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Dear Editor, As many readers of the good Seaside News will notice I have been absent from duty of late.

My apologies for this but I have been on extended safari in the Amazon Basin looking for lions, tigers and bears.

However, I noticed upon my return to Porthcawl that the railway station has been

dismantled. Who is responsible for this? I also notice that there still isn't a swimming pool.

On a lighter note, it's good to see the youngsters enjoying themselves down near the fairground, smoking heavily and drinking cans of Strongbow. I love this town and would like to see more of this sort of thing, maybe gangs on street corners, bonfires on the tarmac beach, that sort of thing. It all goes to make for a thriving feel to the town.

I also notice that the sea has turned grey and cold. What happened to the blue sea and sunny skies I remember? Can any readers help?

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Dear Editor, At present, great controversy has been created by BCBC's suggestion to introduce car parking charges on the sea front. It seems that public opinion is divided on this.

Some think it is a good idea whilst others, when they have considered the hard facts, are completely against it on the grounds that local motorists who wish to visit the seafront would be penalised, especially as they feel they are already paying very high council tax for the privilege of living in a town with a seafront.

Motorists would be forced to park in the congested side streets. In addition, it would have an adverse effect on the seafront businesses and town generally.

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sight of a line of parking meters from Coney Beach to Ocean View flats accompanied by the unwelcome sight of an army of traffic wardens marching up and down the prom.

The most vital question involved is that it will be of no financial benefit to Porthcawl as all the money collected from the parking meters will end up in BCBC's coffers and, as is their custom, this money will not be spent on Porthcawl. It is definitely a backward step for the tourist industry.

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Lions, tigers and bears, oh my!

Between the 3rd and 5th of July, many went to see ‘The Wizard of Oz’, performed by Bryntirion Comprehensive School.

The cast consisted of pupils from Year 7 to Year 10, and since the Easter holidays, the performers have spent their time in rehearsals, and it definitely paid off!

Year 10 pupil Jade Bird gave an outstanding performance as Dorothy, alongside the most adorable star of the stage, Mac Bartlett: Bryntirion’s very own Toto. However, there’s no ‘Wizard of Oz’ without the infamous trio: the Scarecrow, the Tin Man and the Cowardly Lion,

Newton Primary Here we are anticipating the summer holidays, and what an exciting time we have had! HRH The Duchess of Cornwall visited the Emmaus charity shop, New Road recently.

Over 100 of our children and staff were there to welcome her. They were delighted when the royal car pulled up right alongside them and shook hands and spoke to many of our children and staff!

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acted out by Lauren Coates, Matthew Daly and Harry Grabham.

But what good is a show without a decent villain? The Wicked Witch of the West was performed by Phoebe SpenceEvans, whose purely evil cackle brought the role to life.

The choral group acting as the Munchkins are also worthy of standing ovation, because of their ability to learn multiple songs and flawless dance routines.

Bryntirion created one of the most enjoyable and memorable school productions to date, and we tap our heels and hope the school can once again perform another outstanding production.

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pirates on 10th July when we held a sponsored pirate event?

We ransomed off children to their parents. It was great and we raised lots of money which will be donated to our local Lifeboat Station for their tireless efforts in keeping our shoreline safe.

Our brilliant summer fete took place on Friday 5th July. As well as donkey rides, a karate display, stalls and games, we had a fantastic band called ‘The Smithereens’, who played to the crowd in the summer sun.

Thank you to Team Newton for organising this and raising over £2,000! Have a good summer from Newton Primary.

ANDREW THORNE newtonprimary.bridgend.gov.uk

The term finished with a number of celebrations of achievements of the year.

After GCSE and school examinations were completed two very successful sports days were held in which all pupils of the school participated. There was friendly but competitive spirit between the two school houses of Saxons and Britons.

Year 11 GCSE Art and Design students created an inspiring exhibition of their work and this was followed later by an Eco Fashion Show in which pupils of many ages displayed items they had created through

ing during September for the autumn 2013 term.

Our newest venue, BCLC, has proved very popular and there will be extra classes at this venue for September. We also offer a Ding-Dong class for 3 and 4 year olds at 12.30pm, Friday in Porthcawl and 4pm Monday in Bridgend so those attending school can still join in the Monkey fun.

We also offer holiday workshops, parties and nurseries.

Please contact us for more information and to check availability. We look forward to seeing you back in the autumn 2013 term.

Monkey Music offers classes according to age form 3 months to 4 years at venues throughout the area. Over 30 classes running. To book your free class and view our latest timetable visit www.monkeymusic.co.uk or see our advert for QR code link.

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The last day of term saw Rhys Webb, Wales and Ospreys rugby player, and David Mahoney of Only Men Aloud, presenting the awards at our annual prize giving ceremony.

All departments enjoyed trips out to places such as Cardiff Bay, Battlefield Live in Cimla and Bristol Zoo and a group of Year 10s successfully completed the expedition part of their Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award. The Friends of St John's organised a great barbecue and fete with many fun activities as well as delicious food. Although school is now shut for the summer break we have our holiday club and activity weeks running.

We are also looking to the new term and to welcoming many new pupils. The office is manned during the holiday if you would like to visit or find out more about the school.

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We have been making the most of the summer weather over the past few weeks.

On Friday 5th July we were treated to a Fun Day to celebrate the school’s 30th birthday. The PTA organised an all-day party with a disco, bouncy castle, craft activities and party bags. We were very proud to welcome our First Minister, Carwyn Jones to officially open the day and the Publicity Council prepared a buffet lunch to welcome him.

We also had the company of

Cynffig news As ever at Cynffig, life has been moving at a tremendous pace, with events, visits and celebrations seemingly every day.

On 2nd July, we were delighted to welcome pupils who will make up our new Year 7 for September. It was a lovely day, with our partners at Corneli, Afon-y-Felin, Pyle, Mynydd Cynffig and Cefn Cribwr schools joining us for a Technology Challenge, some great sporting activities, and a Murder Mystery which certainly convinced them that English at Cynffig would never be dull!

Cynffig rightly has a strong reputation for our charity work and fundraising, and this half

Heronsbridge Heronsbridge Community School choir took part in the week long Ewenny Arts Youth Festival organised by Mari Major MBE at Ewenny Priory Church recently.

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The Foundation Phase children enjoyed their trip to Aberafan beach on Thursday. They had a busy day playing ball games, building sand castles and paddling. The day finished with well deserved lollipops and icecream for children and staff!

Our busy week finished with our Summer Fayre where we all enjoyed being soaked by the Fire Service, playing games and eating hotdogs! Many thanks to our very hard working PTA and to all those who contributed to a successful event. We wish all Seaside News readers a fun-filled holiday and look forward to sharing our news again in September.

SGWAD SGWENNU SGÊR

(Ysgol Y Ferch O’r Sgêr Pupil Publicity Council) term, we have been aiming for a place in the Guinness Book of Records as we raise money for the childrens’ hospice at Ty Hafan, creating the longest landscape painting in the world! When our pupils are not wielding their paintbrushes, Year 10 have been visiting the Big Pit Heritage Site as a part of their Welsh Baccalaureate, and Years 8 and 9 have been inspired by Techniquest, led by our Science Department. It has been a privilege to lead Cynffig since February, and I would like to thank our wonderful staff and pupils for another great year. Have a safe and happy summer.

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Thanks to Key Stage 4 staff, particularly Claire Williams, Rosa Walsh and Helen Hoey for an entertaining and enjoyable programme held in a beautiful church.

EDITH M HUGHES

West Park Primary July is a month of mixed emotions in school.

We wave a fond farewell to our Year 6 pupils as they advance to the next phase of their education whilst we welcome our new Nursery pupils, just beginning their primary school journey!

To celebrate the end of a successful primary school career, our Year 6 pupils travelled to Atlantic College where they demonstrated exemplary behaviour and team spirit. The experience has provided them with some magical memories to treasure. From canoeing and climbing to archery and assault courses, the children threw themselves into the activities with enthusiasm and eagerness. We wish them every suc-

Porthcawl YMCA nurtures future talent

Porthcawl YMCA is continuing its heritage of community work by helping local youths fulfil their potential.

Tom Loke and Matthew Jones have been brought in on a Jobs Growth Wales scheme which helps young Welsh people gain valuable experience in the world of work.

Tom, who is the General Assistant has improved his people skills and gained confidence not only in his work but in himself as well. He takes calls and bookings, actively searches for new ideas and investments and still finds time to help with the cleaning!

Matthew studied Computer Science at Swansea University.

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cess for their further education and hope they will continue to strive for successful and happy futures with the same passion.

It was inspiring to see the pupils' eagerness to support charities after studying water vulnerability and global issues faced by families in Africa.

The whole school raised over £1,400 for Just A Drop by completing a sponsored walk.

The Year 3 pupils hosted an inventive African Sports Day raising over £70 to Send A Cow to Africa. Thank you for your unrelenting generosity!

Appreciation goes to everyone who has supported another successful year at West Park and to all the staff for their hard work and dedication.

Have a safe and happy summer everybody!

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Archbishop McGrath Catholic High School It is nearly the end of the summer term and what a busy one it has been!

We have held transition days for the Year 6 pupils, including a special day out at St Fagans, with over 18 different primary schools in attendance. We look forward to welcoming our new Year 7 pupils and their parents/ carers in September.

Year 12 students enjoyed their Welsh Baccalaureate fortnight activities in July and Year 10 students their work experience at the end of term. The Sixth Form prom was held this year at the Park Hotel, Cardiff and all pupils enjoyed the Summer Ball in July. The school visit to

Afon y Felin News The whole school enjoyed outings recently.

The nursery went to Wiggleys Fun Farm for the day. The weather was sunny and the children loved seeing the animals, their picnic and the play area.

The older pupils visited Dan yr Ogof Caves. They explored the caves and learnt all about stalagmites and stalactites.

Then it was into the dinosaur park to see the models, and not forgetting that most popular attraction – the gift shop!

As part of his tour of Wales, Prince Charles was at The Prince of Wales public house in Kenfig. The entire school

Oakwood Park was also very successful as was the annual Sports Day. We would like to thank our head girl, Lucy McPhee, and head boy, Ashley Hiscocks, for all their hard work and wish them every success in the future. The new head boy and head girl for 2013-2014 are Nia Parry and Morgan Parry.

Congratulations to both!

Finally, this year we say goodbye and best wishes to Head of Technology, Mr Morrissey, and Assistant Headteacher, Miss Case, who are off to pastures new, and to the following staff who are retiring: Mr Shurey, Mrs Davies and Mrs Ashton.

We wish them a long and very happy retirement.

Have a good holiday everyone!

REV DR MANGHAN Pennaeth was there to cheer him with the flags they were given. They all stayed for lunch and had a wonderful day.

Some junior pupils went on the annual trip to Llangrannog.

A three day trip of outdoor activities, horse riding, quad biking etc., and usually a midnight feast. They all came back happy but extremely exhausted!

On Sunday 14th, the school choir sing at Mawdlam Church, for the Community Council Chair Civic Service. They were invited to the reception for refreshments, which were delicious and very much enjoyed.

The Year 6 leavers’ presentation was held on the 15th, followed by a disco.

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Our basketball players have also achieved success with Zac Sim, James Mills, Leah Evans and Emily Davies having been selected to join the

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What a year it has been at Porthcawl Primary School!

As always the last few weeks of term have been busier than ever.

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Summer is finally here and we would like to thank all our staff, pupils and parents for all the hard work they have put in this year. It has been a hugely successful year and this would not be possible without the positive contribution of so many people. We would also like to wish the best of luck to our Year 6 pupils who are leaving us this year. We hope everyone has a great summer!

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It’s been a fantastic summer for British sport so far, with Andy Murray becoming the first British men’s Wimbledon champion since 1936 and Welsh hero Leigh Halfpenny leading the British and Irish Lions to a roaring victory in Australia.

It’s always great when men and women from British sports excel because it inspires children and young people to try new sports and attempt to emulate their successes.

With a new school year just a few weeks away, it’s a great time to discover the different sporting opportunities on

offer. Trying new activities can also be a great way of making new friends. Considering this, I’d like to challenge the county borough’s children and young people to try something new when they return to school.

Not everyone is sporty or enjoys being competitive with others, but even walking to school just one day a week can be a simple way of starting to adopt a healthier, more active lifestyle.

If you can’t wait until September to get into a new activity, why not pick up a racquet or put on your dancing shoes at councilrun schemes taking place in your community? To find out what’s available visit www. bridgend.gov.uk or follow @ BridgendCBC on Twitter.

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A few weeks ago I visited one of the British Heart Foundation Cymru's Furniture and Electrical store to learn more about how proposed changes to business rates will lead to a loss of income for the charity and more empty shops on high streets across Wales.

A recent report commissioned by the Welsh Government Business and Enterprise Minister calls for cuts to the rate relief given to charity shops in Wales. British Heart Foundation Cymru shop staff and volunteers told me that those changes would mean substantial hikes in business rates and threaten their shop's survival.

The importance of visitors to Porthcawl I recently met Porthcawl Mayor Mike Clarke who is one of those involved with plans for a maritime centre in Porthcawl.

And, as Shadow Welsh Tourism Minister, I was delighted that, at last, we have proposals for something that understands the importance of visitors to Porthcawl.

The plan would see a multimillion pound centre built on land alongside the new marina.

The idea comes from the community itself. It has taken a group of Porthcawl organisations and individuals to come up with proposals which would provide the only additional facilities for this major seaside resort.

They have a sensible business plan and seem to have thought through the proposal very thoroughly.

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Donated goods such as sofas and fridges to these Furniture and Electrical stores are the lifeblood of the fight against heart disease. Donations to the Swansea shop for example, have recently helped provide three specialist heart nurses, an echocardigraph machine at Morriston Hospital, and 67 lifesaving defibrillator machines to help in the fight against heart disease.

My concern is these proposals could have a devastating effect on this work and lead to more empty shop units on our high streets. I understand 130 paid jobs and 1,800 volunteer posts could be lost across Wales.

There will also be less money for good causes.

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Of course, there is a long way to go with this scheme.

Funding has to be secured and planning consent obtained. But I hope that council planners, and indeed the council as a whole, will welcome this attempt to plug the very obvious gaps in the town’s tourism provision. BCBC should not refuse to help this succeed just because it’s “someone else’s” idea.

I have frequently expressed my disappointment that BCBC remains fixated on providing a supermarket with their deeply unambitious regeneration proposals which will do nothing to boost tourism. This centre may well address that problem.

SUZY DAVIES

Welsh Conservative Regional AM for South Wales West

The sun is shining and people are turning their thoughts to the summer holidays, but it transpires that an alarming number of us travel overseas without insurance.

A recent survey found that almost 1 in 5 people in the Bridgend constituency set off on a foreign holiday without insurance in spite of the fact that the same proportions of people have visited a doctor or hospital whilst away. Younger travellers are more at risk; 48% head off to the sun without insurance. Many people wrongly

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Porthcawl Sea Festival is taking place from 5th–11th August.

There will be a variety of entertainment throughout the week. To find out more visit the Town Council’s Promoting Porthcawl website (www.promotingporthcawl.com) or the Town Council website (www. porthcawltowncouncil.co.uk).

Also, the Grand Pavilion will be hosting a variety of events as part of the event – www. grandpavilion.co.uk. Hopefully the sun will continue to shine and we can enjoy a fantastic week of indoor and outdoor entertainment – fun for all the

believe that the free European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) is a suitable alternative to insurance or incorrectly assume that the UK government would pay their medical bills in the event they have an accident overseas.

EHIC cards are only valid for five years, so they need to be renewed. They are free – go to http://www.nhs.uk/NHSEngland/Healthcareabroad/EHIC/ Pages/about-the-ehic.aspx or call 0300 3301350. Medical treatment overseas can be very expensive. The same survey found a majority of people believed that a broken leg in the United States would cost £5,000 in treatment. In reality, the cost is closer to £40,000.

For general information about travel insurance go to https:// www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-insurance. You can never assume it will not happen to you.

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Porthcawl Town Council continues to offer support to Griffin Park Youth Facility with the recent award of a grant of £5,000 for the facility. Since the facility has been located within Porthcawl, Police figures indicate that antisocial behaviour has decreased. The facility plays an important role in the town, and it is hoped that the £5,000 will contribute towards its continued success.

Porthcawl Town Council is pleased to see the Regeneration Scheme in Porthcawl continue to develop. With recent announcements relating to the preferred supermarket for the town, it is hoped that Bridgend CBC will continue to further progress and the town can continue to look forward to new and exciting developments!

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It was great to see the recent announcement that Morrisons has been identified as the council’s preferred retail partner for Porthcawl.

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ment will provide an important link with Dock Street and the town centre, new car parking facilities for the town and attractive landscaped public spaces.

This will now enable the council to focus on other important phases of the regeneration, including land reserved for leisure use in the lower part of Salt Lake and the marketing of the nearby Jennings Building.

With work on the new £3.4m Porthcawl Marina entering its latter stages and the council continuing to develop a Townscape Heritage Initiative funding scheme for buildings in the seafront area, I think this ably demonstrates that Bridgend County Borough Council remains firmly committed towards delivering regeneration in Porthcawl.

COUNCILLOR DAVID SAGE

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Porthcawl Maritime Centre: ‘Harbourside’ An innovative and exciting community led ‘flagship project’ for the benefit of residents and visitors to Porthcawl.

This project is for the community, it will be operated as a social enterprise and ownership will be locked in for community use under the structure of a Community Interest Company.

A small group of community minded local business people and organisations have come together to create a concept for a high quality facility. This multi-faceted proposal can play an important part in the regeneration of Porthcawl and is of the size, scale and ambition required to be a catalyst for the future regeneration of Porthcawl and its harbour quarter.

‘Harbourside’ will offer a high quality, all weather, all year round experience for the community and tourists and it recognises the importance to Porthcawl of tourism for jobs and trade. The facilities will be built to the highest environmental standards with an aim to achieve BREEAM Excellence standard or above.

Attractions will include a ‘Wave Rider’, 21st century interactive pocket museums, local ecology and sea life attractions to showcase our natural coastal environment, maritime culture and heritage.

A range of boating and harbour services to substantially enlarge and enhance the new Porthcawl Marina. The inclusion of affordable high quality

4* bunkhouses for organised groups, individuals and marina visitors.

There will be a fully integrated provision for the arts such as working, exhibition and performance space. It is the vision of the lead organisations to create the first true, fully inclusive centre of excellence.

In developing these proposals we are grateful for the advice and support generously provided by a range of local and professional individuals and organisations such as Porthcawl Sea Cadets, Porthcawl Civic Trust, Porthcawl Shout, Harbour Boating Club, the WSF, Welsh Coast Surf Club, Porthcawl Chamber of Trade & Commerce, sample local and out-of-town schools, BCBC and Welsh Government.

The founding members, Mike Clarke, Stuart Bentley and Barrie Metcalf of the social enterprise said: “We have put in a great deal of time, thought and consideration for the needs of the local community and visitors to Porthcawl and we are continuing to engage and liaise with them, to ensure, as far as is reasonably possible, the creation of a facility that will be truly exciting, innovative, environmentally and financially sustainable and fully inclusive for people of all ages, sex, ability and interest. We have received extremely positive feedback to date from all areas and hope to build on that to become a true ‘flagship’ which will lead the way for the future of Porthcawl”.

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Bridgend and Porthcawl Rotarians recently helped to man the feeding stations for the Wiggle Dragon Cycle Race - one of the top events in UK cycling, taking in the classic climbs of the Bwlch, Rhigos and Brecon Beacons.

An early Sunday morning start meant that six members of the Rotary Club of Porthcawl followed vans driven by Bridgend Rotarians (who had organised the provisions for each station) to their stations on the Brecon Beacons.

There, they erected gazebos,

tables, etc. and spread out hundreds of cereal bars, apple pies, Welsh cakes, thousands of bananas – not to mention the salted potatoes and the two 'bowsers' each holding hundreds of gallons of water.

One by one, the ‘elite’ riders arrived, most making a brief stop, taking food and water to consume later.

The trickle of riders soon became a deluge and for a manic three hour period, hundreds were arriving at the same time!

The demand gradually abated as the slower cyclists arrived to take refreshments.

It was early evening before they arrived home. They had started the day with a little trepidation – after all, it was their first experience - but it ended with each one keen to volunteer next year!

IVOR WILLIAMS

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Through Christian eyes

Have you seen the bible verse on the wall at Porthcawl Harbour?

In Welsh and then English it says: "Mightier than the thunders of many waters, mightier than the waves of the sea, the Lord is mighty". A quote from Psalm 93:4. At the bottom of the plaque it also says: "God

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accounts for their bedraggled state. Divided into two teams the race was on. Although cold, everyone, including the staff, thoroughly enjoyed the day.

The cadets made sure the staff were not left out, and they ended up just as wet.

The visit, although enjoyable, and let’s face it who doesn’t want to look around a fire engine, also had a serious side as it forms a part of the cadet’s syllabus covering Health and Safety.

Sgt Kevin Gould from Kenfig Hill Squadron who arranged the visit would like to thank Julian Smith for giving his time and making the day a success.

LINDSAY THOMAS

One hundred yards south of St John’s Church in Newton there sits a well, St John’s Well.

Originally, this well was known as Sandford’s Well, named after Sir Thomas de Sandford, a Norman knight of the late twelfth and early thirteenth centuries.

In medieval times, St John’s Well was regarded with superstition and awe, the reason being that the well empties

is always greater than all of our troubles" followed by the initials 'MB'. Do any of the Seaside News readers know who put it there, when, and why? There must be a story behind it!

Of course the image of the safe harbour is a favourite metaphor for believers in Jesus Christ. In the lovely old hymn 'Will Your Anchor Hold?' author Priscilla Owens wrote: "Will your eyes behold through the morning light, the city of gold and the harbour bright? Will you anchor safe by the heavenly shore, when life's storms are past for evermore?"

I wonder if such a public demonstration of Christian faith would be allowed in our present day. If the local churches asked permission to put a Bible verse on the new marina would someone complain and the politicians think twice about giving permission?

REV. MARTIN GILLARD

Gilgal Baptist Church itself when the tide rolls in and fills when the tide rolls out. The ‘magic’ of the well compelled people to travel from miles around seeking a cure for their aliments or atonement for their sins.

Today, we are aware that the ‘magic’ of the well is due to natural elements: the inflow of fresh water from underground springs, subterranean passages connecting the well to the beach and fissures within these passages.

However, in the 1870s, R.D. Blackmore, author of The Maid of Sker, wrote: "The children are all a little afraid of it on account of its curious ways and the sand coming out of its ‘nostrils’ when first it begins to flow".

To read more about the history of Porthcawl, Newton and Nottage please visit my new website http://porthcawltimes.com/ MANSEL JONES

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A right Royal welcome

Our furniture and home charity shop in New Road, Porthcawl, had the royal seal of approval on 3rd July when HRH The Duchess of Cornwall came to visit!

She was welcomed by local school children and members of the public, and toured our 'Aladdin’s Cave' of a shop which has never looked so spick and span!

Camilla is the Royal Patron

Species Watch: Domestic Cat One year old tabby

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Many people want to encourage birds into their garden but are afraid to do so because of cats, whether their own or another’s.

There are, however, a number of steps that can be taken to help protect the birds in your garden from cat predation. Position feeders in the open and space them apart to increase the number of look-out posts. Sonic devices deliver an unpleasant sound

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of Emmaus UK and recently visited Paris to see where Emmaus began in 1949. She seems as delighted as we are that work will soon begin on a Community Home which will provide a home and support for 23 previously homeless people (called Companions). They will come off benefits to work in our Emmaus shops collecting, refurbishing and selling donated furniture, electrical and household items.

She was interested to hear that we will be opening a Furniture Superstore in Tremains Road, Bridgend on 31st July, due to generous donations from the people of Porthcawl.

As she left, Camilla decided against a print of a painting by her husband – opting instead for an antique vase!

Emmaus South Wales needs volunteers for a variety of different roles and more stock donations. Visit www.emmaussouthwales.org.uk or call 01656 648426.

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when a cat passes in front of it. Position nest boxes out of reach. Cat owners can reduce the risk of predation by keeping their pet indoors at dawn and dusk, whilst bells fitted to collars reduce hunting success (remember to replace bells regularly). An estimated 55 million birds are killed by cats in Britain every year; such predation could contribute to long-term declines of familiar garden birds such as House Sparrows.

I’m one of two volunteer Ambassadors for the British Trust for Ornithology’s (BTO) Garden BirdWatch (GBW) Scheme in South Wales. If you enjoy watching birds in your garden help monitor them with BTO GBW. Contact me for a free enquiry pack or to book a talk.

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Some took the Vulcan veto was harder than others…

Pluto moons named The recently discovered fourth and fifth moons of Pluto now have official names, Kerberos and Styx.

The International Astronomical Union (IAU), which gives the official designations, stipulates in its rules that names derive from mythology. The names – referring to a threeheaded dog and a river separating the living from the dead, ranked second and third in an international public vote.

The winning submission, Vulcan, was vetoed by the IAU on the grounds that it is used elsewhere in astronomy, and not sufficiently associated in mythology with Pluto, the ruler

Tools for Africa

We have all been aware of the devastation in colonies of honey bees.

This has been a phenomenon of global proportions. The part bees play in pollination for all our food security is a high priority for all people. In many African countries there are those whose income comes from bee keeping from sales of honey.

Some of these may be natural hives. In Tanzania our charity partners have been involved in beekeeping husbandry, and the Ovada Group in Dodoma has initiated training for a group of young people to earn

of the underworld.

The two moons, formerly known simply as P4 and P5, were discovered in July 2011 and July 2012, respectively.

Pluto was discovered by Clyde Tombaugh in 1930. It is now regarded not so much as a planet as one of the many objects in the Kuiper Belt, a disc-shaped volume of icy objects beyond Neptune.

Although Pluto remains the largest of these, since the year 2000 a number of even more distant objects have been found to have a similar size. These include Eris, Sedna, Haumea and Makemake, some of which have moons of their own.

CLIVE DOWN Bridgend Astronomical Society a living by making bee hives which could be sold to aspiring beekeepers. We were asked to prepare one of the requested large beehive making workshop kits. This consisted of 40 separate tools (various saws, chisels, screwdrivers, hammers planes etc, but we also had to enclose “G” clamps and sash clamps). This was just one of four crates we are able to pallet last month.

We are always short of breast drills, brace bits, clamps and large steel jack planes, so if you are clearing out your shed and garage during this glorious summer, please bear us in mind.

Workshops are on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoons. If you love handling old tools, more volunteers are always welcome.

For local details or information contact John on 01656 786367 or the charity website www.tfsr.org JOHN HANSON Tools for Self Reliance www.tfsr.org

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The essence of Liberty Horses “I’ve been really impressed with the difference Liberty Horses have made. Their work has had a huge impact on the group’s self esteem and self confidence.”

DANIEL, EOTAS SUPPORT WORKER. Liberty Horses provide an education programme that encourages life skills and core values through a combination of classroom workshops and practical experiences. Keziah explains: “This is not about learning how to physically control the horse, but about developing a deeper understanding about how to form relationships."

The strengths and benefits of the programme include: • Promotion of values.

• Experience-based learning.

• Focuses on non-verbal com-

munication skills.

• A non-academic and noncompetitive environment.

• Increases learning potential through happiness and motivation.

• Provides a supportive environment where obstacles can be overcome.

• Develops social skills.

“The results have been amazing. Rhian is like a different child. This course has really brought her out of herself and made her smile.” LAURA, EOTAS SUPPORT WORKER. “I think you learn a lot more when you’re outside your comfort zone, I’ve learnt a lot of new skills.” CERI, KS3 PUPIL. Please enquire about summer activities, birthday parties, family and adult sessions. www.libertyhorses.co.uk libertyhorsescic@hotmail. co.uk / 01656 648730 / 07775 373038 KEZIAH RHODEN & KATY OVERTON

Following the announcement that the results of the decision to appoint either the Princess of Wales Bridgend or the Royal Glamorgan Llantrisant as the fifth and final specialist hospital in South Wales, Porthcawl Shout Forum volunteered to hospital clinicians to help raise public awareness in Porthcawl.

Shout had posters printed for the June public meeting with the Health Board which Nottage, Newton and town retailers kindly displayed. The result was an excellent attendance at the Pavilion with many probing questions from residents.

nean summer lasts well into August.

If so, please keep a close eye on our Facebook and Twitter pages (search for “Save Morfa

Beach”) for news of events which we will call at short notice, hopefully including a long-awaited beach party and barbecue.

One date to fix in your diary is 20th August at 10am, in The Orangery, Margam Park, where there will be a pre-inquiry meeting for all interested in the public inquiry due to start on 5 November. The November inquiry will consider Tata Steel’s proposals to extinguish historic rights-of-way in the vicinity of Morfa Beach, and we believe that the evidence we

Morfa 1972

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With enhanced services for children a major part of the changes and no consultation age limit, Shout visited all Porthcawl schools and offered leaflets and a presentation if heads wanted pupils to experience consultation involvement.

Shout members met at the Porthcawl Bandstand with banners, tables, forms and enthusiasm to obtain as many votes as possible for the Princess of Wales to be upgraded with a specialist A&E Department, Consultant led Maternity, Neonatal and Children’s Inpatient Services.

In the hot sun people queued to participate and many were visitors who wanted the facilities available should they need them. Porthcawl Shout, A Voice for the Older Community is immensely pleased to present the South Wales Programme with Internet votes and 1,500 completed forms supporting our borough hospital.

GARY VICTOR

Porthcawl SHout

present will test these proposals to destruction.

Anyone who wishes to speak or give evidence should contact Julian Nicholas, Rights of Way Case Officer, on 029 2082 3866, or wales@pins.gsi.gov.uk quoting reference 515571-3 .

Meanwhile, make the most of the fine weather. Why should we fly abroad and suffer the humiliation of removing our belts and shoes and having our shampoo confiscated, when we can simply go to treasures of our own like Morfa?

DR CHARLES SMITH

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Life with the Porthcawl Lions

Carole Roberts and Laurence Pearce at the handover lunch

Last month saw the beginning of a new Lion year.

Club members plus partners and friends enjoyed a very nice lunch and relaxing afternoon at the Hi-Tide for the handover lunch at which outgoing President Carole Roberts presented incoming President Laurence Pearce with the chain of office and other assorted regalia (fortunately the chain is the only compulsory regalia worn at meetings and official occasions!) Lion Laurence, presenting Lion Carole with

a token of appreciation from members, thanked her for all her hard work and congratulated her on a successful year.

The lunch was also attended by some members of Porthcawl Comprehensive's Leos club and outgoing president, Leo Rebecca, introduced incoming president, Leo Charley.

Unfortunately increasing costs means that book sales in the Seabank Hotel are no longer a viable proposition, but the book sales in John Street and the car boot sales at the Rest continue to be a success.

Just one date for your diaries this month, especially for the children; weather permitting there will be the annual sandcastle competition on Coney Beach on Friday 9th August starting at around 10.30am.

Finally, Porthcawl Lions website porthcawllions.org.uk is well worth a visit. Also if you want to know more about the club telephone Don on 01656 788583.

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tion signal box it will be open to the public on Saturday and Sunday throughout August (2-5pm). Here you will have an opportunity to have a cup of tea and view an exhibition based upon the industry of the surrounding area. Why not combine this with a visit to Bedford’s ironworks (circa 1770) only half a mile away.

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The July meeting took place in Pyle Church hall.

Marjorie Goode chaired the meeting, minutes were read by Maureen Crew.

Marjorie informed members that 'The Picnic' in Margam Park was a great success and was enjoyed by all.

Members were reminded of our August trip to Labels, Rosson-Wye and on to Symonds Yat. We are all hoping for good weather.

Our calender is filling up with a fashion show in the Norton Hotel Mumbles, which includes a two course meal and, in December, a trip to St David's Hall to see Only Men Aloud!

Enid Raymer has got our walking group up and walking so to speak with a walk every month.

Marjorie welcomed our guest speakers from the Coting Handbell Ringers, lead by Margaret Gammon. We were entertained with music from all over the world and our members were enthralled.

The meeting was wound up with tea and biscuits.

Our next meeting is on 10th September after our August break with a guest speaker Marilyn Sydenham on the subject of 'Hearing Dogs' for deaf people. We would love to meet anybody wishing to find out what the WI is all about. Call into any of our meetings and you will be assured of a warm welcome.

The July meeting of Sker WI was held recently at St David's Church hall, Nottage.

The president Nora Williams welcomed the members present.

The speaker for the evening was Mr Karl-James Langford from Archaeology Cymru who gave a talk on 'last prehistoric landscapes'. He told us how the landscape had changed over the years.

Going back 18,000 years the climate was very cold – in the region of -50 to -60°C. The Severn Estuary was non-existent, also there was no human habitation. It was not until 11,000 years ago that there were signs of life in caves and the temperature was warmer.

Eventually Britain become an island and people started to build homes near the river Severn and went fishing. When animals were killed every part was used either to eat or use in other ways. In West Wales at low tide old trees can still be seen which are thousands of years old.

Members are busy getting ready for the Glamorgan Show.

The next meeting will be on 12th September when the speaker will be Captain Jones on 'Experiences of WW2/U Boats'. Anyone wishing to join us is very welcome.

CHRISTINE CALLAGHAN

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Porthcawl Townswomen's Guild On a very warm afternoon members were entertained

by Miss Dawn Lennard from the Gower Bird Hospital.

She is an enthusiastic volunteer at the hospital and held her audience fascinated by her information and photographs.

There were many “oohs” and “aahs” over the baby birds and hedgehogs.

After a welcome cup of tea and biscuit the business meeting followed and members were reminded of the cream tea at the Rest in August, a

Orkney

At our last Speaker's Report, the PowerPoint picture showed a large stone 'house' built into a low landscape of ancient sand dunes close to the sea. It is remote, tree-less and has rebuffed countless winter storms.

No, not the 'Rest' at Rest Bay Porthcawl but the famous Neolithic “village house” of Skara Brae at Bay o’ Skaill on the Isle of Orkney.

During a ferocious storm in 1850 the sand and grass covering was blown away revealing eight small pristine stone houses, all connected and built

Cotswold Outing and a Craft Workshop in September. Also the very popular monthly luncheon – this month at Isabella’s. The newsletter from our twin guild in Mansfield is always well received.

There is not a meeting in August but a Coffee Morning for the Mayor’s Civic Fund will be held on 14th August at the Atlantic Hotel, everyone welcome.

At the September meeting on the 11th at All Saints Church hall, 2pm there will be a Harvest Tea and sparkling entertainment! Do come and join us!

DOROTHY THOMAS

4,000 years ago.

Orkney starts 10 miles north of Scotland across the fierce Pentland Firth and consist of 70 islands of which only 20 are inhabited. Kirkwall, the capital city has a population half that of Porthcawl and was founded by the Vikings approximately 1,000 years ago.

Scrapa Flow was the Royal Navy’s main northern base in both world wars and the sinking of the battleship HMS Royal Oak with the loss of 833 sailors and boys was its greatest tragedy.

Porthcawl U3A convener and speaker Elizabeth Bower revealed her great affection for Orkney and its fascinating history, culture and Nordic-Scots origins. A most enthralling talk which sadly was U3A’s last from the Rest.

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Harrison Residential Lettings Inheritance Tax – the implications for you

When you die, inheritance tax could cost your loved ones a large amount of money.

Inheritance tax is payable on your estate after your death once your debts have been paid. If your estate is higher than the inheritance tax threshold, your estate will be liable to tax at 40% on the extra amount. This is reduced to 36% if you leave at least 10% of your estate to a charity.

The Nil Rate threshold is the amount of money that everyone is allowed to leave without paying inheritance tax. This is set by the Government and at the present time is £325,000.00. So for example, if your estate is worth £500,000.00, you pay no tax on the first £325,000.00 and

either 40% or 36% on the remainder.

If you have a spouse or civil partner, any assets you leave to them are exempt from inheritance tax. In addition, your spouse or civil partner’s estate is increased by the amount you didn’t leave to others, meaning that together a couple can leave £650,000.00.

If you give away any money less than seven years before you die, this will be treated as part of the estate. Your beneficiaries could get around this by taking out insurance to cover the tax bill. There is an annual exemption of £3,000.00, which means that if you limit cash gifts to this amount, inheritance tax will not be payable.

You can carry this exemption forward for one year only. Also, gifts to charity or political parties are tax exempt. Similarly, if you arrange for a proportion of your income to be paid as a gift then your beneficiaries will not pay tax on this either.

If you wish to explore other options in order to reduce the tax implications after your death please contact us to discuss.

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Things you should know!

Welcome to our new adviser You may be aware that since the start of 2013 there have been a number of radical changes in the way in which financial advice is provided.

Many organisations have found it difficult to adapt, including the banks which are restricting the availability of advice in their branches.

One Life Financial Planning Ltd however, has seen a significant increase in enquiries for our services as independent financial advisers. So much so that we are in the process of increasing the number of staff at our Porthcawl office.

On 1st July, I was pleased to welcome Mr Delwyn Eatwell as an adviser into the team. Delwyn has held senior positions in finance for over 27 years. His

wealth of experience in providing advice to both business and personal clients will, I believe greatly enhance the service that we provide. We also have plans for further expansion later in the year.

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Sell in May and go away, come back on St Leger Day is an old City saying which you probably would have been wise to have followed this year, looking at how markets dropped in June. However, research shows that, for every year the saying proves correct, there are just as many it turns out to be wrong.

Indeed July has seen (at the time of writing) a significant bounce in the fortunes of the markets.

For most private investors, such short-term rises and falls shouldn’t be a worry if you follow the path of pound cost

averaging.

In essence, pound cost averaging is the gradual drip-feeding of money into the markets eg. if you had £1,000 to invest, you would spread the investment over say ten equal monthly installments of £100. So if the markets fall during the ten month period, your investment would buy more stock than it would have done had you invested the whole amount in a single transaction.

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Some 24,000 children every year lose a parent – a staggering reality that no-one can ignore and being adequately protected is one of life’s responsibilities that all parents have.

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Many people still organise their financial affairs independently of expert financial advice as they believe it is a straightforward process then make mistakes which often are irreversible, such as annuities or invest money in the wrong places unbeknown to them.

However with increasing changes in legislation whether it is pension and retirement planning, managing your investments, mortgages and protection or estate planning expert advice is recommended as the changes can be even more overwhelming and confusing.

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we pride ourselves on having a team of chartered financial planners who are experts in their field as well as customer relationship assistance team members who will help you make sense of your financial matters and put plans in place that suit both your budget and requirements. We also have chartered financial planners who speak Welsh so if you’d prefer your advice provided to you in Welsh just ask.

Information on our services including our blog, useful guides, magazines and newsletters can be downloaded at www.bhifa.co.uk. If you like social media you can follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook – Bartholomew Hawkins Ltd and on Twitter @BHIFA Our new website build is currently underway and will be launched soon. So, watch this space!

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What is clinical reflexology?

Children's diets worse today than in wartime Wartime diseases are making a comeback among children because their junk food diets are worse than during rationing, warn experts.

Conditions such as scurvy and rickets are being fuelled by too many takeaways and microwave meals, it is claimed.

But poor nutrition has not stopped many from becoming obese, it is feared, as they are putting on weight from eating the wrong sorts of food.

Doctors’ leader Mark Temple said it was a "great tragedy" that some families gain less goodness from their food than those coping with rationing in the Second World War.

Fever in children If you’re like many parents, the first time your infant has a fever it’s a cause for concern.

That’s because many of us have been brought up to see fever as a sign of sickness when really it’s a sign that you are well!

Huh? Yes, it’s true. A fever is a sign that your body is working the way it was designed. Your body has the innate wisdom to raise its temperature in response to a foreign body – a virus or bacteria – that needs to be destroyed.

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"Food standards are worse now than they were during the rationing during the war," he said. "That’s a strong indictment on the food industry."

Latest figures show that 10 per cent of pupils are obese when they start school. The proportion doubles to almost 20 per cent in those about to start secondary education.

Dr Temple, chairman of the British Medical Association’s public health medicine committee, said: "Obesity is a major health threat and we ought to be doing something about it."

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Sometimes those little gems are right under our noses.

Take for example, St Clare’s Prayer Centre, Newton, Porthcawl. This lovely house set in private gardens overlooks beautiful views across the Bristol Channel.

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In recognition of this gift, the nuns developed a home for people to come and have time out. The felt ethos being very

relaxation within a very short while.

So how does it work? Clinical reflexology applies adapted techniques and pressure to very specific points in the feet, which correspond to imbalances within the body.

It aims to balance and restore the endocrine system (your hormones), improve circulation around the body and work on blockages within the muscular skeletal system, by removing small crystals of uric acid. Hence, It aims to improve circulation and the elimination of toxins to increase energy and vitality whilst providing time out from our hectic lives.

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simple: quietness, contemplation, kindness and sharing.

The prayer centre does have a long established group that meets every Wednesday at 7.30pm. The practice being silent meditation. The group is currently closed but will be meeting in early September. I discussed the opportunity of inviting various teachers of mindfulness, this request was greeted with open arms.

In this spirit, we have organised a retreat day for 14th September. The retreat day will be lead by a Tibetan monk and a Thai monk. The day will begin with calm abiding meditation and then move to compassion based practices.

Starting at 10am and finishing at 5pm, the day is free, a donation will be accepted.

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Hopscotch in Porthcawl On the pink and white pavement we chalked numbers. She could hop better than me, but we felt equal, never quarrelled. We were best friends.

Hospital volunteers We do our voluntary job At the Hospital everyday And the patients are amazed That we do it for no pay!

We show them where the clinics are And if it's very far We phone for a wheelchair to sit in And the Porters take them there.

When they are ready to go home An ambulance we can call So off they go on shaky legs Just hope that they won't fall We see all sorts come in here Lots much worse off than us And yet they seem so very brave And rarely make a fuss

My life had been a hotpotch; hers more seemly, more even.

She had a fridge that made ice cubes.

We had a pantry that stored Sunday meat for rissoles on Monday. The sun always shone on the ice-cream pavement. You felt like licking the chalk. It wasn’t the winning that counted, just the jumping side by side.

We fished in beach pools too, or raced each other down her posh road on roller skates after Christmas.

We had bruised knees and scabby hands.

We are a very friendly bunch Who give service with a smile So when someone says “Thank you Girls” It makes it all worthwhile!

RUTH THOMAS Bridgend Poems are printed with spelling, capitalisation and punctuation as supplied. Emailed poems take priority.

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Turn not your face away, my Love, Nor fear that I may see Those pocks and scars and blemishes That you would hide from me O, turn, my Love, that you may know You’re beautiful to me Turn, turn, my Love, as flower to sun, Bask in the healing rays O my great beauty, let my kiss Adorn your life with praise Walk, heart to heart, your hand in mine And always face to face PAULINE LEWIS Porthcawl

Life’s a bit like hopscotch, somehow.

You keep hopping up and down, round and round. But it’s okay if you have someone to hop with.

SUSAN ELLIOT Originally from

Porthcawl

But then we get the others Who don't seem ill at all They moan and snap and think that We're at their beck and call We work our shifts though freezing cold As the wind blows through the door No heating on for many years Fed up of complaining anymore

Face to face

I won't be long…

Mists and floods

I won’t be long I promise Just a quick pint with the boys 4 hours later, dinners ruined, He creeps in – what a noise!

The mists above the forests, Trees along the vales, With Murky, Misty mornings, On a dreary day in Wales.

I’m popping for some baccy I won’t be long my dear 3 hours later back he comes (Strange how baccy smells of beer!)

More water fills the reservoirs, So we don't have a drought, Unlike other parts of England, Who have had to go with nowt.

Just going down the garden, I won’t be long you know 2 hours later – tea’s in the dog.

How long's it take to mow?

The rain has fallen lots this month, Torrential pour downs from above, With many family homes ruined, Caused by all the floods.

So I’ve drawn out all his money Bought a ticket for a song.

Off on a world cruise tomorrow.

But I’ve texted – I WON’T BE LONG!

DAVID BOYCE Brackla

CHRIS EARLY Cefn Cribwr

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Local Book: NEW BOOKS AT PORTHCAWL LIBRARY

Non-fiction CRAIG BELLAMY

Fiction STEPHEN BOOTH

Good Fella: My Autobiography

Already Dead

JONATHAN DIMBLEBY

Inferno

JON GOWER

Daddy’s Gone a-hunting

ROBERT MACFARLANE

The Kill Room

Destiny in the Desert The Story of Wales

The Old Ways: A Journey on Foot ANDREW MARTIN

Flight by Elephant IAN MUCKLEJOHN

A Dad for All Seasons VICTORIA PENDLETON

Between The Lines LUCIAN RANDALL

Noel Gallagher

PETER SISSONS

When One Door Closes MICHAEL WILLIAMS

Steaming to Victory: How Britain’s Railways Won the War

Book of the month: INFERNO

by Dan Brown

The latest Dan Brown is a breathless race-againsttime thriller that will grab you from page one and not let you go until you close the book.

With 'seek and ye shall find' echoing in his head, eminent Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon awakes in a hospital bed with no recollection of where he is or how he got there, nor can he explain the macabre object that is found in his belongings. A threat to his life will propel him and a young doctor, Sienna Brooks, into a breakneck chase across the city of Florence. Only Langdon's knowledge of hidden passageways and ancient secrets can save them from the clutches of their unknown pursuers.

With only a few lines from Dante's dark and epic masterpiece, The Inferno, to guide them, they must decipher a

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The Devil and The River LISA GARDNER

Touch & Go

ROSIE HARRIS

Hell Hath No Fury MICHAEL JECKS

Templar’s Acre

STUART MACBRIDE

Close to the Bone

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sequence of codes buried deep within some of the most celebrated artefacts of the Renaissance to find the answers to a puzzle which may, help them save the world from a terrifying threat.

All these books and many more are available to order free of charge at your local library.

We have books to accompany your travels and books to enjoy at home; many are also available in large print, or audio format, or available to download at home.

This month the library has been taken over by the Summer Reading Challenge in which the children explore The Creepy House and discover the scary residents. There are stories every Saturday and special sessions in the first two Wednesdays in August.

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FROM PIERS TO ETERNITY

by Hazel Preller Old ladies standing with their feet in the sea are the unlikely stars of Hazel Preller’s debut book From Piers to Eternity.

These old ladies are in fact those quintessentially English seaside piers, and all becomes clear when you start reading this delightful tale of how Hazel and Jay Preller met and fell in love on Weston-super-Mare’s Grand Pier and then endeavoured to have a kiss on the end of every pier in the country.

The pier kissing odyssey saw the couple travel over 7000 miles, visiting long, short, old and new piers, debunking a few myths and falling in love with piers too, they ended their journey, as

only pier kissers can, with a wedding on Brighton Pier in 2010.

This fascinating and beautifully descriptive story with photographs taken by the author tells of the history and vital statistics of each of the sixty piers that they visited and is told with a delicious sense of humour. A wonderful history, mini tourist guide and love story all in one book will compel you to visit your nearest seaside status symbol and see it in an entirely new light.

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Art in Focus

A new and exciting exhibition comes to the National Museum of Wales, in Cardiff this summer: Visions of Mughal India: The Collection of Howard Hodgkin (27th July - 3rd November).

Howard Hodgkin has been a passionate collector of Indian paintings since his school days and his collection is considered one of the finest of its kind in the world.

It includes illustrations of epics and myths, royal portraits, scenes of court life and hunt-

Bridgend Male Choir on the move At the end of July, Bridgend Male Choir will move its rehearsal venue from the OCLP Club, Bryntirion to the Church Hall at St Mary's RC Church, Ewenny Road, Bridgend.

We will be sorry to leave the Labour Club after being made

Porthcawl Annual Sea Festival The Porthcawl Annual Sea Festival is being supported again this year by Silures Art, who have been busy preparing an exhibition based on the shoreline between Southerndown and Kenfig Sands.

The exhibition will be held at Silures Gallery, 40 South Road, Porthcawl CF36 3DG from

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ing, and a spectacular group of elephant portraits.

Some of the works in the collection vividly evoke the urban or daily life of India, a country which has inspired Hodgkin on his frequent visits made over some 50 years. The exhibition also represents most of the main types of Indian court painting that flourished during the Mughal period (c. 1550 1850).

This is a personal collection, formed by an artist’s eye, as Hodgkin says himself about this exhibition: “These pictures have been chosen because I thought they were beautiful, because they touched my emotions, and not for any scholarly purposes. It is a collection made by an artist. I hope you enjoy looking at it.”

Daily tours free to the public: 12.30pm.

Stag’s world of rock

single “Dreamer I Know”. It’s a travesty they’re not!

I met up with my long-time music partner Daley B and had that beer with him, and caught his gig before his return to his new home in Martyn Joseph Czech! Let’s hope that Porthcawl’s Steve Rogers makes a full recovery after his recent illness – we’re all thinking of you, buddy. I must also wish a belated happy birthday to rock star Mark Jones and my two minders Liz and Jayne who both keep me on the straight and narrow (well, sometimes).

And don’t forget Newton Beer and Pop Charity Festival on Newton Green featuring eight live bands on Saturday 24th August.

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As always, there’s plenty to write about.

Great to see South Wales singer/songwriter Martyn Joseph getting a lot of national radio play. Martyn is best known for his successful single “Dolphins Make Me Cry” when he was signed to the Sony record label, but still has a large cult fan-base especially in Canada, and his current album “Songs For The Coming Home” is brilliant. Check him out on YouTube. Still on radio stations, let’s hope some of the local 'Jocks' start playing the new Steve Strange’s Visage

so welcome by Malcolm and Julie, the Club Steward and Stewardess, as well as by Mike Feeley, the hard-working Secretary, and the club members.

We are sure that the Bryntirion community at large will also be sorry to witness the demise of their club.

In the 53 years of the choir's existence, this will be only our third permanent change of rehearsal venue. Having spent

the first 45 years in the Police Club, Waterton, we moved to Hermon Chapel, Nolton Street until 2005 when we moved to Bryntirion. Our first rehearsal at St Mary's will be Thursday 1st August 2013.

We are most grateful for the kindness of Father William Isaac and all in St Mary's parish for their immediate offer to accommodate the choir. St Mary's Church, with its fan-

tastic acoustics is the choir's favourite local concert venue, and the church hall has all the facilities needed in a rehearsal room.

Saturday 3rd August 2013 to Sunday 1st September 2013.

Open 11am - 4.30pm weekends and bank holidays.

In addition, this year the group will be holding an exhibition at the Y Centre, John Street which will coincide with the Centre’s August Craft Fair on Saturday 31st August 2013. This will be the first opportunity for the public to visit ‘Silures in the Loft’ situated on the top floor of the Y Centre in a new exhibition space. A lift is available.

Porthcawl Art Society Summer Exhibition

to ships. There is indeed something for the whole family. The prizes were awarded as follows: First prize: Tricia Simon with her painting of Porthgain.

Joint second: Jack Davies, with his painting of Compo, and Elizabeth Campbell with her painting of Tenby.

Joint third: Wendy Davies Williams, with her painting of Sker House; Marion Rees with her painting, Hiding, and Ray John with her painting, Spring in the air.

SANDRA WINTLE

Tricia Simon with her painting

This year's summer exhibition was a mix of styles that encompassed pastel watercolors oil and acrylic.

With subjects from flowers

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Coronation Street writer adapts comedy play with Welsh cast at Sherman Theatre, Cardiff

'Guardians of the tree' by Geoff Baker

'What a catch' by Geoff Baker

Pyle & Porthcawl Photographic Society

photographer who attained the highest aggregate score for their two best scoring images.

David Lingham FRPS judged We are currently in our the competition, and not only closed season, but we still awarded the marks, but also meet every week for field provided an excellent critique trips (see our website) and on each image. everyone is welcome to First place went to Geoff Bakjoin us. er who received an excellent The new season starts on 12th September at Glamorgan 38 marks out of a possible 40 with "Guardians of the tree" Holiday Hotel, The Square, and "What a catch". Second Porthcawl CF36 3BW. We have our Summer Exhibi- place went to John Corcoran for "Waiting" and "Storm tion in the Main Hall of the Clouds". Third place went Grand Pavilion from Monday 5th August until Sunday 11th to Paul Rosser for "Female PerAugust, so pop along and see egrine shaking her plumage" and "Kestrel in the woods". some of our work.

Congratulations to Geoff for Our last competition of the winning the competition and season was the Clyne Jones a big thank you to everyone Memorial Trophy Competiwho participated for making it tion, which was for Digital such an interesting, entertainProjected Images and every ing and fun evening. member could enter up to GLYN EDMUNDS three images each on any pyle-porthcawl-ps.co.uk subject. The winner was the

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society, where blackmail and hypocrisy abound, the rouble rules, and everyone can be bought, sold or borrowed.

William Thomas (Twin Town, Mr Nice, Torchwood, Gavin and Stacey, Belonging) is aging merchant Bolshov, who dreams of a daughter-free retirement whilst clinging to his wealth.

Rhodri Meilir (My Family, Caerdydd) is Bolshov’s hapless clerk Lazar, in love with the boss’s daughter but embroiled in his Coronation Street writer, Simon Crowther has adapted scheme… The question is, who has an eye for the big chance? a comedy play, It’s A FamA night of scheming, plotting ily Affair... (We’ll Settle It and laughter.

Ourselves) which will be at It’s A Family Affair... (We’ll Sherman Theatre, Cardiff Settle Ourselves) is at Sherman from 25th September – 12th Theatre, Cardiff from 25th October, 7.30pm.

September – 12th October, False bankruptcy, spoilt rich 7.30pm. Tickets are £12 - £22. kids, matchmakers on the take and lawyers on the bottle. Wel- Concessions: £2 off and under come to the world of Moscow’s 25s Half price tickets and Mondays is £10 tickets on all seats. merchant class, the nouveau For further information and riche of 19th century Russia.

Written in 1849 then promptly tickets, please contact Sherman Theatre on 029 2064 6900 or banned, Alexander Ostrovsky’s Family Affair Ad Doc. 10/7/13 13:10 Page 1 visit www.shermancymru.co.uk debut comedy is a scathing SUZANNE CARTER satire on a vulgar and deluded

It’s A Family Affair…

(We’ll Settle It Ourselves) A play full of scheming, plotting and laughter Adapted by Simon Crowther (Coronation Street) With William Thomas (Gavin and Stacey, Belonging) and Rhodri Meilir (My Family, Caerdydd)

25 September 12 October, 7.30pm Sherman Theatre, Cardiff 029 2064 6900 www.shermancymru.co.uk Tickets £12-£22, Concessions £2 off, Under 25s Half Price, Mondays £10 tickets Buy One Get One Free Tickets for Seaside News readers.

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Facebook: Porthcawl Shotokan Karate • PRAM FITNESS, BRIDGEND 1.30–2.30PM @ the Loft Cafe, Broadlands. Specialist outdoor postnatal exercise class for mums whilst baby enjoys a ride in their pram. Contact Sarah on 07917 276788. Email sarahdowson@sky.com • SALSA DANCE BEG/IMP, BRIDGEND 8pm @ The Dance Centre/Labour Club Bryntirion, 01656 652165 • SCRIBBLES ART & CRAFT GROUP @ The Pier Hotel, Porthcawl (except Bank Holidays).

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Secretary, Jean Ball: 01656 782917 • PORTHCAWL SEA CADETS 7–9.30pm, in the Sea Cadet Building next to the harbour. Ages 10–18 and any adults looking to become instructors.

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• LINE DANCE CLASSES @ Awel y Mor, Porthcawl. Everyone welcome, including beginners. 7pm start, £4 per person. 01639 631544 or 07770 966624 • LUNCHEON CLUB for senior citizens @ Trinity Church, John St, Porthcawl, 12.30. All are welcome. For further details tel. 01656 772364 • OUTDOOR BOOTCAMP – FORCES FITNESS, BRIDGEND All levels of fitness can attend, FREE WEEK - Newbridge Fields 18.15–9.15 call 07708 964 032 or email info@ forcesfitness.co.uk to book!

• PACK WALKS FOR YOU AND YOUR DOG @ 1.45pm, Kenfig Nature Reserve. Approx an hours walk. Meet outside the visitors centre. Free for all with friendly dogs. Great for socialising your dog and free dog advice given. For more information contact Claire from Bark & Ride on 07792 980366 • PENYBONT LADIES CHOIR, BRIDGEND @ Bryntirion Community Centre, Bridgend, 1–3pm.

New members welcome. Joan: 01656 740840 • POEMS AND PINTS, PORTHCAWL 7.30pm, every 3rd Tuesday: Lorelei Inn, Esplanade Avenue, Porthcawl. All those with an active interest in poetry welcome. poemspints. webs.com

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• DANCE CLASSES, 7-9pm with new groups opening on BRYNTIRION @ the Dance other nights. £20 per month. 01656 Studio Dance Centre, Mount Pleasant, 856074 for more information Bryntirion. Drama/ Tap/ Jazz/ • ADULT AQUA FIT CLASS, Acrobatics/ Line/Ballet. 07980 039128 PORTHCAWL Splashland, Trecco Bay Holiday Park, Porthcawl. Starts 7pm. • DUPLICATE BRIDGE, PORTHCAWL @ The Rest, Classes run school term times only. NO Porthcawl, 2–4.15pm. Varied standard of CLASSES UNTIL: Tuesday 3rd September players, all abilities welcome. More info: 2013. Information: Call Diane 07966 Chris on 01656 656294 or Rex on 01656 529417 773495, www.bridgewebs.com/rest • AEROBICS, KENFIG HILL • EXERCISE FOR THE OVER 50s 6.15–7.15pm @ Cynffig Sports Hall, @ the Newton Institute, Porthcawl. everyone welcome. Contact: Debbie 9.30–10.30am & 10.30–11.30am. Based 07890 582636. Also on Sunday 5–6pm on Pilates. £4. Your teacher is two time • BEACH BOOT CAMP @ Olympian silver medal winner Sue PORTHCAWL HEALTH CLUB Cheesbrough. Ring 07866 313623 for 7–8am @ 1st floor at Porthcawl Hotel.

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• FRENCH & SPANISH CLUBS More info: 07925 619441 FOR CHILDREN, BRIDGEND • BELLY DANCING CLASSES Aged 4–11 years. A fun program all in Improvers @ the Dance Centre, French and Spanish. alicastanera@ Elm Crescent, Bryntirion (next googlemail.com or 07533 597229 to Filco) 6 - 7pm. Contact Linda • GROUNDWORK ACTIVE PLAY 01656 863639/07824 874511, SESSIONS Ages 8-12 @ Newton Park. elindiabellydance@gmail.com 4–6pm. A supervised 2 hour activity • BOUNCE & RHYME SESSIONS session with trained Groundwork staff FOR BABIES & TODDLERS, and PCSO Holly. Sports, arts and crafts, PORTHCAWL @ Porthcawl Library, and general outdoor activities. Activities 10am (term time only). 01656 754845, are led by the children that attend. www.bridgend.gov.uk/libraries • GYMTOTS, KENFIG HILL 2–5yrs • BRIDGEND ATHLETICS CLUB @ Cynffig Sports hall. Contact: Debbie Adult beginners and improvers jog club 07890 582636 @ Bridgend AC track, next to Newbridge • HATHA YOGA CLASS @ the Fields, meet at 6.30pm, More info: Jon, YMCA on John Street, Porthcawl. Mixed treasurer@bridgendac.co.uk ability class, so all levels welcome. 10– • BRIDGEND & DISTRICT 11.30am. For more info contact BONSAI SOCIETY, PYLE 1st Michele 07793 544 956 email: mail@ Tuesday of every month @ Pyle Church michelelambertyoga.co.uk www. hall, opposite Clarke’s garage, 7pm. New michelelambertyoga.co.uk members always welcomed. Secretary: 01656 742008, Chairman: 01656 742077 • KICKBOXING CLASSES: BEGINNERS ONLY, BRIDGEND • BRIDGEND HOME @ Jeff’s Kickboxing Gym, Dunraven EDUCATORS A support, educational Arms. 6.30–8pm and social group for families who are educating their children at home. Tondu • KETTLE BELL CLASSES @ Wesley Methodist Church, 10am till 2pm. Cynffig Comprehensive. 5.15–6.15pm.

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• SLAPPINGSKINS AFRICAN DRUM WORKSHOP, BRIDGEND Workshops at Heronsbridge School, Bridgend. 6–7pm for beginners; 7–8pm for regulars. All instruments provided. Contact Aaron at www.slappingskins.co.uk • STORYTIME FOR CHILDREN, PENCOED Pencoed Library. 2.30pm.

01656 754840 www.bridgend.gov.uk/ libraries • STREET DANCE FOR ADULT IMPROVERS, BRIDGEND 8pm @ The Dance Centre/Labour Club Bryntirion, Tel: 01656 652165 • REVOLUTIONISE DANCE SCHOOL Acrobatic dance: 5–6pm; Also, mixed modern and street: Fridays 4.45–6.45pm and mixed dance and cheerleading: Saturdays 10am–12noon.

All at Pyle Life Centre • SEWING MACHINE STITCHING CLASS Restarting September, 10am–1pm. More info from Claire Bailey (instructor): 01656 720898 or 07891 030255 • SING AND SIGN, BABY SIGN LANGUAGE & MUSIC CLASS @ Awel-y-Mor Community Centre, Porthcawl, CF36 5TN. Stage 1: 9.45–10.45am. Stage 2: 11am–12.00pm.

For more information or to book please contact Beverley on 07583 087157 or email beverleythomas@singandsign. co.uk www.singandsign.co.uk • SLIMMING WORLD BLBC, Cefn Cribwr @7.30pm. Tel Bev: 07912172674 • STORYTIME FOR CHILDREN, PYLE @ Pyle Life Centre. 2.15pm.

Tel: 01656 754850, pylelib@bridgend. gov.uk • TABERNACL MUSIC SOCIETY CHOIR PRACTICE, BRIDGEND @ Tabernacl Chapel, Derwen Road, Bridgend. 7–8.45pm. Mixed Voice. New members welcome. Tel: 07974 765578 • TAI BO KICK AEROBICS, PYLE @ Pyle Life Centre. 7.15–8.15pm. Male & female, all ages welcome! Kids Tae Kwon Do 6.15–7pm. Instructor Sarah Panes, Qualified Tai Bo & 2nd Degree Black Belt ITF TKD Instructor. Contact: 01656 743478 or 07773 041339 • TOTAL BODY CONDITIONING (LIGHT) @ PORTHCAWL HEALTH CLUB 5.45–6.45pm @1st floor at Porthcawl Hotel. Members at gym: free, non members £5. More info: 07925 619441 • TOTAL BODY CONDITIONING

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Every 1st Tues of the month at 11.30am (except August). Tel: 01656 754820 email: abkenlib@bridgend.gov.uk • YOGA CLASSES, PORTHCAWL with Carol Curtis-Jones, British Wheel of Yoga teacher. At Unitarian Chapel, Nottage: 1–2.30pm and 7.15–9pm.

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• BOOGIE BEAT MUSIC & MOVEMENT Classes for up to age 5yrs. 2–2.45pm @ Pencoed Pavillion (next to swimming pool). To book a free trial contact Nicky on 07789 688447 nickygreenway@boogiebeat.co.uk www.boogiebeat.co.uk • BOWLS, PORTHCAWL @ Griffin Park, from 3pm. From beginners to players with years of experience. The 91 Club is a mixed, non-league club. Also on Fridays & Sundays from 3pm. You are all welcomed to our friendly club.

Contact Richard Butcher: 01656743580 or 07811524142 • BRIDGEND INVOLVEMENT GROUP ‘Peer support in recovery’.

1–3pm @ ARC, Quarella Road, Bridgend.

Service user led group, providing support and information for people affected by drug and alcohol and their families. Contact Linda: 01656 763117 (Mondays only), abm.bigbridgend@ wales.nhs.uk • BRIDGEND COUNTY SHOW MEETINGS @ Bridgend Festivals Office, Cambria House, Wyndham St. 1st Wed of the month at 6.30pm. Tel: 01656 • 1ST CORNELLY SCOUT GROUP 661338 www.bridgend-events.co.uk Silverbirch Beaver Colony. Ages 6–8, • BRIDGEND PARKINSONS 4.30–5.45pm. Cornelly Scout & Guide GROUP Every 2nd Wednesday @ Llys Hall, Meadow Street, North Corrnelly.

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Contact Rob on F700pff@aol.com or Tel: 01656 720791 01656 746564 • BRIDGEND YOUTH THEATRE • 1ST PORTHCAWL SCOUT WORKSHOPS Junior & Youth GROUP Cubs (8–10½yrs) Theatre Workshops (5–25). Grand 5.30–7.15pm. Woodland Hall, Woodland Pavilion, Porthcawl. Wed, Sats & Suns Ave. Meirion: 01656 784711 during term-time. Backstage and • ADRAN YR URDD, PORTHCAWL @ Tabernacl New Hall, design tuition, as well as performing experiences. Pre-booking essential Fenton Place, Porthcawl 5.30–6.30pm for all classes. 01656 815995. Email: throughout school term. Ages 6–12. pavilion@bridgend.gov.uk A fun Welsh medium youth group.

• CAFE FOR CARERS & CARED caelleucu@aol.com or 07790 216312 FOR, PORTHCAWL All welcome.

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Guests are welcome Disabled access. 01656 784100 • BADMINTON COACHING, • CIVIL SERVICE CLUB Every 3rd KENFIG HILL @ Cynffig Sports Wednesday of the month at All Saints Hall. 6–7pm, 7–11yrs. £1.50. Call Debbie Church Hall, Victoria Ave, Porthcawl, 07890 582636 2pm. Activities, talks, outings, meals out, • BALLROOM & LATIN Beginners & etc. All welcome. More info: Alf, 01656 improvers 7–9pm @ The Dance Centre, 782433 or Elaine, 01656 784271 Bridgend. 01656 652165 • CEFN CRIBWR MOTHER, www.dancecentre-bridgend.com BABIES & TODDLERS @ Cefn • BODY TONING - PILATES Cribwr Community Hall 10–11.30am. (mat required) Use of weights and £1.50 per child. Newborns+. 07787 resistance bands optional. 9.45–10.45am 578295 Awel y Mor Community Centre,

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Contact 01792 462845 or just drop in • DISCOVERY TOTS Baby Play, 10am @ Williams Memorial Hall, Coychurch. £4 pay as you go. (multi sensory play for ages 6 wks to 2 yrs).

Baby Massage Courses and Alpha Bugs classes also available. Contact Helen: 01656 818727 / 07795 150602 / info@discoverytots.co.uk / www. discoverytots.co.uk Classes Thursday @ Bijou, Cowbridge too (free play included) • HATHA YOGA, BRACKLA All levels welcome. 7–9pm @ Parc Slip Visitor Centre, Fountain Rd, Tondu CF32 0EH. £30 for a block of 5 weeks or £7 weekly, this class will include postures, breathing practices and meditation.

Contact Michele: 07793 544 956, michelelambert 21@hotmail.com www.michelelambertyoga.co.uk • HATHA YOGA CLASSES, PYLE 6.30pm @ The Life Centre. All levels welcome. Contact Alan Davies, British Wheel of Yoga Teacher, on 01639 888705 • JUDOKWAI, BRIDGEND @ Cefn Glas, Bridgend, 07958 145535 (Mat).

Juniors (6–15 yrs) 5–6pm. Seniors (16+) 6.30–7.30pm. Term time only • KYOKUSHIN KARATE CLUB, BRIDGEND @ The Deaf Club, Tremains Road, Bridgend. Also, Fridays @ The Scouts Hall, Cefn Glass, Bridgend and Sundays @ Nantymoel Memorial Hall, Ogmore Vale. All classes 7.30pm.

Everyone welcome. Children must be over 8 years old. First lesson free. Call Jason: 07779 113273 • LEGS, BUMS & TUMS FITNESS CLASS 9.45 am at Awel Y Mor Community Centre, Wellfield Ave, Porthcawl. Mat required (resistance band and small hand weights optional).

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Tel: 01656 754845 www.bridgend.gov. uk/libraries • LINE DANCING, BRACKLA Brackla Community Centre 10.30–12.

Beginners welcome. Mostly over 50s.

Phone Pat on 01656 785148 for info.

• LUNCHEON CLUB @ Gilgal Baptist Church, Park Avenue. Lunch served at 12.15pm but come along any time from 11am for a coffee and a chat. Contact Margaret: 01656 772115 • NEWTON WI, PORTHCAWL 7pm, 1st Wed of every month at Gilgal Church Hall, Woodlands Ave, Porthcawl.

Call Pearl on 01656 772657 • PARENT/CARER & CHILD GET CREATIVE Cost £4 @ 10am-11am.

Create, play, chat, relax, and enjoy together. Make space to reawaken yourself. Email: freshstart.grice@gmail. com Call: 07866 277560 www.siobhangrice.com • PIPSW BREASTFEEDING GROUP @ Once Upon A Playtime soft play, Ogmore Terrace, Bridgend, CF31 1SU, 10-12. All pregnant and breastfeeding mums welcome. No charge. Also at The Dance Centre, Elm Crescent, Bryntirion, Bridgend on Fridays • PORTHCAWL ART SOCIETY Interested in art? Join us at the Old Police Station, John Street Porthcawl, 1.30–3.30pm. Also on Thursdays, 7–9pm. Lydia: 01656 767611 • PORTHCAWL FLORAL ARRANGEMENT SOCIETY Interested in becoming a flower arranger? Alternate Wednesdays at AwelMor Centre, Porthcawl. Doors open at 6.30pm. Tel: 01656 785388 • PORTHCAWL LADIES FC 6–7.30pm @Locks Lane, Porthcawl.

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Contact Danielle: 07540 518341 / daniellekatiej@icloud.com • PORTHCAWL RUNNING CLUB Meeting at the Porthcawl Rugby Club at 6.30pm. Large beginners group. Further information email: porthcawlrunners@ hotmail.co.uk. Also on Fridays • PORTHCAWL SURF CLUB 6pm @ Rest Bay Car Park • QUIZ NIGHT @ Kenfig Hill Labour Club. 8pm • READING GROUP @ Coed Parc, Park St, Bridgend. Every 3rd Wed of the month, 1.30pm (except August). 01656 754810, coedparclib@bridgend.gov.uk • ROYAL BRITISH LEGION, PORTHCAWL The Porthcawl Branch meets every 3rd Wednesday of the month at the RAFA Club, Porthcawl, at 7.30pm. All welcome even if you are not ex-forces • SHARING ART Art and craft activities for adults with disabilities @ The Rees Centre 9a Prince Road, Kenfig Hill. Session times 10am-12noon and 2pm-4pm, £5 per session, materials and refreshments supplied. Telephone Wendy: 01656 741166, email:wendy. jenkins@scope.org.uk • SLIMMING WORLD, PORTHCAWL @ Trinity Church.

9.30am–11am. Call Gaynor 01656 788763 • SPINNING @ PORTHCAWL HEALTH CLUB 5.45–6.45pm @1st floor at Porthcawl Hotel. Members at gym: free, non members £5. More info: 07925 619441 • TABLE TOP SALE @ Griffin Park Community Centre, 10am–2pm. Coffee, tea and snacks available. Traders and crafters welcome. Phone 01656 772534 for bookings and further information • TAI CHI CLASS Traditional Sun Style Taijiquan. Newton Institute. 10–11am.

Other classes held throughout the Borough. Instructor G Lake, email: Caringspirit15@yahoo.co.uk • WARRIOR FIT @ PORTHCAWL HEALTH CLUB With cross fit champion Mr John lugg. 7–8pm @1st floor at Porthcawl Hotel. Members at gym: free, non members £5. More info: 07925 619441 • YOGA CLASSES, PORTHCAWL with Carol Curtis-Jones, British Wheel of Yoga teacher. At Unitarian Chapel, Nottage: 7.15–9pm. Beginners welcome.

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For details call Susan 01656 772534 • BEACH BOOT CAMP @ PORTHCAWL HEALTH CLUB 7–8am @1st floor at Porthcawl Hotel.

Members at gym: free, non members £5.

More info: 07925 619441 • BINGO & SOCIAL AFTERNOON, PORTHCAWL @ Awel-y-Mor Centre, 1.45–4pm. All welcome.

• BREASTFEEDING GROUP, PORTHCAWL @ 10.15–11.45am, All Saints Church, Porthcawl, only in term time. Claire and Carol: 07973 898219 • BRIDGEND CARERS, PORTHCAWL 1st Thurs of every month, 10am–1pm, Trinity Church, John Street. Advice and information for carers.

More info: 01656 658479 • BRIDGEND FESTIVALS COMMITTEE @ Bridgend Festivals Office, Cambria House, Wyndham Street, Bridgend. 1st Thursday of the month at 10am. For more info: 01656 661338; e-mail: king-barry@btconnect.com www.bridgend-events.co.uk • 1ST CORNELLY SCOUT GROUP • BRIDGEND PHILATELIC SOCIETY, BRIDGEND 2nd & 4th Scout Troop. Ages 10–14, 7–9pm @ Thursday each month @ the Gospel Cornelly Scout & Guide Hall, Meadow Hall, Oddfellows St, 7.30–9.30pm. Tel: Street, North Corrnelly. Contact Rob on 01656 653753 F700pff@aol.com or 01656 746564 • 1ST NOTTAGE SCOUT BEAVER • BRIDGEND SUGARCRAFT CLUB 1st Thurs of the month, COLONY For boys and girls, 6–8 years 7–9.30pm @ Miners Welfare Hall, Heol old. 6.30–7.45pm at Nottage Scout Hut. Y Groes Pencoed. Demonstrations/ More information please call Anne on workshops, fun, laughter & compli01656 772725 email anne.davidson71@ mentary refreshments. No experience hotmail.co.uk required. Members £3, non-members • 1ST PORTHCAWL SCOUT £5. jgmoneybox-two@yahoo.co.uk GROUP BEAVER COLONY 6–8yrs. 5.15–6.30pm @ Woodland Hall, • BRIDGEND TOWN AFC Under 12s football. Training at Newbridge Woodland, Avenue, Porthcawl. Meirion Fields, Bridgend. 6–7pm. John: 07800 784711; davidmann.lewis@virgin.net 540309 • AEROBICS CLASS, • CHILDREN’S STORYTIME, BRYNTIRION @ the Dance Studio, PYLE @ Pyle Life Centre from Mount Pleasant, Bryntirion (next to the 11–11.30am. 01656 754850; pylelib@ community Centre) 6.15–7.15pm. Call bridgend.gov.uk Debbie 07779 709814 • CHOIR PRACTICE, BRIDGEND • ARCHAEOLOGY CYMRU Bridgend Male Choir. 7.30–9.30pm BRIDGEND 2pm at the Hope Baptist @ the OCLP Club, Bryntirion, Church, Station Hill, Bridgend CF31 1EA. Bridgend. Gareth: 01656 862037. www.

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Porthcawl YMCA, The Y Centre 25 John Street. The place to be on a Wednesday evening. 6.30–8.30pm. Over 11's. £1 entry. Free for first time users • ZUMBA @ Bryntirion Comp School 6–7pm. £4 per class. Bring a bottle of water. All abilities welcome. No need to be a dancer, just feel the beat and move your feet. Qualified instructor for 15 years, teaching Zumba for 3 years. Info: Diane 07773 912728 or on instructors website www.zumba.com Also on Mondays at Scouts Hall, Llangewydd Road opposite playing fields just off Merlin Crescent, Bryntirion • ZUMBA WORKOUT @ 7.45 pm at the Glamorgan Holiday Home, Pothcawl with Nikki, Qualified Fitness and Zumba Instructor. Insured and CRB checked. £3.50 per class. Please wear trainers and prepare to sweat!

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10.30–12pm. All proceeds to local youth organisations. Call Karen: 01656 740684 • EXERCISE FOR THE OVER 50s @ the Newton Institute, Porthcawl.

10.30–11.30am. Based on Pilates. £4.

Your teacher is two time olympian silver medal winner Sue Cheesbrough. Ring 07866 313623 for more details • FOLK DANCING, BRIDGEND Penybont Welsh Folk Dancing Club meet at Coychurch Memorial Hall Bridgend at 8.15pm. New members always welcome.

Tel: Sue 01656 659676 • HATHA YOGA All levels welcome.

7–8.30pm @ Parc Slip Visitor Centre, Fountain Rd, Tondu CF32 0EH. Contact Michele: 07793 544 956, michelelambert 21@hotmail.com www.michelelambertyoga.co.uk • KEEP-FIT CLASSES, COYCHURCH Coychurch Memorial Hall 7–8pm. All levels of fitness catered for. No joining fee. Also on Monday & Friday, 9.30–10.30am • KENFIG HILL & DISTRICT MALE VOICE CHOIR Rehearse in the Choral Suite, Green Acre Motel, North Cornelly, 7pm–9pm. Come and give it a try, you won’t regret it. Tel: 01656 740766 • KICKBOXING CLASSES: CHILDREN FROM 5 YEARS, BRIDGEND Also on a Monday @ Jeff’s Kickboxing Gym, Dunraven Arms.

6–7pm. Loose clothing to start • LIBRARY READERS’ GROUP, PYLE @ Pyle Life Centre, every 3rd Thurs of the month at 7pm. Tel: 01656 754850 www.bridgend.gov.uk/libraries • LIFEGUARD CLUB - POOL TRAINING, PYLE @ Pyle Pool 8–10am. Tel: (01656) 771380 for details or www.restbaylifeguards.org.uk • LIGHT SPINNING @ PORTHCAWL HEALTH CLUB 5.45–6.45pm @1st floor at Porthcawl Hotel. Members at gym: free, non members £5. More info: 07925 619441 • MID GLAMORGAN MIXED CHOIR, PENCOED (Term time only) in The Bowls Club, Pencoed from 7.15–9pm. Call Louise Baker on 01656 667451 timohagan388@hotmail.com • MONKEY MUSIC FOR BABIES & TODDLERS, BRIDGEND Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers. 3 months–4 years grouped according to age. @ BCLC, Cefn Cribwr.

Book your FREE class and view out latest timetable at www.monkeymusic.com or contact Emma on 01656 649190 vale. bridgend@monkeymusic.co.uk • ORIGINAL ARTISTS ACOUSTIC EVENING Every fortnight at the Seahorse, 9pm, in aid of BOBATH Centre for Cerebral Palsy. To play on one of these evenings please contact Nikki on 07916 342370. Small fee to each act • OUTDOOR BOOTCAMP – FORCES FITNESS, BRIDGEND All levels of fitness can attend, FREE WEEK - Newbridge Fields 18.15–9.15 call 07708 964 032 or email info@ forcesfitness.co.uk to book!

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7pm-8pm to experience what we offer – bring your bathers – or phone Sarah on 07825 670905 for more details • PORTHCAWL DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB @ Awel-y-Mor, Porthcawl, 7pm. Contact Tricia: 01656 785794. Also on a Saturday • PORTHCAWL SHOTOKAN KARATE CLUB 5–6.30pm Awely-Mor, Porthcawl. Beginners & training for Graded Martial Arts students of all ages (grading every 3 months). Christian Whale (5th Dan): 07784 317151.

Facebook: Porthcawl Shotokan Karate • PORTHCAWL WI Every 4th Thurs @ All Saints Church, Porthcawl, 2–4pm • PREGNANCY YOGA @ Litchard Infants School, 6–7.15pm. A time for you and your baby, suitable from 16 weeks.

6–7.15pm: Pregnancy Yoga (£30 for 6 weeks). 7.30–8.45pm: Yoga Drop-in class (£4.50 per session or £20 for 5 sessions). Please contact Emma on 01656 651230 www.pure-yoga.co.uk or pureYoga on facebook • PYLE & PORTHCAWL PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY MEETING @ the Glamorgan Holiday Hotel, The Square, Porthcawl CF36 3BW at 7.15pm. Diverse range of photography related activities. Call Glyn on 01656 772831 (publicity.officer@ pyle-porthcawl-ps.co.uk), or www.pyleporthcawl-ps.co.uk • READING GROUPS @ Ogmore Valley Life Centre. Last Thursday of the month, 11am. 01656 754856, ovalelib@bridgend.gov.uk. Also, Pyle Life Centre, every 3rd Thursday of the month at 7pm. 01656 754850, pylelib@ bridgend.gov.uk No meetings in August • ROYAL MARINES ASSOCIATION, SWANSEA BAY BRANCH Last Thursday of every month. Further details 01656 670224 • SENSHI DO KARATE & KICKBOXING @ Cefn Glas scouts hall. Karate: 6–7pm. Kickboxing: 7–8pm. www.senshido-wales@webs.com • SHARING ART Art and craft activities for adults with disabilities @ The Rees Centre 9a Prince Road, Kenfig Hill. Session times 10am-12noon and 2pm-4pm, £5 per session, materials and refreshments supplied. Telephone Wendy: 01656 741166, email:wendy. jenkins@scope.org.uk • SHOTOKAN KARATE, PORTHCAWL @ St. John’s School, 6–7pm. Call Phil on 07951 455246. All welcome.

• SING AND SIGN, BABY SIGN LANGUAGE & MUSIC CLASS @ St Theodores Church Hall, Port Talbot. Stage 1: 9.45am. For more information or to book please contact Beverley on 07583 087157 or email beverleythomas@singandsign.co.uk www.singandsign.co.uk • SLIMMING WORLD WITH DEE 9.30am, 5.30pm & 7.30pm at Pyle Parish Hall, Pyle road. Tel: 07733 267369, or just pop in!

• SLIMTONE SLIMMING CLASS 10–11am at the Y Centre Porthcawl and 9.30–10.30am at Cwrt Anghorfa (next to The Tap Public House). Contact Marie on 01656 870339 for further information • STAGECOACH THEATRE ARTS SCHOOL, BRIDGEND Performing arts classes, ages 3–18. Contact Helene

on 01446 781454. www.stagecoach. co.uk/bridgend. Also on Friday & Saturday • TAI BO KICK AEROBICS, PYLE @ Pyle Life Centre 7.15–8.15pm. Male & female, all ages welcome! Instructor Sarah Panes, Qualified Tai Bo & 2nd Degree Black Belt ITF TKD Instructor.

Kids Tae Kwon Do 6–7pm. Call Sarah: 01656 743478 or 07773 041339 • TI A FI Y SGER PARENT TODDLER GROUP 9–11am.

Cornelly Integrated Centre, Greenfield Terrace, North Cornelly, CF33 4LW. Contact/ cyswllt: 07966 321764 • WESTWARD 0–4 MEET AND PLAY GROUP A stay and play facility for babies and toddlers aged 0-4. Westward Community Centre, Cefn Glas, Bridgend. 1.30-3pm. £1 donation required (includes tea/coffee) • YOGA CLASS @ Litchard Infants School, 7.30–8.45pm. General drop in class, suitable for all levels. Relax, recentre and renew. Please contact Emma on 01656 651230 www.pure-yoga.co.uk or PureYoga on Facebook • YOUTH CLUB, JUNIOR @ Porthcawl YMCA, The Y Centre 25 John Street. The place to be on a Wednesday evening. 6.30–8pm. Under 11's. £1 entry.

Free for first time users • ZUMBA North Cornelly Community Centre. 8–845pm. Only £3. Join the party and zumba the winter blues away!

Call Mandy: 07854 372582 • ZUMBA, PORTHCAWL 9.45– 10.45am Awel y Mor Community Centre, Wellfield Avenue and 5.30–6.30pm at Nottage Primary School, Suffolk Place. Hannah Bowen Qualified Fitness Instructor Licensed Zumba Instructor find me on Facebook as Zumba Fitness Porthcawl and on Zumba.com or call 07886 487853

Friday • AB ATTACK @ PORTHCAWL HEALTH CLUB 5.45–6.45pm @1st floor at Porthcawl Hotel. Members at gym: free, non members £5. More info: 07925 619441 • ARCHAEOLOGY CYMRU WALKS 10am meeting at the Llantwit Major Train Station carpark. Looking at a wide range of archaeological sites throughout the Vale of Glamorgan. We look at Iron-Age hill-forts, medieval castles, and even sites that we just discover along the way. Walking boots and refreshments a must. More info: 07751 255725 or email: karljlangford@ hotmail.com • BINGO, KENFIG HILL – after Luncheon Club. Eyes down at 1.45pm at the Talbot Community Centre, Kenfig Hill. More info: Cheryl on 01656 749754 • BOOGIE BEAT MUSIC & MOVEMENT Classes for up to age 5yrs. 9.30–10.15am @ Awel y Mor Community Centre, Porthcawl. To book your free trial contact Nicky on 07789 688447 nickygreenway@boogiebeat. co.uk www.boogiebeat.co.uk • BOUNCE & RHYME SESSIONS FOR BABIES & TODDLERS @ Pyle Life Centre, 2pm. 01656 754850 pylelib@bridgend.gov.uk • BRIDGEND FUCHSIA SOCIETY,

YNYSAWDRE @ Ynysawdre Community Centre. 1st Friday of the month, 7pm. All welcome! Call 01656 661338 / 07976 430086. king-barry@ btconnect.com • BRIDGEND WRITERS’ CIRCLE, BRIDGEND @ Bryntirion & Laleston Community Hall, Mount Pleasant, Bryntirion, CF31 4EF. 01656 772738. www.bridgendwriters.webs.com • CHARITY PUB QUIZ, PORTHCAWL @ Seagull Pub, Rest Bay, Porthcawl. 9pm. Proceeds to local charities.

• CONVERSATIONAL FRENCH AND SPANISH FOR ADULTS (term time) @ Cefn Cribwr, Bethlehem Church Life Centre. Spanish 10am–12pm.

French 12.30pm–2.30pm. Call Kim: 02920 382431 or Amanda 01656 650360, courseinfosouth@swales.wea.org.uk • KOREAN KARATE, PORTHCAWL TANG SOO DO @ All Saints Church Hall, Victoria Avenue, Porthcawl. Martial arts for the whole family. Tiger Tots: 4–6yrs: 6–6.30pm; Dragons: 7–12 yrs 6.30–7.30pm; Adults: 13yrs+: 7.30–8.30pm. Tel 07788 482450 e-mail: porthcawltsd@btinternet.com. www.ttfuk.co.uk Also on Tuesdays • MONKEY MUSIC FOR BABIES & TODDLERS, BRIDGEND Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers. 3 months–4 years grouped according to age. @ Trinity Church, Porthcawl. Book your FREE class and view out latest timetable at www. monkeymusic.com or contact Emma on 01656 649190 vale.bridgend@ monkeymusic.co.uk • PORTHCAWL GYMNASTICS CLUB (TERM TIME ONLY) @ Porthcawl Comprehensive School, Park Ave. Classes restart Tuesday 10th September & Friday 13th September.

Please email me for class times etc.

New members also please email with details. Limited places available.

Pam Hardwicke (Head Coach). glyn.hardwicke@gmail.com • PORTHCAWL PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP Last Friday of the month in the Unitarian Church School Room, Nottage, 10.30am. More info: 01656 783071 • SCOPE'S COMMUNITY COMPANIONS CAFE 10am–1pm @ The Rees Centre, 9a Prince Road, Kenfig Hill. Weekly activities such as cookery demonstrations, arts and crafts, gardening, boccia, chair aerobics and much more. Come along for a cuppa and a chat and find out more about our Befriending Service for people over 50.

Telephone Donna: 01656 741166, email: donna.akdemir-young@scope.org.uk • SEQUENCE DANCING, PORTHCAWL @ Trinity church 8–10.15pm. £2.50. 01656 782606 • SENSHI DO ‘The Warriors Way’ KARATE & KICKBOXING, BRIDGEND @ Brackla Community Centre, Whitethorne drive, Brackla, Bridgend. 6.30–7.30pm. All levels, beginners welcome. Call 07791 412864, email bkkc@live.co.uk • SHOUT – FOR OVER 50s, PORTHCAWL 1st Friday of month.

Open forum in Porthcawl to express

Deadline date is always the 15th of the month

your concerns. @ Trinity Church at 2pm.

Tel: 01656 786463 • STAY & PLAY GROUP FOR TWINS/MULTIPLES Any children will be the responsibility of the parent/ carer they are with. Mums-to-be welcome. 12–2pm at Coity Higher Community Centre, Heol West Plas, Philip Square, Litchard, CF35 6BA. Contact: Kathryn Baker 07824 876945, twinklebridgend@aol.com or Facebook Twin-kle Twin-kle Twin Group Bridgend • TAI CHI, BRIDGEND @ Bridgend Recreation Centre, 7–8.30pm. Beginners welcome. John Jones, Chief Instructor. sunsdragon@hotmail.com • TAI CHI CLASS Traditional Sun Style Taijiquan. Pyle Church Hall. 10–11am.

Other classes held throughout the Borough. Instructor G Lake, email: Caringspirit15@yahoo.co.uk • TANG SOO DO, PYLE & DISTRICT (Korean self defence) No training fee for first month. Junior 5yrs+ 6.30–.15pm. Mixed class 7.20–8.30pm.

Advanced Class 8.30–9pm (also Mondays). Upstairs in Pyle Life Centre.

Kyo Sa Nim Gareth Powell: 01656 659592/ 07884 295499/gareth.powell@ tangsoodo.co.uk • TI Â FI AR LAN Y MÔR BILINGUAL PARENT TODDLER GROUP 10am-11:30am. All Saints Church Vestry, Victoria Avenue, Porthcawl. 07966 321764 • TAI CHI & QI GONG @ Awel-Y - Mor Centre, Porthcawl. 10. 30 am 11.30am. Beginners welcome. Gilda: 07840 350167 • TINYTALK BABY SIGNING CLASSES, PYLE @ Coychurch Memorial Hall 10.30–11.30am. Eluned: 07877 566935, eluendw@tinytalk.co.uk or www.tinytalk.co.uk/elunedw • TWINS & MULTIPLES GROUP, PYLE @ Once Upon A Playtime in Bridgend, 10am–12 noon. Clare Roberts: 07932 972200, d.c.roberts@sky.com • WATER WINGS SWIM SCHOOL Children swimming lessons, Bryntirion Comprehensive School, Bridgend. All ages are welcome. 07772 337760. waterwingsswim.webs.com Also on Saturdays • WELSH KARATE UNION PORTHCAWL CLUB @ Porthcawl Community Hall, Porthcawl Comprehensive School. 6–8pm. www. welshkarateunion.org • ZUMBA @ Kenfig Labour Club.

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For Welsh learners and Welsh speakers to meet for a chat. A warm welcome to all – croeso cynnes i bawb • CAR BOOT SALES, BRIDGEND @ The West House Pub. 9am–12pm. Set up 8am. Cars £5/Vans £8. All proceeds to local charities. Please contact Rob & Helen on 01656 653809 • CHARITY FUN QUIZ IN AID OF VELINDRE CANCER CARE @ the Swan Inn, Nottage, Porthcawl, 5.30pm.

Just shout out the answer! Come along and join in the fun only 10p for a wrong answer and a raffle ticket for correct ones. The winning tickets have a free drink! Tel. 07813 506044 • CHILDREN’S ART & CRAFT WORKSHOPS, PORTHCAWL 10.30–11.45am, Crafty Little Creations @ Porthcawl RFC. Call Sue on (01656) 788420/ 07791 476882 • INDOOR CAR BOOT SALE @ Awel-y-Mor, Porthcawl. First 3 Saturdays of every month. 9am–12pm. Phone 01656 657463 to book. Free tea, coffee & biscuits • LIVE ENTERTAINMENT Saturday nights @ Kenfig Hill Labour Club. £2 • MEMBERS AND GUESTS OF THE RAFA CLUB, PORTHCAWL are invited to enjoy bingo at 7.30pm.

Followed by live entertainment by top class artists till 11.30pm • PORTHCAWL & DISTRICT ART SOCIETY EXHIBITION OF PAINTINGS @ the old Police Station Gallery, John Street. 11am–4.30pm.

FREE. Also on the rest of the week • PRAM FITNESS, PORTHCAWL @ the Loft Cafe, Broadlands, Bridgend, 10-11am. )utdoor post-natal exercise class for mums whilst baby enjoys a ride in their pram. Contact Sarah on 07917 276788. Email sarah-dowson@sky.com • ROCK CLUB, PORTHCAWL Music workshops for 8–16years old.

Learn and perform regularly! All levels, guitars, bass, drums, keyboards, singers, all welcome. Book a place on 01656 786319. Rock & Arts Club, 41 John Street, Porthcawl Town/ www.rockclub.org.uk • SILURES ART GALLERY, PORTHCAWL Open every Weekend and Bank Holidays 11am to 4.30pm at 40 South Road. New exhibition each month with free admission. www.silures.co.uk • STORYTIME FOR CHILDREN, PORTHCAWL @ Porthcawl Library 2.30pm. Tel: 01656 754845 email: porthcawllib@bridgend.gov.uk • TAI CHI All Saints Church, Victoria Ave, Porthcawl 10–11am. Fair LadySleeping Tiger Tai Chi. 01656 785014

Sunday

• ART & CRAFT EXHIBITION First Saturday of every month at the Pier Hotel,11am–3pm. Free admission. All • BRIDGEND RAMBLERS A are very welcome. Info: geoffstone44@ weekly programme of three walks: long gmail.com (10–12m), medium (7–9m) and short • BIRDING FOR BEGINNERS, (4–6m). Meet at Bridgend Rec Centre.

KENFIG NATIONAL NATURE We’re gone by 9 am for long and 9:30 RESERVE 3rd Saturday of the month, for medium and short walks. See www.

9am–12pm. Enjoy walks with the warden, bridgendramblers.co.uk for program. in association with Glamorgan Bird • CAR BOOT SALE, BRIDGEND Club. Meet at the Reserve Centre. Free @ the multistorey car park next to Aldi, admission and car park. 01656 743386 7am–12pm. 80–200 car boot stalls each • BORE COFFI/COFFEE week! All proceeds invested into events MORNING, PORTHCAWL @ in Bridgend. Tel: 01656 661338 Tabernacl New Hall, Fenton Place • CAR BOOT SALES at the Rest 10.30am–12pm. 1st Sat of the month.

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Hot & cold refreshments served from our cafe, open daily 10am–4pm, early on car boot Sundays. Sellers £6/car and £12/van. More info: 01656 772066 • CIRCLE OF LIGHT SPIRITUALIST CHURCH, PORTHCAWL @ Awel y Mor Centre.

6pm. itstriza@talk21.com • GOOD NEWS KIDS’ CLUB @ Gospel Hall, Lias Road, Porthcawl.

11.20am–12.20pm age 3+. Traditional stories, lively songs and great craft activities. Christmas party, free summer outing and more. All helpers fully CRB checked. Please come and join us.

Contact:01656 786447 • INDOOR 5-A-SIDE FOOTBALL, MAESTEG @ Maesteg Comprehensive. 11am–6pm. Adults 16+. Contact Phil: 0753 5254290; philipnmorgan@sky.com • LIVE ENTERTAINMENT 5–7pm @ Kenfig Hill Labour Club. Plus karaoke until late!

• PORTHCAWL COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA @1st, 3rd, (5th) Sunday of each month, 6-8pm @ Our Lady Star of the Sea Church hall, New Road. £2 per session, refreshments served. Grade 3 standard is desirable.

For more information: 07861600667 or porthcawl.orchestra@outlook.com • RED TOOTH POKER, PORTHCAWL Evenings @ The Salthouse, Porthcawl. For a chance to be in the regional finals and win big money.

Or just play for fun. Tel: 01656 783380 • ST DAVID’S JUNIOR CHURCH @ St David’s Church, Florence St,

Porthcawl. Term time only, 9.30– 10.30am. Play games, sing songs, read stories and do craft. Group for 0–5 year olds (under 2s must bring a parent) • ST JOHN’S SUNDAY SCHOOL, NEWTON Age 3+ every Sunday, 11am–12 noon, in the schoolroom opposite the church on the green. Great stories, drawing, singing, with Janet and Bev, followed by squash and a biscuit.

Come along any Sunday, we would love to see you!

• SENSHI DO ‘The Warriors Way’ KARATE & KICKBOXING, BRIDGEND @ 3rd Bridgend Scouts Hall, Llangewydd Rd Bryntirion, Bridgend. 6pm till 7pm Karate and 7pm to 8pm Kickboxing/MMA. All levels, beginners welcome. Call 07791 412864 email bkkc@live.co.uk Also, Tuesdays 7–8pm karate. Beginners and all levels welcome. Call Paul Evans: 07791 412864 • SINGLES RENDEZVOUS CLUB, BRIDGEND @ the Brewery Field, Rugby Club, Tondu Road, Bridgend. For single over 30s. 8pm to midnight. Free, entry £4. Smart dress. 01656 773330 or email oursinglesclub@gmail.com

CHARITY FASHION SHOW 05/08/13 @ THE STAGE DOOR, GRAND PAVILION, PORTHCAWL Proceeds to be shared by Tennovus & The Y Centre

£5 Inc. Glass of wine & nibbles Available from the tenovous shop , the Y Centre or Mary Emment-Lewis 01656 772238

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Walk 10 for Marie Curie Cancer Care This year's Walk 10 will take place on Saturday 17th August at Margam Park.

Besides raising money for care for terminally ill patients this is a real family occasion that everyone can take part in. The walk takes place in the park and covers approximately 10kms. It begins at 7pm and It

is timed to finish at 10pm to coincide with the night nurses going on duty and is acknowledged by lanterns being lit and let off. This year there will be two routes, one being slightly shorter and easier than the other.

Bring a picnic basket and join in the festival like atmosphere.

For more details and to register go to www.Mariecurie. org.uk/walkten or call 0845 052 4184.

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Charity Dog Event Come and join us for a great day out for you and your dog at our Charity Dog Event in aid of Great Dane Care on 25th August 2013 at Glamor, Southerndown CF32 0RN. There'll be a BBQ plus cake stands for the humans and for dogs.

Come and be amazed while you're taught to line dance with your dog! Have fun on a full fun agility course. If your dog is fast enough there's terrier and lurcher racing. Plus a companion dog show, novelty classes to be judged by JJ Williams MBE. Contact Sarah: sarah@barkavenue.co.uk or 07980 375588. For more info or see full details on our Facebook page.

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AUGUST Universal Angel Star Alternative Therapy & Self Love Evening @ North Cornelly Community Centre, 6–10pm. Entrance £1. Contact Rachel on 01656 859987 or 07889 786955 or email chamuel@hotmail.co.uk

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6.30–8:.0pm. @ Parc Slip, Tondu, CF32 0EH. Every 2nd Tuesday of month. www.daveweller.co.uk / 07792 716636 Ghost stories in the attic 2.30pm @ Porthcawl Library. 2.30pm. Come in your scariest outfits to our spooky storytime! We’ll be making some creepy crafts, and there will be a scary surprise for the best costume

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Newton Beer & Pop Festival 11am–8pm. Nine brilliant bands, an internationally famous DJ and a beer festival. Fun for all the family, raising funds for Cancer Research UK

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SEPTEMBER Universal Angel Star Family Fun Spiritual Fayre @ North Cornelly Community Centre, 11am–5pm.

Various spiritual readers, beauticians, holistic therapists and assorted Local Craft Stalls. Adults £1, children under 16 free. For more details Send a request on Facebook to Universal Angel Star Alternative Therapy Evening. Contact Rachel on 01656 859987 or 07889 786955 or email chamuel@hotmail.co.uk

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Porthcawl Runners

It’s been a busy past few weeks for Porthcawl Runners, with races coming thick and fast this time of year.

Some notable performances from Geraint Lewis who finished in 6th place in the Beast of Bryn where he was accompanied by Phil Protheroe, Rebecca Hambrook and Dave Breen. Nicola Thomas came third in her age category at the Llanelli 10k and the Porthcawl Parkrun has seen some big improvements for Alwyn Thomas, Rebecca, Louise Evans and husband Geraint.

2013 Annual Boules Match

Bridgend Town Council vs Laleston Community Council

For once the weather was ideal for the annual boules match hosted by Laleston

Pyle and Kenfig Golf Club news

Rebecca Hambrook and MelaMatthew Peet and nie Garland have represented Carwyn Hammond the club with great success in the two Masters track and field Matthew Peet and Carwyn meetings held recently.

Hammond have proved a Porthcawl Runners have very successful pairing in the recruited some new members Victory Shield this year. since the inauguration of the After beating Southerndown Parkrun. If you want to get fit in a nail-biting match at and make the most of the free Royal Porthcawl, they have Saturday morning run there are progressed to the last eight in a host of clubs in the county Wales and are to play Borth who are working together with and Ynyslas at Ashburnham latgreat success and all welcome er this month. Matthew is Club new members of all abilities.

Champion of Pyle and Kenfig These include us along with many times over and Carwyn Bridgend AC, Brackla Harriers, Cornelly Striders, Cwm Ogwr Rotary District and Pencoed-tri. You can find details on the club websites 1150 90th Annual or come along on a Saturday Bowls Triples morning to the Parkrun where Competition there is an information desk set up.

ANTONY PHILLIPS

Community Council at the garden of the Blandy Hall.

The photograph shows Cllr Tony Berrow, Chairman of Laleston Community Council commiserating with Councillor Haydn Morgan, Mayor of Bridgend whose team lost the match three games to one.

The Mayor, ever the competitor, claimed that his team were overcome with unseasonal heat fatigue.

The undefeated champions of the evening were the very competitive team of the ‘Davies’ representing Laleston Community Council, County Borough Councillor Pam Davies, Community Councillor’s Roger Davies and Briony Davies.

The event was held, as usual, at the Llandrindod Wells Bowling Club, Rock Park, on Tuesday 9th July 2013.

The team representing the Rotary Club of Bridgend included Edgar Burt, Stan Harding, Roy Hodgkinson and Coach/Bag

made his mark by winning the Championship having moved to Pyle from Pontardawe Golf Club. Good luck to the pair for the next round.

Men’s competition results: George White Vase, winner Jamie Jones, Members and Guests day 1, winners Peter Cane and Richard Fauvel, Members and Guests day 2, winners Anthony Jones and B. John, Dennis Phillips Cup, winner Tom Furneaux, DCL Cup, winners Jay and John Templar.

Pyle and Kenfig Golf Club welcomes all golfers and the Course is open all year round.

Contact www.pandkgolfclub. co.uk or secretary@pandkgolfclub.co.uk ALISON EVANS

Carrier Neil Solman.

Twenty-four teams entered the competition and after we had won four of our five games (our only loss being to a previous winner of this event, Aberaeron), it was announced that Bridgend had been awarded third place. Second place went to Brecon A Team, with the winners being Pontllanfraith, which had this year's District Governor David Curtis as a team member!!

I have to record, by the enclosed photographs, the very last end of the last match when Edgar, as our Skip for the day, achieved these three remarkable shots.

An excellent event at a beautiful venue.

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