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TOURISM Dyfed Shire Horse Farm......................18 IT Eco Pcâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s..................................................1 Cwm Connell Coastal Cottages........... 22 Cliand Computers..................................9 Teifi Social............................................29 RESTAURANTS & CAFES Brasserie Ty Croes................................13 Ferry Inn .............................................13 OTHER Sprint Printers........................................7 Castle Cafe & Cellar Bar.......................15 Kelsion Kennels ....................................7 Fynnone Arms.....................................18 FINANCE & BUSINESS SERVICES Lloyds Bank.........................................31 Siop Hoffnant Stores..............................9 The Old Sailors.................................... 22 Clay Shaw Butler Accountants.............33 Diane Mathias ...................................... 9 CHARITIES Peter Evans Photography.......................9 Project Linus........................................29

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CONTENTS DIRECTORY/EMERGENCY NUMBERS...........5 DYFED-POWYS POLICE Beware of bogus callers...........................................................11 INTERVIEW Louise Francis on being a RNLI crew member................................................12 INTERVIEW with solo artsist Rye Milligan....14 TRIED & TESTED Cellar Bar...........................15 GO GREEN Using wood as a sustainable building material..........................................16 YLC COASTAL PATH GUIDE Discover our coastal playground ...............................................19-22 HISTORY .......................................................24 PROFILE Croeso Care........................................26

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BUSINESS CONTACTS.........................17, 23 & 27 SOCIAL MEDIA Find your voice online ...........28 SUMMER FASHION ......................................30 FINANCE Getting to grips with your VAT.........32 RECIPES.........................................................33

CONTRIBUTORS Feature Writer: Sally Sellwood................... www.sallysellwood.co.uk Dyfed Powys Police.................................www.dyfed-powys.police.uk Recipes: Jennifer Goss.................................................Our Two Acres Fashion & Interiors: Vicky Walker; Mundos. ........www.mundo.co.uk Go Green: Celtic Sustainables. ............www.celticsustainables.co.uk Education: Jon Bell. ......................................Twitter: @Pembs_tutor History: Glen K Johnson.................................... ..www.glen-johnson.co.uk Finance: Clay Shaw Butler. .................................www.clayshawbutler.com

PUZZLES Test the grey matter........................34 Cover Image: © Crown copyright (2014) Visit Wales See a fantastic selection of coastal images sumbitted by local photographers at http://bit.ly/ylcCoastPathGuide along with our full Coast Path Guide

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BEWARE OF BOGUS AND COLD CALLERS Bogus callers prey on the most vulnerable people in our communities attempting to con them out of vast amounts of money for unnecessary and overpriced work.

Sometimes they pretend to be from reputable companies and sometimes they resort to distraction tactics. Cold callers will phone or knock your door unannounced and try to sell you a product or service. Many are genuine but some can be scams. Police in Dyfed-Powys are warning homeowners and relatives of elderly and vulnerable people to be aware that bogus and cold callers are out there and to advise of some simple steps people can take to protect themselves. PS Alison Rees of Dyfed Powys Police, said: “Unfortunately not everyone who knocks unannounced at your door has a genuine reason for being there. Bogus callers are criminals and we encourage residents to beware and know what to do if they do receive a visit from a bogus caller with making sure you ask for ID a priority, along with fitting and using a door chain. If in doubt, keep them out.” Top tips on how to beat the bogus or cold caller: • Consider fitting a chain on the door – and always use it. Remember to keep the door chain on until you are sure your caller is genuine. • Do not let anyone into your home that you do not know or until you are completely satisfied that they are who they say they are. • Make sure the caller is genuine. Ask to see identification. If in doubt, telephone the company the caller says they work for. Don’t use a number on their card but look it up in the phone book. • Don’t let the caller stop you doing these things by saying he or she is in a hurry. A genuine caller won’t mind waiting outside with the door closed while you ring. • If you are blind,partially sighted,or have difficulty moving about, you can arrange to have your meters read at an agreed time by a named person. When they call, the meter reader will give their name or an agreed password. If you are worried

ring the police. • Ask a neighbour or friend to visit while the caller is there • Never leave a key hidden outside the home (e.g. under a doormat) • If you are selling your home, don’t show people around on your own. Ask your estate agent to send a representative with anyone who wants to view your house. Call 101 to report a suspected bogus caller or rogue trader. Call 999 if they become aggressive or to report a distraction burglary. For more advice on protecting yourself and your home from bogus callers visit www.dyfed-powys.police.uk or call 101.

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INTERVIEW

A COURAGEOUS AND EXTRAORDINARY JOB The coast is one of the things that makes Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire so special, but the sea deserves our respect. Our heroic lifeboat crews know this more than most, and we asked Louise Francis, part of the team at Cardigan lifeboat station, about life with the RNLI. How did you become involved with the RNLI? I signed up 6 years ago. I went along to an open day and signed up on the spot. I’m crew, but I can helm too, and drive the tractor and Landrover to launch and recover the lifeboats. Overlapping skills mean the boats can always be operational. The RNLI rescues, on average, 22 people a day – at Cardigan we launch 45-50 times each year. What about training? There’s a week of intensive training at RNLI College in Poole, and then ongoing training so we’re always up to date. What happens on a ‘shout’? We carry pagers 24/7. The ‘shouts’ can come at any time – I’ve left a trolley of shopping in the supermarket before now. We’re not ‘blue lighted’, but we’ll usually be in the sea within 8 minutes. We clean down and prepare the boats ready for the next job at the end of each shout. How far round the coast do you cover? Tresaith to Newport, and out to sea 8-10 miles. We have an offshore Atlantic 85 and a smaller D class inshore boat. We work with other local stations, and have shore support from the coastguard. The beach lifeguards help us by trying to keep our route to the sea clear. Is there a typical call out? No! We never know what we’re going to when the pager goes off: accidents at sea, broken down boats, cliff rescues, missing swimmers or canoeists. We once rescued a family of 5 whose boat had capsized on Cardigan bar, and one day we had 3 shouts one after the other. We travel up river too,

and once rescued a horse stranded at Cilgerran. How have the recent Coastguard station closures affected Cardigan? It’s unsettling. Swansea has been closed so we now use Milford Haven. But if Milford is busy (which they often are) then the call can be sent anywhere - Holyhead or HQ Southampton which means it takes longer to be paged and extended launch times as a result. Are you sometimes frustrated by the situations people find themselves in? We’re there to rescue people, not to pass judgment, and straight after a rescue isn’t the time to be giving people a lecture. It’s frustrating to see people going out without buoyancy aids or lifejackets, and not taking a radio or mobile phone with them – not respecting the sea. Why do you do it? It’s really exciting. The adrenaline rush when the pager goes off is intense – and of course you’re saving lives. The team is fantastic – everyone’s contribution is vital - those of us who go out, shore crew, fundraisers - and we work together really well. How can people get more involved? The RNLI runs entirely on donations from the public, so fundraising is really important. And of course, anyone can volunteer to join the team at any time – we have training sessions on Wednesday evenings (6-8.30) and Sunday mornings, if people would like to come along and find out more.

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INTERVIEW

LOOP PEDAL WHIZZ KID

Using a loop pedal, accomplished local solo artist, Rye Milligan creates arrangements of his catchy music using just his voice, guitar and Ipad. We catch up with him after a bouncing performance The Cellar Bar in Cardigan Give us a little background and how you started out and how you’ve established yourself as an artist? Originally my mum bought the Loop Pedal I use for her use, as she’s a musician too, but after it not doing what she wanted I managed to get hold of it and my music act kinda took off from there. I wouldn’t say I’m yet established as an artist. I’m still working on that one haha! 2. How would you describe your music and what artist would you compare yourself with? That’s always a hard question, but I guess my music is.. er, up-beat pop with an influence of hip hop, maybe.? I couldn’t pick just one artist to compare myself with because I have a lot of influences, but I do regularly get likened to Ed Sheeran for better or worse – you chose haha 3. What’s your most memorable performance and why? My most memorable performance has to be my album launch show. It was very humbling and rewarding having such a good turnout and of such friendly faces too! 4. What is the toughest part about performing? I really enjoy the actual performing of a gig, so not much springs to mind there, but the intense rehearsing for the gig is very hard and sometimes not very enjoyable. 5. Do you suffer from stage fright? Luckily I don’t suffer from stage fright no, but I do always get the pesky pre show nerves. 6. What one prop or part of your costume couldn’t you live without and why? I guess the one thing I couldn’t live without, regarding my performances, would be my loop pedal. I guess it could be referred to as a prop, ha! But without that little gem box I wouldn’t be able to do what I do really. 7. How often do you rehearse/practice? When I have a gig on the horizon I try and practice solidly for a week or two before it. Not as intensely as I just made out there, but yeah, I think it’s good to be as prepared as possible.

8. How do you promote yourself? I use Facebook mostly to promote my music, gathering ‘likes’ after each gig which takes a lot of time hammering my name home to people. ‘Rye like the Bread’ is a classic to get people to remember my name. Also of course Milligan like ‘Spike’. But I also use other social media sites like Twitter, YouTube and Insta. 9. What advice would you give to anyone else who is thinking of forming a band or group? My advice to anyone thinking of starting a band, or even doing a solo thing like me, would be to just throw yourself into it with intention! Each new ‘like’ on Facebook or positive piece of feedback you get will just make you more addicted to pushing it further. Go for it! 10. Where do you see yourself in 5 years time? ‘Oh well in 5 years’ time we could be walking round a zoo with the sun shining down over me and you’ 11. Do you have a fan club? At the moment I think what I have are a lot of great friends that are very supportive towards my music. But one day I would love to have a fan club. I’ll work on that one too. 12. Sum up in one sentence what it’s like to live and perform in Wales? Wales is the perfect starting point to begin performing in because of its cozy venues and friendly, supportive crowds. NEXT PERFORMANCES July 4th - HEADLINE ACT -Small World Theatre, Cardigan July 18th - Pizza Tipi, Cardigan YOUTUBE LINKS 20.13 - http://youtu.be/tJ9RCExjBos Fault of Mine - http://youtu.be/PwP2Kh6wj6Q New Feeling - http://youtu.be/xKufpcjFUHA IMPACT - http://youtu.be/Yiee3Z-cswE FOLLOW RYE ON FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/RyeMilliganSingerSongwriter

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TRIED & TESTED

THE CELLAR BAR

by Sam Jones A great intimate atmosphere to hear & see live performances, with an eclectic variety of local music, poetry performances and open mic nights. Cardigan Castle recently re-opened its doors to the public after undergoing major changes, changing the face of Cardigan; throughout these changes, and for the many years that I’ve been visiting the town that I have now chosen to make home, what remains is the wonderful mix of music and live performances held at The Cellar Bar, which is situated beneath the Castle Café, opposite the Castle itself. I’ve been visiting Cardigan since a young child, during our summer holidays, and as I grew older and travelled here independently, I always ensured I had at least one trip to The Cellar Bar during my stay. Anyone who knows Cardigan, appreciates that the town and High Street has many pubs, but what makes the Cellar Bar unique is that it offers a wide variety of acts and performances, from open mic nights, where new bands can find their feet, to poetry readings, to the more established bands, which pull in the larger crowds. But it always seemed to be the place to go to escape the more raucous behavior of Cardigans youth and to enjoy some quality entertainment. Another thing I personally like about the Cellar Bar, is it’s size; it’s cosy, intimate, comfortable, warm and welcoming. Perfect for that

first nail biting performance, new song or story, opening the door of opportunity to many local bands, allowing them to perform in front of a small crowd in intimate and comfortable surroundings. That, to me, is what makes this place so special. It can hold a large crowd comfortably, allowing the music to bounce around the room, creating that buzzing electric atmosphere needed at a lively performance, or as is more often the case, can hold a small intimate crowd of music loving people and friends to enjoy an evening of entertainment. I’ve had the pleasure of seeing several local bands perform with confidence here. Bands such as Memphis Belle, Elvis Desley and, more recently, a fantastic young artist Rye Milligan, just 18 years of age, who performed with such confidence. He had the room literally jumping, mixing his music and building up loops on his iPad, whilst sampling new songs for his enthusiastic audience. Owner Stephen Greenleigh and his team actively and tirelessly promote the different events over social media and on the chalkboard displayed outside the café. If you’ve not visited the Cellar Bar, please do. You can check what’s on by visiting their website or Facebook page, updated daily. Or simply visit the Castle Café for a coffee where you can find updates displayed on the large screen that sits above the entrance to the Cellar Bar. 25/26 Quay Street, Cardigan, Ceredigion

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GO GREEN

by Ben Jones, Celtic Sustainables

WOOD A SUSTAINABLE BUILDING MATERIAL We’ve been building houses out of wood as far back into history as we can delve. Some of the oldest timber houses in Europe have been found in Scotland and England, and date back five or six thousand years to the Neolithic period.

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DISCOVER OUR COASTAL PLAYGROUND Whether you are looking for a family day out, some heritage and culture, coastal adrenalin activities or to simply to put your feet upon one of our gorgeous beaches, our coastline has something for everyone. Here in association with the Wales Coast Path, illustrated by images from local photographers we’ve put together a guide of coastal walks for you to enjoy, highlighting our two favourites. So dig out those walking boots and get out for a blast of fresh air. The Ceredigion section of the Wales Coast Path can be tackled in up to seven sections – representing seven days walking. Each section ends in a town or village where you can find accommodation and transport. The route sections below are described in order from south to north. Our highlighted walk and personal favourite is Aberporth to 1 Llangrannog Cardigan to Aberporth Running through farmland to the north of the River Teifi before following a roadside path along the side of the estuary to Gwbert. Heading inland for a while, before returning to the coast for some fantastic views on the approach to Mwnt. The next stretch runs along the clifftops overlooking some quiet coves and caves. All along this route is a great place to spot dolphins, seals and porpoises. Passing Cwm Gwrddon - a glacial meltwater channel, the path then skirts around the Ministry of Defence base before descending into the picturesque village of Aberporth. Distance: 11.7 miles (19.1km) Difficulty: easy/moderate Map1: http://bit.ly/ylcCardigan2Mwnt. Map2: http://bit.ly/ylcMwnt2Aberporth 2

Aberporth to Llangrannog Highlighted Ceredigion Walk The first half mile is tarmac & probably the easiest section of the Ceredigion Coastal path, suitable for wheelchairs and buggies. Characterised by high cliffs and secluded beaches, much of this section is designated Heritage Coast. On the firt strecth of this walk, pass renovated railway carriages, beautiful-

ly situated overlooking the sea, converted into holiday accommodation. A spectacular sight on this stretch of coastal path, is the waterfall at Tresaith, with the River Saith cascades over the cliffs into the sea and is a popular feature of the village. A good halfway point to break up your walk is the Ship Inn. Nestled above the beach of Tresiath, offering great food & views from the terrace. Popular with both locals and the visiting tourist, it’s the perfect place to stop for a bite to eat and rest the legs after the steep decent into the village. From Tresaith it becomes a little more challenging, between Penbryn and Llangrannog, there are 2 steep climbs and decents at Traeth Bach, and up to the ramparts of an iron age fort of Castell-bach, before descending into the village of Llangrannog. Excellent uninterrupted views can be found on this stretch of coastal path with the striking profile of Ynys Lochtyn. Here bottled-nosed dolphins, popular residents of Cardigan Bay, can be seen on most days during the summer. Your walk will end in one of Cardigan Bay’s prettiest small villages, Llangrannog, a tranquil, safe, seaside holiday village. Relax in one of it’s pubs, Pentre Arms and The Ship or cafes Patio Cafe and The Beach Hut, or simply grab an ice cream at and take a well earned break on its sandy beach or explore it’s cave. According to legend, the distinctive rock on Llangrannog beach, known as Carreg Bica (Devil’s Tooth) comes from the Devil himself who, apparently, in a furious rage toothache, in anger ripped it out promptly ripped it out, whereupon, of all places, it happened to land … in Llangrannog! Distance: 4.8 miles (7.7km) Difficulty: moderate/hard Map: http://bit.ly/ylcAberporth2Llangrannog

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Llangrannog to New Quay Some would say the most spectacular part of the Ceredigion Coast Path, this section is Heritage Coast and includes the iconic Ynys Lochtyn, magnificent folded rock formations of Cwmtydu and Cwm Soden. Near New Quay, Marine wildlife and seabirds can all be found Birds Rock is a great area to stop and take in the views. Distance: 9.4 miles (15km). Difficulty: moderate Map1: http://bit.ly/ylcNorthLlangrannog Map2: http://bit.ly/ylcSouthLlangrannog

Llanrhystud to Aberystwyth This section of the Heritage Coast is somewhat challenging, including the ‘hanging oak woodlands’ of Penderi Cliffs nature reserve, an important habitat and breeding ground for a wide variety of seabirds. Walk the shingle beach of Tanybwlch nature reserve towards Aberystwyth harbor, lying below the distinctive Pendinas hill and iron age fort. Distance: 10.6 miles (17km) Difficulty: moderate/hard Map1: http://bit.ly/ylcNorthLlanrystud Map2: http://bit.ly/ylcSouthofAberystwyth

New Quay to Aberaeron Aberystwyth to Borth/Ynys Las A popular stretch of the Coast Path, and apparently a fa- The Coast Path route between Aberystwyth and Clarach vourite route of the poet Dylan Thomas, which passes over Craig Glais, or ‘Constitution Hill’. Experience includes a stretch along Traethgwyn beach at the Cliff Railway to the summit. Brace yourself for the next low tide to Llanina. Do check tide times be- 3 mile section as it has several big climbs to tackle. Then fore taking the beach route (map 2 shows it’s onto the pebble ‘causeway’ of Sarn Cynfelyn, stretching an alternative route). From Llanina the out to sea at Wallog. Here at low tide, the remains of a subroute continues via the sheltered Cei Bach merged forest are revealed. The path between Borth and and Cwm Buwch, where the meandering the sandunes nature reserve of Ynyslas is a little easier. The Afon Drywi carves some interesting topogra- path then heads east towards Tre Taliesin and Tre’r Ddol phy before becoming a waterfall. across the wetlands of Cors Fochno, the RSPB reserve of Distance: 6.5 miles (10.5km) Ynyshir, Eglwysfach and onwards to Machynlleth to cross Difficulty: easy/moderate 7 the Dyfi river. Map 1: http://bit.ly/ylcNewquay2Aberaeron Distance: 4.9 miles(7.8km) to Borth and Map 2: http://bit.ly/ylcNewquay2CeiBach another 4.9 miles (7.9km) to Ynyslas Difficulty: easy/moderate/hard 8 Aberaeron to Llanrhystud Map: http://bit.ly/ylcNorthofAberystwyth Possibly the gentlest stretch of the Ceredigion Coast Path lies Pembrokeshire is home to the iconic and world along the top of soft cliffs on class landscape of the Pembrokeshire Coast National the coastal flats between AbPark. With National Trail designation, the route takes eraeron and Aberarth. A gentle you through some of Britain’s most spectacular and climb out of Aberarth then takes breathtaking scenery, including stunning beaches you over Graig for great views and picturesque harbours as well as taking in over the next stretch of coastal the UK’s smallest city - St Davids. As well as being flats at Llanon. Along the foreshore between Llanon and visually breathtaking, Pembrokeshire offers exciting Llanrhystud you will find a little bit of history, the remains wildlife spotting opportunities, both on land and out of medieval fish traps, and on the nearby Craig-as are the to sea. remains of a series of four limekilns and related buildings. Distance: 7.4 miles (11.9km) Difficulty: easy/moderate Ceibwr to Pwll y Wrach Map1: http://bit.ly/ylcNorthAberaeron Ceibwr Bay was once a busy port serving Moylegrove. Map2: http://bit.ly/ylcLlanon Home to the The Witches Cauldron – Pwll Y Wrach – a colMap3: http://bit.ly/ylcSouthLlanrhystud lapsed cave, formed by the movement of the sea washing

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away the soft shale and sandstone along a fault line, a striking geological feature on this stretch of coast. Seals are often spotted harbouring in the sheltered cave. Distance: under 1 mile Difficulty: easy/moderate Map: http://bit.ly/ylcpembsmaps (map 62) Newport The quaint medieval town of Newport is found on the Nevern Estuary, offering long stretches of gentle level paths with some excellent wheelchair & pushchair accessibility. Suitable for a gentle stroll and perfect for some wildlife watching.

Distance: Various Difficulty: easy Map: http://bit.ly/ylcpembsmaps (map 64)

Cwm yr Eglwys to Pwllgwaelod Highlighted Pembrokeshire Walk 10 This is a walk I take regularly to blow away the Sunday morning cobwebs and is a favourite of mine. At 142 metres or 465 feet above sea level, the walk over Dinas Head will certainly get the heart pumping and can be hard going in places but the views are worth the effort. It’s circular walk, not too long and has a great pub & restaurant at Pwllgwaelod, The Old Sailors, 11 for that rewarding pint of prawns and some real ale. This pub was apparently visited by Dylan Thomas at least once or twice! A wide, flat footpath suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs links the two coves, I’ve walked with members of my family who have all enjoyed the day out with some of us taking the more challenging path over Dinas head, with others members of the party taking the flat footpath, for us to meet at the Old Sailors at Pwllgwaelod for a bite to eat. Cwm yr Eglwys has plenty of rock pools to explore and is a lovely sheltered beach. I did my first offshore scuba-dive here as a child with my father, so it holds many fond memories. The beach at Pwllgwaelod is small sheltered

and sandy, great for the little members of our group. Distance: Difficulty: easy/moderate/difficult Map: http://bit.ly/ylcpembsmaps (map 63-68) 13

Whitesands to Solva Head out from the golden sands of Whitesands Bay, passing close to St Davids, Britians smallest city, ending in the pretty harbour village of Solva. Try a bit of Porpoise spotting, often seen in the waters between the mainland and Ramsey Island. It’s a long stretch of the coastal path so I’d recommend, once arriving in Solva, taking a well earned break on the harbourside or in the Harbour Inn set within the Harbour itself. At low tide you can take a lovely walk out over the beach to the harbour mouth, great for exploring the rock pools. Distance: 21km / 13miles Difficulty: moderate/difficult Map: http://bit.ly/ylcpembsmaps (map 68 &69) Martins Haven to Morloes With wonderful views across Jack Sound to Skomer Island, this is a dramatic stretch of Welsh coastline. A great place for wildlife watching, with it being a great place to catch sight of gannets and porpoise, particalarly in September and October. A short walk so add on 14 a small extension and walk to the beautiful Marloes Beach. Distance: 3.5km/2miles Difficulty: easy/moderate/difficult 15 Map: http://bit.ly/ylcpembsmaps (map 72 &73)

Broad Haven South to Skrinkle Haven It was a tough decision not to include this as my highlighted walk. An absolutely stunning stretch of coastline and one which I return to frequently. Containing the National Trust’s Barafundle beach, which for me, definately holds the WOW factor and voted one of the top 10 beaches in the world and the Lily Ponds at Bosherton. Distance: 18km/11miles Difficulty: easy/moderate/difficult Map: http://bit.ly/ylcpembsmaps (map 77 - 79)

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26 REASONS TO VISIT CARDIGAN CASTLE 1. The cottages at the entrance were both pubs, and are listed buildings Ty Castell at the entrance is a listed building and was once a private school. 2. The main entrance is listed separately as the most ornate entrance in the town. 3. The restored gates were cast by W. Moss of Carmarthen more than 200 years ago. 4. The Georgian garden has been extensively restored and replanted. 5. The gardens contain several rare species of holly, and fine oak and

beech trees. 6. There are great views of the town and river from the walls. 7. The World War II pill-box is the only one in the country to be part of a Scheduled Monument. 8. The remains of four medieval towers and two medieval walls can be seen. 9. The garden was landscaped in 1713 to make a bowling green. 10. There is a restored whalebone arch in the garden – the only one in Wales. 11. The East Tower has a unique design containing two passageways

and garderobes. 12. There is a superbly carved Eisteddfod Chair sculpture by Paul Clarke in the grounds. 13. The Turkey Oak is believed to be one of the oldest specimens in the country 14. There is an old well – if you can find it! 15. The Stores in the stable yard are 18th Century – older than the stables and the present house. 16. Some Neolithic flint scrapers have been found on the site. 17. Remains of Lord Rhys castle were found during restoration and may be exposed at a later date. 18. Cardigan Castle was the first stone castle ever built by a Welshman, in 1171. 19. The site has been continually used since 1110. The first castle was made of wood. 20. The North Tower, built in 1244, is believed to be the earliest of its’ type in Britain. 21. The present Castle Green House was built in about 1808 onto the North Tower. 22. The site covers nearly 3 acres of the town centre. 23. The Kitchen contains the original fitted dresser and pot cupboard. 24. The Kitchen walls are 12 feet thick inside the medieval North Tower. 25. The Rainbow Room is said to be haunted. Oh yes, and No.26 Don’t forget that Cardigan Castle is the Birthplace of the National Eisteddfod, first held here in 1176! Author: Glen K Johnson 2015 The Teifi Estuary History Man www.glen-johnson.co.uk

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CROESO CARE We find out more about Croeso Care, founded in 2007 by 2 friends, Heather Burt and Fiona Morris, and now providing a variety of invaluable care services across Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and Carmarthenshire.

Caring for our elderly relatives is a huge issue today, with concerns about the cost of care, and so much publicity in the media about the poor treatment some old people have received at the hands of unscrupulous carers in other parts of the country, it’s incredibly reassuring to talk to Heather and Fiona and learn about the professionalism and thought that they put into the care services offered by Croeso Care. Heather and Fiona both have strong backgrounds in all types of care, having worked in the industry throughout their careers. Croeso Care is built on a belief that care should be tailored to allow individuals to remain living in their own homes as long as possible, maintaining their dignity, and the range of services the business offers reflects this. From community care packages involving home visits throughout the day to assist with meal preparation, bathing and dressing and medication, through to respite care, in which a member of Croeso Care can move in and provide care while the usual carer (often a family member) takes a break, the business can tailor a package to suit individual needs, including 24hr care, night care at various levels and day care where, unlike the community care package, a carer can be present in the home for blocks of up to 12 hours at a time. Given that the business now covers such a wide area,

by Sally Sellwood it’s clear that the staff is crucial to the delivery of such quality care services. Heather & Fiona are proud of the investment they make in their staff, providing top training and feedback – this has been made even more streamlined with the construction of new offices with state of the art facilities for training and updates so that the team are always up to date with policies, procedures and changes in the business and in the industry. All 130+ members of staff have been inducted through the ‘Care Council of Wales Induction Programme’ and the ‘All-Wales Moving and Handling Passport Programme’. Invaluable ongoing training is provided through In-House Trainers and by external professionals where necessary. Staff are also encouraged to participate in further industry qualifications (such as NVQ’s) through partnering with Pembrokeshire College. Regulated by and registered with the Care and Social Services Inspectorate Wales, the business initially provided services only in Ceredigion. However, in 2008, they were asked to register with Pembrokeshire and Carmarthenshire, and today service all 3 counties, with new offices recently opening in Pembroke Dock. So what is the secret of their success? It’s clear that Heather and Fiona are motivated by a firm belief that older members of the population should be treated with the dignity and respect they deserve. They see the key to this as helping people remain living in their own homes for as long as possible, and firmly believe that this choice is often taken away unnecessarily when other options are available. Another factor must be their recognition of the area they work in. For more information, or to contact Croeso Care visit www.croesocare.co.uk or call 01239 712802

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TRIED & TESTED by Sam Jones The Old Sailors, an absolute hidden gem, one which I’ve visited many times over the years both as a tourist and now more frequently as a local resident. Set in a beautiful location, The Old Sailors restaurant stands behind the beach of Pwllgwaelod. A rustic pub/ restaurant dating from 1593, formally known as the Sailors Safety named for the light it once kept burning as a guide to ships, now well known for it’s fine selection of fresh seafood, a must for seafood lovers. With its sheltered bay and great beer garden, it’s also the perfect place to pit stop on your coastal walk as it’s conveniently situated on the Wales Coast Path in Pembrokeshire. On our recent visit, we chose to go for the sunset. Warmly greeted and sat overlooking the beach we settled down to study the specials and evening menu, over a crisp glass of Sauvignon Blanc. To start I chose the Moules Marinere, followed by pan-fried sea bass with vierge sauce. My companion went for a starter of dressed crab followed by a mighty portion of fish and chips. The Moules, little orange jewels were presented, deliciously fat, and smothered in a rich creamy garlic sauce, served with a couple of slices of garlic bread. Perfect! The crab, lovingly devoured, was neatly packed into a ramekin, well

THE OLD SAILORS seasoned and very tasty. Served simply with a neat side salad and some bread. Onto the main event, Pan Fried Sea Bass. Beautifully filleted, served with a crispy skin & presented simply with a tomato, shallot, caper and olive oil, vierge sauce, I was delighted with my choice. Not a bone in sight, it was moist and tender and partnered very well with the light dressing. My companion was served a large and meaty haddock with mashed peas and tartare sauce. Chunks of fresh white meat sat beneath the lovely crisp batter, this particular fish would have made any fisherman proud…he was a beast and very tasty! Accompanying the two mains were a side of salad and a bowl of chips. By now the restaurant was in full swing with both the staff and owners proudly presenting beautiful dishes caught that very morning. Accompanied by some light chatter, I got the impression it was a satisfying and rewarding job to be doing in such a lovely setting. If you get the opportunity, I’d definitely recommend a visit to the Old Sailors, be it for lunch or dinner. I may even see you there! The Old Sailors Pwllgwaelod, Near Dinas 01348 811491

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SOCIAL MEDIA

by Sally Sellwood Teifi Social

FIND YOUR VOICE ONLINE One of the most common things people say to me when discussing social media for their business – and usually just after they’ve told me that “Well, everyone says I should be on Facebook…” - is “I wouldn’t know what to say”. If this applies to you, here are some pointers to get you started.

Social media is a way of engaging with people – customers, potential customers, suppliers, competitors even. It is a ‘channel’ that allows you to communicate your business and what it stands for in a more holistic way. What you say, the ‘content’ – is as important as the ‘how you say it’ – in the same way that you would use a printed magazine to advertise in order to reach a particular audience, the design of your advert is as important as the publication it appears in. It’s not enough to ‘be on social media’ – what you say there matters too. Whichever social media platforms you are using, the golden rule is “Don’t say anything you wouldn’t say in person”. Sure, you can take the impersonal edge social media allows you – that fact that you’re not actually making eye contact with anyone – to be perhaps a little

Think about your strategy on social media before you start posting

bolder than you might be face to face, but it’s crucial that you are honest, and respectful. This is particularly important as a business – if you’ve made claims on social media that can’t be substantiated, someone will call you out – in public. And if you do have a gripe with a particular business – a competitor, perhaps or a supplier who has let you down, deal with it offline. Think about your strategy on social media before you start posting. If you think about what you want social media to do for you, why you are going to invest time developing a Facebook page or a business account. Ultimately, you want sales, but think about which aspect of that social media will help with: giving your business more visibility, fostering brand loyalty or reaching new customers, for example. Spend time seeing what other businesses are saying on social media too. See what you like and what you don’t like and consider how different approaches can work for your business As you have gone through this process, you’ll probably already have had some ideas about the nitty gritty of what to post. Here are some more ideas: • Advice: be helpful; this is also a great way to get involved in conversations on social media, where people often g o if they have a problem. You’ll set yourself up as an expert in public. • Humour: everyone likes a laugh. You don’t need to be cranking out the jokes every 5 minutes, but relating a funny story, telling a joke, or just offering a lighter perspective every now and then will be appreciated • Share what’s on in your area or industry – even if it doesn’t relate directly to you • Video and photos are good And remember what works for one channel may not work quite so well on another, so you may need to adapt accordingly, and don’t go for the hard sell: social media is more subtle than that. Finding your voice online doesn’t always come easily. Your Local Crowd, in partnership with TeifiSocial can offer assistance with your social media marketing strategy and content creation, and can actively promote your business online, even if you don’t use social media. For more details, please get in touch. sam@yourlocalcrowd.co.uk

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GETTING TO GRIPS WITH YOUR VAT Heard the one about the businessman who thought ‘VAT’ stood for ‘Vodka and Tonic’? It’s a very old joke in accountancy circles. VAT (Value Added Tax), however, is not something that any business should take lightly. Here, then, are a few words of explanation about VAT. You can only charge VAT if your business is registered for VAT. VAT is charged on things like: • business sales - eg when you sell goods and services • hiring or loaning goods to someone • selling business assets • commission • items sold to staff - eg canteen meals • business goods used for personal reasons • ‘non-sales’ like bartering, part-exchange and gifts These are known as ‘taxable supplies’. There are different rules for imports and exports and charities. VAT-registered businesses: • must charge VAT on their goods or services • may reclaim any VAT they’ve paid on business-related goods or services If you’re a VAT-registered business you must report to HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) the amount of VAT you’ve charged and the amount of VAT you’ve paid. This is done through your VAT Return which is usually completed online every three months. You may want to appoint an agent to deal with HMRC on your behalf. You must account for VAT on the full value of what you sell. There are three different rates of VAT and you must make sure you charge the right amount. It is sound advice to get a list of reduced or zero-rated goods and services. Standard rate: Most goods and services are standard rate. You should charge this rate unless the goods or services are classed as reduced or zero-rated. Reduced rate: When to charge this rate can depend on the item being provided, but also the circumstance of the sale. For example: children’s car seats and domestic fuel or power are always charged at 5%; mobility aids for older people are only charged at 5% if they’re for someone over 60 and the goods are installed in their home Zero rate: Zero-rated means that the goods are still VAT-taxable, but the rate of VAT you must charge your customers is 0%. Examples of zero-rated goods include: books and newspapers; children’s clothes and shoes; motorcycle helmets. You still have to record zero-rated transactions in your VAT accounts and report them on your

VAT Return. Rates can change and you must apply any changes to the rates from the date they change. You need to know the right VAT rate so you can charge it correctly and reclaim it on your purchases. If a transaction is a standard, reduced or zero-rated taxable supply, you must: • charge the right rate of VAT • work out the VAT if a single price is shown that includes or excludes VAT • show the VAT information on your invoice • show the transaction in your VAT account - a summary of your VAT • show the amount on your VAT Return You may be able to reclaim the VAT on purchases that relate to these sales. You can’t claim back all of the amount you’ve paid if you pay the wrong amount of VAT on a purchase. You’ll need to make a calculation when charging VAT on goods or services, or when working out the amount of VAT you can claim back on items which were sold inclusive of VAT. As a VAT-registered business, you can sell certain goods and services to charities at the zero or reduced rate of VAT. It’s your responsibility to check the charity is eligible, and to apply the correct rate. Obviously, this is not a definitive guide to VAT. You can find out more on the Government website – https://www.gov.uk/browse/business Here at Clay Shaw Butler, we have an experienced team to advise you on your VAT problems. We are a unique, innovative firm of accountants who aim to deliver the highest possible standard of expertise through our team of Qualified Chartered Accountants, Chartered Certified Accountants, Chartered Tax Advisers, experienced senior staff, trainee accountants and business consultants. Established in Carmarthen more than 30 years ago our portfolio of clients has increased significantly with clients based locally, across the UK and overseas. Our team of 24 professional staff (including three administrative staff members) have a combined experience of more than 210 years and include Welsh speakers at all levels. We encourage staff at every opportunity to develop to their full potential. This has been recognised through our achievement of the Investors in People Award. www.clayshawbutler.com Twitter: @clayshawbutler The team at Clay Shaw Butler can be contacted on 01267 228500

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