Wye Local Issue 104 June 2015 by Lisa Marie Badham

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June 2015 • Issue 104 The community magazine covering Hay, Talgarth and the surrounding villages

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I can proudly announce the safe arrival of Otis Freddie Badham, born on Friday 24th April weighing 8lb 4.5oz. It’s been a bit of a shock going back to the sleepless nights but Otis is worth every minute of deprived sleep. Big sister Cariad and big brother James adore him, they had both been hoping for a boy … although I think they thought he’d be playing footie with them by now. Thank you to everyone for their wishes, cards and gifts. Some great new advertisers have come on board the Wye Local this month. New Inn,Talgarth on page 2. Powys Planning & Design, also on page 2. Beauty In Wood, page 4. Platinum Paws, page 5. Bridge Inn, also on page 5. Poston Mill, page 6. Lisa-Marie Watkins Freelance Hair, page 7. St Michael’s Hospice, also page 7. Lady Hawkins’ School & Sixth Form, page 10. Fancy a challenge? Check out page 6 and 7 for some local running opportunities. Some good news, do you have a business based in Builth, Crickhowell, Kington or Peterchurch? Give Clare a call, we’ve extended our advertising area. In June we’ll be starting our next Cariads Family Magazine.This will be our 4th issue and to date we’ve had fantastic feedback, working well for advertisers and keeping local families well informed. Please turn to page 55 for more details. Congratulations to Chris Davies in his new position as MP. I have full confidence that he will represent local families in the fight for the correct future for our youngsters education. Enjoy, Lisa Marie Badham x (Photo: New team member, Otis!)

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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, June issue: - Agincourt Day - Brecknock YFC - New kickboxing club - Open Gardens at Treberfydd House and much more! Just go to www.localbeacon.co.uk and click on the small image of the front cover ...

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News from Talgarth by Cllr. William Powell Powys County Councillor for Talgarth As I sign off this month’s column, we are still basking in the success of the Third Talgarth Walking Festival earlier in the month. The Walkers are Welcome Committee and everyone else involved in the initiative can be justly proud of their achievements. As well as signalling the start of the summer of 2015, the Walking Festival has also become a significant annual fixture, contributing to our town’s regeneration. Back in 2004, The Sunday Telegraph described Talgarth and its hinterland as “the undiscovered jewel of Britain.” Well, more than a decade on, the success of this event, and of so many others instigated by local groups has brought us closer to our beautiful environment, both built and natural, being appreciated and harnessed for the benefit of the wider community. The Pizzoferrato Talgarth Twinning events on the same Bank Holiday weekend were exceptionally well supported - and I enjoyed the opportunity to be fully involved in hosting our Italian guests. Once again, all credit to Jane Green and her team for their hard work. It is natural to reflect briefly on the outcome of the recent General Election. I am grateful to the many local people who have commiserated with me on the fact that Roger Williams’ distinguished parliamentary career was brought to an end on the 7th May. In particular, his expertise in agriculture, rural affairs and environment and applied sciences will be sorely missed in a House of Commons all too light on members with frontline agricultural and scientific experience. Nevertheless, it is a source of solace that reliable reports from the Election Count at the Pavilion in Llandrindod Wells indicate a strong Liberal Democrat victory in Talgarth and the adjacent communities. It is comforting to know that, even in the face of a clinically efficient and lavishly resourced Conservative campaign, those who knew Roger best and valued him most remained loyal. County Councillor Chris Davies is

to be warmly congratulated on his election - and clearly all people of good will should wish him well for his term of office. It is also the season of handover in local politics and this last week has seen the AGMs of both Powys County Council and Talgarth Town Council. Sincere congratulations go to my fellow County Councillor, Paul Ashton of Brecon who is Chair of Powys County Council for 2015/16 with County Councillor Keith Tampin of Llandrindod as his Vice Chair. Here in Talgarth, Councillor Andy Lord remains as Mayor and Chair of Town Council with Councillor Jacqui Wilding serving as his Deputy.This evening, I am attending the AGM of one of Talgarth’s longest standing voluntary groups, Talgarth TiRC, which also has a good story to tell again this year. I know that many local residents share my concern at the recent hiatus in terms of funding for the next phase of the Talgarth Flood Alleviation Scheme. Efforts are continuing, both within Powys County Council and at Ministerial level, to restore the funding shortfall, should the single legal objection be dealt with. I shall keep you apprised of developments in this important local issue. In the meantime, please don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any feedback or issues of concern on: 07703 112113 or by email: william.powell@ assembly.wales Alternatively, you can come along to my next advice surgery on Friday, 5th June from 5:00pm at Talgarth Tourist Information & Resource Centre. Appointments are not essential but advanced notice may be useful if the issues are complex. In any event, I look forward to seeing you soon. Best Wishes William

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News from Chris Davies Your local MP

the future of so much in our community.

It’s always a pleasure to write for Wye Local. It’s a particular thrill on this occasion as it is my first opportunity to record how delighted I am to have been elected to represent our area at Westminster. Liz and I are so grateful that electors have placed their trust in me – you will have an energetic and noisy champion. Thank you.

Contact me on any matter: 07855 752110 or email: cllr.chris.davies@powys.gov.uk

I have tried to emphasise the positive in my campaign for election. We have so much to be positive about and if we all put our shoulder to the Gwernyfed wheel (and to any number of other wheels as time moves on) we can achieve so much.

Best wishes, Chris

Much more important than the General Election to local people is the battle that we face to keep our High School. Gwernyfed is a top class school with great staff, producing both excellent academic results and rounded youngsters who act as wonderful ambassadors for the area. Gwernyfed School ticks every educational box but also forms one of the cornerstones of our community. One does not have to look far to find that local rugby and football relies upon the ‘feedstock’ that Gwernyfed produces, that our Young Farmers’ Clubs are made up of Gwernyfed pupils and that so much more revolves around the fact that we have our own, very special, High School. I am determined that our two daughters will go to Gwernyfed when they leave Hay Primary School; I certainly do not want anyone’s children or grandchildren spending hours on buses and building up a loyalty to Brecon or schools in Herefordshire when that loyalty should be underpinning the future of our community. Chair of Governors Ian Charlesworth is not one to be daunted by a challenge. Ian is supported by a strong group of Governors and a great Head Teacher in John Williams. They will leave no stone unturned in this battle. As a Governor myself I have made clear my unequivocal opposition to the notion of losing our school; I do not apologise for promising to use every ounce of influence that being your Member of Parliament offers to remove this giant shadow over

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Never too late? Many years ago I did some Personal Training (PT) with a lady, now 84 – who is utterly adorable! She called again recently. Although in the winter of her life, she’s in fine fettle, and slight, so I’m thinking ‘don’t push nutrition too hard. But she’s a little frail, so I’m certainly going to try to help her keep mobile but no more than this. Her main remit was to restore range of movement / strength to her left hand and arm following a stroke but I have no idea yet if this is even feasible from a neurological point of view. As I drive to her Hereford home I have all the time in the world to think ‘what’s left to give her’? I nearly always give at least an hour and a half for a client’s first session and if I’m honest I’m slightly panicking, wondering how on earth I’m going to fill it and make it worth her while. However, I do know this much: always expect the unexpected. I take in the paperwork and we start to rake through it. This sounds a bit ‘dry’ but I’ve systemised it to cover all bases, and the simplest question can unearth the most interesting answers. Jenny and I found we had a lot to uncover. Her nutrition needed a sympathetic

overhaul (it’s not the same cooking hot food say, when you’re on your own, and safety is paramount). She really surprised me as I was going to take the ‘soft’ option (is it important to curtail your puds at 84?) well according to Jenny she’d anticipated my being strict and was eager to hear what I had to say! She expected me to measure and weigh her, but this was irrelevant for me. Instead, we discussed her quality of life, how to build some routine back into her day - a stroke knocks you for six in a wider sense than just the physical, (and yes, mobility and some great ideas for her left side). In addition how to help her sleep better. That caught me out. Never assume age brings an easy sleep pattern with it. Two and quarter hours later I left her house with hugs and a deep sense of satisfaction. No stone had been unturned and I felt her quality of life could now improve, especially as she was so receptive to the suggestions made. There are so many components to holistic health – just a fraction here. What might you uncover? (names changed and permission sought to print). Article supplied by Cat Lawford, Gym & Tonic Health Club

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Local Talent: Johnny Cartwright Type of Artist? Magician, balloon modeller and stilt walker. Range of Services? Magic Shows for children and adults at festivals, weddings, birthday parties, village fetes, in fact most celebratory events. Balloon -modelling for all ages. Close up Magic for table events such as restaurants, cocktail evenings and themed occasions like James Bond parties.Stilt - Walking for outdoor events and arenas and anywhere with a high ceiling. Magic and Workshops in Schools. A useful educational tool kit for promoting dexterity, coordination, numeracy and general confidence. After - School Magic Clubs available for primary Schools based locally to Herefordshire and Powys. Any or all of the above can be combined to make the perfect show for your celebration. Where can we find out more? Check out all products on my web site www.mrbamboozle.co.uk and call me for a chat on my mobile 07527 183961 (I’m generally on the move). Price range? £80 for a 30 minute magic show or 30 minutes balloon modelling. £100 for an hour magic show including balloon modelling. £150 for 2 hours at village shows, fetes, festivals, weddings and any events requiring stilt walking. £250 for all day.

my band “Los Squideros” at Glastonbury, whipping off my poncho to reveal …. James Bond in a tux and performing walk about magic while the band played The Bond theme tune. Have you any future plans for your work? Creating a new and bigger show where my magic tricks are incorporated into a story line. I am also developing my adult work, including a new skill called mentalism (mind reading). What advice would you give a local artist? If they are a magician, I would say “move off my patch or I’ll break your wand!” Any other artist I’d say “advertise in Wye Local magazine”. What other local artists do you admire? Janine Sharp, she’s an ace theatre director, playwright and runs Hay Theatre Company plus she’s right here helping me write this…… ouch! Artist statement: Practice, practice, practice, but it’s not as much fun as winging it.

How long have you been an artist? I have been a magician for 11 years. Where did you train or gain experience? Hogwarts! They offer an excellent degree in performance art in partnership with Nottingham University of course. My actual degree specialised in film making and comedy performance. What has been your proudest moment? Learning to levitate. I levitated so high I performed in front of The Queen for her Diamond Jubilee celebration at Epsom Derby. Later that year Lord and Lady Bamford hired me for their Christmas Children’s Extravaganza, performing for David Cameron and his family. However I have to say Lollibop Children’s Festival at Hatfield House last year was fantastic. I performed all day every day for 3 days in front of 10,000 children. It is known as the Glastonbury of children’s festivals. What would you class as ‘your masterpiece’? Playing Apache on the guitar dressed as a Mexican in

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Get to really know Helen Furnell Place of birth? Oxford. Where do you live now? Hay-on-Wye. Marital status? I live with my partner of 18 years, Kelvyn, a Hay boy born and bred, who has recently retired as a musician in the Army after 35 years and who is now getting on my nerves. Occupation? I’m manager at Richard Booth’s Bookshop and run two Slimming World groups, one in Hay and the other in Kington. Children? Kelvyn has two great children, both grown up, Annabel and Edward. Pets? Niles, the cat. A real character and extremely friendly - ask the neighbours. What was your favourite childhood television programme? Well, that depends really on how old I was: it’s between the Clangers, the Muppet Show and Starsky and Hutch. Are you a collector of anything? I don’t collect anything at present, except loads of paperwork! Seriously, I love art deco but have promised myself I won’t buy anything that’s not useful, so I’m still looking. What is usually your first thought when you wake up? What am I going to wear to work today. What do you usually think about right before falling asleep? I try not to think too much for fear of remembering something I should have done that day! Most exciting thing you’ve won? Recently the Londis Christmas Raffle in 2013 (I think the only raffle prize I’ve ever won). Other than that it was probably coming first in one of the competitions at the International Music Eisteddfod in Llangollen when I was a teenager. Two lessons life has taught you? The first is a cliché, that life is not a dress rehearsal and the second is to behave with integrity. What makes you grumpy? If I’m grumpy it’s because I’ve decided that’s how I want to be at that time. Teenage crush? David Essex and a friend of my brother. Have any bad habits? Oh yes. Which bad habits drive you crazy? My habit of putting things down to tidy away later - which doesn’t then happen and which I know doesn’t drive just me crazy. What book would you recommend to others? The Regeneration trilogy by Pat Barker - an outstanding read and a total eye-opener on the First World War for me when I first read it years ago. Best present ever received? My Dualit toaster with

sandwich toaster, which is still going strong after about 15 years. List one thing you wish you could change about yourself: Just under two years ago I decided I needed to change just in order to stay alive and having lost nearly 7 stones since then, there isn’t anything else I’d change. If you could visit anywhere in the world, where would you go? Canada and Norway are top of my list of places I haven’t been. I also love Italy. List five goals on your life’s to-do list: Well there are three I can think of: As before regarding travel; walk to the top of Snowdon, rather than take the train; visit the cemetery in Germany where my Great Uncle was buried when he died as a British POW 2 days before the end of the First World War. Name one regret you have: I don’t see the point in regrets if you can’t do anything about them. Name one thing you miss about being a kid: Living with my brother, four sisters and my Mum and Dad (my Dad died when I was 15). Name one thing you love about being an adult: That’s a good one. I love how the older I get, the less I worry about other people’s business. What’s your favourite song of all time? I love music and have my own list of Desert Island songs which include “I’ve Got You Under My Skin” by Frank Sinatra and “Mr Blue Sky” by ELO. However my favourite piece of music to listen to is Mahler’s Symphony No. 2, “The Resurrection”. It is sublime and usually makes me cry. What’s your favourite thing to do on a Saturday night? Spend it with friends in either my house or theirs. What’s your favourite thing to do on a Sunday afternoon? Since taking on the Slimming World groups my favourite thing is to have the time to provide member support and get ready for the next week’s sessions. Have any hidden talents? I’m pretty much an open book. Most people know I sing and I do play the cello from time to time. When I lived in London and played regularly THE best day of my life so far was spent playing in an orchestra under the baton of Sir Simon Rattle - I know! Sum yourself up in five words: Optimistic, Enthusiastic, Adventurous, Moody and a bit bossy.

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The Old Barn At Three Cocks Robert and I visited The Old Barn at Three Cocks on a Friday evening in May. We hadn’t eaten here for some years and were looking forward to trying the food now that the place is under new management. Head Chef Jenny, and Shane who is front of house, have been here since January. The bar and restaurant areas, the old main oakbeamed one and the newish conservatory, were both busy and the atmosphere was convivial. Many locals out enjoying an evening with friends and family. We were looked after all evening by the very friendly and attentive head-waitress Katie, who has been at The Old Barn now for 20 months. She gave us the choice of where to sit so we chose a table for two, with very comfortable rattan chairs, in the middle of the light, airy and modern conservatory. A sprig of Pussy Willow in a white vase on the table was a nice touch I thought. Katie brought over a glass of Sauvignon Blanc for me and pint of Kronenburg Lager for Robert. We could choose our starters and main courses from the well thought out printed menu or from the specials on the chalk board on the wall. My starter, from the chalk board was Fresh Crab, Avocado & Samphire Salad @ £5.95. Superb flavours and a dressing to die for. Robert’s Potted brown Shrimps with toasted wholegrain bread, also @ £5.95 and from the printed menu, were also really good. For Robert’s main course he chose the Pan-fried half a Guinea Fowl breast and leg, topped with crispy bacon and served with Dauphinoise potatoes and creamed leeks. He said it was perfectly cooked and I could see him devouring every mouthful with glee. I chose the Chargrilled 8oz Sirloin Steak with slow-roasted tomatoes on the vine, fabulous chunky chips and a massive portobello mushroom. Buttered greens on the side. God it was good. Every single morsel. The medium-rare steak was (say these next three words slowly) cooked - to - perfection. How often does that happen? The mushroom tasted divine and I didn’t need to add

seasoning at all. A fabulous plateful of food. Sadly I couldn’t eat it all, but the dog benefitted a bit later on! The Guinea Fowl was £13.95 and the Steak was £15.95. We ordered a very nice bottle of Rioja to accompany our main courses. Katie brought over the pudding menu but we gratefully declined. Two very ‘full to the gunnels’ and very satisfied customers. Puddings, all £4.50 consisted of Sticky Toffee Pudding, Chocolate Fudge Cake, Lemon Meringue Pie, Lemon Tart, Chocolate Brownie and a selection of Ice Creams. Cheese board £5.50. We had a little chat with Jenny and Shane later on. They had met in South Africa. Jenny is South African and comes from Durban. Shane is English, from Broadstairs in Kent but with a South African accent. I like the accent. I like the country! Jenny has two chefs to help her out in the kitchen, Alex Vaughan and Nathan Corrick. We are delighted to learn that the food here is good again. Shane and Jenny are keen to put their own stamp on it and provide good quality meals and great service to all customers, old and new. By what we experienced that evening it seems that The Old Barn at Three Cocks will be a roaring success. The Old Barn is open for food and drink every single day of the week. To see the menu and book a table please visit www.oldbarnthreecocks.co.uk Shane and Jenny, a huge thank you from both of us for such a lovely evening with fabulous food. Clare and Robert Williams

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We chatted about all manner of things of mutual interest before I got round to the purpose of my visit, which was to interview her about her recently published, book which I had read and found completely riveting. It covers her childhood in a Children’s Home in the Midlands; her struggle to rise above her circumstances, her life in the WAAF during the war and her efforts to carve out a life for herself after leaving the services in 1946 right up to the present time. I asked her what motivated her to write her story and she told me that after retiring as chairman of the Hay Writers, she found she had more time to devote to her own writing and, encouraged by friends familiar with her writing and spurred by a quotation by George Eliot: ‘It is never too late to be what you think you could have been’ she decided it wasn’t too late, even at her great age, to become an author. Her Book – ‘A LIFE IS WHAT YOU GET’ is now on sale at Mary Fellows Bookshop, Broad Street, Hay-on-Wye. Price £6.99 is also on Amazon. Clare Williams

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Newport Street, Hay-on-Wye, Hereford. Tel: 01497 820516 Ffrwdgrech Industrial Estate, Llanfaes, Brecon, LD3 8LA. Tel: 01874 624161 To advertise in Wye Local please call Clare: 07811 961983 or email: clare@wyelocal.co.uk - 18 -

The Thoughts of a Greengrocer The month of May is always a little nerve wracking as it is the lead into the Hay Festival when everybody wants local produce - particularly strawberries. This year is a little earlier so the weather is crucial to us as strawberries don’t naturally ripen until the middle of June (in the past it was touch and go whether they would be ready in time for my father’s birthday on 14th June.) by the time you read this we will know when the strawberries started this year.

As far as imported fruit goes I have tried the new season peaches and nectarines from Spain, and as usual I was disappointed, particularly the nectarines which were distinctly sour. By the middle of June they will be better and cheaper. We should be really well off for fruit this year as the Indian mangoes will be back. By the end of this month we will be looking forwards to the summer holidays - let’s hope that the weather is kind to us. Article supplied by Stuart Pritchard

Asparagus is the other seasonal treat. At one time it was only available to the rich and powerful. the cottage gardener could not afford the space to be set aside for a short season crop with a number of years needed to get it well established. The supermarkets came along and in their bid to have everything on sale all year they started the mass import from, initially Peru, but then other sources ( late in the season some very good stuff comes from Poland). this has served to depress the price and has made asparagus much more widely available. Now we have some English producers growing it over heated pipes to get early and late crops. In spite of all this the nicest shoots come during the natural season which will end, according to tradition, on 20th June. This is so the leafy growth can be allowed to come and it is this that gives the plant reserves and strength to produce next year’s crop. Into June and we look forward to firstly broad beans then French (or Bobby) beans and later in the year the scarlet runners, which are also imported these days but usually from hotter climes and so they are not as good. However if you cannot wait the inferior product can be found. Local new potatoes start in June and there will be peas, various brassicas and salads. Raspberries, currants and cultivated blackberries will also start. If you intend to make jams and conserves using the summer fruits don’t wait too long expecting a price drop. They are never cheap and don’t last long.

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Celebrations at Bryngwyn! Bryngwyn Riding for the Disabled Group will be holding a fete to celebrate Bryngwyn Riding Centre’s 40th anniversary.The day will include riding demonstrations, vintage display, stalls, games, bouncy castle, dog show, car boot and BBQ. Who can believe it was 40 years ago that Leigh and Wendy Miles started a small trekking centre in ‘the middle of nowhere’! Now, all those years later, it is run by their daughter Becky and is a thriving Riding Centre providing hacks, instruction and Riding for the Disabled. Please come and help us celebrate on Saturday 27th June, 11am – 4pm. If you would like to find out more about the RDA riding or volunteering please contact Ruth Stevens on 01497 851360, email bryngwyn.rda@gmail.com or go to www.ridinginwales.com

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

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PARRY RICHARDS Carpenter and Joiner All aspects of 1st and 2nd fix carpentry: • • • • • •

new builds renovation work roofing kitchens and bathrooms tiling wood and laminate floors

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Wild in June

Protecting wildlife for the future occur but are the mainstays of our summer display. Hemlock does occur in wetter corners and the true Carrot can also be found occasionally as can wild Parsnip with similar but yellow flowers. Sweet Cicely is found in the eastern Black Mountains valleys.

Chaerophyllum Temulum There has been a good display of our native wildflowers on road verges for some time now. June is the time for Rough Chervil (pictured) to take over representing the Carrot Family from Cow Parsley which has been decorating the roadsides since early May. Later Upright Hedge-parsley will take on the role into the autumn. These are not the only members of the family to

Of course gardeners are not familiar with these flowers as they harvest the root crops long before a flowering stem is sent up in the following year to take advantage of the food stored in the roots. On the 13th June there is a meeting at one of the Brecknock Wildlife Trustâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most botanically rich reserves, Vicarage Meadows. Come along for a display of orchids and the rare and attractive Wood Bitter Vetch. Details are on the website at bit.ly/ bwtevents. John Crellin

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Kilvert’s Pilgrimage

17th Annual Kilvert Pilgrimage Sunday 26th July 2015

On Sunday 26th July 2015 people come from far and wide to enjoy this walk in the Radnor Hills, the beautiful views along the way, and the wonderful welcome in the various churches. Rev. Francis Kilvert was Clyro’s curate for seven years from 1865, walking among the farms, villages & hills of our area. His famous diaries detail this time, it is surprising how little many places have changed! Following his footsteps the Pilgrimage wends over the Radnor Hills for 9 miles, from Newchurch to Llandewifach, with recital and tea and services to sustain body and soul. It is not necessary to walk all the way – many people do one or two sections, or if unable to walk far go from place to place by car. Detailed timings are in the adjacent advertisement.

9am Bryngwyn church,(HR5 3QL) service Holy Communion (transport to Newchurch after service available) From 09.30am Newchurch,(HR5 3QF) welcome with tea/coffee 10am Morning Service at Newchurch 10.40am Laying of flowers at Emmeline’s Grave 10.45am Set out for Bryngwyn church 12noon Readings/Music Recital at Bryngwyn followed by byo picnic (tea/coffee provided) 1pm Set out for Llanbedr 3pm Rest & a hymn at Ireland moor 4pm Tea provided at Llanbedr church (LD2 3JH) 5pm Set out for Llandewifach 6pm Closing service at Llandewifach (LD2 3JN) 7pm Transport back to Newchurch if needed Further details: Adrian Chambers

(01497 821414, chambers2444@yahoo.co.uk) Rev. Ben Griffith (01982 560615, benedictgriffith@sky.com)

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We offer a fast, friendly, efficient and reliable rug washing and repair service.

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Area’s best

drinks and recipes

Malthouse Mexican Cocktails You’re sitting in your garden and the sun is shining (seems a bit of a dream in Britain) but on the rare occasion that does happen; what should I be sipping on? Well you may want to try a delicious cocktail. We are busy prepping our drink menus for a busy summer of weddings, birthdays and shows and we have come up with our three favourite NEW cocktails. They all follow a Mexican flavour to give a little zest for a sunny summer (fingers crossed). Strawberry-Lemon Mojitos Mix in a large jug (makes 4 drinks) 8 lemon wedges Handful of mint leaves 4 strawberries 250ml of gold rum 80ml of fresh lemon juice Served with crushed ice Cajun Lemonade Mix in a large jug (makes 4 drinks)

175ml of white rum OR vodka 60ml of Pimms No.1 120ml of fresh lemon juice 60ml of chilled 7-Up Optional ½ teaspoon tabasco sauce Serve with crushed ice and lemon wedges Paloma Mix in a large jug (makes 4 drinks) 250ml of tequila blanco 150ml of grapefruit juice 150ml of soda Juice of half a lime Pinch of salt Serve with crushed ice and Lime wedges These would be perfect served in a jam jar or tall glass, garnished with lemons and limes. Please remember to drink responsibly. For more information visit www.malthousebars.co.uk Article supplied by Malthouse Bars and Events

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Bowen Technique Alison Matthews invited me to come over to her house in Cusop for a couple of sessions of Bowen Technique treatment to give our readers an insight of what exactly Bowen Treatment is. This was my first ever treatment although an old friend of mine said that Bowen had benefitted him enormously. The first treatment was on 23rd April and the second was exactly a week later. To start with Alison and I chatted so that she could get an idea of any problems or injuries that I have or have had. This took a while. Anyone who has spent a lot of their life with horses usually has a list of injuries as long as their arm and I am no exception. Most patients come to Bowen with a musculoskeletal problem: typically backache, frozen shoulder or sports injuries. Other problems can consist of sciatica, tennis elbow, bronchial complaints and whiplash - to name but a few. During the treatment Alison lightly ‘rolled’ her hands over my muscles and the surrounding connective tissues at specific points, many in the back and neck. That’s where I feel pain most of the time. I work at a computer a lot. My back has been particularly bad lately, having suffered spasms at the beginning of April. The pressure Alison applies is no more than you could apply to the eyeball. After four to six moves Alison left the room for a few minutes and I just closed my eyes and relaxed. Then Alison returned for the next moves. Those breaks are fundamental: you are starting a dialogue between the brain and the body’s systems so the body can heal itself. Bowen therapists work on the fascia, the connective tissue that wraps around muscles, which they believe can become twisted and cause pain – often somewhere else as the body compensates for the original injury. Alison’s frequent exits from the room did make me wonder why people pay for this type of treatment, but after having read up on how The Bowen Technique works I can see that it can work well. After both sessions Alison asked me to drink plenty of water, which I did. I remember feeling very tired the day after the first session. Whether this was because I had nothing important to do that day (empty diary - bliss) or because of the treatment

I won’t know. Perhaps it was my brain asking my body to relax? My bad back is now much much better than it was in April and I’m looking forward to getting back to the gym again! Do have a look at Alison’s website www.haybowen. com It’s extremely informative and the testimonials speak for themselves. It will give you a better insight into the treatment than I’ve got space to give you here. A couple of examples: Having seen the remarkable difference that Alison and Bowen made to my wife’s mobility and back pain I decided to give it a try before an operation. I went with an open mind not expecting much. I hadn’t realised how tense my muscles were until they started moving freely again! And I can now straighten my shoulders for the first time in years. Bowen certainly works for me. Mr M. T. I particularly like the Bowen treatment because it is non-invasive, gentle - and it works. For me, the current problem areas and longstanding, deeprooted ailments are addressed. The body really is the best healer - and Bowen facilitates this. Mrs D. D. Clare Williams

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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

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

Tel: 01497 820033

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Beautiful & unusual gifts and treasures, naturally formed or inspirationally created. Also for a limited time a collection of artworks by local artists.

Phil Swaine General Handyman Home & Garden • Small Jobs • Repairs • Larger Projects

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Hares in Hay

artists, including silver jewellery and leather boxes from Timbuktu.

‘The Artful Hare’ is a new book featuring the original prints of 74 British printmakers, including Victoria Keeble from The Hay Makers Gallery in Hay-on-Wye, and is arguably the biggest collection of hare-themed artwork ever assembled in book form, with 375 different images. Each artist comments on their particular fascination with the animal, which is becoming increasingly rare but is still classed as game. The variety and quality of the work is remarkable, with linocuts, wood engravings, collagraphs, woodcuts, etchings and screen-prints. Running until 12th July, and well worth a visit, The Hay Makers Gallery will be exhibiting the officially licenced jewellery for the book, ‘Guess How Much I Love You?’ made by David Meredith and Louise Skinner, which celebrates 20 years since the book was first launched. They will also be exhibiting beautiful jewellery by Charlie High and Angela Learoyd, Prints by Frances Carlile and Ceramics by Karen McPhail, alongside work by the Hay Makers Co-operative and a few carefully chosen visiting

All the Hay Makers are professional, local designer/ makers and the Gallery prides itself on exhibiting beautifully crafted and handmade pieces. They also sell a wonderful selection of cards, note-cards and wrapping paper. Now in its 27th year, the Hay Makers Gallery has gained an enviable reputation showcasing some of the finest contemporary British designer/makers. The Hay Makers Gallery is open Monday - Saturday 10.30am - 1.00pm / 2.00pm - 5.00pm, Sunday 11.00am - 4.00pm THE ARTFUL HARE and original prints by Victoria Keeble available from The Hay Makers Gallery.

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Natural Beauty: coconut oil The health benefits of coconut oil include hair care, skin care, stress relief as well as being a super food say ‘organicfacts.net’. Coconut oil can improve your skin as it is full of vitamin e, which encourages the growth and repair of skin cells, protecting against aging and drying, while also making it beautifully smooth and soft. It is also rich in certain proteins, which are essential for cell repair, speeding up healing time, which helps to make your skin look fresher and more radiant. It is a superfood as it has lots of MCT’s (good fats) The body uses MCTs to produce energy, boost metabolism and help your body use fat for energy, so it can actually help you become leaner. Also rich in lauric acid, which has anti-viral and antibacterial properties, for a healthy immune system and to help fight infections. You can use coconut oil as body moisturiser, apply directly to skin, or a hair conditioner. This is why my soap is made from a whopping 50% of coconut oil, the other 50% is olive oil (also full of minerals and vitamins) and of course precious essential oils and a dash of vitamin e. All good simple ingredients.

Each bar of soap is made with simple ingredients, just olive oil – rich in vitamins, minerals and proteins; coconut oil – nourishing and moisturising; beeswax & a dash of vitamin e. With precious essential oil and botanicals.

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TALGARTH TOWN COUNCIL Dog Control Order Talgarth Town Council intends to introduce a dog control order covering all areas used for sport or childrensâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; recreation in the Talgarth area. The purpose of such order is to make it an offence to permit a dog to foul areas designated as sports pitches or for childrensâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; play. It will also be an offence to permit a dog to enter the general playing field areas unless on a lead of less than 2 metres in length. The purpose of this order is to protect Public Health. Some dogs may carry bacteria and worms that might be present in dog faeces. Some of them, like toxocara canis, can cause disease or infections in humans. Toxocara canis is a roundworm found in dogs. Roundworm eggs are found in dog faeces, which can easily be picked up by young children and can cause the disease toxocariasis. This causes stomach upsets, sore throats, asthma and, in rare cases, blindness. The eggs can remain active in the soil for many years, long after the dog mess has weathered away.

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Byelaw. Control of Playing Fields With the transfer of the King George the V Playing fields from control by Powys County Council to Talgarth Town Council, it is intended to make a bye law to ensure good conduct in relation to the use of the playing fields. A copy of the control order and of the bye law can be found on the council web site www.talgarthtowncouncil.co.uk and a printed copy is available with the council minutes in Talgarth Library. Any written comments or representations with regard to the dog control order or the bye law must be made to the Town Clerk, Talgarth Town Council, c/o Ty-Carreg, Bronllys Road, Talgarth LD3 0HH E-mail: josephinerumsey@btinternet.com on or before Monday 6th July 2015.

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Great selection of canoes, kayaks and equipment, great value package deals everything you need for a trip down the Wye.

Expert advice guided river trips, qualified instruction for beginners and improvers.

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www.ravendrama.com

A drama group for all Weekly sessions during term-time • Workshops One-to-one tuition offered in English / Drama

Joinery LTD

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Llangorse Village Hall, Thursdays Please see the website for times and more details

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Llyswen Open Gardens If you want to walk in Wordsworth’s footsteps then join in with Llyswen on Sunday 28th June when the recently renovated garden that his close friend Thelwall worked in and wrote about is one of the gardens open in aid of Llyswen church. You are warmly invited to come and saunter through a flower arranger’s paradise, gardens that drop to the Wye’s edge and teem with wildlife, productive gardens and allotments, flower gardens and hidden corners. And when you are ready for a sit down then enjoy a cup of tea and home made cakes. Entry to all five gardens is £3 and they are open between 2pm and 5pm.

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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Powys - More Caring than we think! Celebrate Carers Week 8th – 14 June Who are Carers? People who care for loved ones are some of society’s unsung heroes; one in twelve children and many adults too. When Carers Week was launched at the Senedd, Professor Mark Drakeford AM, Minister for Health and Social Services said: “All of us at some point in our lives are either going to be caring for someone or need the help of a Carer, so it’s in all our interests to get better support in place and to really recognise the huge contribution they make to our society. We sometimes think we’re an uncaring society; but with more than 121,000 people in Wales becoming Carers for older, sick or disabled loved ones every year, the numbers suggest otherwise.” Help for Carers of all Ages In Powys Powys Carers Service is the local charity that offers charity in place of voluntary organisation. free and confidential support, with information, advice, advocacy and counselling. Young Carers can meet in groups, have support at school and access trips and activities. Both adult and young Carers report a whole range of benefits from being involved with Powys Carers Service – Reflections from a Young Carer……”My life now” “Before I started coming to clubs I was hanging around with the wrong people who broke the law. We were often involved with criminal damage, trespassing and stealing. Life at home was stressful and it was my way of getting away from it all. Then one day someone told me about Young Carers support.They told me about the clubs and I thought I’d like to meet some new people similar to me. Coming to the clubs has changed my attitude to a lot of things. Like now when my mum or dad asks me to do something I’ll do it. I’m also becoming more sociable each day and I’ve got more confidence in myself. My goals in life have changed and now as I realise there’s all sorts of paths I could take. I’m looking forward to my future. Family life has improved a lot too. I used to fight with my brother every day but now we get along much better cos I understand him more and what he’s going through with his autism. At Young Carers I’ve got friends I can trust and I’m starting to let people in a bit more” A Powys Young Carer Are you a Carer? If you are caring for someone you may or may not want or need support; either way, you can join the

growing band of Carers who register with Powys Carers Service gaining the opportunity to be a member of the iCare Card scheme, the emergency card scheme and UK wide financial benefits with CarerSmart. You are also very welcome to strengthen the voice of the community of Carers. Help us to make all Carers count! For more information call 01597 823 800 or visit www.powyscarers.org.uk.

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Wyeside Tree & Garden Care & Property Maintenance All aspects of garden maintenance work undertaken from lawns to patios, fencing, sheds and landscaping. All types of building and property maintenance and renovation undertaken. Fully Insured and references available.

Contact: David Arrowsmith on 01497 821874 Email: davidaarrowsmith@live.co.uk

Our Healthy Pet Club relaunches this month, with new improved products and an additional flexible plan for greater choice in your petâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s preventative healthcare.

Curtains & Blinds made to order

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1st Clyro Rainbow and Brownies Unit A new Rainbow and Brownie Unit has recently opened up in Clyro after many years without any Girlguiding units in the Hay area. The unit is already thriving with c. 25 girls aged 5-7 (Rainbows) and 7-10yrs (Brownies) attending from 5 local schools and sufficient adult help to make this possible. However all offers of help and support will always be gratefully considered, no matter how ad hoc or unusual, so as to provide the girls with as many varied opportunities as possible. There is a long history of Girl Guiding, in the Hay area, dating back to shortly after the creation of Girl Guides in 1910! Miss B Deveraux of Tregoyd was one of the first Girl Guides in Hay and this painting of her was done in 1913 (The original is in Girlguiding UK CHQ in London). Girlguiding UK is the leading charity for girls and young women in the UK. Thanks to the dedication and support of 100,000 amazing volunteers, we are active in every part of the UK, giving girls and young women a space where they can be themselves, have fun, build brilliant friendships, gain valuable life skills and make a positive difference to their lives and their communities. Although the Clyro Unit is nearing full it is hoped other new units may be opened in the area over time, subject to additional new leaders coming forward. More information about Girlguiding UK can be found on the website: www.girlguiding.org.uk Local enquiries can be directed to Ros Murphy at rosalynbailey@hotmail.com.

June 13th pizza meal deal

£12 before The Shakespeare Revue in the town hall

June 21st Father’s Day tea 3-5pm, live music

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Glasbury Arts Harp in the Park An Open Air Recital with Renowned Harpist Katherine Thomas and Guest Violinist Laurence Kempton. Sunday June 28th 2015, 2.30pm. In the Rose Garden, Gwernyfed High School. The programme ranges from the classical (Handel’s Sonata in D and Saint-Saëns’ Fantasy for violin and harp) to more contemporary (Tangos by Piazzolla), to some of the duo’s favourite songs from stage and screen. This is an event to which you can bring your own chair, cushion or blanket to sit on and, if you want to, a picnic. In the event of poor weather, the recital will take place in the drama studio. Ticket prices: £13, full price, £11 concessions (unwaged, students, over-60s). Member’s discount applies to both prices. Net proceeds are in aid of the Glasbury ArtsTheatr Brycheiniog Harp Summer School. Tickets: by telephone on 029 2071 3200 (Ticket Source) or online at www.glasburyarts.co.uk

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The 2nd is installed on the Village Hall wall in Clyro. Others have been allocated and will be fitted in the centre of Talgarth and in Hay-on-Wye.

The Black Mountains Lions Club

Heartstart Brecon have supplied the machines and the fitting is carried out by Brecon Fire and Safety.

The Black Mountains Lions have launched an exciting project by currently funding & supplying various sites in our community with defibrillators.

They are easy and failsafe to use – no training is required.

This important project has been undertaken by the Black Mountains Lions Club as after a cardiac arrest every minute without CPR reduces someone’s survival by 10%. In our scattered community it is therefore vital to have fast access to emergency aid and it is not always available. To date we have agreed 4 machines at a cost of £1500 each, plus fitting costs. The area of Three Cocks is served by the first machine which is installed outside the entrance to the Gwernyfed School Sports hall. The School is happy to maintain the machine as part of their extended service in the community.

Further funding by the Black Mountains Lions club has been allocated towards any future requests from our community. Anyone wishing further information please contact: Lion David James on 0845 8337403 Fairtrade Hay It seems like a long time ago now, but thank you to everyone who participated in our Fairtrade Fortnight celebrations back in February. We had an insightful and inspirational talk with a Malawian sugar farmer, Allan Saidi, and local journalist Oliver Balch. Sugar has remained on the Fairtrade agenda due to the planned removal of the quota on European sugar beet production. With more sugar produced

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in Europe, the livelihoods of Fairtrade farmers like Allan are under threat. Fairtrade Hay along with more than 70,000 others wrote to our MEPs about the far reaching impact of this decision. Jill Evans MEP shares our concerns and is raising the matter with the European Commission. Fairtrade Hay supported the fantastic Africa Day, organised by Medics4Timbuktu, at the Parish Hall during the Festival. We’re also thinking about a late summer get together so look out for posters or visit our Facebook page for details. We’ll be flying Hay’s flag at the International Fairtrade Towns Conference which takes place in Bristol in July. We’ll be discussing the importance of Fairtrade and finding out what other towns do to promote it in their areas. As summer comes upon us, don’t forget you can shop Fairtrade here in Hay. Eighteen Rabbit, Flow and Number Two offer Fairtrade clothing, and all of Hay’s grocery stores offer Fairtrade tea, coffee and sugar. There are some newcomers on the coffee shop front in Hay, so if they aren’t offering it already, please ask for a Fairtrade cuppa!

Glasbury Get Together Club Our April meeting enthused gardeners amongst us, when we welcomed Gareth Davis, a passionate rose grower. Slides from past times in Gareth’s garden recalled changes in style and planting and an abundance of colour. Questions answered as we travelled the journey. A really enjoyable afternoon, even for non gardeners. Next meeting is Wednesday, 24th June. We have a return visit from Val Tyler to Glasbury Village Hall, 2.30 - 4.30pm, when she will be talking about The Brontes. Raffle and refreshments later. Small items donated for raffle prizes always appreciated. Guests and new members welcome. Outing on Thursday, 11th June to Wales National Botanical Gardens. Booking £10 deposit please, travel cost depending on response. Leave Glasbury Village Hall 9.30am. Outing on Wednesday, 8th July to Hampton Court, Herefordshire. Details as above. Contact: Gloria 01497 847726 or Geraldine 01497 847697.

Wye Valley Autos

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CAR SALES, SERVICING & REPAIRS Unit 3, The Old Garage Whitney on Wye Hereford HR3 6ER

Electrical Contractor

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The Sixth Form also competed in 5 aside football and pupils took part in the Powys School Paddling Regatta.

Gwernyfed High School It has been a fantastic few sporting months here at Gwernyfed with pupils throughout the school taking part in many different sports events. Our congratulations go to the new Under 12 and Under 13 Powys Rugby Champions. PE teacher Mr Miller said ‘I am exceptionally proud of all who represented the school. They were fantastic on and off the pitch’. Well done boys! Nicola Jones took the schools various Badminton teams to compete in the South West Wales Badminton competition where they too were named the champions.

However, Sport is also being used to help encourage some of our younger pupils with their reading. The success of the Premier League Reading Stars pupils continued with a visit to Swansea City Academy training grounds and a tour of Liberty Stadium. The scheme continues to be very effective in motivating our children to read and improving literacy levels in boys.The boys were treated to a tour of the academy, watched the Under 18’s training and completed the day with a tour of the Liberty Stadium. The boys had a fantastic day – Bernie Leaman, Year 7 said – ‘Thanks for today Miss, it’s been really inspirational!’ Hayfield Organic Garden Work Days 2015 Wednesdays and Saturdays 10.00am - 1.00pm June: digging remaining beds, planting out seedlings. July: picking strawberries, gooseberries, broad beans etc. August: vegetable harvesting, more berries, planting winter crops. Regent House Clyro Herefordshire HR3 5SB

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interest group, will take us to the other end of the world in his talk on ‘Glaciation of Antarctica’ at 1.30pm. The entrance fee is £3 for members and £5 for non-members. Coffee from 10am; light lunches (booked on the day) from 12.15pm. Everyone is welcome and there is always weeding to be done. Those who work, share in the bounty and everyone else may buy up the surplus. Have a fruitful summer!

And don’t forget our Annual Garden Party on Tuesday 30th June - a date for your diary! For further information, see our website www.u3ahay. org.uk or phone Tricia Wordley on 01497 821595.

Hay U3A Have we got a treat in store at our next U3A meeting at The Swan at Hay on Tuesday 16th June, beginning at 10.30am! Kicking us off will be Professor Professor of Cultural Geography of Nottingham, who will give a ‘Bringing a Landscape to Life’ and what we see before us.

Stephen Daniels, at the University presentation on how to interpret

In the afternoon, James Cresswell, who is Director of GeoWorld Travel and well-known to the Geology

2015 The Poetry of Music June 24th 7pm - 9 pm with guests singer/songwriters Mark Venus and Onika Patterson

Tomatitos, Hay-on-Wye, HR3 5AA Get in touch to read your poetry on: 07961 589616 or www.griotsarts.com Join us for a great acoustic event.

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Animal Funeral Services Individual cremation service for all pets with collections either made from your home or veterinary practice. Individual cremations can be carried out and returned on the same day. Full range of caskets and memorials Equine collection and cremation service

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Jokes

by Father & Son

(Colan & James Badham) Visiting his grandparents, a small boy opened the big family Bible. He was fascinated as he fingered through the old pages. Suddenly, something fell out. He picked it up and found that it was an old leaf that had been pressed flat between the pages. “Mum, look what I found,” he called out. “What have you got there, dear?” his mother asked. “With astonishment in his voice, the boy answered, “I think it’s Adam’s underwear!”

A * Star Plumbing For all your Plumbing and Tiling requirements Specialising in complete bathroom installation Adam Reed ~ 7 Tai Canol Llangorse

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Suduko Place the numbers so that each row, column and box contains the numbers 1-9...good luck. 2 8

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Riding Lessons for Children & Adults All ages and abilities catered for

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Children’s Eye Assessment Contact lens fitting and follow-ups Optical coherence tomography (3-D eye scanning) Digital retinal photography Low vision assessment Red/sore eye assessment Dry eye assessment and treatment DVLA licence renewal eye testing Large frame selection and specialist lens advice Hearing tests available on request. Eye Plan direct debit scheme available for glasses and contact lenses

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Tregoyd Mountain Riders

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Oak Tree Funeral Services of Kington

We provide a very personal, professional and caring service in all areas and can be contacted at any time during the day or night.

Dolls House Fun Dolls, Dolls Houses & Furniture Art Materials, Art & Craft Lessons New books & clocks for sale

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.

Open 11am until 5pm Tuesday to Saturday Large amount of Dolls House items in stock

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Parking in front of the shop and house available Dolls House Fun: Mrs G Abel 19 Brecon Road, Hay-on-Wye, Hereford HR3 5DY

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J.GIBBONS . C FAMILY BUTCHERS 01497 820 636

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

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Family time …

Summer issue ...

Our Cariads Family Magazine has proven very popular with local families. I am a mother myself: step-son James who is 10 years old; Cariad who is 2 years old; and Otis who is just a few weeks old. I know first hand, especially with children of different ages, that I need to do my research for days out, places to shop, places to eat, holiday clubs, etc. Working on the last 3 issues of this publication has proved invaluable. Learning of places and services I didn’t know existed. And all relatively local. I don’t mind taking the family that little bit further on a family day out, so felt it important to show case some of these ideas too. For our Summer issue we have added Kington, Michaelchurch and Peterchurch to our list. We will now be delivering to Primary Schools, Nurseries, community points and tourist information centres in these additional areas (as well as our existing towns and villages). This issue will run from July – October 2015. If you would like to come aboard this exciting and growing magazine, please give us a tinkle or send us an email. See advert opposite.

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local family magazine If you offer a service, a product or events & classes for children aged 0 - 12 years then Cariads Local Family Magazine is right up your street! Before the 2015 Summer Holidays, this magazine will be packed into the Children’s bags at their School or Nursery, going direct to the decision makers the parents or carers. We are the only magazine of this kind to go to both Primary Schools AND Nurseries in the following areas: Brecon, Bronllys, Builth, Clifford, Clyro, Crickhowell, Eardisley, Hay, Kington, Llangattock, Llangorse, Llangynidr, Llyswen, Michaelchurch, Peterchurch, Sennybridge, Talgarth and Whitney. Also delivered to local community points and tourist information centres for visiting families.

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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. £6. 01497 822995. Mother & Tots Yoga: 9.30 – 10.30am. Brilley Village Hall. ‘Tots yoga is the highlight of our week! We’re all so positive and relaxed afterwards and I have made great friends’. Songs, yoga, stories, relaxation & friendship! Visit www.healingspirits.co.uk or contact Georgie 07807 550653. Life Drawing: 10am - 4pm at Clyro Village Hall. Beginners welcome. Contact 01497 831550. MODELS WANTED. Story Time at Hay Library: 11 – 11.30am. 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. Contact Jenny Martin 01497 831287. Friendship Club: (third Monday of the month) 2.30 - 4pm at Llanigon Village Hall. Tea, cakes and chat. Contact Ann Pritchard 01497 847221. Teen Boxing Circuits: 4.15 – 5pm. 5 weeks courses at Gym & Tonic. Max 10. Call 01497 822995 to book on to the next course. Ages 11 - 15 girls and boys all welcome.

Boxing Circuits suitable for everyone: 6 - 6.45pm at the Gym & Tonic Health Club. For men and women. £6. Contact 01497 822995. Spinning: 6pm and 7pm. Gwernyfed Sports Centre. Contact Jo Lord 07831 609889. 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.

£5 per session. Contact Emma Phillpotts on 01497 831704. Painscastle and Rhosgoch Parent and Tots: 9.30 – 11.30am. Painscastle Village Hall. A craft activity every week, a baking and soft play session once a month. £1 per child, snack for the child and tea/coffee for parent. A new friendly group and everyone is welcome. Muddy Puddles Playgroup: 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.

Llanigon YFC Meeting: 7 - 9.30pm at Llanigon Village Hall. Contact Philip Price 01497 847342.

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.

Short Mat Bowls: 7.30 - 9.30pm at Clyro Village Hall. All ages and levels of expertise welcome! Contact Liz Griffiths 01497 820570.

Art Class (any medium): 10.30am - 12.30pm at the Dolls House Fun, Hay. Contact Mrs Abel 01497 821913.

Bell Ringing Practice: 7.30pm at St.Peter’s Church, Glasbury. New ringers are always most welcome.

Shakespeare Play Readings: (Alternate Tuesdays) 2 - 5pm. Glasbury Village Hall. With the Willow Globe Theatre Company. Contact 01597 811487.

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 - 10am at the Gym and Tonic Health club. Suitable for everyone. £6 call G&T’s on 01497 822995. Yoga Active and Stretching: 9.15 – 11am at Cusop Village Hall. Come and join in our friendly group, Beginners and all levels welcome.

Slimming World: 5pm and 7pm. County Primary School, Oxford Street, Hay. Contact Helen 01497 822881 or 07939 114452. Boughrood Cycle Club: 6pm. Regular 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.

What’s on: during the week Athletic Pilates: 6 - 6.45pm at Gym & Tonic Health Club. Suitable for the more experienced or advanced fitness levels. £6. Contact G&T’s on 01497 822995. Ladies Running Club: 6.15pm. The Main Car Park, Hay. Contact Jo Lord 07831 609889. 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 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. Gwernyfed Hockey Club Training: 7 – 8pm Brecon Leisure Centre’s Astro. All abilities welcome. Contact Nicola Drew 07812691345. Talgarth YFC Meeting: 7 8.30pm at Gwernyfed Rugby Club, Talgarth.Contact Heather Summerfield 01874 711093. Gwent & Powys Army Cadet Force: 7 – 9pm. The Cadet Centre, Gypsy Castle, Hay. Contact CSM Dave Johnson 07411 248344.

Heart Healing Meditation Group: (First Tuesday of the month): 7.15pm. Health Matters in Hay, Broad Street, Hay. Contact 01497 851764 or 07749 391714. Hay Camera Club: 7.30pm at Llanigon Village Hall. Contact Christine Starnes 01981550589 or 07932716035 or Colin Laurence 01981 550069. 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. WEDNESDAY Bee Busy Playgroup: 9 – 11am. Clifford Community Centre. Creative play, making and baking for 0-4 years. £2 per child, includes snacks and coffee. Contact 07989 980601. Back to Basics – Group Personal Training: Core & Stretching: 9.30am.The Old Electric Shop, Hay. Contact Jo Lord 07831 609889. 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. Health Surgery: 10 – 10.45am Discuss YOUR health, take readings, chat about nutrition. No two sessions will ever be the same as this is client lead! Drop in. £6 (term time only). Gym & Tonic, Hay. Contact 01497 822995. Coffee morning:10.30am - 12 at Royston Hall, Bronllys. Coffee or tea and cake £1. Proceeds to the hall. Everyone welcome. Art Class (Any Medium): 11am – 1pm. Dolls House Fun, Hay. Contact Mrs Abel 01497 821913.

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. “Looking Good in the Walled Garden” – A Walk around the Walled Garden: 2pm and 3pm. The Walled Garden, Treberfydd. A walk to see and discuss what is looking good and what we are doing next, followed by tea and cake. No need to book. Contact 01874 730169. 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. 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. Tennis Club: 6.30pm onwards at the Tennis Courts Hay. Contact Alun Smith 07967914123. Pop up Poetry: 7pm (Last Wednesday of the month). Tomatitos, Hay.

What’s on: during the week 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. Contact: 01873 813756. Website:www.armycadets.com. Hay on WI: (2nd Wednesday of the month). 7.30pm. Cusop Village Hall. New members welcome. Contact 01497 822523. The Brecon Singers – Rehearsals: (term time only) 7.30 – 9.30pm. Neuadd Goffa, Christ College Brecon. We are now rehearsing Rossini’s Petite Messe Solonelle for our concert on 7th November. Contact 01874 658332. 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. Clyro Rainbows and Brownies: 3.45 – 5.15pm (term time only). Clyro Village Hall. Contact Ros Murphy 01497 831007. 1st Eardisley Rainbows (girls aged 5-7): 4.30 - 5.30pm. Term time only. Contact eardisleyrainbows@ hotmail.co.uk. 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. 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. 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 - 8.30pm 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. 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. Contact Janine Sharp (alias Linda Luvvie) 07733055430.

What’s on: during the week / month 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. Charity Quiz Night: 8.30pm at The Harp Inn, Glasbury. Contact 01497 847373. FRIDAY Beginner Pilates: 9.15 - 10am at the Gym & Tonic Health Club. Get stronger, longer, posturally correct with an expert in this field. Suitable for everyone. £6. Contact 01497 822995. Ladies Running Club: 9.30am. The Main Car Park, Hay. Contact Jo Lord 07831 609889. Kundalini Yoga: 10 – 11.30am. Richard Booth’s Bookshop Studio, Brook St, Hay. Kundalini Yoga for strength, energy, calm and deep relaxation. All welcome! Visit www.healingspirits.co.uk or contact Georgie 07807 550653. 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.

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. 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. Spinning: 6pm. Gwernyfed Sports Centre. Contact Jo Lord 07831 609889. GIGO: 6 - 6.30. ‘Get in get out’. Metabolic quickies ready for the weekend. Call 01497 822995 drop in. Check the web site for this class we sometimes have to cancel if Cat is on a weekend course. Gym and Tonic Health Club. Paleo Meet-up (First Friday of the month): 7pm. Cusop Village Hall, Hay. Join us for an informal get-together for anyone interested in the Paleo/Primal lifestyle. Everybody welcome. Contact 01874 624696. Black Lion Jazz: 8.30pm.The Old Black Lion, Lion Street, Hay. A Special guest jazz musician will join our regular performers on the last Friday of the month. Entry is free and all welcome. 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. 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. SUNDAY Talgarth Country Market: (first Sunday of the month) from 10am - 1pm in theTown Hall. 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 Now until 14th July The Hay Makers Gallery Summer Exhibition: The Hay Makers, St John’s Place, Hay. Contact 01497 820556. See advert on page 31. Saturday 6th June Car Boot Sale: 1 – 4pm (Sellers from midday): Gwernyfed High School, Three Cocks, LD3 0SG. All weather venue. Cars £6, vans £10. No booking required. Contact 01544 327716. See advert on page 63. Brecknock Young Farmers’ Club Annual Rally (Hosted by Llanigon YFC): Dan-y-Comin Farm, Felindre by kind permission of Mr Derek Davies, Miss Cheryl Lloyd and family.

What’s on: during the month Sunday 7th June More Mindfulness in Hay: 10am - 12noon. Cusop Village Hall. An introductory four-session course. Contact Claire Kerby 07971 816541.

Social Media Metting on File Sharing with DropBox: 8pm. Tomatitos, Lion Street, Hay. All welcome. Contact Lizzie Harper 01497 821578 or 07714 246447. Friday 12th June

Hay Hotfooters Running Club – The Magic Roundabout 10k Multi Terrain Race: 11am. The Begwns, 4 miles north of Hay. Contact Jo Lord 07831 609889.

Hay Dial-a-Ride: Trip to Llangoed Hall and afternoon tea. £6 plus tea. Members only. New members welcome and booking essential. Contact 01497 821616.

Monday 8th – Sunday 14th June

Get Quizzical – Pub Quiz: 8 – 11pm.The Globe @ Hay. Contact 01497 821762. See advert on page 23.

Carers Week: Powys Carers Service is the local voluntary organisation that offers free and confidential support, with information, advice, advocacy and counselling. Young Carers can meet in groups, have support at school and access trips and activities. Contact 01597 823800. See article on page 39. Tuesday 9th June NT Live – London Road (15): 6.45pm. Richard Booth’s Bookshop Cinema, Hay. Live Premiere + Q & A. Contact 01497 820322. See advert on page 64. Wednesday 10th June ROH – La Boheme: 7.15pm. Richard Booth’s Bookshop Cinema, Hay. Contact 01497 820322. See advert on page 64. Thursday 11th June Glasbury Get Together Club: Trip to Wales National Botanical Garden. Contact Gloria 01497 847726 or Geraldine 01497 847697. See article on page 45. Prize Bingo: 7pm, eyes down 7.30pm. Masonic Lodge, Brecon Rd, Hay. (Opposite the Dolls House Shop). Any prize donations welcome. Contact George 01497 821913.

Saturday 13th June Brecknock Farmers Market: 9.30am – 2pm. Brecon Market Hall. Contact 07805 375636. See advert on page 42. Green Party Lectures – Rediscovering the Discovered: 3.30pm. The Globe @ Hay. £2. Contact 01497 821762. See advert on page . Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th June Hardwicke Open Gardens: 11am – 5pm. The Gardens: Clock Mill, Hardwicke Green, Highfield, The Cottage,The Smithy. Refreshments, craft and plant sales. Admission to all gardens: Adults £5, children 10 – 18 £2.50, children under 10 free. Tickets, valid for the two days, may be purchased from any garden on the day. Proceeds to St Michael’s Hospice and Hardwicke Church Stained Glass Window Fund. See advert on page 16. Sunday 14th June More Mindfulness in Hay: 10am - 12noon. Cusop Village Hall. An introductory four-session course. Contact Claire Kerby 07971 816541.

Tuesday 16th June U3A Hay: – The Swan at Hay 10.30am – Morning session: Professor Stephen Daniels, Professor of Cultural Geography at the University of Nottingham, will give a presentation on ‘Bringing a Landscape to Life’ and how to interpret what we see before us. 1.30pm – Afternoon Session: James Cresswell, who is Director of GeoWorld Travel and well-known to the Geology interest group, will take us to the other end of the world in his talk on ‘Glaciation of Antarctica’. New members always welcome. Contact Tricia Wordley 01497 821595. See article on page 47. Thursday 18th June Lady Hawkins’ School & Sixth Form – Open Morning: 10am. Kington, HR5 3AR. Contact 01544 230441. See advert on page 38. Globe on Screen – Anthony & Cleopatra: 7pm. Richard Booth’s Bookshop Cinema, Hay. Contact 01497 820322. See advert on page 64. Thursday 18th – Saturday 20th June Finding Frank – Musical Drama: The Globe @ Hay. £3. Contact 01497 821762. See advert on page 23. Friday 19th June Antiques Valuation Day and Sale of Old and Collectable Items with “Halls”: 11am – 3pm. Castle Hotel, Brecon. Proceeds to Usk House with St David’s Hospice Care. Contact Sally Morris 01874 611717. Saturday 20th June Special Agincourt Brecknock Farmers Market: 9.30am – 4pm. BreconTown Centre. Contact 07805 375636. See advert on page 42.

What’s on: during the month / next month Rose Day: Talks at 11am and 1pm: The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks. Free talks by Gareth Davies, RNRS Rose advisor and judge. Contact 01497 847055. See advert inside front cover and article on page 7. Car Boot Sale:1 – 4pm (Sellers from midday): Gwernyfed High School, Three Cocks, LD3 0SG. All weather venue. Cars £6, vans £10. No booking required. Contact 01544 327716. See advert on page 63.

Friday 26th June Summer Wine and Desserts Evening: The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks. Taste a variety of summer wines and desserts with wine expert Ian Hudson. Booking essential, £7.50pp. Contact 01497 847055. See advert inside front cover. Daisy Chute: 8pm. The Globe @ Hay. £5. Contact 01497 821762. See advert on page 23. Friday 26th – Sunday 28th June

Memory Clinic + Gluefoot: 8pm. The Globe @ Hay. £3/4/5. Contact 01497 821762. See advert on page 23.

Bluegrass Picking Weekend: Clyro Court. Free entry. Contact 07812 102177 or 01981 510674.

Sunday 21st June

Brecknock Farmers Market: 9.30am – 2pm. Brecon Town Centre. Contact 07805 375636. See advert on page 42.

More Mindfulness in Hay: 10am - 12noon. Cusop Village Hall. An introductory four-session course. Contact Claire Kerby 07971 816541. Wednesday 24th June Glasbury Get Together Club: 2.30 – 4.30pm. Glasbury Village Hall. Val Tyler talks about the Brontes. Raffle and tea. Contact Gloria 01497 847726 or Geraldine 01497 847697. See article on page 45. Pop up Poetry: 7 - 9pm. Tomatitos, Hay. With guest singer/songwriters Mark Venus and Onika Patterson. Visit www. griotsarts.com. Contact 07961 589616. See advert on page 47 Thursday 25th June 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.

Saturday 27th June

Hay-on-Wye Summer Food Festival: 10am – 4.30pm. Memorial Car Park, Hay. Free entry. Contact Andrew Powell 07779 012019. See advert on back cover. Bryngywn RDA Open Day & Fete Celebrating 40 Years: Bryngywn Riding Centre. Stalls, activities and demonstrations. Contact Ruth Stevens 01497 851360. See article and advert on page 40. Open Gardens – Newport House (by kind permission of David and Jenny Watt): 11am – 5pm. Newport House Almeley, HR3 6LL. In aid of St. Michael’s Hospice. Adults £5, children under 14 free. Cream teas available. Also Aerial Dance performance at 3pm – “The Celtic 5th Element” performed by Aerial Dance Company Hereford. Aerial Dance Classes available through the day but booking is essential – (07411 026234 – Dance class booking). Contact St Michael’s Hospice 01432 851000.

Green Party Lectures – Think Globally, Act Locally: 3.30pm. The Globe @ Hay. £2. Contact 01497 821762. Reggae Pie: 8pm. The Globe @ Hay. £5/6/7. Contact 01497 821762. See advert on page 23 Saturday 27th June – Friday 10th July Treberfydd House and Gardens Open: 1pm – 6pm (Gardens), House tours at 2pm and 4pm. Treberfydd House, Llangasty, LD3 7PX. Contact 01874 730205. Sunday 28th June More Mindfulness in Hay: 10am - 12noon. Cusop Village Hall. An introductory four-session course. Contact Claire Kerby 07971 816541. Llyswen Open Gardens: 2 – 5pm. Entry to all 5 gardens - £3. Tea and cakes available. In aid of Llyswen Church. See advert and article on page 36. Glasbury Arts presents: “Harp in the Park”. 2.30pm. The Rose Garden, Gwernyfed High School, Three Cocks. Open air recital with renowned harpist Katherine Thomas and guest violinist Laurence Kempton. Tickets by telephone on 029 2071 3200 or visit www.glasburyarts.co.uk. See article on page 43. Tuesday 30th June Hay U3A – Annual Garden Party: Contact Tricia Wordley 01497 821595. See article on page 47. Saturday 4th July Car Boot Sale: 1 – 4pm (Sellers from midday): Gwernyfed High School, Three Cocks, LD3 0SG. All weather venue. Cars £6, vans £10. No booking required. Contact 01544 327716. See advert on page 63.

What’s on: next month Sunday 5th July

Sunday 26th July

The Third Dorstone Dawdle: 11am. 10k Multiterrain race and 4k Fun Run followed by BBQ and bar. Contact Susannah Garland 01981 550039 or 07557 049687. See advert on page 7.

17th Annual Kilvert’s Pilgrimage: 9am. Bryngwyn Church, HR5 3QL. Contact Adrian Chambers 01497 821414. See article and advert on page 32.

Thursday 8th July

“Once In A Blue Moon”: A night walk up Pen y Fan. Starts 9 9.30pm. Pont ar daf car park. Have you ever wondered where the expression “once in a blue moon” comes from? A blue moon occurs when there is a second full moon within a calendar month, and this rare event is next happening on Friday 31st July. To mark the occasion, Usk House with St David’s Hospice Care is organising this special event. Walkers will be able to watch the sun set and the moon rise. The route will be

Glasbury Get Together Club: Trip to Hampton Court. Contact Gloria 01497 847726 or Geraldine 01497 847697. See article on page 45. Saturday 18th July

Friday 31st July – Sunday 2nd August Talgarth & District Regeneration Group – Talgarth Sports 2015: 3 day sports festival. Contact 07725 111799. See advert on page 14.

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Car Boot Sale: 1 – 4pm (Sellers from midday): Gwernyfed High School, Three Cocks, LD3 0SG. All weather venue. Cars £6, vans £10. No booking required. Contact 01544 327716. See advert below.

Friday 31st July

marked and manned by the Brecon Mountain Rescue Team, and after some singing in true Welsh style on the summit, walkers can return to the car park where there will be refreshments and a Blue Moon certificate for all participants. The registration fee is £15, and under 12’s go free; all proceeds will go towards hospice care, both at Usk House Day Hospice, and in patients’ own homes. Visit www. stdavidshospicecare.org/eventdetails/once-in-a-blue-moon-walk. Contact Sally Morris at Usk House 01874 611717.

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FOR SALE LENOVO TABLET (TAB A7). Boxed, unused, and brand new. Worth £80 but will sell for £60. Tel: 01982 560235 or 07818 808445. MOUNTAIN BIKE. Good condition, 26” x 1.95 tyres. £40. Tel: 01874 624997. PENALTY SHOUT OUT GAME. £5. Tel: 01874 624997. SPIDERMAN ACTION GAME. Excellent condition, in box. Suits 6 - 10 yrs. £7. Tel: 01874 624997. MOONGOSE BMX BIKE. Bought last year hardly used, left in garage, sleek black, fully working. Offers around £70. Tel: 01874 658591. MOTOR CYCLE HELMET. As new. £40. Tel: 01497 847267. MOTOR CYCLE LEATHER JACKET. Medium. £35. Tel: 01497 847267. MOTOR CYCLE LEATHER TROUSERS. 38” waist. £20. Tel: 01497 847267. MOBILITY SCOOTER. ‘Road Knight’. Midi 4 wheel. Only used 5 times. £300.00 ONO. Tel: 01497 820278. LOVELY OAK TABLE WITH DRAWER AND SHELF (w.29.5”, d 15”, h 30”) £50. 01874 620606. BEECH BENTWOOD COAT AND HAT STAND. Suit bathroom, bedroom or hall. £75.00. Tel: 01874 620606. BURLEY FLUELESS GAS FIRE. With brass surround and remote control. As new £200, (cost £600). Tel: 01874 620606. NEW PHILIPS ELECTRIC JUICER. £25. Tel: 01874 620606. KENWOOD FOOD PROCESSOR (as new – basic model). £35. Tel: 01874 620606. DFS RED LEATHER CORNER SOFA. Excellent condition. Cost over £2000 new will sell for £350. Please ring Gareth on 07794 408548 for further information. Can be viewed in Bronllys. SPIDERMAN PUSH-BIKE. Black. Suit 5-6 yrs. £20 Tel: 07958 211 047. MOUNTAIN BIKE. Red & Grey. 6 years old. Suit 8-9 yrs. £25. Tel: 07958 211 047. 1 PAIR CRICKET WHITES. 100% polyester, 28-30” waist, 31” inside leg. Tel: 07780677299. 1 PAIR SHORT WHITE SPORTS SOCKS. Medium. Nearly new. £7. Tel: 07780677299.

RED IKEA CHAIR & FOOTSTOOL. Red corderoy fabric. Removable covers. Metal solid legs. Great condition. Selling due to lack of space. Collection from Winforton or could deliver for small fee. £50. Tel: 01544 327716.

WANTED PLASTIC FOOTBALL GOALS. In good condition. Tel: 01874 754236.

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