Local Beacon Issue 116 April 2019

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April 2019 • Issue 116

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The community magazine encouraging local residents to use what’s on their doorstep

For the town of Brecon and the surrounding villages Address: Goosepool Cottage Winforton Herefordshire HR3 6EB

issue.

New advertisers continue to join us this month: Barnums Dry Cleaners, page 2. Catherine A Williams Ltd - Chartered Accountant, page 2. Life Under Canvas, page 20.

Brecon Gardening, page 5. Links Electrical Supplies Ltd, page 8. Mortimer History Society, page 16.

Our business profile this month is DDFitness on page 15. If you would like us to interview your business for a future issue, please do get in touch.

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‘History and Meaning Behind the Brecon Street Names’ continues on page 16.

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Hive. Read all about them on page 18, and please do get involved if you can.

Starting on page 28 you will find our Health, Beauty and Wellbeing feature.

For the upcoming Easter Holidays, our Schools Out

Printed in Wales

feature is back, see from page 30 onwards. Family events can also be found in our What’s On section,

“ Local Beacon is a great opportunity for us the advertise and enhance brand awareness for our new business.”

- Brecon Chocolates

highlighted in blue. With children having two weeks off, local venues and businesses have planned some corkers for local or visiting families to embrace.

Enjoy, Lisa Marie x (Photo: Otis and Cariad Badham)

Competition (Winner of March Competition: Sarah Hill, Brecon)

For the chance to win one box of 2 Hollow Chocolate Easter Hens Eggs from Brecon Chocolates... please complete the word search on page 32 and send to us 16th April 2019. The winner will be picked at random.

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Just like this magazine the aim is to support local businesses and services. The good news is, if you are unable to pick up your copy of the Wye Local in the local catchment area, you can view it on our website from the beginning of each month.

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Get to really know...

Johanna Woolford

Marys’. I am waiting for her tenth book in the series to come out this month!

Johanna went to school in Brecon and then trained in Shrewsbury.

If you could visit anywhere in the world, where would you go? Australia.

Place of birth? Oxford.

Name one regret you have: Tolerating being in bad relationships.

Best present ever received? My first pony.

List one thing you wish you could change about yourself: My untidiness!

Where do you live now? Brecon.

Name one thing you miss about being a kid: Being young.

Occupation? Self employed retailer.

Pets? Three horses and one dog.

What was your favourite childhood television programme? Black Beauty.

Name one thing you love about being an adult: Staying up late.

Are you a collector of anything? Cowboy boots.

What’s your favourite song of all time? ‘In the Summer Time’ by Mungo Jerry.

If you could have any superpower, what would it be? Not to need sleep.

What’s your favourite thing to do on a Saturday night? Going out with my partner and our friends.

What is usually your first thought when you wake up? Really... do I really have to get up?

What’s your favourite thing to do on a Sunday afternoon? Light the fire and have a sunday roast.

What do you usually think about right before falling asleep? Why can’t I go to sleep?!

Have any hidden talents? Yes ...but they are hidden!

Do you believe in ghosts? Yes.

What would be your dream job? Being in costume in a working museum.

Most exciting thing you’ve won? My first show jumping competition.

If you HAD to change your name, what would you change it to? Freddie.

What makes you grumpy? Bad manners.

Teenage crush? Lewis Collins (Bodie in TV’s The Professionals).

What have you done today to make you feel proud? Allowed myself to accept praise for how the interior of my shop looks.

You’re given one million pounds, what do you spend it on? Buying a farm.

Sum yourself up in five words: Optomistic, creative, humorous, happy and a fidgit.

Have any bad habits? I’m very untidy.

Which bad habits drive you crazy? Untidiness!

Do you believe in the afterlife? Not in the religious sense but I’m sure there is plenty of stuff going on out there that we haven’t discovered yet.

What have you done in your life that would surprise someone meeting you for the first time? I lived on a canal boat until I was 9.

What book would you recommend to others?

Any thing by Jodie Taylor, ‘The Chronicals of St

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PBFWI Show If you fancy something a bit different on Saturday 6th April, then head down to Brecon Market Hall where the Powys Brecknock Federation of WIs will be hosting their Annual Show, a real highlight of the Federation’s year!

All the exhibits are members’ own work and will be open to the public for viewing from 1pm. Entry is just £1, and you’ll be provided with a programme detailing the competitions. As well as a plethora of arts and crafts, photography, baking and floral arrangements to see, there will be stalls run by local producers and a café serving cold lunches, tea and coffee, and cake made by WI members.

For the first time this year you’ll have the chance to be a judge in the People’s Choice flower arranging competition, with all monies raised from this category going to the Dial-a-Ride charity.

Don’t forget, they’ll be plenty of members around happy to give you information about joining one of our 24 WIs! Then on Monday 29th April 2019 at 7pm, the Federation will be hosting an evening extravaganza of flower arranging and vocal accompaniment with Mary Gittoes and Jayne Owen-Lowe in the Plough Chapel, Brecon. Admission is £10 and includes a drink and light refreshments. Everyone is welcome.

For tickets please email powysbrecknock@gmx. co.uk or call 01874 622666 during office hours (Tues 11am-2pm, Friday 10am-12:30pm).

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With Spring upon us and our gardens now waking up for the new growing year, this is the ideal time to give your gardens a good spring clean and plan your year ahead. Brecon Gardening are well equipped with professional equipment and know-how to clear out all the winter debris, dead foliage and leaves, and set your garden up for the new year.

Brecon Gardening have recently relocated to Wales after establishing and running a successful Garden Maintenance and Design business in Berkshire since 2007.

Brecon Gardening provides an efficient and professional service covering both small and large jobs for your garden maintenance requirements.With an in depth knowledge and friendly service, Brecon Gardening is the perfect solution for all your gardening needs. We are happy to visit to give a free consultation for your requirements and price as a one-off job or regular maintenance visits.

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Brecon to Hay Cycle Path The team behind the Brecon to Hay Cycle Path have just received the report from their initial feasibility study, which represents exciting progress for the project. The study was conducted by cycling charity Sustrans and suggests that there are long stretches of the original railway line that remain intact.

Much of the infrastructure along the 25km line is in reasonable condition. Alternative routes have been suggested to bypass areas that have been built on and these will provide a focus for further discussion. The committee will meet shortly to discuss the report, after which they will make the findings available to the wider public. They would love to hear from anyone who has knowledge of or interest in the proposed route, including landowners and those who live and work adjacent to the old railway line.You can contact them on Facebook: Brecon to Hay Cycle Path, or by email: brecontohaycyclepath@gmail.com.

APRIL

Tips for Gardeners Flower Garden 2 Continue planting tulips and hyacinths 2 Divide perennials 2 Protect young, tender plants from wet and frost Kitchen Garden 2 Plant garlic bulbs 2 Continue to plant fruit trees 2 Plant summer flowering raspberry canes and other soft fruit Greenhouse 2 Ventilate the greenhouse well on sunny days 2 Reduce watering to a minimal level

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2 Grow windowsill salads and herbs The Lawn 2 Keep off the lawn as much as possible to prevent damage when wet 2 Lay turf if required 2 Clear up leaf fall on the lawn General Advice 2 Carry out any winter digging or forking over 2 Check for any plants that may be damaged by frost and move undercover or inside Pond 2 Clean pond filters and pumps if required Article supplied by The Old Railway Line Garden Centre. Three Cocks

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Protecting wildlife for the future

Wild in April

the flower if quite elusive even for us. So, it is a particular delight to find this little flower in a wet woodland as we did up near the Elan reservoirs when this picture was taken.

Perhaps because of its shyness, there is little folklore concerning this plant, but it is a food source for both the Pearl-bordered fritillary and its Small relative (Boloria euphrosyne and Boloria selene). Sadly, only the Small Pearl-bordered fritillary is likely to be seen in the county these days but there is plenty of food available for the larger relative. Small Pearl-bordered fritillarys were seen at Vicarage Meadows Nature Reserve last year.

Viola palustris Marsh Violet It is the time of year for Violets in general but one you won’t normally see, unless you seek it out, is the Marsh Violet. As its name suggests suitable habitat is likely to be off the usual walking routes.

We quite often see the leaves on Brecknock Botany Recording group outings in wet marshy places but

These butterflies feed on Common Dog Violet leaves as well but the leaves of marsh violet grow very abundantly after flowering in suitable habitats.

If you are interested in joining Brecknock Botany Group walks do contact me via my blog at http://bit.ly/breckbot John Crellin

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Working to inspire and nurture young musicians

BRECON CATHEDRAL

South Powys Youth Music (SPYM) - a charitable organisation providing high quality, low cost, group musical tuition - works to inspire and nurture young musicians in South Powys.

All children, whether they have previous musical experience or not, are welcome to join. ‘Shake, Rattle & Roll’, SPYM’s most junior group, runs at both Crickhowell and Cradoc Primary Schools, and offers babies and pre-school children (along with their parents!) weekly music, song and play sessions. For older children, from Year 3 and up, there are weekly sessions held on Wednesdays at Brecon High School, with different groups for choir, percussion, wind & brass, strings, and an orchestra for children of grade 4 standard and above. A wide variety of instruments are available to hire, whether you are a member of SPYM or not.

18TH APRIL MAUNDY THURSDAY 7pm

Solemn Eucharist 19TH APRIL GOOD FRIDAY 2pm

Liturgy of the day 20TH MARCH EASTER EVE 8pm

In addition to the weekly sessions, there are occasional junior orchestra workshops, and opportunities for the senior orchestra children to play in public performances - charity events, Christmas concerts, and the annual prestigious Brecon Baroque Festival.

Paschal Ceremonies and First Mass of the Resurrection

SPYM is always on the look-out for new members; why not come along for a free taster session? Free return transport is provided from both Crickhowell and Builth. Or come along to the Gala Concert in Theatr Brycheiniog on April 3rd, when all the groups will be performing.

21ST APRIL EASTER DAY

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Tax burden at highest level for 50 years: Households pay more than at any time since 1969

INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL ADVICE

Britain is facing the highest tax burden since the days of Harold Wilson as the Treasury squeezes more cash out of families and businesses.

The Exchequer is expected to rake in £737.4billion of tax revenue in 2018-19, up from £699.7billion last year, driven by higher payments from workers.

It will mean the overall tax take is equivalent to 34.6 per cent of Britain’s economy, a level not seen since Wilson was Prime Minister in 1969-70, when the figure hit 35 per cent.

Much of the increase in taxes is driven by surging employment, with 3.5m more people in work since the Conservatives came to power in coalition in 2010.

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The unemployment rate, meanwhile, has fallen to 4 per cent, its lowest since the 1970s. When employment is higher more people pay national insurance and tax. Rising wages also boost the take.

Income taxes will make the biggest contribution to the state’s coffers this year, up from £180.6billion to £192.4billion, according to the OBR, followed by £137.7billion from national insurance and £131.7billion from VAT. As a result, the deficit, which is the difference between the amount the Government spends and what it earns from taxes and other income, will be lower than previously thought.

It will total 1.1 per cent of national income this year, or £22.8billion. By 2023-24, it will drop to just 0.5 per cent of GDP or £13.5billion.

The improvement in the public finances means Philip Hammond has left himself the opportunity to open the chequebook in the Autumn Budget, if and when we have more clarity on Brexit.

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April at Theatr Brycheiniog...

There are two Royal Opera House live screenings taking place in April, La Forza Del Destino (Tues 2nd) an opera of obsession, vengeance and tragedy, and Faust (Tues 30th) which will transport audiences to Paris in the decadent and elegant 1870s. Screening live from the National Theatre will be All About Eve (Thurs 11th) which tells the story of Margo Channing, true star of the theatre. The spotlight is hers, always has been. But now there’s Eve. Her biggest fan, young, beautiful. The golden girl, the girl next door.

The South Powys Youth Orchestra will take to the stage as part of 2019’s South Powys Youth Music Gala (Weds 3rd); and harp duo the Kelly Sisters (Weds 24th) will perform a harp recital in partnership with The Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama.

Music lovers won’t want to miss Faith (Fri 12th), a feel good show celebrating one of the greatest singer-songwriters of all time, George Michael; and a cast of leading performers from London’s west end invite you to The West End at the Movies (Sun 14th)!

Spring Season’s Welsh language drama comes from RCT Theatres and Dau (Thurs 18th), a razor sharp drama set in a pub following its landlord and landlady.

This Easter families will love Coreo Cymru’s free Family Dance Festival (Sat 20th), and The Girl with the Incredibly Long Hair (Fri 26th - Sat 27th) which re-imagines the story of Rapunzel for our times.

Daniel Evans will host The Art Society Brecknock’s April talk on Leonardo: Anatomical Mindfulness (Tues 9th), and starring in Comedy Club (Fri 26th) will be Adam Hess and Garrett Millerick.

Coming to Theatr Brycheiniog this April!

The West End at the Movies

Sun 14 Apr, 7.30pm £16 / £14 A cast of leading performers from London’s West End, invite you to join them to a night at the Movies!

Prepare for a magical evening of live entertainment, featuring the very best songs from the smash hit movies throughout the decades.

The Kelly Sisters Harp Duo

Wed 24 Apr, 7.30pm £14 / £12

Currently studying at the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama, both Elin and Mari have had numerous successes in National and International Competitions. As a duo, they were delighted to perform for Her Majesty The Queen and the Royal Party at the opening of the Welsh Parliament in 2016.

The Girl with the Incredibly Long Hair Fri 26 Apr, 6.00pm & Sat 27 Apr, 11.00am (Cymraeg) & 2.00pm £9.50 / £8.50 / £32 Family This Easter join Rapunzel, her Mam, and her new friend Daf in the forest as they set off on an adventure, for which they’ll need your help. Inspired by the story of Rapunzel The Girl with Incredibly Long Hair will take you to the heart of the forest, to be immersed in its sights, sounds and smells, with the story unfolding all around you.

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Brecon Foodbank Urgently needed: Individual toothbrushes, toothpaste, children’s toothbrushes and toothpaste, washing / laundry powder / liquid, long life fruit juice.

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BUSINESS PROFILE

DDFitness

When was the business started? September 2018.

What made you set up the business? I have always wanted to work for myself and I felt that the time was right.

Where are you based? Brecon.

Do you have ambitions to move or grow bigger?

Eventually I would like my own unit and to run Bootcamp retreats abroad.

Do you need to do any annual training to keep your qualifications up to date? Not all of my qualifications require updating every year, some are every 3 years. I do however attend at least 3 - 4 CPD courses a year to bring variety to my sessions, keeping them challenging, but fun.

What is your ideal job / client? My ideal job is what I’m doing now, and my ideal client is someone who understands that getting fit and healthy is a marathon and not a sprint.

What is your greatest achievement in your business? Increasing the size of my class participants in such a short space of time.

Two lessons having your own business has taught you? Hard work and good organization skills.

What has been the biggest help to building up

your business? Word of mouth, recommendations from clients to friends and colleagues and social media.

List one thing you wish you could change about your business: It’s early days, so to date nothing.

List five goals on your business to-do list: Complete my website, set up Bootcamps for both cooperate and weight loss clients, run classes in other areas of Brecon and the surrounding areas, run my own phase 4 cardiac rehab classes, and purchase a van.

Name one regret you have about your business?

I wish I had started sooner.

Have any hidden talents come to light since starting up? Empowering clients to enjoy exercise again and give them the confidence to achieve their goals.

What’s the funniest thing that’s happened to you whilst doing your job? Too many funny episodes to mention!

Is there anything else you’d like people to know?

I’m ex-military, so believe in creating that team ethos in all of my classes. I also play international hockey for the Welsh masters.

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Saturday 18th May 2019

Street Names In Brecon 2 The Watton - The road was previously known as Wacketon in 1556. The exact meaning of the name is unknown but possibilities include: Wac – personal name or Wacor (old English) for wicker or willow. Ton or tun – Old English word for an enclosure or dwelling. –ton is the most common English place name element in Wales.

Tredegar Street - The Morgan Family of Tredegar in Monmouthshire dominated the political scene of the area for many years up until 1832. No properties use Tredegar Street as an address as there are no front doors opening onto the road.

Glamorgan Street - In 1585 this road was known as Morgannwg Street. It is likely that the street is named after the Morgan family, maybe the same family as Tredegar Street.

Lion Street - The name comes from the Golden Lion Inn which was in the building at the entrance to Bethel Square – the arch was used by the horses into the stable yard. The Inn was in the buildings either side of the arch and are still connected across the first floor.

Free Street - This street was outside the town walls and therefore the place where trading was free from taxes. The remains of the town wall can be seen behind Watton Mount (at the top of The Watton). www.blfhs.co.uk

10.00am to 16.45 pm Leominster Priory The Mortimers to 1330: from Wigmore to Ruler of England Tickets: £22.50 (members of MHS £17.50); Lunch (optional) £12.00 -----------------------------------------

Saturday 29th June 2019

10.00am – 16.45 pm St Laurence’s Church, Ludlow The Mortimer Inheritance: The Key to the Yorkist Crown Joint Conference with Richard III Society on how the Mortimer inheritance enabled the House of York to gain the crown. Followed by optional tour of Ludlow castle.

Tickets: £25.00 (members of MHS or RIIIS £20.00); Lunch (optional) £12.00; Castle Tour (optional) £5.40/£4.50 ----------------------------------------For more information and to book a place go to

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A list of 10

The Giddy

...books Rae Gervis

Rae runs ‘The Kitchen Garden Ty Mawr’ at Llangasty.

Wilding by Isabella Tree - A very compelling and ongoing story of the conversion of an intensive farm to a haven for wildlife & bio-diversity. A hope giver.

Pig

Beyond The High Blue Air by Lu Spinney - A searing autobiography of a mother’s love for her son. An example of incredible strength & deep familial devotion.

People Of The Black Mountains by Raymond Williams A wonderful evocation of a landscape and its people and how they have shaped each other. History and pre-history.

Gives even more depth to our immediate landscape.

Mycorrhizal Planet by Michael Philips - We all need to treasure and enhance our soil.This describes & illustrates the amazing symbiotic relationships between fungi and plants. Lots of science and good practical sense.

Landmarks by Robert Macfarlane - A glorious lexicon for landscapes, introduces and reinforces other writers and landscape lovers. Creates your reading list for you and gives you words to describe both the intimate and the vast.

AXME Tate Exhibition Catalogue for Ellen Gallagher 2013 - My go-to for some drawing and painting inspiration.

The weird the wonderful and the witty! The way she combines paint and texture is fascinating and beautiful.

Last Chance To See by Douglas Adams and Mark Carwardine - In search of endangered species. Hearing Douglas Adams voice on this journey is a bitter sweet reminder of all that we must protect. He is also a family favourite and frequently and lengthily quoted!

The Kitchen Of Lovely Contraptions by Jacqueline Saphra - ‘Searing, sexy, funny and cleansing as any poem on earth’ (Naomi Shihab Nye). Also a friend who helped me shape what I needed to say when I lost my son. Her poem Lambskin captured that day.

About Looking by John Berger - Essays on looking and seeing, how we interpret, imagine and perceive. How what we look at and how & what we see can be so different.

A Gentle Plea for Chaos by Mirabel Osler - She echoes my difficulty with rigid garden design and the preference for giving nature more free reign. Being able to take time to observe nature and let it shape us.

Article supplied by Lynn Clausen of Raven Drama

HOG ROAST COMPANY Fully Mobile Hog Roast Catering Service for all Social occasions and events.

www.thegiddypig.com Get in touch to discuss your event 01874 658819 Meat supplied by W J George Butchers, Talgarth

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Spiritual Medium and Therapist Mediumship Readings Tarot and Oracle Healing Deep Tissue Massage Reflexology Animal Communication/Mediumship Dderw Farm Lyswen, Brecon, Powys LD3 0UT For more information Please call 07812035459 ginalmurray@gmail.com www.ginalmurray.com

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The Brecon Hive

We are a small team of business owners, all living and working in Brecon, who came together to tackle the jobs everyone says someone should do something about with the aim of making Brecon the best place to be.

Our main project to date is the rejuvenation of the Peace Gardens in Brecon which had sadly become overgrown and underused. This project began with two of our members, Jules and Drew, who fundraised to install a memorial bench and stone for the Falklands War. Since The Brecon Hive took on the task we have cleared areas of overgrown weeds to create a Wildlife Garden, have worked with the Brecon Nepalese Community to install a WWI bench and have held fundraising events to install a WWII bench, bought with funds from the people of Brecon. Last Remembrance Week we created a Poppy Cascade using recycled plastic bottles, we have planted 30 native hedgerow trees which were donated by The Woodland Trust and we will shortly plant trees donated by Chris Davies MP as part of HM The Queen’s “Commonwealth Canopy”.

Our latest installation was the Peace bench, which is next to the Peace monument and we plan to renew the planting around the monument, install a statue of St Francis of Assisi and have verses from his prayer for peace on plaques around the garden.

The next stage of our project will be a Sensory Garden, which we are creating in conjunction with the students from the Supported Learning Department at Brecon College.The students are growing herbs from seed, both to sell to raise funds and to create the taste section of our Sensory Garden, and are also working on Peacethemed totem poles to install inside the Sensory Garden.

The Facebook page for our project is:‘the brecon hive peace garden project’ and we also have a webpage: thebreconhive.wordpress.com. We can be contacted at thebreconhive@gmail.com Article supplied by The Brecon Hive

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Life Under Canvas Life Under Canvas is a local business specialising in carefully chosen, high quality, 100% cotton canvas bell tents and other camping accessories, so you can embrace the outdoors in comfort and style.

The keen campers and glampers at Life Under Canvas have done the research for you. Over the last few years they have tried and tested all specs, styles and sizes of bell tent, awning, canopy, porch and other camping accessories and have put together the best fixings and features.The result is the unique Life Under Canvas range of great quality, affordable products.

Their bell tents, awnings, inners and accessories are the perfect solution for your canvas home away from home, whether you’re off for a long holiday, grabbing a weekend away or pitching in the garden; they offer quality, comfort and style that you can trust.

You can see the range for yourself online or at Seren Bach Campsite, Llowes, near Hay on Friday 19th and Saturday 20th April (see adjacent advert).

BELL TENT SALE Friday 19th and Saturday 20th April, 10am to 4pm Seren Bach Campsite Llowes, Nr Hay on Wye HR3 5JA Come and see our range of bell tents, awnings, inners and other camping accessories.

Our cotton canvas bell tents are durable, flexible and quick and easy to put up on your own.

Take advantage of this unique opportunity to ask questions and try a bell tent for size.

We’ll be offering discounts on purchases made on the day. Plus refreshments and marshmallow toasting for the kids!

We look forward to welcoming you.

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Tenovus Relocated

We would like to say a huge thank you to everyone that came along on Friday 8th March for the grand opening of our relocated Tenovus Cancer Care charity shop.

You can now find us at unit 17 Bethel Square. As well as the front access you can now donate to the back of the building, on Lion yard where our back door is signed.

Your donations are invaluable to us to help us generate monies for the work we do ,supporting cancer patients and their loved ones.

Your support means that we can fund more vital research, provide more services for people affected by cancer and do more work promoting healthy lifestyles to prevent cancer in the first place.

As well as making a donation, you can shop with us and volunteer with us!

Find out more about how to get involved. www.tenovuscancercare.org.uk Article supplied by Tenovus Cancer Care

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Crickhowell Music Festival 25th Anniversary!

It’s time to celebrate as the Crickhowell Music Festival marks 25 years of incredible music-making.

The Choral Society-led festival programmes have always strived to breathe new life into both familiar and less well known masterpieces and drawn in an array of notable performers.

Honouring this achievement and picking up on the celebratory mood, the weekend includes a dramatised performance, directed by award-winning director Tom Guthrie, of Purcell’s Fairy Queen (a magical work which opened the very first Festival in 1995) and a stylish performance of Bach’s mighty Mass in B minor.

Centre-stage will be a much anticipated star-studded line up of singers, including the Royal Wedding soprano Elin Manahan Thomas, acclaimed tenor Nicholas Mulroy and mezzo-soprano Catherine King to name but a few!

The party atmosphere will continue at the Festival’s Folk Night (Monday) which features Welsh Trio ALAW, following their enthusiastic reception at last summer’s BBC Proms.

Also highlighting the Festival’s track record, there will be an emphasis on young people’s involvement.

Elin Manahan Thomas’s vocal masterclass for the choir’s Choral Scholars, held in collaboration with Crickhowell High School, will no doubt prove an inspiration for all. Pupils will also be providing the dancers for Purcell’s wonderful Fairy Queen masque. Crickhowell Choral Society’s 25th Music Festival promises to be something special so come along and join us in the celebrations!

TICKETS Saturday & Sunday Concerts - £16.00 Friday & Monday Concerts - £10.00

Students free at all events Tickets can be purchased from: Webbs Crickhowell, The Hours Brecon Online at www.crickhowellchoralsociety.org Choir Members or telephone Genet Bevan (01873) 810935

For further information see accompanying poster and visit www.crickhowellchoralsociety.org

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Outdoor Nursery sessions!

Over the last 30 years the understanding of the benefits of outdoor learning for children have been growing. Learning happens from everyday experiences that we have; those things that we do rather than just hear or see become the basis for growth.

In a high-quality outdoor learning setting children are more able to:• Problem-solve, with reflective and inquisitive thinking.

• Grow holistically.

• Identify hazards and risks.

• Appreciate nature, along with a love and respect for all things living.

• Work collaboratively and improve communication skills.

• Become self-aware, build confidence and self-esteem.

• Understand how we can look after our environment.

• Access both physical and mental health benefits.

• Develop both gross and fine-motor skills.

Cylch Meithrin Aberhonddu is working in partnership with Dail Bach CIC to provide an outdoor classroom facility here in Brecon. Sessions will be provided both as stand alone childcare or as part of the wider childcare services offered by Cylch Meithrin.

Cylch Meithrin Aberhonddu has been delivering the 30 hours of funded childcare since January. This, in addition to a range of fee-paying options including flexible sessions, term-time only contracts, Foundation Phase Funding, Employer Childcare Vouchers, Holiday Club, Flying Start Funding, and one of the lowest hourly rates in the area, mean that the charity is proud to be truly accessible to all.

For more information about these sessions and all of the services provided by the charity, please see contact details on the advert opposite.

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

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

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

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Take care of you!

For the last 18 months taking care of myself has been my top priority. From healthy eating, bit of pampering, regular exercise, making time for myself - it’s been vital to a healthy life.

Laura has pulled together some businesses and services that may appeal to you.

Another bonus, they’re all local!

Gillian Beedle VTCT MFHT 07816 529840 01874 611266 Camden Road, Brecon

Now offering Access Bars

Reflexology & Indian Head Massage Relaxing complementary therapies for natural health and well-being gillianbeedle@outlook.com fb.me/gillianbeedle

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Happy Joints Yoga Class

When joint mobility diminishes, the range of motion is reduced resulting in us not being able to move about with ease and flexibility.

This can lead to feelings of frustration, reduced confidence or even loss of independence.

Everyday tasks can take longer to do, or are more difficult than they used to be, and may result in pain, inflammation or swelling to the joint area.

Yoga practices are designed to soften and release tension from the ligaments, tendons and cartilage, thereby increasing the range of motion in the joints. Increased movement of the joints help with reducing swelling to the area, and can also assist with reducing pain and inflammation. Yoga also assists with improving the flow of synovial fluid, this fluid is essential in joint health as it is the natural lubricant.

This class is suitable for people with limited joint mobility, the yoga practices are low impact to ensure that you are working towards improving your flexibility while remaining within your comfort level.

Happy Joints Yoga Class will be running on Friday mornings 9.15am to 10.15am at the Well Being Centre, St Marys Street. Please note that we are on the 1st floor, therefore there will be stairs to negotiate.

Help to improve mobility of the joints, including recovery from strains, sprains and injuries.

Assist with reducing inflammation, stiffness and fluid retention.

Improve flexibility, agility and overall health to the joints.

Well Being Centre

01874 625358

First Floor, Old Post Office, St Marys Street, Brecon LD3 7AA www.theretreatbrecon.co.uk Robs No Worries Yoga

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Lessons and Hacking

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School’s Out!

Visit or call us

Come and hire a bike for the Easter break and explore the beautiful surroundings on your doorstep.

Mountain bikes to cover all ages and heights.

Worried about fitness?

No problem – keep up with the kids on one of our e-bikes.

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Make the most of the outdoors and quality time together.

Do visit our shop in Hay-on-Wye or call us.

We look forward to welcoming you!

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LITTLE STARS PRE-SCHOOL HAY Childcare and education for children from 6 months old to school age.

Open Monday to Friday 8am to 5.45pm.

Open full year, only closed for Bank Holidays and 2 weeks at Christmas.

Offering a variety of sessions including morning session, school day, full day and 3+ funding. Now offering 30 hours Welsh childcare offer.

To arrange a visit or to book your child’s place please get in touch with Tish Jones. email: littlestarspreschoolhay@gmail.com phone: 07532 257 971

Little Stars Pre-School Clyro

Little Stars Pre-school Clyro Care and education for children from 2 years old.

We offer a variety of sessions: Breakfast Club/Morning Session/ School Day/Full Day 3+ Funded sessions 9am to 11.30am weekdays.

Now offering 30 hours Welsh childcare offer.

Open term time only To arrange a visit or to book your child’s place please get in touch with Becky Golesworthy Phone: 07572 901 372 Email: littlestarsclyro@gmail.com

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News from Chris Davies -Your local MP

Children across Wales recently campaigned against climate change. Groups of students gathered in towns across Brecon and Radnorshire to protest about global warming and its potential harmful effects on future generations.

The UK has a proud record on the environment in recent years and is a global leader in reducing emissions. Just look at the changes every UK citizen has made over the past ten years when it comes to household basics like recycling. We are now a nation of recyclers and this is having a huge effect on the amount of waste we produce that used to end up in landfill and the oceans.

In 2018, UK CO2 emissions fell for a record sixth consecutive year and emissions in the UK fell to the lowest level since 1888, outside years with strikes. This is a huge achievement when developing countries around the world are increasing their CO2 output and damaging the planet.

Mike Luxton Electrician PAT Testing Installation & Repairs Part P Registered Elecsa Registered No electrical job too small 3 The Paddocks, Newgate Street, Llanfaes, Brecon LD3 8DJ Tel: 01874 611794 Mob: 07802 711670 Email: mikeluxton1@tiscali.co.uk

Ocean plastic has been another area where the West can be proud. The ten most polluted rivers in the world are responsible for 90% of the plastic in our oceans, not one of these rivers are in Europe, the vast majority are in Africa and Asia.

We are making real progress in the UK at protecting our climate and I hope that schools and teachers are promoting this to our pupils and not scaring them with doomsday scenarios.

If we really want to tackle climate change we must lead a global response in order to tackle this issue.

If you would like to book an appointment to discuss any issue or topic with me then please contact my office at chris.davies.mp@parliament.uk, 6 Market Street, Builth Wells, Powys, LD3 7SX. Or visit my website for details at www.chrisdavies.org.uk

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NOW OPEN - Personal Injury, Medical Negligence and Civil Litigation Department

RICHARDS THOMAS BRECON are pleased to announce that it has expanded its practice to include personal injury, medical negligence and civil litigation. Headed by GEORGE WILLIAMS and JORDAN LEWIS, our specialist solicitors have extensive experience in dealing with all types of accident claims including road traffic, work place accidents, industrial injuries, slips, trips and falls, criminal injuries compensation and doctors malpractice. They also have experience in cases concerning professional negligence, data protection breaches, breach of contract, debt recovery and many more. No Win No Fee, fixed fees and deferred payment plans are available subject to agreement with our specialists. Face to face appointments guaranteed. Contact us and make an appointment to see one of our specialists now.

“Don’t get fobbed off by an insurer or claims management company. Stay local. Get the service you deserve.”

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Newss from

Kirsty Williams

There’s a good chance you’re reading this around the time your council tax bill for the new financial year has arrived. The record 9.5% increase passed in the latest Powys County Council budget means Powys has the highest levels of council tax in Wales relative to average incomes.

The budget process was a difficult one for the Council - with the original proposals rejected - and ongoing financial constraints continue to dominate political decisions.There were some positives from the revised budget, including the decision to abandon plans to cut financial support for libraries, and the financial lifeline given to local arts and cultural organisations.

With purse strings so tight the fight to maintain services can be difficult, and until we see a change in political direction it’s a fight that doesn’t look likely to go away. However, I know the importance of campaigning to protect the things people rely on and I will continue to do so.

Mae’n bosib iawn eich bod yn darllen hwn tua’r amser y mae eich bil treth gyngor ar gyfer y flwyddyn ariannol newydd wedi cyrraedd. Mae’r cynnydd o 9.5% a gofnodwyd yng nghyllideb ddiweddaraf Cyngor Sir Powys yn golygu bod gan Bowys y lefelau uchaf o dreth gyngor yng Nghymru o’i chymharu ag incwm cyfartalog.

Roedd y broses gyllidebol yn un anodd i’r Cyngor - gwrthodwyd y cynigion gwreiddiol - ac mae cyfyngiadau ariannol parhaus yn parhau’n flaenllaw wrth wneud penderfyniadau gwleidyddol. Daeth rhai canlyniadau cadarnhaol o’r gyllideb ddiwygiedig, gan gynnwys y penderfyniad i roi’r gorau i gynlluniau i dorri cymorth ariannol i lyfrgelloedd, a’r cymorth ariannol a roddir i sefydliadau celfyddydol a diwylliannol lleol.

Gyda chyllid mor brin, gall y frwydr i gynnal gwasanaethau fod yn anodd, a than y gwelwn newid cyfeiriad gwleidyddol, mae’n frwydr nad yw’n edrych yn debygol o fynd i ffwrdd. Fodd bynnag, rwy’n gwybod pa mor bwysig yw ymgyrchu i ddiogelu’r pethau y mae pobl yn dibynnu arnynt a byddaf yn parhau i wneud hynny.

This article is bilingual due to the Official Languages Scheme of the National Assembly for Wales.

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News from William Powell

Tea Emporium 13 Ship Street, Brecon

Suppliers of the finest loose leaf teas from around the world, over 250 varieties to choose from

Welsh Liberal Democrat County Councillor for Talgarth As the lambs start to appear in fields all around us, there is definitely a feeling of spring in the air. In our community too, I sense this fresh energy in several initiatives which are taking place locally. One of these is the proposed launch of a Talgarth and District Energy Cooperative, in partnership with the successful Green Valleys enterprise and backed by European Union Interreg funding.

At a time when a step change is predicted in electricity powered vehicles, the major utility companies threaten to ratchet up energy costs and climate change is widely seen as an emergency, it has to make sense for communities to help secure our own energy needs.

If, like me, you want to back this scheme and find out more, please contact the project officer, Jed Needs, by email to register your interest: jed@thegreenvalleys.org As a Trustee of PAVO, it is currently my privilege to be one of the judges in the forthcoming Powys Volunteer of the Year Awards. It is humbling to witness the range and depth of volunteering that takes place in our county, by ordinary people, who want to do their bit and enrich the lives of others. I am looking forward to visiting some of those individuals and organisations shortlisted in the coming weeks. Last year, the overall winner was the Hay Brecon Talgarth Sanctuary for Refugees (HBTS4R) Group.

And, while on the theme of those who run the extra mile for others, congratulations are due to our very own PC Geraint Skyrme, on being shortlisted for the Dyfed – Powys Police #WeCare Award 2019. It is a hugely deserved accolade – and I’m sure you will join me in wishing Geraint success in the final vote.

In the meantime, if you have any feedback or issue of concern, please do not hesitate to contact me by email: President@welshlibdems.org.uk on facebook or via Twitter @WmPowell2016. In any event, I look forward to hearing from you on any issue, which may be troubling you.

Happy Easter, William.

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Only Connect... P.F.S. BRECON Back in 2015 a group of individuals came together and decided that they would demonstrate an alternative response to the prevailing view widely touted in the media that Britain was hostile to those seeking asylum. They called themselves the Hay, Brecon & Talgarth Sanctuary for Refugees. Among the many support activities offered was the chance for refugees to experience a day out in the Brecon Beacons and surrounding areas. Here as they shared food and the company of friends and supporters, Eugene Fisk began to draw. He called them his ‘brief encounters.‘ Firm in the belief that the role of the portrait painter is to celebrate the individuality of people, he achieves this with subjects who come from places where terror, violence and death are for some a daily experience.

Eugene Fisk was profoundly deaf. His subjects did not always speak good English. But as a colleague of his remarked, “There was something about the communication between him and the person that left the sitter with an affirmation of who they were.”

Look carefully at the faces of the refugees drawn with such skill; the expressions, the eyes, the way the head is held, sometimes looking away from you, or holding you in a steady gaze, and I defy you to feel that you are not in the presence of both ordinary and yet truly remarkable people.

Eugene died just a year ago. His legacy is this beautiful book with an inspiration within it that serves E.M Forster’s Only Connect quote well in that by not just exalting human love, it captures the very essence of what is humanity.

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BRECON Poets: NATALIE BOSCOTT WALKER BETWEEN THE WORLDS He steps so carefully and sweetly stows The seeds of stories, slices of each land.

His fingers find the seams and sew so close The lives and loves so few can understand.

His eyes bewitch, his smile, disarming, earns A voice of silver rivers streaming songs Of Shakespeare, Thomas, Larkin, Blake and Burns, So sweet that all who hear it dream along.

He guards the gates of lands beyond the sun,

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His hands cut rough by sharp and snipping verse Hold tight the pillars of a breath begun,

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So keenly leading forth its font of words.

As father of the stanza and the line,

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He guides the letters with a gentle force, Slickly enchanting reason, hexing rhyme, He hypnotises tales to take their course.

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His power pulls his followers to find The light behind the ever-present thunder.

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He is a dreamer bathing all the blind And waking them to magic and to wonder.

VOUCHERS a gift with a difference Contributions from local poets are invited. These should be no more than 24 lines in length and accompanied by two or three succinct sentences about the poet. They should please be emailed to breconpoets@yahoo.com and not directly to the Local Beacon.

For more information about ordering a voucher or booking a session, please call Gill at 01874 623 602

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What’s on: during the week MONDAY Dementia Friendly Fun Activities: (First Monday in the month) 10am.

Brecon Leisure Centre. Get active with our inclusive fun activity sessions. £2 per person, carers come for free. Contact Brecon Leisure Centre 01874 623677.

Pilates Back Care: 10.30am. Theatr Brycheiniog. A gentle pilates exercise class which focuses on good posture, balance, use of core muscles to get stiff backs moving again and help keep you fit and mobile. Suitable for all, clients are welcome to work at their own pace. Visit www. brycheiniog.co.uk. Contact Katy Sinnadurai 07807 851970.

Drums for All: (Every fortnight).

10.30 - 11.30am.Theatr Brycheiniog.

Beat it Percussion present a series of dementia-friendly music making

sessions. Ideal for older adults who are looking for something creative and social to get involved in. Drums For All brings people together to make music, chat and most importantly have fun. Visit www. brycheiniog.co.uk. Contact Lynn at Beat It Percussion 07875 090946.

ITC ‘Happy Hour’: 11am – 12 noon. Brecon Library. First time online? Whether its help with Basic Computing or ICT queries, eBooks or audiobooks, eMagazines, or even just renewing your books – Brecon Library can help. Free drop in session. Contact 01874 623346.

Pilates Body Conditioning: 11.45am.

Theatr Brycheiniog. A fitness class incorporating several elements, from dance based aerobic warm ups to pilates-based mat exercises. This class will help cardiovascular fitness

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as well as improve core strength, control, coordination and flexibility.

Suitable for all, clients are welcome to work at their own pace. Visit www.brycheiniog.co.uk.

Contact Katy Sinnadurai 07807 851970.

Sewing Group: 1 – 3pm.

Llanddew Village Hall. An informal group meeting each week for a chat and cup of tea while sewing.

2nd Rainbows (girls aged 5-7): (Term time only). 5.30 - 6.30pm. www.girlguiding.org.uk.

Brecon Chamber of Trade Meeting: (First Monday of the month). 6pm. The Castle Hotel, Brecon. Contact Sarah Lewis, email: chamberoftradebrecon@gmail.com.

Brownies: (Term time only).

6 – 7.30pm. Age 7 to 10. www. girlguiding.org.uk/brownies.

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What’s on: during the week Alive & Kickin’ Community Choir: 7 – 9pm. The Muse, Glamorgan St, Brecon, LD3 7PF. Everyone aged 16+ who wants to sing is most welcome. £5 per session. Contact Tanya Walker 07723 016837.

Brecon Town Concert Band: 7 - 9pm. Theatr Brycheiniog. If you play, or would like to learn a brass, woodwind or percussion instrument, then the Brecon Town Concert Band is an ideal place for you. The band is a mix of all ages and abilities, playing music from the very easy to more advanced, with performances throughout the year.

Contact Dave 07779 390954.

Charity Cash Bingo: 7.30pm. The Gremlin Hotel, Brecon.

Brecon Rotary Club: 7.30pm. The Castle Hotel, Brecon. New members welcome. Contact 01874 636390.

Crafty Ladies: (Every third Monday in the month). 7.30pm. Llyswen & Boughrood Community Hall.

We do something different each month so if you would like to join in the fun, contact Carol by email: carolbrown42@hotmail.com.

Brecon Bellringers: 7.30 - 9pm.

Brecon Cathedral (1st & 3rd), St Mary’s Church (2nd & 4th). All welcome. Contact Paul Johnson 01874 658670.

TUESDAY Brecon Indoor Market: 9.30am - 5pm. Brecon Market Hall. Visit www.breconmarket.co.uk.

Badminton: 10am - 12 noon.

Brecon Leisure Centre. £3 per session. Come and join our friendly group. Beginners welcome. Rackets provided.

group led by Helen Vincent, where all songs are taught by ear so you don’t need to be able to read music. Contact 01873 832795.

Cheeky Cherubs Playgroup: 10am – 12 noon. Bishop Bevan Hall, Brecon.

Join us for a cuppa and a natter whilst the kids play! £2 per child, 50p for each additional child. Snacks and tea & coffee included in the price.

Alzheimer’s Society – Tea, Chat & Activities in Brecon: 10.30am – 12 noon. Kensington Baptist Church Hall, Watergate, Brecon LD3 9AR. A popular and friendly group for people whose lives are affected by dementia. Contact Enid Edwards (Dementia Support Worker) 01874 712083.

Hard of Hearing Support Group: (Third Tuesday in the month).

10.30am – 12.30pm. Brecon Library.

New members welcome. Speakers and discussions and advice plus a cup of tea and meet like minded people. Contact Wales Council for the Deaf 01443 485687 or email: mail@wcdeaf.org.uk.

Story Time: 11 – 11.30am. Brecon Library. Free & all ages welcome.

Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Stretch & Release”: 12 noon – 1pm. The Well-Being Centre, St Mary’s St. Brecon. £5 or £25 for a 6 week course. Contact 01874 625358.

Alive & Kickin Community Choir Brecon: (Term time only). 12 noon - 1.30pm. Theatr Brycheiniog. Uplift singing sessions. £6/£5. Take a break on a Tuesday afternoon and inject your week with a healthy dose of well-being, health and happiness through singing! Led by Alive & Kickin vocal coach, Tanya Walker. Contact Tanya Walker 07723 016837.

Glamorgan Street, Brecon.

Contact 01874 622158.

Free help with NHS hearingaids: (1st Tuesday of the month) 2 – 4pm. The Library, Brecon.

Contact 02920 333034.

Caffi Croeso – Pop up Dementia Friendly Café: (Every 3rd Tuesday in the month). 2 – 4pm. Parish Hall, Church Lane, Crickhowell.

Action on Hearing Loss: 2 - 4pm.

Brecon Library.We provide support to hearing aid users, enabling people to make the most of their hearing aid and manage their hearing loss effectively. Just come along to our free walk-in hearing aid support session. Contact 01874 623346.

The Arts Society Brecknock: (Every second Tuesday in the month).

2.30pm. Theatr Brycheiniog. The Arts Society hosts some excellent speakers discussing a wide variety of pictures, artefacts and the history behind them. A great opportunity to broaden your knowledge and encourage your appreciation of fine arts. £8. Contact Clodagh Law 01497 820450.

DAI y Bannau: 4pm. Theatre Brycheiniog, Brecon. A Multimedia Theatre group that aims to develop & enhance the skills of young people in relation to performing arts & multimedia theatre. Ages 7+.

Contact 07846 446268.

Brecon Library Book Club: (2nd Tuesday of the month) 5 - 6.30pm.

Brecon Library. Call the Library to check what we’re reading this month! Visitors welcome.

Contact 01874 623346.

Brownies: 5.45 – 7.15pm. Age 7 to 10. www.girlguiding.org.uk/brownies.

Mid Wales Meteors Wheelchair Crick Howlers: 10am. The Parish Hall, Church Lane, Crickhowell.The Bridge Lessons for Improvers: Basketball Training Session (Term To advertise in athe Localvoice Beacon 07775 898432 1.30tel.

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What’s on: during the week Sports Hall, Gwernyfed School, Three Cocks. 12+. £3pp. Contact Fran 07745 641873.

Samba Brecon: 6 – 8pm. A lively, friendly community percussion band who play Afro-Brazilian rhythms. No previous experience needed. 1st taster session is free. £4 per session. Contact Glenn 07971 398727 / Catherine 01874 625422.

Brecon Bridge Club: 6.30pm.

Brecon Rugby Club, Watton, Brecon. New members and visitors always welcome.

Brecon Lions Club: (Every 2nd Tuesday of the month). 7pm.

The Castle of Brecon Hotel, Brecon. New members welcome.

Contact 01874 658367.

SambaBrecon: 7 - 9pm. Harley’s Night Club, 8 Bell Lane, Brecon.

(Close to the library). SambaBrecon is a friendly community band which meets each week to practice drumming together and have fun.

Contact Sue 07792 165481 or Gill 01497 821631.

Brecon Youth Club: (Term time) 7 – 9.30pm. Brecon Youth Ctr., Cradoc Rd., Brecon. Age Group: 11 – 25. Contact Rhodri Jones 01874 622658.

Table Tennis Social Club: 7.30pm.

Trallong Church Hall. Beginners, enthusiasts & veterans welcome.

Contact Trevor Lee 01874 638995.

The Regimental Association of the Royal Welsh: (First Tuesday of the month). 7.30pm. Brecon RAFA Club, Concorde House, 101 The Struet, Brecon.

£17 per family. Visitors welcome.

Visit www.bgamyfreesites.net.

Scottish Dancing: 7.30 – 9.30pm.

Subud Hall, nr. Watton Villa, Brecon.

Beginners welcome. Contact Peter Brock 01874 622889.

The Royal British Legion: (Second Tuesday of the month). 8pm.

Brecon RAFA Club, Concorde House, 101 The Struet, Brecon.

Brecon Jazz Club: (Every 2nd Tuesday in the month). 8pm.

The Muse, Glamorgan Street, Brecon, LD3 7DW. Email: info@ breconjazzclub.org.

WEDNESDAY Disturbed by someone else’s drinking?: Living with alcoholism can be a lonely life. You need not be alone. Contact 020 7403 0888.

Aberhonddu Angels (A young WI group): (First Weds of the month) Plough Chapel. Follow on Facebook for updates.

Yoga with Johanna Paxton: 10am.

Theatr Brycheiniog. Yoga for all ages and ability. Release unwanted stress and tension, while improving your strength, balance, flexibility and coordination.

Classes are friendly, relaxed and taught with a good measure of humour. £36/£30 for six weeks.

Contact jo@johannapaxton.com.

Dwylo Bach – “Signing for Little Hands”: (Term time only). 10 – 11.30am. The Muse, Brecon.

0 – 3 years. Followed by coffee, chat & play. Contact meithrin. aberhonddu@gmail.com.

English Country Dancing (U3A): 10am – 12 noon. St. Peter’s Church Hall, Glasbury. Taught by Margaret Gill. £3 per session. Just turn up for a free session or for more information contact Stephanie 01497 820694 or Susan 01544 327337.

3rd Wednesday of the month): 10am – 5pm. The Muse, Brecon.

A Community Sewing group. Tea, coffee & cake as well as a chance to sew, knit & chat in a friendly environment. Contact Charlie 07967 343619.

Visual Impairment Breconshire: (Every 2nd & 4th Weds in the month) 1.30 – 3.30pm. Watton Presbyterian Schoolroom. Contact 01874 624949.

The Mothers Union: (1st Weds in the month) 2pm. The Diocesan Centre, Cathedral Close, Brecon Although called a “Mothers Union” you do not have to be a mother to join; single, married or divorced, all are welcome. Contact 01874 636390.

Beacons Netball Club: 4 – 5.30pm years 7, 8 & 9. 5.30 – 7pm.Yr 10 & older. Brecon Leisure Centre. £3 on the night or reduced fee for the term. 1st training session free.

Contact 01597 840420.

Pilates Back Care: 5.45pm. Theatr Brycheiniog. A gentle pilates exercise class which focuses on good posture, balance, use of core muscles to get stiff backs moving again and help keep you fit and mobile. Suitable for all, clients are welcome to work at their own pace. Contact Katy Sinnadurai 07807 851970.

Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Stretch & Release”: 6 – 7.30pm. £7 or £35 for a six week course.The WellBeing Centre, St Mary’s Street, Brecon. Contact 01874 625358.

Brecon Camera Club: (Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month).

7pm. The Muse, Brecon. Contact michaelknee@tiscali.co.uk.

Brecknock Gardening Pilates Body Conditioning: 7pm.

Association: (Every 2nd Tuesday Theatr Brycheiniog. Suitable for in the month). 7.30pm. The all, clients are welcome to work Castle of Brecon Hotel (Unless at their own pace. Contact Katy otherwise stated.) Membership mention Local Beacon(Every when 1st responding to adverts fees are £11 per Please individual and the Stitch Together: & Sinnadurai 07807 851970.

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What’s on: during the week Force: 7 – 9pm. The ACF Ctr, Conway St, Brecon. Ages 12 – 18yrs. We aim to inspire young people to achieve success in life, make the most of their abilities & develop the qualities to be a good citizen. Contact 01873 813756.

Dementia Matters: 11am-3pm.

Kensington Church Hall. Are you a carer looking for more support? Are you forgetting things more often?

Are you spending too much time on your own? Then why not come along! Contact 01597 821166.

Aberhonddu Women’s Institute: (1st Wednesday of the month).

7.30pm.

Watton Church Schoolroom. A friendly group of ladies who have an interesting programme planned for the current year. Contact 01874 623820.

Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Stretch & Release”: 12.30 – 1.30pm. £5 or £25 for a six week course. The Well-Being Centre, St Mary’s Street, Brecon. Contact 01874 625358.

The Brecon Singers – Rehearsals: (Term time only). 7.30pm. New members warmly welcomed.Visit www.breconsingers.com.

Brecon Business Club: (2nd Wednesday in the month). 7.45 for 8pm prompt. The Castle of Brecon Hotel. Sponsored by Mitchell Meredith Chartered Accountants the meetings give an opportunity to network with each other and showcase their businesses. Key-note speakers are invited to share their expertise.

Visit www.breconbusinesclub.org.

THURSDAY Probus Club of Brecon: 10am.

The Castle of Brecon Hotel.

Brecon Breastfeeding Support – BIBs: 10am – 12pm. The Muse, Brecon.

Brecon U3A: 10am - 3.30pm.

Theatr Brycheiniog. Brecon U3A (University of the Third Age) is for retired or semi retired people who want to keep active in mind and body and enjoy socialising. Visit www.brycheiniog.co.uk, and www. u3asites.org.uk/brecon/welcome.

Contact Agi Yates: 01874 610954.

Knit and Natter: 11 - 12 noon.

Brecon Library. All ages and abilities welcome to our friendly knitting & crochet group. Contact 01874 623346.

Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Stretch & Release”: 1.30 – 3pm. £7 or £35 for a six week course. The Well-Being Centre, St Mary’s St. Brecon. Contact 01874 625358.

Bridge Lessons for Beginners: 1.45 - 3.45pm. The Old Muse, Glamorgan Street, Brecon. Visit www.breconbridgeclub.org.uk.

Contact 01874 622158.

Brownies: (Term-time only).

5.30 – 7pm. Age 7 to 10. www. girlguiding.org.uk/brownies.

Gwernyfed Ladies Rugby Training: 6pm (U15’s girls), 6.30pm (U18’s), 7pm (Ladies).

Gwernyfed Rugby Club, Talgarth.

Fun, challenging & exciting. Delyth Thomas 07891 371458.

Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Stretch & Release”: 6 – 7.30pm.

The Well-Being Centre, 1st Floor, Old Post Office, St Mary’s Street, Brecon. Contact 01874 625358.

Brecon Youth Club: (Term time) 6.30 – 9pm Tuesday & Friday.

Brecon Youth Centre, Cradoc Road. Age Group: 11-25. Contact 01874 622658.

scouting for 14 – 18 yrs, meeting either Crickhowell / Brecon. A friendly group. Visit our website www.breconexplorers.co.uk.

FRIDAY Brecon Country Market: 8.30am - 1.30pm. Brecon Market Hall.

Everything we sell is home-made or home-produced.

Rob’s No Worries Yoga – Happy Joints Yoga Class: 9.15 - 10.15am.

The Well Being Centre, St Marys Street, Brecon. £5 per session.

Contact 01874 625358.

Brecon Indoor Market: 9.30am - 5pm. Brecon Market Hall. Visit www.breconmarket.co.uk.

Brecon Walking Group: 10am.

Meeting point changes, use contact details below. Free local walk up to an hour long. Improve your health and enjoy a cuppa and a chat after. Contact Martin Bevan 07791 620482.

Bookworm Boogie: 10 – 11am.

Waterfront Bar,Theatr Brycheiniog.

For babies and toddlers. Run by author Sarah KilBride, featuring a mixture of drama, stories, music, movement and art. £4.50 per parent and child, £3 per additional child. Contact 01874 611622.

Siop Siarad: 10.30am – 12 noon.

The White Hart, Talybont-onUsk. Practice your Welsh outside the classroom over a cup of tea or coffee. Bydd croeso cynnes Cymreig i chi. Contact Maureen Probert 01874 676204.

Short Mat Bowls: 7pm. Trallong Hall. Come & join a small, friendly group playing Short Mat Bowls on an informal basis. Contact 01874 611602.

Poetry Group: (Every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month) 11 – 12 noon. Brecon Library. Join our friendly group for informal discussion of poetry and sharing of writing. Contact 01874 623346.

Brecon & Glanusk Explorer Scouts: (Term time) 7.45 – 9pm.We provide

Cathedral Lunchtime Recital: 1pm.

Brecon Cathedral, Priory Hill, Brecon.

What’s on: during the week / month Chatterbooks: Every 2nd Friday in the month): Brecon Library. Brecon Library’s book group for 7-11 year olds! Contact 01874 623346.

Pub Quiz in support of the Brecon Volunteer Bureau: (Every third Friday in the month). 7.30pm.

The Three Horseshoes, Llanfaes.

Entry fee £1 per person. All invited. Contact 01874 622874.

SATURDAY Brecon Farmers Market: (Every 2nd Saturday in the month): 9.30am – 2pm. Brecon Market Hall. Contact 07926 196714.

Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Stretch & Release”: 10 – 11.30am. £7 or £35 for a 6 week course.The WellBeing Centre, St Mary’s Street, Brecon. Contact 01874 625358.

The Breconshire Local & Family History Society Drop In: (Every 3rd Saturday in the month) 11am – 12 noon. Brecon Library.

Visit the library for help with any family or local history enquiries!

Brecon Repair Café: (Last Saturday in the month except August & December). 11am 2pm. Brecon Volunteer Bureau, 99, The Struet, Brecon, LD3 7LS. Bring a small broken item and have help to repair it over a cuppa! Contact 01874 623136.

Brecon Beacons Young Archaeologists Club (BBYAC): (Every 2nd Saturday in the month).

2 - 4pm. Subud Hall, Brecon.The club is open to all youngsters in the age range 8 to 16. Contact bbyac1@ btinternet.com.

SUNDAY @Plan Brecon - Litter Picking: (First Sunday in the month). 10am. Meet at Watergate Car Park, Brecon. Litter picking around Brecon. Join us for a social stroll and help keep Brecon beautiful.We have all the kit, just bring

yourself, maybe a friend and family and help us keep our town tidy.

Llangynidr Farmers’ & Producers’ Market: (Last Sunday of the month).

10am – 1pm. Llangynidr Village Hall, NP8 1LS. Local fresh produce and homemade arts & craft. Free entry, free parking, refreshments available.

DURING THE MONTH Monday 1st April Brecon Film Society presents - Daphne: (15). 7.30pm. Brecon Coliseum Cinema. This British debut homes in on a complex, intelligent, spiky, often self-destructive young woman, adrift in atomised modernday London. Contact 01874 623166.

Tuesday 2nd April ROH Live - ‘La Forza Del Destino’: Theatr Brycheiniog. See advert and article on page 13.

Wednesday 3rd April South Powys Youth Music (SPYM) Gala Concert: Theatr Brycheiniog.

See articles on pages 10 and 13.

Saturday 6th April Powys Brecknock Federation of WIs Annual Show: 1pm. Brecon Market Hall. Entry £1, including a programme. See article on page 4.

Sunday 7th April @Plan Brecon - Litter Picking: 10am.

Meet at Watergate Car Park, Brecon.

Litter picking around Brecon. Join us for a social stroll and help keep Brecon beautiful. We have all the kit, just bring yourself, maybe a friend and family and help us keep our town tidy.

TaikoTaster Session - Family Session: 10.15am. Theatr Brycheiniog, Canal Wharf, Brecon LD3 7EW. Come and have some fun playing Japanese Taiko drums at two taster workshop days, suitable for adults and children.

No unaccompanied children under 12 years. Contact 01874 611622.

Taiko Taster Session - Children 12+: 11am. Theatr Brycheiniog, Canal Wharf, Brecon LD3 7EW. Come and have some fun playing Japanese Taiko drums at two taster workshop days.

No unaccompanied children under 12 years. Contact 01874 611622.

Planetarium Show: The Solar System: 11am, 12pm, 2pm & 3pm.

Elan Valley Visitor Centre, Rhayader LD6 5HP. Take a tour of the Solar System with Martin Nelmes from the University of Aberystwyth.

Contact 01597 810880.

Tuesday 9th April The Arts Society Brecknock Leonardo: Anatomical Mindfulness with Daniel Evans: 2.30pm. Theatr Brycheiniog. £8. Contact Clodagh Law: 01497 820450.

Brecknock Gardening Association - “Flowers for all Occasions from Cuckoo Farm Flowers”: 7.30pm. The Castle of Brecon Hotel. Illustrated talk by Vicki Weston. Visitors welcome. Email: brecongardening@gmail.com.

Wednesday 10th April Friends of Brecon & District Mind - “Strong Young Minds”: 7pm. The Muse, Glamorgan Street, Brecon. Kaye Berry, chief executive of the CLD Trust, a Herefordshire-based mental health charity working primarily with children and young people, talks about its early intervention service. £5 (Friends / Members £2). Contact 01874 611529.

A Concert of Baroque & Renaissance Music for Harpsichord, Spinet,Voice &Viola Da Gamba: 7.30 - 9.30pm. St Mary’s Church, St Mary’s Road, Hay, HR3 5EB. Yat-Soon Yeo Harpsichord, Spinet; Claire Horácek, Viola da Gamba; Lucy Green, Mezzosoprano.Tickets £12 on the door or website. Contact 07904 784239.

What’s on: during the month Thursday 11th April NT Live - ‘All About Eve’: Theatr Brycheiniog. See advert and article on page 13.

Friday 12th April ‘Faith’: Theatr Brycheiniog. Show celebrating the life of George Michael See advert and article on page 13.

Saturday 13th April Monday 15th April Lego Builders at Berrington: 11am - 3pm. Berrington Hall, Leominster HR6 0DW. Bring your own Lego or use some of ours and see if you can beat ‘Capability’ Brown by designing and creating your own mini walled garden. £2. Contact 01568 615721.

Saturday 13th April Thursday 18th April The Marvellous World of MiniBeasts Trail: 10.30am - 4pm. The Weir Garden, Swainshill, Hereford HR4 7QF. It’s a whole other world down there you know; hidden in the grass, the soil, the leaves. £2.50.

Contact 01981 590509.

Saturday 13th April Sunday 28th April Famous Five Trail: 10am - 4pm.

Croft Castle and Parkland, Yarpole, Leominster HR6 9PW. Delve down secret passageways, hunt for lost treasure and enjoy the simple joys of nature, wildlife and being outdoors on our holiday trail. £2.50 per trail. Contact 01568 780246.

Jack and The Beanstalk Trail: 10am - 4pm. Berrington Hall, Leominster HR6 0DW. Search around the grounds and complete the quest to save Berrington. £2.50 per trail.

Contact 01568 615721.

Saturday 13th April Saturday 18th May Brecon & Radnor Beekeeping Association Beginner’s Course:

12 noon. Llandew Hall, LD3 9ST. Please note that this is the first of six consecutive Saturday afternoons.

Each session is followed by a practical beekeeping visit to our teaching apiary nearby. Cost £50 + £11 B & R BKA Associate membership. Prebooking essential. Contact: 07768 847249. See advert on page 6.

Sunday 14th April ‘The West End at the Movies’: Theatr Brycheiniog. See advert and article on page 13.

Monday 15th April Mad Hatter’s Tea Party: 4pm. The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks. Booking required. £12.99pp. See advert on page 7.

Tuesday 16th April Thursday 18th April BuildYour Own Bench for Fishpool Valley: 10am - 3pm. Croft Castle and Parkland, Yarpole, Leominster HR6 9PW. Help our ranger team restore the Picturesque Fishpool Valley by recreating the original viewing areas. Build your own rustic bench made from oak from the Croft estate and install at one of the historic viewing platforms in the valley. Contact 01568 780246.

Wednesday 17th April Workshop Wednesday - Drop In Craft Workshop: 11am - 3pm.

Talgarth Mill. £4.50.

Wild Wednesday Workshop: The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks. Book now £4 per child. See advert on page 7.

Thursday 18th April Maundy Thursday Service Solemn Eucharist: 7pm. Brecon Cathedral. See advert on page 10.

RCT Theatres present ‘Dau’ (Welsh Language Drama): Theatr Brycheiniog. A razor sharp

drama set in a pub following its landlord and landlady. See advert and article on page 13.

Friday 19th April Good Friday Service - Liturgy of the Day: 2pm. Brecon Cathedral.

See advert on page 10.

Friday 19th April Saturday 20th April Bell Tent Sale: 10am - 4pm. Seren Bach Campsite, Llowes, Nr Hay, HR3 5JA. Refreshments and marshmallow toasting for the kids! All welcome.

Contact: 07968 783325. See advert and article on page 20.

Friday 19th April Monday 22nd April Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt: 10am - 4pm. Croft Castle and Parkland, Yarpole, Leominster HR6 9PW. Once again the Cadbury Bunny has hidden precious Choccy eggs across Britain. Now it’s up to you and your family to find them by joining the Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt! £2.50 per egg hunt. Contact 01568 780246.

Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt: 10am 4pm at Berrington Hall, Leominster HR6 0DW. The Cadbury Bunny has hidden precious choccy eggs.

Now it’s up to you to find them!

Take a map and follow the clues to find them; a delicious treat will be waiting for you at the end. £2.50 per egg hunt. Contact 01568 615721.

Easter Egg Scramble: 10am - 4pm.

Elan Valley Visitor Centre, Rhayader LD6 5HP. An Easter Treasure Hunt for the whole family around the Visitor Centre and Cnwch Wood - work together for your chance to win an Easter Egg! No unaccompanied children please. £1 per child. Contact 01597 810880.

Peter Rabbit Trail: 10.30am - 4pm.

The Weir Garden, Swainshill, Hereford HR4 7QF. The Easter Bunny returns to The Weir this bank

What’s on: during the month / next month holiday, take part in out Peter Rabbit trail and win a delicious prize at the end. £2.50. Contact 01981 590509.

Saturday 20th April Talgarth Festival of the Black Mountains - Easter Duck Race & Easter Hunt: Starts 12 noon with duck race at 2pm. Alongside the River Enig, Talgarth. Contact Sue Lewis 07891 890099. See advert in our School’s Out section.

Family Dance Festival 2019:12 noon, 2pm & 4pm. Theatr Brycheiniog, Canal Wharf, Brecon LD3 7EW. An interactive and entertaining hour of pop-up dance featuring three professional companies from Wales and local youth groups. Welsh Audio Described show 12 noon, English Audio Described show 2pm, Touch Tour starts 15 minutes before the show, BSL interpreted show at 2pm.

Contact 01874 611622.

Easter Eve Service - Paschal Ceremonies and First Mass of the Resurrection: 8pm. Brecon Cathedral. See advert on page 10.

Sunday 21st April Easter Day Services: 8am - Eucharist, 11am - Festal Cathedral Eucharist, 3.30pm Festal Evensong. Brecon Cathedral. See advert on page 10.

A & S Animal Encounters: The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks. Booking required. £4pp. See advert on page 7.

Tuesday 23rd April Sunday 28th April The Marvellous World of MiniBeasts Trail: 10.30am - 4pm. The Weir Garden, Swainshill, Hereford HR4 7QF. It’s a whole other world down there you know; hidden in the grass, the soil, the leaves. £2.50.

Contact 01981 590509.

Three Cocks. Book now £4 per child. See advert on page 7.

Blast Off! Bottle Rockets: 10am 12 noon & 1 - 3pm. Elan Valley Visitor Centre, Rhayader LD6 5HP. Come along to the Visitor Centre to design, manufacture and launch your own rocket. £3 for your rocket materials.

No unaccompanied children. Book in advance. Contact 01597 810880.

The Kelly Sisters - Harp Duo: Theatr Brycheiniog. Harp recital in partnership with The Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama. See advert and article on page 13.

Wednesday 24th April Thursday 25th April Build a Bug Hotel: 11am - 3pm.

Croft Castle and Parkland, Yarpole, Leominster HR6 9PW. Join us in the gardens and have a go at making your very own bug hotel to take home with you. Discover more about wildlife at Croft and how you can care for nature in your own garden. £1. Contact 01568 780246.

Friday 26th April ‘The Girl with Incredibly Long Hair’: 6pm. Theatr Brycheiniog, Canal Wharf, Brecon LD3 7EW. Contact 01874 611622. See advert and article on page 13.

Spring Fashion Show: 7pm.

Maescar Hall, Sennybridge. Featuring clothing and accessories from ‘Evans & Wilkins’ and ‘Dressed to Impress’ (both in Brecon) Tickets £8, to include wine and nibbles available at the door and from Sennybridge Post Office. In aid of St. Michael’s Church, Llanfihangel Nant Bran.

Comedy Club with Adam Hess and Garrett Millerick: Theatr Brycheiniog. See advert and article on page 13.

Canal Wharf, Brecon LD3 7EW. Contact 01874 611622. See advert and article on page 13.

Saturday 27th April Sunday 28th April WonderwoolWales -The Premier Wool & Fibre Festival in Wales: Sat 10am - 5.30pm, Sun 10am 4.30pm. Royal Welsh Showground, Llanelwedd, Builth Wells, LD2 3SY. Tickets £10, under 16s free. Visit www.wonderwoolwales.co.uk.

Blooming Bluebells Crafts: 12 noon - 3pm. Croft Castle and Parkland, Yarpole, Leominster HR6 9PW. Make your very own bluebell to take home with you.

Contact 01568 780246.

Monday 29th April Powys and Brecon WIs Extravaganza of Flower Arranging and Vocal Accompaniment: Plough Chapel, Brecon. Admission £10, includes a drink and light refreshments. Everyone welcome.

For contact details for ticket purchase see article on page 4.

Monday 29th April Sunday 5th May Urban Yoga Retreat: 6 - 7.45am (Mon - Fri), 6 - 9am (Sat & Sun).

The Kitchen Garden, Ty Mawr.

Seven day or optional two day (over the weekend) course.

Contact 07891 267227. For full details see advert in our Health, Beauty & Wellbeing section.

Tuesday 30th April ROH Live - ‘Faust’: Theatr Brycheiniog. See advert and article on page 13.

Friday 3rd May Monday 6th May

Crickhowell Music Festival: Various times and venues. Visit Wednesday 24th April ‘The Girl with Incredibly Long www.crickhowellchoralsociety.org.

Wild Wednesday Workshop: The Hair’: 11am (Cymraeg), 2pm For full details of programme see Please Centre, mention the Local Beacon responding to adverts advert and article on page 22.

Old Railway Line Garden (English).

Theatr when Brycheiniog, Saturday 27th April

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