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ver the last few weeks I have been at 4 “pop” festivals and so I am feeling pretty knowledgeable on the subject. I have therefore decided, despite my disastrous showing at my last attempt at examinations in 1965, to resit my “Pop” Festival A level Exam. So here goes. Wish me luck. I hope that when its all over I’ll get my picture in the papers or on the telly, with the results in my hand, dancing around with a big grin on my face, hugging my fellow spotty little youths and basking in the fact that I can waste the next 3 years and a shed load of money taking drugs while pretending I’m studying social sciences at the University of Bromyard or some such salubrious joint.

MINISTRY OF EDUCATION SINGAPORE in collaboration with UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE LOCAL EXAMINATIONS SYNDICATE General Certiﬁcate of Education Advanced Level LIGHT MUSIC FESTIVALS Paper 1 multiple choice 80693 September 2013 1 hour

Read these instructions ﬁrst. Write in pencil. Do not use staples, paper clips, glue or correction ﬂuid. For each question there are 3/4 possible answers choose the one you think is correct and record your choice on a separate sheet. Question A After what period of time does the average person become completely catatonic when forced to listen to 3 different bass lines played at 30 kilowatts from 3 different tents all less than 50 metres away? 1. At the end of this next Beyonce track. 2. Just as soon as this hangover wears off and I start to pay attention again 3. “I warned you that you were too old for this sort of malarkey” 4. Bring it on! Know where I can score some ketamine? (Word is suggesting a different spelling – Calamine!)

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Question B What would a time traveler from one of the lentil eating, no toilets, muddy field, free festivals of the 1970’s say when told that a weekend at Wilderness Festival will cost you £200 for a ticket, £750 for a yurt to sleep in, plus £55 a pop every time you fancy a meal in the banqueting tent? 1. Glad to see capitalism is still alive and well. 2. That would be my entire year’s salary if only I had a job. 3. Far out! Question C Identify the main differences between The Bakewell Festival and The Secret Garden Party. 1. The Secret Garden Party looks like the circus field at Glastonbury after a particularly drug addled all night rave. The Bakewell Festival looks like a rather badly attended wedding party that nobody remembered to order the flowers for. 2. The guy who runs The Bakewell Festival likes music. The Secret Gardeners just like noise. 3. In order to placate the neighbours The Bakewell Festival put on their loud rocking bands early in the evening and the quiet folky ones later so that as the hard drinking audience get drunker the music gets soberer! The Secret Gardeners don’t give a monkey’s, they own the estate and the neighbours and they probably own you too. Question D Why do the customers at The Linton Summer Sessions have a smile on their face? 1. Because they don’t realize what they are missing. 2. Because they do realize what they are missing. 3. Because, just maybe, sitting around at a small outdoor venue with a couple of hundred mates quaffing good beer at a reasonable price and all listening to the same bands together at a non-stomach churning volume is actually where it’s at. Question E When does a music festival become a food festival? 1. When the music is so crappy you might as well just eat. 2. When you can buy sushi, lobster, venison burgers, ostrich, and hand crafted ice cream from the stalls but you can’t find a decent rock and roll band for love nor money. 3. When the Wilderness banqueting tent features Ottolenghi, Mark Hix and Russell Norman also Moro, St John and Thyme all have sit down food tents – drool ….drool ….drool, who gives a shit about the music?

Cover pic: Buffalo Gals 13 Sept - Fownhope New Memorial Hall, 14 Sept - Cawley Hall, Eye, 15 Sept - Alveley Parish Memorial Hall. Arts Alive.

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“Some Dirty Work Done At The Font, Jeeves”

HIS was Bertie Wooster’s reaction on discovering that his favourite uncle - Uncle Tom Travers, married to formidable Aunt Dahlia, was saddled with the name of ‘Portarlington’. Enough to put a fellow right off his pre-prandial snifter, don’t you know. The Wooster novels are full of people with odd names: Boko Fittleworth, Kipper Herring, Stilton Cheesewright and the unforgettable Catsmeat Potter-Pirbright. These, of course, are nicknames, moreover, nicknames given to imaginary people who don’t exist in real life. [The editor of Broadsheep disclaims all responsibility for the consequences of any shock this revelation might cause to readers who need to get out more.] But what about REAL people with bizarre names? Yes, you do have to wonder about the state of mind of those parents who lumber their offspring with ghastly monikers. Mr. and Mrs. Robbins, friends of my mother, were sane, caring people. They even looked normal. So why in the name of all that’s holy did they name their daughter Nesta? Was it a joke? Or maybe they thought the leg-pulling and teasing she was bound to suffer would be character-forming. Or - the worst possible explanation - they just never noticed? Surely the vicar could have refused? No, should have refused. And what are we to make of the couple whose two children were called Sam and Ella? Or the neighbours of a friend of mine - Mr. and Mrs. Stupp? Any name, no matter how odd, would have been better for their son than Michael. But occasionally a name can be the making of someone. In the Black Country, my homeland, lived a Mr. Wall. His parents had christened him ‘Walter’. Thus his career came ready-made: he opened a carpet shop. No choice really. What a pity his name doesn’t appear in the children’s card game alongside Mr. Bun the Baker, Mr. Stamp the Postman and Mr. Greedy the Banker. The name chosen for a child says much more about the parents than about the offspring. It’s claimed you can tell a lot about someone by the books they read, the clothes they wear, the places they go on holiday, the way they speak, and so on. But nothing tells you quite so much as the naming of their progeny. With a little practice you can easily sort the parents out. The children’s names could mean that the parents are pretentious, have a misplaced sense of humour, want their children to struggle, or want them to stand out from the crowd, etc. The names are telling you about THEIR ambitions and neuroses. They’re shouting ‘I bet YOU haven’t got a Portarlington or a Sunrise, have you?’ You really do have to feel sorry for some of the children. When the editor of this august journal becomes Prime Minister - it’s merely a matter of time - his ﬁrst task will be to outlaw the giving of grotesque names to children, or at least to make it easy for the child to choose a sensible name later on. Your name should be how YOU want other people to see you - not a statement of parental hopes and fantasies on your behalf. And now, to cheer us up and take our minds off global warming and the endless recession, we have a royal

baby, one day to be king. But what to call the child? Sadly a missed opportunity. Many readers have sought my philosophical insight on the subject. The names should reflect the fact that this boy will become the leader of the United Kingdom, a land with a diverse population. Surely his names should acknowledge this? So, here are my suggesstions for his parents to consider: Iorwerth, Declan, Seamus, Eachthighearna, Ythel, Imran, Ng. And possibly George. What do these names have in common? [We know that Broadsheep readers like a puzzle.] Yes, you’ve got it: they are all names belonging to regions and cultures within the UK. Quite. But what they also have in common is the absolute certainty that none of them [with the exception of George] will ever find its way onto the royal birth certificate. Prince Iorwerth? King Declan? There is no more chance of a King Declan than a King Wayne. Or a Queen Sunrise. Names are powerful things. An old lady of my acquaintance, the mother of a school chum, asked me once how long we had known one another. Up to this point she had always used my family name. When I replied that it must be a good thirty years she said that it was high time she called me ‘Geoffrey’ [not my name]. At once I felt like a different person: a Geoffrey. They say you are what we eat. You’re also what you’re called. Or perhaps not. Philosopher-in-Residence

JUST WORDS by Roger Kite

A new book by the author of the popular locally-published book, You’re Not From Round Here, Are You? A small collection of things people have been heard to say - sometimes funny, sometimes poignant, often full of wisdom. Available in Presteigne at: The Rowan Tree, Winnie’s Newsagents Workhouse Gallery & Cafe. Grandad’s Shed, Kington ~ Price £3

September

Live and Streamed Events Fri 13 September, 7.30pm

Morrissey 25: Live

Film of Morrissey’s legacy concert in Los Angeles, marking 25 years of his solo career

Tue 17 September, 7.15pm

Turandot

Live opera broadcast from Covent Garden

Thurs 26 September, 7pm

Othello

Live drama broadcast from The National Theatre

September ﬁlms

Man of Steel, Out of the Dark, The Bling Ring, The Deep, We Steal Secrets, Breathe In, The World’s End, Cherchez Hortense, The Big City, Frances Ha,

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art POWYS h.ART 7 - 15 September. Herefordshire’s Open Studio event with open studios, exhibitions and workshops. Many are listed below (in all three counties), but there are many more. www.h-art.org.uk Minerva Arts Centre, Llanidloes SY18 6BY 01686 413467 Until 7 Sept The Quilt Association Summer Show. A mix of antique and contemporary quilts with fabric, books and sundries for sale. There is also a full programme of workshops and talks. Mon-Sat 10.30am-4.30pm, £3.50/£3, www.quilt.org.uk St Michael’s Church, Discoed, near Presteigne 01547 560246 www.discoed.org 7 - 15 Sept h.Art. TAMSIN ABBOTT - stained glass. THELMA AYRE, SEREN BELL, SIMON DORRELL, LOIS HOPWOOD, GUY LESTER - paintings. RUTH KIRKBY - botanical paintings. CAITRIONA CARTWRIGHT - stone carving. TONY HALL tin-glazed ceramics. JONATHAN HEALE - woodcuts. CORINNA KENYON-WADE - porcelain. PATRICIA NORTHCROFT - bronze sculpture. RACHEL PADLEY ceramic bowls. ANNA RAVENSCROFT - etchings. MAX SUFFIELD - paper/ found materials. 11am-5pm. Andrew Logan Museum of Sculpture, Berriew, near Welshpool www.andrewloganmusuem.org 077926 30988 Until 8 Sept Pop Up Gallery at 7 Broad St, Montgomery. Open 10am-4pm. 7 & 8 Sept SHEILA ROCK photographs. Berriew Community Centre, Open 10am-4pm. 7 & 8 Sept ‘Art in the Pews’ LOCAL AND WELSH MARCHES ARTISTS. St Bueno’s Church, Berriew, Open 10am-4pm. Sidney Nolan Trust, Tithe Barn Gallery, The Rodd, Presteigne 01544 260149 www.sidneynolantrust.org 7 - 15 Sept h.Art. 12th Annual Fine Art Prints & Book Arts exhibition, plus sculptor in residence. 22 Sept - 6 Oct ‘High Country Gothic’. DANIEL CRAWSHAW - new paintings - Australia and Snowdonia. 10.30am-5pm. King’s Head Books, High St, Presteigne Sept ‘Art Books’. A lovely selection of art books. Open Mon-Sat 1pm-4pm.

The Old School Gallery, Bleddfa Centre, near Knighton 01547 550377 www.bleddfacentre.com Until 21 Sept ‘Paintings for Contemplation’. JOCK WRIGHT. 28 Sept - 26 Oct ‘Divine Architecture’. KEVIN BLOCKLEY - sculpture. Open Wed-Sun, 2-5pm. Courtyard Antiques, 51 High St, Presteigne 01544 267033 7 - 15 Sept Original art from the last 213 years. Plus an eclectic and interesting collection of ﬁne quality antiques, decorative and quirky items, classic vinyl records and books. Open 10am-4pm or by appointment. No. 46 Wine Bar, High St, Presteigne 01544 267675 Until 2 Sept BETTY TIGHE - line drawings, bold, bright and beautiful canvases are inspired by the natural female form. 7 - 15 Sept h.Art. HOLLIE GOODWIN, CATH HOBBY & TONY JALLAND contemporary lighting and wall pieces. Open Tues-Thurs 10am-10pm, Fri & Sat 10am-11pm, Sun 11am-10pm during h.Art. Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 01686 614555 7 Sept - mid Nov SARA PHILPOTT - paintings. Open theatre times. Hay Makers, St John’s Place, Hay-on-Wye 01497 8200556 Until 14 Sept SEREN BELL - prints. SYLVIA RYAN & VAL SPARKES ceramics. HANNAH WILLOW & JANE BRANNEY - jewellery. 15 Sept - 16 Nov LUCY JADE SYLVESTER - jewellery. HEATHER PRESCOTT - prints. KATHERINE WINFREY - ceramics. TAMSIN ABBOTT - stained glass. Mon-Sat 10.30am-5pm, Sun 11am-4pm. Museum of Modern Art, Machynlleth 01654 703355 Until 7 Sept DAPHNE HURN Until 7 Sept ARTHUR CHARLES KEMP - from the Tabernacle Collection. 7 Sept - 19 Oct ‘The Rocks Remain’. ELIZABETH HAINES - mixed media. 14 Sept - 30 Oct ‘The Three Judges’. The judges from the 2012 Tabernacle Art Competition, WENDY STEPHENS, CATHERINE LEYRELOUP & JANE CHAPMAN - paintings. 14 Sept - 2 Nov ‘Aberystwyth Seascapes’. HOLLY WHITTACKER - lithographs. Mon-Sat 10am-4pm.

Erwood Station Craft Centre & Gallery, Erwood, near Builth Wells 01982 560674 Until 5 Sept ‘Paper to Earth’. JULIA HARRIS - paintings. TRACEY BAKER - sculpture. Plus jewellery, pottery, handmade soaps. Daily 10am-5.30pm. Pen’rallt Gallery Bookshop, Heol Pen’rallt, Machynlleth, SY20 8AJ 01654 700559 Until 4 Sept ‘Stitched stories: Nunca más’ An exhibition of original Chilean arpilleras, or storycloths, to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the military coup in 1973. penralltbooks@gmail.com. Open Sat 10am - 4.30pm, Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri, 10am - 6pm. Plus additional opening during El Sueno Existe Festival Weekend 1st Sept. Window, Broad Street, Hay-on-Wye 079905 92208 Ongoing JEREMY STIFF - sculpture and MENNA ANGHARAD - oil paintings. see www.jemstiff.co.uk & www.mennaangharad.co.uk. Open Tues - Sat 12pm-5pm. Ivy House Gallery, Montgomery 01686 668746 Sept Local artists and locally produced crafts. Open daily 9am-5pm. Radnorshire Museum & Gallery, Temple St, Llandrindod Wells 01597 824513 Until 14 Sept ‘A Life in Painting’. ANTHONY MILLARD. Tues-Sat & Bank Holidays 10am-4pm. The Thomas Shop, Maesyfed, Penybont, Llandrindod Wells 01597 851951 Sept Local arts and crafts, wool emporium, cafe, shop and museum. Open Fri - Sun 10am-5pm. Oriel Davies Gallery, Newtown 01686 625041 Until 4 Sept ‘Be Our Guest’. THOMAS GODDARD plus 30 artists. 14 Sept - 6 Nov ‘Shakti Cymru’. SHARMILA SAMANT. Open Mon-Sat 10am-5pm. Assembly Rooms, Presteigne 01544 260777 7 Sept Arts & Craft Fair. A selection of gifts made by local artisans. 9am-3pm. Tower House Gallery, 29 High St, Knighton 01547 529530 Sept PAM BERRIDGE. The India & China Tea Company. Refreshments available. Wed-Sat 9.30am-5pm. Closed for a few days in Sept & Oct, please check website http://towerhousegallery.blogspot. co.uk/

Manchester House, High St, Presteigne Andrew Davidson, Tinsmithâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Ledbury

Frans Wesselman, Old Chapel Gallery, Pembridge

Will Carr, Wickton Court, Stoke Prior

Ronald Moore, Apple Store Gallery, Hereford

Angie Hughes, Aardvark Books, Brampton Bryan, Bucknell

Mid Wales Arts Centre, Maesmawr Art Gallery, Caersws 01686 688369 Until 27 Oct ‘Past, Present, Future’. New sculpture trail. Carved stone sculptures by 3 generations of master sculptors with local connections: JOHN PADDISON, NICK LLOYD, RHYS JONES, JEAN LAWLEY MAITLAND, SAFFRON WAGHORN AND RICHARD BROWN. Other sculptures by JOHN LAVRIN, DAVID WADE, AMBROSE BURNE, GEMMA HUGHES, MARJA BONADO, DAWN HARRIS AND STEFAN KNAPP. Until 27 Oct ‘Astronomical Landscapes’. CHRIS WILLIAMS - new sculpture made from Welsh wood. Until 20 Oct ‘Food For Thought’. Thurs-Sun 11am-4pm. The Andrew Lamont Gallery, Theatr Brycheiniog, Canal Walk, Brecon 01874 611622 Until 1 Sept THE PICTUREMAKERS. Mon-Sat 9.30am-5pm. The Workhouse Studio, Presteigne Industrial Estate 01544 267864 7 - 15 Sept h.Art. SARA BAMFORD & RACHEL RICKETTS - sculpture. OWEN RIMINGTON - illustrations and prints. SOPHIE JAUNCEY & ANGELA SOULIER - jewellery. Plus interesting and unusual gifts for all. Plus rare antique carpets and kilims. Cafe. Tues-Sat 10am-4pm. Open Mon & Sun 11am-5pm during h.Art. HEREFORDSHIRE h.ART 7 - 15 September. Herefordshire’s Open Studio event with open studios, exhibitions and workshops. Many are listed below (in all three counties), but there are many more. www.h-art.org.uk Dots Gallery, 41 Broad St, Bromyard, HR7 4BT 01885 483458 Original art, ceramics and jewellery. Picture framing. Mon-Sat 10am-4pm. Trumpet Corner Tea Room & Art Studios, Trumpet Crossroads 01531 670082 7 - 15 Sept h.Art. ED ELLIOTT sculpture. ELAINE MASON - fused glass. ALICE GORTON & FIONA PRINGLE - paintings. HANNIKA SUMNER - applied arts. ELIZABETH WATERHOUSE - unique biro drawings. NELL GLOVER - gilded pictures and vessels. SIMON E MEIKLEJOHN - sculpture. Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat & Sun 10am-5pm. Dorstone’s Front Room (across from The Pandy Inn) 01981 550777 Sept DORSTONE CROCHET GROUP. Open Mon-Fri 9am-1pm.

Wickton Court, Stoke Prior 01568 707414 7 - 15 Sept h.Art CELIA JOHNSON, ADRIENNE CRADDOCK, SHELLIE BYATT, NEFFY HENSHER, MARYCLAIRE O’CONNOR, LORENZO GAVARINI - paintings and prints. ADRIAN WHILE - photographs. WILL CARR - outdoor large scale steel sculptures. KIM DAVIS - turned wood. JENNI STUART-ANDERSON recycled ragwork. Open daily 11am-5.30pm. St Bartholomew’s Church, Westhide 01432 850615 7 - 15 Sept h.Art. PENNY VERE oils and acrylics. ROBIN PEERS watercolours. KRISTINA THIMM - acrylics and watercolours. CAROLYN SPILLER - ﬁgurative paintings. RACHEL FENTON painted ceramics. Open daily, 11am-5pm. Greenstage Gallery, Hop Pocket, Bishop’s Frome 01885 490839 7 - 15 Sept h.Art. BETH RICHARDSON, DOUG EATON & JANE ECCLES - paintings. PIERRE WILLIAMS - sculpture. Tues-Sat 10.30am-5.30pm, Sun & Mon 11am-5pm. Lion Gallery, Broad St, Leominster 01568 611898 Sept h.Art ‘Paintings, Pots, Paper and Prints’. HELGA POWELL watercolours. JENNIFER HALL ceramics. SHARON CURTIS - paperwork. SUE BROWN & JANE WALKER - prints. Plus an eclectic mix of English arts and crafts. Mon-Sat 10am-5pm. Marsh Cottage, Yatton, HR6 9TP 01568 770177 7 - 15 Sept h.Art. BRONTË WOODRUFF - monoprints and earth pigments. Informal demonstrations on request. Sun-Fri 10.30am-5.30pm, Sat 10am-6pm. Cafe Salvation, Posterity Reclamation Yard, Ledbury 01531 636380 www.cafesalvation.com 6 & 7, 12 & 14 Sept ‘The Salvation Collective’. CLARE STARCK, GENEVIEVE BELGARD & KATHLEEN MURPHY - paintings, illustrations and stitching. Tobias James Art & Framing Gallery, St Owen St, Hereford 07760 316959 Sept Works by local artists and from artists further aﬁeld. Hereford Arts College, Folly Lane, Hereford 01432 273359 7 - 26 Sept Artist Blacksmithing & Student showcase. Open Mon-Fri 9.30am-4.30pm.

National Trust Croft Castle & Parkland, near Leominster, HR6 9PW 01584 891659 Until 3 Nov ‘Time Will Tell’. A Meadow Arts exhibition of contemporary art. Shellhouse Gallery, 36 The Homend, Ledbury 01531 632557 Until 3 Sept SUNNY TODD - screen prints. 7 - 15 Sept JAMES CALDICOTT sculpture. 7 - 28 Sept h.Art. ANDREA McLEAN & MICHAEL JOHNSON - paintings and prints. Open Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 11am-5pm. Weavers Gallery, Church Lane, Ledbury, HR8 1DW 3 - 15 Sept SERENDIPITY - mixed media. 23 - 29 Sept THE WEDNESDAY GROUP - textiles. Open daily, 10am-5pm. St Mary Magdalene Church, Eardisley 01544 327614 7 - 15 Sept h.Art. BRONTË WOODRUFF, JULIENNE BRAHAM, JASON BRAHAM, ANTHEA STILLWELL, PETER STILLWELL, RICHARD GREATREX, ROS PRICEJONES & KIM DAVIS. Daily 11am-5pm. Tinsmiths, Tinsmiths Alley, 8A High St, Ledbury 01531 632083 7 Sept - 12 Oct ANDREW DAVIDSON - textiles and prints. Open Tues-Sat 10am-5pm. An Acre of Art, Kings Meadow, Wigmore HR6 9UX 07792 543350 7 - 15 Sept High quality original art and jewellery by SHANNON DONOVAN, ANDREW EASTWOOD, NICOLA HAIGH, JANE KEAY, PHIL LANE, JULES McROBBIE, HELGA POWELL, RACHEL RICKETTS, ADRIAN SHIEL, MARY SIMPSON, LIVE THRANE, GEOFFREY VAUGHAN & CAROLYN WATSON. Open 11am-6pm daily. Hereford Museum & Art Gallery, Broad St., Hereford 01432 260692 Until 1 Sept ‘River Life: Angling on the Wye’. 7 Sept - 30 Oct h.Art, The Herefordshire Open. Showcasing and celebrating the work of Herefordshire artists. Tues-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm. All Saints Church Cafe, Hereford 01432 370414 2 - 7 Sept Love Zimbabwe. 9 - 14 Sept HEREFORD LEISURE PAINTERS. 16 - 21 Sept PEDLAR’S TRAY. 23 - 28 Sept JAN BISHOP. 30 Sept - 5 Oct GUILD OF HEREFORDSHIRE CRAFTSMEN. Open Mon-Sat 9.30am-5.30pm.

Leominster Library 01432 383290 3 - 20 Sept CAROL JAUNCEY. 3 - 27 Sept MARCHES SCRIBES. Open Tues & Fri 9am-5.30pm, Wed & Thurs 9am-7.30pm, Sat 9.30am-4pm, closed Mon. Market House Heritage Centre, Ross-on-Wye 01432 260675 Sept Various arts and crafts from local artists. Open Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10.30am-4pm. Chained Library, Hereford Cathedral 01432 374225 28 Sept - 31 Dec ‘A Stitch In Time; Wool’s Mark on History’. A varied collection of exhibits to showcase the story of wool. Open Mon-Sat 10am5pm, closed Sun. The Courtyard, Hereford 01432 340555 Until 1 Sept The Picturemakers is a collective of ﬁfteen visual artists, based in Mid-Wales. 6 - 20 Sept ‘The A49 Limes’. Throughout the year ALLOY JEWELLERS - exciting range of jewellery and silverware. Open theatre times. Mike Gell, Contemporary British Jewellery, 3 East Street, Hereford. 01432 278226 Jewellery, silverware and studio glass by more than 80 designers. Open Mon - Sat 10am-5pm.

Parkﬁelds Gallery, Ross-on-Wye 01989 565266 Sept h.Art WALTER KEELER ceramics & FRANCES ST. CLAIR MILLER - prints. Plus new work by gallery artists. Open Mon-Sat 10am-5pm. Monnow Valley Arts, Middle Hunt House, Walterstone, Hereford, HR2 0DY 01873 860529 Until 1 Sept ‘Resistance Re-imagined’. RICHARD GREATREX - photographs from his version of Owen Sheers’ book set in the Olchon valley. Until 1 Sept RICHARD BAVIN new watercolours. 7 Sept - 27 Oct ‘The Dodo is Dead: Long Live the Dodo’. RALFE WHISTLER - sculpture and memorabilia. 7 Sept - 27 Oct ‘Words Set Free’. An eclectic mix of materials by professional lettering artists on the theme of Free Speech. Open Wed - Fri 11am-5pm, weekends 2pm-5pm. Ross Library, Ross-on-Wye 01432 383280 Sept JOHN KYRLE HIGH SCHOOL - art display. Open Mon, Wed & Thurs 9am-5pm, Tues 9am-7pm, Fri 9am-3pm, Sat 9.30am-1pm.

Worcester City Art Gallery & Museum, Foregate St, Worcester 01905 25371 14 Sept - 12 Oct SOCIETY OF ARTISTS. Many of the paintings and ceramics by local artists are for sale. Until 2 Nov ‘A Pint In The Museum’. History of Worcester’s pubs and publicans. Open Tues-Sat 10.30am-4.30pm. Old Chapel Gallery, Pembridge 01544 388842 6 Sept - 31 Oct h.Art. New work by: JOY WILLIAMS- acrylic on board and wood panel, FRANS WESSELMAN - etchings, stained glass, paintings SUMAR SARAFF - paintings CHRIS BESTALL - photographs SUE SHARP - ceramics. Plus a gorgeous range of jewellery. Throughout the summer Garden Sculpture. Work in a variety of media to include stoneware, stone resin, forged iron and carved stone. Mon-Sat 11am-5pm, Sun 11am-4pm. Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells 01584 811442 21 Sept ‘A Celebration In Flowers’. TENBURY WELLS FLORAL ART CLUB, 40th anniversary show. Open 11am-4.30pm, free.

St Peter’s Church, Hereford, HR1 2DL 7 - 30 Sept h.Art. Herefordshire Young Open. Open 11am-5pm. Blue Ginger Gallery, Home End Farm, Stiffords Bridge, Cradley 01886 880140 Sept h.art. MARIE THERESE KING - batik. JO DEWAR - wire-work jewellery and sculpture. KENJI LIM - paintings. CAROL JAMES silverﬁsh. Plus demonstrations, workshops and talks throughout the month. Open Wed-Sun 10am-5pm. During h.Art, daily. The Studio, Barnﬁeld Farm, Pudleston, Leominster, HR6 0RB 01568 750283 7 - 15 Sept h.Art venue 43. SILVIA PASTORE. Open Mon-Thurs 11am-6pm, Fri-Sun 11am-8pm or by appointment. Apple Store Gallery 3 Bridge St, Hereford 01432 378436 3 - 28 Sept h.Art. ‘Herefordshire & The Borders’. Local artists’ work.Tues-Fri, 9.30am-4.30pm, Sat 10am-1pm. SHROPSHIRE h.ART 7 - 15 September. Herefordshire’s Open Studio event with open studios, exhibitions and workshops. Many are listed below (in all three counties), but there are many more. www.h-art.org.uk

THE GALLERY, 32 High St, Bishop’s Castle 01588 630555 Contemporary arts and crafts including glass, ceramics, metal and wood, textiles, paintings, prints and jewellery. Thurs-Sat 11am-5pm.

Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury 01743 281281 Until 14 Sept ‘Photographing Shropshire’. WHITCHURCH PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY. Open Mon-Sat 11am-7pm.

Assembly Rooms, Ludlow 01584 878141 6 Sept - 18 Oct ‘Pink Lady Food Photographer of the Year’. A vibrant exhibition showcasing the art of photographing food: from cooking and celebrations, to farming, selling and much more. Open theatre times.

The Hive, 5 Belmont, Shrewsbury 01743 234970 Until 9 Sept ‘Views of Shropshire’. DANNY BEATH - photographs. 22 Sept Hive Bazaar, showcasing the best of Shropshire’s independent traders. Open Tues - Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-1pm.

The Chapel, Ashford Carbonel 01584 831343 7 - 15 Sept h.Art JONATHAN ADAMS - oil paintings. Open 11am-5pm.

The Old Surgery Gallery, 11 High St, Clun, Craven Arms 01588 640506 Until 9 Sept The Summer Exhibition with SOPHIE BIGNALL, JACQUELINE FLETCHER, TIM NASH, JANIS GOODMAN, DAVID HARBAN, PAUL HIPKISS, JOHN SCOTT MARTIN, NOEL SHEPHERDSON, ANN-MONIQUE STELLINGA, JACQUE WAKELY, DAVID WHITE & GORDON YAPP. Ceramics by RALPH JANDRELL & ANDREW MATHESON with jewellery by LIN BROWN. From 11 Sept ‘Tim Nash and Friends’. Also including BRIAN FLETCHER, PAUL HIPKISS, ANN-MONIQUE STELLINGA AND DAVID WHITE WITH CERAMICS BY RALPH JANDRELL AND JEWELLERY, LIN BROWN. Open daily.

Vicki Norman Studio, 12a Moat St, Bridgnorth 07761 017468 Sept Summer exhibition. A selection of artworks from local artists. Open Thurs & Fri 10am-4pm. Aardvark Books, The Bookery, Manor Farm, Brampton Bryan, Bucknell 01547 530888 7 - 15 Sept h.Art. BOBBY BRITNELL, RUTH ISSETT, ROSIE READ, ANN PATERSON, MARIETTA ALKER, THE FFEISTY FFELTERS, ADAM WATSON, ANGIE HUGHES & DRUSILLA COLE - all different aspects of textiles. Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm.

Come and hire a bike and tour the h ART venues around Presteigne

Twenty Twenty Gallery, 3-4 High St, Much Wenlock, TF13 6AA 01952 727952 Until 7 Sept Coast Exhibition. ALEX MALCOLMSON, DENNIS FARRELL. 14 Sept - 12 Oct Autumn Mixed Landscape exhibition. GERALD DEWSBURY, ANDY WAITE and more. Open 10am-5pm, closed Sundays. Chapel Lawn Village Hall, SY7 0BW 01547 528546 www.redlakevalleyartists.co.uk 13 - 15 Sept REDLAKE VALLEY ARTISTS. 17 local artist/makers showing paintings, drawings, sculpture, photography, hand-made books. Open Fri 10am-8pm, Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 10am-4pm. Artist demonstrations will also take place in nearby St Mary’s Church on Sat and Sun. Programme TBC. See website for updates. Teas, coffees and light refreshments, free, images@sarahjameson.co.uk Sandford Gallery, 1 Sandford Place, Church Stretton www.sandfordgallery.org Sept Gallery artists ROS BURNS, DI PURSER, GILL CROZIER, DAVID MACE, TONY PURSER & STEPHEN VICARY. Open Fri-Mon 11am-5pm. Silk Top Hat Gallery, Quality Square, Ludlow 01584 875363 6 Sept - 5 Oct ‘Nocturnal Encounters’. and other work. COLIN SEEPAYNTON - wood engravings. Meet the artist on 21 Sept, 11am-4pm. 6 Sept - 5 Oct ANNA RAVENSCROFT - etchings. 6 Sept - 5 Oct Isaac Smart’s Showcase SARA WITHERS - jewellery. PHILIP NELSON - decoy carving. Mon-Sat 10am-5pm.

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

CREATIVE WILLOW Weekly classes exploring willow weaving techniques for basketmaking, garden structures and sculpture. Gladestry, Clyro and Builth Wells. Also one and two day workshops throughout the year. Mary Zammit, 01982 552072, mary@marywillowgarden.co.uk ART WORKSHOPS FOR YOUNG PEOPLE Are you 11 - 18 years old? Try our Free Art sessions? On Wednesdays 4-6pm. Free. With different art techniques by local artists. Teme Valley Youth Project, Wigmore. Email: youthtvyp1@yahoo.co.uk, or call 01568 770110.

ALEX ALLPRESS POTTERY THROWING LESSONS Workshops throwing one-on-one, slab and coil techniques. Pottery parties, all skills and ages. 14 years teaching experience. Pretty family pottery studio. Group booking of up to 12. Quotes and bookings 01597 860127, alex@alexallpress.co.uk. The Lion House, Newbridge on Wye. PRINTMAKING AND CREATIVE WORKSHOPS Day, weekend and weekly courses in Lino cutting, Etching, Drypoint, Embossing and Monoprint. Courses also available in collage, papermaking and left-handed knitting for beginners. Contact Rebecca Davis, Almeley, Herefordshire, atelier.r00@gmail.com 01544 340688. RECYCLED GLASS GIFT WORKSHOPS @ TEN GREEN BOTTLES Particularly suitable for children. Learn how to make a pendant from locally sourced recycled glass. £4 per workshop. Glass light catcher and card making workshops also available, just phone for prices. Enjoy idyllic surroundings; gain skills and take away your own creation. Have a peek at our textiles and handmade paper departments and see our shop. Ten Green Bottles, Brookside Farm, New Radnor, 9am-5pm, phone for dates 01544 350565. Thurs 5 September HERITAGE OPEN DAY Cellar and attic tour, meet the Victorian banker. Old House, Hereford, 11am-4pm, 01432 260694. Fri 13 September RAG RUG MAKING WORKSHOP Hooking and progging. Rural Crafts Centre, Myriad Organics, 22 Corve St, Ludlow, 10am-4pm, £45, 01568 750229, jenni.ragrugs@freeuk.com Sat 21 September RAG RUG MAKING WORKSHOP Progging and plaiting with Jenni Stuart-Anderson. Acton Scott Historic Working Farm, 10am-4pm, £50, cafe on site, 01694 781307. Thurs 19 September SHOOTING LANDSCAPES: A PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP With John Rux-Burton. The MAP Centre, The Old Police Station, Market Hall St, Kington, 2pm, £5, www.kingtonwalks.org. Part of Kington Walking Festival.

Fri 20 September LANDSCAPE SKETCHES AND STUDIES Led by Eva Dutton. Develop your observational skills in the beautiful surroundings of the Shropshire Hills. Material needed includes sketch pads, pencils, pens, charcoals or any drawing or sketching medium that you feel comfortable using. Also bring wellies, a change of shoes and a packed lunch. The Bales, Brynmawr Farm, SY7 8QU, 10.30am – 4.30pm, £40. To book contact jackyharrison51@hotmail.com, or phone 01588 630666, 07789 488657. www.clunvalleyorganics.co.uk. Sat 21 September ALL DAY FELTING WORKSHOP With Nicola Knapton and Karen Gomm. Mid Wales Arts Centre, Caersws, 10am, £40 including materials, 01686 688369. Sat 28 & Sun 29 September EASTNOR POTTERY POTTER’S WHEEL WEEKEND WORKSHOP Spend the weekend relaxing and creating pots on the potter’s wheel. £190 Includes all materials, refreshments and lunch. Please tel 01531 633886 or email admin@eastnorpottery.co.uk.

ART & ARTISAN Specialist Bookshop Books on Art Architecture Design Fashion, Textiles Gardens & Gardening also

Persephone & Eland books 26 High Street, Bishop’s Castle, Shropshire SY9 5BQ

01588 630435

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SILVIA PASTORE STUDIO EXHIBITION h.Art 2013 ~ Site 43 SAT 7th to SUN 15th SEPTEMBER Open Monday - Thursday 11am - 6pm Friday - Sunday 11am - 8pm or by appointment

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BarnďŹ eld Farm, Pudleston, Leominster, HR6 0RB T: 01568 750283 silvia@silviapastore.com www.silviapastore.com

Sat 5 & 12 October TWO DAY CERAMIC WORKSHOP Led by Sue Garratt. Make a pot/vase/sculpture and glaze it. Participate in sawdust ﬁring. Off The Wall Workshops, The White House, Llangarron, Ross-on-Wye, 01989 770776.

September ASSEMBLY ROOMS WORKSHOPS Sat - SmART, art and craft club for 8-14 years, 10.30am-12.30pm, £35 per term, Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 01584 878141. September FAMILY POTTERY FUN Simply email admin@eastnorpottery.co.uk or telephone 01531 633886 to book a session, turn up and choose from an exciting menu of pottery projects using real clay. No minimum order of participants required and projects start at just £5 a head. Great for individuals, families and friends. September ANDREW LOGAN MUSEUM WORKSHOPS 7 & 8 Sept - Drop In & Draw, with local artists, 10am-4pm, £5/£2.50. 7 Sept - Jewellery Workshop with Andrew Logan at Berriew Community Centre, 10am-4pm, £30/£20. 7 Sept - Sewing Workshop with Diane Logan. Bring a wool jumper and up-cycle it into a new look, machines provided at Berriew Community Centre, 10am-4pm, £20/£15. 8 Sept - Life Drawing with Stephen West at Old School Hall, Berriew, 10.30am-4.30pm, £12/£8. 8 Sept - Mask Making with Esther Thorpe at Berriew Community Centre, 10am-12pm & 2pm-4pm, £5/£2.50. 8 Sept - Collage Workshop with Lyn Evans at Berriew Community Centre, 10am-4pm, £20/£15. Andrew Logan Museum of Sculpture, Berriew, 07792 630988.www.andrewloganmuseum.org/events September SIDNEY NOLAN SCULPTURE PROGRAMME 12, 19 & 26 Sept - Evening Stone Carving Course with tutor, David Walker, 6-8pm, £15 per evening, course fee £40, includes stone; tools provided, booking essential. 15 Sept - Identifying Fine Art Prints, talk, 2pm, free, but please book. 28 & 29 Sept - Book Arts Weekend Workshop with tutor Lin Charlston, 10am-4pm, £80. The Rodd, Presteigne, 01544 260149, www.sidneynolantrust.org

Mondays & Wednesdays KNITTING CLUB & CRAFT CLUB Trumpet Corner Tea Rooms, Trumpet Crossroads, Ledbury, £3 per session + materials if needed, 07813 350826. Wednesdays POTTERY CLUB All ages and abilities welcome. Materials and refreshments included. Mid Wales Arts Centre, Caersws, near Newtown, 7-9pm, £7 per session, 01686 688369. Wednesdays KNITTING GROUP At the Workhouse Cafe, Presteigne, 2-4pm, 10% discount on food and drinks. All welcome, 01544 267864.

arts & crafts ASSEMBLY ROOMS, PRESTEIGNE

Sat 7TH september 9.30AM-3.30PM LOCAL ARTISTs WORKING WITH WOOD, WILLOW, WOOL, STONE, PAPER and silver Tea & vegan cakes for details contact RosAmund 01544 260777

cinema ABERGAVENNY FILM SOC. 25 Sept CONVERSATIONS WITH MY GARDENER 9 Oct A LATE QUARTET All showings at Drama Centre, Penypound, Abergavenny, 7.30pm, 01600 780263, www.abergavennyﬁlmsociety.com

27 Sept & 2 Oct OUT IN THE DARK (15) 28 & 30 Sept PERCY JACKSON: SEA OF MONSTERS (PG) 28 Sept - 2 Oct THE GREAT GATSBY (12A) Details 01432 340555.

ASSEMBLY ROOMS, LUDLOW 2 & 3 Sept MAN OF STEEL (12A) 4 & 5 Sept OUT IN THE DARK (15) 6 & 7 Sept THE BLING RING (15) 9 & 10 Sept THE DEEP (DJUPIO) (12A) 11 & 14 Sept WE STEAL SECRETS: THE STORY OF WIKILEAKS (15) 16 & 18 Sept BREATHE IN (15) 19 & 20 Sept THE WORLD’S END (15) 23 & 24 Sept CHERCHEZ HORTENSE (12A) 25 Sept THE BIG CITY (MAHANAGAR) (U) 28 & 29 Sept FRANCES HA (15) 1 & 2 Oct BLANCANIEVES (12A) 4, 5 & 7 Oct THE LONE RANGER (12A) Details 01584 878141

BISHOP’S CASTLE FILM SOC. 18 Sept ARGO 2 Oct I WISH All ﬁlms at The Three Tuns, Bishop’s Castle, 8pm. Details 01588 680445

BRECON FILM SOCIETY 2 Sept THE SPIRIT OF ‘45 7 Oct I’M SO EXCITED (LOS AMANTES PASAJEROS) (15) At Brecon Coliseum Cinema. Doors open at 7.15pm, start at 7.30pm, 01874 623166

COURTYARD, HEREFORD

Until 3 Sept MONSTERS UNIVERSITY (U) Until 3 Sept ROMEO AND JULIET (PG) 2 & 3 Sept STORIES WE TELL (12A) 2 & 3 Sept PLAY (PG) 3 - 10 Sept THE MOO MAN (U) 3 - 5 Sept NOW YOU SEE ME (12A) 7 - 12 Sept THE LONE RANGER (12A) 7 & 10 Sept CLEOPATRA (PG) 13 - 17 Sept THE BLING RING (15) 14 & 15 Sept THE SMURFS 2 (U) 14 - 19 Sept BLANCANIEVES (12A) 16 & 17 Sept THE ENIGMA OF KASPAR HAUSER (PG) 22 & 23 Sept FROM UP ON POPPY HILL (U) 23 - 26 Sept SUMMER IN FEBRUARY (15) 23 & 24 Sept THE ACT OF KILLING (15) 27 Sept - 2 Oct ABOUT TIME (12A)

2 Sept ZERO DARK THIRTY (15) The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock 08448 700887 2 Sept QUARTET (12A) Pattingham VH 01902 700586 4 Sept QUARTET (12A) Cardington VH 01694 771295 5 Sept LES MISERABLES 2012 (12A) Brilley VH 01544 327227 6 Sept LES MISERABLES (2012) (12A) Dorstone VH 01981 550451 6 Sept LES MISERABLES (2012) (12A) Colwall VH 01684 540926 6 Sept SONG FOR MARION (PG) Fownhope New Memorial Hall 01432 860717 6 Sept LES MISERABLES (2012) (12A) Kelsall Methodist Hall 01829 752548 6 Sept LES MISERABLES (2012) (12A) The Simpson Hall, Burghill 01432 812238 7 Sept LINCOLN (12A) Clifton on Teme VH 01886 812238 7 Sept THE GREAT GATSBY (12A) Cleobury Mortimer Parish Hall 01299 270830

7 Sept STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS (12A) Playhouse Cinema, Community Centre, Leominster 01568 612583 9 Sept HYDE PARK ON HUDSON (12A) The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock 08448 700887 10 Sept LOVE IS ALL YOU NEED (15) St Mary’s Church Hall, Ross-on-Wye 01989 720341 11 Sept LIFE OF PI (PG) Cuddington and Sandiway VH 01989 720341 11 Sept SONG FOR MARION (PG) Market Theatre, Ledbury 01531 633760 12 Sept SUMMER IN FEBRUARY (15) SpArC, Bishop’s Castle 01588 630321 13 Sept QUARTET (12A) Clungunford Parish Hall 01588 660159 13 Sept QUARTET (12A) Little Dewchurch VH 01432 840333 13 Sept IN THE HOUSE (15) Market Theatre, Ledbury 01531 633760 13 Sept UNDER MILK WOOD (15) St Peter’s Church, Cowleigh 01684 438692 13 Sept LINCOLN (12A) Bodenham Parish Hall 01568 797451 14 Sept OZ THE GREAT AND POWERFUL (PG) Eastham Memorial Hall 01584 781255 14 Sept LINCOLN (12A) Clun Memorial Hall 01588 640254 14 Sept MRS CALDICOT’S CABBAGE WAR (12A) Bayston Hill Memorial Hall 01743 247933 14 Sept THE GREAT GATSBY (12A) Lady Emily Hall, Tarrington 01432 890720 16 Sept BROKEN CITY (15) The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock 08448 700887 18 Sept SONG FOR MARION (PG) Escleyside Hall, Michaelchurch Escley 01981 510696

FRANCES HA (Cert 15) Frances (Greta Gerwig, TO ROME WITH LOVE), a disorganised second stringer in a struggling New York ballet company, shares a quirky humour and an apartment with best friend, Sophie (Mickey Sumner, THE BORGIAS). When Sophie moves in with her boyfriend, Frances can’t cover the rent and so begins an awkward odyssey of ﬂeeting friendships and sofa-surﬁng during which her eccentricity and well-meant pratfalls proliferate. A lonely weekend in Paris proves a nadir for the self-confessed ‘undatable’ 28 year-old from which the only way is up, albeit with wryly unpredictable consequences. Noah Baumbach (THE SQUID AND THE WHALE) shot this moving, often toecurling funny tale in monochrome which lends his clever, wordy narrative added resonance, and Gerwig’s and Sumner’s subtle yet spirited performances amply justify their critical acclaim as rising stars. All reviews by Mark Williams

Mid BORDER ARTS SATURDAY 28 SEPTEMBER

TIN ROCKET

Starring Niki McCretton

Huw Morris Unique Garden Buildings & Benches all made from locally sourced and reclaimed materials

A welcome return of this talented performer whose work is delightfully quirky and inventive. Awarding winning Niki McCretton posesses a charm which enables her work to be enjoyed by everyone, of all ages. Tin Rocket is an evening of comedy, stand up, space travel and scones! Highly recommended. www.nikimccretton.com Assembly Rooms, Presteigne 7.30pm £8/£6 from www.wegottickets and in person from No. 46 Wine Bar. Garﬁeld Weston Foundation

Presteigne & Norton Town Council

Tel: 01547 560225 Mob: 07980 116847 www.designswithnature.co.uk

THE LONE RANGER (Cert 12A) The director and star of the PIRATES OF THE CARRIBEAN franchise march forward in time to update the legend of THE LONE RANGER, with Johnny Depp uncannily inhabiting the character of faithful sidekick Tonto. Introduced as a washed-up sideshow oddity, Tonto reluctantly recalls how John Reid transmuted into the wrongrighting masked hero and his subsequent account forms the basis of the Gore Verbinski’s beautifully realised ﬁlm. Perhaps u n s u r p r i s i n g l y, i t e m b r a c e s m a n y staggering set-pieces, kicking-off with bandits derailing a train transporting their notorious leader to the gallows. Arnie Hammer (THE SOCIAL NETWORK) is suitably upstanding as the Ranger/Reid although his past is revealed as less noble than imagined and Tom Wilkinson, William Fichtner and Ruth Wilson contribute strong supporting roles. Ultimately however, this is Depp’s ﬁlm.

18 Sept QUARTET (12A) Pencombe Parish Hall 01885 400611 18 Sept SONG FOR MARION (PG) Myddle VH 01939 291030 19 Sept SONG FOR MARION (PG) Claverley VH 01746 710528 19 Sept QUARTET (12A) Kinnerley Parish Hall 01691 682282 19 Sept QUARTET (12A) Gorsley VH 01989 720358 20 Sept A LATE QUARTET (15) Weston under Penyard 01989 562390 20 Sept QUARTET (12A) Dorstone VH 01981 550451 20 Sept QUARTET (12A) Shifnal VH 01952 462787 20 Sept I GIVE IT A YEAR (15) Priest Weston VH 01938 561425 23 Sept PARIS-MANHATTAN (PG) The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock 08448 700887 24 Sept SONG FOR MARION (PG) Loppington VH 01939 236240 26 Sept QUARTET (12A) Almeley VH 01544 327195 26 Sept LIFE OF PI (PG) Much Birch Community Hall 01981 580298 27 Sept QUARTET (12A) Market Theatre, Ledbury 01531 633760 27 Sept LES MISERABLES (2012) (12A) Marton VH 01938 561645 27 Sept QUARTET (12A) Stoke Prior VH 01568 760326 28 Sept QUARTET (12A) Withington Parish Room 01743 709236 28 Sept THE GREAT GATSBY (12A) Yarpole VH 01568 780253 28 Sept IN LOVE WITH ALMA COGAN (12A) Tasley Parish Room 01746 764881 30 Sept SONG FOR MARION (PG) The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock 08448 700887 2 Oct LIFE OF PI (PG) Cardington VH 01694 771295 3 Oct THE GREAT GATSBY (12A) SpArC, Bishop’s Castle 01588 630321

4 Oct QUARTET (12A) Kelsall Methodist Hall 01829 752548 4 Oct PRIVATE PEACEFUL (12A) Fownhope New Memorial Hall 01432 860717 4 Oct SILVER LININGS PLAYBOOK (15) Market Theatre, Ledbury 01531 633760 4 Oct QUARTET (12A) Simpson Hall, Burghill 01432 760816 5 Oct BONANZA FILM NIGHT Featuring Down From The Black Hill. Resistance Reimagined. Real Life on the Black Mountains. Craswall - Lives and Landscapes Under The Black Hill. Escleyside Hall, Michaelchurch Escley, 6.45pm, 01981 510696 5 Oct BEHIND THE CANDELABRA (15) Clun Memorial Hall 01588 640254

THE IGLOO, BERRIEW 4 Sept RURAL IMAGES SHORTS 4 Sept THE BRITISH GUIDE TO SHOWING OFF 5 Sept HERE AND NOW SHORTS 5 Sept I AM DIVINE 5 Sept HAIRSPRAY 6 Sept PUSHING 360° 7 Sept RURAL IMAGES SHORTS 7 Sept HERE AND NOW SHORTS 7 Sept IMAGES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE 7 Sept PUSHING 360° 7 Sept KOYAANISQATSI 8 Sept EXPLORING PHOTOGRAPHS 8 Sept PUSHING 360° 8 Sept GAMING EXPERIENCE Drive in the Igloo and Augmented Reality. At Andrew Logan Museum of Sculpture, Berriew, near Welshpool, 07813 885906

MONTGOMERY MOVIE CLUB 10 Oct LES MISERABLES (12A) 8pm, The Dragon Hotel, Montgomery, 01686 668442

OLD MKT. HALL, SHREWS. 2 - 4 Sept THE BLING RING (15) 5 Sept CLEOPATRA (PG) 6 - 12 Sept THE WAY, WAY BACK (12A) 13 - 15 Sept FRANCES HA (15) 15 Sept PETER GRIMES ON ALDEBURGH BEACH (PG) 16 - 18 Sept FOXFIRE (15) 13 - 19 Sept LOVE IS ALL YOU NEED (15) 20 - 30 Sept & 1 - 3 Oct DIANA 4 - 10 Oct ABOUT TIME (12A) Details 01743 281281

PRESTEIGNE FILM SOC. 20 Sept A LATE QUARTET (15) Assembly Rooms, Presteigne, 8pm, 01544 370202 or 01544 260577

REGAL CINEMA, TENBURY 2 & 3 Sept NO YOU SEE ME (ctba) 3 & 4 Sept BEHIND THE CANDELABRA (15) 5 Sept PETER GRIMES ON ALDEBURGH BEACH (12A) 9 - 11 Sept THE LONE RANGER (12A) 16 & 17 Sept THE MOO MAN (ctbc) 18 Sept A FIELD IN ENGLAND (15) 23 - 25 Sept THE WORLD’S END (ctbc) 30 Sept & 1 Oct RED 2 (ctbc) Regal Cinema, 47 - 49 Teme Street, Tenbury Wells. Details 01584 811442

WYESIDE, BUILTH WELLS 1, 3 - 8 Sept PLANES 1, 3 - 5 Sept KICK-ASS 2 6 - 8 & 10 Sept THE FROZEN GROUND 8, 11 & 12 Sept THE MOO MAN 10 - 12 Sept NOW YOU SEE ME 13 - 15, 18 & 19 Sept WE’RE THE MILLERS 13 - 15, 17 - 19 Sept ELYSIUM 20 - 22 & 24 Sept THE MORTAL INSTRUMENTS: CITY OF BONES 21 & 22 Sept FROM UP ON POPPY HILL 22 & 25 Sept BLANCANIEVES 24 - 26 Sept BREATHE IN 27 - 29 Sept ABOUT TIME 28 & 29 Sept WADJDA Details 01982 552555

LIVE EVENTS ON SCREEN 8 Sept MORRISEY 25: LIVE Recorded in LA in March. Old Market Hall, Shrewsbury, 01743 281281. 13 Sept MORRISSEY 25: LIVE Recorded in LA in March. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7.30pm, £10, 01584 878141. 17 Sept TURANDOT Live from The Royal Opera House, Covent Garden. Market Theatre, Ledbury, 7.15pm, 01432 383663.

LOVE IS ALL YOU NEED (Cert 15) Is it really autumn already? It is? Then hurrah, it’s time to resurrect Film Soc. Corner! And although Flicks In The Sticks isn’t exactly a club, it does exactly what it says on the tin, as indeed does this latest from the generally rather earnest Susanne Bier (the Oscar-winning IN A BETTER WORLD) who nonetheless exhibits her considerable capacity for surprise, not least of which is Pierce Brosnan playing a testy fruit’n’veg mogul whose son is getting married in Sorrento but leads an otherwise all-Scandinavian cast. En route he quite literally bumps into recovering cancer victim and mother of the bride (Tryne Dyrholm), but due to sibling jealousy, spousal death and rampant inﬁdelity, theirs isn’t an obvious pairing. In his best outing since Polanski’s THE GHOST, Brosnan clearly has a ball, the chemistry between the two leads is palpable and in creating this highly entertaining grown-up rom-com, Bier seems energised by the narrative departure she’s taken. Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 7.15pm, 01584 811442. SpArC, Bishop’s Castle, 7.15pm, 01588 630321. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7.15pm, 01584 878141. Wyeside, Builth Wells, 7.15pm, 01982 552555. 20 Sept THE TAMING OF THE SHREW Recording from The Globe Theatre, London. Wyeside, Builth Wells, 2pm, 01982 552555. 26 Sept OTHELLO The National Theatre live. Wyeside, Builth Wells, 7pm, 01982 552555.

Blake Theatre, Monmouth, 7pm, 01600 719410. Aston on Clun VH, 7pm, 01588 660493. SpArC, Bishop’s Castle, 7pm, 01588 630321. The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock 7pm, 08448 700887. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7pm, 01584 878141.

3 Oct MEPHISTOPHELES The San Francisco Opera House, delayed live streaming. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 6.30pm, £16/£15, 01584 878141. 4 Oct EUGENE ONEGIN Met Opera live. Blake Theatre, Monmouth, 5.55pm, 01600 719410.

WORKSHOPS

Wednesdays INTERMEDIATE FILM MAKING Aimed for those with slightly more advanced skills than beginners. The Courtyard, Hereford, 5-7pm, £70 per term, 01432 340555. Thursdays BEGINNER FILM MAKING CLUB Learn to direct, edit and star in your own ﬁlm. Courtyard, Hereford, 5-7pm, £70 per term, 01432 340555.

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Dance Workshops

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Tues 24 September STREET DANCE With Revel Dance. A high energy urban dance class fusing classic hip hop with street jazz. SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle, for ages 6-10 years, 5-5.50pm, for ages 10-14 6-6.50pm, £4, 01588 630321. Starting Wed 25 September A TASTE OF SALSA Everyone is welcome and it does not matter if you have never danced before as we will show you the basic steps and easy moves. Titley Village Hall, beginners class starts at 6.30pm. For further information contact Diana/Geoff on tel no 01544 260703 or email dandgsaunton@hotmail. co.uk Fri 27 September, 18 October, 8 November & 13 December FOLK DANCING FROM ARGENTINA Fun and easy dances to learn. Everyone welcome. Clehonger Village Hall, 8pm, £8, www.wyetango.weebly. com, 07770 686792. DANCE CLASSES AT GYM & TONIC, HAY-ON-WYE Creative, contemporary and street dance classes. Learning new routines, creating own dances and the chance to perform. Saturdays: 8-11 yrs 9.15am-10.15am. 3-7 yrs 10.30am-11.15am. 12-16 yrs 11.30am-12.30pm. Please contact Lauren on: 07825 914493 to ﬁnd out more or to book a place. BELLYDANCE CLASSES WITH ALANYA Presteigne, St Andrew’s Hall, Mondays 8.00-9.30pm. Open Level. Leominster, Bodenham Parish Hall, Thursdays 7.309.00pm Improvers/ Returners. £25.00 per 5-week block or £7.00 pay-as-you-go. For information & other classes/ workshops. www.alanyabellydance.com or call Abbie on 07962 161081.

Mon BREAKDANCE With 2Faced Dance Company. 4-5pm 4-7 year olds, 5-6pm. 7-11 year olds, 6.15-7.15pm 11+ year olds. The Courtyard, Hereford, 01432 276807. Tues DANCE @ THE COURTYARD Contemporary Dance for Adults 6.30-7.30pm, £48 per term or £5 per week. Junior Youth Dance for ages 7-11 4.15-5.15pm, Senior Youth Dance for ages 12-18 5.15-6.15pm, 01905 611199. Tues DANCE FACTORY All styles of dance, jazz, hip-hop, street and contemporary for ages 6-11 years old. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 5.30-6.30pm, £20 per half term, 07504 860774. Weds CIRCLE DANCING Leominster Community Centre 2.00-3.30pm All levels welcome, £4 per session. Transition Leominster 01568 620180. Thurs DANCE IN HAY Dance class for the over 50’s. Gentle but vigorous dance session. Phone Mely if interested 01497 820991. Thurs URBAN DANCE CLUB WITH 2FACED DANCE COMPANY Ages 7-11 years 4-5pm, ages 11+ 5-6pm. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 01584 813711. Fri CHANCE TO DANCE A gentle programme of creative dance for the over 50s. The Courtyard, Hereford, 10.15am-11.15pm, £3.50 per session, 01432 340555. Fri DANCING TOTS Drop-in sessions. No need to book. The Courtyard, Hereford. 11.30am-12.15pm, £4, £1 for an additional child, 01432 340555.

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The Marches, Ludlow

HE Marches is a newish bar and restaurant sited on the north side of Castle Square in Ludlow. It was, until some years ago, one of Ludlow’s more historic taverns, a handsome, early Georgian inn with a fine assembly room on the first floor. In recent years, the George suffered the cruel fate of falling into the ownership of one of the country’s largest and most heinous of multiple pub landlords, Punch Taverns (proprietors of innumerable underperforming, antisocial licensed premises). Punch Taverns have been responsible for the degradation of several formerly fine pubs in Ludlow, most notably the Blue Boar and the George, which by the time it closed had degenerated into a lager, footer and vomit venue – a disgrace to the town, a place into which Mr P refused to venture. In its death throes, it even sprouted a short-lived, tacky and rowdy disco called (with no obvious justification) The GSpot. Imagine, then, Mr P’s excitement when he learned that it was to close and undergo a major refurbishment. Perhaps, he dared to hope, Punch Taverns, now under enormous pressure to reduce their current borrowings of £2.4billion, had done the decent thing and sold it to someone with the knowledge, panache and funds to give it the care and love it deserves. Alas, he was to be disappointed. Mister P doesn’t normally concern himself with the financial condition of the places he visits on his readers’ behalf, but the George and its recent alteration present a clear case of a job badly bodged through lack of funds (as well as lack of vision). The poor old, neglected inn had been identified by Punch as one if its ‘core’ pubs among the 4,000 it still owns and the company, casting around for a policy to placate its impatient lenders, announced that they were going to spend a bit (not much) on revitalising these core pubs. They found a new tenant (these somewhat naive optimists appear to be born every minute), put in hand a fairly superficial face-lift, and the place reopened as The Marches in the spring. Mr Pernickety can sadly report that the opportunity really to make something of this excellent site has been almost entirely wasted. The two most obvious improvements that should have been made have simply been ducked. There was a wonderful chance to give Castle Square its first, open-fronted brasserie with seating spilling happily out on to the capacious pavement – something that would have been welcomed by public and traders alike, and would have added an extra dimension to the overall ambience of the Square. Instead, access has been moved to a side entrance beneath a murky alleyway with the pointless addition of a dedicated doorman/bouncer for no clear reason and, presumably, at some extra cost. Given that the place was no longer intended to be a ‘traditional’ pub (which is fair enough) and that selling food is the priority, it would have made far more sense, aesthetically and for punters’ enjoyment, to use the fine old high-ceilinged former assembly room upstairs as the

principal eating area. Punch decided simply to destroy this excellent asset and plonk the loos and kitchen up there, while cramming diners and drinkers into a series of small, badly lit, claustrophobic spaces on the ground floor. Mr Pernickety, always careful to allow even the most unpromising places to show their gastronomic credentials, dragged his somewhat sceptical Lovely Companion there one Saturday evening. Her face fell as she saw the interior of the place – grey and Cambridge blue with a few glossy scarlet fittings, naff faux-leather armchairs, dull pictures on the walls and a vinyl ‘wood’ floor – about as tasteful as Katie Price’s range of horse rugs. The dining furniture is square and clumpy in tan lacquer; some of the tables are four feet high, like the Giant’s in Jack & the Beanstalk, with stools to match. Mr P couldn’t see the point of eating on stilts. It all looked, the LC said, as if it had come straight from the section of the caterers’ furniture catalogue marked: “Pub – Contemporary”. After some toing-and-froing, Mr P and the LC were seated on a normal-sized table near the bar, beneath brash, unsubtle white lights. They were handed a menu which was a jolly, jokey hotch-potch, intended to appeal to anyone and everyone – a dangerous strategy in any field of entertainment. From a narrow choice of starters Mr P and his new bride ordered Grilled Goat’s Cheese Wrapped in Prosciutto Ham with a Cranberry Relish (£5.95), and a Baker’s Bread Board (£3.45). The first item of food arrived about half an hour after Mr P and the LC had sat down. They enjoyed the goat’s cheese and its relationship with the ham and the cranberry sauce, but the LC, although ravenous after a long day’s work, baulked at the Bread Board – a pointless pile of hunks of ordinary bread with half a roast garlic and tiny dishes of balsamic vinegar and flavourless olive oil. The menu describes several of its wines and cocktails as ‘quaffable’ – an adjective often misplaced and always irritating. Mr P and the LC had a couple of glasses of ‘smooth and quaffable’ El Muro Temperanillo/Granacha, which was enjoyable enough, but not good value at £4.10 for 175cl. Mr P had heard that a top-notch pizza oven had been installed, and encouraged the LC, still peckish, to choose a Stonebaked Pizza from a selection of exotic toppings with silly names. She would have a preferred a classic – like a Quattro Stagioni, or Capricciosa or La Reine – but had to settle for a Kypros (£9.25), with feta cheese, olives, sun-dried tomato, rosemary roasted peppers and spinach. Although she didn’t think the combination worked, she found the texture of the pizza good, thin and crispy, and she liked the saltiness of the feta. Mr P’s Lamb Shank (£14.95), on the other hand, was not good. It tasted like a lamb shank that had been hanging around in the kitchen for a while, waiting for somewhere to go, with all the signs of being (although

it may not have been) a Brakes Bros pre-prepared dish. It had certainly been re-heated, and overcooked in the process. The meat, far from being tender, as billed, was dark and chewy – the LC said ‘soapy’. The ‘rich red wine and herb sauce’ was syrupy, gloopy and developing a skin. The ‘caramelised root vegetables’ were dry and bland. Disappointment continued with Mr P’s pudding – Seasonal Crumble and Ice-cream. He was expecting a traditional crumble, but was served a kind of cocktail glass containing warm, stewed plums and berries that showed no sign of being recently picked, with what looked and tasted like crumbled, broken biscuit on top – about 30p’s worth of ingredients at £4.95 which he had no urge to ﬁnish. The management at The Marches seem not to expect their customers to want to talk to one another, in providing a relentless barrage of loud, fast rock’n’roll’, lousy accompaniment for a grown-up dinner. It would be fair to say that some noisy punters were enjoying themselves, talking vigorously and shrieking with laughter; however the normally sanguine Mr Pernickety was sorry that the ambience, the indifferent service, the bad food, the unlovely interior and bright lighting didn’t provide a very good experience at all, which left him and the LC feeling disgruntled and sad that so little had been made of the old George’s potential. In the meantime, he can’t really recommend it to discerning diners. Mr Pernickity - www.misterpernickety.com

EVENTS

Fri 13 - Sun 15 September LUDLOW FOOD FESTIVAL In and around Ludlow Castle. Adult tickets £8.50, child (ages 5-14) £2.00, under 5s go free and family (two adults and up to four children) £20.00, www.foodfestival.co.uk, 01584 873957.

Sat 14 September COOK OFF! LIVE Starring Cheryl Baker. Two celebrity chefs will go head-to-head in a live competition, ﬁghting to win the day’s best dish. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, £20, 01432 340555. Wed 18 September THE LUDLOW PUDDING EXPERIENCE A choice of main course, followed by seven desserts. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7pm, £17.95 for main course, all puddings and a glass of house wine and coffee, 01584 878141. Thurs 19 - Sun 22 September ABERGAVENNY FOOD FESTIVAL A slap-up celebration of the craft of food. Producers, performers, artisans, cooks, writers and children’s entertainers. 19 Sept - Fanfare Feast. 20 Sept - Rick Stein at the Borough Theatre, Pete Brown, the Bill Bryson of beer writers has a tutored tasting at the Homes of Elegance showroom. Over the weekend Magnus Nilsson, Valentine Warner, Signe Johansen, Jill Norman, Franco, Ann Taruschio, Jonathan Williams of Cafe Mor, Bryn Williams, Tim McDougall, Kate Humble, Genevieve Taylor, Dudley Newbery, Adele Nozedar, Hazel Thomas, Masterchef winner 2012 Shelina Permaloo and more. Stroller ticket gives access to 200 exhibitors across ﬁve venues, 01873 850805 or www.abergavennyfoodfestival.com Thurs 26 September TAPAS NIGHT Back by popular demand. Rose and Crown, Tenbury Wells, 01584 811336. Shelina Permaloo, Abergavenny Food Festival

Sat 14 September KINGTON SHOW Agricultural show including food/craft marquee plus auction of lamb carcasses, ready cut up for you for the deepfreeze. www.kingtonshow.co.uk Sat 14 September FANNY & JOHNNIE CRADOCK COOK THE GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK Kate McNab and John Telfer star as the Cradocks in this new play which includes a two-course meal a la Fanny. Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, £25 includes full stage show with music and a meal, 01600 772 467.

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AARDVARK BOOKS LTD, THE BOOKERY, MANOR FARM, BRAMPTON BRYAN, BUCKNELL 01547 530888 Cafe serving refreshments, cakes etc. Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 10am-5pm. THE GARDEN TEA ROOM & DELI, KINGSLAND HR6 9QS (opposite the church green) Tel: 01568 709142 Open Tuesday – Saturday 11:00am – 6:00pm and Bank Holidays 11:00 – 5:30pm. Shop/deli for tasty treats. All day lunches, desserts, cakes & speciality teas and coffee. Handmade, seasonal food including many vegetarian, wheat and dairy free options. Select ‘Scrummy Bites’ dishes always available. Great venue for special celebrations. Two 6m x 4m Marquees plus crockery hire available. Vintage setting with peaceful garden and log ﬁre. THE HARP INN, OLD RADNOR, PRESTEIGNE 01544 350655 An unspoilt 15th century Welsh longhouse pub with fantastic views over the Radnor Valley. Delicious freshly cooked food made from locally sourced, seasonal ingredients which you can enjoy with a glass of wine or one of our traditional cask ales or local organic ciders beside our welcoming log ﬁre. Current menus are on our website www.harpinnradnor.co.uk together with details of special events such as steak nights, seasonal tasting menu nights and our annual beer festival. Open Tuesday to Sunday from 6pm and weekend lunchtimes from 12pm.

twenty or more, we can create and deliver. Special and Affordable — Your Personal Chef’s. Let personal chef’s Maria & Christina present to you a luxurious and distinctive approach to entertaining family and friends in your own home. SCRUMMY BITES - made locally with you in mind. www.scrummybites.co.uk STONELEIGH, KINGSLAND 01568 709142. Handmade dishes include delicious desserts, savouries and pastries. Ideal for busy people, family gatherings. Special menus for events of 6 to 100 people. Available from The Garden, Kingsland, HR6 9QS plus Knighton, Ludlow and Presteigne farmers markets. Many vegetarian, wheat and dairy free options. Awarded Ludlow Food Festival’s Graeme Kidd bursary 2010. SETONAIKAI, 25 THE PARADE, SHREWSBURY. SY1 1DL 01743 343517 www.setonaikai.co.uk. Specialists in authentic ingredients, cookware and tableware from Japan and the Far East, along with a range of cards, gifts and kimonos. We also have a growing range of the exotic, eclectic and the unusual from all four corners of the world. A vast selection you may not ﬁnd anywhere else. Take a look at our range of Japanese kitchenware and tableware to buy online at www.cookingjapanese. co.uk. Open Tues - Sat, 10am - 5pm.

THE HAT SHOP RESTAURANT, PRESTEIGNE 01544 260017 A friendly Bistro Style restaurant offering lunches and evening meals, Monday through to Saturday. We use quality local produce all sourced within the local area together with an extensive hand picked wine list.

SUGAR & SPICE CAFE BISTRO, Park Crescent, Llandrindod Wells 01597 824442 Friendly, family run cafe bistro located near the entrance to the beautiful Rock Park. Homemade locally sourced breakfast and day menus, carte du jour, fresh ground Italian coffee and a warm welcome offered daily. Evening bistro specialising in Mediteranean and World cuisine from mid May onwards. booking recommended, unlicenced - BYO, free wiﬁ, disabled access, hire us for your special occasion evening!

THE OLD STATION TEA ROOM, THE OLD RAILWAY STATION, NEW RADNOR, LD8 2SS 01544 350543. Visit us at the Old Station Caravan Park for hot drinks and homemade cakes. Superb views and free Wi-Fi. We can cater for small groups, meetings and other events. Accommodation also available. Open daily 10am-5pm.

The India & China Tea Company at TOWER HOUSE GALLERY, HIGH STREET, KNIGHTON 01547 529530 www.towerhousegallery.blogspot.co.uk/ Homemade soups, breads and cakes, Italian blend coffee and over 20 different varieties of leaf tea. Wed - Sat 9.30 to 5.00, Sun 11-4 Mon & Tues CLOSED.

THE POP UP CHEF Email chrisric7@yahoo.co.uk or Phone 01544 267802 www.thepopupchef.co.uk WE TAKE CARE OF THE CATERING ARRANGEMENTS, SO YOU ENJOY THE EVENT! We take away the stress of organising and delivering your event, leaving you free to get ready and enjoy. If you need to host a dinner party or a catering event, we would be happy to help, hiring the thepopupchef. We would consult with you on your chosen menu, shop, cook, serve & clean up afterwards. Whether an intimate meal for two people or a dinner party for

THE WORKHOUSE CAFE, INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, PRESTEIGNE 01544 267864 Cafe gallery, light lunches, good coffee, homemade cakes. Tues - Sat 10am - 4pm. RHOS MARKET GARDEN, KNIGHTON 01547 528315 Growers & providers of organic veg, fruit & ﬂowers. Morning Market stalls Knighton Thursday & Presteigne Friday. Veg boxes delivered to local area weekly. CSA Scheme. Restaurant orders welcome info@rhosorganic.co.uk www.rhosorganic.co.uk

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Sat 5 Oct

THREE BONZOS & A PIANO Supported by The Zimbabwe Voices Choir The Borough Theatre, Abergavenny, 7.30pm, £13/£8 The Guild Hall, High St, Brecon Mayor of Brecon and assorted Bonzos. March through the town. African dance, 30 stalls selling fair/ethical goods. 10am-5pm, free. The Market Hall, Cross St, Abergavenny Fair Trade school song competition, African drumming and dancing, 50 fair/ethical goods trade stalls. 10am-5pm, £1.00 07774 608215 / 07879 400897 walesfairtradefair@gmail.com

h-Art at ST MARY MAGDALENE CHURCH, EARDISLEY Venue 103 Julienne Braham, Kim Davis, Richard Greatrex, Ros Price-Jones, Anthea Stilwell, Peter Stilwell, Bronte Woodruff Sat. 7th – Sun. 15th September 11am to 5pm daily. Refreshments Contact Jenny Davis 01544 327 614 FESTIVAL OF CHURCHES - Sat 14th September ORGAN RECITAL by Robert Green at 1.15pm CONCERT by the Quebb Choir, with solo performance by Christopher Mackay and cello solos by Joris Boon No tickets - collection

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SEPTEMBER Sun 1 September TREVOR BURTON BAND Prince of Wales, Ledbury. LADY AND THE SAX The Grape Vaults, Leominster, 3pm. GREY WOLF The Wine Bar, Quality Square, Ludlow, 2-5pm. SHROPSHIRE STRUMMERS Housmans Bar and Cafe, Church Stretton, 1-2pm. IAN LUTHER Songs of love, life and building sites. Queen’s Head, Monmouth, 01600 712767.

Mon 2 September

CIDER CITY JAZZMEN The Barrels, St Owen’s St, Hereford, 01432 274968. BLUES, JAZZ & COUNTRY Bring along your instrument or come and listen. Radnorshire Arms Hotel, Presteigne, 7.30pm, 01544 267406 or 07811 587501. ROEBUCKANEERS FOLK CLUB The Roebuck Inn, Brimﬁeld, Ludlow, 8pm, 01584 711854.

Tues 3 September LUNCHTIME ORGAN CONCERT By Amalie Fisher, Hereford. Hereford Cathedral, 1.15pm-2pm, retiring collection.

Wed 4 September AMERICAN BLUE GRASS SESSION The Victory, St Owen St, Hereford, 7.30pm. THE MANFREDS With original front man, Paul Jones. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £19.50-£17.50, 01743 281281.

Thurs 5 September

LES WILSON & THE MIGHTY HOUSEROCKERS One of Europe’s best blues and rock ‘n’ roll guitarists. Crown Inn, Oakengates, Telford, 01952 610888.

OPEN MIC Hosted by Wayne Martin & friends. Crown & Anchor Vaults, Bishop’s Castle. KIRK AMBASSADOR OF ROCK ‘N’ ROLL Old New Inn, Llanfyllin, 8pm. LET’S HANG ON Capturing the magic of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, £18.50, 01600 772467.

Fri 6 September DARKSIDE Pink Floyd tribute band. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £17, 01743 281281. PAUL PARKER AND FRIENDS The Bull Inn, Shrewsbury. STEVE MARSDEN Golden Cross, Sutton St Nicholas, Hereford. RHYTHM THIEVES Chindit, Wolverhampton. JENNY HOWELLS Stag Inn, Llanidloes. PHOENIX Black Lion, Bridge St, Hereford. DRESS DOWN FRIDAYS Dun Cow, Shrewsbury. IN GOWAN RING + SPROATLY SMITH + JUS JAY American psych folk troubadour, Hereford folk rock and dj. Upstairs at The Black Lion, Bridge St, Hereford, £5. DANGEROUS DAVE REA The Wine Bar, Quality Square, Ludlow. KIRK AMBASSADOR OF ROCK ‘N’ ROLL Monty Club, Newtown, 8pm. ANTHEMIC The Exchange, Newtown. WHOLE LOTTA LED The Courtyard, Hereford, 8pm, £15.50/£14, 01432 340555. LET’S HANG ON The story, the music and the sound of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. Borough Theatre, Abergavenny, 7.30pm, £15, 01873 850805.

TURNSTONE Plough Inn, Whitecross Rd, Hereford, 01432 352300. CLUBNIGHT With Matthew Hardern and Neil Kaczor. Featuring Bishi and Richard Torry. The Igloo, Andrew Logan Museum, Berriew, near Welshpool, 9pm, £7, 07813 885906. GET QUIZZICAL Winners take the pot! The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, £2, 01497 821762. THE WAYNE MARTIN BAND Hen and Chickens, Bridgnorth. INSPECTOR GADJO TRIO The Luma Lounge, Regent Centre, Newtown, 8.30pm, £7.50. FRIDAY AFTERNOONS Mid Wales Opera with students from Llanidloes High School. Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 6.30pm, £5 adults, school children free, 01686 614555.

Sat 7 September

FOLK & IRISH JAM SESSION Harp Inn, Glasbury on Wye. WILL KILLEEN Hollybush Inn, near Hay-on-Wye. SHENANIGANS FEAT Dub Maﬁa and Aubrey Fry. Bristol’s original bass music band. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, £8, 01497 821762. CHORDRUSH The Swan Inn, Kington. FFONIC Ceilidh and hog roast. Film stars theme for all of those who fancy dressing up. Berriew Community Centre, near Welshpool, 8pm, £6/£3, hog roast £5, 077926 30988. KIRK AMBASSADOR OF ROCK ‘N’ ROLL Priest Weston Village Hall, 8pm. ROCKY ROAD TO RUIN The Victory, St Owen St, Hereford. LAST NIGHT OF THE PROMS 2013 Nigel Kennedy and Joyce DiDonto are the star soloists in a programme of seafaring themes. Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells. This is a free ticket event, but giving a ‘Gift Aid’ donation is welcome, 01584 811442.

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Tues 10 September

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LUNCHTIME ORGAN CONCERT Featuring Laurence Lyndon-Jones. Hereford Cathedral, 1.15pm-2pm, retiring collection.

BORDERLINE BLUES BAND The Spread Eagle, King St, Hereford, 8.30pm. THE NEW ROPE STRING BAND Market Theatre, Ledbury, 8pm, £13, 01432 383663. THE WAYNE MARTIN BAND THE Wrekin Inn. BALLADEERS AND CHANCERS Dukes Arms Cider Festival. A stellar cast of musicians to accompany the sun and wide range of local ciders and perrys, marquee cover and wonderful p.a.....whats not to like? Doors open 1pm til we drop, £4. Contact John or Les - 01544 267318. LE FREAK Funky four piece band. The Black Lion, Bridge St, Hereford.

Sun 8 September CHRIS QUINN The Grape Vaults, Leominster, 3pm WILL KILLEEN Queen’s Head, Monmouth, 01600 712767. DISCO AND BECOME A VJ! Children’s disco and become a VJ, 5-7pm. Older children’s disco 7pm. It’s a Wrap! Party in 360°! 9pm. The Igloo, Andrew Logan Museum, Berriew, near Welshpool, £3 per family, 07813 885906. THE BOCHMANN TRIO Violin, viola and cello. Programme includes Mozart, Beethoven and Schubert. Lion Ballroom, Leominster, 3pm, £12, £6 students, from Gill’s Gifts or 01568 611588. LADY & THE SAX The Wine Bar, Quality Square, Ludlow, 2-5pm. VINCENT FLATTS FINAL DRIVE Lichﬁeld Vaults, Church St, Hereford, 4pm, free, 01432 266821. LES WILSON & THE MIGHTY HOUSE ROCKERS Prince of Wales, Ledbury. CANTORION MALE VOICE CHOIR Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £21-£19, 01743 281281.

Mon 9 September BLUES, JAZZ & COUNTRY Bring along your instrument or come and listen. Radnorshire Arms Hotel, Presteigne, 7.30pm, 01544 267406 or 07811 587501.

Martin Carthy & Dave Swarbrick

Wed 11 September DAVID JAGGS Classical guitar recital. Blue Ginger Gallery, Home End Farm, Stifford’s Bridge, Cradley, 7pm, £12.50, 01886 880140. REMI HARRIS TRIO Housmans Bar and Cafe, Church Stretton, 8pm. OPEN MIC With Martin Blake. White Horse Inn, Clun.

Thurs 12 September RAT PACK VEGAS SPECTACULAR Purveyors of cool swing into town. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £20, 01743 281281. LIVE MUSIC Crown Inn, Oakengates, Telford, 01952 610888. JOE LE TAXI Crown & Anchor, Vaults, Bishop’s Castle. JAZZ IN THE VILLAGE Scottish jazz duo Ian Millar and Dominic Spencer on tour playing high quality, sophisticated and melodic jazz. Bodenham Village Hall. 8pm, £8, 01568 797404. THE TROY REDFERN BAND The Bell, Leominster. ANNA HUNTLEY & JAMES BAILLIEU Mezzo-soprano and piano. Programme includes Haydn and Schumann. Blake Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, £17.50, students £5, 01600 719401,

Fri 13 September BROMYARD FOLK FESTIVAL Featuring Show of Hands, Sarah Savoy and the Francadians, Carthy, Hardy, Farrell & Young, Gordie MacKeeman and his Rhythm Boys, Tim Edey and Brendan Power, John Kirkpatrick, Barlow Cree, Hekety, Steve Tilston, Sciorr:Staged, Baz Parkes, Keith Donnelly, The Goat Roper Rodeo Band, Rosie Hood, Graeme Knights, Jim Mageean, Na-mara, Soft Option, Paul & Liz Davenport, Bordewey/Young Band, Dr Sunshine and more. www.bromyardfolkfestival.co.uk 01432 340555, BAD HAIR DAY Black Lion, Bridge St, Hereford. CHAZ & DAVE Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £22.50, 01743 281281.

THE ENDINGS Dun Cow, Shrewsbury. THE TRIBES Stunning 3-piece rock and pop covers band. Golden Cross, Sutton St Nicholas, Hereford. MARTIN CARTHY & DAVE SWARBRICK Nightjar Music presents an evening of folk music. Studio Theatre, The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, £14/£12, 01432 340555. MISTY BLUE The Exchange, Newtown. THE RENALDOS The Bull Inn, Shrewsbury. SYNERGY Plus paella night. The Wine Bar, Quality Square, Ludlow. SHREWSBURY FIELDS FOREVER FESTIVAL Three day music, art and comedy festival. Music includes Maximo Park, The 1975, Athlete, The Sunshine Underground, Roni Size, Sister Bliss Faithless, James Walsh Starsailor, Shy FX, B-Traits plus many more. The West Midland/Shropshire Showground, Berwick Rd, Shrewsbury, from £18-£69 for a weekend ticket with camping, www.shrewsburyﬁeldsforever.com JAZZ @ THE BONDED WAREHOUSE Featuring Inspector Gadjio and Casey Greene. Guitar led trio plus saxophone, playing innovative versions of standards plus tuneful originals. The Bonded Warehouse, Canal St, Stourbridge, 7.30pm, £7 adults, £3.50 students and under 16s, 01384 377797. AUBREY FRY PRESENTS... Wub Wub Wub House and techno from The Marches’ ﬁnest DJs. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 01497 821762. THE DAGGERS Plough Inn, Whitecross Rd, Hereford, 01432 352300.

Buffalo Gals

LIVE MUSIC The Victory, St Owen St, Hereford.

CHRIS QUINN The Wine Bar, Quality Square, Ludlow, 2-5pm.

JOHN EYRE Hollybush Inn, near Hay-on-Wye.

BROMYARD FOLK FESTIVAL See 13 September for details, 01432 340555, www.bromyardfolk festival.co.uk

NATIONAL HERITAGE OPEN DAY Belmont Abbey, Hereford, 10am-4.30pm, free, 01432 374747. SMALL ENGINE REPAIR Live folk. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, £4, 01497 821762. BUFFALO GALS Intoxicating style, incorporating Appalachian, blues, gospel, early bluegrass and novelties from the heyday of early country music. Fownhope New Memorial Hall, 7.30pm, £9/£5/328, 01432 860221. Arts Alive.

Sat 14 September KINGTON SHOW & AFTER SHOW DANCE Music during the day provided by the Bill Bailey Band, entertainment, craft, food and trade stands together with livestock and much more! Plus after show dance from 9pm. www.kingtonshow.co.uk SHREWSBURY FIELDS FOREVER See 13 September for details. THE FABULOUS BORDELLOS Unique mod/post punk music. The Oxford Arms, Kington, 9pm. WORRIED MEN Black Lion, Bridge St, Hereford. JC JAZZ Top notch jazz from great local players. Saturday Cafe, The Courtyard, Hereford, 12-2pm, free, 01432 340555. ROBERT GREEN Organ recital. St Mary Magdalene Church, Eardisley, 1.15pm. Part of Festival of Churches, 01544 327614.

QUEBB CHOIR With solo bass singing performance by Christopher Mackay and cello solos by Joris Boon. St Mary Magdalene Church, Eardisley, 6.30pm. Part of Festival of Churches, 01544 327614. BUFFALO GALS See 13 Sept for details. Cawley Hall, Eye, 7.30pm, £10/£5/£25, 01568 615836. Arts Alive. VILLAGE VOICES Coffee concert in aid of Festival of Churches and St Peters and St Paul’s, Stoke Lacy with Village Voices launching their CD and Village Bells. Stoke Lacy Church, 10.30am-12pm. NATIONAL HERITAGE OPEN DAY Belmont Abbey, Hereford, 10am-4.30pm, free, 01432 374747. CORVEDALE FOLK CLUB Featuring John Conolly. The Swan Inn, Aston Munslow, £6 ticket only, 01584 841331. THE BORDER BEAT The Bull Inn, Shrewsbury.

DAVE ONIONS Prince of Wales, Ledbury. TEA WITH PUCCINI Arias from Puccini’s best loved operas with Virginia Blakey, soprano and Alison Milledge, piano plus special guests. Traditional afternoon tea included. Savoy Theatre, Monmouth. All proceeds to the Savoy Theatre Trust. £8; U16s £5, 01600 772467. SHREWSBURY FIELDS FOREVER See 13 September for details. CEILIDH Dancing with the Evie Evans Experience. Pool Farm, Holdgate, Corvedale, 7pm, £7.50 in advance, £10 on the door to include Ploughman’s supper, 01746 712383 or 01746 712233, email joanierichards@yahoo. com BUFFALO GALS See 13 Sept for details. Alveley Parish Memorial Hall, 7.30pm, £9/£5/£25, 01746 780478. Arts Alive. MATTHEW BOURNE IN CONCERT Pianist and composer and one of the winners of the Perrier Jazz Awards in 2001. Mid Wales Arts Centre, Caersws, 7pm, 01686 688369.

ROCKY ROAD TO RUIN Plough Inn, Whitecross Rd, Hereford, 01432 352300. THE HELEN VEREKER SINGERS A community choir based in Hereford, performing pop, rock, jazz, gospel and more. Dilwyn Cedar Hall, 7pm, £8 adults, £4 children to include puddings in the interval. Bring your own bottle, 01568 720226 or email ruthdavies2010@gmail.com

Sun 15 September LITTLE RUMBA Eclectic mix of music playing East European, South American to the Blues. The Tram Inn, Eardisley, 8pm.

RAGTIME JUG ORCHESTRA Queen’s Head, Monmouth, 01600 712767. KATRIONA GILMORE & JAMIE ROBERT Folk. The Hive, 5 Belmont, Shrewsbury, 7.45pm, 01743 234970.

Mon 16 September BLUES, JAZZ & COUNTRY Bring along your instrument or come and listen. Radnorshire Arms Hotel, Presteigne, 7.30pm, 01544 267406.

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Tues 17 September JIM BARBER TRIO Piano, with special guest Fraser Allibone, saxophone. Jazz in the Bar, Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 8pm, 01874 611622.

GIMME! GIMME! GIMME! NIGHT FEVER Tribute bands. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £15, 01743 281281.

BLUES NIGHT Featuring the famous American traditional, acoustic blues singer/ storytelling, Doug MacLeod. Llanidloes High School, 7pm, 01686 412452. Llanidloes Music and Arts Club.

JOHNNY TRASHED Black Lion, Bridge St, Hereford.

QUIZ & SUPPER EVENING Kington FC Social Club, Mill Street, Kington. Teams of up to 6 people, hot supper starts 6.30pm. Rafﬂe, bar, £6 per person payable on the door, email wells-terry@btconnect.com or text 07766 097600 to reserve your table. All proceeds to Kington Choral Society Performers Fund.

THE VILLAGE QUIRE & PHIL SMITH Performing Precious Bane, through song and the spoken word Mary Webb’s story of love and ambition. St. Margaret’s Church, St. Margarets, 7.30pm, £8.50, 01981 510629 or 07780 731990, nsm@villagequire. org.uk.

JOE SEAGER The Wine Bar, Quality Square, Ludlow. REMI HARRIS TRIO Part of Kington Walking Festival. The Oxford Arms, Kington, 8pm, £10, 01544 230322, www.kingtonwalks.org

THE FLOOR Featuring Red Madog and more. St Michael’s Village Hall, Tenbury Wells, 8pm.

DAVE PRICE TRIO Excellent piano-led jazz. Saturday Cafe, The Courtyard, Hereford, 12-2pm, free, 01432 340555. MONMOUTH BIG BAND IN CONCERT Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, £8, 01600 772467.

LUNCHTIME ORGAN CONCERT Featuring Shaun Ward from St Laurence’s, Ludlow. Hereford Cathedral, 1.15pm-2pm, retiring collection.

LIVE MUSIC The Bull Inn, Shrewsbury.

CHORDRUSH Hollybush Inn, near Hay-on-Wye.

RAYMORE Plough Inn, Whitecross Rd, Hereford, 01432 352300.

Wed 18 September

DIRTY PRE-HISTORIC MONSTERS High energy rock covers band. Golden Cross, Sutton St Nicholas, Hereford.

JOEL’S WISH Brewery Bop with the headline act being Wetherill (Dirty Ray) and Lamb, plus support. Ludlow Brewing Company, The Railway Shed, Ludlow, 01584 873291.

THAT’LL BE THE DAY Rock ‘n’ roll variety show. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £24-£20, 01743 281281. CIDER CITY JAZZ BAND The Granary, Leominster, 8pm, two-course meal £18.50, please book in advance, 01568 614290. ASAF SIRKIS Queen’s Head, Monmouth, 01600 712767. ALBERT LEE & HOGAN’S HEROES One of the world’s ﬁnest guitar players. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, £20, 01432 340555.

Thurs 19 September LIVE MUSIC Crown Inn, Oakengates, Telford, 01952 610888. ROOTS ORICLE Crown & Anchor, Vaults, Bishop’s Castle. AN EVENING OF BURLESQUE Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £23.50, 01743 281281.

Fri 20 September

Sat 21 September

KATE RUSBY Folk. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £25, children £15, 01743 281281.

THE JOHN HARDMAN BAND Stag Inn, Llanidloes. WALLIS White Horse Inn, Clun. BUDDY HOLLY & THE CRICKETERS Featuring all of Buddy Holly’s classics. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, £18.50/£17.50, 01432 340555.

OAKENGATES FOLK & ALE DAY Featuring Claret, Worcestershire Levellers, Bob Dovey, Caroline & Rob, Neil McPherson, Andy Flower, Accidentally Acoustic and Just Jimmy. Crown Inn, Oakengates, Telford, from 12.30pm, 01952 610888. FLOYD EARL Plough Inn, Whitecross Rd, Hereford, 01432 352300.

Kate Rusby

John Jones

OPEN MIC Hotest by Howard & Clare. Crown Inn, Oakengates, Telford, 01952 610888.

Fri 27 September LEMON JETTISONS Black Lion, Bridge St, Hereford.

JOHN JONES & FRIENDS Lead singer of The Oysterband and friends provide an evening of music. The Burton Hotel, Kington, 7.30pm, £15, www.kingtonwalks.org. Part of Kington Walking Festival. HERMAN’S HERMITS Playing their timeless tunes. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, £19.50/£18.50, 01432 340555.

Sun 22 September GASTRIC BAND The Grape Vaults, Leominster, 3pm ALBINO FROGS Queen’s Head, Monmouth, 01600 712767. SLOW BURNER Michaelmas fair. Crown & Anchor, Vaults, Bishop’s Castle. CHRISTINA KULUKUNDIS Prince of Wales, Ledbury. RABBIT FOOT Lichﬁeld Vaults, Church St, Hereford, 4pm, free, 01432 266821. SYD LAWRENCE ORCHESTRA Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 2.30pm, £18.50-£16.50, 01743 281281.

Mon 23 September BLUES, JAZZ & COUNTRY Bring along your instrument or come and listen. Radnorshire Arms Hotel, Presteigne, 7.30pm, 01544 267406.

ROCKY ROAD TO RUIN Impressive local rock covers band. Golden Cross, Sutton St Nicholas, Hereford. BEGUILDY: THE LIFE AND LOVES OF MARY WEBB Janie Mitchell and Anne Marie Summers perform. Moving yet humorous biographical anecdotes chart the narrative of her short and eccentric life. With vocal harmonies, harp, dulcimer, guitar and clarinet. The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock, £8/£5, 08448 700887. SKYNT Plough Inn, Whitecross Rd, Hereford, 01432 352300.

LOXLEY AND THE A49ERS An evening of fun, music, song and food. Village Hall, Brimﬁeld, Ludlow, 7.30pm, £10, 01584 711854. THE JOHN HARDMAN BAND Uncompromising power rock and heavy blues. The Anchor, Shrewsbury. THE BLACK AND BLUES BAND Plough Inn, Whitecross Rd, Hereford, 01432 352300. CHORDRUSH The Bell, Bosbury. 60’S BIG NIGHT OUT Featuring The Merseybeats and Beat Beatles. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £19.50-£17.50, 01743 281281. PHOENIX The Victory, St Owen St, Hereford. SIXTEEN TAMBOURINES INDIE DISCO The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, 01497 821762.

MID LIFE CRISIS The Bull Inn, Shrewsbury.

GORDON GILTRAP Acoustic guitarist. Market Theatre, Ledbury, 8pm, 01432 383663.

PAUL PARKER Dun Cow, Shrewsbury.

Sun 29 September

THE WAYNE MARTIN BAND The Salopian bar, Shrewsbury. MEL & NIX The Wine Bar, Quality Square, Ludlow. DAN STEEL The Exchange, Newtown.

Sat 28 September DARKSIDE Performing the Pink Floyd show. Blake Theatre, Monmouth, 8pm, £15, 01600 719410. THE FLOCK Hollybush Inn, near Hay-on-Wye.

Tues 24 September

ROCK ANTHEMS LIVE Ga Ga perform the greatest rock songs of all time. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £15, 01743 281281.

LUNCHTIME ORGAN CONCERT Featuring Peter Dyke. Hereford Cathedral, 1.15pm-2pm, collection.

THE SULTANA BROTHERS + ASYLUM Black Lion, Bridge St, Hereford.

LITTLE RUMBA Queen’s Head, Monmouth, 01600 712767. THE PRODUCERS Prince of Wales, Ledbury. SHROPSHIRE STRUMMERS Housmans Bar and Cafe, Church Stretton, 1-2pm. SHROPSHIRE CHAMBER ORCHESTRA Programme includes Mozart and Beethoven. The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock, 7pm, £7, under 18s free, 08448 700887. BBC NATIONAL ORCHESTRA OF WALES Programme includes Britten, William Mathias and Elgar. Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 3pm, £15, over 65s £12.75, students £6, 01686 614555.

Wed 25 September GEE A night of saxophone medleys. Housmans Bar and Cafe, Church Stretton, 8pm. LAUNCH NIGHT OF HEREFORD LIVE A community group aiming to put Hereford on the live music map. A host of bands and artists. The Jailhouse, Hereford, 7pm, 18+, free.

Thurs 26 September THE ENDINGS Crown & Anchor, Vaults, Bishop’s Castle.

BBC National Orchestra of Wales

Sun 29 September JAMES HICKMAN The Grape Vaults, Leominster, 3pm DUNCAN HONEYBOURNE ‘Piano Plus 3, In the Old Style’. Programme includes Tallis, Bach, Ravel and Luke Whitlock. Lion Ballroom, Leominster, 3pm, £10, £6 students, from Gill’s Gifts or 01568 611588.

Mon 30 September BLUES, JAZZ & COUNTRY Bring along your instrument or come and listen. Radnorshire Arms Hotel, Presteigne, 7.30pm, 01544 267406.

OCTOBER Tues 1 October

MARTYN JOSEPH & PAPER AEROPLANES A unique pairing of two of Wales’ ﬁnest musical talents appearing together in a concert for the ﬁrst time. Borough Theatre, Abergavenny, 01873 850805.

Wed 2 October

WHILE & MATTHEWS Acoustic folk duo. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £15, 01743 281281.

Thurs 3 October

RICHARD DURRANT Nightjar Music presents a show packed full of stories and music. Expect to hear JS Bach, Django Reinhardt, music from Venezuela, Paraguay, Japan and more! Studio Theatre, The Courtyard, Hereford, 8pm, £12.50/£10.50, 01432 340555. MARTYN JOSEPH & PAPER AEROPLANES Aberystwyth Arts Centre, 01970 623232. OPEN MIC Hosted by Fight The Bear. Crown & Anchor, Vaults, Bishop’s Castle. THE SWINGLE SINGERS Hereford Concert Society presents a line-up of young voices, pioneering classical/jazz crossover artists to contemporary vocal super-group. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, £24, HCS members £20, students £5, 01432 340555.

Fri 4 October FUNKATRONIC LOVE COMMANDOS Funk, soul, pop, party, full on big band with a big party sound. Golden Cross, Sutton St Nicholas, Hereford. CLUN VALLEY BEER FESTIVAL Featuring Slowburner. White Horse Inn, Clun. NEW ROPE STRING BAND Music, comedy and circus. Snailbeach Village Hall, 7.30pm, £10/£5/£28, 01743 791327. Arts Alive.

DAI ROBS The Wine Bar, Quality Square, Ludlow.

The Market Hall, Abergavenny, 10am-5pm, £1, 07774 608215.

WORRIED MEN Plough Inn, Whitecross Rd, Hereford, 01432 352300.

WILLIE AND THE BANDITS Queen’s Head, Monmouth, 01600 712767.

WALES FAIR TRADE FAIR Featuring Three Bonzo’s and a piano, supported by the Zimbabwean Voices Choir. Borough Theatre, Abergavenny, 7.30pm, £13/£8, 01873 850805.

Mon 7 October

Sat 5 October MARTYN JOSEPH & PAPER AEROPLANES Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 01686 614555. NEW ROPE STRING BAND See 4 Oct for details. Weobley Village Hall, 7.30pm, £10/£6, 01544 318322. Arts Alive. SULTANA BROTHERS Plough Inn, Whitecross Rd, Hereford, 01432 352300. WALES FAIR TRADE FAIR With the Mayor of Brecon and assorted Bonzos. March through the town led by The 1879 Group dressed as British soldiers of the Zulu era. African dance, 30 stalls selling fair/ethical goods. The Guild Hall, High St, Brecon, 10am-5pm, free, 07774 608215. THE BLUES OCCASIONALS Authentic blues and R ‘n’ B from popular quintet of seasoned veterens. The Stag, Llanidloes, 9pm, free. CLUN VALLEY BEER FESTIVAL Featuring Electric Blues Reaction. White Horse Inn, Clun. ENSEMBLE SINE NOMINE Sing Byrd, Bach, Barbershop and Hereford Harmonies. Peterchurch Parish Church, 7.30pm, £10, £5 students, or £8, £3 student for the BMEMF sight-reading workshop attendees. (See ‘Music Workshop’ listings.) 01432 341154 www.bmemf.org.uk RHIANNON GIDDENS Folk. The Hive, 5 Belmont, Shrewsbury, 7.45pm, 01743 234970.

Tues 6 October FOLK IN HOPE Presents BBC Radio 2 Folk award winner, Lucy Ward. Hope Village Hall, 7.30pm, 01743 891985, www.folkinhope.com STELLA SEATON-SIMS & MICHAEL JONES Mezzo soprano and piano. Programme includes Rachmaninov, Debussy, Grieg and more. Lion Ballroom, Leominster, 3pm, £12, £6 students, from Gill’s Gifts or 01568 611588. WALES FAIR TRADE FAIR Fair Trade school song competition, African drumming and dancing, 50 fair trade/ethical stalls, live music and more.

ROEBUCKANEERS FOLK CLUB The Roebuck Inn, Brimﬁeld, Ludlow, 8pm, 01584 711854. CIDER CITY JAZZMEN The Barrels, St Owen’s St, Hereford, 01432 274968.

Music Workshops

Sun 1 September BRITISH BUTTON BOX WORKSHOP With John Kirkpatrick. Gleanings, Gravels Bank, near Minsterley, 01743 891412, www.gleanings.co.uk Wed 4 - Fri 6 September BENJAMIN BRITTEN - OPERA GENIUS Join Mid Wales Opera with this short residential course: the opportunity to learn about one of Britain’s greatest composers. With guests Michael Berkeley, Paul Kildea and Michael McCarthy, plus harpist Hannah Stone and tenor Nicy Spence. Gregynog, near Newtown, £195 includes all meals, two nights accommodation and trip to the premiere of MWO’s production Albert Herring at Theatr Hafren. 01686 650224, www.midwalesopera.co.uk

Sat 14 September BORDER MARCHES EARLY MUSIC FORUM Handbells workshop for all levels of experience, with Alison Hird and Freda Lymath. Kingswood Village Hall, Kington, 10am-4.30pm, £12 BMEMF members, £14 non-members, 01544 231780, www.bmemf.org.uk Sat 21 & Sun 22 September IRISH WHISTLE WORKSHOP With Cathal McConnell from Boys of the Lough. Gleanings, Gravels Bank, near Minsterley, 01743 891412, www.gleanings.co.uk Saturday 5 October BORDER MARCHES EARLY MUSIC FORUM Sight-reading Workshop, designed to help all singers who want to increase their skills. Participants can choose to concentrate on intervals, on pitch and rhythm, or on ensemble singing. The tutors will be Sebastian Field and members of Ensemble Sine Nomine. Fairﬁeld High School, Peterchurch. 10am-4.30 pm, £14 for EMF members, £16 for non-members. 01432 341154 or email hannahdavies@dsl.pipex.com www.bmemf.org.uk See concert 5 Oct. Starting 12 September, Thursday fortnightly WILD ANGELS Informal community choir led by Sue Harris. All welcome. Traditional songs from around the world. Llanidloes, 7.309.30pm 01686 625980.

“Launched just a year ago, the annual Arcadia festival is well on the way towards establishing itself as one of the major autumn music events in the lovely Welsh Marches...Applause at the end was huge...and the impact of both music and performance will live long here.” Rating **** Chris Morley, Birmingham Post 2010

Chamber Music for Strings - Postcards from Italy

Thursday 3rd October - The Sun Inn, Rosemary Lane, Leintwardine, 7:30pm (free)

A short and informal taster of the festival will take place in one of England’s very few “parlour” pubs, recently refurbished and enlarged, where everyone can experience this unique location and the broader musical context of the festival.

Saturday 5th October - St Mary Magdalene, Leintwardine, 7.30 pm Musical postcards by Wolf and Respighi plus Brahms’s deeply personal Sextet op 36

Sunday 6th October -

St Giles, Downton-on-the-Rock, 4:00pm

Tchaikovsky’s towering and tragic sextet ‘Souvenir de Florence’, Verdi’s tuneful, operatic and sadly singular string quartet with Eleanor Alberga’s fabulous and invigorating third quartet ‘Stream’.

Tickets: £14.00 per concert (accompanied under 16s free)

Grifﬁths Garage Leintwardine. Aardvark Books, Brampton Bryan www.aardvark-books.com: 01547 530888/744 Local agents to reserve tickets: 01547 540356 or 01547 540670 or 01584 856676

Web-site: www.arcadiamusic.org.uk

CASTLE VOICES SINGING WORKSHOP Join us to explore vocal harmonies from around the world. Tuesdays 6.30 to 8pm. Usually every week in school term in top room at Three Tuns, Bishops Castle. Details:- Anne Loughran 01547 520339 anneloughran@gmail.co.uk Monday FUN & PLAY WITH RHYTHM & HARMONY And songs from all over. All taught by ear so no need to read music! Folk meet 8pm term time Mondays at the Methodist chapel in Leintwardine. Email charlotte@charlottebulleymusic.info or call 01547 540603. Monday BANDAMANIA Traditional dance music from far and wide. Assembly Rooms, Presteigne 7.15pm, Sue Harris 01547 560950.

Friday MUSIC TIME A session of music and movement for the under 5s and their parents or carers. The Hive, 5 Belmont, Shrewsbury, 10.30am-11.30am, £5 per child, siblings £4, parents free, 01743 234970. Friday FAMILY MUSIC MAKERS Fun sessions for parents and toddlers 12.30-2pm, £4 per adult and child pair, under 1s free. The Courtyard, Hereford, 01432 340555.

SESSIONS

Tuesday BANG ON DRUMS Drum circle. Black Lion, Bridge St, Hereford, 7-9pm, bring your own hand drums or drums and percussion instruments provided, 07870 747248, www.bangondrums.co.uk

First Saturday of month OPEN MIC NIGHT The Greyhound, Llangunllo, 9pm, 01547 550400.

Tuesday WHITTON VOICES Mixed community choir. Songs from around the world, traditional and contemporary. Raising the roof with rich harmonies in Presteigne Assembly Rooms, 8-10pm, £5. All welcome. Led by Sue Harris, 01547 560950.

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

Tuesday DOLAU MIXTURES Mixed choir. Dolau Community Hall, near Llandrindod Wells, 8pm, 01597 851427. Wednesday ROCKSPRING COMMUNITY CHOIR All welcome particularly men! Minimal charge. Rockspring Community Centre, Ludlow. 01584 529053 or email chrisp@furniturescheme.co.uk Wednesday LUDLOW LARKS COMMUNITY CHOIR Led by Polly Bolton. Songs from around the world - from the Beatles to Bulgaria. Ludlow Women’s Centre, £3-£5 per session, 7.30pm-9.30pm. For dates contact Polly on 01584 823609 or info@oak-barn.co.uk or check our

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

Every Sunday SESSION Crown & Sceptre, Bromyard, 8.30pm, 01885 483425. Every Sunday FOLK/ROOTS SESSION Stag, Llanidloes, 6.30pm, 01686 414824. 2nd Sunday ACOUSTIC MUSIC SESSION Jill and Mark (from the Rhythm Thieves) hosting. All styles welcome. The Sun Inn, Leintwardine. 2nd Sunday FOLK SESSION Powys Arms, Poolquay, near Welshpool, 7.30pm, 01691 831162. 2nd & 4th Sunday OPEN MIC NIGHT George & Dragon, Knighton, 01547 528532. Last Sunday OPEN MIC The Herbert Arms, Kerry, 8pm, all welcome, 07970 135378. Last Sunday OPEN MIC NIGHT All welcome. The Retreat, Ledbury, 01531 632766. Every Monday ACOUSTIC NIGHT The Golden Lion Hotel, Llandysilio, near Welshpool, 01691 830295. Every Monday BLUES & COUNTRY JAM NIGHT The Crown Inn, Oakengates, Telford, 9pm, 01952 610888. Every Monday JAM AT THE RAD Blues, jazz and country. Radnorshire Arms, Presteigne, 7.30pm, 07531 300697. Every Monday OPEN MIC NIGHT Bull Inn, Shrewsbury, 01743 344728. Every Monday nights BRECON TOWN BAND Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7-9pm. 07779 390954. Every Tuesday BLUES NIGHT The Golden Lion Hotel, Llandysilio, 01691 830295. Every Tuesday TUESDAY JAM SESSION Open to all. The Falcon Hotel, Bromyard, 8-11pm, 01885 483034. Every Tuesday OPEN MIC All welcome, from about 9pm. The Retreat, Ledbury, 01531 632766. Every Tuesday OPEN MIC NIGHT Hosted by Pete Keeley and Dangerous Dave. The Back Bar, The King’s Head, Bishop’s Castle, 9pm onwards, 01588 630770. 3rd Tuesday FOLK NIGHTS The Crown Inn, Longtown. Other occasional folk events organised by Folk Workshops. Register for e-Newsletter with john.baxter87@virgin.net. Last Tuesday of every month JAZZ NIGHT The Golden Lion Hotel, Llandysilio,Oswestry, 01691 830295. Every Wednesday OPEN MIC NIGHT Baskerville Hall Hotel, near Hay-on-Wye, 8.30pm, 01497 820033.

VENUES First Wednesday SONG AND GUITAR SESSION Red Lion, Llanidloes. 07445 338949. First Wednesday JAZZ NIGHT The Golden Lion Hotel, Llandysilio, 01691 830295. Every Wednesday TELFORD ACOUSTIC CLUB The Crown Inn, Oakengates, Telford, 9pm, 01952 610888. First Wednesday HEREFORD BLUEGRASS SESSION The Victory, 88 St Owen St, Hereford, 8pm, details from Martin 01432 342018 or 07846 669890. Every Wednesday OPEN MIC NIGHT Black Lion, Bridge St, Hereford, 01432 266000. Every Wednesday FOLK SESSION Railway Inn, Forden, near Welshpool, 8pm, 01938 580120. Every Wednesday ACOUSTIC, CONTEMPORARY & TRADITIONAL FOLK SESSIONS Knighton Hotel, Broad St, Knighton, 8.30pm, details from Terry, 01547 530588. Every Wednesday ACOUSTIC SESSION Prince of Wales, Ledbury, 8.45pm, 01531 632250. 2nd Wednesday STRANGE KIN BLUES SESSION Primarily blues, but all styles welcome. Raven, Welshpool, 8pm, email blue.raven@hotmail.co.uk free. 2nd Wednesday OPEN MIC NIGHT Stockton Cross Inn, Kimbolton, near Leominster, 8.30pm, 01568 612509. 2nd Wednesday JAM SESSION White Horse Inn, Clun, 8.30pm onwards. 01588 640305. 3rd Wednesday FOLK/ACOUSTIC SESSION Any style, Crown Inn, Clunton, 9pm, 01588 660226. Every Thursday JAZZ JAM Queen’s Head, St James St, Monmouth, 01600 712767. 1st Thursday SESSION The Alma, Linton, 8.30pm, all welcome, 07779 144005. 1st Thursday OPEN MIC NIGHT The Bridge, Tenbury Wells, call to book your slot, all welcome, 01584 810434. 3rd Thursday FOLK NIGHT Castle Inn, Knucklas, 7pm till late, 01547 528223. 3rd Thursday OPEN MIC Spread Eagle, King St, Hereford, phone to book a slot, 01432 272205. 4th Thursday ACOUSTIC MUSIC Folk, blues, 60s or any other genre welcome. The Sun, High St, Clun, 9pm. Contact Dave Wright 01588 640552. 1st Friday ACOUSTIC SESSION The Unicorn, Corve St, Ludlow, 8:30pm. Contact: Ann Gray 01584 879 348. 1st Friday FOLK SESSION Led by The Pedigrees, all welcome. Spread Eagle, King St, Hereford, 01432 272205. 3rd Friday TRADITIONAL SESSIONING, DANCE CLASSES & LIVE BANDS A band will play at the beginning of each night from 8pm and lead an open session afterwards. Llanfyllin Workhouse, 01691 649062. 3rd Friday ACOUSTIC FOLK MUSIC & SONG SESSION The New Inn, Bartestree, Hereford. Last Friday OPEN MIC NIGHT With Big String Music. Sun Inn, Leintwardine, 8pm, 07885 467673. 5th Friday SESSION Nelson Inn, Ludlow, 01584 872908.

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-onWye 01497 820033. BELL HOTEL, Commercial St, Newtown 01686 625540 BAYHORSE INN, BROMYARD 01885 482600. BELL INN, Etnam St, Leominster 01568 612818 THE BRIDGE HOTEL, Tenbury Wells 01584 810434. THE BRIDGE, Ludlow 01584 872963 CARAD, East St, Rhayader, 01597 810192 CHARLTON ARMS, Ludlow, 01584 872813 THE COURTYARD, Edgar St, Hereford. 01432 340555 THE DUKES ARMS, Presteigne 01544 267318 DUN COW, Shrewsbury 01743 356408 THE EXCHANGE, Newtown 01686 621814. GARWAY VILLAGE HALL, Hereford 01981 580056 THE GEORGE & DRAGON, Knighton 01547 528532 GLEANINGS, near Bishop’s Castle, 01743 891412 THE GOLDEN CROSS INN, Sutton St Nicholas, Hereford 01432 880274. GRAPE VAULTS, Broad St, Leominster 01568 611404. THE GRANARY, Leominster 01568 614290. THE GROVE HOTEL, Bell Vue, Shrewsbury, 01743 271227 THE HARP INN, Glasbury-on-Wye 01497 847373 THE HERDSMAN, Widemarsh St, Hereford, 01432 277330 HOLLY BUSH INN, Near Hay-on-Wye, 01497 847371. HOPE & ANCHOR, Rope Walk, Wye St, Ross-on-Wye. 01989 563003. KNIGHTON & DISTRICT COMMUNITY CENTRE, Knighton 07751 221487. LICHFIELD VAULTS, Church St, Hereford. 01432 266821 LION BALLROOM, Broad St, Leominster. 01568 611588 THE LOWFIELD INN, Marton, Welshpool 01743 891313 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 OXFORD ARMS, Duke St, Kington 01544 230322 THE PLOUGH INN, Whitecross Road, Hereford 01432 352300 THE RETREAT, Ledbury, 01531 632766. ROSE & CROWN, Tenbury Wells, 01584 811336 ROYAL OAK, Presteigne, 01544 260842. TALBOT HOTEL, Tregaron, 01974 298719 THEATR BRYCHEINIOG, Canal Wharf, Brecon 01874 611622 THEATR HAFREN, Llanidloes Road, Newtown 01686 625007 THE THREE ELMS, Hereford. 01432 273338. 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 YORKSHIRE HOUSE, St Mary’s St, Shrewsbury 01743 362622

band directory

ARTHUR MILLS & THE BLACK EYE FRIDAYS Acoustic/ Folk 4 piece band playing lively original songs, with varied influences, and given an original edge. Please visit our website to watch our videos and enjoy 4 songs recorded in the ‘Shed of Dreams’. www.arthurmills.com Contact : info@arthurmills.com or phone Eggy : 07976 433753. BABY BOOMER MUSIC. Respected electro-acoustic guitarist/singer with huge repertoire of songs and instrumentals from the 60s and 70s, especially Beatles, Paul Simon, James Taylor. Available for birthdays, anniversaries, functions. Friendly and professional. Call Ray Stroud 07962 916333 or email raystrack@talo5.plus.com THE BAGGAGE HANDLERS - acoustic duo playing classic covers from the likes of R.E.M. to Johnny Cash, Snow Patrol to The Jam. We can be contacted at www.facebook.com/thebaggagehandlers www.myspace. com/baggagehandlersmusic or simply ring 07824 787168. BANDAMANIA Bright and Breezy traditional music for ceilidhs, local and special events. Multi-instrumental community band with own caller Contact Sue Harris 01547 560950 MARTIN BLAKE: Fingerpickin’ good guitar, banjo and vocals, solo or with a variety of bands from duo to six piece, including Whiskey River (5/6 piece playing swamp music from America’s Deep South with fiddle, Cajun accordion and sax), The Whiskey River Boys (duo version of the same), The Grass Snakes (5 piece trad bluegrass band with high lonesome harmony vocals), Blakes III (an eclectic acoustic trio with fiddle, clarinet, guitar and 3 part harmony) and The Blake Plowman Hot Band (red hot 4 piece rocking country band). Pubs, Clubs, Weddings, Divorces, etc. Contact: 07846 669890 or 01432 342018. Email: info@martinblake.org Website: www.martinblake. org RUTH BOWEN'S Gardenia Swing - smooth vocals/d.bass led jazz & swing. From duo to sextet. 01874 690502 or email ruthbowenjazz@btinternet.com, website www.ruthbowenjazz.com CANOL folk band. From Welsh and Irish to American old time and French Canadian played on fiddle, mandolin and guitar. Ceilidhs, twmpathau, barn dances, festivals, concerts, parties, birthdays, weddings, anything, anytime, anywhere. www.canolmusic.co.uk. Phone Martin on 01743 850154 or email: hugillm@hotmail.co.uk CUCKOO ALE CEILIDH BAND Not just an ordinary ceilidh band, but an extraordinary ceilidh band! Squeeze box, keyboard and percussion with expert calling. See www.cuckooaleband.co.uk or email bev.langton@talk21. com or phone 07799 408297. STEADY EDD & THE BOOGIEMEN Boogie Woogie and its best, jazz and soul - let the good times roll! Contact Edd, on 01432 769077, www.steadyedd.co.uk THE DETAILS Acoustic Folk-Art band formed around highly original songwriters Andy Morton and Dave Carroll. Songs to savour range from the heartfelt to the hilarious; from delta blues through wistful ballads to pacey rockers. A listening band (or duo) for pubs, clubs, arts centres, book fairs, festivals. See and hear more on www. thedetails.org.uk and www.facebook.com/thedetails2 Tel 01531 670623 or email david@carroll.org.uk DEJA VU are a totally live three piece band using guitars, keyboards, electronic drums and vocal harmony to create their unique blend of 60s nostalgia, classic pop, etc. Like the music they play, they have matured well! To see and hear us visit our website www.dejavutenbury.com or contact Bill Pitt on 01584 819394.

DIRTY RAY Renegade roots. ‘Gut-bucket, workbench blues’ Mojo. ‘Plug him in and watch him go!’ Sheep Music. 01982 560710 / 07904 079469 www.dirtyray.co.uk DR. JAZZ 4-6 piece stompin’ trad jazz band, lots of old fav’s with energy, vigour and fun. Guarranteed to get those feet tapping. CD demo available Contact Kate for bookings 01544 350646, sosvisionary@hotmail.com FFONIC: with foot-stomping rhythms and haunting harmonies, Ffonic plays an uplifting, eclectic repertoire of traditional music from just about everywhere for fairs and festivals, celebratory parties, ceilidh dances, charity events etc. Affordable prices. Contact Mark on 01686 412307 or email: ffonic@lineone.net. Website: www.ffonic.co.uk FLATWORLD Roots ‘n’ grooves from Eastern Europe and beyond. Lively five-piece band with magnificent tunes and kicking rhythm for your festival, wedding, party or pub. Also circle dancing with caller. Contact Neil on 01684 569611 or 07866 021489; visit www.flat-world.org.uk or email info@flat-world.org.uk THE FLOK Duo/Trio/Band suitable for most occasions. Kate Thomas lends her stunning voice to a refreshing mix of material from the likes of KT Tunstall, Pink and Mumford & Sons, ably supported by Dave Luke (guitar/mandolin/vocals) and a solid but subtle rhythm section. Dave 07967 029159 Kate 07817 019918 daveluke1@hotmail.com - or like us on Facebook! THE HERBERT SPLIFFINGTON ALLSTARS featuring SATCH DIXON Excellent ska, reggae, calypso and jazz 5/8 piece with Satch Dixon, charismatic Jamaican vocal/ percussionist who has worked with Bob Marley. Also The Art Blank Combo - groove/latin/jazz/reggae 4 piece + Sir Lord Herbert - World Music DJ. 0781 2512891, pete.beresford@yahoo.co.uk. HOT CLIMATE Ultimate party band, best 6-piece line up ever. For top musical entertainment at your party/ wedding/festival or corporate function. Book now! New footage on www.hotclimate.co.uk. Contact Charlie 01568 613895 or mobile 07702 528088 anytime! HOT FEAT Sensational seven-piece soul band performing covers of all the soul greats, including Aretha, James Brown, Wilson Pickett and Sam and Dave. As well as more recent artists like Adele and Amy Winehouse. Tel: 07984 816847 or www.hotfeat.org.uk THE JOHN HARDMAN BAND Uncompromising power rock and heavy blues. Experienced band playing guitar driven rock. We play some originals plus Rory, The Stones, Zep, Tull, The Who, Hendrix and much more. We play pubs, corporate events, weddings and festivals. Give Mick a ring on 07864 705156. See us play on Youtube. JON WATSON - Boogie Woogie, jazz and blues piano and vocals. Taking bookings now. Solo or trio available 01432 266591 or 07954 288163 jon.watson4@talktalk.net KEYGREEN An Acoustic melting pot of sonorous vocal harmonies, guitar, sax, clarinet, harmonica and percussion. Original music and carefully chosen covers led by Herefordshire based brother and sister duo Tom and Nicky Jaques. KeyGreen play as a duo but also work with several other local musicians for full band gigs - their unique sound is a great backdrop for pub and festival gigs or small intimate venues. Contact Nicky or Tom for more info. www.keygreenmusic.co.uk www.facebook.com/ KeyGreenMusic nickyjaquesmusic@gmail.com 07817 268689 / 078377 13384. LITTLE RUMBA A classy four piece band featuring Hugh, John, Jacqui & Pete, from The Tango Band and The Rumbajax, playing moody, melancholy music everything from East European and South American to the Blues. Viola, violin, accordion, saxophones, guitar, vocals and bass. 01547 520339 www.littlerumba.com

BOB MARSHALL "The Entertainer" Solo vocalist/ guitarist/entertainer, performing an assortment of covers from 50s to the 90s, from The Monkees to Meatloaf and all sorts in between. Available for pubs, bars, weddings and parties etc. With over 25 years experience. “The Entertainer” always delivers a good time. Please phone for more details 01981 250775 / 07990 800217. Email: bob1marshall@hotmail.co.uk MELOMANICS Really fun duo, trio, or full Ceilidh band, more than just great music - stilts as well if appropriate! Modern, traditional and original tunes with a cosmopolitan flavour. (Specialité: Timoléon pour vos soirées Françaises). Ideal for parties, weddings, fund raising events, festivals, shows, pubs, restaurants etc. For info call Tim on 01743 719438 or Rich 01743 718612, email tim@melomanics.co.uk, website www.melomanics.co.uk A MONTH OF SUNDAYS With electric and acoustic guitars, mandolin, harmonicas, pipes, percussion and vocals, this Ledbury-based four/five piece ensemble plays fresh interpretations of folk, jazz and blues classics with a sprinkling of effulgent originals thrown in for good measure. For festivals, parties and pub bookings, Nick Trigg on 07938 889976, email isoundprooftrigg@hotmail.co.uk or efsl.porter@btinternet.com website amos-uk.co.uk facebook.com/amonthofsundaysuk MOSTLY JOHN CEILIDH BAND Cast aside that economic gloom. Why not let our merry minstrels, aided by the lovely Pammy (“no, no, no!”) restore your joie de vivre at your party, wedding or knees-up. Contact John 01588 661096. MUCH ADO - The band for your ceilidh or barn dance. 5-piece band with caller for ceilidhs, barn dances, weddings, parties, shows, fetes, etc. Contact Alan Oberman 01982 570432, email alan.oberman@gmail.com or Peter Watts 01497 831424, email peterwatts135@btinternet.com. See website www.muchadoband.com PICKIN’ IN THE KITCHEN PITK presents acoustic bluegrass music from the ‘Appalachian Mountains of Herefordshire’, featuring tight harmony singing, sparkling foot-tapping instrumentals and plenty of witty banter. This is a traditional six piece band, featuring fiddle, mandolin, 5 string banjo, guitars and double bass, playing classic American bluegrass (“folk music in overdrive”). Contact: pitk@banquo.co.uk or Bob on 01544 318513 or Ian on 01432 860221. SEAN SAYE Music from the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s. Great party music, capturing the retro vibe. Contact tel: 07588 409059 or email seansaye@yahoo.co.uk. Website www.seansaye.com. RHYTHM THIEVES Funky, folky and fun, The Rhythm Thieves, who have been gigging locally and nationwide, are a lively ‘must see’ band. Blending exceptional musicianship, intricate melodic counterpoint with John’s banjo to create an unforgettable but highly entertaining night out. Tel: 01568 770 134 www.rhythmthieves.co.uk SILVER BRANCH Ceilidh/folk band, complete with caller and PA system. Multi-instrumental 5-piece band playing traditional Irish/world music and contemporary tunes. David: 01981 540832, Anna: 07980 961187. SOUL SUPPLY 6-piece soul, Motown and R & B Party Band. Guaranteed to turn your event into a hive of nonstop dance floor activity. Available for weddings, parties and corporate events. Full PA, lights, staging and disco as required. 079905 75531 or 01568 708868 www.soulsupplyband.co.uk info@soulsupplyband.co.uk

SPIRIT OF TANGO Stylish café-jazz trio with a Latin/ French flavour featuring Phil Bond (accordion), Dave Carroll (guitar), and Mike Green (double bass).Polished, ear-catching performances in styles from samba to Django unfailingly provide a lively ambience at private parties, weddings and corporate functions. Check us out at www.spiritof tango.co.uk Tel 01531 670623 or email david@carroll.org.uk STOMPING GROUND Lively 3 piece covers band. Classic soul, rock ‘n’ roll, funk, classic pop (Tom Jones, Spencer Davis etc). Fronted by drummer vocalist Richie Lund ex Soul Survivors. Just give us a corner of your bar or lounge and we WILL entertain you. Ideal for parties. Contact Richie 01584 811500 / 07817 620644 www.stomping-ground.co.uk THE SULTANA BROTHERS Fine R&B from one of the best bands around! The ultimate hip swingin’, foot tappin’ party band - guaranteed to help you dance the night away. For bookings/enquiries contact Phil 07791 129391 or Adam 07855 037092. Website www.thesultanabrothers. vpweb.co.uk or find us on Facebook.com/thesultanabros TAFRAF (formerly A Band ‘n Hope). This long established local Youth Ceilidh Band can provide all you need for your Charity Ceilidh, wedding or private party. Contact Caller, Dave Rogers, on 07776 395070 for availability and rates. THE BOY & THE FLATPACK BAND: The Boy (aka Clive Williams) casts his ironic, lazy eye over the burning issues of today, whilst the Flatpack Band backing rummages through the toybox of pop with intricate horn & woodwind arrangements. Zany, relevant and danceable, this sustainably funny band is ideal for a party, festival or any environmentally conscious event. We can also offer a pedal-powered, off-grid PA option that won’t cost the Earth!! Telephone Richie on 01544 231236 or email: richie@momentary-lapse.co.uk THE TRENSETTS ROCK BAND: Good dancin’ good listenin’. Real authentic music. For parties, weddings, clubs, pubs. Reasonable fees. Contact Gwyn on 01686 625665 /07831 557292. THE VILLAGE QUIRE Thrilling unaccompanied harmonies - this twelve-voice ensemble bring you music from the West Gallery, Folk and Shape-note traditions, all woven together with words and stories from a time gone by performed by local actor Phil Smith. A selection of programmes and West Gallery workshops available to suit your event. “I liked the first song you did, then I liked the second... I kept waiting for one I wouldn’t like but there wasn’t one!” Dave/Cheryl on 01497 847676 or visit www.villagequire.org.uk to find out more. WHEN IN ROME Female fronted 4-piece. Songs to dance to from 60’s to present day. Available for pubs, parties and weddings. https://www.facebook.com/WhenInRome TheBand email:when-in-rome@hotmail.co.uk 07929 367366 or 07811 819871. PAUL WRIGHTSON Professional singer-guitarist with extensive repertoire; pop, rock, blues, standards, instrumentals and original compositions. Accomplished performer with wide experience of functions, parties and festivals. Tel 01584 876584, mobile 07729 059847, email paul.wrightson@gmail.com XL'S Maximum R'n'B, Feelgood Rock & Roll. 01588 650686. ZIGGY STARDUST EXPERIENCE The Spiders from Kington play early Bowie; from “Space Oddity” to “Aladdin Sane” in full costume! Available for festivals, gigs and parties. Release Your Inner Starman - Let All The Children Boogie! Call Richie Cotterill on 07777 661252.

theatre PERFORMANCE

Sun 1 September HENRY IV PART 1 & 2 WILLOW GLOBE COMPANY. A rare opportunity to see both parts of Shakespeare’s mighty Henry IV in the rural charm of Mid Wales. Relish an Elizabethan Feast sandwiched between Parts 1 and 2. Willow Globe Theatre, Penlanole, Llanwrthwl, near Llandrindod Wells, 2pm, £10 adults, £5 under 12s, 01597 811487. Wed 4 - Sun 8, Wed 11 - Sun 15 September NO FIT STATE BIANCO TURNING SAVAGE. Sensational contemporary circus. Sixteen performers and electrifying live band immerse the audience in an all-consuming promenade experience. The Big Top, Brycheiniog Theatre Car Park, phone for times, £14/£12, family ticket £48, 01874 611622. Thurs 5 September PUNK ROCK A play by Simon Stephens which concerns a group of private school sixth formers during their A Level mock exams. Studio Theatre, The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.45pm, £7.50, 01432 340555.

Fri 4 October WHO’S AFRAID OF RACHEL ROBERTS From minister’s daughter to Oscar-nominated, boozesoaked, shockingly foul-mouthed Hollywood star Rachel Roberts. But even in her darkest moments, no-one escaped her bleak and scathing sense of humour, least of all herself... For ages 16+. Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, £12, 01600 772467.

Sun 8, 15, 22 & 29 & Wed 18 & 25 September IN THIS PLACE PENTABUS THEATRE presents a unique audio theatre experience. Through headphones whilst following a circular walk from the Bog Visitor Centre, this new play immerses you into a world of stories and events connected to the landscape and based on real women’s stories. Bog Visitor Centre, Stiperstones, £6/£5, pre-booking essential, 0845 680 1926, www.pentabus.co.uk, www.bogcentre. co.uk for directions.

MUSICAL THEATRE & OPERA

Thurs 12 & Fri 13 September SHERLOCK HOLMES... THE DEATH AND LIFE GUILDFORD’S YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE. A wryly humorous tale of murder, mystery and the occult, illustrating the conﬂict between an author’s intentions and the rebellious personalities of his literary creations. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £14/£12, 01743 281281. Sat 14 September TREASURE ISLAND Jim Hawkins and his mother are happy running the Admiral Benbow Inn untill the arrival of an old sea dog, Billy Bones... Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 7.30pm, 01584 811442. Thurs 19 September DEREK ACORAH - THE ETERNAL SPIRITS TOUR The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, £18.50, 01432 340555. Mon 23 September AN EVENING OF CLAIRVOYANCE With spiritual medium, Emily Baker. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7.15pm, £10. All proceeds to Midlands Air Ambulance, 01584 878141. Wed 25 September HAHA HOLMES! AND THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES Theatre’s funniest parodists as Holmes and Watson embark on their most dangerous adventure yet... hunting down The Hound of the Baskervilles. Staring Joe Pasquale, Ben Langley and Andrew Gettes. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £20, 01743 281281.

Sat 28 September TIN ROCKET Awarding winning Niki McCretton posses a charm which enables her work to be enjoyed by everyone, of all ages. An evening of comedy, stand up, space travel and scones! Assembly Rooms, Presteigne 7.30pm £8/£6 tickets available on line from www.wegottickets and in person from the Judge’s Lodgings and No. 46 the Wine Bar.

Mon 7 October SHAKESPEARE SCHOOLS FESTIVAL Working with 1000 secondary, primary and special schools all over the UK, making it possible for them to stage abridged Shakespeare productions in their local theatre. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7pm, £8.50/£6.50, 01743 281281.

Every Thurs throughout September SUMMER MUSIC HALL LLANDRINDOD WELLS THEATRE COMPANY presents a variety show. Albert Hall, Theatre, Llandrindod Wells, 8.15pm, £8.50, £4 children on the door. Thurs 5 & Sat 7th September & October ALBERT HERRING MID WALES OPERA. A unique opportunity to enjoy Britten’s classic comic depiction of village life, Albert Herring. It is time for the sleepy village of Loxford to choose a May Queen but none of the local girls quite ﬁt the bill... 5 & 7 Sept - Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 7.30pm, pre-performance talk 6.30pm, £26 - £12, 01686 614555. 9 Oct - Borough Theatre, Abergavenny, 01873 850805. 15 Oct - Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 01743 281281. 17 Oct - Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 01874 611622. 23 Oct - Arts Centre, Aberystwyth, 01970 623232. 25 Oct - The Courtyard, Hereford, 01432 340555. Sat 7 September OUR HOUSE YOUNG PERFORMERS THEATRE GROUP presents a jukebox musical love story with all the great hits from Madness. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 2.30pm & 7.30pm, £15-£10, 01743 281281.

Sat 7 September THE IMPERFECT PEARL A baroque musical fairytale by Mark Latimer. A specially written story based on the life and music of Italian composer Domenico Zipoli. Music Barn, Hellen’s Manor, Much Marcle, 7.30pm, £12.50, 07772 662159. www.perolabarroca.com

Thurs 12 September LARKIN’ ABOUT Sunny Ormonde and John Telfer explore the fascinating world of Philip Larkin through his wit, words, women and music. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, £12.50/£11.50, 01432 340555. Sat 14 September CALL MR ROBESON - A LIFE, WITH SONGS Tayo Aluko revives the world famous actor, singer and civil rights campaigner Paul Robeson in this powerful, compelling tour-de-force performance. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £14/£12, 01743 281281.

NIGHTJAR FOLK

Tues 17 September BARBWR SEFIL OPRA CYMRU brings its Welsh-language version of Rossini’s popular comedy classic. Wyeside, Builth Wells, 7.30pm, £14/£12, 01982 552555. Thurs 19 September AN EVENING OF BURLESQUE A rioutous romp into the world of burlesque and cuttingedge variety. For ages 18+. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £23.50, 01743 281281. Tues 24 - Fri 27 September PETER PAN MUSICAL GET YOUR WIGLE ON presents a sparkling musical adaptation of the family classic about the boy who refuses to grow up. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7pm, £13/£11, 01743 281281. Fri 27 September CALL ME DUSTY IGNITION presents the music, while exploring the dichotomy of the private person of Dusty Springﬁeld. Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, £12, 01600 772467.

LIVE MUSIC

Sun 29 September PHANTOM & THE MUSICALS From Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables, Evita, Grease and many more. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £19, 01743 281281. Mon 30 Sept - Sat 5 October SAVE THE LAST DANCE FOR ME BILL KENWRIGHT & LAURIE MANSFIELD. For the ﬁrst time without their parents, the siblings embark on a holiday to the seaside. Full of freedom and high spirits they meet a handsome young American who invites them to a dance at the local US Air Force base... Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, Wed & Sat matinees 2.30pm, £30-£24, 01743 281281.

JASON & THE ARGONAUTS

Sat 5 & Sun 6 October FAME THE MUSICAL STAGE 2 bring this high-energy show to the stage. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £10/£9, 01743 281281.

CHILDREN’S THEATRE Mon 2 September POSTMAN PAT See Pat and his friends live on stage with an exciting new story based around the forthcoming feature ﬁlm. The Courtyard, Hereford, 1pm & 3.30pm, £12.50/£10.50, family ticket £42, 01432 340555.

DRAMA WORKSHOPS

The Little Big Club Tues 10 & Wed 11 September ALIENS LOVE UNDERPANTS Based on the book by Claire Freedman and Ben Cort. This zany, hilarious tale is brought to life with stunning effects, madcap action, original music and lots of aliens. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, Tues 1.30pm, Wed 10.30am & 1.30pm, £12, children £8.50, 01743 281281. Sat 25 & Sun 26 September THE LITTLE BIG CLUB HIT ENTERTAINMENT & PREMIER PRODUCTIONS. Brings together kids favourites Barney, Bob The Builder, Angelina Ballerina, Pingu, Fiﬁ and the Flowertots and Fireman Sam, all live on stage. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 1pm & 3.30pm, 01743 281281. Fri 27 September - Tues 1 October JASON & THE ARGONAUTS A COURTYARD PRODUCTION. Jason is an ordinary human in a world bursting with gods, monsters and superheroes! The Courtyard, Hereford, phone for times, £12/£10, 01432 340555.

Wed 4 - Fri 6 September BENJAMIN BRITTEN - OPERA GENIUS Join Mid Wales Opera with this short residential course: for those who know Britten’s operatic works, the chance to explore them in depth, and for those who are less familiar the opportunity to learn about one of Britain’s greatest composers. With guests Michael Berkeley, Paul Kildea and Michael McCarthy, plus harpist Hannah Stone and tenor Nicy Spence. Gregynog, near Newtown, £195 includes all meals, two nights accommodation and a trip to the premiere of MWO’s new production Albert Herring at Theatr Hafren. Day rates also available. More details from 01686 650224, www.midwalesopera.co.uk Fri 20 September, Fri 4 & Fri 18 October GLOBE ON GLOBE A bespoke workshop/screening season, featuring three productions from the Globe Theatre, London, each matched with a ‘Talking & Doing’ workshop from the HaveA-Go Shakespeare team. Wyeside Theatre, Builth Wells, 11am-1pm workshop, 2pm screening, 01982 552555. HAY SENIOR YOUTH THEATRE For 12-17 year olds. Will start in September at The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, time and date to be conﬁrmed. Call Janine Sharp on 07733 055430 for details or to express an interest. Mondays YOUTH THEATRE Conquest Theatre, Bromyard. Ages 6-11 4.30-5.30pm, ages 11-14 6-7.30pm, ages 14-18 7.30-9.30pm, £25 & £30 per term, 01432 340555. Mondays NO STRINGS ATTACHED Puppetry and Mask Theatre with The Fetch Theatre Co. Ages 7-11, 5-6pm, 11-16, 6.30-8pm. Ludlow Assembly Rooms, 01584 878141.

MORE THAN MEMORIALS

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

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Tuesdays THE ITC / IMPROV THEATRE For ages 11-25, £24 for 6 week block. SpArC, Bishop’s Castle, 3.45-5.15pm, 01588 630243.

Wednesdays THE COURTYARD KIDS For reception - Year 2, led by Helen Durant, £65 per term. The Courtyard, Hereford, 01432 340555.

Tuesdays YOUTH THEATRE IN WIGMORE Wigmore group runs at Teme Valley Youth Project, 3.30-4.30pm for 6-11 year olds, 5-6.30pm for 11-16 years old. £40 per term. 01568 770110 or visit www.courtyard.org.uk

Wednesdays and Fridays INTERMEDIATE YOUTH THEATRE Year 10s Wed and Year 11s Fridays. The Courtyard, Hereford, £60 per term, 01432 340555.

Tuesdays YOUTH THEATRE Drama workshop for 7-14 year-olds after school. Ledbury Market Theatre, 01432 383663. Every Thurs ADULT DRAMA CLUB AT THE GLOBE IN HAY for anyone interested in having a lot of fun trying out some performance skills with Janine Sharp. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 7-30pm-9-30pm. £6. Janine on 07733 055430. Alternate Wednesdays APPLESTROODLE IMPROVISATION THEATRE WORKSHOPS FOR GROWN-UPS! (16 plus). Elim Church Hall, Lower Galdeford, Ludlow, SY8 1RN. 7.30-9pm, £5/session. No experience required, just sense of humour. Details on www.appletreetheatre.co.uk Wednesdays KINGTON YOUTH THEATRE With Kington Primary School. Wed - Years 5 & 6, 4-5.30pm. Years 7,8 & 9 5.30-7pm. Senior 7.15pm-8.45pm, £40 per term, 01432 340555.

Thursdays and Saturdays SHROPSHIRE YOUTH THEATRE Providing training in a range of theatre skills for ages 5-25. All abilities welcome. The Hive, Belmont, Shrewsbury. Contact Maggie Love: 07813 026367. Tuesdays SENIOR YOUTH THEATRE The Courtyard, Hereford, £62 term, 01432 340555. Thursdays IMPULSIVE THEATRE COMPANY Theatre games and performance to develop the fundamental skills of improvisation theatre, including teamwork, storytelling, character development and more. For ages 13-19. The Hive, 5 Belmont, Shrewsbury, 5-6.45pm, 07916 277928. Fridays and Saturday JUNIOR YOUTH THEATRE For Year 3 - 9 led by either David Durant or Ellen Dorsett. The Courtyard, Hereford, £75 per term, 01432 340555. Saturdays PETERCHURCH DRAMA AND FUN CLUB Open to all abilities. For ages 6-12, 10am-11.30pm, £3 per session, 01432 340555. Every Saturday HAY YOUTH THEATRE AT THE GLOBE IN HAY for ages 7-11. Excl. half term, 10.30-12.30pm, £6. Loads of fun! Call Janine Sharp on 07733 055430.

word Poetry & Storytelling

Mon 2 September RED PARROT POETRY READINGS Line up includes Keith Chandler, Jim Dening and Miriam Obrey. No. 46 Wine Bar, High St, Presteigne, 7.30pm, £4 includes a glass of wine, 01544 267675. Thurs 19 September FAMILY STORYTELLING SESSION Led by storyteller Carol Graham. Castle Green Community Centre, Hereford, 5.45-6.45pm, £3.50 per accompanied child, plus £1 each additional sibling. info@storyplay@gmail.com

Mon 16 September STEWART LEE - MUCH A-STEW ABOUT NOTHING Following the sell-out Carpet Remnant World, the acclaimed writer and comedian presents a mixed stew of unrelated ideas. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £20, 01743 281281.

Fri 27 September TS ELLIOT POETRY PRIZE TOUR Three of the world-class poets who have been shortlisted in recent years will be reading their work, alongside a well-known local poet. There will also be a book signing. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7pm, 01584 878141.

Fri 20 September ANDREW LAWRENCE: THERE IS NO ESCAPE As seen on BBC1’s ‘Live At The Apollo’. The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock, 8pm, £15/£13, 08448 700887. Fri 20 September WYESIDE COMEDY CLUB Wyeside, Builth Wells, 8pm, £10/£8, 01982 552555.

Fri 27 September BEGUILDY: THE LIFE AND LOVES OF MARY WEBB Janie Mitchell and Anne Marie Summers perform song settings of her poems, revealing her passionate, melancholy nature. Moving yet humorous biographical anecdotes chart the narrative of her short and eccentric life. With vocal harmonies, harp, dulcimer, guitar and clarinet. The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock, £8/£5, 08448 700887.

Fri 27 September KERFUFFLE COMEDY CLUB An evening of stand-up comedy. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 7.30pm, £5, 01497 821762.

Mon 7 October PAM AYRES Bringing her latest show to Hereford to coincide with the publication of her new book of poetry, copies of which she will be signing after the show. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, £22.50, 01432 340555.

Comedy

Fri 6 & Fri 20 September COURT LAUGHING COMEDY CLUB 6 Sept Dan Thomas, Hayley Ellis and Patrick Morris. 20 Sept - Pat Cahill, Julian Dean and Romesh Ranganathan. The Courtyard, Hereford, 8.30pm, £12.50, 01432 340555.

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Sat 7 September & Sat 5 October COMEDY CLUB 4KIDS Top comedians from across the UK, doing what they do best... but without the rude bits. Studio Theatre, The Courtyard, Hereford, £8/£7, 01432 340555. Tues 10 September COMEDY & CURRY Telford Comedy Club, 8pm, book a meal beforehand for £5 including a line up of great comedians. Show-only and meal-only options also available, 01952 610888.

Fri 13 - Sun 15 September SHREWSBURY FIELDS FOREVER FESTIVAL Three day music, art and comedy festival. Comedy includes Dylan Moran, Sanderson Jones, Carl Donnelly, Brett Goldstein, Alexis Bubus, Johnny Candon, Chris Washington, Wendy Watson plus more. The West Midland/Shropshire Showground, Berwick Rd, Shrewsbury, from £18-£69 for a weekend ticket with camping, www.shrewsburyﬁeldsforever.com

Fri 27 September TELFORD COMEDY CLUB Six experienced and professional comics. The Elephant & Castle, Dawley, Telford, 8.30pm, £3 in advance, £5 on the day, telfordcomedy.webs.com Sat 28 September ANDY PARSONS - I’VE GOT A SHED Live, sharp, topical comedy, for ages 16+. Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 8pm, 01600 772467. Fri 4 October JUSTIN MOORHOUSE - JUSTIN TIME Expect stories about owls, family fun days, dogs and kids. The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock, 8pm, £15, 08448 700887.

Talks

Tues 3 September & Tues 1 October BRECKNOCK DECORATIVE & FINE ARTS SOCIETY Lecture programme. 3 Sept - ‘Up The Nile with Amelia: A Victorian Voyage’ with Amelia Edwards. 1 Oct ‘Pipers and Tune: John and Myfanwy Piper and the music of Benjamin Britten’. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 2.30pm, £40 annual subscription, visitors £7.50 per lecture, 01874 625679. Sat 7 September BLOFELD & BAXTER: MEMORIES OF TEST MATCH SPECIAL The fun spills out from the most globe’s most famous grounds to taxis, buses, beaches, deserts and hotels. Anecdotes never before heard of the most legendary players. Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, £18.50, 01600 772467, www.monmouth-savoy.co.uk

Tues 10 September ROSS LIBRARY DEVELOPMENT GROUP Local author, Paul Costello talks about the pleasures and challenges of writing creative non-ﬁction, including his work, ‘Utterly Undiscovered’, a comic Bed and Breakfast memoir. Dennis Potter Room, Ross Library, 7pm, 01432 383280. Wed 11 September THE CHATEAUX AND GARDENS OF NORMANDY Civic Society Lecture, by Mrs Helen McCabe, NADFAS lecturer. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7.30pm, £2 members, £4 non-members, pennywake@mac.com Wed 18 September TEME VALLEY DECORATIVE & FINE ARTS SOCIETY The Hitler Emigres: Their Impact on British Artistic and Cultural Life. Lecture by university lecturer, author and broadcaster, Mr Daniel Snowman. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 2.15pm, £7 on the door, 01584 711477. Fri 20 September SALLEY VICKERS Meet the very popular author as she speaks about her new book, The Cleaner of Chartres. St Laurence’s Church, Ludlow, 7pm, £5 from Ludlow Library, 01584 875053. Sat 21 September HEREFORD ARTS AND CRAFTS SOCIETY ANNUAL LECTURE ‘Looking Through Landscape’. By Professor Allen Fisher. Studio Theatre, The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, £6/£5, 01432 340555. Sat 21 September THE BLEDDFA ANNUAL LECTURE ‘Humility: the Earthiest of Virtues’. Sir Mark Tully, writer and broadcaaster. The Bleddfa Centre, near Knighton, 11am, £10, 01547 550377, www.bleddfacentre.com Tues 24 September BRUCE KENT: TIME TO SCRAP TRIDENT Bruce is one of Britain’s most prominent peace activists and former Roman Catholic priest and is now honorary vice president of CND. St John’s Methodist Church, St Owen St, Hereford, 6.30pm, free. Wed 25 September FRIENDS OF LUDLOW MUSEUM ‘Gwendoline & Margaret Davies, Pioneer Collectors of Impressionism’. Illustrated talk by Oliver Firclough, Keeper of Art, National Museum of Wales. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 8pm, £6.50, 01584 878141. Fri 27 & Sat 28 September JACK THE RIPPER: A 21ST CENTURY INVESTIGATION Presented by Trevor Marriott, a retired British Police murder squad detective. His one-man show is packed with pictures from 1888 showing original crime scene photographs of victims and the suspects. 27 Sept Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £12, 01743 281281. 28 Sept - Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 7.45pm, £12, 01686 614555. Sat 28 September LUDLOW HISTORICAL RESEARCH GROUP ‘Facets of Ludlow - Nine Hundred Years of History’. Six presentations on the town’s history. Talks will be given by Jonathan Wood, Margaret Clark, John Barratt, Michael Page, Jean Brown and David Trumper. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 10am, £5, www.ludlowhistory.co.uk or email rosemary.wood9@btinternet.com

Workshops & Courses

Thurs 5 & 19 September PHILOSOPHY CAFE An informal gathering to bring philosophy to life. The Globe, Hay on Wye. 7.30pm, free. Sean O’Donoghue 01497 821762.

Sat 7 September BOOK FAIR Hightown Community Room, Clun, (turn left in front of the Parish Church), 10am – 3pm. In aid of St George’s Church, Clun. Light refreshments; £1 includes coffee. Starting September & October POPULAR WRITING COURSES Run in association with University of Aberystwyth Lifelong Learning by local author Lara Clough. Starting 25 Sept, 10 sessions - ‘Writing in Genre’, Oriel Davies Gallery, Newtown, 10.30am-12.30pm. Starting 26 Sept, 10 sessions - ‘Developing a Voice’, Wyeside, Builth Wells, 10.30am-12.30pm. Starting 8 Oct, 8 sessions - ‘Writing as a Creative Process’, Paradise Farm, Presteigne, 10.30am-1pm. Course fee £70/£60, 01970 621580. Information 07795 112431. SPANISH CLASSES & LATIN AMERICAN CULTURE Mondays 6-7pm, advanced and Film Club. Tuesdays 11.30am-1pm, Intermediate. Castle Green Pavilion, Hereford. Email: pato@agua.nu, 07587 234720. STORYTELLING WORKSHOPS IN HEREFORD Learn a new skill and develop personal creativity. Dates for 2013 - Oct 6th. Also sessions for Early Years; Primary Schools; Forest Schools; Special Needs and new Community Performances. www.storyspace.co.uk Every Tues, starting 10 September NEW SPANISH CLASSES Also Mon & Wed (intermediate and advanced), accessible for all. Fun and hard work. 10am-12pm in Hay-on-Wye. Book/info Mely, 01497 820991 or 078371 60505. madmex9chula@hotmail.co.uk Every Tues READING ROOM The Courtyard, Hereford, 10.30am-12.30pm, £48 per term, 01432 340555. First Wednesday of the month AYMESTREY POETRY GROUP Bring a poem to share or your own or an old favourite. The Riverside Inn, Aymestrey, 8pm. Tony Walton 01568 770177 or Meg Cox 01568 708160. First Wednesday of the month POETRY CAFE Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7pm, 01584 878141. Every Thursday PHILOSOPHY EVENING Falcon Hotel, Bromyard, 7.30pm. 4th Thurs of each month HAY-ON-WYE AMNESTY GROUP The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 7-8pm, 01497 821153. 4th Sunday of each month (excluding Bank Holidays) WINGED WORD Storytelling club, venue for the spoken word at the Six Bells, Bishop’s Castle, 8.00pm. Free. Mike 07816 133372. International Poetry Writers’ Collective: Abergavenny 01873 856350 Leominster Writers' Circle, Leominster Community Centre, 01568 610451. Mid-Border Arts Writers’ Circle, Presteigne 3rd Tue, Assembly Rooms, 7.30pm. 01544 260255 Tenbury Writers’ Group Tenbury Library, 01584 812585. Border Poets 01547 530380.

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Fracking is a Local Issue N

OT so long ago it was summer. And we were swimming in the rivers. Perhaps you were too … standing barefoot on cold wet earth, looking down into the dark depths of the river. Maybe you tested the water for degrees of extreme coldness with a cautious toe. You were sure you wanted to dive … I mean you’ve done more difficult things. The kids, maybe, if you have such things, were already splashing about merrily. “Don’t splash” you begged. Or perhaps shouted. The river was clear, stone brown and flowing deep. One dive. That’s all. You raised your arms, for the challenge, forefingers together, up on to your toes … and then paused. Perhaps you would wait till the sun came out from that little wispy cloud. Or maybe a sandwich first. But after another moment, where you nearly gave in, you thought about all the things you would never achieve … and you dived. Head and shoulders hit the water, cold gripped your heart and when you bobbed to the surface with hairstyle ruined you were totally and utterly jubilant. Like an idiot you celebrated. Like a wild thing. That’s what its like. Swimming in rivers. It’s another side of life. Not the civilised, have you paid you bills and filled out the appropriate forms side of life. The other side where nature has no price and is not idyllic, just real and powerful. And as the kids grow up, celebrate exam results, sign contracts, ease themselves into a jacket for the first job interview, perhaps this wild swimming memory will stay with them too, and somehow see them right. But now it is autumn … and here in Britain we have Fracking. Fracking is shorthand for an industrial process called hydro-fracturing. Basically, the oil and gas industries drill deep into the earth down to shale rock. Then they blast water, sand and chemicals between the layers of shale, to break up the rock and release gas and oil. As oil fields dwindle, this is one way to keep fossil fuels going for a bit longer. Its quite resource heavy and not good for the atmosphere although not as bad as coal, and from a local perspective there is, at the very least, a trade off to be agreed. For example, each fracking operation uses up lots of fresh local water … volume varies depending on geology and location … but a good estimate is between 2 and 6.4 million gallons for each frack. Afterwards the water, now contaminated by the powerful chemical agents needed to break up the rock such as Benzene, must be dealt with. If it got back into the water courses there would be a catastrophe, so these millions of gallons of wastewater must be transported somewhere and stored. Analysis suggests that to match the fuel we get from the North Sea we would need 10-20,000 wells… some above ground on the relatively small ‘drilling pads’ but with underground networks and wells, potentially running for miles deep under land and homes. It’s a big operation. Communities affected will get paid, presumably via local councils, and £100,000 is the going rate. On the other hand, rivers are more valuable than money anyway. Not

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just a place to swim in summer but part of a network that forms the mainstay of ecology and life in general, and in the event of serious spills, that value can’t really be compensated for. For this reason and others, Fracking is a local issue. So local people should be consulted. I really think that. In the event of local licence applications, we should look to our local councillors to ensure public consultation, to make sure that there is opportunity for fair and democratic process and to make sure the drilling companies, if planning is agreed, can be held to account. To make this work, communities need un-hyped, scientiﬁc, technological, complete not cherry picked facts. Sound, proven information should form the basis of our consultation. That’s fair. And also we need to know if there will be enough water, who pays for it, and what will happen to all the contaminated water. And yes we should hear the worse case scenarios and what happens in the event of a spill … there have been spills in America. Clean water is just as essential as energy. You can’t trade one for the other. And through all of this we should remember there are other options for energy although none of them may be perfect. Decisions like this have to be informed by real facts, not cash handouts, and they must put local ecology before corporate proﬁt. I think we deserve that. Rachel at www.sharpeningpencils.co.uk

Green Events Kington Walk Festival

Sat 14 September KINGTON SHOW Livestock, poultry, horticulture and domestic, dog show, local food and crafts and much more, 01432 850444, www.kingtonshow.co.uk Tues 17 Sept & Tues 15 Oct THE CART SHED GARDENING CLUB Course to take place in the beautiful walled garden at Newport House, Almeley. £35 per session, includes lunch, use of tools and other equipment, tuition and handouts. www.thecartshed.co.uk

Sun 1 September MORPHOLOGY Reptile show. Meet Corneal Custard the Boa Constrictor, Indie the Corn Snake and all their reptile friends. No. 46 Wine Bar, High St, Presteigne, 6pm, limited spaces per show, so booking advisable, £2 each, 01544 267675. Thurs 5 September CARING FOR GOD’S ACRE - VISIT TO THE LASKETT GARDENS Herefordshire home of Sir Roy Strong, who will welcome and give an introduction to the garden, which include a rose garden, pleached lime avenue, orchard, kitchen garden, knot garden, fountains and rich herbaceous borders. 5.30-7.30pm, £18 for CfGA members, £23 non-members to include wine and soft drinks, coach transport from Church Stretton, Craven Arms and Ludlow. 01588 673041 or email: info@cfga.org.uk Fri 6 - Sun 8 September EARTH-BAG BUILDING Learn the principles of how to build with earth using Super Adobe, this form of building allows for the creation of earth domes which are environmentally friendly, ecologically sound, versatile and affordable. Led by Julian Faulkner. Karuna Permaculture project, near Church Stretton, 01694 751374, www.karuna.org.uk

Thurs 19 - Sun 22 September KINGTON WALK FESTIVAL Talks, walks, music, workshops in and around Kington. Including Thurs 19 - A walk from Knighton to Kington on Offa’s Dyke with Rob Dingle and a talk on Offa’s Dyke given by him at The Oxford Arms, 7.30pm, £7.50 includes buffet. Fri 20 - Map Interpretation Workshop with Kevin Walker, Marwick Hall, 2pm, £5. The History of Cider Making, a talk by Penny Platts, Kington Primary School, 7.30pm, £2. www.kingtonwalks.org, Kington Tourist Information Centre or 0785 055 984. WOODS FOR WELLBEING Provides a variety of exciting, imaginative, good value, all year round nature activities and retreats for all, in beautiful locations in and around the Shropshire hills and borders. Our 2013 programme includes a New Year Retreat, Forage & Feast, Herbal Heaven, Festival of Lights Retreat and many more. Details please contact Julia Walling on 01584 874636, 07796 596451 or www.woodsforwellbeing. com

Sat 7 & Sun 8 September FESTIVAL OF NATURE AT WESTHOPE Suitable for all ages, there will be plenty of activities for those who love nature. An exciting exhibition of crafts celebrating nature, talks on garden birds & beekeeping, falconry display, pond dipping, etc. Westhope College, nr Craven Arms, 10am-4pm, free, 01584861293. info@westhope.org.uk Sun 8 September APPLE DAY Talks, workshops and events. Willow Globe Theatre, Penloanole, Llanwrthwl, near Rhayader, 2-5pm, 01597 811487. Fri 13 & Sat 14 September NATIONAL HERITAGE OPEN DAY Belmont Abbey, 10am-4.30pm, free, 01432 374747. Sat 14 September NEARLY WILD FAMILY EXPLORATION DAY The ﬁrst monthly Family Exploration day at Underhill Farm is the History of the Hill with family-focussed activities on the farm during the day looking at the landscape and history of the area and Underhill Farms place in it. Followed by family socialising by the campﬁre in the evening. £10 per family. Details visit www.nearlywild.org

complementary therapies Disclaimer. We would like to emphasise that these listings relate to COMPLEMENTARY medicine practitioners. Broad Sheep does not endorse any of practitioners or healing methods listed. We provide no recommendation and take no responsibility for their content. ACCREDITED COUNSELLOR AND THERAPIST, experience of all ages including young people, and of individuals, couples and groups, offers confidential sessions, short or long-term, in the Knighton and Presteigne areas. Richard Lewis MSc (Intergrative Psychotherapy), PG Dip (Supervision), MA, FTCL, FRSA, British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy and United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy. 01547 510360 or 07951 304457. A is for ACUPUNCTURE with Joanna Bruce RGN, B.Ac, M.B.Ac.C. Traditional Acupuncture for pain management, acute and/or chronic health problems. Phone for free initial discussion on 01568 709142. Stoneleigh, Kingsland, HR6 9QS. registered and insured with the British Acupuncture Council since 1986. ACUPUNCTURE. Sandy Sandaver Lic Ac MBAcC. I practice an integrated style of acupuncture using 5 element and TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) and am a member of the British Acupuncture Council. I also carry out home visits. Hay Acupuncture Clinic, Rose Cottage, Cusop Dingle, Hay-On-Wye 01497 821625/07980 596218 sandysandaver@onetel.com or www.hayacupunctureclinic.co.uk A.P. VET LTD Veterinary Acupuncture and Physiotherapy, broad range of conditions treated including Musculoskeletal, gastrointestinal, respiratory and skin. Team approach to rehabilitation for horses and dogs to get your athlete back into action. www.ap-vet.co.uk, 01497 851608. ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE in Hereford. Individual lessons and small groups with Ann Rowan MSTAT. BA. ARCM, 01432 279536. ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE in Leominster HR6 8QJ. Individual lessons with Janet Jameson MSTAT. 01568 613467. ALTERNATIVE THERAPIES combined with energetic healing enhance own ability to heal oneself. Background in nursing and midwifery. Works from Eardisley, Herefordshire, HR3 6NJ. Reflex therapy (Reflexology), Baby reflex, preparation for a gentle birth (Geyarani method), Crystal therapist, Flower and Crystal remedies. Ring Judith Davies 01544 327022. Creative-healing@talktalk.net AROMATHERAPY & REFLEXOLOGY TREATMENTS OFFERED IN LUDLOW. Aromatherapy is the use of essential oils extracted from plants, which have a number of properties, that may when used help improve overall emotional health. Reflexology can be a wonderfully relaxing treatment that in turn may help relieving everyday tension. Both treatments may aid you in your overall improve sense of well being. Contact Emily Baker BA Hons, MIFPA, MAR and CNHC registered, on 01584 529053 or 07775 652993. ATHENE COUNSELLING - specialising in issues related to baby loss, infertility, chronic ill health, rape, abuse, accidents, other traumas and crises. Leominster, can do home visits locally. Alison Sutton (PG Dip Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy, MSc in Advanced Nursing, RGN). 07789 322771 or athene.counselling@gmail.com BODYWORK & HEALING with Hilary Foxwell BTAA, AHSC, GWCG. A programme for recovery, self-maintenance, health & well-being to address your individual needs. Bowen treatment for muscle, skeletal, nerve, respiratory, intestinal conditions. Alexander tuition to retrain muscle action, breathing, body-mind reactions. Energy release for stress, grief, old trauma. Practitioner since 1984. Clinics in Tenbury Wells, Bromyard, Ludlow. 01584 819010.

BOWEN TECHNIQUE - JOY PEARMAN. Also reflexology, Pilates and Zumba classes. Ledbury, Bromyard, Ludlow, Leominster, Hereford areas. 01432 820484. JENNY BULLOUGH Yoga tuition and therapy. Small group classes & individual tuition for special needs. 01497 831416 CLAIRVOYANT MEDIUMSHIP AND TAROT READINGS with Gina Murray, also animal mediumship and animal communication within Hay on Wye tel:07812 /035459 www.ginalmurray.com or email ginalmurray@gmail.com. COGNITIVE BEHAVIOUR THERAPY for depression, anxiety, panic, stress, OCD, relationship problems and more! Also, couple counselling, relationship counselling and individual counselling for most issues. Sessions held in the Presteigne area, Leominster and Hereford. Please contact Gail Venables on 01544 350384 or see webpage for more info www.cbtgail.co.uk. MBACP (Accred). CHILD & ADOLESCENT PSYCHOTHERAPY Specialist in treating & assessing children & young people with mental health or behavioural issues or dealing with distressing situations. I also offer support to parents, carers and adopters (providing them with a space to think separately about their children) or work with parents/carers and children together. I am also able to help mothers and babies with attachment issues. I can provide supervision to other therapists, consultations and training to professionals. Based in Hay-on-Wye and Hereford, I can provide services throughout the area. ACP accredited. Valérie Mortin BSc. 07961 885646 or 01981 500500. E: vivalavie@yahoo.com COUNSELLING: Space for you to explore issues that are troubling you in a confidential, safe, supportive and nonjudgemental environment. I offer short and long term, low cost, individual integrative counselling. I have experience of working with a range of issues including anger, anxiety, bereavement, depression, disability, eating disorders, low selfesteem and confidence, illness, relationship problems, selfharm, sexuality and stress. South Shropshire/Powys borders. Alison Trott FdA (Counselling), MBACP registered. Contact space4ucounselling@yahoo.co.uk 07791 013587. COUNSELLING IN LUDLOW area. Talk in complete confidence, with warmth and without judgement, with Julia Walling BA(Hons), PGCE, Dip.EH.P.NLP (BHR), MAC. In private practice for 25 years, I am trained in a wide variety of therapies and combine them to meet your needs. Clients consistently report improvements in wellbeing within a few sessions. Panic/anxiety specialist. Short and long term for individuals, couples and families. 01584 874636 07796 596451 julia.walling@btinternet.com and www.juliawalling.co.uk COUNSELLING/PSYCHOTHERAPY; JANE COOKE Presteigne. Safe, creative, equal approach. I have wide life & work experience; I work to support your increased understanding of yourself, and do not judge or try to change you – change comes through your awareness & when you are ready. jane.cooke@heartfeltwork.co.uk 07771950899. CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY with Mike Hadden RCST, based in Hereford, a gentle but profound way to reconnect to health and well-being. To find out more tel: 01432 261222 or email: mike@herefordcraniosacral.co.uk ESOTERIC SOUL HEALING in Bishop’s Castle. A transformational healing method for helping a wide range of spiritual, emotional and physical difficulties. Gentle, safe and nourishing. Contact Philomena Houlihan-Wood B.A., Cert. ESH, Dip.Couns. Tel: 01588 638242. Philomena@soul-healing.net Web: www.soul-healing.net

EMOTIONAL THERAPYAnne Cummings MFETC (Adv Dip) BAoG (Dip). Safe, effective therapy to improve and enhance personal potential. Specialist knowledge and experience with panic attacks, anger issues, severe anxiety, bullying, bereavement and depression. If you have difficulty relating to others, or persistent, troublesome emotions call Anne on 01547 530977. See also www.thewritetofeel.com See also www.thewritetofeel.com FLOWER ESSENCES THERAPY. Essences provide us with a readily accessible means to support and maintain our emotional well-being. One-to-one sessions for personal development, and small group workshops (introductory and advanced) in Ross-on-Wye. I work with a wide range of essences from the UK and around the world. Contact: Jill Stern, BFVEA (adv), KFRP : 01989 563147 www.bfvea.com FOOT HEALTH PRACTITIONER Fully Registered CRB checked and also RGN, diabetes / wound care experience. Home visits in Herefordshire area. Prices vary according to treatment. Many foot ailments treated. Google: Dishleyfoothealth for price details or call 01568 613298, Mob 07816 988196. HEALING ENCOUNTERS: Soul Realignment, Soul Profiles, clearing restrictions at a Soul level. House Healing - geopathic stress, earth energies. We can tune-in to you and change energies. Tel 01584 892049. Healingencounters.co.uk HOLISTIC, THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE, Indian head massage, Thai foot massage, seated acupressure massage, natural facial and massage with Marian Hardiman at Silvan Massage (CNHC, MTI). No set routine, just careful attention to what the individual requires. Clinics in Presteigne, Ludlow and Hereford or at your workplace or event. Find out more or to make an appointment: 07816 981454, marian@silvanmassage. com or www.silvanmassage.com. HOMOEOPATHY: Annabel Stacey ACH. Homoeopathy supports the body’s own efforts to heal itself and can be used effectively to treat both emotional and physical disorders. Treatment is adapted to the individual needs of each patient, taking all their symptoms into account. If you would like to find out more or make an appointment please contact me on 07960 865564 or annabelstacey@yahoo.co.uk (clinics in Ludlow and Shrewsbury). HOMOEOPATHY Sandy Underhill RSHom. Homoeopathy is a system of medicine which involves treating the individual with highly diluted substances, given mainly in tablet form, with the aim of triggering the body’s natural system of healing. Based on their individual symptoms, the homeopath will match the most appropriate medicine to each patient. Clinics in Llandrindod Wells, Kington and Presteigne. 01597 851021. JENNIFER HODGE DO Registered Osteopath. Cranial Osteopath. The Old Rectory, New Radnor 01544 350241. MASSAGE THERAPY Injuries, stress, relaxation. Claire Williams I.T.E.C. / N.I.M. 01544 267172. Clinics in Presteigne, Ludlow and Hereford. LEOMINSTER NATURAL HEALTH CENTRE: Qualified therapists offer acupuncture, structural re-alignment, medical herbal medicine, remedial and holistic massage, reflexology, ear candling, reiki, psychotherapy, cognitive behaviour and couple counselling, hypnotherapy, health kinesiology, nutrition at the Leominster Natural Health Centre, Community Centre, Leominster, 01568 616411, www.leominstercommunitycentre.com. LIFE COACHING RELATIONSHIPS... loving living together... Are you unhappy or dissatisfied in your relationship? Struggling to get on well with your partner or not seeing eye to eye? Do you want to make your relationship work but don’t know where to begin? Would you like to have a more fulfilling and loving relationship? Karen Robinson ACMC, PNLP. Shobdon. Call: 01568 709194 or 07792 256451, Email: karenrobinson67@live.co.uk

MARIE HUDSON. Yoga classes in Presteigne and Titley. One-to-one tuition available for individual needs. Registered Association for Yoga Studies practitioner. Registered with Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council for Yoga Therapy. 01544 260352. MASSAGE THERAPY with Jess Pailthorpe MTI Theraputic bodywork to release muscular tension, encourage calm and assist recovery. Clinics in Leominster and Hereford. Phone to talk or book: 01568 708836 www.touchtreetherapy.co.uk MEDITATION FOR WELLBEING Meditation is a gentle but powerful tool for health, wellbeing, problem solving and a better quality of life. I have been teaching meditation for 25 years to individuals and groups and can now offer A UNIQUE TRAINING for you to set up and run your own group. Easy organisation, minimal cost, ongoing support. I can visit you by arrangement. For info. please contact Julia Walling on 01584 874636, 07796 596451, julia.walling@btinternet.com or via www.meditationforwellbeing.co.uk NEW HAY OSTEOPATHS Ian Wright is a Registered Osteopath with 20 years experience in Ireland and Harley Street. He is now practicing in Hay-on-Wye. Ian treats all conditions and all ages and gives clear and detailed feedback. For more information take a look at our website www.hayosteopaths.co.uk and to make an appointment telephone Heloise on 07772 000728. NUTRIONAL THERAPY Would you like to know how to make the most of what you eat? Would you like help with choosing the foods that might suit you best? Would you like to understand why your food choices are important? Do you simply have an interest in how foods may affect you and your body? Phaedra Bushby 07794 476892. Consultations available in Leominster, New Radnor and Worcester. yourhealthylife@btinternet.com, www.phaedrabushby.webs.com PAMELA SPENCELEY MNIMH Medical Herbalist and Allergy Therapist 01568 770614 / 01584 878123 PHYSIOTHERAPY, CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY, REFLEXOLOGY & YOGA with Hermione Evans, Chartered Physiotherapist at Radnor Physiotherapy. For all back and neck pain, headaches, sports injuries, RSI, stress related illness and more. To discuss your needs or to make an appointment, please phone 01544 350691 or email contact@radnorphysiotherapy. co.uk or view www.radnorphysiotherapy.co.uk PSYCHIC READINGS: Clairvoyance, Tarot & Astrology (tape inc). Gifted & compassionate reader with over 20 yrs professional experience. Personal readings from home (near Hereford); at Zenith in Leominster on Thursdays; & telephone readings. ROWIE (M.BPRB) 01432 820684. REFLEXOLOGY including auricular reflexology and fertility/ maternity reflexology. Qualified 2003. Experience of working with people with physical and learning disabilities. Catherine Brown, FHT MA, 07960 989894. Home visits available, (Ludlow area).

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SIAM SMILE TRADITIONAL THAI MASSAGE BY (GAN) JANYARAK MORRIS. Stressed out? Neck and shoulders tension from too much time on computer? Low back pain? Or just want to pamper yourself? I can help! I am qualified in Traditional Thai Massage, Reflexology-Foot Massage, Facial Massage and Aromatherapy. Certificates recognized by the Ministry of Education in Thailand. Ground Floor, 3 Broad Street, Knighton LD7 1BL. Tel: 07538 572123 or (eve) 01547 550249 www.siamsmilettm.webs.com SPIRITUAL HEALER Naturally gifted in releasing emotional grief in present and past lives. 23 years professional experience with physical and mental health. Private healing sessions and talks given. Gillian Williamson, MNFSH. Field House, Kinnerton. 01547 560874. SPIRITUAL MEDIUM - Emily Baker, clairvoyant, clairsentient, and clairaudient, spiritual art, offering individual or party bookings. For more information call Ludlow 01584 529053 or 07775 652993.

Workshops WORKSHOP LISTINGS - Single listings are free. Year round, ongoing workshops will cost £40 per year for inclusion in the magazine and website. Tues 10 Sept, 15 Oct & 12 Nov PARENTS AUTISM WORKSHOPS AND SUPPORT Dogs for the Disabled and PAWS are holding a series of workshops combined with long-term support for families local to Hereford and are taking bookings from families now. The workshops will be at Hinton Community Centre, 21 Ross Rd, Hereford, 10am-3pm. Details, katie.bristow-wade@dogsforthedisabled.org Tues 10 - Fri 13 September THE GREENSTREETE MID-WEEK EXPERIENCE An introductory 3-day residential course, open to all, either new to meditation or already practiced. A gentle programme will include meditation sessions and instruction, time on your own, being creative, walking etc. The Samatha Centre, Llangunllo, near Knighton, 01678 530446, sste_home@yahoo.co.uk Starting September STRETCH, BREATH AND ENERGIZE WITH TRANSFORMATION HATHA YOGA Two courses beginning in September. Monday evening 16th September, 7.00-8.30pm and Thursday afternoon 19th September, 1.30 - 3.00pm. Both held in the Reynolds Room; Knighton Community Centre. For Further details and registration please contact: Diane Millbery tel: 07807 523330 email: diamemillbery@yahoo.com

Sat 28 September OUR ABILITY TO HEAL IS AMAZING! Find out how to support and nurture your body and mind, for health and well being. This workshop, designed for your needs, can include Chi Gong movement, Alexander Techinque, breathing, self-healing, stress release and fun. Ludlow, 11am-1pm. Hilary Foxwell, 01584 819010. Fri 11 - Sun 13 October REJUVENATE AND STRENGTHEN Yoga and spiritual retreat. A weekend full of core strengthening Vinyasa yoga, powerful guided meditations and spiritual healing exercises that you can learn and practice on your own. The group will be a maximum of nine people, so book soon to avoid disappointment. Paradise Farm, Presteigne, www.spiralsoulsanctuary.com Thurs evenings TAI CHI AT PRESTEIGNE ASSEMBLY ROOMS This slow graceful exercise calms the mind and relaxes the body. Strengthening the legs it improves both balance and posture. Beginners 5.15pm-6.30pm, intermediate 6.30pm-7.45pm, £5 per session. Free taster session. Contact Josh Partridge 01544 262161. SAMATHA MEDITATION Encourages calming, stilling the mind, towards greater well-being and understanding. A class for newcomers to Samatha now meets at Greenstreete, Llangunllo, near Knighton. Everyone welcome. Classes include instruction, group practice and Dhamma discussion. Classes by donation. Please contact Mary for more details. Tel: 01686 669600. Email: isybryn@hotmail.co.uk HEALING YOGA AND MEDITATION SATURDAYS Georgie holds monthly Saturday morning yoga and meditation workshops at the beautiful Brilley Village Hall. These workshops focus on different themes, e.g. anger release, grief & acceptance, loving and healing the self, stress release, living with energy and purpose and lots more. They are always healing and tailored to those who attend. Homemade cake, yogi tea and fruit are served in the breaks. Investment between £15-£20. Call 07807 550 653 or visit www.healingspirits.co.uk to book or for info about workshops as well as regular Kundalini Yoga and Meditation classes in your area. TAI CHI AND CHINESE YOGA from the Li family system of Taoist Arts led by a well qualiﬁed and experienced instructor. Suitable for people of all ages and levels of ﬁtness. Enjoyable, relaxing and improves physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. Classes held at The Monty Club, Broad St, Newtown on Tuesdays at 3.30pm and 6.30pm. Also MEDITATION GROUP meets in Bishop’s Castle, fortnightly on Thursday at 8pm. All welcome whether an experienced practitioner or a beginner. Contact Dave Phillipps on 01588 638614 or email to taichiatbc@phonecoop. coop

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KINGTON'S WALKING FESTIVAL STRIDES OUT 19th – 22 September 2013 Kington's first ever walking festival in 2012 was a great success, bringing new visitors to the town as well as giving Kingtonians the chance to see a different side to our breathtaking landscape. This year's programme features 32 walks ranging from gentle to demanding, including the epic 8 peaks challenge. Many also reveal the history, archaeology, flora, fauna or folklore of the area, such as lost landscapes and mysterious monuments, battles, hill forts, the ghost of a royal hunting forest and the last haunt of the fairies. Whichever walk you choose, the welcome and the scenery are guaranteed to be superb. There are several events planned as well including

JOHN JONES & FRIENDS Saturday 21 September Burton Hotel, Mill Street, Kington

John Jones, lead singer of Oysterband and friends provide an evening of superb music. We are incredibly fortunate to have John supporting the festival: he will be leading a walk on Saturday – The Source of the River Arrow – and then playing in the evening. You can get a sneak preview of one of the tracks on our video on the Kington Walks homepage – www.kingtonwalks.org. - where you can find full details of all the events. You can book online or by post (details on the website) or call in at the Tourist Information Centre, 2 Mill Street, Kington, HR5 3BQ. T 07585 055 984