Clyro, near Hay-on-Wye 01497 820670.

BASKERVILLE HALL HOTEL, Clyro Court, near Hay-on-Wye 01497 820033.

BELL HOTEL, Commercial St, Newtown 01686 625540

BELL INN, Etnam St, Leominster 01568 616811

THE BRIDGE HOTEL, Tenbury Wells 01584 810434

THE BRIDGE, Ludlow 01584 872963

BLACK LION, Bridge St, Hereford, 01432 266000

CARAD, East St, Rhayader, 01597 810192

CENTRE CELF, Tremont Rd, Llandrindod Wells 01597 822777

CHARLTON ARMS, Ludlow, 01584 872813

THE CLIFFE AT DINHAM, Halton Lane, Ludlow 01584 872063

CONQUEST THEATRE, Bromyard, 01885 488575

THE COURTYARD, Edgar St, Hereford. 01432 340555

THE DUKES ARMS, Presteigne 01544 267318

DUN COW, Shrewsbury 01743 356408

THE EXCHANGE, Newtown 01686 621814.

GLEANINGS, near Bishop’s Castle, 01743 891412

THE GLOBE AT HAY, Hay-on-Wye 01497 821762

THE GOLDEN CROSS INN, Sutton St Nicholas, Hereford 01432 880274.

GORDON BENNETTS BAR, St Peter’s Square, Hereford, 01432 360250.

GRAPE VAULTS, Broad St, Leominster 01568 611404.

THE HARP INN, Glasbury-on-Wye 01497 847373

THE HERDSMAN, Widemarsh St, Hereford, 01432 277330

HOPE & ANCHOR, Rope Walk, Wye St, Ross-on-Wye. 01989 563003.

HUNDRED HOUSE INN, Purslow, 01588 660541

KNIGHTON & DISTRICT COMMUNITY CENTRE, Knighton 07751 221487.

THE LAKESIDE CAFÉ, Llandrindod Wells, 01597 825679

LICHFIELD VAULTS, Church St, Hereford. 01432 266821

LION BALLROOM, Broad St, Leominster. 01568 612277

LUDLOW BREWING COMPANY, The Railway Shed, Ludlow 01584 873291

THE MALTHOUSE, Ironbridge, 01952 433712

MINER’S ARMS, Priest Weston 01938 561352

NELSON INN, Ludlow 01584 872908

OAKENGATES THEATRE, Telford. 01952 619020

THE OLD MILL, High Street, Llanidloes 01686 412008

THE OXFORD ARMS, Duke St, Kington 01544 230322

PAVILION MID WALES, Llandrindod Wells 01597 258118

THE PLOUGH INN, Whitecross Road, Hereford 01432 358867

REET PETITE, 18 West St, Leominster 07484 545368. ROSE & CROWN, Tenbury Wells, 01584 811336

ROYAL FOUNTAIN, Cleobury Mortimer 01299 272720

THEATR BRYCHEINIOG, Canal Wharf, Brecon 01874 611622

THE HAFREN, Llanidloes Road, Newtown 01686 614555

THE TOWN HALL, Bishop’s Castle 01588 630023

THREE TUNS, Bishop’s Castle. 01588 638797

THE VICTORY, 88 St Owen St, Hereford 01432 274998

VOLUNTEER, Harold St, Hereford 01432 276189.

WHITEHORSE INN, The Square, Clun. 01588 640305.

WHITE SWAN, Eardisland, 01544 388577

WYESIDE ARTS CENTRE, Builth Wells, 01982 552555

PERFORMANCE

Until Thurs 3 August

FAULTY TOWERS - THE DINING EXPERIENCE

Become part of the action as Basil, Sybil and Manuel serve up mayhem on a plate alongside a 3-course meal and two hours of non-stop laughter. With 70% improvised, this is an interactive comedy spectacular. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7pm, 01432 340555.

Tues 1 & Wed 2 August

ROMEO AND JULIET

THE LORD CHAMBERLAIN’S MEN present this great play as Shakespeare first saw it, in the open air, with an allmale cast, music and dance. Shrewsbury Castle Grounds, 7pm, £20, children £10, 01743 281281.

Wed 2 August

PHOENIX GALA

THE PHOENIX ACADEMY OF FILM & THEATRE ARTS roll out the red carpet and invite students from various programmes to celebrate their achievements over the past 12 months. Amateur production. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £10/£8, 01743 281281.

Sun 6 August

MACBETH

EVERYMAN YOUTH THEATRE. This talented and energetic company of young actors explores Macbeth’s dark path through the eyes of the unearthly witches. Willow Globe, Llanwrthwl, Llandrindod Wells, 7pm, £12, £6, £30, 01597 811487, www.shakespearelink.org.uk

Tues 8 August

WHERE IS MRS CHRISTIE?

In 1926, Agatha Christie was at the centre of a mystery when she disappeared for eleven days, sparking one of the biggest hunts in history. Liz Grand gives a compelling and tantalising performance in this fascinating drama. Silvester Horne Institute, Church Stretton, 7.30pm, £12, students £6, www.strettonfestival.org Part of Church Stretton Arts Festival.

Thurs 10 August

THE WIZARD OF OZ

IMMERSION THEATRE presents a fantastic treat for all the family and will have you shouting, clapping and singing along. Open air theatre. Shrewsbury Castle, 1pm & 4pm, £15, children £12.50, 01743 281281.

Sun 13 August

TWELFTH NIGHT

IMMERSION THEATRE. A laugh-a-minute adaptation of Shakespeare’s riotous comedy. Open air theatre. Shrewsbury Castle, 1pm & 4pm, £15, children £12.50, 01743 281281.

Wed 16 August

TWELFTH NIGHT

ILLYRIA THEATRE present an evening of yearning romance, music and sheer joy. Montgomery Castle, 7pm, £17, children £10, from Bunners, Montgomery or 01686 668442, www.ticketsource.co.uk

Thurs 17 August

THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS

QUANTUM THEATRE perform Kenneth Grahame’s family favourite with mad-cap adventures in this heart-warming tale of friendship, mishap and mayhem. Open air theatre. Shrewsbury Castle, 11am & 2pm, £15, children £12.50, 01743 281281.

Fri 18 August

VENUS AND ADONIS

CHRISTOPHER HUNTER. Shakespeare’s first published work and a best seller of its day, this one-man dramatisation is hailed as an ‘electrifying gem of a show’. Willow Globe, Llanwrthwl, Llandrindod Wells, 7pm, £12, £6, £30, 01597 811487, www.shakespearelink.org.uk

Where’s Mrs Christie? Church Stretton Arts Festival

Romeo & Juliet, The Wizard of Oz, Twelfth Night, The Wind & The Willows All held at Shrewsbury Castle

AARDVARK BOOKS & CAFE

Website: www.aardvark-books.com

50,000+ titles; North Herefordshire’s largest indie bookseller; We buy books

Specialist in art, design, photography, history, gardening

Also open our superb CAFÉ!

The Bookery, Manor Farm, Brampton Bryan, Bucknell, SY7 0DH Off A4113 Knighton Road. Tel: 01547 530744

aardvaark@btconnect.com www.aardvark-books.com

Bookshop open to visitors Tues-Sun 10am-4pm.

AARDVARK BANK HOLIDAY VIDE GRENIER 28th August 2023 9am-2pm

Tons of fantastic stalls with crafts, vintage, produce and much more. Live music, food and refreshments. Pitches £12; entry and car parking free.

ANNUAL BOOK SALE Until Sun 20 August

Launch of our ANNUAL BOOK SALE: this year with lots more book bargains at 50p.

Fri 18 August

PLAY IN A DAY: SHARING THE PARABLES!

Cheer on our budding thespians as they take to the stage in this relaxed and fun theatrical event, with the sharing of the parable stories, suitable for all. In the round in the marquee on the Cathedral Close, Hereford Cathedral, 6pm, £5 adults, under 16s free, please book in advance, www.herefordcathedral.org

Tues 22 August

A CHRISTMAS CAROL

Gerald Dickens, the great great grandson of Charles Dickens returns with his one man version of a Christmas Carol. The Albert Hall, Llandrindod Wells, 7.30pm, £20, 0300 102 4255, www.thealberthall.co.uk

Wed 23 August

AN UNUSUAL TWIST - MURDER MYSTERY EVENING

A unique murder mystery evening. Question the suspects, identify the clues, deduce the culprit! The Albert Hall, Llandrindod Wells, 7.30pm, £20 includes light refreshments, bar will be available, book in advance, 0300 102 4255, www.thealberthall.co.uk

Thurs 24 August

GROOVY UV SHOW

UK No.1 Blacklight Ultra-Violet ‘glow-in-the-dark’ performance company. Using puppets, costumes, props and tricks. With original soundtracks, music, songs and scripts written and performed exclusively for Krazy Krys. As well as using songs we all know and love. Pavilion Mid Wales, Llandrindod Wells, 6pm, 01597 258118, www.pavilionmidwales.org.uk

Fri 25 August

SHAKESPEARE FIRST FOLIO FESTIVAL

Join the fun with guest speakers, music, dancing, film, circus and song, childrens’ activities and, of course, words. Live performance will include Wet Mariners, ‘Coriolanus’. Check the website for more details. Willow Globe, Llanwrthwl, Llandrindod Wells, 01597 811487, www.shakespearelink.org.uk

Sat 26 August

CORIOLANUS

THE WET MARINERS transport you back to Ancient Rome, with its power-play and politics. Willow Globe, Llanwrthwl, Llandrindod Wells, 2pm & 7pm, £15, £7.50, £37.50, 01597 811487, www.shakespearelink.org.uk

MUSICAL THEATRE & OPERA

Thurs 3 & Fri 4 August

MATILDA JR

GET YOUR WIGLE ON Summer musical experience (ages 8-18) join forces to stage one of the most popular modern musicals. Amateur production. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 11.30am, 2pm & 6pm, £17.50/£16, 01743 281281.

Sat 26 & Sun 27 August

SHREK THE MUSICAL JR

THE SAVOY YOUTH THEATRE. Shrek leads a cast of fairytale misfits on an adventure to rescue a princess and find true acceptance. Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 2pm & 6.30pm, £10, under 16s £7, family £30, 01600 772467.

CHILDREN’S THEATRE

Mon 7 August

FINDING CHESTER

RHUBARB THEATRE. A magical, musical and moggy-filled adventure for 5-12 year olds and their families. Silvester Horne Institute, Church Stretton, 3pm, £3, www.strettonfestival.org Part of Church Stretton Arts Festival.

DRAMA WORKSHOPS

August THE COURTYARD WORKSHOPS

8 - 11 Aug - Tales of the Gruffalo. Three day workshop which includes drama and arts based activities suitable for ages 4-7 years, 10am-12.30pm.

14 - 18 Aug - Be A Star Week. Inclusive workshops full of drama, dance and arts and craft activities, 10.30am-3pm or 10.30am-1pm half days.

21 - 25 Aug - Heroes and Villains. A week packed full of drama and fun, exploring goodies and baddies! Working with text, characters and props. Suitable for ages 8-14 years, 10am-3pm. The Courtyard, Hereford, 01432 340555.

August SUMMER SCHOOL

Starting Mon 7 August - Week 1.

Starting Mon 14 August - Week 2. Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 9am, 01584 811442.

Macbeth, Venus & Adonis, Shakespeare’s First Folio Festival & Coriolanus - Willow Globe

Heroes & Villains, Courtyard Workshops

Until Fri 4 August

QUITE FRANKLY THEATRE DRAMA WORKSHOP

Led by professional actors, Melissa Johns and Jason Johns for ages 7-16 years. A week of learning new skills, new friends and finding out whether the passion lies in acting, directing or in a writer’s role. Market Theatre, Ledbury, 9.30am-3pm, sharing the weeks work on Friday at 3pm. For bookings and more information, email quitefranklytheatre@gmail.com

Mon 21, Wed 23 & Thurs 24 August

THE ALBERT HALL OPEN DAYS

Tour around Mid Wales’ oldest theatre, learn about the past, discover the backstage secrets and find out about future plans. No ticket required, free. The Albert Hall, Llandrindod Wells, 10am-2pm, 0300 102 4255.

COURTYARD THEATRE, HEREFORD

Sat - Junior Yourth Theatre. Year 3: 9.15am. Year 4: 10.15am. Year 5: 11.15am. Year 6: 12.15pm. Year 7: 1.45pm. Year 8: 3pm. Year 9: 4.45pm, £68.50 per term. Wed - Intermediate Youth Theatre. Year 10 & 11, 5.15pm, £70.50 per term.

Fri - Senior Youth Theatre for Year 12+, 7pm, £73.50 per term. Courtyard, Hereford, 01432 340555.

COMMUNITY YOUTH THEATRES

The Conquest, Bromyard. Mon - Juniors, Year 3-6: 4.30pm, £39 per term. Intermediates, Year 7-9: 7.15pm, £43 per term. Seniors, Year 10+: 7.30pm, £46 per term. The Phoenix Theatre, Ross-on-Wye. Sat - Juniors, Year 8-14: 10am, £39 per term. Market Theatre, Ledbury. Mon - Intermediates, Year 7-9: 7.30pm, £39 per term. Seniors, Year 10+: 8.30pm, £39 per term. Details email takepart@courtyard.org.uk or 01432 346526.

THEATR IEUENTID / BRYCHEINIOG YOUTH THEATRE

With weekly sessions tailored to suit the needs of each year group, from 4 years and up. Mondays 3.45pm4.45pm 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, www.brycheiniog.co.uk

ASSEMBLY ROOMS, LUDLOW Mon - Go MAD in Ludlow, 5-6.30pm, Oscars. Contact Simon 07506 478235 & Suzanne 07484 289215 or email hello@gomadinludlow.org Sat - Ludwig Academy of Musical Theatre. 7-11 years 1-2pm, 12-16 years 2-3pm. Oscars. Contact Jack Ludwig, 077922 66225. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow.

Tuesdays YOUTH CAFE A safe place where young people can meet and share creative activites including music, drama and films. For ages 8-16 years, free. The Hive, Belmont, Shrewsbury, 01743 234970

Tuesdays YOUTH THEATRE For 7-14 year-olds after school. Ledbury Market Theatre, 01432 383663.

Wednesdays KINGTON YOUTH THEATRE

Kington Primary School. Wed - Junior 7-11 years, 4-5.30pm. Intermediate 11+ 5.30-7pm. £42 per term, 01432 340555.

Thursdays (term time) SHROPSHIRE YOUTH THEATRE Seniors, 7-9.30pm, 14-25 years. All welcome. The Hive, Belmont, Shrewsbury. www.shropshireyouththeatre.co.uk

Thursdays IMPULSIVE THEATRE COMPANY

For ages 13-19. The Hive, 5 Belmont, Shrewsbury, 5-6.45pm, 07916 277928.

Thursdays Fortnightly (term time) HAVE A GO SHAKESPEARE All welcome, 10.30am-1.30pm, £7. Wyeside, Builth Wells, info@shakespearelink.org.uk.

Saturdays (term time) SHROPSHIRE YOUTH THEATRE Beginners 9.30am-10.45am, 6-8 year olds. Juniors 11am-1pm, 9-12 year olds. The Hive, Shrewsbury, www.shropshireyouththeatre.co.uk

The Albert Hall Open Days

Poetry & Storytelling

Tues 1 August

POETRY EVENT

Apple Store Gallery, Rockfield Rd, Hereford, 7pm, £5 to include light refreshments, 01432 263937, email applestoregallery@btinternet.com

Wed 2 August

PAULINE PRIOR-PITT

From North Uist in the Hebrides, Pauline’s poetry is delivered with warmth and humour. Parish Centre, Church Stretton, 3pm, £10, students £5, www.strettonfestival.org Part of Church Stretton Arts Festival.

Thurs 24 August

GOLIAT

Award winning poet Dr Rhiannon Hooson reads from her latest book of poetry. Part of Presteigne Festival. Assembly Rooms, Presteigne, 11am, £8 student £6. 01544 267800, www.presteignefestival.com

Comedy

Sun 20 August

TRICKS & LAUGHS STARRING STEVE LEGG

Comedian and magician Steve is back with a special selection of his very best tricks along with some brandnew material for a night of laughs and hilarious moments. For ages 5-105. Hereford Cathedral, 5pm, £8, children £5, please book, www.herefordcathedral.org

Talks

Every day until 31 October

HEREFORD GUILD OF GUIDES

Guided tours around Hereford. Mon-Sat 11.30am, Sun 2.30pm (approx 1.5 hours). Tickets from the Cathedral Shop and meet at Cathedral, £6, children 6-12 years £1, 07947 924494, www.herefordguidedwalks.org.uk

Tues 1 August

MORTIMER HISTORY SOCIETY

An introductory talk on Powis Castle followed by free flow access to castle rooms prior to the lecture. Powis Castle Ballroom, details, www.mortimerhistorysociety.org.uk

Tues 1, 8, 15 & 22 August

GOSPEL OF LUKE WITH REVD CANON DR MAUREEN PALMER

A series of lectures on the Gospel of Luke in the Cathedral Barn, Hereford Cathedral, 10.30am-12pm, £5 donation per session, please bring a bible, 01432 374 225.

Sat 5 August

IAN MARCHANT IN CONVERSATION: FOUR O’CLOCK FRIENDS

Writer, broadcaster, performer and much-loved chronicler of Britain, Ian Marchant brings the ‘book of his career’, ‘One Fine Day’ - an amateur genealogist’s adventure, detailing the life in the rural 18th century. North Books, 4 Castle St, Hay-on-Wye, 4pm, £5 including refreshment. Also an opportunity to buy the book at discount. Email jules@northbooks.co.uk or pop in to reserve your space.

Wed 9 August

THE BAYEUX TAPESTRY: 950 YEARS OF PROPAGANDA, INTRIGUE AND SPIN

In this sparkling lecture, Timothy Wilcox will talk about the creation of the tapestry and address many of the unanswered questions that most intrigue modern audiences. Parish Centre, Church Stretton, 3pm, £10, students £5. www.strettonfestival.org Part of Church Stretton Arts Festival.

Pauline Prior-Pitt, Church Stretton Arts Festival

Ian Marchant

Wed 16 August

KATHARINE HILL - PARENTING IN THE DIGITAL AGE

A talk to gain wisdom, practical help and renewed confidence in not only keeping your children safe, but also making the most of all the digital age has to offer. Hereford Cathedral, 4pm, please book your free ticket, www.herefordcathedral.org

Wed 16 August

REVD STEVE HOLLINGHURST - CHRISTIANITY: ENVIRONMENTAL HOPE OR ENVIRONMENTAL PROBLEM?

A talk for anyone who cares about us, our environment and is looking for hope. Hereford Catheddral, 6.30pm, please book your free ticket, www.herefordcathedral.org

Fri 18 August

HEREFORD ARTS APPRECIATION SOCIETY

‘The Godwins and their Tiles’, a talk by Jason Hodges. Office Q, Kindle Centre, Hereford, 2.30pm, membership £5, visitors welcom £2 per meeting, 01432 357552.

Thurs 24 - Mon 28 August

PRESTEIGNE FESTIVAL

25 Aug - ‘The Letters of Seamus Heaney’. Literature with Christopher Reid and Nicholas Murray. Assembly Rooms, Presteigne, 11am, £8, student £6. 26 Aug - ‘A Home For All Seasons’. Literature with Gavin Plumley. Baptist Church, Hereford St, Presteigne, 11am, £8, student £6. 27 Aug - ‘Love, Conflict and Tretribution: The Tales of The Mabinogion’. Literature with Sioned Davies. Baptist Church, Hereford St, Presteigne, 4pm, £8, student £6. 28 Aug - ‘Johnson on Janacek’. Stephen Johnson talks about music. Assembly Rooms, Presteigne, 11am, £8, student £6. 28 Aug - ‘Roxanna Panufnik in Conversation with Thomas Hyde’. Assembly Rooms, Presteigne, 4pm, £8, student £6. 01544 267800, www.presteignefestival. com

Sun 3 September

FREE ONLINE TALK - PLANTS AND KNOWLEDGES WITH MADELEINE KELLY & MANDY COPPES

Madeleine investigates the ancient technique of starch printing. Mandy locates the mark of time in an object, tracing connections to ancestral lineage and documenting the moment of decomposition. They discuss the transmission of knowledge through the material qualities of plants. Online 11am-12pm. Sidney Nolan Trust, free, to book, www.sidneynolantrust.org

Workshops & Courses

ITALIAN LESSONS ON-LINE FOR ADULTS –ONE-TO-ONE or SMALL GROUPS

Learn or improve your Italian from the comfort of your home with Lorenzo, your local native Italian tutor and language specialist. Conversational Italian, Beginners Italian, Improvers Italian, Advanced Italian, Italian culture and food.Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday: On-line only. Thursday morning: In-person group conversation meetings and workshops in Hereford. For more info, call Lorenzo on 01432 870661, WhatsApp +441432870661, or email italian@italianwords.co.uk

Visit www.italianwords.co.uk/tuition.html

Mondays WRITING ROOM

The Courtyard, Hereford, 6.30-8.30pm, £75 per term, 01432 340555.

Every Tues, Wed & Thurs SPANISH LESSONS FOR BEGINNERS

Tues - Advance beginners 10am-11.30am, Wed - Advance Spanish B1, 10am. Thurs - Total beginners, 10am-11.30am with Mely. Private tuitionGCSE students and A Level. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 7pm, 07837 160505. www.hayspanish.com

Every Tuesday READING ROOM

The Courtyard, Hereford, 10.30am-12.30pm, £55 per term, 01432 340555.

Last Tuesday of each month HOMEND POETS

Share words written by themselves or others. Music, good company and food. No booking required. Pot & Page, 8 New St, Ledbury, 6.30pm, www.potandpage.co.uk

First Wednesday of each month BABARS’ BOOK CLUB

All welcome, 6.30pm, Babar’s Cafe, Union St, Hereford, 01432 342334.

First Wednesday of the month POETRY CAFE, Charlton Arms, Ludlow, 7.30pm, 01584 872813.

Third Wednesday of the month BEREAVEMENT CAFE

Old Chapel, Hereford Cathedral, 2.30pm-4pm, run by volunteers, www.herefordcathedral.org

Every other Thursday PHILOSOPHY CAFE

Informal group which offers the chance to discuss philosophical issues. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 7pm, 01497 821762. philosphycafe@outlook.com

Last Thursday of the month BOOK CLUB

De Koffie Pot, Bridge St, Hereford, 8pm, 01432 357753, ECStarling@theherefordacademy.org.uk

First Friday of the month BOOKCLUB DINNERS

Join Katie and the bookworms for an evening of literary delights. Each month we meet to discuss a different book and share a meal inspired by the story. Pot & Page, New St, Ledbury, 7pm, please book, www.potandpage.co.uk

Fridays READING ROOM EXTRA

The Courtyard, Hereford, 6-8pm, £55 per term, 01432 340555.

International Poetry Writers’ Collective: Abergavenny 01873 856350

Leominster Writers’ Circle, Leominster

Community Centre, Frank Pavitt, chairman LWC, 01568 614973, meet first Tuesday, monthly, 2pm. Presteigne Writers’ Circle, 3rd Thursday, Assembly Rooms, 7.30pm, 01544 260398.

Gavin Plumley, Presteigne Festival

grass roots

Sudden Heat Wave in Our Seas Poses Threat of Fishery Collapse

SCIENTISTS who study climate change are in the habit of warning that even a one degree C change in a century is a very big deal. That has certainly been their message over the last two or three decades.

We in the British Isles have also tended to believe that the most dramatic effects of global heating will be felt thousands of miles away, maybe on low lying islands, such as Tuvalu, in the Pacific Ocean.

So, it is a real shock to read, without much warning, that sea water temperatures around the UK and Ireland have jumped this year by up to 4 degrees C above average. That is not just a guestimate. It carries the authoritative stamp of the Met Office.

And a team From Bangor University have added helpful context regarding exceptional warmth around our shores. “Marine heat waves”, they have said, “are classified as prolonged periods of anomalously high sea surface temperature”, when compared to the long-term average for the time of year.

Writing a few weeks ago, they stated “…thanks to measurements made by satellites orbiting the earth, we know that, in some areas around the UK, surface water temperatures are 4 to 5 degrees C above normal for midJune.”

“So what?” you may say, “Won’t that just mean more enjoyment for sea swimmers, as they frolic in almost Mediterranean warmth around our shores?”

As a veteran killjoy and merchant of doom, I prefer to look at the downsides of such a dramatic apparent change in our climate. What about the impact on fisheries, for instance? In my quest for evidence, I didn’t have to look too far.

Over in the States, a very helpful scientist call Chris Free had already done most of the analysis for me! Now Chris Free is clearly a brilliant person, not least because he’s been thinking along the same lines as me!

He’s also been working with top-flight climate scientists, at the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and at Rutgers University in New Jersey.

What Chris Free and these other brainy people have done is to correlate sea temperatures with the productivity of fisheries, over many years and in a wide variety of places around the world. They have found that, while fish catches in some areas have risen with higher sea temperatures, in most cases catches have gone down as the seas have got warmer.

But get this! Some regions, says Free, “have been hit especially hard.” And he zeroes in on our patch of northern Europe. As seas have warmed, he says, the North Sea which has large commercial fisheries, and the seas of east Asia, which support some of the fastestgrowing human populations, have experienced the loss

of up to a third of their fish.

He reports that the North Sea, with large fisheries for species like Atlantic cod, haddock, and herring, has experienced a 35% loss in sustainable catch potential in less than a hundred years.

That has put me in mind of the great Grand Banks fisheries collapse off the Maritime Provinces of Canada in the 1980s and 90s. When I mentioned this to my friend Kathleen in Ontario, she retorted at once, “But that was caused by over-fishing!”

Not to be deflected, I quickly began to sift through more information from my hot US source. After a bit of flannelling and a glance at the review of worldwide fishery collapses by Chris Free, I countered as follows…

“Areas,” I said, “with a history of overfishing, such as Atlantic cod in the Irish and North Seas, were among the most vulnerable.” I wish I spoke so cogently all the time! (Thanks for letting me crib from your work Chris! I will buy you a beer next time I pass by the Rutgers campus in New Jersey!)

But why and how will more warmth in the sea hit the fish? On this point, it’s the scientists at Bangor University who come to my aid. They point out that, “…those stratified seas on the continental shelf around Britain and Ireland are some of the most biologically productive on the planet.”

“They have long been an important area for fishing cod, haddock, mackerel and other species.” Those fish eat smaller fish and crustaceans which in turn feed on plankton. And, to cut a long story short, the plankton are badly disrupted and depleted by the higher temperatures! Or, as a brief headline by the Bangor University team puts it, “Fish may go hungry!”

OK! Thank goodness for the academic boffins of Bangor and Rutgers! What they’re hinting at, in brief, is, “Get down to the fish and chip shop quickly, before a collapse in fish stocks sends prices rocketing, or, worse still, sees the whole fish and chip industry go under!”

Julian O’Halloran

Fishing boat off Aberystwyth.

Photo Credit: Keith Morris www.artswebwales.com

Green Events

Every day until 31 October HEREFORD GUILD OF GUIDES Guided tours around Hereford. Also prebooked themed walks for groups all year round. Mon-Sat 11.30am, Sun 2.30pm). Tickets from the Cathedral Shop and meet at Cathedral main entrance, Adults £6, children 6-12 years £1, 07947 924494. www.herefordguidedwalks. org.uk

Sun 13 August KNUCKLAS ALLOTMENTS OPEN

AFTERNOON

Live music and tea with homemade cakes, 1-5pm. Contact knucklascastleclt@gmail.com

Fri 25 August BEES, BUGS AND FLOWERS

Festival walk in association with Radnorshire Wildlife Trust. The walk will be led by Janice Vincett and James Hitchcock. Meet outside St Andrew’s Church Hall, Presteigne, 11am, £6, advance booking only. Part of Presteigne Festival. 01544 267800, www.presteignefestival.com

Sat 26 August GARDENS - HEREFORD CATHEDRAL

Explore the Chapter House Garden, Cloister Garden, Canon’s Garden, Dean’s Garden and Bishop’s Garden, 10am-3.30pm, £6, www.herefordcathedral.org

Mon 28 August PLANT SALE

Perennials, alpines, shrubs and small trees including Acers. Forecourt at Clun Methodist Church, 10am-4pm, free entry. Proceeds to Alzheimer’s Research Trust and Clun Methodist Church.

2nd Wednesday of the month KINGTON LOCAL ENVIRONMENT & ENERGY NETWORK (KLEEN) Oxford Arms, Kington, from 7pm, www.kingtonkleen.org.uk

Aug SHROPSHIRE HILLS DISCOVERY CENTRE

4 Aug & 21 - 25 Aug - Summer Holiday ActivitySuperworm. For ages 4-11 years, 1-2.30pm, £4.50.

7 - 11 Aug & 28 Aug - 1 Sept - Summer Holiday ActivityDisasters and Dinosaurs for ages 4-11 years, 1-2.30pm, £4.50. 14 - 18 Aug - Anglo-Saxon Settlers, 1-2.30pm, for ages 5-11 years, £4.50. 14 Aug - Discovering Butterflies. Join Ian Cheeseborough for this introductory talk followed by a trip around the grounds, 10am-2pm, £16, £14.40 for members. Booking essential for all. Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, Craven Arms, 01588 676060.

Aug NATIONAL GARDEN SCHEME

5 & 6 Aug - Clawdd-y-Dre, Lions Bank, Montgomery, 2-5pm, £5. 4 & 11 Aug - Welsh Lavender, Cefnperfedd Uchaf, Maesmynis, Builth Wells, 10am-5pm, £6, pre-book. 12 & 13 Aug - 1 Church Bank Welshpool, 12-5pm, £3.50. 16 Aug - Tranquility Haven, 7 Lords Land, Whitton, 6-8pm, £4.50. 19 & 20 Aug - Willowbrook, Knighton Rd, Presteigne, 12-5pm, £5. www.ngs.org.uk

KNIGHTON COMMUNITY WOODLANDS GROUP

Volunteer with us on our weekly task days to learn new skills. http://tveg.org.uk/wordpress/woodland-project Email woodland@tveg.org.uk 01547 520374.

Every Third Saturday in the Month PRESTEIGNE REPAIR Presteigne Youth Centre, Hereford Street. 10am-12pm. Household items repaired for free. Info: 01544 267997.

First Saturday of the month LEOMINSTER REPAIR CAFE, 10-12.30pm. Community Centre. We repair small electrical items, furniture & other household items, jewellery and clothing. Free service , donations welcomed. Also café with bacon sandwiches a speciality. Facebook

complementary therapies

Disclaimer: We would like to emphasise that these listings relate to COMPLEMENTARY medicine practiitioners. 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 is for ACUPUNCTURE with Joanna Bruce RGN, MBAcC at The Body Clinic, Leominster & Richard’s Castle. Treating pain (NICE recommended) and long-term health conditions since 1985. Food intolerance testing. Phone 01584 831 840 or text 07984 460969. E-booking: www.thebodyclinicleominster.co.uk

ACCREDITED, EXPERIENCED PSYCHOTHERAPIST & COUNSELLOR: One-to-one sessions for adults age 18 upwards, in Hay-on-Wye (HR3) and by online video. Find relief from anxiety and depression; overcome trauma; transform anger and low self-worth; navigate divorce, bereavement, and other difficult life experiences. Contact Sarah Hamilton at HAY COUNSELLING, 07580 482751, www.haycounselling.co.uk.

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

ANIMAL COMMUNICATION Helping to understand your animal’s behaviour, needs and nature, to resolve emotional and behavioural problems and to deepen your relationship. Contact Kohra on 01544 262 110 or kohra@gmx.co.uk

ANXIETY, DEPRESSION, TRAUMA, LOW SELF WORTH and emotional difficulties - our innovative approach is being used with private and NHS clients with great success. Clients attend an average of 4 sessions to achieve a substantial, some say transformative, effect on their well being. You can check out the testimonials and book a one to one session on our website www. peaceofmindnow.co.uk or get in touch for more information

Mike Buckley 07931 986168 mcmbuckley@gmail.com

ARE YOU LOOKING TO GAIN DEEP SELFAWARENESS AND TO LEARN TO ACCEPT YOURSELF COMPLETELY? Find freedom and power within to change with Rebecca Perkins FdSc MBACP, experienced Counsellor available for F2F sessions at The Body Clinic, Leominster (HR6). Search www.thebodyclinicleominster. co.uk , or www.counselling-directory.org.uk for further information, or call 07789 473241.

BREASTS_BIRTH_BABIES with Rachel Giaccone experienced midwife and craniosacral therapist. I offer a wrap around education and support for your pregnancy including hypnobirth, breastfeeding, Rebozo, Closing the bones. Feel free to contact me on 07484295235 or breastsbirthbabies.uk

THE BRIGHT N BUTE COMPANY - Medical/Sports & Veterinary - K-laser (low level laser therapy) endorsed by vets (VBS Direct) & NHS (NICE guidance) for GP practices & medical profession. Contact: Louisa Clarke BSc(hons)

RVN BHSPT Cert Ed. Email: thebrightnbutecompany@ gmail.com Website: https://the-bright-n-bute-company. business.site

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY Therapeutic Massage and Yoga Classes with Clare Johnson, to help you feel more at ease and aligned physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually. I work in Ludlow and Elton, near Wigmore. Please phone 07980 070675 or email clareswork@gmail. com

COMPLETE BALANCE

I am fully trained in the therapies of The Bowen Technique, Health Kinesiology and Reiki and Seichem. These therapies re-balance the individual on physical, emotional, and mental levels helping you to resolve issues and live your best life. I offer face to face sessions from my clinic near Hereford and online consultations via Zoom, Skype, or Telephone. Treatment can resolve a multitude of problems often incredibly quickly, some of these include; back problems, emotional problems, fears, anxiety, sciatica, arthritic pain, sports injuries, hip/ankle/knee and foot problems digestive disturbances, hormonal imbalance, asthma, hay fever, migraines & headaches and more. Contact: Helen Mawson. Mobile: 07904 457 075 Email: helen@completebalance.co.uk, www.complete-balance.co.uk

CULTIVATING SPACE I offer Wild therapy, Coaching and Decluttering. Let go of the physical and emotional obstacles in your way. Reconnect with yourself, others and nature, and start living the life you wish for. Based near Ludlow. Contact Tracey Baylis on 01584 823519 or 07905 967263. Walk/talk, face to face and online consultations available. Cultivatingspace.co.uk

DEEPLY RELAXING Craniosacral Therapy can increase your well-being by releasing emotional and physical tensions. Given a safe space and correct focus, your body knows the way. I am an accredited practitioner, qualified since 2004, based in Shrewsbury, Crickhowell and Mid Wales. Email: cheryljonestherapy@gmail.com Mobile: 07476 012299.

EMDR AND HYPNOTHERAPY: Sabina Jennings BSc, PgDip Derm, Dip EMDR, Dip Hyp. HWHP. Solution Focussed Hypnotherapist and EMDR therapist for Anxiety, Low Self Worth, Relationship Concerns, Suffers of Narcissist Abuse, Imposter Syndrome, Fear of the Future etc. Visualization techniques for business and sport goals. 1 to 1 sessions or on-line. Supporting you to move forward from the limiting beliefs and habits of the past. Phone 07464202715 or see my website www.hypnotichub.co.uk.

EMOTIONAL WELLBEING: Anne Cummings FETC (Adv Dip), BAoG (Dip), MBIG (Dip) offers a safe, effective therapy to help adults and children heal their emotional and 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 panic attacks, anger, stress, bullying, low self-esteem, bereavement/loss and anxiety. For more information see www.thewritetofeel. com.

GONG BATH SOUND MEDITATION SESSIONS IN & AROUND HEREFORDSHIRE. Soundscapes can aid in the letting go of old emotions & limiting behaviours. I run twice monthly Group sessions, & also offer 1:1 sessions, hen parties, corporate / wellbeing events, retreats. For more info. Contact Lizzie 07870345216 www. lizzieyogahereford.com

HAPPINESS COACHING & PERSON CENTRED

LOU WESTON THERAPIES - The Body Clinic Leominster, offering Remedial, Deep Tissue and Pregnancy Massage. Using a range of effective techniques, treatments are relaxing yet dynamic. Connect physically and emotionally to your well-being. Book online at www.thebodyclinicleominster.co.uk or contact Lou directly loulouweston@gmail.com / 07980 650957.

COUNSELLING

I’ve been practicing for 27 years and offer a safe confidential space to off load your stresses and problems bringing relief and skills for life enabling you to be your true, authentic, fulfilled, relaxed and happier self. I’m compassionate, empathic, focused and work with integrity.Check my profile online at The Body Clinic Leominster and for booking an appointment or call me on 07903 415359.

HEREFORD HOMEOPATH Juliet Ablett RHom, MARH, MNCHM. Holistic health care with experienced practitioner using homeopathy, essences and homeobotanicals; safe and effective for all ages. I work with you as an individual, listening without judgement, working with whatever issues or problems you may have. Regular clinics in Monmouth, Hereford and Abergavenny, incl. Saturday morning children’s clinic in Hereford. See website: www.julietablett. co.uk or contact Juliet at julietablett@mailbox.org

01981 241456

HYPNOTHERAPY Vicky Nicolson-James DipHP HWHP

Herefordshire based empathetic hypnotherapist offering online or 1-1 therapy to help you live the life you want and deserve. Professional Hypnotherapy Practitioner Association and National Society of Hypnotherapy.

T:01568 760 306 E: vickynicolsonjames@gmail.com

WhatsApp: 07790 162067.

JING - LUCIA LLOYD-CLOKIE ACMT Looking to reduce your pain? Increase range of movement? You’ve found Unwind-clinic to help you! Advanced Clinical Massage Therapy; a unique outcome based system for addressing musculoskeletal pain through a fusion of advanced soft tissue techniques, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, and hot stones. Don’t delay, book in today and discover how amazing the body really is. Lucia looks forward to facilitating your healing journey, mobile: 07506 906614; email: hello@unwind-clinic.co.uk; website: www.unwind-clinic.co.uk; on IG and FB. Monday: Hereford Yoga Centre; Tuesday & Wednesday: Peretun, Ashperton; Thursday: Hop Pocket Village, Bishops Frome; Friday: Lotions and Potions, Church St, Hfd. Positive changes, one session at a time.

LEOMINSTER NATURAL HEALTH CENTRE

Chiropractic, Herbal Medicine, Kinesiology, Cranial Sacral Therapy, Hypnotherapy, Reiki, Reflexology, Emmet technique. Remedial and Holistic Massage. Counselling inc: Couples and Family, Cognitive Behaviour and NLP Stress Management, Child Birth Issues, Psychotherapy. Telephone 01568 616411 email infoleominstercommunitycentre@gmail.com Or visit Leominster Community Centre, School Road HR6 8NJ (behind Bridge Street car park).

LISA ADSHEAD I.I.H.H.T. ‘HEALING HEART SPACE’. Relaxing, flowing Massage and Reiki Healing. A time and space for you to feel more ease in your body, let go of tension and allow feelings to be. Over 20 years experience.Concessions available. Working at The Body Clinic, Leominster. 07512 773146.

MASSAGE THERAPY WITH MARIAN HARDIMAN (MTI, CNHC, MLDUK). Remedial, Sports, Holistic, Indian Head Massage. Organic Facial and Manual Lymph Drainage. Clinic in Presteigne (The Retreat), Presteigne, LD8 2UF. Contact: marian@silvanmassage.com, www.silvanmassage.com, 07816 981454.

NINA’S COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIES Reflexology, Indian Head massage, Reiki or Crystal healing all from my country treatment room near Pembridge, Leominster. I also offer distant healing. All treatments will be tailored to the individuals needs, first session will include a consultation. For more information or to book, contact Nina at nina.aitchison@gmail.com or on 07527 485404.

SHADOW WORK, COUNSELLING & EXPERIENTIAL PSYCHOTHERAPEUTIC PROCESS Facilitated shadow work is a type of embodied psychotherapy rooted in depth psychology. I work in longer sessions, typically 5-hours. These deep-dive one-to- one sessions allow a shame free space to develop within which to identify, explore and transform those habitual, ingrained or unconscious patterns, beliefs or behaviours that trap us and hold us back from living full and joyful lives. This work holds the potential for deep personal growth, and deep healing and is the place to dive real deep into difficulty and challenge, shame or guilt, your grief, your fear or rage. The holding I offer you is both sensitive and strong, and you are invited to bring anything you wish to our work together. Find out more about shadow work and schedule a free 20-minute consultation at: www.inner-truth.co.uk - Alasdair Kirk - 07792 405 660

OSTEOPATH. Mr R A Hughes D.O. Registered Osteopath and Sports Therapist. Fully qualified and registered since 1995. Established in Presteigne for over 20 years. Sciatica, Arthritis, Trapped Nerves, Back, Neck and Shoulder Pain. Headaches, Sports Injuries. 07961 352056, rahughesosteo@gmail.com The Retreat, Presteigne – free car parking.

PARKINSON’S LIFE PROGRAMME: 1 to 1 Neuro Physio-Led Coaching, Education and Exercise for People with Parkinson’s and their Families. A Flexible and Positive Approach from Diagnosis onwards. Sarah Edwards Parkinson’s Specialist Physiotherapist, MCSP HCPC-Registered. Clinic Based in Castle Street, Hereford. Home or Gym visits available. Contact us on 01432 628123 or www.edwardsphysio.co.uk

YOGA IN PRESTEIGNE

Groups and one-to-one tuition in Stapleton

Move more freely • Breathe better

Think more clearly • Experience joy

New: Vedic chant classes

Marie Hudson 01544 260352

www.theyogapractice.org.uk

SOUND THERAPY, with Gongs, Singing Bowls and other therapeutic instruments to relieve stress and anxiety, restoring mental, emotional and physical wellbeing.Monthly group ‘sound bath’ sessions in Herefordshire, 1-2-1 treatments, retreats, private groups, celebrations. Cecilia 07857 128 082, csoundspace@gmail.com, www.csoundspace.com

SOUND THERAPY BY EDAN SOUND. Soesen Edan is a certified Sound Therapist with nearly 20 years of experience running 1-2-1 and group sessions. Using sound and vibration to heal all manner of ailments and disease; physical, mental, emotional, spiritual. Monthly group sessions held in Herefordshire & Birmingham.

1-2-1 sessions run from Holme Lacy. Specialising in work with people with complex disabilities & autism; prison therapeutic education, corporate work & away days; workshops; talks; bespoke sound consultancy. www.edansound.co.uk

THE BODY CLINIC LEOMINSTER Health Support with rehabilitation, pain, mobility, long term health conditions, mental health, wellbeing, women’s and men’s health, fertility and pregnancy and much more. Struggling to figure out how best to approach your health issue? Feeling lost or overwhelmed? Book a Holistic Health Assessment. This will give you the opportunity to talk through your symptoms with an experienced health practitioner who will listen and understand your problem from all angles and advise you on your best course of action. 17 West St, HR6 8EP. www.thebodyclinicleominster.co.uk 01568 368 907, 07493 078 566, thebodyclinicleominster@gmail.com

THE WELLNESS ROOM - Anxiety relief with hypnotherapy & coaching. Combat anxiety and stress, help weight loss and reduce chronic pain. Fast, lasting results. Based in Hereford and online. £10 off with code: NEW10 www. thewellnessroom.org.uk.

Email: info@thewellnessroom.org.uk. Call: Debi on 07570 200133.

Workshops

WORKSHOP LISTINGS - Single (dated) listings are free. Year round, ongoing workshops will cost £40 per year.

Sat 12 August

CLIMBING MOUNTAINS - A RETREAT WITH REVD CANON DR MAUREEN PALMER

The Christian faith leads us on a journey. This retreat may help us to face the journey, the equipment we might require and the strategies that may help to sustain us. Hereford Cathedral, 10.30am-3.30pm, coffee/tea provided. Please bring a bible with you, £5, 01432 374225.

Clinical Psychology Services Dr Nancy Bancroft

Are you struggling with intense emotions, feeling overwhelmed, lost or stuck?

Make sense of your experience and create lasting change, with a specialist mental health professional

Trauma-focussed psychotherapy ~ EMDR ~ mind-body integration

1:1 therapy ~ training ~ supervision

Online and face-to-face sessions available in Pembridge, Herefordshire

contact hello@thebodyinmind.co.uk www.thebodyinmind.co.uk

Wed 16 August

MINDFULNESS WITH KRISTA PASSBERGER

A nice slow paced, relaxation and mindfulness-based class. Suitable for those who have practiced yoga and mindfulness before and those that wish to give it a try for the first time. Hereford Cathedral, 11.30am, £11, please book in advance, www.herefordcathedral.org

Wed 16 August

FLOW YOGA WITH KRISTA PASSBERGER

Suitable for those who have practiced yoga before and those that wish to give it a try for the first time. Hereford Cathedral, 10am, £11, please book in advance, www.herefordcathedral.org

PILATES GROUP CLASSES

In Presteigne Memorial Hall, Titley Village Hall & Lyonshall Memorial Hall. Private lessons in my garden studio. All abilities and ages welcome. Pilates reduces back pain, increases strength and flexibility, tones your body from top to toe. Move it or lose it! Helen Boley info@helenbpilates. com https://helenbpilates.com 01544 231512, 07968 970093.

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.hedgerowmedicine.org 01531 670075.

Every Tuesday

MEDITATION EVENINGS IN NEWTOWN

Healthy Mind Happy Life. We are a small group who meditate together in the evening at Plas Dolerw,Milford Road, SY16 2EH. Usually 2-5 week courses, £6 per session, no need to book. To find out dates please check our website meditationinwales.org. The class consists of simple guided meditations with practical advice from Buddha’s teachings on how to keep a peaceful and happy mind. Suitable for everyone.

Spring/Summer (potentially ongoing)

NEI GONG WEEKEND WORKSHOP

Led by Sophie Johnson, senior teacher of Lotus Nei Gong (https://www.sophieneigong.com/). For interest and inquiries, contact Kohra on 01544 262 110 or kohra@gmx.co.uk

Bright n Bute For Fitness Ltd

Human medical / Sport pain relief & accelerated healing

Area: Powys & The Marches

www.klaserthebrightnbutecompany.co.uk

Veterinary Low Level Laser Therapy

I will travel to your horses and pets.

Mrs Louisa Cookson BSc (hons) Cert Ed. ECC RVN, BHSPT

Email: thebrightnbutecompany@gmail.com

Mobile: 07972 220082