Wye Local Issue 100 February 2015 by Lisa Marie Badham

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February 2015 • Issue 100 The community magazine covering Hay, Talgarth and the surrounding villages

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What’s On Listings Activity Ideas Days Out • Articles Recipes • Puzzles Competitions Book Reviews ... Looking for inspiration for February Half Term?

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Competition Winner of January competition: Jackie Andrews, Hay-on-Wye

Welcome to our 100th issue! What a milestone. If the team weren’t so busy I’d organise a meeting for us to reflect, to take a look at past issues, improvements made ... But deadlines are deadlines and our priorities are getting Wye Local out by the 1st of the month, every month. We have some great new advertisers joining us this month: the Festival of British Cinema inform you of their upcoming Borderlines Film Festival, Haydn Jones offers some vocal coaching, Bryngwyn Riding Centre, try something new or improve your riding; Décor Solutions for your painting and decorating needs, Chen style Tai Chi is due to start in Hay on Wye, Wye Valley Autos offers car sales, servicing and repairs; ATK Removals who are specialists in removals and storage and Mill Cottage Interiors are opening in Talgarth. Don’t of course forget our regular advertisers offering their local services or products. Support locally! You heard it here last month - our Car Boot Sales will commence April 2015, changing location to Gwernyfed High School with a new afternoon slot. Please turn to page 48 for the list of dates and other important information. Remember to spread the word that each one will be guaranteed to take place. With an indoor option not even the British weather can touch us this year! We are currently looking for Stewards to join our team, if you are available on some or all of the dates, please get in touch for more information. I myself will have my hands full with a new arrival ... For those who haven’t seen me recently, I can be found waddling! Baby Badham is due April this year! My step son James is very excited, hoping for a little brother. Cariad on the other hand is a tad confused, she has announced the baby will be called Boy Badham Sister! The team will update you once he or she makes their safe arrival. Enjoy, Lisa Marie Badham x (Photo above: Cariad & Lisa Marie Badham)

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HIGHLIGHTS

We also produce a similar publication for the town of Brecon and the surrounding villages – Local Beacon. Just like this magazine the aim is to support local businesses and services. The good news is, if you are unable to pick up your copy of the Local Beacon in the local catchment area, you can view it on our website from the beginning of each month. Some of the many topics included in Local Beacon, February issue: - George Hotel Restaurant Review - First Aid Training - News from our local Party Representatives and much more! Just go to www.localbeacon.co.uk and click on the small image of the front cover ...

March 7th The Gourmet Gardener Cooks a Spring Tasting Menu £25 March 29th Baking Class Sweet treats for Easter £65/£125

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News from Talgarth by Cllr. William Powell Powys County Councillor for Talgarth As I draw together my thoughts for this month’s column, we are experiencing a cold snap of traditional January weather and blizzard warnings, in what has so far been an incredibly mild, wet winter. Even those who yearn for traditional, old fashioned winters would concede that the milder conditions are better for families in terms of heating costs - as well as for the farmers, whose fodder stocks have been holding out better this year. 2015 has started on a positive note for Talgarth, with the Town Council setting a precept for the coming financial year which will enable us to proceed with key projects such as taking on the custodianship of King George V Sports Pavilion and the associated leisure facilities, as well as the town centre toilets both from Powys County Council. I commend our Mayor, Cllr Andy Lord, and fellow Town Councillors for having the courage to step up to the plate in order to safeguard these facilities for the wider community. The dilemmas faced by Powys County Council in these financially stringent times also confront local authorities throughout Wales - and it is heartening to see our Town Council taking on a genuine leadership role, without placing an undue burden on local residents. Once again, as a community, we are at our best when we stand united to protect those things that we value the most. As we turn our calendars to February, the senior citizens of Talgarth & District will once again be looking forward to the weekly Luncheon Club, whose volunteers have had a well deserved rest during January. At a time when Day Centres and Meals on Wheels for our senior citizens throughout Powys are under threat, it is remarkable that we have a resilient group of volunteers, who provide such a quality service free of public subsidy. As Talgarth

Luncheon Club enters its New Year, I once again salute their efforts. Another example of volunteering in our community, which we should never take for granted, is the sterling work of our retained fire fighters. Here in Talgarth, as in Crickhowell and Hay on Wye, generations have given selflessly of their time to safeguard others in the face of danger. As I know from recent first hand experience, their service is second to none. There are currently opportunities to join the team here in Talgarth - if interested, pop into the Fire Station any Tuesday between 7 and 9pm to find out more. This month also sees the Brecknock YFC’s 68th Annual Drama/Pantomime Festival. It kicks off on Monday, 9th February at Theatr Brycheiniog and culminates in the Gala Evening on Saturday, 14th. It is always a feast of entertainment, once again made possible by volunteers - the Club leaders, but also many other locals who come forward to offer their time and skills. I am looking forward to attending myself but, like you, I will need to move quickly to secure a ticket. The President of Brecknock YFC is none other than Talgarth’s own Cllr Andrew Bufton - and I am sure that he will also be delighted to welcome you to Theatr Brycheiniog during the week. In the meantime, if you have any feedback, issue of concern or if I can help you in any way, please do not hesitate to contact me on 07703 112113 or by email: william.powell@wales.gov.uk Alternatively, you can pop into Talgarth Tourist Information and Resource Centre (TiRC) at any time. My next advice surgery takes place there on Friday 6th February from 5:00pm – no appointment is necessary. Best wishes, William

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News from Glasbury Ward by Chris Davies Powys County Councillor for Glasbury As I sit down to write this month’s edition changes are afoot in County Hall. It now appears that there is a new ‘coalition’ forming between the Independent Groups aiming to run the authority – until the next change! Since becoming a County Councillor in May 2012 I have seen many changes at Llandrindod and I hope that this one will offer the stability that we badly need. You can be assured that I will be watching this situation very closely and taking action when needed. One matter which we are currently looking at is the Budget for the next financial year. Ideas are being put forward which will affect us all and I look forward to seeing the proposals and voting accordingly. Our Town and Community Councils are also looking at their precepts and I hope to see During the month of February, Liz and I look forward to visiting many events. Included in these are both the Radnorshire and the Breconshire finals of the

YFC’s Pantomime’s. There is enormous talent with our young members and I have no doubt that this year will again produce the high standard that we have come to expect. I am also very pleased that Llanigon YFC will be hosting this year’s Breconshire Rally in Felindre in June. With the General Election on May 7th I am now on the campaign trail full time and trying to reach into every part of Brecon & Radnorshire, which just happens to be the largest constituency in England and Wales. I look forward to seeing you on my rounds but please don’t forget that should you have a matter that needs my attention, don’t hesitate to get in touch. Contact me on any matter: 07855 752110 or email: cllr.chris.davies@powys.gov.uk Best wishes Chris

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Gardening Column

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Classes starting Tuesday 10th February 2015 6pm-7pm First night 6pm-8pm GALANTHUS – “SNOWDROPS” In the eyes of many gardeners, the Snowdrop is the real sign that spring is just around the corner, flowering as they do in late winter.There is no better sight in the short, cold days of February than the white, nodding flower heads and the narrow, strap-like, grey-green leaves of the Snowdrop. They are equally at home in rockeries, troughs, beneath trees and shrubs and on woodland edges where they will quickly naturalise. They can be planted as dormant bulbs in September or October as long as they have not been allowed to dry out excessively but most people have more success with bulbs already in growth or by dividing congested clumps once flowering is over in March or April. This “planting in the green” is a great way to establish large, eye catching drifts of colour which will light up those dark winter days. The common Snowdrop, Galanthus nivalis, has single flowers with a green mark at the tip of each inner petal but there are lots of other varieties now available, some with double flowers and others with green markings on different parts of the petals. Make sure that your garden contains at least a few of these “harbingers of Spring” but don’t forget that there are also many other early flowering bulbs such as the lovely, yellow flowered Winter Aconite, the dwarf Narcissi such as “February Gold” and Crocuses in a range of colours from white, through cream and yellow to blue and purple. Article supplied by The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks

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What is your detoxification potential? Looking at it from a chemical perspective, much of what goes on in the body is fairly simple: Substances are broken down, built up and turned from one thing into another. 80% of this involves detoxifying potentially harmful substances. Most of that work is undertaken by the liver, which is effectively a clearing house, able to recognise millions of potentially harmful chemicals, transforming them into something harmless that can then be eliminated - is it just me that thinks the liver is a seriously clever piece of kit!? We often think of the liver processing toxins from what we ingest. Whilst it does do that, it does a whole lot more besides; Many toxins come from within the body itself. Every thought, every breath and every action we take and make can create toxins. These internal toxins are called endo-toxins whilst the external toxins are called exo-toxins. The endo-toxins have to be disarmed in exactly the same way as the exo-toxins.

Whether a substance is bad for you depends as much on your ability to be able to detoxify it as it is on its inherent toxic properties. It may help to encourage you to think of certain substances as exceeding your capacity to detoxify them as opposed to thinking of them as ‘bad’ foods/ drinks as that just conjures negative connotations. Our livers are amazing organs but despite their cleverness in helping us to reach a relatively cleansed state, please don’t take the mickey. For the more we give the liver to do (I like to call it buffering), the less it can devote to such things as fat loss, and feeling brilliant. Help it out! If you’d like to do my free, safe 2 day liver de-tox (although I also allow 5 days to come off caffeine slowly first), please e-mail me: cat@gymandtonichay.co.uk – you can use this for life – every month or so. Over time you’ll start to live the life your liver will love you for! No obligation. Article supplied by Cat Lawford, Gym & Tonic Health Club

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Forge Framing & Gallery, Studio 6 The Craft Centre, Oxford Road Hay on Wye, HR3 5DG

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The creative Jonathan Buck, owner of Forge Framing and Gallery has now been in business at Hay Craft Centre since March 2014. His loyal customers from the old shop in Eardisley, as well as many new customers from the Hay area are keeping him busy so itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pretty much non-stop all the time. Due to the high volume of framing work for clients he has taken on the experienced and talented framer Louis English, and on a part-time basis, Stacey Wilding, who herself has been a Local Talent subject in a previous issue of Wye Local.

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A huge selection of framing mouldings from as little as ÂŁ15 can be purchased here. Plain wood in numerous colours and a number of handmade and hand finished products. Glass too, in various grades, all the way up to museum quality. Forge Framing is now framing for a number of prestigious galleries. However their core business is based on framing for local clients. e.g. Prints, photographs, oil paintings, fabrics, medals, sports shirts, in fact anything really that will fit into a frame! This year they plan to upgrade the Gallery side of the business; i.e. installing new lighting and improved display systems and to decorate the exterior of the property. As a local business Jonathan strives to make the process of framing a cherished item a pleasant and fun experience. They never pressure anyone into making a decision. Patience and empathy is very important to them. Do pay them a visit and experience for yourself. I am sure you will not be disappointed.

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Get to really know.......... Name: Aubrey Fry. Place of birth? Brecon War Memorial Hospital. Where do you live now? Hay-on-Wye. Marital status? Married to Clare since 2011. Occupation? Partner @ Want to Canoe? since 2014 (Formerly Paddles & Pedals). Children? Not yet. Pets? A Cocker Spaniel called Morgan. What was your favourite childhood television programme? Grange Hill. Are you a collector of anything? Music on all formats. If you could be any animal, what would you be and why? A Buzzard because they rule the roost. If you could have any superpower, what would it be? I would be able to fly, it’s my second favourite mode of transport, canoeing being my first! What is usually your first thought when you wake up? Whats for breakfast? What do you usually think about right before falling asleep? Whats for breakfast? Do you believe in ghosts? Yes. Most exciting thing you’ve won? £10 on the loto. Two lessons life has taught you? Don’t eat yellow snow & Don’t be a ‘can’t’! What makes you grumpy? Small minded people. Teenage crush? Jet from Gladiators, she was a right sort! You’re given one million pounds, what do you spend it on? I would give 50% to charity, 25% on property, 12.5% on cars, 6.25% on my business and the rest on the wife. Have any bad habits? I drink to many fizzy drinks. Do you believe in the afterlife? Yes. What book would you recommend to others? The Churchill Factor by Boris Johnson. Best present ever received? My pedal-power John Dear Tractor and matching dumper truck given to me by my father for my second ever christmas! List one thing you wish you could change about yourself: How much I spend on trainers. If you could visit anywhere in the world, where would you go? I would go to Argentina, I love beef

and wine! List five goals on your life’s todo list: Own a restaurant, Own a Harley Davidson, Ride across the USA on said Harley, Canoe down the Northwest Territories, east of the Yukon and learn to kite surf. Name one regret you have: don’t have them, life is far to short. Name one thing you miss about being a kid: fishing with my dad. Name one thing you love about being an adult: Having the best wife in the world. What’s your favourite song of the moment? This is a hard one… Music is so important to me, the sheer quantity of music I digest on a weekly basis makes this one that I almost cant answer. It’s a toss-up between ‘Nils Frahm - Familiar’ or ‘London Grammar - If You Wait (Jacques Lu Cont Remix)’ mood dependent, but both have what I would call “heavy cuts” :-) What’s your favourite song of all time? Even more difficult… probably…. ‘Talking Heads - Once In a Lifetime’ which brings a tear to my eye as the first note is played. What’s your favourite thing to do on a Saturday night? Go with the flow. What’s your favourite thing to do on a Sunday afternoon? Netflix (IPTV, on demand movies). Have any hidden talents? I can, amazingly.. actually cook a mean meal! I had a great teacher for a while (Mr Winstone) who inspired me and taught me in a classic french style. I love food and we have the most amazing produce in this area, so I make a meal of it daily. What would be your dream job? CEO of EMI or Sony Music. If you HAD to change your name, what would you change it to? Obie What have you done today to make you feel proud? Woke up without a hangover. Sum yourself up in five words: Life & Soul, HumanWindmill, Boris.

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The Thoughts of a Greengrocer Already one month into 2015 - I have noticed that all the adverts and articles regarding food and ready meals are slanted to either imply or actually state as proven that the product is wonderfully good for the health and will save you from who knows what diseases or conditions. I tend to be sceptical about some of these claims. All fruit and vegetables eaten either raw or correctly cooked are good for you any harm comes from over indulging in one or two areas and not taking a balanced diet. As for the ready meals I can only suggest that you read in detail the tiny print that lists all the added chemicals and judge for yourself which of these are good for you. The fresh veg available at this time of year runs along the root vegetables and brassica lines. Both of these are readily available so far this winter and are of good quality and I would suggest cheaper than previous years. Fruit is harder to find without going for the imported items among which are the oranges. This has been an excellent year for citrus fruit with lovely blood oranges now around along with some beautiful large Navel oranges. By the time you are reading this article the Seville oranges will be running down. So far they have been very good and certainly cheaper than last year. Any day now I expect to see Florida Pink Grapefruit in the market - I am assured that they have sailed and are almost here.

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Last November someone asked me about fresh root Turmeric - a rarity indeed at the time. However, I have been lucky and can now get it. It is a relative of the ginger family and you can see the similarity when they are side by side.This is something that has many health claims made for it and I, for one, cannot say how much truth there is in them. Certainly it is good in cooking particularly curries and yellow rice dishes. It can be added to juices and, indeed, one can get the juice from it using a garlic press. If anybody else has an idea about something that they would like to get then please let me know and I will see what I can do. Article supplied by Stuart Pritchard

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Put a spring in your step We are now in February and spring will be here before you know it. The harsh winter weather tends to dry out our skin and leaves us feeling dull and dry. Put the spring back into your step this month by giving yourself a pamper session. Rejuvenate and recharge your batteries and make yourself feel wonderful. Either book into a beauty salon or spa or do it at home. I give you permission – in fact I am asking you to. Home pamper session: 1. Take a nice hot shower or aromatherapeutic bath. Add some bath salts or a natural rose geranium bath bom. 2. Use an exfoliating cloth, (natural sisal is good) – brush or sponge and scrub your whole body. Brush towards your heart to get your lymphatic system flowing. Brush your arms, legs, chest etc. Concentrate on elbows, heels and knees.You could even use a dry buffing brush or clean nail brush. 3. This is the fun bit. Get your favourite body lotion or body butter; (body butter is perfect for after the bath when the body is warm) and slather on. 4. Drink a nice glass of water and rest for 10 mins. Article by Jacqueline Kennett. Sources: flylady.net

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Scott Wroe Hearing Herefordshire

• Independent advice on all leading makes and models • 30 day trial on all hearing aids • 5 Star Centre for Phonak • The 1st Widex Approved Centre in the UK • The only approved Beltone supplier in Herefordshire • Home visit service available

Scott Wroe Hearing is an independent, family run hearing aid practice that has provided private hearing aid services throughout Hay on Wye and the surrounding areas for over 20 years. Hearing assessment appointments can be carried out in the comfort of your own home or we have weekly clinics available at the Nuffield Hospital Hereford.

For more information or to arrange your appointment

Please call 01432 342218

Glasbury Taxis Mini-Bus Hire

Sporting Events I Nightclubs Airport runs Any distance – cheap rates Tel: Graham on 07966 017714 To advertise in Wye Local please call Clare: 07811 961983 or email: clare@wyelocal.co.uk - 22 -

Mill Cottage Interiors Opening in Talgarth In March this year, interior designer Sally Rogers will be opening a new design studio/workshop in the heart of Talgarth.Trading as Mill Cottage Interiors, Sally will be offering a very personal Home Design Service. Sally moved to this area recently in order to marry her partner Chris Lewis later this summer. Prior to this, Sally ran a successful interior design business in Bath as well as working as a home designer for John Lewis in Bristol providing interiors for private customers as well as holiday properties, show houses and hotels throughout the South West.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am hoping that I will be able to put all my knowledge and experience in the industry to good use in my new venture in Talgarth and the surrounding areas.â&#x20AC;? Sally will bring a range of specially selected pattern

books to your initial home appointment. She also has access through the trade to a wide range of products to suit all types of property and all budgets. A full sampling service will be available with mood boards for larger projects as well as bespoke curtain making and fitting and project management. If you would like to make an appointment to see Sally to discuss any forthcoming projects, please contact her on: Mobile: 07762 895822 Email: sallyjrogers@btinternet.com Mill Cottage Interiors, The Square, Talgarth LD3 0BW

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Royston Memorial Hall Bronllys Just a year ago at the end of November 2013, a group of Bronllys residents came together for the first community coffee morning. Every Wednesday since then 25 to 35 people have met to enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and a slice or two of home made cake. Some people come occasionally whilst others come every week regardless of weather, (we have certainly had a few wet Wednesdays)

future please come to the coffee morning and let us know you are there. We have raised £2,500 in this first year, And we thank the Bronllys garage for their support and of course all of the cake makers and other people who have contributed to making it such a success.

It is a joy to hear the animated conversation and laughter as neighbours share a joke or maybe a bit of a gossip. And it does mean that it enables people to check if someone is missing and why. The main aim of the coffee morning was for just that, a community get together for a chat and a catch up on village events etc. However it soon became apparent that the Hall needed a bit of TLC. Because of a water leak in the kitchen some time ago, which although dealt with at the time had left some dampness, the kitchen had developed dry rot and it soon became un useable,The coffee morning had to decamp into the ante room. But soon that too was in trouble. A survey proved that the whole area at the front of the hall needs to be cleared and treated for the rot and re built. Because the Community Council who run the Hall cannot apply for the sort of funding required to do the work, a separate independent Village hall management committee has now been formed to enable grants to be applied for etc. Builders estimates are in and although it will take some time to get everything in place it is hoped that work can be started as soon as possible. Because dry rot waits for no man….. Six brave people have stepped up to the challenge and said they will form the first management committee. If you think you have any expertise that would help them with grant applications or any other part of running the Hall from now on, or any suggestions about how you would like to see the Hall used in

Last years winner

local landscapes photography competition Are you a keen photographer who has a passion for our local surroundings? Then this competition is right for you . . .

1st prize: £50 2nd prize: £25 3rd prize: £10 12 of the images will appear in the 2016 Local Landscapes Calendar

Rules are simple: High resolution images of local landscapes in the Brecon Beacons National Park. Images need to be landscape, not portrait.

Closing date: 16th March 2015 Email your entries to lisamarie@cariadslocal.co.uk Title each photo. Give details of when and where the photo was taken. Include your name, address and contact number.

: Cariads Local Ltd / Local Beacon / Wye Local

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Jumped at the Chance! Becky Golesworthy and Tisha Greenow own and manage Little Stars Pre-school Hay. They have recently taken over the early years provision in Hay and have since registered as Little Stars Pre-school. They worked together at Hay Primary School as teaching assistants and were asked if they would like to take on the pre-school as a private business and they jumped at the chance! They were keen to create a fun place for learning and care, a place where parents are confident to leave their children and where children are offered the best care. They both have young children and know the difference it makes to have quality childcare to be able to rely on. They decided to extend the hours offered to full days and for the full year instead of just term time. They hope that by offering the extended hours, they can better support working families in the local area and be flexible in the care they offer. They are both enthusiastic about early learning and understand the importance of getting the first steps of learning right. Becky is a qualified Early Years teacher and Tisha holds a BTEC level 3 National Diploma in Early years and between them they have varied experience in childcare and education. They had a busy summer registering with the CSSIW, decorating the building, and attending courses. Both the children and the parents have commented on how bright and inviting the pre-school looks, so their hard work has paid off! They convey many thanks to Bob Golesworthy and Dave Jones for helping them to get the building ready.

Monday to Friday 8am to 5:45pm We are open throughout the year, only closing for bank holidays and for the Christmas period. We offer flexible, quality childcare for children from 2 years old. Our setting is a safe, caring place for children to learn and play.

Telephone: 07532257971

email: littlestarspreschoolhay@gmail.com Oxford Road Hay-on-Wye HR3 5BT

We offer funded spaces for eligible 3 year olds, up to 10 hours a week. Please get in touch for session times and prices. We welcome visits from parents and are happy to answer any questions about our service.

sarah.doney@btinternet.com

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Treating a wide range of Conditions

HAY ACUPUNCTURE

CLINIC

Established since 2000

In winter, Sandy Sandaver of Hay Acupuncture Clinic sees the usual ‘suspects’ emerge, such as coughs, colds, flu, anxiety, low energy, depression, arthritis, insomnia, bad backs, muscle strains and (male and female) fertility issues, all of which respond well to acupuncture. Spring often signals the start of the hay fever season and acupuncture is very effective.

SANDY SANDAVER

Sandy sees acupuncture as being similar to a GP’s work, since it is able to treat such a wide range of conditions. He addresses what is presented to him. A course of treatment involves a diagnostic assessment initially and a minimum of 6 treatments, depending on the condition. Many patients have top-up treatment sessions throughout the year.

Home visits undertaken Wide Range of Conditions Treated

Acupuncture is now recognised as the treatment of choice for many medical conditions, with a growing body of research and can be used alongside medication. The 3 year qualification in Traditional Acupuncture includes Anatomy, Physiology and Biology of Disease and Continuing Professional Development is ongoing to keep Sandy’s skill base up to date. He has been in practice for 26 years. It is a job that he loves and he always looks forward to seeing existing and new patients at his clinic. He will also carry out home visits if it is necessary. If you have any questions please contact SANDY at Hay Acupuncture Clinic on 01497 821625.

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Rose Cottage, Cusop Dingle Hay-On-Wye, Hereford HR3 5RQ

Please contact me with any enquiries Tel: 01497 821 625 Mob: 07980 596218 Email: sandysandaver@onetel.com

www.hayacupuncture.co.uk

Craig Pritchard Electrical Contractor

All aspects of electrics, Domestic, Commercial, Industrial. Inspecting and testing. Part p registered.

t. 01981500555 m. 07581094584 e. craigpritchard333@ymail.com Colebrook cottage, Bredwardine, Hereford, HR3 6BZ

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Rug Washing, Repair & Livery Services

J.GIBBONS . C FAMILY BUTCHERS 01497 820 636

We offer a fast, friendly, efficient and reliable rug washing and repair service. • Outdoor rug wash from £7.50

For a full price list and more details visit our website

www.primoequus.co.uk Or Contact Vicky

Valentine Day

Mobile: 07890 191680

2 Sirloin Steaks For £10 (8oz)

Quality Local Farmed

• Beef • Lamb • Pork • Fresh Farm Chickens • Home-Made Sausages • Faggots • Home-Cured Bacon Gorgeous Meat Pies • Pasties • Sausage Rolls

Heat Logs Eco-friendly, long burning briquettes. Made with clean sawdust from local sources. Minimal ash, no sparking, clean to handle.

cooked fresh every morning

Available in packs of 10kg or pallets up to 1000kg (Pallet delivery available)

Deli Counter 28 Castle Street, Hay on Wye HR3 5DF

Contact: Nino - 01432 352 776 or http://stores.shop.ebay.co.uk/twowsw2books

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PEST CONTROL Need to get rid of: MOLES, RATS, WASPS and SQUIRRELS

CALL - WYNN BROWN mob- 0778 654 2697 home - 01982 560791

COAL, WOOD & OIL HEATING

Stewart K. Powles PLUMBING & HEATING ENGINEER

Bring some colour back! ... and treat your feet!

4 Garibaldi Terrace Hay-on-Wye Hereford HR3 5AW

Warm Soles Reflexology & Reflexology Lymph Drainage

T. 01497 820 229

Cheryl Christopher - mobile therapist t: 01497 847676 www.warmsoles.net

For all your flooring needs Design level service & products without the designer price • Free Estimates • Home Selection Service • Master Craftsmen • Carpets on the roll • Offcuts • Blinds and much more

Tel. 01497 820077 www.sullivanflooring.co.uk

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News from

Glasbury Arts

Saturday February 7th 2015 Glasbury Village Hall, 10.30am to 4pm. Wire Jewellery Workshop with Sara Withers Sara Withers, who designs and makes jewellery with a range of beads, is also the author of The Encyclopaedia of Wire Jewellery Techniques, some of which she will be sharing with participants in her second workshop for Glasbury Arts. There are 12 places available on this workshop. Ticket prices: £45 full price, £30 concessions (unwaged, students, over-60s) 10% members’ discount applies.

Get Out, Get Active,

BOOKING DETAILS BELOW. Saturday February 21st 2015 Glasbury Village Hall, 10.30am to 4pm. Workshop for young people aged 9+ with Writer Jenny Valentine and Illustrator Aine Venables. Come and help us create a picture book. Jenny and Aine are great friends, Jenny writes children’s books and Aine is an Illustrator. Together they want to make a picture book but they need your help to create the characters, write the story and draw the pictures - can you help? Ticket price £12.50 - Members Discount applies Tickets: by telephone on 07583 544110; in person at Old Forest Arts,The Craft Centre, Hay-on-Wye.

Get Fit for 2015

Snow Grippers for shoes and boots, Hi-Viz Clothing for running & cycling Pedometers and Walking Poles

“Helping you achive your New Year goals”

Tel: 01497 820022 www.psmoutdoors.co.uk

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Bike

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A month into 2015 and we wonder how many cycling New Year resolutions made in the boozy flush of cut-price Cava have fallen by the wayside! Maybe you set a weekly mileage goal, or vowed to nail a particularly tough hill climb. Perhaps you’ve decided 2015 will be the year you clean that gnarly bit of trail you always sneak a dab on! Whatever promise you made, it can be tough to muster the enthusiasm to saddle up in the depths of winter, but a bit of club support and like-minded company turns a drab ride into a social occasion with the added bonus of keeping you fit! Luckily for you, Hay has its very own cycling club Velo Hay - with regular road and leisure rides leaving Drover Cycles on Tuesday evenings and Sunday mornings, occasional mountain bike excursions on Wednesdays and, coming soon, indoor turbo training sessions on Thursday nights.

Curtains & Blinds made to order

Personal Service

Jenny Martin e: jennypennymartin@gmail.com m: 07973 344075 t: 01497 831287

Annual membership costs a mere £10 and member benefits include 10% discount on parts and accessories at Drover, and 20% off Velo Hay team kit. Check out the facebook page at www.facebook. com/groups/velohay or call in to Drover on Forest Road for more info. In other news, Hay Cycling Festival - held in April for the past two years - is being been shelved for 2015 with a rolling programme of events taking place throughout the year instead. Keep an eye on the Drover Cycles Facebook page facebook.com/drovercycles for news of forthcoming events, including a dual slalom series and summer road bike sportive. Finally, Powys County Council is offering adults a free session with a National Standards Cycle Instructor with the aim of improving road riding confidence and awareness. Visit www.powys.gov.uk/en/roadstransport-and-parking/ask-for-road-safety-training. To find out more about their ‘On Your Bike’ training scheme and to book a session.

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Wishes all our clients a Happy New Year

The complete housekeeping service for second homes and holiday lets.....

•Business Insurance •Home & Car Insurance •Property Owners/Landlords Insurance

Cleaning (regular and one-off) Laundry Service Key-Holding Maintenance Property ‘Caretaking’

•Agricultural/Rural Insurance •Close Protection & Security Insurance James, your local broker, can pop in to chat through the options with you - Confidentiality assured Java House, 8 St Nicholas Street, Hereford, HR4 0BG

www.wyebother.co.uk T: 01544 327919 M: 07833 497327 E: Enquiries@wyebother.com

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News from Gwernyfed High School Gwernyfed High School constantly seeks to encourage its students to achieve their potential through pupil involvement in a variety of academic, musical and sporting endeavours. In order to continue supporting Gwernyfed’s talented pupils we are in desperate need of a new school minibus since the existing one has reached the end of its working life. Gwernyfed is renowned for its wide range of extra-curricular activities including sports fixtures, Duke of Edinburgh expeditions, educational visits, debating competitions and musical performances, all of which would be extremely difficult without a minibus. The minibus is also widely used by local community organisations such as Gwernyfed Rugby Club, Scout groups and YFCs. All are reliant on the availability of Gwernyfed’s transport as are the six local primary schools.

This is where we call on the support of pupils, parents, primary schools and the wider community to help us to reach our fund raising target of £10000. Pupils have already taken an active role in fundraising; through the annual Christmas Concert and bag packing in local supermarkets and so far have raised £1400. Our main fundraising extravaganza at the end of this term will be a Grand Easter Raffle. Raffle prizes and donations will be gratefully received. Please show your support as Gwernyfed High School’s Minibus Fundraising Campaign gets on the road and ready to roll! Article supplied by Felicity Jones (Senior Student)

David Newell

Bespoke Joinery and Furniture

Get the Best

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News from

Hay Cheese Market continues to be a popular place to hold markets, sales and promotion events. The weekly Saturday Markets continue with a fantastic Local Produce Market, alternating with a Flea Market. The Local Produce Market offers some of the best local produce to eat right away, or to take home to create the perfect weekend lunch. The Friday Vintage Markets will begin anew from Good Friday, April 3rd. The beautiful flat above the Market Hall is available to hire year-round and is the perfect town centre bolthole for adults, or for overspill houseguests of local residents. We have received some fantastic comments from guests who stayed in 2014 and feel heartened by the warm response the building has received. Guests seem to genuinely appreciate the input of the local community into making Hay Cheese Market the welcoming place that it is and this leaves a positive impression on their whole visit to Hay. In April we will be organising an exhibition of photographs of the restoration of the building, to mark our first anniversary, and rolling out a new project bringing to life the story of a Victorian girl exploring Hay about 180 years ago. Visit www.haycheesemarket.org to find out more about booking the Cheese Market Hall, or the Flat.

Llanigon Plant Hire SEPTIC TANKS EMPTIED Farm Slurry Tanks Emptied

HAY-ON-WYE • TALGARTH • CRICKHOWELL • BRECON • SENNYBRIDGE AND SURROUNDING AREAS

01497847880(24hr) Registered carrier of waste

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Joinery LTD JDW JOINERY LTD is a family run company specialising in the design and manufacture of purpose made joinery. Which includes: Windows, Doors, Frames & Screens, Oak Framed Porches, Sunrooms/Conservatories, Staircases, Handmade Kitchens â&#x20AC;&#x201C; with design & installation.

Please contact us for your free no obligation quotation:

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New Builds Extensions Barn Conversions Renovations Commercial Contracting

Combining traditional building with the innovation of new sustainable technologies... T: 01544 327169 M: 07815 089213 E: info@smithbuildersltd.co.uk W: www.smithbuildersltd.co.uk

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News from Hay U3A Our next U3A meeting will be at 10.30am on Tuesday 17th February at The Swan at Hay, Church Street.The afternoon discussion will begin at 1.30pm. Our morning talk titled From Mecca to Merthyr:

Animal Funeral Services Individual cremation service for all pets with collections either made from your home or veterinary practice.

given by Professor Sophie Gilliat –Ray, Director of

Individual cremations can be carried out and returned on the same day.

the Centre for the Study of Islam in the UK, Cardiff

Full range of caskets and memorials

the place of Muslims in British society today, will be

University. In the afternoon Mark Wordley will talk on Aspects of politics and culture in today’s Middle East. The entrance fee is £3 for members and £5 for

Equine collection and cremation service Farmers sharps and pharmi waste collection and disposal service

non-members and pre booked light lunches are available from the Swan from 12.15pm. For further information see our web site www.u3ahay.org.uk or telephone Rodney Mace 01497 820679.

For more information on our 24hr service call Rachael or Austin on 01544 340 277 or 07970875244 Truck Load Truck and Trailer Load Tractor and Trailer Load Kindling by the bag

A W Logs Seasoned Quality Firewood & Kindling

We take orders and deliver 7 days a week so no reason to run out of logs! We deliver 7 days a week to Brecon, Llangorse, Clyro, Hay, Clifford, Talgarth, Bronllys, and Glasbury on Wye, Llyswen, Boughrood and Erwood. Delivery is free of charge within a 10 mile radius of our Velindre base - please ask about our very reasonable delivery charges further afield.

Adrian Williams at AW Logs: Home - 01874 711183 Mobile - 07974 811297 Bryngroes Cottage,Velindre, Brecon LD3 0TA

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JW’S

THE TRAM INN Traditional Country Freehouse Real Ales, Home Cooked Meals & Wood Burning Stoves

MINI SKIPS & PLANT HIRE

01544 327251

The Tram Inn Eardisley Hereford HR3 6PG

Micro & Mini Diggers Dumpers • Rollers Wacker Plates Generators Repairs Van Hire • Chippers Cherry Pickers • Water Pumps Stump Grinders

info@thetraminn.co.uk www.thetraminn.co.uk

2015 Car Boot Sales We have moved location and changed the times to ...

Gwernyfed High School, Three Cocks (Sat Nav LD3 0SG) 1pm - 4pm (Sellers from mid-day • Buyers from 1pm) 1st & 3rd Saturday of each month ... (see advert on page 48) The new venue offers:

T: 01497 847355 M: 07785 735126

A large outdoor space for dry weather A large indoor space for wet weather Refreshments stall • Free parking for buyers Toilets on site • Disabled access

USTORE

STORAGE SOLUTIONS

We are a container storage yard based in Hay-on-Wye with good road access.

We Also Rent Industrial Units From 1500sq Ft up. Ring For Availability

20ft & 10ft Storage Units Available For Long Or Short Term Lease

• 24hr Access PLEASE GIVE US A CALL • Secure Storage FOR A COMPETITIVE QUOTE • Hard Surface Yard • Wind & Water Tight Containers • Ideal For Household Goods Or Just That Extra Storage Space

Contact: David Williams Tel: 01497 820 724 Mobile: 07891 522 112 Email: info@davidfj.com Tirmynach Farm, Hay-on-Wye, Herefordshire HR3 5RS

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Baskerville Hall Hotel Clyro Court Nr Hay-on-Wye

on the A438 Hereford to Brecon main road at Clyro

Open Acoustic Session Every Wednesday An informal gathering of players, singers and friends, entirely acoustic, without the paraphernalia of leads and microphones. Collaborations encouraged. A free drink and a bowl of chips for all performers. Audience and players - All Welcome

Oak Tree Funeral Services

From 8.30pm Free entry from 7pm Real Ale & Bar Snacks available 7pm - 9.30pm Ample free car parking

of Kington

Tel: 01497 820033

www.baskervillehall.co.uk

We provide a very personal, professional and caring service in all areas and can be contacted at any time during the day or night. Funeral arrangements can be made in the comfort of your own home and in the presence of your family, helping you through this sad time.

Boarding Kennels & Cattery • A caring happy environment. • Modern, large, heated, purpose built units. • Dogs exercised three times daily • Full Vaccination essential (inc.Kennel Cough for Dogs) • Viewing welcome and encouraged, by appointment please.

Please contact:

Mr. Bill Rowlatt (Proprietor) Tel: 01544 327829

Tel:01544327033 or visit

“Our promise is to care for you and those you love”

www.redgateskennelscattery.co.uk Redgates,Woodseaves,Eardisley.HR36LZ

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Guy Notman Upholstery Reupholstery

Sofas & chairs made to order Hardwood frames and fully spring seats No foam used in construction Feather, fibre or feather flex cushions 2 seater sofas from £650 + fabric • Also headboards, ottomans and footstools made to measure • Selection of fabrics • Curtain making service available

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Aubrey Fry Cheese Market Forge Framing & Gallery Glasbury Arts Gwernyfed High Hay U3A Little Stars Mill Cottage Interiors Royston Memorial Hall Sandy Sandaver For the chance to WIN this month’s prize (see page 1), please complete the wordsearch, fill in your details below and send to Wye Local by 16th February 2015.

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MAYALL JEWELLERS Est.1884 Clocks Watches Clogau Gold Jewellery Silverware A nice selection of gifts in stock 10 High Town Hay-on-Wye Hereford HR3 5AE

Tel: 01497821848 Repairs & Restoration of Antique & Modern Clocks, Watches, Barometers & Jewellery

Specialists in laundering

Gareth Sheppard

bedlinen and towels for domestic, holiday cottages and B and Bs

General Building & Plastering Specialist

Internal, External & Traditional Lime Plastering

Professional, reliable, trustworthy service Free collection and delivery *

•Plaster Boarding •Dry Lining •Metal Studding •Floor Screeding

Competitive rates

Insurance Quotes Welcome Friendly & Reliable Service

Non smoking, pet free environment One off or regular service

Mini Digger and Dumper Hire All work fully insured

Don’t delay, call Bec today!

Telephone 01497 822 550 07779 246 267

Tel: 01544 327919 Mob: 07833 497327

Email: enquiries@wyelinen.com

* Please call to discuss

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CQC Registered

Homecare Providers We Offer Personal Care Services To Help You Stay At Home

Tom Weaver

From helping you to start the day with personal care, washing dressing & breakfast. Assist with medicines.

Fully Qualified Tradesmen

•Specialists in Timber Frame •Bricklayer •Stonemasons •Self Build •Barn Conversions •Dry Stone Walling •Patios •Extensions

Any shopping, cleaning, meal preparation, laundry & ironing AND at the end of the day we can assist you to bed WANT TO KNOW MORE? Talk to Samantha or Sandra on

Save pounds

Tel: 01544 230321

by going direct to tradesmen Telephone: 07816487613 Email: Tom_weaver9@yahoo.co.uk

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Position Vacant Personal Assistant required for a lady in her fifties living near Llyswen, requiring support in the home & with going out. You must be reliable and a willing team player, flexible and dedicated. Excellent rates of pay. Night and day shift holiday/sickness cover, plus possible contracted hours.

For job description please contact: 01874 754095

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Wild in February

Protecting wildlife for the future

Last autumn I was surprised to hear this flower, seen on a favourite beach, referred to as “Lady’s petticoat”. But it is a very appropriate name. Common by the sea, it is also found just below the peak of Pen y Fan in July. So the generally agreed name – “Sea Campion” isn’t really very accurate and I like the alternative more.

Trust Reserves and there are four work parties planned. New volunteers are always welcome.

Once there were many different local names for our wild-flowers which are rapidly becoming lost. The common Red Campion of our hedgerows used to be called “Red Bird’s Eye” in Radnorshire and can be seen at most times of year around our lanes.The other red one, Ragged Robin, is common in our wet meadows. Bladder Campion can occasionally be found in Brecknock and is very similar to the Sea Campion that is difficult to get to. This used to have names like “Billy Busters” and “White Cock Robin”.

Or come to the Brecon Wildlife Walk on the 22nd, chiefly for birds such as Goosanders, Dippers and Siskins. Details at bitly/bwtevents.

Thanks to Stephen Marshall for the photograph. February is a busy time in the Brecknock Wildlife

Silene uniflora

John Crellin

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Funeral Directors

C.C.JAMES

Mobile Hairdressing

Hengardd, Pontithel, Three Cocks, Brecon, Powys

At Home Just For You

24 HOUR SERVICE MONUMENTAL MASONS Prepaid Funeral Plans

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Telephone: 01497 847410 Mobile: 07831 346430

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• Open for Lunch Mondays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, (Bar open all Day Sunday) Open for dinner every evening - Sunday & Monday 6 till 8pm Tuesday to Saturday 6pm - 9pm

• The “£1 per ounce” steak night - Saturday 7th February • Sunday Lunch served from 12.00 - 14.30 every week (booking advisable)

• Valentines Night 14th February. Acoustic night with Phil bates, Valentines Menu 2 courses £16.96 three courses £19.95 (booking essential) • Six Nations Rugby Matches being shown here

• Mothers Day March 15th (booking essential) • Function room available free for family or non commercial party events

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What’s on: during the week MONDAY Clyro Primary School Parent and Toddler Group: 9 - 10.30am. For play, fun activities, songs and stories. 0 – 5 years. Just turn up and join in! £1 per session. Contact 01497 820860. Beginners Freestyle Fitness Yoga: 9.15 - 10am at the Gym & Tonic Health Club.Contemporary and sociable the’ East has been taken out’, leaving us to simply explore the poses. No chanting. You’ll love it! £6. 01497 822995. Life Drawing: 10am - 4pm at Clyro Village Hall. Beginners welcome. Contact 01497 831550. MODELS WANTED. Story Time at Hay Library: 11.30am - 12pm. Come join in the fun. Contact 01497 820847. HayDay Café: (first Monday of the month). 2 – 4pm. Cusop Village Hall. A new cafe for people living with dementia. Transport can be arranged. Contact Trish Richardson 01497 821381. Hay Bridge Club: 2pm. The Swan Hotel, Hay. Friendly Bridge - all standards welcome. Friendship Club: (third Monday of the month) 2.30 - 4pm at Llanigon Village Hall. Tea, cakes and chat. Contact Ann Pritchard 01497 847221. Boxing Circuits suitable for everyone: 6 - 6.45pm at the Gym & Tonic Health Club. For men and women. £6. Contact 01497 822995. Spinning: 6pm & 7pm at Gwernyfed Sports Centre. Call to book 01497 847740. Whist Drive: 6.30pm for 7.30pm start. Talgarth Church Hall.

Craft Class: 7 - 9pm. Dolls House Fun, Hay. Contact Mrs Abel 01497 821913. Alive & Kickin’ Community Choir: The Old Museum, Glamorgan St, Brecon. £5 per session for Coleg Powys Staff & Students. Everyone from age 12 upwards is very welcome. Please don’t worry about needing any past singing experience. It’s open to everyone! Contact Tanya Walker 07723 016837. Llanigon YFC Meeting: 7 - 9.30pm at Llanigon Village Hall. Contact Philip Price 01497 847342. Short Mat Bowls: 7.30 - 9.30pm at Clyro Village Hall. All ages and levels of expertise welcome! Contact Liz Griffiths 01497 820570 Bell Ringing Practice: 7.30pm at St.Peter’s Church, Glasbury. New ringers are always most welcome. TUESDAY Llyswen Parent & Toddler Group: 9.10 - 11am. Term time only. Llyswen Village Hall. Everyone welcome, lots of fun and good company. Children from 0 School age. Beginners Boxing Circuits: 9.15 10 at the Gym and Tonic Health club. This evergreen class now comes to you in the morning! Suitable for everyone. £6 call G&T’s on 01497 822995 Yoga Active and Stretching: 9.15 – 11am at Cusop Village Hall. Our lovely new, quiet and warm venue.Come and join in our friendly group, Beginners and all levels welcome. £5 per session. Contact Emma Phillpotts on 01497 831704 or email emmaphillpotts@gmail.com. Muddy

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9.30 – 11.30am (Term time only). Escleyside Hall (behind Michaelchurch Escley Primary School). Join the weekly themed activities, spacious indoor play and outdoor adventures in our beautiful surroundings (bring wellies). £1.50 per family. Contact Kirsty 01981 240225. Craft Class run by South Powys Parkinson’s branch: 10am - 1pm at Talgarth Church Hall. Make your own greetings cards with a tutor. Knit, sew, tapestry, rag rug making etc. Art Class (any medium): 10.30am - 12.30pm at the Dolls House Fun, Hay. Contact Mrs Abel 01497 821913. Shakespeare Play Readings: (Alternate Tuesdays) 2 - 5pm. Glasbury Village Hall. With the Willow Globe Theatre Company. Contact 01597 811487. NEW Chen Style Tai Chi: 6 -7pm. Masonic Lodge, Brecon Road, Hay. Free introductory lesson. Contact Peter Howells 01497 821840 or 07527 799742. Boughrood Cycle Club: 6pm. Regular summer evening road rides, winter day and evening road rides depending on weather. Pub & café breaks. All welcome. Meet at bus stop nr. Boughrood Village Shop. Contact Sarah 01874 754031. Bowling: Arrive at 6pm to commence play at 6.30pm at Brecon Road, Hay. All welcome. Athletic Pilates: 6 - 6.45pm at Gym & Tonic Health Club. Our am session is so popular we HAD to extend it to the evenings! Suitable for the more experienced or advanced fitness levels. £6. Contact G&T’s on 01497 822995..

What’s on: during the week Gwernyfed Ladies Running Club: 6.15pm. Location varies, see Gwernyfed Sports Centre Facebook Page. Contact 01497 847740. Whist Drive: 6.30 for 7.30pm start. Talgarth Church Hall. Talgarth Bowling Club (Practice Night): 6.30pm, Talgarth. New bowlers welcome. Contact 01874 711458. Glasbury Paddlers: Canoe club meets at 6.30pm at Glasbury. Formore information call in at PSM Outdoors in Hay and ask for Peter. Hay Film Makers: 6.30 to 8pm. The Globe, Hay. Free entry. Come and learn how to make films. Open to all. Contact Janine 07733 055430. Circuits: 6.45pm at Gwernyfed Sports Centre. Drop in class. Contact 01497 847740. Circuits Blast’ with Cat: 6.45 7.30pm at Gym & Tonic Health Club. Traditional circuits with exercises you’ll know and love. Results proven. £6. Contact G&T’s on: 01497 822995. Death Café: (Second Tuesday of the month). 7pm. The Globe, Hay. Tea and cake and talk of death. Free entry. Contact mlord10@ btinternet.com. Slimming World: 7pm. County Primary School, Oxford Street, Hay. Contact Helen 01497 822881 or 07939 114452. Gwernyfed Hockey Club Training: 7 – 8pm Brecon Leisure Centre’s Astro. All abilities welcome. Contact Nicola Drew 07812691345.

Zumba: 7.45 - 8.45pm. Glasbury Village Hall.This fun inclusive group welcomes all to come and get fit while having a laugh with us. Suitable for beginners. Bring a drink. Classes £4.75 (pay on arrival). Pre-booking not required. Talgarth YFC Meeting: 7 8.30pm at Gwernyfed Rugby Club, Talgarth.Contact Heather Summerfield 01874 711093. Hay Camera Club: 7.30pm at Llanigon Village Hall. Contact Christine Starnes 01981550589 or 07932716035 or Colin Laurence 01981 550069. Transition Town Hay Meeting: (third Tuesday of the month) 7.30pm at The Kilverts. Come along to find out more about the transition movement, enjoy an informal discussion or bring an idea for a new project. Hay Neighbourhood Policing Team public PACT Meeting: (last Tuesday of the month) 7.30 8.30pm at the Hay Town Council Offices, all are welcome. Contact on 08453302000. Volleyball: 8 - 9.30pm, at Gwernyfed High School Sports Centre. All abilities welcome, have fun and get a bit of exercise, first session free. Contact Rupert Bateson 07511207769. WEDNESDAY Bee Busy Playgroup: 9 – 11am. Clifford Community Centre. Creative play, making and baking for 0 - 4 years. Contact 07989 980601.

Kettlebell Mania: 9.15 - 10am at the Gym & Tonic Health Club. Perfect for after the school drop off! £6. Contact G&T’s on 01497 822995. Stay and Play – Parent led playgroup: (Term-time only) 9.30 – 11.30am. The Cabin @ Bronllys Primary School. Bumps, babies & toddlers – all welcome. £1 per session, refreshment included. Contact 01874 711444. Tai Chi Movements for Wellbeing: 10 – 11am. Yoga Studio, Booth’s Bookshop, Hay. Contact Jo Song 01981 250470. NEW Spanish class for beginners only: 10am – 12noon. (Commences 18th February). Easy, fun and friendly. Contact Mely 07837 160505. Coffee morning:10.30am - 12 at Royston Hall, Bronllys. Coffee or tea and cake £1. Proceeds to the hall. Everyone welcome. Hay Luncheon Club: 12pm2.30pm (third Wednesday of the month) at The Masonic Hall, Hay. We have a delicious roast dinner and a speaker or activity afterwards, a very pleasant, sociable time together after our meal and raffle. Contact Trish Kiddle 01497 821276. Wednesday Lunch Club: (third Wednesday of the month) Rhosgoch Golf Club. Nothing formal, just lots of happy chatter over a good lunch. Why not come along and join us? Contact Wendy King 01497 851229. The Scribblers: 4.15 - 5.30pm at The Drill Hall, 25 Lion Street, Hay. Contact Sophie 01497 822620.

What’s on: during the week Velo Hay Cycle Club: 6pm. Drover Cycles, Forest Road, Hay. All welcome. Contact 01497 822419 or visit Drover Cycles Facebook page for details of rides. Freestyle Fitness Yoga: 6 - 6.45pm at the Gym & Tonic Health Club Contemporary and sociable - the’ East has been taken out’, leaving us tosimply explore the poses. £6. 01497 822995.

No previous experience needed. First taster session is free. Tuition is provided. £4 per session, £3 concessions, under 16s are free but must be accompanied. Contact Glenn 07971 398727 or Catherine 01874 625422. Gwent & PowysArmy Cadet Force: 7 - 9pm at The Cadet Centre, Gypsy Castle, Hay-on-Wye. Please see details on previous listing.

Kettlercise: 6.30pm at Gwernyfed Sports Centre. Call to book. Contact 01497 847740.

Recovery Spinning: 7.30 – 8pm at Gwernyfed Sports Centre. Call to book. Contact 01497 84774

Tennis Club: 6.30pm onwards at the Tennis Courts Hay. Contact Alun Smith 07967914123.

The Brecon Singers – Rehearsals: 7.30 – 9.30pm. Neuadd Goffa, Christ College, Brecon (term time only). We are now rehearsing Mozart’s ‘Vesperae Solennes De Confessore’ to perform in Brecon Cathedral with Christ College Choirs on 14th March. Contact 01874 658332 or visit www. breconsingers.com.

Pop up Poetry: 7pm (Last Wednesday of the month). Tomatitos, Hay. Live Music @ Baskerville HallOpen Mic Acoustic Night: doors open 7pm. Music 8.30pm. Food available 7 – 9.30pm. Baskerville Hall Hotel, Clyro Court. Free admission, all welcome. Contact 01497 820033. Llanigon WI: (first Wednesday of the month) meet 7pm at Llanigon Village Hall. New members are always welcome come and join us. Contact 01497 822523. Gwent & Powys Army Cadet Force: 7 - 9pm at Old School Bldg, Church Lane, Talgarth. Ages 12 (Yr8 High School) -18yrs looking for a new exciting, fun and challenging activity. Headquarters Contacts: 01873 813756. Website:www.armycadets.com. Samba Brecon: 7 - 9pm. Felindre Village Hall. Samba Brecon is a lively, friendly community percussion band, always learning and playing new Afro-Brazilian rhythms on a weekly basis. New members and non-members are very welcome.

Hay on WI: (2nd Wednesday of the month). 7.30pm. Cusop Village Hall. New members welcome. Contact 01497 822523. Black Mountains Lions Club: (first & third Wednesday of the month) meets 7.45/8pm. Contact David James 01497 820227. Three Cocks WI: (second Wednesday of the month) meets 7pm in St. Peter’s Church Hall, Glasbury. Contact Anne Collins 01497 847370. THURSDAY Jolly Tots Stay and Play: 9 - 11am. Hay Primary School. £2 a session £1 for additional children. Come along for creative activities, play and fun! Everyone welcome.Term time only. Contact Katy 07896 361453. Free Weights Blitz: 9.15 - 10am

at Gym and Tonic Health Club. All welcome - this is a great session. MELTS body fat! £6. Contact 01497 822995. Talgarth Baby and Toddler Group: 9.15 – 11am (Term time only). Talgarth Primary School (Main Hall). 50p donation for refreshments. Contact Wendy 07989 946241. Brecon and District Credit Union Collection Point: Open10am 12noon at Youth and Community Centre, Oxford Rd, Hay. Clyro Primary School Parent and Toddler Group: 2 - 3.30pm. For play, fun activities, songs and stories. 0 – 5years. Just turn up and join in! £1per session. Contact 01497 820860. Bell Bank Club for the blind and partially sighted: 2 - 4pm. The Parish Hall, Lion St., Hay. Anyone who is blind or has restricted sight is very welcome to join us for chat, speakers, outings, etc. Contact Eileen Bufton 01497 820897. Gwernyfed Ladies RFC Training: 6pm (U15’s girls) 6.30pm (U 18’s) 6.45pm (Ladies).Gwernyfed Rugby Club, Talgarth. Contact Delyth Thomas 07891 371458. Spinning: 6pm. Gwernyfed Sports Centre. Booking essential. Contact 01497 847740. Weight & See 7 week courses at Gym & Tonic: 6 - 7.15: Call for details of how and when, we start on our groundbreaking, lifestyle courses. 01497 822995. Bowling: Arrive any time between 6 and 8.30pm at Brecon Road Hay. All welcome. Stitch ‘n’ Bitch: (first Thursday of the month) 6 - 8pm at The Swan Hotel, Hay.

What’s on: during the week Table Tennis: 6.30 - 8.30pm at Glasbury Village Hall. Over 18s only.Please ring to check availability. Contact Malcolm Bradley 01497 831633. Ladies Netball: 7 - 8pm at Gwernyfed Sports Hall. Just turn up on the night for a fun, relaxed game of netball. £2 on the night. New ladies very welcome. For more details, contact Lisa Marie 01544 327716. Hay Choir: 8pm. The Parish Hall, Lion Street, Hay. Singing for everyone! Visit www.haychoir.co.uk. Art Class (any medium): 7 - 9pm at Dolls House Fun, Hay. Contact Mrs Abel 01497 821913. Qi Gong: 7 - 8.30pm at Cusop Village Hall. Small friendly group practising Qi Gong. Contact Sandy Sandaver 01497 821625. Talgarth WI: (first Thursday of the month) 7pm. Talgarth Library. Hay-on-Wye Amnesty Group: (fourth Thursday of the month) 7-8pm,The Globe at Hay. Contact Sean O ’Donoghue 01497 821153. Talgarth and District Historical Society: (last Thursday of the month) 7.30pm at Gwernyfed Rugby Club. See local posters for details. Talgarth WI: (first Thursday of the month)7.30pm. Talgarth Library. New members always welcome! Contact Jan 01874 711665. Hay Theatre Club (adults): 7.30 – 9.30pm.The Globe in Hay. Action packed practical professionally led theatre workshops. A real social club with a theme. Sessions £6. Checkout Hay Theatre Club on Facebook.Contact Janine Sharp (alias Linda Luvvie) 07733055430.

Shortmat Bowls: 7.30 - 9.30pm at Llanigon VIllage Hall. Contact Rob Williams 01497 820692. Three Cocks Vintage Society: (second Thursday of the month) 8pm.The Harp Inn, Glasbury. Contact Margaret James 01874 711110. Hay Community Choir: 8 9.30pm. Term time only. Hay Parish Hall. Open to everyone who enjoys singing and wants to have fun! Cost: £4. Contact 01497 822952 or www.haychoir.co.uk.

Brecon & District Credit Union Collection Point: 11am – 1pm. Talgarth Library. Support your community bank with a savings account or a low interest loan. Contact Jan 01874 711665. Hay Theatre CIC - Reminiscence Workshop: 1.30 – 3.30pm. The Globe at Hay. A reminiscence group for over 65s. Contact Janine Sharp 07733 055430.

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Junior Netball Team Training: (term time only) 4 - 5pm (9 - 13 year olds), 5 - 6pm (13 - 18yrs). Gwernyfed High School. Contact 07891371458.

Beginner Pilates: 9.15 - 10am at the Gym & Tonic Health Club. You simply MUST try this class. Get stronger, longer, posturally correct with an expert in this field. Suitable for everyone. £6. Contact 01497 822995.

Cllr.William Powell’s Advice Surgery: (first Friday of the month) 5 - 7pm at Talgarth Information and Resource Centre. Contact 07703112113 or email:william. powell@wales.gov.uk.

Relaxing Yoga & Meditation with Georgie: 10 – 11.30am. Booths Bookshop Yoga Studio, Brook St, Hay. Wind down for the weekend with a gentle, healing yet energising Kundalini Yoga class. All welcome! Suitable also for pregnancy (Georgie is also a doula), old souls & some disabilities. Contact 07807 550653.

RAVE LBT: 6 - 6.45 p.m Body conditioning in the dark! Fast, furious, zero choreography, huge fun! Bring you glow sticks (or get them from us!) Gym and Tonic Health Club 01497 822995 booking essential!

Charity Quiz Night: 8.30pm at The Harp Inn, Glasbury. Contact 01497 847373.

Dorstone Dormice Baby & Toddler Group: 10am – 12 noon (Term time only). Dorstone Villlage Hall. £1 per child which includes snacks and tea/coffee. Please come along and say hello! “Committee Meeting” for Gym & Tonic: (Last Friday of the month) 10.30am. Gym & Tonic, Hay. Come and join us to help have a say in our vibrant future. Refreshments provided. All welcome. Contact 01497 822995.

Paleo Meet-up (First Friday of the month): 7pm. Cusop Village Hall, Hay. Join us for an informal gettogether for anyone interested in the Paleo/Primal lifestyle. Everybody welcome. Contact 01874 624696. Red Kite Workshops: (Term time only): 7 - 8.30pm at The Drama Studio, Gwernyfed High School. Bingo: (first Friday of the month) eyes down 7.30pm. Glasbury Village Hall. Contact Darren Ricketts 01497 847250.

What’s on: during the week / month Zac Mountford (young pianist and vocalist) performs at The Lion’s Den: 8.30pm.The Old Black Lion, Hay. Contact 01497 820841. SATURDAY Table Sale: 8am – 1pm (First Saturday in the month). Talgarth Church Hall. Hay Junior Youth Theatre Club: 10.30am – 12.30pm. The Globe at Hay. Fantastic fun. Professional performance skill training for kids aged 7 – 11 years. £6. Contact 07733 055430 or visit www. haytheatre.co.uk. Hay Senior Youth Theatre: 1 – 3pm. The Globe at Hay. Fun and laughs. Professional performance skill training for kids aged 12 – 16 years. £6. Contact 07733 055430 or visit www.haytheatre.co.uk. SUNDAY Talgarth Country Market: (first Sunday of the month) from 10am - 1pm in theTown Hall. Drover Cycles Bike Club: (last Sunday of the month)meets 10am at Drover Cycles (top of Main Car Park, Hay).Contact Lindsey 01497 821134. Tennis Club: 11am - 1pm at the Tennis Courts, Hay. Contact Alun Smith 07967914123. Services at Penyrheol Baptist Church: (fourth Sunday of the month) 3pm. Contact 01874711061. ‘Sound of the Baskervilles’–Open Mic Session: 4pm. Baskerville Arms Hotel, Clyro. Contact 01497 820670. DURING THE MONTH Wednesday 4th February T.W.I.T (Talking Welsh in Talgarth): 7 – 8pm. Castle Hotel, Talgarth. A group that meets once a month in

Talgarth in an informal setting to chat, converse and have fun with the Welsh language. Completely free to attend. Contact 07789 682335. Thursday 5th February Flicks in the Sticks presents – “Pride” (Cert 15): 7.30pm. Brilley Village Hall. Set in the summer of 1984. A group of gay activists decides to raise money to support the families of striking miners. But there is a problem. The Union seems embarrassed to receive their support. And so begins the extraordinary story of two seemingly alien communities who form a surprising and ultimately triumphant partnership. Cabaret seating. Bring your own refreshments. Tickets £4. Contact 01544 327227. Friday 6th – Monday 23rd February Gwernyfed High School Art Exhibition: Theatre Brycheiniog. Exhibition of students A-level and GCSE work. Saturday 7th February February Fitness Frenzy: 8.15am – 12noon. Hay & Gwernyfed Sports Centre, Three Cocks. 7 taster sessions. Contact 01497 847740. See advert on page 26 Glasbury Arts - Wire Jewellery Workshop with Sara Withers: 10.30am – 4pm. Glasbury Village Hall. Ticket prices: £45 full price, £30 concessions (unwaged, students, over-60s) 10% members’ discount applies to both prices. Tickets: by telephone on 07583 544110. See article on page 31. Folk & Irish Music Session: 8.30pm. The Harp Inn, Glasbury. Contact 01497 847373. See advert on page 37.

Monday 9th February Sweet Making Workshop: 6.30 - 8.30pm. Richard Booth’s Bookshop, Hay. £20. A fun evening of bespoke sweet making with author and hedgerow guru Adele Nozedar. Contact 01497 820322. Monday 9th – Saturday 14th February Brecknock YFC’s 68th Annual Drama Festival: Theatr Brycheiniog. See article on page 3. Wednesday 11th February RSC: Love’s Labour Lost: 7pm. Richard Booth’s Bookshop Cinema, Hay. Contact 01497 820322. See advert on page 56. Saturday 14th February Brecknock Farmers Market: 9.30am – 2pm. Brecon Market Hall. Contact 07805 375636. Visit www.brecknockfarmersremarket. co.uk. See advert on page 45. Quiz Night: 7.30pm. Cusop Village Hall. Another of our challenging, fun-based quiz nights, with a local prize for the winning team. Come as your own team, 3, 4, or 5 members, or come and join a team on the night. Bring a bottle if you like. Tea/coffee/cake will be available. £2.50 per head will get you a place at our quiz tables. Contact Paul 01497 822885. Valentine’s Night Acoustic Night with Phil Bates: Baskerville Arms Hotel, Clyro Village, HR3 5RZ. Booking essential. Contact 01497 820670. See advert on page 49. Tuesday 17th February U3A Hay – The Swan at Hay: 10.30am – Morning session: “From Mecca to Merthyr: The Place of Muslims in British Society Today”. Talk by Professor Sophie Gilliat – Ray, Director of the Centre for the

What’s on: during the month / next month Study of Islam in the UK, Cardiff University. 1.30pm – Afternoon Session: Mark Wordley will talk on Aspects of Politics and Culture in today’s Middle East. Entrance fee is £3 for members and £5 for nonmembers. New members always welcome. Contact Rodney Mace 01497 820679. See article on page 39. Wednesday 18th February Wild Wednesday Children’s Workshop: 10.30am, 11.30am and 12.30pm. The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks. Booking essential. Contact 01497 847055. See advert on back cover. Classical Concert & Auction of Promises: 6.45 – 11pm. Baskerville Hall Hotel, Clyro. In aid of Bryngwyn Riding for the Disabled Group. Tickets £15. Contact Stephen 01497 851764 or Ruth 01497 851360. See advert inside front cover. Saturday 21st February Glasbury Arts - Workshop for young people aged 9+ with Writer Jenny Valentine and Illustrator Aine Venables: 10.30am to 4pm. Glasbury Village Hall. Come and help us create a picture book. Jenny and Aine are great friends, Jenny writes children’s books and Aine is an Illustrator. Together they want to make a picture book but they need your help to create the characters, write the story and draw the pictures - can you help? Ticket price £12.50 - Members Discount applies. Tickets: by telephone on 07583 544110. See article on page 31. Brecknock Wildlife Trust Talk: 11am and 1pm. The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks. Learn about wild birds and other local wildlife. Free, no booking

required. Contact 01497 847055. See advert on back cover. Flix in the Stix (Talgarth) presents: ‘The Grand Budapest Hotel’: 7.30 for 8pm. Talgarth Town Hall. Pre film pizzas available at The Bakers’ Table (01874 711125 to book). Entrance to film £4, pizza and film £10. Early booking essential. Contact Bryan Craven 01874 713166. See advert on page 11. Open Mic Night: 8.30pm. The Harp Inn, Glasbury. Contact 01497 847373. See advert on page 37. Tuesday 24th February ROH: Der Fliegende Hollander: 7.15pm. Richard Booth’s Bookshop Cinema, Hay. Contact 01497 820322. See advert on page 56. Hay Music presents - Dragonfly: 7.30pm. Richard Booth’s Bookshop, Hay. £12. Performed by Sarah Newbold (flute) and Katherine Thomas (harp). Contact 01497 820322.

place in Hay as the opening weekend for Borderlines Film Festival. See adverts on pages 2 and 56. Saturday 28th February Flicks in the Sticks presents – “The 100 Year Old Man Who Climbed Out Of A Window And Disappeared” (Cert 15): 7.30pm. Brilley Village Hall. The cheerful, charming story of sprightly Allan who disappeared from the old people’s home on his 100th birthday. Cabaret seating. Bring your own refreshments. Tickets £4.50. Contact 01544 327227. Sunday 1st March Wedding Fayre: 12noon – 4pm. The Swan at Hay. Free admission. Contact 01497 821188. Thursday 5th March

Glasbury Get Together Club – “Beetle Drive with Prizes”: 2.30pm. Glasbury Village Hall. Contact Gloria 01497 847726 or Geraldine 01497 847697.

Flicks in the Sticks presents – “Here and Now” (Cert 12a): 7.30pm. Brilley Village Hall. A sweet, beautifully shot tale that makes the most of the beautiful Herefordshire countryside. Cabaret seating. Bring your own refreshments. Tickets £4.50. Contact 01544 327227.

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Saturday 7th March

Prize Bingo: 7 for 7.15pm. Baskerville Hall Hotel, Clyro. Free local transport can be arranged by Dial-a-Ride. Bar open and bar snacks available. Fun night. Raising money for local charities. All welcome. Contact 01497 820033.

The Gourmet Gardener cooks a Spring Tasting Menu: The Bakers’ Table,Talgarth. £25. Contact 01874 711125. See advert on page 2.

Duchess of Malf: 7pm. Richard Booth’s Bookshop Cinema, Hay. Contact 01497 820322. See advert on page 56.

The Committee of Hay & District Branch of The Royal British Legion are pleased to say that thanks to the generosity of people in the locality the November poppy collection raised a grand total of £4,137.23.

Wednesday 25th February

Friday 27th February – Sunday 1st March Festival of British Cinema: Taking

Copy deadline for our March issue: 11th February

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ANGELCARE MOVEMENT AND SOUND BABY SENSOR, IN BOX. £15. Extra long sensor also available. Can be used without movement sensor. 01497 820238 or 07815534541.

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RSPCA ........................................................... 0300 1234 999

ELECTRIC GUITAR AND AMPLIFIER. Suitable for beginner £50. 01874 711856.

Hay Medical Centre ............................... 01497 822100 National Grid Gas (Gas Leaks) .......... 0800 111999 Powys Citizens’ Advice Bureau ...... 0845 601 8421 Samaritans National Helpline..............08457 909090 Scottish Power .......................................... 08452 722424

GLASS FISH TANK 100CM X 40CM X 40CM. £25. 01874 754349.

Talgarth Medical Centre ...................... 01874 713000

NEW BLACK BASE 120CMX50CMX65CM. £50. 01874 754349.

Western Power Distribution...............08000 520400

Welsh Water..................................................08000 520130

STAG 8 PIECE DRUM KIT. £75 ono. 01497 820854. DOUBLE DIVAN BED. As new, still wrapped. £80. 01497 831211. SET OF FOUR HABITAT LIGHT WOODEN KITCHEN CHAIRS WITH RAFFIA SEATS. Very good condition. £30. 01497 831211. TWO KITCHEN BAR STOOLS. Cargo (Paradeshi) dark wood with leather effect seats, very smart. Excellent, unused condition. £40. 01497 831211. VINTAGE UNO STENCIL SET IN ORIGINAL TIN. 18 1/2” long x 17” wide. Includes 26 letter and number stencils of varying sizes. 8 pens, 10 nibs of varying sizes, 1 pricker, 4 original inks. £45. 01497 820042. LOWE ALPINE OXYGEN ND20 DAY SACK, BLACK. Lightweight, 20 litre capacity, lots of pockets. Like new, £15.

WANTED WE WONDERED IF ANYONE MIGHT HAVE A LOCKABLE METAL CUPBOARD. They don’t need and would be willing to donate to us. The phone no is 07908 876978.

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