Penarth View Summer Issue

Penarth View Penarth life, leisure & business

issue 23

Summer 2016

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Get fit penarth

Coast to Coast Review

Interview with Gary Powell

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It’s been a fabulous Spring season at Penarth View HQ, we hope you have had fun too? Penarth was a hub of activity, with cool events such as Picnic Penarth providing us with yummy food, drink and entertainment. Plus it’s been a delight meeting local residents opening their new businesses, including Glass By Design and The Crepe Escape – it’s always exciting when local entrepreneurs launch new brands in town.

Our Summer issue is all about festival fever, travel and getting fit especially as our annual Summer Festival starts on 7th through to the 17th July. This year there is a Roald Dahl theme with creative zones dotted across the town – see page 56 for a summary of the activities.

Style columnist Claire Jacklin updates us on what’s been happening in her busy world of fashion on page 10. Plus I had the pleasure of staying in a very cool and contemporary boutique hotel in lovely Llandudno, my Coast to Coast review on page 30 tells you all about my fabulous North Wales adventure.

Penarth View www.penarthview.co.uk tanya@penarthview.co.uk 07817628442 @PenarthView facebook.com/penarthview Editor: Tanya Lynch Design: nicjonesdesign Photography: Tanya Lynch, Nick Treherne, Dave White, Tunde Katona Front cover photographer: Nick Treherne Contributors: Sarah Thompson, Charlotte Morgan, Claire Jacklin, Dyfri Owen , Jim Brooks-Dowsett, Jamie Bloomfield, Natalie Rowley Our next issue will be out in early September 2016 Whilst every effort is made to achieve accuracy, Penarth View is not responsible for any errors or omissions.

So I hope you enjoy our Summer issue and can make some plans for the months ahead as there is certainly plenty to see and do in our Seaside town. Especially now that Penarth has been described as the ‘Best Place to Live in Wales’ thanks to the Sunday Times for kindly publishing the article back in April.

As always a huge thanks to all our clients, local businesses and of course you our readers for supporting Penarth View. Be sure to contact us if you have any news or events you would like us to promote in our next issue due out early September.

Tanya

Editor Penarth View

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The Perks of being a Co-Worker Co-working is growing ever more popular amongst the selfemployed, freelancers and oneman-bands of the business world.

There are currently more than 400 times more co-working spaces than this time 3 years ago. But what is it about this working environment that is pulling these individuals away from their home offices and into the world of co-working?

People like to be part of a community. Working from home can often be isolating. You lack routine and regular social interaction. Leaving the house to go to work restores a work-life balance that is vital for your productivity levels and more importantly your mental wellbeing.

When you join a co-working space you instantly become part of a living, breathing community – “me” becomes “we”! You are no longer at home

Style Life alone, with just the cat for company. You are out there, immersed, interacting and learning from your fellow co-workers. The great thing about co-working communities is that they are made up of talented individuals with their own unique skills and interests. Need help updating your webpage? Stuck on a design for your logo?

Chances are you will be working near someone who can help you, or at least refer you to a trusted person they have used themselves.

Have you ever noticed that co-workers always seem to be in the know? If there’s a networking event or local award show, co-workers will always share this information with one another because they love to see each other thrive and succeed.

Working for yourself can be great, but there can also be scary daunting times for a small business owner. Working in a co-working community, you are going to be surrounded by people who have faced similar challenges - and survived them. Sharing solutions to daily problems and being able to ask for advice from a supportive group of people will help your business stride from strength to strength.

In Tec Marina, we have dedicated room for our co-workers. These wonderfully diverse and talented people are a key part of our Tec Marina community. You’ll often see them sharing ideas and collaborating on projects. They are able to expand their network through meeting new people and attending our regular Tec Marina

events. They enjoy working from a creative space that provides their business with the perfect environment to bloom.

The whole idea of co-working is to bring bright creative, people together and let the ideas collide, and that is exactly what is happening in Tec Marina! - Written by Natalie Rowley

tec marina Terra Nova Way, Penarth, CF64 1SA www.tecmarina.com contact@tecmarina.com 02038 188245

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Do you have a quality car that Prestige Cars can sell for you?

We offer a full service to sell quality/highend cars on behalf of local customers. From professional photographs for the advertisement to negotiating and completing the sale, we can make sure you get the best price. We sell to a UK wide market and currently have a number of customers looking for specific models. If you are considering selling your car, please get in touch to find out more about how we can help.

Style Life Nick Wenger’s VW “After being introduced to Dan at Prestige

was great. Keeping me up to date throughout,

Cars, Dan offered to advertise and sell my VW

he informed me within 4 days he had a deposit

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didn’t have any of the stresses of selling a car

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looking for.. Fantastic Service! I would highly

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recommened.” - Nick Wenger

part exchange values the dealers were offering.

He explained everything clearly from the beginning and confirmed the price he thought we could achieve within a short space of time. I also got to use my vehicle the whole time which

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Deciding a Home Wardrobe Styling session was best, it was clear that Jo hadn’t shopped

before

for herself in many years. Jo still dressed as a stay at home Mum and had few appropriate outfits to meet clients in. Jo was feeling drab and deflated as getting dressed each day was becoming difficult.

Jo loathed shopping and it would only be done for her children’s needs. Having a good sort out we did discover some pieces that could be re-invented and I showed Jo how to wear these

I met Jo Buckerfield at Business Women Penarth.

Having built up a successful business ‘Your Space Living’ Jo explained that she had very little time to shop and had lost her sense of style.

in new ways. A styling session is not about

mixed and matched for weekend/evening wear

throwing everything out, it’s a great way to

too and that clothes shouldn’t be allocated

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for ‘work’ or ‘home’. Accessories were really

outfit ideas. As Jo hadn’t shopped for herself in

needed especially shoes and these help to

years, some new key pieces were essential.

change the look of an entire outfit.

Wardrobe staples such as trousers and jackets

Seeing Jo’s face light up in her new outfits

were top of the list and having done Jo’s

made my job so worthwhile. I feel passionate

colours it was easy to select correct coloured

about helping women feel like themselves once

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Photographs by: Neil Langford: keyoguitar@hotmail.com Hair & Make-up by: Emma Kidby: emloukid77@gmail.com

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“I’ve always hated shopping for myself. So I always forgot about what I needed to look good and feel confident. Today was inspiring. Claire helped me find some stunning combinations which I would have never thought of or chosen for myself. Thank you Claire for making me feel like ‘me’ rather than a working mum and wife.”

In the next edition I will share with you what’s new for Autumn but for now let’s enjoy these summer months and long may they last!

claire jacklin www.clairejacklin.co.uk info@clairejacklin.co.uk @PSClaireJacklin Claire Jacklin Personal Stylist Penarth View

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SPACE “where material objects are located and events occur” beautiful furniture for every room

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A vintage style tea room offering breakfasts, lunch and afternoon teas... Also a variety of home cooked meals and light lunches. Our specialty is our homemade cakes and afternoon teas.

Why not come along and enjoy our menu in our beautiful surroundings. We are open Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm, Saturday 9am 4pm. Closed Sundays and Bank Holidays.

We also offer bespoke buffets and outside catering. We cater for baby showers/hen parties.

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Victoria Tea Rooms is celebrating it’s 3rd Birthday in August and would like to thank all it’s wonderful customers for supporting us.

Victoria tea rooms 3a Cornerswell Road, Penarth, CF64 2EU 029 2071 0301 Victoria Tea Room & Ice cream Parlour

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Summer is in the air (or at least it is some of the time) and as the town prepares itself for another summer festival, others are starting to enjoy their properties during the time of the year in which they are at their best.

Stunning gardens, dreamy views, brilliant entertaining space and lovely locations close to the park! Here are a selection of the sorts of properties that we at David Baker & Company

BITTERN WAY £435,000 This well extended family property has a lane to the side that takes you onto Whitcliffe Drive and the Cliff Walk.

BREAN CLOSE £190,000 A light and airy two bed starter home with kitchen / diner and enclosed garden. Channel views from the master bedroom!

SEABANK £350,000 Excellent Channel views and with the Pier and Esplanade just outside the front door.

SULLY ROAD £725,000 A large house in even larger grounds, with a swimming pool! A project, but excellent potential in a semi-rural location.

have available….

LAVERNOCK ROAD £595,000 Take a left up Castle Avenue to the back of Cosmeston, or cross over Lavernock Road to the Athletic Club or Cliff Tops.

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We have had a number of properties going to

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best and final offers recently, and selling for more than the asking price. This can be very frustrating for prospective buyers, but quite often the fairest way to do business when confronted with numerous bidders.

We also have a number of vendors who have BALMORAL QUAYS ÂŁ900,000 Penthouse apartment with Channel Views, overlooking the Pier Pavilion. Large open entertaining space and extensive roof terrace make this ideal for sunny summer evenings.

sold quickly, only to find that they have nowhere to go. We expect this trend to continue for the foreseeable future, and as always, we will be here to help people navigate what can be a very trying process!

As anyone who keeps an eye on the market will probably know, things are very competitive at the moment. With high demand and low supply, there are many people viewing and offering on

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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.

Your local estate agent that is right at the heart of the community

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

Did you know that at Living Life we not only design and fit bathrooms and kitchens, but we also build extensions onto properties?

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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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A selection of rooms to stay in at james sommerin

R E S TAU R A N T Ja m e s S o m m e r i N An extensive a la carte menu will be on

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offer including starters such as as roasted

Chef Demo - Friday 10th June - £70 Includes lunch, wine and demo

beetroot with pine nuts, goats cheese and pickle or a seasonal winter vegetable salad. Mains will include gressingham duck, partridge and a 32-day aged steak, plus

Cheese & Wine Evening in association with Penylan Pantry - Sunday 12th June - £30 James and his giant peach evening at Penylan Pantry - Friday 3rd July

there will be a host of “to die for” desserts.

Special Offer - our 2 year anniversary

package for £200 - dinner, bed and breakfast - in a standard room available on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday

“I just wanted to say thank you so much for such a wonderful evening. It was a privilege to see award winning Chefs at work presenting such beautiful dishes. I am so lucky to live in Penarth and have you on my doorstep. Hope to see you again very soon.”

Harriet Cooper

includes a 6 course meal.

Kids Kitchen - please see our website for more information and regular updates on this popular event - Age 8-16 £130 per child for a

“Just enjoyed a wonderful 6-course tasting menu for my birthday. The food was exquisite and the atmosphere was perfect.

The surprise 3rd ‘birthday’ dessert was a particular treat. We got to meet James in the kitchen which was a great end to a fantastic night. Thanks to all the staff who work so hard to make the restaurant run so smoothly.” Keith Bloggs

4 week course

james sommerin The Esplanade, Penarth, CF64 3AU 029 2070 6559 www.jamessommerinrestaurant.co.uk @JSommerin Restaurant James Sommerin Penarth View

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Cardiff A P P L I A N C E WA R E H O U S E Situated on Penarth Road, within easy access of the City Centre and the M4, we are one of the largest independent retailers of kitchens and appliances in Wales. Our extensive showroom is filled with hundreds of freestanding and built-in Cardiff appliance warehouse

appliances and we also have an impressive

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display of superb quality, affordable fitted

Cardiff kitchen warehouse

We have on show one of the largest selections

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of Rangemaster products in the U.K. as well

kitchens.

as over 50 of the latest products from Neff, Siemens and Bosch.

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@CardiffAppWare The Cardiff Appliance Warehouse Cardiff Kitchen Warehouse

Whether you simply need to replace a single appliance or are looking for a fully complete kitchen then please pay a visit to our showroom.

Alternatively, if you have found what you want and just need a price please get in touch by telephone or e mail and we will be glad to help.

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Cardiff Sat alongside our extensive display of freestanding and built-in appliances is our impressive studio showcasing a wide selection of kitchens from our very affordable Eco and Colonial ranges to the hand-made Prentice Furniture range, which is exclusive to Cardiff.

All of our kitchens are finished to a high standard with a range of tasteful handles and worktops to suit and they each can come with a superb range of internal fitments and accessories to add that finishing touch.

Whether you want us to be your first point of call, or already have your plans to hand and would like a competitive quote, please contact us by e mail or call in to our showroom and you will not be disappointed.

SUMMER SALE 40% OFF ALL KITCHENS

We have enjoyed the challenges of growing our business eden landscapes in the last couple of years (well, mostly!). From our humble beginnings in Garden construction and design, we are now the proud owners of our own Landscape and Garden Buildings retail centre.

Last Winter was spent developing the new show area for our collection of sheds, summerhouses and outdoor buildings. This was the next step in our expansion, following on from the development of our Landscaping centre and operating yard at Pugh’s Garden Village, Wenvoe in 2014.

Growth in Eden

It has always been our aim to create an inspirational shopping area, full of interesting garden products and materials. It is still a work in progress, and we are buzzing with plans an ideas for the future. The “Boulevard de Sheds” as it’s been nicknamed, has been busy this Spring, and our efforts are beginning to bear fruit. When speaking to our customers, it has been fascinating to learn how many of them intend to use our sheds to run a small business, or as a dedicated hobby room. All without the need to rent space away from their home. Whether

We as small business owners ourselves we are only too aware of how the overheads and costs involved in running your own business can really mount up. By operating your business from a building in the garden then running costs can be slashed. Electricity and broadband can be easily added and with the continuing development of the functionality of the internet, the world really is your oyster. All this from a cosy wooden building at the bottom of your garden.

The Great British Sewing Bee, Pottery Throw Down, and other similar programmes have inspired people wishing to find an escape from the rat race. It’s been brilliant to chat with people taking up new hobbies and finding things to do in their spare time, that bring them back in touch with traditional skills and crafts, from a time when life wasn’t so busy. The potting shed can be a sewing room, the summerhouse an art studio, or our quirky Dutch barn the perfect thinking space to start your creative writing.

With this in mind we have decided to use our show sheds creatively, and support our local creative community by hosting are very own

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you are a graphic designer, a seamstress, financial planning manager or potter, having a workspace in the garden can really be THE low cost solution.

craft market on Saturday July 23rd. We will be playing host to 15 local crafters selling a variety of handmade and one off products.

Please visit us and our ‘Boulevard de Sheds’ at Pughs Garden Village, Port Road Wenvoe, CF5 6AD with all your garden building, landscaping or garden design requirements.

eden Shop Pugh’s Garden village in Wenvoe 029 2059 7365 eden landscapes 07815 163450 www.edenlandscapes.ltd.uk edenenquiries@hotmail.com Eden Landscapes Ltd

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coast to coast Each issue we will be setting off on our travels to enjoy a coastal escape, this time we travelled North along the A470 to Llandudno and stayed at the rather exquisite Escape Boutique B&B. The location: Llandudno – by far the most elegant of the North Wales seaside resorts. A proud Victorian town with a sweeping sandy bay is sheltered by two great limestone hills, Great Orme and Little Orme.

The venue: Escape Boutique B&B – this is a contemporary and welcoming boutique hotel that offers exclusive, stylish and luxurious accommodation.

Escape Boutique B&B

What’s so special: This very grand Victorian abode is perfectly perched against the Great Orme. It has amazing views and scenery from the front of the hotel. The wow factor was when we opened the curtains and saw the sea and mountains. Lovely decor throughout and furnished to a high standard. The staff were friendly and the breakfasts had a nice Welsh twist to them with lots of choice on offer.

The location is perfect for the town and many recommendations for restaurants were offered,

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Activities: Take a walk up the Great Orme or catch a Tram Ride, fun times to be had at Llandudno Ski Centre, pop into the town for some retail therapy and just over the esturary visit Conwy Castle. If you’re feeling really adventurous there is always Snowdon to climb or the uber cool www.zipworld.co.uk in Bethesda Overview: Perfect for a staycation, a little bit of luxury if you’re off for a weekend of adventure through the North Wales hills.

Little Gem: Bryn Williams Restaurant is a delightful treat!!

Testimonial: A good friend and local Penarth resident Bethan Elfyn recently stayed at Escape and this is what she had to say: “Alice in Wonderland has strong connections with Llandudno and this hotel was certainly an experience down the rabbit hole!

On the outside the Escape looks like one of many grand Victorian houses, perched on the Llandudno hills, but inside, the sleek décor transports the building to an ultra-modern, minimalist haven from the bitter cold of the seafront but with a psychedelic twist. I was visiting the North Wales coast over Easter, a whistle-stop tour calling at train destinations across the top of North Wales, and Llandudno’s pier, sea front and quaint town had been top of the list. Sadly the plan was only scuppered

by the Welsh weather and I was particularly glad of the warmth and comfort of the Escape’s welcome.

I was in Room 7 the showpiece was a hovering bed, levitating above a selection of remote controlled rainbow of lights, complemented by the expanse of the en-suite bathroom, and shower. Catching an imminent train meant I probably didn’t make the most of the homemade, locally sourced breakfast in the morning – I’d certainly like to take my time to ‘find myself’ next time at the Escape! ”

Escape Boutique B&B 48 Church Walks, Llandudno, LL30 2HL 01492 877776 www.escapebandb.co.uk Escape Boutique B&B

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Puravida Animal store.

Stay local with our extensive PURAVIDA ANIMAL STORE lifestyle summer range of animal Stay localand with accessories. our extensive summer clothing range of animal lifestyle clothing and accessories.

We have just taken our biggest

delivery of stock to date. Come We have just taken our biggest instore and check out our exciting delivery of stock to date. Come instore array of products from wallets, and check out our exciting array watches, clothing, hats, bags and of products from wallets, watches, much more! clothing, hats, bags and much more!

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GO OUTDOORS! Whether you are looking to hit the water this summer or stay on land we have everything you need to make the most of those long summer days with a range of wetsuits, scooters and skateboards from just ÂŁ29.99!

Something for all the kids and bigger kids too‌.

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

Pura Vida Boardriders Unit 2 Herbert Terrace, Penarth, CF64 2AH 029 2071 1946 www.puravidaboardriders.co.uk

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK: MON- SAT 10am-6pm SUNDAY 10am-4pm

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Photograph by Dave White

GET FIT PENARTH South Wales Paddle Boarding Club is supported by the council run White Water Centre, Puravida Boardriders and Brawd/Missfit Health and Fitness.

Jim from Puravida - “When photographer Dave White asked me if I could show him a few of the local spots we take out new paddlers and have a cruise ourselves, I thought, well that’s easy!

It’s all right on our doorstep, in fact it’s right on the doorstep of the entire population of Cardiff and the surrounding coastal towns like Penarth and Barry really. The entire Coast of South Wales has endless spots to get in for either a sheltered paddle or the perfect introduction into the waves. Locally for us, participation is the key and our main focus is to get new people into the sport and to make it as fun and easy as possible! From there some people just like to cruise while others are keen to get in the surf! The beauty is you can make it what you want and there is a really buzzing scene of new paddlers growing all the time”

The entire Coast of South Wales has endless

spots to get in for either a sheltered paddle or the perfect introduction into the waves.

Did you know that the tide is always in at Cardiff Bay? Well since the Barrage went in a long time ago now, it has created the perfect venue to learn to SUP or cruise the 2 major rivers that run all the way from the Valleys out to the Bay. Cardiff White Water Centre is the local base

Then there is Penarth where the Puravida shop is based. With high cliffs our seaside town has a really well sheltered beach front with a big pier and promenade all the way along. At high tide on a calm day it’s a great spot to paddle and the local riders often train here for a bit of coastal paddling and to take some more experienced paddlers out for a different view! There is a strong current to be aware of and it’s bumpy in rougher weather……being the coast it’s definitely a place to paddle with others as you get more experienced and always wear a leash!

A little further along the coast is Barry, if it’s flat water your after then South Wales SUP Club run ad-hoc sessions out of Barry Community Water Activity Centre BCWAC from the newly regenerated No 1 dock in Barry. Here complete beginners can practice in a safe environment and it’s a nice place to go if its too windy on the coast.

For those who want to experience a bit of SUP in coastal waters there are a number of beaches in and around Barry that can be used, however

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for a lot of water sports activities. There is a filtered fresh water pool to cover the basics, then you can paddle the Ely or Taff Rivers, and across the spectacular full tide Bay. It’s one of those places where you get a fully different perspective of Penarth & Cardiff than you would from the land!

due to the strong tides and rips you need a bit more local knowledge, but when you get the right conditions there is nothing more pleasant than seeing Barry Island from the Sea. Mark Lloyd - “Of course, if you are a more experienced paddler you can use the tides to your advantage and paddle around the point to the three main bays on the incoming or outgoing tide!! However, always paddle in at least pairs and have a phone. If conditions are tricky you should check in and out with the coast guard” South Wales Paddleboarding Club is organised

by Jim and Mark and is the best place to start and find your way around if you are a complete beginner or just want to meet up with other

paddlers for a cruise - www.sup-wales.com or call into the shop at Puravida, Herbert Terrace to find out more.

south wales paddle boarding club

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GET FIT PENARTH How busy are you really?!

It’s all GO GO GO! It does seem that we live in a world that is in a constant GO FASTER mode!

As a magazine editor, media coach and mum of two energetic boys my Go Faster mode is always on speed dial. When ever anyone asks me ‘How are you Tan?’ The answer is almost always ‘SO BUSY!’ So enough is enough and I’m trying to coach myself into finding a balance in life and this includes regular exercise.

I recently met up with John Bruno who is

10 week course - £50 For more information

promoting FAST CLASS

call John on 07976 769390 or book online

Over the past 6 months I have been promoting the Lynchpin Challenge which encourages my friends and clients to do at least 30 minutes of exercise every other day no matter what it involves. Funny how I’m the one promoting

www.personaltrainerscardiff.com What does this involve?

A personalised program catering for most

“This class is not just changing

fitness levels and the good news it just takes 8

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minutes of your time!! Yes you read it right...

the way I exercise and my life”

this and I’m actually finding it challenging to fit in 30 minutes of exercise each day. If it’s not magazine deadlines, client meetings, media workshops or hosting Business Women

Actor, Charles Dale Each week John Bruno will teach you a new exercise for you to build into your weekly routine.

Connect events there is the general life admin that we all have to attend to...I don’t have any spare minutes... however, there are NO excuses now!

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Nobody is too busy, it’s just a matter of priorities.

Why not make it a priority to GET FIT!

john bruno’s fast class

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By: Dyfri Owen - Director of PPP physio Gary, we have known each other for 16 years now as you were a prop for Cardiff RFC when I was their U21 physio. Where are you from originally and talk me through your rugby career?

I’m from Treorchy and I started playing for Treherbert from the age of 6 until I went to Llandovery to study my A-levels aged 16. I also played for Wales at every age group. Richmond RFC offered me a contract at 18 and that coincided with me going to Brunel University in London to study Sports Science. Richmond were then in the top flight of English rugby and they had some great Welsh players in their squad like Alan Bateman, Andy Moore, John Davies, Barry Williams and Scott and Craig Quinell.

Can you remember your first start as a pro player? Yes, it was against Northampton at the

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Madejski Stadium in Reading, our home ground.

At 19 years old I was up-against the South African 1995 Rugby World Cup winner Garry Pagel on the loosehead (a complete beast of a man) on that occasion I learnt lots.

Where did you go next then? I signed for Cardiff RFC in 1999 and that’s when I first met you! British Lion Dai Young was also there in my position so he was a great mentor and roll-model. I was at Cardiff RFC for 4 seasons and then I moved to the Leeds Tykes under Phil Davies. They had a solid team with a good work ethic and a great bunch of players and staff too. I then went on to sign for Gloucester.

They have an extremely passionate fans who really follow every game. The home games at Kingsholm where absolutely packed. It’s an amazing place to play rugby. I was there for 2 years in total and in that time we won the Challenge Cup beating London Irish in the final.

Dai Young was then head coach at Cardiff Blues so I signed for the region and they had just moved to Cardiff City Stadium. I really enjoyed playing my rugby in Wales again. I had 4 good years but unfortunately in 2010 I ruptured my Achilles against Leinster and that brought to an end my professional career.

You’ve lived in Penarth for ages now, how did you end up here? Back in 2000 I was looking to buy my first property in or near to Cardiff. The 38

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lofts above Windsor Arcade really caught my eye and I ending up buying one. Once you get used to everything Penarth has it’s very difficult to find anywhere to compare it to.

What do you like best about living in Penarth?

I love everything about the place. There seems to be a good mix of pubs, restaurants, coffee shops, the list goes on and on... You can also walk everywhere, to the beach, the pier, clifftops and across the barrage. I have 2 children Isabella and Freddie and it’s a great place to raise a family. I feel extremely lucky to have so much on our doorstep. We love walking our dog Tilly around Cosmeston. My wife Sophie works in Penarth as a teacher at Headlands school.

We also have a large circle of friends who live here who all have children of a similar age.

You mentioned you like eating and drinking.

Where are your favourite places? The Pilot is our local and they do a really good pint of Peroni and I really like their ham egg and chips.

The Golden Lion is always busy and it has a great atmosphere. El Puerto is a must for king prawns and steak and I like everything in Bar 44. As a family, we like to go to Lush’s butcher on a Saturday morning to buy chipolatas and we get fresh bread from Brutons bakery and then go home for some sandwiches. You also can’t beat Lushies minted lamb chops. As a family we also love popping into Hamptons for their great

What did you do with yourself after you retired from pro rugby? If I’m honest retiring from being a professional rugby player was a difficult period in my life and the transition took some time to adjust to. The loss of the camaraderie of the boys and the routine of training in the week and a game on the weekend. I spent some time on property development projects and I also co-invented a product call Pumppal which was a device that helps you fill your vehicle with fuel hands free, ideal for HGV drivers, people with large fuel tanks and people with hand disabilities. I got quite into biking - road and mountain but being an ex-prop I’m not quite physically designed for either. Not playing professional rugby also allowed me to fulfil my love of skiing and as a family we have driven to Chamonix for skiing holidays.

And you also have a relatively new business.

Yes, in June 2015 myself and my business partner and life-long friend Phil James set up Specialist Cars UK Ltd. We are both equally passionate about cars, we both had separate car business’s and we decided to join forces.

We keep between 20 and 30 cars in stock at our indoor showroom just off Ocean Way in Cardiff. We specialise in sports and prestige

cars. We always have something different in stock. We also provide a car sourcing service for clients with particular requirements; we offer a brokerage service to sell cars on behalf of clients along with a range of competitive finance packages. We also buy prestige, sports cars and classic cars direct from the owners. The business has been built up through friends and family and word of mouth and we plan to keep our customers by providing a really high quality service. We want to make buying a quality car an easy and stress free experience.

Have you ever fancied getting in to coaching?

It wasn’t something I was planning on doing but when Freddie joined the U6’s I kind of fell into the role. So now myself and James Thatcher are the proud coaches of the Penarth RFC U6’s. It was actually really daunting at the beginning trying to entertain loads of kids with their parents watching. I soon got to really enjoy it though and we are hoping to produce some fine Penarthian talent for the Wales International teams of the future.

I know you’ve recently played a bit of rugby again. How did that come about? I was taking my son Freddie to Penarth RFC to play for their under 6’s. Mike Claire asked me if I would play for their seconds against the Old Pens. I initially said no, it had been 6 years and I wasn’t sure that physically I could play. But Freddie was quite adamant he wanted to watch me so I

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sandwiches and cakes. We like to buy as many things as possible locally in Penarth.

It was probably easier to ask where I don’t like!

decided I would give it a go. It was a surreal experience being in a changing shed at the end of the pitch amongst a group of men I had never really met before, but as soon as I pulled my boots on it felt right. I played number 8 and managed to get across the line for a try. I absolutely loved it and it was really nice to be playing rugby for a bit of fun. The beauty of rugby is you can go into any rugby club in the world and come out with a new group of friends.

I’m good friends with Lee Jarvis who is head coach of Championship side Merthyr Tydfil RFC. He heard I’d played and gave me a call to come up. They had a good squad and were looking to gain promotion to the Principality Premiership.

I’d enjoyed that game so much I thought why not. I’m constantly telling my kids that anything is possible so from there I became a Merthyr RFC player and we have just gained promotion to the Premiership.

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Something old, something new…

With Wedding season upon us we get excited about not just creating new pieces for Brides and Grooms but being able to use old pieces to create new. Jewellery holds stories and sentiments, and what better way to continue creating romantic memories than reusing pieces that already hold history. Reworking old pieces of jewellery is something else that we are passionate about.

The Brief: To create a bespoke combined Wedding and Engagement ring, that will hold My Grandmothers beautiful 1.8ct Diamond.

“Thank you so much for my lovely wedding ring! I can’t believe how perfect it is. I think you got it spot on, you seemed to know exactly what I wanted, especially as I didn’t. Roll on May when I can wear it forever” Laura Tunwell

Old to new the process

Beautiful Bespoke ring using a Family stone

Established in 2009 Northern Star Bespoke Jewellery has flourished to become a multi award winning jeweller in the heart of Penarth.

We are passionate about what we do and with over 20 years’ experience in the Jewellery trade including; CAD designing, Gem setting, Goldsmithing, Silversmithing and Valuing, complimented with over 20 years’ experience in building customer relationships we have a winning combination that allows us to stand apart from the rest.

able to keep you completely involved in all the stages of the design. With our direction, we will help you chose your diamonds and gemstones and your precious metal. You will see your CAD 3D photo finish design of your jewellery piece before watching it ‘grow’ as a 3d WAX model and being able to offer a variety of skills in house, allows us to boast that the majority of work gone into creating the final piece happens here in Penarth.

The design and creation process, and building lasting relationships with our Customers is equally important to us. Whether we are re working your old jewellery to create something new, or working with an idea you have, we are

We are proud to be able to offer the below in house skills • • • •

CAD Matrix 8.0 software Envisiontec 3D Printing Gem setting Goldsmith

Forging long-term customer relationships is important to us. We value your feedback and would love to hear from you.

Northern Star Bespoke Jewellery

8 Windsor Arcade, Penarth, CF64 1JA 029 2070 9707 info@northernstarjewellery.co.uk www.northernstarjewellery.co.uk @NorthernStarMat

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Thinking of cleaning your DrivewaY, Deck, Patio and Paving this Summer?

After

Like everything else about the house, from time to time your driveway, decking, patio and paving will need a good clean.

Before ValeJetClean cleans driveways, patios, decks and paving professionally yourself. We'll jet-wash away all the moss, weeds and grime that can accumulate over time so that all the outside areas you use throughout the year are spic and span and looking as good as new.

Contact us today to arrange to arrange a free no-obligation quotation.

Telephone: 02920 700571 or 07767 310618.

Email: info@valejetclean.co.uk visit: valejetclean.co.uk Follow us on twitter @valejetclean

These are ‘before and after’ cleaning pictures of a typical block paved driveway. We’re confident you’ll be delighted make at your property.

Specialising in the sales & Purchasing of pre owned sports, prestige and 4x4 vehicles 7 & 8 LEWIS COURT, 50 PORTMANMOOR ROAD, CARDIFF, CF24 5HQ 02920 485080 WWW.SPECIALISTCARS.UK.COM

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admin you the flexibility that you need to fit

with your business and your budget.

“The best is not necessarily the most expensive, but the least expensive is hardly ever the best.” - Ian Norton Does your Business require: A New Mobile Phone Contract?

An updated Telephone System?

A faster Broadband Service?

If the answer is ‘YES’ then we can make sure the decision you make is the right one for your Business & your Budget, now & for the future.

INDEPENDENT TELECOMS ADVICE AT NO CHARGE & NO OBLIGATION Visit www.bridgecall.co.uk for more information about our Services, Clients & Testimonials.

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Time Saving: Time is money - your working time is precious so why spend valuable time doing tasks that can easily be delegated, outsourcing your admin tasks could help with your day to day workload. Decide what is important for you to do and let Bespoke

bridgecall 2 Chandlers Way, Penarth Marina, CF64 1SP 07917 855856 029 2070 3651 www.bridgecall.co.uk info@bridgecall.co.uk

Admin do the rest to ease your work pressures.

No Unpleasant Surprises: You only pay for the work Bespoke Admin does - no payroll, tax, NI, holiday or sickpay, just an invoice to pay.

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Business Life an exciting new service is coming soon to lynchpin media wales...

a fun 4 week sales & marketing course

Whether you have just launched your business and need some direction or you just need to polish up on your marketing skills this course could just be the ticket.

WEEK 1 - June 20th The benefits of mind mapping for business WEEK 2 - June 28th Back to basics of sales & marketing strategies WEEK 3 - July 7th Collaborating is the new networking - the benefits WEEK 4 - July 14th Social Media Management - how to be social

All workshops are an hour long with time to collaborate before and after. Arrival time is 6pm and we should be wrapped up by 8pm.

Each workshop is ÂŁ65.00 per person or ÂŁ200 per

All you need to bring is your notebook or laptop and place your coffee and cake order with us.

info@lynchpinmediawales.co.uk. To book your place

person for the 4 week course For more information please email go to www.businesswomenconnect.co.uk/events

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PENARTH TYRES PREMIUM & BUDGET TYRE RETAILER

Cardiff Safe Deposits

Jelf Insurance Brokers

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Cardiff Safe Deposit is a privately owned safe deposit service. In response to the banks’ closure of safe deposit boxes it recently opened in central Cardiff to accommodate and secure personal or business valuables.

With so many small business owners in Penarth, I increasingly worry about how vulnerable they are to hacking or loss of data they control. It’s not just big businesses that are under threat.

In fact, SMEs are seen as a much easier target than big multinational companies who have checks in place to ensure that their data is safe.

While you might not think your data is valuable, it almost certainly is to someone. For companies whose data is stolen, the costs are potentially huge in terms of rectifying the breach and repairing reputational damage. The average British business affected by hacking loses abo £4,000 and two thirds of all cyber attacks are on businesses with 11-100 employees.

With competitive prices, convenient opening hours (including Saturday) and no need to book, our service is here to get you back on the road in no time. Based on Station Road, we’re conveniently located near Penarth town shops and Penarth train station. We offer a wide range of budget, mid-range and premium tyres, and we also stock wiper blades, bulbs and batteries.

To save you the time and hassle of checking your tyres yourself, we also offer a FREE tyre check. Simply pop in and we’ll be at your service!

Alternatively, visit www.penarthtryes.com to find out more and to keep updated with our offers.

Jelf insurance brokers Catherine Richards 07841 213716 Catherine.richards@jelfgroup.com

PENARTH TYRES 28a Station Road, CF64 3EP www.penarthtyres.com 029 2115 2954 07539 622284

The state-of-the-art facility has been created under the strict guidelines of the Crime Prevention Services including:- • European certified free-standing six-sided vaults • antiballistic • fire proof • seismic sensors • Grade 4 alarm system • CCTV • 24/7 monitoring Flexible pricing and arrangements. The premises is open 7 days a week.

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Your local insurance experts Make sure your personal and business insurances are as well protected as you this Summer If you think you would benefit from a free insurance review on your personal or business insurances, why not get in touch.

As an award-winning insurance broker, we have the means and enthusiasm to ensure your cover is tailored to your specific personal or business needs.

To find out more call Catherine Richards on 07841 213716 or email catherine.richards@jelfgroup.com

Catherine Richards 07841213716 @insurepenarth catherine.richards@jelfgroup.com Jelf Insurance Brokers Ltd* (Reg No. 0837227), Jelf Wellbeing Ltd* (Reg No. 2647586), Jelf Financial Planning Ltd* (Reg No. 3072281) and Jelf Commercial Finance Ltd (Reg No. 4333281) are part of Jelf Group plc (Reg No. 2975376) and are all registered in England and Wales at Hillside Court, Bowling Hill, Chipping Sodbury, BS37 6JX. *Authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). Not all products and services offered are regulated by the FCA.

What’s On My Bookshelf In each issue a Griffin Books customer shares 3 recommended reads. Here is Kathryn Eastman’s selection:

Time For You Cleaning ONE-OFF CLEAN: Is your home or office in need a belated Spring Clean? Are you moving home or maybe hosting a party? Whatever the occasion, let our dedicated team take care of the cleaning for you.

REGULAR CLEAN: Are you too busy to clean the house? Perhaps you are no longer able to cope? Or maybe you just hate cleaning.

We clean so you don’t have to! We introduce 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! Life is too short to spend your time cleaning!

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The Portable Veblen

by Elizabeth McKenzie Set in Palo Alto with an optimistic heroine, who looks for life advice from her resident grey squirrel, this novel covers Veblen’s relationship with her fiancé Paul, family dynamics, and a wide range of modern issues.

Deservedly shortlisted for the Bailey’s Women’s Prize for Fiction.

Used to Be by Elizabeth Baines - This fascinating collection by a very fine short story writer looks at the what-if’s in life: memory, choices and the untold stories behind what we see. Full of excellent observations and well worth your time.

The Finding of Martha Lost by Caroline Wallace - Abandoned as a baby, Martha waits in Liverpool Lime Street’s lost property office, until one day she starts receiving letters prompting her to solve her own mystery. Martha is an endearing main character and the writing fizzles with magic, humour and warmth from the very beginning.

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

Summer Classes Get Fit With Our Summer Classes PILATES: beginner 4 week course £35 Teaching you the principles of Pilates for a healthy mobile back. Thursday 6pm. Start dates in June, check our website.

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

Wednesday 8pm HOT YOGA: beginner 5 week course £40 Saturday 10am & Sunday 10am Start dates in June, check our website.

SATURDAY CIRCUIT: 30mins £6 per class Full body circuit, working at your own level for an intense workout.

Saturday 8.30-9am (book online) JOHN BRUNO TOTAL TRAINING 87 Glebe Street, Penarth, CF64 1EF 07976 769390 johnbrunototaltraining.com @johnbrunofit

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Challenge Wales

We’re a boutique graphic design agency based in Penarth. Yay! Ahoy! Challenge Wales is a local charity working with young people (12 – 25 years) teaching life skills through sailing adventures with all these voyages subsidised for Welsh residents. Aged 18 – 75? Then jump aboard on one of our adult fundraising voyages!

For 16 – 25 year olds: Tall Ships Racing (heavily funded for 16 – 25 year olds!) - Voyages for groups & schools - Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Gold Residential - Adventure voyages from 2 – 16 days. cahllenge wales

Adult only voyages: Big Boat Sailing Experiences - Round the Island Race, Cowes - Corporate teambuilding - Volunteer as crew

20 Glebe Street, Penarth, CF64 1EE 029 20 704657 www.challengewales.org

YOUR DREAMS — R E R A OU DREAMS

We work with ambitious locals, national charities and everyone in between to communicate their message with clarity both online and offline.

So whether you’re in need of a quirky website with all the trimmings or some shiny new business cards to impress your customers, we’ve got you covered…

reservations@challengewales.org

No sailing experience required so broaden your horizons today!

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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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premises and mourners are welcome at any time to pay their respects.

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

business, we offer a personal service where we like to think of ourselves as more than just a funeral service, but more of a friend to the family.”

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 - £3275, Barry - £3450 Burial Penarth Cemetery - £3295 Includes: Hearse, One Limousine, Coffin, Robe, Plate, Bearers, Burial, Cremation, Church Minister, Doctors Fees.

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Gift Shop Launches Online

Child Portraits & Weddings

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In June, Penarth’s Polka Dot Door who are celebrating their 3rd anniversary, will launch their first online gift shop. The website will include information about the unique products available at the boutique, as well as a click-andcollect service on a number of items. This will allow customers to easily reserve items online to be collected at a convenient time.

I am a child portrait and wedding photographer based in Penarth. I try to creat unique images what you can not find at a high street studio.

They all look the same. Outdoor sessions can allow me to be more creative. I love to style the child portrait session and you can choose from lovely dresses and accessories.

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Shop and brand news will also be available on the website, in addition to an ongoing blog which will include features on new products, interior trends and news about gift industry. We hope to see you online as well as instore! mortgage search go PO Box 243, Penarth CF64 9FH 02920 711809 www.mortgagesearchgo.com @MtgSearchGo

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So if you like my images and my style, I would love to hear from you.

Mini Session ÂŁ115 - 4 high resolution digital files + 4 7x5 prints (same as digitals) and 20% off any additional purchases Tunde katona photography www.tundekatonaphotography.com info@tundekatonaphotography.com @TundeKatona tunde_katona

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At long last, summer is finally here…which means lighter nights and (hopefully) warmer days!

There are so many exciting events that are coming up in Penarth! There are lots to do with the family that will keep the children entertained and there are lots to do as an individual or couple also.

by Charlotte Morgan

Penarth Summer Festival The annual Summer festival takes place between the 7th and 17th July, with the highly anticipated carnival day taking place on Saturday 16th July. During this event packed 10 days, there is something for everyone to do - including the downhill derby, carnival, vintage car parade, firework display as well as the esplanade being lined with stalls from local businesses and charities. There’s no denying that the people in Penarth love the festival from young to old. When discussing it, everyone seems excited about it. “One of the highlights 54

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of the summer on the seafront is the Penarth festival on carnival day, there is always such a wonderful atmosphere and everyone gets together for fun and laughter. The ever-popular downhill derby is a must!” - Denise, Penarth

The PIER CINEMA If you have not yet been to the Cinema that’s located inside of the pier, there is lots on for you to watch in the confines of your own town!

The cinema that seats 70, also has inside facilities such as a café bar open until 7:30 and drinks can be taken into the cinema with you. If you are a frequent visitor or it’s your first time,

visit the Penarth Pavilion website for current viewings and other news about the Pavilion.

Paget Room events The Paget Rooms are home to concerts of all kinds throughout the year. On the 7th of July – which is the start of the Summer festival events you can find is the magnificent Kenneth Branagh Live: Romeo and Juliet. Tickets range from £10-£12.50. Tickets available by phoning 029 2071 3200 or visiting www.ticketsource.co.uk/ buytickets On the 8th July, ‘A tribute to Queen: A night at

Lifestyle the opera’ will be at the Paget Rooms. Tickets £12 book early to avoid disappointment!

Penarth Handmade Market Calling all parents and children! Penarth’s handmade market will be this year at the Paget Rooms on the 26th June. This time it has a children’s theme and there will be a massive 43 stalls available, along with chances for children to get creative, or for both adults and children to sit down and enjoy the vintage popup tearoom.

This is not an event to be missed, and suits all ages!

Ppodd Contemporary Market Based in the Paget Rooms on the 12th June, Ppodd contemporary market will be a pop up markert of carefully curated quality stalls.

There will be a mixture of items available such as artisan food, craft beer, jewellery, designermakers, contemporary home accessories, workshops, great tunes and lots more. This is Ppodd’s launch market so pop down to show your support and it’s only £1 on the door!

support of our local businesses and the public to make it the best one ever!

Women’s Football Training

Sat 11th –Sun 12th June – two day coastal voyage for 16 – 25 year olds, from Penarth to the Seafair Haven Maritime Festival in Milford Haven - £10* (*includes bursary).

Get fit and enjoy the light evenings this summer at women’s football training. The girls train once a week at headlands school astro turf pitch.

The group is recently formed, at beginner level and accessible to all. The practice is based around fitness and fun at the moment, with the aim to compete in the future. Football boots not essential!

Music in the Park

Every Thursday - 6.30 - 7.30pm - Headlands School, Penarth - £4 pitch fee per session - 18+

Belle Vue’s ‘Music in the Park’ event has been running for 8 years and continues to go from strength to strength. This year’s fun will be held on Sunday 10th July and we look forward to the

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Penarth Town Council presents: The Penarth Summer Festival 2016 7th – 17th July 2016 Following the enormous success of the 50th Anniversary of the festival in 2015, this year’s Summer Festival has had a lot to match up to. However this year’s programme of events is even better and contains a wide variety of activities including, live music, exhibitions, drama, cinema, theatre, community interest, the Holiday Ball and many other interesting community events. All these truly wonderful events could not take place without the strong community spirit that exists in Penarth and our wonderful organisations that add such variety to the programme. The Summer Festival Programme will also have a stronger online

Lifestyle presence this year but printed copies will be made available. An interactive map is being developed to highlight the events and activities taking place on Carnival Day. Carnival Day on 16th July has so much to offer, the sunshine has been booked and many activities have been arranged for the day.

We’re really excited to inform you that Carnival Day will be bigger and better this year. The funfair rides, stage entertainment, bbqs, go kart track and classic cars will be located at the Cliff top while the Esplanade will be home to more traditional activities with food, acoustic music and deckchairs. The Downhill Derby (one of the greatest spectacles in the Vale) will take place in the afternoon on Cliff Hill complete

with even more fiendish obstacles. Windsor gardens (South) will be turned into a Petting Zoo for the children complete with Donkey rides.

The Kymin will host the Youth Event and offer an exciting dimension for the young people of Penarth.

Free festival buses (x2) will run throughout the day servicing the town centre, clifftop, esplanade and outer areas of Penarth. It is a ‘hail and ride’ service so hop on when you wish along the route.

Roll Displays by the Coastguard and Police Helicopter with Penarth’s RNLI will take place in the afternoon at high tide, water-ski displays will also feature during the afternoon. The historic Summer Festival Parade complete with

the classic cars will grace the event and entries for the parade are welcome with this year’s theme being Roald Dahl to mark the Centenary celebrations taking place throughout Wales.

The Italian Garden will host a ‘mini’ Picnic Penarth and local traders will provide great seasonal food and other refreshments.

The new and spectacular fireworks seen last year will again light the sky to mark the end of the event off the pier. Great vantage points to view the fireworks are: the Esplanade, Cliff Top and Penarth Head.

For more information about this year’s summer festival please visit the Town Council website www.penarthtowncouncil.gov.uk.

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creative industries anyone who can do that and survive in this climate is an inspiration! There’s an American jeweller called Todd Reed who is a huge inspiration in his work model and his designs. He makes high end luxury gold jewellery with rough diamonds and employs over 20 jewellers and 31 other staff.

the Business Women Penarth hub is booming and founder Tanya Lynch recently met up with one of the regular members Anne Morgan to find out more about her business journey so far...

What are your tips for balancing life while running a business? Making Lists, finishing lists and then making more lists! Having a supportive husband and family has been amazing. A shared calendar on our iphones is also a life saver! And being able to delegate jobs is a must, but equally the hardest thing to do with your own business.

Who inspires you? There’s too many people to mention. There are so many people and small companies all doing such a great job in the

How do you brainstorm your new designs?

Designs usually come quite organically and naturally. I’m quite a messy maker so I have lots of half made things on my bench and stones to play with. It’s a case of picking things up and composing a design with them. A quick sketch or a photograph means I won’t forget it.

Tell us about the other designers you collaborate with? The dialogue I have with my makers and collegues is invaluable. To be able to bounce ideas off each other has been great to push designs and ideas on. Most designer makers I know work on their own in little studios with little contact with the outside world. To get together with each other is so helpful. In the non jewellery field I have worked with Sarah J Evans a photographer from the Vale. Usually Sarah is a baby and family photographer. Together we have experimented with jewellery and photography and created some amazing shots that help us both in our businesses.

What’s next for Anne Morgan Jewellery?

Things have been very manic since opening in October, in a good way, that I’ve only just begun to think what the future can hold for us. My own work continues to develop and grow and I’m investing in materials for some more luxury high end pieces to showcase in the gallery.

I’m constantly sourcing new makers to show work here and I’ll be implimenting an exhibition programme to showcase more designers soon. with sample sales and trunk shows. I have a room that once renovated can be hired out for classes for creative subjects including jewellery making. I have a great team around me and business is booming and evolving all the time, I’m more than happy with the direction its heading.

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Picnic Penarth Celebrates the best street food, drink and live music from around South Wales. Photos by Tunda Katona.

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Penarth Quays Marina Open Day Fun event in Penarth Marina included The Matthew Historic Tall Ship, watersport demos, BBQ and live music. Photos by Tunde Katona.

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Pe nar t h Peo p l e Un c ove r e d What can’t you live without? Mobile phone; pager; chicken tikka dry from Jaflon!

Biggest temptation: Buying sweets from Umpa Lumpa sweet shop in the arcade - owned by my wife.

Best life moment? The birth of my children, Jessica and Charlie.

Jason Dunlop Age: 44 Occupations: Director of Cloud Consultancy and Lifeboat Operations Manager at Penarth Lifeboat station.

Best known for: Work with Penarth Lifeboat station.

First claim to fame: Part of the flood rescue team that won the emergency services award at Pride of Britain awards 2013.

Favourite past time: Spending time with my family and border terrier, Willow.

What would a typical day in your life involve?

Day at the office in Cardiff Bay meeting clients; skyping our office in South Africa. Tweeting about the latest technology. Chatting to the lifeboat crew or fellow Governors at Fairfield Primary School. Sharing a meal with my wife and children.

Favourite gems of Penarth?

The Busy Teapot. Windsor Fruit Store. Dave the Barber. The Esplanade.

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What do you love most about the Penarth?

The sense of community. The seafront.

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How has Penarth changed over the years?

There is a growing sense of community spirit, developed by a number of excellent events held throughout the year - Summer festival; Picnic Penarth; Belle Vue Music Festival to name but a few.

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