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...to this Summer edition of Your Local Crowd... At last, the warmer months of the year have arrived. My garden is in full bloom, the long light evenings are now filled with the smell of family BBQ’s and I can finally dig out my shorts and enjoy the warmth of the sand between my toes on the local beaches. So why not get outdoors and try a new adventure activity and create some unforgettable memories. In this issue we’ve included an article to inspire you to try something new, be it a shared experience or a birthday or Father’s Day gift, you’ll find plenty of suggestions on page 6. If like me, you are a bit of a foodie, we’ve listed the local food festivals for the summer on pages 10, but also shine the spotlight on some great local businesses who have been handsomely rewarded with the well recognised Food Awards Wales accolade, page 14. Perhaps music is more your thing, read our guide, page 22, and get out to enjoy a local festival.

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MAKE LASTING MEMORIES... ...here in West Wales and try something new

GARDENING The rose and all you need to know about growing this beautiful flower

BEES Some practical advice on how to deal with a bee sting

AWARDS We spotlight the winners and finalist found here in West Wales

SNAPSHOTS Our seasonal favourites

FOOD FESTIVALS Find out where you can celebrate the great food of West Wales this summer

THE STRAWBERRY We celebrate the Queen of summer fruits

MUSIC FESTIVALS Our guide to What’s On over the summer

HEALTH Six reasons to get active outdoors this summer

FINANCE How to get that mortgage if you’re self employed and the National Minimum Wage

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PUZZLES Sit down and take five and find the local beach in our wordsearch

REVIEW Fine Dining comes to Cardigan at 1176

WINE New and exciting wines to enjoy whilst Al Fresco dining this summer

31 HEALTH & SAFETY... Be safe using your BBQ over the warmer months

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Unforgettable Experiences WRITTEN BY SAM JONES | PHOTOS BY © CROWN COPYRIGHT (2018) VISIT WALES

Create an unforgettable day out with some of the most exciting experiences found here in West Wales, a perfect gift for Fathers Day or some fun for you, your family and friends.

ET OUT ONTO THE WATER Fishing, Dophin Watching Book a sea fishing trip or go dolpin watching, there are plenty of boat trips to choose from. www.newquayboattrips.co.uk www.tenbyfishing.co.uk www.havenboatcharters.com Kayaking, Surfing & Kite Surfing Paddle around the coast on a paddle or kayak tour, or take a surfing or kite-surfing lesson in Newgale. www.kayak-king.com www.mayberrykayaking.co.uk www.exerciseyourfreedom.com www.thebigblueexperience.com Coasteering & Rock Climbing For the more adventurous father who might like to do a bit of cliff jumping, swimming, rock climbing and caving around the cliffs of our spectacular coastline. www.celticquestcoasteering.com www.preseliventure.co.uk www.tenbyclimbingwall.co.uk www.climbpembroke.com TAKE TO THE SKY Skydiving Go skydiving from Swansea airport. For the ultimate daredevil, but

in safe hands and tethered to an instructor, enjoy the 7,000 foot drop over the welsh countryside, not for the faint hearted. www.skydiveswansea.co.uk Flying Lessons Take a flying lesson from Haverfordwest airport or learn to fly a helicopter from Swansea. www.flywales.co.uk www.flyheliwales.co.uk THE NEED FOR SPEED Raceday Experience Race around Pembrey Circuit in a flash sports car, the home of welsh motor sport racing. w w w. p e m b r e y c i r c u i t . c o . u k / experiences Quad Biking Get the adrenaline pumping with

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a fun quad bike experience. www.ritec-valley.co.uk Go Karting Always a fun day out and perfect for group bookings. www.westwaleskarting.co.uk www.carewkarting.co.uk TICKLE THOSE TASTE BUDS Tour brewery For a more sedate and relaxing day out what about a tour of a local brewery. There are a number of micro breweries here in West Wales, give them a call and see if a tour could be arranged, sadly this will make you the designated driver for this trip! www.gwaunvalleybrewery.co.uk www.bluestonebrewing.co.uk www.mantlebrewery.com

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hese beautiful plants come in liquid fertilizer. Tomato feed is good. a rainbow of colours and smell Once fertilizer has been added add mulch, fantastic. They can grow in a ensuring the rose stems are left clear. variety of locations, in The Mulch will help borders, pots, over arches, control the weeds, but climbing walls and can remove any you do find TOP TIPS offer good ground cover. carefully as some roots of Their latin name is Rosa They are easy to grow and roses come up near to the They can grow as shrubs, if looked after can live for surface. A good ground ramblers, climbers and a very long time. cover plant will also help ground cover Roses will grow in almost with keeping the weeds They flower summer to any well drained soil. back. late autumn Planting with a good Be careful with the use of Ideally plant late autumn compost will give them a weed-killers, as these can early spring head start. be taken up by the rose They can grow in both Decide on the variety suckers and cause severe light and shady spots of rose you would like, damage. If you need to Mostly hardy, but some taking into account which use one, use a contact are also frost hardy is best suited to where weed-killer. Easy to grow it will be placed, in a Roses should be deadcontainer on a sun soaked headed after flowering, patio or on a shaded wall. There are many but only on plants that don’t produce varieties to choose from. attractive seed-pods after flowering. With their deep roots, once established they There is nothing more delicious than the can survive naturally from the moisture scent of the rose. Successfully grown the present in the soil, but watering is advised sweet perfume can transform a summer for the first few years in dry spells. garden. Roses in containers will need regular Here are 9 varieties best for scent: watering to ensure the compost never dries n Louise Odier out. Take care as with any potted plant, the n Madame Isaac roots will rot if over-watered. n Pereire Roses are hungry plants and respond well n De Resht to regular feeding of general rose fertiliser, n Madame Alfred usually every fortnight for a container from n Carrière mid-spring to late summer. Use a generaln Gertrude Jekyll purpose liquid fertilizer until flowering buds n Sir Frederick Ashton appear then move over to a high potassium n Professeur Emile Perrot www.yourlocalcrowd.co.uk | 9

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Celebrating Food the great

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Food festivals are an increasingly popular way of showcasing all things foodie – and offer a great way to spend a day enjoying great food, drink and entertainment. Here we list what’s on over the summer months

ummer is just around the corner, and while we can’t guarantee the weather, we can guarantee that visiting one of the fantastic food festivals that West Wales has to offer over the next few months will put a smile on your face. After all, we are blessed with an unbeatable natural larder right on our doorsteps – from the finest fish, tender lamb and beef, fresh, tasty vegetables – and a wealth of inventive producers and chefs using that produce in the most creative of ways.

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CARDIGAN BAY SEAFOOD FESTIVAL 8 July 2018 - Aberaeron Harbour. established by a group of local fishermen in 1997 to show what fish was available locally and how it could be prepared, this is a great opportunity to learn more about our local fish and seafood – and of course to try it! www.aberaeronfishfest.com

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LAMPETER FOOD FESTIVAL 28 July 2018 - Lampeter University. Featuring cooking demonstration and a wide range of food stalls and entertainment, the Lampeter Food Festival has been running for nearly 20 years and attracts many visitors keen to sample all that is available. www.lampeterfoodfestival.org.uk

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NARBERTH FOOD FESTIVAL

DINEFWR FOOD FESTIVAL

22 & 23 September 2018 - Ends the summer of food here in West Wales. Another event in its 18th year, this popular town will be thronged with food stalls, cooking demonstrations and lots of food-related activity for visitors to revel in. www.narberthfoodfestival.com

23 & 24 June 2018 - Under the auspices of the National Trust, Newton House and Dinefwr Park, Llandeilo are hosting a showcase of Welsh food- everything you need to know from growing it, cooking it and eating it. For the price of the National Trust admission (and free if you’re already a member!), visitors will be able to attend demonstrations, attend talks on various foodie topics and take part in workshops and hands on activities. There will be food-based activities for children too. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/dinefwr

CARDIGAN RIVER & FOOD FESTIVAL 18 August 2018 - Cardigan Quays. Cardigan’s River & Food Festival has grown to attract thousands of people to the town every year, celebrating the quality and diversity of the superb local independent food producers that abound in Wales. www.cardigan-food-festival.co.uk

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12 August 2018 - Held on the Aberystwyth promenade, Sea2Shore is another great opportunity to celebrate the best that our coastal waters has to offer- and to enjoy the delights of this great town. Find them on Facebook

9 June 2018 - For the sixth year running, the King George V playing field will be filled to the brim with all things fun and foodie with local producers lined up again to present their fantastic produce to the world. This festival also features a popular performance stage which will feature participation from a number of local schools. www.ncefoodfestival.wales

ABERYSTWYTH FOOD & DRINK FESTIVAL 17th September 2018 - Baker Street, Aberystwyth. Full details of this year’s Aberystwyth Food& Drink Festival are under wraps, but save the date and watch out for more information!

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CRYMYCH FOOD FESTIVAL 1 September 2018 - Focusses on local produce, offering a variety of local food and drink including meats, cheese, bread, honey, wine and ice cream. The cookery demonstrations emphasise making the most of local produce – a great way to be inspired to try the produce that is available locally. Facebook: Gwyl Fwyd Crymych Food Festival

NEWCASTLE EMLYN FOOD FESTIVAL

THE BIG CWTCH 31 Aug – 1 Sept 2018 - Crugybar, Carmarthenshire. Again, not strictly a ’food festival’ in its own right, The Big Cwtch celebrates the best of Welsh food alongside the best of Welsh music. www.thebigcwtch.com

THE LLANDOVERY SHEEP FESTIVAL 22 & 23 September 2018 – a great way to round off the summer with a heady mix of fun, food and wool. Of course it makes sense to bring everything together and celebrate everything the sheep, so beloved of Wales, gives us. Now, where is the mint sauce? www.llandoverysheepfestival.co.uk

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They come in many varieties, are fantastic pollinators and producers of deliciously sweet honey, but they can also come with a nasty sting in their tail. Here we discuss how to deal with a sting

e’re all familiar with that buzz during the summer months and just occasionally we may take a sting. Wasp and bees can often be mistaken for one another and are both capable of giving a nasty sting, but generally will leave us alone if we don’t bother them. They are hugely important as pollinators and should be left alone. So as a general rule, if you do come across a bee, don’t flail your arms around and chase them away, simply stand still and allow them to move on. Whilst honey bees can attack when provoked, wasps are naturally more aggressive predators and whilst honey bees can sting only once then die, a single wasp is capable of stinging multiple times. Honey bees are hairy, while wasps usually have smooth and shiny skin and are brightly coloured, with black and yellow patterns.

hand or a cold compress. n Take pain relief if very painful, such as paracetamol, but always check the dosage. n Try an antihistamine if it’s very itchy, or visit your local pharmacist for advice.

SERIOUS REACTIONS n Its always advisable to seek medical advice if you have severe swelling to the bite or significant pain. n Ring 999 if you have any swelling of the face, tongue, lips, neck or difficulty breathing or difficulty swallowing.

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What to do if you suffer a sting

n You may know you have an allergy, but don’t assume those around you do! Always carry your pre-loaded Epi-pen and a written plan on how to use it. n If you know you are prone to severe reactions notify your friends, employer and family and demonstrate how to administer the Epi-pen. n You may also be advised to wear a medical alert bracelet or necklace, ensure you do wear it. n If your reactions are severe, it may be worth looking into specialist venom immunotherapy treatments, contact your local GP for more advice on this.

n If you can, try to remove the sting from the skin carefully as you could potentially spreads the venom, if for example the skin is pinched, instead try to scrape it off. n Apply something cold, such as ice if you have it to

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A STING A bee sting can be very unpleasant and sore for a few hours, but unless you are allergic to bees then it is unlikely to cause you any major problems.

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CARDIGAN BAY FISH (Cardigan) Seafood Supplier of the Year Founders Len and Mandy Walters have been supplying customers with freshly prepared fish and seafood for over 15 years and sourcing their produce from Cardigan Bay ensures the freshness and quality that they have become known for. As well as selling simple fish and seafood, they also transform the catch of the day into delicious tarts and potted treats. www.cardiganbayfish.co.uk

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THE PENTRE ARMS (Llangrannog) Gastro Pub of the Year Mid Wales Nestled in the Cardigan Bay cove of Llangrannog, overlooking the small, sandy beach, this traditional seaside pub is making waves in gastronomic circles.

Popular with locals and walkers from the nearby coastal path, this pub is highly regarded for its range of real ales and top-quality home-cooked meals, which include fish and seafood dishes that showcase the local catch of the day. www.pentrearms.co.uk THE QUBE RESTAURANT (Tenby) Restaurant of the Year South West Chef of the Year - Damian Hanlon Making inspired use of fresh local ingredients is at the heart of the cuisine on offer in this highly-regarded restaurant. With Chef of the Year winner Damian Hanlon creating food as stylish as the recently renovated interior, The Qube offers an ‘elegant dining’ experience, popular with locals and visitors to the lovely seaside resort of Tenby. www.theqube-tenby.co.uk

WEST WALES FINALISTS Best Mexican Establishment n El Salsa (Cardigan) Best Oriental Establishment n The Dragon Palace (Saundersfoot) Best Indian Establishment n Yasmins Indian Restaurant (Newcastle Emlyn) Best Vegetarian Establishment n Caffi Iechyd Da (Carmarthen) n Waverley Stores Vegetarian Restaurant (Carmarthen) n Over the Rainbow Wales (Tanygroes) Best Seafood Establishment n The Griffin Inn (Dale) n The Shed Fish & Chip Bistro (Porthgain) n Pysgoty (Aberystwyth)

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Strawberries WRITTEN BY SAM JONES

It’s that time of year with Wimbledon just around the corner, to celebrate the Queen of summer fruits, packed with goodness and delicious in flavour the strawberry really is the fruit of the season. KEEP WRINKLES AT BAY!

BOOSTS IMMUNITY

Ok, as a middle aged woman, I’m starting with the important point. Strawberries combat the wrinkles! They are rich in Vitamin C, helping the production of collagen, which in turn helps to improve skin’s elasticity and resilience. Speaking as a woman who knows, we lose collagen as we age, so eating strawberries packed with vitamin C may just help us stay healthier and younger looking for longer…I live in hope!

Did I mention Strawberries are an excellent source of vitamin C? A vitamin we all know boosts immunity. Just one serving contains about half your daily requirement of vitamin C.

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Another good one! Did you know that Strawberries are naturally low in calories, fat-free and low in both sodium and sugar? Eat them guilt free…without the sugar of course as they do contain natural sugars with the total carb content of one serving equivalent to less than a half slice of bread. Resulting in a healthier snack which will keep you fuller for longer.

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Potassium is also found in strawberries, another heart healthy nutrient, that helps regulate blood pressure.

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Vitamin C, an antioxidants that can help with cancer prevention, by maintaining a healthy immune system, it’s the body’s best defence against cancer. Apparently a phytochemical called ellagic acid-also found in strawberries, has reportedly been shown to yield anti-cancer properties such as suppressing cancer cell growth.

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Rich in antioxidants and phytochemicals, strawberries may also help to reduce inflammation of the joints, which can often lead to arthritis and heart disease.

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Strawberries are a great source of fibre, naturally containing about 2g of fibre per serving which is important for healthy digestion. Reducing problems such as constipation. Fibre is also important in fighting type 2 diabetes and helps slow the absorption of sugars (i.e. glucose) in the blood.

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There’s a music festival for everyone in West Wales this summer! Get your singing voices ready, pull on your dancing shoes/wellies and enjoy!

here’s a music festival for everyone in West Wales this summer! As we head out of spring, we’re starting to think about everything that’s brilliant about Summer in West Wales – starting off with music festivals across the counties of Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and Carmarthenshire. Get your singing voices ready, pull on your dancing shoes/ wellies and enjoy!

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NEW QUAY MUSIC FEST The beautiful fishing village of New Quay, between Aberaeron and Cardigan comes alive in August with an annual Music festival. The festival features performances in the marquee over 3 evenings, with a series of free events held over the weekend in and around New Quay, with buskers around the pubs and cafés. Join locals and visitors alike for great music and good times by the sea! Where: New Quay When: 3 - 5 August 2018 Cost: 3 day pass £42.50; see website for other tickets available www.newquaywalesfestival.com

MUSICFEST ABERYSTWYTH Set against the spectacular backdrop of the Cardigan Bay coastline, West Wales Musicfest Aberystwyth is an inspirational and enticing fusion of music. The engagement of audience, student and artist alike creates the unique community atmosphere – part music festival, part summer school. Experience daily evening and lunchtime festival concerts, plus student foyer performances and student showcase concerts at the end of the week, together they remind us of the rejuvenating effect of listening to music.

Where: Aberystwyth When: 28 July – 4 August 2018 Cost: see website for details of individual courses and concerts/recitals www.musicfestaberystwyth.org

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ST DAVID’S CATHEDRAL FESTIVAL The St. David’s Cathedral Festival has been bringing classical music to West Wales for over 35 years. For ten days every year, the Cathedral hosts a gala of classical and contemporary music concerts under the artistic direction of Oliver Waterer, the Organist and Master of the Choristers. The programme for 2018 is as varied and interesting as ever. Where: St Davids When: 25 May – 3 June 2018 (check programme for individual events) Cost: See individual events for details of ticket prices Email:info@stdavidscathedralfestival.co.uk www.stdavidscathedralfestival.co.uk

PEMBROKESHIRE FOLK MUSIC FESTIVAL Concerts, Ceilidhs, Workshops, Singarounds, Sessions and Family Events From a colourful opening ceremony in the

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FISHGUARD INTERNATIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL The festival was founded 46 years ago and has presented a programme of mainly classical music staged at a variety of venues in and around Fishguard, its twin town of Goodwick and other towns and villages across North Pembrokeshire. Where: Fishguard and surrounding area When 23 July - 3 August Cost: check website as more details are released Contact: 01348 873 23 Email: info@fishguardmusicfestival.co.uk www.fishguardmusicfestival.co.uk

ABERJAZZ August Bank Holiday Weekend This Jazz and Blues Festival in Fishguard has been running since 2011, and tickets go on sale soon for the 2018 extravaganza which takes place in and around the North Pembrokeshire town for 5 days. Where: Fishguard When: 23 – 27 August 2018, Cost: Check website for individual events Email: info@aberjazz.com www.aberjazz.com

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MILFORD HAVEN MUSIC FESTIVAL With roots in the Tall Ships Race at Milford Haven in 1991, the festival was formally established in 2002, celebrating the Golden Jubilee. Now an annual fixture, the Milford Haven Music features many national and international artists and stars from the classical music world, Check the programme available on the website for individual events. Location: St Katharine’s Church, Where: Milford Haven When: 5 May – 26 May 2018 Cost: Check website for individual events www.milfordhavenmusicfestival.co.uk

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LLANDEILO FESTIVAL OF MUSIC The programme for this classical music festival is not yet published, so check back on the website for more details. When:14 - 21 July Email: enquiries@llandeilomusicfestival.org.uk www.llandeilomusicfestival.org.uk

THE BIG CWTCH This charity music & food festival often features up and coming bands in its fantastic line up of music. In the heart of the Cothi valley, this is a family friendly festival in a magical lakeside location which features an amazing programme of outdoor experiences including creative kids, health & well-being, and a craft village. Camping options including a Glamping Field are available Where: Glanrannel Park House, Crugybar, Carmarthenshire SA19 8SA When: 31 August - 1 September 2018 Cost: From £30 www.thebigcwtch.com

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Held in the Brecon Beacons, Green Man has carved a niche in festival history as a non-corporate, ethically-focused event with much to thank the swinging sixties for. Alongside the music, festival goers enjoy amazing food and drink, much of it local to Wales, midnight bonfires, films and performances, and lots for children and young people. Plus the stunning location. 16 -19 August 2018 www.greenman.net

FESTIVAL NO 6 As quirky as its Portmeirion location, Festival No 6 is rich in music, combining headline acts alongside arts and culture, as well as the ubiquitous foodie element. 6th – 9th September 2017 www.festivalnumber6.com

Not just a music festival (although as it was founded by Cerys Matthews, you can expect plenty of great music) The Good Life Experience draws people from across the UK to Hawarden, Flintshire for a weekend of ‘the good life’. 14th -16th September 2018 www.thegoodlifeexperience.co.uk

BRECON JAZZ FESTIVAL Hosted by Brecon Jazz Club, with contributions from Borders, South Wales and Cardiff Jazz clubs, the Brecon Jazz Festival has gained something of an international reputation in the Jazz World with praise from performers, audience and associates alike. The emphasis of the festival is on collaboration, inclusion and diversity. 10th-12 August 2018 www.breconjazz.org

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It’s no secret being active is good for your body and mind. Regular physical activity can reduce the risk of many chronic conditions including coronary heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, cancer, obesity, mental health problems and musculoskeletal conditions . But did you know, there are additional benefits to taking your activity outdoors.

Vitamin D is essential for healthy bones. From around late March/early April to end of September, we should get most of our vitamin D from sunlight. Making sure you follow guidelines on minimising your risk of skin cancer, being outdoors will help you to absorb Vitamin D3.

BOOST YOUR MENTAL WELLBEING Being active in the natural environment for just 5 minutes has a significant impact on your self-esteem and mood, with those suffering from mental health issues likely to have the most significant increase in self-esteem, as well as improvement in symptoms of depression. Exercising outdoors can also give you greater feelings of revitalisation and positive engagement, decreases in tension, confusion, anger, and depression, and increased energy .

IMPROVE JOINT STABILITY, CORE STRENGTH AND BALANCE Being active on uneven surfaces will help to make your joints more stable and work deep core muscles harder. Activities such as paddleboarding and walking on uneven surfaces provide a low impact option; particularly important if you are already suffering from joint instability.

YOU’RE MORE LIKELY TO STICK TO IT Outdoor activities are fun and challenging. Exercising

outdoors can make you more likely to stick to an activity than those exercising indoors.

YOU ARE ACTIVE FOR LONGER Whether it’s a change in scenery, fresh air or the connection with the outdoors, many outdoor activities offer the opportunity to be active for longer – increasing your endurance - without the monotony of the same treadmill display, swimming pool floor or the confines of a hall.

SLEEP BETTER Being active by the sea will provide additional benefits of helping you sleep better. The sea air is full of negative ions, which improve your ability to absorb oxygen . Therefore, whether it’s getting out for a walk, going horseriding, gardening or something a bit more adventurous like the activities on page 6 – there are plenty of benefits to getting outdoors. Paddleboarding, paddleboard yoga and fitness and beach yoga are all available through Surfing Bird so get in touch if you’re looking for your next adventure me@surfing-bird.com. Leanne Bird Fitness and Wellbeing Consultant at BirdSol and Founder of Surfing Bird. www.exerciseyourfreedom.com

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Self Employed and need a mortgage? Some sound advice from Ashmole & Co on getting that mortgage www.ashmole.co.uk

f you’re one of the UK’s nearly five million self employed people, you may know how tricky it can be to get a mortgage. ‘All borrowers are jumping through hoops more than ever, but self-employed will have to leap far higher’, said a spokesperson at analyst, Moneyfacts. Unlike employees with a steady salary stream, the self employed can be faced with ups and downs in income – good years and bad years. There can also be problems providing evidence of income, especially if you have only recently started trading and haven’t accounts going back for two years or three years.

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In the biggest rise in National Minimum Wage (NMW) rates for those under 25 for over a decade, new rates apply from 1 April 2018. 18-20 and 20-24 year-olds see an increase of 4.7% and 5.4%

respectively. There is also a 4.4% increase in the National Living Wage (NLW) for those aged 25 and over. NMW and NLW vary depending on age and whether or not a worker is an apprentice.

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Fine Dining comes to Cardigan There has been much chatter locally about the new restaurant, 1176, we went along to see what all the fuss was about were far from disappointed WRITTEN BY SAM JONES | PHOTOS BY SAM JONES

E are all aware that over recent years Cardigan Castle has seen many changes, the ugly metal supports have been removed from the castle walls, with the castle being restored to it’s former glory, with the grounds once again beautifully manicured and now hosting a variety of popular outdoor events. Visitors can even now stay in luxury holiday accommodation situated within the castle grounds. But lets not forget the beautifully positioned restaurant, 1176, overlooking the river Teifi, named after the year that Lord Rhys hosted Wales’ first Eisteddfod. It’s contemporary slate and floor-to-ceiling glass design and panoramic views that perfectly capture the setting sun over the River Teifi, now offer exceptional evening meals. We’d finally booked a table and were very much looking forward to seeing what 1176 had to offer. Initially 1176 was only open during the day, to visitors and locals alike, but in recent months it has opened it’s doors on Friday & Saturday evenings. The restaurant also offers a sun terrace to enjoy some alfresco dining, however, when we visited in early April, Cardigan had not yet been blessed with the summer sun, so instead we were seated behind the panoramic glass windows overlooking the High Street and the river. Don’t be disappointed if these tables are occupied on your visit as the view from the tables on the far side of the restaurant are just as delightful, overlooking the castle’s grounds. Soaking up the heat of the setting sun, we studied our menu that local well-known Chef Tom Holden had created. An excellent selection of dishes over 4 courses to

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cover a variety of tastes for just £27.50. Tom Holden, is the mastermind behind Holden’s Catering and took over the restaurant in early 2018. He is passionate about providing the best and I’m delighted he has launched his new fine dining experience here in Cardigan Castle. Having grown up on an organic farm in Lampeter, he clearly has the excellent skill of creating inspirational menus with locally sourced ingredients, many from within the castle kitchen garden. I’m always of the opinion that a good, but small selection of dishes, expertly prepared with time and consideration, is a far better than a vast menu of many dishes which often lead to a chaotic kitchen, rushed presentation and sadly, poor results. Not tonight. The food proved to be not only mouthwateringly good, but also exquisitely presented and beautifully garnished with delicate edible flowers. I went for the Prawn Tempura with Chilli Jam to start, with my partner opting for the Duck & Black Pudding Bon Bon. The prawns were firm and meaty, covered in a light crisp batter with the chilli jam giving it just the punch it needed to excite the dish further, finished with a delicate hint of lime. The Duck Bon Bon, dark moist and very flavoursome, served with a thick puddle of black pudding sauce, was the perfect companion to the rich flavours of the meat. To follow we were served with a refreshing prosseco sorbet, cleansing the pallet. “This is good, really good” whispers my companion across the table and I have to agree. Onto the main event and my partner, being the meat lover, was thrilled to see beef on the menu, not steak, which is

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t’s that time of year when we drag the BBQ from the shed light it up (safely) and burn some food for our family and friends. So what should we have to drink with our cremated sausages and salad? Well popping down the supermarket for a few lagers and ciders or prosecco will do the trick normally, keeping them ice cold in the fridge will wash away any burgers in a bun nicely, but if you want to choose a good wine to compliment your meat try these. Top of my recommendations for a good all-round BBQ wine is the delicious southern Italian red wine Baccanera Negroamaro Primitive. This is a modern styled red which blends a little Primitivo with Negroamaro, giving a sweeter fruit feel. The small degree of the ‘ripasso’ method further boosts the richness of the taste giving a very smooth, supercharged fruit for drinking on its own, or will be perfect with your BBQs meat dishes. N D John wines currently sell this on-line for £7.99 so a few bottles won’t break the bank Next on our list is a little higher in price (around £15) but you’ll know why when you taste it, its Italian again the wonderful Amarone della Valpolicella Montresor. it’s a Dark ruby-red coloured wine with dried fruit cherry, chocolate and cedar aromas and flavours; dry, full bodied, with balanced acidity, ripe tannins and good length. This will be an excellent wine serve with steaks and meats that have been sympathetically cooked not burned to a crisp. My last suggestions is Invilla Cuvee Rose. It’s fruity on the palate with notes of red fruits, cherries and citrus, accompanied by mint and thyme. It’s fresh, elegant with fruity finish and a persistent floral note. This slightly sparkling Italian is perfect as an aperitif or with summer salads - just as enjoyable on its own! You should be able to get this lovely wine for around £7 a bottle So enjoy your wines this season. The three above are just a suggestion but remember, If you’re serving burgers, steak, or ribs, only the big red wines will do. Bordeaux, California Cabernet, and Barolo are perfect matches, but if the spice turns the dish hot, zero in on Zinfandel or a similarly spicy Australian Shiraz or Argentine Malbec. Cheers Richie Hammond 30 | www.yourlocalcrowd.co.uk

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f you’re lucky enough to live near the coast – which is highly likely in Pembrokeshire and Ceredigion – then you might be able to lay your hands on (or go snorkelling for) some Spider Crab from the end of May through the summer. Len and Mandy Walters often have them at St Dogmaels Local Producers market Tuesday 9 -1pm at The Coach House, St Dogmaels. INGREDIENTS Serves 2 8 cooked spider crab claws, crab meat picked out 2 cloves garlic chopped finely 8 cherry tomatoes chopped finely handful parsley chopped finely 200g linguine (or spaghetti) Juice of a lemon to taste Salt and pepper Olive oil METHOD Pop pasta onto cook in lots of salted boiling water. In a large frying pan soften the garlic in olive oil on a low heat for two minutes, add and soften the tomatoes for 2 mins – turn off heat. When the pasta is cooked, until al dente, drain and coat in olive oil. Turn heat on under the garlic and tomatoes, add the crab meat and then add pasta, using some tongs mix well, add parsley and salt and pepper, squeeze a lemon over it and serve in two big bowls with a fresh green salad.

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BBQ’s and how to keep them fun and safe r.j.hammond@btinternet.com

ho doesn’t enjoy a good BBQ with family and friends? What we don’t enjoy is having our eyebrows singed by being a bit too enthusiastic trying to light it. Like everything having a BBQ is about recognizing the risks and removing them or keeping them as low as we can. I’m not going to try and teach you to suck eggs, I’m going to give you a few tips on how to have a great day and a safe one. 1. Inspect your BBQ – has it been sitting in the shed all winter? Get it out in plenty of time and check it for corrosion (you don’t want hot coals dropping through the base onto your flip flops). Once your’re happy it’s sound give it a wash. A build up of last year’s fats and grease can give you an excellent case of food poisoning so clean it up. Avoid using a wire brush as the bristles can break off and become cooked into the food and if digested can cause internal injury. 2. Choose your location – If it’s in the garden try not to be close to possible fuel sources. Stay away from hedges, decking or underneath the eves of the house. Never use on a balcony and you must be very careful from around Easter onwards in areas like forestry and common land as the risk of starting a wildfire is very high. If you’re on the beach look around and make sure your far enough away from the cliff with it’s vegetation which again can easily catch fire. 3. What are you wearing? – If its a hot day you may have a floaty top or loose shirt that can come into contact with the fire without you realizing. If you’re

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the cook wear grill gloves to avoid burning your fingers or use long utensils. 4. The food – First wash those hands. Keep the cooked meats away from the raw don’t cross contaminate. Don’t use a plate or utensils that previously held raw meat, poultry, or seafood for anything else unless you wash them first in hot, soapy water. Have a clean platter and utensils ready at grill-side for serving or you’ll be on the loo for a few days. Cook the food thoroughly, partial precooking in the microwave oven or on the stove is a good way to reduce grilling time. It may be burnt on the outside but raw on the inside so check before you serve to your 8 year old niece. 5. Lighting the BBQ – Follow manufacturer’s instructions if using a gas BBQ and keep children and pets a safe distance away (at all times). These are the most important two rules when lighting a BBQ a) never use flammable liquids to start a BBQ and b) NEVER NEVER NEVER USE FLAMABLE LIQUIDS TO START A BBQ!!!!!! If you want a safe BBQ please use kindling or the white blocks to start your coals going but never petrol or anything remotely similar 6. Alcohol and fire doesn’t mix – Whoever is in charge of the grill make sure they aren’t draining the bar. Number seven – When its over and you’re all relaxing make sure the fire is cooling and out before you leave it you don’t want to be getting up that night to see your shed on fire. If you stick to these guidelines you should have a safe BBQ so have a lovely time enjoy the weather and stay safe until next time. Richie Hammond

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