wye local issue 81 / july 2013

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www.wyelocal.co.ukJuly 2013 • Issue 81

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The community magazine covering Hay, Talgarth and the surrounding villages

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2013 Car Boot SalesJuly Dates:Saturday 6th & 20th July from 9.30am – 12midday(sellers from 8.45am, no buyers before 9.30am)£5 per boot – No booking required

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July issue already, wow! This time last year I was handing work over to the team in preparation for the arrival of our little girl. Now a year later I can’t believe I am organising Cariad’s 1st birthday party. Take a look at her column on page 34 to see what the little lady got up to recently!

A handful of new businesses continue to join us. Please show your support to all local businesses within this issue. Welcome aboard Craig Pritchard (Electrical Contractor), CJ Jewellery & Accessories, Nicholas Keeble Associates (Historic Building & Planning Consultants), Dale Summerfield (Window Cleaning), Johnny Bamboozle (Magician & Balloon Modeller), Truebox (Talgarth shop), Window (Art Gallery) ... Wow, what a variety of new advertisers this month.

For the Summer Holidays, which are fast approaching, here you’ll find some fantastic ideas; local activity providers; childcare options with Llyswen Cheeky Monkeys; great events for the family; and a detailed what’s on section from art classes to Beavers or Scout meetings - something for every child. Don’t forget if we are not blessed with sunshine, go to Riverside Swimming Pool where the kids are guaranteed to have fun. If they want to spend some pocket money, send them to the Car Boot Sales at Hay Primary School!

Next month we will be producing a supplement, combining the Brecon Jazz and Fringe in one publication. With a print run of 11,000+ it will go to all homes in Brecon, Talgarth and Hay; and be available in other towns such as Builth, Crickhowell and Kington, as well as the surrounding villages. If you’re interested in appearing in this supplement please email me at [email protected]

Enjoy,

Lisa Marie Badham x

July CompetitionFor the chance to win two free tickets to the Vintage Rally at Boatside please complete

the wordsearch on page 47 and send to us by

16th July 2013.

The Steam & Vintage Rally is at Boatside, just outside

Hay on the Clyro road, on Saturday 10th August.

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This year we will be producing a supplement thatcombines the annual Brecon Jazz Festival andBrecon Fringe Festival.To include interesting articles,music profiles and event listings ....

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Steam andVintage Rally

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News from Talgarthby Cllr.William Powell Powys County Councillor for Talgarth

As I prepare to sign off this month’s column, we’ve had a taste of early summer, but the autumnal wind that has recently returned suggests we may have had our ration for a while. And although weather forecasters are more loved and better trusted than politicians in this country, I suspect that any who predict a barbecue summer in 2013 will be greeted with a degree of scepticism. In any case, preparations are beginning to take shape for a range of popular local events in the coming months, including the Three Cocks Vintage Rally, Talgarth Festival of the Black Mountains and more immediately this month the Royal Welsh Show, Europe’s premiere agricultural show. It is difficult to overstate its importance both for the agricultural industry and for our wider rural economy.

I often find myself celebrating the power of volunteering in our local community in the Wye Local and this month is no exception. I was delighted to hear just a couple of weeks ago that Jack Christopher - until recently coordinator of the Talgarth Tourist Information and Resource Centre (TiRC) - had received a Highly Commended certificate in the Wales Volunteer of the Year Awards 2013. Jack continues to be a key member of the volunteer team at the TiRC, as well as being longstanding Treasurer of Talgarth Festival, a sterling helper at Talgarth Luncheon Club and a volunteer steward at Theatr Brycheiniog in Brecon. He never seeks recognition - but I am delighted that he has received it on this occasion - and it is richly deserved.

Similarly, Gavin Perry has been a real contributor as player/manager at Talgarth FC over a number of years and was instrumental in the successful re-launch of football under the banner of Talgarth Town. The impact on young people locally of having the opportunity to play football for the town once again is

considerable, especially when Gwernyfed RFC has made such a contribution for so long. Although I am sorry that Gavin is stepping down as manager, it is reassuring that he will be continuing, alongside Tom Sharp, to run the under sevens’ team in Talgarth, which is so important in nurturing young football talent for the future. In the meantime, if anyone is interested in getting involved with building on Gavin’s legacy at Talgarth Town, they should contact Chairman Les Gwynne on: 07791 509107.

Earlier this month, I had a meeting with the new Dyfed-Powys Police Chief Constable Simon Prince at the Force Headquarters in Carmarthen. It was a useful opportunity to raise a number of residents’ concerns at the highest level. Our agenda included a discussion on the scourge of speeding motorists, so called ‘boy racers’ and particular issues on the A479. We need urgent progress on the long awaited 50 mph speed limit out of town between Pengenffordd and Cwmdu as well as action to address safety concerns on Bronllys Road and at the Trefecca Road zebra crossing. I have written to Welsh Transport Minister Mrs Edwina Hart AM on these matters of local importance.

In the meantime, please feel free to contact me if you have any feedback or issues of concern on 07703 112113 or by email: [email protected] Alternatively, please come along to my next advice surgery on Friday, 5th July from 5:00pm at Talgarth TiRC. Appointments are not essential – but in the past advanced notice has been useful if the issues are complex. You can also pop into the TiRC at any time to request a call on any issue which may be troubling you.

Best wishes

William


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Talgarth Country Market will be on Sunday July 7th from 10am - 1pm in the Town Hall. Please come along and support your local producers, there is a wide range of stalls including meat, preserves, cheese, cider, beer, plants, cookies, artisan bread, cakes turned wood and other arts and crafts. Everything is home made, home grown, local and seasonal.

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News fromCllr. Gareth Ratcliffe,

Powys County Councillor for Hay

Dear Residents I hope you are well this month I will be talking about the school, community centre and residents parking.

1. HaySchool. We have had a number of meetings with PCC and the governing body over the last 6 weeks. A number of issues and concerns have been raised re the consultation processes. Last week we met again with Cllr Myfanwy Alexandra, Portfolio Holder for schools, together with Powys architect Jim Swaby, to discuss the upcoming processes. The Governing body are looking to find dates from the council in order to visit schools which have already been through this process. As soon as a set programme is available we will inform the parents and community.

2. Hay Community centre is NOT good news. We are all aware of the Asbestos issue regarding the building. It has been reported that the problem has retreated and the flakes are becoming airborne and are falling outside the recently erected safety barriers. What with the news about the closure of a school in Wales, due to asbestos problems, this does not come as a surprise. I have asked for costs to back up what is being reported to myself and the local community and what was reported to me was that cost annually of collecting asbestos contaminated moss £7200. Short term essential repairs (compliance with stat standards/ remedials fire doors electrical alarms etc) £45K, plus need to further secure the roof EST £70K PLUS cost of moss collection until such time as repairs enacted. I have talked to the Youth club and in partnership it is hoped that they can relocate to the bungalow in the school grounds. This is favoured by the team leaders as one of the options that they have looked at. There is still yet to be a date set of when this will close but it is looking like sooner rather than later and it is hoped we can find alternative accommodation

for all who use the buildings regularly.

3. Residents parking. There has been a consultation run in the Library at the beginning of June. The council has agreed to come back to me and the town council with the findings, there seems to be a lot of concerns being raised on what the council have recommended of a residents parking trail and what it will do to the town. I am waiting to see what the out come will be following the consultation and the public questionnaire findings and if the councils recommended proposals go forward all house holders in then designated zoned areas within the town centre will have a vote on to whether or not to accept the proposals (51% needed to support before any changes can take place). SO PLEASE HAVE YOUR SAY If you would like to speak to me any time on any of the above issues please stop me in the street or do not hesitate to contact me on 07974353121 or [email protected]

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News from Glasbury Wardby Chris Davies Powys County Councillor for GlasburyI am sure that every reader will agree that “a great time was had by all” as they look back on the 2013 Hay Literary Festival! Our local business received a timely and much needed boost as many thousands of visitors were drawn to our locality. We will all have our own special moments and favourite writers/artists. I know that my children are still talking about ‘Maisy Mouse’ – who ever that may be?

Congratulations to the members of Rhosgoch YFC for bringing the Annual Radnorshire Rally & Dance to our area as part of their 70th Year celebrations. A tremendous day and night was had by all who attended. We can now look forward to helping them celebrate the remainder of their special commemorative year for this vitally important rural youth movement.

Concern is quite rightly being expressed regarding decisions being made about our local primary schools. The pupils, parents and teaching staff have been waiting for many months to hear from the Assembly’s Education Minister about the future of Rhosgoch School. It is unfair to everyone that he is not coming out publically with his decision. At the time of writing this article the decision

has just been made by the Cabinet of PCC to close Llanigon Primary school even though the receiving school of Hay has a long way to go before its replacement building has been built. It is sometimes very hard to understand decisions that are made allegedly on our behalf.

The Royal Welsh Agricultural Show will be held later this month on 22nd – 25th July at Llanelwedd, Builth Wells. There is so much to see and do for all the family during the show week and it is a great opportunity to meet up with old friends and make new ones. I will be commentating as usual over the main ring on all four days. If you have not visited the show I hope you come along this year and join so many people from our area at this internationally renowned event.

Please don’t forget that should you wish to contact me please do so on either of the following 07855 752110 or [email protected]

Best wishes Chris

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News from Glasbury Get-Together ClubLast month at our May meeting we invited Kate Price and her friend Janet to talk on their passion for ‘Patchwork’ and how they became friends many years ago when training for their City and Guilds qualification. They brought along truly wonderful pieces of work to show us, many different designs of quilts with amazing colour combinations. They also had smaller hand crafted items to sell. Their enthusiasm welled over into a little extra time, before we enjoyed our tea and raffle. A really full and enjoyable afternoon.

May the 14th, our expedition to Abergavenny went well although it was wet. We spent some time looking around Abergavenny, it was market day and very busy. Our coach took us to The Crown at Pantygelli for a very good lunch. After lunch we went to see the Boyle’s lovely gardens at Penpergwm and Trona Boyle kindly showed us round despite the continuing rain.

We usually have a club FUND RAISING day in

July on a weekend at Glasbury Village Hall so please look out for our notices, your support will be very welcome.

A TRIP TO MOORS MEADOW GARDEN in Bromyard July 16th. Bring a packed lunch. Leave at 10a.m from Glasbury Village Hall. Deposit of £10 please with booking if you are interested.

July 24th is the next club meeting at Glasbury Village Hall. Please look out for our notices for further details.

August 28th. Club Meeting. Quiz and Tea at Geraldine’s. For further details please ring: Gloria - 01497 847726, Geraldine - 01497 847697, Bob - 01497 842900 New members Welcome.

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News from Glasbury Play AreaGlasbury Play Area was officially opened on Saturday 11th May 2013 by Walter and Iona de Winton, who kindly donated the lease of the land.

This was the culmination of 3 years of hard work by the Play Area Group and a grant of £42,000 from the Big Lottery Fund.

The event was coordinated by Sheenagh Finnie, Rachel Harding and Rhian Wilkie who also arranged the refreshments which were thoroughly enjoyed by everybody. Thanks also to local people who generously made cakes for the occasion and to Margaret Morris and her son Christopher, for allowing us to use their garden, opposite the Play Area.

There was badge making with Paul Hartley, face painting by Leah Downie, Splat the Rat with Paul Greenow, a coconut shy and the children had great fun on the new equipment. Everyone in the Play Area Group was there helping in different ways and a great time was had by all. The Village Hall kindly lent us some Tables and Chairs for the day.

Chris Davies, our local County Councillor, also a member of the Play Area Group, gave a vote of thanks to everyone who had helped and to those who attended, also to Black Mountains Lions who donated a picnic table. Thanks also to local firms and people who helped us with donations and attended our functions.

Paul Hartley (Chair) and Pat Yeomans Sec/Treasurer, were presented with flowers from Jo Northam, Chair of Glasbury Community Council at the beginning and end of the Project.

Keep an eye on local notice boards during the summer months as there will be several events taking place. Also there will be the Village Trail, Barbecue and Duck Race on August 31st by Glasbury Bridge.

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News from Hay & DistrictCommunity SupportDiary Date – 19th July, Midsummer concert with The Monday Choir

A fundraising concert in aid of Hay Community Support is to be held at the Church of Holy Trinity at Bettws near Clyro. Tickets can be purchased at our Community Support office in Oxford Rd and will be £7.00 and will include a glass of summer punch and nibbles. We will be holding a raffle during the event and would much appreciate donations of raffle prizes (bottles of wine particularly welcome for prizes and punch!)

We have many volunteering opportunities if you are looking to donate some of your time. You do not need to be retired to volunteer; it looks good on your cv and helps you to gain new skills. Volunteer drivers are still required for Usk House Day Hospice who is looking for volunteer drivers. Contact us for an informal chat about opportunities available.

We have some room still available for our second four day break to Kent in September. Places of interest on the trip include Penshurst Place, Chatham Historic Dockyard, Rochester, Dover Castle, Marlborough and Avebury. Monies need to be paid by 17th July after which time the hotel will release rooms for general booking.

We are selling books and DVDs in the office and welcome contributions if you have any spare and of course come and browse our stock!

If you haven’t already got a copy of our Community Directory we still have some available free in our office.

For further information on any of the above please contact Sandra or Roslyn, Hay & District Community Support, Oxford Road, Hay-on-Wye HR3 5AL. Tel: 01497 821031. Email: [email protected]

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News from Black Mountains Lions

Several years ago Hay Town Council Estates Committee

proposed a development of access to the river for canoeists, able bodied & disabled alike, for disembarkation. This was also followed up by the suggestion of creating a disabled & child friendly fishing area.

Permission was granted for the committee to go ahead with the project which became

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News from Gwernyfed High SchoolFuture 7 -Young Enterprise FinalistsIn March a group of Gwernyfed Sixth-Formers travelled to the Young Enterprise regional finals in Builth Wells to promote their product, ‘Sport Garters’. The group of young entrepreneurs included Phillipa Rylands, Angharad James, Mollie Gibbons, Rebecca Meredith, Aaron Nicholls and Catrin Price, all of whom contributed to the company’s success in the event.

The requirements and purpose of the Young Enterprise Scheme is to encourage young people to set up their own business: producing; marketing and selling a service or product. Developing skills such as the ability to write an interim and financial report.

The team had to set up a trade stand and then as part of the judging process they had to present the product and endorse the company to fellow competitors and the judging panel. The team performed and demonstrated to a high standard which enabled them to win this round of the competition and progress to the next level

representing Mid Wales in the Welsh finals. The Welsh finals are being held in Cardiff In June and the team hope that they will be chosen to represent Wales in the national finals in July.

If you wish to support the Youth Enterprise team then you can view their progress on their Facebook page – SWAG.

The team succeeded thanks to the support of Mrs Morgan (Business Studies), Mr Williams (Headteacher), Miss Gibbons and also Mrs Schofield, who taught members of the group to use a sewing machine!

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• Tree Surgery• Paths & Patios• Chainsaw Work • Walls Raked out & Re-Pointed• Hedge Cutting • Mini Digger & Dumper Work• Strimming • Landscaping • Grass Cutting

• Painting & Decorating • All Garden Maintenance• Sheds & Greenhouse Erected

News from Hay Cheese MarketWe are how half way through delivering the community activities side of the project. We have worked on some fantastic activities with local groups including the Hay Festival Scribblers, Hay Youth Club, Llanigon Young Farmers Club and all the pupils at Hay Primary School.

There is lots more exciting work to come, including designing a series of historical walks around Hay and writing copy and sourcing pictures about the history of the building to put on the information display panels that will be hung inside the old Market Hall.

Meanwhile, plans are well underway for the first Hay History Weekend this September, 7th-8th. The programme, being put together by members of Hay History Group, includes

a family history quiz about Hay, film screenings, a pop up museum and guided historical walks.

On the building side of the project, structural repair work is due to begin this autumn. The building tender contract will be organised via Hook Masons Architects in Hereford. Any building companies interested in submitting a tender should contact Hook Masons before end July.

To find out more follow us on facebook.com/HayCheeseMarket, follow the history group on twitter @HayHistoryGroup or email [email protected]


JDW JOINERY LTD is a family runcompany specialising in the design andmanufacture of purpose made joinery.

Which includes: Windows, Doors,Frames & Screens, Oak FramedPorches, Sunrooms/Conservatories,Staircases, Handmade Kitchens – withdesign & installation.

Please contact us for your free noobligation quotation:

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Cleaning ServicesWooden Floor Sanding Service

� Carpet and Upholstery cleaning

� Most types of flooring machinedscrubbed and re-sealed

� Pressure washing of patios

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We also undertake Sanding and Re-sealing ofwooden floors: Sanding and re-sealing of your oldwooden floors will not only enhance the appearancebut add value to your property!

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Curtains & Blinds made to order

Personal Service

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Going awaythis summer?

What aboutFido?

We can help with:• Pet Passports• Travel sickness remedies• Pre-kennels vaccinations

• Tick, sand-fly, flea and worm control

Gardeners for JulyTips & AdviceFlower Garden• Prune and dead head roses• Dead head bedding plants, hanging baskets & containers• Plant autumn flowering bulbs• Water and feed regularlyKitchen Garden• Harvest vegetable crops as soon as they are ready. Some ground crops are ok to stay in for longer• Keep the vegetable garden well watered & weed regularly• Sow main crop vegetables such as carrots, spring cabbage, peas, radish & lettuce• Harvest raspberries, redcurrants, blackcurrants & gooseberries• Keep clipping away at your fresh herb plants. You can freeze herbs.Greenhouse• Put up greenhouse shading in preparation for sunny days• Plant crops such as tomatoes & cucumbers into containers

• Keep a close eye on the watering and feed regularly• Keep well ventilated• Damp down regularly to increase humidityThe Lawn• Continue to mow but raise the height slightly during dry periods to keep the lawn looking lush & green• Keep edges trimmedGeneral Advice• July is a holiday month. Water the garden well before you go. You may wish to think about setting up an automatic watering system• Keep hedges neatly clipped• Ensure the pond is well oxygenated. Fountains should be running all day• Keep the pond level topped up during hot weather• Get the BBQ out & take advantage of any nice weather!• The garden is also a great place to relax as well as work!

Article supplied by The Old Railway Line Nursery and Garden Centre


Get to really know..........Name: Gordon SnapePlace of Birth: Chorley LancsWhere do you live now: Hay on WyeMarital Status: Married, to RosieOccupation: PE Officer H.M. Prison ServiceChildren: Three, Megan, Zack & LilyPets: One Dog, Collie x Spaniel answers to PatchWhat is your favourite view/landscape: Panoramic view from the Begwns, especially when it’s been snowingWhat or who would you send to Room 101: Idiots of all persuasionsFavourite way of spending an evening out: On a mountain, with my wife Rosie, my dog and a mug of teaWho would you like to throw a custard pie at: Girls at the rugby club, love ‘em to bits but they frustrate me at timesMisc likes: Not shaving and annoying my boss at work and being a better gardener than Syd MorrisMisc dislikes: Hats on indoors, trousers under the backsides and having to dress up smartWhat makes our area great: The respect for individuality and the peaceful environment around usHobbies: Coaching rugby, training, and the allotmentWhat is the last book you read: The Boys of Everest – Clint Willis, Puckoon - Spike MilliganFavourite holiday destination: The Lake DistrictWhat has been the proudest moment in your life: Achieving my Masters DegreeIf you won one million pounds, what would you do with the money: Buy a shed to live in, and take the Ladies Rugby team to a training facility for a week or twoFavourite song: Pokarekare Ana – Hayley

Westerna

Last film you saw: The Hobbit

Last holiday you took: Lake District in a Camper Van

What item do you always keep with you: A radio

Childhood ambition: To be a lighthouse keeper

Favourite food and drink: Lentil Dahl with Basmati Rice and a mug of tea

Who or what influences you: Socialist Values

Best piece of advice ever given to you: You may get your head shot off sticking it over the parapet but it’s a better view

Favourite journey: Any road that brings Hay Bluff in to view as you know you are nearing home

Sum yourself up in five words: Life is better in shorts

What has been the best day of your life: Getting Married and all that’s come from it

Favourite sport: Rugby

What have you done today to make you feel proud: Took my daughter Lily down to the Welsh Rugby Development squad training session

Who would be your three ideal dinner guests. Can be dead or alive, famous or infamous! Dalai Lama, George Mallory and Socrates

What would you choose as your last meal: Eggs, Chips, beans, brown bread and butter and a mug of tea.


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Local Talent: Georgina AbelType of Artist?

Mixed Medium: such as water colour, acrylic, gouache, pencil and pen

Range of Products?

Any subjects, animal protraits my favorites, refurbishing dolls houses and crafts

Where can your products be purchased?

From my shop on the Brecon Road or by my Website, Dollshousefun.com

Price range?

Paintings from £15, dolls house items from 50p

How long have you been an artist?

Over 45 years

Where did you train or gain experience?

Self taught, Natural ability

What has been your proudest moment?

I have many, especailly when I held my students first exhibition, they did me proud, over 200 paintings were exhibited

What would you class as your Masterpiece?

No artist can answer that question because each piece of work they do is a masterpiece in their eyes

Have you any future plans for your work?

Yes I do, I am arranging to teach a two day a week Intense, painting courses, enquiries welcome

What advice would you give other artists?

Students I would advise, but professionals I

would not have the audacity

to advise them

What other local artists

do you admire?

There are plenty of good

artist in and around Hay,

including my students. Too

many to choose from

Artist Statement

I have lived in Hay for seventeen years now

teaching for the last fourteen years, crafts and

paintings. Have refurbished Dolls houses, for

members of the Royal household and have

met some fabulous people along the way. I

love animals especailly monkeys, and dogs and

thats why I do portraits of them, their eyes

tell alot. Everyone can paint; its all about being

shown the right way. Its a wonderful way to

relax, you get lost in a world of your own. My

spirit painting have caused quite a stir. When I

first saw the faces on the back of my paintings,

I did not know what to think, I was shocked.

Some people are

frightened of them

and some are

amazed. If anyone

wants to see them

you are welcome,

they are only

shown on request.


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F L O O R I N G

Poem CornerToccatta

All day long had the noise of battle rolled

Until night ringed black Cyprus in a lake of fire

What men or gods we were, we who were there

In mad pursuit and knee deep in a salt marsh

Heaving a cutlass.

For fame was our spur - and pay;

‘Twas said we saved the sum of things.

We only half forget who are forgotten.

Just when we are safest there is a sunset touch

Or a chorus ending

And all our dear dead women do again appear.

Oh, Cynara! Handful of bright spring water

Flung into the whirlpool’s screaming face.

Tho’ fond of a kiss and fond of a guinea

Cynara, you were faithful in your fashion.

I do recall your hair, yellow as ripe corn

Which lay along your back.

What’s become of all that gold?

I feel chilly and grown old.

Cobbled together by Simon Burrage.

Guess where from?

Do you have a poem you would like to publishin a future issue of the Wye Local magazine?

If so, please email your poem [email protected]


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Eyecare for all the family

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

• Children’s Eye Assessment

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• Optical coherence tomography (3-D eye scanning)

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• Dry eye assessment and treatment

• DVLA licence renewal eye testing

• Large frame selection and specialist lens advice

• Hearing tests available on request.

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Balls of Fury PaintballingWow, after many months of planning, building and set backs (mainly due to our Great British weather)! Balls of Fury Paintballing are now up and running and the hard work has finally paid off. With the help of our dedicated team of staff and many others who got involved, we can honestly say that it has already proved to be a great success so far.

Based within the grounds of our sister company Black Mountain Activities in the village of Three Cocks, we have the pleasure of working with a great team of experienced instructors to provide a fun-filled, action-packed activity that can be tailor made to suit all, from families, stag & hen parties or groups of friends (ages 12 years +). We offer 2-3 hour paintball session, with many games to be played so, if you’re looking for something new to do come and join us at Balls of Fury Paintballing.


“We’ve Bought A Bridge!”

The original toll bridge and parts of the toll cottage were built in 1779 as a more convenient crossing to the River Wye than other bridges located 4 and 6 miles away in either direction, but it and two further stone built bridges were washed away in the strong river flood waters.

In 1797 a part stone, part timber trussed bridge was constructed in pretty much the design that you see today. Full reconstruction took place in 1993.

I remember vividly that sunny morning in August 2011; the morning that I told my husband Grahame that I’d found the perfect home for us in rural Herefordshire.

We had been looking for a place “by the sea” for some time but just never quite able to find a place that ticked all the boxes for us.

The Toll Cottage at Whitney-on-Wye looked and sounded perfect - a little riverside (not seaside but plenty of water!) whitewashed stone cottage with a few acres of land. “….and it’s attached to a 17th century wooden toll bridge.”I added under my breath.

Our offer was initially turned down but months later the buyer pulled out and so we became the proud owners of the Whitney-on-Wye Toll Bridge and Toll Cottage on 6th January 2012 and moved in on the very same day.

After a whistle-stop tour of ‘the facilities’ and half an hour of training on ‘how to run a bridge’ from

the chap who had been left running the place for the previous owners, we were on our own! The rest, as they say, is history.

We don’t know where the first year went to; in fact, the last 18 months have just whizzed by.

We’ve had a good old tidy up and we’ve given the bridge its first coat of paint in 20 years. We could hear it smiling! We’ve helped to raise over £2,000 for local worthy causes and we’ll be doing the same again this year……and we’ve survived two Hay Festivals and the thousands of

visitors who cross the bridge during the 10 days.

We quickly came to realise that the daily 80p toll that customers pay to cross Whitney Bridge just about covers the cost of maintaining it so we see ourselves more as custodians and caretakers of an historic 17th Century monument and we are certainly looking to diversify next year in order to achieve a balance of the finances.

A visit to our new outdoor café with picnic area will give visitors a taste of further improvements that we’ll be making over the next few months. You might even get a glimpse of the Whitney Bridge Trolls!

Article supplied by Maggie Taylor


The Cutting Room

The evo range is distributed exclusively through the very best salons and is found wherever good hairdressers are stocked

40 Lion Street, Hay-on-Wye

Tel. 01497 821555

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New galleryTwo leading contemporary British artists have opened a new gallery in Hay.

Art by Menna Angharad and Jem Stiff can now be seen at WINDOW on Broad Street, opposite the junction with Bridge Street. Menna and Jem, who live on the Black Mountains, have been exhibiting across the UK and France for many years and are now pleased to have the opportunity to show their work in their home town.

Menna works in oils on linen or canvas, capturing intricate details of her subjects with exceptional clarity. Her paintings are evocative and atmospheric, offering a modern interpretation of the still life tradition.

Jem is a sculptor with an interest in the ordinary, the forgotten or insignificant. Working in wood

or stone, his sensitive and honest sculptures afford a dignity to his subjects as well as hinting at Jem’s lively sense of humour.

Year 6 pupils at Hay School recently worked with Jem on a project called ‘Essentials’. Children considered the consequences of consumerism, and created their own works of art which are now on display at WINDOW.

WINDOW is open Tuesday to Saturday, and you are most welcome to browse. We hope you will enjoy the exhibition and look forward to seeing you soon.

Broad St. Hay-on-Wye tues/weds/fri: 12-5, thurs: 10-5, sat: 12-5www.mennaangharad.co.uk www.jemstiff.co.uk


green fingers landscapeprofessional landscaping service

All aspects of hard and soft landscaping from groundworks to finished highly detailed work.Including drives, walling, patios, lawns, fencing, water features, planting, drainage.

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

www.greenfingerslandscape.co.uk Nick Leakey – Established over 25 yearsMobile: 07831 884262 Email: [email protected]

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

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FARMERISHFOODSCatering for allOccasionsFrom Christening to Funerals.Home made preserves and pickles.Also orders taken for home baking,Cakes, sponges, sweet and savoury pies.

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2013 CarBootSalesEvery otherSaturday from9.30am - 12midday(sellers from 8.45am,no buyers before 9.30am)

at HayPrimary School6 / 20 July3 / 17 / 31 Aug14 / 28 Sept12 / 26 Oct£5 per car / £10 per vanNO booking requiredRefreshments stall

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Acanthus Curtains

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Go WildThey can make a den, light afire, cook a sausage, shoot bows& arrows, play team games,make mud pies, camouflagethemselves, zoom on a zipwire... So much to choose from andfit in!

Our wild parties are bushcraft styleand encourage children to havefun, enjoy being outside and beadventurous.

We design the sessions based on the age, abilityand preferred activity that your child would like.

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New Osteopathic PracticeIan Wright BSc(ost). DPO. MSCC. MOCI.

Registered OsteopathIan Wright has set up a new practice in Hay-on-Wye. He is a very experienced Osteopath with practices in Harley Street and Ireland. For 20

years he has taught internationally Paediatric and Cranial Osteopathy. Ian set up the Daisy Clinic Trust in Ireland, a specialised teaching charity clinic treating children with special needs. He

treats all ages and an extremely wide variety of symptoms, from long-term physical difficulties to

emotional issues manifest in the body. Ian will give clear detailed feedback and advice.

For information and appointments

Call Heloise on 07772 000728

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SummerMidweek

Boot Sale EVERY

WEDNESDAY EVENING From 5.30pm to 8.30pm

at

BOOKENDS CAR PARK Three Cocks, LD3 0SD

Special Midweek price £3 per boot

THIS WILL BE ADDITIONAL TO OUR REGULAR WEEKLY SUNDAY MORNING BOOT SALE

Hot Food Available- Burgers, Chips,Hot and Cold Drinks and Ice cream

Tel: 01497 847 791Email: [email protected]


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Holidays can include:Late Deals • Tailor-Made Tours / Holidays • City Breaks • British Holidays • Singles Holidays • CruisesWinter Sports • Special Interest and Activity Holidays • Flight only / Accommodation OnlyDisabled Holidays • Package Holidays • Weddings / HoneymoonsTheatre / Concert Tickets and Breaks • Sporting EventsAustralia / New Zealand Specialist

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Having a B.B.Q Come and try our range of

quality B.B.Q meats - Marinated Meats, Homemade

Burgers and Sausages, Kebabs. Everything freshly prepared in our

shop to your requirements.

FAMILY BUTCHERS01497 820 636

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RUG WASHING& REPAIR SERVICEWe offer a fast, friendly, efficient and reliablerug washing and repair service.

• Outdoor rug wash from £7.50

For a full price list and more detailsvisit our website

www.primoequus.co.uk

Hello all in and around Hay-on-Wye! St David’s shop was opened one year ago on April

26th and what a journey this has been so far! Just to explain what we are all about, and the services we

offer to those that, perhaps, never venture down to our end of “The Butter Market” and St David’s Shop.

We are a Hospice Care Service that offers home care to all degenerative illness sufferers who wish to stayin the comfort of their own home and be cared for bySt David’s Nurses around the clock. Full support can,if needed, be given to the whole family to help cope

with illness. Our nurses are working throughoutMid and South Powys and have been nursing

in Hay-on-Wye for over a year now.

Our shop is here to fund our nurses.Please drop in to have a mooch! We are next

to the Butter Market, opposite Londis Stores.You can contact the shop for more details

on 01497 820925, or ask your local doctor who can refer you to a St David’s Nursing Service.If you would like to be part of our dedicatedvolunteering staff, please call in and see us.


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DO YOU NEED YOUR SEPTIC TANK EMPTYING

Give us a call on01874 622215 or 07850 269305

OUT NOW in local outlets(more outlets to be added throughout the year)

£6.50 rrpAll scenes taken within the Brecon Beacons.Makes a great gift!

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News from Haygarth Medical CentreChildhood fevers Hopefully the main reason for being too hot in the next few weeks will be because of the scorching summer weather, but childhood illnesses do also occur at this time of year as well as all year round. If your child does develop a fever (high temperature) we have produced an advice sheet that we hope you may find useful. This is based on new guidance looking at all the available evidence and includes some changes from previous advice which you may have been given. The advice sheet is available from the surgery or www.hay.garth.co.uk

The main changes are:

•Only use medication to relieve a child’s discomfort/distress and not to treat the temperature itself. Bringing the temperature down has been shown to have no effect on

the length of the illness or the risk of fits. It is suggested that in most cases using one type of medication (usually paracetamol) is sufficient, however if this doesn’t settle your child ibuprofen can be offered as an alternative.

•Paractemol and ibuprofen should not be given at the same time and should not routinely be offered on an alternating basis. Medication should only be repeated if the child becomes distressed again later.

•Do not use fans or tepid sponging as this can be unpleasant for your child.

Please remember: Most childhood illnesses with fever are not serious and get better on their own and will not need antibiotics. But, if you think your child is getting worse despite efforts to bring their temperature down or you are concerned at any time always seek medical advice.

PARRYRICHARDSCarpenter and JoinerAll aspects of 1st and 2nd fix carpentry:

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

Tel: 01497847512Mob: 07779328443Email: [email protected]


News from

After several months of community consultation Hay Together has formed itself into a properly constituted democratic community association. Membership is open to all individuals, groups and organisations living or working within four miles of the town clock.

The aims of Hay Together are to:

• Give voice to the whole community on the

many issues that affect our daily lives.

• Work with all our local councils and statutory

organisations to make better use of available

resources.

• Make the most of our local skills.

• Develop a Community Plan.

In July Hay Together will be opening a community- focused space in one of the out - buildings of Hay Castle for displays of local information on planning topics, events, community projects, a sustainable tourism plan and the like. In the autumn it is hoped to launch a “community energy scheme” that will enable the community to buy gas and electricity at cheaper rates.

Watch out for our next public meeting. For more information contact the Secretary Johnny Kramer at [email protected]

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General HandymanHome & Garden• Small jobs• Repairs

• Larger projects

“Make the most of your home”Tel: 01874 711915Mobile: 07929 [email protected]

2013 Car Boot SalesSaturday 6th & 20th July from 9.30am – 12midday(sellers from 8.45am, no buyers before 9.30am)£5 per boot – No booking requiredContact 07811 961983 / 07802 811355


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News from Hay Town CouncilThere are several major issues exercising Hay Town Council at the moment but three, in particular, deserve your attention:

Powys Teaching Health Board’s reorganisation of hospital services is now part of The South Wales Programme, creating ‘consultant-led centres of excellence’ at Cwmbran, Merthyr and Cardiff to serve Hay and South East Powys. In brief: basic A&E facilities at Brecon and Abergavenny ‘will not be closed’; they will ‘address’ the transport problems; ambulance and paramedic support will be strengthened; GPs will treat more patients in the community to lessen the need for hospital admission (a growing shortage of GPs and consultants over nine years is yet another problem being addressed); and out - of - hours GP services ‘need to be strengthened’. That’s quite a wish-list!

In earlier consultations we stated the obvious: that access to Cwmbran and Merthyr would be difficult and often impossible over narrow, mountainous roads in winter. We were told that the charity, Air Ambulance would be used, but even these life-saving angels have limited resources and face the problems of bad weather and night flights. The £200m hospital at Cwmbran has yet to be authorised and there is the likelihood that facilities at Hereford will be severely downgraded. Facilities at Bronllys are not defined and the Stroke Unit’s move to Brecon is still problematic.

If you can find an acceptable Option within this plan, they invite you to vote by 18th July, at [email protected] or information at www.wales.nhs.swp. Please let them know your views. Explanatory booklet with our Town Clerk.

Local Development Plan: BBNP have, with little notice, increased the number of new houses to be built on the western side of Hay to 83. They have to fill a quota of new housing

sites regardless of local need and, although we do have a need for good quality, affordable housing, they cannot guarantee that the 30% allocation will apply. The six-week consultation period started 18th June and details of DBR-HOW-A: 78 (or 60) houses and SALT059: 5 houses, are at www.breconbeacons.org/the-authority/planning/strategy-and-policy/ldp-examination or Hay Library. Again, your views are vital.

Good news! At last plans for Hay’s new school are being drawn up but, although the Community Centre will be demolished later this year, it seems there will be insufficient space to include all the community facilities we need. Powys, however, intend moving Hay Library into the school. What do you think?

The next Town Council meeting is at 7pm on Monday 8th July, 1st floor Council Offices.

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News from TimbuktuTimbuktu has seen repeated clashes with Islamist fighters in recent months, and northern Mali is still a vulnerable area. Elections are due to take place at the end of July in the hope of restoring a stable political structure in the country, but there are concerns that this will not be an easy process. Many people from Timbuktu have yet to return to the city and are housed in refugee camps in Mali or surrounding countries.

As mentioned last month, Hay2Timbuktu worked hard over the Hay Festival to raise awareness and funds. We’ve now done the sums, and a fantastic £1575 was raised – thanks to everyone who contributed. The money will be used to support existing and new projects as well as for humanitarian aid.

The Africa Day on May 26th in Hay Parish Hall was a great event: the sun shone, the curry, couscous and cakes were all delicious, the children made colourful African face masks and £940 was raised. This will be put towards medical projects in Timbuktu, and also towards the visit of two Midwives from Timbuktu planned for the end of September.

News of the arrival of the Motorbike Ambulance in Bamako, capital of Mali, is expected any minute. Once the drivers and mechanic are trained, the Motorbike Ambulance should be on its last leg of the journey to Timbuktu. This will provide much needed assistance, particularly for pregnant women needing access to clinics.

As part of the Two Towns One World programme, there are plenty of activities taking place in Hay to raise awareness of development issues and help link with our twin town. These include cycling, ceramics, storytelling, food and music projects and community events in August and September. Just visit the Hay2Timbuktu website for more information or to get involved.

To keep up to date on news from Timbuktu visit: hay2timbuktu.org.uk.

For information on Two Towns One World visit: hay-on-wye.co.uk/twotowns


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News from Hay St Marys FCOn Saturday 13th July we will be holding a Charity Day to raise funds for the Naina fundraising. Sadly Naina lost her fight against Cancer in May this year.

There will be a Charity Football Match, U16s v the coaches and parents of Hay JFC. After speaking with several coaches of the Club and parents we now have a full days programme planned. A Car Boot Sale kicking off the day, sellers to arrive at 8.30am, buyers from 9.30am - cars must be off the field by 12 midday so we can set up for the afternoon. From 1pm there will be lots of stalls including skittles, Mandy Mill’s and her fab cakes, Sheila Lewis waxing - there will be coaches up for auction and one or two parents! Bottle stalls, hot food by Bookends, Naina’s favourite music will be played by DJ David Price ... plus much more, as this magazine goes to print we are still yet to finalise many more things.

The footie match between the U16 and coaches/parents will be played in fancy dress, theme being bright colours, purple must be included as this was Nainas favourite colour. Before kick off the lads will

be doing a parade around town. Then after the game there will be a raffle and auction, we have been donated a lot of top prizes already: Welsh rugby ball signed by the lads on tour of Japan; Kath Evans family shoot; golf for four with two buggies at Builth Golf Club; and also at Llandrindod Golf Club; signed Leeds Rhions shirt; replica England1966 World Cup shirt signed by Sir Geoff Hurst with letter of proof kindly donated by Ratty; plus loads more. If you would like to donate a prize, please get in contact with the club.

We as a Club would like to say a massive thank you to all local businesses and the community for all their support. We ask you all to come along and ENJOY the day and raise some money for a worth while course.

Mark Tiny Harding

Hay JFC U16s Coach and Chairman of the Club


Enjoy FoodI’m writing this month with a warning! Every day and on Facebook I get offers to distribute weight loss supplements: there are two main manufacturers out there at the moment. I’ll not name them but you may well hear of them soon as one in particular is weaving its way from the USA as we speak! Now any PT worth their salt would look for a second income and why not, always handy, but it has to be something we believe in and most in my profession are dead set against ANY shakes as they’re totally unnecessary! First off, they are touted to us as a money spin first and foremost with little emphasis on any benefits to our clients, and secondly there are little benefits v REAL FOOD! IF you’ve been living off processed or quick foods you may well feel some benefits from these shakes and even lose weight, but before you get too excited read on: The ingredients are often unpronounceable (never a good start), and as they are synthetic the body will eventually stress, which has the opposite effect to that you are seeking in terms of good health. The weight loss due to a lack of calories and lack of good nutrition will

eventually lead to ‘thrifty genotype’ whereby the body senses it’s in deficit and starts to hang on to fat for all it’s worth, slowing the metabolism neatly counterbalancing the original weight loss intention. Yo-yo dieting is a similar phenomenon. Synthetic vitamins and minerals do not perform in the same way as those from solid food as they lack phyto-nutrients, the interaction between complimentary compounds that even scientists cannot always explain. We need to enjoy food and can get all we need from it. I realise as health professionals we are guilty of prescribing protocols that may seem daunting or unsustainable, but just to eat PREPARED and colourful food is a great start!

The next time you eat out do you really want a shake? Article supplied by Cat Lawford, Personal Trainer. Weight Loss Expert. Hypopresive Practitioner. Fitness Instructor of the year 2006 (Wales).

Hypnotherapist. Life Coach. Prop: Gym &Tonic Health Club, Hay.Serving Hay in Health & Fitness since 1997.

Call 01497 822995 to join the Club. www.gymandtonichay.co.uk

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FUTURE INTEREST

Hay Senior Youth Theatre: be thereat the start of this new venture inSeptember at The Globe in Hay.12-17 year olds. Sessions £6. Detailsof day and times to be confirmed.Toregister an interest contact JanineSharp 07733 055430.

MONDAY

Jolly Tots Stay and Play: 9 - 11am. HayPrimary School. £2 a session, £1 foradditional children. Come along forcreative activities, play and fun!Everyone welcome. Term time only.Contact Becky 07786 552832 orHannah 07557 410864.

Clyro Primary School Parent andToddler Group: 9 - 10.30am. Forplay, fun activities, songs and stories. 0– 5 years. Just turn up and join in! £1per session. Contact 01497 820860.

Llanigon Playgroup: 9/9.30 - 11am.(come any time between 9 and9.30am). Term time only. LlanigonSchool.Weekly themes and activities,everyone welcome.

Freestyle Fitness Yoga: 9.15 - 10am atthe Gym & Tonic Health Club.Contemporary and sociable - the'East has been taken out', leaving us tosimply explore the poses.No chanting.You'll love it! £6. 01497 822995.

The Free Hay Shopper to the Co-op:pick up 9.30am, return 11.00am forHay members of Dial-a-Ride. Everyonewelcome! Contact 01497 821616 formore information and how to becomea member.

Vedic and Yoga Sutra Chanting:9.30 - 10.30am. Small friendly group.Beginners welcome. Yoga class forbeginners and intermediates: 10.30- 11.45am. Accomplish more bydoing less. Using breath, linked tomovement for health and well being.Cusop Village Hall. Contact Mike07913 864744 www.yogaskies.co.uk

Life Drawing: 10am - 4pm at ClyroVillage Hall.Beginners welcome.Contact01497 831550. MODELSWANTED.

Ti & Fi, Welsh Mother and ToddlerGroup: 2 - 3.30pm at the TalgarthSchool 'hut'. Mostly non-welsh speakers,informal and relaxed and provides an

opportunity for pre-schoolers (and theirmums) to learn basic Welsh languagebefore they start school.

Zumba Gold: 5 - 6pm.The Parish Hall,Lion Street, Hay. Contact Wynona07972 348590/ 01874 711499.

Boxercise: 6 - 6.45pm at the Gym &Tonic Health Club.For men and women.£6. Contact 01497 822995.

Spinning: 6pm & 7pm at GwernyfedSports Centre. Call to book 01497847740.

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

Llanigon YFC Meeting: 7 - 9.30pm atLlanigonVillage Hall. Contact Philip Price01497 847342.

Short Mat Bowls: 7.30 - 9.30pm atClyro Village Hall. All ages and levels ofexpertise welcome! Contact Liz Griffiths01497 820570.

Bell Ringing Practice: 7.30pm at StPeter’s Church, Glasbury. New ringersare always most welcome.

TUESDAY

Llyswen Parent & Toddler Group: 9.15- 11.15am. Term time only. LlyswenVillage Hall. Everyone welcome, lots offun and good company.Children from 0- School age.

Kettlebell Mania: 9.15 - 10am at theGym & Tonic Health Club. Perfect forafter the school drop off! £6. ContactG&T's on 01497 822995.

Yoga Active and Stretching: 9.15 –11am at Cusop Village Hall. Ourlovely new, quiet and warm venue.Come and join in our friendly group,give it a try and see if you like it!Beginners and all levels welcome. £5per session or £40 for 10. ContactEmma Phillpotts on 01497 831704or email [email protected]

Craft Class run by South PowysParkinson's branch: 10am - 1pm atTalgarth Church Hall. Make your owngreetings cards with a tutor. Knit, sew,tapestry, rag rug making etc.

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

Shakespeare Play Readings (AlternateTuesdays): 2 - 5pm. Glasbury VillageHall. With the Willow Globe TheatreCompany. Contact 01597 811487.

Bowling: arrive at 6pm to commenceplay at 6.30pm at Brecon Road, Hay.Allwelcome.

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

Athletic Pilates: 6 - 6.45pm at Gym &Tonic Health Club. Our am session is sopopular we HAD to extend it to theevenings! Suitable for the moreexperienced or advanced fitness levels.£6. Contact G&T's on 01497 822995.

1st Hay-On-Wye Scout Group –Beavers: 6 – 7pm. Masonic Hall, BreconRoad, Hay. Contact Ellie 01497 821650or 07772 661480.

Zumba with Zoe: 6.30 - 7.30pm.Llyswen School. All abilities welcome.Contact Zoe 07747 465994.

Talgarth Bowling Club (PracticeNight): 6.30pm,Talgarth. New bowlerswelcome. Contact 01874 623477.

Glasbury Paddlers:Canoe club meets at6.30pm at Glasbury. For moreinformation call in at PSM Outdoors inHay and ask for Peter.

Circuits: 6.45pm at Gwernyfed SportsCentre. Drop in class. Contact 01497847740.

'Circuits Blast' with Cat: 6.45 - 7.30pmat Gym &Tonic Health Club.Traditionalcircuits with exercises you’ll know andlove. Results proven. £6. Contact G&T'son: 01497 822995.

Gwernyfed Hockey Club - Training: 7– 8pm Brecon Leisure Centre’sAstro.Allabilities welcome. Contact Nicola Drew07812 691345.

Yoga class for beginners andintermediates: 7 - 8.15pm at Booth’sBookshop, Brook St Studio, Hay.Accomplish more by doing less. Usingbreath, linked to movement for healthand well being. Contact Mike 07913864744 www.yogaskies.co.uk

Talgarth YFC Meeting: 7 - 9pm atGwernyfed Rugby Club, Talgarth.Contact Kayleigh 01874 658713.

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Hay Camera Club: 7.30pm at LlanigonVillage Hall. Contact Christine Starnes01981 550589 or 07932 716035.

Zumba Class: 7.45 - 8.45pm. GlasburyVillage Hall. £4.75 per class. No bookingrequired. Contact Helena Barnard07795 180286.

Volleyball: 8 - 9.30pm, at GwernyfedHigh School Sports Centre. All abilitieswelcome, have fun and get a bit ofexercise, first session free. ContactRupert Bateson 07511 207769.

WEDNESDAY

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

Absolute Beginners Kettlebells: 9.45-10.30am. Gym &Tonic Health Club.Booking essential. Contact 01497822995.

Art Class (any medium): 11am - 1pmat the Dolls House Fun, Hay. ContactMrs Abel 01497 821913.

The Scribblers: 4.15 - 5.30pm at TheDrill Hall, 25 Lion Street, Hay. ContactSophie 01497 822620.

Summer Midweek Boot Sale: 5.30 –8.30pm. Bookends Car Park, ThreeCocks, LD3 0SD. £3 per boot.Contact 01497 847791.

Velo Hay Cycle Club: 6pm. DroverCycles, Forest Road, Hay. Allwelcome. Contact 01497 821134 orvisit Drover Cycles Facebook pagefor details of rides.

Candlelight Pilates: 6 - 6.45pm at Gym& Tonic Health Club. Gentle, stretchy,inspired, warm, galaxy illuminated! £6.Contact 01497 822995.

Hay on Wye Scout Group: Scouts6.30 - 8pm. Hay Parish Hall. Adulthelpers also required. ContactMartin 01874 754291.

Kettlercise: 6.30pm at GwernyfedSports Centre. Call to book. Contact01497 847740.

Tennis Club: 6.30pm onwards at theTennis Courts Hay. Contact Alun Smith07967 914123.

Live Music @ Baskerville Hall -Open Mic Acoustic Night: doorsopen 7pm. Music 8.30pm. Food

available 7 – 9.30pm. Baskerville HallHotel, Clyro Court. Free admission,all welcome. Contact 01497 820033.

Spinning: 7.30pm at Gwernyfed SportsCentre. Call to book. Contact 01497847740.

Gwent & Powys Army Cadet Force: 7- 9pm at Old School Bldg,Church Lane,Talgarth. Ages 12 (Yr 8 High School) -18 yrs looking for a new exciting, fun andchallenging activity. HeadquartersContacts: 01874 813756. Website:www.armycadets.com

Gwent & Powys Army Cadet Force: 7- 9pm at The Cadet Centre, GypsyCastle, Hay-on-Wye. Please see detailson previous listing.

Adult Drama Club: 7.30 - 9.30pm.TheGlobe at Hay.£6 per session,no bookingnecessary. Contact 07733 055430.

THURSDAY

Jolly Tots Stay and Play: 9 - 11am. HayPrimary School. £2 a session £1 foradditional children. Come along forcreative activities, play and fun! Everyonewelcome.Term time only.Contact Becky07786 552832 Hannah 07557 410864.

FreeWeights Blitz: 9.15 - 10am at GymandTonic Health Club.All welcome - thisis a great session. MELTS body fat! £6.Contact 01497 822995.

Talgarth Mothers and Toddler Group:9.30 - 11.30am at the school 'hut'.Veryinformal and friendly, birth - 4 yearswelcome.

“Bumps and Babies” Group: 10 –11.30am.GlasburyVillage Hall.There areprogrammes for parents to be andparents with new babies, plus individualsupport and information. Contact Sally07590 417752 or Rachael Labourne(HealthVisitor) 01874 713014 or 07968145503.

Brecon and District Credit UnionCollection Point:Open 10am - 12noonat Youth and Community Centre,Oxford Rd, Hay.

Clyro Primary School Parent andToddlerGroup: 2 - 3.30pm.For play, funactivities, songs and stories. 0 – 5 years.Just turn up and join in! £1 per session.Contact 01497 820860.

Bell Bank Club for the blind andpartially sighted: 2 - 4pm at TheCommunity Centre, Oxford Road, Hay.Contact Eileen Bufton 01497 820897.

Kettlercise: 5.45pm at GwernyfedSports Centre. Call to book. Contact01497 847740.

Bowling: arrive any time between 6 and8.30pm at Brecon Road Hay. Allwelcome.

Gwernyfed Ladies RFC Training:5.30pm (U15’s girls) 6.45pm (Ladies).Gwernyfed Rugby Club,Talgarth.

Freestyle Fitness Yoga: 6 - 6.45pm atthe Gym & Tonic Health ClubContemporary and sociable - the 'Easthas been taken out', leaving us to simplyexplore the poses. No chanting. You'lllove it! £6. 01497 822995. Contact07747 465994.

Table Tennis: 6.30 - 8.30pm at GlasburyVillage Hall.Over 18s only. Please ring tocheck availability. Contact MalcolmBradley 01497 831633.

Kettlehells: 6.45pm Gym & TonicHealth Club - for gym members only.Warm up in the gym at 6.30pm (ordo Cat's Yoga class) then join ourRBT Kettlebell class - fast and furiouswith a stretch at the end. We'll haveyou out by 7! A GREAT session! £6.Contact 01497 822995.

Ladies Netball:7 - 8pm at GwernyfedSports Hall. Just turn up on the nightfor a fun, relaxed game of netball. £2on the night. New ladies verywelcome. For more details, contactLisa Marie 01544 327716.

Zumba with Zoe: 7 - 8pm. AberedwVillage Hall. All abilities welcome.Contact Zoe 07747 465994.

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

Art Class (any medium): 7 - 9pm atDolls House Fun,Hay.Contact MrsAbel01497 821913.

Qi Gong: 7 - 8.30pm at Cusop VillageHall. Small friendly group practising QiGong. Contact Sandy Sandaver 01497821625.

Hay Theatre Club (adults): 7.30 –9.30pm. The Globe in Hay. Actionpacked practical professionally led

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theatre workshops, lots of fun in a safeand non-competitive environmentwith a glass of wine or 2. A real socialclub with a theme. Sessions £6. Checkout Hay Theatre Club on Facebook.Contact Janine Sharp (alias LindaLuvvie) 07733 055430.

Shortmat Bowls: 7.30 - 9.30pm atLlanigon VIllage Hall. Contact RobWilliams 01497 820692.

Hay Community Choir: 8 - 9.30pm.Term time only.Hay Parish Hall.Open toeveryone who enjoys singing and wantsto have fun! Cost: £4. Contact 01497822952 or www.haychoir.co.uk

Charity Quiz Night: 9pm at The HarpInn, Glasbury. Contact 01497 847373.

FRIDAY

Beginner Pilates: 9.15 - 10am at theGym & Tonic Health Club. You simplyMUST try this class. Get stronger, longer,posturally correct with an expert in thisfield. Suitable for everyone. £6. Contact01497 822995.

Busy Bees Parent & Toddler Group:9.30 - 11.30am at Clifford CommunityCentre. Contact Jane 01497 831427 orDi 01981500136.

Ffynnon Gynydd Parents and TotsPlaygroup: 10 - 11.30am at FfynnonGynydd Primary School.Lots of differentfun activities for little ones which changeeach week.

Athletic Pilates using weights: 10.30 -11.15am at the Gym & Tonic HealthClub. Suitable for the more experiencedor conditioned participants. £6. Contact01497 822995.

Brecon & District Credit UnionCollection Point: 11am – 1pm.TalgarthLibrary. Support your community bankwith a savings account or a low interestloan. Contact Jan 01874 711665.

Music & Movement for Mums andTots (birth to school age): 2.15pm atCusop Village Hall.Term time only. Ledby Anna Carlisle. £4 per child or £6 forfamily of 2 children.Contact Ros Murphy01497 831007 / 07799 652120.

New Junior Netball Team Training:(term time only): 4-5pm (9-13 yearolds), 5-6pm (13-18yrs). GwernyfedHigh School. Contact 07891 371458.

Spinning: 6pm & 7pm at GwernyfedSports Centre. Call to book Contact01497 847740.

Junior Table Tennis Club: 7 - 8pm atGwernyfed Sports Centre. For ages 7 -16. 50p per player. Contact 01497847740.

Red Kite Workshops: 7 - 8.30pm atThe Drama Studio, Gwernyfed HighSchool.Term time only.

SATURDAY

Kettlercise: 9.30am at GwernyfedSports Centre. Call to book. Contact01497 847740.

Wye Local Car Boot Sale: (everyother Saturday) 9.30am – 12noon.Hay Primary School. Sellers from8.45am. Buyers from 9.30am. £5 perboot, £10 per van. Refreshments stall.Contact 07811 961983 / 07802811355.

Kids Dance Classes with Lauren:3-7 years and 8 - 11.At G&T's healthclub, Hay. Please call for details 01497822995.

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

Hay Youth Theatre: 10.30am -12.30pm. The Globe in Hay (7-11year olds). Come and have someconfidence building fun with ourfamily-like group. Professionally led byJanine Sharp. Contact 07733 055430.

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

SUNDAY

Car Boot Sale: open to the Public from10am (access for sellers – 9am) atBookends Car Park,Three Cocks, LD30SD. £3 per boot. £5 per boot, or £8for stall hire. Contact 01497 847791.

Gwernyfed Rugby Training: 10.30am.Under 7s & 8s. Contact 07855 271631.

Tennis Club: 11am - 1pm at theTennisCourts, Hay. Contact Alun Smith 07967914123.

‘Sound of the Baskervilles’ – Open MicSession: 4pm. Baskerville Arms Hotel,Clyro. Contact 01497 820670.

IN THEMONTH

First Monday

CATS (Complementary andAlternative Therapy Society) Meeting:at The Cottage, Hay Road, Talgarth.Contact Rita Rogers 01874713161.

Third Monday

Friendship Club: 2.30 - 4pm at LlanigonVillage Hall.Tea, cakes and chat. ContactAnn Pritchard 01497 847221.

Last Monday

Dolls House Club:meets 7pm.ContactMrs Abel 01497 821913.

First Tuesday

Glasbury WI: 7.30pm at GlasburyVillage Hall.ContactAngela Evans 01497847440.

Third Tuesday

Transition Town Hay Meeting: 7.30pmat The Kilverts. Come along to find outmore about the transition movement,enjoy an informal discussion or bring anidea for a new project.

Royal British Legion (WomensSection): 7.30pm. St John's Hall, Hay.Talks, discussions, demonstrations,quizzes etc. Your membership will alsohelp in the running of the RBL. ContactBarbaraTravers 01497 847777.

Last Tuesday

Hay Neighbourhood Policing Teampublic PACT Meeting: 7.30 - 8.30pm atthe Hay Town Council Offices, all arewelcome. Contact on 0845 3302000.

FirstWednesday

Llanigon WI: meet 7pm at LlanigonVillage Hall. New members are alwayswelcome come and join us. ContactAnne Gibbons 01497 820997.

First & thirdWednesday

Black Mountains Lions Club: meets7.45/8pm. Contact David James 01497820227.

SecondWednesday

Three Cocks WI: meets 7pm in St.Peter’s Church Hall, Glasbury. ContactAnne Collins 01497 847370.

Hay WI: 7.30pm at St John’s Rooms,Lion Street, Hay. Contact Ellie Spencer01497 821650 for more details.

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ThirdWednesday

Hay Luncheon Club: at The MasonicHall, Hay. We have a delicious roastdinner and a speaker or activityafterwards, a very pleasant, sociable timetogether after our meal and raffle.Pleasecontact Sandra at Hay and DistrictCommunity Support Office on 821031orTrish Kiddle on 01497 821276.

First Thursday

Stitch ‘n’ Bitch: 6 - 8pm at The SwanHotel, Hay.

Talgarth WI: 7.30pm. Talgarth Library.New members always welcome!Contact Jan 01874 711665.

Second Thursday

Three Cocks Vintage Society: meet atThe Harp Inn, Glasbury at 8pm (exceptAugust). Contact Margaret S James01874 711110.

Fourth Thursday

Hay-on-Wye Amnesty Group: 7 -8pm, The Globe at Hay. Contact SeanO'Donoghue 01497821153.

Last Thursday

Talgarth and District HistoricalSociety: 7.30pm at Gwernyfed RugbyClub. See local posters for details.

Quiz Night: 7.30pm. The RhydspenceInn. Contact 01497 831262.

First Friday

Cllr. William Powell’s Advice Surgery:5 - 7pm at Talgarth Information andResource Centre. Contact 07703112113 or email:[email protected]

Bingo: eyes down 7.30pm. GlasburyVillage Hall. Contact Darren Ricketts01497 847250.

Last Friday

Aerobics Masterclass with Cat: 6pmat Gym & Tonic Health Club.Different theme each time. Bookingessential on 01497 822995.

First Saturday

Charity Table Sale: 9am onwards atTalgarth Church Hall. Contact TonyJames 01874 711289.

First Sunday of each month

Talgarth Country Market: from 10am -1pm in theTown Hall.

Last Sunday

Drover Cycles Bike Club:meets 10amat Drover Cycles (top of Main Car Park,Hay). Contact Lindsey 01497 821134.

Fouth Sunday

Services at Penyrheol Baptist Church:3pm. Contact 01874 711061.

DURING THE MONTH

Now until Saturday 13th July

The Hay Makers Festival Exhibition:The Hay Makers Gallery, St. John’sPlace, Hay. Contact 01497 820556.See advert on page 35.

Friday 5th July

Get Quizzical Pub Quiz: 8pm. TheGlobe at Hay. £2. Contact 01497821762. See advert on page 42.

Saturday 6th July

Wye Local Car Boot Sale: 9.30am –12noon. Hay Primary School. Sellersfrom 8.45am. Buyers from 9.30am.£5 per boot, £10 per van.Refreshments stall. Contact 07811961983 / 07802 811355. See adverton page 49.

The Crafters Corner Craft Fair:10am – 4pm. St Michael's ChurchHall, Brecon. Face-painting, children’scraft workshops running all day.Refreshments available. ContactMarie 07549 519894.

Glasbury Players present “PerfectWeather for Gardening…..!”:7.30pm. Glasbury Village Hall. Amiscellany of writing and song.Tickets £5, available from Hay Deli,Glasbury Petrol Station and on thedoor. See advert on page 9.

Shenanigans presents - The MankalaBand + More Like Trees + DJ: 8pm.The Globe at Hay. From £8 Contact01497 821762. See advert on page 42.

Folk and Irish Music Session: 8pm.The Harp Inn, Glasbury. Contact01497 847373. See advert on page 3.

Sunday 7th July

Talgarth Country Market: 10am –1pm.Town Hall,Talgarth. Come alongand treat yourself to local, seasonalproduce and arts and crafts, breadfrom Melin Talgarth Mill, and much

more. Contact Nicola 01874713166. See advert on page 5.

Start Select Sunday (Retro GamingClub): 12.30 – 3.30pm.The Globe atHay. Donation Entry. Contact 01497821762. See advert on page 42.

Monday 8th July

HayTown Council Meeting: 7pm. 1stFloor Council Offices, Hay. Seearticle on page 61.

Friday 12th July

‘Wild Animals and Wedding Outfits’Book Launch: 8pm. The Globe atHay. £5. Contact 01497 821762. Seeadvert on page 42.

Saturday 13th July

Hay FC Fundraising Day: kicking offat 9.30am with a Car Boot Sale.Followed by a Charity FootballMatch, stalls, food, musid ... See articleon page 64.

Oxfam Fete: 10am – 3pm. TheButter Market, Hay. Cakes,bric-a-brac, books, jewellery.

50/50 Furniture Auction: 10am(Viewing commences). GlasburyVillage Hall. Refreshments available.In aid of St Meilig’s Church. Contact01497 847429 or 01497 847099.

Brecknock Farmers Market:9.30am –2pm. Brecon Market Hall. Contact07805 375636. See advert on page 57.

Felindre Village Fete: 2pm onwards.The Bottom Park, opposite TheThree Horseshoes, Felindre. Freeentrance. Lots of stalls andentertainment. Barbecue food anddrinks on sale from The ThreeHorseshoes. A traditional afternoonfor all the family.

The Bakers’ Table present “Brodyr,Jeff Alderman and Chris Hudman”: 5- 8pm.The Bakers’Table,Talgarth Mill.Live music and three course pizzameal deal - £12 per head. Bookingessential. Contact 01874 711125.See advert on page 2.

Tuesday 16th July

Glasbury Get-Together Club -Trip toMoors Meadow Garden in Bromyard:10am. Leaving from Glasbury VillageHall. New members and guestswelcome. See article on page 12.

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during the month / next monthThursday 18th July

An Evening with Kevin Bowen –Psychic Medium: 7pm. BaskervilleArms Hotel, Clyro. Tickets £10 pp.Contact 01497 820670. See adverton page 66.

Friday 19th July

Mike Heron and The TremblingBells: 8pm.The Globe at Hay.Tickets£10/12/14. Contact 01497 821762.See advert on page 42.

Midsummer Concert with TheMonday Choir: Church of HolyTrinity at Bettws near Clyro. Afundraising concert in aid of HayCommunity Support. Tickets £7(includes a glass of summer punchand nibbles), available from ourCommunity Support Office, OxfordRoad. Contact 01497 821031. Seearticle on page 16.

Saturday 20th July

Wye Local Car Boot Sale: 9.30am –12noon. Hay Primary School. Sellersfrom 8.45am. Buyers from 9.30am.£5 per boot, £10 per van.Refreshments stall. Contact 07811961983 / 07802 811355. See adverton page 49.

Sixteen Tambourines Indie DiscoBells: 8pm.The Globe at Hay.Ticketsfrom £2 (Free before 10pm).Contact 01497 821762. See adverton page 42.

Mediterranean Wine Tasting,Cheeses and Antipasto: 8pm. TheHarp Inn, Glasbury. Contact 01497847373. See advert on page 3.

Sunday 21st July

Baking Course: The Bakers’ Table,Talgarth Mill. Booking essential.Contact01874 711125. See advert on page 2.

Penyrheol Baptist ChapelAnniversaryServices:3pm (led by Janet Matthews)and 6pm (led by Rev'd Anne Roberts,Association Minister). Contact 01874711061.

Wednesday 24th July

Glasbury Get-Together Club: 2.30 –4.30pm. Glasbury Village Hall. Seearticle on page 12.

Thursday 25th July

Prize Bingo: 7 for 7.15pm. Baskerville

Hall Hotel, Clyro. Free localtransport can be arranged byDial-a-Ride. Bar open and bar snacksavailable. Fun Night. Raising moneyfor local charities. All welcome.Contact 01497 820033.

Friday 26th July

Kerfuffle Comedy Showcase:8pm.TheGlobe at Hay. Tickets £5/7/9. Contact01497 821762. See advert on page 42.

Friday 26th – Sunday 27th July

Welland Steam & Country Rally:Woodside Farm, Welland, NrUpton-upon-Severn, Worcs. Contact01531 890417 or 01531 890762.See advert on page 41.

Saturday 27th July

Yew Turning: 10am - 4pm. The OldRailway Line Garden Centre, ThreeCocks. Ralph and Elke Curtis fromYew Turn will be demonstrating howto turn yew wood into variousshapes. Youngsters will also be ableto take part in a toadstool paintingworkshop on the day.The toadstoolswill be available to purchase from £2and painting materials will beprovided by the garden centre.Contact 01497 847055.

Quiz Night: 7.30pm. Cusop VillageHall. Another light-hearted butchallenging quiz for you to come andtry. Our usual format, with a surpriseor two. Teams of 3-5. Come as ateam or join one on the night,£2.50/head. Prize for winning team.Bring a bottle if you like – we willhave tea/coffee/cake available.Contact Alison 01497 820152.

Disco Night - 60’s and 70’s: 8pm.Llanigon Village Hall. Bar, snacks etc.Entrance £5. In aid of roof repairfunds. Contact 01497 847479.

Winter Villains + Joel Harries: 8pm.The Globe at Hay. Tickets £5/6/7.Contact 01497 821762. See adverton page 42.

Traditional Pub Sing-Along: 8pm.The Harp Inn, Glasbury. Piano, guitarand vocals. Contact 01497 847373.See advert on page 3.

Oldie’s Disco Night: BaskervilleArms Hotel, Clyro. Contact 01497820670. See advert on page 66.

Saturday 27th andSunday 28th July

Herbfarmacy Open Farm Weekend:10am - 4pm. Celebrating 30 years ofgrowing herbs! Guided walksamongst the herbs, light snacks, stallsand demos. Contact 01544 327371.

Friday 2nd August

“Festus Coxsone” – Reggae DJLegend: 8pm. Baskerville Hall Hotel,Clyro. Caribbean BBQ. Tickets £8 inadvance/ £10 on night.Contact 01497820033. See advert on page 18.

Saturday 3rd August

Wye Local Car Boot Sale: 9.30am –12noon. Hay Primary School. Sellersfrom 8.45am. Buyers from 9.30am. £5per boot, £10 per van. Refreshmentsstall. Contact 07811 961983 / 07802811355. See advert on page 49.

Brecon County Show: TheShowground, Watton Villa, Brecon.Contact 01874 611881. See adverton page 21.

Strawberry Day: 10am - 4pm. TheOld Railway Line Garden Centre.

Thursday 8th untilSunday 11th August

Brecon Fringe Festival: See adverton page 55.

Sunday 11th August

Steam and Vintage Rally: BoatsideFarm, Hay. Contact 01874 711110.See advert on page 3.

NEWSFLASH!This year we will be producing a fullcolour supplement that combinesthe annual Brecon Jazz Festival andBrecon Fringe Festival to go outwith August issue.To include interesting articles, musicprofiles and event listings .... prices startfrom £50.Supplements will be deliveredto Brecon,Builth,Crickhowell,Talgarth,Hay-on-Wye,Kington and surroundingvillages. Interested?Check out the advert on page 2 andemail: [email protected] more details.

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