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IN THIS MONTH’S ISSUE… ISSUE 171

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CONTENTS LETTERS ................................................ 8 SCHOOLS .......................................... 12 NEWS ................................................. 18 FEATURES .......................................... 24 WI & GUILD NEWS ......................... 30 FINANCE ............................................ 32 PROPERTY .......................................... 34

8 - Night in for Macmillan

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Night In For Macmillan

Grace’s Gift Balloon Race

Dear Editor, I am writing to you to ask your readers to have a Night In for Macmillan on Friday 16th May. Macmillan’s Night In is simply

amazing £1.25m by hosting a Night In for the first time. This year, we’re appealing for people across Wales to sign up to host their own Night In

about having friends round for a catch up, a laugh and something to eat and drink. The beauty of it is that you don’t have to train, get sweaty or even have to hassle people to sponsor you. Instead, everyone just gives what they’d have spent on a night out and the money goes to help people with cancer feel more like themselves again. Last year, our supporters across the UK raised an

and help us to raise even more to support people affected by cancer. To get your Night In kit visit www.macmillan.org.uk/ nightin or call 0300 1000 200. For information or support from Macmillan, call us free on 0808 808 00 00 (Monday to Friday, 9am–8pm) or visit macmillan.org.uk. Susan Morris, General Manager for Wales Macmillan Cancer Support

Dear Editor, It was a chilly Saturday morning, a day delayed due to adverse weather conditions, initially planned for the evening of Friday 21st February, which would have been Grace’s 6th birthday. When Grace’s family, friends and supporters gathered at the Hi Tide Inn to set off the 100 balloons that had been purchased in the weeks leading up to Grace’s birthday. Grace’s Gift Memorial Fund was founded in May 2008 by Helen Salberg, proud Mummy to baby Grace Elizabeth, after they sadly lost their baby girl Grace Elizabeth Salberg on 21st February 2008 at 41 weeks. This had a devastating effect on their family and as a result they wanted to achieve something positive in Grace’s name and so ‘Grace’s Gift’ was born. Grace’s Gift aims to raise awareness of maternal health, foetal wellbeing and the rhythm of your baby’s life. Through our Kick Band Project we work closely together with

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returned and we are waiting until the end of the month before announcing which balloon travelled the furthest before being returned! Our next fundraising event is to be at the Hi Tide Inn on Saturday 14th June with Big Mac’s Wholly Soul Band – for tickets contact jude@ gracesgift.co.uk or helen@ gracesgift.co.uk Jude Trimble, Secretary Porthcawl

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St. John’s School news going into a competition in June against the two highest teams from the Porthcawl and Maesteg libraries/school cluster. For the competition they had to choose a book from a selection provided, read the book over half term then answer 20 questions about it at the library in a Mastermindesque style. It was the ďŹ rst year that Pyle Library had ran the competition and the children can’t wait for round two! If you require any further information you can contact me at Cefn Cribwr Primary (01656 740293 or victoria. girton-smith@bridgend.gov.uk), for details on the library point of view you can contact janet. arbery@bridgend.gov.uk Victoria Girton-Smith Cefn Cribwr Primary School

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raising money for charity. Our Interact group sold pancakes on Shrove Tuesday to raise funds towards an ‘Aquabox’ to send to disaster-stricken areas of the world. Pupils enjoyed a variety of toppings and raised ÂŁ80 in the process. The Interact group was also invited to attend the Rotary Club of Porthcawl’s ‘International Evening’. William Perkins (Head Boy) and Anoushka Pill-Williams (Head Girl), accompanied by Mrs Evans, represented the school and enjoyed an entertaining evening with students from UWC Atlantic College. For further information about the school please contact our school ofďŹ ce on 01656 783404. Mrs E Lougher Acting Head Teacher

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The Key Stage 2 department visited Big Pit in Blaenavon as part of their St. David’s Day Week of Welsh Culture. They learnt all about life underground in the mines.

Phase department visited Gower Heritage Centre. “It was a superb day because we got the chance to go on a coracle boat,� said Tia. Yasmine said, “We learnt all about the water

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wheel and rationing in World War II. We had a brilliant time learning about Wales long ago!� enthused Claudia. On the last day of the spring term we will be holding our Easter Bonnet Parade and our decorate an egg competition. N Pryce Head Teacher

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The Early Years Unit staff, pupils and parents at St. John’s were delighted with their recent Estyn inspection which highlighted how happy our children are and how well they develop their learning in a safe and supportive environment. The high expectations of staff and warm and caring ethos of the unit were noted. We recently enjoyed our annual Eisteddfod. Pupils throughout the school enjoyed competing in a wide variety of both on and off stage competitions. Benjamin White was crowned the St. John’s Bard and the Britons defeated the Saxons in the overall house competition. Parents and friends were impressed by the Highlights Concert the following week. The school has also been busy

‘Cashless catering’ has been implemented in Brynteg. From 24th March pupils and staff will no longer be able to pay for food or drink using cash. Parents can top-up the pupils’ account cards online via the BCBC website. For further details on this new system visit: www.bryntegschool.co.uk We congratulate two Year 11 students Rebecca Murray and Chloe Dyke on their selection to the U17 Welsh netball Squad. Well done girls. The Year 8 rugby team played in the semi-ďŹ nal of the U13 Rugby Magazine British Schools Cup but after a keenly fought match unfortunately lost to Dulwich College. The girls’ hockey teams performed well, with both the

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Corneli Primary news After a slow start to the year, things certainly went up a gear during the national ‘Big Pedal’ fortnight. This initiative, aimed at encouraging cycling to school, proved very successful and on ‘Love Your Bike Day’ Roger Dutton from Sustrans, Dr Bike and our own Bike Crew were on hand to give advice on cycle care and maintenance. As so many took part we look to be among the top schools. To celebrate, we dressed-up as our favourite super hero. We celebrated St David’s Day too with an Eisteddfod feast of music, poetry, drama and dance and as a treat, Welsh cakes! The ďŹ nale was the Chairing of our Bard, won this

Congratulations to Brynteg students year by Katie Evans. Competition was also in the air at Pyle Library where two of our year 6 children, Sam Ingram and Aleah Kerrigan, came second in the ďŹ rst round of a reading competition. Da Iawn! Good luck to them for the next round. The choir were not so lucky with the weather but they did not let the rain prevent them from going to sing for the senior citizens at the community centre. Their programme and chats with the members were thoroughly enjoyed by all. Sue Jones Corneli Primary

Afon y Felin news Eisteddfod Results Reception. Handwriting: 1st Kaleb Devereaux, 2nd Samson Thomas, 3rd Poppi Dobbin. Art: 1st Samson Thomas 2nd Kaleb Devereaux 3rd Poppi Dobbin. Year 1 Handwriting: 1st Nia Knowles, 2nd Lloyd Jones,

3rd Tyler Clatworthy. Art: 1st Lloyd Jones / Nia Knowles, 2nd Sam Jakeway 3rd Megan White. Class 3 Handwriting: 1st Kaitlyn Walker, 2nd Grace Webb / Amber Hallett / Demi-Leigh Gifford, 3rd Faith Thomas. Art: 1st Skarlette McArthur, 2nd Ben Reeve / Ethan Evans, 3rd Demi-Leigh

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Congratulations to Brynteg sixth form students, Celyn Ripley and Jesse Goss, who have been selected to play for the National Wind Orchestra of Wales. Celyn began playing the ute when she was 9 years old. She regularly plays in the Bridgend Youth Orchestra and has been a member since she was aged 4. Since Year 8 she also plays in the Four Counties Youth Orchestra. This will be the third time Celyn has been selected for the National Wind Orchestra of Wales. Celyn has always supported school music playing in the school orchestra and ute group. In Year 10 she passed the Grade 8 music exam with

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Porthcawl Comp news March 11th saw the entire school walk down to the Grand Pavilion in the sunshine, to enjoy our Annual Eisteddfod. With the senior competitions being held in the morning, and the juniors’ in the afternoon, pupils and staff enjoyed an extravaganza of young talent with both traditional and non-traditional events taking place all day. The standard of entries for both on-stage and off-stage events this year was exceptionally high and a massive thank you goes to the pupils and parents for supporting this event. The results were as follows: Overall Eisteddfod Result: 1st Powys – 675, 2nd Morgannwg – 595, 3rd Dyfed – 553, 4th Gwynedd – 504 Choir Competition: 1st Gwynedd, 2nd Morgannwg, 3rd Dyfed & Powys (Joint) Junior Eisteddfod Champion Layla Miller (Morgannwg)

Senior Eisteddfod Champion Phoebe Lewis (Dyfed) Senior Drama Competition Richard Price (Gwynedd) Winner of Junior Welsh Chair Anushruti Yadav (Powys) Winner of Junior English Chair Hannah Parry (Powys) Winner of Senior Welsh Chair Madeleine Williamson-Sarll (Powys) Winner of Senior English Chair Jack Ellis (Morgannwg) Congratulations to all those involved in a tremendous festival. On Wednesday 12th, we held our sixth form open evening, which was extremely well attended. Any queries following this evening may be answered by telephoning the school on 774100. We are now preparing for our next big event which is the PTA Awards Evening on 8th April. Andrew Slade Headteacher

St. Clare’s news March was a very busy month at St. Clare’s School. Our annual Senior School musical was performed to sell out audiences for three consecutive nights. “The Milky Way” was a brand new musical written and produced by pupils and staff in our music and drama departments. The plot featured everything a hit musical needs; a love triangle, dramatic fight scenes, and an

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News from Nottage Primary School St David’s Day Our celebrations for St David’s Day were very enjoyable. The entries for the cake competition were really outstanding this year. Thank you to everyone who made such a fantastic effort. Every class performed an item during the day and displayed an impressive, high standard of Welsh. The chairing of the bard

for their products, the pupils enjoyed a fortnight ripe with banana-based activities and events. Among the school’s bounty of banana antics was a ‘banana split party’, which saw pupils, parents and teachers enjoying Wales’ most eaten fruit topped with a variety of tasty Fairtrade toppings and ice cream. The fruity fortnight of fun

ceremony was brilliant...we had our own druids and Year 4 performed traditional folk dances. The Bard of Nottage for 2014 was Jude Dabernig from Year 6. Fairtrade Fortnight Pupils have also been going bananas for ethical products as a part of Fairtrade Fortnight. To support the annual two-week campaign, which highlights the unfair prices that farmers in developing countries receive

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we looked at stained glass windows and then created our own for the classrooms. We have also created interesting poems about light and colour, investigated natural and manmade light sources and also created our own circuits where the children were fantastic scientists and were able to light up a bulb! In our Early Years Unit the children have met some very interesting characters including John the Gardener who encouraged the children to pick vegetables for the castle cook to make vegetable stew, Queen Abigail who helped the children to find Queen Clara’s lost crown and Delyth the Dragon to name but a few. Rachel John Acting head Teacher

Porthcawl Primary School This month at Porthcawl Primary School we have been involved in a national scheme called ‘The Big Pedal’. As always we don’t do things by half and our playground has been full of bikes and scooters every day. Points were awarded for every pupil, parent, brother or sister who

bike like a super hero day’. If you see a bike looking like Superman around Porthcawl you will now know why! We would also like to congratulate some of our Year 6 pupils. As ever our Eisteddfod was a huge success this year and the poetry competition was hugely competitive. All of

rode a bike or scooter into school. At the time of writing we had racked up over 18,000 points which was enough to put us as 13th in the whole of Wales. We are also well on the way to collecting all our ‘Super Wheelies’. We are also looking forward to ending with a bang with our annual ‘Dress your

the staff were impressed by the quality of all the entrants but there could be only one winner. Congratulations to Millie Evans who wrote an excellent poem all about wonderful Wales. Andrew Wood Porthcawl Primary

Volunteer Driver Scheme Now that the clocks have sprung forward and our evenings are getting longer, we can start getting excited for summer and hopefully some pleasant weather. For many people, there’s no better way of spending a sunny day than behind the wheel of their car, and a summer spin can be more rewarding than they might realise. We’re currently seeking new drivers to join our Volunteer Driver Scheme, which helps local youngsters, families, adults and those who can’t use public transport to make thousands of essential journeys every year. Our drivers provide transport for up to 100 passengers each week, and journeys can

range from school runs and taking looked after children to see their birth families, to accompanying older residents to GP appointments or the local shop. Volunteers can donate as much time as they wish and use their own vehicles, for which mileage and other expenses such as parking costs are reimbursed. Being a volunteer driver is a great way to meet new people, get out of the house and make a vital contribution to the local community, so I’d encourage anybody who is interested to give it a go. For more information, please contact Joanne Kilburn on 01656 642404.

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NEWS All history is local John Morris said that “all history is local”. While looking at how we will commemorate the First World War, I recommend a visit to Porthcawl Museum (http:// www.porthcawlmuseum. org/), with its re-creation of a trench, its uniforms and artefacts collected for that commemoration, will show you he was right. But it is not just in museums that we can find how our local area was impacted by the Great War. The Commonwealth War Graves Commission (http:// www.cwgc.org/) identifies where our family members are buried and what names are on what war memorials. A quick search shows you right away

that it is not necessarily just local people who are named on war memorials; while some appear on multiple memorials, some local people do not appear on any at all. It is right as we approach the 100th anniversary of the First World War that our main focus is on commemorating those who fought and died. We also have the opportunity to examine how the war dramatically changed society brining new opportunities for women to enter the work force and to demonstrate their ability to work alongside men. This was a period of terrible slaughter and destruction out of which a new society was gradually forged.

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Repairs to boardwalk going ahead this month Repairs to the Rest Bay boardwalk and other parts of the Wales Coast Path network will take place this month following the considerable storm damage that it sustained earlier in the year. The Welsh Government is providing £110,000 for the work, which will replace some sections of the boardwalk entirely in time for the tourist season and provide a new concrete path at specific points – watch out for more news on this soon. Elsewhere, latest performance statistics have revealed that Bridgend County Borough’s 57 per cent recycling rate is one of the very best in the country and well above the national average of 52 per cent. This

success is of course down to local residents, and the council and our waste partners Kier thank you for your efforts. More than 200 tonnes of green waste was diverted away from landfill and converted into compost fertiliser as part of our fortnightly garden waste collection service last year, which green-fingered householders may be pleased to learn is running again between April and the end of October. With an annual cost of £27 per household (£23 for pensioners), more than 1,500 homes have already used the service – find out more at www.bridgend.gov.uk or call us on 01656 643643.

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More nurses needed Like the UK Parliament, the Welsh Assembly has a system whereby backbench members can bring forward their own legislation. Kirsty Williams, who represents Brecon and Radnorshire is seeking to use this to make Wales the first country in the UK to establish a legal duty for safe nurse staffing levels and I am backing her all the way. Her idea, which was debated for the first time on 5th March, seeks to enshrine minimum nurse staffing levels in law. There is increasing evidence that under-staffed wards put unreasonable pressure on medical staff and that this can lead to mistakes or important

tasks remaining undone. This pressure, together with the physical demands of the job can lead to high levels of sick and absence and this increases the strain nurses are put under. I believe that following the example of other countries and addressing Wales’ poor ratio of nurses to beds by legislation will help to ensure a higher quality of care for patients and address some of the issues that have arisen in Welsh hospitals recently. I urge everyone to visit www. morenurses.org.uk to make their voice heard.

PETER BLACK AM Welsh Liberal Democrats www.peter-black.net www.peterblack.blogspot.com

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Porthcawl regeneration latest I would like to re-emphasise the fact that a supermarket development on the Salt Lake car park site would be just one part of the overall jigsaw for Porthcawl’s regeneration, albeit an important catalyst for other development. The latest update, following the disappointing news of Morrisons withdrawing their interest, is that we are now giving all of the shortlisted bidders the chance to refresh their bids for the site. We believe this is the fairest approach to take and bidders will have until the end of May. We hope that a retail development will kick-start other aspects of the town’s regeneration and create the

potential for viable leisure and tourism proposals to come forward. However, we have been equally clear that the regeneration isn’t solely dependent on a retail scheme and we’re mindful that if the retail bids aren’t at a level that we can proceed with then then we may need to consider other options for Salt Lake. For now, we will wait to see the new bids, and will be issuing further updates as the situation develops. In the meantime, the fantastic new marina is being officially opened this month and, on the back of this, we are marketing the Jennings building.

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Porthcawl Town Council is excited to launch its new Community Fund initiative. The Community fund is a total of £25,000 over three years which will be available to help contribute towards community projects within Porthcawl. An application form will be available from the Town Council Office from 1st April 2014, where an organisation can apply up to £25,000 or the amount remaining in the funding pot at the time of the application. There are certain criteria that the project will have to fulfill including contributing towards a welcoming town, community cohesion, skills and talent and environmental improvement. The project should benefit at least one of the following:

local residents, local charities, local groups/organisations, local economy. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to make your project happen with a little help from Porthcawl Town Council! For further information contact the Town Council Office. The Sea Festival date has been set for Saturday 26th July 2014. This will take place alongside the Flower & Music Festival which will be returning for its second year! Make a note in your diaries now. Keep an eye on the Town Council website for further information. And finally…happy Easter. Alison Thomas Town Clerk Tel: 01656 782215

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Improve financial education in schools I have been lucky enough to bring forward a private members bill in this Assembly term, and mine seeks to improve financial education in schools while giving local authorities greater powers to protect the financial wellbeing of their citizens. The Financial Education & Inclusion Bill has now entered a new phase, and the proposals that I want to make law in Wales have now gone out to the public for a six-week consultation that comes to an end on April 28. This Bill has been put together through widespread collaboration so far, and it was always my intention to involve as many people as possible,

because I think the final piece of legislation will be all the better for having had many hands upon it. Wales needs to do more to rebuild its economy, and having a workforce full of financially-capable school leavers would be a major step forward, and, for all the debates around further powers, it is something that we can do now, with the powers we have. Anyone who is interested in contributing to my Bill can either contact my office, or search for “Financial Education & Inclusion Bill” on Facebook, or @FinEdBill on Twitter. I’d really love to have your views.

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Fairtrade groups go bananas! The Bridgend Fairtrade Partnership and Sustainable Wales ask Seaside News readers to help draw attention to unfair supermarket pricing schemes keeping banana producers in poverty. The groups urge people to

write to UK Business Secretary, Vince Cable MP, requesting government intervention to make banana pricing fair. Check out for more info. http://foncho.fairtrade.org.uk/ The letter to Vince Cable MP should explain that: “Bananas are the most popular and most traded fruit in the world. We eat 5 billion every year, spending £550million in Britain.

“However, in the last 10 years supermarkets have almost halved the price of loose bananas, though the production costs have doubled. “Typically a loose banana costs us 11p. The supermarkets are locked into a competitive price war - they price check bananas against each other - using their enormous buying power to keep the price they pay low. This puts pressure on the banana farmers at the end of the supply chain. “Retailer behaviour should change to support the livelihoods of Banana farmers. The Fairtrade mark is the only certification that ensures a fair price. GlobeScan tells us that four in five consumers agree that companies can reduce poverty and help achieve a living wage for banana producers. Margaret Minhinnik

WW1 Centenary Last October Porthcawl Shout Forum proposed a World War 1 commemoration project to BCBC which consisted of seeding the gateway roundabouts into Porthcawl

BCBC Parks and Gardens team start their preparation work. In horticulture there are few guarantees but we all hope that during the August centenary, Porthcawl will have

with Flanders Poppies to help the town’s centenary events. Porthcawl Chamber of Trade, Rotary Club, Lions Club and private individuals were pleased to support the initiative with funding and the Town Council offered to provide all poppy work on the Nottage Roundabout. Thank you all for your help and kindness in supporting this event. Residents with a keen eye may have noticed areas already pegged off on the Dan-y-graig, Nottage and Town roundabouts as the

a blaze of scarlet poppies to help both residents and visitors reflect. One of the Great War hallmarks was the pride people had in their country and how important it was for them to make a personal contribution and it has been very pleasing to experience those same values today in Porthcawl with this attempt to recall and honour those lives lost “in some corner of a foreign field” long ago. Gary Victor Porthcawl Shout Forum

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Ty Elis news A Porthcawl social enterprise, which provides a range of counselling services, has received backing from Communities 2.0, the Welsh Government’s digital inclusion programme which is part funded by the European Regional Development Fund. Ty Elis is a general counselling service providing therapies on a broad range of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma and loss. Ty Elis believes there should be no barriers to someone wanting to access counselling. Whilst the service is open to anyone the majority of Ty Elis’s clients are people unable to afford private counselling or the level of support they need. All clients self-refer. The investment from Communities 2.0 will support

the aim of Ty Elis to become more sustainable through provision of its counselling services. Hugh Bennett, Business Development Manager at Ty Elis, welcomed the news: “We’re very grateful for the support from Communities 2.0. We’re at an important stage in the organisation’s development, as we not only seek to build on our successful counselling services, but seek to create a purpose-built training facility for the next generation of counsellors. The Communities 2.0 support, will enable us to do just that”. For further information, please contact David Madge, Marketing and Press Officer on 01792 484005 david. madge@walescooperative.org

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Through Christian Eyes Every year the Sunday Times newspaper produces a ‘Rich List’ of the 100 wealthiest people in the land. This year they continued the theme with daily ‘rich lists, for example, the richest young men/women under 30 years old, the richest football managers, the richest immigrants in the country etc. This constant celebration of financial wealth though, has led to some interesting reactions. In the letters page, ‘Barry’ from Dorset, under the heading ‘That’s a bit rich!’ asked why there was this continual focus on financial wealth alone and reminded the Times: “People can be rich in many ways”. This thought was taken up by the paper’s cartoonist, who drew two men sitting on a train reading. One was reading the ‘Rich List’ while next to him a man was reading ‘The Poor But Happy List”. Seaside News | 24

Do you remember the old verse ‘The Limitations of Money”. It says; Money will buy a bed but not sleep, books but not brains, food but not appetite, finery but not beauty, medicine but not health, luxury but not culture, amusement but not happiness, a crucifix but not a Saviour, a temple but not Heaven”. When I spoke on this subject in our Porthcawl church a few weeks ago I was reminded of some the words of Jesus in Matthew 16:26, “What good will it be for a man if he gains the whole world yet forfeits his soul. Or what can an man give in exchange for his soul?” The teaching of the bible is that we can be rich in ‘things’ but ‘poor in spirit’. So what is the most valuable thing we can have, a big balance in the bank or a right balance in the inner life? Rev Martin Gillard

The Friends of RMBI Albert Edward very generously arranged for one of our courtyards to be transformed into a stunning sensory garden.

was agreed Doug Morgan a long standing member of the Friends and entertainment officer to the home, passed away. It was decided that

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After going out to tender, Jeff Tombs Landscapers was the preferred choice. Jeff and his team have worked tirelessly over the winter months, despite bad weather they have managed to produce a stunning area for our residents and their families to enjoy. This garden was at the request of one of our late residents Mrs Glenys Wyn Jones when

the garden would be named in his honour and as such is now named the Doug Morgan Sensory Garden. The excitement that the garden has brought to the home has been quite unexpected with people changing their routes or journeys through the home just to monitor its progress. We are all looking forward to

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her husband Iori passed away Glenys felt there wasn’t an area where she could go to reflect, she wanted an area that was sheltered and calm to be able to remember Iori and all the good times they had had together. Since the garden

the forthcoming garden party being held here at the home on Saturday 26th April. Should you require a tour of the home please contact us on 01656 785311. Rebecca Timms Business Administrator

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U3a Nosen Lawen celebrations Porthcawl U3A’s popular, fluent Welsh speaking, Chairman Handel Davies compered their annual “Nosen Lawen” gathering held at the Hi-Tide on 28th Friday February 2014. All those who attended enjoyed a thoroughly entertaining evening. Throughout the evening the Chairman punctuated this happy occasion with a plethora of jokes that created a perfect atmosphere for the organised entertainment that followed the excellent dinner that was promptly served and greatly enjoyed by members. The feast of music that followed can only be described as perfect for the occasion. Well known musician Sheila Miles accompanied her son Hefin Miles who, playing

his violin beautifully and with great poise, provided members with a rendering of Welsh music that will long be remembered for the quality of the performance and most appropriate choice as St David was our reason for the celebrations. We were also fortunate to have the contrasting music of the popular duo “Steff and Sue” who provided, for the second time this year, their medley of the best of American popular songs from famous composers like Gershwin and Cole Porter. Anyone wishing to join Porthcawl U3A or receive further information should contact the writer on 783663 or access our web site porthcawlu3a.webnet.plus Clive Mort

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Porthcawl Parkinsons’ news At the February meeting of the Porthcawl Parkinsons’ support group Mr Ross Martin gave us a talk about the RNLI and supported it with digitally projected images. Mr Martin has more than 20 years’ experience in the organisation and is now the safety officer for the Porthcawl Station. The crew members are fully committed to the service all giving their time freely. It takes two years to become fully qualified, with each different boat class requiring further training. The crew’s families are also deeply committed

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The people of Kenfig part two In 1325 Nicholas, the son of John Nichol, granted land near Es Street in Kenfig to William and Johanna Terri at a yearly rent of 4d. The rent was to be paid quarterly at 1d a quarter after an initial remuneration of 10s. Also in 1325 Nicholas’ brother, John, granted land to Margam Abbey in exchange for three loaves of bread and a gallon of beer, daily. In addition he received a silver mark, four pairs of shoes, a quarter of oats and pasture for two beasts. In 1329 Alicia Terri, widow of Richard de Ewyas, granted two acres of land between Kenfig and South Cornelly to John www.seasidenews.co.uk

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Have your say about self-harming A new self-harm self-help group has just been set up and open every fourth Monday of the month from 5.30 – 6.30pm in ARC Day Services in Quarella Road in Bridgend. In a friendly, relaxed environment, the group provides a safe, confidential and supportive space to meet others who understand the issues faced by a person who self-harms. You have the opportunity to speak openly about the issues of self-harming and how to improve services within your community.

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Lunar impact observed A meteorite with the mass of a small car recently crashed into the Moon. The impact, the biggest seen to date, produced a bright flash and would have been easy to detect from the Earth. The Moon has no atmosphere, and the record of the collisions that span the 4.5 billion years’ history of the Solar System is plain to see on its surface, in the form of the vast numbers of craters that cover it. Although there is little likelihood now of a large object striking the Moon or planets, collisions with smaller objects are very common even today. Last September, astronomers witnessed an unusually long

and bright flash in Mare Nubium, one of the ancient lava-filled ‘seas’ of the Moon. It was no doubt the result of a rock crashing into the lunar surface and was briefly almost as bright as the Pole Star. An afterglow remained visible for a further eight seconds. It was probably produced by an impactor whose size was of the order of a metre, and created a new crater with a diameter of around 40 metres. The impact energy was equivalent to an explosion of 15 tonnes of TNT. Clive Down Bridgend Astronomical Society

Friends of Morfa During March we held a “Victory Meal” at the Twelve Knights, Margam, to celebrate our success at the public inquiry, which found in favour of maintaining access to Morfa Beach via Footpath 92. As “Friends” we now move into a new phase where we

to funds, and will support our long-term aims as a community group promoting the coastal environment at Morfa. On Sunday 13th April join us for a “Walk to Morfa”, meeting at the railway gates, Longlands Lane, Margam, at 12 noon.

will endeavour to ensure that footpaths and access are maintained to a properly high standard. Part of FP 92 contributes to the Wales Coastal Path, so this work is important nationally as well as locally. During March we also held our usual monthly meeting, which was followed by a Quiz Night. This added a useful boost

Our photograph shows how the winter storms stripped sand off the beach. It will be interesting to assess the extent, if any, that the tides have put sand back by then. For the date of our next public meeting, please check the Save Morfa Beach (Friends of Morfa) pages on Facebook. Dr. Charles Smith Photo: Helen Stephens

BirdWatch: Bullfinch The Bullfinch is a woodland bird with a stocky build and stumpy black beak designed to peel seeds. The male has a reddish pink breast with a black cap and grey back; the female also has a black cap but her breast is pinkish

Lions Book Fair 2014 It was Bridgend’s Town Mayor, Cllr Haydn Morgan, who had the privilege of officially opening Bridgend Lions annual three day Book Fair at the YMCA. After opening the Fair the Mayor went on to mingle and chat with the already large crowd, buying a number of books and enjoying a coffee and cake at the events pop-up cafe. Many hundreds of book lovers, not only from the town but from as far afield as the West Midlands, came to browse and delight in the huge selection of books, searching for favourite authors or subjects. Seaside News | 26

Speaking at the Book Fair, Tony Rees, president of Lions Club of Bridgend, said “The Lions Club is proud of its achievement in bringing this extraordinarily successful event to the town which, in 20 years, has raised the amazing sum of more than 150,000 for the community and local charities.” In closing, president Tony went on to praise the huge amount of work done by many volunteers, the help of clubs partners in the project and, most of all, the support of people of Bridgend in making this event such a success. Henry Trimlett Lions Club of Bridgend

grey. Both sexes have a white rump, mostly clearly seen when flying away from you. Between the 1950s and mid 1970s Bullfinches were far more abundant in southern

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Many of our veterans who have served their country are awarded medals, but the majority do not receive the honour of having their medals presented to them. Healing the Wounds charity believe that this small gesture, gives back a sense of pride to our servicemen, therefore, we

not be able to continue this support. Roy’s medal was presented to him by the director of the charity Arfon Williams on Wednesday 12th March 2014, in a small ceremony at the Rest Annex in Porthcawl to celebrate his service in the Army serving in the Royal

were very pleased and proud to present Veteran Roy Rees his Northern Ireland Medal for services to his country during the conflict. Both Roy and his partner, local artist Lydia Nicholson, give much of their free time to help fundraise for Healing the Wounds, who support veterans, the emergency services and their families in many ways and without help from our volunteers, we would

Corps Transport. Group photo left to right Arfon Williams Director and ex combat medic RRW, Roy Rees ex RCT, Founder of Healing the Wounds Kevin Richards ex combat medic RRW, Bill John ex Welch. Healing the Wounds are situated at the Rest Annex, Rest Bay, Porthcawl, CF36 3UP. Tel. 01656 786380/07714622328

The Rotary Club of Porthcawl has recently had another very successful annual International Evening. The event, at the Hi Tide, hosted fifteen international students from Atlantic College, their Deputy Principal, Nick Lush, and Rotary Interact pupils from St. John’s School and many other guests. They were wonderfully entertained by mezzo-soprano, Emily Hunt, who was the Area 7 winner of the Rotary Young Musician of the Year and was accompanied by Paul Greenway, head of music at Bryntirion Comprehensive School. After the meal, each student Seaside News | 28

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Mor from 10am. to 4pm. with thousands of good, reasonably priced book of all varieties to choose from. Monday 5th May is, of course, May Fayre day in All Saints Church, Victoria Avenue. The fun starts at 11am. and there will be plenty of games and stalls as well as hot and cold refreshments, a children’s corner and entertainment. Entrance is only 50 pence, children accompanied by an adult free, so please come along and even bring your dog to take part in the dog show. The annual golf day at the Grove golf club is on 6th June and the Vintage Fair is on Sunday 3rd August at Porthcawl Rugby Club, but more about these next month. John Cosson

On Saturday 15th March Lions from Porthcawl and neighbouring clubs, their partners and honoured guests, including District Governor Lion John Mounty and Deputy Mayor Sean Aspey gathered at the Hi-Tide to celebrate Porthcawl Lions 34th birthday Charter Night. A great evening was enjoyed by everyone. Club members face a busy time with many events now organised. There will be coffee mornings throughout April and hopefully longer in Trinity Church, John Street every Friday from 10am. to 12.30pm. Porthcawl Lions are also working with Healing the Wounds to hold car boot sales at The Rest every Sunday morning from 7am. On Saturday 19th April there is a grand book sale in Awel-y-

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WI & GUILD NEWS Porthcawl Guild’s diamond day Although it was in February we are still talking about our 60th Diamond birthday celebrations! We held a lunch at the Grove Golf Club - the room beautifully decorated with balloons and flowers in the guild colours of purple, green and white. A large guest list included the National T.G. Chairman, the Federation Chairman and the Mayor and Mayoress of Porthcawl, Councillors Mike and Norah Clarke. We were especially pleased to welcome two members from our twin

guild in Nottingham, Mansfield LadyOaks, and members from the Cardiff Guilds. After a splendid meal our guest speaker was Roy Noble, who gave a speech well suited to such a celebratory occasion. Now we are looking forward to the next 60 years!! Our March meeting was our AGM when there was some change in Officers - Dorothy Thomas taking over as Chairman, and Jean Dorrington as Vice Chairman. Dee Richardson after a long stint first as Treasurer for 13 years

Promote your WI or Guild for FREE Email: info@seasidenews.co.uk Mynydd Cynfig news 11th March saw our members once again using the facilities of the Talbot Institute as the church hall in Pyle is undergoing extensive alterations. The meeting was chaired by our president Marjorie Goode and minutes read by our secretary Enid Rymer. Spring is now upon us and our members have been discussing the trips and outings for the coming year. The Glamorgan Show in July was discussed and members informed about the competitions they could enter. Unfortunately our guest speaker Dianne Ford was unable to attend but the time was not wasted, discussions about our annual August trip or trips were bantered about and everyone had good ideas as to where we could or could not go. Our walking club, Scrabble and interest groups are well attended, and we are

keeping our fingers crossed for fine weather for our Bath Walk. fund raising ideas have been discussed and hopefully will prove popular and rewarding. A vote was taken and it has been decided to keep our W.I. meetings at the Talbot Institute with our interest groups meeting in the Pyle Life Centre. We thank the Pyle and Kenfig Parish for letting us use their hall with its facilities and hope their renovations are soon completed to their satisfaction. The guest speaker for next month is Ross Scadden the topic is what to do with a scarf, which should be very interesting. Tea and biscuits followed by our members being entertained by our secretary Enid Rymer who introduced us to bingo not as you know it. A good time was had by all. Christine Callaghan

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then Chairman for 4 years is now our President. Well done and thank you Dee, but we shall still be working her hard on Committee! Presentations of flowere were made to Dee and to our retiring President Ruth Lloyd. The meeting closed with the cutting of a beautiful birthday cake

enjoyed by all members. Our next meeting is on 9th April 2pm at All Saints Church Hall when Ceri Joseph will be telling us of the part played by Porthcawl in the Great War. All welcome, for more information ring 772157. Dorothy Thomas

Sker WI news The March meeting of Sker WI was held recently. The charity evening in aid of ACWW went well and over £200 was raised. Polly Davies gave a talk, with slides, on her visit to the Grand Canyon. It is amazing how large an area it covers. During the interval members enjoyed pancakes. At the main meeting two members of the British Red Cross stepped in at short notice to tell us about the movement. The Red Cross started in 1863 by a Swiss Business man, Henry Dunant, who was appalled at the suffering he saw. The Red Cross is now a World Wide

organisation which helps people in many ways apart from the medical side. There are 6,000 staff and over 30,000 volunteers in the UK alone. They have fund raising events and also retail outlets. The day trip to Denman College in Oxfordshire is coming soon. The collage is run by the WI and offers various day and residential courses. The next meeting is on 10th April at St David’s Church Hall, Nottage when a member will tell us about ‘Basic First Aid’. Anyone wishing to join us will be very welcome. Ann Vipond

Kenfig WI news Our monthly meeting was held on Monday 3rd March at the Methodist Church Hall, North Cornelly. Following the formal business our speaker Debra John (dressed in character) gave a talk on “Life for a woman in Swansea Debtor’s Prison during the nineteenth century”. The talk was both informative and entertaining, interspersed with some humorous tales about what went on in the prison. However most of the time it was a miserable existence for the women who suffered great hardship often through no fault of their own. Our members were thoroughly absorbed and were invited to ask questions afterwards. The evening was rounded of with tea and Welsh cakes to celebrate St. David’s Day.

Our congratulations to Muriel Stubbs who recently won the Federation whist competition and will be presented with her certificate at the Federation Council Meeting. We look forward to our next meeting on Monday 7th April when any new members are welcome. Contrary to belief our W.I. is not all about making jam and buns (although some members do enjoy this). Each meeting we have a speaker. We organise trips, participate in events/competitions organised through Federation and generally enjoy a good social time. Anyone interested in joining us please contact Pam on 01656 742149. Pam Redmond

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The Chancellor announced a number of welcome changes in his Budget on the 19th March. Those saving for and approaching retirement are likely to benefit the most; here are some of the key points. ISA allowance increased to £15,000 per year : You can use an ISA to invest in Stocks & Shares or Cash Deposits. All interest, investment income and capital gains made on investments held within an ISA are tax free. The current ISA allowance is £11,520 pa. You could invest all of this in stocks and shares but the maximum you could invest into a cash ISA was £5,760. This has been simplified; there is from July a £15,000 per year overall ISA limit. This can either be invested solely into investments or cash or you can mix and match between cash and investments. Once the money is within the ISA it will benefit from the same tax advantages outlined above. Pensions – Increased Flexibility : Perhaps the most surprising part of the chancellor’s budget

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Friendship through flowers In November 1972 some like-minded friends decided to form a club dedicated to the art of flower arranging. A decision was made and Porthcawl Floral Arrangement Society became a reality. The society soon became affiliated to the South Wales and Three Counties area of the National Association of Flower Arranging Societies. The flower club gained in prestige through its involvement in numerous Flower Festivals and competitions and by the work and dedication of Past President, Sylvia Lewis, who sadly passed away two years ago. The club continues to grow and thrive. It supports charities and recently donated £200

to Air Ambulance Wales. New members are warmly welcomed. Hence the title of this article. In May, NAFAS is celebrating its emerald anniversary. To commemorate this milestone some club members will display some flowerarrangements in Porthcawl library, in a shop in John Sreet and on May 2nd in the Cooperative supermarket where club tutor, Maureen Fargie, a Chelsea medal winner, will demonstrate and display a floral design. For further information, look for the monthly advertisement in the Seaside News and also from club President and Chairman, Dwynwen Jones, telephone 01656 785388. Mair Stockford

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Laleston Gardening Club report March has arrived and dare I say “Spring has Sprung !”, as I write this article the sun has appeared and the daffodils are opening their yellow petals. A welcome sight !. Work has been steadily moving at Cliff Cottage Laleston and the two Chimney stacks have been repaired and have greatly enhanced the exterior appearance of the building. Further on going work is required on three of lintels and the kitchen roof, watch this space! The 2014 lecture programme is continuing to be well attended by members

and new comers, the next lecture is on Monday 14th April at 7.30pm on “Ivor’s Lecture Trip to China”. A date for your diary is Laleston Gardening Club’s plant sale held on Saturday 10th May at 10.30am £1.00 admission with a wide selection of Flower & Vegetable plants. Let’s hope the weather continues to improve and we look forward to another successful growing year. Until next time, happy growing! Simon J Nelson Vice Chairman Laleston Gardening Club.

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DO NOT DELAY MAKING PLANS FOR THE FUTURE Douglas-Jones Mercer Solicitors explain why you should not put off taking steps to plan for the future…… this amount are then divided into two. Half will pass to the children when they attain eighteen years of age, and the other half will pass to a life interest trust for the survivor. This will provide an income to the survivor for life, but they will never be entitled to the capital – this will also pass to the children on the Of the 50 million adults living survivor’s death. in the UK, it is staggering that almost 60% of them have 2. A spouse passes away failed to make any plans for leaving the survivor with the future by making a Will. no children. Excuses range from ‘no time Fact: The survivor will not to deal with it’, ‘I don’t have be entitled to the entire anything to leave’, to the idea estate. that ‘something will happen They will only receive the to me if I make a Will’. first £450,000.00 with the Jonathan Powell, Director balance again being divided and Head of the Estates and into two, half passing to the Trusts team at top Welsh law surviving spouse, and the firm Douglas-Jones Mercer remaining half passing to explains why you cannot the deceased’s parents or ignore the need to organise siblings. your affairs for your family. ‘I don’t need a Will, my 3. A person passes away spouse will receive my leaving no spouse or estate anyway’ children. This is one of the most Fact: The estate could pass common misconceptions. to the Crown. Without a Will, the law of The estate will pass to their intestacy dictates where your parents, but if none, then estate will pass, and this is to their brothers and sisters, not always to the people you failing which to remoter would expect. For example:- relations with whom they may 1. A spouse passes away leaving the survivor with children. Fact: The survivor will not be entitled to the entire estate. They will only receive the first £250,000.00 worth of assets (plus the personal chattels). Any assets over and above

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wish to ultimately benefit your children. This can be achieved using trusts which provide a right to income (and sometimes capital) to your spouse, but ensuring that the majority of assets are protected for your children in the future following the death of your spouse. It is essential to take proper advice when setting up this form of planning as it could have serious tax consequences if done incorrectly.

3. Someone challenges the terms of your Will. For example, for being excluded from it. In these How can a Lawyer add circumstances, a judge value to something which I would want to ascertain can do myself? the reason why that person If your Lawyer specialises was excluded. If the Will is in this area, they will no homemade, or made with an doubt be able to highlight institution who may not be additional factors which you regulated, then it is unlikely may not have considered. For that any evidence would be example: available. In the case of a good solicitor, the reason 1. You have a relative with for the exclusion would a learning disability. have been discussed and You can create a trust for documented in the file which them under the Will to can then be produced as enable others (trustees) to evidence of the deceased’s manage the money for them. intentions. Such evidence Money can be released as can even prevent a claim and when required, but the from reaching the litigation management of the fund process. remains with the trustees Inheritance Tax (IHT) – the to prevent over-zealous basics: spending or the risk of abuse When taking Will instructions, from third parties. your Lawyer will discuss your inheritance tax position. This 2. You have children from a again must be approached previous marriage. with specialist advice as any It can be difficult trying to flaws in the planning will only balance the needs of your come to light when it is too current spouse against the late.

Under the current regime, a person is entitled to leave £325,000.00 of assets tax free. Anything above this value is taxed at 40%. In the event of you leaving your entire estate to your husband or wife, this tax free allowance is unused due to the spouse exemption from IHT. On second death, this unused allowance can therefore be claimed by the executors in order to increase the tax allowance to £650,000.00. If you have assets which are expected to rise significantly in value in the future, then it is worth considering leaving these in trust for your spouse and children so that any future gain is removed from your estate in order to reduce your IHT liability. Your Lawyer would also discuss other methods of reducing your liability by making gifts to children, or to trusts for them, and the implications of that gift on your estate. Many Lawyers will also have links with independent financial advisers who can offer further planning options to reduce your liability.

Business Assets Owners of private limited companies often fail to ensure that there is a successful mechanism in place to deal with the succession of the company in the event of their death. Many will leave their shares to their spouse or children, without a thought for the difficulties this can cause. There would be nothing to stop the spouse entering the business and demanding an input into the ongoing management of the company, when this is not something that is beneficial to the company structure. There is also considerable scope for IHT planning in this area. Shares in a trading private limited company can pass tax free on death. In the event of the survivor opting to sell their shares (or sometimes being forced to sell them by agreements already in place), then they are converting an asset which is tax free into cash. This only serves to increase the value of their estate for IHT purposes. You can avoid this pitfall with the use of trusts. If the shares are left to a trust fund,

the sale proceeds become payable to the trust and do not therefore increase the value of the survivor’s estate. This form of planning can often be backed up with insurance to prevent the company having to find the cash to effect the purchase. The company then retains its shares, and the spouse benefits from the value of the deceased’s interest in the company in a tax efficient manner. What is a Power of Attorney? Once you have taken the step to plan for the future, I always recommend that you complete a Lasting Power of Attorney at the same time. This allows you to appoint an attorney who can deal with your financial affairs, property, and even make decisions regarding your welfare, in the event of you being unable to do so. Many people assume that this is only applicable to elderly clients and issues of mental incapacity. Whilst it does allow the attorney to run the affairs of a person who has lost their capacity, it

can also assist in the case of physical incapacity caused by a stroke, illness, or even an accident. In this unfortunate event, family members will not be able to assist you without a Court Order which can take up to four months from the start of the process. Imagine stepping away from all of your affairs for this period of time, and this will highlight the potential difficulties which can arise without a power of attorney. Even a simple task such as cancelling a standing order at the bank can become impossible. DJM Estates and Trusts Department At DJM, we have experience of dealing with the personal affairs of our private clients since 1946. This can range from a simple Will, to complex IHT solutions so do not delay your planning any more. For a free, no obligation consultation at The Dunes Business Centre, 267 New Road, Porthcawl CF36 5BG please contact Jonathan Powell on 01656 772211.

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LEGAL Domestic violence issues Often family solicitors are asked to deal with clients who have suffered domestic abuse. There are various options which are available to clients who require protection. The ďŹ rst avenue is to call the Police who have powers to arrest and charge the perpetrator. Clare’s Law – a scheme allowing police to disclose details of an abusive partner’s past – has been rolled out across England and Wales from 8th March 2014, which is International Women’s Day. The Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme is designed to allow the police to disclose information about a partner’s previous history of domestic violence or violent acts. It follows a 14-month pilot in four police force areas. The scheme – often known as Clare’s Law – is named after Clare Wood who was brutally murdered ďŹ ve years ago by her former partner, who had a record of violence against women. Domestic Violence Protection Orders (DVPOs) have also been rolled out

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across England and Wales. This new power will enable police and magistrates’ courts to provide protection to victims in the immediate aftermath of a domestic violence incident. DVPOs can be used to provide immediate protection to a victim where there is not enough evidence to charge an alleged perpetrator and provide protection to victims via bail conditions. A DVPO can last for up to 28 days, during which time the perpetrator can be prevented from having contact with the victim. If you have been affected by any of these issues, you must contact the Police, but the civil courts can also provide assistance in that they can make orders known as injunctions which will prevent the perpetrator from approaching you or your home. If you have any queries regarding the above, you should seek the advice of a family solicitor. Madeline Rand Melanie Lazarus & Co. Solicitors

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More people should have a Power of Attorney‌not just the older person! Justice Minister Lord McNally has stated that more people should be making Lasting Powers of Attorney and not just the elderly. He made this comment amidst a call to further digitise the application process. Whilst this has raised an argument around whether further digitisation of the process for making a Lasting Power of Attorney will make vulnerable people at risk of abuse, it has also brought the issue of who needs a Lasting Power of Attorney to the forefront once again. Lord McNally went on to say that “Making a Lasting Power of Attorney is as important as making a will – it can save people unnecessary trauma and expense and makes sure their own wishes are followed whatever happens. It is crucial for people of all ages, yet very few under 60’s have one registered and we need that to change’. We are likely to experience more health problems as we get older, but we never know what is around the corner at any age. We could be involved in an accident or suffer from a medical problem at any stage of life which prevents us from managing our ďŹ nancial affairs. One example of this is found in the results of a Johns Hopkins study which identiďŹ ed that young and middle-aged women with type 2 diabetes are at much greater risk of coronary artery disease than previously believed and that women of any age who have diabetes are at a high risk for coronary artery disease. If you do not have a Power of Attorney in place and later become ill or mentally incapacitated, your relatives may face long delays and expense in applying to the Court of Protection to take control of your assets and ďŹ nances. Emma Hardwidge, Head of the Private Client department of RLE law and a member of Solicitors for the Elderly, stated that ‘we deal with a growing number of applications for Lasting Powers of Attorney, but the majority of our clients are still over 60. The bottom line is that we should all be thinking about putting our affairs in order early on. When someone becomes unable to manage their affairs it is a very traumatic time for their family and having prepared for it makes it much easier’. If you would like further advice in relation to Lasting Powers of Attorney, please contact RLE Law on 01656 656861. Deadline date is always the 15th of the month

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HEALTH & BEAUTY Meditation matters Free yoga and sound meditation day at St Claire’s School, Porthcawl, Saturday 12th April 10am - 4pm. To register www. michelelambertyoga.co.uk Nada Yoga is the yoga of sound. Throughout the workshop Michele and Aaron will fuse together the combination of Asana and Sound, encouraging the free movement of energy around the body. Michele and Aaron have developed this practice to move you deeper within, both yoga and sound practices are ancient ways to bring about deep healing and experience the joy that naturally lives within you. Each Asana is

Poor oral health is a risk factor chosen to activate energy through different parts of the body and the gongs will be played to resonate with the same parts, each gong has a different frequency which will affect the body in different ways. The sound work is not continuous throughout the practice but will be used at appropriate times to enhance the Asana’s further, as will sound healing through the medium of the voice. The magical combination of Yoga and sound will help you to create the space within that allows the natural state of meditation to arise. Neville Evans

Volunteer to be a friend indeed! Mirus, a Welsh charity who support people with a range of disabilities, has launched a volunteer scheme with a difference in the Bridgend area. What’s different about this volunteer scheme - it’s personal! Whether you’ve got a hobby that you would like to share, a particular interest, or simply love having a chat over a cup of coffee, you could be helping someone achieve a life goal. We’ll match you with a person according to what interests you have as well as the time you can have to offer. You will receive out-of-pocket expenses such as travel, entry fees and light refreshments, with ongoing support and training from our Volunteer Coordinator.

What will you get out of it? As a volunteer you can really have an impact on people’s lives as well as making your own life more fulďŹ lled and rewarding. “Befriending Andrew has been so rewarding. It has given Andrew a better quality of life, but I also recognise the rewards it brings me.â€? Des, volunteer with Mirus. Does this sound like you? Please visit our website http://www.mirus-wales. org.uk/volunteer/ for more information, email Volunteer@mirus-wales.org. uk or telephone Lynne: 01656 769073

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POEMS In Your Own Special Way

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Father Abraham

You no longer have a smile, Upon your loving face, Because at this time, Your life feels a lonely place.

A man had instead, A head made of bread, And I’m sorry to say, that’s why, I’m dead. My will is not ready to read, And spread my love and pleasure, that all will read to treasure, Whatever the weather. As I thread my heavy leather, my health has no measure, Now the weapon did more than to threaten. Life’s deaf to me now, As I fall like a feather, Death takes my last breath, I now stroll through heaven’s meadow. Alex Browning Pyle

When you lifted your eyes to the stars, Abram Or the sand on the shores of the sea Did you think it would come to pass, Abram Or the time would ever be That Sarah would bear you a son, Abram That would father a nation of old From whom would be born the Saviour Who would shepherd us back to God’s fold

Your heart has been broken, Because they could not stay, And your loss feels more barren, On Valentine’s Day. The unbearable pain, From such a loss is hard, So you still write your thoughts, And your feelings onto a card. You know they cannot read it, Because they are with God today, But this helps you to cope, In your own special way. David Boyce Brackla

And when you took Ruth to your heart, Hadyn, Did you think that this day would be When you’d have so great a family God’s love reaching out through all these And we all are calling you bless-ed For there’s many a story to tell We thank God for our own Father Abraham And his Ruth, for we know all is well. Pauline Lewis Porthcawl

The Door Just believe in your mind Don’t doubt your own ability, Don’t doubt what you can do, Don’t doubt the messages, And the things spirit sends through. Don’t doubt you are a medium, Don’t doubt what is in your head, Don’t doubt the love in messages, As it’s only the body which is dead. Don’t doubt what is impressed upon you, Don’t doubt the feelings deep inside, Don’t doubt the strong emotions, That many people will hide. Don’t doubt when people say No, Don’t doubt when spirit says Yes, Don’t doubt those tingles, Because spirit knows best. Don’t doubt you have a special gift, Don’t doubt what you give in kind, Don’t doubt that you can do it, And just believe in your mind. David Boyce Brackla

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Go open the door Maybe you will see an intriguing Welsh mountain, surrounded by a magical mist with a beautiful waterfall Or an enchanting overlook of the Welsh valleys where you can hear the voices of a choir echoing throughout, like the sea splashing on the shore of a quiet coastal village. There may be the astonishing sound of Welsh folks supporting the team, and maybe the loud thud of the rugby ball being kicked over the post. Or even breathtaking fields full of glistening, glorious daffodils, which make me feel I belong in Wales. Even if there is only a flag waving tenderly and passionately, with people proclaiming “I am proud to be Welsh” Or the fierce, furious, fiery, berry red dragon gliding proudly in honour of the welsh people Go open the door. Nia Matthews Year 6 Afon y Felin Primary School

The Dragon The dragon was as enormous as the school. His eyes were as green as the grass. His mouth smelled of fire burning. His teeth were extremely sharp, like a knife. His scales were rough, like crocodile skin. His tail was as long as a rugby field. His wings were as hard as a rock. And he was red, like a rose. Jack Evans Year 5 Afon y Felin Primary

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Twas The Month Before Council Tax Twas the month before council tax renewals, All through the borough councillors acting like fools. The figures all calculated with care, Up to 5% increase will give them a scare Constituents nestled all snug in their beds And visions of price freezes danced in their heads. The chiefs and executives with pen in hand, Have just settled down from their Christmases grand. When out in the town their arose such a clatter, They said to themselves what could be the matter. Away to the offices they flew like a flash, Stay away from the town we are making a hash. When what to their greedy eyes should appear? Constituents filled with wonder and fear. Drivers avoiding the roads full of holes Our town centres empty stolen of souls. Less Police, less dustmen but more traffic wardens, To book you if you park outside of the cordons.

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As rocks that before the hurricane came, Crashed on the paving falling like rain, The bench got replaced but with a tight fitting, The barrier over it to stop you from sitting. And then in the garden I heard a rustling, A bin bag I think is causing the bustling. Cut backs on bin bags cause tearing and ripping, Lots of rubbish I think must be tipping. So what of the extra money they get, The overspent harbour leaves you feel wet. The boat owners charged but have nowhere to park Surely the council is having a lark. And what of the cut that goes to the police, I think it’s getting a bit of a fleece, Community officers replacing good Bobbies, Some don’t do a lot treat it like hobbies. And so when the reminder drops through your door, When seeing the price you may fall to the floor. The councillors see to have vanished from sight Happy New Year...It’s going to be tight! Mrs S Hamilton-Howell, Kenfig Hill

Brother Anselm, calm, serene, Visiting the village scene, Heard the Abbey bell; Realised that he was late Raised his normal walking rate, Tripped and fell. Late October’s fleeting light, Emphasised his tardy plight, In dry leaves he lay. Breathless, shaken, quite perturbed, Placid train of thought disturbed, Spoilt, his day. Prone, he spied a shapely limb, Offering itself to him, Raised his head to see Laughing eyes in beauty’s face, Instant Cupid arrow pace; Hard fell he. Thus the Abbey lost a brother, Anselm found himself another Light to serve and love; Fled the promise of the cloth, Risked Almighty vengeful wrath From above. Alun Evans Brackla

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Cor Bro Ogwr news Fancy a weekend in London? Doing the Marathon? Then there’s also a musical opportunity for you on Saturday 12th April, when CBO joins LWC and a children’s choir for a concert in St. Sepulchre without Newgate. This is the largest parish church in the City of London, dating from 1137 and also known as “The Musicians’ Church” as it is famous for its programme of concerts. It also has some gruesome associations with The Old Bailey nearby. The concert will feature the London premiere of a new work composed by

Round up – Bridgend Male Choir our Musical Director EdwardRhys Harry, “In the Shadow of Mamayev”, written as an act of remembrance for all victims of war and first performed in Volvograd where the huge statue of Mamayev (‘the Motherland calls’) dominates the skyline. Also in the programme will be Haydn’s “Mass in the time of War” and John Rutter’s “Mass of The Children”. CBO’s summer concert will welcome The London Welsh Chorale here on home territory for an equally exciting programme. Dominique Spearey

April 2014 commences on the 4th at Cowbridge Leisure Centre with “Mike Doyle in Concert with Bridgend Male Choir”. Carmarthen born, Bridgend resident Mike, fresh from pantomime in Cardiff and

A visit to Kent on the 26th will see Bridgend Male Choir singing at Hythe’s St Leonard’s Church as part of its Concert Entertainment series. An afterglow with locals is planned at the Stade Court

mostly entertaining on cruise ships loves the nostalgia of returning home to choral singing. It’s hoped to “join up again” sometime. Remaining tickets £15 (£12 concessions) available at the venue prior to 7.30pm. Edwards Coaches’ Swansea Depot is the port of call on the following day when the choristers will perform at the company’s Open Day. The Travel company will be transporting the choir to the Netherlands later in the year.

Hotel. The next local performance is on Saturday 10th May supporting the charity, Marie Curie Cancer Care. This is at Porthcawl’s Trinity Methodist Church in the centrally located John Street. Tickets will be available at the church prior to the 7pm concert start. Hope to see you there supporting a very worthwhile cause. David T Burt Media Officer www.bridgendmalechoir.co.uk

Pyle & Porthcawl Photographic Society We have had some excellent presentations in the last month, including one from our very own David Morgan. David is a retired professional photographer who used to have a studio in Kenfig Hill. His presentation charted his life in photography from humble beginnings to being a photographer of international renown, with photographs published in magazines around the world. Our programme is available at www.pyle-porthcawl-ps.

co.uk. We welcome new members of all ages and skill levels, so if you have an interest in photography, join us on Thursday evenings at the Glamorgan Holiday Hotel. The attached images are copyright their respective owners and can only be used in conjunction with this article unless explicit permission is obtained. Glyn Edmunds Pyle & Porthcawl Photographic Society

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The choir held its AGM in early March, at which the existing committee was re-elected with the exception of the Section leader of the second tenors when Dave Boswell took over from Jon Machin who had stepped down. To celebrate St. David’s Day the choir joined with the Vale of Glamorgan Brass Band, in concert at All Saints church. The choir was led by Musical Director, Mair Jones and accompanied by Richard Davies whilst the band was conducted by its MD, David Short. The primary theme of the evening for both band and choir was the music of Wales,

with the band playing such pieces as the Castell Coch March, Sospan Fach and an entertaining and different arrangement of’ Llwyn On, more familiarly known as the Ash Grove. The very popular Welsh Folk song, Myfanwy was played as a Euphonium solo. At the end of the first half the choir and band came together in a rendering of the ever popular hymn Gwahoddiad with its stirring ‘Amen’ ending. This joint effort was repeated as a finale at the end of the concert with, ‘Guide Me O thou great Jehovah’, followed by our National Anthem. John Williams PRO

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Stag’s world of rock Sorry to see my favourite pubs The Seagull, The Swan and The Farmer’s Arms all to let. What are these breweries playing at? Best of luck to The Swan’s Mark and Julie, who let us film a scene in “Ghosts of Glamorgan” there. And on the subject of ghosts, I once stayed

and played to a group of very rich party-goers in the huge haunted mansion at Longleat. I never got invited back and they reckoned that by the time I left, even the ghost was

Art in focus pregnant. Not guilty, your honour! Four of our best bands, “The Lunattacks”, “Lady and the Tramps”, “The Fuel” and “Rag ‘n’ Bones”, play a Tusker Rock Charity Night at the Hi-Tide, Porthcawl on Friday 2nd May, so get your tickets. The Tramps’ keyboard wizard, Pixie, played in the 80s group “Days of Grace”, which had a minor hit with “My Life’s In Video”, and I was sad to learn of the death of its former bassist Roy Williams. Roy, who came from Cornelly, also played in the 90s band “Shooting At The Moon”, and was a good songwriter, too. He was a top bloke and will be greatly missed. Finally, Bridgend’s great band “Kids in Glass Houses” are splitting up – well, I did warn them about throwing stones! Stag Marks 07979 971127 Photo: Days of Grace

A new exciting Contemporary Art Exhibition is currently on show at The National Museum in Cardiff: Wales Visitation: Poetry, Romanticism and Myth in Art. In July 1967 the American Beat writer Allen Ginsberg visited

Wales. It is said that after taking LSD the poet walked through the Welsh countryside and began to compose “Wales Visitation.” This ambitious poem invoked an imagined

Celtic past and both referenced and extended the rich tradition of Romanticism’s engagement with the landscape and folklore of Wales. This redisplay of the contemporary galleries takes Ginsberg’s poem as a starting point for an exploration of modern and contemporary forms of romanticism. Works on display include David Jones, Richard Long, Graham Sutherland and Clare Woods. These works are also featured in one of the new guided art tours (daily from 12:30pm: free to the public). A Journey through Landscape takes a look at the genre and shows how it has transformed from being a visual record, as in the topographical Margam paintings, to the exquisite Romantic visions of Turner and Constable, to modern forms of expression with Van Gogh and Innes, to the works that you can now see in this new exhibition. Josephine Lewington MA

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A film maker’s point of view The 23rd April marks the anniversary of one of the worst maritime disasters in living memory to have affected the South Wales coastline, for on that day in 1947 the liberty ship S.S. Samtampa, bound from Middlesbrough to Newport, was driven onto Sker Point in a ferocious storm and the RNLI’s Mumbles lifeboat was wrecked in attempting to rescue the stricken ship’s crew. There was not a single survivor from either the ship or the lifeboat – a total of 47 men died in the sea or upon the rocks on that ill-fated day. In the 1990s, I decided to make a commemorative film of the disaster and spent two years www.seasidenews.co.uk

or more producing “Dangerous Coast”, a black & white reconstruction of the events surrounding the tragedy. I felt that if I didn’t do it, nobody else would. It involved local actors, costumes of the period, old cars and a lot more besides – including scale models of the Samtampa and the Mumbles lifeboat, and on its completion in 1997, fifty years after the disaster occurred, the film was screened at a special event held in the Grand Pavilion, Porthcawl and is still available on DVD or as a download. For further information, go to www.downwoodfilms.com. Anthony Hontoir

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WHAT’S ON 2014 Carnival Porthcawl Buckaneers Carnival will be on Saturday 19th July 2014. The theme for the carnival is ‘celebrating The life and times of Porthcawl since 1914’. Entries for floats, walkers or stalls to email

New IT hub at the Y Centre marlowk@sky.com or text 07900 494 386. For guidance on the theme please contact Porthcawl Museum on porthcawlmuseum@hotmail. co.uk

V E Day 8th May Do you have a relative or know someone in the Territorials or is a regular serving member of the armed forces? Family and friends can experience extreme stress at times of serving personnel being away from home, whether on training camps or active service in areas such as Afghanistan. A regular meeting place is proposed in a social environment for self support and offering pointers where necessary and helpful for professional advice. The proposed venue is the Y Centre, 25 John Street,

Porthcawl where there will be a launch on V E Day 8th May at 2pm. Refreshments will be available and opportunity for discussing the need and listening to ideas. All are welcome, if interested, please contact as below. This is a joint venture by the YMCA, the Porthcawl Royal British Legion and family members of armed forces serving personnel. For further information contact: John Berry ( 01656 772 002 6 berry7@hotmail.co.uk. Kim Pearsall ( 01656 783 9166 kimpearsall-62@hotmail.com.

Bridgend & Porthcawl Marie Curie fundraising group are delighted to announce that Bridgend Male Voice Choir will be presenting a concert in aid of the charity on Saturday 10th May in Trinity Church(top of John St) Porthcawl. The concert will start at 7pm (doors open 6.30pm). Tickets

are available from Helen on 07791 255943 or e mail bandpmariecurie@gmail.com All monies raised from this event or any other goes directly to help terminally ill patients in this area being nursed in their own homes.

In February 2014, three young local volunteers from The Y Centre were generously sponsored by Microsoft and UK Youth to attend a training course in London. Armed with their new training in peer to peer education, the three volunteers intend on designing and running a new educational

an interest in IT. Attendance is optional and free of charge, and whilst equipment is supplied on site The Y Centre happily promote people to bring in their own equipment if they have a personal preference. The course will run over a 6 month period and have varying

IT project called “The Microsoft Hub”. We’re always proud of our small community working together and this time is no exception. With assessment, praise and individual projects, The Microsoft Hub aims to be a rewarding and educational course. Lauren, Nathan and Matthew intend on hosting short, fun drop-in sessions for anyone young finding themselves with free time and

levels of understanding, aimed at teaching three age groups. 8-11yrs Tuesdays 6.00 - 7.30pm 12-16yrs Wednesday 6.30 - 8.00pm 16-25yrs Friday mornings 11.00 - 1.00pm We hope to see many people Hub it Up over the next 6 months. Claire Bridge Senior Development Worker Porthcawl YMCA

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Grand charity evening Further to the article in last month’s Seaside News reference steelworker, Michael (Clive) Down, who miraculously survived an horrific accident at work in Port Talbot steelworks. Clive and his wife Carol are delighted to announce the Kenfig Hill and District Male Voice Choir will be joined by Ogmore Valley Silver Band, Stephen Ulberini (tenor) and Stephanie Harvey-Powell (Soprano) in a Grand Charity Evening in Bethlehem Life Seaside News | 52

Centre, Cefn Cribwr on April 12th, with all proceeds going to the Wales Air Ambulance Service. After the Concert the traditional ‘After Glow’ will take place in the new Cefn Cribwr Athletic Club which is conveniently situated next door to the Life Centre sharing the same car park Tickets are only £5 and are available from Choir Members or call 01443 229227. Harold Phillips Deadline date is always the 15th of the month

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(Matt). Juniors (6–15 years) 6.30–7.30pm. Seniors (16+) 8–9pm. Term time only • KENFIG HILL & DISTRICT MALE VOICE CHOIR Rehearsals in the Choral Suite, Green Acre Motel, North Cornelly, 7–9pm. Tel 01656 740766 • KYOKUSHIN KARATE, CEFN CRIBWR @ Green Hall Cefn Cribwr. Juniors Training: 6.30–7.30pm; Seniors 6.30–8.30pm. First lesson free. Juniors £2.50, Seniors £3.00. Ages 6–104. Beginners and improver’s welcome. Come and get fit and learn the Kyokushin way. cckkc@hotmail.co.uk. 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 & PRE-SCHOOLERS Award winning music classes for babies, toddlers & children. From 3 months to 4 years grouped according to age @ St Marys RC Church, Bridgend. Book your FREE class and view our latest timetable at www.monkeymusic.co.uk or contact Emma on 01656 649190 vale.bridgend@monkeymusic.co.uk Other days and locations available. • 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 @ Glamorgan Holiday Hotel,

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VALE & BRIDGEND - Award winning music classes for babies, toddlers & children. From 3 months to 4 years grouped according to age @ Bridgend Recreation centre. Book your FREE class and view our latest timetable at www.monkeymusic. co.uk or contact Emma on 01656 649190 vale.bridgend@ monkeymusic.co.uk Other days and locations available. • MOO MUSIC, PORTHCAWL Moo Music for babies till 5yrs. Fun and educational music, dance and play classes for 0-5yr, first session FREE! 10am Baby Moo (0-1yr), 11am Mini Moo (1-2yr), 12noon Moo Music (2-5yr) @ Y Centre Porthcawl. Free taster 16th April. Contact Claire 07472 989686 claire@moo-music. co.uk or FB/MaggieMooLovesYou • NEWTON WI, PORTHCAWL 7pm, 1st Wed of every month at Gilgal Church Hall, Woodlands Ave, Porthcawl. Call Pearl on 01656 772657 • PARENT/CARER & CHILD GET CREATIVE Cost £4 @ 10am-11am. Create, play, chat, relax, and enjoy together. Make space to reawaken yourself. Email: freshstart.grice@ gmail.com Call: 07866 277560 www.siobhangrice.com • PIPSW BREASTFEEDING GROUP @ Once Upon A Playtime soft play, Ogmore Terrace, Bridgend, CF31 1SU, 10-12. All pregnant and breastfeeding mums welcome. No charge. Also at The Dance Centre, Elm Crescent, Bryntirion, Bridgend on Fridays • PORTHCAWL ART SOCIETY Interested in art? Join us at the Old Police Station, John Street Porthcawl, 1.30–3.30pm. Also on Thursdays, 7–9pm. Lydia: 01656 767611 • PORTHCAWL FLORAL ARRANGEMENT SOCIETY Interested in becoming a flower arranger? Alternate Wednesdays at Awel-Mor Centre, Porthcawl. Doors open at 6.30pm. Tel: 01656 785388 • PORTHCAWL LADIES FC 6–7.30pm @Locks Lane, Porthcawl. Ladies and Under 16s Girls. Contact Danielle: 07540 518341 / daniellekatiej@icloud.com • PORTHCAWL RUNNING CLUB Meeting at the Porthcawl Rugby Club at 6.30pm. Large beginners group. Further information email: porthcawlrunners@hotmail.co.uk. Also on Fridays • PORTHCAWL SURF CLUB 6pm @ Rest Bay Car Park • POTTERY CLASSES BRIDGEND All abilities welcome. 6pm to 8pm. Contact 07881 634075 • QUIZ NIGHT @ Kenfig Hill Labour Club. 8pm • READING GROUP @ Coed Parc, Park St, Bridgend. Every 3rd Wed of the month, 1.30pm (except August). 01656 754810, coedparclib@ bridgend.gov.uk • ROYAL BRITISH LEGION, PORTHCAWL The Porthcawl Branch meets every 3rd Wednesday of the month at the RAFA Club, Porthcawl, at 7.30pm.

All welcome even if you are not ex-forces • SING & SIGN, BABY SIGN LANGUAGE & MUSIC CLASS @ Just Learning Nursery, Broadlands. Stage 1 & Babes 9.45am 11.45pm 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 @ Trinity Church. 9.30am–11am. Call Gaynor 01656 788763 • SPANISH EVENINGS CLASSES, PORTHCAWL - For adults. 7.30 to 8.30 pm in John Street Porthcawl. Contact: fun.languages@yahoo. co.uk for details. • 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 WORKOUT @ 7.45 pm at the Glamorgan Holiday Home, Pothcawl with Nikki, Qualified Fitness and Zumba Instructor. Insured and CRB checked. £3.50 per class. Please wear trainers and prepare to sweat!

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THURSDAY • THURSDAY 24TH APRIL - MESSY MOO, PORTHCAWL Farmyard themed messy play and crafts session from Moo Music suitable for babies to 8yrs. 10.30am-11.30am. The Y Centre Porthcawl. £5pp £4 siblings (or £4/£3 pre booked). Contact Claire 07472 989686 claire@moo-music.co.uk or FB/ MaggieMooLovesYou • 1ST CORNELLY SCOUT GROUP Scout Troop. Ages 10–14, 7–9pm @ Cornelly Scout & Guide Hall,

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Tel: 01656 772738. • CHILDREN’S STORYTIME, PYLE @ Pyle Life Centre from 11–11.30am. 01656 754850; pylelib@bridgend. gov.uk • BRIDGEND MALE CHOIR Choir Practice – Visitors welcome 7-30 – 9.30pm, @ St. Mary’s RC Church Hall, Ewenny Road, Bridgend. Tel.Gareth 07773 170373 or see www.bridgendmalechoir.co.uk • COFFEE MORNING, KENFIG HILL In the vestry of Pisgah Chapel 10.30–12pm. All proceeds to local youth organisations. Call Karen: 01656 740684 • CORNELLY KARATE CLUB, CORNELLY Cornelly Community Hall, 6pm to 7:30pm. Contact details: Club Instructor Wayne Thomas on 01656 743898 / 07903 417705 or Natalie Jefferis on 07523 094112 Website: welshkarateunion. org • EXERCISE FOR THE OVER 50S @ the Newton Institute, Porthcawl. 10.30–11.30am. Based on Pilates. £4. Your teacher is two time olympian silver medal winner Sue Cheesbrough. Ring 07866 313623 for more details • FOLK DANCING, BRIDGEND Penybont Welsh Folk Dancing Club meet at Coychurch Memorial Hall Bridgend at 8.15pm. New members always welcome. Tel: Sue 01656 659676 • FREE SLIMMING CLUB at 11.00am following† ZUMBA CLASS with TONING† 9.45-10.45am @ the Awel† y Mor Community Centre Porthcawl† pop along for an informal chat to discuss your weightloss requirements with Hannah Bowen qualified fitness instructor, licensed Zumba Instructor †or call 07886 487853 to discuss or call into any of the classes listed on Mondays and Wednesdays† see timetable on facebook† Porthcawl Fitness Classes. • FREE LIGHTERLIFE INFO SESSION, ABERKENFIG lose weight and keep it off. The Old Fire Station, Pandy Park, Aberkenfig, CF32 9RE. 8.15pm. Claire Warren 07733 898 395. • 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 • HEADWAY CHRISTMAS GATHERING EVENT, Thursday 5th December 2013, at 7.00pm at Evergreen Hall, Angel Street Bridgend, CF31 2PD. There will be a children’s entertainer, tombola stall Cake Stall, various other stalls, Raffle and competitions. Mince Pies and Coffee. The event is free and all are welcome. Headway Contact No: 07599 520266. • JAZZ IN THE STAGE DOOR November 21st - “Hot Club Gallois” @ The Grand Pavilion , Porthcawl. 8pm start.01656 815995,www. grandpavilion.co.uk • JAZZ IN THE STAGE DOOR

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December 19th - “Afternoon in Paris”@The Grand Pavilion , Porthcawl. 8pm start 01656 815995, www.grandpavilion.co.uk • KEEP-FIT CLASSES, COYCHURCH Coychurch Memorial Hall 7–8pm. All levels of fitness catered for. No joining fee. Also on Monday & Friday, 9.30–10.30am • KENFIG HILL & DISTRICT MALE VOICE CHOIR Rehearse in the Choral Suite, Green Acre Motel, North Cornelly, 7pm–9pm. Come and give it a try, you won’t regret it. Tel: 01656 740766 • KICKBOXING CLASSES: CHILDREN FROM 5 YEARS, BRIDGEND Also on a Monday @ Jeff’s Kickboxing Gym, Dunraven Arms. 6–7pm. Loose clothing to start • LIBRARY READERS’ GROUP, PYLE @ Pyle Life Centre, every 3rd Thurs of the month at 7pm. Tel: 01656 754850 www.bridgend.gov.uk/ libraries • LIFEGUARD CLUB - POOL TRAINING, PYLE @ Pyle Pool 8–10am. Tel: (01656) 771380 for details or www.restbaylifeguards. org.uk • MID GLAMORGAN MIXED CHOIR, PENCOED 7:15-9:15pm Rehearsals take place in the Bowl’s Pavilion, Pencoed. We are a friendly choir of mixed ages and abilities. New members warmly welcomed! Contact us on 0786 6810579 or email us at midglamorganmixedchoir@outlook. com • MONKEY MUSIC FOR BABIES, TODDLERS & PRE-SCHOOLERS Award winning music classes for babies, toddlers & children. From 3 months to 4 years grouped according to age @ BCLC, Cefn Cribwr Book your FREE class and view our latest timetable at www. monkeymusic.co.uk or contact Emma on 01656 649190 vale. bridgend@monkeymusic.co.uk Other days and locations available. • 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 ASPERGER’S & AUTISM SUPPORT GROUP - A charitable organisation set up to provide information and support to adults who are on the spectrum. At the YMCA in †Porthcawl, on the first Thursday of every month between†11.45-1.45pm in the cafÈ on the first floor. For details call Susan on 01656 713172. • PORTHCAWL DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB @ Awel-y-Mor, Porthcawl, 7pm. Contact Tricia: 01656 785794. Also on a Saturday

• PORTHCAWL SHOTOKAN KARATE 5pm - 6.30pm, Awel Y Mor Community Center, Training for of all ages. gradings every 3months. FREE MONTH TRIAL FOR NEWCOMERS. Call Christian Whale (5th Dan) on 07784 317151 • 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. pyle-porthcawl-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 • SCOPE’S COMMUNITY COMPANIONS CAFÉ 10am – 1pm @ the Talbot Institute, 9 Prince Road, Kenfig Hill. Weekly activities such as cookery demonstrations, arts and crafts, gardening, boccia, chair aerobics and much more. Come along and find out more about our Befriending Service for people over 50. • SENSHI DO KARATE & KICKBOXING @ Cefn Glas scouts hall. Karate: 6–7pm. Kickboxing: 7–8pm. www.senshido-wales@ webs.com • SHOTOKAN KARATE, PORTHCAWL @ St. John’s School, 6–7pm. Call Phil on 07951 455246. All welcome. • SING & SIGN, BABY SIGN LANGUAGE & MUSIC CLASS @ St Theodores church hall, Port Talbot. Stage 1 9.45 am. 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 at Pyle Rugby Club, CF33 6AR. Tel: 07733 267369. • 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 772727. 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 • THURS-BAY JAM, PORTHCAWL Thursday 8.30pm - 11pm at the Bay, 33 the Esplanade, CF36 3YR. Live acoustic jam night, 18+ wide variety of genres, new artists very welcome. • 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, re-centre 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

FRIDAY • ABERKENFIG BOYS & GIRLS CLUB 6pm-8pm and Friday`s 5pm-8pm, activities on offer are Snooker, Pool, Table-tennis, Dance Club, Arts & Craft projects, plus an array of sports in the Sports Hall from Football, Rugby, Basketball, Dodge ball, Hockey, Netball, Cricket, Badminton and much more. Cost is 1 per night. Adrian Parsons, Aberkenfig BGC • 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 • 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

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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 & PRE-SCHOOLERS Award winning music classes for babies, toddlers & children. From 3 months to 4 years grouped according to age @ Trinity Church, Porthcawl. Book your FREE class and view our latest timetable at www.monkeymusic.co.uk or contact Emma on 01656 649190 vale.bridgend@monkeymusic.co.uk Other days and locations available. • PORTHCAWL GYMNASTICS CLUB (TERM TIME ONLY) @ Porthcawl Comprehensive School, Park Avenue. Please email me for class times etc. New members also please email wit 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 • 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 • STAGECOACH THEATRE ARTS SCHOOL, BRIDGEND Performing arts classes, ages 3–18. Contact Helene on 01446 772727. www. stagecoach.co.uk/bridgend. •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. Email : porthcawltangsoodo@sky.com Website:

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www.traditionaltsdfed.org • TI Â FI AR LAN Y MÔR BILINGUAL PARENT TODDLER GROUP 10am11:30am. All Saints Church Vestry, Victoria Avenue, Porthcawl. 07966 321764 • TAI CHI & QI GONG @ Awel-y - Mor Centre, Porthcawl. 10.00am11.00am. 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 • EASTER CHOCOLATE CRAFT WORKSHOPS - Bryngarw Country Park visitor centre, Brynmenyn. Age 5 years +. 01656 815995 to book. www.bryngarwhouse.co.uk • SATURDAY 19TH. APRIL PORTHCAWL LIONS GRAND BOOK SALE - Awel-y Mor from 10am to 4pm. Entrance free. • 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, 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 • CRAFT FAIRS, PORTHCAWL Every first Saturday of the month starting March 1st, at the Rest Annex, Porthcawl, free entry and parking, all welcome, tea room and toilet facilities available. Carol Richards, Healing the Wounds

Charity Tel 01656 786380. • KENFIG HILL LABOUR CLUB “Live Entertainment Saturday Nights, £3.00 entry or £5.00 entry for a big show • 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 • RMBI ALBERT EDWARD CHRISTMAS FAYRE on Saturday 30th November at 12.30pm – All welcome – Santa will be in attendance – Raffles, cake stall tombola etc • 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 • SING & SIGN, BABY SIGN LANGUAGE & MUSIC CLASS @ Pyle Life Centre, Pyle. Stage 1 & 2 9.30am - 11.30am. For more information or to book please contact Beverley on 07583 087157 or email beverleythomas@ singandsign.co.uk www.singandsign. co.uk • STAGECOACH THEATRE ARTS SCHOOL, BRIDGEND Performing arts classes, ages 3–18. Contact Helene on 01446 772727. www. stagecoach.co.uk/bridgend. • 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 Lady-Sleeping Tiger Tai Chi. 01656 785014

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 • DINGHY SAILING & WINDSURFING Sailing all year round, on the water for 12:00, all levels of ability from 8 years upwards, training sessions during the Spring and Summer for new starters. Details on the website at www.tatasteelsailing.org.uk • 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 • INDOOR CAR BOOT SALE @ Awely-Mor, Porthcawl. First 3 Saturdays of every month. 9am–12pm. Phone 01656 657463 to book. Free tea, coffee & biscuits • LIVE ENTERTAINMENT 5 - 7pm @ Kenfig Hill Labour Club” • PORTHCAWL COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA @ Every Sunday 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. • EASTER EGG HUNT WITH A Group for 0–5 year olds (under 2s DIFFERENCE – Great family fun. must bring a parent) Bryngarw House and Country Park, Brynmenyn. 01656 815995 to book. • ST JOHN’S SUNDAY SCHOOL, NEWTON Age 3+ every Sunday, www.bryngarwhouse.co.uk 11am–12 noon, in the schoolroom • ALEX’S WATER WINGS SWIM opposite the church on the green. SCHOOL – Swimming Lessons Great stories, drawing, singing, with 1:30pm - 3:30pm Baby and Janet and Bev, followed by squash Pre-School, Children and Adults and a biscuit. Come along any swimming lessons, Bryntirion Sunday, we would love to see you! Comprehensive School. Group’s and • SENSHI DO ‘THE WARRIORS One-to-one lessons available. Baby WAY’ KARATE & KICKBOXING, lessons with free underwater BRIDGEND @ 3rd Bridgend Scouts photo.Contact Alex 07772 Hall, Llangewydd Rd Bryntirion, 337760 Facebook Waterwings Bridgend. 6pm till 7pm Karate and Swimschool waterwingsswim. 7pm to 8pm Kickboxing/MMA. All webs.com levels, beginners welcome. Call • BRIDGEND KARATE & 07791 412864 email bkkc@live. KICKBOXING CLUB Karate co.uk Also, Tuesdays 7–8pm karate. and kickboxing all levels and Beginners and all levels welcome. beginners welcome 6-8pm Brackla Call Paul Evans: 07791 412864 community centre. Tel 07791 • SINGLES RENDEZVOUS CLUB, 412864 BRIDGEND @ the Brewery Field, • BRIDGEND RAMBLERS A weekly Rugby Club, Tondu Road, Bridgend. programme of three walks: long For single over 30s. 8pm to (10–12m), medium (7–9m) and midnight. Free, entry £4. Smart short (4–6m). Meet at Bridgend dress. 01656 773330 or email Rec Centre. We’re gone by 9 am oursinglesclub@gmail.com for long and 9:30 for medium

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Tai Chi News What is Tai Chi? The name is an abbreviation for Tai Chi Chuan, in the old way of Romanising Chinese characters. The more modern way is Taiji Quan. The old “Tai Chi” had however become better known and is still used. The Chuan or Quan means martial art. Thus Tai Chi is simply an abbreviation for a Chinese martial art. Masters such as Yang Lu Chan and Sun Lutang were famous for never losing challenge fights due to their martial skills using this art, which was why it become famous in China. Tai Chi martial art is taught in three stages. 1. Novice level: Taolu, consisting of solo movements only. 2. Intermediate level: Tuishou,

consisting of learning the 13 energies of Tai Chi with sensitivity training with a partner (pushing hands). 3. Advanced level: Sanshou, applying Tai Chi to actual self defence. In the West many have started teaching for profit, when they are only at the solo movement novice stage themselves, and their students will never be advised about the full art. Even though partner practice is as gentle as ball room dancing. Chinese masters say the famous health benefits of Tai Chi are only realised by those doing the full art. John Jones, Sun Style Tai Chi Association UK’s representative for Wales.

Porthcawl Lifeguard Club news Porthcawl SLC have been back on the beach training since the beginning of March after a well earned Christmas break. Hopefully sea training will begin in April water temperature allowing. We are looking forward to a busy summer this year with our junior section competing and working towards their junior lifesaver and NARS awards . Our nippers will be taking part in carnivals across south Wales during the summer and many will be attending nipper camp at Atlantic College in June with

the aim of improving their skills, fitness and confidence in the water whilst having fun at the same time. In June we will be launching a new initiative called sand hoppers for 5-7 year olds and their parents to join the club and take part in fun beach and sea activities in a safe environment. If anybody is interested in joining or has any questions about the clubs activities please contact our secretary Penny John by e-mail secplgc@ hotmail.com Andrew Barnes

Porthcawl Runners news February was a busy month for members of Porthcawl Runners. Young Tom Davis was first placed in the #46 Porthcawl Parkrun, the third time Tom has led the field home in the popular Saturday morning event. A mini bus departed Porthcawl early on 2nd March for Bath, where eight members, cheered on by some dedicated supporters, took to the streets for the Half Marathon. A crowd of thirty thousand came out to support the twelve thousand runners and it was Will Edwards who was our first member to cross the line in a personal best time of 1hr 28m. Neil Harris Seaside News | 60

1hr 31m, Julian Maine 1hr 33m, Lee Newman 1hr 43m,Romana Maine 1hr 45m, Karen Phillips 1hr 56m, Helen Beale 1hr 58m and Angela Walsh 2hr 20m were the other members to take part. The effort put in by all was rewarded with a total of six PBs which bodes well for those who are in training for a spring marathon. On the same day down west, Sharon Ford took part in the Llanelli Half Marathon, finishing in a very good time of 1hr 38m, obviously spurred on by husband Paul, who is in training for the Tenby Iron Man. Antony Phillips

A wet, wet February has not hindered the club at all. With the help of some intense spinning sessions and the die hard wet weather hero’s in the club, means the club Strava page is being hotly contested. It’s a regular dog fight at the top with all trying to win most miles in a week with 250 being a target for the most. Giving the heavy rain and gale force winds, the summer will seem a doddle. The leisure group is beginning to up the pace and its great to see the ladies in the club pushing the pace after 30miles on most Saturday rides. The Wednesday night chain gang is an ever popular

ride with at least 17 riders leaving the comfort of their arm chairs and Don’t Tell the Bride, to battle the wind and rain on harbour ways 36 mile ride. So to all those solo riders battling the elements that we pass every Saturday, why not be part of the fastest growing cycling club in South Wales. Tap it out CC. Saturday rides start at 9am and Wednesday night at 7pm from the tap in Pyle. All very welcome. Any questions please email me on nickemorgan@ hotmail.co.uk. Keep on tapping. Nicky Morgan

Surf report - Southerndown & Ogmore Mid March and sunny spring days and daffodils have arrived. After the storms have simmered down and settled into calmer seas, swells have continued to march into the channel consistently and often with offshore winds giving for perfect surf conditions. Last Sunday was head high at Southerndown Bay with a good solid groundswell arriving in nice clean sets of 2 or 3 waves. The beaches are still forming waves in the same fashion for each beach despite the movement of so much sand. Sands have been ripped away

in places especially at high tide making the struggle up the pebble bank at Southerndown even trickier. So far winter has passed with very few frosts at all or few cold nights. The sea is cold but mild in comparison to many winters. I know, because my boots are full of holes and I haven’t even bought a new pair. The tarmac at Southerndown is still in need of repair from the storms as is the bus stop that was knocked down almost a year ago at the 3 Golden Cups. David A Batten www.tuskasurf.co.uk

Golfers wanted! support us that would be really KPC Youth, the charity for appreciated. young people, based in Pyle, is For entry forms/more details holding its annual Charity Golf please contact: Day at the Grove Golf Club, Alison Mawby, KPC Youth, Off near Porthcawl on Friday 20th Pyle Inn Way, Pyle, BRIDGEND, June 2014. Team entry for teams of four is CF33 6AB just £140 if booked before 30th TEL: 01656 749219/745399 or Email: kpcyouth@hotmail.com April then £160 per team. This includes coffee on arrival, golf fees and a buffet lunch following the round of golf. Professional Sports Massage Practitioners Sponsorship is SPS Dip Sports Massage OCR. Est 2000 also sought for Personal, Club, Event and Corporate Service raffle/auction We also cater for Non Sports persons prizes, or £50 to sponsor a Tel: 01656 786633 Mob: 07798 503168 www.sportsmassageservices.co.uk hole - if you can

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Liberty Horses update via schools, fetes or open days. One of our young people achieved their first qualification with us this month so we give a big well done to them!

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APR MAY Time

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0.51 0132 1 0156 0816 10.55 16 0751 Tu 1416 0.55 2035 10.34

1.14 9.91 W 1351 1.10 2010 9.99

0.66 0208 2 0235 0855 10.32 17 0827 W 1453 0.83 2112 10.07

With the weather improving bookings for pony parties are increasing. We provide a 2 hour party with lots of ponyorientated fun! We can even supply the food and cake if you require. Please come along and visit us - our ponies always enjoy meeting new friends! For more information or directions to find us please see www.libertyhorses.co.uk, email info@libertyhorses.co.uk or call Katy on 07775373038

05.04.14 Treharris (A) 12.04.14 RHIGOS (H)

12.04.14 Tylorstown (A) 26.04.14 Cwmavon (A)

19.04.14 Hirwaun (A) 2nd XV games will be posted on Facebook and the noticeboard.

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Time

16 0148 0807

2 0248 0908

1.32 9.59 F 1502 1.52 2123 9.54

17 0231 0851

3 0324 0944

18 0316 0936

4 0359 1019

19 0403 1024

1.02 9.94 Sa 1451 1.19 2113 10.05

1.50 9.35 F 1603 1.81 2222 9.11

19 0325 0944

5 0424 1045

20 0408 1027

5 0437 1058

2.54 8.22 M 1649 2.79 2314 8.23

20 0455 1116

6 0503 1125

21 0458 1118

6 0521 1142

2.95 7.75 Tu 1736 3.19

21 0555 1215

7 0552 1216

3.19 7.50 M 1813 3.44 B

22 0559 1221

0004 7.81 0619 3.29 W 1239 7.38 B 1843 3.49

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22 0047 0705

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7.46 3.55 7.11 3.70

23 0100 0720

0109 0736 Th 1355 2005

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7.53 3.43 7.26 3.52

23 0156 0820

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7.27 3.55 7.18 3.53

24 0220 0847

9 0229 0853

7.54 3.27 F 1514 7.49 2119 3.25

24 0308 0929

10 0339 0958

7.55 3.17 Th 1615 7.63 2218 3.07

25 0338 0958

10 0340 0956

25 0415 1030

11 0438 1051

26 0444 1056

11 0433 1045

26 0513 1121

12 0525 1132

27 0540 1146

12 0519 1128

27 0605 1207

13 0604 1208

28 0010 0627

1.23 9.94 M 1231 1.03 1851 9.92

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1.02 29 0052 0712 10.08

14 0027 0644

29 0112 0731

15 0106 0725

30 0151 0810

2.07 8.72 Sa 1638 2.39 2259 8.53 2.65 8.08 Su 1718 2.96 2343 7.95

8.05 2.67 F 1707 8.20 2305 2.54

8.58 2.19 Sa 1748 8.73 2345 2.06 9.04 1.78 Su 1824 9.20 1.66 9.43 M 1242 1.46 1900 9.57

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1.35 9.72 Tu 1316 1.23 C 1934 9.84

1.09 9.86 F 1504 1.27 2125 9.84

1.29 9.59 Sa 1543 1.57 2206 9.52 1.62 9.17 Su 1628 1.98 2252 9.09 2.03 8.66 M 1720 2.43 2349 8.63

2.44 8.19 Tu 1828 2.81 D 8.30 2.66 W 1339 7.96 1959 2.90

8.29 2.52 Th 1502 8.14 2122 2.59 8.64 2.11 F 1616 8.62 2228 2.09

9.15 1.65 Sa 1716 9.17 2323 1.60 9.62 1.26 Su 1805 9.62

Tu 1312 0.94 A 1931 10.05 0.97 30 0133 0753 10.06 W 1350 1.01 2010 10.02

1.68 9.19 Sa 1537 1.91 2158 9.15 2.10 8.72 Su 1611 2.35 2234 8.70

7.86 2.90 Sa 1614 7.96 2216 2.81 8.32 2.45 Su 1702 8.50 2303 2.34 8.80 2.02 M 1745 9.03 2345 1.89

9.25 1.64 Tu 1825 9.49 1.52 9.62 W 1247 1.35 C 1906 9.85

1.23 9.87 Th 1327 1.16 1947 10.07

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4 0348 1009

0211 0842 W 1503 2112

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1.08 9.89 Th 1427 1.20 2047 9.84

18 0245 0904

0043 0706 Tu 1329 1939

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3 0313 0933

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where children spent time learning lots about horse care, riding and working as part of a team. We have also recently established a Saturday Club where children of all ages and abilities come together to not only ride but also participate in groundwork lessons and craft activities. Our History of the Horse project is still ongoing where children are learning about the heritage of the horse in Wales. This can be accessed

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Both the staff and ponies of Liberty Horses are so glad to finally see some sunshine after all the rain we›ve had lately. We had a fantastic half term with a couple of pony days

high tide: larger number (m)

1.14 9.72 Su 1535 1.42 2159 9.80 1.39 9.36 M 1623 1.76 2249 9.44

1.74 8.93 Tu 1717 2.15 2343 9.05 2.09 8.52 W 1821 2.48 D

8.73 2.34 Th 1321 8.27 1938 2.64 8.59 2.38 F 1435 8.27 2055 2.55

8.67 2.23 Sa 1545 8.51 2201 2.28 8.91 1.98 Su 1648 8.87 2257 1.97 9.19 1.74 M 1741 9.22 2346 1.71

9.41 1.57 Tu 1827 9.47 1.54 9.53 W 1248 1.48 A 1910 9.62

1.47 9.56 Th 1327 1.47 1950 9.67 1.50 9.50 F 1403 1.55 2027 9.60

31 0227 0847

1.61 9.34 Sa 1439 1.70 2102 9.45

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