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COUPLE of hours before going onstage at the legendary Party at the Castle at Abergavenny Food Festival we (Little Rumba) were introduced to a modest, friendly German called Jürgen. All the band, except me, recognised him as the popular Bake Off contestant, who to the dismay of viewers was ejected from the competition just before the final. He had been talking at the food festival and had let slip to the organisers that he also played trombone. They had sent him off to us with the suggestion that we find a spot for him. With some trepidation, we told him to join us at the soundcheck. Although not exactly Trombone Shorty he did seem to know one end of the instrument from the other (particularly important when playing trombone). I picked out a few numbers with simple chord sequences and agreed he should join us onstage towards the end of the set. We had a particularly nice gig and as the sun set the Bake Off savvy audience were delighted when Jürgen joined us and played solos on four or five songs. Here is a pic of us after the gig to prove I’m not making all this up and the icing on the cake was that the following week on The Food Programme on Radio 4 Jürgen was interviewed and the programme (all about the food festival) played out with a recording of Jürgen and Little Rumba. We immediately jumped on this as a possible route to fame and fortune and have decided from now on to incorporate a reality TV star as guest artiste at all our gigs. We don’t care who it is or how rubbish their playing is as long as they have been on Mastermind, or Love island and can knock out 3 blind mice on the recorder, they’re in. Failing that we will have to send the band off one by one to get famous. John could do Master Chef, Hugh could do The Pottery Throwdown one, Jax could do Strictly, Jess could do The Masked Singer I could do Crimewatch and Dave the band’s favourite stand in could do Dog Portrait Artist of the Year.

A couple of days ago I invited myself for a quick preview of a venture that opens on November 2nd in Llandrindod. Over the last three years the intrepid duo of musician Adam Faust and artist Kate Milsom have taken on Bradleys a magnificent Email: info@broadsheep.com wreck of a Victorian Hardware store and turned it into a thing of beauty. You probably Website: www.broadsheep.com know the cast iron façade of this building the grandest thing in Middleton Street the main shopping street but inside it was in a poor state. Roof, windows, electrics, plumbing, décor you name it and the duo, with a hand picked bunch of builders have sorted it. This time no hardware I’m afraid but instead a sumptuous coffee and wine bar. A stunning art gallery curated by Kate which will house the Kilvert Collection and the work of Eugene Fisk and others and behind the main four-storey building another three-storey monster which is now a fully kitted Twin Peaks Recording Studio and two floors of really classy accommodation, plus kitchen, bathrooms and lounging space that should keep the snootiest rock star happy. It’s great and I heartily recommend you get down there with your mates and grab a comfortable table in the window, snaffle up some tapas or perhaps a croissant or two with some excellent coffee and the finest French and Spanish wines known to humanity and watch the world go by. Afterwards you can either peruse the amazing art collection or pop in the back and record your new album! https://bradleysbuilding.com

Photo credit: Deb Bunker & Full Mongrel & Co.

Cover pic: Wild Hare Club, My Darling Clementine - 30 Nov GWRSA, Railway Club, Hereford.

small ads SVELT 60S FELLA Seeks a female cycling and coffee partner. Hereford area. Apply xis2xis@gmail.com APPLE MAC COMPUTER REPAIRS UPGRADES AND TUITION All Apple computers. On site service only. Any distance. Call or Email Lee on 07875 267790 mail@applemacmechanic.co.uk LOST FOR WORDS? Experienced magazine, newspaper and book editor, advertising copywriter, journalist, author and longstanding Broad Sheep contributor can edit, re-write, proof read, research or write from scratch, whatever you need word-wise. Modest fees, quick turnaround. Email: williams.mark1@gmail.com GUITAR SETUPS AND REPAIRS. Electric and Acoustic guitars. Based in Ludlow. Neck relief, action height, saddle radius, bridge adjustment, intonation, fretboard treatment, fret polish, pickup height, electrics service, electrical screening, cleaning etc. Friendly professional service, fast turnaround. Can collect. Call 07770 321 904. DESIGNATED DESKS FOR HIRE Looking for somewhere new to work from? Get your very own desk at WorkPlace at the Ludlow Mascall Centre, available on a monthly basis. Includes Wi-Fi, parking, tea and coffee, and printer access. Hot desks also available on a daily basis. Contact director@ludlowmascallcentre.co.uk or 01584 873882 for details. BEEKEEPING FOR BEGINNERS Introductory courses, talks on bees and beekeeping and one to one tuition. For further details phone 07813 276308/01886 884752 or email woodruffbank@btinternet.com CHAIR REPAIRS: seats rushed & recaned. Also Danish cord & Habitat sheet cane seats. Paul Richards, 01544 209140. Email - paulrichardsft@gmail. com CATERING CROCKERY, CUTLERY AND GLASSWARE FOR HIRE. Up to 100 settings. Contact Ruth on 01544 350559 or 07870 752325. RETIRED PROFESSIONAL PAINTER AVAILABLE for local work. References available. £80.00 per day. Try me. Roy 01547 520164.

JAZZ PIANO TUITION A specially created course for beginners through to intermediate level students. Also coaching for Associated Board jazz exams. Presteigne/Knighton, but happy to travel. Simon Deeley, 07890 303681. simon.deeley@aol.com PIANO LESSONS IN PRESTEIGNE. All ABRSM grades or simply for fun. Contact Mzia 07981752405, mziag@hotmail.co.uk HANCOCK & MONKS MUSIC, 6 Broad Street, Hay-on-Wye. Tel: 01591 610555. Specialists in recorded and printed Classical Music for over 40 years. Huge stock of secondhand CDs, sheet music, scores and books on music. Open daily 10.30am - 4.30pm. Online catalogue at www.hancockandmonksmusic.co.uk FRUIT TREE PRUNING From one branch to an entire orchard. Tel: 01544 260656. apjervis@myphone.coop WANTED URGENTLY VINTAGE CLOTHING for male/ female, plus accessories including jewellery, shoes, etc. Also wanted: quality curtains, lace and textiles, even damaged. Plus designer clothing including male/ female... tweeds, evening dresses etc. Also unusual items including fans etc. Please telephone: Annie 07798 632247. Teagowns and Textiles. annies.30@hotmail.com P/T OR OCCASIONAL WORK WANTED Cheerful, fit, educated, mature woman seeks employment. Clean driving licence, DBS checked. Anything considered from office/business support to house sitting including driving, gardening and dog walking. Phone Katy 01547 520328. VIOLIN/VIOLA LESSONS All styles, all ages, beginners to advanced. Help with composition, theory, aural training. Accompaniment also offered. Ring Tony on 01544 321925 or visit his website: http://camelmusic. co.uk for a CV and more information. VIOLIN & VIOLA LESSONS given by experienced professional in Presteigne. All abilities and styles taught. John Hymas 07969 440183. PRESTEIGNE POP CHOIR Every Thursday. Contact John Hymas for details: 07969 440183. john@johnhymas.com A STITCH IN TIME Careful repairs & creative alterations to well-loved clothes. Vintage a speciality. Anne 01544 267997.

HAYSTACKS MUSIC, Backfold, Hay-on-Wye, HR3 5EQ. Tel: 07527 298199. Hay’s Headline Making Independent Music Shop - only a one minute walk from the main car park. Hay’s destination shop packed with pre-loved machine cleaned and new vinyl records, CDs, Books and more.

philosophy We’re Going To Need Bigger Buckets

N abiding memory of my father was his list-making. His final chore before bed was to make a list of the jobs to be done the next day. Some people, thinking much further ahead, make lists that extend far into the future, marking out the intended shape of their lives. [Maybe they’ve forgotten the old joke: how do you make God laugh? – you tell Him your plans.] A very different affair is the bucket-list: things to get done sooner rather than later. Urgent. Tempus fugit. Lists, of which there are many types, look either backwards or forwards in time. They’re either a kind of grim end-of-term report on a life already lived – such as the Always-Intended-To-Do-But-Never-Did list, or the more optimistic Still-Determined-To-Do variety. Another variation on the theme is the TO-Done list, the invention of The Guardian columnist Hannah Jane Parkinson. She advocates making a list of tasks already completed. So beneficial is this technique she can recommend it to anyone feeling the need to de-stress and to feel better about themselves. [Her delightful book, The Joy of Small Things, should be on your own To-Done list.] As your Philosopher-in-Residence I’m delighted to offer my own modest contribution, namely, the NEVER-TO-DO list. For example, I intend NEVER to get a tattoo, NEVER to go on a cruise, and NEVER to spend so much as another minute with Mr and Mrs B. [especially Mr B.] And for bungee-jumping or swimming with sharks or trying out the zip-wire at Blaenau Ffestiniog – no thank you. NEVER. If you’re tempted to see this as a negative attitude, resist the temptation. Compiling the NEVER-TO-DO list is the opposite of negative: it’s clearing the decks, thereby giving yourself a better chance of identifying, and working on the things you REALLY want to achieve in life. The NEVER-TO-DO list strips away the layers of dross and lets the Good Life shine through. At least, that’s the theory. Along similar lines is the well-known image of the sculptor chipping away, knowing that hidden in the stone or wood is a work of art waiting to be revealed. ‘All’ the sculptor has to do is get rid of what’s not necessary. The masterpiece is already there, just below the surface, waiting to be unlocked and let into the light of day. Yes, one way or another lists can be extremely useful. But they can also be disturbing. Alarming even. Which leads me to Jean-Paul Sartre. Sartre is not everybody’s cup of tea. There’s a bleakness in his philosophy. Indeed, writing about such rib-tickling themes as anguish, alienation, abandonment and meaninglessness – not to forget his view that ‘hell is other people’, that we’re ‘condemned to be free’ and that ‘human life begins on the far side of despair’ – he hardly comes across as a laugh-a-minute. For sure, his philosophy takes no prisoners.

Jean-Paul Sartre

Like all his existentialist colleagues, be they religious or secular, Sartre attempts to describe what it means to be human. More specifically, what it means to live one’s life to the full, to live an ‘authentic’ existence. His views have divided people. Some see his account of the human condition as so ludicrously flawed that it cannot be taken seriously. Not even proper philosophy. For others, though, he offers some uncomfortable truths – one of which brings us back to list-making. Sartre argues that an individual’s life can be adequately summed up in terms of what they have actually achieved. In other words, the To-Done list. For him, nothing else counts, not even unfulfilled intentions, or failed hopes. Writing in 1946 he claims that the human being is ‘nothing else but the sum of his actions, nothing else but what his life is’. If so, this is a hard truth to swallow, since it takes out of account all those frustrations and physical circumstances that might prevent us from realizing our ambitions. Even so, Sartre insists on seeing his description of the human condition as thoroughly optimistic, placing our destiny in our own hands. We’re self-made, but the process is on-going. It’s not yet complete. The individual, like the human race as whole, Sartre sees as a work in progress. So maybe lists are our friends. The To-Do bucket-list focuses the mind on specific targets and prompts us to get on with the job. Carpe diem. The Never-To-Do list helps us eliminate time-wasting activities. Then there’s the TO-Done list – that THE one to KEEP CONSTRUCTING. Whichever list we’re working on, sooner or later we’re going to need bigger buckets. Philosopher-in-Residence

art POWYS Open Studios, Far Hall, Dolau, near Llandrindod Wells LD1 5TW 01597 851 181 2 & 3 Dec h.Art, Venue 97 JULIENNE BRAHAM, JASON BRAHAM, SIMON HULBERT paintings and pottery. Refreshments with donations to Crisis at Christmas. Open 10am - 5pm. Studer Fine Art - The Gallery, 4 High Street, Presteigne. www.studerfineart.com 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. Hay Castle, Oxford Road, Hay-on-Wye HR3 5DG 01497 820079 Until 12 Nov JOSEF HERMAN: Artistiaid Ffoadur Cymru Refugee Artists. Open 10am-4.30pm. Oriel Davies Gallery, Newtown 01686 625041 Until 25 Feb ‘Artes Mundi 10’ CAROLINA CAYCEDO. Significant solo presentation of new and existing work from one of the world’s most important international contemporary artists. Until 8 Nov ‘Artes Mundi 10’. DANIEL TRIVEDY. A Tiger in the Castle. Open Tues-Sun 11am-4pm.

Radnorshire Museum, Temple Street, Llandrindod Wells LD1 5DL 01597 824513 Geology, Archaeology, Natural 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.

The Table & The Chair, 43 Lion Street, Hay-on-Wye 01497 822802 www.thetablehay.com Until 18 Nov KAREN BIRKIN & DUNCAN CLARKE. 25 Nov - 23 Dec JACK HILTON. Open Thurs-Sat 10am-3pm. The Hay Makers, St John’s Place, Hay-on-Wye HR3 5BN 01497 820556 Until 12 Nov Autumn exhibition. HESTER COX - prints. PENKRIDGE CERAMICS - ceramic fruit and vegetables. ANNABET WYNDHAM - jewellery. SARAH KINNERSLEY jewellery. JEREMY JAMES ceramics. DAWN CRIPPS - textiles. 13 Nov - Jan Christmas exhibition. ROGER HARRIS - sculpture. GINNY LE BAILEY - jewellery. JANE LITTLEFIELD - stained glass. ROWAN MacGREGOR - metal sculpture. RICHARD WILSON - ceramics. Open Mon-Sat 10.30am-5pm, Sun 11am-4pm. The Judge’s Lodging, Broad St, Presteigne 01544 260650 www.judgeslodging.org.uk 25 Nov Festive Museum Open Day. Free admission to The Judge’s Lodging all day, see the Christmas tree, roaring fires and lots to discover about Victorian Christmas traditions. Refreshments. 10.30am-4.30pm. Larchwood Studio, Rackety Farm, Wyecliff, Hay-on-Wye HR3 5RS 1 Nov ‘Retrospective 2023. MAUREEN RICHARDSON. Celebrating 70 years of creativity. Exhibition continues online throughout Nov at www.thekilvertgallery.com Hafren Theatre, Llanidloes Rd, Newtown SY 16 4HW 01686 948100 4 Dec - 26 Jan Hafren Open Art Competition. Open theatre times. Minerva Arts Centre, High Street, Llanidloes 01686 413467 11 Nov - 23 Dec Christmas Craft Fair. Pottery, glass, wood, felt, knits, willow, pyrography, sewing, cards, toys, clothing, accessories, art and more. Open daily10.30am-4.30pm. Court Cupboard Gallery, New Court Farm, Llantillio Pertholey, Abergavenny NP7 8AU 01873 852011 ROSIE FAREY & MANDY COATS - baskets. SUSAN GALLAGHER paintings. 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. Mid Wales Arts Centre, Caersws, Near Newtown 01686 688369 10 Nov - 17 Dec Winter Open exhibition. Thurs-Sun 11am-4pm. Found Gallery, 1 Bulwark, Brecon LD3 7LB 07736 062849 www.foundgallery.co.uk Until 11 Nov Black Mountain Painters. JONATHAN ADAMS, NIEL BALLY, VIRGINA BROWN, SUE CUNNINGHAM, JULIET FARNESE, DAVID HALL, FAYE KINSELLA, ANNA KNIGHT, JONATHAN MUNRO-HUNT, CAROLINE PRYCE-MASON, ANDY THORNLY, JEREMY VEVERS. CLARE WALTERS - ceramics. Open Tues-Sat 10am-4.30pm. 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 4 Nov - 27 Jan Mixed Winter Show. A winter gathering of paintings, drawing, printmaking, mixed media, ceramics and jewellery. Open Tues-Sat 9.30am-5pm. Knighton Fine Art, 2 Broad Street, Knighton 01547 528052 www.knightonfineart.co.uk knightonfineart@btinternet.com Nov ‘Christmas-is-a-coming’. A cornucopia of Christmas treats – Packs of cards, calendars, handcarved spoons, wooden coasters and pot-stands,table decorations etc. Gifts for all ages plus our usual wide range of craft and paintings. Wed-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat 10am-1pm.

Richard Surman, Made in the Marches Gallery, Kington

Phillip Huckin, Picturemakers, Courtyard, Hereford

Julienne Braham, Open Studios, Far Hall, Dolau

Jason Braham, Open Studios, Far Hall, Dolau

Sharon Harvey, Greenstage at Bromtrees Hall, Stoke Lacy

Daniel Trivedy, Oriel Davies Gallery, Newtown

Museum of Modern Art, Tabernacle, Heol Penrallt, Machynlleth SY20 8AJ 01654 703355 info@moma.machynlleth.org.uk Until 4 Nov ‘Moss Garden’. KIM ATKINSON & NOELLE GRIFFITHS. Until 4 Nov ‘Round Boxes in a Square Peg’. Until 11 Nov ‘On This Land’. KEITH BOWEN. Until 11 Nov ‘Song of Songs’. The Tabernacle Collection. Until 11 Nov Sculpture Cymru Part 1. 11 Nov - 27 Jan ‘Tir’. GUTO MORGAN. 18 Nov - 3 Feb Sculpture Trail Part 2. 18 Nov - 3 Feb Young Welsh Artists 2023. 18 Nov - 3 Feb The Tabernacle Collection: Abstract Works. Wed-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat 10am-1pm. 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. The Strand Hall, Builth Wells LD2 3AA 01982 551568 18 Nov Artisan Market. Arts, crafts and homemade produce. 10am3pm. 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 2 Nov - 14 Dec Annual exhibition by LLANDRINDOD WELLS ART GROUP.Open Tues-Thurs 10am-4pm, Sat 9.30am-12pm.

Rhayader Museum & Gallery, CARAD, East Street, Rhayader LD6 5ER 01597 810561 www.carad.org.uk Look out for new activities and sign up for the free information newsletter online. Open Tues-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat 10am-12pm.

HEREFORDSHIRE Leominster www.leominsterheartandheritage. co.uk/roars 22 & 23 Nov ‘Light Up Leominster. Look at Leominster with fresh eyes! Free family friendly Light Up trail around the centre. Projections, light and sound installations, lantern parades, late evening shopping and more. 5-8pm. Greenstage Gallery, Bromtrees Hall, Stoke Lacy, Bromyard HR7 4HZ 01885 490839 www.greenstagegallery.co.uk 25 - 27 Nov h.Art Christmas opening. Venue 18. New work by KATIE BRENT, PIA DOWSE, KEITH FENTON, GOHAR GODDARD, SHARON HARVEY, SARA HAYWARD, SARA HUXLEY, STEVE JOHNSTON, BERYL MORGANS, PLUM NEASMITH, PAUL POWIS, CHRISTOPHER RAINHAM, ROB RITCHIE, SALLY STAFFORD, PIP WALTERS & PIERRE WILLIAMS. Open 10am-4pm. Bocam Gallery, Space 10, Bastion Mews, Union St, Hereford HR1 2BT 07929 206707 www.bocamgallery.com Nov Modern contemporary, pop, street art, prints. Thurs-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10.30am-4.30pm. Walenty Pytel Gallery & Studio Tour, near Ross-on-Wye, HR9 7SB 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. 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 HODGSON - wood carving and kitchenwood. PATIA DAVIS - slip decorated earthenware and porcelain. JEREMY STEWARD - wood-fired salt-glazed stoneware and porcelain. PETRA STEWARD - wood-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.

Old Stable Gallery, Leominster Tourist Information Centre, Corn Square, Leominster 01568 616460 1 - 29 Nov ‘A World of Colour’. MELVYN WOOD - landscapes. 9.30am-4pm. Oxenham Art, Broad Street, Leominster HR6 8BT 01568 611898 Nov Featured artists: STEVE BROWN - ceramics. WENDY KIRK textiles. Open Mon-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 10am-3pm. Mappa Mundi & Chained Library, Hereford Cathedral 01432 374200 24 & 25 Nov Magna Carta evening. Discover the Magna Carta in greater detail, access to the Mappa Mundi & Chained Library exhibition, 10am-5pm, normal admission applies. Until 30 Dec ‘Laden with Fruit’. Celebrating the bounty of fruit at Hereford Cathedral. Featuring new artwork by JEANETTE McCULLOCH & BookArtClub inspired by botanical illustrations in the Cathedral’s collections. Mon-Sat 10am-5pm. Admission charges apply. MADE IN HR6, St Leonard’s Church, Yarpole HR6 0BB 01568 780590 25 & 26 Nov A wide range of handmade items, just in time for Christmas! Gallery cafe and Yarpole shop also open. Open 10.30am-4pm. The Forum, 18 Market Square, Tenbury Wells WR15 8EA 01584 810085 www.georginafranklin.co.uk GEORGINA FRANKLIN - jewellery. Individual contemporary design. Commissions undertaken. South Chapel, All Saints Church, Hereford 01432 370414 Until 16 Dec Sale of Christmas cards. Mon-Sat 9.30am-4pm. Made in the Marches Gallery, 12 Church Street, Kington HR5 3AZ 07531 820195 www.madeinthemarches.com Nov 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. ANGELA SOULIER jewellery. RICHARD SURMAN photographs. MICHAEL MABEL - woodturner. LILLE ERIS - glass. Alongside cooperative members: NICKI CORNISH, REBECCA FINNEY, JO FLETCHER, NANCY FROST, FREY GAMBLE-MAPES, TESSA GAVIN, JANE KEAY, CELIA KIBBLEWHITE, SUE LEAVETT, CLARE LESTER, CLAIR MURPHY & HELEN SMITH. 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. The Courtyard Theatre, Hereford 01432 340555 Until 25 Nov ‘Boundaries’. PICTUREMAKERS - a group of artists from Mid Wales. Visual artwork, both literal and abstract, responding to the theme ‘Boundaries’. Open theatre times. No. 1 Station Approach, Hereford Until 30 April 2024 MATTHEW CORNFORD & JOHN BECK. The 170th anniversary of Hereford College of Arts, a Meadow Arts and Hereford College of Arts commission. Apple Store Gallery, Unit 1, Rockfield Road, Hereford HR1 2UA 01432 263937 www.applestoregallery.com Until 11 Nov ‘Bring in the Light’ LIN MATHIAS & HELEN HENMAN. 16 Nov - 17 Dec ‘Christmas Delights’. Open Wed-Fri 10am-3pm, Sat 10am-1pm. Also open on 25/26 Nov & 2/3 Dec 10am-3pm as part of h.Art Christmas event.

Gallery 54, 54 High Street, Ross-on-Wye 01989 567917 Nov New work from LEYLA MURR and JOHN MAXWELL STEELE. Open Thurs-Sat 10am-4pm. Old Chapel Gallery, East Street, Pembridge HR6 9HB 01544 388842 ww.oldchapelgallery.co.uk 4 Nov - New Year ‘Winter Curiosities’. TAMSIN ABBOTT stained glass. JEMIMA JAMESON - painted wood. JUSTINE ALLISON - porcelain. JO VERITY decoupage. LILLY ERIC - stained glass. SAFFRON GUY & DUNCAN WHITE - ceramics. KELDA SPROSTON - art. REBECCA LEWIS - jewellery. RACHEL WRIGHT textile art. COLIN SEE-PAYTON - woodcuts. RACHEL BAILEY jewellery. 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. Market Hall, Kington 07977 978676 anna@akdcrafts.co.uk 18 Nov Print, paint, wood, wool, paper, metalwork, ceramics, baskets and more. Open 9.30am-3.30pm.

The Regal, 49 Teme St, Tenbury Wells WR15 8AE 01584 811442 4 & 25 Nov Craft and Table Top Sale. Open from 10am. The Old Shoe Shop, 43 High St, Kington HR5 3BJ 29 Nov The makers have a late opening of their studios and shop for arts and crafts. CELIA KIBBLEWHITE - leafy lampshades. CARRIE EDE - textile artist. LAURIEL DESIGN/FORAGER SHEEPSKIN, RAW THREAD DESIGN. Open until 7pm. Elmslie House Gallery, 8 Avenue Rd, Malvern WR14 3AG 07789 470780 Until 4 Nov ‘In Search of the Perfect Hill’. New work by artists ADRIENNE CRADDOCK, ANDREW JOHNSON, RICHARD GILBERT, BRIDGET MacDONALD & KATHRYN MOORE. Open 10am-5pm, closed Mon/Tues. Ewyas Harold Memorial Hall www.ehcraftcentre.org.uk 26 Nov Christmas Fair. Selling hand-crafted items, plus festive workshops which are available to pre-book. Open 10am-4pm. Weavers Gallery, Church Lane, Ledbury 07881 926661 13 - 19 Nov Sage Collective textile group. 20 - 25 Nov LEDBURY ART SOCIETY Christmas show. Open 10am-4.30pm. SHROPSHIRE SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle 01588 630321 6 - 30 Nov DOUGLAS WHEELER. Open Mon-Thurs 9am-9pm, Sat & Sun 9am-12pm. Ludlow Assembly Rooms, Mill St, Ludlow 01584 878141 Until 17 Nov ‘There and Back’. SUE LEAVETT - prints and paintings. Open Mon-Sat 10am-7.30pm. The Gateway Gallery, Chester Street, Shrewsbury SY1 1NB gatewaygallery@gmail.com 10 Nov - 21 Dec ‘Hidden’. GRACE CURRIE - paintings, drawings, photographs and ceramics. Open Mon-Fri 9am-4.30pm, Thurs until 8pm during term time.

Ludlow Racecourse, Bromfield, Ludlow SY8 2BT www.ludlowchristmasfair.co.uk 14 Nov Ludlow Christmas Fair. 50 hand-picked stalls. £5 entry, free parking, refreshments, lunches, teas. All proceeds to RJAH League of Friends and Working Together Ludlow. Open 9.30am-3.30pm.

Mrs Jones Art Shop & Gallery, 118 Longden Coleham, Shrewsbury SY3 7DU 01743 245134 www.mrsjonesgallery.co.uk 4 - 25 Nov ‘Up The Garden Path’. Print exhibition by CATHERINE BOWDLER, ELLY JONES, ELLIE CLIFTLANDS, KAREN SILLAR, RACHEL QUILTY, SAM MARSHALL, SU FRANCE. Open Wed-Sat 10.30am-4pm. The Hive, Belmont, Shrewsbury 01743 234970 Until 5 Dec ‘Lines of Thought’. LUKE CRUMPT. 13 Dec - 13 Feb Wellbeing Projects Showcase. Drawings, paintings, ceramics, digital art, animation, music video and poetry demonstrate how we use inspiring, inclusive and creative experiences to transform lives. Tues-Fri 10am-4.30pm. Bishop’s Castle Town Hall 01588 630023 www.bishopscastletownhall.co.uk Until 14 Nov DI AND ANDREW DOUCE. Open 10am-4pm. 4 Nov Antique & Flea market. Open 9am-4pm. 18 Nov - 16 Dec CASTLE ARTISTS. Open 10am-4pm. 25 Nov Christmas Craft Fair.

VENUE 97

OPEN STUDIOS, FAR HALL, DOLAU, LD1 5TW

Paintings and Pottery JASON BRAHAM JULIENNE BRAHAM SIMON HULBERT

Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, School Rd, Craven Arms SY7 9RS 01588 676060 4 & 5 Nov Frost Fair. A wide selection of handmade crafts and Christmas gifts from talented Shropshire crafts people. Open 10am-4pm, free entry. The Willow Gallery, 56 Willow Street, Oswestry SY11 1AD 01691 657575 Until 24 Dec BORDERLAND VISUAL ARTS winter collection and CHESHIRE ARTISTS NETWORK. 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 10 Nov 100 Years of Musical Theatre. Until 30 Nov Imagination Playground. Build and explore giant blue blocks. Until 17 Dec ‘Ashes Under Uricon’. Open 10am-4pm, Sun 11am-4pm. 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 Factory, Cambrian Buildings, Coney Green, Oswestry SY11 2JL 25 & 26 Nov Open Studios. Featuring SIAN HUGHES, EMMA SHERRY, PAM TOLER, MAGGIE FURMANEK, MADDY VALE, RACHEL SWIFT, VIV SEINET-MARTIN, CARYS SANDERS, TAMMY WILLIAMS, SARA PIPER HEAP, BOB KNOWLES & RACHEL HOLIAN. Open 10am-4pm. Plus free drop-in workshop for all on 26 Nov, make a unique clay Christmas decoration. Downstairs Gallery, Ludlow Library, 7-9 Parkway Lane, Ludlow SY8 2PG 01743 250510 Until 4 Jan ‘Affordable and Accessible Art Show’. LUDLOW ART SOCIETY. All works anonymous until point of sale and all priced £60. Proceeds to Ludlow LIbrary and Ludlow Food Bank. www.ludlowartsociety.gov.uk Open Mon 9.30am-6pm, Tues, Wed & Fri 9.30am-5pm, Sat 9.30am-1pm. 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 HANN bronze sculpture. DANIELLE FLOWERS - contemporary jewellery. KIM DAVIS - wood turning. PAUL BURTON - sculpture. JAN JAY textile designs and screen prints. PIP JONES - watercolours. SARAH BILLINGHAM - pottery. Open Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm. Aardvark Books, The Bookery, Manor Farm, Brampton Bryan, near Bucknell SY7 0DH 01547 530744 www.ardvark-books.com 3 Dec Aardvark Christmas Fair. Over 20 brilliant stalls with vintage, crafts and Christmas essentials! Live music from The Dutch Lewis Trio. Hot food and free mulled wine. 10am-3pm.

Art & Craft Workshops

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

Open 10am - 5pm Saturday 2nd & Sunday 3rd December Tel: 01597 851 181 julienne@farhallstudios.co.uk

Refreshments and home-made cakes available with donations to charity

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.

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. 07533 362900. Email angie@angiehughes.com 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. ALEX ALLPRESS POTTERY STUDIO - POTTERY EXPERIENCES & LESSONS Church Street, Builth 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 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 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. November 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 through the Autumn and Winter. POTTERS WHEEL COURSES 4, 18, 25 & 26 November. Weekend: £280. Day: £150 per person. Spend the day or weekend relaxing and creating pots on the potter’s wheel. Eastnor Pottery, Home Farm, Eastnor, near Ledbury. Please book online, www. eastnorpottery.co.uk Email admin@eastnorpottery.co.uk or telephone 01531 633886.

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! Until Fri 3 November SPOOKY SCIENCE Make a cup scream, a face jump onto a pumpkin and parachute a spider. Make a paper skeleton to take home and much more. Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, Craven Arms, 1-2.30pm, £4.50 per child (for 4-11 year olds), 01588 676060. Tues 7 November CREATIVE NETWORKING EVENING A relaxed and friendly FREE get together for creative professionals in and around Leominster. Come along for a drink and a chat. We’d love to meet you. 35 West St, Leominster, 5-8pm, For more info: https://www. leominsterheartandheritage.co.uk/roars Thurs 9 November PRINTMAKING WORKSHOP ‘Inky Day - Creatures Small & Great’ with Adrienne Craddock. Upstairs at the Chapel. The Art Shop & Chapel, Abergavenny, 10am-4pm, £90 includes lunch and all materials. Booking essential, 01873 852690. Thurs 16 November TENBURY FLORAL ART CLUB Christmas demonstration. Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 7.30pm, 01584 811442. Sat 18 November BEGINNERS BEADING Stars and baubles for Christmas workshop, with Suzy Threadgold. Ewyas Harold (to be confirmed), 10am-4pm, £40, www.ehcraftcentre.org.uk Fri 24 November BOOK ART WORKSHOP ‘Moths’. With Kate Kato. Hay Castle, Hay-on-Wye, 10am-4pm, £85, all materials provided, 01497 820079. Part of Hay Winter Weekend Festival. Sat 25 November MARCHES SCRIBES WORKSHOP ‘Folded’ with Josie Brown. Plenty of variety, to include some concertina books. Monkland Village Hall, near Leominster, 10am-4pm, £20 members, £25 visitors, 01544 327657. Sat 2 December CHRISTMAS WILLOW WEAVING Garden Room, Netherwood Estate, Stoke Bliss, near Tenbury Wells, morning course 10am-1pm, afternoon course 2.30pm-5.30pm, £60 includes all materials, tools and homemade mince pies, mulled wine, teas/coffees, 07718 986104. Sun 3 December RAG RUG DAY WORKSHOP Learn progging and plaiting/braiding for recycling textiles with Jenni Stuart-Anderson. Leysters & Middleton Parish Hall, Leysters (near crossroads on A4112). 10am-4pm, £65 includes beverages and hessian, info/bookings 01568 750229, email jenni.ragrugs@freeuk.com November THE HIVE WORKSHOPS Every Tues - Life Drawing for all ages, 7-9pm, £8. The Hive, Belmont, Shrewsbury, 01743 234970. November APPLE STORE GALLERY WORKSHOPS 20 Nov - Carborundum Printing with Jess Bugler, 10am-4pm. 21 Nov - Watercolours 2: The Painters Tools with Allison Neal, 10am-4pm. Apple Store Gallery, Unit 1, Rockfield Road, Hereford HR1 2UA, 01432 263937. www.applestoregallery.com

November MID WALES ARTS CENTRE 5 Nov - Screenprinting workshop, 10am-4pm, £80. 11 Nov - Silversmithing workshop, 10am-4pm. Wed - Weekly Art Talks, 2-4pm, free. Thurs - After School Pottery for children 7-11 years, 5-6.30pm, £7. Thurs 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 month Family 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. November LUDLOW ASSEMBLY ROOMS 2 Nov - Anne’s Art Club. For children (suitable for 6-11 year olds) and their grown up. 10am, £8 includes all art materials and refreshments, children’s accompanying grown-ups free. 11 Nov - Birch Tree Collage workshop with Rachel Grevatte. Suitable for ages 15+. An introduction to mixed media and collage art, create birch tree woods using acrylic inks, paper ephemera, collage and wax resistant techniques. 10am-12pm, £40, all materials included. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 01584 878141. November HEREFORD CATHEDRAL Mondays term time - Toddler Group, craft activities and prayer; suitable 1-3 years, 9.30am, free. 2 Nov - Messy Church - a day of crafting activities suitable for the whole family, 12-3pm. 8 Nov - Lego Club for ages 8-14, 3.30pm4.30pm, please book. Hereford Cathedral, 01432 374225, www.herefordcathedral.org November CUP CERAMICS WORKSHOPS 3 - 5 Nov - Free event, workshops for all ages, art trail, demonstrations by Tony Hall, public Raku firings, local makers market. Fri 3rd Nov - Jo Davies and Verity Howard workshops and demonstrations. Sat 4 Nov - Lois Gunn, Winner of the Great Pottery Throwdown workshop and conversation. Sun 5 Nov - Isatu Hyde and Miles Johnson workshops and demonstrations. Cup Ceramics, Unit 10, Foley Trading Estate, Hereford, 07548 629525, www.cupceramics.com

for block of five. 3 Nov - Kind to the Mind, half-term workshop for 7-11 year olds, 11am-1pm, free. Please book online www.orieldavies.org Oriel Davies Gallery, Newtown, 01686 625041. November VICKI NORMAN PAINTING WORKSHOPS 18 & 19 Nov ‘Drawing Weekend at Acton Scott Hall’. Further information email vicki@vickinormanstudio.com November & December SIDNEY NOLAN TRUST 18 Nov - Cultivate, a creative programme for 15-25 year olds at The Rodd, 10am-2pm. Sat 2 Dec - ABET, a new contemporary art group for creative beginners through to practicing artists and creatives. Ages 25+. The Rodd, 10am-2pm, sliding scale of £20+ including refreshments and materials. Mondays (term time) MAKE, weekly art club for 10-14 year olds. Youth Centre, Presteigne, 3.30-5pm. Sidney Nolan Trust, The Rodd, Presteigne. To book, 01544 260149, www.sidneynolantrust.org 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 Any level welcome. Any medium accepted. Lunch served from 12pm. Knighton Community Centre, 1-3pm, £3 per session. Kay Yendole, 07624 379335.

November QUILT ASSOCIATION WORKSHOPS Minerva Arts Centre, High St, Llanidloes, to book, email chris.schercliff@quilt.org.uk November CARAD WORKSHOPS 1 Nov - Family Eco Rave and Craft Activities, 1.30pm-3.30pm. 2 Nov - Time Travelling Sculptures: Clay workshop with Gwni Llwyd, drop in 11am-3pm. CARAD, East St, Rhayader, 01597 810561, www.carad.org.uk November ORIEL DAVIES GALLERY WORKSHOPS 4 Nov - 2 Dec - Kind to the Mind. Saturday afternoon Art Club for ages 7-11 year olds, £5 per workshop or £22.50

cinema KILLERS OF THE FLOWER MOON (15)

Based on the real history of the indigenous Osage tribe banished from their homelands to barren wastelands in Oklahoma, Martin Scorcese’s first ever western, or neo-western, begins with a funeral and then descends into an epic masterpiece of tragedy and shame. Flashing back to 1920, the Osage discover oil on their land and soon become impossibly rich, which galvanizes the attention of cattle baron Bill Hale (Robert De Niro) and his war veteran nephew, Eric (Leonardo Di Caprio) who he steers into a marriage with the original holder of lucrative land rights, Mollie (Lily Gladstone, CERTAIN WOMEN). Against a background of brutally murdered tribesman and a federal investigation, a catalogue of self-righteous entitlement, emotional manipulation and bitter wrangling ensues. Despite its 206 minute running time, not a moment here is wasted and Scorcese regulars Di Caprio and De Niro working together for the first time plus the incandescent Gladstone are a joy to behold.

ABERGAVENNY FILM SOC.

BOOTH’S BOOKSHOP, H-O-W

1 Nov THE GRAVE DIGGER’S WIFE 15 Nov ALL THE BEAUTY AND THE BLOODSHED 29 Nov CLOSE 13 Dec POLITE SOCIETY Melville Centre, Pen y Pound, Abergavenny NP7 5UD. Check for times. A limited number of seats available for non-members aged 18+ www.abergavennyfilmsociety.com

10 - 12 Nov KILLERS OF THE FLOWER MOON (15) Richard Booth’s Bookshop, Hay-on-Wye. 01497 822010

ASSEMBLY ROOMS, LUDLOW

BRECON FILM SOCIETY 6 Nov RETURN TO DUST (PG) 4 Dec THE ENIGMA OF KASPAR HAUSER (PG) 7.30pm, Brecon Coliseum Cinema, Wheat St, Brecon. 01874 620642

CONQUEST, BROMYARD

2 Nov THE GREAT ESCAPER (12A) 29 Nov SHANGHAI EXPRESS (1932) (PG) Nina & Co Vintage Film Night. Bar open at 7pm before a talk from Peter Burden and Nina at 7.30pm, film shown at 8pm. Assembly Rooms, Mill St, Ludlow, 01584 878141

3 Nov ELVIS (12) 17 Nov AVATAR - THE WAY OF WATER (12A) Conquest Theatre, Bromyard. 01885 488575

25 Nov MOULIN ROUGE French food and film evening. Bedstone & Hopton Castle Village Hall, £15 food and film, please book 01547 530282

2 - 9 Nov A HAUNTING IN VENICE (12A) 3 - 9 Nov THE MIRACLE CLUB (12A) 3 - 11 Nov THE CREATOR (12A) 4 Nov HOW TO SAVE THE IMMORTAL (U) free pre-activity from 10.30am.

BEDSTONE & HOPTON V.H.

All reviews by Mark Williams

10 - 15 Nov THE NETTLE DRESS (12A) 10 - 16 Nov KILLERS OF THE FLOWER MOON (15) 11 Nov PAW PATROL: THE MIGHTY MOVIE (U) free pre-activity from 10.30am 13 & 20 Nov TASTE OF THINGS (LA PASSION DE DODIN BOUFFANT) (12A) French Film Festival. 13 - 27 Nov SEASIDE SPECIAL (ctbc) 14 & 22 Nov TWO TICKETS TO GREECE (LES CYCLADES) (15) French Film Festival. 15 & 17 Nov DRIVING MADELAINE (UNE BELLE COURSE) (15) French Film Festival. 16 & 21 Nov THE NATURE OF LOVE (SIMPLE COMME SYLVAIN) (15) French Film Festival. 17 - 23 Nov ANATOMY OF A FALL (ANATOMIE D’UNE CHUTE) (15) French Film Festival. 17 - 30 Nov NOBODY HAS TO KNOW (12A) 17 - 29 Nov TYPIST ARTIST PIRATE KING (ctbc) 18 Nov TROLLS: BAND TOGETHER (U) free pre-activity from 10.30am. 22 Nov YOUNG FILM PROGRAMMERS PRESENT: WE ARE THE BEST (15) 24 Nov - 7 Dec SALTBURN (ctbc) 27 & 28 Nov 20,000 SPECIES OF BEES (20,000 ESPECIES DE ABEJAS) (ctbc) 27 - 30 Nov HOW TO HAVE SEX (ctbc) 24 Nov - 3 Dec THE LESSON (15) The Courtyard Theatre, Edgar St, Hereford 01432 340555

COURTYARD, HEREFORD

2 Nov THE UNLIKELY PRILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY (12A) Brilley VH 01544 327227 2 Nov HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA (U) Knighton Community Centre 07964 023841 2 Nov ELEMENTAL (PG) Mayfair Community Centre, Craven Arms 01694 722077

2 Nov THE SUPER MARIO BROS MOVIE (PG) Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, Craven Arms 01588 676060 2 Nov THE HUNDRED FOOT JOURNEY (PG) Lindridge Parish Hall 01584 881615 3 Nov A MAN CALLED OTTO (15) Chetton VH 01746 789239 3 Nov OPERATION MINCEMEAT (12) Staunton-on-Wye VH 01981 501031 3 Nov ELEMENTAL (PG) Dolau Community Hall 07904 883038 3 Nov CHEVALIER (2022) (12) Kelsall Methodist Hall 01829 752931 3 Nov THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN (15) Fownhope New Memorial Hall 01432 860717 3 Nov ELVIS (2022) (12) Conquest Theatre, Bromyard 01885 488575 4 Nov LUNANA - A YAK IN THE CLASSROOM (PG) Castlemorton Parish Hall 01531 631503 4 Nov LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE (15) Hanley Broadheath VH 07972 183164 4 Nov ALLELUJAH (12A) Bicton VH 01743 850495 4 Nov THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN (15) Ballingham Old School Hall 07771 805360 4 Nov THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY (12A) Leominster Community Centre 01568 616411 5 Nov ROMEO AND JULIET (1968) (PG) The Coach House Theatre, Malvern 01684 892277 5 Nov HAMLET (1948) (U) The Coach House Theatre, Malvern 01684 892277 6 Nov A MAN CALLED OTTO (15) Welshpool Assembly Room 01938 552043 6 Nov THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY (12A) The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock 01952 728911 7 Nov THE BAKER (12) Lydbury North VH 01588 680302 7 Nov LUNANA - A YAK IN THE CLASSROOM (PG) All Stretton VH 07812 583113

THE LESSON (15) This feature film debut for both noted actor Alice Troughton (HOLBY CITY, EASTENDERS) and playwright now screenwriter Alex McKeith is a fine showcase for two veteran thesps, Richard E. Grant and Julie Delphy (the BEFORE trilogy). He a noted novelist, JM Sinclair, suffering from writer’s block, she his wife and former curator, Helene, who are both trying to get their son Bertie (Stephen McMillan, BOILING POINT) into Oxford, a task that it soon becomes obvious requires the assistance of a graduate-and aspiring writer-cum-tutor, Liam (Daryl McCormack, GOOD LUCK TO YOU LEO GRANDE) to get him over the line. Almost inevitably, Liam becomes ensnared in dark family secrets and resentments which equally inevitably threaten his own emotional equilibrium, indeed his future career but the stellar ensemble cast and the writer and directors’ subtle deployment of both trigger points and narrative. coherence lead to an extremely satisfying final act. 8 Nov THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY (12A) Hope Bowdler VH 01694 721376 8 Nov BOOK CLUB - THE NEXT CHAPTER (12A) The Market Theatre, Ledbury 07967 517125 9 Nov PLEASANTVILLE (12) Pembridge Film Nights 07774 237718 9 Nov DOUBLE INDEMNITY (1944) (PG) Leintwardine Community Centre 07572 442903 10 Nov CLOSE (2022) (12) Market Theatre, Ledbury 07967 517125 10 Nov BENEDITION (12) The Simpson Hall, Burghill 07726 148736 10 Nov THE LOST KING (12A) Knighton Community Centre 07964 023841

11 Nov THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY (12A) Bettws-yCrwyn Parish Hall 01588 640233 11 Nov A MAN CALLED OTTO (15) Clifton on Teme VH 01886 812238 11 Nov DREAM HORSE (PG) Lady Emily Hall, Tarrington 01432 890720 11 Nov THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY (12A) Cawley Hall, Eye 01568 615836 11 Nov WHERE THE CRAWDADS SING (15) Ombersley Memorial VH 01905 620350 12 Nov LA RAFLE (2010) (12A) Studio One, Malvern Theatres 01684 892277 12 Nov A BUNCH OF AMATEURS (2022) (U) Bayston Hill Memorial Hall 07843 413653

Announcing the 2nd Nina & Co Vintage Film Night:

SHANGHAI EXPRESS

After the great success of Nina & Co’s first Vintage film, Kubrick’s Barry Lyndon at the Ludlow Assembly Rooms, our second feature is Shanghai Express…. Of all the delirious exoticisms created by Marlene Dietrich and Josef von Sternberg during their white-hot period in the 1930s at Paramount, Shanghai Express (1932) is a riotous exercise in excess in every area; the visuals are overpowering and sumptuous; the costumes ornate and extravagant; the sets a riot of fabrics, light and space; and all of it captured in the most delectable black-and-white cinematography.

Ludlow Assembly Rooms, 7:30 pm Wednesday 29th November

GOLDA (12A)

With Israel engulfed in its latest and most bloody conflict ever, the release of Guy Nattiv’s film about the consequences of 1973 Yom Kippur war is unexpectedly prescient, throwing into sharp focus the plight of a nation wrought quite literally out of desert sand, but sand originally owned and occupied by another, religiously determined nation. Nattiv, who has form with his powerful portrait of a reformed neo-Nazi, SKIN, tells the story through the country’s eponymous prime minister’s dealings with her generals, luminaries local and foreign, most notably Henry Kissinger (Liev Schreiber) from whom she’s trying to get more fighter jets. And as Golda, Helen Mirren, more used to playing more fragrant historical figures (TRUMBO, THE QUEEN) offers a tour de force melding of toughness and shrewdness behind a head-to-toe prosthetic suit, and wreathed in cigarette smoke that left me wondering if the entire film was an exercise in product placement with a death-wish! 12 Nov RICHARD III (1995) (15) The Coach House Theatre, Malvern 01684 892277 12 Nov HENRY V (1989) (12A) The Coach House Theatre, Malvern, 01684 892277 13 Nov MR JONES (15) The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock 01952 728911 14 Nov MRS HARRIS GOES TO PARIS (2022) (PG) Ashford Carbonell VH 01584 831574 14 Nov SHOPLIFTERS (15) St Mary’s Church Hall, Ross on Wye 07789 778048 14 Nov LUZZU (15) Garway Hall 01600 750465 15 Nov ARE YOU THERE GOD? IT’S ME, MARGARET (PG) Myddle VH 07706 450075 15 Nov MY SAILOR, MY LOVE (12) Huntington VH 01544 370692 16 Nov LUNANA - A YAK IN THE CLASSROOM (PG) Norbury VH 07929 366745 16 Nov THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY (12A) Much Birch Community Hall 01981 540097 16 Nov THE OLD OAK (15) Gorsley VH 01989 750649 16 Nov EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE (15) Kinnerley Parish Hall 01691 683619

17 Nov ELVIS (2022) (12) Pudleston VH 01568 750303 16 Nov THE OUTFIT (15) Pencombe and Little Cowarne Parish Hall palcphac@gmail.com 17 Nov MRS HARRIS GOES TO PARIS (2022) (12) Stoke Prior VH 07850 030821 17 Nov THE ELECTRICAL LIFE OF LOUIS WAIN (12) Bosbury Parish Hall 01531 640333 17 Nov AVATAR - THE WAY OF WATER (12A) Conquest Theatre, Bromyard 01885 488575 17 Nov WHATS LOVE GOT TO DO WITH IT? (12A) Whitchurch & Ganarew Memorial Hall 17 Nov WHATS LOVE GOT TO DO WITH IT? (12A) Colwall VH 07891 668124 17 Nov A MAN CALLED OTTO (15) Clungunford VH 01588 660159 17 Nov GREEN BOOK (12A) Marton VH 01743 792790 18 Nov THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN (15) Waverton VH 01244 336055 18 Nov MAIGRET (2023) (15) Everest Hall, Llanfair Waterdine 01547 528842 18 Nov CHEVALIER (2022) (12) Upton upon Severn Memorial Hall 01684 592273

18 Nov GOLDEN YEARS - GRAND THEFT OAP (12A) Tasley Parish Room 01746 764881 18 Nov MISSION IMPOSSIBLE DEAD RECKONING PART ONE (12A) Lindridge Parish Hall 01584 881615 20 Nov A MAN CALLED OTTO (15) Claverley VH 07967 540531 20 Nov THE FABELMANS (12A) The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock 01952 728911 21 Nov THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY (12A) Acton Scott VH 01694 781260 21 Nov MY SAILOR, MY LOVE (12) SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle 01588 630321 23 Nov ALLELUJAH (12A) Almeley VH 07557 659291 23 Nov JOYRIDE (15) Silvester Horne Institute, Church Stretton 07508 072206 23 Nov MRS HENDERSON PRESENTS (12A) Pembridge Film Nights 07774 237718 24 Nov THE DUKE (12A) Himbleton VH 01905 391143 24 Nov CYRANO DE BERGERAC (1990) (PG) Crescent Christian Centre, Newtown 07939 273525 25 Nov THE ELECTRICAL LIFE OF LOUIS WAIN (12) Cound Guildhall 01743 761451 24 Nov A MAN CALLED OTTO (15) Little Wenlock VH 01952 505888 24 Nov THE OLD OAK (15) Ryton VH 01743 718237 24 Nov A HARD DAYS NIGHT (U) Market Theatre, Ledbury 07967 517125 24 Nov THE KEEPER (15) All Stretton VH 07812 583113 24 Nov HIT THE ROAD (12) Knighton Community Centre 07964 023841 25 Nov THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN (15) Bettws-y-Crwyn Parish Hall 01588 640233 25 Nov THE DUKE (12A) Church & Chetwynd Aston VH 01952 813234 25 Nov MRS HARRIS GOES TO PARIS (2022) (PG) Callow End VH 01905 830469 27 Nov THE LITTLE MERMAID (2023) (PG) The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock 01952 728911 27 Nov A MAN CALLED OTTO (15) The Red House, Albrighton 01902 373854 28 Nov MR JONES (15) Loppington VH 07785 330065 30 Nov THE DARJEELING LTD (15) Grimley Peach Hall, Sinton Green 01905 641572

THE EDGE ARTS CENTRE

REGAL CINEMA, TENBURY

6 Nov THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY (12A) 13 Nov MR JONES (15) 20 Nov THE FABELMANS (12A) 27 Nov THE LITTLE MERMAID (2023) (PG) 30 Nov THE NETTLE DRESS (12A) 4 Dec MRS HARRIS GOES TO PARIS (2022) (PG) 11 Dec A CHRISTMAS CAROL (1984) (U) The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock 01952 728911

6, 8 & 9 Nov GOLDA (12A) Regal Cinema, Teme St, Tenbury Wells, 01584 811442

THE HAFREN, NEWTOWN 11 Nov DARKEST HOUR (PG) 29 Nov THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY (12A) The Hafren, Newtown, 01686 948100 MARKET THEATRE, LEDBURY 8 Nov BOOK CLUB - THE NEXT CHAPTER (12) 10 Nov CLOSE (12) subtitles 24 Nov A HARD DAY’S NIGHT (U) Market Theatre, Ledbury 07967 517125

MONTGOMERY MOVIE CLUB 2 Nov WHERE THE CRAWDADS SING (15) 16 Nov SAVE THE CINEMA (PG) 30 Nov SQUARING THE CIRCLE (15) 14 Dec MAD ABOUT THE BOY (12A) Dragon Hotel, Montgomery, 8pm, 01686 668442 OLD MARKET HALL,

OLD MARKET THEATRE, SHREWS

Until 2 Nov THE MIRACLE CLUB (12A) 3 - 9 Nov KILLERS OF THE FLOWER MOON (15) 10 - 16 Nov THE OLD OAK (15) 17 - 23 Nov THE LESSON (15) 24 - 27 Nov FOE (15) 28 & 29 Nov PAST LIVES (12A) 30 Nov THE NETTLE DRESS (12A) 1 - 7 Dec SALTBURN (15) Old Market Hall, Shrewsbury, 01743 281281

PRESTEIGNE SCREEN 3 Nov ALCARRÀS (15) 4 Nov FANNY: THE OTHER MENDELSSOHN A revelatory new feature documentary starring global Decca star, Isata Kanneh-Mason. (Presteigne Screen & MBA event), 8pm, £7. 17 Nov THE EIGHT MOUNTAINS (12A) 1 Dec RETURN TO SEOUL (15) 15 Dec SQUARING THE CIRCLE (15) www.presteignescreen.org.uk Assembly Rooms, Presteigne, 8pm.

SAVOY, MONMOUTH 1 Nov THE GREAT ESCAPER (12A) 1 & 2 Nov PAW PATROL 2: THE MIGHTY MOVIE (U) 3 - 9 Nov GOLDA (12A) 10 - 16 Nov KILLERS OF THE FLOWER MOON (ctbc) Savoy Theatre, Church St, Monmouth 01600 772467

SHREWSBURY FILM SOCIETY 3 Nov MINARI (12) 8 Nov PATHER PANCHALI (U) 17 Nov ANAIS IN LOVE (15) 22 Nov ORDET (12) 1 Dec ALL ABOUT MY MOTHER (15) Shrewsbury Film Society. The Hive, Belmont, Shrewsbury, 01743 234970

SHROPSHIRE HILLS DISCOVERY 2 Nov THE SUPER MARIO BROS MOVIE (PG) 5pm Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, School Rd, Craven Arms 01588 676060

SPARC, BISHOP’S CASTLE

21 Nov MY SAILOR MY LOVE (12A) 23 Nov OPPENHEIMER (15) SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle, 01588 638038

ST MARY’S CHURCH, H-O-W 26 Nov THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME Father Richard performs a live accompaniement on the Bevington organ to the classic 1923 silent film, adapted from Victor Hugho’s novel. St Mary’s Church, Hay-on-Wye, 8.30pm. Part of Hay Festival Winter Weekend, www.hayfestival.org/winter-weekend

WYESIDE, BUILTH WELLS 1, 2 Nov BARBIE (15) Wyeside, Builth Wells 01982 552555

LIVE EVENTS ON SCREEN 1 Nov KLIMT AND THE KISS Exhibition on Screen. Ludlow Assembly Rooms, 7.30pm, 01584 878141. 7 Nov DON QUIXOTE Royal Ballet. Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, 7.15pm, 01885 488575. Old Market Hall, Shrewsbury, 7.15pm, 01743 281281. Blake Theatre, Monmouth, 7.15pm, 01600 719401. Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 7.15pm, 01584 811442. Market Theatre, Ledbury, 7.15pm, 07967 517125. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.15pm, 01432 340555. Assembly Rooms,

Ludlow, 7.15pm, 01584 878141. Richard Booth’s Bookshop, Hay-on-Wye, 7.15pm, 01497 822010 9 Nov KLIMT AND THE KISS Exhibition on Screen. The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock, 6.30pm, 01952 728911. 9 Nov DON QUIXOTE Royal Ballet. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7pm, 01743 281281. 10 Nov KLIMT AND THE KISS Exhibition on Screen. Hafren Theatre, Newtown, 7pm, 01686 948100. 12 Nov DON QUIXOTE Royal Ballet. SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle, 2pm, 01588 630321. Wyeside, Builth Wells, 2pm, 01982 552555. 16 Nov SKLIGHT National Theatre. Old Market Hall, Shrewsbury, 01743 281281. 18 Nov X: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF MALCOLM X New York Met Opera. The Courtyard, Hereford, 5.55pm, 01432 340555. 16 Nov SKYLIGHT National Theatre. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7pm, 01584 878141. 22 Nov SKYLIGHT National Theatre. Market Theatre, Ledbury, 7.30pm, 07967 517125. 22 Nov KLIMT AND THE KISS Exhibition on Screen. Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, 7.30pm, 01885 488575. 24 Nov JACK ABSOLUTE FLIES AGAIN National Theatre. Montgomery Town Hall, 7.30pm, 01686 668442. 24 Nov THE LIFE AND TIMES OF MALCOLM X New York Met Opera. Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, 5.55pm, 01885 488575. 29 Nov CALLAS - PARIS, 1958 Maria Callas at the Paris Opera. Old Market Theatre, Shrewsbury, 01743 281281. 8 Dec ROMEO & JULIET National Theatre. Montgomery Town Hall, 7.30pm, 01686 668442.

WORKSHOPS

Sat 4 November LOOPY ANIMATIONS WORKSHOPS With MASH Cinema. 11am for 7-11 year olds, 1pm & 3pm for ages 11+. Blake Theatre, Monmouth, 01600 719401. Every Tuesday YOUTH CAFE Young people (8-16) can meet and share creative activites including music, drama and films. The Hive, Belmont, Shrewsbury, 01743 234970.

dance Dance Performance

Unknown Realms

Mon 6 November THE NUTCRACKER CROWN BALLET. A charming and kind fairy tale is one of the jewels of Tchailkovsky’s repertoire. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, 01432 340555. Tues 7 November UNKNOWN REALMS Six dancers perform powerful explosive dance that uncovers the rich history of lives lived, memories and human struggle. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £16, under 25s £10, 01743 281281. Tues 7 November SWAN LAKE CROWN BALLET. Featuring some of ballet’s most memorable music and breath-taking dance. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, 01432 340555. Thurs 16 November US AND THEM RANSACK DANCE plus performances from local community members. An ambitious double-bill production of atheletic contemporary dance, spoken word and live music. The Hafren, Newtown, 7.30pm, £10, 01686 948100. Thurs 23 November THE WIZARD OF OZ BALLET THEATRE UK. A two act, full-length, ballet adaptation of the iconic tale. Wyeside, Builth Wells, 7.30pm, £20/£18, £12 under 16s, 01982 552555. Sat 25 November ROALD DAHL’S LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD & THE THREE LITTLE PIGS BALLET CYMRU. Set to music and featuring glorious costumes, amazing dancing and stunning video projections. The Hafren, Newtown, 7pm, £13, under 18s £8.50, 01686 948100.

Dance Workshops

Single, dated listings are free. Year round entries £40. Sat 4 November WEST AFRICAN MUSIC & DANCE Learn Nigerian Bata dance with Teejay. Hay Castle, Hay-on-Wye, 2pm & 3pm, £5, 01497 820079. Sun 19 November TUNE AND STEP SESSION Monkland Arms, Monkland, near Leominster.

SILVER SWANS ADULT BALLET CLASSES designed for older learners. PAYG. Tuesdays, 1.30pm, The Larruperz Centre, Ross-On-Wye. Wednesdays, 10am, 2Faced Dance Centre for Movement, Hereford. Thursdays 12.30pm, One Vision School of Arts, Leominster. Thursdays, 2.30pm, The Regal, Tenbury Wells. Tel Ruth: 07854793960 Email: silverswanshereford@gmail.com Web: creativefitness.org.uk

GROOVE DANCE CLASSES in Kington & Winforton. Simple moves, danced in your own unique way. So much fun! No experience necessary. All fitness levels welcome. First class FREE! Also seated classes available in Kington and Dance for Parkinson’s class in Leominster. www.groovewithelly.co.uk 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-you-go please book by the previous Wednesday. For full information visit http://alanyadance.uk or call Abbie on 07962 161081, alanyadancer@gmail.com LEARN 2 JIVE 50’S SWING STYLE CLASSES Mon - Bartestree Village Hall, Hereford, 7.30pm. Silvester Horne Institute, Church Stretton, 7.30pm. Tues - Pembridge Village Hall, 7.30pm. Ludlow Assembly Rooms, 7.30pm. Allensmore Village Hall, 7.30pm. Wed - Burford Village Hall, Tenbury Wells, 7.30pm. Holy Trinity Parish Hall, Malvern, 7.30pm. Lyppard HUB, Worcester, 7.45pm. Holmer Church Parish Centre, 7.30pm. Thurs - Ledbury Dance Studio, Bye Street, 7.30pm. Abberley Village Hall. Sun - Eardisley Village Hall, 6.30pm. 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 Wed Irish 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. 2nd & 4th Sunday BLACK MOUNTAIN BALFOLK Come, play music and dance to French Breton and European tunes. Beginners welcome as well as seasoned dancers/musicians. Hay on Wye Parish Hall 4pm-6pm. Facebook Black Mountain Balfolk. 07952 998320. 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. Tuesdays SOLO LATINO DANCE Parish Hall, Hay-on-Wye, 7-8.30pm. Mely 07837 160505. 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

www.TheMarketTheatre.com Visit Ledbury’s purpose built, intimate theatre with comfortable seats, bar and a warm welcome, for a great programme of original drama, music, cinema and live screenings - see listings for what’s on

food The George, Ludlow

HE George was once a genuine Georgian town pub with its own large assembly room upstairs, set on Castle Square. Over the last couple of decades, however, it has been through a protracted metamorphosis since it was bought by one of the wicked pub cos and visibly deteriorated. Undecorative vegetation sprouted from gutters and gaps between bricks and render crumbled. Unloved and devoid of dignity, the assembly room had become a scruffy disco, unconvincingly named the ‘G-Spot’. The pubco let it to some amateur operators who ran it as a kind of bistro called The Marches, until, as Mr Pernickety predicted, its speedy demise. By that time, the pubco, now deservedly strapped for cash after years of exploiting hapless would-be landlords, gave up and sold the freehold to the already overstretched Pizza Express which had for some years systematically expanded and abused a fine, fresh 60s concept and its distinctive logo. As Mr P foretold in the Woolly Organ (December 2015), this didn’t work for the anonymous international franchise they had become. While the nation was in the grip of the pandemic, the building was bought by a brave and clearly confident group called Oakman Inns. Founded only sixteen years ago, the company has expanded rapidly, and Mr P was interested to see what they could do with the poor old George. He did hope that they might open up the front, with tables spilling out onto the pavement. Sadly not, though, at the back of the building, they have inserted a large open area with a good number of tables, screening them with discreet planting from the public lavatories opposite. Mr Pernickety and his Lovely Companion at a busy opening party had seen from the comprehensive re-ordering of the place that it had been done by people who had thought through the process and knew what they were doing. Although Mr P instinctively prefers establishments with an identifiable patina to them and signs of appreciative use, the old bars have a comfortable air to them. Most inventive has been the ranging of the restaurant on three sides around the open space, with an open-plan kitchen set along one wall. It all looked promising, but first of course, he had to eat there. He decided to take as a supplementary critic, his old gastronomic chum, the Wrinkle-Rocker.

In the bar beforehand the W-R chose an obscure Greek wine made from the Assyrtiko grape; Mr P enjoyed it more than he expected when he drank it too with Moules Mariniere to start. The moules were in a good wine and cream sauce and served with grilled sourdough bread to soak it up. The Wrinkle-Rocker was smacking his lips over Buttermilk Fried Calamari in coat of soft breadcrumbs. The diners agreed that they were both pleasingly uplifted by their starters. The place was about half-full, and not too noisy, with the added benefit of sensible, sound absorbing panels on the ceiling, making it easier to hear the drole

anecdotes and sage reflections on life that Mr P and the W-R like to exchange. There was slight pause in service, although not vexingly so, before the main courses appeared. A fuller restaurant might have made this worse, but it would be fair to say that service was attentive and good-natured, although Mr P was made to wince at the hideous practice of being told, in the imperative, to ‘Enjoy!’ – a habit quite acceptable, possibly, in downtown Brooklyn, but not anywhere in Britain. Mr P ordered a glass of Cote du Rhone to drink with his main course, but there was none in the cellar. He switched to a Pinot Noir from the Pay d’Oc which was good but at £8.50 the glass, somewhat over-priced, as indeed most of the wines appeared to be. The Pollo Picante – half a boneless chicken – he ate for a main course was well conceived, distinctive and strongly flavoured, with a good harissa mayonnaise, garlic & basil marinated Marzanino tomatoes, well-dressed rocket and French fries. The place makes much of its careful sourcing of ingredients, naming their butcher, the excellent D W Wall & Sons, and their use of genuinely free-range chicken, which should and does cost more than the white, flavourless fluffy fowl that penny-pinching restaurants serve, which led Mr P not to object too much to a price of £19.50. His companion, the W-Rocker had been told the pizzas were outstanding, and decided to sample one with prosciutto e funghi about which he wasn’t as excited as he expected to be. Mr P didn’t try it, but it had the right look about it, good bubbly edges of soft dough and plenty of ham. Several of the puddings were off, but they had a serving of Spiced Sourdough Sticky Toffee Pudding, which wasn’t exceptional. On the whole, they felt they’d eaten well, in a good ambience, music so quiet and bland as to be no more than a faint background presence. Mr P will eat at The George again from time to time, as long as it stays reliable, and he can’t identify anything that the operators have got wrong. He only hopes they haven’t overestimated the numbers and wealth of the local population. The bill for dinner was £101. Mr Pernickety - info@misterpermickety.com

EVENTS

Wed 1 November CURRY NIGHT Curry and pint for £14.50. The Left Bank Village, Hereford, 01432 357753. Thurs 2 November PIZZA NIGHT Pizza and pint for £14.50. The Left Bank Village, Hereford, 01432 357753. Mon 6 November JAZZ CAFE AT BILLS Pop-up jazz event. Meal and music for £25, just music £10. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7pm, 01584 878141. Tues 7 November THE NELL GWYNNE SESSIONS Featuring Whiskey River playing Americana, Cajun, zydeco and blues. Enjoy a one course dinner too! The Courtyard, Hereford, 7pm, 01432 340555. Sat 18 November SECRET BOTTLE SHOP Christmas wine and spirit tasting. The Left Bank Village, Hereford, 01432 357753. Mon 20 November FOLK CAFE AT BILLS Pop-up folk event. Featuring Ella Marys Angela & Ollie Warburton. Meal and music for £25, just music £10. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7pm, 01584 878141. Tues 21 November SUPPER SERANADES Dining, accompanied by chamber music from Orchestra of the Swan and a Greek themed menu. The Courtyard, Hereford, 6.15pm, two courses £25, three courses £30, 01432 340555. Sat 2 December KINGTON FOODS FROM THE BORDERS Celebrate the very best of Artisan producers from the Marches. 100 top class exhibitors, live music with Little Rumba, Mice in a Matchbox, Stretsax, local choirs. Kington, 9.30am-3.30pm, free entry, free parking and park/ride. 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 HELLENS PRODUCE MARKET Local products and enjoy a breakfast. Hellens Manor, Much Marcle, near Ledbury, 9.30-11.30am, 01531 660504, www.hellensmanor.com 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 BRECON FARMERS & MAKERS MARKET Brecon Indoor Market Hall, 9.30am - 4pm. 07926 196714. 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. 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. Every Friday & Saturday from 5pm STEAK NIGHTS Floodgates Restaurant & Bar, Left Bank Village, Hereford, www.theleftbankvillage.co.uk First Friday of the month BOOKCLUB DINNERS 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

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

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NOVEMBER Wed 1 November GABBA GABBA HEY! Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 8.30pm. TELFORD ACOUSTIC CLUB Crown Inn, Oakengates, Telford, 7.30pm, 01952 610888. BRECON FOLK AND MORE CLUB The Muse, Old Museum, Brecon, 7.30pm, www.themusebrecon.com ORCHESTRA OF THE SWAN With Toyah Willcox narrator. Little Red Riding Hood and Three Little Pigs. The Courtyard, Hereford, 3pm, 01432 340555.

Thurs 2 November LINDISFARNE A line-up of long-time members fronted by original founder-member, Rod Clements on vocals, mandolin, fiddle and slide guitar. Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 7.30pm, 01584 811442. HEREFORD CHAMBER CHOIR All Souls’ Requiem. Choral Eucharist. Hereford Cathedral, 5.30pm, www.herefordcathedral.org JAM ON TOAST Jam session hosted by Alex Bayross and his band. The Jam Factory, Widemarsh St, Hereford. WEIRDSHIRE GIGS Featuring Craven & Elspeth Anne. The Victory, Hereford.

LEGENDS OF AMERICAN COUNTRY Three singers who are accompanied by a live band of musicians. Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, £25, 01600 772467.

GUY DAVIS Shrewsbury Abbey, 7.30pm, www.ticketsource.co.uk

Fri 3 November ONEACHORD Malvern Cube, Albert Rd, North, Malvern, 7.30pm, 01684 575363, www.malverncube.com SAVAGE GROOVE The Golden Cross, Sutton St Nicholas, Hereford. THE FORFEITS Gordon Bennetts, St Peter’s Square, Hereford, 01432 360250. FAIRYTALE IN NEW YORK A cast of singers and musicians perform Christmas songs alongside some of the greatest Irish sing-along songs. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 3pm & 7.30pm, £28.50, 01743 281281. MOBIUS LOOP Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 8pm. COY-D Disco and Nu-Tek DJ set. The Jam Factory, Widemarsh St, Hereford. THIS FLIGHT TONIGHT The songs of Joni Mitchell. Shrewsbury Abbey, 8pm, www.ticketsource.co.uk THE NEW AMEN CORNER Recreating the sound and atmosphere of that momentous period 50 years ago. Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 7.30pm, 01584 811442. THE CHICAGO BLUES BROTHERS The very best in rhythm and blues, soul, country and motown. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, 01432 340555.

WILL BARNES QUARTET Presenting their debut album: Source of the Severn. Expect a contemporary edge to the classic bebop style. Erin Hughes will be providing a special live visual show alongside the quartet’s performance. SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle, 7.30pm, £14 students £8, 01588 630321. www.willbarnesmusic.co.uk HALLOWEEN PARTY Set menu and live music. The Bridges, Ratlinghope, 01588 650260. BRONWEN LEWIS ‘More From The Living Room’. Welsh singer-songwriter playing country, pop, folk and blues. The Hafren, Newtown, 7.30pm, £23, family £62, under 18s £13, 01686 948100. CLIMBING TREES Plus support. The Lost Arc, Rhayader, 7.30pm, 01597 811226. WOMEN IN ROCK Borough Theatre, Abergavenny, 7.30pm, 01873 850805. HAY MUSIC Featuring William Howard, piano and the Sacconi String Quartet. Programme of music by Franz Schubert, Graham Fitkin, Jonathan Dove and Cesar Franck. St Mary’s Church, Hay-on-Wye, www.haymusic.org

Sat 4 November MARTI PELLOW ‘Pellow Talk: The Lost Chapter’. An exploration of the songwriter, and the songs that make the man. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, 01432 340555.

Sat 4 November

Mon 6 November

ELEMENT TAKEOVER House and deep disco DJ set. The Jam Factory, Widemarsh St, Hereford.

CIDER CITY JAZZMEN The Barrels, St Owen St, Hereford.

OH WHAT A NIGHT The story fo Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 7.30pm, 01584 811442. DOCTOR’S ORDERS Crown Inn, Oakengates, Telford, 7.45pm, 01952 610888. FLEETWOOD SHACK Corn Exchange, 8 High St, Ross on Wye, 8pm, £15, 01989 763174. FRONTRUNNER Gordon Bennetts, St Peter’s Square, Hereford, 01432 360250. WILL BARNES QUARTET Presenting their debut album: Source of the Severn. Expect a contemporary edge to the classic bebop style. Brought to life with an exhibition by landscape artist, Erin Hughes. Hermon Arts Oswestry, www.willbarnesmusic. co.uk BLUES BROTHERS Tribute night. The Left Bank Village, Hereford, 01432 357753. ACOUSTIC SESSION Monkland Arms, Monkland, near Leominster. THE SOUTH WALES MALE CHOIR ‘Sounds of Wales’. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7pm, £22-£18, 01743 281281. KEITH JAMES Presents an honest and loving reflection of the timeless and insightful music of Yusuf - Cat Stevens. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, 01497 821762. AUDIO THIEVES 5-piece Shropshire-based rock/blues cover band. Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 9pm. EMILY PORTMAN AND ROB HARBRON A new collaboration in which they delve into English folk traditions, creating a boldly exposed and intricately woven contemporary folk sound. Ludlow Assembly Rooms, 7.30pm, 01584 878141.

Sun 5 November SARAH MCQUAID Acoustic and electric guitars, piano and chocolatey voice. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7.30pm, 01874 611622. THE WOLF OF WIDEMARSH STREET The bar becomes a stock market for a night. The Jam Factory, Widemarsh St, Hereford. DES HORSFALL & DAN RAZA Ludlow Brewery, 01584 873291.

SISTER SLEDGE LIVE Hear Kathy Sledge sing all the hits. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £37.50-£32.50, 01743 281281. JAZZ CAFE IN BILL’S KITCHEN Ludlow Assembly Rooms, 7pm, £25 with meal, £10 just music, 01584 878141. BRIMFIELD FOLK CLUB Brimfield Village Hall, 7.30pm, 07909 290942. Bring your own drink/glasses. OPEN MIC The Lost Arc, Rhayader, 7.30pm, 01597 811226.

Tues 7 November THE NELL GWYNNE SESSIONS Featuring Whiskey River playing Americana, Cajun, zydeco and blues. Enjoy a one course dinner too! The Courtyard, Hereford, 7pm, 01432 340555.

Wed 8 November THE WATCH PLAY GENESIS ‘Foxtrot & Selling England by the Pound’. A Genesis experience. The Pavilion Mid Wales, Llandrindod Wells, 7.30pm, 01597 258118, www.pavilionmidwales.org.uk THE MUSIC QUIZ Hosted by Dan Jay, 8pm,, £2 entry. The Jam Factory, Widemarsh St, Hereford. KITCHEN ISLAND BAND Noris Cafe, Leominster, £25 includes meal, please book in advance, 01584 731386, noriscafe@yahoo.com TELFORD ACOUSTIC CLUB Crown Inn, Oakengates, Telford, 7.45pm, 01952 610888. THAT’LL BE THE DAY CHRISTMAS The very best rock and pop classics, Christmas songs with comedy sketches. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £29.50-£26, 01743 281281. NOTTOS QUARTETT From Germany. Programme includes Mozart, Walton and Brahms. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7.30pm, £20, 01584 878141.

Thurs 9 November WEIRDSHIRE GIGS Featuring Bell Lungs. The Victory, Hereford. RED MADOG Traditional melodies, original songs and cover versions to deliver their own brand of ‘folk-fusion’ with Jack Brett. Silvester Horne Institute, High St, Church Stretton, 7.30pm, £12, 18s and under £6, 01694 720132, www.silvesterhorneevents.co.uk

THE JERSEYS Celebrate the timeless music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. Sublime harmonies of the 60s and 70s. The Albert Hall, Llandrindod Wells, 7.30pm, £22/£20, 0300 102 4255.

Fri 10 November THE SOUND OF STHREWSBURY THE FOURTH (BE UPON US) Featuring Roger Drummond, Steve Hall, Vincent Whyte, Fergus Reid, Dave Briggs, The Monkey Sellers, Devious Roots, Brian Carrington, Cathy Andrew and The Devil in the Whiskey. The Hive, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £18. In aid of UNICEF’s Ukraine Fund, 01743 234970. RAVE ON With hits from Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly and many more. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £27, 01743 281281. THE SOUL STRUTTERS From Bristol playing soul, funk, R&B, groove and disco. Garway Community Centre, 8pm, £12, under 18s £6. Bar and food available, 01981 580215, www.ticketsource.co.uk/atgarway RUBBLE Gordon Bennetts, St Peter’s Square, Hereford, 01432 360250. OPEN MIC Hosted by Mark Richards. Hundred House Inn, Purslow, 8pm, please pre-book your slot, markianrichards@ hotmail.com BONGO’S BINGO The Buttermarket, Howard St, Shrewsbury, 6pm, 01743 966606. FASCINATIN’ RHTHYM Jazz duo play standards from the Great American songbook. Cabaret style, limitless puddings evening. Bosbury Parish Hall, 7pm, £10, 01531 670634 or on the door. KARL PHILLIPS & THE REJECTS + DFTG Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 8pm. THE PLAGUE DOCTORS CURE ALL Improvised jazzmetal, doom-jazz and impro rock. Y Cwps, Coopers Arms, Northgate St, Aberystwyth. TOMMY MILLS, PEDRO & THE WORLD WIDE WELSHMAN Mid Wales Arts Centre, Caersws, near Newtown, 7pm,£10, www.midwalesarts.org Profits in aid of Parkinson UK and the MS Society. THE BREAKS LIVE Reggae and funky tunes, 9pm. The Jam Factory, Widemarsh St, Hereford. ABBA SENSATION The Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 7.30pm, 01584 811442.

Fri 10 November FOLK IN THE FOYER Featuring Jez Lowe, whimsical, funny, poetic and wry. With support from John Mosedale. Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, 8pm, £10, 01885 488575. MID WALES R & B CLUB In association with Mrs Mountain present Zoe Schwarz & The Blue Commotion with special guest Candy Mountain ft Mr D. The Muse, Brecon, 8pm, £10 on the door or www.midwalesrandb.club

Sat 11 November THE NEIL MAYA QUARTET Present the Brubeck Project. Jazz. Market Theatre, Ledbury, 7.30pm, £15, students £8, 07967 517125. THE WHISKEY RIVER ACOUSTIC QUARTET The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, 01432 340555. AFTERNOON MUSIC A short organ concert. Hereford Cathedral, 3.15pm. www.herefordcathedral.org THE PLAGUE DOCTORS CURE ALL Improvised jazzmetal, doom-jazz and impro rock. The Lost Arc, Bridge St, Rhayader, 7.30pm, 01597 811226. T.REXTASY Official live tribute band to T.Rex. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7pm, £28, 01743 281281. THE LEGEND OF MEAT LOAF The Buttermarket, Howard St, Shrewsbury, 6pm, 01743 966606. WATERMELON CHRONICLES Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 9pm. MUSIC IN NEW RADNOR Featuring Quartet Draig - Welsh Fairytale and Folklore. Violin, cello, violin and viola. New Radnor Community Hall, New Radnor, 7.30pm, £15, under 14s £3, 01544 350746. MANIA The ABBA tribute. Blake Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, 01600 719401. CEILIDH With Bandamania. Bar, raffle. St Edward’s Church Hall, Knighton, £8 on the door, under 20s £4 or £7/£3.50 if bought in advance. sheila_clarke@ hotmail.com Raising funds for Knighton Refugee Support Group. TRIGGER Gordon Bennetts, St Peter’s Square, Hereford, 01432 360250.

ANNA TAM Striking vocals and string playing. Hay Castle, Hay-on-Wye, food and bar from 6.30pm, performance 7.30pm, £13.50, 01497 820079.

LUDLOW MALE VOICE CHOIR & SWANSEA RFC CHOIR Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7.30pm, £12.50/£10, 01584 878141. THE JAM’D Tribute band. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £22, 01743 281281. SHREWSBURY JAZZ NETWORK Featuring Martin Speake Quartet, alto saxophonist and composer. The Hive, Belmont, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £23, under 22s £12, 01743 234970. A NIGHT TO REMEMBER Motown show and featuring lead vocalist Bizzi Dixon, The Voice UK finalist. Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 7.30pm, 01584 811442. JIM GHEDI & TOBY HAY Jim and Toby come together to blend influences and different styles of playing, creating a unique sound for guitar based folk music. The Assembly Rooms, Presteigne, 8pm, £12, under 25s £8 (limited tickets) from The Workhouse Gallery, Presteigne or WeGotTickets.com ALAW Folk. Wyeside, Builth Wells, 7.30pm, £15/£13, 01982 552555. JAMES DELLARRE & SAUL ROSE Album launch, ‘Tour - Kith and Kin’. Timeless combination of fiddle and box. Bishop’s Castle Town Hall, 8pm, £15, 01588 630023.

Sun 12 November THE LUDLOW JAZZ COLLECTIVE The Cliffe, Dinham, near Ludlow, 12.30-3pm, 01584 872063. GROOVY HEAD Richmond Place Club, Edgar St, Hereford, 3.15pm. SOUND OF THE SIRENS Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 7pm. THE WOLF OF WIDEMARSH STREET The bar becomes a stock market. The Jam Factory, Widemarsh St, Hereford. MOJAM Pop, rock, country, folk covers duo. The Grape Vaults, Broad St, Leominster, 3pm. CHRISTINA ALDEN & ALEX PATTERSON A bright and lively collection of songs that evokes the sensation of a summer folk festival. The Hive, Belmont, 7.45pm, from £14, 01743 234970.

Mon 13 November BATTLE OF THE BANDS - FINAL The final in Oscars, where we see which band is going to win the cash prize. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7.30pm, £6, 01584 878141.

Tues 14 November BRECON JAZZ Featuring John Stowell and James Chadwick. The Muse, Brecon, 8pm, £12 in advance, £14 on the door, info@breconjazzclub.org

Wed 15 November WEIRDSHIRE GIGS Featuring Eamon Fogarty & Alex Dupree. The Victory, Hereford. AMERICANA SESSION Monkland Arms, Monkland, near Leominster. ART BLACK COMBO Cross Keys, Llanfyllin, 8.30pm, £2. FUN QUIZ Teams of four, £10. Refreshments provided, bring your own beer/wine. Bedstone & Hopton Castle Village Hall, 7.30pm, 01547 530282. ROAR! Heavy music through the ages DJ set. The Jam Factory, Widemarsh St, Hereford. BASSETT Toronto based folk duo. Escleyside Hall, 7.30pm, £12/£6/£30, 01981 510116. Arts Alive.

Thurs 16 November JAZZ CLUB Featuring Emily Francis Trio. Corn Exchange, 8 High St, Ross on Wye, 8pm, tickets from £8, 01989 763174. AMELIA COBURN Ludlow Distillery, Ludlow Farm Shop Unit 1 & 2, Bromfield, Ludlow, 8pm, £10, www.shirefolk.co.uk JAM ON TOAST Hosted by Alex Bayross and his band. The Jam Factory, Widemarsh St, Hereford. THE FRASER ANDERSON QUARTET Likened to Damien Rice, Nick Drake, Bon Iver and Joni Mitchell. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £15, 01743 281281. WELSHPOOL MUSIC CLUB Featuring The Giraldus Duo: Helen Schilsky (viola) and Simon Reynolds (piano). Welshpool Methodist Church, 7.30pm, £15, students £5, 01938 811010. BASSETT Toronto based folk duo. Quatt Village Hall, £12/£6/£3, 01746 781214. Arts Alive.

Fri 17 November KROKE A mix of modern Polish music, klezmer, contemporary jazz and chamber classical music. Wyeside, Builth Wells, 7.30pm, £18/£17, 01982 552555.

CHRIS DIFFORD Founding member of Squeeze, celebrates with songs from the Squeeze catalogue and solo albums recorded during those years. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £27, 01743 281281. FLATWORLD West Malvern Social Club, 145 West Malvern Rd, WR14 4AY, 8pm, 07974 725374, www.wmsc.org.uk REFUGIUM CHAMBER CHOIR ‘Music for Remembrance’. Music by Laassus, Gibbons, Parry, Rutter, Rheinberger, Vaughan Williams and Whitacre. Holy Trinity Church, Bosbury, 7pm, free admission; retiring collection in aid of Help the Heroes, interval, refreshments, 01531 670634.

Will Barnes Quartet

Fri 17 November SHIREFOLK Monthly talent showcase featuring Amelia Coleburn. The Jam Factory, Widemarsh St, Hereford. MAN THE LIFEBOATS + THE WHIPJACKS Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 8pm. SARATHY KORWAR One of the most original and compelling voices in the UK jazz scene. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £20, 01743 281281. CHARLES WATSON & JAMES THORPE Singer/songwriter. West Malvern Social Club, Malvern Rd, Malvern, 7.30pm, £20. www.universe.com/events ANNA DAVIES & THE SINNERMAN BLUES BAND The Golden Cross, Sutton St Nicholas, Hereford. BASSETT Toronto based folk duo. Priest Weston Village Hall, 7.30pm, £12/£6, 07773 026441. Arts Alive. THE PLAGUE DOCTORS CURE ALL Improvised jazzmetal, doom-jazz and impro rock. The Newnham Club, High St, Newnham, GL14 1BS.

THE ELVIS YEARS AT CHRISTMAS Experience and Elvis-style Christmas like never before in an evening packed with solid gold classics from the ‘King’. Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, £28, 01600 772467. KICKBACK Featuring Last Tree Squad & Alvin and the Angry Barrels. Oscars, Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 8pm, £8, 01584 878141. THE ALBERT HALL CHRISTMAS BINGO All proceeds to The Albert Hall. Albert Hall, Llandrindod Wells, 7pm, 0300 102 4255.

Sat 18 November HEREFORD CHORAL SOCIETY Performing Bach Mass in B minor. Featuring Lucy Cox, soprano; Ciara Hendrick, mezzo; Thomas Herford, tenor; William Gaunt, bass/baritone, Geraint Bowen, Musical & Amicable Society. Hereford Cathedral, 7.30pm, £10, www.herefordchoralsociety.org MICROBABY Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 9pm.

THE SPECIALS LTD Live 9-piece band. The Buttermarket, Howard St, Shrewsbury, 6pm, 01743 966606.

AMELIA COBURN Violet’s Tea Room, Waterloo House, Bridgnorth, 8pm, £10, www.shirefolk. co.uk

AMELIA COBUR The Jam Factory, Widemarsh St, Hereford, 8pm, free but please book space via website, www.shirefolk.co.uk

SHROPSHIRE BLUES CLUB The Good Old Boys featuring Vera Van Heeringen. With support from Blue Moon. Ludlow Brewery, Station Rd, Ludlow, 8pm, £12 in advance, £15 on the door, 07710 409004.

CHARLES WATSON West Malvern Social Club, 145 West Malvern Rd, WR14 4AY, 8pm, 07974 725374, www.wmsc.org.uk

DOMINO SUGAR Gordon Bennetts, St Peter’s Square, Hereford, 01432 360250.

THE RONALDOS The Buttermarket, Howard St, Shrewsbury, 8pm, 01743 966606.

THE ALLEY CATS Gordon Bennetts, St Peter’s Square, Hereford, 01432 360250.

MID WALES R & B CLUB Present Nookee. The Muse, Old Museum, Brecon, 8pm, £12, www.themusebrecon.com GAIL DAVIES Award winning singer, songwriter, producer member of Oklahoma’s Music Hall of Fame. Gail will be performing with her trio. The Assembly Rooms, Presteigne, 8pm, £15, under 25s £10 (limited tickets) from The Workhouse Gallery, Presteigne or WeGotTickets. com LEOMINSTER CHORAL SOCIETY Performing Handel’s Messiah with a baroque orchestra. Leominster Priory, 7pm, £15 in advance or £17.50 on the door, under 18s free, www.ticketsource. co.uk/leominster-choral-soc THE GUITAR ICONS Colourful, dynamic tribute show featuring the music of some of the world’s most iconic and influential electric guitar players. Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, 7.30pm, £15, 01885 488575. KINGTON CHORAL Winter concert - Mozart’s Requiem in D minor. Orchestra performance of Eine Kliene Nachtmusik with the Bannau Brycheiniog Chamber Orchestra. Soloists - Eleanor Bosworth, Susanna Spicer, Simon Harper and Fearghus Cooper. St Andrew’s Church, Presteigne, 7.30pm, www.trybooking. com or www.kingtonchoral.org.uk 1ST BIRTHDAY PARTY With live music from Lee Owen, Plug my Jam and The Makings. The Jam Factory, Widemarsh St, Hereford. WILL BARNES QUARTET Presenting their debut album: Source of the Severn. Expect a contemporary edge to the classic bebop style. Brought to life with an exhibition by landscape artist, Erin Hughes. Clarence Hall, Crickhowell, www.willbarnesmusic.co.uk

Sat 18 November THE RAT PACK ‘Christmas in Vegas’. A star studded cast of the UK’s original and longest running Rat Pack show. Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 7.30pm, 01584 811442.

Sun 19 November THE JAM 1982 With The Jam’s drummer Rick Buckler. The Buttermarket, Howard St, Shrewsbury, 6pm, 01743 966606. THE WOLF OF WIDEMARSH STREET The bar becomes a stock market for a night. The Jam Factory, Widemarsh St, Hereford. THE WHISKEY RIVER BOYS The Six Bells, Bishop’s Castle, 5pm. THE FAIRYTALE CEILIDH Coracle Paul Hutchinson, Hannah Moore and Matt Norman. Bishop’s Castle Town Hall, 2pm, £15, 01588 630023 or on the door.

Mon 20 November OPEN MIC The Lost Arc, Rhayader, 7.30pm, 01597 811226. FOLK CAFE AT BILL’S KITCHEN Pop-up folk event. Featuring Ella Marys Angela & Ollie Warburton. Meal and music for £25, just music £10. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7pm, 01584 878141.

Tues 21 November SUPPER SERANADES Dining, accompanied by chamber music from Orchestra of the Swan and a Greek themed menu. The Courtyard, Hereford, 6.15pm, two courses £25, three courses £30, 01432 340555.

Wed 22 November G4 CHRISTMAS Join Jonathan, Lewis, Mike and Duncan as they recall the musical experiences of their childhoods. Hereford Cathedral, 7.30pm, £10, 01432 374225, www.herefordcathedral.org

Thurs 23 Novembe CLUN FOLK SESSION The Sun, Clun, 8pm. THE PLAGUE DOCTORS CURE ALL Improvised jazzmetal, doom-jazz and impro rock. The Moon, Womanby St, Cardiff. ECHO GECCO Plus support from Monday Club, psych rock and pop rock, 9pm. The Jam Factory, Widemarsh St, Hereford.

FOLK TALES With Filkin’s Drift. Melville Centre for the Arts, Abergavenny, 7pm, 01873 853167.

WEIRDSHIRE GIGS Featuring Algis Fediajevas. The Victory, Hereford.

Fri 24 November LUDLOW FOLK Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 8pm, £12, 01584 878141. 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. RP MCMURPHY Gordon Bennetts, St Peter’s Square, Hereford, 01432 360250. FILKIN’S DRIFT One of the UK’s fastest rising folk groups in an intimate setting. Combining the traditional and contemporary through their blend of fiddle, guitar and close vocal harmonies. Ages 14+. Chelmarsh Parish Hall, 7.30pm, £14/£8, 07531 008876. Arts Alive. DUB PISTOLS Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 8pm. ENGLISH TRADITIONAL MUSIC SESSION The Blue Boar, Ludlow. AMARYLLI ‘Tales from Sherwood Forest’. Hannah Grove - soprano, recorder and harp; Elizabeth Pellett - lute and guitar. Lion Ballroom, Leominster, 11.30am, £14, students £7, 01568 616460. NATURE GUY House DJ set. The Jam Factory, Widemarsh St, Hereford. THE SOUL STRUTTERS Corn Exchange, 8 High St, Ross on Wye, 8pm, tickets from £9.99, 01989 763174. BONGO’S BINGO The Buttermarket, Howard St, Shrewsbury, 6pm, 01743 966606. WILL BARNES QUARTET Presenting their debut album: Source of the Severn. Expect a contemporary edge to the classic bebop style. Brought to life with an exhibition by landscape artist, Erin Hughes. Aberystwyth Arts Centre, www.willbarnesmusic.co.uk

Sat 25 November WILL BARNES QUARTET Presenting their debut album: Source of the Severn. Expect a contemporary edge to the classic bebop style. Brought to life with an exhibition by landscape artist, Erin Hughes. Hanging Gardens, Llanidloes, www.willbarnesmusic.co.uk

THE MELLSTOCK BAND ‘Christmas in Mellstock’. The band perform in costume, with village band instruments of the 19th century. St Mary’s Church, Ross-on-Wye, 7.30pm, £15 from Ticketsource or at the door. JAZZ IN THE VILLAGE Featuring Ian Millar, saxophone and Dominic Spencer, piano. Almeley Village Hall, 8pm, £12, under 16s free, cash only bar, tickets from almeleyvillagehall@gmail.com FRUIT MACHINE Queer Night hosted by Honey B McKenna. The Jam Factory, Widemarsh St, Hereford. PINK LIVE Starring Vicky Jackson and her band. The Buttermarket, Howard St, Shrewsbury, 6pm, 01743 966606. THE ALL TONES Gordon Bennetts, St Peter’s Square, Hereford, 01432 360250. MARCHES CHOIR AND SINFONIA 70 strong choir, professional soprano soloist and orchestra perform Haydn’s Imperial Nelson Mass, alongside Pergolesi’s Magnificat. St John’s Church, Bishop’s Castle, 7.30pm, £15, children/students free, 07806 433394, TicketSource or on the door. ENCORE YOUTH MUSIC AUTUMN CONCERT Celebrating Encore Youth Music Junior and Intermediate ensembles. St John’s Methodist Church, Hereford, 2pm, donations welcome. OPEN MIC Hosted by Mark Richards. Oscars, Ludlow Assembly Rooms, 8pm, please pre-book your slot, markianrichards@ hotmail.com LIVEWIRE Saturday members rock the stage with a great playlist of songs from this term’s sessions. Hereford College of Arts, Folly Lane Campus, 3.45pm, free. TWO PUSH CHARLIE The Vaga, Hereford, 8.30pm. THE SONGS OF LEONARD COHEN West Malvern Social Club, 145 West Malvern Rd, WR14 4AY, 8pm, 07974 725374, www.wmsc.org.uk MISS KITTY Live acoustic set. Brecon Tap, 6 Bulwark, Brecon, 9pm, 01874 622888, free entry. FILKIN’S DRIFT One of the UK’s fastest rising folk groups in an intimate setting. Combining the traditional and contemporary through their blend of fiddle, guitar and close vocal harmonies. Ages 14+. Bitterley Village Hall, 7.30pm, £12/£6, 01584 318047. Arts Alive.

Thursday 14 December, 6.30pm The Globe at Hay on Wye, HR3 5BG £15 Buy Tickets online: ssafa.org.uk/carolsandcurry2023

KINGTON LATE NIGHT SHOPPING

Until 7pm, WED 29TH NOVEMBER Lauriel Design/Forager Sheepskin Raw Thread Design, Celia’s Leafy Lampshades, Carrie Ede Textile Artist, Cat and Fiddle, Bopsom’s, The Walking Hub, Made in the Marches, Jayne’s Alteration, Collaborative Crafts, Oxford Arms, Fork and Chicken, Paul Lewis Butchers

Christmas Lights go on around 6pm

KEITH JAMES: THE SONGS OF LEONARD COHEN These remarkable songs - stripped back, honest, naked and sensual. Melville Centre for the Arts, Abergavenny, 7.30pm, 01873 853167.

Filkins Drift

DECEMBER Fri 1 December 80’S NIGHT LIVE AT CHRISTMAS Ludlow Brewery, Railway Shed, Station Drive, Ludlow, 8pm, 01584 873291. COCKNEY REJECTS Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 8pm.

Sat 25 November THE ENDINGS The Buttermarket, Howard St, Shrewsbury, 7pm, 01743 966606. WINTER FESTIVAL OPEN MIC Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7.30pm, 01584 878141. TALON Eagles tribute. Blake Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, 01600 719401.

Sun 26 November BANJAXXED Irish folk music. The Oak Inn, Staplow. Plus serving new traditional pub grub menu from 6pm-7.30pm. To book, www.theoakinnstaplow.co.uk or 01531 640954. CLAIRE ROBERTS TRIO ‘Carmen McRae Remembered’. BMJ gig. Melville Centre for the Arts, Abergavenny, 7.30pm, 01873 853167. THE WHISKEY RIVER TRIO Tiny Rebel Brewery, Rogerstone, Newport, 7pm. THE WOLF OF WIDEMARSH STREET The bar becomes a stock market for a night. The Jam Factory, Widemarsh St, Hereford. FILKIN’S DRIFT One of the UK’s fastest rising folk groups in an intimate setting. Combining the traditional and contemporary through their blend of fiddle, guitar and close vocal harmonies. Ages 14+. Welshampton Parish Hall, 7.30pm, £12/£6, 01948 710586. Arts Alive.

Wed 29 November STEELEYE SPAN Folk rock pioneers. Borough Theatre, Abergavenny, £28, 01873 850805.

LATE NIGHT SHOPPING - KINGTON Many shops open until 7pm. Christmas lights go on around 6pm.

LODESTAR TRIO Scandinavian folk scene stars Erik Rydvall and Olav Mjelva bring a spirit of groove and improvisation into Baroque music with violin virtuoso Max Baille. The Assembly Rooms, Presteigne, 8pm, £15, under 25s £10 (limited tickets) from The Workhouse Gallery, Presteigne or WeGotTickets. com

Thurs 30 November WEIRDSHIRE GIGS Featuring Milweed. The Victory, Hereford. THE ABBA REUNION Tribute show. The Buttermarket, Howard St, Shrewsbury, 6pm, 01743 966606. 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. WILD HARE CLUB Featuring My Darling Clementine. Increasingly popular Americana/ country-soul duo bring their Abdication Tour to the Wild Hare Club. Expect songs from across their catalogue including their versions of Elvis Costello songs as heard on the highly praised Country Darkness album. GWRSA, Railway Club, Hereford, 7.30pm, £15, £10 students, www.wildhareclub.com JAM ON TOAST Open jam session hosted by Alex Bayross and his band. The Jam Factory, Widemarsh St, Hereford. A BRIEF HISTORY OF CHRISTMAS Acclaimed musicians Green Matthews with speical guest Jude Rees of Pilgrim’s Way present a festive romp through 600 years of Christmas music, songs and carols. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7.30pm, £16, £10 under 25s, 01584 878141.

LEDBURY LATE NIGHT CHRISTMAS SHOPPING Featuring brass band, Morris dancers, mulled cider, roasted chestnuts, carol singers, music and more. Ledbury, until 8pm. MASSAOKE CHRISTMAS LIVE Christmas sing-a-long. The Buttermarket, Howard St, Shrewsbury, 6pm, 01743 966606. BUILTH MALE VOICE CHOIR Concert with Holly Richards (soprano). Dolau Community Hall, LD1 5TW, 7.30pm, £10 on the door or online, www.WeGotTickets.com or 01597 851427.

Sat 2 December MARTIN CARTHY A special evening of song and conversation with Jon Wilks. Borough Theatre, Abergavenny, £22, 01873 850805. HEREFORD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA ‘Countdown to Christmas Family Christmas concert’. St Peter’s Church, Hereford, 3pm, 01684 540870. THE FABULOUS BORDELLOS Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury. CLUN VALLEY JAZZ Featuring Stuart Goodhew Trio with Stuart Goodhew, piano, James Batten, drums and James Owston, double bass. Tribute to Bill Evans. Bishop’s Castle Town Hall, 07768 504322, www.clunvalleyjazz@gmail.com KINGTON FOOD FESTIVAL Featuring live music from Little Rumba, Mice in a Matchbox, Streetsax and local choirs. Plus the best of artisan producers from the Marches. Kington, 9.30am-3.30pm, free event, free parking. SONS OF TOWN HALL Beautiful storytelling through song. The Hive, Belmont, Shrewsbury, 7.45pm, from £15, 01743 234970.

THE WEST END AT CHRISTMAS Stars from the West End celebrate 10 years of the ‘West End at Christmas’. Blake Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, 01600 719401.

2023 BRASS & WOODWIND REPAIR COURSES 27 Nov - 2 Dec - Extra Woodwind Repair (Foundation) Course with Lynne Williams. Trevor Head, Llangunllo, 07971 083089, email trevorhead@ btinternet.com

Wed 6 December EX CATHEDRA CONSORT Rupert Jeffcoat, Nicholas Wearne, organ. Hereford Cathedral, 7.30pm, £35-£15, www.excathedra.co.uk

TENBURY TOWN BAND Christmas charity concert. The Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 7pm, 01584 811442.

BRECON FOLK AND MORE CLUB The Muse, Old Museum, Brecon, 7.30pm, www.themusebrecon.com TALON The Best of the Eagles. Borough Theatre, Abergavenny, 01873 850805.

Sun 3 December BEANS ON TOAST Albert’s Shed, Barker St, Shrewsbury, 7pm.

Music Workshops

HAY SHANTYMEN Rollocking good shanties from the East coast of Wales. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 6.30pm, £10, 07929 110737, www.hayshantymen.co.uk or at Flow, Hay-on-Wye.

Sat 11 November SATURDAY COFFEE SESSIONS FOR FIDDLE PLAYERS A blend of sociable ensemble playing, together with expert guidance on style, technique and musicality from tutor Kitty Greenwood. Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, Craven Arms, meet in cafe 10.20, workshop 11am12.45pm, £18 per session, includes pdf sheet music. To book email folkfiddleteacher@gmail.com

DUTCH LEWIS TRIO Play Christmas jazz standards and much more. Aardvark Christmas Fair, with over 20 stalls selling vintage, crafts and Christmas essentials, hot food and free mulled wine. Aardvark Books, Brampton Bryan, open 10am-3pm, 01547 530744.

Sat 25 November BORDER MARCHES EARLY MUSIC FORUM A workshop for singers and instrumentalists (A=440). With tutor George Parris. ‘Messa La Luna Piena’. Giuseppe Corsi da Celano. The Great Barn, Hellens Manor, Much Marcle, near Ledbury, 10am-4.30pm, booking essential, www.bmemf.org.uk

THE WHISKEY RIVER BOYS The Forest of Dean Folk Club Christmas Party, The Orepool Inn, Chepstow Rd, Sling, 8pm, £8. JASON ALLAN UK’s TikTok busker. The Buttermarket, Howard St, Shrewsbury, 7pm, 01743 966606.

Mon 4 December

Sun 26 November SHROPSHIRE HARMONY QUIRE We sing and play mainly West Gallery music, which is energetic, rousing, no-nonsense stuff that is great fun to perform. It is what you would have heard in rural parish churches in the 18th and early 19th centuries. Led by Andy Watts. FREE for newcomers! Instrumentalists (typically flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, violin and cello) are particularly welcome. Lydbury North Village Hall, 2-5 pm. Enquiries: trevorchalkley@gmail.com

CIDER CITY JAZZMEN The Barrels, St Owen St, Hereford. BRIMFIELD FOLK CLUB Brimfield Village Hall, 7.30pm, 07909 290942. Bring drink/glasses. OPEN MIC The Lost Arc, Rhayader, 7.30pm, 01597 811226.

Tues 5 December TALON Borough Theatre, Abergavenny, 01873 850805.

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. 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@encoreenterprises.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

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Harry@tents4elements.co.uk // 07816 776813 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 the mix. 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 (Term time) MUSIC TOTS LUDLOW Music activities for children aged 0-4 years. Ludlow Assembly Rooms, 9.30am-10.15am for 0-2 year olds. 10.45am-11.30am for 2-4 year olds. 07531 120951. 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.

2nd & 4th Sunday BLACK MOUNTAIN BALFOLK Come, play music and dance to French Breton and European tunes. Beginners welcome as well as seasoned dancers/musicians. Hay on Wye Parish Hall 4pm-6pm. Facebook Black Mountain Balfolk. 07952 998320. 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 & Third Monday OPEN MIC The Lost Arc, Rhayader, 7.30pm, 01597 811226. First Monday BRIMFIELD FOLK CLUB 07909 290942 and the website at www.roger435.wixsite.com/brimfieldfolkclub 2nd Monday JAM SESSION The Barley Mow, Trefonen, 7.30pm, 07751 420796. Last Monday WIGMORE FOLK CLUB SESSION Wigmore Village Community Hall, 7.30pm, 07709 904836. 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. 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. 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. 4th Friday ENGLISH TRADITIONAL MUSIC SESSION The Blue Boar, Ludlow, from 8.30pm, 01584 878989, 07887 535893.

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

VENUES 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! 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.

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

theatre PERFORMANCE Fri 3 November YOKON HO! A funny, bizarre, dark and (mostly) true, one-woman, cabaret-style guide to surviving an unbelievably mad life in Canada’s frozen north. Ludlow Assembly Rooms, 7.30pm, £16, 01584 878141. Sat 4 November THE INVISIBLE MAN OUR STAR THEATRE COMPANY. This brand-new, fast-moving, hilarious adaptation boasts 15 characters played by three actors, aided by quick costume changes, prop manipulation and tons of fun. Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, 7.30pm, £13,students £10, 01885 488575. Sat 4 November CARWYN Performed by Simon Nehan. Carwyn explores the enigma of a multi-layered man. A man ahead of his time. In his 53 years, Carwyn James made an incredible impact on his homeland, a man who beat the mighty All Blacks with three different teams. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7.30pm, 01874 611622. Sat 4 November DARK REMEMBERED DAYS A revue and cabaret style production with words, live music and visual images of the 1939-45 war years. In aid of charities related to the present Ukrainian conflict. Market Theatre, Ledbury, 7.30pm, £12, students £9, 07967 517125. Sat 4 & Sun 5 November FAULTY TOWERS THE DINING EXPERIENCE Be 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 over 70% of each performance improvised, this is the completely immersive and highly interactive comedy spectacular where anything can happen… A 3-course meal and two hours of non-stop laughter. The Buttermarket, Howard St, Shrewsbury, Sat 7.45pm, Sun 2.30pm, 01743 966606. Sat 4 & Mon 6 November THE ADVENTURES OF SHERLOCK HOLMES BLACK RAT PRODUCTIONS AND BLACKWOOD MINERS’ INSTITUTE. A brand new comedy (with songs) written and directed by Richard Tunley with music by Kieran Bailey. 4 Nov - The Hafren, Newtown, 7.30pm, £14/£12, 01686 948100. 6 Nov - Borough Theatre, Abergavenny, 7.30pm, £15/£13, children £8, 01873 850805. Wed 8 November DISCOVERING ANTARCTICA: HEROIC TALES OF SHACKLETON, CREAN & SCOTT PLAY ON WORDS presents a dramatic and humorous solo performance by Aidan Dooley. Set during the Golden Age of Antarctic Exploration (1901-1916). The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.45pm, 01432 340555.

Thurs 9 November RHINOSEROS THEATR GENEDLAETHOL CYMRU. Filled with unexpected humour and nightmarish tension. Rhinoseros is a commentary on society, extremism and how hatred can spread like a virus. A Welsh language adaptation by Manon Seffan Ros. For ages 12+. The Hafren, Newtown, 7.30pm, 01686 948100. Thurs 9 November 42 CROWNS THE SHROPSHIRE DRAMA COMPANY. A wry and quirky observation of the activities of our kings and queens during the reign of various regal houses; 1066 and up to the incumbent monach, Charles III. Rhyming verse, songs, readings and poetry. SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle, 8pm, £10, children £5, 01588 630321. Fri 10 & Sat 11 November Y FENYW MEWN DU A Welsh language premier of the West End hit. It was nine-thirty on Christmas Eve... Borough Theatre, Abergavenny, £12-£10, 01873 850805. Sun 12 November HANCOCK’S HALF HOUR: THE LOST EPISODES APOLLO THEATRE COMPANY recreate the magic that was Hancock’s Half Hour. Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, £17.50, 01600 772467. Wed 15 November THE RAGGED TROUSERED PHILANTHROPISTS Political conjuring, projection, live music and song combine in Neil Gore’s one-person version of the classic novel by Robert Tressell. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £16.50/£13.50, 01743 281281. Fri 17 November A KNIGHT OF MURDER MYSTERY HAY THEATRE. ‘Who Killed William Beurre’. A fun, phantom packed evening. The Great Hall, Hay Castle, Hay-on-Wye, 6pm, £25, 01497 820079. Thurs 16 - Sat 18 November GERTRUDE LAWRENCE - A LOVELY WAY TO SPEND AN EVENING A theatrical cabaret performed by Lucy Stevens and pianist Elizabeth Marcus. Gertrude was a feisty strong woman from Clapham who forged a long career on stage and screen, the show celebrates her brilliance. 16 Nov - Cawley Hall, Eye, 7.30pm, £12/£6/£30, 01568 615836. 17 Nov - Market Theatre, Ledbury, 7.30pm, £15, students £9, 07967 517125. 18 Nov - Linton Village hall, 7pm, £15/£6/£36, LVH@lintonvillage.com Arts Alive. Fri 17 & Sat 18 November DRIFTWOOD PENTABUS AND THICKSKIN CO-PRODUCTION. A new play by Tim Foley. An inspiring, expansive story about hope, love, belonging and the tides within us. Suitable for ages 12+. 17 Nov - Farlow & Oreton Village Hall, 7.30pm, £12/£6, under 25s free (limited availability). 18 Nov - Yarpole Village Hall, 7pm, £12/£6, under 25s free (limited availability). www.pentabus.co.uk Arts Alive.

Sat 18 November WHAT’S YOUR POISON? RUMPUS THEATRE COMPANY presents the true-crime Victorian murder mystery. William Palmer is a respectable member of the medical profession... so why do so many people around him die suddenly? The Hafren, Newtown, 7.45pm, £15/£13, 01686 948100. Thurs 23 - Sat 25 November A MURDER IS ANNOUNCED OFF CENTRE THEATRE. The villagers of Chipping Cleghorn, including Jane Marple are astonished to read an advert in the local newspaper that a murder will take place at Little Paddocks... Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, £15, 01600 772467. Thurs 23 - Sat 25 November GREAT EXPECTATIONS ABERGAVENNY’S SUITCASE THEATRE COMPANY bring to life this compelling story in a production which is both vivid and heartfelt. Borough Theatre, Abergavenny, £12-£8, 01873 850805. Sun 26 November WHEN IN ROME REGAL SCHOOL OF ARTS. A comic play written by Pete Thorogood. The Regal, Tenbury Wells, 6.30pm, 01584 811442. Thurs 30 November A CHRISTMAS CAROL LIGHTHOUSE THEATRE & PONTARDAWE ARTS CENTRE present this live radio play version of the perennial Dickens’ classic tale. New York, 1946, World War II has only just finished The actors of WBFR Playhouse of the Air are meeting in the studio for their annual Christmas broadcast... The Hafren, Newtown, 7.45pm, £13/£11, 01686 948100. Fri 1 December MISTELTOE EVE An evening of entertainment inspired by mistletoe. Featuring a blend of songs, dances and a heartwarming play, all woven together with the rhythmic charm of rhymes. Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 7pm, 01584 811442. Sat 2 December A CHRISTMAS CAROL DON’T GO INTO THE CELLAR COMPANY return to the atmospheric Judge’s Dining Room for a festive treat. Award-winning actor and writer Jonathan Goodwin performs as Dickens in this one-man performance. Interval refreshments around the 16ft Christmas tree and roaring fire to warm you. The Judges Lodging, Broad St, Presteigne, 7.30pm, £12.50, wegottickets.com www.judgeslodging.org.uk Tues 5 December A CHRISTMAS CAROL AS TOLD BY JACOB MARLEY (DECEASED) BROTHER WOLF. Adapted and performed by James Hyland and music by Chris Warner. Told from the perspective of Scrooge’s deceased business partner. Blake Theatre, Monmouth, 7pm, 01600 719401.

MUSICAL THEATRE & OPERA Thurs 2 - Sat 4 November RUDDIGORE KINGTON OPERATIC perform Gilbert & Sullivan. Lady Hawkins Community Leisure Centre, Kington, 7.30pm, tickets from 01544 267253.

November BEATRICE AND BENEDICT MID WALES OPERA. Based on Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing. Sung and spoken in English. Berlioz’s life-long passion for Shakespeare is evident throughout his miraculous score, radiant with love and sparkling with energy. 1 Nov - Fishguard. 2 Nov - Aberdare. 8 Nov - Holyhead. 10 Nov - Ludlow Assembly Rooms, 7.30pm, £22, £5 under 21s, 01584 878141. Thurs 2 - Sat 4 November LES MISERABLES SCHOOL EDITION GET YOUR WIGLE ON Teen Musical Theatre Group return with a talented new young cast to perform this musical masterpiece. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 2.30pm & 7.30pm, £19.50/£17.50, 01743 281281. Fri 10 & Sat 11 November A NIGHT AT THE MUSICALS LAURA GALE DANCE & DRAMA bring you an evening of packed full of show stopping numbers. 7pm, Sat 2.30pm, 01432 340555. Thurs 14 - Sat 18 November ELF THE MUSICAL HEREFORD MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY. A charming tale of Buddy, who mistakenly crawled into Santa’s bag as a baby and was raised by an elf! The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, Sat 2.30pm, 01432 340555. Wed 15 - Sat 18 November SCHOOL OF ROCK SHREWSBURY MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY. Based on the iconic film starring Jack Black. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 1pm, 6pm & 7pm, £24-£18, 01743 281281. Fri 17 November SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL LIBRARY! A GOTHIC PUB ROCK OPERA A musical comedy thriller with a cast of Hollywood superstars and rock god legends celebrating a British institution... all performed by two people. For ages 12+. Stoke St Milborough Village Hall, 7.30pm, £12/£6/£30, 01584 823791. Arts Alive. Sat 25 November ELVIS IN BLUE HAWAII SPITZ & CO THEATRE COMPANY. A brand new musical comedy which will leave you all shook up! Market Theatre, Ledbury, 7.30pm, £14, students £9, 07967 517125.

CHILDREN’S THEATRE Wed 1 November THUMBELINA An enchanting tale of a miniature girl trying to find her place in the world, brought to life through live music, dance and song. For ages 3-8 years. Leintwardine Community Centre, 2pm, £5, pjames37@btinternet.com Arts Alive. Wed 1 November TALES FROM THE FARMYARD SEA LEGS PUPPET THEATRE. Themes of sharing, friendship and gratitude. Crafted puppets, live music and storytelling. The Courtyard, Hereford, 10.30am, 12pm & 2pm, 01432 340555. Wed 1 November ROALD DAHL’S REVOLTING RHYMES Orchestra of the Swan present Red Riding Hood and Three Little Pigs, narrated by Toyah Wilcox and featuring a perfectly pitched musical score for children and adults. The Courtyard, Hereford, 3pm, 01432 340555.

Wed 1 & Thurs 2 November PEPPA PIG’S FUN DAY OUT Packed full of songs and dance, a perfect introduction to the theatre. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 10am, 1pm & 4pm, £22-£17.50, children £20 off, 01743 281281. Thurs 2 November SNUG AND GRUB CATCH A BUG GARLIC THEATRE. A wonderfully wiggly adventure for all the family. A funny organic tale, with clowning and a host of colourful puppets and foot tapping music. The Courtyard, Hereford, 11am, 01432 340555. Thurs 2 November NEST M6 THEATRE COMPANY. A tree in a city. Two birds decide to make it their home... Filled with clowning, original song and shadow play. For ages 3+. Borough Theatre, Abergavenny, various times, £8.50, 01873 850805. Fri 3 November MEET PIPPI LONGSTOCKING Nine year old Pippi is strong, brave and fearless. When she comes to live in her new home with her monkey and horse, but with no parents and no rules, she brings mischief, chaos and confusion... The Courtyard, Hereford, 11am, 01432 340555. Sun 5 November HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR MADE TO MEASURE PRODUCTIONS. Rib-tickling laughter and bags of audience participation. Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 1pm, £12, £9 under 16s, £36 family of four, 01600 772467. Sat 25 November LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD A wolf in granny’s clothing knows all about what fun dressing-up can be. Catchy songs, hilarious puppets. With free pre-activity from 10.30am. The Courtyard, Hereford, 11am, 01432 340555. Wed 29 November - Sun 7 January JACK AND THE BEANSTALK Magic and mayhem featuring Brad Fitt, Shropshire’s legendary pantomime dame. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 2pm & 6pm, £29-£17, children £20 off, 01743 281281. Thurs 30 November - Sun 3 December MOTHER GOOSE OUR STAR THEATRE COMPANY. A magical goose lays golden eggs and classic rags to riches story makes this the perfect festive family treat. Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, 7pm, £16, under 16s £12, 01885 488575. Fri 1 December - Sat 6 January DICK WHITTINGTON COURTYARD PRODUCTIONS. The ‘purr-fect’ Christmas family pantomime. Relaxed, audio described, dementia friendly and signed performances available. The Courtyard, Hereford, various times, groups - 10 tickets and get 11th free. 01432 340555. Sun 3 December SANTA’S CHRISTMAS WISH A festive, song-filled, interactive family show particularly suitable for 2-8 year olds. Followed by a special meet and greet and treat with Father Christmas. Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 11am & 2pm, £10 adults, under 16s £9, family £34. Children under 3 who do not take up seat are free, 01600 772467.

Thurs 7 - Sat 9 December HORRIBLE HISTORIES: HORRIBLE CHRISTMAS When Christmas comes under threat from a jolly man in red, it’s up to one young boy to save the day - but can he save Christmas? The Hafren, Newtown, £15, children £12, family £50, schools £12, 01686 948100.

DRAMA WORKSHOPS Wed 1 November SCHOOL FOR GIFTED GHOSTS AND GHASTLY GHOULS Creat a Halloween performance on the main stage. Making props, experimenting with grisly make-up and manipulating petrifying puppets. For ages 6-12. Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 4.30pm, 01584 811442. 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 3.45pm 4.45pm Roundabout, Reception & Years 1 & 2. Wednesdays 5pm - 6pm Junior Youth, Years 3,4 & 5. Wednesdays 6pm - 7pm Junior Youth, Years 6,7 & 8. Thursdays 8.30pm - 10pm Senior Youth, Years 9, 10 & 11, 16 - 25. Call 01874 611622, 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.

word Sun 5 November PAUL ZERDIN Join Paul and an array of funny and sharp-tongued creations including Sam, Albert, Baby and Roger the bodyguard! Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £22, 01743 281281. Wed 8 November ALFIE BROWN Alfie Brown is showing signs that he can’t have a healthy relationship, but what are these signs? Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £15, 01743 281281.

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Poetry & Storytelling Fri 3 November THE WORLD OF WITCHES WINGS OF WORDS. Gertie Goodwitch is a young witch in training. Join her for a special peep into the world of witches. For ages 4-10 years. Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 11am, 01584 811442. Fri 10 November BLAST STORYTELLING With Dominic Kelly - Mara. Bishop’s Castle Town Hall, 8pm, £8, £28 for group of four, 01588 630023. Tues 14 November GRAVEST FEARS Cathedrals are the seats of terror in these two thrilling tales by M R James, the master of the English ghost story. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £17, 01743 281281. Fri 17 November CHRISTINE DAVIES Morning coffee with author Christine Davies reading from her latest title, ‘Trecadno’. North Books, 4 Castle St, Hay-on-Wye, 10am-12pm, free, www.northbooks.co.uk Thurs 23 - Sun 26 November HAY FESTIVAL WINTER WEEKEND 25 Nov - ‘Enchanted Wales: Myth and Magic in Welsh Storytelling’. Miranda Aldhouse-Green and Daniel Morden, 5.30pm. 25 Nov - ‘The Voice in Shadow, Daniel Morden tells strange stories of the supernatural by candlelight in Hay Castle’s Great Hall, 10pm. Hay-on-Wye, www.hayfestival.org/winter-weekend

Comedy

Sat 4 November GEOFF NORCOTT: BASIC BLOKE Geoff is trying to make sense of the current cultural and political scene. For ages 16+. Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 8pm, £17.50, 01600 772467.

Sun 5 November CARL HUTCHINSON Prepare to be dazzled by the UK comedy scene’s best kept secret. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7pm, £17, 01743 281281.

Fri 10 & Fri 24 November WESTONS CIDER COMEDY CLUBS Enjoy laugh out loud comedy from some of the hottest up-and-coming comedians on the circuit. For ages 18+. The Courtyard, Hereford, 8.30pm, 01432 340555. Sun 12 November SEVERN JESTERS Discover the new stars of stand up and the best from the fringe. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £12, 01743 281281. Fri 17 November COMEDY NIGHT Featuring Cerys Nelmes, Mark Maier, Peter Brush, The Raymond and Mr Timpkins Revue. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 8pm, 01584 878141. Fri 24, Sat 25 & Sun 26 November RICH HALL: SHOT FROM CANNONS Montana’s transatlantic messenger returns with new rants, knife-edge observations and thrilling musical interludes. 24 & 25 Nov - The Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 8pm, 01584 811442. 26 Nov - Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 8pm, £17, 01600 772467. Fri 10 & Sat 25 November REGINALD D HUNTER Working out what is true and what is real in the supercharged socio-political times we live in. 10 Nov Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £26, 01743 281281. 25 Nov - Part of Hay Festival Winter Weekend, 8.30pm. Hay-on-Wye, www.hayfestival.org/winter-weekend Alfie Brown

Sat 25 November MATT LUCAS ‘The Boy Who Slept Through Christmas’. Laugh your socks off and take part in a singalong with comedian, writer and actor in this interactive event to introduce his new children’s book. Part of Hay Festival Winter Weekend, 10am. Hay-on-Wye, www.hayfestival.org/winter-weekend Sun 26 November BEACONS COMEDY Featuring MC Mike Reed and comedians Phil Cooper, Chris Chopping and Charlie Ward. The Foundry, 8 Bell Lane, Brecon, 7.30pm, £7 in advance, £10 on the door, 07450 384740. Sat 2 December ANDY PARSONS: BAFFLINGLY OPTIMISTIC The highly acerbic and funny stand up is back touring. He’s in an optimistic mood - but he doesn’t know why! For ages 14+. Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 8pm, £17, 01600 772467. Fri 8 December COMEDY CLUB Corn Exchange, 8 High St, Ross on Wye, 8pm, £16, 01989 763174.

Talks Wed 1 November CONVERSATIONS AT THE CHAPEL PETER WAKELIN ON DAVID JONES An evening about David Jones - soldier, painter, engraver, poet and essayist. Peter Wakelin, curator of an exhibition of paintings and drawings of Jones currently taking place at the Brecknock Museum and Gallery in Brecon. The Art Shop & Chapel, Abergavenny, 7.30pm, £13, 01873 852690. Thurs 2 November HENRY NORMAL AND NIGEL PLANER Henry Normal has worked on some of television’s biggest hits - Gavin and Stacey, The Royal Family and more. He is joined by Nigel Planer, a prolific poet and author, best known as Neil in the Young Ones. There will be time for Q&A and book signing at the end of the evening. Ludlow Assembly Rooms, 7.30pm, 01584 878141. Thurs 2, 9, 16 & 23 November GOSPEL OF ST JOHN LECTURE SERIES Led by Revd Canon Dr Maureen Palmer. Each lecture will end with a 15 minute meditation. Attendees to bring a bible with them. Hereford Cathedral, 10.30am-12pm, please book, 01432 374225. Sun 5 November LIFE ON A WARDROBE TRUCK A talk by Helen Ingham, a costumer in the British Film and TV industry. She provides a wealth of behind-the-scenes experiences and stories. St Mary’s Church, Hay-on-Wye, 7pm, £10, tickets from Gay on Wye bookshop. Hay Community Choir fundraising event. Sun 5 November SUSIE DENT PRESENTS THE SECRET LIFE OF WORDS Take a journey into the curious, unexpected and downright surreal origins of words we use every day. The Courtyard, Hereford, 2.30pm, 01432 340555.

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Wed 8 November BROMYARD & DISTRICT LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETY Vintage Pre-War film. The story of Brooklands motor racing circuit from 1907-1938. Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, 7.30pm, £6, 01885 488575. Fri 10 November ERIC NGALLE: BETWEEN A MOUNTAIN & SEA Eric Ngalle Charles is a Cameroonian writer, poet and playwright, and human rights activist based in Wales. Hay Castle, Hay-on-Wye, 6pm, £7.50, 01497 820079. Sat 11 November HEREFORDSHIRE & MID WALES HARDY PLANT SOCIETY ‘Garden Photos’. A talk by Phil Chapman. Glasbury Village Hall, 2pm, visitors welcome, £5, 01981 510362. Tues 14 Novewmber GOING WILD IN BISHOP’S CASTLE Winter talks. Bishop’s Castle Town Hall, 7pm, no booking required, donation box at the entrance, 01588 630023. Wed 15 November LEOMINSTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY ‘The History of Burghill Mental Hospital’. A talk by Rhys Griffith, Senior Archivist at Herefordshire Archives, preceded by AGM. John Abel Room, Grange Court, 7pm, members free, guests £4 on the door, 01568 616464, email awlacey3@gmail.com Wed 15 November CONVERSATIONS AT THE CHAPEL BLAKE MORRISON WITH ALASTAIR LAURENCE The latest book by Blake Morrison is ‘Two Sisters’, a memoir about his sister and half-sister. A companion publication to this is his recently published collection of poems ‘Skin and Blister’. The Art Shop & Chapel, Abergavenny, 7.30pm, £13, 01873 852690. Wed 15 November THE ARTS SOCIETY TEME VALLEY ‘The Art of the Car - and The Car as Art’ with speaker, Julian Richards. Ludlow Assembly Rooms, 2pm, visitors £8, www.theartssocietytemevalley.org.uk Fri 17 November AN HILARIOUS AUDIENCE WITH STEVE SPIERS A hugely popular Welsh actor, writer and producer who has worked on many notable films, television and theatre productions. In the first harl he delivers a range of anecdotes and stories. The second half is a Q&A session with the show’s creator and host Paul Fielding. The Hafren, Newtown, 7.30pm, 01686 948100. Fri 17 November & Fri 8 December HEREFORD ARTS APPRECIATION SOCIETY 17 Nov - ‘Medieval Glass of our Region’. A talk by Robert Walker. 8 Dec - Christmas Lunch, 12.15pm, £10 to members (subsidised), plus Christmas raffle. Office Q, The Kindle Centre, Hereford, 2.30pm, 6 month visitors welcome, £2 per meeting, 01432 357552.

Tues 21 November LUDLOW & MARCHES HUMANISTS A talk by Susie O’Hagan of Hands Together Ludlow. A local charity aiming to improve the quality of life, strengthen the local communities in Ludlow. The Friends Meeting House, St Mary’s Lane, Ludlow, 7.30pm, 01568 770282. Tues 21 November ARTIST TALK: DEAN KENNING Meadow Arts’ Art House Open Lecture series. In person at The Art House, Worcester or live online via Zoom, 5-6.30pm, free, tickets meadowarts.org/event/art-houseopen-lectures-season-11 Wed 22 November & Wed 13 December SOUTH WEST SHROPSHIRE GARDENING CLUB 22 Nov - ‘Gardening on a Slope’. A talk by Margaret Herbert. 13 Dec - ‘Mistletoe and Myths’. A talk by Michael Jones. Lydbury North Village Hall, 7.30pm, annual membership £15, guests welcome £5, 01568 661025. Thurs 23 November AN AUDIENCE WITH MATT LE TISSIER Former footballer and TV pundit. The Buttermarket, Howard St, Shrewsbury, 6.30pm, 01743 966606. Thurs 23 November THREE ACRES AND A COW Part TED talk, part history lecture, part folk club sing-along, part storytelling session. A history of land rights and protest in folk song and story, connecting the Norman Conquest and peasant’s Revolt. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7pm, 01432 340555. Thurs 23 November ELGAR AND ENIGMA LECTURE Peter Dyke has transcribed the orchestral work for the organ and believes that much can be learned about Elgar’s personality within the variations. Hereford Cathedral, 7.30pm, www.herefordcathedral.org Thurs 23 November ARTS SOCIETY MID WALES & BORDERS ‘The Art and Culture of fin de siecle Vienna’. With lecturer Gavin Plumley. Powis Suite, Royal Oak Hotel, Welshpool, 2.30pm, visitors welcome, £7, 01938 555574.

Thurs 23 - Sun 26 November HAY FESTIVAL WINTER WEEKEND 23 Nov - ‘The Seventh Son’, Sebastian Faulks talks to Adam Rutherford, 6.30pm. 23 Nov - ‘World’s Apart Mapping Inequality’, Danny Dorling and Tim Marshall talk to Oliver Bullough, 8pm. 24 Nov - ‘Gardening in the Dark’, Naomi Slade talks to Kitty Corrigan, 11.30am. 24 Nov - ‘The Savage Storm: The Battle for Italy 1943’, James Holland, 1pm. 24 Nov - Booker Prize Shortlist Panel. Join Gaby Wood, chief executive of the Booker Prize Foundation, as she speaks to the six authors shortlisted for this year, 2.30pm. 24 Nov - ‘The Women Who Made Modern Economics’, Rachel Reeves talks to Ngaire Woods, 4pm. 24 Nov - ‘How to Be: Life Lessons from the Early Greeks’, Adam Nicolson, 5.30pm. 24 Nov - ‘State of the Nation’, Chris Bryant and Dominic Grieve talk to Jennifer Nadel, 7pm. 24 Nov - ‘Games Night’, interactive exploration of everyone’s favourite games with Marcus Du Sautoy, 8.30pm. 24 Nov - ‘Dark Skies’, Judy Goldhill, Catherine Mealing-Jones and Stephen Pompea, 8.30pm. 25 Nov - ‘River Cottage Great Roasts’, Gelf Alsderson (head chef of River Cottage) talks to Meinir Howells, 10am. 25 Nov - ‘Be A Birder: The Joy of Birdwatching and How to Get Started’, Hamza Yassin, 11.30am. 25 Nov - ‘Wavewalker: Breaking Free’, Suzanne Heywood talks to Francine Stock, 11.30am. 25 Nov - ‘Light Over

Liskeard’, Louis de Bernieres talks to Kim Sherwood, 1pm. 25 Nov - ‘Comfort Eating’, Grace Dent talks to Meinir Howells, 1pm. 25 Nov - ‘Decolonising My Body’, Afua Hirsch, 2.30pm. 25 Nov - ‘Being Human: How Our Biology Shaped World History’, Lewis Dartnell, 2.30pm. 25 Nov - The Farmer’s Wife’, Helen Rebanks talks to Louise Minchin, 4pm. 25 Nov - ‘Spies, Lies and Illusion’, Ava Glass and Kim Sherwood talk to Oliver Bullough, 4pm. 25 Nov - ‘Make Britain Great Again?’, Gavin Esler and Lisa Nandy, 5.30pm. 25 Nov - ‘Extraordinary Adventures’, Louise Minchin and Lee Craigie, 7pm. 25 Nov - ‘Oz Clarke’s Story of Wine: 8000 Years, 100 Bottles’, Oz Clarke, 7pm. 25 Nov - ‘Azucar’, Nii Ayikwei Parkes talks to David Olusoga, 7pm. 26 Nov - ‘Hay Festival Thinkers in Residence - A Future Not Yet Imagined’, Laura Bates, Will Gompertz and David Olusoga in conversation, 10am. 26 Nov - ‘Playing Under the Piano’, Hugh Bonneville talks to Francine Stock, 11.30am. 26 Nov - ‘How They Broke Britain’, James O’Brien talks to Laura Bates, 1pm. 26 Nov - ‘The Final Whistle’, Nigel Owen talks to Paul Abbandonato, 2.30pm. 26 Nov - ‘Shot-clogs, Bumbershoots and Cacklefarts’, Susie Dent and Sarah Ogilvie talk to Stephen Fry, 4pm. 26 Nov - ‘Where the Hearth Is’, Kate Humble, 5.30pm. 26 Nov ‘Mythos: The Illustrated Story’, Stephen Fry, 7pm. Hay-on-Wye, www.hayfestival.org/winter-weekend Fri 24 November MAGNA CARTA EVENING Discover the Magna Carta in greater detail. Exclusive access to the Mappa Mundi & Chained Library and will also include a brief talk on this document. Hereford Cathedral, 5pm, £12 includes a glass of wine. Tickets www.herefordcathedral.org Sun 26 November MIKE PARKER Mike Parker talks about his book ‘All the Wide Border’, a funny, warm and timely meditation on identity and belonging, following the scenic England/Wales border. The Assembly Rooms, Presteigne, 3pm, £5, tickets from The Workshouse Gallery, Presteigne or online at WeGotTickets.com Wed 29 November AN EVENING WITH KATE HUMBLE Presenter and author. In her most recent book, ‘Where the Hearth Is’, she explores the concept of home. St Mary’s Church, Ross-on-Wye, 7pm, £8 from Ticketsource or at the door. Thurs 30 November WELLINGTON PARISH HISTORY SOCIETY ‘The Wellington Enclosure Award’. A talk by Lyn Langford. Wellington Community Centre, 7pm, 07377 728822, £3 visitors, followed by refreshments and giant Eccles cake! Hugh Bonneville, Hay Festival Winter Weekend

Workshops & Courses Until 8 June 2024 SPARKS Young Writers Group and workshop. Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery, 10.30am-12.30pm, £9 per session. Booking essential, www.sparkwriters.org Mon 6 November WEA HEREFORD BRANCH ‘An Introduction to how Modernism Works (Post 1945)’. 4 x 2 hour weekly sessions with Allen Fisher. The Kindle Centre, ASDA, Hereford, 10.30am, £33.60. Course Ref Q000116212, 0300 303 3464, www.wea.org.uk Tues 7 Nov, 5 Dec, 9 Jan, 6 Feb, 5 March, 2 April, 7 May FIONA SAMPSON HEREFORD SEMINAR Monthly seminar groups, featuring close reading, in-depth discussion and feedback on your poems-in-progress. A venue near Hereford, 6.15-8.45pm, £286, please email to apply, administration@poetryschool.com Sat 25 November EMBODIMENT: WRITING WORKSHOP With Julia Doggart. Writers of all stripes are welcome as we tease out the stories that make up who we are. Bring your curiosity, humour and sense of exploration. Lunch not included. Ground floor, Assembly Rooms, Presteigne, 10am-5pm, £40, pre-registration required at www.craftedessence.com Sat 25 November ONE DAY WRITING WORKSHOP With Tiffany Murray. Exploring story writing and themes from your own life and memories. Hay Castle, Hay-on-Wye, 10.30am-4pm, £125, 01497 820079. Sat 25 November ONE DAY WRITING WORKSHOP With Kim Sherwood. An exclusive one-day crime writing workshop, the author of the new James Bond trilogy. Hay Castle, Hay-on-Wye, 10.30am-4pm, £125, 01497 820079. Thurs 9, 23 November & Thurs 7 December LITTLE BIRD SAID: NATURE WRITING WORKSHOP Blending botanical knowledge with writer’s methods to explore fruits, seeds, builbs and more. Through crafting, feedback and reflections, writers are encouraged to observe seasonal change. The Hive, Belmont, Shrewsbury, 10am, free, 01743 234970. 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 tuition GCSE 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 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 First Friday of the month BOOKCLUB DINNERS 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.

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HAVE a high regard for climate change researchers, most of whom spend their careers to trying to enlighten us about global heating, and issuing warnings to which most people merely pay lip service. At times this century this has earned them little more than abuse and opprobrium. I am thinking especially of the so-called Climategate row around 2009 and 2010, when concerted attacks were made against academics at the University of East Anglia. This was after thousands of their private emails had been hacked, stolen, and released on the internet. As a result, the scientists were hit by a tsunami of hate mail. It turned out that much of the abuse was orchestrated by climate change denialists in the USA linked to fossil fuel interests. The East Anglia team underwent at least three exhaustive investigations, including one by a parliamentary committee at Westminster, whose hearings I attended. After months of probing, the worst that could be proved against the scientists was that, in a very few instances, they had used misleading language in their private messages to each other. But their sudden exposure to the glare of such brutal publicity led one or two of the academics to have suicidal thoughts. Recently I have learned of more direct safety risks run by glaciologists, when they are scrambling about in the icy wastes, either in the Antarctic or the Arctic, or among the rapidly retreating, and dwindling glaciers elsewhere. In the long term, perhaps the greatest threat from melting ice is its effect on sea levels. If, and when, all the ice on Greenland melts, sea levels will be raised by about seven metres. In case that sounds a lot, the Antarctic ice cap holds enough ice to raise the level of the oceans by getting on for ten times as much in the long term. Before 2010 the expected rise in sea levels by 2100 from Arctic and Antarctic ice was being put at a few inches. But some climate scientists were making more worrying estimates. This wasn’t alarmism, as the denialists like to call it. These were predictions based on rigorous science and research. One of those questioning the lower figures was Swiss glaciologist, Professor Konrad Steffen. Steffen did much of his work in hazardous locations. During a typical research trip, he might spend weeks camped out on the windswept Petermann Glacier, in North West Greenland, from a base pitched at an altitude of 4,000 feet. Known as the Swiss Camp, this had been set up back in 1990. It was the first of several bases Steffen and his colleagues operated in Greenland.

By three years ago Steffen reckoned that, by the end of this century, sea levels could rise by a metre or so. A shocking figure, as it was several times the maximum sea level rise being spoken of a decade or two ago.

Petermann Glacier, N.W. Greenland

Sadly, Steffen did not live long enough to see how sea levels would fare in this decade. For in August 2020, during another Greenland research trip, he went missing on the Petermann Glacier. Colleagues were nearby, but no one saw exactly what happened. From what they could piece together, Steffen had fallen into one of the many crevasses that had formed on the glacier in recent years, and which had multiplied, not least due the rapid acceleration in Arctic ice melting. Since then, another glacier near to Petermann has been named the Steffen Glacier to commemorate the Swiss professor’s ground-breaking work. Steffen’s research had also taken him on a number of trips to Antarctica. But it was his work in the work in the Arctic which had led him, as early as in 2002, to sound the alarm about the accelerating pace of polar ice melting. Since Steffen’s untimely death, researchers have obtained fresh data amply supporting his fears over the pace of melting of the ice sheets. One such team is led by a charismatic Frenchman, Professor Eric Rignot. Much of his work has focused on the Petermann Glacier. He reports data suggesting sea level rises by 2100 of a magnitude far greater than anything that hitherto seemed possible. Rignot speaks of ice dynamics which make glaciers far more vulnerable to melting than was guessed a decade or two ago. Rignot has said, “These dynamics are not included in the models, and if we were to include them it would increase projections of sea level rise by up to 200 per cent – not just for Petermann (glacier) but for all glaciers ending in the ocean, which is most of northern Greenland and all of Antarctica.” I won’t even try to list the places that are vulnerable to such a scale of sea level rise. But they include most important cities around the globe. So those buying a house in the next fifty years would do well to check its altitude! Julian O’Halloran

Green Events Until 5 November ORCHARD PUMPKIN TRAIL No charge, small prize for all completed trails. Newton Court, south of Leominster, HR6 0PF, 9am-4.30pm daily, 9am-3pm on Sunday, 01568 611721. Wed 1 November PARTY ANIMALS Join Corner Exotics for an entertaining and educational fact-filled, interactive animal show. Featuring over 35 animals, an event for all ages. Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 3.30pm, 01584 811442. Sun 26 November PLANET ASSEMBLY Winter Weekend Workshop. Looking at bold ideas around how to accelerate the change needed to tackle our acute climate and biodiversity emergencies. Part of Hay Festival Winter Weekend. Hay-on-Wye, 2.30pm, www.hayfestival.org/winter-weekend 2nd Wednesday of the month KINGTON LOCAL ENVIRONMENT & ENERGY NETWORK (KLEEN) Oxford Arms, Kington, from 7pm, www.kingtonkleen.org.uk November & December NATIONAL GARDEN SCHEME 5 Nov & 10 Dec - Tranquility Haven, 7 Lords Land, Whitton, LD7 1NJ, Nov, 2-4pm, Dec 6-8pm, £4.50. 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.

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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

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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 HCPCRegistered. Clinic Based in Castle Street, Hereford. Home or Gym visits available. Contact us on 01432 628123 or www.edwardsphysio.co.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, info@csoundspace.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. Thurs 9 November CONSCIOUS CONNECTING A fun and loving space to connect with others, enjoy nourishing touch and be real! Flat 1, Marlborough House, Llandrindod Wells, 6.30pm-9pm, £12, Emily Martin, 07747 250720. 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

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