Local Beacon Issue 77 January 2016

The community magazine for Brecon and surrounding villages

January 2016 • Issue 77

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Hello Happy New Year – welcome to our first issue of 2016.

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

To start off with some good news.

Late 2014 we took on our first Apprentice, a local, young lady, Nicole Williams. Well I’m pleased to announce that Nicole has now cemented her place within the team and I was extremely chuffed to offer her a full time position, starting this month! Nicole will work primarily on the design and layout of the Local Beacon but will also be involved in other projects within Cariads Local Ltd. Well done to Nicole for all her hard work to date.

For the town of Brecon and the surrounding villages Address: Goosepool Cottage Winforton Herefordshire HR3 6EB Telephone: 01544 327716 • 07971 446632 Email: lisamarie@localbeacon.co.uk Website: www.localbeacon.co.uk Local Beacon is published by:

CariAds Local Ltd. can not be held responsible for any inaccuracies in advertisements or articles nor for any consequences arising from this. Opinions expressed by contributors or advertisers are not necessarily those of the publisher.

All artwork used in this publication must not be published in any other media without permission from CariAds Local Ltd.

Are you a keen photographer who has a passion for our local surroundings?

Then our local landscapes photography competition is right for you ...

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Now with some uncertain news. You may have already heard ‘’The Orchard Media and Events Group, the operator of the Brecon Jazz festival since 2012, has announced it is calling time on its running of the famous mid Wales event, based on financial considerations.” This is potential very bad news for businesses in and around Brecon. I have heard the Brecon Town Council have already had an emergency meeting, the local councillors are on it so to speak. So here’s hoping for positive news by our next issue.

Last of all, if you didn’t receive a Local Landscapes 2016 Calendar, don’t panic. They will be on sale in local outlets until the end of January. For us it won’t be long until we are judging the 2017 entries! Oh how time goes when you’re having such fun …

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

Competition: (Winner of December Competition: Jo Jones, Brecon)

For the chance to win one of our 2016 Local Landscape Calendars, please complete the word search on page 23 and send to us by 16th January 2015. The winner will be picked at random.

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We also produce a similar publication for the Talgarth and Hay on Wye area. It’s called Wye Local.

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.

Some of the many topics included in Wye Local, January issue: • Hay Theatre • Thoughts of a greengrocer • Plant of the month ... And much much more.

Just go to www.wyelocal.co.uk and click on the small image of the front cover ...

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News from Chris Davies -Your local MP As I am sure you are aware, recently the House of Commons voted on Britain taking military action against ISIL in Syria. Sending British troops into conflict is the most serious decision any Member of Parliament will ever face and it is not one that I took lightly.

Memories of past conflicts are still fresh in this country’s mind. Afghanistan and Iraq have rightly given us all concerns about engaging in military combat in the middle-east and, in my view, rightly so.Yet we must not let these past experiences prevent us from ever engaging in military action when it is necessary to do so, but we must learn the lessons of past conflicts.

To use Iraq and Afghanistan as a reason not to fight against terrorism is in my opinion the wrong course of action.To shy away from barbarity and radicalisation is to give in to murderous regimes, and suggests to them that there are no consequences for their heinous actions.

These are not the principles that Britain stands for.

Britain’s moral compass points to freedom and equality.

We stand shoulder to shoulder with the rest of the civilised world in opposing those who try to destroy our freedom and destroy equality.That is why we were right to seriously consider taking action against ISIL. That said, I have three tests that must be passed before I vote to take action. First, is action required; second, is action legal and just; and third, have we learned the lessons of past conflicts to ensure that we do not repeat any mistakes from the past.

The first test, I believe is the simplest to answer – yes, action is required. ISIL is a violent and barbaric death cult who murder and pillage their way across the Middle East, and they threaten our security here in Britain.

Action must be taken to rid the world of this evil.

The second test, is action legal and just, can also be answered. Action against ISIL is underscored by the unanimous adoption of UN Security Council resolution 2249, which states that ISIL “constitutes a global and unprecedented threat to international peace and security” and calls for member states to take “all necessary measures” to prevent and suppress terrorist acts committed specifically by ISIL and, crucially, it says that we should “eradicate the safe haven they have established over significant parts of Iraq and Syria”.

Third, have we learned the lessons of past conflicts.

This point has been of great concern to many of my constituents. As I have already mentioned, the outcome of conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq have caused concern for future military intervention in the Middle East.

However, I believe that we have learned a great many lessons from these conflicts. Indeed, the Prime Minister put into the motion the House voted on that we must “underline the importance of planning for post-conflict stabilisation and reconstruction in Syria”. I believe that this shows that the Government has learned the lessons of past conflicts and will ensure that we have an exit strategy and a strategy for stabilisation in the region.

Therefore, my tests are passed – and it was with a heavy heart that I voted for the motion to send our planes into combat. It is never an easy decision to send our brave troops into combat but I do believe that we must act, and now is the time to do so.

While I know this may come as a disappointment to some of you, I feel this decision is about the safety and security of our country, and indeed the wider world.

We have a duty to act in that interest and this is why I voted for the motion in the House of Commons.

If you would like to contact me on this or any other issue, contact 01982 559180 or e-mail chris.davies. mp@parliament.uk. I wish you all well for a merry Christmas and happy new year.

CHRIS DAVIES MP

I hold regular Advice Surgeries throughout the constituency.

If you would like to make an appointment, my contact details are below:

6 Market Street Builth Wells Powys, LD2 3AG

Tel: 01982 559180 email: chris.davies.mp@parliament.uk

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stands. The plot included an inn known as The Three Cocks, named after the heraldic crest of the Williams family of Gwernyfed (shown above). The lane leading to the inn was known as Three Cocks Lane.

Three Cocks Lane, Brecon The 1841 and 1851 censuses of Brecon town record the existence of a Three Cocks Lane off Wheat Street, in the area later occupied by St Michael’s Roman Catholic Church.

But why Three Cocks lane? The answer goes back to 1805 when the Catholics sold their holdings in Watergate (a site now occupied by Watergate Chapel) and acquired a plot of land extending from the corner of Wheat Street, where St Michael’s now

For almost fifty years, the Three Cocks served not only as an inn, but also as a chapel and a residence for the priest. Eventually, Brecon’s Catholics were able to build a proper church on the site of the Three Cocks Inn. A noted Catholic architect, Charles Hansom, was engaged for the purpose. The new church, built in the Gothic style at a cost of £1,000, was opened in 1851.

As memories of the Three Cocks Inn faded, the former Three Cocks Lane became known by its present name: St Michael’s Street. www.blfhs.co.uk © Breconshire Local & Family History Society

local landscapes photography competition Are you a keen photographer who has a passion for our local surroundings?

Then this competition is right for you . . .

1st prize: £50 2nd prize: £25 3rd prize: £10 12 of the images will appear in the 2017 Local Landscapes Calendar

Rules are simple: High resolution images of local landscapes in the Brecon Beacons National Park.

Images need to be A4 landscape.

Closing date: 31st March 2016 Email your entries to lisamarie@cariadslocal.co.uk • Title each photo • Give details of when and where the photo was taken • Include your name, address and contact number

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Brecon Foodbank Brecon Foodbank has now been operating for about 16 months and so far they have helped 358 people. The majority of their clients are single, aged 25 to 64 and unemployed. Benefit changes and delays continue to be common causes of crises, and together with low income, account for the cause of the crisis for the majority of their clients.

Brecon Foodbank is not like a soup kitchen - They’re only open 2 days a week.They give people a balanced diet, for 3 days, of preserved food.These people mostly go to them through referral agencies such as Gwalia, housing or Age Cymru among others. Some just go in and can have an emergency food parcel from them or from some of our agencies who keep one.

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Brecon Foodbank have very limited resources and therefore their aim is to help people in a short term crisis, in the hope that their agency will help them in the long run - be it with debt, illness or benefit problems. They do what they can to discourage dependency but they also don’t turn people away.

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Many think that there are set criteria for receiving a food parcel, but this is not really the case. Brecon Foodbank’s referral agencies usually know the person they give the voucher to and as long as they are convinced that the person is in need, they take their word for it. For example, it is not necessary to be in receipt of benefits to get a food parcel from them.

Brecon Foodbank were offered the chance to move the warehouse, office and distribution centre to the St John’s Centre in Pendre as part of its development into a community centre with a focus on food and healthy eating and living. They moved in mid-October and are settling in. “Space is much more limited, but the environment is much more pleasant - and much warmer for the winter too!” They now open the distribution centre there for clients on Friday mornings from 11 to 1 as well as on Tuesday afternoons, 2.303.30; warehouse and office times remain unchanged on Tuesdays and are now from 10-1 on Fridays.

Brecon Foodbank could still use more volunteers in the distribution centre at Pendre; if you could spare an hour or two to help, please email them for an application form or call in at the Family Centre while they are open on a Friday morning.You do not need to be available every week as we operate a rota system.

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“I know myself how frustrating it is not to have phone calls returned or not to be able to speak to the person you need to, so we put our clients first by making ourselves easily accessible.We give out direct phone numbers and email addresses in order that we can deal with any queries as quickly and efficiently as possible to, hopefully, ease what is already a stressful process. We know that the modern business is not constrained by traditional office hours and 9 to 5 doesn’t always suit business clients.”

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Sinfonia starts with strings Brecknock Sinfonia begins 2016 with a concert of music for strings.The orchestra’s outstanding string section will perform a range of works written over three centuries, some familiar, some hidden treasures awaiting discovery.

The seventeenth and eighteenth centuries are represented by a concerto grosso by Handel, one of Vivaldi’s violin concertos and Purcell’s serene Chaconne.

Puccini’s lyrical gem, Crisantemi, comes from the nineteenth-century romantic tradition and shows that the composer did not just write for operatic voices.

Three more recent English composers give a pastoral flavour to the programme; a minuet from John Ireland’s Downland Suite and Gerald Finzi’s Romance are beautiful miniatures but the Serenade for Strings is Elgar at his best, with rolling melodies and a flavour of melancholy. Any hints of sadness will be swept away by Bela Bartok’s exuberant Romanian Folk Dances, a great favourite with orchestra and audiences alike.

Brecknock Sinfonia performs four concerts a year in Brecon Cathedral and aims to bring the classical orchestral repertoire to the town. The orchestra’s players are mainly music professionals augmented by talented amateurs and are drawn from across South Wales and the Marches. The Friends of Brecknock Sinfonia support the orchestra’s work by fundraising through music-based social events.

For the concert on Saturday January 23rd Michael Bell conducts and Laurence Kempton will lead the orchestra and perform as soloist.Tickets are available on the door at the cathedral, price £12, and children under 16 are free.

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Is the end in sight for buy-to-let?

Chancellor George Osborne landed buy-to-let landlords another shock in his Autumn Statement by announcing a 3 per cent stamp duty surcharge on property purchases from 1 April 2016.

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of tax – currently 20 per cent. Mortgage interest relief is estimated to cost the Government a hefty £6.3billion a year and is seen as a soft target for increasing tax revenues.

The combination of the stamp duty hike, restriction on mortgage interest tax relief and the proposed removal of the 10 per cent “wear and tear” allowance will undoubtedly reduce the appeal of buy-to-let. With interest rate rises on the horizon many landlords where their profit margins are already tight may be forced to sell up or reduce the size of their portfolios.

The old maxim of property investment being “as safe as houses” could become incongruous – only time will tell.

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Maintaining local culture in our part of At Trallong Eisteddfod, which was held last Saturday in Sennybridge Primary School, the awards for competitors who, in the opinion of the adjudicators, have the most potential were won

by Cadi Thomas of Cray and Rose Graham of Llangattock. Cadi won the Mrs. Mary Price trophy in the local section and Rose won the miniature chair made and given by Mr. Alec Tompkins in the open section. The children’s classes were well supported and the standard was very high. It was pleasing to have eight competitors in the recitation competition for primary school age children who live within an eight mile radius of Trallong.

“Our thanks go to Mrs Gwyneth Williams and the teachers at Sennybridge school for preparing the children for the competitions, including the new competition for a recitation party.”

The evening session was again outstanding. John Davies of Llandybie won the champion solo competition -this was the tenth time for John to win

this competition since 1989.

Aberhonddu Male Voice choir won the choir competition and Sennybridge YFC won the hymn tune par ty competition. “We are very grateful to the conductors and choristers for their continued suppor t.”

The adjudicators, who gave helpful advice and constructive criticism to every competitor were Mr. Aled Hopton of Cardiff, who adjudicated the musical items; Mrs Bronwen Morgan of Tregaron who adjudicated the recitation and senior literary items and Miss Bethan Price of Heol Senni who adjudicated the junior art and literature classes.

The talented accompanists for the day were Miss Bethan Rees of Knighton and Mr. Gareth Wyn Thomas of Capel Hendre. Conductors Mrs. Mary Hodges of Llanfihangel-Nant-Bran, Mrs. Annette Thomas and Mrs Rhian Dillon (both of Brecon) and Mr. Hywel Phillips of Sennybridge ensured the smooth running of the event.

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rt of Powys - Trallong Eisteddfod The President for the afternoon session was Miss Kathryn Price, headmistress of Sennybridge school. The evening President was our Member of Parliament, Mr. Chris Davies. Both gave thoughtprovoking addresses and generous donations.

“Thanks are also due to Eirlys for preparing and serving refreshments throughout the day. We are also indebted to Gwyneth, Eiddwen, David, Gethin and Julie who acted as door stewards.”

“Grateful thanks go to our loyal competitors and patrons who support us each year. At the end of the evening, Mrs. Marilyn Jones, chairman of the committee proposed an omnibus vote of thanks to everyone who had contributed in any way towards the success of this year’s eisteddfod.”

Trallong Eisteddfod committee would also like to extend their thanks to their wonderful band of helpers who cook Welsh cakes over the Brecon Jazz weekend when the bulk of the money needed to run the eisteddfod is raised. “Without the money

raised in this way we would be unable to continue to stage this eisteddfod - so important in maintaining local culture in our part of Powys.”

Winners in the various competitions were the following: Emrys Evans, Cadi Thomas, Caitlin Jones, Elan Mabbitt, Ioan Mabbitt, Carys Rees, Rose Graham, Eluned Coleman, Sophie Jones, Martha Powell, Poppy Jones, Sean Evans, Eva Lornie, Abi Davies, Glesni Powell, Isaac Powell, Teleri Haf Thomas, Anne Watkins, Glasnant Morgan, Aberhonddu Male Voice, John Davies, Gwladys Davies, John Davies & Jennifer Parry, Sennybridge YFC, David Price, Jennifer DrewParry, Andrew Jenkins, Mary B. Morgan, Carol Raison, Lynne Jones, Helen Gichard, Graham Rees, Margaret Blake and Carol Raison.

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Chris Davies MP supports Small Business Saturday On Saturday, December 5, 2015, Chris Davies MP showed his support for small local business by attending Small Business Saturday in the market town of Brecon. He joined with local businesses to encourage retailers to reinstate the Brecon Chamber of Trade, which will support local business owners in Brecon in their fight to save the High Street.

Chris was accompanied by the regional Conservative Assembly candidate for Mid & West Wales, Aled Davies. Chris and Aled consulted with retailers about various issues that affect small businesses in Brecon & Radnorshire. Issues raised included parking charges, business rates and lack of regeneration within the town. All of these are contributing factors in the number of vacant shops in Brecon and need to be addressed by the National Park Authority, Powys County Council and the Welsh Government. Chris has pledged to work alongside shopkeepers and elected representatives in order to deal with the highlighted issues and build Brecon back up to the thriving community that it once was, and does indeed deserve to be.

Chris Davies MP with Martin Like, from Likeys (centre) and Aled Davies, Conservative Regional Assembly Candidate for Mid and West Wales (right).

Chris said: “It is always a pleasure for me to visit and support our excellent small businesses. Small Business Saturday is a wonderful opportunity to showcase the breadth of our small local businesses.

I am proud to play my part in the event. However, after listening to small business owners in the town, there are major concerns over the way that Brecon Beacons National Park Authority, Powys County Council and the Welsh Government seem to portray an anti-business approach, and I will be doing all I can to support the people of Brecon in regenerating the High Street.

I am also encouraged by the call for a reinstatement of the Brecon Chamber of Trade, and I wholeheartedly support this. I want to see our area continue to thrive and will do everything I can, both in and outside of Parliament, to promote our area and its wonderful small businesses.”

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The Perry family has been repairing roofs in this area for over 45 years (three generations): • Traditional built up high tensile felting systems, fibre glass, single ply, liquid coatings, slating & tiling with manufacturers’ backed guarantees ranging from 10-25 years; • UPVC fascias and guttering – with 10 year guarantee.

Your property deserves the best so, for a free survey and estimate tel: 0500 130852 www.centralroofing.co.uk

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Get to really know... Lesley Walker Lesley was brought up in North Wales, and went to school in Wrexham. She trained at the Hammond School of Dance, Chester. She moved to Brecon in 1971 and started Ribbons Ballet School in 1995.

Place of birth? Prestatyn.

Name one regret you have: Not making it as a professional dancer.

Name one thing you miss about being a kid: Energy!

Name one thing you love about being an adult: Not answering to anyone else.

Where do you live now? Brecon.

Marital status? Divorced.

What’s your favourite song of the moment? Take me to Church by Hosier.

Occupation? Dance Teacher.

Children? Three all grown up and 3 grandchildren.

Pets? A tortoise called Herman.

What was your favourite childhood television programme? Take Hart.

Are you a collector of anything? Teddy Bears.

If you could be any animal, what would you be and why? A cat - they do what they like, when they like!

If you could have any superpower, what would it be? Teleportation.

What is usually your first thought when you wake up? What day is it?

What’s your favourite song of all time? Romeo and Juliet - Dire Straits.

What’s your favourite thing to do on a Saturday night? Dinner and Theatre.

What’s your favourite thing to do on a Sunday afternoon? Relax with the paper and crosswords.

Have any hidden talents? If I have they’re hidden!

What would be your dream job? Food critic.

If you HAD to change your name, what would you change it to? Lesley Clooney!

What do you usually think about right before falling asleep? Nothing - I just crash!

Do you believe in ghosts? Yes. Two lessons life has taught you? Try to be patient and consider others.

What makes you grumpy? Lack of sleep.

Teenage crush? Paul McCartney.

You’re given one million pounds, what do you spend it on? Buying premises for my dance school, my family and charities.

Have any bad habits? Of course, doesn’t everyone?

Which bad habits drive you crazy? Rudeness & lateness.

Do you believe in the afterlife? Yes. What book would you recommend to others?

Lady of Hay by Barbara Erskine.

Best present ever received? Weekend in Paris with my family.

List one thing you wish you could change about yourself: My age.

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

Lesley Walker RADRTS, AIDTA

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GLANUSK SERVICES Sennybridge YOUR ONE STOP SHOP Situated on the main A40 between Brecon & Llandovery Visit our welcoming Café Which serves all day breakfasts, Home made Main meals, Puddings, Cakes, & freshly ground coffee Always check our specials board Over 60’s special – Every Tuesday

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We are an authorised BSL supplier and pride ourselves on selling premium quality wood chip, kiln-dried and seasoned firewood with excellent customer service, which is at the heart of our business.

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK TAKE-AWAY AVAILABLE FREE WI-FI CONNECTION Also on site, LONDIS SHOP with

Our product is of the highest quality and comprises mixed kiln-dried and seasoned hardwood, typically Oak, Ash, Beech and Sycamore. We also offer kiln-dried and seasoned softwood such as Larch, Spruce and Douglas Fir. We undertake all aspects of timber work such as wood processing, timber felling and hedge cutting.

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HEATING OIL AND RED DIESEL ON THE PUMP Deliveries available 100ltr minimum

Key & UK Fuel cards accepted 01874 636267 Equestrian, safety and wet weather gear available At Sennybridge Trading Co. Defynnog Road Sennybridge Stockist of Hoggs of Fife country wear 01874 636497

Contact Ioan at Wye Valley Firewood on 07789 256 510 or 01874 754 517 ioan@wyevalleyfirewood.co.uk www.wyevalleyfirewood.co.uk We offer a free delivery service 7 days a week within our local area. A charge will be made for deliveries outside of the local area.

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New Year – get crafty with the little ones: Make a Time Capsule!

This is an idea which makes a super family project and tradition! Get the kids to make a “time capsule” for the year ahead, and fill it, together, as the year goes on - with photos, ticket stubs, copies of certificates won, birthday cards, writing samples, and anything else with meaning to your family. At the end of the year store it away safely and make a new time capsule for the year ahead. You will have a memory-filled container for each year which you will all treasure in the future.

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Make a memory box at the beginning of a New Year. It is a great way for children to think about what they have done and achieved over the previous year, and makes a super memory to pull out once a year and enjoy as a family. Use an old shoe box and craft it up!

snapshot of what was important to them at this age, but a record of the size of their hand, too ... precious!

Savings Jar It is quick and easy for kids to make their ver y own savings jar craft - great for encouraging them to save up during the year!

For bigger ones use an old glass jar. For smaller ones you may want to use a container.

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A * Star Plumbing For all your Plumbing and Tiling requirements Specialising in complete bathroom installation Adam Reed ~ 7 Tai Canol Llangorse

Tel: 07770 996568

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Sporting Events I Nightclubs Airport runs

new Builds, extensions & conversions Refurbishments & renovations

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Protecting wildlife for the future

Wild in January

It is a charming flower when examined closely in shape, colour and texture and nothing like a true Nettle flower.

Indeed, a subspecies of the Common Nettle with no sting at all is not uncommon in Brecknock, clumps of which occur on the edge of several of our woodlands.

Look in summer for tall plants with flowers, if at all, only near the top of the stem and distinctively-shaped leaves – but only test the lack of sting if you are sure!

There will be a Winter Bird Watch at Llangors Lake starting at Ty Mawr Farm, Llangasty on Sunday 10th. ÂŁ5 per adult. Children free. Numbers are limited and booking is essential by phone or email. 9.30am-12.30.

Lamium album An overlooked flower that can be found at any time of year is White Dead-nettle. The picture was taken in mid-January. An old name for this was Adam-and-Evein-the-Bower, probably referring to the two black and gold stamens when the flower is viewed upside-down.

There will be work parties for woodland management at BWT Pwll-y-Wrach nature reserve, on the 12th and 19th. Then there is a chance to learn hedgelaying at BWT Trewalkin Meadow nature reserve, near Pengenffordd on the 26th.

See bit.ly/bwtevents for more information.

John Crellin

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Recipe: Spiced Red Lentil Soup Recipe from:Tower Cafe at St Mary’s Church, Brecon.

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Jokes of the month by father & son (Colan & James Badham) A 3 years old boy sits near a pregnant woman. Boy: Why do you look so fat? Pregnant woman: I have a baby inside me. Boy: Is it a good baby? Pregnant woman: Yes, it is a very good baby. Boy: Then why did you eat it?!

Dad: “Can I see your report card, son?” Son: “I don’t have it.” Dad: “Why?” Son: “I gave it to my friend. He wanted to scare his parents.”

Wife: “I look fat. Can you give me a compliment?”

Husband: “You have perfect eyesight.”

JW’S MINI SKIPS & PLANT HIRE

Micro & Mini Diggers Dumpers • Rollers Wacker Plates Generators Repairs Van Hire • Chippers Cherry Pickers • Water Pumps Stump Grinders

T: 01497 847355 M: 07785 735126

Tel: 01497 820022 www.psmoutdoors.co.uk

Get Out, Get Active, Get Fit for 2015 2016

Snow Grippers for shoes and boots, Hi-Viz Clothing for running & cycling Pedometers and Walking Poles

“Helping you achive your New Year goals”

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COACH HOUSE INTERIORS January Sale

Thursday 7th–Saturday 30th January

Sale offers:

Up to 50% off roll stock.

Up to 20% off selected pattern books.

Up to 20% off all fancy goods.

Half price lining and interlining on all curtains and roman blinds made by us, when accepting an estimate from us between 7th January and 30th January.

Buy a whole roll of stock fabric and receive 50% off lining and interlining.

Open Monday to Friday 10am-5pm Saturday 10am-4pm www.coachhouse-interiors.com The Coach House, Brobury House, Bredwardine, HR3 6BS Tel: 01981 500 777

Call: 01874 690417

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For all your pest requirements Residential or Commercial

HOUSES CLEARED AND CLEANED AFTER UNTIDY TENNENTS AND MUCH MORE

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Local Landscapes 2016 Calendar Didn’t get one for Christmas? Don’t despair we’ll have them on sale until the end of January ‘16 An amazing array of scenes are included, locations such as Black Mountains, Elidir Trail, Llangorse Lake and Talybont Reservoir to name just a few. This year we even include the Wellington Bomber Memorial. All images are within the Brecon Beacons National Park.

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TALGARTH: Bakers’ Table; Talgarth TIRC; Talgarth Stores.

IN BETWEEN: Old Railway Line; Boughrood Stores; Clyro Stores; Talybont Stores; Llyswen Garage; Hawthorns, Builth Wells.

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BRECON Poets:

THE PRICELESS TROUT

JAN PRICE This month’s poem is a ‘true story’ by Jan Price who is Poet on Tour with the Welsh arts council giving reading to schools, prisons, hospitals, clubs, WIs and various gatherings. Jan has been on TV with Bernard Manning and Joe Brown and also BBC Wales radio.

[Contact number for a reading 01443 479919]

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.

I cooked the fish for dinner my husband brought it here he had caught it up in Brecon with all his fishing gear.

The rod, the reel, the hooks and bait a knapsack for his back waders, boots and other stuff a special sort of mac.

The hat cost quite a bit as well and glasses for the sun he had really spent a fortune when all is said and done.

And of course there is the licence and permit for the river when I think of what he is spending it makes my poor heart shiver.

But I cooked the fish for dinner and my husband said to me isn`t it really wonderful to have this meal for FREE!!!!!!!!

local landscapes photography competition Are you a keen photographer who has a passion for our local surroundings?

Then this competition is right for you . . .

1st prize: £50 2nd prize: £25 3rd prize: £10 12 of the images will appear in the 2017 Local Landscapes Calendar

Rules are simple: High resolution images of local landscapes in the Brecon Beacons National Park.

Images need to be A4 landscape.

Closing date: 31st March 2016 Email your entries to lisamarie@cariadslocal.co.uk • Title each photo • Give details of when and where the photo was taken • Include your name, address and contact number

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What’s on: during the week MONDAY Badminton: 10am - 12noon.

Brecon Leisure Centre. Friendly group. (term-time only). All ages & abilities welcome. Equipment provided. £2.50 per session.

Contact Gen Tyler 01874 690460.

Sewing Group: 1 – 3pm.

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

Playford Style Dancing (English Country Dancing): 2.30 – 4pm.

The Subud Hall, Nr Watton Villa, Brecon. Contact Peter Brock 01874 622889.

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

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

Brecon Athletics Club: 6 – 8pm.

Brecon Leisure Centre. Contact Kath Crane 01874 623677.

Take pART – Veronica Gibson teaches painting: 6 – 8pm. Unit 28 Ffrwdgrech Industrial Estate, Brecon.

Contact 01874 610643 / 610825.

Brecon Bridge Club: 6.45pm.

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

Contact Chris Forbes 01874 622158.

Wolfpack Freestyle Kickboxing Club: 7 - 8pm. Harley’s Bar, Brecon. Suitable for adults & children aged 6+. £2.50 per lesson (1st lesson free). Contact 07739 474327.

10+ who wants to sing is most welcome. £5 per session. Contact Tanya Walker 07723 016837.

Charity Cash Bingo: 7.30pm.

The Gremlin Hotel, Brecon.

Brecon Rotary Club: 7.30pm.

The Castle Hotel, Brecon. New members welcome. Contact 01874 636390.

Brecon Bellringers: 7.30 - 9pm.

Brecon Cathedral (1st & 3rd), St Mary’s Church (2nd & 4th).

Come and see what we do and have a go. All welcome. Contact Paul Johnson 01874 658670.

TUESDAY Crick Howlers: 10am. The Parish Hall, Church Lane, Crickhowell.

The Crick Howlers are a natural voice 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.

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

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

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.

Free help with NHS hearingaids: (1st Tuesday of the month) 2 – 4pm. St Mary’s, Brecon.

Contact 02920 333034.

& enhance the skills of young people in relation to performing arts & multimedia theatre. Ages 7+.

Contact 07846 446268.

Brecon Tennis Club: 5.30 – 7.30pm at Brecon Leisure Centre.

Free to members, £2 to nonmembers. All levels welcome.

Contact Bryan 07817 002318.

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

Samba Brecon: 6 – 8pm. A lively, friendly community percussion band who play Afro-Brazilian rhythms. New members are always welcome. No previous experience needed. 1st taster session is free. £4 per session.

Contact Glenn 07971 398727 / Catherine 01874 625422.

Slimming World: 6.30pm. Bishop Bevan Hall, Lion St., Brecon.

Contact Joan 01873 812053.

Gwernyfed Hockey Club – Training: 7 – 8pm Brecon Leisure Centre’s Astro. All abilities welcome. Contact Nicola Drew 07812 691345.

Scottish Dancing: 7 – 9.30pm.

Subud Hall, nr.Watton Villa, Brecon.

Beginners welcome. Contact Peter Brock 01874 622889.

Brecon Youth Club: (Term time) 7 – 9.30pm. Brecon Youth Ctr., Cradoc Rd., Brecon. Activities: Arts & crafts, cookery, pool, dance, air hockey, darts, music room, IT suite. Age Group: 11 – 25. Contact Rhodri Jones 01874 622658.

Shukokan Karate: 7.15 – 8pm beginners, 8 – 9pm intermediates, Alive & Kickin’ Community DAI y Bannau: 4pm. Theatre 9 – 10pm seniors & adults.

Choir: 7 – 9pm. The Old Brycheiniog, Brecon. A Multimedia Brecon Leisure Centre. Contact Please mention Local Beacon when responding adverts Museum, Brecon. Everyone aged the Theatre group that aims to develop PaultoJones 01874 623677.

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What’s on: during the week Table Tennis Social Club: 7.30pm.

Trallong Church Hall. Beginners, enthusiasts & veterans welcome.

Contact Trevor Lee 01874 638995.

Brecon Basketball Club: 8 – 9pm.

Brecon Leisure Centre. Contact Roger Norris 01874 623677.

WEDNESDAY AberhondduAngels (A youngWI group): (First Weds of the month) WI Office, Lion St., Brecon.

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Stitch Together: (Every 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month): 10am – 5pm. The Muse, Brecon. Everyone welcome. A Community Sewing group – knitting, dressmaking, crocheting, up cycling material, sharing ideas, conversation, tea, coffee & cake as well as a chance to sew, knit & chat in a friendly environment.

Contact Charlie 07967343619.

Trallong Art and Craft Group: (Every 2nd & 4th Wednesday each month) 10.30am – 12.30pm. Trallong Hall. A quiet, light space to paint, sew, or whatever you enjoy. All welcome.

Please bring your own materials.

Free taster session. Contact Joy 01874 636125.

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

“Looking Good in the Walled Garden” – A Walk around the Walled Garden: 2pm & 3pm.

The Walled Garden, Treberfydd.

A walk to see & discuss what is looking good & what we are doing next, followed by tea & cake. Contact 01874 730169.

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.

Brecon Women in Business: (1st Wednesday of the month) 5.30pm at The George Hotel, Brecon. Contact Johanna 01874 625994 or Janet 01874 611467.

Brecon Business Club: (2nd Wednesday of each month) 6pm. The Clarence Inn, Brecon.

The meetings give opportunity to network with each other and “showcase” their businesses.

Key note speakers are invited to share their expertise. Contact www.breconbusinessclub.org.

Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Stretch & Release”: 6 – 7.30pm. £7 or £35 for a six week course.

The Well-Being Centre, St Mary’s Street, Brecon. Contact 01874 625358.

Slimming World: 6.30pm.

Glangrwyney Village Hall, Crickhowell Rd. Contact Joan 01873 812053.

The Alternative Business Club: (Alternate Weds) 7pm. The White House Inn, Sennybridge.

Meet & chat with people who are like minded & interested in helping other people & their businesses by networking. £5

each session, 1st meeting is free.

Contact 01874 636986.

Gwent & Powys Army Cadet 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.

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.

The Brecon Singers – Rehearsals: (Term time only): 7.30 – 9.30pm. Neuadd Goffa, Christ College Brecon. We shall be rehearsing Faure’s Requiem and Ahoy! Sing for the Mary Rose! by Alexander le Strange.

Visit www.breconsingers.com.

Contact 01874 658332.

Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Meditation”: 7.45 – 8.15pm.

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

Brecon Racketeers (badminton): 8 – 10pm. Brecon Leisure Centre. Contact 01874 623677.

THURSDAY Probus Club of Brecon: 10am.

The Castle of Brecon Hotel.

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

Brecon U3A: (Term time only) Morning session 10.30am.

After-noon sessions at 1.15pm & 2.30pm, each 1 hour.

What’s on: during the week / month Studio, Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon.

Coffee available from 10am. Lectures on any one of a wide variety of topics.Contact 01874 610340.

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.

Slimming World: 5pm & 7pm.

St David’s Hall, Bailihelig Rd, Llanfaes, Brecon.

Contact Shelley 01874 622846 / 07980 259638.

Football for Girls: 5.30 – 6.15pm (Years 1, 2, 3). 6.15 – 7pm (Years 4, 5, 6, 7) at Brecon Leisure Centre. Ages 5 – 12. Contact 07854 012841 / 07836 501925.

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

Ladies Bowling: 6pm. (Until Sept). Brecon Bowling Club.

All ages & abilities welcome, equipment is available. Flat soled shoes must be worn. Lady Coaches, CRB checked. Adults £2. Contact 07813 523579 / 01874 624126.

Gwernyfed Ladies Rugby Training: 6pm (U15’s girls), 6.30pm (U18’s), 6.45 (Ladies).

Gwernyfed Rugby Club, Talgarth.

Fun, challenging & exciting.

Delyth Thomas 07891 371458.

Cradoc Road. Age Group: 11-25.

Contact 01874 622658.

Short Mat Bowls: 7pm. Trallong Hall. Come & join a small, friendly group playing Short Mat Bowls on an informal basis. Contact 01874 636125.

Wolfpack Freestyle Kickboxing Club: 7 - 8pm. Harley’s Bars, Bell Lane, Brecon. Suitable for adults & children aged 6+. £2.50 a lesson (1st lesson free). Contact 07739 474327.

Club Night: 7.30pm. The Globe at Hay. Home to a rich variety of groups & societies. Contact 01497 821762.

Brecon & Glanusk Explorer Scouts: (Term time) 7.45 – 9pm. We provide scouting for 14 – 18 yrs, meeting either Crickhowell / Brecon. A friendly group. Get a flavour of what we do by visiting our website www.breconexplorers.co.uk.

FRIDAY Brecon Country Market: 8.30am - 1.30pm. Brecon Market Hall. Everything we sell is homemade or home-produced. Free tasting with a cup of coffee or tea on the first Friday of the month. Come & enjoy a cuppa & piece of cake for FREE on production of this advert.

Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Stretch & Release”: 6.30 – 8pm.

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

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.

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

Art group for the over 60s’: 2 – 4pm. The Youth Centre, Cradoc Rd, Brecon. Any level or

ability. Any medium. Professional tutor. Contact 01874 610415 or 01874 623937.

Brecon Bouncers: 4.15 – 5.45pm. Brecon Leisure Centre.

Trampoline activities. Contact 01874 623677.

Social Bowling: 6pm. (present – Sept). Brecon Bowling Club. All ages, gender & abilities welcome, equipment available. Flat soled shoes must be worn. Coaches available, CRB checked. Adults £2, Juniors 60p. Contact 07813 523579 or 01874 624126.

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

The Three Horseshoes, Llanfaes.

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

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

Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Yoga for Pregnancy”: 12noon - 1pm.

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

Breconshire Local & Family History Society – Assistance on Family History Research: (3rd Sat in the month) Mornings.

Brecon Library. Just drop in for one-to-one advice.

DURING THE MONTH Friday 1st January Brecon Outdoor Group – New Year Walk: 11am – 4pm. The Usk Reservoir. 6 miles easy walk

What’s on: during the month along easy tracks around the reservoir. Contact Alan 01874 611628 or 07969 986154, Andy 01874 713155, or Rachel 07790 594485.

Monday 4th January Brecon Film Society presents: “Timbuktu” (PG): 7.15 for 7.30pm. Coliseum Cinema, Brecon. A cattle herder and his family who reside in the dunes of Timbuktu find their quiet lives -- which are typically free of the Jihadists determined to control their faith -- abruptly disturbed.

Non-members welcome. £6 admission. Contact Judith Fitton 01874 623166.

01874 713155, or Rachel 07790 594485.

Local Group Plant Society Perennials”: Village Hall Kingsbury.

of The Hardy - “Wild about 2pm. Glasbury Talk by Noel

Sunday 10th January Brecknock Wildlife Trust Winter Bird Watch: 9.30am – 12.30pm. Llangors Lake starting at Ty Mawr Farm, Llangasty £5 per adult. Children free.

Numbers are limited and booking is essential by phone or email. Visit bit.ly/bwtevents. See article on page 25.

Brecon Outdoor Group – Walk: 10am – 12noon. Felinfach.

2.6 miles easy walking with a few hills. Contact Alan 01874 611628 or 07969 986154, Andy 01874 713155, or Rachel 07790 594485.

Dinefwr Poetry Discussion Group – Theme: “Nature”: 2.30pm. YMCA rooms, Market Square, Llandovery. The newly formed group welcomes those interested in reading and discussing their poems and those of others. Contact Patrick 01550 740277 or Mick 01550 777656.

Friday 8th January

Tuesday 12th January

Brecon Outdoor Group – Meal: Time and venue TBA. Contact Alan 01874 611628 or 07969 986154, Andy 01874 713155, or Rachel 07790 594485.

Brecknock Wildlife Trust - Work Party – Woodland Management: Pwlly-Wrach Nature Reserve.

Visit bit.ly/bwtevents. See article on page 25.

Wednesday 6th January

Saturday 9th January Brecknock Farmers Market: 9.30am – 2pm. Brecon Market Hall. Contact 07926 196714.Visit www.brecknockfarmersmarket. co.uk. See advert on page 22.

Brecon Outdoor Group – Walk: 1 – 4pm. Talybont. 4 miles via canal path, country lanes and fields. Some hills but mostly easy going – includes a pub visit. Contact Alan 01874 611628 or 07969 986154, Andy

What the Dickens?: Some presentations from the works of the 19th century’s (second?) greatest novelist by that celebrated Dickensian Lloyd Lee. Intermittently from 7.30pm.

The Three Horseshoes, Llanfaes.

Contact John Harries 01874 622874 or Mike Douse at MJDouse@gmail.com.

Brecon Jazz Club presents: “Donnie Joe’s American Swing Quintet ”: 8pm. Theatr

Brycheiniog, Brecon LD3 7EW. Feel-good sounds of favourites from 1940’s jazz era. Donnie Joe Sweeney (guitar, vocals), Heulwen Thomas (violin), Gareth Hall (keyboard), AshleyJohn Long (double bass), Greg Evans (drums). £7 on the door. Contact Box office 01874 611622 or e-mail info@ breconjazzclub.org.

Wednesday 13th January Brecon Outdoor Group – Cinema TBA: Contact Alan 01874 611628 or 07969 986154, Andy 01874 713155, or Rachel 07790 594485.

Friday 15th January Llandovery Folk Dancing Twmpath with Rattlin’ Bog Live Band: 7.30pm. Llanwrda Hall, SA19 8AD. £7/£5 Night Out funded. Please bring a plate of food to share. Raffle prizes always welcomed. Visit www. llandover yfolkdancing.co.uk.

Contact Jean 01550 720483.

Saturday 16th January Brecon Outdoor Group – Walk: 1 – 4pm. Aberyscir. 5.5 mile walk via country lanes. One steep hill. Contact Alan 01874 611628 or 07969 986154, Andy 01874 713155, or Rachel 07790 594485.

Tuesday 19th January Brecknock Wildlife Trust - Work Party – Woodland Management: Pwlly-Wrach Nature Reserve.

Visit bit.ly/bwtevents. See article on page 25.

Brecon Outdoor Group – Walk: 10am – 12noon. Bwlch. Contact Alan 01874 611628 or 07969

What’s on: during the month / next month 986154, Andy 01874 713155, or Rachel 07790 594485.

Friday 22nd January Brecon Outdoor Group – Meal: Time and venue TBA. Contact Alan 01874 611628 or 07969 986154, Andy 01874 713155, or Rachel 07790 594485.

Saturday 23rd January Brecon Outdoor Group – Outing to Gigrin Farm, Rhayader: 10am – 5pm. Visit to the farm to watch the feeding of Red Kites and a walk. Contact Alan 01874 611628 or 07969 986154, Andy 01874 713155, or Rachel 07790 594485.

Brecknock Sinfonia presents: “Music for Strings”: 7.30pm.

Brecon Cathedral. A varied programme of music by composers from the 17th to 20th centuries. Conductor: Michael Bell. Handel: Concerto Grosso Op.6 No. 9, Purcell: Chaconne, Vivaldi: Violin Concerto Op.3 No.11, Ireland: Downland Suite, Minuet, Puccini: Crisantemi, Finzi: Romance, Bartock: Romanian Folk Dances, Elgar: Serenade for Strings in E Minor Op.20. Tickets £12 (under 16s free). Visit www. brecknocksinfonia.co.uk.

See advert and article on page 9.

Sunday 24th January Dinefwr Poetry Discussion Group – Theme: “Artifice”: 2.30pm. YMCA rooms, Market Square, Llandovery. The newly formed group welcomes those interested in reading and discussing their poems and those of others. Contact Patrick 01550 740277 or Mick 01550 777656.

Tuesday 26th January

Monday 1st February

Brecknock Wildlife Trust – Opportunity to learn hedgelayin: BWT Trewalkin Meadow Nature Reserve, near Pengenffordd. Visit bit.ly/bwtevents. See article on page 25.

Brecon Film Society presents:

Brecon Political and Theological Discussion Group: Presentation and discussion on International Development Aid: 7.30pm. The Three Horseshoes, Llanfaes. Led

by Mike Douse, senior advisor to the European Commission on its international education programmes (and also BPTDG convenor). All invited. Contact John Harries 01874 622874 or Mike Douse at MJDouse@gmail.com.

Wednesday 27th January Brecon Outdoor Group – Cinema TBA: Contact Alan 01874 611628 or 07969 986154, Andy 01874 713155, or Rachel 07790 594485.

Brecon Poetry Group: 7.30pm.

The Three Horseshoes, Llanfaes.

Come along and – if you wish – read your recent poems. Contact John Harries 01874 622874.

Thursday 28th January Brecon Outdoor Group – Walk: 10am – 12noon. Christ College, Brecon. 3 miles easy walk along river and back through woods.

Contact Alan 01874 611628 or 07969 986154, Andy 01874 713155, or Rachel 07790 594485.

Friday 29th January Pub Quiz: 7.30pm. The Three Horseshoes, Llanfaes. In support of the Brecon Volunteer Bureau – entry fee £1 per person. All invited. Contact John Harries 01874 622874.

“The Lobster”: (15). 7.15 for 7.30pm.

Coliseum

Cinema,

Brecon. In a dystopian near future, single people, according to the laws of The City, are taken to The Hotel, where they are obliged to find a romantic partner in forty-five days or are transformed into beasts and sent off into The Woods.

Non-members

welcome. £6

admission. Contact Judith Fitton 01874 623166.

Friday 19th February Llandovery Folk Dancing – International Circle Dancing with Chris Yemm: 7.30 – 10.30pm. Rhys Prichard Hall, SA20 0DD. £5 to include refreshments

Raffle

prizes

always welcomed. Visit www. llandover yfolkdancing.co.uk.

Contact Jean 01550 720483.

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