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MUSIC FESTIVALS... ....What’s On over the summer in West Wales
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SHOP... ...for your seasonal produce at some great local markets
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WE LOVE... ...Sam Jones shares her seasonal favourites
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COOKERY WORKSHOPS... ...with Deli Delights
CELTIC SUSTAINABLES... ...give Cardigan Guildhall a makeover
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HEALTH & WELLBEING... ...with Birdsol, Fitness, Nutrition & Wellbeing
BEAUTY TIPS A simple homemade nourishing facepack
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WALKS... ...Our favourite walks of Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire & Carmarthenshire
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BOOK EXTRACT... ...the colourful seaside town of Tenby
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WHAT”S ON... ...over the next three months
STUNNING BEER GARDENS.. ...just some of our favourites
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GARDENING Some top tips for the summer
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DYFED-POWYS POLICE Their latest news
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As we head out of Spring and bounce into summer, with it’s long lazy nights, sunshine - yes I’m hoping for sunshine - why not check out what’s happening in and around your town. There’s simply loads going on, with outdoor performances at Cardigan castle, music festivals to cookery workshops. Look through our What’s On Guide on pages 18 & 19 for events over the next three months or check out our Music Festival Guide over the next few pages. If you are looking to learn a new skill, why not try one of Deli Delights cookery workshops, we did and came away with some delicious pastries, page 30.
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Not forgetting our team of committed contributors, who offer all manner of advice as we head into the summer, from Celtic Sustainables, page 24, Birdsol, Fitness, Nutrition & Wellbeing, page 27 and Nature Mum on page 34. Find out what ‘We Love’ this season, p22 and read our new Beauty column p26, along with regular columns gardening, recipes, reviews and puzzles.
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MUSIC MADNESS There’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! sam@yourlocalcrowd.co.uk
CEREDIGION NEW QUAY MUSIC FEST The beautiful fishing village of New Quay, between Aberaeron and Cardigan comes alive in August with an annual Rock Music festival. The festival features performances in the marquee over 3 evenings, with a free concert during the day on Saturday 5th August on the sea front, and buskers around the pubs and cafés. Sunday’s headline act in the marquee is Bon Giovi! Join locals and visitors alike for great music and good times by the sea!
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Where: New Quay When: 4th, 5th & 6th August 2017 Cost: 3 day pass £40; see website for other tickets available 01545 560 688 email: info.nqmf@googlemail.com www.newquaywalesfestival.com MUSICFEST ABERYSTWYTH Saturday 22nd to Sunday 30th July Set against the spectacular backdrop of the Cardigan www.yourlocalcrowd.co.uk | 7
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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 remind us of the rejuvenating effect of listening to music. Where: Aberystwyth When: 22nd – 30th July 2017 Cost: see website for details of individual courses and concerts/recitals 01970 612 034 Email:musicfest@aber.co.uk www.musicfestaberystwyth.org GWYL CRUG MAWR Traditionally held on the August Bank Holiday just outside Cardigan, this 2 day music festival is held on the site of the Battle of Crug Mawr where the combined forces of Gruffydd ap Rhys of Deheubarth, Owain Gwynedd, and Cadwaladr ap Gruffyd, routed the Normans in 1136 Where: Cardigan When: TBC Cost: TBC www.crugmawr.com
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COLOURFEST Live bands and DJs take over Oernant Show Ground outside Cardigan for a weekend of music and dancing. Over 16s only and 16 & 17yr olds must be accompanied by an adult. Where: Penparc, Cardigan When: TBC Cost: TBC www.facebook.com/Dragoneventbars/
PEMBROKESHIRE St David’s Cathedral Festival When: 26th May – 4th June 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 2017 is as varied and interesting as ever. Highlights include former Royal Harpist Claire Jones and the Claire Jones String Ensemble performing Debussy Danses and Handel Harp Concerto, a performance by the BBC National Orchestra of Wales and an opportunity to go along and sing HMS Pinafore with Ian McMillan (conductor), British Sinfonietta and Principal Singers from The D’Oyly Carte Opera. Where: St Davids When: 26th May – 7th June 2017 (check programme
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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 town square to the finale, the festival is known as a cheerful and dynamic celebration of folk music set against the historic and picturesque town. All concerts are held at Theatr Gwaun, West St, Fishguard, Pembs, Dyfed, SA65 9AD Where: Fishguard When: 26th -29th May 2017 Cost: £40 for all concerts, £12.00 for individual concerts. Discounts available Contact: 24hr information line: 01348 873421/ judy. whitehouse@gmail.com www.pembrokeshire-folk-music.co.uk 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 24th July to 1st 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 2017 extravaganza which takes place in and around the North Pembrokeshire town for 5 days. Where: Fishguard When: August Bank Holiday 2017, Cost: TBC Email: info@aberjazz.com www.aberjazz.com 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, The programme for 2017 is not yet available. However, tickets are available for An Evening with Sir Karl Jenkins, patron of the Milford Haven Music Festival, at St David’s Cathedral – on Saturday 6th May. www.yourlocalcrowd.co.uk | 9
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Location: St Katharine’s Church, Where: Milford Haven When: TBC Cost: TBC www.milfordhavenmusicfestival.co.uk
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GREEN MAN 17th -20th August 2017 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. www.greenman.net
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:15th -22nd July 2017 Email: enquiries@llandeilomusicfestival.org.uk Ticket and Accommodation Hotline (Card Purchases): 01267 231557 www.llandeilomusicfestival.org.uk
BRECON JAZZ FESTIVAL 11th-14th August 2017 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.
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: 1st & 2nd September 2017 Cost: From £30 Ticket hotline: 0845 528 0799 www.thebigcwtch.com
THE GOOD LIFE EXPERIENCE 15th -17th September 2017 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’. www.thegoodlifeexperience.co.uk
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FESTIVAL NO 6 7th – 9th September 2017 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. www.festivalnumber6.com
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TENBY PEMBROKESHIRE The best of the Welsh seaside all wrapped up in a medieval wall, elegant streets, with plenty of culture and a splash of sporting prowess thrown in, ‘Denbigh the Fish’ has ‘holiday’ nailed. Situated at the western end of the sweeping Carmarthen Bay, Tenby has been on the leisure map since the 1800s, and yet there is so much more to Tenby than simply tourism. Its strategic position made it an obvious place for settlement, and records date back to a settlement in the 9th century. Protected by a medieval wall, the future Henry VII of England sheltered here during the Wars of the Roses, and the town subsequently became an important trading port. Sadly, Tenby experienced a bad ‘Civil War’, changing hands between Royalists and Parliamentarian troops a couple of times; shortly afterwards, plague devastated the town. Tenby slid into decline until the Victorian tourists took an interest in the Welsh coast, and Tenby’s renaissance commenced. The seaside is a ‘given’ at Tenby with a number of Blue ACCOMMODATION, FOOD & DRINK Tenby has plenty of places to stay, from family campsites to top class hotels. Trefloyne Manor offers 4 star accommodation with a golf course, while the Tenby House Hotel is right in the heart of things. Try Broadmead for Boutique B&B or for camping, there’s Windmill Hill Caravan Park or ‘wild camping’ at Skrinkle Bay, Manorbier, and visit Manorbier Castle while you’re there. Tenby has plenty of great places to eat. Try The Bucaneer for pub food or the hidden charms of Plantagenet House. For seafood lovers,
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Flag beaches to enjoy. If you tire of building sandcastles, you can get your blood pumping with a wide variety of watersports, join the local sailing club as a visitor go climbing at Tenby’s indoor climbing wall, walk up Castle Hill (home to Tenby Museum and Art Gallery) or visit Caldey Island, inhabited since the Stone Age and now home to a community of Cistercian monks. You can scare yourself silly on a ghost walk or for a more traditionally Welsh outing, visit the Love Spoon Workshop. Tenby has a number of art galleries featuring the work of many fine artists. You can find out what life was like in a Tudor Merchant’s House, imagine yourself back in time as a fisherman praying for safe return at St Julian’s Church, or check out the modern day RNLI heros at Tenby’s new lifeboat station. why not buy your own, fresh from the fishermen? NEED TO KNOW Getting There: Tenby is on the South Pembrokeshire coast, at the end of the A477 and A478 roads. Parking: Tenby has a number of car parks in town, and limited amounts of on street parking. Public Transport: Tenby has a railway station, and bus links across Pembrokeshire. Dogs: Restrictions apply between 1st May and 30 September on some beaches. South Beach allows dogs all year.
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LAUGHARNE CARMARTHENSHIRE Soak up the landscape and surroundings enjoyed by Dylan Thomas for the last years of his life, an area rich in history and still offering a unique perspective on life as it used to be. The Castle of Abercorran (now Laugharne Castle) was built by the de Brian family in the early 12th Century, when grants of land in the area were made to the Flemish whose own lands had suffered extensive flooding. Abercorran became Laugharne when Owen Laugharne of St Brides married Elizabeth de Brian. Laugharne Castle was seized by Rhys ap Gryffudd after the death of Henry II, returning to the Crown’s ownership in the early 13th Century. The castle also played an interesting role in the 17th Century Civil War, Laugharne Castle changed sides a couple of times and was eventually burnt and left in ruins by Cromwell. Laugharne Corporation is one of only 2 remaining medieval corporations in Britain, and Laugharne continues the medieval open field farming system. More recently, Laugharne was the last home of Dylan Thomas, and was the birthplace of Parsons Pickles.
Laugharne is more than just castle ruins. There’s a Victorian garden to enjoy, beautiful views of the estuary, and of course the garden summerhouse where Dylan Thomas is known to have written. St Martin’s Church is home to the Laugharne Cross, a stone slab featuring an unusual Celtic cross design. Dylan Thomas’s Boathouse offers the opportunity to experience the place where Thomas experienced his creative renaissance. Follow in the writer’s footsteps on the Dylan Thomas Birthday Walk. The Tin Shed experience occupies a tin shed originally built in 1933, and is dedicated to showing how life was for ordinary people during World War2. Just down the road at Pendine, you’ll find not only a huge beach, but the Pendine Museum of Speed commemorating the location for many early land speed record attempts. Finally, each Spring, Laugharne is home to the ‘wilfully different’ Laugharne Weekend music and literature festival.
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Aberaeron is not only home to the highly rated Harbourmaster Hotel, but also to The Hive Bar & Grill, famous locally for it’s honey ice cream and fabulous food. There’s a wide variety of accommodation in the town, including The Feathers Hotel , and self catering and camp sites from the quirky camping pods of One Cat Farm at Ciliau Aeron to the more traditional holiday parks such as the Aeron Coast Holiday Park .
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THE PERFECT BACKDROP FOR A NEW DRAMA SERIES Filming has started on new joint S4C and BBC Wales drama series, with the series being filmed on location in around Laugharne in Carmarthenshire and the Vale of Glamorgan, with studio scenes recorded in Bridgend. Un Bore Mercher/Keeping Faith is the latest co-commission by S4C and BBC Wales. Eve Myles stars in the breathless domestic noir thriller set in Carmarthenshire. The eight-part series started production in May and will premiere this autumn as Un Bore Mercher on S4C, followed by an English language version called Keeping Faith on BBC One Wales early next year. Filmed back to back in Welsh and English, the series tells the story of lawyer, wife and mother Faith (Myles) as she fights to find the truth behind the sudden disappearance of her husband. She comes to discover that her beautiful, idyllic hometown set on the estuary, harbours many dark secrets that threaten the lives of Faith and her family. Faith’s ordeal transforms her from a stay at home, fun-loving and carefree mother to detective, action hero and lover. She takes risks and gambles and finds a new inner strength. Co-written by Matthew Hall (Judge John Deed) and Anwen Huws (Gwaith Cartref, Pobol y Cwm), the series will be filmed on location in the Vale of Glamorgan, Carmarthenshire and around Laugharne, with studio scenes recorded in Bridgend. A cast of some of Wales’ best loved talent include Matthew Gravelle (Broadchurch, 35 Diwrnod, Y Gwyll/Hinterland), Mali Harries (Y Gwyll/Hinterland), Mark Lewis Jones (Byw Celwydd, Stella, National Treasure) and Aneirin Hughes (Y Gwyll/ Hinterland). Un Bore Mercher/Keeping Faith is a Vox
Pictures production directed by Pip Broughton (Under Milk Wood and The Green Hollow) who is co-producing with Nora Ostler (Y Gwyll/ Hinterland and Gwaith Cartref). Gwawr Martha Lloyd for S4C, Maggie Russell is Executive Producer for BBC Wales and Adrian Bate for Vox Pictures. Funded through the Welsh Government’s Media Investment Budget, which is advised by Pinewood Pictures, and S4C and BBC Wales, all the principal photography will be shot on locations around Wales, with post-production work also carried out in Wales. Location assistance was provided from Wales Screen, part of the Welsh Government’s creative industries team, helping to maximise the economic benefits for Wales. Gwawr Martha Lloyd, S4C Drama Content Commissioner says; “We’re very excited about this new and original series that will be premiering on S4C this autumn. With a stellar cast and a completely compelling story, plot and setting, we’re hoping the audience will grow to love the world and the characters of Un Bore Mercher as much as we in S4C have as we worked to develop the series. The series intends to take the viewer on a thrilling, emotional and warm journey which will pull at the heart-strings but will also make them smile along the way.” Nick Andrews, Head of Commissioning at BBC Wales said: “This is fantastic news. To have a genuine homegrown drama, produced by world-class talent at the top of their game. I can’t wait to see what the team will do.”
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BEAUTIFUL BEER GARDENS Looking for that special beer garden, here we share a few of our favourites
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THE SHIP INN Tresaith, Ceredigion My firm favourite! Good food, great atmosphere, good ales and a simply stunning vista. The perfect spot to relax after a stroll on the beach and a great place to catch sight of Ceredigion’s famous bottlenose dolphins and porpoises. I’ve spent many happy evenings here watching the sunset over a glass of chilled white… Perfect!
THE HARBOURMASTER Aberaeron, Ceredigion Perhaps not in the perfect position as it looks out to a wall, but a wall situated right on the edge of the idyllic harbour of Aberaeron. A popular and well known watering hole and fine restaurant popular with both tourists and regulars a like, who can enjoy the sights of the colourful houses opposite and boats bobbing…beyond the wall.
THE FERRY INN Poppit Road, St Dogmaels, Pembrokeshire A beautiful, historic, riverside pub, with a unique beer garden, its very own jetty and two tier terrace overlooking the river Teifi estuary. The food offering is good value and is considered a great and recommended gastro pub for some al Fresco dining.
THE OLD SAILORS Pwllgwaelod, Dinas Cross, Pembrokeshire Another of my personal favourites has to be this hidden gem, with a garden claiming to be “the most romantic location in north Pembrokeshire?” Situated
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LAWRENNY ARMS HOTEL Creswell Quay, Kilgetty, Pembrokeshire Affectionately known locally as The Dog, The Lawrenny Arms sits in one of the finest locations in Pembrokeshire, with sweeping views of the estuary towards Cresswell Quay and Carew Castle. A popular spot for boats to tie up for refreshments, but also a well known pub for local walkers. With a huge garden, magnificent views, freshly prepared food and good ales, what more can you ask for?
OTHER PUBS WORTH A VISIT ARE… The Penwig, New Quay, Ceredigion Webley Waterfront Inn and Hotel, Poppit Sands, Pembrokeshire Glengower, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion The Ship (Pentre Arms), Llangrannog, Ceredigion The Halfway Inn, Capel Seion, Ceredigion The Cliff Hotel, Gwbert, Cardigan, Ceredigion Wiseman’s Bridge Inn, Saundersfoot, Pembrokeshire The Sloop Inn, Porthgain, Pembrokeshire The Point House, Angle, Pembrokeshire The Flatrock, Gwbert, Ceredigion The Druidstone, Broad Haven, Pembrokeshire www.yourlocalcrowd.co.uk | 17
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WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
JIVE CLASS (recurring) 7.30pm @Cardigan Guildhall
KIDS CREATIVE DANCE CLASS (recurring) 4:15 - 5:45 pm @Small World Theatre
BALLET EXERCISE (recurring) 10am @Cardigan Guildhall
MARKET
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SATURDAY
LLANDOVERY OPEN AIR MARKET 9am–4.30pm. @Market Place
PUNK, SKA AND INDIE NIGHT 8pm @Small World 01239 615952
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LLANDOVERY, CARMARTHESHIRE
SUNDAY
2
CAR BOOT SALE
PRODUCERS MARKET
CAR BOOT SALE
CAR BOOT SALE WORKSHOP
FITNESS
FITNESS/DANCE
Swansea CARMARTHENSHIRE
CAREW, PEMBROKESHIRE
Cardigan, Ceredigion
BEULAH CAR BOOT SALE (recurring) 8am @SA43 2JA BEULAH CEREDIGION
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SATURDAY
SUNDAY
LOCAL PRODUCERS’ MARKET 9am– 1pm St Dogmaels Abbey
BALLET EXERCISE (recurring) 10am @Cardigan Guildhall
BALLROOM CLASSES (recurring) 6.30-9.30pm @Cardigan Guildhall
NOEL JAMES 6.30pm @Cardigan Castle 01239 621200
PIZZA NIGHT 5.30 pm @Ceridwen Centre 01239 621200
ILLYRIA THE COMEDY OF ERRORS 4.30pm @Cardigan Castle 01239 621200
SALSA CLASSES (recurring) 7.30-9.30pm @Cardigan Guildhall
AQUA EXERCISE (recurring) 6 - 7pm @Cardigan Swimming Pool
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Cardigan, Ceredigion
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Cardigan, Ceredigion
THURSDAY
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TRX FIT 3.30 – 4.30pm Mi Personal Fitness Coach Sheila Williams @The Shed Booking essentail
CARDIGAN, CEREDIGION
CARDIGAN, CEREDIGION
llandysul, Carmartheshire
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
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DREADZONE LIVE 6.30pm @Cardigan Castle 01239 621200 CARDIGAN, CEREDIGION
THEATRE
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CARDIGAN, CEREDIGION
SUNDAY
15
TINARIWEN 6.30 pm @Cardigan Castle 01239 621200 CARDIGAN, CEREDIGION
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EVENT
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WEDNESDAY
Cardigan, Ceredigion
8
LIVE MUSIC
Cardigan, Ceredigion
7
EVENT
6
FITNESS/DANCE
FITNESS/DANCE
5
FITNESS
PRODUCERS MARKET
LIVE MUSIC
FITNESS
Cardigan, Ceredigion
ABERPORTH, CEREDIGION
FRIDAY
TUESDAY
FITNESS/DANCE
MERCURY Ultimate Tribute Band 7.30 pm @Swansea Grand
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CAREW MARKET & CAR BOOT SALE (recurring) 8am - 3pm @Carew Airfield
THURSDAY
MONDAY
Cardigan, Ceredigion
AQUA EXERCISE (recurring) 6 - 7pm @Cardigan Swimming Pool
FRIDAY
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KIDS COOKERY WORKSHOP www.delidelights wales.co.uk 1.30-4.30pm @Aberporth
WEDNESDAY
Cardigan, Ceredigion
JIVE CLASS (recurring) 7.30pm @Cardigan Guildhall
THURSDAY
Cardigan, Ceredigion
SUNDAY
TUESDAY
Cardigan, Ceredigion
10
WEDNESDAY
28
Cardigan, Ceredigion
MONDAY
3
PILATES (recurring) 5:30 - 6:30pm @Small World Theatre
Cardigan, Ceredigion
BEULAH CEREDIGION
SATURDAY
23
KETTLERCISE (recurring) 9.30-10.30am @Cardigan Swimming Pool
SUNDAY
BEULAH CEREDIGION
FRIDAY
22
FITNESS 07812 106268
Swansea CARMARTHENSHIRE
JIVE CLASS (recurring) 7.30pm @Cardigan Guildhall
FITNESS/DANCE
27
FITNESS
26
THE SIMON & GARFUNKLE STORY 7.30 pm @Swansea Grand 01792 475715
SWANSEA CARMARTHENSHIRE
EVENT
BALLROOM CLASSES (recurring) 6.30-9.30pm @Cardigan Guildhall
COMEDY
BEULAH CAR BOOT SALE (recurring) 8am @SA43 2JA
BALLET EXERCISE (recurring) 10am @Cardigan Guildhall
FITNESS/DANCE
THEATRE
18
SALSA CLASSES (recurring) 7.30-9.30pm @Cardigan Guildhall
TUESDAY
LIVE MUSIC
17
BEULAH CAR BOOT SALE (recurring) 8am @SA43 2JA
THURSDAY
MONDAY
Pembroke, PEMBROKESHIRE
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WEDNESDAY
Cardigan, Ceredigion
SWANSEA, CARMARTHENSHIRE
SERIOUSLY DEAD 7.30 pm @Swansea Grand 01792 475715
CARDIGAN, CEREDIGION
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11am - 5pm @Pemroke Castle
DREAMBOYS 7.30 pm @Swansea Grand 01792 475715
TUESDAY
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TENBY, PEMBROKESHIRE
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15
MONDAY
FOOTLOOSE 7.30 pm @Swansea Grand 01792 475715
KNIGHT SCHOOL
SATURDAY
Cardigan, Ceredigion
Cardigan, Ceredigion
EXHIBITION
Cardigan, Ceredigion
ABBA 7.30 pm @Swansea Grand 01792 475715
10
FRIDAY
Cardigan, Ceredigion
SWANSEA, CARMARTHENSHIRE
FITNESS/DANCE
14
THEATRE
13
FITNESS/DANCE
12
FITNESS/DANCE
FITNESS/DANCE
MONDAY
LLANARTHNE HALL, CARMARHENSHIRE
TENBY COUNTRY MARKET 9am– 12pm @St John’s Church Hall
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st dogmaels, pembrokeshire
SUNDAY
CATRIN AUR, CÔRDYDD A’U FFRINDIAU 5pm @Cardigan Castle 01239 621200 CARDIGAN, CEREDIGION
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BALLROOM CLASSES (recurring) 6.30-9.30pm @Cardigan Guildhall
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BALLET EXERCISE (recurring) 10am @Cardigan Guildhall
6
FRIDAY
LIVE MUSIC
LOCAL PRODUCERS’ MARKET (recurring) 9am– 1pm St Dogmaels Abbey
PRODUCERS MARKET
THURSDAY
DREFELIN, CARMARTHENSHIRE
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WEDNESDAY
COMEDY
FITNESS
ADULT HULA HOOPING (recurring) 5.45pm @Ceridwen Centre Call Jess 07976 152357
TUESDAY
EVENT
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PRODUCERS MARKET
MONDAY
FITNESS/DANCE
June...
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WHATS ON
Whats On
SALSA CLASSES (recurring) 7.30-9.30pm @Cardigan Guildhall
BURLESQUE & CABERET 8pm @Swansea Grand
BALLROOM CLASSES (recurring) 6.30-9.30pm @Cardigan Guildhall
FISHGUARD Pembrokeshire
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
Llandysul Carmarthenshire
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JIVE CLASS (recurring) 7.30pm @Cardigan Guildhall
PILATES (recurring) 5:30 - 6:30pm @Small World Theatre
AQUA EXERCISE (recurring) 6 - 7pm @Cardigan Swimming Pool
BALLROOM CLASSES (recurring) 6.30-9.30pm @Cardigan Guildhall
BRECON JAZZ FESTIVAL August 11-13 @multiple venues in Brecon
WEDNESDAY
NEWPORT MARKET 9am– 1pm Market Street, Newport
ILLYRIA THE LOST WORLD 6pm @Cardigan Castle 01239 621200
BALLET EXERCISE (recurring) 10am @Cardigan Guildhall
THEATRE
CARDIGAN, CEREDIGION
NEWPORT PEMBROKESHIRE
CARDIGAN, CEREDIGION
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
KETTLERCISE (recurring) 9.30-10.30am @Cardigan Swimming Pool
CHARITY FUNDRAISER For WWales Domestic Abuse 8pm @Small World 01239 615952
GREEN MAN FESTIVAL August 17-19 www.greenman. net @BreconBeacons BRECON BEACONS
CARDIGAN, CEREDIGION
CARDIGAN CEREDIGION
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
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REBOUND FITNESS CLASS 9.45Am @ Hangar 5 Trampoline Park
AQUA EXERCISE (recurring) 6 - 7pm @Cardigan Swimming Pool
BALLROOM CLASSES (recurring) 6.30-9.30pm @Cardigan Guildhall
LLANDOVERY OPEN AIR MARKET 9am–4.30pm. @Market Place
CARDIGAN, CEREDIGION
CARDIGAN, CEREDIGION
FITNESS/DANCE
FITNESS
MARKET
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OUTDOOR TRAINING (recurring) 9.15 – 10.30am @Cardigan
HAVERFORDWEST PEMBROKESHIRE
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18
THURSDAY
CARDIGAN, CEREDIGION
CLASSICS IN THE CASTLE 2pm @Cardigan Castle 01239 621200
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THURSDAY
WEDNESDAY
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A NIGHT WITH THE STARS 6.30pm @Cardigan Castle 01239 621200
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CARDIGAN, CEREDIGION
TUESDAY
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SUNDAY
CARDIGAN, CEREDIGION
MONDAY
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SATURDAY
BRECON BEACONS
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LIVE MUSIC
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www.newquaywales festival.com
CARDIGAN, CEREDIGION
FITNESS
TUESDAY
NEW QUAY MUSIC FESTIVAL 4,5 & 6th 8am - 3pm @New Quay
NEW QUAY CEREDIGION
ABERYSTWYTH, CEREDIGION
MARKET & CAR BOOT
CARDIGAN, CEREDIGION
MONDAY
14
FITNESS/DANCE
FITNESS
CARDIGAN, CEREDIGION
@Bluestone Brewery
newport, PEMBROKESHIRE
FRIDAY
LIVE MUSIC
10
9
www.bluestone brewing.co.uk
LIVE MUSIC
PIZZA NIGHT 5.30 pm @Ceridwen Centre 01239 621200
6
LATIN AMERICAN BANQUET EVENING
LIVE MUSIC
BALLROOM CLASSES (recurring) 6.30-9.30pm @Cardigan Guildhall
5
4
SUNDAY
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KIDS COOKERY WORKSHOP www.delidelights wales.co.uk 1.30-4.30pm @Aberporth ABERPORTH, CEREDIGION
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CAREW MARKET & CAR BOOT SALE (recurring) 8am - 3pm @Carew Airfield Carew Pembrokeshire
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THEATRE
FITNESS/DANCE
EVENT
CARDIGAN, CEREDIGION
THURSDAY
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www.fishguard musicfestival.co.uk
SWANSEA, CARMATHENSHIRE
WEDNESDAY
FITNESS
FITNESS/DANCE PRODUCERS MARKET
FISHGUARD INTERNATIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL July 24 - 1 Aug
TUESDAY
CARDIGAN, CEREDIGION
FITNESS
MOVE ON UP 8pm @Small World 01239 615952
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CARDIGAN, CEREDIGION
CARDIGAN, CEREDIGION
CARDIGAN, CEREDIGION
WONDERLAND 7.30 pm @Swansea Grand 01792 475715
MONDAY
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ENTERTAINMENT
St DogMaels, pembrokeshire
CARDIGAN, CEREDIGION
BALLET EXERCISE (recurring) 10am @Cardigan Guildhall
SUNDAY
EVENT
LOCAL PRODUCERS’ MARKET (recurring) 9am– 1pm. St Dogmaels Abbey
SATURDAY
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FITNESS/DANCE
Booking essential
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FITNESS/DANCE
FITNESS
TRX FIT - BODY BLAST 3.30 – 4.30pm With Sheila Williams @The Shed
PRODUCERS MARKET
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WEDNESDAY
TUESDAY
FRIDAY
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
AUGUST...
MONDAY
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SWANSEA, CARMARTHENSHIRE
FITNESS/DANCE
ENTERTAINMENT
THEATRE
CARDIGAN, CEREDIGION
SWANSEA, CARMARTHENSHIRE
TOTALLY TINA 7.30 pm @Swansea Grand
ILLYRIA THE EMPEROR’S NEW CLOTHES 5.30pm @Cardigan Castle 01239 621200
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MUSICFEST ABERYSTWYTH @Aberystwyth 22 - 30th July www.musicfestaberystwyth.org
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ABERYSTWYTH, CEREDIGION
EVENT
ILLYRIA PRIDE AND PREJUDICE 6.30pm @Castle Castle 01239 621200
25
THURSDAY
KIDS COOKERY WORKSHOP www.delidelights wales.co.uk 1.30-4.30pm @Aberporth ABERPORTH, CEREDIGION
WORKSHOP
JIVE TALKIN Perform the Bee Gees 7.30 pm @Swansea Grand
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WEDNESDAY
HAVERFORDWEST MALE VOICE CHOIR 01239 820833 @Bluestone Brewery
newport, PEMBROKESHIRE
COMEDY
TUESDAY
SUNDAY
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21
EVENT
MONDAY
CARDIGAN, CEREDIGION
SWANSEA, CARMARTHENSHIRE
THEATRE
CARDIGAN, CEREDIGION
FITNESS/DANCE
LLANDEILO, CARMARTHENSHIRE
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ENTERTAINMENT
FITNESS/DANCE
LIVE MUSIC
www.llandeilo musicfestival.
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SATURDAY
ILLYRIA THE MIKADO 6pm @Cardigan Castle 01239 621200 CARDIGAN, CEREDIGION
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LLANDEILO FESTIVAL OF MUSICJuly 15 July 22
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LIVE MUSIC
THURSDAY
EVENT
WEDNESDAY
WORKSHOP
TUESDAY
EVENT
MONDAY
WHATS ON
Whats On
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YOUR LOCAL PRODUCERS MARKETS
SUMMER FRUIT & VEGETABLES Radishes Arugula Cucumber Beets
Bell Peppers Carrots Zucchini Garlic
Corn Rhubarb Apricots Plums
CEREDIGION
ABERYSTWYTH FARMERS MARKET 1st and 3rd Sat of each month, 10am– 2pm North Parade, Aberystwyth 01559 571730 ABERYSTWYTH COUNTRY MARKET Thursdays 9.30am – 12.30pm, Market Hall, Aberystwyth ABERAERON FARMERS MARKET Wednesdays 9am – 2pm, Alban Square, SA46 0AQ. ABERAERON COUNTRY MARKET Tuesdays 8.45am– 12.30pm, Peniel Chapel, SA46 0DG ABERPORTH COUNTRY MARKET Tuesday 8.45am– 12pm, Village Hall, Aberporth SA43 2EL LAMPETER FARMERS MARKET Fridays 9am– 2pm, Market Street, Lampeter SA48 7DR LAMPETER PEOPLE’S MARKET 2nd & 4th Saturday of the month, Victoria Hall, Lampeter SA48 0BU LLANDYSUL COUNTRY MARKET Fridays 9.30am– 12.30pm, Sacred Hands Spiritual Centre, Llandysul SA44 4BS LLANGRANNOG LOCAL PRODUCERS’ MARKET Wednesdays, end of May to October Ship Inn Car Park, Llangrannog, SA44 6SL NEW QUAY COUNTRY MARKET Fridays 11am-12.30pm. Memorial Hall, New Quay, SA45 9QQ TREGARON COUNTRY MARKET Alternate Tuesdays 9am-1pm. Memorial Hall, Tregaron, SA25 6JL
PEMBROKESHIRE
ST DOGMAELS LOCAL PRODUCERS’ MARKET Tuesdays 9am– 1pm. St Dogmaels Abbey Visitor Centre SA43 3DX
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Cherries Blackberries Nectarines Strawberries
Peaches Tomatoes Passion Fruit Melon
Lemon Limes
FISHGUARD COUNTRY MARKET Saturdays 8am– 1pm. Fishguard Market Hall, Fishguard HAVERFORDWEST FARMERS MARKET Fridays 8.30am–2pm Riverside Quay, Haverford West SA61 2LJ MANORBIER COUNTRY MARKET Wednesdays 10am– 12pm (1st Wednesday of the month only October-April) Jameston Community Hall, Jameston SA70 8QG NEWPORT MARKET Mondays 9am– 1pm March – December Market Street, Newport SA42 0PH PEMBROKE COUNTRY MARKET Thursdays 9.30 am -1pm. The Town Hall, Main Street, Pembroke SA71 4JS TENBY COUNTRY MARKET Fridays 9am– 12pm. St John’s Church Hall, Warren Street, Tenby SA70 7LB
CARMARTHENSHIRE
CARMARTHEN FARMERS MARKET Fridays 9am– 4.30pm. Red Street, Carmarthen CARMARTHEN PROVISION MARKET Wednesdays 8am– 2pm; Saturdays 8am– 1pm. Market Way, Carmarthen SA31 1QY LLANDEILO COUNTRY MARKET Fridays 8am–12pm. Civic Hall, Crescent Road, Llandeilo SA19 6HY; Last Saturday of month 9am to 4pm Top Car Park, Llandeilo, March to December. LLANDOVERY OPEN AIR MARKET Fridays 9am–4.30pm. Market Place, Llandovery NEWCASTLE EMLYN COUNTRY MARKET Fridays 9.30am–12.30pm. Newcastle Emlyn Football Club, New Road, Newcastle Emlyn SA38 9BS
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TACKLING THE GARDEN
DRINK THE VIEW From some amazing beer gardens
GETTING ONTO THE WATER...
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GETTING TO A FESTIVAL...
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From local markets
SHOPPING FOR LOCAL PRODUCE
A large selection of Clogau Gold from Trysordy Cymru, Aberaeron
SHOPPING FOR SOME SPARKLE
NAUGHTINESS!
A delicious icecream sundae from The Hive, Aberaeron
EXPLORING
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LEARNING NEW SKILLS... ...on a patisserie workshop
Getting off the beaten track to relax and explore
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WONDERFUL WALKS Coastal paths, sweeping beaches, hidden woodlands, impressive hills – it would be impossible to list them all. Here we share one of our favourites walks from each of the counties Ceredigion, Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire @ylcrowd
CEREDIGION YNYS LOCHTYN About: A small peninsula jutting out into Cardigan Bay offers the opportunity to see soaring sea birds, seals, and a secret beach. This 3 mile, circular route could be the jewel in the Ceredigion Coast Path’s crown. Walking: Take the steps at the back right corner of the beach by the Caffi Patio Café. Follow the coastal path along the top of the cliffs, passing Cilborth Beach. As Pen y Badell climbs up on your right, Ynys Lochtyn comes in to view on the left. Walk down on to the peninsula (dogs on leads) to enjoy the clifftops and carpets of wild flowers, or carry on the path skirting the base of the hill then turning north. Take the footpath through the Urdd centre, then cross the road heading down the hill and follow the footpath through Pigeonsford woods for about half a mile before turning right on to the B4321 back into Llangrannog. Location: Grid Ref: SN312542; OS 1:50,000 Sheet No. 145; Llangrannog is reached from the A487 at Brynhoffnant. The CardiBach bus serves Llangrannog, X50, 552 and T5 services stop in Brynhoffnant.
CARMARTHENSHIRE Llansteffan About: A coastal village, a ruined castle and spectacular views across the three estuaries and Carmarthen Bay and plenty of opportunity for a postwalk cuppa or pint – what more could a walker want? Walking: From the beach car park, take
the footpath following signs to the castle – the castle grounds allows dogs on leads and is free to enter. Head back to the very quiet road, and follow the path back round which takes you back to the beach. At high tide, follow the headland back to the car park, or walk along the beach. Location: Grid ref. SN355105; OS 1:50,000 Sheet No. 159. Llansteffan is easily reached from Carmarthen via the B4312. Bus 227 operates daily from Carmarthen.
PEMBROKESHIRE Bosherton Lakes (Bosherton Lily Ponds) About: In early summer, these 3 flooded limestone valleys, now part of the National Trust’s Stackpole site, are full of water lilies. If you miss the water lilies, you may still catch a glimpse of an otter or some of the other rich wildlife that can be spotted here all year. Walking: From Bosherton, follow the path left to the lake and over Bosherton Causeway, crossing the western arm of the lakes. Continue to the limestone bluff, (you can detour on your left to the Fishpond Camp, a 3,000yr old coastal fort) and keep following the path, crossing the central arm, then continue to the right. Cross the grassy bridge and continue towards the sea. You can follow the ponds back to Bosherton, head to the beach at Broadhaven, or explore Mere Pool Valley. Location: Grid ref: SR966948; OS 1:50,000 Sheet No. 158. Take the B4319 from Pembroke to Bosherton. The Coastal Cruiser bus service 387/388 Pembroke Dock to Stackpole, serves Bosherton
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Above, Glyn Hyatt and his team from Celtic Sustainables pictured with Julian Beynon-Lewis of Menter Aberteifi at the newly painted Guildhall, Cardigan.
THE GUILDHALL MAKEOVER Sleeves were rolled up at the Guildhall when Celtic Sustainables joined forces with Menter Aberteifi to start the decoration of the impressive Great Hall.
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company Celtic Sustainables. We were delighted when they very generously supplied a range of Earthborn clay based paints and their considerable expertise and advice. We found Earthborn Paints to be of superior quality and very easy to work with and we would have no hesitation in recommending them for anyone else undertaking a project of their own. “ ‘When we approached Celtic Sustainables for help they did not hesitate to offer all the paint needed to redecorate the room and have even spent time helping us with the work and advising us on care of the building,’ said Ann Stokoe, Guildhall Manager. ‘Their positive response is very much appreciated and has enabled us to fit the work in between client bookings to keep the disruption to a minimum.’ Glyn Hyett, Director of Celtic Sustainables, said: ‘It ihas been a pleasure to be involved in the redecoration of this grand community space. With historic solid wall buildings it is vital to keep the walls breathable so that the walls dry out and a healthy indoor space
is maintained. Earthborn claypaints are perfect for that purpose.’ Earthborn Claypaint is a unique eco paint with a luxurious, ultra-matt finish for walls and ceilings. The beautiful range of traditional and contemporary colours are soothing and inspiring. Health and environmental benefits are unbeatable, too - Claypaint is virtually free of VOCs and other harmful emissions, odour free, totally oil free and highly breathable - perfect for traditional buildings. The Menter team chose Humpty Dumpty Eggshell for the skirting boards, Yum Yum and Posset Claypaint for the walls and an eggshell white paint for the 7 large windows in the hall. The colour scheme is light and uplifting and brings the hall to life; perfect for all the shows and weddings that take place in the Hall. Call into our showroom at Unit 9, Parc Teifi, Cardigan, SA43 1EW 01239 623506 www.celticsustainables.co.uk
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The Grade 2 listed building in the centre of Cardigan town was reopened in 2008 after a £2.5 million restoration. After nine years of weddings, concerts, dances and public meetings, the Great Hall interior was in need of a facelift. The Guildhall is Grade II* listed and has been at the centre of the town’s community since it was opened in 1860. The building was renovated under the Townscape Heritage Initiative, which funded the regeneration of many of the town’s historic buildings between 2002 and 2007. Celtic Sustainables, who supply natural and eco-friendly decorating and building renovation products from their base in Parc Teifi, Cardigan, donated the paint and their expertise. Julian Beynon-Lewis, Managing Director of local, not for profit community company, Menter Aberteifi, who manages the Guildhall said.... “After eight years of heavy use the Great Hall was in need of redecoration. It’s important when working on an iconic heritage building like the 157 year old Cardigan Guildhall to use sympathetic materials so we approached local
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GLOW WITH CHOCOLATE Now you need no excuse to eat chocolate as apparently Cocoa hydrates the skin, making it firmer and more supple. Dark chocolate contains high levels of antioxidants, flavonols. It’s suggested that eating chocolate that’s at least 70 percent cacao, a couple of squares a day, should be enough to improve skin luminosity. Happy days! PREVENTING WRINKLES The protein found in yoghurt and from eating dairy helps skin become firmer, and firm we skin mean fewer wrinkles. Eat a single serving of youghurt daily to make your complexion smoother. POMEGRANATES ARE PACKED WITH ANTIOXIDENTS Namely, Polyphenols, which fight free radicals and regulate skin’s blood flow, giving it rosiness. One pomegranate or a few glasses of juice daily should do the trick. Pomegranet products, when applied to skin, help smooth lines and moisturize. WONDERFUL WALNUTS Full of omega-3 essential fatty acids, which are known to improve skin’s elasticity. These little beauties are also loaded with copper, a mineral that boosts collagen pro-
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HOMEMADE HONEY AND OATMEAL FACE PACK Regular usage of this oatmeal face pack combats the dryness of the skin keeping it supple and moisturized. A quick recipe for making an excellent homemade face pack You will need 2 tablespoons oatmeal 1 tablespoon honey 2 tablespoons milk Method 1. Add the honey to the oatmeal and mix thoroughly. 2. Add the milk and make a paste of desired consistency. 3. Apply the face pack on your skin and let it dry naturally on your face for about 15 minutes. 4. Wash it off to discover softer, moisturized skin. duction. Snacking on a handful of walnuts each day could improve your complexion’s texture. FIGHT CROW’S-FEET WITH PEPPERS It’s been suggested that the antioxidants in yellow and orange veggies can decrease skin’s sensitivity to the sun resulting in fewer wrinkles, especially around
the eyes. So stock up on those healthy peppers to toss into your salads. SUNFLOWER SEEDS OFFER PROTECTION Packed with vitamin E, sunflower seeds keep your skin supple by protecting its top layers from the sun. They’re also rather tasty, eat a handful daily. CLEAR SKIN WITH KIDNEY BEANS High in zinc, offering great healing properties. Fab if you suffer from the odd spot. Studies have shown that creams containing zinc are effective at clearing outbreaks, so get your regular intake of zinc by including kidney beans in your diet. LOOK YOUNGER WITH OATMEAL Known to helps keep your blood sugar stable, and fuller for longer. Oats are an exceptionally good skin healer. See our Oatmeal and Honey Facepack, inset. CALM REDNESS WITH GREEN TEA “Very high in antioxidants, proven to reduce redness and inflamtion. Sip at least one cup of green tea a day, and fight redness.
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LOOKING WIDER Leanne Bird of BirdSol, looks at the importance and benefits of an integrated approach to pain and injury management. Are you feeling aches and pains in the neck, shoulders, back, hips or knees, or maybe suffering from tension headaches, niggles, repeated injuries or stress? Then to improve your chance of recovery or maintaining as much functionality as possible, an integrated approach to treatment or support might be just what you are looking for. When a part of our body starts showing signs of stress the usual course of action is to either ignore it and hope it goes away, or focus on trying to cover up or treat the source of the pain. However, often the place where pain is surfacing isn’t necessarily where the issue lies, or is only part of the story. An integrated approach looks beyond the referred issue and can include an overall look at the body, mind and lifestyle. This approach can help support recovery, reduce impacts or form part of pain management. For example, chronic knee pain can be linked to issues with the postural imbalances or other issues in the hip, back, shoulders and/or feet. In order to help to resolve the issue you could try a long term plan including a period of massages, along with training sessions of strengthening and flexibility, to try to release tension and rebalance and strengthen the body, and pain management. This could reduce or eliminate
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the need for painkillers through resolving the issue, improving it or preventing the issue worsening. There may also be lifestyle factors at home, work or hobbies - even something as simple as the way you carry your bag or the footwear you are using - contributing to the issue. Alternatively the issues could be related to weight and an additional weight management program may be suitable. Another example is how stress can be linked to your neck or shoulder pain or headache in the back of your head. Stress may be causing the tension, or you could be providing a negative feedback loop by having a poor posture, releasing stress hormones into the body (cortisol) and decreasing testosterone . Just relieving the muscles is not enough in the medium to long term and the issue often returns. With an integrated approach, the direct source of pain, posture, desk set-up and stress-resilience can be considered in the form of massage, lifestyle educa-
tion, postural education, yoga and meditation and exercise to provide more long term relief or minimise the issue as much as possible. Stress can also impact how our body processes food and nutrients, as well as your taste and appetite, and therefore may be linked to issues with weight management or digestive complaints. Integrated approaches can also be used for re-injury prevention, weight loss/gain, management of arthritis, cardio-vascular heart disease, type II diabetes, MS among other issues and conditions. To find out what may be the best approach for you, you may need someone who can look at the whole picture. As a Fitness and Wellbeing Coach and Consultant I use my knowledge of personal training, yoga and sports massage to provide a unique insight and integrated treatment plan for my clients, where they can eliminate a variety of issues by undertaking an integrated program. If you would like to find out more, contact Leanne at me@ exerciseyourfreedom.com or for further information on health and wellbeing visit BirdSol www. exerciseyourfreedom.com/ fit-tips.
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BLOOMING GLORIOUS! With the weather warming up and the garden really getting going, there are a million and one jobs to be doing around the garden before settling down with a cup of tea (or a glass of Pimms) and really enjoying your outdoor haven.
Summer’s here, and the question is not so much ‘what to do’ as ‘what to do first’ to keep on top of the garden and ensure you have some time to enjoy relaxing outside too. Here’s our guide to some of the major jobs that need to be done. CUT THE GRASS - Some insist on regimented stripes, while others take a more ‘free form’ approach. However you do it, cutting the grass regularly is an inevitable part of the summer. Spread the clippings in shallow layers on your compost heap, or spread them at the base of hedges to prevent weeds growing. PEST CONTROL - If you are enjoying the warmer weather, you can guarantee that the garden pests will be out in force. Blackfly and aphids thrive in warm weather. GREENHOUSE CHIC - Don’t forget that it’s possible for your greenhouse to get too warm. You can paint special shade paint on the panes, and if the forecast is for high temperatures, try hosing the floor in
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the morning to TOP TIPS create humidity 1. Water – water during the day. everywhere! WATER, WATER 2. Cut the grass EVERYWHERE - 3. Keep an eye on the Even with all the greenhouse rain we had over 4. Watch out for pests the winter, the 5. Regular hoeing will garden needs to keep the weeds down be kept watered. 6. Prune your spring Avoid watering -flowering shrubs in the heat of 7. Add instant colour the day and be with hanging baskets mindful of your and summer bedding overall water 8. Support tall or consumption, floppy plants with using rainwater stakes stored in water 9. Start to harvest butts or domes- 10. Take advantage of tic grey water drier weather for where possible. maintenance jobs HOE, HOE, HOE… - The weeds will try to flourish in the summer months just as much as the plants you want to be in your garden, so regular hoeing will keep them under control. Little and often is a better approach than blitzing everything in one hit. CLEAR UP AFTER SPRING - Spring-flowering shrubs
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will be ready for pruning by June. As bedding and repeat flowering perennials get going, keep on top of dead-heading to prolong flowering. SUPPORT TALL PLANTS - Your plants and flowers will make the most of the warmer temperatures to do what they do best – grow. Make sure you keep an eye on taller plants, or those that have a tendency to flop, and stake them to avoid damage. ADD INSTANT COLOUR - The summer is time to celebrate colour and vibrancy and planting out summer bedding and positioning hanging baskets will bring an instant holiday vibe to your garden, making everything cheerful! A LICK OF PAINT - With drier weather comes the opportunity to give a bit of TLC to any exterior woodwork, benches, picnic tables etc. Take the opportunity to add a coat of paint or wood preservative. REAP THE BENEFITS - Those of you who were organised enough to get planting early will be able to start harvesting the first crops – early potatoes, lettuces and radishes will start to become available from your plot. Above all – enjoy your garden over the next few months!
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that ferocious wolves lived inside! Not forgetting Dylan Thomas of course. n In 1995, a 15–year–old boy was arrested for trying to build a nuclear reactor in his parents’ shed. He wanted to earn his Boy Scout Merit Badge and thought that was the best way to do it! n The garden shed was voted into the Millennium Dome’s national identity display as one of the top symbols of Britishness. n 1 in 5 Brits admit to spending time in their shed to escape their partners, with 21% of people
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DELI DELIGHTS PATISSERIE WORKSHOP Mandy Wilcox of Deli Delights has been in the food business for over a decade – full of passion for what she does, it’s a natural step for her to share her passion and her knowledge in a series of carefully thought out workshops. We went along to her Patisserie workshop to learn and create sally sellwood
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Meeting with the other attendees in the Guildhall kitchen on a sunny Saturday afternoon, we were offered tea or coffee and quickly donned aprons to get down to business. With a packed programme ahead of us: goodies to create including mint chocolate tarts, peach frangipane, crème patisserie and fresh tarts and freshly squeezed lime cheesecake, Mandy was reassuringly calm and confident as she explained her approach to gluten free pastry and baking. Many professionals talk about needing to have a ‘knack’ for pastry. Mandy makes it far less daunting. For those used to making pastry with flour with gluten, the gluten free version is different, and produces a slightly different end product. Under Mandy’s guidance, it was easy for us all to make pastry and line a series of tins and pastry cases. With the pastry made and tins lined, we created our individual lime cheesecakes. An easy recipe, Mandy nevertheless offered a wealth of advice and ideas to make a very special dessert out of what are essentially ‘store cupboard’ (and fridge) ingredients – no gelatine required! At the end of the workshops, once our cheesecakes had chilled and set in the fridge, she shared a great chocolate trick to make a white and milk lattice to sit on top of our cheesecakes – instant ‘wow’ factor, and so easy to achieve with a little guidance and knowhow which Mandy provided. Back to the pastry, and in succession, we learnt all about crème patisserie, essentially ‘real’ custard, and made our own batches from fresh, raw ingredients – eggs, sugar, gluten free flour, milk. With the crème patisserie set aside and cooling, we knocked up delicious frangipane filling for the peach frangipane tarts which then went into our pastry cases topped off with peach slices and flaked almonds to bake, before we turned our attention to the mint chocolate tarts. Once again, the art of a
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promised treats to take home and enjoy – and with the techniques, recipe sheets and confidence to recreate them time and again. At £55.00, the 3 hour session represents amazing value – and Mandy’s down to earth approach and the hands on experience would inspire even the most reluctant of cooks to get involved and get cooking. For more information you can find Mandy and Deli Delights on Facebook, on Twitter @DeliDelights1 and on Instagram @deli.delights. You can contact her by phone 01239 810928 or find her at www.delidelightswales.co.uk
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halved 1/2 cup (2 ounces) crumbled blue cheese Preparation 1. To prepare dressing, combine first 5 ingredients in a small bowl. Gradually drizzle in oil, stirring constantly with a whisk. 2. To prepare salad, combine romaine and next 4 ingredients (through chicken) in a bowl; toss gently. Place about 2 cups chicken mixture on each of 4 plates. Top each serving with 1 1/2 teaspoons cashews and 2 tablespoons cheese. Drizzle about 4 teaspoons dressing over each serving.
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