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october’s little bit of local history Dear Editor, Good afternoon dear editor and dear readers of this good magazine.

I would like to refrain from responding to Mr Lloyd Evans’ letter in the August issue as I am not of a warring nature. I would like instead to tell of a local story that my grandfather told me when I was a young man.

During the early part of the nineteenth century there was a dry stone wall encircling Porthcawl, the locals called it the barrier, as it was famed to keep away evil spirits. On one late October evening a local boy called Bryn from

Nottage went walking the wall to take some pies to his elderly grandparents, the wall being the quickest and safest route. Within minutes a violent storm brewed and the boy was swept into the air, being carried some 5 miles or so inland. Here he lay for the night, the pies splattered all over the floor. In the morning the boy was found by a young lady by the name of Mary. She was on her way to the town of Porthcawl from her farm home to deliver milk to the shop in Nottage. Her parents took the boy in and nursed him to health, they also made good the broken pies and delivered them to his elderly grandparents.

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Any questions about any of the issues or stories raised then I invite any of the readers to come quiz my good self. I like to take my pipe most evenings on the harbour wall and ponder the world’s wonders and I always welcome a good debate.

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The Lobbying Bill Dear Editor, The Lobbying Bill represents a real threat both to the quality of debate on public policy in this country and charities’ ability to champion the needs of the poor and vulnerable through campaigns such as Make Poverty History.

Ministers’ assurance that they do not intend to curb charities’ ability to speak out on legitimate issues of concern is welcome. But by extending election regulations to activi-

ties that are not intended to promote one party or another, the Government would prevent charities and other campaigners from engaging effectively in policy debates for 12 months before a general election.

With legal opinion suggesting it will have a “chilling effect” on free speech and the Electoral Commission warning the proposed rules would be unworkable, it is time for the Government to listen and amend the Bill accordingly.

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Thank you, Seaside News readers

Dear Editor, I am writing to thank Seaside News readers and residents for supporting the Bridgend & Porthcawl Fundraising Group for Marie Curie Cancer Care.

In its second year, the group has raised over £7,000 and every penny will help support local Marie Curie nurses, who provide free care to people with terminal illnesses.

The group has been involved in a wide range of fundraising activities and collections within the local community in the past year, including Brackla Funday and the Blooming Great Tea Party at Porthcawl where they entertained First Minister Carwyn Jones and Porthcawl mayor Michael

No Porthcawl railway station?

Dear Editor, Firstly, the railway station was axed by Beeching – I rode on one the last trains out to see Twelfth Night in Stratford I think it was in the early 60s.

Secondly It takes a lot of guts to admit in public that you have a problem.

It must be great to be as perfect as you - these people who you despise are fighting to have a life again, but with people prejudging them and making blanket statements without knowing all the facts; how can they succeed MRS E MAHONEY

Clarke who was accompanied by his wife Norah.

The Bridgend & Porthcawl Fundraising Group would not have been able to raise these vital funds without the tremendous support of local people.

Autumn activities include a pub Quiz at the Jolly Sailor, Newton, Porthcawl on Sunday 13th October. It is £1 entry per person. There are prizes for the winning teams and there will be a raffle. Turn up early for a seat. Quiz starts at 8.45pm.

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Dear Editor, Jared Evans is correct when he says there has never been a swimming pool in Porthcawl, but completely wrong about a railway station, as people from the valleys will testify.

My wife and I took the train to Porthcawl from Pyle station,

Lost dog Dear Editor, Last week I tried to find help for a lost dog running in the road in Porthcawl. No-one at the police station, and amazingly no help from PAWS shop in the way of a contact for the charity. The lady in the shop did try the dog warden’s number though, which as she predicted

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Dear Editor, I am just reading through the September issue of Seaside News and I am rather concerned about a letter RE; Welcome back to Porthcawl It states every moron knows there has never been a railway station on Porthcawl… Is this sarcasm that I am flying over or is the writer trying to be clever without research?

I am sure a lot of people will tell you there was a railway station in Porthcawl and I am darn sure you will find a lot of miners in our valleys that will confirm this… It was how they travelled to Porthcawl for what we fondly remember as ‘Miners Fortnight’.

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Porthcawl and the Great War Dear Editor, Well, well, well... the silly correspondence season is alive and - well! I hear rumours of a dastardly plot being fomented by a young man, Gavril Princip.

He intends, believe it or not, to assassinate the Archduke Franz Ferdinand. This will bring great troubles to Europe, even to the wider world. But in any case Porthcawl Museum will be on hand. In April 2014 we open our new exhibition, called ‘Porthcawl and the Great War’,

which documents the part played by our town during the years of that conflict, and for some years after, also. There is still time to add your family’s story to the material already collected, so, please look in your attic for anything relating to the 1914-1918 War, and donate or loan it. We want this exhibition to reflect well on this town’s part in the troubles caused by young Gavril. Finally, not a word about this to Kaiser Bill!

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The Eco committee in the Willow Wigwam celebrates being awarded the 4th green flag

It was great to return to school after the six week break to find everyone keen and eager to get back to work.

Everyone has settled back in very quickly ready for another successful year at Nottage, Nottage Primary School has been awarded a fourth Green Flag Award to celebrate their commitment to eco work. After previously achieving bronze,

simply outstanding This sums up the achievements of Porthcawl Comprehensive’s students in their GCSE and A-Level examination results.

At GCSE remarkable individual performances and an all round good effort resulted in continued improvement compared with last year’s results. Those students of A Level were not to be outshone and did exceptionally well. Almost one in every three papers sat resulted in the A* or A grade. This is remarkable given the very large examination entry of 367 papers sat. Any comparison, however made, shows our school has performed exceptionally well.

silver and gold eco-schools status, we have now achieved a platinum award. Matthew Bunt, the Eco-schools assessor, was most impressed by the members of the Eco committee for our continued enthusiasm in promoting sustainable development issues. He said it was very clear that it was a whole school initiative supported by the whole school community. Our school is proud to be called a Platinum Eco School. We also came back to school with news that we have achieved the BIKE IT SCHOOL bronze award.

Special thanks to Miss Lawrence for leading this important area so well. sue o’HaLLoRaN

Head Teacher My congratulations and thanks to the students, teachers and parents.

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Pîl Primary A busy term ahead!

Pil Primary School are back after the summer break and are raring to go. The school diary is full of exciting activities and the children are eager to learn.

Here are some of the activities that we have planned.

Year 3 are visiting Cardiff Castle. We will be raising money on Jeans 4 Genes day. The Book Fayre will be in school to promote the importance of good reading habits. Pandemonium Theatre Company are

New school year at st John’s We were delighted in August to know that once again our GCSE students achieved very well and proved the value-added factor of being part of our small school community, as almost all results exceeded early predictions.

With 100% GCSE passes for pupils in Years 10 and 11 who have sat examinations this year we are delighted that one in four entries achieved A* grades and 44% were A* or A. Star students this year are Alicia Cooke with 9A*s and 3 As, Charlotte Smith 8 A*s and 3 As, and Varun Sharma who gained 7 A*s. It was the first year

started wearing ties which are navy blue and green. Our year 6’s have special ties to show that they are our oldest and most responsible pupils. Many people have commented on how smart our new uniform is and we are very proud to be wearing it.

We have also been busy planning exciting events and trips.

Our Foundation stage will be going to St Fagans to look at how houses have changed over time. We will also be looking at how modern technology has made life easy for us and how difficult life was for the poor Victorians who didn’t have washing machines! aNdReW Wood

Head Teacher visiting the school to perform two plays. The school choir are performing in KPC in the Macmillan Cancer Research Coffee Morning. Year 6 will be learning the importance of being ‘Cybersafe’ in a 6 week programme designed to ensure children remain safe on-line.

P.C. Carpenter the Schools Liaison Officer is running a series of workshops to help children stay safe. The school will be holding their Harvest Festival in Pisgah Chapel on Friday 25th October at 10am.

N PRYCe Head Teacher that the school had entered students for GCSE Drama and the results are impressive with all pupils gaining A*s.

We started the new term welcoming a large number of new pupils across nearly all year groups and many senior pupils enjoyed an outdoor pursuits course in the first week. Our Languages department are preparing to celebrate the European Day of Languages and we are also looking forward this term to some exciting links with the Ospreys as well as a number of Friends’ events and our usual Christmas term activities and events.

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Children & young people column With the nights drawing in and autumn leaves starting to fall, the school term is well underway in Bridgend County Borough.

Being back in school is always exciting for young people as they catch up with friends and start to learn about new topics, but pupils who have been settling into some of the area’s latest school buildings have had an especially exciting start to the term.

Following quickly in the footsteps of Archbishop McGrath Catholic High School in Brackla, our ongoing school modernisation programme has delivered another new comprehensive with the opening of the £34m Coleg Cymunedol Y Dderwen at Tondu.

A £1m new Early Years unit has opened at Bryncethin

Primary, Oldcastle Primary has revealed its new Nurture / Family Space and pupils at Penyfai Church in Wales Primary are about to move into their £4.3m all-new school building.

Delivered in partnership with the Welsh Government, the school modernisation programme reinforces our commitment towards providing children and young people throughout the area with access to first-rate educational facilities and opportunities.

With future developments set to include new premises for Coity Primary, the school modernisation programme is continuing to deliver benefits for youngsters across Bridgend County Borough.

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Our Level 2 results (the equivalent of 5 A*-C grades) were the highest we have ever achieved, every A-level student passed every examination they sat, and we celebrated seeing all our Year 13 students succeed in taking up their chosen university places. Our celebration of students’ success at a packed Presentation Evening on 12th September was an inspirational start to the term, and a reminder of how much Cynffig means to so many.

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Another school year has now commenced, how wonderful it was to see all the children back looking so smart in their uniforms, and we extend a very warm welcome to all our new pupils.

We welcome our new ‘Criw Cymraeg’ - Nia Matthews, Rhys Rawnson, Shayleigh Limb and Lewis Evans, all from Class 4.

They are playing Welsh games in the yard and running our Urdd Club for Year 2s. Llangyfarchiadau!

The School Council has been elected. The representives are – Stephan Cowan, Tyler Harris,

students with the Cynffig Challenge. A day of activities in which students are able to further develop their sense of belonging at Cynffig is central to Cynffig’s belief that the emotional wellbeing of every student is as important in their learning as excellent teaching.

This is on-going, of course: as I write this we are looking forward to our annual Open Evening on 1st October. We will once again open our doors to the next Cynffig generation, and showcase all the reasons why our school is at the heart of our community: because our true partnership of teachers, students and parents is simply unique.

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House Captains have also been chosen, for Ysgol, Sky Smalldon is Captain, and Levi McArthur and Tyler Harris are Vice Captains. Afon has Arwen James as Captain, with Stephan Cowan as Vice Captain, and Felin’s captain is Amber Roberts and Precious Thompson as vice.

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in defence of Porthcawl Fire station Last month I attended a rally outside the fire station in Porthcawl attended by several hundred residents who are concerned that plans by the Fire and Rescue Authority to move the facility to Cornelly, will compromise their safety.

This is not just a simple relocation as the number of appliances in the new station will be half those currently available.

The computer modelling on which the plan for Porthcawl is based uses figures of 7,000 residences and 16,000 people.

These figures account for permanent residents as they are at present. However, they do not take any account of the numbers of holidaymakers who

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visit Porthcawl, nor do they take account of housing and other developments proposed for the area.

Trecco Bay has 1,800 static homes, and can have up to 10,000 people on site during the holiday season. In addition, planning permission has been granted for 1,300 new homes on Salt Lake and Sandy Bay South Wales Fire Rescue Service says that the new station will be able to provide an average response time of seven minutes to an emergency in Porthcawl. I find this difficult to accept, given that this is a retained fire station.

That is why I am opposing this closure.

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seven are based in Bridgend and Neath Port Talbot. Given that there are 48 surgeries in this area that means almost one in eight now use the premium numbers.

What bothers me most about these figures is that they appear to be most prevalent in areas where patients can least afford the bills that they bring.

I think it also flies in the face of a service that is supposed to care for the people it treats, and a service that is free at the point of use.

I would ask ABMU if it is aware of this growing practice, and if it knows where the money goes to? And – most importantly – what it can do to bring it to an end, particularly in areas of deprivation.

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Citizens advice Bureau For many years the Citizens Advice Bureau has formed a vital cornerstone of the high street and the community.

Despite major funding cuts, volunteers have provided an essential service to the people hit hardest by austerity cuts and complex tax, legal and housing issues. The organisation has now branched out to provide data on local users so that we can understand what the greatest needs are in our area and how these trends develop over time.

The newly released figures show that 3,744 people visited Bridgend CAB last year, to discuss 11,126 separate problems, a slight increase on last year. In Wales as a whole, new visitors in the last quarter of 2012

Porthcawl regeneration As shadow Welsh Regeneration Minister I welcome news that Porthcawl regeneration may at last be going ahead.

My only concern is for Porthcawl to end up with a quality development that will enhance the town.

While a new supermarket is unlikely to set anybody’s pulses racing, it is crucial that the town gets the maximum benefit from the scheme.

We must be conscious of the possibly disastrous consequences for the small shops of having a big supermarket on their doorstep – which is why the role of the planners will be fundamental.

Key to success in regenerating the town centre will be the parking arrangements. The new supermarket car park must also serve the town centre – like the Asda car park in Bridgend.

were 27% higher than one year before. The most common Bridgend issues, 40% of cases, are related to benefits, and this is rapidly increasing. ESA and Housing Benefit claims bring the most visitors. Debt problems remain the second-most common topic, particularly unsecured personal loans.

Issues with housing and unemployment also comprise a number of cases. What the figures show is not only the areas of key concern for Bridgend residents which Government must address, but also the invaluable work of CAB in providing for so many a guide and advocate through welfare cuts.

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Having supermarkets in town centres can be an advantage to established retailers if they are carefully controlled.

There must good links between the new store and the town centre which must also be well signposted. Otherwise, people will drive to the supermarket, do all their shopping and then go home.

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Leader’s life Every year, the Welsh Government releases performance figures for local authorities in Wales.

I was delighted to see that Bridgend County Borough is once more among the best areas for recycling and diverting waste away from landfill.

By recycling 57 per cent of all waste, we have again exceeded the statutory target of 52 per cent to become one of the country’s top two recycling authorities.

The performance data is really useful as it shows where the council is excelling as well as areas where we need to do better.

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Five years on since Wales became the world’s first Fairtrade country, the focus remains on finding new, creative ways to bring Fairtrade to new audiences. The group is looking for

people and groups from any backgrounds – the only condition being they must have a passion for Fairtrade and social justice. The group meets every 1-2 months to discuss how we can encourage even greater awareness and support of the Fairtrade brand.

By supporting Fairtrade, you are encouraging a more equal approach to trade that aims to empower marginalised, developing-world producers to grow their own business.

It supports the development of sustainable practices and decent working conditions – without sacrificing quality and consumer satisfaction.

If you are interested in joining the partnership, or require additional information, you can email us at sussedwales@gmail. com or phone 01656783962.

You can also visit our site for a taster of the activities we get up to at http://www.sustainablewales.org.uk/bridgendfairtrade-partnership/ Luke Evans BCBC

Your chance to meet face to face with funders if you are a voluntary organisation!

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Workshops will include top tips for grant applications and tendering and lots more!

Up to 20 funders will be attending including the Big Lottery Heritage Fund, the Big Lottery, Bridgend County Borough Council Spatial European Team, Coalfields Regeneration Fund, Green Shoots Rural Investment Fund (BCBC), Santander Foundation, SEWCED, Tidy Towns/Keep Wales Tidy, Community Chest, Welsh Church Act Fund and Sported.

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Have you heard of the Wales Cancer Bank?

The Wales Cancer Bank (WCB) is a pioneering project to build a bank of biological samples that can be used by cancer researchers worldwide.

Cancer patients around Wales are asked to donate tissue that would otherwise be discarded; their generosity allows WCB to store the samples for use in research projects.

Cancers are complex diseases – statistics suggest that four out of ten people will be affected. It is an ongoing quest to understand how cancers develop and can be treated.

The availability of samples from human tumours is vital for research; after all, it is human cancer that we are trying to figure out.

Since its launch in 2004, over 9,000 patients have donated samples. Research groups from around the world have used the samples in their work.

Research carried out today will determine how patients are treated in years to come. Short term, genetic investigation of tumour samples could identify a clinical trial available which the patient could benefit from.

WCB are holding a public event in June 2014 to celebrate its 10th anniversary and achievements so far.

Would you like to find out more?

Please visit our website at www.walescancerbank.com MiCHaeLa JoHN

John notches up a century for Porthcawl John is a Community First Responder (CFR) working with and on behalf of the Welsh Ambulance Service.

John is the only active First Responder in Porthcawl at the moment and hopes other local people might consider taking up this type of voluntary work.

John has extensive first aid knowledge and experience from his 28 years’ service in the RAF. After completing his conversion training with the Welsh Ambulance Service John became an active CFR in March 2013. He now puts these skills to good use at the request of the Welsh Ambulance Service control centre and recently responded to his 100th emergency call.

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a spectacular comet – perhaps The ‘Sun-grazing’ Comet ISON (C/2012 S1), now approaching the planet Mars, will make a close encounter with the Sun in November, and may well become one of the most spectacular comets in many years.

When the Swift spacecraft observed it in January, when it was still near the orbit of Jupiter, it was already very active – it was expelling dust from the nucleus at a rate estimated at nearly a tonne a second.

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will pass through a stream of fine-grained debris from Comet ISON at a relative speed of 56 km/s. Because the particles are so small, the Earth’s upper atmosphere will slow them to a stop. Instead of burning up in a flash of light, they will drift gently down to the surface, probably taking months or even years to settle out. While the dust is in the upper atmosphere, it may help to produce noctilucent clouds (NLCs), which are bluish icy clouds, possibly seeded by space dust, that form very high up (more than 80 km) in the polar regions in summer time.

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On Saturday, the 13th August 1831 at 8 am, Richard Lewis, better known as Dic Penderyn, was hanged in St Mary’s Street, Cardiff, outside the gaol. He was 23 years old.

On the 2nd June 1831, Dic Penderyn had taken part in the Merthyr Uprising, a protest against rising unemployment and the lowering of wages. During the Uprising, a number of protesters were killed and wounded as troops opened fire. Several soldiers were also injured in the disturbance including Private Donald Black of the 93rd

fibrillator used by John during a cardiac arrest was sponsored by the Pyle & Kenfig Golf Club.

John is extremely grateful for this generous support.

What is a Community First Responder (CFR)? Someone with a passion for helping others, has access to a reliable vehicle and is able to give some free time to be on call. There are no set hours, the CFS decided when she/he is available.

What training is required? A Welsh Ambulance Service Regional First Responder Officer makes arrangements for skills and knowledge development and provides the training at no cost to the volunteer. On successful completion of the training the CFR is issued with equipment to deal with medical emergencies.

How can I learn more? If you would like more information about becoming a Community First Responder visit: http:// www.ambulance.wales.nhs.uk/ JoHN LiMBeRT

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After the Uprising, Dic Penderyn was arrested and charged with ‘maliciously stabbing with intent to murder’ Private Donald Black.

At the Cardiff Assizes, Donald Black, who had noticed Dic in the crowd, could not identify him as his assailant. Nevertheless, Dic was found guilty of the charge.

Forty-three years later, in America, Ianto Parker made a deathbed confession to the Rev. Evan Evans admitting that he had wounded Private Black and that he had fled to America as a result. Furthermore, a witness, James Abbot, later admitted that he had lied under oath.

A petition signed by 11,000 people was drawn up in support of Dic Penderyn.

However, the Home Secretary, Lord Melbourne, wanted a scapegoat and he condemned Dic to hang.

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As one of 65 TFSR groups in the UK… WE CELEBRATE FIVE YEARS OF OPERATION. Can we thank individuals and many organisations from Porthcawl and surrounding area who have given us tremendous support and encouragement, some in the donating of tools, and in donations to help shipment and training.

During this time we have sent 84 crates covering some 16 different trades, each crate containing a single kit of beau-

tifully refurbished tools. This is approximately 6,000 tools.

Each kit contains between 28 to 108 tools depending on the trade. We have sent 163 sewing machines and 102 sets of haberdashery. We are often asked about integrity snd security. Our kits have gone to our partner organisations in seven countries. All crates arrived at destination. Through our established partnerships the local village or church will sponsor the trainees, contribute to the training and support them as they develop their livelihoods.

The trainees have had to pay a token amount for the quality tools they receive so there is a sense of ownership. This is ploughed back into training programmes.

Workshops are on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoons, volunteers are always welcome.

For information contact John at 786367 or please view the charity website www.tfsr.org JoHN HaNsoN

Another month has flown by and we have been extremely busy here.

We have had a number of young hedgehogs in,and with the autumn upon us we ask you to start to think about the wildlife in your gardens and provide food and water for them.

We had a great month for rehoming our dogs Roxy, Zac and Ozzy all went to lovely new homes aNiMaL oF THe MoNTH. along with some of the rabbits ‘GiZMo’ and guinea pigs.

We have lots of reptiles that Our new wildlife response ve- need new homes includhicle provided by ‘Swesky’ has ing corn snakes, turtles and been very busy out on rescues bearded dragons like ‘Gizmo’. and our animal ambulance They make great pets and are provided by ‘Autobarnes’ had relatively easy to look after. been doing all the vet runs and For more info or to volunsmall animal call outs. teer please call us on 0800 Our new Duke of Edinburgh 0148332 or visit our new look volunteers have started with website: www.jemimas-place. us this month and were com pleased to be supporting them. MaRTiN CLoWes

of historic rights-of-way to Morfa Beach.

The Welsh Government’s inspector held a pre-inquiry meeting in August, and members were pleased to note that she appeared to be open-minded, impartial and highly profes-

sional. The officials proposing the closure of Footpath 92 appeared to us to be uncertain of their case. They were unable to explain why Tata Steel, whom everyone knows is supporting this unnecessary move, were keeping well clear of public scrutiny.

Our recent meeting unanimously agreed to appoint a Specialist Consultant for the inquiry. Mr. Neil Jacobi is a solicitor with strong experience of open spaces and rights-of-

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way cases, and we believe he will bring an extra dimension to our already powerful evidence.

Individuals and groups who use Morfa Beach are strongly urged to attend at least the first day of the public inquiry.

Further news on our ‘Save Morfa Beach’ Facebook page, and at our next public meeting, which will take place on Monday 21st October at 7.30pm at the Twelve Knights, Margam. dR CHaRLes sMiTH

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Through Christian eyes Volunteers spruce up Porthcawl’s beaches Some of Porthcawl’s most popular beaches have had their beauty restored after a joint beach cleaning effort from Bridgend County Borough Council, local businesses and residents.

Co-ordinated by the council’s Countryside and Tourism team, a group of eco-enthusiasts took to the shores and car parks at Coney Beach, Newton Beach and Trecco Bay armed with litter pickers where they collected discarded rubbish.

Joining council workers and local volunteers were members of staff from Keep Wales Tidy, the Hi Tide Inn, Trecco Bay and Porthcawl Lifeguards.

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Pier Hotel investigation

During the summer the Porthcawl Paranormal Team investigated the Pier Hotel, only this time at night!

The normal temperature was 20°C and humidity 71%, with locked off cameras in various locations around the building.

We began our investigation in the bar, and immediately sensed the presence of an old lady, possibly the same person who we connected with before.

The compass spun rapidly around the pool table and the batteries from our equipment drained of energy, with the humidity dropping dramatically. The dog present with us began to act in a peculiar

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Borough, Councillor Clive James, said: “All the people and organisations who donated their time and effort to clear up the beaches deserve credit.

They did a fantastic job and made a really significant impact.

“However, while it’s great to see the community pulling together in this way, litter picking is a job that shouldn’t need to be done at all. It’s irritating that some people don’t seem to care about the county borough’s beautiful scenery as their selfish actions affect everyone’s ability to enjoy it.

Please take your litter home.”

To find out more, contact Robert Jones, Countryside Management Officer on 01656 643160 or email robert.jones@ bridgend.gov.uk Luke Fox

BCBC fashion before looking upwards and wagging her tail. Could this lady be connecting with her?

On the upper floors the chilling sound of a ticking clock was heard, even though no device of the kind is visible. The EMF reader went off the scale around a doorframe, and photographs revealed a peculiar violet aura around it.

Our séance using an upturned glass on the floor executed movement, and an invisible clock seemed to chime in response to our questions, an exciting end to a fascinating experiment. We recited our usual prayer for protection against evil spirits and closed down our investigation, satisfied that we had come into contact with the spirits of yesteryear who seemed willing to communicate with us.

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Is ‘the Land of Song’ losing its voice?

Many schools no longer hold regular assemblies with singing. The singing is often poor at weddings and funerals. Even ‘sing-songs at the pub’ are becoming rare. At international rugby and football matches the singing has declined to mainly simple chanting. Do those chanting know what ‘hymns and arias’ actually are?

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Bird Watch: Feral Pigeon Grizzle plumage

Look closely at a flock of Feral Pigeons and you’ll notice a vast array of plumage types.

Why is there such a variety?

Do birds actively choose mates of a particular colour? Are some colours more vulnerable to predation? The Feral Pigeon Project needs your help to answer these questions and to build up a nationwide map. All you have to do is count the different plumage types you see and where you saw them. You’ll soon become a plumage expert, quickly learning to distinguish your blue-bar (the Rock Dove descendent) from your red, white, black, grizzle, pied and chequered!

good voice are still nurtured and brought to prominence, but the confidence to sing aloud seems to have fled the majority.

The individual health benefits of singing are well known, but our community skill at singing also enhanced our family gatherings, inspired our sporting teams and contributed to our children’s all round development.

At one time our churches and chapels were centres of community music and singing, each church had its choirs or singing groups, music was performed ‘live’, and faith inspired wholehearted involvement. Is the decline in Christian faith a contributing cause?

The Bible says “Speak to one another with psalms, hymns and spiritual songs. Sing and make music in your heart to the Lord.” (Ephesians 5:19) Can Wales once more find its voice?

Rev. Martin Gillard

gilgalbaptistchurch.org.uk I have never recorded a Feral Pigeon for the British Trust for Ornithology’s Garden BirdWatch survey, but in the past month I’ve counted over 200 for the fascinating project!

Could you contribute to this exciting piece of citizen science? Simply log your sightings via www.feralpigeonproject. com or their simple to use smartphone app!

To download the Android™ app, go to Google Play™ and search for Feral Pigeon Project or scan the QR Code.

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Life with the Porthcawl Lions This is a quiet time for Porthcawl Lions before the busy Christmas period when Santa will once again have his grotto in the Y Centre in John Street and the Boxing Day fun run, which starts and finishes at the Hi-Tide, will again allow participants of all ages and abilities to work off the Christmas excesses.

Before that Porthcawl Lions will be collecting at the Firework display at the Hi-Tide on the 5th November.

The Hi-Tide is always helpful and supportive of all Lions events as well as allowing the club to hold its meetings there and members would like to take this chance to say a very

Porthcawl air Cadets A great month for Porthcawl Air Cadets! Firstly, congratulations to Sgt Taylor, Cpl Taylor, and Cpl Pugh-Bevan on their recent promotions.

Secondly, on 10th August, Sgt Taylor, Cpl Waters and Cpl Taylor took a trip to Normandy for a week-long camp. While there, they visited many sites including several museums, numerous war cemeteries, the Normandy beaches, the Bayeux Tapestry, and the Sainte-MèreÉglise church. A great time was had by all.

Since July, our cadets have also been undertaking a first

Porthcawl Townswomen’s Guild We had no meeting in August but enjoyed an afternoon tea at the Rest – our last event at the Rest sadly before its closure.

Also following a successful coffee morning, £200 was sent to the Mayor’s Charity Fund.

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big thank you to all concerned.

Both the car parking at the Rest’s car boot sales and the book sales in John Street have been successful this summer and have allowed the club to support many charities, most of them local.

Porthcawl Lions meet on the first two Tuesdays of every month in the Hi-Tide at 8pm and is always looking to welcome new members. It is a great way to meet new friends, have fun and help others so if you are interested in joining one of the biggest and best world-wide “families” and make a real contribution to society phone Don on 01656 788583 or come along to one of the monthly meetings.

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Examples are bespoke personalisation of your wedding dress, with bride/ groom name date and place of marriage, round the bottom of your dress.

Examples of school uniforms items being: St Clare’s hoodies, HE aprons, polos, ties, socks, etc.

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Through this, they have been learning about CPR, wound dressing, first aid kits, and seizures, amongst others. This course should hopefully be completed by November.

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A laugh and a song what more can you want! Members were reminded of activities in September – a walk from the Rest to Sker, lunch at St Brides Major, a craft workshop in Cardiff and a visit to the Pavilion theatre. You can see we are an active Guild so come and join us at All Saints Church hall, 2pm on 9th October when the speaker will be Mrs Tessa Williams on ‘Love Spoons’. doRoTHY THoMas

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The portable, pedal-powered bike with a blender attached to it, is visiting events and organisations in Bridgend (and beyond), bringing refreshing and healthy Fairtrade (FT) smoothies to a plethora of events, whilst simultaneously encouraging kids and adults to have an active lifestyle, whilst supporting marginalised producers in the developing world.

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The President Nora Williams welcomed members back after the summer break.

The Mystery Trip included a tour of the Welsh Quilt Museum at Lampeter and some retail therapy in Carmarthern.

The day finished with a meal at Blanco’s in Port Talbot. A very enjoyable day was had by all.

The speaker for the evening was Polly Davies who gave a very informative talk on the Statue of Liberty. This Statue celebrated its centenary in 1986 with a very large party. It was originally made in France and took several years to complete. It was transported in sections and erected on its present site. Originally the Statue could be seen for miles.

President Clevedon unveiled the Statue in 1886 which was attended by thousands of people. The original torch has been replaced. Visitors can go right to the top of the Statue which has been made a State Monument.

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We had several trips in our summer break which were enjoyed by all. Our Quilt and Craft exhibition raised £200 for our friends at Sandville. We are all looking forward to our autumn outings a fashion show in Mumbles, a musical evening in Archbishop McGrath school, a trip to St Davis’s Hall Cardiff to see Only Men Allowed, and not forgetting our Christmas party. Our guest speaker Marilyn Sydenham was welcomed by our deputy chairwoman Sue Shephard, the talk was on hearing dogs for deaf people, which was interesting and informative. The next meeting will be on 8th October at 2.30pm in Pyle church hall as usual and our guest speaker will be Steven Jarvis. The topic is Toy Story we might all get tips for our grandchildren for Christmas presents. We finished the meeting with tea and biscuits.

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Forward guidance The Bank of England governor Mark Carney last month outlined his plans for bolstering Britain’s economy using a strategy known as forward guidance, which basically involves sticking to fiscal policies so that households, businesses and the markets can all feel more confident about what lies ahead.

Under forward guidance, Mr Carney has pledged that rates will not change until mid-2016 and can only fall sooner if certain conditions in the economy have been met.

Why has he done this?

If businesses or individuals know that there are no surprise interest rate increases ahead, they can feel confident about borrowing or investing more.

Under the old system, markets tried to second guess when rates would change and prematurely price an increase to the base rate as soon as the economy showed signs of revival. This resulted in increased borrowing costs, which stifled growth.

be savers who are unlikely to see savings rates increase until at least 2016. Having already suffered nearly five years of below inflation returns, those relying on their savings to boost their income will continue to bear the brunt of the economic collapse of 2008.

Further changes at one Life:

In July’s article I mentioned that we were looking to introduce new members to the team and I am pleased to announce that Mr Paul Williams is joining us on 1st October from HSBC where he was head of Business Financial Advice for the South Wales region. Paul brings with him a wealth of experience which I’m sure will greatly enhance our service proposition.

A special mention also for our Financial Planning Analyst Mr Sheridan Jones who is taking three years out to study Land Economy at Cambridge University. We wish him every success in his studies.

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You may have heard of the term ‘annuity’ but do you know what an annuity is?

The adviser website Unbiased recently conducted research which found that 37% of consumers had no concept of what annuity products are. This is a worrying high percentage given the fact that an annuity is the most common method of drawing an income at retirement.

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that for most pension schemes, the purchase of an annuity at retirement is the default option. Clients often end up purchasing an annuity to secure their retirement income as they do not know what other options they have available to them. if you purchase an annuity with your pension fund this decision cannot be reversed!

Just like most of us would pay a professional to deal with the legal side of a house purchase, we would expect a large proportion of consumers to

Relief for over 55s with mortgages – especially if interest-only!

As the mortgage market has continued to improve over recent months, so too has the more specialist equity release market, with some outstanding new products offering relief for those over the age of 55 who still have a mortgage, especially if it’s on an interest-only basis.

The traditional view of equity release has been of it being a solution of last resort, only applicable if you have nowhere else to go. It is now far more than that, offering an array of flexible options, whilst still looking after the needs of those encountering financial difficulty in later life.

Here at Cambria Financial we have taken more enquiries so far in 2013 for possible equity release, than for the whole of 2011 and 2012 combined.

There are a number of reasons for this, not least of which is the fact that many high street lenders are trying to retrieve money lent to borrowers on an interest-only basis, many of

be best served by enlisting the help of a professional adviser when it comes to their retirement planning.

If you are at retirement, then choosing the right way of securing your pension income in retirement is often one of the most important decisions of your life. We can help you make sense of it all and put appropriate plans in place for you.

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whom have no way of finding the capital to repay the loan.

We are now able to guide such people to specialist lenders who are happy to continue to offer interestonly on an ongoing basis, subject to a minimum age of 55 years as well as you being able to demonstrate that you can afford to make the repayments. The interest rates offered are very much in line with high street lender rates, so affordability is not often an issue – but the solution to the problem can lift the pressure enormously.

If you are in need of capital whether it be for paying off a mortgage, continuing an interest-only mortgage or something else like helping the family, carrying out maintenance on the property or home improvements or simply paying off debts, call us for a friendly discussion regarding your needs.

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Landlords – Beware…

As a landlord, do you fully understand your repair obligations?

Sara Hawkins, lettings manager with local estate agent Payton Jewell Caines says many landlords risk being sued for injury and or repair, imprisonment and or fines.

Section 11 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 is very clear. It places an obligation on the landlord to maintain the structure and exterior of the property, including installations for the supply of water, gas and electricity, heating systems, drainage and sanitary appliances.

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The required repair will vary depending on the age and character of the property or fixture. Landlords or people authorised by them, also have the right to view the condition and state of repair of the property on giving the tenant 24 hours’ notice [in writing and at a reasonable time of day].

Harrison Residential Lettings We are the largest Letting Agency in Porthcawl and pride ourselves on our professional and friendly service.

Our managed rate to landlords includes • Finding a suitable tenant • Creating a legally binding Assured Shorthold Tenancy • Preparing a schedule of condition or inventory • Collecting rent • Registering and depositing the Bond • Undertaking periodic inspections during the course of a tenancy • Negotiating resolution of Bond issues

We have no hidden costs Is it time you reviewed your agents (or took less strain personally)?

Ring: Harrisons on 01656 772414 or arrange to meet us at 3 Gwendoline Ct, Lias Rd, Porthcawl, or email sian@lettinginporthcawl .co.uk

Unfortunately, as more people invest in rental properties, we see all too often the results of landlord’s not understanding legislation. Indeed, not all landlords understand that these obligations apply to weekly and monthly tenancies as well as fixed term tenancies not exceeding seven years in length. Normally, the landlord will only be liable once he knows of the defect, at least in general terms. This can result either from the landlord being told of the defect by the tenant (written notification is not essential) or because the landlord learns of the defect in some other way. A landlord who is in breach of this obligation is liable to pay the tenant damages and specific orders can be made by the Court requiring the landlord to carry out repairs. In the case of furnished accommodation there is an implied obligation that the premises would be fit for human habitation at the outset of the tenancy.

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September marked the fifth anniversary of bathroom, kitchen & bedroom company Thomas Vaughan Ltd. Managing Director and designer Steve Thomas tells us about the company’s philosophy of ‘affordable design: ’ “Pressures of modern living and difficult economic conditions mean that more than ever customers are anxious to save both money and time.

They also have high expectations of quality, service and design. Thomas Vaughan fulfil these customer requirements.

We don’t operate an expensive showroom and so are able to pass the savings onto our customers.”

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of products and are able to provide amazing high-end design solutions for any size room and any budget utilising our 3D colour design system but more importantly 30 years hands-on experience. In a nutshell we can create your dream room without breaking the bank!

Thomas Vaughan offers a complete and professional design, supply and installation service which is tailored to our customer’s individual requirements. We come to the customer to provide the ultimate time-saving home shopping experience from initial free consultation and planning to full project management and completion.’”

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Cefn Cribwr Gardening Club Autumn is definitely here, a beautiful time of year with trees changing colour (shame their leaves drop all over my lawn!) and still lots to do in the garden.

Finish planting spring bulbs (tulips next month) choose plump firm bulbs and plant within a week of purchase, for a natural look throw them into the air and plant where they land!

Your soil is your most precious commodity. As you clear crops start digging-in compost, manure and as much organic matter as you can to replace the goodness in it. The earlier you start the better. The winter elements will break-down clods

making spring planting easier.

When you have finished harvesting your beans (honest they do come to an end!) leave the roots in the ground as they return valuable nitrogen to the soil perfect for your potatoes next year!

Did you know someone standing under an oak tree is 16 times more likely to be hit by lightening than under a beech tree – because the oak has vertical roots – a direct route to ground water! – avoid oak trees in the rain!

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Csa update Recently I wrote about changes to the CSA system.

These changes have now been implemented and so the following is an update which may be of help to you.

As of the 29th July 2013, the new gross income scheme will apply to families with two or more qualifying children. All other cases will be dealt with in the old way, with the nonresident parent’s net income being taken into account.

The new basic rate calculation stipulates that for people who earn up to £800.00 per week gross, child support is payable at the rate of 12% for one child, 16% for two children and 19% for three or more children.

A deduction will be made for other children living in the nonresident parent’s household and there will be a further reduction for parents who share care. If a child splits his time between parents, then no maintenance will be payable.

If you are unhappy with the

maintenance you receive, you can apply for an upward variation if the other party has unearned income of at least £2,500.00 from property, investments, savings or other sources. You can apply to vary if you suspect that your former partner is diverting income, that is paying it to someone else. Also, you can ask for a review of a maintenance calculation on the basis that the other party has misrepresented their income to HMRC. Currently, there are no charges for using the system, but this may change as the system becomes fully operational. Future charges are likely to include a £20.00 application fee, a 20% collection charge payable by the non-resident parent and a 4% charge which will be deducted from the maintenance received by the parent with care.

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doUGLas-Jones MerCer soLICITors aCQUIres THe Use oF new oFFICe sPaCe In PorTHCawL

one of wales’ leading commercial law firms, douglasJones Mercer (dJM) has acquired the use of new office space in Porthcawl in order to meet increasing demand for its services in the area. The offices are at the dunes Business Centre, new road, Porthcawl.

Founded in 1946, DJM employs over 50 people and offers a wide range of commercial and private client legal services. DJM is based at Axis Court in Swansea and has taken the decision to provide existing and new clients with the opportunity of meeting its lawyers at office in Porthcawl in order to enhance its client-led focus outside of Swansea.

Michael Price, a Director of DJM Solicitors, said: “DJM prides itself on offering expert legal advice at a reasonable cost and that coupled with our high levels of service has seen our business continuing to grow, not only locally but nationally. We have many well established clients in the Porthcawl and Bridgend area and are delighted that we are now able to offer those clients and new clients this additional facility for which we are already seeing a strong demand.”

Jonathan Powell, Director of the Private Client Team at DJM, said: “We are delighted to have access to the new office which allows us to facilitate the increase in demand for our services across south Wales.

“The firm is committed to offering our clients high quality, professional legal advice and the new office space will result in easier access to legal services for our developing customer base in the area.”

The new office space was made available by Christopher Ellis, Managing Director of One Life Financial Planning Ltd. Mr Ellis said: “I’m delighted to welcome DJM Solicitors into a new office space at The Dunes Business Centre.

“As we offer financial services to a range of clients across the area, the advice and services offered by DJM complements ours, while we both work towards sustained growth.”

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Parents should shun supposedly healthy fruit drinks and give their children water instead, health experts have urged.

They warned that many apparently healthy drinks are loaded with sugar, with some almost as sweet as Coca-Cola.

Clever marketing strategies mean they are presented as ‘fun and fashionable’ meaning children – and parents – find them hard to resist.

Examples include Robinson’s Fruit Shoot My-5, which is sold as ‘real juice with a splash of water’ and ‘one of your five a day’. A 200ml bottle contains more than 16g, or around four teaspoons of sugar per 100ml,

The Well : one year on It’s been a busy first year at The Well Counselling Centre.

The first family run therapy centre in Bridgend has firmly established itself in the heart of Bridgend at Avon Court on Cowbridge Road. Founder Eryl Hulatt established The Well following 14 years in independent practice. Her aim was to create a therapeutic haven for the people of Bridgend whilst also providing more opportunities for the counsellors of South Wales. “It’s been a busy and challenging year but we feel we are building a community for therapists along with meeting the needs of the people of Bridgend.”

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The health and food campaign group Sustain says that while masquerading as healthy, fruit drinks are contributing to obesity, rotten teeth, diabetes and other health problems that cost the NHS billions a year.

Experts said water is the best option. Annie Anderson, professor of public health nutrition at Dundee University, said: “We need to promote water drinking… it’s cool, refreshing, thirst-quenching and healthy.”

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Counselling offered ranges from individual, couples, families and children while also offering a selection of complementary therapies. The calm and welcoming atmosphere has been commented upon by many clients, whilst ample free parking on site means that discretion is assured.

A solid year sees The Well looking forward to the next by expanding says Eryl “We’re also pleased to announce that we will now be hosting a low cost donations service to ensure that someone’s financial situation is not an obstacle to receiving help.”

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isis opening event: ‘Happiness and Wellbeing day’

Isis is a new Porthcawl based group who formed out of a common interest in providing positive life enhancing experiences for families in the local area. At present the group consists of Cate Warlow, Katheryn Jones and Siobhan Grice.

The first event this 28th July proved to be a great success with stalls and workshop running throughout the day from 10 until 4pm.

Freshstart began with a warm up to dance yourself awake followed by the local community drumming group WOMP. Yoga, Tai Chi, meditation, singing bowls, art, complimentary therapies, health and well being products were also present.

Race the Pace summer stroll During the wonderful summer months members of ‘Slimming World’ groups in Porthcawl joined forces to undertake a sponsored walk for Cancer Research.

The walk took us along Eastern Prom, up the sea front to Rest Bay and back with a stop at the Atlantic for light refreshments. This is part of our efforts to raise funds for this worthwhile charity and enables our members to interact with each other, to exchange hits tips and ideas, as well as being part of our ‘Body Majic’

The community choir Laura Bradshaw leads in Cardiff, Barry and Betws entertained the public with a range of songs from around the world.

The Fairtrade cafe provided beverages, delicious homemade cake and snacks. Children made their own flags illustrating what made them happy.

The atmosphere was warm and welcoming and most people found something there to put a smile back on their faces.

As there was no funding for this day all those who took part did so voluntarily. From the great response Isis had on the day they are looking at organising future events.

If you would like to be put on their mailing list or are interested in being part of the next event then contact Siobhan on 07866277560 or email freshstart.grice@gmail.com Until further notice their web address is www.siobhangrice. com NeviLLe evaNs

programme it certainly ticked all the boxes. We also raised over £250 thanks to everyone’s generosity.

Christmas is only 15 weeks away myself and Gaynor are gearing up to welcome and support new members. Please feel free to come along to our groups on Monday evenings Gilgal Church Hall Woodland Ave @ 5.30pm or Wednesday mornings at Trinity Church Hall @ 9.30am, where you will receive a warm welcome. from us, the group and Slimming World we both look forward to meeting you.

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Tzatziki recipe iNGRedieNTs

• 350g/12oz Greek yoghurt • 1 cucumber • 2 tbsp lemon juice • 2 cloves of garlic, grated finely • dash of extra virgin olive oil • paprika, for sprinkling

The Cuisine scene Welcome to the second edition of ‘The Cuisine Scene’. As promised this month it’s Greek Cuisine.

Greek Cuisine is a diverse Mediterranean cuisine. The most famous of foods are olives, cheese such as feta, aubergine, zucchini (courgette), and yoghurt.

Greek cuisine uses olive oil and herb flavourings more than other Mediterranean Cuisines which gives it a distinctive taste. Common herbs include basil and fennel seed. Persillade’s a seasoning or sauce made with parsley and other seasonings including garlic, herbs and vinegar. Combined with bread crumbs, it is used as crust for roasted lamb chops.

Mezés is a collective name for a variety of hot, cold, spicy or savory small dishes served as an appetizer very popular in Greece.

It’s a great way to sample local Greek dishes and is often served with wine and dips such as tzatziki, a delicious yoghurt and cucumber dip served with pita bread.

Greek cuisine boasts a tradition of over 4,000 years. Its flavours are traditional to the seasons and its geography. Its culinary influence spread via ancient Rome, throughout Europe and beyond. The cuisine reached America in the 18th century and has continued to spread thanks. It is now widely celebrated through festivals, famously in Boston and Santa Cruz, California.

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Last night I saw a yeti by the jetty, who came from the Serengeti, she was sitting on a settee, she said my name is betty, I’m having a cup of Tetley, while I’m waiting for some spaghetti.

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Newton Church

Laughing child

Newton is a praying church where love and grace abounds: I know, because they pray for me, for many are my wounds.

When times were dark I felt a peace that cannot be explained: All I know is Christ was there, with me, amidst my pains.

So if you pass this little church while walking to the beach: Stop awhile and meditate; God’s never out of reach.

This church has stood the test of time through many centuries: A house of prayer for pilgrims to rest upon their knees And praise our loving Father for bringing them this far: With thankful hearts they travel on, although their journey may be long; Renewed by prayer, refreshed by grace; They met God within this place.

Hear the happy laughter peeling See the tiny footsteps reeling Watch the tottering and the tumbling And the rising up again For this life is ours for living Given for love and joy and singing And for always overcoming Though our tumbling cause us pain

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The missing poem!

The short hot shadows we seem to crave Are turning tall and thin The summer sun now fades away As the winter sun creeps in

Last night

so I said, I’ll ring a rasta with a blaster, who looks like chan canasta, but it wont be a disaster , coz there’s no one who is faster he’s the master at delivering pasta.

Know that life is still for living Given for laughter, love and singing And in all for growing, learning Even through the loss or pain Sometimes still we’re tottering, stumbling But we’ll not indulge in grumbling Know we’re made for overcoming And to laugh and rise again PauLiNe LeWis Porthcawl

dog’s home

so Betty was happy. then I saw a, ghurka in a burka not working, eating a gherkin, and smirkin while he was lurkin behind a firkin. so I said, burka off man,

Sam: Basset Hound

and do some flik flaks in your flip flops while eating tik taks in your nick nacks.

Tommy: Bulldog

but as he flipped he then slipped and he clipped his top lip on the tip of a pip of my grandfathers blood orange

The short hot shadows we seem to crave Are no longer tall and thin The winter sun has crept away And the summer sun crept in.

Sam walked into the dog’s home his heart a heavy stone.

He spied a friendly bulldog and thought.

‘I’m not alone.’

Tommy moved up close and said. “Don’t you worry mate, It’s not all doom and gloom here, but neither is it great.”

Said Sam, “Thanks, for the info I’m really feeling low, Once old, you are unwanted: then they let you go, I have been replaced already by a Bichon, or some such.

A fluffy empty headed pup, no-one could call him butch.

I gave them, years of service, love, loyalty and more.

But now, none of that matters, since I’ve been shown the door.”

Tommy said. “Don’t worry Sam you’re not alone my friend.

Bulldogs aren’t wanted anymore; we’re no longer the trend.

Just forget about the past Sam when you were at your best.

Our working days are over lad, now we can have a rest.”

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The trees that once stood tall and proud Are turning bare and cold And as the leaves float gently down They paint the landscape gold A single snow drop gently falls Soon joined by many more As day light breaks dawn then reveals A blanket on the floor The winter sun now starts to shine and gently warms the ground And soon the silence is replaced By a ‘trickling water’ sound Trees that once stood bare and cold Have buds all fresh and new And a sea of blue bells in the woods Are fed by morning dew

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untitled Poem #904 I am standing in the rain, Alone; Naked.

I stare out into the fog That hugs me like An old friend.

The sky never stops crying.

Leaking its liquids, Forming stalactites over my eyes.

Where am I? How did I get here?

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I’m in the shower.

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Have you ever wondered what Margam Park would have looked like in 1700?

If you have, then come for a visit to see two new topographical paintings. They show opposite views of Margam House, built by the Mansel family out of the remains of Margam Abbey in the 16th century. The house was destroyed in the 18th century and these are the only substantial visual records of the house that exist today.

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What a busy month!

I was an extra in a band’s promo, filmed and interviewed for a new ‘Rock Talk’ TV internet series and was even dropped off in a haunted churchyard!

Mind you, the only thing that went ‘bump in the night’ was me! (Blame my minders – I still have the bruises!)

Talking of walls, I really enjoyed prog band ‘Adrian’s Wall’s’ party gig and guitarist Jeff Wills is one of the best in the business. Support act

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When Henry VIII dissolved Margam Abbey in 1536, Sir Rice Mansel bought the estate and began to convert the old monastery into a family home.

A few years later, he was given permission to form a walled park around the house; from this point Margam Park was born. It was developed and extended by successive members of the family over the next 150 years and is a visual testimony to the Mansel family’s command over the locality and its people.

The paintings provide a glimpse into the lives of the Mansel-Talbot families, who dominated life during this period, but are also important documents of a landscape and a way of life which has now been completely transformed by industrialisation.

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‘The Buffet’ didn’t turn up so while they played the ‘Genesis’ classic ‘Supper’s Ready’ I dashed to the nearest chippy! Jamie Paul, ex-drummer with ‘Toys Out Of My Pram’, famous for throwing his sticks at band members during his solo spot, is back with ‘The Whole Hogg’ – check ‘em out.

The Newton Beer Festival was top drawer. Great crowd and great bands – well done to Steve Maitland Thomas and gang for all their hard work. Jordan Marks (no relations) is making a name for himself on YouTube. Have a listen – he’s good. The brilliant Martyn Joseph is at the Grand Pavilion on Friday 4th October.

And finally, happy birthday to my good friend Murf, who runs the popular Acoustic Night every Thursday at The Swan, Nottage.

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Pyle & Porthcawl Photographic society Our new season started with a high on 12th September, with a superb presentation about sports photography by Ian Cook, a professional sports photographer.

Although officially were we in the closed season in July and August, we still met every Thursday evening for field trips. Field trips are a great

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Since 1996 Silures has been holding exhibitions at its gallery in South Road, which developed quite quickly from a large garage to a quality exhibition space.

The gallery is in fact owned by George Goddard, who was one

way of learning new skills from others, and it’s surprising how many images taken on our field trips actually end up in our competitions and exhibitions.

Full details of our programme and field trips are available on our website 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 come and join us.

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of the founder members. In October the public have the opportunity to view an exhibition of his most recent pastel and pencil work. For many years George has donated a number of his paintings for fundraising in aid of a variety of local charities. This is an exhibition well worth seeing.

The exhibition will be held at Silures Gallery, 40 South Road, Porthcawl CF36 3DG from Saturday 5th October 2013 to Sunday 3rd November 2013 Open. 11am to 4.30pm weekends and bank holidays. saNdRa WiNTLe

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By the time you read this our annual concert will, we hope, have been an outstanding success.

With a guest artiste of the calibre of John Owen Jones, it cannot fail to be and at the time of writing ticket sales were rapidly heading towards a full house. Organising such an event requires a great deal of hard work on the part of our MD, Mair Jones, Secretary, Ray

Street, Chairman, Roy Bowen and Treasurer Howard Evans.

Special mention must be made of Brian Whitehead who did an outstanding job in designing and publishing the programme.

Finally, of course, the choristers, without whom there would be no concert.

The ‘Dilwyn Evans Bursary’ awarded annually by the choir to a young person who has been accepted by a university or college to study music, has this year been awarded to Porthcawl Comprehensive pupil, Daniel Pugh-Lloyd who will read music at St. Peters College Oxford. He was trained in the organ at Margam Abbey by Robert Court and honed his skills in this magnificent instrument in Porthcawl’s All Saints and St John’s churches. We wish Daniel every success in both his University education and future musical career JoHN WiLLiaMs

oasis experience @ the Hi Tide The Oasis Experience make their eagerly anticipated return to the Hi Tide in Porthcawl on the 18th of October.

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From 25th to 27th October the Splashup will be bringing lots of people to Porthcawl for a festival of watersports and music!

The dramatic lit-up Esplanade sets the scene for the night surf, projection show and live music on both Friday and Saturday nights.

From 10am to late afternoon on Saturday you can see surf competitions and try watersports - such as surfing and power kiting at Rest Bay and kayaking and stand up paddle-boarding on Coney Beach - all for free. All day open-top double-decker buses give unique coastline views as they shuttle from the beach to the live music, segway and

alike band but the real deal. If you don’t get the chance to see them then you are missing out.

The last time The Oasis Experience played the Hi Tide it was a complete sell out, so call the Hi Tide on: 01656 782432 to secure your tickets before it’s too late! Check out the band in action at: www.facebook. com/oasisexperience or www. theoasisexperience.co.uk . Or follow them on twitter: @ oasisxperience. aNdReW CoCkeL

other family friendly fun in the town centre.

Catching the Wave is the theme for Splashup 2013; how people have been inspired by the sea throughout Porthcawl’s history. An arts team is working with us to give plenty of community involvement in the opening sequence and the night time projections. Check http://splashup.wordpress.com/ to get involved.

The whole movement is a collaboration between local associations and watersports companies and funded through Bridgend Council, Arts Council of Wales and the European Regional Development Fund.

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Open from 12 pm.

As part of the Splash-up weekend, saturday 26th October, Sustainable Wales are organising a mini cultural festival with live performance, poetry, music, film and painting. Alongside there will be opportunity to browse stalls, join activities, have a coffee or a drink.

Enjoy a performance of ‘Josephine’s Rain’ by Robert Minhinnick, Peter Morgan, Richard Thomas, Eamon Bourke and Siobhan Grice.

‘Josephine’s Rain’ is a thirty minute evocation of the extraordinary storm that did so much damage to Porthcawl in 1995. For those who remember

The Wave of Change and Lantern decorating october 26th: The Wave of Change. 1pm – 5pm The stage door and 5.30pm – 6.30pm Coney Beach

Artist Siobhan Grice will be doing a three-part public art installation entitled ‘The Wave of Change’. She began this with ‘Watching’ on 21st September, a 24hr stay on Coney Beach followed by ‘Catching’ in the Pavilion’s Stage Door between 1pm – 4.30pm where images of her stay on Coney Beach shown alongside a public air and share of views on the changes you’d like to see in Porthcawl. See Sustainable Wales for exact times and other events there that day.

‘Josephine’ the winds were close to hurricane status, sinking boats and destroying part of the seafront, together with the weather vane on the Pavilion roof. Was it an indication of climate change? Who can say?

The performers promise a musical and poetic dramatisation of a famous incident in recent history, the ‘Porthcawl hurricane’. Artist, Siobhan Grice, will be painting live whilst the music plays. Eamon Bourke will screen his speciallycommissioned film.

The Sustainable Wales ‘Green Room’ mini-festival commences noon on Saturday, 26th October. Donations welcome on the door.

For more details of all the event, stalls and activities see http://www.sustainablewales. org.uk/events/ or tel 01656 783962 MaRGaReT MiNHiNNiCk

You can also decorate your own lantern ready to be taken down to the waters’ edge for sunset on Coney Beach. Meet at the front of The Pavilion at 5pm for 5.30 at Coney Beach shoreline to light your lanterns for the changes you wish to see entitled ‘Becoming’. See www. siobhangrice.com 19th october 2013: Lantern decorating. 11am – 2pm sussed, James street

Come and decorate your recycled glass jars at Sussed to use as lanterns on Coney Beach shoreline for sunset at 5.30pm on Saturday 26th October as part of artist Siobhan Grice’s Wave of Change as part of Splash Up events. For more details see www.siobhangrice. com sioBHaN GRiCe

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Martyn Joseph and Paper Aeroplanes @ The Grand Pavilion, Porthcawl. 7.30pm start. 01656 815995, www.grandpavilion.co.uk

Fashion Show With Cheese and Wine. In aid of LATCH, The Welsh Children’s Cancer Charity. @ the Hi-Tide, Porthcawl. Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets £7. Phone Jennifer Davies on 07928 916279 to book your table. Many gift stalls available

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In aid of The National Childbirth Trust Vale and Valleys Branch.

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Contact Anne: 01656 772725, email: swimschoolwales@yahoo.co.uk • ANCIENT ART Of • COMEDY IMPRO CLUB £15 per BELLRINGING, PORTHCAWL term. Grand Pavilion, Porthcawl. For @ St. Johns Church, Newton Green, more info or to book a place, call Tracy Porthcawl 7.45-9pm. Email ruth.birch@ on (01656) 815995 hotmail.co.uk • CREATIVE STITCHING, CEfN • BALLROOM & SEQUENCE CRIBWR (Term time only) WEA DANCING, PORTHCAWL Creative Stitching Class in Bethlehem (ExCEPT BANK HOLS) @ Church Life Centre. 12pm–2pm. Learn the Awel-y-Mor Centre. 2–4.30pm. some new techniques and meet new Admission £2. Tel: 01656 653914 people. More info: Kim 02920 382431, • BCLC CEfN CRIBWR Buzz soft courseinfosouth@swales.wea.org.uk play 0 -3yrs: 10.30am–1pm £3/child • CYLCH MEITHRIN, Rock Kidz 4–8yrs: 4.30–6.30pm PORTHCAWL Open Mon–Fri £2.50 per child (including snack) 9.15am-1.15pm. Welsh Nursery at Youth Monday 9–13yrs, 7–9pm, Tabernacl Chapel, Fenton Place. 2+ years 50p entry Mybclc Gym Open • DANCE CLASSES, 9am–7pm, Mon–Fri; Sat: 9am –12noon.

BRYNTIRION @ the Dance Studio, 07557 479770 to arrange other times.

Mount Pleasant, Bryntirion. Classes in Mybclc coffee bar Open 10am – cheerleading/hip hop/jive for kids/line 2.30pm, Mon–Thurs; Fri: 10am–1pm @ adult jive classes 8–9pm. Tel: 07980 Bethlehem Church Life Centre, 01656 039128 745655. Facebook us: BCLC Kids • DRAGON SPORT NETBALL, • BELLY DANCING CLASSES KENfIG HILL 5-6pm @ Cynffig Beginners and refreshers @ the Dance Sports Hall. Contact: Debbie 07890 Centre, Elm Crescent, Bryntirion 582636 (next to Filco) 6–7pm. Contact • HATHA YOGA CLASSES, Linda 01656 863639/07824 874511, PORTHCAWL 6.30–8pm @ St elindiabellydance@gmail.com Clare’s School. All levels welcome.

• BINGO, KENfIG HILL @ the Please contact Alan Davies, British Talbot Community Centre, Prince Road Wheel of Yoga teacher, on 01639 888705 from 6.30 pm. Please phone Cheryl on • INDOOR 5-A-SIDE fOOTBALL 01656 749754 for more information LEAGUE, MAESTEG @ Maesteg • BRIDGEND & DISTRICT Comprehensive 6–9pm. Boys 13–15 CAMERA CLUB @ Nolton Church years. Call Phil on 07535 254290 or Hall, Merthyr Mawr Rd, Bridgend, email philipnmorgan@sky.com 7.30pm. Disabled access. Contact: • JOY Of LIVING Meditation group. info@bridgendcameraclub.co.uk Every 1st & 3rd Monday @ Friends • BRIDGEND WARRIORS Meeting House, 87 Park St, Bridgend.

KICKBOxING CLUB, CF31 4AZ, 7.30–9 pm. Current theme: BRIDGEND Above Codys, The ‘Loving Kindness and Compassion’ and Dunraven Arms Hotel, Bridgend. asking the question, “Is it possible to Beginners: 6.30–8pm, graded practice loving kindness and compassion members: 7.30–9pm (times overlap). in a world filled with hatred and anger?” kkaw_copp@hotmail.com Guided meditations, group discussion • BRIDGEND U3A, BRIDGEND and support offered. All welcome.

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Juniors (6–15 years) 6.30–7.30pm.

Age 0-3. £3 1st child, subsequent Seniors (16+) 8–9pm. Term time only children half price • CRUSE BEREAVEMENT CARE - • KENfIG HILL & DISTRICT MALE VOICE CHOIR Rehearsals MORGANNWG 1st and 3rd Monday of each month (Bank Holidays excluded). in the Choral Suite, Green Acre Motel, North Cornelly, 7–9pm. Tel 01656 Friendship/Social Group @ the ARC 740766 centre, Bridgend, 6.30–8.30pm. Contact • KYOKUSHIN KARATE, CEfN 01792 462845 or just drop in CRIBWR @ Green Hall Cefn • CHILDREN’S DANCE CLASSES Cribwr. Juniors Training: 6.30–7.30pm; For ages 3 to 18 years, 4–8pm @ The Seniors 6.30–8.30pm. First lesson Dance Centre, Bridgend. 01656 652165. free. Juniors £2.50, Seniors £3.00. www.dancecentre-bridgend.com Ages 6–104. Beginners and improver’s • CHILDREN’S SWIMMING welcome. Come and get fi t and learn the LESSONS, BRIDGEND @

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Also on Thursdays • MENTAL HEALTH WELLBEING GROUP @ Sarn Life Centre, 6.30–7.30pm. Experienced mental health issues? No referral needed, all are welcome, just to pop along and have a cuppa in a relaxed and informal setting.

• MID GLAMORGAN ACCORDION BAND, PYLE Rehearsals at Pyle Rugby Club 7–9pm.

Beginners and other instruments welcome. Contact Allan: 01639 888053 or Gerry: 016567 784904 • MINI ROCK MONDAY 5–6.30pm.

BCLC Cefn Cribwr www.mybclc.org/ 01656 745655. Age 4–9. £2 inc. tuck shop, drink, craft • MONKEY MUSIC fOR BABIES & TODDLERS, BRIDGEND Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers. 3 months–4 years grouped according to age. @ St Marys RC Church Hall, Ewenny Road, Bridgend. Book your FREE class and view out latest timetable at www.monkeymusic.com or contact Emma on 01656 649190 vale. bridgend@monkeymusic.co.uk • OVER 50s KEEP-fIT, BRACKLA Brackla Community Centre. 10.30– 11.30am. Call Pat on 01656 785148 • PENCOED & DISTRICT CHORAL SOCIETY, PENCOED @ Salem Chapel Vestry, Coychurch Road, Pencoed, 7.30–9.30pm. Mixed voices, new members welcome. Contact Helen: 01656 861481 • PORTHCAWL CHORAL SOCIETY PRACTICE @ Trinity Church 7.15–9.15pm. Mixed voice choir.

New members welcome. 01656 784211 • PORTHCAWL DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB @ The Rest Hotel, 7pm. Contact Tricia: 01656 785794 • PORTHCAWL RUGBY UNDER 14s Training has now started, 6pm at South Road, Porthcawl. New players welcome. Any enquires please call Steve Protheroe 07889 022477 • PORTHCAWL SHOTOKAN KARATE CLUB 5–7pm, Awel-y-Mor, Porthcawl. Beginners & training for Graded Martial Arts students of all ages (grading every 3 months). Christian Whale (5th Dan): 07784 317151.

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

GROUP @ The Pier Hotel, Porthcawl (except Bank Holidays).

10.30am–12.30pm. Also on Fridays. Info: geoffstone44@gmail.com • SING AND SIGN, BABY SIGN LANGUAGE & MUSIC CLASS @ Brackla Tabernacle, Bridgend, CF31 2PQ. Stage 1: 1–2 pm. For more information or to book please contact Beverley on 07583 087157 or email beverleythomas@singandsign.co.uk www.singandsign.co.uk • SLIMMING WORLD, PORTHCAWL @ Gilgal Church Hall, Woodland Ave, Porthcawl. 5.30pm. Tel Bev: 07912 172674 • SNAC - SPECIAL NEEDS ACTIVITY CLUB, MARGAM Adult Social Night 6.30–9pm £4. Call Cheryl 01639 899666 • SUN’S INTERNAL MARTIAL ARTS, SELf DEfENCE fOR THE RETIRED, PORTHCAWL @ Awel y Mor Centre, 10am. Contact John 01656 784991. sunsdragon@hotmail.com • TAI BO KICK AEROBICS, PYLE @ Church Hall Pyle 7-8pm. Kids Taekwon Do 5.30-6.30pm @ Pyle Life Centre. Qualified Tai Bo & 2nd Degree ITF Black Belt Instructor. Pls see Thurs listing for additional classes. Contact Sarah on 07773 041339 or 01656 743478 • TAI CHI fOR HEALTH, PORTHCAWL @ Awel Y Mor Centre, Porthcawl. 10am. Beginners welcome. www.cobwebs.uk.net/suntaiji • TANG SOO DO, PYLE & DISTRICT (Korean self defence). No training fee for 1st month. 5–6.30pm mixed class (also Fridays). Upstairs in Pyle Life Center contact Kyo Sa Nim Gareth Powell on 01656 659592/ 07884 295499/gareth.powell@tangsoodo. co.uk • TRINITY ART GROUP @Trinity Church, Porthcawl, 7pm. Beginners & experienced artists, 14+. Wide range of media, subjects and approaches. Also on Fridays, 1–4.30pm. Jean: 01656 783017 • YOGA CLASSES, PORTHCAWL With Carol Curtis Jones. British Wheel of Yoga teacher. Trinity Church, Porthcawl 1–3pm and Awel-y-Mor, 7.15–9pm.

Beginners welcome. 01656 773266 • ZUMBA fITNESS CLASS @ 10.30 am at Gilgal Hall, Woodland Avenue, Porthcawl with Nikki, qualified Fitness and Zumba Instructor, insured and CRB checked. £3.50 per class. Please wear trainers and prepare to sweat! All abilities welcome

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Pam Hardwicke (Head Coach). glyn.hardwicke@gmail.com • PORTHCAWL MALE CHOIR PRACTICE 7.30–9.30pm @ Arlington Road Church, Porthcawl. New members welcomed. Enjoy being part of a Male Voice Choir giving concerts in Porthcawl, the UK and abroad. Contact Ray Street 01656 771214. Also on Fridays PORTHCAWL MUSIC SOCIETY (CLASSICAL) Every 2nd & 4th Tues of the month. 2pm @ Brentwood Hotel, Porthcawl. New members welcome.

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

Contact Rachel on 07545 246091 or email Porthcawlscc@hotmail.co.uk Also on Fridays • PYLE & CORNELLY KYOKUSHIN KARATE 7pm– 8.30pm. Main Hall, Pyle Life Centre, Helig Fan, Pyle. Karate, Fitness, Self Defence. Contact Shihan Paul Greenway 5th Dan, paul.greenway@tiscali.co.uk Also on Thursdays • ST JOHN (CYMRU) WALES Come and learn about First Aid. Cadets and Badgers (ages 5–10 years) meet in Trinity Church on Tuesdays 6–7.30pm.

Call Pat 01656 782613 for more info • SHOTOKAN KARATE, PORTHCAWL @ St John’s School, 6.30–7.30pm. 07951 455 246. All welcome • SLAPPINGSKINS AfRICAN DRUM WORKSHOP, BRIDGEND Workshops at Heronsbridge School, Bridgend. 6–7pm for beginners; 7–8pm for regulars. All instruments provided. Contact Aaron at www.slappingskins.co.uk • STORYTIME fOR CHILDREN, PENCOED Pencoed Library. 2.30pm.

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New members welcome. Joan: 01656 740840 • POEMS AND PINTS, PORTHCAWL 7.30pm, every 3rd Tuesday: Lorelei Inn, Esplanade Avenue, Porthcawl. All those with an active interest in poetry welcome. poemspints. webs.com • PORTHCAWL GAMES CLUB Table top, role playing games and fantasy board games played. 11+, adults and teenagers welcome. find us on facebook or 01656788757 for any other details

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9.30–10.30am & 10.30–11.30am. Based on Pilates. £4. Your teacher is two time Olympian silver medal winner Sue Cheesbrough. Ring 07866 313623 for more details.

• fRENCH & SPANISH CLUBS fOR CHILDREN, BRIDGEND Aged 4–11 years. A fun program all in French and Spanish. alicastanera@ googlemail.com or 07533 597229 • GROUNDWORK ACTIVE PLAY SESSIONS Ages 8-12 @ Newton Park.

4–6pm. A supervised 2 hour activity session with trained Groundwork staff and PCSO Holly. Sports, arts and crafts, and general outdoor activities. Activities are led by the children that attend.

• GYMTOTS, KENfIG HILL 2–5yrs @ Cynffig Sports hall. Contact: Debbie 07890 582636 • HATHA YOGA CLASS @ the YMCA on John Street, Porthcawl. Mixed ability class, so all levels welcome. 10– 11.30am. For more info contact Michele 07793 544 956 email: mail@ michelelambertyoga.co.uk www. michelelambertyoga.co.uk • KICKBOxING CLASSES: BEGINNERS ONLY, BRIDGEND @ Jeff’s Kickboxing Gym, Dunraven Arms. 6.30–8pm • KETTLE BELL CLASSES @ Cynffig Comprehensive. 5.15–6.15pm.

All over body workout. Interested? please contact Debbie on 07779 709814.

Also on a Thursday, 5.45–6.45pm • 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.

Web: www.ttfuk.co.uk Also on Fridays • LIBRARY READERS’ GROUPS @ Pencoed Library, every 2nd Tuesday of the month, 10am. Tel: 01656 754840 www.bridgend.gov.uk/libraries, Also @ Aberkenfig Library – every 1st Tuesday of the month,11.30am. 01656 754820, abkenlib@bridgend.gov.uk.

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

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Contact Rob on F700pff@aol.com or 01656 746564 • ADULT MUSIC WORKSHOPS, PORTHCAWL Return to music. All instruments, all levels of ability. Dust off that old guitar and come along! Rock and Arts Club, 41 John Street, Porthcawl.

7-9pm with new groups opening on other nights. £20 per month. 01656 856074 for more information • ADULT AQUA fIT CLASS, PORTHCAWL Splashland, Trecco Bay Holiday Park, Porthcawl. Starts 7pm. Classes run school term times only.

Information: Call Diane 07966 529417 • AEROBICS, KENfIG HILL 6.15–7.15pm @ Cynffig Sports Hall, everyone welcome. Contact: Debbie 07890 582636. Also on Sunday 5–6pm • BELLY DANCING CLASSES Improvers @ the Dance Centre, Elm Crescent, Bryntirion (next to Filco) 6 - 7pm. Contact Linda 01656 863639/07824 874511, elindiabellydance@gmail.com • BOUNCE & RHYME SESSIONS fOR BABIES & TODDLERS, PORTHCAWL @ Porthcawl Library, 10am (term time only). 01656 754845, www.bridgend.gov.uk/libraries • BRIDGEND ATHLETICS CLUB Adult beginners and improvers jog club @ Bridgend AC track, next to Newbridge Fields, meet at 6.30pm, More info: Jon, treasurer@bridgendac.co.uk • BRIDGEND & DISTRICT BONSAI SOCIETY, PYLE 1st Tuesday of every month @ Pyle Church hall, opposite Clarke’s garage, 7pm. New members always welcomed. Secretary: 01656 742008, Chairman: 01656 742077 • BRIDGEND HOME EDUCATORS A support, educational and social group for families who are educating their children at home. Tondu Wesley Methodist Church, 10am till 2pm.

See the website for more details: www. bridgendhomeeducators.org • BRIDGEND RAMBLERS A bi-weekly programme of walks between 7m and 10m. Meet at Pyle Swimming Pool, we’re gone by 9am. See www. bridgendramblers.co.uk for programme • CHESS CLUB, BRIDGEND @ the function room, West House public house, West House, Cefn Glas, Bridgend. All beginners & experienced players welcome. 7–10 30pm. Contact: kearn7@aol.com • CHILDREN’S STORYTIME, PYLE @ Pyle Life Centre from 2.15–2.45pm. FREE. Tel: 01656 754850 email: pylelib@bridgend.gov.uk • CORNELLY LUNCHEON CLUB @ Cornelly Community Centre, 12.30pm. All welcome for good home cooked food, set meal £3.50 (main meal/pudding and t/coffee). Great company great food! Also on a Thursday • CYLCH TI & fI (BILINGUAL MOTHER & TODDLER GROUP), PORTHCAWL Ti a Fi Tabernacle, Neuadd Eglwys Tabernacle Church Hall, Elder Lane, Bridgend, 12.45 –2.15pm.

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Bryntirion, Tel: 01656 652165 • REVOLUTIONISE DANCE SCHOOL Acrobatic dance: 5–6pm; Also, mixed modern and street: Fridays 4.45–6.45pm and mixed dance and cheerleading: Saturdays 10am–12noon.

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

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Tel: 01656 754850, pylelib@bridgend. gov.uk • TABERNACL MUSIC SOCIETY CHOIR PRACTICE, BRIDGEND @ Tabernacl Chapel, Derwen Road, Bridgend. 7–8.45pm. Mixed Voice. New members welcome. Tel: 07974 765578 • TAI CHI A new Beginners Tai Chi & Qi Gong Classes, for relaxiation & good health at St Davids Church, Florence St Nottage. Loose clothing and flat shoes advisable. Each session £4. Contact Gilda on 07840 350167 • Tuesday Club Work with a range of artists throughout the year. Older people: 1–3pm; Kids (8–12 years): 4–5.30pm. £3 per session. Grand Pavilion, 01656 815995 • TUMBLE TOTS, Coychurch @ Williams Memorial Hall. Ages 6 months to 3 years. www.tumbletots. com/cardiff-south or 01446 500526 (times vary according to age) • WELSH LANGUAGE GROUP, ABERKENFIG @ Aberkenfig Library.

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

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A fun Welsh medium youth group. caelleucu@aol.com or 07790 216312 • ATTENTION ALL RAFA CLUB MEMBERS! For your entertainment bingo is held at the club at 7.30pm.

Guests are welcome • BADMINTON COACHING, KENFIG HILL @ Cynffig Sports Hall. 6–7pm, 7–11yrs. £1.50. Call Debbie 07890 582636 • BALLROOM & LATIN Beginners & improvers 7–9pm @ The Dance Centre, Bridgend. 01656 652165 www.dancecentre-bridgend.com • BODY TONING - PILATES (mat required) Use of weights and resistance bands optional. 9.45–10.45am Awel y Mor Community Centre, Porthcawl.

• BOWLS, PORTHCAWL @ Griffin Park, from 3pm. From beginners to players with years of experience. The 91 Club is a mixed, non-league club. Also on Fridays & Sundays from 3pm. You are all welcomed to our friendly club.

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Service user led group, providing support and information for people affected by drug and alcohol and their families. Contact Linda: 01656 763117 (Mondays only), abm.bigbridgend@ wales.nhs.uk • BRIDGEND COUNTY SHOW MEETINGS @ Bridgend Festivals Office, Cambria House, Wyndham St. 1st Wed of the month at 6.30pm. Tel: 01656 661338 www.bridgend-events.co.uk • BRIDGEND PARKINSONS GROUP Every 2nd Wednesday @ Llys Faen Community Hall, Quarella Road.

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

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• Judokwai, Bridgend @ Cefn Glas, Bridgend, 07958 145535 (Mat).

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

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

Tone up those areas and burn fat. Good for posture and core strength. £3.50 all fitness levels welcome. Qualified Fitness Instructor Hannah Bowen 07886 487853 • JUNIOR & YOUTH THEATRE WORKSHOPS, PORTHCAWL (5–25) During school term-time. Also Saturdays and Sundays. More info: 01656 815995 or pavilion@bridgend. gov.uk • Kettle Bell Classes @ Cynffig Comprehensive School’s main hall. 6–6.45pm. Debbie: 07779 709814 • LIBRARY READERS’ GROUP, PORTHCAWL @ Porthcawl Library, 3rd Wednesday of the month at 2pm.

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

Beginners welcome. Mostly over 50s.

Phone Pat on 01656 785148 for info.

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

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

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9.30am–11am. Call Gaynor 01656 788763 • TABLE TOP SALE @ Griffin Park Community Centre, 10am–2pm. Coffee, tea and snacks available. Traders and crafters welcome. Phone 01656 772534 for bookings and further information • TAI CHI CLASS Traditional Sun Style Taijiquan. Newton Institute. 10–11am.

Other classes held throughout the Borough. Instructor G Lake, email:

Caringspirit15@yahoo.co.uk • YOGA CLASSES, PORTHCAWL with Carol Curtis-Jones, British Wheel of Yoga teacher. At Unitarian Chapel, Nottage: 7.15–9pm. Beginners welcome.

Tel. 01656 773266 • YOUTH CLUB, SENIOR @ Porthcawl YMCA, The Y Centre 25 John Street. The place to be on a Wednesday evening. 6.30–8.30pm. Over 11s. £1 entry. Free for first time users • ZUMBA @ Bryntirion Comp School 6–7pm. £4 per class. Bring a bottle of water. All abilities welcome. No need to be a dancer, just feel the beat and move your feet. Qualified instructor for 15 years, teaching Zumba for 3 years. Info: Diane 07773 912728 or on instructors website www.zumba.com Also on Mondays at Scouts Hall, Llangewydd Road opposite playing fields just off Merlin Crescent, Bryntirion • ZUMBA GOLD WITH ZUMBA GOLD TONING Designed for the older adult and also those requiring less impact and a slower paced workout. 11am–12.00noon at Awel y Mor Community Centre, Porthcawl £4.

Hannah Bowen: 07886 487853. Starts 16th October • ZUMBA WORKOUT @ 7.45 pm at the Glamorgan Holiday Home, Pothcawl with Nikki, Qualified Fitness and Zumba Instructor. Insured and CRB checked. £3.50 per class. Please wear trainers and prepare to sweat!

Thursday • 1ST CORNELLY SCOUT GROUP Scout Troop. Ages 10–14, 7–9pm @ Cornelly Scout & Guide Hall, Meadow Street, North Corrnelly. Contact Rob on F700pff@aol.com or 01656 746564 • 1ST NOTTAGE SCOUT BEAVER COLONY For boys and girls, 6–8 years old. 6.30–7.45pm at Nottage Scout Hut. More information please call Anne on 01656 772725 email anne.davidson71@ hotmail.co.uk • 1ST PORTHCAWL SCOUT GROUP BEAVER COLONY 6–8yrs. 5.15–6.30pm @ Woodland Hall, Woodland, Avenue, Porthcawl. Meirion 784711; davidmann.lewis@virgin.net • AEROBICS CLASS, BRYNTIRION @ the Dance Studio, Mount Pleasant, Bryntirion (next to the community Centre) 6.15–7.15pm. Call

Debbie 07779 709814 • ARCHAEOLOGY CYMRU BRIDGEND 2pm at the Hope Baptist Church, Station Hill, Bridgend CF31 1EA. We will examine reconstructing the landscape in the past around Glamorgan, and further afield. Open to anyone.

Ccontact usu at: 07751 255725, or email: karljlangford@hotmail.com • ASPERGER’S SYNDROME SUPPORT GROUP by Spectrum, a charitable organisation set up to provide information and support to adults with Asperger`s Syndrome. At the YMCA in Porthcawl, 11.30–2.30 on the 1st floor.

For details call Susan 01656 772534 • BINGO & SOCIAL AfTERNOON, PORTHCAWL @ Awel-y-Mor Centre, 1.45–4pm. All welcome.

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

More info: 01656 658479 • BRIDGEND fESTIVALS COMMITTEE @ Bridgend Festivals Office, Cambria House, Wyndham Street, Bridgend. 1st Thursday of the month at 10am. For more info: 01656 661338; e-mail: king-barry@btconnect.com www.bridgend-events.co.uk • BRIDGEND PHILATELIC SOCIETY, BRIDGEND 2nd & 4th Thursday each month @ the Gospel Hall, Oddfellows St, 7.30–9.30pm. Tel: 01656 653753 • BRIDGEND SUGARCRAfT CLUB 1st Thurs of the month, 7–9.30pm @ Miners Welfare Hall, Heol Y Groes Pencoed. Demonstrations/ workshops, fun, laughter & complimentary refreshments. No experience required. Members £3, non-members £5. jgmoneybox-two@yahoo.co.uk • BRIDGEND TOWN AfC Under 12s football. Training at Newbridge Fields, Bridgend. 6–7pm. John: 07800 540309 • CHILDREN’S STORYTIME, PYLE @ Pyle Life Centre from 11–11.30am. 01656 754850; pylelib@ bridgend.gov.uk • CHOIR PRACTICE, BRIDGEND Bridgend Male Choir. 7.30–9.30pm @ the Church Hall at St. Mary’s RC Church, Bridgend. Gareth: 07773 170373. www.

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10.30–11.30am. Based on Pilates. £4.

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

Tel: Sue 01656 659676 • fRIENDSHIP CLUB @ Cornelly Community Church, Greenfield Terrace, every Thursday 9.30 - 12.00. Pop in, with or without a friend for free coffee/ cakes/ conversation/events and make new friends. Everyone welcome. More info: Ann 01656 743864 or Brenda 01656 749614 • HATHA YOGA All levels welcome.

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

6–7pm. Loose clothing to start • LIBRARY READERS’ GROUP, PYLE @ Pyle Life Centre, every 3rd Thurs of the month at 7pm. Tel: 01656 754850 www.bridgend.gov.uk/libraries • LIfEGUARD CLUB - POOL TRAINING, PYLE @ Pyle Pool 8–10am. Tel: (01656) 771380 for details or www.restbaylifeguards.org.uk • MID GLAMORGAN MIxED CHOIR, PENCOED (Term time only) in The Bowls Club, Pencoed from 7.15–9pm. Call Louise on 01656 667451 • MONKEY MUSIC fOR BABIES & TODDLERS, BRIDGEND Award

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

• PENCOED LIFESAVING CLUB @ Pencoed Swimming Pool. If you’re aged 9-18 and would like to learn lifesaving skills with the opportunity to pursue nationally recognised qualifications in a friendly and fun environment then come along between 7pm-8pm to experience what we offer – bring your bathers – or phone Sarah on 07825 670905 for more details • PORTHCAWL DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB @ Awel-y-Mor, Porthcawl, 7pm. Contact Tricia: 01656 785794. Also on a Saturday • PORTHCAWL SHOTOKAN KARATE CLUB 5–6.30pm Awely-Mor, Porthcawl. Beginners & training for Graded Martial Arts students of all ages (grading every 3 months). Christian Whale (5th Dan): 07784 317151.

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

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

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Wendy: 01656 741166, email:wendy. jenkins@scope.org.uk • SHOTOKAN KARATE, PORTHCAWL @ St. John’s School, 6–7pm. Call Phil on 07951 455246. All welcome.

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

• SlimTONE SLIMMING CLASS 10–11am at the Y Centre Porthcawl and 9.30–10.30am at Cwrt Anghorfa (next to The Tap Public House). Contact Marie on 01656 870339 for further information • STAGECOACH THEATRE ARTS SCHOOL, BRIDGEND Performing arts classes, ages 3–18. Contact Helene on 01446 781454. www.stagecoach. co.uk/bridgend. Also on Friday & Saturday • TAI BO KICK AEROBICS, PYLE 7.15-8.15pm. Kids Taekwon Do 6pm-7pm both @ Pyle Life Centre.

Qualified Tai Bo & 2nd Degree ITF Black Belt Instructor. Pls see Monday listing for additional classes. Contact Sarah on 07773 041339 or 01656 743478 • TI A FI Y SGER PARENT TODDLER GROUP 9–11am.

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

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

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

Friday • ARCHAEOLOGY CYMRU WALKS 10am meeting at the Llantwit Major Train Station carpark. Looking at a wide range of archaeological sites throughout the Vale of Glamorgan. We look at Iron-Age hill-forts, medieval

castles, and even sites that we just discover along the way. Walking boots and refreshments a must. More info: 07751 255725 or email: karljlangford@ hotmail.com • BINGO, Kenfig Hill – after Luncheon Club. Eyes down at 1.45pm at the Talbot Community Centre, Kenfig Hill. More info: Cheryl on 01656 749754 • BOUNCE & RHYME SESSIONS FOR BABIES & TODDLERS @ Pyle Life Centre, 2pm. 01656 754850 pylelib@bridgend.gov.uk • BRIDGEND FUCHSIA SOCIETY, YNYSAWDRE @ Ynysawdre Community Centre. 1st Friday of the month, 7pm. All welcome! Call 01656 661338 / 07976 430086. king-barry@ btconnect.com • BRIDGEND WRITERS’ CIRCLE, BRIDGEND @ Bryntirion & Laleston Community Hall, Mount Pleasant, Bryntirion, CF31 4EF. 01656 772738. www.bridgendwriters.webs.com • CHARITY PUB QUIZ, PORTHCAWL @ Seagull Pub, Rest Bay, Porthcawl. 9pm. Proceeds to local charities.

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

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

Please email me for class times etc.

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

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

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

Open forum in Porthcawl to express your concerns. @ Trinity Church at 2pm.

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

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

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

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

5.30–6.30pm

Saturday • ART & CRAFT EXHIBITION First Saturday of every month at the Pier Hotel,11am–3pm. Free admission. All are very welcome. Info: geoffstone44@ gmail.com • BIRDING FOR BEGINNERS,

Deadline date is always the 15th of the month

KENFIG NATIONAL NATURE RESERVE 3rd Saturday of the month, 9am–12pm. Enjoy walks with the warden, in association with Glamorgan Bird Club. Meet at the Reserve Centre. Free admission and car park. 01656 743386 • 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 • CAR BOOT SALES, BRIDGEND @ The West House Pub. 9am–12pm. Set up 8am. Cars £5/Vans £8. All proceeds to local charities. Please contact Rob & Helen on 01656 653809 • CHARITY FUN QUIZ IN AID OF VELINDRE CANCER CARE @ the Swan Inn, Nottage, Porthcawl, 5.30pm.

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

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

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

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

Sunday • BRIDGEND RAMBLERS A weekly programme of three walks: long (10–12m), medium (7–9m) and short (4–6m). Meet at Bridgend Rec Centre.

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We’re gone by 9 am for long and 9:30 for medium and short walks. See www. bridgendramblers.co.uk for program.

• CAR BOOT SALE, BRIDGEND @ the multistorey car park next to Aldi, 7am–12pm. 80–200 car boot stalls each week! All proceeds invested into events in Bridgend. Tel: 01656 661338 • CAR BOOT SALES at the Rest Porthcawl 6am ‘til late. Extremely popular events – lovely family days out.

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

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

11.20am–12.20pm age 3+. Traditional stories, lively songs and great craft activities. Christmas party, free summer outing and more. All helpers fully CRB checked. Contact:01656 786447 • INDOOR 5-A-SIDE FOOTBALL, MAESTEG @ Maesteg Comprehensive. 11am–6pm. Adults 16+. Contact Phil: 0753 5254290; philipnmorgan@sky.com • Live Entertainment 5–7pm @ Kenfig Hill Labour Club. Plus karaoke until late!

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

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

Or just play for fun. Tel: 01656 783380 • ST DAVID’S JUNIOR CHURCH @ St David’s Church, Florence St, Porthcawl. Term time only, 9.30– 10.30am. Play games, sing songs, read stories and do craft. Group for 0–5 year olds (under 2s must bring a parent) • ST JOHN’S SUNDAY SCHOOL, NEWTON Age 3+ every Sunday, 11am–12 noon, in the schoolroom opposite the church on the green. Great stories, drawing, singing, with Janet and Bev, followed by squash and a biscuit.

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

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

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A trio of daredevil dads who embarked on a 13,000 foot skydive for ADHD Bridgend have thanked their supporters and sponsors following their successful landings.

Craig Piper, Matt Kenward and Pyle Councillor Luke Ellis took the plunge together at Swansea Skydive Centre.

Zoe Piper, Vice Chair and Lead Fundraiser for ADHD Bridgend commended the fearless fathers who took flight to raise awareness of ADHD and the voluntary work being done to support families and adults living with ADHD in the Bridgend area.

Mrs Piper said: “We are all so proud of the guys and the lengths and heights they were prepared to go to to raise awareness for ADHD Bridgend! We know that more needs to be done to improve understanding of ADHD and the reality of the condition in children and adults which is why our campaign, “Doing Something Different 4 ADHD” is so important.

Cllr Luke Ellis, Chair of the group added; “Too often, barriers are put in place and labels attached to people that can hold them back. We want to

share the message that ADHD can be accepted as a condition that can harness creativity and channel fearlessness in the right direction. I think Craig and Matt have shown tremendous courage and dedication in doing this for ADHD Bridgend and now we are all back safe and sound I think it’s fair to say that the sky is the limit for ADHD Bridgend” For further information about the work of ADHD Bridgend or to find out more about their family or adult support groups for people with ADHD log on to www.ADHDBridgend.org.uk CLLR Luke eLLis

Bryntirion aJFC Bryntirion AJFC are looking for new players for the start of the new football season.

We are looking for all age groups from under 6s and up. If anyone is interested, please contact Nigel Jordan on 07837621499.

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Porthcawl RFC Youth Porthcawl Youth RFC have had an ideal start to the 2013/2014 season.

Initial training has been hard but well attended and Coaches Matthew Owen and Dafydd Keyes have been able to call upon Welsh Internationals Tom

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Prydie and Ryan Bevington to assist with their knowledge and experience. With the return of several of last years u16s this is the first time for several years that they have had three different age groups to choose from. Such is this strength of depth that although hit by the unavailability of several players at each match played so far, due to holidays, summer jobs etc. they have been able to not only compete, but in fact, win both games.

Cwmavon and Rhydfelin both played a similar style of game with their bigger forwards trying to dictate the game. However, Porthcawl absorbed this pressure and both away teams had no answer to the pace and skills of the Home Team. Next on their campaign is Mountain Ash RFC on Sat 31st at The South Road ground. Training every Tuesday and Thursday, 6.45–8.30pm. All welcome.

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Bridgend Town Juniors FC Bridgend Town Juniors FC want to recruit more players at two age groups this season.

After a long summer which saw several players leave for pastures new, both the Under 16s and the Under 14s are looking to strengthen their squads.

Bridgend Town is a locally based football club providing opportunities for children between the ages of 6–16 home games and training are in Newbridge Fields.

We aim to help our players to develop their skills and fitness and focus on them enjoying playing football.

The U16 team has two coaches, Andrew Morgan and Leigh Shattock. Anyone in school Year 11 who is keen to play football regularly should contact Andrew on 07561 565647.

The U14 team is coached by Deryck Evans and Jason Davies.

Keen footballers in school Year

9 should contact Deryck on 07807 537107.

All coaches are volunteers and fully accredited by the Welsh FA. RiCHaRd LeoNaRd

Porthcawl Runners There were seven members of Porthcawl Runners who entered the Cardiff 10k.

Terry Jones who has been working hard on his speedwork all summer was the first member over the line in a time of 36:56. Julian Maine 40:53 and Neil Harries 41:39, his fastest time over this distance, were the other male members to compete. A female quartet was made up of Romana Maine 48:46, Helen Scott 50:22, Karen Phillips 56:04 and Angela Walsh 62:01. Most of this group of runners are training for the upcoming Cardiff Half Marathon and this race gives them a good indication of their current fitness levels.

A couple of notable performances from two past members who have gone on to train with bigger clubs were Chris Jenkins 35:58 (Neath Harriers) and Gabriella Maine 39:31 (Les Croups Cardiff) who broke the magic 40 minute barrier for the first time. It is pleasing to see both athletes performing well for their new clubs.

The Club now has 45 members and has recently recruited a few new members, particularly since the start-up of the Porthcawl Parkrun which takes place every Saturday morning at 9am on the promenade.

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Porthcawl Lifeguard Club On behalf of Gary Fisher and his team who generously gave up their time on the last weekend in June to raise money for the club, we would like to thank everyone for their support and kind donations.

The West-East Coast Cycle Challenge raised over £1,300 which will be used to purchase new training aids which are very much needed by the club’s volunteer workers so they can continue teaching youngsters in critical life saving skills.

Seasoned cyclists Tony Barber and Sam Greaves made light

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work of the 104 miles though everyone involved in the relay (Ross Clarke, Dave Bendall , Lyndon Hellings, Rich Taylor, Gary Fisher) completed the challenge. However the hero award has to be shared by both Keith Fox and Gary Smith who displayed relentless determination to complete the full 104 miles.

I would also like to thank Ronnie Quinn who gave up his Saturday to drive one of the vehicles to allow the full team to cycle the last 20 miles together to the finish line.

Once again, thanks to all those who took part and supported this event, we are all very grateful. iaN eLLisoN

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