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CONTENTS letters ................................................. 8 schools ........................................... 12 news .................................................. 20 features . ......................................... 26 wi . ....................................................... 32 Finance ............................................ 34 garden ............................................. 36 Legal .................................................. 38 health ............................................. 40 Books ................................................ 43 puzzles ............................................. 43 POEMS ................................................ 44 arts .................................................... 45 what’s on ...................................... 48 sport ................................................. 52 Tide Times......................................... 55

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Old Park Farm 10 Year Anniversary

Dear Editor, I’m a pilot at Old Park Farm, just outside Pyle. We had our 10 year anniversary barbecue at the weekend. We all had a great time, raised lots of money and had lots of visiting aircraft. I’m hoping you’ll be able to print this write up in Seaside News for us? I’ve attached some photos, the air ambulance shot taken by Stu Smith, the group of pilots taken by Melanie Armstrong and the aircraft picture by me, Deb Protheroe. The script below was written by Leia Fee. I think everyone at the field will be chuffed to bits to have a bit of coverage.

On Sunday 7th June, the pilots of Old Park Farm, near Margam, celebrated 10 successful years of flying from the site with a charity barbecue and family day. The charities selected were the Wales Air Ambulance and the Taibach children’s charity SNAC (the Special Needs Activity Club). Over £700 was raised in total from activities including a raffle, cake sales and air ambulance gifts.

Visitors in a wide variety of light aircraft and microlights flew in from as far afield as Staffordshire to celebrate the anniversary of the airfield which is owned and operated by the Williams family and was first started as an active airstrip by Ken Evans and Gary Waters in 2005.

Landing fees were waived for the day in favour of an all-you-can-eat fundraising barbeque and many locally based pilots also took to the air to give neighbours, friends and family members their first taste of the lighter end of flying.

The day was topped off perfectly with a thank you flyby by the air ambulance, on their way back from another lifesaving flight.

(Article by Leia Fee) Deb Protheroe

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Dear Editor, Are there others like me who are fed up with recycling littering our streets.

We all want to help the environment and act responsible but it seems the good work we do is undone by the very thing that should be helping us - blue bags!

This past winter has seen high winds and this has caused endless problems on collection days, with blue bags blown around the streets and the contents strewn all over the neighbourhood. Some of my neighbours work and put out they’re recycling before they leave, so they miss the scene of waste flying around ending up in the front gardens of their neighbours.

I have spent this morning collecting up the items and trying to keep them in the bag ready for collection and feeling satisfied with my efforts I was to be disappointed when they were collected the refuse collectors left a plastic box next to my empty bins (see photo). Why? I feel these bags are not suitable and something needs to be done to prevent all our good work being undone.

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Re: Pyle PCSO News (June 2105 issue)

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Dear Editor, I feel I must respond to PCSO Kyle Maiden’s comments contained in his last months article in Seaside News.

Firstly he says “Marlas Estate North Cornelly, which is proven to be a neglected area by the government”. That information is some 12 yrs out of date. V2C, Commuities First (Welsh Government) BTCV, Groundwork, CADDT, Family Employment Iniative, and others, have poured miliions of £s into the estate.

Work training programme have given young people the opportunity of work experience and real jobs. Older people benefitted from schemes aimed at them also. Today there is Caddt Training & Youth Centre on Gibbons Way, Marlas - a thriving facility. The area has been transformed - V2C cuts the grass regularly, streets are clean & tidy, I even have volunteers picking up litter, headed by Mark Parry of Gibbons Way. V2C provided a MUGA, Multi Use Games Area. In the last few weeks BCBC have successfully undertaken The Safe Routes to School Scheme, costing hundreds of thousands of pounds. Like every large estate there are pockets of deprivation, but this estate has truly been transformed. Originally just 5 streets gave the estate its Commuities First opportunities, by them being earmarked as deprived, now it is not, its a good decent place to live. CPEC, Cornelly Public Events Committee, now CADDT, Cornelly And Distict Development Trust, have organised village fetes on Marlas for years, and will do so again in September this year. I urge people to drive around the estate and see for their selves!

Secondly, PCSO Kyle Maiden said “Marlas is a hot spot for antisocial behaviour” that is out of date too. PC Neville Evans, Sgt Mike Davies, folllowed by Sgt Jason Jenkins - between them have changed that. The last several PACT meetings have been told that anti-social behaviour is no longer a problem on Marlas. Last Tuesday, June 9th, that message was repeated at a Partnership Meeting on Marlas attended by all partners involved on the estate, and by South Wales Police themselves!

Jefferson Tildesley MBE, BCBC Councillor, Cornelly Ward

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Returning is the bouncy castle, face painting, raffle, cake stall, soft play, sand and water play. A few new attractions will be The Burrows recipe book sale, Forever Living and Stella and Dot stalls.

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Hot dogs and bacon rolls will be freshly made on site, accompanied by a selection of hot and cold drinks.

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As well as exceptional childcare, we offer a Breakfast Club, After School Club and Holiday Club for school age children. We have recently had two very good inspections from ESTYN and CSSIW. Don’t take our word for it, come along and see why we are so proud of The Burrows.

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Corneli Primary News Travelling to school by bike or scooter is now safer thanks to improvements made through Safe Routes in Communities funding. The Sustrans Big Pedal initiative has encouraged children to take this healthy option and to park securely in our smart new bike shelters is fantastic. So good are they that we held an opening ceremony where, despite rain, our Bike Crew team cut the ribbon. Thanks go to all who have made this possible and to those who attended our opening.

Rain led to the postponement of our Junior Sports Day, however, all our athletes did finally get to demonstrate their skills watched by their parents. Skilful too were our netball team at the Newton Primary Tournament where they had a really enjoyable day.

A visit to the Liberty Stadium as part of the Osprey’s Schools Programme, was exciting for years 5 and 6 children. They completed activities and got to sit in the dug-outs next to the pitch which was especially thrilling!

Year 3 children were the beneficiaries of a Rotary Club ‘Kids Out’ trip to the Gower Heritage Park. They had an amazing day and we are so grateful to the club for their generosity.

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Porthcawl Comprehensive School Summer is fast approaching, and at last we’ve reached the end of the exam season! Pupils have excelled themselves again with their hard work and dedication, and as a school, we have moved heaven and earth in our efforts to support them, holding extra breakfast classes, after school classes, lunch time and even holiday classes! Thank goodness I don’t have to pay our teachers by the hour!

The Annual Leavers’ Ceremony took place in school on 23rd June.

Senior students have now left with their Porthcawl mug, a small reminder of their time with us. The Sixth Form Ball was held at the Hilton Hotel and was a very glamorous evening indeed and a highlight of the year for many.

The School’s Annual Golf Day will be held at the Grove Golf Club on Thursday 9th July, with tee off times from 12.30pm. Anyone interested in playing should contact the school on 01656 774100 and proceeds will benefit our learners through the PTA. At the end of our year, may I sincerely thank the pupils, parents and staff for their dedication and hard work over 2014-15. I would especially like to wish Mr John, Mrs Weedon, Mr Roach, Mrs Evans, Mr Lewis and Mrs Smith all the very best for their retirements. You will be missed by us all!

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Pupils in nursery have been very excited lately! After waiting patiently for 30 days they have hatched four ducklings in an incubator; Pip, Fluffy, Hatch and Donald are Appleyard Calling Ducks. They are growing very quickly and Nursery has enjoyed looking after them, changing their water and giving them food. They are going to the Pet Shop in Pyle once they get too big for their home in school. In the incubator we now have 6 chicken eggs, Nursery hope to see some chicks soon!

We still have plenty to look forward to this term – Ecoweek, Sports Day, Summer Fete, Trips and so much more.

It is sure to be a busy end of term!

N Pryce Head teacher

This month has been really exciting for our year 4 and 5 pupils because for the second year running we have won the ‘Smile’ song competition run by Bridgend College! The theme for this year was aspiring to be the best you can be. The lyrics and music were written by a group of our budding musicians and ‘Be all you can be’ was born.

We found out we had won just before half term and a few weeks ago twenty of our pupils headed over to the recording studios at Bridgend College to record the song and film the video. The finished song and video will premiere at a special event at the National Botanical Gardens at the end of June and the song will be available on itunes soon after. We hope it follows the success of last year’s song ‘Bee Generation’ which raised money for IBRA and was played on Bridge FM. Congratulations to Miss Bowen and all the pupils involved in both the song and the video. Keep an eye out for the song because last year’s song became part of a flash mob dance in the centre of Cardiff!

Andrew Wood Head Teacher

Afon Y Felin News It is wonderful to read Madeline Moon’s tweet, “Congratulations to staff, pupils and parents of Afon y Felin for a great inspection report. Teamwork shining through”. As a result of the follow-up inspection in May, Her Majesty’s Chief Inspector of Education and Training in Wales is removing the school from the list of schools requiring significant improvement. Everybody has worked very hard to achieve this status, including the children.

We are very fortunate that Ms Williams has agreed to stay on to continue our growth and improvement as a school. The full report is available to read on Estyn’s website. Thanks must be said to the PFA, who raised enough money to send the whole school to Folly Farm. All the children and staff enjoyed themselves immensely. The PFA also raised £128 from their recent cake sale, and the summer fayre is planned for July 4th.

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SCHOOLS St Clare’s School News

pupils and certainly something for them to remember with pride.

We would like to sincerely thank Edward O’Brian for delivering first aid skills training to year 3 pupils. Thanks must also go to Father Craig for organising the year 4 Tag festival. We were delighted to take part with other local schools and the children thoroughly enjoyed a fun afternoon of sportsmanship! We have also enjoyed welcoming our new families in recent Early Years transition sessions. They have already met the Gruffalo in our woodland I am told! Preparations are underway for our annual year 6 leaver’s presentation. Always an emotional evening dedicated to the eldest of our pupils ‘moving up’ to the next phase of their education. Coming up – residential and activity trips and a visit from Dr Bike!

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Porthcawl Library The build up to the summer holidays has been a particularly busy time here at St Clare’s School. As the exam season drew to a close for our senior school pupils it was time to look ahead to an exciting summer for them. At the time of Seaside News going to press our Year 11 and Year 13 pupils will be enjoying their end of year trip to Barcelona, where they will be putting their language skills to good use and embracing Spanish culture in the sunshine. We hope that there will be big smiles all round in August when Results Day comes round.

In the Prep School the good weather has allowed our pupils to be out and about for a range of sporting fixtures in tennis, cricket, rounders and athletics. Our Year 5 and 6 cricket teams beat off competition from local schools in the Bridgend U11 Cricket Tournament held at Newbridge Fields, and both our boys’ and girls’ teams are now through to the Regional Finals. Good luck to everyone playing!

We would like to take this opportunity to wish all of our pupils, parents and friends of St. Clare’s a happy, healthy and safe summer holiday. The office will remain open during the holidays so if any Seaside News readers would like to get in touch about a prospective pupil, please telephone (01656) 789966.

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West Park Pupils Getting Active We have been a very healthy school this past month with outdoor activities galore. Our annual sports day will have taken place by the time you read this. All of the pupils have been practising their events and most importantly encouraging each other to try their best - great team spirit! The juniors made a visit to the Brecon Mountain Centre for a guided group walk. The tour guides were excellent and opened our eyes to the beautiful National Park we are so fortunate to have right on our doorstep.

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Plasnewydd were the winners and St Clare’s came second and all the children were presented with their certificates By Cllr Reg Jenkins the Deputy Mayor of BCBC We are looking forward to the start of this year’s Summer Reading Challenge on July 11th which is being run with The Guinness Book of Records. The Library will be buzzing with stories, activities and crafts for children under 1. Everyone taking part will receive various goodies and have the opportunity to set records on the 11th at Porthcawl Library or to break a record on July 18th at Bridgend Recreation Centre. All children finishing the challenge get a certificate and a medal.

There will also be a Treasure Hunt at Porthcawl Library the week starting the 20th and special Storytime and Crafts at 2.30pm on the first three Wednesdays in August. So don’t forget to visit your library and find out more details of what is going on. And parents don’t forget to choose a book for yourself as well as ensuring that the children read theirs.

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Year 6 had a successful trip to Belgium early in June. This year, we twinned with Llancarfan Primary for the visit. The trip included excursions to the WW1 Cemeteries, the Menin Gate, Bellewaerde Park and a chocolate factory shop! A good time was had by all.

There were lots of other trips too. Year 1 went to Caerphilly Castle and Year 2 tested their skills at Techniquest. Year 3 had a fossil hunt at Southerndown and explored Newton Church courtesy of Father Craig. Year 4 went off to Cardiff Museum and then onto Gamelan at St. David’s Hall.

Our junior children took part in our annual Promenade Run, which raised in excess of £1,400. Some of the proceeds will be donated to the Nepal Earthquake Fund.

Well done to Elisha Martin and Olivia Davies - who did themselves proud representing school at the annual Library Book Quiz final which was held in Maesteg.

Colleagues from other schools visited our Foundation Phase for a Learning Walk and were very envious of the experiences and facilities the school provides.

Once again, another big thank you to our PTA for their hard work in organising such a fantastic Summer Fayre.

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Cynffig Comprehensive News Hello again. It has been another busy and productive month at Cynffig. Our Year 11 and Year 13 pupils have, as always, continued to attend every lesson throughout the examination period to ensure that their outcomes are everything that they deserve. In the lead-up to this, too, so many teachers have gone far beyond what might be expected to come in and work through their holidays with pupils, striving to support in every way possible. This year, we have been delighted to see even more of our sixth form pupils impress interview panels at university that an unprecedented number have been offered ‘unconditional’ places to study. We wish them every success, and look forward to the rewards of all our pupils’ efforts. Learning is fun as well as hard work, of course: the Welsh Department recently supported many Key Stage 3 pupils in developing their language skills whilst immersing themselves in Welsh culture and intrepid outdoor activities during their weekend stay at Glanllyn. It was a testament to everyone’s energy, spirit and positive attitude that the torrential (June!) rain had no dampening effect whatsoever – and where better to polish your Welsh than having a great time in a canoe?!

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Newyddion Ysgol Y Ferch O’r Sgêr News Our news for the past few weeks revolves mainly around sports!

40 pupils from the juniors took part in the Bridgend Swimming Gala – everybody did well & Megan Froley and Emilia Jones will now represent us in the final on July 12th. Congratulations to Megan Froley also on being selected as a member of the Wales National basketball squad.

Year 4 pupils took part in the Urdd cricket tournament in Newbridge Fields recently & had a fantastic day in the sun!

Year 3 & 4 also enjoyed a fun sports day at Bridgend Recreation Centre and were able to meet with pupils from across the cluster. We have also been working hard as we prepare to take part in the West Wales Welsh Schools Athletics Competition in Swansea next week, as well as our own sports day at the end of term.

The outgoing school council would like to wish the newly elected council for 2015-2016 well for their term of office. New members are: Kali Tranter & Aston Bessell – Year 1; Ellie Wallis & Tomos Owen – Year 2; Elly Dykes & Harri Jones – Year 3; Martha Herbert & Thomas Poulter – Year 4; Caitlin Chappell & Teejay Vickery – Year 5. Pob lwc blwyddyn nesaf!

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News New System Set To Boost Health And Social Care An all-new £6.7m system for improving health and social care services is being developed for Wales – and Bridgend County Borough Council has been chosen as the lead local authority for the project.

The Community Care Information Solution will bring together patient records and other essential details from a variety of different stand-alone systems, integrating them into one national system that will make it possible for information to be shared instantly and confidentially between different health and social care providers.

It looks set to hugely improve the existing services that local people receive. For example, in the past it might have been some time before a home carer was informed that an elderly householder had been taken unexpectedly into hospital.

But under the new system, not only will the home carer be made aware, they’ll also be informed when the householder is about to be discharged from hospital so they can get everything ready for them at home.

This new system has massive potential for ensuring that health and social care services work together in a far more effective manner all across Wales, especially in situations where people need to use emergency or out-of-hours services – look out for more developments soon.

Councillor Mel Nott OBE Leader of Bridgend County Borough Council Tel 01656 643643 www.bridgend.gov.uk

New Independent Health Watchdog Needed The current system for ensuring the quality and safety of healthcare services in Wales is not fit for purpose and that Healthcare Inspectorate Wales should be scrapped and replaced with a new, independent and more robust system.

We also want to: • appoint a chief inspector for hospitals and healthcare; • support staff and patients by introducing mechanisms for whistleblowing which would encourage a stronger culture of openness and transparency; • reform the complaints procedure to ensure greater independence and restore the trust of patients and their families; • introduce clinically-led and peer-reviewed inspections with significant patient input.

The latest round of shocking reports on care within our NHS reveals a complete failure of all the systems that should be in place to protect our most vulnerable people.

The current system for ensuring the quality and safety of healthcare is not fit for purpose. We need a more proactive and robust system of inspections, with a new health watchdog that is fully independent of the Welsh Government.

Our watchdog would be led by a new chief inspector for hospitals and healthcare. He or she could carry out targeted inspections in response to quality concerns and routine inspections of all hospitals on a regular basis.

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Porthcawl Town Council News Make a date in your calendar for this year’s Porthcawl Summer Festival on Saturday 25th July between 11.00am and 6.00pm.

The theme is ‘Pirates’ fancy dress and on the day Pirates might want to check out the 75 foot inflatable Pirates’ Galleon at Cosy Corner. There will be lots of fun and activity in the town including craft stalls, an Italian market and a steel drum band playing on the seafront.

Various problems have been cited regarding the proposal to introduce residents permit parking zones in streets in and around Esplanade Avenue, Porthcawl. The number of permits issued would far exceed the available parking spaces, as many properties in the area are multiple occupancy flats. Permits will not guarantee residents a space outside their homes and would cause problems for carers and doctors trying to park nearby. It would impact on visitors to the town as the car park is frequently full, and have a knock-on effect on local businesses.

Bridgend County Borough Council has been asked to extend the consultation period as many residents have indicated they have not seen details of the proposal. In conclusion, Porthcawl Town Council strongly objects to this proposal.

Jeannie Monks

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Nottage & Rest Bay PACT News At the latest PACT meeting held on May 5th the following issues were discussed and taken forward as priorities for the next eight weeks.

Anti-Social Behaviour Operation ‘BLUE TEXAS’ has resulted in patrols being carried out in hot spot areas and alcohol being seized. The ASB patrols will continue throughout the summer months.

Environmental Issue - Littering Concerns were raised to the amount of litter in the area.

Parking - Westfield Crescent The neighbourhood policing team have been patrolling the area and have issued PACT warning notices and spoken to some residents giving suitable advice.

If you have any concerns where you live and would like it discussed and taken forward as a priority then please don’t hesitate and attend the next PACT meeting. The next meeting to be held is on Tuesday October 20th at Nottage Scout Hall at 8pm.

Incidents & Crime - 15th May to 15th June Anti-Social Behaviour – There were no reports of ASB in the area.

Burglary - No burglaries were reported in the Nottage or Rest Bay area.

Criminal Damage - There were no reports of criminal damage.

Theft from/of motor vehicle - There were no reports of vehicle crime in the area.

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Peter Alan are winners at Sunday Times Lettings Agency of the Year Awards Wales’ largest estate agent, which has 25 branches across Wales, including its Porthcawl John Street branch, was given the accolade at a glittering ceremony in London for The Sunday Times Lettings Agency of the Year Awards 2015, sponsored by Zoopla Property Group. The awards were presented by Paula Radcliffe, marathon world record holder.

Matthew Rich, Lettings Valuer in the Porthcawl branch commented, “We are delighted to have won an award at the Lettings Agency of the Year awards again. Our commitment to our customers and their communities is at the heart of our business. We listen to our customers and act on the feedback we receive. Even though we have previously won Sunday Times Lettings Agency of the Year awards, we continually look to improve the service to make lettings as hassle free as possible for landlords and tenants. We have recently updated our website with a brand new look, which we are sure will further enhance our credentials as a first class letting agency.”

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News NEW Scheme To Kick-Start The Porthcawl Regeneration A new scheme to kick-start the Porthcawl regeneration is on the blocks. Developers are in discussion with BCBC about the possibility of building homes on Salt Lake but there is also to be provision for a leisure facility, a health centre and a church.

There is a long way to go and I think we’d all like to know more.

The council has to be sure that any development fulfils at least two objectives – that it enhances Porthcawl, both as a seaside resort and great place to live, but also that it gives council taxpayers who own most of the assets some bang for their buck.

After 15 years of limbo, it is good news that a national house builder sees potential in the town and in this particular site. Salt Lake adjoins the newly refurbished harbour, which is hopefully going to be complemented by the Porthcawl Maritime Centre.

But any plans must encourage footfall flow into the town centre, reminding residents and visitors quite how much the town has to offer.

SUZY DAVIES AM Welsh Conservative Party www.suzydavies.com

Harbourside News We are making significant progress on securing a Maritime Centre for Porthcawl.

We are working closely with Bridgend County Borough Council and have agreed collaboration agreements with Bridgend College and Swansea University’s College of Biosciences in providing a mixed use, flagship building. The Maritime Centre, called Harbourside, will house both a real time ‘learning zone’ and a Coastal Science and Discovery Centre. The centre will also act as a hub providing support to existing, new community and private sector investment and will expand the choice of watersports, community wellbeing and maritime heritage available in the area.

We are now ready to design the community facilities side, particularly those for seniors. We welcome the views and aspirations of local residents, and we are looking for volunteers in several areas of the project, including Coastal Outreach, with events scheduled for this summer. If you are a volunteer that has a few hours per week to spare and the ambition to enhance our community, then please contact Mike Clarke (mike@porthcawlharbourside.co.uk).

Turning to the actual construction of the building, we are forming a new Development Company as a subsidiary to Porthcawl Harbourside CIC and will seek a partnership agreement with a developer to jointly deliver the Maritime Centre construction project. If you have senior experience of delivering major projects and can spare a few hours per week to provide technical leadership, please contact Stuart Bentley (stuart@porthcawl-harbourside.co.uk) for a chat.

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Bike Marking A Great Success PCSO Lisa Thomas said “On Thursday 28th May, a bike and scooter marking event was set up in Pyle Life Centre, so that this property could be marked with the owners individual postcode to be registered with South Wales Police.

This event was attended by Sgt Abi Biddle, PC’s Gerry McKay and Roger Bickerstaff along with PCSO’s Lisa Thomas, Kyle Maiden, Richard Couch and Richard Matthews. The event was attended by 23 children and adults who turned up for their push bikes and scooters to be marked and the event proved to be a great success for crime prevention, community engagement and interaction with the kids.”

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Bridgend Assembly Member Carwyn Jones recently launched Bridgend Association of Voluntary Organisations’ (BAVO’s) community car scheme in conjunction with Nathaniel Cars.

Available to all voluntary groups who are members of BAVO, this new initiative lasting for one year, offers free use of a Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, which will enable local groups to get out in to the community.

Commenting upon the scheme, Bridgend Assembly Member Carwyn Jones said: “I warmly welcome this initiative between Nathaniel Cars and BAVO which I am sure will greatly benefit local community groups and their clients. This is an excellent example of business and voluntary organisations working in harmony for the benefit of the local community.”

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Two Birthday’s & A 21 Gun Salute

The Welsh Government has moved quickly to deal with the crisis engulfing a North Wales hospital, but it’s difficult not to contrast it with the foot dragging, obfuscation and downright stonewalling from ministers engaged over a similar care scandal at the Princess of Wales Hospital in Bridgend.

The similarity was not lost on the families of patients who died in the Princess of Wales, some of whom came to make their feelings known outside the National Assembly as an emergency debate on Glan Clwyd went ahead.

It cannot be right that when a health system fails that those delivering services carry all the blame while executives who are highly paid to be responsible for overseeing good health care are left in charge and trusted to clean up the mess they create.

Time will tell if they’re up to the task. But if they aren’t the Welsh Government has to act as decisively as they are in North Wales, and conduct a wholesale clear out of the Abertawe Bro Morgannwg board. The last thing we need is a local health service where those in charge believe they can act without fear of consequence.

Most of us get one birthday and, if we are lucky, a cake with candles to blow out. The Queen has two birthdays and 21 gun salutes. The Monarch having a personal and an official birthday stems from the time of King Edward V11 who, annoyed at getting wet Trooping the Colour on his birthday in November, introduced a birthday in the UK in June when the weather was kinder. The official birthday date follows the sun and is in different months around the Commonwealth.

The 21 gun salute stems back to the tradition of Royal Navy ships firing a seven gun salute when entering a port, demonstrating the benign nature of the visit. The shore battery would reply with a 14 gun salute to welcome the ship, making a 21 gun barrage. The rules of the salute change depending where it takes place. If in a Royal Park you add a further 20 rounds making a 41 gun salute.

Whatever the number it was wonderful to be part of the birthday salute at the Pier Head in Cardiff. Even in the drizzle the military bands, the reverberation of the guns around the buildings and the pageantry made a wonderful birthday tribute.

No cake though.

BETHAN JENKINS AM Plaid Cymru www.bethanjenkins.org

What’s your favourite #MyGreenSpace?

The search is on to find the county borough’s most popular outdoor space! This summer, Bridgend County Borough Council’s #MyGreenSpace campaign is inviting the public to shout about their favourite local parks, nature reserves, beaches, fields, woodlands, coastal paths and other open spaces that they enjoy visiting. A top ten will be compiled by the autumn, before an online vote will determine the overall winner. It could be a wellknown place that springs to mind such as Rest Bay, or the dunes at Kenfig, or perhaps your special place is a lesser-known gem that means a lot to you and your family. To share your favourite outdoor space in Bridgend County Borough, please tweet @ BridgendCBC using the hashtag #MyGreenSpace, post your views at www.facebook.com/BridgendCBC or email biodiversity@ bridgend.gov.uk. One lucky person who nominates their favourite place will be drawn out of a hat to win a special Family Ranger Experience at Bryngarw House and Country Park for four people.

We’re also keen to hear about any accessibility issues, fly-tipping and littering at local beauty spots so that we can look to address those problems. You can report such issues by calling the council on 01656 643643 or emailing talktous@bridgend.gov.uk

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FEATURES Porthcawl Community Welcomes Donation From PJC

Members of the Porthcawl Aspergers and Autism Community are hoping to raise awareness thanks to a donation from local estate agents Payton Jewell Caines.

The group, who meet weekly at the Coast Café in Porthcawl on a Monday at 10am, are self-funding. The donation of £250.00 will allow them to organise an awareness event and fund a workshop for adults with aspergers syndrome.

Chairperson Sue Bridger says: “We meet as a group on a weekly basis to offer each other support and friendship. We are entirely self-funding so all help is much appreciated and we are very grateful to Payton Jewell Caines for their support.”

Helen John, Sales Director for Payton Jewell Caines adds: “Our community programme helps to fund local charities, education and sporting initiatives like the Porthcawl Aspergers and Autism Community. We are delighted to be able to help.”

The Payton Jewell Caines community committee meets on a quarterly basis. Local charities or fundraising initiatives should apply in writing to community@pjchomes.co.uk

Through Christian Eyes One of the big questions today is, “Is there such a thing as absolute truth?” “Is there a universal truth?” Pilate asked Jesus this question when he asked, “What is truth?” (John 18 v 38) Here are my thoughts on this. Jesus said he was the truth (John 14 v 6) but what does that mean? The word truth and reality are the same in the Greek language so Jesus was claiming to be reality. It is at least reality in the sense that he is eternal.

Scientists believe that one day everything will come to an end.

An example is that they say the sun will burn out. So if Jesus is eternal and the World as we know it is not then surly Jesus is the ultimate truth and reality, because he has no end. Therefore, the big question of the day, being, “is there an absolute truth or reality?” then I would have to say yes and I believe it is tied up with Jesus who is an eternal reality. I am not suggesting that what’s around us is not real – of course not. But I am suggesting that eternal realities are more ultimate than temporary realties.

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Trinity’s Rest After two decades of support to disabled people in local communities, Trinity Care & Support is celebrating its 20th Anniversary AGM with a new venture - Trinity’s Rest!

TCS was awarded £55,000 by The Rest charity to buy a brand new, fully fitted holiday caravan on Trecco Bay - wheelchair accessible, with a wet room and hoist. The van will be called ‘Trinity’s Rest’, a legacy to the good name of ‘The Rest’, and will offer families of all abilities the chance for a seaside holiday in Porthcawl with options of support from the TCS care service.

As TCS looks back at it’s achievements, we are also excited as we look to what the future might bring and welcome new members to join us in Trecco on 14th July at the opening ceremony for our new van (3.30-4.30pm). The formal business of the AGM will take place in Trinity Church, 6pm. The guest speaker is Tony Garthwaite, Senior Fellow at the Welsh Institute for Health and Social Care. Tony worked in Bridgend when Trinity first set up a sitting service for people with learning disabilities and he understands the value of community organisations delivering care services.

Tel: 782104 or www.trinitycareandsupport.org.uk Richard Thomas

Porthcawl U3A News The Porthcawl U3A Study Day, held at the Hi Tide, proved a great success with 15 various U3A groups from as far away as Pembroke, Llandovery and Newport attending.

‘Meeting the challenges of leadership’ was the intriguing subject addressed by four very different leaders who all face demanding challenges from contrasting organizations and institutions.

The first of the two morning speakers was Dame Rosemary Butler AM, the Presiding Officer at the National Assembly for Wales who has a powerful role over the 60 AM’s in the Senedd but her talk included many personal stories.

Paul Canning from Wales Air Ambulance surprised everyone with details of this remarkable service which has three contemporary helicopters based in Caernarfon, Welshpool and Swansea. Its annual costs of £6 million is funded solely by public donations and it can attend an emergency anywhere in Wales within 20 minutes.

After lunch John Walmsley, Principal of Atlantic College revealed the fascinating story of this international educational centre on our doorstep. Two engaging senior students also recounted their unusual experiences and future aspirations.

The final talk on leadership was given by Colonel Lance Patterson, Deputy Commander 160 Brigade Brecon, who ended a rewarding day by explaining the complicated challenges found in the modern British Army.

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FEATURES Life With The Porthcawl Lions

News From The Talbot We have begun new classes and group meetings over the past months, but it seems that there are still many who do not know where to find the Talbot Community Centre. We are located almost opposite the Post Office in Prince Road in a large imposing 100 year old building. For those who don’t know Kenfig Hill the monument at the top of Kenfig Hill is the start of Prince Road. Why not pop in and see us. The best days to visit are on Wednesdays and Fridays just before midday when you will find the hall prepared for lunch with tables covered in red polka dot tablecloths, small vases of seasonal flowers, and a flurry of activity. You could stay for lunch, take in the flavour of the event – pardon the pun – and become a member. You will find the Talbot Diner menu pinned to our notice board, or on our website www.talbotcc.co.uk. Every other week have our 100 club draw where members can win £30, £15 or £5. We use the large drop down screen, part of our Audio Visual System to view the numbers (thanks to the magic of the lap top!).

Cheryl Butcher

Once again the annual golf day at the Grove was very successful and raised well over two thousand pounds which enabled the club to donate one thousand pounds each to Prostate Cymru Wales and Target Ovarian Cancer. The Comancheros was the winning team with Francis Beynon from that team also winning the men’s longest drive. Many thanks to all those who supported the day, the Grove for the hospitality and David, Tony and Brian for their hard work and excellent organisation.

Unfortunately the weather has meant that the car boot sale on Sundays at Porthcawl Rugby Club and the book sales in John Street have not been as successful, but they will continue through the summer when weather permits.

There is still the vintage fair and classic car show at Porthcawl Rugby Club to look forward to on Saturday 1st August, with plenty of cars to see and things to do for all the family. The club is also holding a coffee morning in Trinity Church on Friday 3rd July, from 10am-12midday, to raise money to send disabled youngsters to the Bob Cook games. So please come along, enjoy a coffee and a cake and support a good cause.

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Splendours Of The South For most of this year we have enjoyed the appearance in the west of the brilliant planet Venus after sunset. This month, Venus will be joined to its left by Jupiter, as both dive towards the horizon and disappear behind the Sun. They will reappear in the morning sky during October. However, if you turn your attention southwards, you will see a fainter object which doesn’t twinkle.

This is the ringed planet Saturn. Through even the smallest telescope, the rings are magnificent right now. I’m afraid it won’t get any higher in the sky because at present it’s travelling through the constellation of Scorpius, which is best seen from lower latitudes. Look to Saturn’s lower left to find the red giant star Antares, which is nearing the end of its life. Antares is truly enormous and if it was in our solar system its outer atmosphere would stretch almost as far as Jupiter. Scan carefully below the red star to find a large globular cluster which is easily visible in binoculars. The star cluster is called Messier 4 and consists of hundreds of thousands of stars almost as old as the Universe itself.

Clive Down Bridgend Astronomical Society

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FEATURES Porthcawl Coastguard Rescue Service

This is the first monthly update on the activities of Porthcawl Coastguard Rescue Team. Located on Locks Lane and having served the town for over 180 years, we are the local presence of HM Coastguard and are a specialist search, cliff and water rescue team. Currently comprising of seven volunteers, we provide 24 hour a day year round coverage for the coastline from the Kenfig River in the west to the Ogmore River in the east as well as providing back-up cover for our neighbouring stations in Port Talbot and Llantwit Major. In addition, we work closely with other organisations including the Police and Porthcawl Lifeboat. At present we have some volunteer vacancies on the team which we need to fill. Therefore if you are looking for both a challenging and rewarding interest that would require some commitment then please email your details to porthcawl. coastguard@inbox.com or feel free to pop along to our station on Locks Lane between 19:00 and 21:00 hours on Thursdays. We will soon be setting up social media sites to keep you informed of what is going on along your coastline. Please keep an eye out for our rescue vehicle around the town and if you see anyone in difficulty along the coast or at sea, please dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

Mark Williams Pictured: Station Officer Tim Vincent & Deputy Station Officer Mark Williams

Mulligan Community Mulligan Community is a non-profit social enterprise set up to support families and individuals in Bridgend. Mulligan is a golfing term used to give a player a second chance.

Coming soon to Bridgend is the MC Family Centre – it will home a variety of support groups and services all under one roof to provide vital facilities and support services specially tailored to combat poverty and social exclusion. Our line-up of organisations that support the MC Family Centre is growing daily and are listed on our website.

Available this month is the MC Third Sector Offices – we understand that a lot of Charities and Non-profit organisations are facing cuts in their funding. We appreciate that one big expense of funding is rent. We would like to reach out to help others and show our support by providing Third Sector organisations affordable office spaces to rent to ensure they continue to provide their vital services to the community from as little as 50p per sq ft per week. NO CONTRACT, NO SOLICITORS FEES, NO STRESS. If you are interested in Mulligan Community please visit our website at www.mulligancommunity.org or email us at info@ mulligancommunity.org to find out more about Mulligan Community.’

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Porthcawl Inner Wheel News I wish to apologise for wrongly reporting last month that Branwen Rees was ordained in the Methodist Church, In fact, Branwen was ordained in the United Reform Church.

In her absence Mary Emment-Lewis’ report on the International Inner Wheel Convention, held in Copenhagen, was read by Secretary Carol at the June meeting. Her report gave us a picture of the international aspect of Inner Wheel with delegates attending from as far away as India and Australia.

In May seven members of the Porthcawl Club attended the District 15 International Service Rally in Cwmbran. Rotarian Alison Sutherland spoke about the charity LifeStraw. Alison gave a demonstration of the use of a LifeStraw, which is a portable filter that does not require running water, electricity, batteries, replacement parts or chemicals. Pure clean water with no bad taste is produced, effectively removing all bacteria and parasites.

LifeStraws are now available to countries in need all over the world. It was a great experience to see a LifeStraw in action.

Club members decided in June to donate money from our Charity Fund to Mercy Ships, Air Ambulance and Tŷ Ellis.

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It may have rained all day but it didn’t dampen the spirits of Porthcawl’s Mayor David Newton-Williams and consort Gaynor Williams, at the ribbon cutting ceremony of Porthcawl’s brand new Hearing and Mobility store in Lias Road (opposite the CoOp) on Saturday 13th June.

On hand to give out glasses of Bucks Fizz to eager customers were Craig Hosken, Porthcawl Store Manager, Samantha Marchesi, Sales Director and Mark Moss, Chairman of Hearing and Mobility.

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Hearing and Mobility UK branches to 17, and it’s made more special for me being my home town, to be able to offer local people a one stop shop for all their hearing and mobility needs.”

Hearing and Mobility offer an expert hearing care and wax removal service with their resident audiologist, Mark’s daughter, Louise Moss RHAD. Mayor David Newton-Williams was keen to be the first in line for a free hearing screening test.

Hearing and Mobility also stock a huge range of mobility products, including stairlifts, scooters, wheelchairs, rise and recline chairs and electric bikes. They’re ideally located in the town centre to hire out scooters, wheelchairs and tri-walkers, providing a valuable service both for residents and visitors to Porthcawl.

Photo 1 – From left to right, Gaynor Newton-Williams, Mark Moss, Samantha Marchesi, Craig Hosken and Mayor David NewtonWilliams with the proud owner of a new scooter, Mr T Evans.

Photo 2 – Mayor David Newton-Williams having his hearing tested by audiologist Louise Moss.

Photo 3 – Mayor David Newton-Williams cutting the ribbon.

Sea Cadets Porthcawl Sea Cadets have been busy this year, not only preparing and launching their new powerboat in the water, but also gaining grants to fund sailing and adventure training activities. We received a grant from the Community Chest Fund to buy essential hiking equipment to participate in the Duke of Edinburgh Scheme, and also a grant from the Dulverton Trust.

This enabled us to buy 6 Laser Pico’s, which will allow us to teach sailing and power boating qualifications. As a result we now have cadets entering sailing and powerboat competitions throughout Wales, and the rest of the UK, with the hopes of winning district, area and national competitions. We wish all the competitors the best of luck in their respective fields!

The next step for Porthcawl Sea Cadets is for us to gain RYA recognition, and become a fully-fledged governing body teaching establishment, in order for us to be able to offer fully accredited and professional qualifications and certificates, from our Porthcawl unit. Anyone can join between the ages of 10 -18 and we are always after adult instructors too if you are interested please come down to the unit on any given parade night Tues/ Friday 7pm until 9.30pm.

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We are now recruiting for the following volunteers within the Community Companions Project: Volunteer Activity Leader Volunteers required to run sessions of activities within the Community Companions Activity Café, such as arts & crafts, gardening, cookery, music etc.

Volunteer Café Activity support To support disabled adults participate with activities during the café and help prepare light refreshments for café members.

Scope’s Community Activity Café is run each Thursday 10am to 1pm at The Talbot Community Centre, 9 Prince Road, Kenfig Hill, CF33 6ED. One to One Volunteer Befriender We require volunteers to support a disabled adult in accessing activities of their choice in and around the Borough of Bridgend, such as the cinema, shopping, visit to the beach etc. This role is community based and hours and days are to suit the volunteer.

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Due to the President Sandra Davidson being in London for the NFWI Centenary Meeting, Sue Elworthy the Vice- President conducted the meeting following a warm welcome to everyone present.

The business of the evening included: • A report on the GFWI Council Meeting.

• Event details of the day trip to Gloucester and the Ascot Day charity day at the Star Inn, Treoes (friends of WI, in aid of The Tree of Hope charity). Both of these events are open to friends and families; but booking is essential.

• For the Murder Mystery Evening to be held at the Hi-Tide, Porthcawl on 11th September members need to book at the July meeting.

• The skittles fun evening will be held on 14th October.

The guest speaker - Joyce James - took us on a delightful trip down memory lane in a quest to encourage members to write down their memories regarding her topic ‘Writing your Memoirs’. She stressed the importance of recording /recalling special/important events and of asking family members to help give details of our lives in order to form a family chronicle by collating certain facts simply by talking, looking at photographs etc.

For further information on events please contact Sandra Davidson on 016566 69232.

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At the June meeting, President Nora welcomed members and referred to the considerable media coverage of the Centenary celebrations and events throughout the UK. Secretary Cynthia read the minutes for approval and read notices of upcoming events.

The Speakers this evening were representatives from The Shaw Trust, a charity started in Wiltshire 30 years ago to help disabled and disadvantaged people to find work. To date hundreds of thousands have been helped. Government funding assists the charity and their 50 shops throughout the UK, the Porthcawl shop being one of seven in Wales, and the Neath shop the largest.

The W.I. Centenary Annual Meeting was held at the Royal Albert Hall this month, when HM The Queen opened the meeting accompanied by the Princess Royal and Sophie, Countess of Wessex. At the Gwyn Hall, Neath a live screening was relayed onto a huge cinema screen. It was thrilling to watch, and plain to see that the royal ladies also enjoyed the informal and happy atmosphere of this unique occasion.

Final arrangements were made for the Summer Fayre on July 17th at Trinity Church. Visitors and new members very welcome - contact Cynthia on 01656 786218.

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Mynydd Cynffig WI The 9th of June saw the Mynydd Cynffig WI holding their monthly meeting in their usual venue - The Talbot Centre, Kenfig Hll. We had a good turn out of members, meeting chaired by Marjorie, minutes read by Enid our secretary. Details of forthcoming events were brought to the attention of the members. We are all looking forward to the Centenary Garden Party in Margam Orangery (an excuse to wear a hat perhaps).

We have a quiz in the High Tide Porthcawl, An evening with Mark Evans in the Grand Pavilion Porthcawl, all on our door step. We are also looking forward to our annual trip in August to Hereford, we are hoping for fine weather that day. Our talk, on Dr William Price - a man of many talents, was given by Mr Dean Powell. It was interesting and informative, and was enjoyed by all. Next month our talk is on Patagonia - we might find some long lost relations. This talk will be given by Mr John Pearman. We brought the meeting to a close with tea and biscuits - well we are the WI as seen on TV! Christine Callaghanary

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The speaker at our June meeting was John Sheen, and his talk was entitled ‘’Five Boys and a Pasty’. It was an hilarious account of the smells, sights and sensations of his childhood in Port Talbot. He brought back memories to many with his account of ‘Friday Bath and syrup of figs night’, liberty bodices and when boys turned men when they progressed from short trousers to long. He was very entertaining and caused much laughter.

Many thanks to the ladies of Kenfig WI for hosting the Link meeting - a very enjoyable evening with great entertainment.

Jennifer Davies and Janet Davies were the two lucky members who attended the WI centenary Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace. They gave us a very interesting account of the days proceedings which sounded wonderful. They had a fantastic day - one which they will never forget.

On 10th June our members had a trip to Tenby, leaving Porthcawl at 9.30am arriving in Tenby in time for coffee. We were fortunate with the weather as it was a beautiful day. A few of our more adventurous ladies sailed to Caldy Island, choppy waters going but calmer on the homeward journey. Lots of retail therapy and ice cream to keep us cool. There is much more planned for the coming months, so if you would like to join us ring Pearl on 772657.

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Finance Business Property Relief & Inheritance Tax Where circumstances permit, the Inheritance Tax (IHT) efficiency of a will can be maximised by leaving assets that qualify for 100% Business Property Relief (BPR) directly to your children.

If it is not desirable to leave such assets directly, an alternative approach would be to place the business assets in a trust, as a chargeable transfer, where your children are the beneficiaries. As the assets have a zero value for IHT purposes, there will be no IHT charge on the transfer into the trust.

If the intention is to leave business assets to the surviving spouse, a further option involves leaving the business assets to your children, (IHT exempt), and for the spouse to purchase these assets subsequently. The children would then have the cash value of the business without suffering any IHT loss. The business assets would re-qualify for BPR after the spouse had owned them for a further two year period. These assets could then be left to the children, again, in the surviving spouse’s will.

Your children could therefore inherit an unlimited value of business assets twice, free from IHT on both occasions. A variation on this theme would be to leave the business assets to a discretionary will trust and for the surviving spouse to purchase them at arm’s length from the trustees.

Specialist legal advice should always be sought before proceeding with such an arrangement. At One Life Financial Planning Ltd we work closely with a team of legal and accountancy professionals who specialise in this area and who will help to formulate a plan specifically designed to meet your needs.

If you would like further information on these arrangements or general advice on inheritance tax planning, please do not hesitate to contact me.

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Wow! 874 Billion Pounds – We’re Not Kidding Now, before you get too excited at the prospect of a mammoth Roll-Over Lottery win, the astronomical figure above ( 874 THOUSAND MILLION POUNDS ) actually relates to the property wealth held by the Over-55s in the UK, according to a report issued on 17 June 2015.

This means that all the property owned by this age group, collectively adds up to the figure in question, which is a mindblowing amount.

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Age is not a problem where a suitable scheme is available for you. We recently assisted a retired Porthcawl gentleman in avoiding a repossession possibility on his home, where his mortgage lender was insisting on him repaying the capital borrowed on his interest-only mortgage – despite the fact that he had NEVER missed a single mortgage payment.

Certain lenders are now writing out to people with interest-only mortgages in later life, demanding a plan for repayment of the capital, sometimes with just a few months’ notice. This worrying prospect need not, however, be an issue provided you get proper advice. Just call us on 01656 782545 and we’ll have an informal chat with you. DO NOT go on worrying, when we may be able to guide you to a sensible and appropriate solution.

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Five Quick Tips To Get On The Road To Saving 1. The earlier you start investing for your future, the more chance your money has to grow.

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5. Regularly check the interest rate you are getting on your savings to see if you can do better and beat inflation.

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Garden Bird Watch: Great Spotted Woodpecker Despite being a woodland bird, Great Spotted Woodpeckers make regular forays into gardens at this time of year to take beakfuls of food away for their young. It is very easy to tell the family members apart. Adult birds have a black head whilst juveniles sport a red cap; the male has a red nape whilst the female’s is black. The head and neck of Great Spotted Woodpeckers are specially structured to prevent brain damage when they bang their beak (at 10-40 hits per second) on dead trees or even metal.

Drumming, as it is known, is performed by both sexes and enables a pair to keep in touch with each other. Great Spotted Woodpeckers adore peanuts (always feed from a metal mesh feeder) and fat blocks.

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 and other creatures 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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Cefn Cribwr Gardening Club July is a busy month with lots of watering, plus the continuous battle with weeds and the somewhat tedious (but definitely profitable) deadheading!

But somehow you must find the time to sit and relax in the sunshine in your garden and enjoy the results of all your hard work!

Remember that by feeding hanging basket and container plants every two weeks cascading varieties like Surfinia, and Million Bells will give a stunning performance until early frosts – well worth the effort!

When deadheading roses it’s best to prune back to a bud in a leaf axil lower down the stem this encourages strong new shoots – you will have a continuous lovely rose display into autumn!

If you are growing onions, don’t allow them to go short of water, as this will affect the size of the crop (we all want big onions!)

Water runner beans often at the roots and maybe treat them to a little bit of lime in the water, when ready, pick regularly along with courgettes to encourage more (the more you pick the more you get!)

Did you know - rhubarb, in the mid 1600’s was double the price of opium in Britain - try smoking that!

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Vale Of Glamorgan Show – Calling All Growers Plans for this year’s Vale Of Glamorgan Show are now underway and for all you green fingered gardeners and creative children the schedules for the Horticultural section are now available. This year’s horticultural section is bigger than ever with over 100 classes with something for everyone of all ages.

Please come along and be part of this great show and join in the fun, for a schedule please contact Mrs Gail Wintle, Horticultural Secretary on 07976 935 223 or online at valeofglamorganshow. co.uk for a schedule with a list of categories and entry form.

Gail Wintle Horticultural Show Secretary The Vale of Glamorgan Agricultural Society was established in 1772 for farmers to meet and compete in annual produce and livestock competitions. Eventually the Society created the Vale of Glamorgan Show, initially held in Cowbridge, it moved to its magnificent site at Fonmon Castle in 1998.

There are more than 200 Trade Stands on the field marketing and selling a huge variety of goods. A Food Hall stands in the centre of the field selling produce, most of which has been grown or made in the Vale, along with a Shopping Mall which allows small traders to exhibit. The Show hosts a large Craft Fair and Horticultural Show along with a Home Produce marquee.

Cornelly Horticultural Society Annual Show Cornelly Horticultural Society are proud to announce their 4th Annual Show! Taking place on Saturday 8th August at Cornelly Community Centre. The competition is open to everyone and classes range from fruit & veg to flowers, craft, cookery, art and a children’s category. Schedules and entry forms are available from Pyle Life Centre and Cornelly Hardware Store. Visitors are welcome to come along for homemade refreshments and to browse the wonderful skills on show in the many exhibits.

There will be an auction of produce after the prize giving and raffle, so you could bag yourself a local, fresh, homegrown or homemade bargain! The hall will be open between 08:00 - 11:30 for exhibitors to set up, and then 14:00 - 17:00 for visitors.

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INHERITANCE CLAIMS An inheritance can never compensate for the death of a partner or family member. And, unfortunately, inheritance claims can cause problems, for example, if someone believes they aren’t receiving their fair share of a person’s estate.

Even more difficult and upsetting inheritance problems can arise if a person was financially dependent on the deceased or if the executors of a will are accused of not acting properly.

Inheritance claims as a beneficiary Claiming an inheritance is usually straightforward if you are named in the will as a beneficiary. The executors take control of all the deceased’s assets, pay off any debts and distribute the inheritances to the beneficiaries according to the terms of the will.

You may, however, need to be patient. Administering an estate can be time-consuming and it often takes several months before a beneficiary receives an inheritance.

Claiming your family inheritance If there is no will, family inheritance entitlements are governed by the rules of intestacy. Depending on the amounts involved, any spouse (or civil partner) is entitled to inherit at least part of the estate, with the remainder split among the nearest relatives.

With or without a will, family inheritances may seem unfair.

Particular problems can arise if a couple were living together (without actually being married or in a civil partnership), if there were previous relationships or stepchildren or if a will unexpectedly favours one child over another.

Spouses, civil partners, former spouses or civil partners, cohabiting partners, children and any financial dependents may be able to make a claim for reasonable financial provision – even if the will (or the rules of intestacy) specifies a smaller inheritance or no inheritance at all.

Inheritance claim disputes Inheritance disputes can occur in other situations. For example, a will can be invalid if it was drawn up under undue pressure or if the testator subsequently married.

Individual bequests in the will may be invalid. For example, if the bequest is unclear or if an inheritance has been left to one of the witnesses. Disputes can also occur if executors act improperly, either by mistake (eg misinterpreting the will) or deliberately.Inheritance claim disputes, like other legal disputes, can be complex, time-consuming and costly.

Whether you are a beneficiary or not, if you are not getting the inheritance to which you believe you are entitled you should take legal advice.

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I suppose I could ramble on about meditation, publicise its benefits, promote various days and continue with a top down delivery. Where I tell you the reader how it is. That’s how it’s been done across our dominant religious organisations within this wonderful country of ours for many years. It’s still going on in our schools. There is a weak sentiment of prayer in education, it’s very weak, probably not even worth uttering, even confusing.

When our minds are calm, then we can receive, we really can and our whole understanding of a prayer can be fully understood.

There are untold layers in the contemplative mind that require calmness and tranquility to be present first, then the mind will give rise to wisdom naturally. Wisdom is this whole other level that we just don’t know how to handle. We have glimpses of it and then close our minds and bury such experience. Could there be value in such an opening? What’s so mysterious is that this spiral case of understanding happens in seemingly mundane moments. Mundane becomes extraordinary. What do we see littered on social media? Mundane gossip and story lines. Could we be missing the extraordinary? Email your questions to evansneville@aol.com Neville Evans

A better Choice, A Better Life At Neways, we help you maximise your health and beauty while minimising your exposure to potentially harmful ingredients.

It wasn’t too long ago that avocados were on the ‘never eat’ list of many diets. Back in the days of the low-fat craze in particular, avocados were considered downright sinful!

Thankfully, those days are behind us, and we can celebrate the delicious, delectable avocado for what it truly is: a super healthy food.

Following are five proven reasons why you should include avocados in your diet. Even every day, if you wish!

1. Avocados can help you lose weight (yes, you read that right!)

Rather than being ‘diet enemy number one,’ avocados have proven to be an effective tool in a dieter’s arsenal of weight loss tricks.

2. Avocado eaters tend to be healthier than others So, first we discovered that eating avocados can assist you in weight loss, now we find that eating them can put you into the “healthy people” crowd?

3. Avocados are packed with healthy fibre If you eat just 3.5 ounces of avocado, you get a whopping serving of 7 grams of fibre, and that is 27% of the recommended daily serving for women between 19 and 50 years old!

4. Avocados can boost your nutrient levels Enjoying a cup of fresh avocado can increase the absorption of carotenoids (powerful antioxidants which your body turns into vitamin A) by an eye-popping 400% in later meals!

5. Avocados are a source of good fats If you have always thought that avocados were high in fat, well, you were correct. However, there are ‘good’ fats - the kind that can actually help with weight loss - and avocados fall into that category.

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New books at Porthcawl library Fiction

Paddy Ashdown The Cruel Victory

Clive Cussler Piranha

Arnold Bennett How to Live on 24 Hours a Day

Michael Faber The Book of Strange New Things

Paul Chrystal Women in Ancient Rome Jane Field-Lewis My Cool Kitchen Judith Flanders The Making Of Home Mary Martin Sewing Bible Molla Mills Modern Crochet Will Taylor Bright Bazaar A N Wilson The Book Of The People

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Tony Blackman Valiant Boys

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John Rothstein is a reclusive genius who created a famous character, Jimmy Gold, but then didn’t publish any more books.

Morris Bellamy is livid, not just because Rothstein has stopped writing, but because Jimmy Gold sold out for a career in advertising. Morris kills Rothstein and empties his safe of cash and notebooks containing at least one more Gold novel. Morris hides the money and the notebooks, and is then locked away for another crime. Decades later, a boy named Pete Saubers finds the treasure, and now it is Pete who must be rescued from Morris on his release from prison after thirty-five years...

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POEMS Wales

Dinner With The Dog!

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They say that Wales is a land of song We do not think that they are wrong, The folk in the valley’s their voices ring It don’t take much to make them sing, The coal mines gone the land is green There’s beauty there it must be seen, The lush green valley’s with their running streams The unique beauty its like a dream, The rivers gurgle as they flow bye Reflecting the brightness of the sky, The old oak trees stand majestic and strong Housing the birds with their beautiful song, Stand on a mountain and gaze with glee You wont believe what you can see, This beautiful land that god has made We know its beauty will never fade, Our emblem is the pretty daffodil You see them bloom on many a hill, You see them bloom when on your way Especially on March the 1st Saint David’s day, We have our flag we fly it high With our red dragon who flies in the sky, He tears at the flag he wants to be free To live a good life and not disagree, We love this Wales our fathers have built The Welsh peoples motto is cymru am byth.

Basil Walters, Cefn Glas, Bridgend.

Don’t look at me like that You’re not having some – OK? It’s my food – which I deserve I’ve worked ruddy hard all day I’ve been to work and hovered The floors are washed and swept Whilst you’ve laid on the sofa Just twitched and scratched and slept Don’t do the doleful eye thing With the little wriggly nose I don’t shove my face in your bowl Or dribble on your toes!

We both know that you’re not hungry, In fact you’re getting fat You eat your food (and mine!)

Then steal from the poor cat!

I got you from the dog’s home It was just a year ago I gave you love and nurture Now you think you own the show!

Just one little bit then But not a morsel more You make me feel so guilty You’re so hard to ignore!

I’m not enjoying this now, I’m feeling mean – that’s great!

Ok- you win – I give in Have the flaming plate!

Chris Early, Cefn Cribwr

A step on the dance floor, Staring at each wall, They glisten with paintings, Embracing the feeling in the hall.

Happiness, nerves All things that turn us into jelly; Especially when, from across the room, Your eyes meet a handsome figure With moves with Gene Kelly.

He catches your glance And lingers a while.

My heart’s beating so fast It’s like I’ve run a mile!

His stature begins to change, He’s coming this way.

“Oh please let me have Something witty to say” His hips move rhythmically Like they’re singing a song.

All I want to do Is groove along... ...to the rhythm of his beat.

“Is it me or have they Turned up the heat...?”

The music flows around the room As if floating on a cloud.

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You’re the only one in the crowd.

His smile is intoxicating.

I hold my breath.

Who knew a moment could determine Between life and death.

Holly Walker, Bridgend

To Help You Travel Safe Rail staff are here to assist you, And to help you travel safe, Be patient when delays occur, Don’t swear and point fingers in their face.

We have to deal with drunken behavior, Some people act just like louts, With abusive attitudes and bad language, Towards others they scream and shout.

When you are being anti-social, On a station or on a train, You may be asked to simply leave without any travel, Because you’re being a pain.

We will not tolerate it any longer, Any violence towards another will need to cease, The CCTV evidence will be captured, And used to convict by the police.

David Boyce Brackla, Bridgend

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Tribute To A Big Brother Three little girls, just one boy, our big brother And oh, it was fun as we grew up together You might taunt us and tease us, but always we knew Your support and protection as together we grew And always in all we were there for each other Out of childhood and youth you were still our big brother And boldly we stepped into new life together This life of adventure, of faith and of fun Knowing in all that the race must be run Always sharing our faith with John, our big brother And when older grown, what far paths we have trod In life’s great adventure of walking with God And though memories fade of our blessed yesteryear Yet strong is that bond that held us each dear And we’re thanking God for you, dear John, our big brother.

Pauline Lewis, Porthcawl

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Arts Choristers On The Catwalk

A Film Maker’s Point Of View

As a break from exercising their musical talents, these lovely ladies from Cor Bro Ogwr showed off their modelling skills in the recent fund raising fashion show in Bridgend.

Clothes came from Samantha B in Ewenny, Jan Lewis showcased some of her hand made hats and jewellery, and the evening was both entertaining and informative. Sam, owner of the Ewenny shop, introduced all the outfits and gave the audience an insight into the designers some home grown Welsh - and the hows and whys of choosing and buying stock.

With a glass of wine and a 10% discount voucher included, the evening went with a swing, thanks to organiser Joan Jefferies, her team of helpers and Marooned Hairdressers of Cowbridge.

The choir works hard at its music and social life. Annual dinners, concert ‘afterglows’ and fund raising events with the emphasis on the ‘fun’ part. These include visits to Christmas markets, talks, coffee mornings and participation in choral events around the country. Choir trips abroad include sightseeing and socialising time. So if you are looking for an opportunity to sing and be a part of a friendly, lively community, join us! cor-bro-ogwr.com Dominique Spearey

Of all the local history films I have made, ‘A History of Bridgend’ is one of my favourites.

Everything seemed to go right when it was in production, apart from some of the minor difficulties that arise when making any film. The town itself has seen a great amount of change especially in the centre, and one could argue not necessarily for the better, although much-needed flood defences made the River Ogmore less likely to burst its banks, a once not infrequent occurrence with dire consequences for the surrounding streets.

Controversially, the old Town Hall was demolished and this took away one of the town’s landmarks, making way for new development. But what happened in Bridgend has been allowed to take place in many other fine and interesting towns, somewhat to their detriment, I believe, and this is why it is so important to have a detailed photographic record. How fortunate it was that old movie footage had been taken of serious flooding in the early sixties and the demolition of the wartime ordnance factory site to make way for Bridgend Industrial Estate, both included in ‘A History of Bridgend’. And the Queen came to visit the town, too.

Anthony Hontoir Downwood Film Productions Tel: 01656 771775 or 07510 934299 Picture: Anthony Hontoir courtesy of JTP Photography

The Performance House – In Peter Pan

Porthcawl Male Choir News

Members of The Performance House Midis’ recently starred in Peter Pan at Coleg Cymunedol y Dderwen. Cast members aged 11 to 15 entertained appreciative audiences with excellent acting, singing and dancing. The musical score was written especially for the show by David Harrington. Performance rights for the show went to Great Ormond Street Hospital and a further £136 was raised during the performances. Thanks to everyone involved.

TPH classes take place at St Clare’s School Porthcawl on Saturdays and we are always pleased to welcome new members.

For more information, please email theperformancehouse@ hotmail.co.uk or see our Facebook page. We look forward to meeting you!

Xenia Yardley and Nicky Taliesin

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Each year Porthcawl Male choir and our colleagues of the Port Talbot Cymric choir, join forces to stage a concert on behalf of LATCH, the organisation which supports children undergoing treatment for cancer. Last year the concert was held in Port Talbot, this year it’s Porthcawl’s turn. The venue is All Saints Church and the date is Saturday 25th July, commencing at 7pm.

Special guests for the evening are Cor Serenata Ladies Choir, Musical Director Matthew Lewis and accompanist Elisabeth Jones. The male choirs’ musical team are: Mair Jones (Musical Director) with accompanists Richard Davies and Huw Smitham.

Tickets, priced at £6, are available at the door. All proceeds go to LATCH. This year our annual concert will take place on Saturday 5th September at the Grand Pavilion and will feature celebrity guests Richard and Adam from Britain’s Got Talent.The duo have since appeared at a number of venues throughout the country including recently appearing as guests of the Morriston Orpheus choir in Swansea. They have received nothing but positive reviews at all these venues. Tickets, priced at £15, are currently available from choristers and at the Pavilion’s booking office.

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Arts Bringing The Studio To The Street Over 70 artists took up positions in and around Porthcawl last month to compete in Art Challenge Wales (ACW), a new oneday art competition that is now set to become a vibrant annual cultural event for the town, attracting artists and visitors from far and wide.

Delighted passers by stopped to chat to artists and watch them create a range of Porthcawlinspired work that included paintings, sculptures and textiles: “I’d never painted in public before and I was nervous to start,” said one competitor.

“However, it turned out to be such a fantastic day. Everyone was so welcoming and enthusiastic. I’ll certainly be doing it again next year!”

There was a celebratory prize event and display of all the work held at Coedargraig House, attended by the entrants and judging panel that included acclaimed Welsh artist Kevin Sinnott, local businessman and competition organiser Philip Vaughan – who presented winners Karen O’Shea, Mary James and Jan Hawkard with £500, £300 and £200 for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places respectively.

Additional prizes were also awarded for highly commended, junior and people’s choice categories.

“We are thrilled with the results - the quality and range of work submitted was amazing and we will double the prize money next year,” said Philip.

To view and purchase competition work or get a flavour for the day visit: www.artchallengewales.co.uk Picture: Artist Derek Windsor in situ on Porthcawl seafront

Stag’s World Of Rock It’s crazy as always in the world of rock! The Darkness is the first headliner to be announced for Planet Rockstock at Trecco Bay on December 4th, 5th and 6th, with more big names to be added. Bridgend rock giants Bullet For My Valentine release a new album called ‘Venom’, and play Swansea’s Brangwyn Hall on October 20th. As I was the first radio presenter to play their music when they were called Jeff Killed John, a VIP pass is overdue as I haven’t seen them live yet! And still with the lads, their former bassist, Nicki Trash, has joined

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Protofield, the band fronted by the charismatic Jayce Lewis, and played a storming set in London recently as a warm-up to their India and European tour.

I must say a happy birthday to my two lovely minders (18th July). I won’t give away their ages but there’s not a 5 or 0 involved just yet. Also the Whole Hogg’s Jamie Paul and The Guzzards’ Mark Jones both get my wishes for the 3rd and 7th July so the drinks are on you! One for you diaries is Def Leppard and Whitesnake playing Cardiff Arena on December 16th, and next time I’ll be giving you a build-up to the Newton Beer and Pop Fest on August 29th.

Stag Marks 07549 728356 Photo: The Darkness, due on December 6th in Porthcawl

Short Story Winners Honoured At Carnegie House

Bridgend Writers’ Circle has held a presentation evening and launched its 40th Anniversary Anthology.

Chairman Alex Marshall welcomed Bridgend Town Mayor - Cllr David White and his wife Jacquie, past and present members of BWC, Eluned Gramich - South Wales Development Officer for Literature Wales, and local poet Rhian Edwards who judged the competition.

He thanked all the competition sponsors: Artful Yoga (Maesteg), Ty Newydd National Writers’ Centre, Literature Wales, Chapter Arts Centre and Seren Publishers.

Councillor White expressed his pleasure at welcoming BWC at Carnegie House on a permanent basis. He said the move of the town library to the leisure centre was proving a success and Bridgend was now able to offer accommodation to a host of art groups and events at Carnegie House.

Presentations were made to Jennifer Rainbow, Jo Derrick and Elizabeth Mahoney. Then members of the group read poems from the anthology. Alex Marshall stressed the team effort that went into both the competition and the production of the anthology. Meetings are on the third Thursday of the month, Carnegie House, 7.15pm. Copies of the anthology are available from Kay on 01656 772738 (£5 each).

Janine Enos

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Arts Pyle & Porthcawl Photographic Society

Bridgend Male Choir – News Round Up

Our season has now ended, but we will still be meeting every week for field trips. The season ended with presentations, practical evenings, awards and a couple of competitions: Club Competition Three - judged by Fred Davies.

Print section The winner was Richard Craze. Second place also went to Richard, and in third place was David Jones.

Digital section The winner was Geoff Baker. Second place was shared between Trevor Owen and John Corcoran, and in third place was Richard Craze.

The Clyne Jones Trophy - judged by Les Loosemore.

The winner was Richard Craze. Second place went to Trevor Owen and in third place was John Corcoran.

At our AGM Richard Craze was awarded Photographer of the Year – Prints, Geoff Baker was awarded Photographer of the Year – Digital, and Trevor Owen was awarded the President’s Cup. Malcolm Nugent was honoured for his many years of service to the club.

Congratulations to everyone who won competitions or awards.

We have an exhibition in the Grand Pavilion from 10th to 16th August, so we’ll see you there. We are back on 3rd September for a new season, but in the meantime you can join our Facebook group if you want details of our field trips.

Glyn Edmunds publicity.officer@pyle-porthcawl-ps.co.uk

July is one of the quieter months for Choir engagements, but it does allow for chorister and music team holiday and practice.

Amongst the items currently being learned are the stirring Russian ‘Cavalry of the Steppes’; from Camelot - ‘How to Handle a Woman’; Jekyll & Hyde’s ‘This is the Moment’ and a song associated with the great Matt Monro – ‘Softly, As I Leave You’. Focus is for a new CD planned for later this year and a massed concert to which Bridgend Male Choir have been invited.

The concert is to be held at Birmingham Town Hall in 2016 to celebrate premier choir, Canoldir’s 40th Birthday. Joining Bridgend will be the choristers of the Fron; Pontarddulais & Cardiff Arms Park. Some other highlights before then link singing and rugby, which naturally come together in Wales. As I write, the Choir comes together at Bridgend Athletic RFC celebrating the Silver Anniversary of the Mini & Junior section, with International Rugby Referee, Nigel Owens and two further Rugby World Cup 2015 tournament engagements. An Eve of World Cup Q & A and singing engagement at Cardiff will be followed by a visit to the renowned Leicester Tigers RUFC, where BMC will entertain when England face Wales at Twickenham. Exciting times ahead.”

David T Burt, Media Officer

Acoustic Club News With a fantastic night from Copperwood Bluegrass band back in May, we are now looking forward to Linsday Lou and the Flatbellys, on 29th July. With their roots in the Great Lakes State of Michigan, they will be playing American roots and bluegrass of the finest quality, and quoted from Americana UK - “they are exciting – with a pulse and rhythm that sets them apart.” For tickets and information please ring the box office on 01656 815995. We look forward to seeing you there.

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What’s On

To avoid disappointment, please check with event/class organisers before going along.

Wednesday 1st July - Monday 10th August

Porthcawl Art Society Exhibition In Aid Of Porthcawl RNLI Porthcawl Art Society are holding an exhibition of paintings that are donated to Porthcawl RNLI. The paintings will be on display at the Grand Pavilion Porthcawl from 23rd of June until the 10th of August. All the paintings are for sale with the proceeds going to the lifeboat fund. We hope you all enjoy the artwork.

Saturday 11th July

MC Family Centre Charity Barn Dance We are pleased to announce that Mulligan Community will be holding a Barn Dance and Hog Roast for the evening Charity Event at the 2015 Bridgend County Show at Pencoed on from 7pm-11pm.

There will be live Country & Western music from Memphis Belle Country Duo, hog roast/ vegetarian food, bar, line dancing - fun for all the family.

All tickets are £10 per person (children welcome) price includes a hog roast or vegetarian option. Book and pay for your tickets online at: www.mulligancommunity.org or at the Mulligan Community stall at the Bridgend County Show, Bridgend College, Pencoed Campus all day Friday 10th and Saturday 11th July.

All funds raised go to the MC Family Centre, coming to Bridgend in 2016.

Tuesday 14th - Wednesday 15th July

the founding of the organisation and the theme of the show reflects this as all the classes celebrate ‘Our Century in Song’.

As well as seeing wonderful items of craft, cookery, preserves, art and floral exhibits, there will be competitions, delicious refreshments served all day, and country markets will be selling cakes, preserves and craft. So come along and enjoy a great day out. Tickets, costing £2.50, are available at the door and all are welcome.

Monday 27th - Thursday 30th July

Spanish Club, Bridgend On all day. Ages 4-11 @ Bridgend Tennis Club. Full Details contact Alison Facebook.com/funfrenchandspanish Email: fun.languages@yahoo.co.uk Wednesday 29th July

Lindsaylou And The Flatbellys @ The Stage Door, The Grand Pavilion, Porthcawl - 7.30pm doors open. Contact the Grand Pavilion Box Office on 01656 670900 to book your ticket.

Sunday 30th August

Twilight Walk With Marie Curie

Annie Kids (The Musical) The Cefn Cribwr Primary School Drama Club are performing Annie Kids (The Musical) @ the Community Hall (also known as the Green Hall), Cefn Road, Cefn Cribwr, CF32 0AW. Performances - at 6.30pm on Tuesday and 2pm on the Wednesday.

All tickets are £3.00 each and are available from the school.

Enquiries - please contact Cefn School on 01656 740293.

Saturday 18th July

Porthcawl Buckaneers Carnival The theme this year is Sci-fi. The carnival field will be full of entertainment, a travelling fair and various sideshows and stalls.

On Saturday 11th July 2015 at the Bandstand in John Street, Porthcawl we are raising funds and handing out the carnival magazine. Come along and support us. We are being supported

by Porthcawl Rock Club and the Porthcawl Ukelele Band.

Any queries please contact Kerry Marlow on 07900 494386 or email marlowk@sky.com Monday 20th - Thursday 23rd July

French Club, Bridgend On all day. Ages 4-11 @ Bridgend Tennis Club. Full Details contact Alison Facebook.com/funfrenchandspanish Email: fun.languages@yahoo.co.

Saturday 25th July

Glamorgan Federation Of Women’s Institutes Annual Show The Glamorgan Federation of Women’ Institutes are holding their annual show from 10am to 5pm at North Conelly Community Centre. The show promises to be even better this year as the WI is celebrating the hundredth anniversary of Seaside News | 48

Take a twilight walk with Marie Curie this summer and raise money to care for people living with a terminal illness.

Get together with friends and family for a 10k walk around Cardiff Castle, in memory of your loved ones and to raise money for people living with a terminal illness. There is also a shorter pushchair-friendly 5.5km route.

The Walk To Remember starts at 6.30pm, and afterwards everyone can enjoy an evening of celebrations as the sun goes down, including live music and a fire juggling performance. Hot food is on sale, or hold a picnic. Car parking is available off site in nearby Sophia Gardens.

All funds raised will help Marie Curie provide care and support to people living with a terminal illness and their loved ones, whether that’s at home, or in the Marie Curie Hospice in Penarth.

Register now for your Walk To Remember https://www. mariecurie.org.uk/get-involved/charity-events/walking/charitywalks/cardiff, or for more information call 0845 052 4184.

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What’s On Monday A TASTE OF YOGA, PORTHCAWL For all ages and abilities. 1.30-3pm at Stella Maris Catholic Church Hall New Road Porthcawl.For more information contact Angela Rock 07980 936198 or Email: angelarock11@hotmail.com Children’s Swimming Lessons, Bridgend @ Heronsbridge School Pool.

5–7.30pm. Also on Tuesdays & Saturdays. Contact Anne: 01656 772725, email: swimschoolwales@ yahoo.co.uk LIGHTERLIFE, BRIDGEND & LLANTRISANT Award Winning LighterLife weight loss programme since 1990. For those with a stone or more to lose and who want to keep it off. Time to reshape your future. FREE info session today 6.30pm - to find out more contact Claire 01656 720717. Email claire.warren@ lighterlifecounsellor.com MONKEY MUSIC. Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers aged from 3 months to 4 years. First class FREE. Monday @ Heronston Hotel, Bridgend. Please book before attending. Other venues and days available. Contact Emma 01656 649190, vale.Bridgend@ monkeymusic.co.uk, www. monkeymusic.co.uk PILATES / YOGA, PORTHCAWL 7.30pm-8.30pm at The Y Centre.

Mat required. Flexibility, postural alignment and core strength from 14yrs with Hannah Bowen.

Registered Exercise Professional 07886 487853 see Facebook Porthcawl Fitness Classes.

PORTHCAWL CHORAL SOCIETY PRACTICE @ Trinity Church 7.15–9.15pm. Mixed voice choir. New members welcome. 01656 784211 PORTHCAWL GYMNASTICS (TERM TIME ONLY) are now running their classes at The Community Sports Hall, Park Ave. Please email me for information on: porthcawl.gymnastics@gmail.com PORTHCAWL SHOTOKAN KARATE New venue - St Clare’s School, Newton. Beginners - 4pm - 5pm, Training 5pm - 7pm. SPECIAL OFFER: a months FREE training to new and returning members. Call Christian Whale (5th Dan) 07784 317151.

SING & SIGN, BABY SIGN LANGUAGE & MUSIC CLASS @Awel Y Mor, Porthcawl. Stage 1, 2 & Babes 9.45am - 1.00pm For more information or to book please contact Beverley on 07583 087157 or email beverleythomas@ singandsign.co.uk www.singandsign. co.uk Slimming World, Porthcawl @ Gilgal Church Hall, Woodland Ave, Porthcawl. 5.30pm. Tel Bev: 07912 172674

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To avoid disappointment, please check with event/class organisers before going along.

TAI CHI AND OTHER NEIJIA, PORTHCAWL Full Sun Family Syllabus at Awel y Mor Centre, 10am to 12 noon.

Tel: 01656 784991. Usual donations £2 per hour. sunporthcawl@yahoo.co.uk YOGA CLASS, PORTHCAWL Mixed ability class. Nottage old school room, Unitarian Chapel.

6.30pm – 8pm. More information ring Alan Davies on 01639 888705 or just turn up.

Tuesday ADULT AQUA FIT, PORTHCAWL @ Splashland, Trecco Bay Holiday Park, Porthcawl - 7:00pm. Classes during school term times only. Last class for Summer: July 14, 2015.

Back on September 1, 2015.

Information: Call Diane 07966 529417.

A TASTE OF YOGA, PORTHCAWL For all ages and abilities. 6.30- 8pm at Stella Maris Catholic Church Hall New Road Porthcawl. For more information contact Angela Rock 07980 936198 or Email: angelarock11@hotmail.com FIRST AID (ST JOHN CYMRU) We meet at Trinity Church, Porthcawl. Badgers and Cadets 6-7.30pm. Adults Training 7.30-9pm contact Emma, email: ejdavis@ sky.com FRESH START BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Second Tuesday of each month At the Heronston Hotel, Ewenny Rd Bridgend 10.3012.00. For more info contact Sue 01656 653509 HANDBELL RINGING PORTHCAWL Did you know in addition to tower bell ringers at St Johns Church Newton there is a team of handbell ringers? Reading music not essential, music colour coded and easily followed. Start at 7-30pm. Have fun making music. Information from Tim 07749 254131 or email: thetilts@ hotmail.com HATHA YOGA CLASS @ the YMCA on John Street, Porthcawl. Mixed ability class, so all levels welcome. 10–11.30am. For more info contact Michele 07793 544 956 email: mail@ michelelambertyoga.co.uk www. michelelambertyoga.co.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 email: porthcawltangsoodo@sky.com Website : www.traditionaltsdfed.org Also on Fridays.

LEARN TO JIVE & ROCK AND ROLL, PYLE @ The Royal British Legion Club, Pyle Rd, Pyle CF33 6AG. Class 8-9pm, record hop til 11pm. Entrance £3.

Tel: 07400 080101

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Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers aged from 3 months to 4 years. First class FREE. Tuesday @ Bridgend ‘Halo’ Life Centre, Bridgend. Please book before attending. Other venues and days available. Contact Emma 01656 649190, vale.Bridgend@ monkeymusic.co.uk, www.monkeymusic.co.uk Porthcawl Music Society (CLASSICAL) Every 2nd & 4th Tues of the month. 2pm @ Brentwood Hotel, Porthcawl. New members welcome. Secretary, Jean Ball: 01656 782917 TABERNACL MUSIC SOCIETY, BRIDGEND Mixed choir practice, 7-8.45pm @ Tabernacl Chapel, Derwen Rd, Bridgend. New choristers welcome.

Contact 01656 665393. www.cor-tabernacl-choir.co.uk

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available. Limited spaces, contact Derek 01656 857106 / 07717 948781.

PORTHCAWL ART SOCIETY We are looking for new members.

We meet every Wednesday afternoon and Thursday evenings at the Old Police Station. Gallery open most days 11am to 4pm. Tel: 01656 767611, email: art@porthcawltown. co.uk PORTHCAWL FLORAL ARRANGEMENT SOCIETY Interested in becoming a flower arranger? Alternate Wednesdays at Awel-Mor Centre, Porthcawl. Doors open at 6.30pm. Tel: 01656 78538 SLIMTONE SLIMMING CLASS, PYLE 9.30-10.30am at Cwrt Anghorfa (next to the Tap public house). Contact Marie on 01656 870339 for further information.

SLIMMING WORLD, PORTHCAWL @ Trinity Church. 9.30am–11am.

Call Gaynor 01656 788763

YOGA @ PARC SLIP NATURE RESERVE, TONDU ADRAN YR URDD, PORTHCAWL Beginners class Wednesdays 6.30pm @ Tabernacl New Hall, Fenton Place, - 7.45pm & Thursdays for students Porthcawl 5.30–6.30pm throughout with previous yoga experience school term. Ages 6–12. A fun Welsh 7pm till 8.30pm. Contact - Michele medium youth group. caelleucu@aol. on 07793 544 956 www. com or 07790 216312 michelelambertyoga.co.uk COR BRO OGWR, BRIDGEND Mixed choir @ Tabernacl Church, Derwen Road, Bridgend. 7–9pm. All welcome. 01656 784180. www.CorBro-Ogwr.com

YOGA CLASS, PYLE Mixed ability class. Pyle Life Centre.

6.30pm – 8pm. More information ring Alan Davies on 01639 888705 or just turn up.

CRUSE BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP at St Theodore’s Church, Kenfig Hill.

First and Third Wednesday every month 2.00pm - 3.15pm. For further information please contact Pauline on 07771 636 319.

ZUMBA GOLD, PORTHCAWL 11.00am-12.00 midday at the Awel y Mor Community Centre.

Latin based, low impact and slower paced exercise class with Hannah Bowen. Registered Exercise Professional/ Older Adult Specialist/ Official Zumba Instructor www.

HannahBowen.Zumba.com 07886 487853 Facebook - Porthcawl Fitness Classes.

DRU YOGA, PORTHCAWL With experienced teacher Linda Griffiths. Nottage Scouts Hall, Porthcawl 8pm til 9.30pm - 1hr class followed by 30 mins of relaxation (equivalent to 4 hours of deep sleep) Please bring water, mat / towel and a blanket. Facebook Dru Yoga Porthcawl or call Linda 01656 719730 or 07795 577404.

LIGHTERLIFE, BRIDGEND & LLANTRISANT Award Winning LighterLife weight loss programme since 1990. For those with a stone or more to lose and who want to keep it off. Time to reshape your future. FREE info session today at 12 noon - to find out more contact Claire 01656 720717. Email claire.warren@ lighterlifecounsellor.com Monkey Music.

Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers aged from 3 months to 4 years. First class FREE. Wednesday @ Heronston Hotel, Bridgend. Please book before attending. Other venues and days available. Contact Emma 01656 649190, Vale.Bridgend@ monkeymusic.co.uk, www.monkeymusic.co.uk Oil painting classes, Porthcawl 10-12 noon, Y Centre, John St, Porthcawl. Techniques properly taught by demonstrations. Materials

Thursday BRIDGEND MALE CHOIR Choir Practice, 7.30 – 9.30 pm at Oldcastle Primary School, South Street, Bridgend. Contact G Reese T.07773 170373 or www. bridgendmalechoir.co.uk Winners 2014 Llangollen Eisteddfod Male Choir Competition. New choristers and visitors to the area welcome – again contact G Reese or website to arrange. Motto – “Friendship through Music”.

BRIDGEND STAMP & POST CARD SOCIETY Why not start a new hobby or revive an old one? Displays, sales, speakers.

All levels welcome. 7.30Pm, 2nd and 4th Thursday every month. Gospel Hall, Oddfellows St., Bridgend. Tel Maureen on 01656 653753 for more information.

BRIDGEND SUGARCRAFT CLUB 1st Thurs each month 7-9.30pm at Miners Welfare Hall, Heol Y Groes, Pencoed. Demonstrations/ workshops and more. All Welcome. Members £3, visitors and non-members £5. Follow s on Facebook. Contact Lynne bridgendsugarcraftclub@gmail.com

MD COOLKIDS COMPUTING, PORTHCAWL @ WEST PARK PRIMARY SCHOOL. Creative technology based activities for children! We run classes during term-time, 3.30 - 4.30 pm. Contact Sion on 01656 772560 / 07719 730779 or email coolkidscomputing@gmail.com to book your place. We also run holiday clubs, birthday parties and weekend workshops. Visit our website www.coolkidscomputing. com

COOLKIDS COMPUTING, PORTHCAWL @ NOTTAGE PRIMARY SCHOOL. Creative technology based activities for children! We run classes during term-time, 3.30 4.30 pm. Contact Sion on 01656 772560 / 07719 730779 or email coolkidscomputing@gmail.com to book your place. We also run holiday clubs, birthday parties and weekend workshops. Visit our website www.coolkidscomputing. com

LIGHTERLIFE, BRIDGEND & LLANTRISANT Award Winning LighterLife weight loss programme since 1990. For those with a stone or more to lose and who want to keep it off. Time to reshape your future. FREE info session today 8.15pm - to find out more contact Claire 01656 720717. Email claire.warren@ lighterlifecounsellor.com

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

MID GLAMORGAN MIXED CHOIR, PENCOED 7:15-9:15pm Rehearsals take place in the Bowl’s Pavilion, Pencoed.

We are a friendly choir of mixed ages and abilities. New members warmly welcomed! Contact us on 0786 6810579 or email us at midglamorganmixedchoir@outlook. com MONKEY MUSIC. Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers aged from 3 months to 4 years. First class FREE. Thursday @ BCLC, Cefn Cribwr.

Please book before attending.

Other venues and days available.

Contact Emma 01656 649190, vale.

Bridgend@monkeymusic.co.uk, www.monkeymusic.co.uk 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.pyle-porthcawl-ps.co.uk SlimTONE SLIMMING CLASS, PortCAWL 10–11am at the Y Centre Porthcawl. Contact Marie on 01656 870339 for further information ZUMBA, PORTHCAWL 9.45am-10.45am at the Awel y Mor Community Centre. The fun filled Latin based dance workout with Hannah Bowen. Registered Exercise Professional/Official Zumba Instructor www.HannahBowen.

Zumba.com 07886 487853 Facebook - Porthcawl Fitness Classes.

Friday Messy Church @ Gilgal Baptist Church Woodland Avenue.

5-7pm on the last Friday of the month during term time, for ALL the family.

For more info email steve@ gilgalbaptistchurch.co.uk www. gilgalbaptistchurch.co.uk

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Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers aged from 3 months to 4 years. First class FREE. Friday @ Trinity Church, Porthcawl & Pencoed Welfare Hall, Pencoed.

Please book before attending.

Other venues and days available.

Contact Emma 01656 649190, vale.

Bridgend@monkeymusic.co.uk, www.monkeymusic.co.uk PORTHCAWL GYMNASTICS (TERM TIME ONLY) are now running their classes at The Community Sports Hall, Park Ave. Please email me for information on: porthcawl.gymnastics@gmail.com PORTHCAWL SHOUT FREE FORUM Free forum on first Friday of the month to express all your concerns with Porthcawl Shout - a non political voluntary organisation. @ Trinity Church, Porthcawl at 2pm.

Tel: 01656 786463.

Saturday BORE COFFI/COFFEE MORNING, PORTHCAWL @ Tabernacl New Hall, Fenton Place 10.30am–12pm.

1st Sat of the month. For Welsh learners and Welsh speakers to meet for a chat. A warm welcome to all – croeso cynnes i bawb 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

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, PORTHCAWL Age 3+ every Sunday, 11am–12 noon, in the schoolroom opposite the church on the Newton 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!

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Sunday Good News Kids’ Club, Porthcawl @ The Gospel Hall, Lias Road, Porthcawl ages 3yrs plus. Traditional Bible stories, songs, puzzles and craft activities to challenge and entertain children of all ages and ability. Join us Sundays 11.20 – 12.20, make friends and have fun. Helpers CRB checked. More information: ring Ruth on 786447.

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Sport Grommet Surf Camp In Pembrokeshire

Late May the parents of the Welsh Coast Surf Club embraced the gin colour waters of Pembrokeshire for a weekend of quality surf tuition, friendship, tranquil walks, and memory making. Greg and Simone Owen provided the impetus to draw us together and provided us with a wellplanned and executed weekend of relaxed surf tuition. The group stayed at the Stackpole outdoor learning centre. The time together provided days of sunshine, obligatory sand dune climbing and stunning photography provided by Pete Bounds (aka Mr Surfing Pembrokeshire). Pete also provided words of wisdom, especially as his group is dominating Welsh surfing at the moment. We learnt some lessons on the way and the Grom Club is slowly morphing into a group of happy little shredders with the trademark Welsh smile

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Cronje with bowling figures of 4-2–4-4 against Tata Steel which also included a hat trick! In the same game Ioan Clift made 16no.

Special mention must be given to Spencer Morgan who is also playing for Mid Glamorgan U10’s this season, well done Spencer.

He will be travelling around Wales this Summer playing against the best cricketers across the regions.

The Porthcawl Schools Cricket Competition is also at the half way stage and West Park are currently sitting at the top of the table with 4 wins from 4. West Park also won the Bridgend Schools Kwik Cricket Comp and will now compete in the Mid Glam Finals at the end of June. Nottage and Newton also reached the semi finals stage of this competition.

If you have a young boy are girl that would like to come and join us, our training nights are Friday’s from 6.00pm, please feel free come up and have a go.

For more information please contact John Edwards on 01656 771631 or Peter Downes on 01656 785505.

Mark Dixon

Porthcawl Athletic Association Need Your Help Can you help us, please? Porthcawl Athletic Association (PAA), a registered charity, needs community help to finish a project that has been in the planning for almost two decades.

If you have visited Locks Lane recently, you will have noticed that the old condemned building has now been replaced by a new multi-function facility that will be available for community use as well as being a base for the football club, which now incorporates the Porthcawl Boys and Girls Club, and the cricket club. These organisations form the PAA under the guardianship of seven trustees. We need your help to finish the process. You can help leave a legacy for future generations. A £100 donation will buy a brick and your name will be on a Board to mark your generosity .If you cannot afford a brick any donation would be most welcome and will be registered in a book of donations.

Contact John Cullen on 01656 772467 or John Edwards on 01656 771631. A form will be provided so that Gift Aid will add an extra 25% to your donation.

John Edwards Chairman (Porthcawl Athletic Association)

Tap It Out CC and giggle. Huge thanks to our coaches Sam Moore, Greg Owen and Peter Bounds. And massive thanks to our sponsors: Welsh Surfing Federation, No Limit Wetsuits, GHA - Greg Hill Architects Ltd, Rudi P-d Brick, Block and Rock and Josh Hockridge of Santa Cruz/ Double Overhead. Amazing to see the groms flying along!

Roll on the next one…

Porthcawl Cricket Club - Junior Section The season is now half way through and as of Mid June both the U11’s and U12’s have started well. The U11’s managed by Josh Aubrey have played 4. won 2, lost 2, with 2 games cancelled.

Notable performances from Shannon Jones, Luke Warren, James Crole and Charlie Ashpole. The U12’s, with John Edwards, have had a similar start to the season playing 3 games, winning 2, losing 1 and 2 cancelled. Impressing in the team were Isaac Seaside News | 52

A lot has been happening in the club during May. Firstly the CARTEN (Cardiff to Tenby) was well attended by club members.

It was rode into a very strong head wind all day; however this couldn’t stop Alex Lewis and Geoff McCann finishing in the top 5. Then it was the turn of James Pugh who finished third in the Herio Sportive in Carmarthen. Alex Thomas put the icing on the cake by winning the Welsh Road Race Championships riding in Onitsports race team. The club, with the help of Lel Howard, have now created a beginner group for those wishing to get into the sport and have little experience. The idea is that under the watchful eye of Lel they will learn basic riding and maintenance skills and to gain confidence to enable them to move to the regular rides the club holds. This group will ride under the name TAP IT OUT FREE WHEELERS. Any information on attending these rides please contact Lel on 07523 957754. All new members welcome so any questions please contact me on nickemorgan@ hotmail.co.uk. Stay safe and KEEP ON TAPPING. Nicky Morgan Deadline date is always the 15th of the month

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Porthcawl RFC Senior Presentation Evening

Young Athlete Runs London Mini Marathon

Porthcawl RFC held its annual presentation night last Saturday at South Road to celebrate a great season. The following presentations were made: Captain - Lloyd Long Coach - Rhys James Most Improved Leon McNally Rising Star Award - Jobe Owens Rising Star Award - Rhys Mortimer Players’ Player of the Year - Gareth Rees Player of the Year - Richard Hnyda (second year in a row) Clubman of the Year - Geoff Dower.

Photos by Tracey Williams

Bridgend athlete Nia Clatworthy was selected to represent Wales in the Virgin London mini marathon recently. Nia who runs for Bridgend Athletic Club was chosen amongst 5 other girls in the under 13 age group to run the last 3 miles of the London marathon. She thoroughly enjoyed the experience of this big event and hopes she can compete at this level again next year.

Porthcawl RFC Youth Presentation Evening

Southerndown & Ogmore Surf Report An average summer so far with no heat waves or big waves. This month there has been just the few days of glassy swell, early morning, with big high tides. On the turning tide each evening the onshore wind picked up and made the small swell that was running very poor for afternoon into evening surfs.I have enjoyed making a film for the riding stables at Ogmore by sea YouTube search ‘David Anthony Batten Ride on the Beach at Ogmore by sea’. I also captured some great film of Goosanders fishing in the Ogmore. These things a man must do while the surf is flat. The sea temperature is still a little bit chilly. The sands haven’t fully returned to the top of Southerndown Bay yet and there are two gaping mud patches in the pebble bank. I have never seen that before until these last few years. The wall on Southerndown cliff has been blasted away by storms also. Looking at old photos of Hardy’s Bay in Ogmore by sea, the sand is about 12ft lower than 20yrs ago. Its seems like our natural sea defences have been stripped away by over dredging of sand from the sandbar.

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Player of the Year: Jak Robbins Players Player: Jobe Owens Most Improved: Ollie Baker Nicholas Wintle Memorial Club Man Award: Ben Kent Photos by Martin Furness

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Hopefully by the time you read this our nippers will have competed at their first nipper carnival of the season down on Barry beach on the last Saturday of June.

Our nippers have had a slow start to the season with us unable to get a team together to attend the Mumbles nipper carnival.

This may be down to the continuing cold water temperatures, so we hope their enthusiasm to compete and have a fun day out on the beach will rise as the summer warms the sea.

The club’s juniors on the other hand are charging ahead with their training, putting in lots of effort in the sea and at the pool which has led to lots of competition for fast swim times in preparation for their upcoming lifeguard assessments.

We also have our junior carnival to look forward to on the 11th July at Coney Beach. This will involve a big effort from all club members to make it a successful, smooth running event.

For more information on the club and forthcoming events, including the round the bay swim, please visit our website at: porthcawlifeguards.co.uk Andrew Barnes Deadline date is always the 15th of the month

TIDE TIMES high tide: larger number (m)

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