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Dear Editor, We wanted to thank everyone who GET £30,000 TAR has given so generously and supported our aim to raise £30,000 to purchase a second caravan at Trecco Bay and donate it to Latch, the Welsh Childrens Cancer Charity. Any donations can be made through Just Giving Karavan 4 The Kidz, or contact us through our Karavan 4 The Kidz Facebook page or Emyr Owen branch of Latch page, here you’ll find more information about Latch and a list of different fundraising dates so you can get involved . Incredibly our running total has reached £23,000. Thank you again for ALL your kind donations and also thanks to The Christmas Morning Swim Committee, Adran ac Aelwyd yr Urdd, Leanne Crole and Shop for Charity, Jean, Peter Downes and their friends. If we could ask for one last drive we would be incredibly grateful, knowing that more children who have been diagnosed with the awful disease that cancer is, and their families will benefit from spending fun time together. Maybe you could participate in this upcoming bike ride or sponsor one of the riders? On 30th April, Dougy Burgess (07877 891954), Mike Sims (simms.m2@sky.com), Gary Walford and Lisa Hier are organising a cycle from Brecon to the Greenacres, where there will be a completion party. There will be transport and refreshments on route for the riders. It’s a £20 entry. If you would like more information on the ride or how to sponsor a rider please contact the guys above. We would love the local community to continually embrace this project and see what we can achieve together - we have been fortunate to have had some large donations, but please do not worry if you cannot raise too much; if everyone who read the Seaside News, donated even a pound; we’d have three caravans! Many thanks again for your amazing support. Karavan 4 the Kidz
Dear Editor, Thought you could use this photo of mine, for those who have not used the coastal path to see this gem and our fabulous coast views. Mwynhau (enjoy). Terry Rees, Porthcawl
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RE: TAI CHI NEWS ARTICLE (February issue, page 49) Dear Editor, I am a little perplexed on reading the above article in your February 2016 issue of Seaside News. Your writer state’s in the first paragraph that the claims of Tai Chi being beneficial for health has “no medical scrutiny”, but in the next paragraph goes on to say that the modern, shortened forms of the same moves are “periodically updated by medical experts”. This is contradictory to say the least. I have been practising Tai Chi for a number of years now and can assure you that there is documentation of studies carried out on the effect of Tai Chi on various medical conditions. Further more, I have been following this article for some time now and it seems to me that this is not so much a news letter on Tai Chi in general, but an advertisement for the writers’ own therapy program for his own purposes and not for the general interest in Tai Chi. Yours respectfully, Haydn James, Porthcawl
PORTHCAWL REGENERATION Dear Editor, At last progress is being made in the regeneration of Porthcawl thanks to the efforts of two private developers. One developer in the upgrading and reconstruction of the Jennings Building and the other consortium the Harbourside CIC in the construction of a new multi-purpose building on the land adjoining the harbour. It will be financed by coastal community fund inc, lottery and other organisations. BCBC’s only involvement will be providing the land for the new building so that there should be no problem with the progress of the project. The new multi-purpose building will house a swimming pool mainly for therapeutic purposes, sauna, gym, oxygen tank and accommodation for the sea cadets, surfers, coastal life centre, a large conference hall and other facilities. We are fortunate that the architect for this project is Stuart Bentley who is a native of Porthcawl and consequently well versed in the needs of Porthcawl. He is ably assisted by four hardworking colleagues in Mike Clarke, Mark Bryant, Claire Godfrey and Barrie Metcalfe. The two projects should be completed within the next two to three years. On completion of the multi-purpose building the five participating in this project should be honoured and acknowledged by the town council and public in appreciation of their sterling and tireless efforts in providing this special building for the benefit of the town. John Jenkins, Porthcawl
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Pupils at St Clare’s, Porthcawl were thrilled when Paul Canning from Wales Air Ambulance visited their special Prep and Senior school assemblies with WAA mascot Huw “Hems”. (We should explain that “HEMS” stands for Helicopter Emergency Medical Service)! Wales Air Ambulance is our national air ambulance charity, providing emergency air cover for those who face lifethreatening illness or injuries. Their dedicated aircrews are on standby for everyone, anywhere in Wales. Wales Air Ambulance’s motto is “Saving time, saving lives”. The charity relies entirely on charitable donations to keep the helicopters in the air for Wales, so St Clare’s pupils and staff raised almost £600 by wearing red to school and holding cake sales. The special visit was organised by Year 10 pupils who belong to the school branch of Rotary called Interact Club. Their chosen charity this year is Wales Air Ambulance. Liz Lougher, a senior teacher at St Clare’s said, “We’re really proud of our Interact Club pupils. They develop very useful life skills in being active members of the local community.” If you would like to find out more about how you can support the charity, go to http://walesairambulance.com/en/donate-towales-charity Simon Antwis Headmaster Picture captions: Wales Air Ambulance gets the thumbs up at St Clare’s
AFON Y FELIN NEWS We are so proud! After being placed in the Red Category of the National School Categorisation System last year, not only are we no longer Red, we have skipped the Amber Category altogether, and have now been judged to be a YELLOW school. This means we have been judged to be an Effective School with good learner outcomes. We also have a good understanding of performance and self-improvement. This has been made possible by the dedicated hard work of Ms Nicola Williams and our staff and governors. We celebrated our success by playing host to the Mayor of Bridgend, Cllr. Richard Young and his Mayoress Annette Young, along with Cllr. Huw David. They visited the classes, and answered the pupils’ questions. Our attendance has also increased, and is currently higher than the County’s average for last year. The ECO Committee and pupils are working towards gaining ECO Green Flag Status. AJ Pritchard Parent Governor
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SCHOOLS WHAT DID WE DO THIS TERM AT WEST PARK? Early Years Unit made Christingles and visited St David’s Church for a special service with Father Craig. They also had fun “Blinging Their Bikes!” Year 1 and 2 visited Cardiff for a wonderful day out to support their theme. They had a guided tour of the Castle and the Museum and were very well behaved. Mrs Lewis has been Walking Through the Bible with year 6. Year 6 attended a DT morning at Porthcawl Comprehensive and pupils have enjoyed regular English and Maths lessons with Year 7 teachers as part of the transition process. They enjoyed writing diaries about a Day in The Life of Tudors at Sea! Year 3 and 4 hosted a wonderful Tudor Festival for each other. They dressed for the occasion and produced goblets and decorations for a Tudor feast complete with Mead, Tudor biscuits and roast pork. Year 5 enjoyed discussing healthy eating and comparing their own diets with those of the Tudors. They also learned how to perform a flowing gymnastic sequence in PE. A special mention to Jessica who made the brave decision to cut off her hair to donate to the Princess Trust - how kind. Mr Bird Head Teacher
NOTTAGE PRIMARY NEWS With Easter fast approaching the school year is racing by! Once again the beginning of March saw eggs and incubator arrive in our Reception Class where the children witnessed the arrival of new life as the chicks slowly pecked from their shells. What an experience! During February the children were involved in fundraising for the NSPCC. The children took part in a sponsored fitness activity and raised in excess of £1300. A fantastic effort for a worthy cause! Year 6 have braved the weather and been put through their paces with an intensive cycling course. A big thank you to the instructors involved. Safety was the order of the day when the Fire Service came to Year 2 to teach the children about the dangers of fire in the home. Kerb-Craft for Year 2 also started after half term. Our Reception class were ornithologists during February and, in spite of the shocking weather, they took part in the ‘Big Schools’ birdwatch. K Townley Seaside News | 16
‘A’ STATUS IN CAPACITY TO IMPROVE As we approach our Spring term I am delighted to announce that Welsh Government have once again awarded Cynffig Comprehensive School ‘Yellow’ status in the National School Categorisation; the second highest category. This year we also celebrate category ‘A’ status in Capacity to Improve. We are justifiably proud of this achievement; it reflects our excellent results and our commitment to ensuring every student has the opportunity to succeed at our school. Year 8 pupils have enjoyed a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) activity ‘Athlete or Machine’. Pupils learned about the sport of Bob Skeleton and after extracting mathematical and technical knowledge, made a 1:5 scale model of a Bob Skeleton. A period of testing followed, involving measurement of input force compared to the length of travel of the scale models. Pupils impressed with informed answers to the question, ‘Is it the athlete or the machine?’ Congratulations to talented Year 9 pupil Lowri Thomas who has been selected as Vice Captain to represent Wales in the U14’s girl’s basketball tour to Malta. Pupils are busy preparing for Cynffig’s annual Eisteddfod. Everyone is invited to join us on Thursday 17th March for highlights of the competition at our Eisteddfod concert. Hannah Castle, Head Teacher Tel: 01656 740294
NEWTON PRIMARY SCHOOL It has been an exciting half term with many trips to enhance learning. Year 3 and 4 visited Red Hot Buffet in Cardiff to experiences tasting a range of foods from around the world as part of their topic ‘Global Gourmet’. Year 5 and 6 visited Cardiff Museum as part of their topic ‘Gallery’ where they looked at all the beautiful artwork. Newton Primary School has received a very positive inspection report, which rates both its current performance and prospects for improvements as ‘good’. Estyn inspectors reported “many pupils make good progress and achieve highly, as well as standards of wellbeing being good”. During their visit in November they found the quality of teaching to be good, as well as providing pupils with a wide range of interesting and engaging experiences. The school’s prospects for improvement are good because leaders work together well to provide purposeful direction and clear vision for the development of the school. Leaders and managers are also effective in ensuring high quality teaching and the sharing of good practice between staff. It was also noted that the school has a good track record of raising pupil performance. Rachel John Head Teacher
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when tragedy strikes, rumours and suspicion engulf the village, and the longstanding friendship between the Peterson and Mason families looks set to be torn apart. Did you know that Bridgend Libraries has over 3000 old photographs that you can access from our website. Please ask any member of staff to show you how to find and view photographs from the catalogue on our website. If you are used to using the catalogue then change format to PHOTOGRAPH and then tick view selected item. You will then need to click on the blue hyperlink click here to view image. See you soon All these books and many more are available from Bridgend Libraries, there are also books available in Large Print, on CD and online. We have Reading Groups for all ages, and will be running Celtic themed Storytime and Craft sessions on Saturday the 5th, 12th and 19th March and Easter Storytime and Craft on the 26th March at 2.30 for children aged 3-10. If you have a very young child to look after on a Tuesday, you would be very welcome at Bounce and Rhyme at 10am (term-time only). There will be an Easter Treasure Hunt for children (come anytime we are open) from the 21st- 26th excluding Good Friday. We will be shut on 25th and 27th March for the Easter Bank Holidays Happy Easter and hope to see you soon. Elaine Winstanley Porthcawl Library: Tel: 01656 754845 Email: porthcawl.library@awen-wales.com
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News COMING TOGETHER TO END MENTAL HEALTH STIGMA Did you know that one in four people will experience mental health issues at some point in their lives? No one should be afraid to talk about mental health or feel unable to start the conversations that will help them get the support that they need. That’s why Bridgend County Borough, Neath Port Talbot and Swansea councils have joined the ABMU Health Board to launch the ‘Time To Change Wales’ pledge. Raising awareness and encouraging supportive, understanding attitudes to mental health is a key priority for health and social care service providers. The pledge demonstrates that each organisation recognises the importance of supporting both employees and people who are struggling with mental health issues, and is accompanied by detailed action plans, which outline what practical steps we are taking to promote mental health and wellbeing. These can include offering counselling services for staff as well as courses and events designed to reduce stress or enhance personal wellbeing. Mental health issues touch the lives of thousands of people across Bridgend County Borough and the Western Bay region, and it is important to help raise awareness and show support. To find out, more visit www.timetochangewales.org.uk or pick up a self-help guide from www.selfhelpguides.ntw.nhs.uk/abmu Councillor Mel Nott OBE Leader of Bridgend County Borough Council Tel 01656 643643 www.bridgend.gov.uk
COUNCIL PRESSES PLAY ON NEW YOUTUBE CHANNEL Most people have smartphones, tablets or computers these days, and social media is playing an increasingly important role in how people are interacting with their local council. Bridgend County Borough Council already has well-used Facebook and Twitter pages in place. With more than 10,000 followers, they have proven to be especially useful when we are consulting over things like the budget or the recent proposals for changing how we handle future waste. Now we have a brand new YouTube channel where we can share videos with you about council and community news as well as information on local events. The YouTube channel already features a library of short films that range from a sneak peek at plans to bring the Jennings Building back into public use to footage from last month’s annual Holocaust Memorial Day event. We’re hoping that the channel will strengthen the council’s growing social media presence and provide residents with a fresh perspective on latest events and developments. To subscribe, simply visit YouTube and search for ‘BridgendCBC’. You can also like the council at www.facebook.com/bridgendcbc or follow @BridgendCBC on Twitter. Social media is putting councils at your fingertips, so come and visit us to find out more. Councillor Huw David Deputy Leader of Bridgend County Borough Council Tel 01656 643643 www.bridgend.gov.uk Seaside News | 24
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WHY THE SEASIDE IS SO IMPORTANT A NEW strategy to promote seaside resorts like Porthcawl and unlock their potential has been launched by Welsh Conservatives. Our aim is to boost small businesses in coastal resorts by extending business rate relief and improving access to finance. We also want to offer communities a right to bid for local assets like pubs that are important to the locality - this already happens in England. The council would also have to provide facilities to a minimum standard including toilets, disabled access and parking. Most importantly, we want to encourage organisations to apply for funding from the UK government’s Coastal Communities Fund, which the Welsh Government has dismally failed to promote. Many organisations will be unaware of its existence yet it could play a huge role in supporting projects that unlock the economic potential of our seaside. It is specially designed to help resorts became year-round destinations by supporting the tourism sector and sustaining the jobs within it. Porthcawl should be one of the places that benefits from the next round of funding. Lastly, we would abolish Visit Wales, which is embedded within Welsh Government, and replace it with an arms-length body to drive the tourist industry forward. SUZY DAVIES AM Welsh Conservative Party www.suzydavies.com
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GIVE YOUR BUSINESS IDEA A KICK-START If you are a budding entrepreneur with a great business idea, you might be interested in hearing about the ‘Kick-start’ grants, which are offered in partnership by Bridgend County Borough Council and UK Steel Enterprise. One local business that has swept to success with the help of a £1,000 grant is The Broomwagon Café in Porthcawl. The cycling-themed café, which gets its name from the vehicle that picks up stragglers at the back of a cycling race, opened in Station Hill recently. As well as serving teas, coffees, home-made cakes and light meals, the café also sells bike locks, track pumps, spare tubes and C02 canisters to help its customers get back to the peloton. As a keen leisure and commuting cyclist myself, I welcome this cafe’s contribution to the cycling scene. It is a fantastic feature of the newly regenerated Station Hill area and I’m pleased to see that it’s popular with non-cyclists too. The Broomwagon Café is another great example of why the KickStart Grant was put in place, giving start-up or new businesses a helping hand when developing their products and services. To find out more, please visit business.bridgend.gov.uk or call 01656 815313. Councillor Charles Smith Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Economic Development Tel 01656 643643 www.bridgend.gov.uk Deadline date is always the 15th of the month
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A SORRY STATE OF AFFAIRS The First Minister has demanded an apology over fair criticism of his government’s record on health – but the First Minister must apologise to the people of Wales. In December, over 26,000 people were waiting more than 36 weeks for treatment. The target waiting time from time of referral in England is 18 weeks - in Wales it’s 32. This simply isn’t good enough. His government has had 17 years to get it right – they have failed. They have apologised for taking their ‘eye off the ball’ on education and apologised for short-changing the public in Labour’s great land sell-off. Now it is time for another apology - to every patient whose life is on hold waiting for an operation and to our superb staff who want to get on with the job but whose work is hindered by chronic mismanagement. Until the First Minister has the courage to acknowledge that his party has run out of ideas and now exists in a default state of denial, we will not get this. The question of an apology would of course be dealt with conclusively by a full-scale public inquiry – but that is something his government would never countenance. Wales deserves better. Dr Altaf Hussain AM Welsh Conservative Assembly Member for South Wales West
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A Community Enterprise like ours is a bit like an iceberg – most of the work is below the surface, with many miles travelled for meetings with councils, bankers, funders and advisers. Our SeaQuest Coastal Science & Discovery events are one visible, interactive area of the project, with more events planned for March, including a talk on Whales, Dolphins and Porpoise at HiTide Inn, on 10th March at 7pm, and our Eggciting Easter Beach Discovery Hunt over the Easter holidays. Check our website for details: www.porthcawl-harbourside.co.uk It’s been an exciting time for the Harbourside team. We have recently issued tenders to: appoint company lawyers, instruct a blue chip project management company to manage the overall project and to appoint a design management team. We recently held an exhibition at The Y Centre, to liaise with the Porthcawl community and discuss our plans. We would like to thank everyone who came to see us, and for the fantastic encouragement and support from residents, Porthcawl Town Council, Civic Trust, Shout and Rotary. This has assisted us greatly in developing the proposals in final preparation for a full planning submission. The plans will be displayed at our next exhibition. Jayne Bowden
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With the recent mission to the International Space Station by British astronaut Tim Peake, Britain’s place in space has come to the fore of both the public and politicians minds. For some it is surprising to see that the UK even has a space role, despite the fact that between 2012 and 2013 the space industry contributed £5.1bn to UK GDP. Our current lack of launch facilities can be deceiving; the UK is heavily involved in all manner of space related projects. For example, the UK is taking the lead in developing the Mars rover for the European Space Agencies ‘ExoMars’ mission to Mars in 2018. Furthermore, the space industry represents a great opportunity for Britain in the future. The development of space planes could offer UK space industries a possible UK launch capability. There are plans to put a regulatory framework in place to facilitate the development of a working UK spaceport by 2018. The Space Innovation and Growth Strategy envisages a turnover of the UK space industry of £40bn by 2030. This represents a great opportunity for British business, but more importantly, this represents a great opportunity for budding scientists and engineers in the UK.
A recent debate in the National Assembly gave Plaid Cymru the opportunity to call on the Welsh Government to help establish fan zones across Wales for when the Euros are under way. What we are thinking of is something similar to the successful Cardiff Arms Park Fanzone during last year’s Rugby World Cup, which attracted more than 150,000 fans. This created a wonderful atmosphere and it was a huge success. Wales needs to build on that. Wales is taking part in the finals of a major football tournament for the first time since 1958, and the Welsh Government should be at the forefront of efforts to ensure as many fans can enjoy it as possible. I look forward to hearing the response from the minister, and any progress made so far. We believe that the Welsh Government needs to look at setting up fanzones not just in Cardiff, but in other areas of the country, such as Wrexham and Swansea – or anywhere there is a huge following for football. We need to bring the nation together.
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PROPOSED PRIMARY CARE FACILITY AT PORTHCAWL A number of my Porthcawl constituents have been asking me about progress on the proposed Primary Care Centre for Porthcawl. Since representatives from ABMU HB held their Public Exhibition on the 12th November 2015 in the town, a planning application by LSP Developments Ltd was received by Bridgend Council on the 24th November 2015. With the application lodged at the Council, there has been extensive consultation carried out on the proposal. I know that opinion is divided on the proposed Primary Care Centre and that many of you will have made your own views known. Alongside Porthcawl residents’ views, Natural Resources Wales, South Wales Police and Welsh Water have also responded to the consultation. A decision had been expected on the 20th January 2016 but the Planning Officer has asked for additional information. Once the additional information has been received a report will then be put together for Members of the Planning Committee who will decide this application. It is hoped that the planning application will be discussed by the Committee as early as the end of March but it will depend on whether there are any outstanding queries on the proposal. Carwyn Jones AM First Minister for Wales
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PRINCESS OF WALES: STAFF DEMORALISED Since my selection as a candidate for Bridgend, I have spoken with many nurses who work at the Princess of Wales Hospital. One of the concerns that was raised with me is the significant gap between the pay of regular staff and the pay of agency staff. I was told that in some instances nurses employed via agencies receive more than twice the hourly rate of permanent nurses employed by the Hospital, despite being of the same grade and level of experience. Agency staff are also paid additional expenses for transport, food and accommodation if they don’t live in Bridgend. Furthermore, the agencies that arrange the contracts charge separate fees. The nurses confided to me that it is demoralising to see the work of other nurses valued much more than their own work, despite being of the same quality. Moreover, they feel that agency nurses are a drag during each shift because the temporary nurses are not familiar with the patients and their case history, and as a result significant time is spent bringing them up to speed. We should start thinking long term about our NHS and minimise the use of agency contracts. George Jabbour Welsh Conservative
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It’s spring already and in Cefn, like so many other places, no one can make sense of the seasons! It only seems like last week that we were celebrating Christmas and the appearance of daffodils half way through that month! The Gwyrdd’s carol singing was a great success and the centre of the village contributed generously to Ty Hafan £240. Well it’s all been happening on the village. A planning application for six houses on Cot Green has been turned down thanks to the enthusiastic opposition of the villagers of the estate who obviously impressed the planning officer with their argument that the Green is of utmost importance to the area. The Gwyrdd has also contacted the Planning Department concerning development of the ambulance site. We are in favour of the development but have opposed the building of a six foot retaining wall and the positioning of five rotary clothes lines – overlooking the road - and on top of the bank which the Gwyrdd planted [see photo] with primroses and trees and which for thirty years we have tended. A meeting with the developer will hopefully see the removal of the lines and less of our primrose bank being removed. John Mason masoncj4@hotmail.com
We started back to the Porthcawl Stroke Club early just to just to see Layla perform. Layla is a young girl who is still in school at Porthcawl Comprehensive; whose talents are amazing! Not only does Layla sing with a voice of an angel, but plays the keyboard and clarinet as well. Layla comes from a very talented family, as her Father plays the guitar and sings also; her mother is often seen in many drama productions, as was her grandparents. A joint negotiation between The Porthcawl Stroke Club and the Princess of Wales Masonic Lodge Home; invited Layla and her dad to give their performance to residents of the home and Stroke club members. Both parties enjoyed the entertainment together in the main hall at the Masonic, which was a very successful venture. The individuals were all able to have pleasure and delight of watching Layla and her Dad perform. We wish this young lady every success in her future endeavors, as we are sure she will go far in life. Thank you Layla and Dad for lifting our spirits and making us go home in a cheerful mood. Barbara Matthews On behalf of the Porthcawl Stroke Club
BRIDGEND ROTARY RAMBLERS AT ABERAVON This month’s walk, organised by Rotarian Hopkin Joseph, met on Wednesday 20th January at Remos Restaurant on the Aberavon seafront. It was one of the few bright, dry and clear days of recent months so that eight Rotarians and a dog set out to enjoy the coastline. The ramblers set off westwards, initially along the promenade, then dropping down across a rock sea wall to the beach, which is one of the longest beaches in the area. The objective was to walk to the River Neath about one and a half miles away. Encouraged by the clear day and the view of most of East Swansea and Mumbles on the skyline ahead the Rotarians reached the River Neath in approximately one hour. The tide was low so that the River Neath was easily navigated. The return journey offered a different vista of Port Talbot breakwater, docks and cranes ahead. All participants experienced an enjoyable few hours in rare sunshine and then returned to Remos for a welcome drink and snack. The next monthly ‘Rotary Ramble with Hopkin’ is scheduled for 17th February. Gill Hale gillianrhale@hotmail.co.uk Seaside News | 28
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FEATURES GLAMORGAN FAMILY HISTORY Our monthly meeting on 21st March will welcome Mr John Ashley who will speak on Wills & Probate. The doors open at 7pm and the evening starts at 7.30pm. Light refreshments are available. All members and non-members are welcome to the evening. Our Research Centre in the Len Evans Centre, Aberkenfig, is open each Wednesday from 10.30am-3pm. Volunteer researchers are on hand to guide you in your search for ancestors Tel: 01656 728531 (Wednesday’s only). For more information see our website www.glamfhs.org.uk
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED 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 to 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, CF336ED. One to One Volunteer Be-friender 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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FEATURES SET YOUR SIGHTS ON A VOLUNTEER ROLE
Could you help a blind or partially sighted person to get out and about in Bridgend and Porthcawl - and boost your CV at the same time? Guide Dogs Cymru will be at Bridgend Recreation Centre on Friday 9th March, inviting people to train as sighted guides. The scheme, entitled My Guide, matches volunteers with people who are blind or partially sighted, to increase their mobility, confidence and independence. They take simple trips together, such as walking to the shops or a club. Identifying the right volunteer is vital, and care is taken to get the right match of personality and interests. Successful candidates receive specialist training in practical sighted guiding to enable them to form a successful, confident partnership. Steve Kersley, of Guide Dogs Cymru, said: “Volunteers say they get great satisfaction from helping a visually impaired person to become more mobile, and they learn new skills that they can apply in daily life. These transfer well to the workplace, and the qualifications can be added to a CV.” Would-be volunteers must be over 18. To find out more, visit Steve in the foyer of Bridgend Recreation Centre on 9th March between 11am-3pm. Alternatively, ring 07785 907728 or email Steve.Kersley@guidedogs.org.uk
THE NINTH PLANET In 1846, a French astronomer named Le Verrier worked out mathematically that another large planet was orbiting the Sun beyond the realms of Uranus, which had been discovered some 60 years previously. Soon afterwards, the planet Neptune was found exactly where Le Verrier said it would be. But the orbit of Neptune seemed to be affected by yet another planet farther out in the solar system. In 1930 the dwarf planet Pluto was found, yet it was far too small to have any effect on the orbits of other planets. Now astronomers have evidence of a giant planet having ten times the mass of Earth, orbiting the Sun at a distance of 20 times that of Neptune. This planet, tentatively called Planet Nine, takes between 10,000 and 20,000 years to complete one orbit, which is angled at 30 degrees to the other eight planets. It is undoubtedly the object which has been upsetting the orbits of Uranus and Neptune and proves that 19th century astronomers knew what they were talking about. Whoever is first to find it will be assured of a place in the history books for as long as humans exist. Clive Down Bridgend Astronomical Society
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PORTHCAWL TOWNSWOMENS GUILD NEWS A busy time since my last report. We had an excellent presentation from David Anderson on his ‘Alpine Outing’ with beautiful pictures of Switzerland. All our groups have been in action - craft, games and literary groups and our popular monthly luncheon at Beale’s this time. A successful coffee morning at the RAFA club raised money for Guild funds – always necessary to keep organisations going! Now we are looking forward to our 62nd birthday luncheon at the Grove Golf Club. This months meeting is on 9th March 2pm at All Saints Church Hall, when it will be our AGM. Visitors welcome - do come along and hear what this friendly Guild has been doing over the past year! Dorothy Thomas Tel: 01656 772157
AIR CADETS CELEBRATE 75TH ANNIVERSARY Bridgend Squadron RAF Air Cadets celebrated the 75th Anniversary of the Air Cadet Organisation by hosting the first ATC Sunday Service seen in Bridgend and surrounding areas for over 25 years. The ATC Sunday Service, was held at Bridgend United Church and led by Squadron Chaplain Rev Rachel Wheeler. The Mayor of Bridgend Town, Cllr White, Deputy Mayor of Bridgend County Borough, Cllr Jenkins attended the service on Sunday 7th February. This has always been an important tradition within the Air Cadets, and on the 75th Anniversary it was a good time to restart the tradition within No3 Welsh Wing, our cadets were immaculately turned out representing the Squadron with pride. The Squadron Parades on Tuesday & Friday Evenings in Coity. It allows young men and women aged between 12-18 the opportunity to participate in activities such as; Flying, Duke of Edinburgh, Leadership and it also develops their skills for use in military or civilian life, it is recruiting cadets aged between 12 (in Year 8) to 17, and recruiting adult staff to volunteer and enhance the opportunities for the cadets. For more information on the Air Cadets or to enquire about joining get in touch via email: oc.1092@aircadets.org, or call 07817 402310. Georgia Tandy
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PORTHCAWL INNER WHEEL NEWS On Wednesday 20th January the Porthcawl Inner Wheel Club hosted a Quiz Night between the Porthcawl Rotary Club and the Porthcawl Inner Wheel Club. The event was held in the Grove Golf Club at 7pm. Members had a most enjoyable meal before the quiz began. Rotarian Sandra Townsend was the chairman for the evening. President Mary Emment-Lewis led the Inner Wheel team and Rotarian President Jeffrey Perren led the opposing Rotarian team. After a series of challenging questions the Rotarians were the worthy winners. The quiz was well attended by members from both clubs, and was a very entertaining evening. A Coffee Morning is planned to take place on 15th April in Trinity Church Hall. On 25th May the Porthcawl Inner Wheel Club is holding an Inter Club in the Hi Tide. This will take the form of a Fashion Show to which representatives from all the Clubs in the District will be invited. Eileen Thomas Club Correspondent
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NEWS FROM THE TALBOT The Management Committee met recently to plan their fundraising diary for 2016. We plan to hold several events during the year, including social evenings, day trips, theatre trips, and a weekend trip in November, which takes us up to Christmas yet again! We are working on the final details and more information will be soon available. Easter is fast approaching, and we will be celebrating by having an Easter bonnet parade, with members attending lunch on Good Friday, in their hand-made bonnets, hoping to win an Easter egg or two. We have received many generous donations of late; we have started buying equipment for the new kitchen, to be named ‘Cegin Rees’ (Cegin is Welsh for kitchen!) We are only months away from completion – our cook Julie and her kitchen team are keen to move in. However our work will not be over when Cegin Rees is complete, because we intend renovating the current kitchen so that it can be used for birthday parties, seminars or weekly groups who look forward to a cuppa during their class. For more information contact: Cheryl on 01656 749754 Email: talbotcc@tiscali.co.uk Website: www.talbotcc.co.uk Cheryl Butcher
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FEATURES LIFE WITH PORTHCAWL LIONS
It seems a while ago now, but the Porthcawl Lions Burns’ Night at the Hi-Tide was a great success with everyone enjoying a celebration dinner that included cock-a-leekie soup, haggis and cranachan followed by Scottish songs and dances. The evening raised money for Porthcawl Museum and Action for Children as well as Porthcawl Lions charities. Hopefully, book sales in John Street and car boot sales at Porthcawl Rugby Club will be starting soon (weather permitting), so do keep a look out for more information in the local press or on posters over the next few weeks. Porthcawl Lions are also busy organising the May Fayre in All Saints Church on Monday 2nd May, the Golf Day at the Grove Golf Club on Friday 3rd June, and the Vintage Fair/Classic Car Rally on Saturday 6th August. Anyone who would like a stall at either fair (£10) please contact Gloria (May Fayre) or Aileen (Vintage Fair) via Porthcawl Lions website. Organisers of the Golf Day are looking for teams of 4 - male, female or mixed, or for sponsors (£50 a hole). Finally, don’t forget to buy your May Fayre raffle tickets, which will be on sale at various venues around town soon. Anyone interested in finding out more about Porthcawl Lions or helping their work please visit: porthcawllions.org.uk John Cosson
HOW TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO SOMEONE’S DAY Imagine going days or weeks without seeing somebody or not being able to get out of the house? An hour of your time to visit someone or help them participate in community activities can make a huge difference to their day. The Big Lottery funded Community Companions befriending scheme for over 50s is looking for volunteer drivers and voluntary befrienders especially in Porthcawl, North Cornelly, Kenfig Hill and Pyle. Led by Bridgend Association of Voluntary Organisations (BAVO) and delivered by BAVO and its partners, the project is free of charge, confidential and non-judgemental, providing volunteer befrienders and community cafés for socially isolated people aged over 50 throughout Bridgend County Borough. By becoming a volunteer driver or befriender you can experience first hand the difference that you can make to people’s lives. You can help older people meet others, improve their access to local services and improve their overall health and wellbeing. For further details call BAVO on 01656 810400 or email: bavo@ bavo.org.uk Jane Savile - BAVO Seaside News | 32
THOUGHT FOR THE MONTH One of the first lessons taught at Sunday School is that God loves us all; although many of us will always struggle to comprehend exactly what that means. When I reflect on the times that I have most strongly felt God’s presence in my life, there is almost always another person associated with that experience. Whether it was a close friend, a relative, a stranger; God has usually used other people to communicate his unconditional love to me. Despite this, I still sometimes struggle to understand that level of love. It has no limitations and no requirements; it cannot be earned or lost, it simply is and will always be. That seems impossible to imagine, because there isn’t anything even close that we can compare it with. We can spend our whole lives waiting for our burning bush, but I think we are much better off seeking God in the love freely given by our friends, family, and strangers. I encourage you to search for signs of God’s love in the people you encounter today and to be open to experiencing the fullness of God. Rev Lewis Rees Minister to Nottage General Baptist & Unitarian Chapel
FRIENDS OF TY ELIS Are you a lady who likes to lunch? Why not join us and also treat the ‘Mum’ in your life to a lovely gift (Mother’s Day Sunday 6th March) Come long and join the friends of Ty Elis. We have a Ladies Lunch Saturday March 5th at the Grove Golf Club. Porthcawl. Tickets £20 includes 2 course lunch and guest speaker Jayne James. We also have boutique shopping - local crafts and treats will be on sale. Tickets available from Ty Elis reception 01656 786 486. Ffion running - Barcelona Marathon March 13th. Would you like to support Ffion Greenfield (nee White) who is running for Ty Elis? Although no longer living in Porthcawl, Ffion has kindly offered to run for our charity in the Barcelona Marathon. Sponsorship forms available from: Ty Elis on 01656 786 486 or www.tyelis.org.uk
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WOMEN’S INSTITUTE KENFIG WI Sadly on Monday 1st February Kenfig WI held their last meeting at Cornelly Methodist Church. Despite every effort during the past 12 months, the institute has been unable to form a committee and therefore the decision was taken to suspend membership. Kenfig WI was established in 1932 and since that time has progressed as an energetic and successful group. Many lasting friendships have been formed and members have, through the years, engaged in numerous activities, functions and trips as well as contributing positively to the community. We take this opportunity of conveying our thanks to all past members, Local Council and friends in the community for their contribution and support in enabling our institute to thrive successfully. In addition we offer our good wishes for future success to our link institutes of Newton, Porthcawl and Sker. Finally, in hopeful anticipation, if anyone in the community feels able to commit to reforming the Institute please contact Glamorgan Federation of Women’s Institutes who will offer help an advice. Pam Redmond
NEWTON WI Our president, Pearl Mason, opened our February meeting. Lots of exciting news from Federation House on events planned for 2016. The speaker for the evening was Clare Revera, who spoke on ‘Working with Willows’. Clare is based in Ogmore by Sea - with workshops held at Ewenny. Willow is a very versatile material, sorced mainly from the Willow fields in Somerset. With Clare’s expert guidance we endeavoured to make a simple Bird Feeder with great concentration and much laughter, a small amount of success was achieved. It was a most enjoyable evening. Shrove Tuesday - our pancake morning - where as usual, lots of lovely pancakes expertly cooked by Shirley and Anna. The game of ‘Tossing the Pancake’ this year was won by Glenys Griffiths, with the wooden spoon going to Betty Metcalf. Our Craft Group were invited to take afternoon tea on Ward 18 POW as a thank you token from the staff for the WI’s kindness in making tactile craft items for help and comfort in their patients long term care. Well done ladies. For more information on Newton WI Please ring Pearl on 01656 772657. M Freeman
SKER WI – SUPPORTING ACWW On 8th February, members of Sker WI met up for the first charity event of 2016. The event was organised to raise funds to support Associated Country Women of the World (ACWW). ACWW is an international charity affiliated to the National Federation of Women’s Institutes (NFWI), the aim of which is to raise the standard of living of rural women and families through education, training and community development programmes. The NFWI supports the work of ACWW via fund raising and raising awareness of the charity. On the night, members and guests enjoyed an evening of fun Seaside News | 34
and music provided by local entertainment group ‘Golden Oldies’. There were also pancakes, tea and coffee during the interval. There was also a raffle and a sale of handmade greetings cards supplied by the craft group. ACWW representative, Novello Peters, thanked Sker WI for an enjoyable evening and gave thanks for their fund raising efforts. President Nora Williams brought the evening to a close and everyone agreed that it had been an enjoyable event in aid of a worthy cause. Christine Beynon
MYNYDD CYNFFIG WI We recently held our February meeting in the Talbot Centre Kenfig Hill. We had a good turnout of members considering the weather. Vice president Christine chaired the meeting, with minutes read by Enid our secretary. The number of members is constant but new members always welcome and we will be pleased to see you. We are looking to book a day out in the summer to the WI’s Collage Denman, Several of our new members have not been there, myself included, and if we can arrange it, it should be very interesting. Our walking group had their first walk this month where we all braved the weather to Pink Bay and arrived back windswept but invigorated. WI business over, we were entertained by Mrs Joyce James whose topic was Nursery Rhymes. She opened our eyes to the meaning of them - they were not children’s little ditties as first thought, but were the satire of the time and some of the meanings were quite suprising. The talk was enlightening and next month’s speaker, Mrs Tipper, whose topic Magistrates Courts, will have a hard time following it, but I am sure she will rise to the challenge. Tea and biscuits all round, and once more a successful meeting. Christine Callaghan
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LALESTON WI NEWS Vice President Barbara Rees took our February meeting. The minutes of our previous meeting were read and agreed. Barbara informed members that our President, Margaret Aylen, was doing well and has returned home to continue her recuperation. Future plans were announced for an educational trip to Llanelli House in April or May and a summer trip to Tyntesfield - a National Trust property near Bristol, in August. Our annual lunch will be at Blanco’s, Port Talbot on 8th March - further details at next month’s meeting. Barbara introduced our speaker Joyce James - who gave us a lovely talk on the life of Richard Burton. A vote of thanks was given by Christine Rees. The raffle was won by Bronwen Davies and the competition won by Christine Rees. The next meeting will be held on 3rd March at 7.15pm in Blandy Hall (Laleston Gardening Club). Our guest speaker will be Tom Phelps, who will read poems about Valley Life. Our competition will be ‘Welsh Memorabilia’. For further information call Diane on 01656 656600 DS Dawn Storie
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I’m one of two volunteer Ambassadors for the British Trust for Ornithology’s (BTO) Garden BirdWatch (GBW) Scheme in South Wales. House Martins arrive to breed in April/May, having migrated from Africa. You may see them gathering mud on the ground to build or repair their nest (often built under the eaves of a house), which takes around ten days to complete and is made up of between 700 and 1,500 individual mud pellets. In flight look out for a blueblack back, and a white rump and underside; the forked tail is short and lacks a Swallow’s streamers. There has been a steady long-term decline, so please do not prevent them nesting on your house. Starting next month, the BTO is running a survey to examine the timing of nesting, number of nesting attempts and the behaviour of breeding House Martins. If House Martins nest on your home, or you could easily and regularly view a nest elsewhere, please help with this special survey. To register your interest and more information, please visit http://www.bto.org/ volunteer-surveys/house-martin-survey. Alternatively you can contact the BTO directly (01842 750050 or info@bto.org). Amanda Skull: 07952 758293 gbw@hiafi.co.uk www.bto.org/gbw Follow me on Twitter @amanda_skull
March is the beginning of the busy season in the garden, the job list lengthening along with the daylight! Now that spring has arrived, with the weather hopefully a bit milder, the slugs have arrived with it! They love the lush new growth and tender new shoots, so zap them when you can (it’s funny, snails are only slugs with houses on their backs but somehow seems a lot nicer!) It’s time to start cutting the lawn again (oh joy!) Keep the blades high for the first few cuts, and don’t leave the clippings on the lawn so that the air and rain can penetrate the turf. It’s a good idea to cover intended seed beds in plastic to increase the temperature of the soil; as soon as it reaches 6C you can plant seeds directly outside. Sweet peas and broad beans can be sown first. Did you know - Up to 49% of the world’s bluebells grow in the UK, but completely absent from the Orkney and Shetland Isles! Folklore says that if you can turn a bluebell flower inside out without tearing it you will eventually win the one you love (watch out George Clooney – I’m practising!). Happy Gardening! Chris Early
WHAT TO DO WITH YOUR GARDEN We have probably all been noticing our gardens more over the last few weeks as we get the occasional sunny day and thoughts may have lead us to how to we want the garden to look this year? This could be anything from a tidy up to a complete overhaul of the garden with new landscaping features and redesign. There are so many options available to suit every garden type, aspect and size so its worth seeking the advice of a professional to understand what your garden can offer you. This may be anything from a low maintenance garden with little future input required, a wildlife friendly garden or a contemporary space for the whole family. Ecogreen can help you with these decisions and provides a complete design and build service. We are City & Guilds qualified and are a professional member of The Chartered Institute of Horticulture. For pictures of our previous work and testimonials please visit our website or Facebook page which can be found on our advert on page 9. Pete ecogreengardens Seaside News | 42
LALESTON GARDENING CLUB Planting can begin when conditions improve. If you don’t have rhubarb in your garden give it a try. Rhubarb like a well-drained site and they are heavy-feeders, they like a compost mix, with rotted manure. Insects and diseases won’t bother rhubarb plants as long as you keep them weed free. Rhubarb is a perennial vegetable, though it is generally used as a fruit in desserts and jams. You only eat the stalks, which have a rich tart flavour. The leaves of this plant are poisonous, so be sure that they are not ingested. Rhubarb is easy to grow, but needs cool weather to thrive. Rhubarb, originally known as Rhacoma root, was brought to Europe from Asia by Marco Polo in the 13th century. At the club, the newly renovated store shed/ members shop, opened on 30th January. Everything is now on the flat, no more steep stairs to climb! We will have an official opening on 5th March where members will have FREE cakes and coffee, as a thank you for all the fundraising, raffles, and general support shown during this past year. Next lecture March 14th: A Gardening Miscellany Chris Gwilym. Gwen Bradford
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Health IN GOOD HANDS AT THE NUFFIELD Many conditions can affect our hands, wrists and elbows. A Welsh Consultant Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon working with Nuffield Health Cardiff & Vale Hospitals, Mr Andrew Rogers, provides a very safe pair of hands to treat these ailments. Between his NHS and private practice, Mr Rogers treats over 1500 patients every year with a variety of elbow, hand and wrist conditions. One of these, where the fingers become bent, called Dupuytren’s disease, now has a nonsurgical option which may be suitable for 30-40% of patients. The recently developed treatment uses a powerful enzyme collagenase to weaken the cords that are bending the fingers, then the fingers are manipulated straight 24 hours later under local anaesthetic. This can be a good option for less severe cases and where people prefer not to have surgery. In the elbow, he treats degenerative conditions such as golfers and tennis elbow and osteoarthritis, plus fractures, dislocations and ligament injuries. Mr Rogers comments, “The age range of my patients can vary from very young children to the elderly patients into the 90’s. Each group has their own goals but perhaps the most demanding are the professional/ international athletes who require a rapid return to sport following their injuries.” Sarah Hussain Photo: Specialist Hand Surgeon Mr Andrew Rogers at Nuffield Health Cardiff & Vale Hospitals
THICKENED NAILS Thickened nails, a common nail condition, can cause the nails to become unsightly, discoloured, crumbly and often very difficult to cut. Many do not seek professional advice as they become embarrassed about their appearance. COMMON CAUSES Fungal Nail - A fungal nail infection is one of the most common causes of thickened nails. This can often be detected by the nail turning a yellow or brown colour before it begins to thicken. Ill-fitting Footwear - Major trauma to the nail can be caused by repetitive, long-term pressure from shoes that are either too small or too narrow over the toes. Psoriasis - People suffering with this long-term condition are also prone to nail psoriasis. This has similar effects where the nail can become pitted and discoloured. TREATMENTS Effective treatment for thickened nails is dependent on the underlying cause. * Ensure that nails are cut and filed regularly, carefully reducing the thickness of the nail. If you do not feel comfortable doing this yourself, contact a Foot Health Professional. * Reduce further pressure by replacing ill-fitting footwear. * Seek treatment for fungal nail infections from your GP or Foot Health Professional. Lee Giles First Choice Footcare 07815 848339
BONIROB – A SUBSTITUTE FOR HERBICIDES? Bosch has developed a weedkilling robot called BoniRob! It is able to learn what weeds look like and quickly navigate through fields stamping down smaller weeds and getting rid of the larger ones. This new development could end the need for herbicide use, eliminating the dangers of herbicide toxicity. The world’s number one herbicide is Monsanto’s Roundup, which is sprayed liberally on most GM crops and even some non-GM crops such as cereals, oilseed rape, sunflowers and many more, contains glyphosate. This is a highly toxic chemical and has been classified by the International Agency for Research on Cancer as a “possible carcinogen”. It is also know to have a toxic affect on mammal hearts and is not something everyone feels comfortable being used in the food chain. The BoniRob is already being tested on farms and although there are some improvements still to be made this really could be the future of farming without the use of dangerous herbicides such as Roundup. Taken from www.anhinternational.org Supplied by Glyn Hardwicke
LOOKING AFTER YOUR DENTURES & MOUTH Here at Denture Design Centre we are aware that many people are incorrectly looking after their dentures. In most cases this is not the fault of the patient but the lack of information supplied to them. Here are a few tips to help: Cleaning - We always advise cleaning dentures with denture cream and a soft brush, not abrasive toothpaste that can scratch and damage the dentures. We never recommend soaking dentures in solutions that contain bleach, as this can discolour and weaken them. Brushing - This should be done whether you have all your teeth or none. Brushing your gums will increase blood supply to them, keeping them healthy and allowing your dentures to fit for longer. Removing dentures at night - This is advised but not always possible. If it’s uncomfortable leave them in. If removed, place in a glass of water. Regular Check-ups - These are still important even if you have no teeth, to make sure your gums stay healthy. This can be done with us. If you still have remaining teeth you will need to see a dentist. Repairs - Never try to repair them yourself. Take them to a dental technician or dentist to be repaired. For more information visit: www.denturedesigncentre.co.uk Or call us on 01656 767806 Matthew Thomas
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Arts BRIDGEND MALE CHOIR UPDATE
After entertaining a sell-out Principality Stadium at the Wales v France Six Nations Rugby Match, choristers of the Bridgend Male Choir now celebrate the launch of its latest CD, “# Sounds Like’ on St David’s Day. The first CD release since, ‘Classic Male’ six years ago, the new content represents much of the Choir’s current repertoire. There is great variety with songs from opera, stage, popular hymns & test pieces from its Llangollen Eisteddfod success showing the Choir’s versatility. The CD can be purchased at Porters Estate Agents, Nolton Street, Bridgend, from any chorister, or the Choir’s website www.bridgendmalechoir.co.uk at a cost of £8.99. It will also be available at all Choir engagements, the next of which is at 7pm on Friday 11th March. This is the occasion of the St John’s Trust ‘Three Choirs Concert’, raising much needed funds for its restoration & preservation work at its Newcastle Hill base. Joining BMC at St Mary’s Catholic Church on Ewenny Road will be the high quality singers of Pontyclun based, Vocelle Ladies, plus the Children’s Choir of Oldcastle School, which will have a few topical surprises. This Concert gets better every year & a treat is in store. Tickets available from BMC Choir Secretary, Gareth Reese Tel: 07773 170373 or at the Church before the Concert start. David T Burt, Media Officer
AHNUH VALENTINE IN THE WICKED LADY 20 year old Bridgend singer and songwriter Ahnuh Valentine set to play in The Wicked Lady on Easter Sunday. Ahnuh will start her performance at 8pm and her set will include something for everyone, with hits from Rod Stewart, Amy Winehouse, Dolly Parton, Guns N Roses, Michael Jackson and many more. Come down and support a local artist at a great local venue on Park Street, Bridgend. Ahnuh has previously performed at the 02 Arena London, Sub 89 Reading, The Coal Exchange Cardiff, The Phoenix Oxford Circus, Cardiff City Stadium and many other venues. Ahnuh recently performed in Dublin in the Skylon Hotel in February when the Wales Vs Ireland match was being held and stormed the crowd with her rendition of Calon Lan. Further information can be found on Ahnuh’s website www.ahnuhvalentine.com as well as live videos of covers and originals. Seaside News | 46
COR BRO OGWR - MAINLY MOZART Our Spring concert this year celebrates some of the best known Mozart works. The Requiem Mass, left uncompleted at his death in 1791and then finished by one of his students, Franz Sussmayer, is a favourite with choirs and audiences alike. Four soloists and an orchestra join the choir in giving the work the fullness it calls for. Two more favourites follow; Laudate Dominum and Ave Verum Corpus. Finally, a change of pace as we sing Haydn’s Te Deum, a gallop of music that leaves every choir breathless by the end. Youtube has a version getting through it in 8 minutes 6 seconds....we haven’t timed ourselves yet! The concert will take place in All Saints’ Church, Porthcawl, at 7pm ( note early start ) on Saturday April 9th. Tickets £10 at the door or tel. 01656 653326 website cor-bro-ogwr.com Dominique Spearey
THE ACOUSTIC CLUB @ THE STAGE DOOR We kick off this year’s events on Wednesday 16th March at 8pm with the fabulous Woody Pines with his down home swing from the back roads of America. Check him out at https:// www.facebook.com/woodypines or on his website. For more information please contact the Grand Pavilion Box Office on 01656 815995. We would like to take this opportunity to thank you all for supporting us, and helping to keep music live. Looking forward to seeing you there. Lin Williams
STAG’S WORLD OF ROCK I’m really glad to see the back of the last couple of months, what with the bad weather and the deaths of some of our top rock stars! However, it was good to meet up with my long-time song-writing partner Daley B Williams. Dale was in Wales doing a few solo shows. There’s been a lot of speculation on social media over the years that our friendship is akin to the Gallagher brothers’ dislike for each other, but we’ve always been close mates! I know Dale would like to get Secret Army back on tour but with him living in the Czech Republic and Ryan, our original drummer, gigging all over the world, it sadly won’t happen. The Seagull (Rest Bay) is having music once a month on a Saturday, featuring the best local bands including The Guzzards, Side Effects, Lounge Lizards and Cover Sluts. Well done, Nicky! Top DJ and drummer Jamie Paul is in action every Thursday at The Bay in Porthcawl – go and check it out, he’s an under-rated talent and a clever and funny guy behind the mike! If you have any music news, or want your CD reviewed, call me on the bat phone! Stag Marks 07549 728356 Photo: Top musician Dale B Williams
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Arts A FILM MAKER’S POINT OF VIEW Recent news about job losses at the steelworks in Port Talbot, and fears for its long-term future, made me think about the time in 1998 that I was shooting my local history film ‘A History of Port Talbot’ and was given an opportunity to film in various parts of the works, which was then owned by Corus. Accompanied by the head of public relations, I set my camera up by the blast furnaces, coke ovens and deepwater harbour where iron ore was being discharged from a large ore-carrier, and we went up on one of the cranes to get a shot looking down into the ship’s hold. We squeezed ourselves, and my camera gear, into a tiny lift and next thing we were edging our way along a narrow walkway on the arm of the crane, which was frankly a terrifying experience. Having got the camera into position and carefully lined up the shot, I switched the motor on and… the camera jammed! It’s something that rarely happens, but it had to happen there! All the other scenes came out perfectly, and now I realise how important it is to photograph things that we take for granted. They won’t be there forever. Anthony Hontoir Downwood Film Productions 07510 934299 Photo: Anthony Hontoir with Eclair camera (the one that jammed!)
PYLE & PORTHCAWL PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY We have had some great presentations this month, including a wildlife talk from Mike Cullis. We also held Club Competition Two, which is split into two sections Prints and Digital Images, with a trophy for each. Members could enter two images into each competition. Jenny Hibbert judged both competitions, and not only awarded the points, but also provided an excellent critique on each image. The Print Section winner with 20 points was ‘Lost’ by David Jones. Two prints had 19 points by Geoffrey Baker and Richard Craze. There were also two prints with 18 points by Martyn Derbyshire and Jeff Evans. The Digital Section winner with 20 points was ‘Take that!’ by Richard Jenkins. Four images had 19 points by David Jones, Philip Harrowing and two from Geoffrey Baker. There were also four images with 18 points by John Corcoran, Susan Davies and two from Richard Craze. Congratulations to David and Richard for winning the competitions and a big thank you to all who participated for making it such an interesting and entertaining evening. Our programme is available at www.pyle-porthcawl-ps.co.uk. We welcome new members of all ages and skill levels, so if you have an interest in photography, join us on Thursday evenings at 7:30 in the Glamorgan Holiday Hotel. Glyn Edmunds Seaside News | 48
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Wednesday March 23rd 11am Traditional service
Good Friday March 25th 10am
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10.30am Celebration service 6pm Evening service We will be holding a March of Witness on Good Friday 11am from Gilgal down to the bandstand. This is to remind us all of the real meaning of Easter, not eggs, bunnies or an extra day off, as lovely as those are! but the life death and resurrection of the Lord Jesus christ.
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Monday 29th February – Sunday 13th March
FEEL GOOD BREAKFAST & FAIRTRADE FORTNIGHT AT SUSSED Get your hands on Fairtrade freebies and also enjoy our oneday Feel Good Fairtrade Breakfast during Fairtrade Fortnight at Sussed, 4-5 James Street, Porthcawl. From decadent chocolate and delicious coffee to zesty juices, we will have a range of ethical treats and goodies for you to sample throughout the entire fortnight. It’s the tastiest way to give global farmers your support! Sustainable Wales, 4-5 James Street, Porthcawl, CF36 3BG. 01656 783962 www.sussedwales.com Friday 4th March
ST DAVID’S DAY COFFEE MORNING, PORTHCAWL Porthcawl Museum is holding a St David’s Day coffee morning at the Y Centre, John Street, Porthcawl, 10.30am-12.00midday. Come along and enjoy good company and homemade Welsh cakes with your tea or coffee. £1.50 at the door. There will also be a raffle, tombola and quiz. Tuesday 8th March
AFTERNOON TEA AT THE HERONSTON HOTEL, BRIDGEND The 8th March is International Womens’ Day and Bridgend Soroptimists are holding an Afternoon Tea at The Heronston Hotel, Bridgend to mark the occasion. Come along and join us hear our guest speaker Barbara Wilding CBE, QPM – former Chief Constable South Wales Police and former High Sheriff Mid Glamorgan. Starts at 3.30pm, £10/head. Proceeds go to Barnardo’s. Everyone welcome – Pay at door. For more information contact Secretary Chris 01656 658678. Friday 11th March
AN EVENING OF WELSH ENTERTAINMENT Once again, we are holding a charity event at the Green Hall, Cefn Cribwr. This will be an Evening of Welsh Entertainment comprising: Pupils from Cefn Cribwr Primary School; Porthcawl Choral Society; Angharad Edwards, Professional Harpist; The Old Newtonians Handbell Ringers and The Dawnswyr Gwerin Penyfai. The event will start at 7pm. Doors will open at 6.30pm and you are very welcome to bring your own refreshments. We shall be holding a raffle. Tickets £5, concessions £4. All profits from the evening will be donated to the Sandville Self Help Centre in Kenfig. Sunday 13th March
TABERNACL MUSIC SOCIETY SPRING CONCERT, BRIDGEND Tabernacl Music Society’s next concert will start at 7.00pm at Tabernacl Chapel, Derwen Road, Bridgend. The program will consist of two well-loved choral works, the Faure ‘Requiem’ and Rutter’s ‘Requiem’ plus the two equally popular versions of ‘Ave Verum Corpus’ by Mozart and Elgar. The choir, conducted by Matthew Nash and accompanied on the organ by Glenn Crooks, Seaside News | 50
will be joined by soprano soloist, Emma Laidlaw-Height, who will also perform some solo items. Tickets: £10 (students £5). Available from choir members, at the door or contact 07974 765578 for further details. Monday 14th March
WELSH TALKS ABOUT WELSH HISTORY Are you interested in history? If so come along to an evening with Dr. Donald Williams. The evening will focus on the Doctors of Myddfai. Everyone is welcome to attend. The evening will be held at Tondu Cricket Club starting at 7.30pm. Wednesday 16th March
THE ACOUSTIC CLUB PRESENTS WOODY PINES, PORTHCAWL @ 8pm - Woody Pines plays at The Stage Door, Grand Pavilion, Porthcawl. Contact the Grand Pavilion on 01656 815995. Wednesday 16th March
FLOWER DEMONSTRATION, PORTHCAWL Presented by Porthcawl Floral Arrangement Society @ Awel-yMor, 7.30pm. A Flower Demonstration entitled ‘Feeling Fruity’ given by Ruth Milton-Jones. Doors open 6.30pm. Everyone warmly welcomed. Saturday 2nd April
BUCKANEERS PRESENT PORTHCAWL ROCK CLUB, PORTHCAWL @ The Hi Tide Inn, 7.30pm. Tickets £10 (including a meal). Please contact Kerry Marlow on marlowk@sky.com Or visit Christmas Swim or Carnival Facebook page. Please come and support the Carnival and Christmas Swim. Tuesday 5th April (until 2nd May)
ART EXHIBITION BY PETER MILLIS, ST. DONATS At St. Donats Arts Centre display of colourful, vibrant, modern paintings by Porthcawl artist. Admission free with gallery open weekdays 10am to 4pm and weekends check with BOX OFFICE 01466 799100. St. Donats Castle, CF61 1WF. Further information please tel. Peter 01656 784445. Saturday 16th April
FAURE’S REQUIEM AT ALL SAINTS’ CHURCH, PORTHCAWL Noteworthy Mixed Choir sing Faure’s Requiem at All Saints’ Church, Victoria Avenue, Porthcawl at 1pm. This lunchtime concert will feature soloists Sally Anne Kingsbury, Aled Powys Williams, Jeffrey Howard (organ) with music director Ryan Wood. Tickets are £8, on sale from Maple and Little Maple, John Street, Porthcawl, from KOKO, Well Street, Porthcawl or from Judith Shawe 01656 786446
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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 GLAMORGAN FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY, BRIDGEND BRANCH Meet 3rd Monday of each month at the Len Evans Centre, Aberkenfig. 7pm for 7.30pm. All welcome. www. glamfhs.org.uk Tel: 01656 862762. 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 ‘ celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2016’ 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 @ St Clare’s School, Newton. Beginners - 4pm - 5pm Training 5pm - 7pm. SPECIAL OFFER: A FREE Karate Suit to all new 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 and 7.30pm. Tel Bev: 07912 172674 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
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TRINITY ART GROUP, PORTHCAWL Trinity Church, John Street, Porthcawl. 7pm - 9.30pm (also see Friday). 16+ all abilities welcome. Professional tutor. Tel Lynn on 01656 742309.
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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ADULT AQUA FIT, PORTHCAWL Splashland, Trecco Bay Holiday Park, Porthcawl. Starts 7pm. Classes run school term times only. Last class: December 8, 2015. Starts back: March 8, 2016. Call Diane 07966 529417.
COR BRO OGWR, BRIDGEND Mixed choir @ Tabernacl Church, Derwen Road, Bridgend. 7–9pm. All welcome. 01656 784180. www.CorBro-Ogwr.com
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 HATHA YOGA CLASS, PORTHCAWL @ 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: michelelambert21@hotmail.com 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. Monkey Music. 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 ZUMBA, PORTHCAWL 9.45am-10.45 am @ Awel y Mor Community Centre. Official Zumba Instructor call Hannah Bowen 07886 487853. See Facebook: Porthcawl Fitness Classes. Slimming World, Porthcawl @ Gilgal Church Hall, Woodland Ave, Porthcawl. 9.30am. Tel Bev: 07912 172674 SLIMTONE SLIMMING CLASS, BRIDGEND @ Sainsburys Coffee Shop, Bridgend, 5.30pm - 6.45pm. Contact Marie on 01656 870339.
CROSSROADS CARE COMMUNITY CAFE, PORTHCAWL Crossroads Care run a community café in Trinity Church, Porthcawl, from 12.30 – 3.30 p.m. All welcome! Weekly raffle, table sales and fun activities, plus information on services available for Carers. 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. 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 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 649585 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. SLIMTONE SLIMMING CLASS, TONDU @ Tondu Cricket Club, Bridgend, 5.00pm - 6.00pm. Contact Marie on 01656 870339. SLIMMING WORLD, PORTHCAWL @ Trinity Church. 9.30am–11am. Call Bev 07912 172674
YOGA @ PARC SLIP NATURE RESERVE, TONDU Beginners class Wednesdays 6.30pm - 7.45pm & Thursdays for students with previous yoga experience - 7pm till 8.30pm. Contact Michele on 07793 544 956 www.michelelambertyoga.co.uk PILATES & ZUMBA GOLD (SLOWER), PORTHCAWL Pilates 9.45am (bring mat) and Zumba Gold 11.00am @ Awel y Mor Community Centre. Hannah Bowen Registered Exercise Specialist 07886 487853. Porthcawl Fitness Classes on Facebook.
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 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 772454 / 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 LEARN TO JIVE & ROCK N ROLL, PENCOED @ Pencoed Social Club, Hendre Rd, Pencoed, Bridgend, CF35 6TB. Class 8-9pm, record hop til 10.30pm, entrance £5. Tel: Frank 07400 080101. 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
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Friday 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 772454 / 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
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INDOOR TABLE TOP SALE, PORTHCAWL @ Griffin Park. 8am-12midday. Call or text 07778 599616 for a table. 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 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 Monkey Music. 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.
TRINITY ART GROUP, PORTHCAWL Trinity Church, John Street, Porthcawl. 10am - 12.30 and 1.30 - 4pm (also see Monday). 16+ all abilities welcome. Professional tutor, Tel Lesley on 01656 772940.
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
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. 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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POEMS AFON CARIAD Within the spa of friendship lies, A constant well of fresh supplies. To feel the healing of its flow, We must jump in - we must let go. Through turbulence of youthful force, As we, like salmon, leap the course. Ferocious tides catalyse links, As thirsty, adolescence drinks. Immersed - the only way to see, We’re all joined up by tributary. Torrential surge of hopes and dreams; A mighty river from the streams. Cascading onwards, now, we sea, The Ocean’s quiet dignity. Reflect still waters of the deep; Our story told, eternal sleep. Will Edwards, Porthcawl
MEMORIES Let’s take a stroll down memory lane Like a trip to the seaside on a coal fired train, The black faced miners walking down the street With hob nailed boots upon their feet, Their clothing dirty and full of grime They came from working down the mine, The coal laden trucks travel down the line With coal that’s been taken from the mine, Our shopping was done at the local store John Bull, Home and Colonial and many more, The delivery boy employed at the store Brought all you purchased to your door, The local baker delivered your bread It was so nice it must be said, The milkman left your milk at your door The milk was fresh you can be sure, The butcher shop supplied your meat When it was cooked it was a treat, No fitted carpets covered your floor A coconut mat and a few bits more, The warmth of your house was seconds rate Heated from a coal fire in a black leaded grate, To keep your house so spic and span We used a mop a brush and a big dust pan, The flag stone floors were cleaned with soap hot water and a scrubbing brush To get them clean you did not rush, These memories are old and long gone past These modern times must surely last. Basil Walters, Cefn Glas, Bridgend
FOX, MAGPIE AND OH WHAT A TERN
WHO CARES FOR THE CARER?
I met a fox in Merthyr Mawr who sat with me a while and Said to me, “It’s ironic that we foxes who forage in bins get bad Press. Yet you humans drop rubbish with no guilty conscience And make more of a mess”.
Who cares for the carer? Is the question that I ask; Who is helping them help another with their overwhelming task Who is trying to ensure they remain healthy, fit and strong As they nurse and feed the one in need all day and all night long?
A magpie on flight overheard this litter debate and chirped in With, “It’s ironic that we magpies collect what you drop and you Call it stealing so tomorrow I’ll send your Council the bill for rubbish collection and bear no hard feelings”. Another bird arrived who echoed this claim, as the bird Flew off I noticed it was a tern. And on reflection they all were right We humans do fail to learn.
Who worries about the carer? Is my other great concern; If they should fall to sickness where would the needy turn? The one they love is the one they want and on whom they depend To wash and feed and dress them and to be with them to the end
Alun Davies, Porthcawl
Who would care for the needy? Is the fact we have to face; If something happened to the carer, then who would replace That committed and devoted, caring loving soul Who gave their all without complaint in a hard and stressful role.
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YOUR BODY STARTS TO ACHE NOW When you wake up in the morning, And you are feeling really cold, Your bones and joints are making noises, So you are feeling really old. Your body starts to ache now, It has been doing that a lot, Then you begin to wonder, What health problems you really got. Your feet, your legs, your knees, Your arms, your elbows and your shoulders, All start to show signs of wear, Now you are getting older. Many problems are inherited, And planted in your genes, Showing themselves later in life, When they will clearly be seen. David Boyce, Brackla, Bridgend
Who thinks about the carer? Is the thought that comes to me; When all thought is for the needy and that’s the way it ought to be But just a little bit of thoughtfulness would not go astray For the one who works and struggles without a thought for pay.
But we know who will care for the carer When their mortal coil is through When all their earthly labours get the recognition that is due When at last they can rest eternal with no further demands In peace and joy and secure in the Greatest Carer’s hands. John Weaver, Brackla, Bridgend
GOLDEN
Rising happy now the sun Starts the day and has some fun, This way and that he glides and shines Golden rays upon golden tides, One by one the children play While all the Palm trees start to sway, All the naughty seagulls stealing chips From all the children on school trips, The lighthouse man who’s not at work He’s sitting down with a golden smirk, All the golden boats Bob up and down Whilst everybody is laughing in this seaside town. Anna Muckell (aged 10), Bridgend
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POEMS LAST NIGHT
THE CROSS
RELEVENCE?
Last night I walked with the moon, It was cold in the midnight air, Me and Him, we roamed the empty streets, We made a perfect pair
Here we join in adoration at the cross Come from every tongue and nation to the cross Faces lifted to the One Who sin and death has overcome So we pray, ‘Your kingdom come’ Through the cross
There are more than two hundred bones in our bodies, Some are big and some are quite small, The big ones don’t trouble us too much, The small ones often give us a call. Gout can be very painful Mostly affecting our fingers and toes But there are other small bits around the place That sit in your mouth in neat rows. Your teeth, of course, are all shiny and white And if healthy give no trouble at all, But who knows what’s happening deep inside, Do you need to give your dentist a call? The outcome depends on the work that was done, Was your dentist good, bad or just so? Did it cost about the same as a second hand car? Did you need a mortgage before you could go? Canals should be kept for beauty and boats And not holes we drill into our teeth. So keep brushing and polishing the tops everyday To ensure there’s no problem beneath.
Last night I walked with the moon, Snowflakes falling on my head, It was such a magical night But I woke up in my bed. I realised last night I didn’t walk with the moon, It was all just a dream, But somehow when I woke up, I was holding a moonbeam. I’m still waiting for the truth to be told, And I’ll remember him up there, I wonder if it will happen again? But I’m not sure when or where. Isabelle Hone (age 12), Porthcawl
From condemnation we’re delivered by the cross Know the chains that bound us severed at the cross Through Your suffering we are come To acknowledge Christ, God’s Son And we pray your kingdom come Through the cross ‘tis to us that God has spoken through the cross He has given us this token of the cross So we lift one voice in praise Own you Lord through all our days Know we’re brought into your kingdom Through the cross Pauline Lewis, Porthcawl
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Sport TAI CHI NEWS There are two branches of Sun Style Martial arts. The three ‘Classical’ arts of the originator Sun Lutang and preserved by his daughter the late Sun Jian Yun, and the ‘Traditional’ arts based on the original style but devised later by non Sun family people. In the UK the newer ‘Traditional’ Sun style arts are taught by the Faye and Tary Yip organisation in Wolverhampton. My original Classical Sun Style mentor was David Martin of Leicester, who was a lineage holder taught by Sun Jian Yun. Unfortunately he retired from teaching with ill health. His wife has carried on teaching instead of him, but as she did not train long with Sun Jian Yun, I understand she is not a holder of Sun Jian Yun’s lineage like her husband, so does not appear in the lineage book with him. My mentor now is Mr Nyfelt from Stockholm (photograph). He trained ten years with Sun Jian Yun and is her lineage holder, but he has mastered much more of the style than my previous tutor who could not teach all three of the Sun Style arts. Mr Nyfelt had the advantage of being fluent in Chinese during his 10 year study with Madam Sun, so learned all three arts in great depth. His expertise is thus much more than just Sun Style Tai Chi. Mr Nyfelt is coming to Porthcawl in late March to teach Tai Chi and application of historic ‘Tai Chi Classics’ at a Week End Workshop, hosted by your local Swimming Dragon School, of which he is the Principal. John Jones
PORTHCAWL RUNNERS NEWS February is usually the month where runners resolve is fully tested - with the honeymoon period of New Year Resolutions over, and the lure of the bar for Six Nations games coupled with our wet, windy climate it’s now you see the benefit of a running club in keeping you motivated. We have members with lots of different goals - the walkers are pushing on towards the picturesque Vale Coastal Ultra in April; some runners are enjoying the mud and sand of cross country in the West Glam League; Parkrun remains a focus for many; some are building for St David’s 10k; some runners are building towards the World Half Marathon in Cardiff in March and some looking further ahead to Spring Marathons, with four focused on London at the end of April. Building on the fun we have had competing as a team in the West Glam Cross Country League, with a recent fixture in the mud at Margam Park; we are looking to put together relay teams for events in the summer such as the Rack Raids (a day long, thirteen stage relay, around the best castles and watering holes of Gwent). Focus in these events is on socialising and camaraderie with other teams. So, with plenty going on if you want to get involved, you are always welcome at Porthcawl Rugby Club 6.30pm on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Will Edwards, Assistant Coach
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The end of January saw Rest Bay SLSC once again taking part in the Welsh Stillwater Championships held at Cardiff International Pool. This time it was our Junior and Master teams competing, with 20 clubs taking part over two full days. Competitors took part in both individual and team events. After a small team entered in 2015, there has been overwhelming interest in the Masters section. This continuing growth has meant that this year we were able to go with a 15 strong team of which members ages range from 30-50+ years. It was a fantastic event with a great atmosphere between all club and competitors. The team put in 100% and we had fantastic results on both days. With these results and the combination of points the club were awarded with a win, naming the Masters section as Welsh Stillwater Champions 2016. A result that is even more outstanding when you take into consideration that for most of the competitors it was their first competition. One of our members didn’t even own a pair of goggles! This is an outstanding achievement, and the club is immensely proud of their commitment and determination. Not in this photorgraph, Steve Horn, Rhys Gronow and Keith Osborne. Stephen Taylor on behalf of Rest Bay SLSC Masters
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CHARITY GOLF EVENT - FRI 24TH JUNE KPC Youth & Community are holding their annual Charity Golf Day on Fri 24th June at the Grove Golf Club, Porthcawl. Team entry for 4 is just £140 if booked before 30th April, then £160 per team thereafter. Entry includes coffee on arrival, golf fees and a buffet meal following the round of golf. Sponsorship is also sought for raffle/auction prizes or £50 to sponsor a hole - if you can support us that would be really appreciated. For team entry forms/more details please contact: Alison on 01656 749219 kpcyouth@hotmail.com Alison Mawby
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