Penarth View Autumn Issue

Penarth View Penarth life, leisure & business

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Autumn 2015

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Northern Star

Penarth’s Multi-Award winning jeweller

with the upmost care and precision. We love revamping old, tired pieces of jewellery, transforming them into items that you will be proud to wear again.

If you require any advice concerning your jewellery, please visit us and we will be more than happy to advise you as best we can. We also provide insurance valuations for your jewellery pieces.

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e are a multi award winning jewellers that designs and produces beautiful, unique jewellery in accordance to your budget, however extravagant or modest.

Using the latest CAD Matrix Software, you will be provided with a series of photo quality 3D images of your jewellery piece before it is sent for casting.

By involving you in the design process, you will feel part of creating something special which is unique to you.

With over 20 years of experience, our in-house Goldsmith will repair and restore your jewellery

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Penarth View www.penarthview.co.uk tanya@penarthview.co.uk

So our Summer came and went in a flash...we hope you caught the sunshine when it made an appearance? We also hope you enjoyed the amazing 50th Penarth Summer Festival – we have some photos in this issue, so see if you can spot yourself or anyone you know on pages 64-65.

Yet again it has been a busy few months at Penarth View HQ planning and publishing the Autumn issue... oh and helping with a couple of events this Autumn such as Picnic Penarth see page 66.

We enjoyed working on our recent features including Coast to Coast written

by Sarah Thompson about her stay in Norway on page 4, see dynamic photographs in our regular feature Love Penarth on page 18 by local photographer Nick Treharne and also a fabulous photo shoot and interview with local dynamic duo Dorian & Babette Bowen from Project One about their Amazing Space on page 14. We are excited about being on the events team for the Penarth Bake Off, find out more on page 60.

In the meantime we hope you enjoy a cosy and colourful Autumn in Penarth. Be sure to contact us if you have an news or events you would like us to promote in our next issue due out this November.

Tanya Editor

PS. If you have an interesting story or know of any local characters please do get in touch by email tanya@penarthview.co.uk

07817628442 @PenarthView facebook.com/penarthview Editor: Tanya Lynch Design: nicjonesdesign Photography: Tanya Lynch, Nick Treharne (cover images), Alex Sedgmond, Matt Cant Contributors: Sarah Thompson Our next issue will be out in November 2015 Whilst every effort is made to achieve accuracy, Penarth View is not responsible for any errors or omissions.

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Each issue we will be setting off on our travels to enjoy a coastal escape, this time we went a bit further afield than the UK coast to visit Norway to a holiday cottage owned by Penarth resident Sarah Mayer.

The location: Oldervik - a small coastal fishing village high above the Arctic Circle in Norway, 40km northeast of Tromsø.

The venue: The River House - a cheerful yellow cottage at the heart of Oldervik, perched on the river bank with superb views of the Lyngen Alps.

Best time to visit: We stayed in the Summer and it was beautiful - It is an equally lovely place to visit at other times of the year. The Northern Lights can appear whenever the nights are dark, between late September and late March and when conditions are right, you can even watch them from the house.

What’s so special: It has to be the amazing views and scenery. Where else can you wake in the morning, open the curtains and see the sea and mountains right there outside your window?

Often there are eagles and porpoises too!

The peace and quiet and amazing quality of the fresh air are good for the mind and the soul.

Child Friendly: High chair, cot and toys all provided for little ones. An amazing location for kids to be free to explore and experience nature at its most beautiful.

Activities: In the summer the midnight sun never sets so you can play all day and all night!

Great for walks, bird watching, berry picking, fishing, boating and cycling. In the winter try wild ski touring, snow shoeing, sledging, watch the Northern Lights and experience some serious chilly weather.

Overview: A place to relax and recharge amongst the beautiful scenery or to adventure and explore with family and friends. The cosy River House feels like your home from home in the Arctic.

The River House Oldervikvegen 491, 9034 Oldervik, Troms, Norway. www.enjoyoldervik.net sarah@enjoyoldervik.net Penarth View

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Autumn Sale Something for everyone Check out the great range of lifestyle clothing that we have for children and adults alike. With great brands like animal, Oshea, Saltrock, dude shoes and sketchers school bags we have everything you need for heading back to school and cosy autumnal evenings.

In the bargain department we have a £10 and £20

Pura Vida Boardriders Unit 2 Herbert Terrace, Penarth, CF64 2AH 02920 711 946 www.puravidaboardriders.co.uk

rail that has constantly changing ‘one offs’ not to be missed!

Massive Autumn sale A majority of our stock instore is now on SALE with huge savings on clothing, rucksacks, bags and

@jimpuravida

wetsuits - everything you need to kit you out for

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the winter!

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support logan nicol

My name is Logan Nicol, I am 16 and live in Penarth. I have surfed for most of my life and recently, I was lucky enough to be selected to represent Wales in the World Junior ISA Surf Games. The event will be held in October and the Welsh team is flying over to California to compete.

I am supported by my sponsors who provide me with the best equipment for me to compete with.

Unfortunately, the Welsh team is self funded, meaning I must raise the money in order for me to fly over and represent my country at world and European events. All of my sponsors; Oshea Surf, Celtic Connections and Angry Pirate Surf Wax have supported me along with many members of the public to help me raise the fund of 1500 pounds.

I am currently at the 700 pound mark thanks to many generous donations!

Please visit my fundraiser page for more information about me and my trip away at: www.indiegogo.com/projects/logan-nicol-gromsurfing-from-wales-to-the-world

Puravida - not just a surf shop something for all the family!

Also, to see my progress you can follow me on Instagram @logannicol or on Twitter @loganxnicol

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Nathan Palmer CLOTHING Bespoke Tailors, Shirt and Dress Makers Why did you start your business?

I have studied fashion design from the age of 16. When I was first introduced to fashion, the intention of creating a bespoke suit service or commercial clothing business did not occur to me. It has naturally evolved and lead us to the stage that we are at now. I will always be a student of fashion tailoring and for me this will never change. It is more than just a hobby or an interest, I am constantly living fashion. Whether it is visually, mentally or emotionally. This is how I choose to live my personal and business life.

Quality and trust - are fundamental attributes, and provide the opportunity to reinvent myself all over again and again. But as a fashion entrepreneur, I get to be whatever I want to be.

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People ask me how or why ‘fashion’ but it is my passion. I always strive to provide a great service and our products will always speak for themselves.

Who is in your team?

My wife Jessica is my team mate, we share the same values. Jessica is willing to provide her best efforts and is dependable whenever a need arises. This is an essential quality for my personal and business life as it allows us to move forward successfully. When you build something from the ground, and you see it becoming more and more successful, it’s a great feeling. Now every day I am thankful and I dream that when my son’s are old enough I

can pass on our business – then they can then pass it on to the next generation. And be proud of it, because I created it. I love to meet other entrepreneurs, swap stories, listen and learn from each other’s experiences.

Who inspires you and why?

I am inspired by my family. My family is a melting pot of diversity, creativity, personality, formality and originality. The more ideas I have to choose from, the more I can assist a client when creating what they desire. Creativity gives me the ability to see beyond the ordinary and conventional roles, affording me with the opportunity to create a fit where a fit may not currently exist. Some of us need time alone

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to find it, looking within. Others have more success looking outwards, observing and interacting. There is no golden answer to the question “what inspires you?” I find inspiration in more things than I can count. Looking back at my life, my answers to the question “what inspires you” have changed dramatically over time, and rather frequently too. When I was a teenager I would mirror and copy the leaders in the fashion world to desperately achieve the highest height’s of my profession. I still strive to achieve this and I believe it will happen. While I still enjoy reading biographies, novels and journals, I have a deep respect for anyone who is living their dream, whatever line of work it is.

More recently, I find the people that inspire are bloggers, world travellers, and entrepreneurs.

People are amazing. I’m constantly amazed at the accomplishments people achieve every day and we are making it happen.

What are your top 3 tips for anyone thinking of starting their own business?

Gratitude and appreciation for what you already have, what is the point of achievement if your life has no balance? You can focus on things that are happening right now or on what you want to create in the future. Or you can focus on the past. Where focus goes, energy flows.

Rather than focusing on what you don’t have.

natham palmer 07834456152 www.nathanpalmer.co.uk

@NPCMenswear NPCmenswear NPCMenswear

You can be grateful for your health, family, friends, opportunities and mind. That’s where the joy, happiness and fulfilment can be found. Start looking for role models who are experiencing what you want out of life. If you become aware of the differences in how people approach decisions, you’ll have a pathway to help you create a permanent positive change in any area of life. To succeed as an entrepreneur, one must fail forward. You have to be fearless. You have to accept failure, embrace it, turn it around and transform it into success.

Without failure nothing happens. For things to be interesting there has to be a balance of failure as a setback vs. failure as an endpoint.

Failure usually means that you are given 10

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another opportunity from a restarting point to try again. This time however, you are armed with knowledge of how to navigate the path ahead, allowing to make smarter, more informed decisions. You should try to develop good time management skills. Successful entrepreneurs manage their time, they don’t wish for more of it.

What is your secret to a good work/life balance?

Eating well, exercising and setting aside time to unwind. Find a technique that works for you, allowing you to reduce stress and relieve mental fatigue. Exercise has been shown to improve mental performance, whether it’s memory, reasoning, problem solving or

planning. Sleeping well helps. Make a to-do list and put it aside, stop checking email by 8 p.m. and read a book that helps to give your mind a break. Set your intentions for the day by telling yourself what actions you’ll take to improve your performance. Use positive language that reminds you of how capable and committed you are. Your intentions create your reality. When you seek to do your very best at something, you’ll begin a wonderful process that will lead to you growing, learning, improving and achieving.

When you have both high-performance and health, you’ll have the opportunity to craft a world-class life where you can achieve your dreams.

Get Fit With Our Autumn Classes

The Penarth Book Festival is back

PILATES: beginner 4 week course £35 Teaching you the principles of Pilates for a healthy mobile back. Thursday 6pm. Start dates October 8th & November 5th. Contact us for information about our intermediate pilates class.

Writers from all genres will be flocking to Penarth for this year’s Penarth Book Festival.

There will be events, workshops, readings and signings to appeal to all ages and literary tastes.

The Festival will take place at various venues across Penarth from 11th – 18th October 2015.

BOXING FIT CIRCUIT: 10 week course £80 - Learn to box and work your whole body.

Wednesday 8pm.

SATURDAY CIRCUIT: 30mins £6 per class - Full Body Circuit, working at your own level for an intense workout. Saturday 8-8.30am & 8.309am (book online)

JOHN BRUNO TOTAL TRAINING 87 Glebe Street, Penarth, CF64 1EF 07976 769390 johnbrunototaltraining.com @johnbrunofit

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The full events programme & ticket information can be online via the Festival website www.penarthbookfestival.org.uk or in person from Griffin Books.

Penarth Book Festival www.penarthbookfestival.org.uk @PenarthBookFest

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In each issue a Griffin Books customer shares their favourite reads.

Ceri (pictured) says ‘With 3 small children I was physiologically unable to read due to extreme fatigue for a number of years.

However, I’ve recently joined a book club and this has forced me to read a lot more.’

Ceri’s recommendations: Freedom by Jonathan Franzen -‘I enjoyed it so much I immediately read The Corrections afterwards. The depiction of dysfunctional marriages and family dynamics is toe-curlingly brilliant.’

Trout Fishing in America by Richard Brautigan - ‘A surreal travelogue with a poetic quality.

(Don’t read this if you have a genuine interest in trout fishing in America).’

Great Apes by Will Self – ‘A parallel reality, with chimpanzees the dominant species on Earth while humans live in cages in zoos...I love Self’s cynicism and dark humour.’

All titles mentioned are available from Griffin Books (www.griffinbooks.co.uk).

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What’s On My Bookshelf

Welcome to Greenaway Autos Used Cars, Cardiff With over 15 years experience Chris Greenaway hand picks the best quality used cars straight from the local main dealers and specialises in cars from £1000 to £5000. All our cars will come with Service history, HPi certificate, new mot and a comprehensive 3 month warranty as standard. All our cars undergo a thorough pre-delivery inspection before being offered for sale and are sold with 12 months AA breakdown cover.

At Greenaway Autos we pride ourselves on customer satisfaction, boasting a great after sales service with many happy customers coming back again and again. Chris believes that people need to

be reassured and confident when purchasing a car. It is important that they are going to be looked after should any problems after purchase arise and the buying process should be an enjoyable one.

If you don¹t see what you are looking for on our stocklist , Chris has access to 1000¹s of cars all across the country and having built up relationships over the years we are certain we can find what you are looking for. So if you know what you want (age, spec, miles , colour) give Chris a shout and he will be only too happy to help.

Vehicle Sourcing and Valeting Services Available The Cabin, Unit 1, Holden Road, Cardiff, CF11 8TJ

The Cabin, Unit 1, Holden Road, Cardiff, CF11 8TJ

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Specialising in Vehicles from £1000-£4000

we buy cars for cash greenawayautos @Greenaway_Autos

what some of our customers think “Just wanted to say a massive thankyou for all your help, and quick response to all my emails! Would recommend Greenaway Auto’s to anyone - well worth the trips to Cardiff from Leicester for my new dream machine! First class service - big dealerships should take tips.”

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“A big thank you for all your help. You made buying my first car very stress free!

The car is fantastic and perfect for me.

Wouldn’t hesitate on recommending you to all my friends and family! ”

“We just want to say we are delighted with the car, it’s just what we wanted. It was a pleasure to do business with you and we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend you to others. The distance involved for us to travel from Plymouth to Cardiff was all worthwhile!”

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Victorian facade, as what lies behind is a uniquely elegant technological haven. The impeccable apartment designed and owned by Project One dynamic duo Dorian & Babette Bowen is a ‘state of the art’ Penarth residence.

The space flows from a home spa to an elegant entertaining venue in just a few open plan steps. The New York style apartment exudes Project One’s ‘lux-dustrial’ architectural ethos.

The space was designed to evolve the change in needs and moods of the individual.

What were the key objectives for this project?

To create an elegant, fun living and entertaining space.

What were the favourite elements of the project? The home spa and home automation utilising the best of modern technology to make everyday items smart.

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Home Life What are the benefits to living in an urban loft apartment?

One large open plan space is always much better than lots of little rooms – it’s a creative hub!

How do you continue to be inspired?

I get inspiration from my team and my wonderful clients.

What is next on the agenda for Project One? The luxury master bedroom suite.

If you could live anywhere in Penarth where would it be?

It would have to be the old abandoned Pumping Station.

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The Grand Old Timer

The Classic

The 3 Bed Semi

4 Victoria Square - £610,000 Old Victorian house, very large, looking to be restored to former glory, Externally exuding period charm, but in need of some major TLC on the inside, this grand old family property occupies a stunning spot overlooking Victoria Square. Four reception rooms and seven bedrooms, plenty of potential and loads of options!

92 Westbourne Road - £699,950 Classic Victorian/Edwardian family home. A proper family house with plenty of features including wood floors, moulded coved ceiling and fireplaces. Close to schools and the town centre, there are two reception rooms, large kitchen / diner, seven bedrooms and a lovely large back garden.

32 Hastings Avenue - £290,000 With woodblock flooring, picture rails and bay windows, this is a fine example of the popular Penarth 1930s semi. With some nice features and room to improve and adapt, this is ideal for couples and small families alike.

Project House 16 Coates Road - £245,000 60s 3 bed semi. This dependable and popular build sits on a spacious end plot, with room (subject to planning) for extension to the side or rear. No onward chain and waiting for a new family to take it on and make it their own.

david baker & company 2-3 Station Approach, Penarth, CF64 3EE 029 2070 2622 info@davidbaker.co.uk www.davidbaker.co.uk @davidbakerandco davidbakerandco

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Coastal walks & parks

Modern Marvel

Town Centre Pad

73 Cosmeston Drive - £335,000 Close to both of these popular pastimes, this 1980s has been adapted to provide another reception room as well as a kitchen diner. Low maintenance and with plenty of space to grow.

39 Cae Canol - £319,950 An excellent value for money four bedroom town house with kitchen and lounge - both with dining space. An enclosed garden and garage, and in a very popular area for families. No onward chain.

23 Windsor Lofts - £159,950 A unique loft style apartment situated in the heart of the town, with impressive open living space and large mezzanine bedroom. The perfect base!

In a year that has continued to

Winter, Spring wasn’t as busy as we would

a place to live and raise a family.

surprise us, the market in Penarth

have hoped, but the Summer has been much

and the immediate surrounding area

better and we are hoping and expecting that

Our new surveying service has started well and

remains very healthy...

to carry over into the more traditionally busy

we have been carrying out Homebuyer Reports

Autumn spell. Lots of positive stories and

for customers on a regular basis. We are able to

items still appear regularly in the media, new

provide these reports as well as more informal

businesses are opening every day and our

surveys, across South Wales, and all enquiries

schools continue to receive excellent reports, all

should be directed to us either by phone, or by

of which enforce the desirability of the town as

email to surveys@davidbaker.co.uk

A lack of supply has plague those looking to buy all year, with people seemingly unwilling to put their properties on the market until they have found somewhere to go. After a quiet

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Marcus Lush, butcher

Introducing Nick Treharne Nick Treharne is a freelance photographer and an award winning former press photographer. He worked as a Senior Staff Photographer with The Western Mail between 1995 and 2006 during which time he covered many high profile news and sporting events.

What do you love most about Penarth?

There are many things I love about Penarth; it’s small enough that I can always meet someone I know, yet it is so close to the heart of a capital city. I love living just minutes from the town centre and from the pier and seafront. The walk to the seafront can take me through either Alexandra Park or The Kymin. But the thing I most love is the feeling that I am always on holiday, whether the sun is shining or not.

Why did you start the project of this photograph book?

I’m a photographer that loves portraiture so I started the project “Penarth People” primarily because I love meeting and photographing people and wanted to record them. Once I’d

Home Life Rachel Burgess, bridal shop owner begun and saw how cooperative my first few subjects had been, I thought I might be able to develop the project further with the twin aims of exhibiting the pictures and ultimately producing a book of my work. Each photograph will simply be accompanied by the person’s name and where they were born or raised.

Where are your favourite places to eat and drink and hang out in Penarth?

I’m always hanging out in the coffee shops and love the variety of restaurants that are available.

I especially like The Fig Tree on the seafront and Bar 44 which serve wonderful dishes.

Adrian and Martin Shaw of The Busy Teapot What characters from Penarth are you photographing and why?

I want to include characters from all walks of life no matter who they are or what they do. Penarth is made from the characters that live and work here; it’s their variety that makes Penarth what it is. It is equally nice to photograph, for example, local business owners as it is to photograph musicians, artists or those that have already retired; and the process of photographing and recording is an important one as nothing lasts for ever. So, in times to come, there can also be an important historical aspect to the work as people can look back and remember Penarth and it’s people as it is today.

Tanya Brooks-Dowsett, Editor Who has been the most interesting character and why?

Each person is interesting to me because I will always be able to learn something from them. That’s what drew me to a career as a photographer in the first place; to meet people, talk with them, photograph them and learn from them.

Anyone else to photograph ? Who are you looking for particularly?

I’m looking for anyone who makes up part of the mosaic of Penarth life and has enthusiasm for what they do and for what I am doing. It will be nice to seek out as many different professions Penarth View

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John Lewis, musician

as possible, to photograph young and old and from “the man in the street” to the rich and famous.

Describe a typical day in the life of Nick Treharne…

I love getting up in the morning and the day usually starts in a coffee shop reading a book.

Then, if I have commissioned work I’ll head off to photograph that, edit the images and get them to the client. Otherwise I’ll spend a few hours at the computer catching up or tracking down my next subject for “Penarth People”. I love cooking so in the evening I’ll prepare a healthy meal and then relax and play guitar.

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Jess Carnell, make up artist and shop owner

If you didn’t live in Penarth where would you ideally like to be? I’ve been teaching myself Spanish for a number of years so it would be good to spend some time in Spain to become fluent.

What do you enjoy most about being a photographer?

Being a photographer opens so many doors to meeting people and allows me a glimpse of their lives. Am I nosey? No, it’s not that. I’m just very interested in meeting people, listening to them and observing them. But I also love the creative process in producing something that is visually engaging. As well as my press/PR work,

Nick Treharne

I’m now specifically undertaking commissions in portraiture, very much following the style of my “Penarth People” portraits.

When will the book be launched?

I’m aiming for sometime during Autumn 2016.

There are many more people to photograph and I imagine a lot of work will need to be done prior to the book being ready. People who are interested can contact me through my website www.nicktreharne.com where they can also view the images.

Interview by Tanya Lynch

At Shepherd Sharpe we see things differently.

We see our customers as people and their properties as homes.

We love what we do; always matching the right people with the right home.

Shepherd Sharpe is owned and run by us, local people, people like you. So when it comes to selling your home we have far better knowledge, expertise and love for the area where we specialise.

An estate agent that’s right at the heart of your community.

Now isn’t that comforting to know?

4 Andrews Buildings, Stanwell Road, Penarth, CF64 2AA www.shepherdsharpe.com info@shepherdsharpe.com 02920 707 999

Beautiful handmade kitchens, bedrooms, bathrooms and more....

INTERIORS

3 Bessemer Close Workshops, Cardiff CF11 8DL - 029 2023 3308 - www.chalkhouseinteriors.co.uk

Using a wood burner can lower heating costs of the average family household by ÂŁ400 per year.

Home Life Wood burning stoves are highly efficient, running at up to 87% efficiency compared with up to 25% for a traditional open coal fire.

Heating a room or supplying hot water have always been options but more and more people see wood burning stoves as a lifestyle choice too.

Picking a stylish stove can transform your living space. Whether you live in a compact urban home or cosy country cottage, both traditional and contemporary stoves work equally well in either.

We offer a bespoke design & fitting service for all types of log burners by trained professionals

to ensure everything runs smoothly from start to finish.

Visit our showroom on Penarth Road to see the new in-house bathroom displays and even bigger range of wood burners on display to get a feel for what might suit your home

Living Life www.livinglifecardiff.co.uk Unit 7 Freemans Parc, Penarth Road, CF11 8TW 029 2023 1300

and some good advice....the

@LivingLife_Home

fire is always on!

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Ever considered riding an electric bike?

Call in for a test ride...

www.theelectricbikeshopwales.co.uk

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coming up at

the paget rooms

National theatre live: hamlet

National theatre live: Of Mice and men

october 21st 7.30pm

november 19th 7pm

weddings celebrations

parties

Packages available at The Kymin, West House & The Paget Rooms.

little wander presents: lloyd langford, Grainne Maguire, rose matefeo

november 20th 7.30pm

Treorchy male choir december 10th 7.30pm

tickets can be booked at www.ticketsource.co.uk/pagetrooms by phone on 029 20713200

www.penarthtowncouncil.gov.uk

Civil Ceremonies can be held at The Kymin and West House.

Weekday Discounts available.

For dates and prices, contact us on 029 20700721 or email bookings@penarthtowncouncil.gov.uk

Serving Barry • Sully • Penarth • Dinas Powys With thanks, Richard WIlliams BVSc BSc MRCVS (Owner)

Home Visits / 24 Hrs Customer Parking On-Call Vet 24 Hour Local Family Run See The Same Vet 24/7 www.valevetcentre.co.uk 01446 739739 / 24hrs 7/8 Ty Verlon Ind Est, Cardiff Rd, Barry, CF63 2BE

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Bespoke kitchen design & installation

New showroom now open 02920 496166 Unit 7 Anchor Industrial Estate, Dumballs Road, Cardi, CF10 5FF www.avantgardedesign.co.uk | info@avantgardedesign.co.uk

BIRMINGHAM ROYAL BALLET

A co-production between Welsh National Opera, Wales Millennium Centre and West Yorkshire Playhouse in association with Royal Exchange Theatre Cyd-gynhyrchiad rhwng Opera Cenedlaethol Cymru, Canolfan Mileniwm Cymru a West Yorkshire Playhouse mewn cyd-weithrediad â Royal Exchange Theatre

Director David Bintley CBE

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BIRMINGHAM ROYAL BALLET

David Bintley CBE TachweddDirector 11 – 14 November 2015

BIRMINGHAM ROYAL BALLET Director David Bintley CBE

8 & 9 Oct | Hyd 24 – 29 Nov | Tach 2015 HHHHH ‘One of the best Swan Lakes around’ the daily express

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Music and lyrics by|Cerddoriaeth a geiriau gan

Performed by Welsh National Opera Perfformiwyd gan Opera Cenedlaethol Cymru

Book by|Llyfr gan

Hugh Wheeler

Stephen Sondheim

From an adaptation by|O addasiad gan Christopher Bond Originally directed by|Cyfarwyddwyd yn wreiddiol gan

Harold Prince

Original orchestrations by|Offeryniaeth wreiddiol gan Jonathan Tunick

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PPP PILATES - Chartered Physiotherapist led beginners & intermediate Pilates classes & a gentle back pain Pilates class.

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PPP SPORTS MASSAGE - Our sports massage practitioners work with the Llanelli Scarlets & Cardiff RFC. PPP PHYSIO 145 Windsor Rd, Penarth, CF64 1JF 02920700493 info@penarthphysiotherapy.com www.penarthphysiotherapy.com @PPPphysio

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Penarth Podiatry Thérèse Matthews BSc MChS HCPC Registered Experienced HCPC podiatrist in a warm and friendly environment. A range of treatments from simple nail cutting and callous reduction to nail surgery.

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Here at Restaurant James Sommerin we are passionate about getting children engaged with the food they eat so that in the future they can make better decisions in life with regards to food. We also want to introduce them to the world of a fine dining kitchen and show them that at the heart of it good, local,

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quality produce ia all that’s needed to create something amazing on their own plates. They will be cooking you up a storm in your kitchen in no time! If you think you or your child would be interested please contact us on 02920 706559.

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Bronze drawn fresh pasta and stone baked pizza and also our original Tony’s pizza made on the premises.

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Italian Restaurant

Taste of Penarth

Sugo

Autumn Tuesdays

JAZZ nights @ Sugo

Fantastic Italian food served in friendly surroundings

8 September - Saxes and Guitar 29 September - Piano & Double Bass 20 October - Trumpet and Guitar 10 November - Alto Sax and Piano

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Liz Cross - Commercial Knitwear Designer What line of work are you in and please describe a typical day...

I’m a commercial knitwear designer working with retail customers mostly in France & Belgium also work with an online cashmere brand based in the UK. It’s a technical role too creating all the factory information, graded measurement charts & managing each stage of production in China & Romania.

A typical day when abroad ….. I initially spend a number of days with each customer, 12 months ahead of the new season, working through trend, colour & styling appropriate to their customer profile’s & start designing reworks of previous best sellers first. I’ll be briefed on how many styles are required within each colour, styling or price group & then return to work

from home in Penarth to create the design sheets on Adobe Illustrator. These are emailed out to the customers for approval with colour options & after amendments are made through lots of emailing & Skype. Finally the technical information is generated for the factories to make 1st prototype samples & then the process continues on through production.

What have been the benefits of having a home office?

For over 15 years I had a 60 mile round trip commute & spent many hours on motorways panicking about being late for my children. I instantly felt the benefits of working from home.

No time is lost on daily travel & although fuel savings are immense, there are so many hidden savings such as less is spent on things like

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the design industry, it’s very important for us to have an office that is inspiring and stimulating.

If you didn’t have work from home where would you ideally prefer to be based?

I would ideally be based with other selfemployed people. They wouldn’t have to be creative just motivated! I’ve found after five years working from home that although there are many benefits, you can often feel isolated & be easily distracted. My work is much more focused for example when I work in my customer offices throughout the year.

If you didn’t have to work from home where would you ideally prefer to be based?

Working from a home office has really shown me how little I would want to move back to a traditional office in the city. I love it. Although, if I did have to move, it would need to be in a creative hub, somewhere that remains quite informal but allows the team to work with other people in our industry. I love Penarth and have built some great relationships with some local businesses, so it is important for Candid to continue to remain part of this fantastic community.

Co-working seems to be very popular across the UK, what are your thoughts about it?

It’s a perfect solution to bridge the gap between isolation & productivity. You can surround yourself with other skills & experience. This may not just serve to motivate but enable businesses to share knowledge & skills to benefit perhaps sales or efficiency for example. A really useful feature for small businesses is being able to book space when required rather than taking on the pressure of a full lease contract & if there is meeting space available too where client appointments can be held then it all aids the ability to project a professional image.

John Davies - Director What line of work are you in? and please describe a typical day? I run my own Penarthbased graphic design agency, Candid Creative Studio. We offer creative, tailor-made solutions for our clients. Whether it’s some printed marketing materials, a new website, or a shop sign, Candid caters for small independents and larger established businesses alike. A typical day begins with a quick team briefing, and then we’re either out at a local coffee shop meeting clients, or sitting down to start our next design job.

What have been the benefits of having a home office? Besides having the company of our furry friend, Winston, the Cairn terrier, having a home office provides a whole host of benefits.

It allows for a work environment that really gets the best out of the team and myself. Working in

Co-working seems to be very popular across the UK, what are your thoughts about it?

It has proven very popular in the design industry as it has many benefits for small independent businesses. Much like a home office, it’s flexible & inspiring. It’s the perfect place to make new business relationships as there are lots of like-minded people surrounding you to bounce ideas off.

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Build great networks in your local community

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Award winning jeweller Anne Morgan is opening her first gallery selling handmade jewellery from around the UK. Anne has been making jewellery for the past 18 years supplying galleries and shops around the UK and worldwide, and designed and made the Eisteddfod Crown in 2012. As well as displaying her own jewellery she will be showcasing other jewellers. The emphasis on being handmade, from studio jewellers anne morgan like herself. Anne will have her workshop jewellery based in the gallery so can undertake any 10 Glebe Street, CF64 1ED bespoke commissions and will be running jewellery@annemorgan.co.uk make your own wedding ring workshops.

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A local company providing Event Services including: planning, performance management, SIA licensed staff, event stewards. We can also capture your event through photo and film.

Our qualified Consultant can provide you with health and safety plans, risk assessments and advice.

Lynchpin is a local media consultancy that provides a fun and exciting approach to business mentorship. We will coach and inspire you, we can help you set clear business goals and help you establish a realistic plan of action. If you need ideas and are keen to develop your sales and marketing skills then you need Lynchpin! We also will introduce you to the contacts, networks and companies you need to connect with to help bring your business ideas to life

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Jelf Insurance Brokers Jelf is a leading independent, full-service consultancy supporting businesses and individuals with expert advice on matters relating to insurance, employee benefits and financial planning.

At Jelf, we look to build long-term relationships with our clients, working together to understand the risks that they face before using our experience and expertise to develop tailored solutions. For more information call Catherine Richards on 07841 213716 or 029 20768 006.

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Support for Cogan Coronation AFC Minis with £2200 kit Chartered Management Accountants Evans Entwistle are proud to support Cogan Coronation’s Under 8s, 10s and 11s for the third consecutive season. Says Partner Damian Evans: “We are very much a community based practice, and for that reason are really pleased to sponsor this well run local club. The level of professionalism and degree of effort which goes into the children’s football coaching is immense, especially given that their time is given on a wholly voluntary basis. We look forward to watching the Minis teams - for whom all 3 of my sons play - this season!”

Evans Entwistle 7 Herbert Terrace, Penarth, Cardiff CF64 2AH 029 2071 3800 www.evansentwistle.co.uk @penarthaccounts

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Northern Star Northern Star Jewellery are pleased to be stocking the newly launched Men’s range of O.W.L watches. The collection comprises of The Hastings and Warwick inspired by famous British towns and their rich heritage. The characteristics of the watches include beautiful leathers and engraved shoulder tabs, with polished steel and brushed cases. The Hastings pictured has a triple layered dial in steel or sepia complete with 24-hour day and date indicators. The watches priced from £125.00 are water resistant and come packaged in an O.W.L travel case inspired

by Victorian luggage. For more information visit us in store.

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If the bank says “no”, call Mortgage Search Go! Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage. A fee may be charged depending on individual circumstances. A typical fee is £995. In addition, we will be paid a fee by the lender. Full details of our fees and service will be put in writing to you. There is no charge for our insurance services.

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Rowley’s The Jewellers

Old and New Treasures

Dwynwen Opal Ring £169

Ceri Lambert Designs Wales Map

Rowley’s the jewellers always look

throws and cushions, furniture, accessories and

for traditional craftsmanship with

clothing that combine authentic Welsh tradition

bold contemporary design.

with innovative and modern design.

Also new to Rowley’s - Ceri Lambert Designs.

We’re pleased to be stocking the best in Welsh gold from Clogau with new designs for all budgets to be seen on our website rowleys.clogau.co.uk pictured here is the Dwynwen Opal Ring - £169 New for this Autumn gift items from Welsh Woollen mill Melin Tregwynt. Weaving for 100

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years Melin Tregwynt heralds a new spirit in Welsh design with exclusive wool blankets,

Ceri is a Penarth based collage artist. She primarily works with circular objects such as buttons and watch cogs to create detailed whimsical pieces with a hint of nostalgia. Many of the artworks can be customised and most are made to order to ensure a truly unique and personal gift. Pictured is Ceri’s popular map of Wales which can be personalised to your requirements.

Business Life Charlotte Lowe hand crafted design Hand crafting and personalisation are at the heart of many of the products in Rowley’s whether it’s the traditional engraving of a loved one’s ring or the inscribing of witty mottos. You can have gifts and jewellery personalised or made bespoke to your wishes.

Many of our Clogau gold items can be engraved and gift boxed and sent straight to your friends and family. Pictured her is one of Charlotte

Cathy O’Doherty fused glass bowl Lowe’s hand crafted designs in silver and 22 ct gold. Featuring elephants and giraffes with mottos and life lessons such as ‘Stand Tall’ and ‘Never Forget’. Charlotte also makes a range of pendants and rings featuring family groups.

Kate Dumbleton’s jewellery collection features celtic influences and combinations of semi precious stones and silver brass and gold fill pieces keeping prices affordable.

Our designer makers such as Cathy O’Doherty can translate your family names into a scrabble board design in glass. Here pictured is one of her exquisite fused glass bowls which would make a great Anniversary gift.

Angelina Hall stained glass pictures Stained glass artist Angelina Hall turns well loved views of Penarth into stained glass pictures with lively metal work details of wildlife. Great presents for homesick friends or souvenirs.

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Being part of a charity Royal marine WAGS Calendar as Miss September 2015.

Favourite past time: Being happy, inspiring people and smiling.

Sian Woodland Age: 31

Occupation: Regional Community Fundraiser Best known for: Fundraising in memory of my Fiance Royal Marine Paul Woodland – Special

What can’t you live without?

My boxer dog Zulu. Zulu was given to me by my parents 5 weeks after Paul died. We have been through some tough days together but he is always here to make me smile.

Best life moment? Climbing Kilimanjaro – I learnt so much about myself on the trip, met some amazing people and came back appreciating everything in my life.

Boat Service.

First claim to fame: After Paul died I started to fundraise within 8 weeks. All money I raised went to Royal Marine charities and I raised close to £30,000 (inc gift aid). I did this by climbing Kilimanjaro, being part of a team who organised four of Paul’s friends and family to cycle 4000 54

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What would a typical day in your life involve?

I work from home as a community fundraiser for Forces Support we are a bereavement military charity who support families of the fallen. We provide practical support by giving garden makeovers, remembrance areas, children’s play-areas and decorating the home.

I manage voluntary fundraisers across the UK and I travel a lot, meeting new people and inspiring people to fundraise. After work I like to cook so I experiment with different recipes and take my dog for walks.

What do you love most about the Penarth?

I love the community of Penarth and how everyone comes together in times of need. We have had so much support as a family from so many different people.

Favourite gems of Penarth? Garden of Remembrance. Not many people know of this area and its situated in Alexandra park. It’s a beautiful area of reflection and one where I am campaigning to erect a memorial for all service personal killed on duty since the 2nd World War.

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MG6 Fuel Consumption mpg (l/100km): DTi-TECH Urban: 48.7 (5.8), Extra Urban: 64.2 (4.4), Magnette: 59.0 (4.4), Combined: 57.6 (4.9). CO2 Mass Emission (Combined) 129 g/km.

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Victoria Garage

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aim is to pass your car and with the average test taking just 45 minutes, offering a fast and efficient service.

Care & Attention At Victoria Garage we pride ourselves on the quality of our service, our reliable professional staff and value for money.

Sensible Pricing We always provide sensible prices, so you know you are in safe hands with our customerfocussed approach.

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Servicing, Repairs, MOT, Diagnostics At Victoria Garage we undertake all types of repairs and offer a solution to any vehicle problem. Contact us today to organise your service, MOT or any repairs or improvements.

Good prices and friendly service. Our MOT testing centre is able to deal with any car or light commercial vehicle up to 3000kg. Our

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8.30am to 5.30pm, Monday - Friday and Saturday 8.30 - 12.30 you will find that Victoria Garage can fit in with your working schedules.

Victoria Garage 1 Redlands Road, Penarth, CF64 2WD 029 2070 1025 www.victoriagaragepenarth.co.uk enquiries@victoriagaragepenarth.co.uk

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Check that tires are properly inflated, all fluids are at their proper levels and you have a full tank of fuel.

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Check all of it’s equipment such as levels of water, oil, antifreeze, hazard lights - we provide a motoring health check to review all these for you.

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Check the internet for traffic update sites and listen to radio traffic alerts, especially when approaching towns and cities you are unsure of.

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At Victoria Garage, we provide economical maintenance to the highest standards offering main dealer facilities at much lower prices. Appointment times can be made to accommodate your schedule and many operations can be made while you wait. Find out more on the website! www.victoriagaragepenarth.co.uk

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Ready Steady Bake Off 28th November 2015 The Penarth Bake Off will be the ultimate baking battle where passionate baking fans compete to be crowned Penarth’s Best Baker. Over the next few weeks we are looking for entrants... whether you are a parent, grandparent, school kid, business owner or group or association you can all enter! We are aiming to help raise money and awareness for Forces Support which local fundraising manager Sian Woodland works for after losing her fiancé Paul Woodland. Entry forms are available to download. So get your baking skills and your aprons at the ready…this is going to be a baking feast at the start of Penarth’s Christmas Festival. We will have local trader stalls and entertainment - all to be revealed soon!

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Independent local tyre centre Penarth Tyres specialises in the supply and fitting of premium and budget tyres at competitive prices. We offer tracking, balancing, puncture repairs, new bulbs, batteries and wiper blades. Whatever your requirements, we’re certain we can meet them. Give us a call or drop-in and we’ll be more than happy to help!

“Chris is reliable, efficient and has helped me and so many of our customers. I would highly recommend.”

Time For You Cleaning

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Life is too short to spend your time cleaning!

Do you find yourself with not enough hours in the day to do your cleaning? Are you too busy, no longer able to cope or maybe you just hate cleaning. We clean so you don’t have to!

Photography is my escape: To be completely lost in the wilderness, surrounded by trees and trying to capture the overwhelming feeling of serenity felt in the moment. I like to look for things people don’t see on the street every day, catching people’s emotions and them in time forever. It is this reason that makes weddings and social events so much fun. I love to explore the less travelled path, be it around my home town of Penarth or out in the wilds of Brecon.

Usk reservoir is a new favourite haunt.

We introduce properly insured, screened and vetted cleaners to private households and small businesses…the same cleaner, at the same time, on the same day each week…giving you TIME FOR YOU!

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When Alex isn’t busy getting lost he resides in Penarth with his wife and beloved cats.

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Pe nart h F un e r al Di r ec tors Our expertise, built up over 28 years in the town, has enabled hundreds of people to come to terms with the aftermath of bereavement and the stresses it brings.

We are well-known, professional and caring and we like to think we have been a great strength to many local families. Sympathy and professionalism are our hallmarks and we will do everything to organise funeral arrangements that suit your requirements and to pay appropriate and generous tribute to your loved one. We have three chapels of rest and a family service chapel on our

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Owner Joan Paines says: “We are always available to help families and we can provide all the necessary services such as organising memorial services. There is a lot to think about obviously and our aim is to help you at all times and share your burden.

As we are an independent, family-run

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We can also help you plan your own arrangements. It’s a subject you might not care to think too deeply on, but careful thought can provide peace of mind.

Average Cost Of A Funeral Cremation Thornhill - £2895.00, Barry - £2995.00 Burial Penarth Cemetery - £2995.00 Includes: Hearse, One Limousine, Coffin, Robe, Plate, Bearers, Burial, Cremation, Church Minister, Doctors Fees.

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