THE GEORGE & DRAGON

4, Broad Street, KNIGHTON

Some may say, opening a pub and restaurant in today’s climate is foolhardy and doomed to fail, with roaring food and energy costs, however, Justin and Helen Rees with their charismatic son Ieuan have burst back into the trade taking back their pub after a 5-year time out. Determined to restore Knighton’s favourite tourist attraction they enlisted the best builders. The combination of Justin and Helen’s vision produced a “Pheonix from the fire” effect on what was a neglected, tired space. The transformation is amazing and now stands proud as the “Go to place” in Knighton. With an outside area and cosy corners, it’s the perfect place to relax.

Justin and Helen have run this Inn for over 15 years, and they have maintained five beautiful en-suite rooms available for Bed and Breakfast coupled with great cask Ales and a mouth-watering selection of lagers and spirits. Behind the bar you will be welcomed by Rhi, Deb, Ieuan, Justin or Helen. The George and Dragon bar never fails to manifest sporadic laughter with a safe, respectful atmosphere.

In the mornings the doors open to “Coffi Clawdd” Helen’s coffee shop running Tuesday to Saturday from 10am till 14.30pm, offering freshly baked scones, cakes and gluten free alternative to compliment your excellent rich bean latte. Offering a diverse menu of baguettes, paninis and ploughman’s lunches, it’s becoming a favourite place to gather and relax.

Justin and Helen really wanted something a bit special when it came to the cuisine, they secured British Guild of Chefs decorated Malcolm Campbell, who had been Head Chef for seven years at the Lakeside Golf Course in Garthmyl, Newtown. Ex-Army catering officer, Microbiologist and triple medal winning finalist of the national and International Chef of the Year representing the British Forces, Malcolm has joined the George and Dragon team with an immense repertoire of culinary creation which has spanned over 32 years, from the Grand Hotel in Brighton to a tent in Nairobi cooking for our troops. “We are quickly gaining the reputation for excellent cuisine and consistent standards, of which I am very pleased about, but we are especially proud of our vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options of which we have over 20 on our menu that is a 7-page turner.” No more feeling awkward or rejected, all our customers are VIP, and I will personally take care of their every requirement.” Malcolm Campbell.

The George and Dragon have made some ripples in Knighton with Indian, Thai and Chinese theme nights, Carvery Sundays, German, French, American and British cuisine, plus menu requests and private table dining! Now with a reputation of the best fish and chips in town, nothing can stop this team as they welcome customers from a further afield through the best source possible, being Broad Sheep.

The George and Dragon are a team who are determined to lead by example, for eating and drinking establishments in Powys, both in price and quality, nestled in a lovely respectful ambiance which is perfect for an afternoon tea, a family birthday party, a good old night out, or some fine dining.

CHEVALIER (12A)

Historic dramas have gained much currency in recent years – think THE FAVOURITE, BRIDGERTON, BELLE – and director Stephen Williams

(TV’s WESTWORLD) has excelled in bringing the unlikely but true 18th century tale of the half-caste son of a slave-girl and her master to the big screen. The opening scene in which the titular hero, and gifted violinist, upstages Mozart at his own concert is sensational but then flashes back to his harsh boyhood on a Guadalupe plantation so we might understand what drives him and what he must conquer to become what one French journalist called ‘the most amazing man of this century’. Along the way Chevalier who was also a supremely talented dancer, fencer, intellectual and composer beds beautiful women and champions underdogs and Kevin Harrison Jnr (CYRANO, ELVIS) brings this extraordinary character to life with great gusto… and a wonderful supporting cast.

Shrewsbury Film Society

7 July THE ROCKET (12)

Shrewsbury Film Society. The Hive, Belmont, Shrewsbury, 01743 234970

SPARC, BISHOP’S CASTLE

6 & 11 July ALLELUJAH (12A)

3 Aug DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: HONOUR AMONG THIEVES (12A)

SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle, 01588 638038

WYESIDE, BUILTH WELLS

1 & 2 July TRANSFORMERS: RISE OF THE BEAST (ctbc)

Until 2 Aug INDIANA JONES & THE DIAL OF DESTINY (ctbc)

1, 2, 4 - 6 July CHEVALIER (12A)

Wyeside, Builth Wells 01982 552555

LIVE EVENTS ON SCREEN

Until 2 July MATTHEW BOURNE’S SLEEPING BEAUTY

Old Market Hall, Shrewsbury, 01743 281281.

2 July MATTHEW BOURNE’S SLEEPING BEAUTY

The Hafren Theatr, Newtown, 2.30pm, 01686 948100. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7pm, 01432 340555.

3 & 4 July CARMEN

Benjamin Millepied’s musical drama. Ludlow Assembly Rooms, 7.30pm, 01584 878141.

5 July FLEABAG

National Theatre (encore screening). Blake Theatre, Monmouth, 7pm, 01600 719401.

5 July EXHIBITION ON SCREEN: TOKYO STORIES

Based on a major exhibition at the Ashmolean in Oxford. Ludlow Assembly Rooms, 7.30pm, 01584 878141.

7 July BEST OF ENEMIES

National Theatre. Blake Theatre, Monmouth, 7pm, 01600 719401.

8 July HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL

Wyeside, Builth Wells, 7pm, 01982 552555.

9 July MATTHEW BOURNE’S SLEEPING BEAUTY

Wyeside, Builth Wells, 2pm, 01982 552555.

13 July FLEABAG

National Theatre. Ludlow Assembly Rooms, 7pm, 01584 878141.

16 & 19 July OKLAHOMA!

Wyeside, Builth Wells, 2pm, 01982 552555.

19 July FLEABAG

National Theatre. Market Theatre, Ledbury, 7.30pm, 07967 517125.

19 July OKLAHOMA!

National Theatre. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7pm, 01743 281281.

19 & 27 July OKLAHOMA!

1999 National Theatre production. Ludlow Assembly Rooms, 7pm, 01584 878141.

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.

National Theatre

Dance Performance

Sat 1 July

DANCERS ON THE SQUARE

INSTEP DANCE ACADEMY. Castle Square, Ludlow, 3.15pm, free, part of Ludlow Fringe Festival, www.ludlowfringe.co.uk

Sat 8 July

ICONS

LG DANCE & DRAMA students. Inspiring, dynamic, powerful, moving performances in contemporary and lyrical, authentic street, musical theatre and more. The Courtyard, Hereford, 2.30pm & 6pm, 01432 34055.

Sat 8 & Sun 9 July

A WELSH CELEBRATION

MID WALES DANCE ACADEMY. Their annual show involving over 200 students. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, Sat 6pm, Sun 2pm & 5pm, 01874 611622.

Sat 15 July

ON BROADWAY

ROAM DANCE SCHOOL & CREATIVE ARTS present a showcase of contemporary, lyrical, jazz, ballet, street and hip hop dance. Amateur production. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £16.50/£15, 01743 281281.

Sat 15 July

DANCE BLAST

Showcasing community dance groups. Borough Theatre, Abergavenny, £10, children £5, 01873 850805.

Sat 15 July

HEREFORD ACADEMY OF DANCE SHOWCASE

The senior students perform an energetic, passionate and fun programme of dance and choreography. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, 01432 340555.

Sun 16 July

IN THE SPOTLIGHT

THE VIV KELLY SCHOOL OF DANCE & THEATRE. An intimate performance by the youth and adult performers. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7pm, £15, 01743 281281. Amateur performance.

Fri 21 July

THE REMARKABLY TALENTED MR WEAVER PRESENTS...

THE WEAVER ENSEMBLE performs ‘The Loves of Mars and Venus’ and ‘The Loves of Pygmalion’, using Weaver’s instructions on dance-drama. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7pm, £15, under 18s £10, 01743 281281.

Thurs 27 July

SUMMER DANCE GALA

ELIZABETH GIBBS DANCE. A variety of dance numbers from West End musicals and classical ballet. 2Faced Dance Company will be guest dancers. The Courtyard, Hereford, 6pm, 01432 340555.

Dance Workshops

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

Sun 16 July

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, Hereford. 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.

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