Wye Local May 2014 / issue 91

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May 2014 • Issue 91 The community magazine covering Hay, Talgarth and the surrounding villages

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Welcome The community magazine encouraging local residents to use what’s on their doorstep brilley • bronllys • bronydd • clifford • clyro cusop• eardisley • erwood • glasbury • hay letton • llandefalle • llanigon • llowes • llyswen pengenfford • pontithel • talgarth • three cocks trefecca • velindre • whitney • winforton

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May Competition Those lovely people at Hay Festival have very kindly given us 4 tickets for a family event at the Festival to the winner of this months Word Search. Have a look at their full programme at Hayfestival.org Winners of April Competition: Janet Mason, Clifford After all the disappointment ... the Car Boots are back on!

Wye Local Car Boot Sales 2014 1st Saturday of each month

7 Jun • 5 Jul • 2 Aug • 6 Sep

at Hay-on-Wye Primary School (Sat Nav HR3 5BT)

from 9.30am - 12midday (Sellers 8.45am • Buyers 9.30am) £6 per car • £12 per van • No booking required Contact 07971 446632 Like our Wye Local Facebook Page to get up to date information

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Wye Local cannot be held responsible for any inaccuracies in advertisements nor for any consequences arising from this. Wye Local cannot be held responsible for damage or loss of copy or error in printing. All artwork used in Wye Local must not be published in any other media without permission from Wye Local. Opinions expressed by contributors or advertisers are not necessarily those of the publisher.

As I write this, the Cheese Market has just had it’s Grand Opening. King Richard took centre stage! The last 6 years of hard work by the committee, all volunteers by the way, has clearly paid off.

The tiles are up along with information boards showing some of the local history. In the holiday flat above there is a book for all the people who paid for tiles – I’ll be sure to show James and Cariad Badham their names in black, calligraphy ink! Local Potter Pat Birks crafted the tiles, often I called in to her workshop whilst she was hard at work. Well done to all involved. Check out page 52 for their article and advert.

May is our busiest month of the year in this area as we are hosting the International Hay Literature Festival, bringing visitors from far and wide and ushering out the locals to enjoy an event on their doorstep. I myself am yet to take a look at the programme but I’ll be sure to book some events over the Half Term for James, Cariad, Co and me to enjoy.

We have got some exciting news to announce regarding our Car Boot Sales. Please do turn to page 36 to find out why we have had a change of heart.

Some lovely new advertisers have joined us this month. See if you can spot them throughout this issue and show your support.

Another member of our team has stepped up to do a food review.Turn to page 15 to see how Charlotte got on at The Bridge End Inn, Talgarth. Without giving too much away, Charlotte has volunteered to do others! If you run a local restaurant, pub, café or you produce something edible and would like one of our team members to come and do a review, please get in touch. Having a review in Wye Local is a good way to promote you to your local target audience.

Once again the What’s On listings cover a large array of events – something for everyone.

Enjoy, if the sun is shining I suggest a Pimms!

Lisa Marie x

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News from Talgarth

by Cllr. William Powell Powys County Councillor for Talgarth

HIGHLIGHTS

As well as producing the Wye Local 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 highlights of the April Local Beacon: • Kirsty Williams • Beacon Independent Financial Advice

Herefordshire & Mid-Wales

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• Get to really know Nigel • Llanegwyls Village • Brecon Plant Sale • PFS move site • Powys & BBNP Biodiversity Informatoin Service • Bishops Meadow Service Station • Cake Break’ in aid of the Multiple Sclerosis Society • 4 pages of event listings .........and much much more!

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As I draw together my thoughts for this month’s Wye Local column, the lambs in the fields all around are enjoying the warm sun on their backs and the weather prospects for the start of the Easter weekend seem to be set fair. There has also been something of a buzz around town these past few weeks, with a steady increase in visitor numbers, which can only be positive for the local economy. I hope that this will be sustained as we head towards the summer.

Some readers will know that I currently chair the National Assembly for Wales’ Petitions Committee - and in recent weeks we have received positive news on a number of fronts relating to the Committee’s work. Firstly, earlier in the month Prof Mark Drakeford AM, Minister for Health and Social Services, introduced a draft law in the field of public health. Amongst its recommendations is a proposal to require local authorities in Wales to maintain a network of public conveniences. This is a direct result of a petition on the subject that was presented to the Committee by Gwynedd County Councillor Louise Hughes, with the wholehearted backing of The Welsh Senate of Older People.

Secondly, last week saw the opening of a new state of the art renal unit at Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil. Again, this was in response to a petition, which I received on behalf of the Committee back in 2011, from kidney patient and campaigner Robert Kendrick of New Tredegar. One of his fellow campaigners was the late and much missed Hubert Mytton of Westfields, Talgarth who was himself a regular dialysis patient at Prince Charles Hospital. In January 2012, alongside my Plaid Cymru Committee colleague Bethan Jenkins AM, I undertook a site visit to the existing renal unit, which was obviously substandard in several important respects. Both cases show the potential that the National Assembly’s Petitions process has to effect change

in communities right across our country, improving the local quality of life. It demonstrates how grassroots campaigners can make a genuine difference. I salute the efforts of those who initiated both petitions, showing just what progress can be achieved, even when it seems to be against the odds.

I hope to see many of you around at community events in the coming weeks. The second annual Talgarth Walking Festival on the upcoming Bank Holiday weekend is a very exciting initiative and the culmination of a lot of commitment and hard work by the organizers. This involves collaboration with a range of businesses and local groups, all of them determined to build upon the foundations of last year’s success. Once again, we are at our best when we work together to achieve shared objectives. As I have commented previously, these days Talgarth’s glorious natural environment is being more fully appreciated and it is only right that our local economy should benefit directly from this, as we aim to make the town an even more attractive place for locals and visitors alike.

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@wales. gov.uk Alternatively, you can come along to my next advice surgery on Friday, 9th May from 5:00pm at Talgarth Tourist Information & Resource Centre.

Appointments are not essential – but advanced notice may be useful if the issues you wish to raise are complex. You can also pop into the TiRC to request a call from me on any issue which may be troubling you.

Best wishes William

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News from Glasbury Ward

by Chris Davies Powys County Councillor for Glasbury Last month I reported on the Budget at County Hall, well this month there have been budgets to agree for our local schools. As a Governor of Clyro and Gwernyfed I have deep concerns following the decisions made at County Hall and will keep a close eye on all future developments.

Many people will be delighted that Erwood Bridge reopened recently, three and a half months ahead of schedule. This closure caused enormous inconvenience to many people adding many miles to regular journeys. The recent wet weather caused a small landslip on the Cwmbach to Ffynnonn Gynnydd Road. I am able to report the road is now passable but the Council’s design team tell me that it will need to be closed in Mid-May, for approximately six weeks, for a full repair so please remember to find an alternative route.

My family and I were delighted to attend several local events recently including a wonderful dinner organised by the Painscastle Village Hall Committee.

This young team are keeping true community spirit

alive and work very hard to keep the centre of this beautiful valley so active. We have now had our share of Bingo, with two highly successful family events – one in Painscastle and the other in Hay School both helping raise much needed funds. Congratulations must also go to all the team at Black Mountain Activities in Three Cocks who held a fabulous charity day in aid of Usk House Cancer Centre in Brecon.

On a wet Sunday afternoon, children ‘dragged’ their parents (including me) from miles around to an event that was great fun and was certainly not to be missed.

As we move into May we can feel the anticipation building for some of the area’s annual highlights including The Hay Literary Festival and The Royal Welsh Spring Festival. I hope to see you all at these and at many other local events.

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

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Gardening Column

Plant of the month: Pelargoniums Commonly referred to as Geraniums The favourite windowsill plant of cottage gardens and grown widely in all gardens in summer. It’s so well known that it is hardly necessary to describe the large, ball-shaped heads of florets in a range of whites, pinks and reds, some with attractive markings on the petals. Many have two-colour zoning on the leaves and there are also variegated varieties.

Pelargoniums are almost all tender, evergreen plants of South African origin. When introduced to Britain they were given the common name Geranium because of their similarity to the equally wonderful, but hardy Geraniums or Cranesbills, which are also a “must have� plant for all gardens.

Pelargoniums are broadly divided into four main groups Zonal, Regal, Ivy Leaved or trailing and Scented leaved - showing how versatile the plants are. They are perfect for tubs, troughs, hanging baskets and bedding schemes in borders.

Pelargoniums benefit from regular feeding, deadheading and watering and prefer an open, sunny site.

On their own taking centre stage or planted with other summer plants such as Lobelia, Fuchsia and Petunia they are worthy of a place in every garden.

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We really are what we eat!

Are you feeling run down, susceptible to all sorts of cold and flu? Spending a small fortune on hair and make-up products to add gloss and lustre? Skin a little dry? That dratted mirror making you look older than you are?

Well: Running the Weight & See course for the last 6 weeks (4 to go), I’ve been helping them rediscover their vitality as they shed body fat. We all do this journey together but at our own pace. It’s had me walking the walk as never before and really examining what I do, how I train, what I eat. The a of it all makes us focus on this simple and well-worn sentence, but one we disregard at our peril; We really ARE what we eat and MANY of the illnesses, ailments, skin complaints, PMS, menopausal symptoms, and even how we LOOK are often dramatically changed once you start to introduce fresh wholesome foods IN and take sugar, alcohol, (sometimes dairy, sometimes wheat), OUT. I am compelled to say here – always seek your Doctor’s advice if you’re not sure where to head, but with a little professional help from a Personal Trainer, Nutritionist, or even some very good books, it is

simply not a problem as there are alternatives galore these days. Add in lots of water or herbal teas and your hair, nails and skin will soon take on a new sheen.

Do you know many back aches are literally caused by de-hydration? Try water! Add seeds, fish, a few nuts and heaps of vegetables and many further complaints would disappear. Even depression and mood can be lifted with the right foods (e-mail me for further worksheets on this – it’s too huge a subject to cover here). You can easily carry a food intolerance that might manifest in ways you’d never imagine. Hives, muscle and joint pain, mucus formation, rhinitis (a drippy nose), sore throats, muzzy headedness.. too many to list here. Go to your surgery or Google any of the complaints above and you’ll get a lot of medicinal advice, and pharmaceutical pills to pop.

With minor problems, try food first (with good advice behind you as it can be a minefield). At the very least follow taking out the baddies and introducing known goodies and see what happens! Happy May. Cat Article supplied by Cat Lawford Health consultant for Gym & Tonic

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Local Talent: Charlotte Lloyd Artists Names? Charlotte Lloyd Type of Artist? (Smart Cookie) Graphic Designer Range of Products: Bespoke invites, Business Cards, Business/Company Branding, Flyers, Menus, Booklets and any other form of stationery design.

Where can your products be purchased? On line at www.smart-cookiedesign.co.uk Price range?

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Have you any future plans for your work?

Some exciting projects and Graphic Design work up my sleeve and I will continue working with couples to produce their special bespoke Wedding Stationery.

What advice would you give a local artist? Go with your gut feeling and be confident in what you do. Don’t be afraid to try new things.

How long have you been an artist? Since I was very young I have always been interested in art as my Dad’s side of the family are very good with a pencil!

Where did you train or gain experience?

After leaving school I went on to Hereford Art College where I studied a variety of design media. After leaving Hereford I went on to Kent Institute of Art & Design where I completed my BA (Hons) in Visual Communication in Graphic Design.

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publish. It’s full of information and local (wedding supplier) contacts for any bride and groom planning a wedding.

The Top Tier Guide is handed out at local wedding fayres.

What has been your proudest moment?

Being nominated 2 years in a row for best Wedding Stationery in Wales by the Welsh Wedding Awards.

What would you class as ‘your masterpiece’?

Not sure I have a ‘masterpiece’ yet! I love working with couples planning their wedding to ensure they get the exact wedding stationery they have in mind. I’m also pretty chuffed with my Top Tier Guide which is a booklet I

What other local artists do you admire? I love fresh branding, so what catches my eye is new and innovative design. So new sign work or interesting fonts used to create impact.

Artist statement: Design surrounds us everywhere.

We forget how a good design can work to help promote our business or convey a message we would like to share. I’m lucky enough to work with great people and develop their design ideas into something that is memorable, whether it’s an invite for their special day or a design and branding project for their company or event.

If you need help with any design project or Bespoke invites for an event I’m more than happy to share my knowledge and experience to help you create that ‘wow’ factor. Free quotes available.

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The Thoughts of a Greengrocer Sitting down to write this article my thoughts are very mixed this month. The weather is quite good with some lovely days and everything is growing well.

It’s been an excellent start to the asparagus season with the forced stuff being good and now the very thin asparagus known as sprue being really tasty and tender - it chops nicely raw into a green salad.

Not much else of the local or British produce yet but we’ve had lovely Jersey Royals, some good Mallorcan new potatoes and now the tomatoes from Sicily are coming, they taste so much better than greenhouse crops. Also the leafy lemons from southern Italy which are unwaxed and unsprayed. We get sent what the Italians call the smaller ones although they are usually quite a bit larger than standard commercial lemons; in Italy they can grow to be like footballs. For those who like liqueurs the Limoncella made using these lemons is quite superb.

All this is good but there is a cloud on the horizon.

A couple of weeks ago I saw a very brief article in the Daily Telegraph about the EU banning the import of Indian mangoes. These mangoes are absolutely wonderful and will be greatly missed this summer.

Already I have been told by one of the standholders in Birmingham Wholesale Market that other similar mangoes from different supplier countries are too dear to buy and so he will be missing out on one of his more important lines for a couple of years.

Whether there is a good reason for this or just the usual petty-fogging nonsense whilst Europe is trying to prevent open competition I do not know. But I know what I think!

Soon we can look forward to proper English strawberries followed by the raspberries. At the same time local peas and broad beans should be around. Last year the Pembrokeshire potatoes were a disappointment, I hope they are better this time as they can make exceptional eating.

Good luck to anyone trying to maintain the newly recommended diet of 10 fruit or veg per day. I shall do my best to supply you but won’t blame you if you get bored with it. At the end of this month is the Festival, I hope you all have a lovely time during those ten or more days.

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Build your own meal what a treat!

Next came the main courses which were both good sized portions. Lee polished off his dinner in no time which I believe is a good sign. New to Sea Bass, I really enjoyed this dish as a refreshing change from what I would usually go for, it was very flavoursome with some great textures.

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Lee and I were lucky enough to have the chance to visit The Bridge End Inn, Talgarth, for our first food review.

After a recent much needed refurbishment, The Bridge Inn, nestled in the centre of the Market town of Talgarth, really is a delight to visit. Roaring log fires and country decor (and a warm welcome) has brought this lovely pub back to life. It really is a pleasant surprise.

We were seated in the cellar which is away from the hustle and bustle of the bar and it was lovely to see quite a few local faces dining around us.

The menu has a huge choice of seasonal meat and vegetarian options with a sauce to compliment each dish what ever you fancy from Italian, Indian or American this menu has something for everyone!

Plus additional choices on the Specials board which are on offer throughout the week too. It’s lovely to know that all meat is locally sourced and meals are freshly prepared.

We decided to go for the shared platter for our starter and for my main meal I chose the Fillet of Sea Bass with Chorizo & bean stew, Spanish style rice with roasted vegetables and bread, from the Specials Board. Lee selected the ‘Build your own meal’ which we both thought was a really good idea! First you choose the protein element of your meal then the sauce followed by carbs and the bit on the side. Lee had Welsh Lamb with the deep south sauce, accompanied by chips and garlic bread.

We were very impressed with the presentation of the platter when it arrived which comprised of cured meats, cheese, olives, sundried tomatoes, olive oil, bread, aioli and salad. It was a nice light starter full of flavour which we would both recommend.

We had a lovely relaxed evening with great service, attentive staff and delicious food and drink.We’d highly recommend the Bridge for a meal out with friends or family.

Thank you Jane, chef Pete and the Staff at the The Bridge Inn for a lovely dining experience. We’ll be back soon to try one of those steaks!

Article written by Charlotte Lloyd.

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School Focus Michaelchurch Escley Michaelchurch Escley Primary School is a dynamic, rural school only a few miles outside of Hay, in the foothills of the Black Mountains.

“We are one of the most rural schools in Britain,” a parent says, “and our children benefit from such a special experience here. They have great teachers to guide their learning and they get to do it in a really beautiful and warm-hearted place.”

Through Michaelchurch’s determination to make the most of its unique setting and child-centred ethos the school has gained the support of the Wye Nature group. This group have put their free school application on hold and are now supporting Michaelchurch to further emphasise outdoor learning and move towards topic-based delivery of the National Curriculum through use of the International Primary Curriculum (IPC). The Wye Nature Project Co-ordinator, Diahann Hughes Hawkins, whose daughter will join the school after the Easter break

and whose son will attend the preschool currently being planned, says she is confident their family have found a school which will offer their children a high quality of education, “but not at the expense of their happiness or childhood”. She continues “To our knowledge this is the first time free school thinking and energy has been harnessed to co-create a vision of educational approach delivered by a Local Authority school and we’re really excited about what we can achieve”.

Michaelchurch recently recruited a new permanent Early Years teacher and by the time this goes to press there will be a new Head in place. Both are committed to helping the school achieve its vision and will be warmly welcomed when they, along with some new children, join the school after Easter.

If you think you’d like to look around the school yourself, you can get in touch direct or attend one of the many open days or outdoor events that are planned over the coming months. Details can be found at www.michaelchurch-escley.hereford.sch.uk

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Poem Corner

BRECON PLANT FAIR SATURDAY 17TH MAY

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10.30am – 2.30pm

Turning out the drawers In anticipation of the inevitable, Agonising over what to keep And what to discard – My eyes are drawn to a

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Tarnished old medal lurking in a corner.

Picking it up, I turn it over; On the reverse side it reads: “Ladies hundred yards sprint champion 1954” I tossed it back in the drawer, Retrieved it, cast it away once more.

ADMISSION £2.50 CHILDREN FREE Guided tours of Treberfydd, a Grade 1 Listed Gothic Revival House (extra charge) and Visit the recently revitalised plant nursery in The Walled Garden.

And wondered: How had this medal escaped All previous purges on relics Of past endeavour.

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Looking back, how could I ever Have thought in life the only aim – Another gong, a bit more fame.

Get to your marks, wait for the gun…

Another race that must be won.

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Jokes What did the bra say to the bowler hat?

You go on a head and I’ll give these two a lift.

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

CSM COURT N E Y M E TC A L F E DOMESTIC PLUMBING SERVICES

Insurance Quotes Welcome Friendly & Reliable Service

Mini Digger and Dumper Hire All work fully insured

Telephone 01497 822 550 07779 246 267

Specialist HETAS engineer WOOD AND MULTI FUEL INSTALLATION Hay-on-Wye M: 07875438530 T:01497 820529 E:courtneymetcalfe@yahoo.co.uk

A Welsh-man just used a pencil.

green fingers landscape professional landscaping service All aspects of hard and soft landscaping from groundworks to finished highly detailed work.

Including drives, walling, patios, lawns, fencing, water features, planting, drainage.

Quality of workmanship, attention to detail and customer satisfaction are paramount.

www.greenfingerslandscape.co.uk Nick Leakey – Established over 25 years Mobile: 07831 884262 Email: info@greenfingerslandscape.co.uk

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

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The Woodland

Davies Partnership LLP

SOLICITORS - CYFREITHWYR Legal Services

For all your private and commercial needs

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Company Matters Debt Recovery Employment Advice Estate Management Farming and Agricultural Matters Home Moving Leases/Conveyancing Legal Disputes Matrimonial Matters Probate Wills

Wild in May

Protecting wildlife for the future

The Holly Blue is a tiny butterfly. Its closed wings are the size of my thumb-nail, chalky with black dots below, and bright blue above. The dark edges on this one show that it is a female. Settled in a sunny spot she may bask unnoticed, only catching your attention in quick silvery flight.

Butterflies out now have emerged from pupae formed last autumn. These females lay eggs on the buds of Holly which the green caterpillars eat. When this early generation pupates and emerges to fly in late summer Holly is no longer suitable so they lay eggs on the fresh buds of Ivy instead. And so the cycle continues.

Holly Blues have been extending their range northward, perhaps in response to climate change.

In Wales they are now widespread where their common food plants grow but numbers vary from year to year. They are likely to be among the butterflies in the wild flower meadow and lovely gardens at Caer Beris Manor in Builth Wells which open for the National Gardens Scheme on Bank

Holiday Monday 26 May. The rhododendrons and azaleas should be looking spectacular. Details are at www.caerberis.com.

Acanthus Curtains

Beacons Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning

Phil Swaine

• High Powered • Truck Mounted • Steam Cleaning • Fast Drying • We Don’t Use Your Water

Hay-on-Wye 01497 820406 Brecon 01874 624422 Hereford 01432 353727

• We Don’t Use Your Electric • Safe & Pet Friendly Chemicals • Fully Insured

General Handyman Home & Garden Call: Simon on 07813261697 Jobs • Repairs • Small Email: s.penny96@hotmail.com • Larger Projects

“Make the mostPlant of your home” Llanigon Hire

Please note that we do not carry out any criminal work Telephone our offices to make an appointment

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•Curtains •Blinds •Loose Covers •Made to Measure

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

Contact: Rebecca Rogers Tel: 01544 370 688 Email: acanthuscurtains@gmail.com

01497 847880 (24hr) Registered carrier of waste

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Art Photography?

Mark is holding two free exhibitions in May. One in the beautiful setting of The Old Conservatory at Treberfydd House, near Llangorse, where he will be showing his large artworks and the other in the convivial surroundings of The Dragon Inn, Crickhowell. See What’s On for details.

Mark’s favourite subjects are trees and woodlands.

Trees provide us with food, shelter, shade and fuel but also possess a natural beauty of form. This is not only true for a single tree but also for woodlands and tree-filled landscapes as well as for the individual elements that make up a tree – its fruit, seeds, buds, flowers, leaves and bark.

Mark makes his own art prints in his studio in The Black Mountains near Talgarth. These artworks are quite unlike traditional photographs and always generate a great deal of interest, eliciting comments such as “Surely that’s not a photograph!”

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Windows XP

Hello everyone, a final reminder here about Windows XP end of life on April 8th, 2014. Few things to keep in mind...

Yes, your computer should still work after April 8th, 2014. But will it be safe? Microsoft will not secure the computer or send out updates anymore, which can leave your computer in a vulnerable state for attacks/viruses/or just programs not working anymore. As well, some of your business programs might not work or fail. At this point, until the day it stops, we don’t really know what will work, what won’t or what will break.

A few recommendations...

Back up all of your data on a daily or weekly basis if you intend to continue using it.

If you have a business computer with Windows XP, it’s not recommended to continue using it, but again...it’s YOUR choice.

Call Nic on: 01874 754468 if you have any XP or PC related questions.

SHINE

TARM

Painter, Decorator & General Building Maintenance

Mobile Hairdressing All aspects of ladies

• Interior • Patio • Exterior • Pointing • Lime Wash • Fencing

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experienced stylist

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Call Jane for an appointment on

07974 779363

Gift Vouchers Available

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Divas of Jazz Exceptional singer and songwriter Juliet Kelly, who has taken the jazz scene by storm, presents a tribute to the jazz divas that have inspired and influenced

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her. With her distinctive velvety voice and ‘glam jazz’

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style, Juliet’s performance includes songs from iconic

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jazz vocalists including Nina Simone, Ella Fitzgerald and Billie Holliday and showcases popular favourites

abundant fresh herbs

as well as lesser-known gems. Juliet is accompanied by an excellent pianist.

This will be another evening of high class music

Lovely things for indoors and out

FLOWERS

supported by Arts Alive.

for the cutting garden

At Winforton Community Hall on Friday 16th May at 7.45pm. Tickets £8 Children £5.00; and Family Tickets £20 - £25. Call 01544 328425

Find us in the The Old Stables, The Cobbles, Hay Castle.

Note:The Sun Inn, Winforton, will be offering special pre-show dinners from 6.30pm – call 01544 327677.

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

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

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Artists back at Hay Festival Hay-on-Wye artists Richard Evans and Shelley Faye Lazar are delighted to be participating on site at the Hay Festival again this year.

Known for his iconic album covers, Richard has added new limited-edition artworks to his collection, exhibiting his absorbing and illustrative graphic style Shelley has her brilliant, colourful and complimentary array of crêpe de Chine silk scarves and her ‘Big Scarves’ in an 80% pashmina wool and 20% silk mix.

Husband and wife, they share the space together.

Please come and say hello, browse and treat yourselves!

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

www.baskervillehall.co.uk

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Herbfarmacy organic skin care After last year’s retail success, both on-site at The Hay Festival and at our old shop in Hay the herbfarmacy Shop is back again on Broad Street.

We are really looking forward to seeing many of our existing customers, both local & those visiting, whilst also welcoming new ones.

Over the last year or so the herbfarmacy business has expanded both nationally & internationally; increasing our presence in London & Hong Kong and successfully launching herbfarmacy in Japan, among other locations.

The herbfarmacy range of products has also blossomed over the last couple of years, involving the launch of several new products and winning yet more awards.

The most recent addition to the range being our Exfoliating Cleanser containing marshmallow and apricot kernel oils, jojoba beads and white clay, and using the key herbs of Marshmallow, which is both

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nurturing, protective and moisturising, leaving your skin feeling soft and silky, and Calendula which is a fantastic conditioner for irritated or sensitive skin The ‘Festival Pop Up Shop’, run by Ros Murphy, can be found in the old shop premises at 22 Broad Street (a short walk up from The Globe & just across from the Three Tuns) and will be open throughout the Festival period.

The full product range will be available alongside some other, selectively chosen, products and gifts, in keeping with the herbfarmacy ethos.

For more information, Festival offers and to sample the full range of products do come and see us between 22nd May & 1st June.

Craig Pritchard

Competitive rates - fast results

Tel: 01497 847183

Electrical Contractor

Email: will@phonecoop.coop

www.willlewisphotography.co.uk

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

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THE TRAM INN Traditional Country Freehouse Real Ales, Home Cooked Meals & Lovely Family Garden

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organic skin care Full range of the award winning herbfarmacy products to sample & buy, including special Festival offers!

Shop open 22nd May - 1st June between 10am-6pm

Award-winning skin care handmade organically in Herefordshire.

All enquiries to Ros Murphy on 07799 652120 22 Broad street, Hay on Wye (across from The Three Tuns).

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CAMPING DEALS

Summer barbecue and wine tasting evening The Old Railway Line Garden Centre in Powys is hosting a summer barbecue and wine tasting evening on Friday, June 6th from 6.30pm.

There will be a variety of barbecued dishes available in the Railway Restaurant as well as a talk on wine.

Katie Cleary, Shop Manager, explained: “Our expert will be chatting to guests about wines that make the perfect accompaniment to the summer months.

There will also be a range of wines for people to taste.

“A variety of salads, pastas and barbecued meats will be available from our restaurant counter for people to enjoy after hearing our expert talk.”

Booking for the event is necessary and can be done by calling the garden centre or visiting the reception desk. Tickets will cost £15 per person and include food and wine tasters.

Katie added: “It’s a great opportunity for people to learn more about different varieties of wine as well as barbecuing various foods. The wines tasted on the night will be available for people to purchase and take home with them.”

For further information, please call The Old Railway Line Garden Centre at Three Cocks in Brecon on: 01497 847055 or visit www.oldrailwaylinenursery.co.uk.

LOADS MORE DEALS AVAILABLE IN STORE INCLUDING WELLIES, SLEEPING BAGS, TARPAULINS, TORCHES AND MUCH MORE HARDWARE DIY, COOKSHOP 11-12 Castle Street, Hay-on-Wye

Tel: 01497 820760 www.joneshomehardware.co.uk

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Car Boots return!

Brian Dennis & Son 61 VW Passat Estate Se 2.0 TDI BM tech, Silver, 64,000 miles £11895 60 Ford Focus Zetec 1.8, 5 door , Blue £6795 60 VW Golf Match 1.6 TDI , 5 door, Black £11895 10 VW Golf Se TSI 1.4, 5 door, Black, 56,400 miles £8595 08 Toyota Yaris 1.3 Tr, Alloys, Aircon, 5 door, Red £5395 57 BMW 320d se, grey, 96,000 miles £6795 07 Honda Civic Se I-CDTI, 5 door, Silver, 67,miles £5395 57 Seat Leon Ref 1.9 Tdi, 62,000 miles, 5 door, Black £5295 56 Ford Fiesta Style Tdci, Aircon, Silver, 75,000 miles £3400 06 Ford Focus 1.6 Lx, Alloys, Aircon, 5 door, 54,000 miles, Blue £2595 55 Ford Focus 1.8 Tdci, Sliver 5 doors, 61,000 miles £3995 55 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2 3 door, Sliver £2395 55 Ford Fiesta Style 1.4 Tdci, white, 102,000 miles £2495 04 Mini One D, Gold, 77,000 miles £4395 98 Ford Fiesta 1.2 £850 57 Ford Ranger Pick up £5295 06 Iveco EuroCargo 75e17 05 Ford Connect 230 £2595 08 Ford Transit Mwb £5400 99 Leyland Daf 45 130

Back in March we announced we wouldn’t be running the Car Boot Sales in Hay during 2014 ...

Since then I have received several phone calls per week, many many emails and people stopping me in the street – all disappointed with the news.

With this in mind we have come up with a compromise. We have now planned four Sales, each on the first Saturday of the month, starting in June and ending in September. Please see our advert below for actual dates and more details.

Many years ago when the Wye Local Car Boot Sales started up there was a lovely community feel – let’s get that back. Booters used to have ‘clear outs’ to the benefit of the buyers. Over the years I picked up some right bargains, a football table for James being the most memorable. Not to mention the many fruit and vegetable plants that provide for us year upon year.

If you’ve been thinking of doing a boot yourself, perhaps your children have outgrown their toys and clothes? Or maybe you can’t get into your spare room? We try to create a very relaxed feel to our Car Boot Sales, giving you 45 minutes to set up without buyers asking questions, buyers will not be allowed to enter the site until 9.30am.

Please do support this local event, whether you’re a seller or a buyer. A donation goes to the local School at the end and any profit goes back into this community magazine.

My dad and I look forward to kicking things off on Saturday 7th June. Here’s hoping to dry weather!

Lisa Marie x After all the disappointment ... the Car Boots are back on!

CQC Registered

Homecare Providers We Offer Personal Care Services To Help You Stay At Home From helping you to start the day with personal care, washing dressing & breakfast. Assist with medicines.

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

Wye Local Car Boot Sales 2014 1st Saturday of each month

Talk to Samantha or Sandra on

7 Jun • 5 Jul • 2 Aug • 6 Sep

Tel: 01544 230321

at Hay-on-Wye Primary School (Sat Nav HR3 5BT)

from 9.30am - 12midday (Sellers 8.45am • Buyers 9.30am) £6 per car • £12 per van • No booking required Contact 07971 446632 Like our Wye Local

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Courtesy cars and vans available Cars and vans to order HGV Testing Station Thursdays & Fridays Class 4,5 & 7 Mots

Tel: 01497 820341 Eve: 01497 821400 See the cars at: dennismotorsport.co.uk

Old Forge Garage, Llanigon, Hay on Wye, Hereford

Guy Notman Upholstery Reupholstery and loose covers 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

Tel: 01497842602 Mob: 07968144727

Facebook Page to get up to date information

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Great line-up for Hay Festival Hay Festival runs from 22nd May to 1st June 2014 with a vibrant mix of stories, ideas and celebrations.

Screenwriters feature prominently with the first Hay appearance of Hollywood legend Carrie Fisher and the creators of the award-winning Philomena – Steve Coogan and director Stephen Frears; Dr Who and Sherlock screenwriter Steven Moffat talks to Alan Yentob; Tom Hollander discusses Rev; Call the Midwife writers Heidi Thomas and Pippa Harris talk about their programme and are joined by one of the stars, Jenny Agutter.

Heading up the fiction bill, alongside the great Toni Morrison, are Ian McEwan previewing his new book, thriller writer Robert Harris and crime writer Lynda La Plante.

There is music to dance to with Cerys Matthews, Toumani and Sidiki Diabaté, Hugh Masekela and Sam Lee. Comedy favourites Bill Bailey, Frank Skinner and Marcus Brigstocke return to the festival. Hay Festival also welcomes Susan Calman, Al Murray and Katherine Ryan.

Tastebuds are to be tempted with chefs Antonio Carluccio and Mary Berry.

greats Geoff Hurst, Ossie Ardiles and Ricardo

Villa as they give their take on the upcoming World Cup, and England defender Sol Campbell discusses his harrowing memoir.

Topping the Hay Fever bill, children and young adults can enjoy Julia Donaldson as she celebrates the Gruffalo’s 15th birthday; CBeebies star Justin Fletcher; Henry Winkler, aka the Fonz and author of the Hank Zipzer series; Anthony Horowitz, Alex Rider creator and Cressida Cowell, author of the How to Train Your Dragon series. There is fiction fun with Michael Morpurgo; Lauren Child and her Clarice Bean books; Jacqueline Wilson as she presents Paws and Whiskers; while Francesca Simon celebrates Horrid Henry’s 20th birthday.

Bring younger children to meet Kipper, Peter Rabbit and Miffy. They can listen to Korky Paul with Winnie The Witch, David Melling with Hugless Douglas and join in We’re Going on a Bear Hunt with Middleton Mann’s interactive story.

Fans of the beautiful game can join football

To see full listings and book tickets visit the box office at www.hayfestival.org or telephone 01497 822629

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We hire Vintage VW Campervans for Long & Short Breaks, Weddings & Special Occasions.

Sit back, relax and drive a Vintage Volkswagen Visit our website for more information or call us today!

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The Radnor Arms

COACH HOUSE INTERIORS

A friendly family business offering:• A wide selection of well priced fabrics and gifts in stock • Extensive Range of Pattern Books • Curtain Making Service • In- house workroom for all your soft furnishing requirements • Gifts & Accessories for the Home • Upholstery Work Undertaken

What a laugh!

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Joinery LTD

We Are Open

JDW JOINERY LTD is a family run company specialising in the design and manufacture of purpose made joinery.

Looking forward to seeing you at The Coach House, Brobury House, Bredwardine, Hereford Tel: 01981 500777 www.coachhouse-interiors.com Ample Free Parking

Which includes: Windows, Doors, Frames & Screens, Oak Framed Porches, Sunrooms/Conservatories, Staircases, Handmade Kitchens – with design & installation.

Sunday 11th & 18th May 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

OPENING TIMES: MON-FRI 10-5PM SAT 10-4PM

Festival Opening hours 22nd May - 1st June Daily from 4pm, Food 5-9pm Sunday 25th May 10.30am-10.30pm, food 12-2-30pm, 5-9pm Sunday 1st June 10.30am-3pm, food 12.30-2pm See website for full menu Booking advisable Amusing cAckle chortle chuckle comedy comic comicAl crow drow droll fArce fArcicAl fun giggle glee

Don’t forget our Taxi Deal you pay for the outward journey from Hay, and we pay the return fare - please call

Cleaning Services Wooden Floor Sanding Service

Booktown Taxis on: 07881726547

Friday lunchtime special

Carpet and Upholstery cleaning

deep fried haddock fillet in Butty Bach

Most types of flooring machined scrubbed and re-sealed

batter and chips for £5.50, add a pud for £2.50

Available from Wednesday lunchtime until Saturday evening full a la carte menu and tapas starter selection

Pressure washing of patios Insurance work

except festival fortnight

We also undertake Sanding and Re-sealing of wooden floors: Sanding and re-sealing of your old wooden floors will not only enhance the appearance but add value to your property!

Please contact us for your free no obligation quotation:

01544 327711 / 07795 328346

For any further enquires on your cleaning requirements please contact 07989668063 for your free quotation

Email: jdwjoinery@gmail.com

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Great Sunday lunches from £7.50 The management reserves the right to

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for the chance to win 4 tickets for a For the chance to WIN 4 tickets for a family family event at the Hay Festival please event at the Festival. Please complete theHaywordsearch, fill complete in the the wordsearch, fill in the details below details below and send to Local Beacon. Closing and send to Wye Local (address is on page 1). date is the 16th May.

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J.GIBBONS .

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Rug Washing, Repair & Livery Services

FAMILY BUTCHERS 01497 820 636

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

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(Formerly Austin Price Drain Services)

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Give us a call on 01874 622215 or 07850 269305

SPECIALIZING IN • RENOVATIONS INCLUDING BATHROOMS AND KITCHENS • EXTENSIONS • ROOFING

Jetting • CCTV Camera Surveying • Repairs • Tank Emptying

All enquires welcome

For a full price list and more details visit our website

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Best Butchers Shop - Wales Area “Judged on availability of quality

proven local sourced food & high

standards of service to customers”

Quality Local Farmed

• Beef • Lamb • Pork • Fresh Farm Chickens • Home-Made Sausages • Faggots • Home-Cured Bacon Gorgeous Meat Pies • Pasties • Sausage Rolls cooked fresh every morning Lots of new tasty bits in our deli counter!

Call into discuss your requirements with us

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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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News from Glasbury Village

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We all seem to be coming out of hibernation after a very wet winter and as I write this the sun is out, as are the daffodils and in our garden a rhododendron which should not be out until the end of May is

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starting to flower in mid-April.

With spring brings other changes, for example Glasbury Arts comes to the end of its season and

Free Estimates

is putting the finishing touches to the programme beginning with the annual harp summer school at the end of August. If you play the harp or know someone who does, details and application form can be downloaded from the website: glasburyarts. co.uk In addition attention is being turned to the volunteers needed for next season and Glasbury Arts are keen to recruit someone to help Liz Bowden with the box office as well as stewarding events. If you would like further information about the box office, contact Liz on lizbowd@gmail.co.uk and for stewarding some of the events contact the Glasbury Arts volunteer coordinator Elizabeth Shallcross on: emshallcross@gmail.com Glasbury Village hall provides a great space for local events with very good facilities, including modern kitchen, excellent disabled facilities, stage, PA and lights. In addition the existing activities range from belly dancing to table tennis! For further details contact Chris Aldridge on 01497 847901.

Lastly our local students at Gwernyfed High School are gearing up for GCSE and A-Levels and we wish them well and that all their hard work over the last two years will be rewarded with the results they are hoping for.

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Car Parking At Rear Of Shop

Telephone 01874 711 165 Shop 1, Phoenix House, High Street, Talgarth

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News from Gwernyfed High School Gwernyfed High School has just completed another busy half term and as the weather continues to improve the pupils have been out and about enjoying various sporting events.

The Powys Rugby Tournament held in March saw Year 7-10 competing against numerous other schools. Congratulations go to both Years 7 and 10 who were crowned Powys Rugby Champions. It was a rather muddy affair!

Congratulations also goes to Levi Phillips, Cellan Davies, Jamie Coles, Will Davies Lloyd, Jacob Evans and Andrew Barrell who have been selected to play for South Powys Rugby and play against other regions in Wales and recently won a semi final match against Rhymney Valley.

The Year 11 Netball Team have also had a successful few months from winning the South Powys Tournament and the North Powys Tournament, they then went on to represent Powys in the National Finals in Deeside, North Wales. The

girls played fantastically well and came 7th in the tournament.

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Millie Jones, Year 11 has had an exceptionally good year in Gymnastics. As well as being part of the Powys Squad and competing regularly; Millie also coaches younger students. Amongst her many achievements Millie has recently won Silver and Bronze at the Swansea Tumble and Vault Championships.

W2Post can send your UK and International mail.

We have contracts with blue chip companies and can send anything from a letter, packet, parcel or pallet at competitive rates.

Morgan Havard,Year 12 has also had an outstanding 2013 clay pigeon shooting session and has represented Powys in the Inter County Finals winning the Colts Cup for the second year running.

Morgan is also the youngest member of the Welsh Team.This year Morgan will be changing his discipline and shooting Olympic Trap and he has been asked to try out for Team GB with the view of competing in the Commonwealth Games and Olympic Games in the future.

We collect from your business There is no contract to sign Use our service as little or as often as you like

Current collection routes:

Hay-on-Wye, Kington, Prestigne and Hereford

Congratulations to all our pupils at Gwernyfed High School.

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BOOK TOWN Oak Tree Funeral Services

News from Hay & Brecon Farmers

Funeral Directors

C.C.JAMES Hengardd, Pontithel, Three Cocks, Brecon, Powys

TAXI

of Eardisley and Kington We provide a very personal, professional and caring service 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.

24 HOUR SERVICE MONUMENTAL MASONS New Seasons Clothing

Please contact (day/night) Mr. Bill Rowlatt (Proprietor) 6 Castle Close, Eardisley. HR3 6NL

–HAY-ON-WYE–

8 Seater Mini Bus Available

07881726547

Tel: 01544 327829 or 07974 387056 ~ Our promise is to care for you and those you love ~

Having seen our clothing sales grow dramatically over the year we have now decided to expand and develop our range. This spring we are launching two new brands of footwear, V Tech and Hoggs.

We are taking the offering of work wear boots from 12 styles to 30 styles, and, on top of the traditional working boots we have sold for years, we are now offering a range of Regatta walking boots for the first time.

We are also trialling in the Hay depot a more comprehensive range of Children’s clothing. Having always sold basic children’s waterproofs, we are now offering children’s fleeces, shirts, shoes and trousers as well as hats and other accessories.

We would like to thank our excellent young staff members in Hay; Stephanie Sweetingham ad Shelley Barrell, both of whom put a lot of work in to helping to develop the ranges and into merchandising the products.

Tom Weaver Fully Qualified Tradesmen

Prepaid Funeral Plans Telephone: 01497 847410 Mobile: 07831 346430

Dolls House Fun Dolls, Dolls Houses & Furniture Art Materials, Art & Craft Lessons New books & clocks for sale Open 11am until 5pm Tuesday to Saturday Large amount of Dolls House items in stock

ART CLASSES:

Mon. Craft class 7.00 - 9.00 pm Tue. Art class. 10.30 - 12.30 Wed. Art class. 11.00 - 1.00 pm TWO DAY INTENSE ART COURSE.

•Bricklayer •Stonemasons •Specialists in Timber Frame •Self Build •Barn Conversions •Dry Stone Walling •Patios •Extensions Save pounds by going direct to tradesmen

(Thurs and Fri) Please phone for details Parking in front of the shop and house available Dolls House Fun: Mrs G Abel 19 Brecon Road, Hay-on-Wye, Hereford HR3 5DY

Tel: 01497 821913

www.dollshousefun.co.uk/com

Telephone: 07816487613 Email: Tom_weaver9@yahoo.co.uk

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News from Hay Cheese Market

the beginning of May. Come and buy fresh local produce, or vintage-ware, meet the producers and browse the stalls. Or hire the space yourself for community events, public functions or table-top sales at other times.

The Cheese Market is now officially open!

Come and have a look, the gates are unlocked daily between 9am-5pm.

Inside you will find large wall displays that explain the history of the building, of Hay Market and some of the history of Hay. These are brought to life by archive photos and illustrations. Running around the bottom of the displays is a timeline that plots the use of the Cheese Market over the past 180 years.

There are also two large maps, so you can see how Hay has changed since the first published OS Map of Hay was made in 1889.

At last the Market Hall will now be used once again for regular weekly markets. On Thursdays Hay Market will be expanding into the Cheese Market and we are starting regular Saturday Markets from

Upstairs the beautiful, historic holiday flat is now fully furnished and available for bookings. It can accommodate two in an en suite bedroom. The main living space is light and airy, with unique views of the Castle and the rooftops of Hay. If you would like to find out more about how to book the Cheese Market Hall or the Cheese Market Flat visit our new website: haycheesemarket.org

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who has played a part in this project.

History has been brought to life: The former Town Hall, a landmark building from Hay’s past has been saved from dereliction and put back into public use.

NEW

Zoggs swimming goggles, armbands and costumes for women & girls, shorts & boardies for men and boys.

Aqua shoes and sandals

by Teva and Merrell.

Curtains & Blinds made to order

Personal Service

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

The building is here for everyone‌we hope you enjoy using it!

NEW weekly Saturday Markets in the Cheese Market Hall Starting 3rd May and running throughout the year. 10am-3pm 3rd May Flea Market 10th May Local Produce 17th May Flea Market 24th May Local Produce 31st May Flea Market Vintage furniture, one-off collectables, antique garden-ware, Fresh fruit, veg & herbs, cheese, meat, pies & pastries.

All under one roof!

Excellent range of canoes and kayaks, expert advise with everything you need for a trip down the Wye.

Learn to canoe and kayak this spring, BCU courses for beginner and intermediates.

Our popular Half day or full day guided river trips are the safest way to explore the Wye valley.

Tel: 01497 820022

www.psmoutdoors.co.uk

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News from Haygarth Doctors

COAL, WOOD & OIL HEATING

Stewart K. Powles

JAMIE HOWARD

PLUMBING & HEATING ENGINEER

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR • Commercial & Domestic • House Rewires & Extensions • New Build Installations • PAT Testing • Maintenance & Repairs • TV & Telephone • Electrical Installation condition Reports • Inspection & Testing

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

All Work Guaranteed 5 Church Street, Hay-on-Wye HR3 5DQ

MOBILE: 07790 147472 HOME: 01497 821985

T. 01497 820 229

Changing the way we look after you…..update Last month we told you that we were changing the way in which we look after your long term conditions, by offering opportunistic access to the clinical team.

Patients already seen have given positive feedback.

Remember! When you visit the surgery, you may ask to have your annual review. Sometimes this will not be possible due to workload on that day.

Another significant change we have made is asking you to “set your agenda”. This is to try to help both you and the clinical team get the most out of your consultation time. The receptionist will ask you to complete a questionnaire to take in to your consultation. The clinician can then prioritise what is most important to you.

Why did you need to see the doctor today?

Patients often present with several problems. Writing these down means they can be prioritised What is the most important thing for you?

Tell us what you want to get out of the consultation.

What have you tried already to help this problem?

The doctor can ask questions about what you’ve tried and advise/guide on further treatment.

With the above, both the patient & doctor will feel this has been an effective use of the consultation.

Beacons Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning • High Powered • Truck Mounted • Steam Cleaning • Fast Drying • We Don’t Use Your Water

Pony Trekking/Riding/Hacking Spectacular riding into the heart of the Black Mountains.

Quality horses and friendly, experienced guides ensure all abilities have an enjoyable day

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

BHS Qualified Instructors Floodlit Manege BHS Approved Livery Facilities DIY or Full

• We Don’t Use Your Electric • Safe & Pet Friendly Chemicals • Fully Insured

Tregoyd Riding Centre

BHS, WTRA, AALA & Visit Wales approved Three Cocks, Brecon, Powys LD3 0SP

Tel: 01497847351

Call: Simon on 07813261697 Email: s.penny96@hotmail.com

Email: info@tregoydriding.co.uk Web:www.tregoydriding.co.uk

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News from

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The work we’re doing at Hay Together is really starting to make an impact on the town now. Our office has become a real community hub, with people coming to use the office equipment, borrow our resources and pass the time of day over a coffee! We’re open on Thursdays and Fridays from 9am to 3pm and at other times by arrangement. Don’t forget that we have a large meeting room too, perfect for group meetings.

Call 07446 995613 to book.

Now that the sun’s coming out, we’re getting more visitors to our huge map of Hay on the cobbles, which is where our community noticeboard is housed too.

It’s a great place to find out what’s going on in town, and it’s free to advertise there – so if you’re organising an event, selling something or looking for work please help yourself to some space.

The Hay Together team are currently assisting a group of students from the School of Architecture at Cardiff University who are working on a study of Hay. Their work will be shown at an exhibition in the summer and we wish them the very best with their project.

At Hay Together’s Volunteer Service we’re always looking for new and interesting opportunities to offer our volunteers. We currently have 36 volunteer positions available, in all sorts of settings, and we’d like to increase that. We offer a comprehensive service to anyone thinking about taking on volunteers, and can advise on all aspects of voluntary work.

Our regular meetings are now at the Globe on the third Thursday of the month from 6pm to 7.30pm.

The Globe have very kindly offered to show a kids’ film downstairs while we meet, so don’t let child care issues put you off coming.The meetings are completely open and public, and we are always pleased to hear opinions and ideas from everyone around the table.

The next meeting will be April 24th and you are warmly invited to join us.

Saturday - 31st May in the Buttermarket

(Hay Festival second weekend)

The Cutting Room

After the successful Easter show, Artisans will be back in the Buttermarket on Saturday 31st May, form 9.00am – 6.00pm.

Uni-Sex Hairdressers

Woodend Toymakers bring their delightful wooden toys.

40 Lion Street, Hay-on-Wye

Tel. 01497 821555

Rachel Pritchard – Ceramics that are delicate in both shape and pattern Sandie Cowell – will have a great selection of stylish hats Guthries local honey – delicious Welsh honey and beeswax products John Binet-Fauvel – fabulous recreations of nature in recycled materials and wire Melissa Warren – textile/knitwear artist Jenny Pearce functional and decorative basketware Wood at Golden Valley – beautiful wooden items for the home, decorative and functional All this (and more) will be on show in the Buttermarket on 31st May – do come and chat with our artists and makers about their work.

www.artisans-at-hay.com Find us on Facebook too!

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R.C.SMART & SON TRADITIONAL BUILDERS – Trading since 1983 – • NEW BUILD • BARN CONVERSIONS • RESTORATIONS • GROUNDWORKS • RENOVATIONS • EXTENSIONS • GENERAL BUILDING WORKS FOR A FREE NO OBLIGATION QUOTE

Call Ron Mobile: 07836567295 Telephone: 01497847306 Email: ron281257@gmail.co.uk N.H.B.C Reg Builder all work fully insured

News from Hay Town Council Council Members were saddened to learn of the death of fellow councillor – Peter Lloyd; although ill health prevented Peter from attending meetings in recent months he had remained actively involved by sharing his thoughts and opinions till just a few days before his death.

The council are pleased to learn that Hay-on-Wye has been selected by the Brecon Beacons National Park to work with them to produce a community development plan; the focus of this project will be on consultation with the residents of the town and determining the future of the town based on those responses. I personally hope that the consultation will extend beyond the very articulate minority but will include that ‘silent majority’ which so often is overlooked. It may also be an opportunity for the BBNP to demonstrate an ability to listen to, and work with, local communities.

Another major issue has been that of parking within the town; street parking decisions have been made with safety in mind but also with consideration to supporting our local businesses; we hope that we have made it easy for those shoppers who simply need to pop-in to a few shops for a one or two essentials!

Council members are working to improve the transparency of the work which they do; a new web page is currently being set up together with a dedicated facebook page. We hope that such measures will ensure that residents are better informed about those issues which affect the town.

Both sites will be up and running very soon - please use them!

Finally, all councillors are concerned about the effects of a few very irresponsible dog - owners in our town; not only is the mess unsightly but it poses a real health risk to our children – please show a little consideration to those who live and visit Hay and clean up what your dog leaves behind!!

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Eyecare for all the family • Private Eye Examinations • Free NHS Examinations for: • • • • • • • •

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children under 16 students under 19 those on income based benefits over 60s Diabetic and glaucoma sufferers Over 40s with family history of glaucoma Those registered sight impaired or severely sight impaired Anyone with extreme long or short sight may be eligible

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

01497 821260 Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm Saturday 9am to 1pm Backfold, Hay-on-Wye. (Formally J M Penning Optometrist)

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News from Monday Club, Brilley

COMMUNI For all your mobile phones & accessories

Summer must be coming as The Monday Club in Brilley is starting its programme of visits instead of speakers.

On the 19th May there is a visit to Kington Museum followed by a meal. The details will be confirmed to all members and if you are a non-member but interested in joining us please do contact the programme secretary on: 01497 831535.

Visits in June and July are to be confirmed but will be to local places of interest.

During the previous winter we have had speakers on subjects as diverse as a school visit to Uganda, Catalonia and its cork industry, Welsh Blankets, Forensic Science, Seaside Memories and Hospice Fundraising.

Flat Battery?

Mobile phone charging @ Hay Festival Site in the main entrance Open Mon to Fri 10am - 4pm Tues closed all day Saturday by appointment only

46 Lion Street, Hay-on-Wye T: 01497 822968 M: 07976 820819 E: katyprice2005@aol.com

We are a friendly social club, open to all, which meets on the 3rd Monday of the month in Brilley Village Hall. During winter we have a varied programme of interesting speakers followed by tea and biscuits and a chance to meet others. During the summer months there are outings to places of interest instead of indoor meetings.

JM Electrical

Membership of the Monday Club is £20 per year, visitors are always welcome and the cost is £3.

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All domestic work undertaken Repairs, additions and new installations Commercial PAT testing including microwaves, Computer network and telephone extensions

Llanigon Plant Hire SEPTIC TANKS EMPTIED

Llyswen Based Electrician ELECSA Registered Part P

C&G and BPEC qualified

Farm Slurry Tanks Emptied

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

Hardwood Wanted:

Windblows, fallen or standing trees

Contact James Maddock 07881 786032 01874 754019 www.JMElectrical-llyswen.co.uk email: jmelectrical1@hotmail.co.uk

01497847880(24hr) Registered carrier of waste

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News from Timbuktu It’s been a busy couple of months for Hay2Timbuktu.

The final Two Towns One World report has been made to the EU, and you can now read the educational materials that were produced as part of the project on our website. We’ve had two sponsored cycle events: the Medics group raised over £300 at their annual bike ride and, at the time of writing, plans are underway for a sponsored static cycle ride to Timbuktu as part of the Bike Fest.

Gwernyfed School held a cake sale and raised over £50 for schools in Timbuktu. At Hay Spring Fair, young craftspeople used decoupage to decorate a chair with Malian and Hay maps, and Thai soup was sold in aid of the Medics group. Thanks to everyone who has donated time or money to these fundraisers.

And another annual favourite event is coming up – African Market Day. The day takes place on Sunday 25th May at Hay Parish Hall, Lion Street with a mix of stalls representing links with Mali, craft workshops for children, drumming workshops and delicious African food. Do drop in and bring the family. All proceeds go to support the Medics4Timbuktu group, setting up clinics and providing medicines for antenatal care.

Once again the Festival is supporting our special link with Timbuktu with a performance from Malian musicians, Toumani and Sidiki Diabaté on the first Sunday.

Find out more at: hay2timbuktu.org.uk.

Country Supplies TOYS GIFTS SOUVENIRS COOKSHOP PET SUPPLIES GARDENING PLUS MUCH MORE

Telephone: 01497 820841

Oxford Road, Hay-on-Wye (Opposite main Car Park)

In aid of Hay Cat Rescue Charity Reg. No. 1120233

PLANT FAYRE SATURDAY 3rd May 2014

Cusop Village Hall 10am – 3pm Lots of lovely plants, teas & tombola.

Bargains galore!

Telephone: 01497 821401 www.haycatrescue.co.uk

JW’S MINI SKIPS & PLANT HIRE

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

T: 01497 847355 M: 07785 735126

Tel: 01497 820387

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A Big thank you for all the lovely donations that have been coming into the shop please keep them coming.

For Issues February - July 2014 we will absorb the VAT increase

Greatly needed at this time of year

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Volunteers please!

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Toddler Toys that can be made from household items Some great ways to get toys that are free or lowcost are to get crafty and repurpose used items around your home. You can decide whether to use odds and ends you find around your home or to invest a bit of money in some craft supplies to feed your toddler’s growing interests.

Rattles from Plastic Bottles Use an empty plastic bottle filled with beads, buttons, a bell and some colourful bits of paper to decorate with strips of colored tape.

elastic and some bells and beads, you’ll soon have bracelets that can be worn indoors or out on the town to make your tiny tot dance until she drops.

Guitar from Old Shoe Box If you have a little musician and would prefer to build his first set of strings, all you need are an old shoe box, some rubber bands, and thumb tacks. Then, decide if you want to keep it simple or get really fancy.

Old Electronics An old remote control, calculator, or computer keyboard can be cleaned up with all the hazards (small parts, batteries, etc.) removed. You might find that your little one will be less inclined to bang away at your working and newer electronics if they have their own toy laptop!

Fabric Square Dispenser from Old Cloth Dispenser Box If you’ve ever shreaked at the sight of a baby emptying the container of wet wipes or creating a new layer of carpet by pulling facial tissue after facial tissue out of the box, you will certainly appreciate cutting up some fabric squares and packing them into an empty wipes dispenser.

Jingle Bell Ankle Bracelets from Elastic Cords, Beads and Bells Forget the fancy trainers that light up and play music when your baby walks in them. With just a little

Play Kitchen from Old Dressers and Cupboards Wow a homemade kitchen for toddlers, this one would take some work but what a lovely sight to see your little one ‘cooking away’ once the project is completed. Use an old piece of furniture, such as a bedside cupboard. Add new life with a bit of paint and minor remodeling. Use old hooks, unused small kitchen utensils, chalk board paint, old material for a curtain, even draw on hob rings! Be as creative as you can.

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FESTIVAL NEWS:EVERY YEAR at least 8 festival-goers BREAK DOWN and end up living in Hay FOREVER

IF ONLY they all knew about ASHBROOK GARAGE they could have received prompt, efficient service, and returned to their own lives.........

(The last one is still unhappy, cos they quite fancied living in Hay!)

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Anything you need. Air Con for the long hot summer or snow tyres for the long cold winter

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

ASHBROOK GARAGE CLYRO 01497 821046

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

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What’s on: during the week MONDAY 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 Becky 07786552832 or Hannah 07557410864.

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.

Llanigon Playgroup: 9.30 - 11am (come any time between 9 and 9.30am). Term time only. Llanigon School. Weekly themes and activities, everyone welcome.

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.

The Free Hay Shopper to the Co-op: pick up 9.30am, return 11.00am for Hay members of Dial-a-Ride. Everyone welcome!

Contact 01497 821616 for more information and how to become a member.

Threading Notions Craft Circle: 10am – 12.30pm. Cusop Village Hall. £2.50 per session (to include unlimited tea/coffee/biscuits!). First session free of charge. A lively, friendly, helpful, chatty group and a warm, light, welcoming venue. Bring all those unfinished craft pieces there will probably be someone who can help! All ages welcome.

Contact Judi Bunn 01874 754062.

Life Drawing: 10am - 4pm at Clyro Village Hall. Beginners welcome.

Contact 01497 831550. MODELS WANTED. 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: 2 – 5pm. The Swan Hotel, Hay. Our friendly relaxed Bridge Club is now up and running. New members of all standards welcome. Contact Jenny 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.

Zumba Gold: 5 - 6pm Hay Parish Hall. Exhilarating and easy going exercise with Latin inspired dance moves - easy to follow and suitable for everybody. Beginners and Senior Dancers especially welcome. Additional classes at Talgarth Town Hall on Thursdays 10.30 - 11.30am and at Brecon Mind Mondays 2-3pm. Contact Wynona 01874 711499.

Boxercise: 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.

Yoga Grenade: 6.45-7.15pm. Gym & Tonic Health Club, Hay. Explosive 8 minutes of metabolic exercise followed by strong Yoga poses.

Conditioned clients only please for this one! Contact 01497 822995.

Craft Class: 7 - 9pm. Dolls House Fun, Hay. Contact Mrs Abel 01497 821913.

Alive & Kickin’ Community Choir: St. Michael’s Church, Wheat St., Brecon. £5 per session / £3 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

What’s on: during the week 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: 9.15 - 11.15am. Term time only.

Llyswen Village Hall. Everyone welcome, lots of fun and good company. Children from 0 Schoolage.

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.

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, give it a try and see if you like it! Beginners and all levels welcome. £5 per session. Contact Emma Phillpotts on 01497 831704 or email emmaphillpotts@gmail. com.

Dorstone Dormice Baby and Toddler Group: 10am to 12noon.

(Including term time). Dorstone Village Hall. £1- for the first child and 50 pence for subsequent children. All welcome! Contact Kari Morgan 01497 831752.

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.

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.

Talgarth Cricket Club (Nets Training): 6pm at Talgarth Cricket Pitch. Contact Mr Paul Norris, Chairman 07507508172.

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.

1st Hay-On-Wye Scout Group – Beavers: 6 – 7pm. Masonic Hall, Brecon Road, Hay. Contact Ellie 01497 821650 or 07772661480.

Gwernyfed Ladies Running Club: 6.15pm. Location varies, see Gwernyfed Sports Centre Facebook Page. Contact 01497 847740.

Talgarth Bowling Club (Practice Night): 6.30pm, Talgarth. New bowlers welcome. Contact 01874 623477.

Glasbury Paddlers: Canoe club meets at 6.30pm at Glasbury.

Formore information call in at PSM Outdoors in Hay and ask for Peter.

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.

Gwernyfed Hockey Club Training: 7 – 8pm Brecon

Leisure Centre’s Astro. All abilities welcome. Contact Nicola Drew 07812691345.

Hola! - Spanish for beginner: 7 – 8.30pm. Also are you interested in walking and learning Spanish? Join us to go to Santiago de Compostela at the end of September. Learn and practice your Spanish now!

Contact Mely 01497 820991 or 07837 160505.

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). Prebooking not required.

Talgarth YFC Meeting: 7 - 9pm at Gwernyfed Rugby Club, Talgarth.

Contact Kayleigh 01874 658713.

Hay Camera Club: 7.30pm at Llanigon Village Hall. Contact Christine Starnes 01981550589 or 07932716035.

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.

Royal British Legion (Womens Section): (third Tuesday of the month) 7.30pm. Hay & District Social Club (Ex Royal British Legion), opposite Kilverts Hotel, Hay. Talks, discussions, demonstrations, quizzes etc. Your membership will also help in the running of the RBL. Contact Barbara Travers 01497 847777.

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 Whitney Crocodiles Parent & Toddler Session: 9.30 - 11am.Term time only.

Pick ‘n Mix’ for ABSOLUTE beginners: 9.15 – 10am. Gym & Tonic Health Club. You’ll love this session: A triple sampler class. You’ll experience 3 different disciplines but at easy entry level! JUST what you need - so relaxed! Contact 01497 822995.

Coffee morning:10.30am - 12 at Royston Hall, Bronllys. Coffee or tea and cake £1. Proceeds to the hall. Everyone welcome.

Hay Luncheon Club: (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.

Velo Hay Cycle Club: 6pm.Drover Cycles, Forest Road, Hay. All welcome. Contact 01497 821134 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.

What’s on: during the week Hay on Wye Scout Group: Scouts 6.30 - 8pm. Hay Parish Hall. Adult helpers also required. Contact Martin 01874 754291.

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

Contact 01497 847740.

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

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 Anne Gibbons 01497 820997.

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.

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 & Powys Army Cadet Force: 7 - 9pm at The Cadet Centre, Gypsy Castle, Hay-on-Wye. Please see details on previous listing.

Hay on WI: (second Wednesday of the month) 7.30pm. Cusop Village Hall. Contact Sue Hodgetts 01497 822523.

The Brecon Singers – Rehearsals:

7.30 – 9.30pm (Term time only).

Neuadd Goffa, Christ College, Brecon. Brecon Singers are now rehearsing for their lighter Summer Concert which will take place in Trallong Village Hall on Saturday 12th July 2014 at 7.30pm. The concert will include a lively medley of well-known British folk songs - a new composition by our Assistant Director Paul Hayward. Join us if you love to sing. Music provided.

No auditions. Contact 01874 658332 or visit www. breconsingers.co.uk.

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 Becky 07786552832 Hannah 07557410864.

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.

“Bumps and Babies” Group: 10 – 11.30am. Glasbury Village Hall. There are programmes for parents to beand parents with new babies, plus individual support and information. Contact Sally 07590417752 or Rachael Labourne (Health Visitor) 01874 713014 or 0796814550.

Brecon and District Credit UnionCollection Point: Open10am - 12noon at Youth and Community

What’s on: during the week 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: 5.30pm (U15’s girls) 6.45pm (Ladies).Gwernyfed Rugby Club, Talgarth.

Raven Drama: 5.30 – 7pm (Term time only). Llangorse Village Hall.

Age 7 -14yrs. Contact Lynn Clausen 07949 329561.

Spinning: 6pm. Gwernyfed Sports Centre. Booking essential. Contact 01497 847740.

Hay Together (Every third Thursday): 6 - 7.30pm. The Globe at Hay. 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 atThe 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 - 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.

Zumba with Zoe: 7 - 8pm. Aberedw Village Hall. All abilities welcome.

Contact Zoe 07747465994.

Felindre Singers: 7 - 8pm at Felindre Village Hall. Felindre Singers Rehearsing.

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.

Quiz Night: (last Thursday of the month) 7.30pm.The Rhydspence Inn.Contact 01497 831262.

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.

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. You simply MUST try this class. Get stronger, longer, posturally correct with an expert in this field. Suitable for everyone. £6. Contact 01497 822995.

Busy Bees Parent & Toddler Group: 9.30 - 11.30am at Clifford Community Centre. Contact Jane 01497 831427 or Di 01981 500136.

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.

Muddy Puddles Playgroup: (during term time): 10am – 12noon. Escleyside Village Hall, Michaelchurch Escley (15 minutes from Hay). £1.50 per family including tea and coffee.

Contact Emma 01981 240986.

Brecon & District Credit UnionCollection Point: 11am – 1pm. Talgarth Library. Support your communitybank with a savings account or a low interest loan.

ContactJan 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.

Music & Movement for Mums and Tots (birth to school age): 2.15pm at Cusop Village Hall. Term time only. Led by Anna Carlisle. £4per child or £6 for family of 2 children.

Contact Ros Murphy 01497 831007 / 07799652120.

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

Gwernyfed High School. Contact 07891371458.

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 & 7pm at Gwernyfed Sports Centre. Call to book Contact 01497 847740.

Junior Table Tennis Club: 7- 8pm at Gwernyfed Sports Centre. For ages 7 - 16. 50p per player. Contact 01497 847740.

Paleo Meat-up (First Friday of the month): 7pm. Cusop Village Hall, Hay, HR3 5RW. Join us for an informal get-together for anyone interested in the Paleo/ Primal lifestyle.

Everybody welcome. Contact 01874 624696.

Red Kite Workshops: 7 - 8.30pm at The Drama Studio, Gwernyfed High School. Term time only.

Bingo: (first Friday of the month) eyes down 7.30pm. Glasbury Village Hall. Contact Darren Ricketts 01497 847250.

SATURDAY Charity Table Sale: (first Saturday of the month) 9am onwards at Talgarth Church Hall. Contact Tony James 01874 711289.

Kettlercise: 9.30am at Gwernyfed Sports Centre. Call to book.

Contact 01497 847740.

Childrens ’Painting Classes: 10.30am - 12noon at Dolls House Fun, Hay. Contact Mrs Abel 01497 821913.

Hay Youth Theatre: 10.30am - 12.30pm. The Globe in Hay (7 - 11year olds). Come and haves some confidence building fun with our family - like group.

Professionally led by Janine Sharp.

Contact 07733055430.

Art Class for Children (11 18yrs):11am - 12.30pm at Dolls House Fun, Hay.Contact Mrs Abel 01497 821913.

What’s on: during the week / month Hay Senior Youth Theatre:1 - 3pm.

The Globe in Hay. 12-16years. Fun & Laughs. Professional performance skill training. Contact Janine Sharp 07733055430.

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 Tuesday 1st May “Wild Play”: 3.30 – 5.30pm.

Michaelchurch Escley Primary School. Bring your child along for an outdoor adventure! Contact 01981 510208.

Friday 2nd May – Monday 5th May Talgarth Walking Festival: (including Witches Pool Challenge).

Saturday 3rd May Flea Market: 10am – 3pm. The Cheese Market, Hay. See advert on page 52.

Plant Fayre: 10am – 3pm. Cusop Village Hall. In aid of Hay Cat Rescue. Contact 01497 821401.

See advert on page 63.

Folk & Irish Music Session:8pm.The Harp Inn, Glasbury. Contact 01497 847373. See advert on page 48.

Sunday 4th May Talgarth Country Market – Talgarth and District Regeneration Group: 10am – 1pm. Town Hall, Talgarth.

Contact Nicola Willis 01874 713166. See advert on page 2.

Thursday 8th May “Wild Play”: 3.30 – 5.30pm.

Michaelchurch Escley Primary School. Bring your child along for an outdoor adventure! Visit www. michaelchurch-escley.hereford.sch. uk. Contact 01981 510208.

Steve Knightley - ‘Grow Your Own Gig Tour’: 7.30pm. Glasbury Village Hall. Fundraising evening. Rated one of England’s greatest singer songwriters. Tickets £16. Contact Sue Aldridge 01497 847901.

Saturday 10th May Glasbury Get-Together Club – Visit to RHS Malvern Spring Show: 9am. Glasbury Village Hall. Entrance £15 plus coach travel. Contact Gloria 01497 847726.

Brecknock Farmers Market: 9.30am – 2pm. Brecon Market Hall.

Contact 07805 375636. See advert on page 58.

Local Produce Market: 10am – 3pm. The Cheese Market, Hay. See advert on page 52.

Workshop – “Tools for Reaching Agreement”: 10am – 12noon.

The Family Place, Hay. Sometimes we don’t see eye to eye with our partners. This workshop explores steps to agreement. Informative and engaging. Entrance £15. Contact Claire 01497 821605.

Howey Hedgehog Rescue Visit: 11am – 3pm. The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks.

Contact 01497 847055. See advert on back cover.

Sunday 11th May Llangors Market: 10am – 1pm.

Llangors Youth & Community Centre. Country produce from food to crafts. Contact 01874 658257.

National Children’s Day Celebration Event: Michaelchurch Escley School. Details to be confirmed. Contact 01981 510208.

Monday 12th May – Sunday 13th July

Hay Makers Festival Exhibition: Celtic Mythology. St John’s Place, Hay. Contact 01497 820556. See advert on page 21.

Wednesday 14th May Antiques and Collectables Valuation Day: 10am – 3pm. The Castle Hotel, Brecon. Contact 01473 627110. Free valuations by Lockdales Auctioneers. See advert on page 9.

Thursday 15th May “Wild Play”: 3.30 – 5.30pm.

Michaelchurch Escley Primary School. Bring your child along for an outdoor adventure! Contact 01981 510208.

Friday 16th May Ladies Night: 6.30pm. The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks.Tickets £15 each. Contact 01497 847055. See advert on back cover.

Juliet Kelly – Tribute to Jazz Divas: 7.45pm. Winforton Community Hall. Tickets £8, children £5. Family tickets £20 -£25. Contact 01544 328425. See article on page 28.

Saturday 17th May Flea Market: 10am – 3pm. The Cheese Market, Hay. See advert on page 52.

Brecon Plant Fair: 10.30am – 2.30pm. Treberfydd House, Llangasty, Nr Brecon. Admission £2.50, children free. See advert on page 19.

Glasbury Get-Together Club Plant Sale:1.30 - 4.30pm. Glasbury Village Hall. Contact Gloria 01497 847726.

Flix in the Stix (Talgarth) presents: ’12 Years A Slave’: 7.30 for 8pm.

Entrance to film £4, pizza and film £10. Early booking essential.

Contact The Baker’s Table 01874 711125. See advert on page 2.

Quiz & Puzzle Night: 7.30pm.

Cusop Village Hall. Another of our challenging, fun-based quiz nights with a local prize for the winning team. Always a popular event.

Come as your own team, 3, 4, or

What’s on: during the month / next month 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/head. Hamper of local goodies for the winning team.

Contact Paul 01497 822885.

Open Acoustic Session: 8pm. The Harp Inn, Glasbury. Contact 01497 847373. See advert on page 48.

Saturday 17th – Saturday 31st May Mark Zytynski – Photographic Art Exhibition: 11am – 4.30pm daily. Treberfydd House, Llangasty, Brecon. Contact 07917 677467.

See article and advert on page 24.

Treberfydd House and Gardens Open: Treberfydd House, Llangasty, Brecon. See advert on page 5.

Sunday 18th May Lunchtime Plant and Cuttings Swap: The Harp Inn, Glasbury.

Contact 01497 847373. See advert on page 48.

Monday 19th May Brilley Monday Club: Visit to Kington Museum followed by a meal. Details will be confirmed to all members and if you are a non-member, but interested in joining us please contact the Programme Secretary. Membership of the Monday Club is £20 per year, visitors are always welcome and the cost is £3. Contact 01497 831535.

See article on page 60.

Open Day - Michaelchurch Escley Primary School: 10am – 2pm.

Contact 01981 510208.

Thursday 22nd May – Sunday 1st June Hay Festival: Contact 01497 822629. See advert on front cover and article on page 39.

How the Light Gets In – The Philosophy and Music Festival at Hay: Contact 01497 821762. See advert inside back cover.

“Hay Fever” – Hay Festival for Children & Families: Contact 01497 822629. See advert on page 38.

Friday 23rd May

Black Lion Jazz – Martin Litton plays live: 9pm. The Old Black Lion, Hay. Contact 01497 820841. See advert on page 62.

Saturday 24th May Local Produce Market: 10am – 3pm. The Cheese Market, Hay. See advert on page 52.

Brecknock Farmers Market: 9.30am – 2pm. Brecon Town Centre. Contact 07805 375636.

See advert on page 58.

Saturday 24th – Monday 26th May Mark Zytynski – Photographic Art Exhibition: 10am – 4pm daily. The Dragon Inn, High St, Crickhowell.

Free entry. Contact 07917 677467.

See article and advert on page 24.

Fair on the Square: Hay Market Square. Three days of fun and friendly free entertainment for all in the centre of Hay. See advert on page 52.

Sunday 25th May African Market Day: Hay Parish Hall, Lion Street, Hay. See article on page 63.

Monday 26th May Garden Open - National Gardens Scheme: 1 – 5pm. Llanstephan House, LD3 0YR.Homemade teas and plant sales in aid of Llanstephan Church.

Monday 26th – Wednesday 28th May Launchpad - Film Agency for Wales: Richard Booth’s Bookshop, Hay. Contact 01497 820322. See advert on page 30.

Monday 26th – Thursday 29th May Black Lion Jazz – Martin Litton plays live: 9pm. The Old Black Lion, Hay. Contact 01497 820841. See advert on page 62.

Wednesday 28th May Wild Wednesday – Paint & Plant a Pot Workshop: 10.30am, 11.30am and 12.30pm. The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks. £3 per child. Booking recommended.

Contact 01497 847055. See advert on back cover.

Glasbury Get-Together Club: 2.30 - 4.30pm. Glasbury Village Hall. Tea and raffle. Small items donated for prizes appreciated. New members welcome. Contact Gloria 01497 847726.

Thursday 29th May Traditional Print Making with Hannah Firmin: 10am – 4pm.

Richard Booth’s Bookshop, 44 Lion Street, Hay. Contact 01497 820322.

See advert on page 30.

Mappi Mundi Monster: 11am – 1pm. Richard Booth’s Bookshop, Hay. Contact 01497 820322. See advert on page 30.

The Art of The Mappa Mundi: 5pm.

Richard Booth’s Bookshop, 44 Lion Street, Hay. Contact 01497 820322.

See advert on page 30.

Under Milk Wood: 6pm. Richard Booth’s Bookshop, 44 Lion Street, Hay. Contact 01497 820322. See advert on page 30.

Friday 30th May “My Streets are My Ideas of Imagination”: 10am – 4pm. Richard Booth’s Bookshop, 44 Lion Street, Hay. Contact 01497 820322. See advert on page 30.

Saturday 31st May Artisans at Hay: 9am – 6pm. The Buttermarket, Hay. See advert on page 56.

Flea Market: 10am – 3pm. The Cheese Market, Hay. See advert on page 52.

Sunday 1st June Making Things with Peter Firmin: 11am. Richard Booth’s Bookshop, 44 Lion Street, Hay. Contact 01497 820322. See advert on page 30.

Hay Hotfooters Running Club – “The Magic Roundabout 10k Multi Terrain Race: 11am. The Begwns.

Contact Jo Lord 07831 609889.

See advert on page 61.

FOR SALE

WANTED

VANGO ASTORIA 800 EIGHT MAN TENT FOR SALE. Not used. £250. 01497 820145.

4-BERTH SPACIOUS FAMILY CARAVAN, in good condition. Full size awning and ground sheet, gas bottle, clean and waste water barrels – everything ready to go on your first holiday. £2500 ono. 01874 624350 evenings.

SONY EXPERIA E SMART MOBILE PHONE, a few months old. £65. 01497 842929.

APPLE IMAC G5 DESKTOP COMPUTER with slight fault. £100. 01497 842929.

ELANBACH MADE IN LLANGOED HALL BEFORE MOVE! Rilly Flower Pale blue Over 3m L-137cms W- £40. 01497 842960.

ELECTRIC HEDGE TRIMMER only used once. £20.

01874 665555.

HARDLY USED BELLING DUEL FUEL COOKER. Double Oven. Was £699 new - for sale for £310.

Sad to part with it but cannot be fitted in new home. 01874 665555.

SCOTTS OF STOWE INFLATABLE DOUBLE BED on metal frame, with electric pump and storage case. Excellent condition and quality, very comfortable. £45. 01497 820348.

MARIMIX FOOD PROCESSOR 5200 in white, used only a few time. £100 ono. 01497 820730.

ONE DOOR CURTAIN. 3” pencil pleat lined with duoline wadding pearl. Fabric Kensington Wine. Size: Drop 81.5 ins, Width 100 ins approx. Brand new.

Made by Dunelm. £50 ono. 01497 820730.

BIO ORD (LIFE) AQUARIAN FISH TANK. Lovely condition, hardly used. Gravel, ornaments included. £49. 01497 831211.

PAIR OF KITCHEN BAR STOOLS. Wood with leather effect seats (Paradeshi). Range from Cargo.

Never used. £60. ono. 01497 831211.

ANTIQUE VICTORIAN BEDSTEAD DOUBLE FRAME, needs resoring / project. £50. 01497 831211.

LARGE PIECE OF MARBLE SHEET, WHITE/GREY VEIN. Great for kitchen. Lovely condition. L 147cm, W 85cm, D 2cm. 01497 831211.

MIRROR TILES. 16 30x30 cm bevel edged mirror tiles plus adhesive, still in packaging. £20. 01874 665262.

APPROX. 500 NEW RED ENGINEERING BRICKS AND X 10 CONCRETE BLOCKS. Offers please.

Buyer collects. Trecastle 01874 636994.

SCULPTURE GROUP NEED A WORKSHOP with light and electricity close to Hay. Please ring 01497 820145.

KEYBOARD PLAYER WANTED for lively local band playing mainly Rock N’ Roll/Pop covers but also willing to try new material. Please contact Sean on 07810 656089 or Andrew on 07866 377248.

RECRUITMENT EXAMINATIONS INVIGILATORS wanted for May – June 2014. Hours as required and mutually agreed. Grade 3 (APTC7-9) (£6.6942 to £7.1140 ph). Please contact Louise Morlidge, Gwernyfed High School Business Manager, for application form.

DBS checks are required. lmorlidge@gwernyfed-hs. powys.sch.uk. 01497 842003.

“My washing machine sold within the first few days – I received many many calls. Great free service, thank you.”

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USEFUL NUMBERS Dyfed-Powys Police ......................................................... 101 Hay Medical Centre ............................... 01497 822100 National Grid Gas (Gas Leaks) .......... 0800 111999 Powys Citizens’ Advice Bureau....... 0845 601 8421 RSPCA ........................................................... 0300 1234 999 Scottish Power .......................................... 08452 722424 Talgarth Medical Centre ...................... 01874 713000 Welsh Water..................................................08000 520130 Western Power Distribution...............08000 520400 RECYCLE! If you have read this months issue of the Local Beacon and have no further need for it – recycle it! Recycling means you could pass it on to someone else who may also like to read it, drop the magazine off at a community pick up point so another person could pick it up . . . failing that, put it in a recycling bin!

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Howey Hedgehog Rescue Visit – Saturday 10th May (11am – 3pm) Come and meet some of the hedgehogs currently at the rescue centre and learn about the centre’s excellent work rehabilitating injured and sick hedgehogs.

Ladies Night – Friday 16th May (6.30pm) Treat yourself to a glass of bubbly on arrival before heading to the Railway Restaurant for a delicious two course meal. After eating enjoy the garden centre to yourselves with planting and floral arranging demonstrations and exclusive special offers for this night only, including 10% off Yankee Candles, TIGI Clothing & Somerset Toiletries! Tickets are now available priced at £15 each.

Wild Wednesday: Paint & Plant a Pot Workshop Wednesday 28th May 10.30am, 11.30am or 12.30pm A fun and educational workshop to paint a pot before learning how to plant your own plant to take home and watch grow.

Activity Cost: £3 per child. Booking recommended.

May Star Buys Miracle Gro All Purpose Compost – Buy 2 Get 3rd Free Joseph Bentley Spades & Forks – Now £10 OFF Summer Flowering Bulb Packets – Buy One Get One Free Shudehill Reed Diffusers – Now Half Price Butterfly Solar Lights – Buy One Get One Free Railway Roast Available in the Restaurant every Thursday and Sunday

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