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Dear Editor, I’d like to share some ‘good news’ with you regarding the ongoing problem of dog mess on the pavements of Porthcawl. I’ve been in touch with Bridgend Council for around 6 months about this, and they have now started installing new dog waste bins and dog poop bag dispensers in problem areas. The first one showed up in West Park Drive and then one appeared in Fitzhamon Road, near Nottage Primary School (see photo).
Hopefully this is the beginning of cleaner streets for Porthcawl! If readers spot dog mess, please do report it to the Council by emailing cleanupthecounty@bridgend.gov.uk or call them on 01656 643 643 and give them the location (e.g. outside Co-op, Lias Road, Porthcawl). They’ll send someone to clear it up and also record the location. The more people that report it, the better informed they are as to where to place the new bins and bags, so I’d urge readers to get involved and show your love for Porthcawl. Mark Worrall, Porthcawl
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The Choir recently performed a very successful Patrons Concert alongside our guests Castleford Male Voice Choir. Our next Concert will be our autumn concert on October 20th at Cornelly Community Centre, with special guests Maternal Harmony Ladies Choir.
On October 14th they look forward to our Annual Concert being held at the Tabernacle Chapel, Bridgend that will feature Soloist Erin Gwyn Rossington, (the winner of the choir’s Diamond Bursary Competition) and Tomos Xerri an internationally acclaimed harpist. One week later we embark on a 3-day choir tour to Newquay in Cornwall and will perform as the guests of Newquay Male Voice Choir. A very warm welcome is always extended to new members at rehearsals on Thursday evenings from 7:30-9:30pm at Oldcastle Primary School, South Street Bridgend. More information can be found on our website at https://www.bridgendmalechoir.co.uk
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The choir has been working very hard for the annual concert. With a program of 15 songs from the choir, numbers from our wonderful guest artist ‘Trovatori’ and a surprise performance from a couple of rising stars, the evening promises to one of our best. Comparing the night will be Tony Mullins a wellknown local compare. The choir is expertly led by our Musical Director Alec Brooks with Porthcawl’s very own Richard Davis accompanying. Tickets are going on sale soon at £15.00 per ticket. They can be obtained from the Pavilion Box Office, from members of the choir or our choir treasurer Marilyn Hill on 01656782740. If you want a flavour of what we’re doing, visit our Facebook page and see us practicing ‘Amen’. Almost the polished article. Our ladies section out shone themselves once again, with a very successful Summer Fayre at Trinity Church. They raised over £700 for the choir. We would really like to thank them all for their hard work. Following the annual concert, we will be starting a recruitment drive for new members. 2 have recently joined and at least another 3 are expected to attend after the concert. If you’re interested, please contact us on contact@pothcawlmalechoir.co.uk or Noel Williams on 07902 333559. Ian Williams
the Choir has performed Concerts in support of the Ukraine appeal helping to raise over £3000 and were delighted to perform for the Bridgend Association of Voluntary Organisations Unsung Heroes Awards, The Choir also carried out a virtual horse racing event where we raised £1300 This money was presented to Mr Mike Hnyda at a concert alongside Bridgend based Maternal Harmony Ladies Choir, Mike is an Ambassador to the Ukraine effort and constantly travels to the Ukraine, Mike will use this money for vital supplies to the Ukrainian people.
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We’re a very friendly camera club with a mix of male & female members and welcome new members of all ages and skill levels, it’s all very informal so if you have an interest in photography why not join us. We’re currently on our Summer break and will resume our weekly meetings at 7pm on Thursday Sept 12th at St Clare’s School, Newton CF36 5NR.
The Choir was delighted to be back on stage and performing again after almost 3 years of choral drought with a performance at the Welsh Proms in St David’s Hall with the Cory Band. A released recording of American Trilogy on social media from one of our rehearsals has brought about an invitation to perform in this year’s Porthcawl Elvis Festival at 3 separate events on Sunday 25th September: BBC Radio Wales at 10:30am; Trinity Church in a Gospel Service at 11:30 and a performance at the High Tide at 2:30pm. We are truly, beyond excited to be performing in the largest Elvis Festival of its kind in the world.
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Côr Bro Ogwr’s annual summer concert was held at All Saints Church, Porthcawl recently. It was a warm evening and the music was suitably joyous and exciting. The concert opened with ‘Sunrise Mass’ by Ola Gjielo, a modern but richly lyrical piece first performed in 2008 in Norway, Gjielo’s home country. The piece uses the Latin Mass text, reflecting a metaphysical journey from heaven to earth; it is rich in soaring harmonies from both choir and string orchestra and brought tears to more than a few eyes. The focus of the second half of the concert was a stirring performance of the perennial favourite, Vivaldi’s ‘Gloria’. The choir, directed with great energy and passion by Ben Pinnow, was joined by soprano Tara McSwiney and countertenor Piet Zorn, with Benjamin Teague on the organ and a 14-piece orchestra. It was an uplifting evening and reminded us all why singing in a choir can be so elevating and inspiring
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Sally Richards, Porthcawl
ODE TO SUMMER
Aare,light at the end of the tunnel, You’ve earned your wings, now a shiny new star!
Marilyn Cook, Bridgend
Shells swept across the sand Shining star ,every grain Sky blue above shines Sun smiling too ,much often What a day it has become Some needed the shade even Some bare feet walked miles Here comes the pigeon again Picking some leftover from me lunch Though I licked every bit of the flavour
Catherine Millard Payne, Bridgend WHEAT AND PIGS the sun to my back, I walk toward a moonlit field toward the beacon hanging in the sky I am drawn to its glow like moth to flame the sun strikes me down wings embered I hit soft ground cradled beneath both sun and moon scorched wings buried beneath the earth the sun blinding, the moon translucent I fill my eyelids with soil, becoming fodder for wheat and pigs
Ghoulish heads of sunflowers, laced with spider Purple-fruitedthreads,blackberries dripping from Bendingbrambles,low where the scarlet fuchsia Tumblingscrambles,in showers of tiny, twirling petals where the fir outspreads.
William Watkins, Porthcawl AND AUTUMN Summer glides by, gay and golden, as fields of gaillardias Rioting and fluttering on burnished amber Wherewings bees bumble in the humid heat of misty Alightingmornings,tobathe on dewdrops glinting in the sun’s coppery rays.
POEM Boats are sailing Albatross flying Me sitting by the bay, enjoying Not so much deep ,water Kids even tackle the waves
What a day it’s been, I love the heat, then cool breeze What a scene What I have felt What I have seen.
Nadeem Iqbal, Bridgend SO MANY GOOD TIMES
A cornucopia of blushing, rosy apples glitters in abundance on an ornamental Beforetree. midnight the harvest moon’s glowing lantern sails free Eerily casting its silvery net through the hawthorn’s fingers, Charming open a casement for an outstretched hand That catches lightly at a magical, shimmering strand, Weaving across the somber lawn, as it softly lingers. Then autumn, season of spiderwebs and swollen Hauntingskies,harbinger of Winter, champagne tribute to fading Summer, Leaves in a long, gusty rush of wings and Preludeclamour,to the swelling chorus of jackdaw Screechingcries, and swirling around the sycamores and rooftops.
We had some fun and laughed a lot, The time seemed to move so fast, You always brightened up my days, I wish I had known when the day was our Whatlast. would I have said on our last day Itogether?wouldhave told you how amazing you
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This year is the 20th Baby Loss Awareness Week (BLAW), which is held every October 9th to 15th, ending in the wave of light at 7pm on October 15th. 1 in 4 pregnancies end in loss, yet so many parents faced with the devastating loss of their baby, at any point in pregnancy or beyond, feel isolated and alone because baby loss is still such a taboo subject. BLAW is an opportunity for bereaved families to commemorate the lives of their precious babies, along with raising awareness and opening the conversation around baby Pleaseloss. support bereaved families by lighting a candle for all babies loved and lost on October 15th at 7pm. Bro Morgannwg Baby Loss Support Group are here to support local families who have experienced the loss of a baby during pregnancy or in infancy. We hold a support group on the first Wednesday of the month. We also fundraise to support the Princess of Wales Hospital Bereavement Suite, fund befriender training and memory boxes. Please contact our Facebook page if you would like any support.
Possibly this may not be the best of times for you. Perhaps you are alone, frightened, or it could be that something may have happened in your life but you feel too unnerved to share with a good friend or been recently diagnosed with a life changing illness or it maybe it’s your outer world fearing poverty, famine, war, greed as reported 24 hours a day? Whatever the cause, here are some words of comfort that may help you, so write them on a card to keep in your purse or wallet and repeat them to encourage you to persevere and keep going. This too shall pass - King Solomon When you are going through hell keep going - Winston Churchill. What words do you repeat to yourself when life is tough as it so often is? Are they kind or unkind? Why not replace the old words and find new ones that inspire you, write them down, take a photo and save it to your favourite Remember,device? no matter what others may say you do not have to take criticism from someone you would never go to for trustworthy advice.
Repeat…I am enough! Yes really…you!
to keep putting the message out there, what and why we do what we do. For those of you who don’t know, we help families of those who are going through treatment for cancer. We help with the bills that arrive on the door mat every month regardless of what the occupants are going through. Bills like gas, electric, water etc. So, if your family is affected or you know someone is affected you know what to do, get in touch with us. We offer families total discretion and privacy. Finally, please do follow us on all social media platforms and remember we help those who are finding life a struggle financially whilst going through treatment for Cancer. Nicky, Emma & Cath Trustees
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As I write this there’s a small team training and preparing to cycle from London via Amsterdam and then onto Brussels. I am one of them along with Emma one of the charity trustees. We set off on the 7th September and we arrive in Brussels on the 10th September. We will be posting on our social media along the way so please do keep a look out as well as the Cost of Cancer platforms.
Olives are an unusual fruit because of their high fat content. Their most abundant fat is oleic acid, which may have several health benefits. They also contain 4–6% carbs, most of which consists of fiber. Olives are a good source of vitamin E, iron, copper, and calcium and they may also contain high amounts of sodium if packaged in saltwater. Olives are particularly rich in antioxidants and fresh olives are very bitter and usually need to be cured and fermented before eating. Olives are very rich in antioxidants that may contribute to a variety of benefits, such as lower cholesterol and blood pressure. They may also reduce your risk of cancer and bone loss, but more research is necessary. Olive oil contains nutrients that fight inflammation. These include oleic acid as well as the antioxidant oleocanthal. more at: www.healthline.com Glyn Hardwicke
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Question: I am struggling with symptoms of the menopause such as hot flushes/ Night sweats which is causing sleepless Can you recommend a product that will help to alleviate these symptoms?
Also avoiding trigger foods such as Spicy foods, Alcohol, Caffeine and even stress
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One of the traditional ways of dealing with hot flushes and night sweats is with remedies based on the herb Sage. This herb is well known for its culinary usefulness, but it is also thought to possess a handy ability to rebalance the sweat-regulation mechanism in the brain. This means that however wobbly your hormones are and however much they are throwing out your “thermostat” regulation, Sage can help to bring your temperature back onto Usingline.Sage extracts is very straightforward, and you can choose to take it either during the day to help reduce daytime flushing, or before you go to bed if night sweats are the real problem. Sage is very specific for the flushing and sweating, which are often the key symptoms women are tackling.
We stock a couple of brands of sage tablets with Menoforce being the most popular in reducing the symptoms of hot flushes and night sweats. Many of our customers who are experiencing menopause symptoms have recommended the Menoforce Sage tablets.
Answer: As the menopause is already a time of challenge and change, reducing the practical disruptions it causes to everyday life is important. Minimising its impact on sleep is vital, as lack of sleep prevents the body repairing and regeneration and causes both fatigue and a mental fogginess that makes everything harder to cope with.
FOR years, Welsh Conservative Senedd members have been saying that too many hospital beds have been closed in Wales. The Welsh Labour Government, which has run the Welsh NHS since 1999, has axed 30 per cent of hospital beds over this Whatperiod.are the results? People left on trolleys in A&E departments because there are no beds for them while, outside, ambulances stack up with sick people on board that they are unable to discharge. In the meantime, people who have fallen or who have suffered a suspected stroke or heart attack, are left waiting hours for ambulances to arrive. It is an unrelenting downward spiral, which is costing lives. This situation existed long before Covid in Wales. Vindication of the stance taken by myself and colleagues has come in the form of a report from the Royal College of Emergency Medicine. This says that the NHS in the UK needs 13,000 more beds in order to break out of this vicious circle. They blame too few beds for many of the problems now being felt in the health service. Welsh Labour needs to get a grip and reverse the policy of axing beds as a first step.
TheBeach.next phase of the work will see this extended into Sandy Bay and as far as Rhych Point, where additional dune protection works will take place. Much of the work has focused upon the iconic Western Breakwater. As the internal structure of the 200-year-old breakwater still features its original wooden core, extensive renovation and refurbishment was required to ensure that it can continue to stand up to the tides and tough maritime weather
SUMMER OF FUN CELEBRATES
DR ALTAF HUSSAIN Regional Senedd Member
HUGE SUCCESS As I write this, the 2022 Summer of Fun is winding down, and having featured exciting activities ranging from BMX and football to surfing and bushcraft, it has proven itself to have once more been a popular success. In fact, more than 150 children and young people took part on the very first day of the scheme and set a pattern, which was repeated at each event throughout the summer. I hope you all had fun, and are already looking forward to next year’s events. In other news, more than 70 households have come forward to support Ukrainian refugees fleeing from the Russian invasion of their homeland and to offer them somewhere safe to live – but more are urgently needed. Each host household receives a payment of £350 per month, while refugees receive an interim payment of £200 per person. Extensive safeguarding and background checks are carried out beforehand, and the council and its partners provide further support ranging from English language lessons, advice on how to access education, health and financial services, employability, how to apply for a bus pass and more. You can find out more by visiting the Ukrainian refugee support page at the council website or by emailing UkraineResponse@bridgend.gov.uk Member County Borough Council
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If you haven’t already done so, don’t forget that you have until Thursday 8 September to have your say on proposals for creating an all-new active travel route that will link Porthcawl with DesignedBridgend.todeliver a safe alternative route that connects the two towns, the proposals seek to encourage more people to leave the car at home and to choose alternative ways of getting around such as cycling or walking, which improves health and wellbeing as well as reducing congestion and environmental
Work on the £6.4m scheme to defend Porthcawl from flooding and a potential rise in sea levels is making progress and recently saw the opening of the new-look Eastern Promenade.
Whilepollution.the plans are still at a very early stage, a number of potential options for the new active travel route have been
Theconditions.flooddefence work is being jointly funded by Welsh Government and Bridgend County Borough Council as part of the Coastal Risk Management Programme. When complete, it will complement and enhance further regeneration developments, including at Salt Lake and Cosy Corner, while protecting more than 500 homes, 170 businesses and assets and infrastructure worth millions of pounds.
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Thesedeveloped.include placing the route alongside the existing A4106 road; installing it alongside the Porthcawl to Wigfach footpath,
The promenade area has been transformed by construction specialists Knights Brown into a flat, easily accessible space with new planters and enhanced flood defences which blend into the overall design and run between Porthcawl Marina and Coney
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Decisions on funding the bids are expected in the autumn.
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The Fund enables MP’s to work with their local authorities on projects connected to culture, regeneration and transport.
SARAH MURPHY MS Member of the Senedd for Bridgend BLANKET 20MPH LIMITS
COUNCILLOR HUW DAVID Leader of Bridgend County Borough Council Tel: 01656 643643 www.bridgend.gov.uk and then along the A4106 Bridgend Road; creating the route alongside the Porthcawl to Wigfach footpath, the A4106 Bridgend Road to Tythegston, and along a footpath to the A48; and finally, establishing it along the A4106 Bridgend Road to Tythegston, then along a footpath to the A48. You can find out more, view routes for the different options and provide your views by visiting the active travel routes consultation webpage at the council website.
GRAND PAVILION UPGRADE GETS
I am giving my full backing to plans to upgrade the Grand Pavilion in Porthcawl.
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As someone who grew up in Porthcawl and went to school here, I have long associations with the Grand Pavilion. It is an iconic building that dominates the Porthcawl seafront and I know how highly it is regarded both by local people and also by the many visitors who have enjoyed the summer shows and pantomimes staged there in the past. This building must continue to play a central role in Porthcawl’s cultural and social life as well as drawing in tourists and daytrippers. I will be fighting to ensure it gets the funding it needs.
All of us know the costs of driving and high and inappropriate speeds in our local communities. That’s why 20mph limits, when used around schools, playgrounds and high streets can be a really useful way of tackling speeding. But the Welsh Government’s approach of introducing a ‘blanket’ 20mph limit in all built-up areas across the whole of Wales is disproportionate and wrong. Residents in Buckley and Monmouth, both pilot towns for this scheme, have said that it caused gridlock on their roads, no enforcement of these new limits, and actually made some aspects less safe; overtaking cyclists at 20mph for example, can now be a really dangerous pursuit. It also comes at a huge economic cost too, £32million just to administer the new scheme and an estimated massive £4.5billion cost to the Welsh economy. It doesn’t have to be like this - surely it makes more sense to allow councils and communities to introduce reduced speed limits, and crucially, enforcements in the areas they think it’s needed, rather than introduce a one-size-fits-all approach across the whole of Wales.
Devolution should mean decisions being taken closer to communities, not Wales-wide diktats from Cardiff Bay.
In 2021, our Welsh Government announced a £5m ‘Summer of Fun’ package, providing activities for young people aged 0-25 to support their social, emotional, and physical wellbeing, re-building confidence and integration into the community postpandemic. The success of the scheme brought its return this year, and I was delighted to see many children across Bridgend and Porthcawl get involved. The Food and Fun scheme at Cynffig Comprehensive in Pyle provided nutrition education, physical activity, and healthy meals for children. It was great to visit with Leader of Bridgend County Borough Council Cllr Huw David and Cabinet Member for Education Cllr Jon-Paul Blundell. We were joined by Elaine Winstanley from Awen Libraries who introduced the children to the Summer Reading Festival, as well as Rhys and Emily and 2 calves from Ty Tanglwyst Dairy to learn about farming. The opportunities provided demonstrate the importance of extending to future summer breaks. The schemes have brought about a collaboration of the fantastic services across our community with the purpose of enriching our young people. I will be doing what I can to ensure that the Summer of Fun and Food and Fun scheme are extended in future breaks and enable more children to get involved.
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I have worked with BCBC to prepare the submission to UK Government for finance from the Levelling Up Fund to carry out works at the Pavilion, which will deal with some issues related to the concrete structure. It will also provide new facilities including function rooms, café spaces, rooftop facilities and better changing rooms.
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St Clare’s provides an exceptional education from Nursery to Sixth Form, combining academic excellence with unrivalled pastoral care and a wide-ranging extra-curricular programme, giving pupils the opportunity to reach their full potential, both academically and personally We are extremely proud of winning the Day Nurseries UK Top 20 Award (Wales) for a second year and have been in the top 5% of top-performing A-Level schools in the UK for ALPS (A-Level Performance System) since 2018. Our A-Level and GCSE results are consistently well above the national average. Last year, A-Level students celebrated our track record for outstanding results with 61.4% at A*/A and 86.4% at A*/B, with 100% of students gaining their first-choice university destinations with many in the Russell Group.
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This year sees the return to something like normality with our students actually sitting their examinations. Our Year 13 pupils sat an incredible 1270 papers over the examination period. Overall, the school is delighted by the results achieved by our students and the vast majority will now move onto the next stage of their whogratitudeTherewithendeavoursA2Studentseducation.atASandhavehadtheirrewardedexcellentresults.isalargedebtofforteachershaveworkedsohard once again this year and for parents who have supported their sons and daughters. Excellent results truly reflect the effective partnership between a school, its learners and the support from home. I do feel we need a brief cautionary note regarding this year’s results and any comparisons with previous results. These are the first set of examination results since 2019 and our results compare very favourably. Given the disruption the current Year 13 have endured over the past 2 years we are especially proud of their achievements. We must remind ourselves that they had not sat any external papers over the past two years. Furthermore, there has been much disruption and dislocation to their education during their time in the sixth form. There were several outstanding performers from students who have done exceptionally well. The following students achieved 3 A’s or better at A Level: Lewis Babbage, Luke Bryant, George Davis, Rex Ezard, Natasha Fray, Olivia Geddes, Pippa Harrowing, Rebecca Jones, Morgan Lean, Olivia Lovell, Kara Morgan-Rees, David Sheldon, Matthew Sleep, Holly Thomas, Isabella-Riley Thomas, Samantha Wensley and Harriette Williams.
Head Teacher Mr Slade commented that this excellent series of results will ensure Porthcawl students have secured places at some of the best universities in the country. He continued to congratulate staff and students who were praised for their hard work and steadfast dedication, which was particularly impressive given the most severe challenges the students, had faced. (01656) 782946 07779
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When contacting advertisers, please say you saw them in the Seaside News Sudoku Fill each cell of the grid so that each row, each column, and each 3 x 3 box contains the numbers 1 to 9 exactly once. No guessing is required – only simple logic is needed. August Answers Puzzle solution: Sudoku puzzle No. 5755 2022-07-16 7 3 4 6 9 1 5 2 8 1 8 5 4 8 1 6 2 5 9 7 3 3 5 9 1 8 7 2 4 6 9 1 5 7 3 4 8 6 2 6 7 3 2 5 8 4 1 9 2 4 8 9 6 1 3 5 7 Page 2/2 Play sudoku online at: www.sudokukingdom.com Daily Sudoku puzzle No. 5791 2022-08-21 Medium level 5 9 3 8 5 8 9 1 8 5 9 1 5 9 6 3 4 4 1 3 8 2 9 6 1 5 2 2 7 5 Page 1/2 PUZZLES Hint: Words can be found horizontally, vertically, diagonally and also backwards. Find 11 words based on the works and characters created by Charles Dickens: CURIOSITY SHOP - DICKENSIAN - URIAH HEEP - THE CHIMES - HARD TIMESARTFUL DODGER - CHUZZLEWIT - COPPERFIELD - OLIVER TWISTBLEAK HOUSE - FAGIN Word Search WWW.RIVERSIDEFUNERALSERVICE.CO.UK 01656 788883 273 New Road, Porthcawl, CF36 5BG Director - Michelle Evans 28 | seaside news
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Thanking all our regular supporters who have help us through some difficult times. There are so many, you all know who you are and we are so thankful from the bottom of our hearts. At last, we would like to thank Marion one of our new supporters from the Pencoed Social club for organising a quiz night where a £115 was received to Chairman Mr Keith Duggan and Vice Chairman Mrs Mary Duggan. We are now based at the Griffin Park Community Centre and would like to take this opportunity to thank The Grove Golf Club for supporting us through difficult circumstances and all the staff who made us so welcome.
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Two members passed recently on being our Lady Rose (Mrs Rose Power) Rose made many handcrafted items for us to sell for many years. Inspirational, Independent an exceptional woman, who ‘s dry sense of humour we all miss. Thank you also to Kerry Rose’s son and his family, for their donation.
Mr Graham Wild, Although Graham had a bad stroke, he never lost is amiable character. Pam is wife always supporting the club making beautiful patchwork cushions, helping the club where necessary.
A Charity in Crickhowell called TFSR Cymru send tools and sewing machines to Tanzania. We support this group by giving unwanted tools and sewing machines. This is one of their stories.
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The College has a bright future and one or two of the trainees, who will call themselves “Fundis” (experts) will be invited to work at Kalwande. Our friend Dickson Shenkalwa, highly experienced, agreed to carry out the training for us, despite it being a 1000 Km gruelling journey by bus, to the College. We are very pleased to say that the training course is complete and each Fundi has been given a sewing machine, prepared by their own hands. Here is a picture of the newly refurbished sewing training room. Thanks for your donations.
PORTHCAWL LIONS
It has been a busy summer for Porthcawl Lions so far, with the growing success of the car boot sales each Sunday and the occasional book sales. The Sandcastle Competition saw a lot of families enjoying the challenge of building masterpieces on the beach and winning prizes for their efforts. Many thanks to the Porthcawl Mayor, Mark Chegwin, for judging the sandcastles.
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We have been helping the Vocational Institution in Kalwande with funding and training courses in general trades and sewing machine refurbishment. We have already placed a lot of sewing machines into rural areas but if one broke down, it wasn’t able to be repaired. Our trainees will be setting up businesses to find these machines and bring them back to life.
Septembertoday!brings more events, by the Lions, to look forward to Sundayincluding:18th September – Treasure Hunt – a fun, car-based activity for all the family
Saturday 24th September – The Lions will be joining in the fun of the Elvis Festival with a specially designed quiz – see how many pictures of Elvis you can spot in the shops in Porthcawl!
Paul the apostle said that he wasn’t ashamed of the Gospel (Rom 1 v 16). The word Gospel means good news and it is the good news we read about in the Bible. An example of this message is found in Rom 5 v 17 where Paul says that if we receive an abundance of grace and the gift of righteousness we will reign in life. I am sure we all want to reign in life. Paul tells us how to do it. He says we must receive two things: 1. The gift of righteousness - this works at two levels. Firstly, that we have a right relationship with God. Secondly, we then at the same time experience God taking us on a journey of transformation so we live righteously (not perfect but definitely changed!). 2. An abundance of grace - this means to continually receive things like Gods strength, power, love and favour as we have a relationship with him. Surely all this will energise us to reign in life. But we must receive the gift! I encourage you to do that today and humbly receive from God, knowing that he loves you. No wonder Paul wasn’t ashamed of this message.
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The Vintage Fair and Classic Car Show provided another fun and free day out for the family and helped to make memories, as well as bringing back memories for many of those who attended. Did you know the first car to appear on the roads in the UK was in June 1895? By the end of that year there were thought to be 15 cars on the road, compared to 32.9 million cars on the UK’s roads
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Five choirs from the local area including our very own Grace Choir sang a mixed genre of numbers to a packed venue. The Ukrainians who live in Porthcawl sang two songs plus there was a solo in Ukrainian which were wonderful to listen to. The night was both entertaining and uplifting with everyone asking when the next one is. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Hi Tide for their support with hosting this event. A collection on the night raised money that was distributed to each Ukrainian refugee in Porthcawl and was very gratefully received. As news of the war seems to be less on our media now, please continue to think about the people who are in Porthcawl because otherwise their lives would be in danger. They have left loved ones behind, often in places where it really isn’t safe to be. If you want to know anything else about what Grace Ukrainian Support Group is doing or how you can help, please feel free to contact me at lizstables@hotmail.com.
Clive thanked all those members who supported him as President during his term of office. The club gave a hearty round of applause and thanked Clive for his time in office.
The evening started with a warm welcoming address by the outgoing President to the members and honoured guests.
The new President Carol gave her welcoming address to everyone and thanked Clive & Bobby for their work, commitment and enthusiasm during their term as President. Gill Edwards Inner Wheel President then gave a short speech and congratulated Carol on becoming Rotary President. Carol then proceeded to welcome and congratulate the President Elect Robert Lee. It was a most enjoyable night with laughter throughout the evening.
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President Carol Llewellyn, Gill Edwards - President of Inner Wheel, the outgoing President Clive Edwards and past President Bobby PorthcawlLewis.Rotary Club is pleased to welcome Carol Llewellyn as its new President. Carol has been an active Rotarian for several years and is a practicing Hearing Therapist.
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We went on our summer trip to Ludlow this year. We tried a different way, with the cost of hiring a coach etc we went with DJ Thomas coaches and Enid who was organising our trip booked 20 seats on one of their coach trips it was a success. We had a great day visiting the church, the market, all the charity shops lots of places for lunch perhaps with the odd glass of wine, lots of tea and coffee shops, The weather was very hot but as we meandered around the shops meeting each other as we went, we had a laugh as we talked about our latest purchases, plants, books, tops, sandals, hats, the list was endless. Back on the bus and off home tired but having had a great day out. Next month we’re having a talk about the coast watch which will give us an insight into what goes on in the watch tower by the harbour in Porthcawl call in we’re in the Talbot Center Kenfig Hill 2pm to 4pm tea and biscuits we’d love to see you.
At the beginning of the Summer, GCC’s choirmaster Hyelim Morris organised a wonderful night of music at the Hi-Tide.
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It’s been a very busy time for us in August. We instigated and were involved with 12 incidents over a 5-day period when big spring tides, fine weather and school holidays all came together to create a perfect storm. The Lifeboats at Porthcawl and 2 Coastal Response Teams at Llantwit Major and Porthcawl worked flat out. Two key themes have developed, people being cut off at the Ogmore River Mouth and Paddle Boarders. It’s not possible to wade across the River Ogmore 2.5hrs either side of High Water it’s far too dangerous and the force of the water will knock you off your feet. If you’re going to take paddleboards out, please don’t overload them; they are designed for one person. Wear a flotation device like a buoyancy aid, be aware of the tides and currents and take a mobile phone with you just in case you get into trouble. If you do get into trouble, stay with your board, it’s easier for the Lifeboats to see and will keep you afloat. Dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard, or wave your arms to attract attention.
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The monthly talk for September is on 28th at the Hi Tide at 2.15, the subject is recycling. Also the evening talks on 9th September on Rich/poor divide and 16th on Climate change. Both at YMCA at 7pm- open to non-members too. If you want to try out the u3a please come along- find out what else is available by visiting our website porthcawlu3a.org.uk
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After a short break in August for some of the groups, Porthcawl u3a is back to full 40 plus interest groups this month. Over the Summer our group leaders were thanked for their efforts in helping to make u3a so successful by enjoying a sociable lunch at the Hi Tide. The Study day was well attended and we
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RICHMOND ROOSE Leigh Richmond Roose was a footballing celebrity. Born on 27 November 1877, Leigh was a goalkeeper. He was also an amateur at a time when the game was largely professional. A big man at over six feet tall and thirteen stone, Leigh was known as ‘This wondrous Hercules’. He played for Aberystwyth Town, Stoke, Everton and Sunderland. He also won 24 caps for Wales. Powerful and recklessly brave, he possessed amazing reflexes and earned a reputation as a shot-stopper and penalty Leighsaver. led a glamorous life. He wore Saville Row suits and owned an apartment in central London. He was popular with the ladies including, it is said, with musical hall star Marie Lloyd. Leigh joined the British Army at the outbreak of the First World War. He won the Military Medal for bravery and was promoted to the rank of lance corporal. He fought in the Battle of the Somme. Tragically, he was killed towards the end of that battle, on 7 October 1916, aged 38. His body was not recovered, so his name appears on the war memorial for missing soldiers at Thiepval.
A photograph of a Porthcawl Cricket Team 1896 (see photo) suggests a cricket team played matches at the College Field; so, called as the Seabank Hotel was once a boy’s college. They continued to play on that ground until the onset of WW1.
In 1919, Fred Cook the previous secretary of the club, placed an article in the Porthcawl News. “Now that the war is over and most of the members are back, we are anxious to start the club going again this season.”
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Within a year a club had formed with a new home at the Porthcawl Athletic Club home at Queen’s Park (bottom of Queen’s Ave, see photo) In 1921 Dr Pearson, one of a few men who had survived the war, hit the first ever century of a Porthcawl player against Salisbury C.C. Swansea. Unfortunately, by 1936 the Porthcawl Athletic Club closed as most of the ground was purchased to build houses. 1938 witnesses the emergence of a Porthcawl YMCA C.C. playing at a “suitable ground at Nottage.” Yet within a year cricket had returned to Queen’s Park, which lasted until 1949 at which point, they then returned to Nottage.
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Finally in 1951 the Porthcawl C.C. established themselves at Lock’s Lane where today they flourish with plans for their future. Out
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If you owned your home together, the form of legal ownership has a major impact. If you owned your home as ‘joint tenants’, you will automatically continue to own the (entire) home if your partner dies. But if you were ‘tenants in common’, your partner’s share is dealt with under the terms of his or her will.
A property held as tenants in common may, of course, still pass to the surviving spouse on the first death, if the deceased spouse left his or her share of the property to the surviving spouse in his or her will, in which case spousal exemption would still apply.
There are many factors to consider when deciding how best to leave property on death and this should be explored as part of a wider discussion about tax and estate planning as a whole.
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couples have no legal duty to support each other financially, either while you are living together or if you separate. Nor do you automatically share ownership of your possessions, savings, investments and so on. Cohabiting partners have no automatic right to inherit if their partner dies, although they may be a beneficiary under the other’s will. If you are a beneficiary, any assets you receive may be subject to inheritance tax - there is no exemption for unmarried couples.
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Many couples believe that moving in together creates a common law marriage, giving you the same rights as if you were married. It does not the concept of common law marriage has no legal validity in the UK. In reality, moving in together does not give you automatic rights to each other’s property, no matter how long live Conversely,together. however, if a cohabiting couple separates and there are children involved, both cohabiting partners may have rights and Problemsresponsibilities.canoccur, particularly when one of you moves into a property the other owns or rents. The property owner is the only one entitled to live there, anyone else can be asked to Cohabitingleave.
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Jointly owned properties are held in one of two ways, the first being as joint tenants, which means that on the death of the first joint tenant, the property will pass automatically to the surviving joint tenant, regardless of the terms of any will or the intestacy rules. This transfer will be exempt from Inheritance Tax as the spousal exemption will apply. It will also pass without the need for a Grant of Probate.
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If you have lived together ‘as man and wife’ for at least two years or if you can show that you were financially dependent on your partner, you can make a claim for a financial settlement even if you were not a beneficiary of the will. However, making a claim can involve a complex and expensive dispute with the other beneficiaries.
The second way is as tenants in common, when both parties own a distinct “share” in the property – this can be 50-50 or any other split, which would usually be recorded in a Declaration of Trust. On the death of the first tenant in common, his or her share in the property will pass in accordance with his or her will or intestacy.
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Chris Early 28th is date anticipating last few be starting 2nd 4th a reminder meet at 7 for 7.30 at Gilgal Hall in Park Avenue Porthcawl. will be enrolling on September 28th but members can enroll over the next few if they miss that Committeedate. are busy finalising the details of the programme but we can expect fantastic displays experienced most as well as regular nights where tutor will help create seasonal also have a few interesting themed and some social trips will be celebrating 60th club anniversary in November and have a special meal with entertainment planned. There is much to look forward to and we hope to welcome back familiar faces and many new members. No previous experience of flower arranging is necessary - just a love of flowers and friendship. Please call 01656 222985 or look at our Facebook page for more information.
September harvest is full of all the veg that we ‘borrow’ from much warmer parts of the world (although this summer we could give them a run for their money) melons, peppers, tomatoes, pumpkins and all the lovely hardy veg are all still growing, spoilt for choice – how fab! This is the ideal month for taking cuttings of your favourites, a plant grown from a cutting will always be exactly the same as it’s parent, it’s essentially cloning! Seed grown will always be different, so if you have a beautiful rose or delicious gooseberry, all these qualities will remain in the new plants taken from Timecuttings.toplant bulbs, try some saffron crocus bulbs so you can harvest your own saffron - a small pinch adds brilliant colour, aroma and flavour to bland rice, a touch of luxury, saffron is the most expensive spice in the world. Beware though it’s also considered “Earlyaphrodisiac!tobed – early to rise, work like hell and fertilize!” Anon.
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On The 10th September at 2pm our good friend and seasoned horticulturalist Kevin Thomas will open Laleston Gardening Club’s 50th Annual Horticultural Show. This will be the first show we have been able to hold since before the pandemic and we really hope our members will support us with lots of entries and the public will also pay us a visit too. As well as the hall and new tent in the grounds displaying veg, fruit, 8flowers,there will baking classes and crafts too with a raffle and refreshments in the marquee, something for everyone, see you at Cliff Cottage in the centre of the village next to the Parish Church of St David. Susan Ford
September! A time of ‘mellow fruitfulness’, shorter days and very different from August. Time to continuing to harvest produce of fruit and veg. Time also to split herbaceous perennials or sow seed from them to increase your stock of plants for free! Choose your spring bulbs and start to plant them. Don’t forget to harvest those last potatoes - don’t let them spoil.
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Varied activities throughout the week. Located at Cliff Cottage, Laleston, next to the Parish Church. Open every Saturday 10am12noon. Please call in. Visit our website: www.lalestongardenclub. co.uk Or our Facebook page.
When contacting advertisers, please say you saw them in the Seaside News42 | seaside news What’s on PRINCE OF WALES BOWLING CLUB We are currently recruiting experience and novice bowlers. The club is located in Penylan Avenue, Porthcawl with excellent bowling and social facilities. Please contact our Club Secretary if you are interested in joining. Elwyn Williams (Club Secretary) 01656 MONDAY788345. A TASTE OF YOGA, KENFIG 1.30-3pm & 6.30-8pm @ Kenfig Nature Reserve. Cost: Four Sessions £28. To book contact Angela 07980 936198 or Email: angelarock11@ hotmail.com KENFIG HILL & DISTRICT MALE VOICE CHOIR New members can join us at rehearsals on Monday and Thursday evenings from 7-9pm at The Choral Suite, Greenacres Motel, 111 Heol Fach, North Cornelly, CF33 4LH. Find us on Facebook, Tel:TerryTonywaleshttps://www.kenfighillmalechoir.orOrcontactthesecretaryUlberiniattonyulberini@gmail.comTel:07866742452.OrThomas,ViceChairman:terrypaulthomas1962@gmail.com.07577406605. LEARN TO ROCK N ROLL 50S STYLE Every Monday evening at Royal British Legion, Pyle, Bridgend, CF33 6AE. 7.30pm till 10pm. Entrance £5. Contact Frank on 07400 080101. ROTARY PORTHCAWL Meets Mondays @ 1pm, The High Tide, Mackworth Road, Porthcawl, CF36 5BT. New members always welcomed. Further information contact Andrew Singer on Telephone: 01656 785628 Mobile:07817 095992. andrewbsinger@icloud.comEmail:Website:https://www.rotary-ribi.org/clubs/homepage.php?ClubID=953
Do you enjoy singing? The Choir Practice, 7.30 – 9.30 pm at Oldcastle Primary School, South Street, Bridgend every Thursday. Why not come, have a listen and check us out. New members and visitors very welcome. Contact Dave Deeley 07799 616120 www.bridgendmalechoir.co.uk.orMotto-FriendshipthroughMusic.
PORTHCAWL ART SOCIETY Weekly workshops at 1pm and 7pm. New members welcome. Art Gallery
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ACTION MEETING 7pm Heronston Hotel, Bridgend. September 28th - 7pm, Heronston Hotel Bridgend. Supper Meeting with Guest Speaker Sian Vaughan, Mayor of Cowbridge. For more info visit: http://sigbi.org/bridgend-and-district Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/BridgendSoroptimists
PORTHCAWL MALE CHOIR New members welcome. Rehersals Tuesday & Friday evening 7-9 pm at Arlington Road Church, Arlington Road, FurtherPorthcawl.detailscontact either Choir Secretary, Noel Williams at com)333559williams185@btinternet.com)(noel.07902orPublicRelationsOfficer,IanWilliams(ianwilliams54@sky.07927219544.CheckoutourwebsiteandFacebookpageforfurtherdetails.WEDNESDAY
ART CLASSES, PORTHCAWL Beginner, experienced or just keen to learn? A variety of classes offered throughout the day by professional artist and tutor Lesley.
We meet at Heronston Hotel 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month 7pm. See website sigbi.org/ www.facebook.com/Followbridgend-and-districtusonFacebookBridgendSoroptimists. New members welcome.
PORTHCAWL ARRANGEMENTFLORALSOCIETY
SLIMMING WORLD, KENFIG HILL Talbot Community Centre, Kenfig Hill 9.30am and 5.30pm. Contact Millie: 07765 SATURDAY040006.
LALESTON GARDENING CLUB
Fancy creating exciting floral displays? Join our friendly group at Gilgal, Park Avenue on 2nd /4th Wednesdays at 7.30pm. Beginners welcome. We have tuition, demonstrations and social events. See our Facebook page or call 01656 222985.
PORTHCAWL LIONS Meet at Hi-tide 1st and 3rd Tuesday’s of the month, 7.30pm. See website: www.porthcawllions.org.uk Or call: 01656 784939.
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The Broadway Chorus’ spring concert was a great success both musically and financially thus allowing the choir to be able to donate £800 to both the PSP Association (Progressive Supranuclear Palsey) and the Forget-me Not Chorus. We resume rehearsals on Monday 5th September at 7pm at Trinity Church Porthcawl in preparation for our Christmas concert on 3rd December 2022 at All Saints. For further information please contact Barrie Wilson on barriewilson1@sky.com or on 01656 788148. Barrie Wilson
Will be open on Saturday (17th September) at Bryncethin Community Centre where you can bring items to be fixed completely free of charge (from 10am to 12 mid-day) and have a free tea or coffee while you wait. One of the key aims of Repair Cafes is to contribute towards creating a culture of repair and re-use, directly addressing the ever growing unsustainable growth in landfill and waste. However, with the current cost of living crisis we realise that many people can’t afford to have household items fixed or replaced so this service helps them. Having said that, Repair Café is for everyone living in the County Borough of Bridgend and all are welcome. The types of things we fix include clothes, household electrics, technology, woodwork, children’s toys, furniture and bikes. Bring your items to the above location and a repairer will try
PORTHCAWL STROKE CLUB Meeting at the Griffin Park Community Hall 2-4pm. Seeking volunteers who are CRB checked, or are prepared to have one. Contact Chairman Mr Keith Duggan & Mrs Mary Duggan on (01656) 773376 or 07484 250988.
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open most days 11-3pm. Above the museum, Old Police Station, John Street. www.porthcawlart.co.uk
SLIMMING WORLD, PORTHCAWL Trinity Church, John Street 9.30am. Contact Millie - 07765 THURSDAY040006.
PORTHCAWL VETERANS HUB At the Bowls Pavillion, Griffin Park, Porthcawl. 10am - 12 midday. All veterans, serving military and families welcome. We offer support, guidance, chat in a relaxed atmosphere. Refreshments SUNDAYprovided.
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PORTHCAWL COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA Rehearse every Sunday, 6-8pm in Nottage Scout Hall (The Precinct, by the Seagull pub), Porthcawl, CF36 3RF. Visit: www.porthcawlorchestra. co.uk to find out more.
Meetings at St Clare’s School, Newton, Porthcawl CF36 5NY. Thursdays at 7.15pm. Sept to May inc. We’re a very friendly camera club with a mix of male & female members and welcome new members of all ages and skill www.pyle-porthcawl-ps.co.uklevels.
MONDAY 5TH BROADWAYSEPTEMBERCHORUS - REHERSALS RESUME
When contacting advertisers, please say you saw them in the Seaside News promote your event info@seasidenews.co.ukseaside news | 43 14 HYDREF // OCTOBER 15 HYDREF // OCTOBER Digwyddiadau | What’s On www. grandpavilionGrand.Pavilion.Porthcawlporthcawlpavilion.co.ukGrandPavilion 3 TACHWEDD //16NOVEMBER HYDREF // OCTOBER 18 MEDI // 15SEPTEMBER MEDI // SEPTEMBER 1 HYDREF // OCTOBER ED GAMBLE 3 MEDI // SEPTEMBER 28 HYDREF // OCTOBER 29 HYDREF // OCTOBER 23–25 MEDI // SEPTEMBER ELVIS FESTIVAL 11/12 HYDREF // OCTOBER 2065 their best to fix it! Electrical items are PAT safety tested before you leave. If you could email on bridgendrepaircafe@gmail.com to let us know what you’re bringing before Saturday 17th that will help us make sure we have the right fixers for your item. If you’d like to volunteer, please contact us on the above email address. SUNDAY 18TH SEPTEMBER MAGICAL MUSIC - ORCHESTRA & SINGERS
Magical Music is back at The Grand Pavilion, Porthcawl. In 2019 saw the 10th Anniversary of our series of annual fund raising concerts, supporting charities in South Wales. Those that have benefitted so far are Barnardos Cymru, The National Youth Orchestra of Wales and Porthcawl RNLI. To date we have raised £44,000. Magical Music is all about popular music. With a full orchestra and chorus of over 80 performers and soloists, our programme is ideal for people of all ages and tastes who enjoy movies, musicals and TV. (No symphonies!) All the performers give freely of their time and all proceeds will again go to the RNLI in the town. Our presenter is Wayne Forester. Originally from Porthcawl, Wayne has worked as an Actor and Voice Artist for over 20 years, appearing in countless Radio Dramas, Animation series and Computer Games. Credits include the BAFTA nominated Horrid Henry, New Captain Scarlet, Magic Roundabout (ITV) and the RTA winning series The Roly Mo Show. (Cbeebies) Tickets are available online from: GRAND PAVILION - AWEN BOX OFFICE or Telephone 01656 815995. The ticket price of £17.50 includes a free souvenir programme.
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PORTHCAWL & PYLE ABC BOXER MAKES HISTORY
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Dafydd Jones managed to break the 62 year run since the last time a Welsh senior Elite champion was made out of Porthcawl & Pyle ABC since the late Colin Humphreys back in 1960! Dafydd did it in style beating 2 previous Welsh champions along the way in his first season as a senior boxer. Tia Lynch won her 2nd title in 2 years, Tia’s win last year being a monumental moment as the first female to compete win a Welsh title from the Coleclub. Rees became a 2x Welsh Champion beating along 2 opponents along the porthcawlpumas@hotmail.co.ukway.
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PORTHCAWL JOY-RIDERS CYCLING WITHOUT AGE (CWA)
Initially the group organised just one Sunday walk of between 8 and 20 miles. Then, over the years, two walks, and since about 2000, a choice of 3 Sunday walks of different lengths and demands, as well as various mid-walks, and summer evening walks.
From the early 1990s youth hostel trips were organised for small groups of members to destinations such as Snowdonia, and The Lake District. 1996 saw the first foray abroad for the group, when some 15 members went on a youth hostel trip for a week’s walking in the Ardennes forest, in Belgium. In 2012, 12 members had a memorable weeks walking in Killarney, Ireland. Trips to the Alps, soon followed, including a twelve day, “Tour de Mont Blanc” Trek in 2014. Our short walkers have also organised Saturday walking trips by coach to places such as Tenby and the Malvern Hills, and some New Year trips. Bridgend Ramblers now has a dedicated website: www.bridgendramblers.org We now have about 250 members and new members are always made very welcome. With an on-going programme of group walks, to suit everyone, the future for Bridgend & District Ramblers looks promising.
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Men Youth 3rd Sep Resolven RFC (A) 10th Sep Pyle RFC (H) 24th Sep Heol y Cyw RFC (H) Women 4th Sep Haverfordwest RFC (A) 11th Sep Morriston RFC (H) 25th Sep Cup - TBC (H) 3rd Sep Nantyffyllon RFC (H) 10th Sep Maesteg Celtic RFC (A) 17th Sep Valley Ravens RFC (A) Membership for the 2022/23 season is now available, Contact us for details. Super SundayStart4thSeptember plus live music with Calon from 1pm Pitch 1 Under 11s 0930 KO Under 12s 1045 KO Pitch 2 Under 7s & 8s 0900 KO Under 9s 1000 KO Under 10s 1100 KO
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CWA is already operating in 52 countries across the world and now it’s time for South Wales and more specifically Porthcawl to play its part. We are now delighted to announce that we are in a position to purchase our second Trishaw after generous donations from individuals and organisations across the town and region. Our mission is to provide a holistic and social prescription approach to enhance, enrich and extend the lives of the older folk and less-abled of Porthcawl and Bridgend. We still welcome interest from individuals who are willing to give a little free time to become Trishaw pilots and assist with the administration of the charity. Volunteers are the lifeblood of the charity and we can guarantee a warm welcome, modest exercise and the joy of providing a service, which is both giving and rewarding in return. If you wish to find out more about Porthcawl JOY-riders, please check out the link below for more details or contact Steve on 07791 101081, a smcreery@hotmail. co.uk or on the Facebook page: Porthcawl JOY-riders: Cycling Without Age https://cyclingwithoutage.org.uk
BRIDGEND RAMBLERS 40TH ANNIVERSARY
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