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June 2019 • Issue 152 The community magazine covering Hay, Talgarth and the surrounding villages
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Hello The community magazine encouraging local residents to use what’s on their doorstep Brilley Brilley •• Bronllys Bronllys •• Bronydd Bronydd •• Clifford Clifford •• Clyro Clyro Cusop Eardisley Erwood • • • Cusop • Eardisley • Erwood • Glasbury Glasbury •• Hay Hay Letton Letton •• Llandefalle Llandefalle •• Llanigon Llanigon •• Llowes Llowes •• Llyswen Llyswen Pengenfford Pengenfford •• Pontithel Pontithel •• Talgarth Talgarth •• Three Three Cocks Cocks Trefecca Velindre Whitney Winforton • • • Trefecca • Velindre • Whitney • Winforton Address: Address:• Winforton Goosepool Cottage Goosepool Cottage • Winforton Herefordshire • HR3 6EB Herefordshire • HR3 6EB Telephone: 01544 327716 • 07971 446632 Email: lisamarie@wyelocal.co.uk Email: lisamarie@wyelocal.co.uk Website: www.wyelocal.co.uk Website: www.wyelocal.co.uk Wye Local is published by:
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Welcome to our June issue. As we hit the print button, I’lll be doing a little celebratory dance in the office: we’ve completed 12 issues of the Local Ludlow. To report, it’s going extremely well. Ludlow has a lovely feel to it, very community-minded and lots going on. New advertisers join us in Wye Local this month: Eardisley Storage, page 2. Glamping Wales, wedding and event bell tent hire, page 2. Jennings Gas Services, page 2. Sole Trader, no nonsense bookkeeping, page 2. Wye Oak, page 5. Hay Foot Care, page 11. Please do show them your support. This year’s Local Landscapes Photography Competition results are announced on page 19. Four judges had mixed opinions, but thankfully we were able to come to an agreement. A spectacular 2020 Calendar has now been produced, and is currently being stocked in local outlets for visitors to our area to buy and enjoy. Last month I attended a printmaking workshop at the Sidney Nolan Trust, Presteigne. Read all about it on page 20.
“We at Hay Vets like to change our adverts frequently to show offers, clinics and products that we have available. It is so easy to update and upload in PDF format with Wye Local magazine. The whole process of advertising with them is simple and results in a professional finish in a lovely, local publication.”
Clare has sourced a great line-up of events for you, some right on our doorstep, some a little further afield. But one thing is for sure, there’s plenty of choice. See our events feature starting on page 24.
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And Hay Castle Trust are offering a unique opportunity for someone local, see page 34. Enjoy, Photo: Lisa Marie, Cariad and Otis Badham.
Competition May competition: Winner of November competition: Lynn Keylock, Glasbury Jane Keary, Cusop Dingle
This month’s prize up for grabs... A £10 Hay Voucher goes to the winner winner of thisWordsearch month’s wordsearch competition getwinner to enjoywill lunch two to ofThethis month’s competition. The will lucky beforable spend their voucher anyClyro. of the great local shops and businesses that at The Baskerville Arms in Hotel, Please complete the wordsearch on page 55 accept complete the will word searchatonrandom. page 64 and and sendHay it toVouchers. us by 16thPlease June 2019. The winner be picked send to us by 16 December 2015.
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HIGHLIGHTS
We also produce a similar publication for the town of Brecon and the surrounding villages – Local Beacon. 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 Local Beacon 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 Local Beacon, June issue: • Get to really know... Lara Jenkins, Brecon Car Sales • Crickhowell Open Gardens • June at Theatr Brycheiniog! • Powys Gardens Open for Charity. Just go to www.cariadslocal.co.uk and click on the small image of the front cover...
Wedding & Event Bell Tent Hire Packages to suit all budgets 2019 dates still available We also offer deckchair hire
Tel: 07974 000 421 www.glampingwales.co.uk
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Local Talent: Nicola Hopwood
Type of artist? Stained glass artist. Range of products? Stained glass windows (sitespecific) and hanging panels. Price range? From £300 per square foot for commissioned windows. How long have you been an artist? More than 30 years; where did that time go? Where did you train or gain experience? School of Art & Design, Queen’s Road, Bristol – plus much help and encouragement from numerous lovely people. Artist statement: I design and make windows for churches, private houses and business premises, using the finest handmade glass, sometimes etched or painted and fired, assembled in lead. I also run long-weekend courses, four times a year, at Brilley Village Hall, about 15 minutes from Hay. These are suitable for complete beginners, as well as those with some experience. More details are on the courses page of my website. Where can your products be purchased? Most of my work is made on commission, so, from me. I’m always happy to visit, without obligation or pressure. What has been your proudest moment? Several. The dedication of church windows is always special. St Mary’s at Cusop and St Michael’s at Lyonshall were two local ones. What would you class as ‘your masterpiece’? I hope I haven’t made it yet! Large windows for the African Natural History Research Trust, based in Herefordshire, were a lovely, recent challenge. Have you any future plans for your work? To carry on as long as the opportunities arise; and to keep developing my practice. What advice would you give a local artist? No
advice – just gratitude for living where we do. The inspiration is all around – in the people and the place. Which other local artists do you admire? Victoria Keeble, Sue Milne, Matthew Tomalin, Nancy Sutcliffe, Pat Birks.
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Get to really know... Jan Newton Jan started writing as a very mature student in 2008 with an Open University course and just couldn’t stop. Her first crime novel, Remember No More, was published by Honno in 2017 and the second, Rather To Be Pitied, was released earlier this year. Place of birth? Manchester. Where do you live now? Llanafan Fawr. Marital status? Married. Occupation? I’ve been a bilingual secretary, an accountant and a teaching assistant in theWelsh Unit at Builth Primary School. Now I have my dream job – I’m an author. Children? No. Pets? Two dogs, two cats, one horse (who’s been with me for 24 years) and a very small pygmy goat with lots of attitude. What was your favourite childhood television programme? Black Beauty. Apart from the horses, it had the most wonderful theme tune. Are you a collector of anything? Books. My husband says I can’t walk past a bookshop without venturing inside. If you could be any animal, what would you be and why? I think it would have to be a cat. Nobody asks you to learn tricks or to walk to heel.You sit wherever you like, sleep all day and get fed at regular intervals. If you could have any superpower, what would it be? Typing much, much faster. What is usually your first thought when you wake up? I’m definitely not a morning person. My first thought is whether or not I can ignore the alarm for a few more minutes. What do you usually think about right before falling asleep? It’s always at that precise moment that a new plot twist or a wonderful new character wanders into my brain. I’m a terrible insomniac, and I’m sure a lot of that is due to the writing. Most exciting thing you’ve won? I won a weekend at a wonderful hotel in the Lake District, as first prize in a short story competition. It was a perfect weekend in one of my favourite places in the world. Two lessons life has taught you? I think the most important lesson has to be ‘never give up’. If you want to do something badly enough, then you’ll find a way. If you’ve always wanted to learn an instrument or write a book, then go for it. The second lesson would
be to concentrate on today. Don’t worry about what’s changed or about what might happen, just make sure you remember today. Have any bad habits? Chocolate. I’m a complete chocaholic. What book would you recommend to others? That’s a really difficult question. I love anything by Jane Austen or Thomas Hardy. Alan Bennett is a huge hero of mine, especially his Talking Heads monologues, but if I had to go for one book I’d say Findings by Kathleen Jamie. One of the essays,‘Skylines’, is amazing. Best present ever received? My horse. I can’t think of any other present that has made me smile every day since 1995. Name one thing you miss about being a kid: Being able to write without being worried about what people will think. Have any hidden talents? I play the euphonium in two brass bands.
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Suppliers of – Quality Point of Lay Hens, Ducks & Geese, Pygmy Goats, Alpacas, Ouessant Sheep, Housing, Runs & Enclosures Buy any 6 hens in June/July and get a 20kg bag of quality feed FREE Now fully stocked on Hybrid Birds NEW BREED ALERT – Copper Comets – Get yours now
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BUSINESS PROFILE
McCartneys Estate Agents Rob Fearnley of McCartneys in Hay gives the inside track on estate agency. When was the business started? In 1874. Where are you based? Hay-on-Wye with another 13 local offices. What is your ideal client? Any instruction we receive is important to us, whether it is to sell or let a home, and it is always rewarding when you successfully find the right person for that property. What is your greatest achievement in your business? Every property we sell or let is an achievement and a success for our business. Two lessons having run a business has taught you? Every person is different and has individual needs, so we always adapt our services to meet their requirements. Deliver upon what you promise to the best of your abilities. Do you need to do any annual training to keep your qualifications up to date? We have regular training sessions in place to help keep our staff up to speed with current legislation and changes relevant to the estate agency industry. List one thing you wish you could change about your business: The time it takes to get the legal process through when selling or purchasing a property; it takes too long. Have any hidden talents come to light? Being an estate agent, you need to have a range of skills but I think the most important of those skills is to be a good listener. What’s the funniest thing that’s happened to you while doing your job? Too many to think of but I was once offered to share a mixing bowl of Sugar Puffs for breakfast by one client and given a spoon to join in – I politely declined. What have you done today to make you feel proud? The first call of the day was to hear that we had received an instruction to sell another property, so that always makes me happy. Sum your business up in five words: Professional, honest, quality, driven, successful
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New in Town: Elaine Emmerson Aromatherapy Where are you based and where do you work? I have a treatment room based in Garth, near Builth Wells, but my intentions are to launch my mobile business to reach a wider area. Why the Hay area? I’ve always loved the Hay area, and have spent many enjoyable times there with my family. I feel that there’s a gap in the market for treatments such as aromatherapy. Why did you decide to open this business? I’ve always been interested in holistic treatments, and prefer a more natural way to live and work. I’ve had high-pressured jobs throughout my life, and looked to aromatherapy as a way to find calm and relaxation within the day-to-day. Having fully qualified, I wanted to share my knowledge with other people who are looking to restore health and well-being to the mind and body. Is this the first business you have launched? Having
been qualified in aromatherapy for over four years now I am lucky enough to have established a wonderful client base of regulars who visit my treatment room at my home in Garth. However, this is the first ‘mobile treatment service’ I have launched which is incredibly exciting for me as I love meeting new people. Describe a typical day in your business: A typical day is preparing for the client, ensuring I have everything needed to give them a relaxing and special experience. When they arrive there is always a consultation before every treatment, taking the time to decide which oils would suit the client best. With regards to my mobile business, everything is taken to the client’s home at a time that suits us both. A consultation is still required before every treatment. As it is in the comfort of the client’s home this is perfect for people who don’t have access to a car or cannot drive, or just cannot leave their home for any reason.
Elaine Emmerson BSYA (Arom) Mobile Aromatherapist
Aromatherapy massage is wonderfully therapeutic – warm essential oils enveloping you and easing tension will leave you feeling completely relaxed. Every treatment is unique to you. Oils that can soothe, stimulate, heal and beautify depending on your needs, all in the comfort of your own home...
The Three Tuns is a beautiful 16th century pub located in the heart of Hay, specialising in authentic Italian cuisine from Monday to Saturday, whilst serving a traditional roast on Sundays.
Fully insured Gift tokens available Contact me for more details elaine.emmerson1@gmail.com 0797 424 3713 01591 620 930
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Glasbury Arts Y Celfyddydau yn Y Clas ar Wy 8th Harp Summer School Wednesday 28th to Saturday 31st August Gwernyfed High School We are delighted to announce the details of our next school. The tutors will be Harriet Earis (our Director of Music, Jazz and Celtic Harp), Eleanor Turner (former Head of Harp at Royal Birmingham Conservatoire and Classical Harpist) and Adriano Sangineto (Continental Dance and Folk Music). They will be assisted by Assistant Tutors, Manon Browning and Martha Powell. The structure of the summer school will be different from previous years, with four groups: advanced, intermediate, young developing harpists and beginners The first three groups will be taught in workshops by the three main tutors and beginners by our assistant tutors. In addition, all will attend/participate in master classes. Harp Summer School Ticket prices: Summer School, £200 (full price adults); £150 (adult concessions; over 65s or unwaged); £95 (in full time education) including tea/coffee/soft drinks throughout On Wednesday 28th August, 7.30pm, there will be a special event, ‘It Takes Guts: a spiral of discovery and adventure through harp playing, the spoken word and visual illustration’, presented by internationally acclaimed solo artist Sioned Williams. Tickets: Full price £10, Over 60s and unwaged £8, Under 16s £5. On Saturday 31st August, 3.30pm, students and tutors will come together, as they have in previous years, to present the Summer School concert, an opportunity to discover the fabulous range of music played on the harp. Tickets: Full price £10, Over 60s and unwaged £8, Under 16s £5. 10% discount for Glasbury Arts Members on all bookings. To book for Summer School and concerts go to glasburyarts.co.uk. Supported by Telynau Teifi
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Hay Foot Care In the comfort of your own home
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Nail cutting service and hard skin removal ÂŁ15 per person or ÂŁ25 for two
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Not a podiatrist but trained and certificated in basic foot care at Bronllys Hospital by podiatrists. (Complex and medical conditions should be seen by a GP or a qualified podiatrist)
Individual cremation service for all pets with collections either made from your home or veterinary practice.
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Individual cremations can be carried out and returned on the same day. Full range of caskets and memorials Equine collection and cremation service Farmers sharps and pharmi waste collection and disposal service
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Plant of the Month
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THE ROSE Since before Roman times gardeners have revered the rose as the queen of flowering plants for the extraordinary beauty and scent of its blooms. The rose family offers an enormous range of colour, shape and perfume from the simple purity of the wild dog rose, the soft, pastel charm of the old garden rose or the jewel-like brilliance of the modern hybrids.
Dderw Farm Llyswen, Brecon, Powys LD3 0UT For more information Please call 07812035459 ginalmurray@gmail.com www.ginalmurray.com
Whether grown alone in the splendour of a formal garden or enhancing the quality of a mixed planting it is hard to imagine a garden without roses heightening the glory of a summer’s day. There literally is a rose for every part of the garden, ranging from the low growing ground cover and patio roses, through the larger bush and shrub roses to the climbers and ramblers for growing up walls, arches, pergolas and even through trees. They all generally prefer an open, sunny site and a fertile soil. When planting, and each year as a surface mulch, it is important to add organic matter such as compost or well-rotted manure. For your roses to perform at their best, it is also vital to feed them, preferably twice a year in April and June, with a special rose fertiliser. This done they will reward you with beautiful flowers from June to well into the autumn, year after year. Article supplied by The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks.
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Protecting wildlife for the future
Wild in June
that occurs sporadically at the edge of woods and in roadside hedges in the east of the county. Examined closely, the difference is clear, and the “flower” actually consists of a whole array of tiny Bellflowers. Sheep’s Bit occurs in most of Wales, being rather more common in the north west and petering out as you get to the east of Brecknock. Its preferred habitats are dry and stony, and it can occur on the top of rough stone walls. In English the flower is known in many parts of the country as Blue Buttons or Blue Bonnets but the Welsh name, Clefryn, is for this flower and that alone.
Jasione montana Sheep’s Bit Or “bite” maybe. But sheep seem to eat any flower they can reach. This slate-blue flower superficially resembles Devil’s Bit which flowers much later in the season and is in a different family of plants. Sheep’s Bit is related to the Bellflowers such as the common Harebell or rather less common Great Bellflower
Keep an eye out for the flower on steep, dry roadside banks. Brecknock at The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales: www.bit.ly/breconwild My blog: www.bit.ly/breckbot John Crellin
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Yoga, off the mat How are you today? No, I really mean it. HOW ARE YOU REALLY?! I ask because I’ve just come back from the best course I ever did (in Brighton for five days). I had NO IDEA I was so frazzled and in need of a break until I got there. I was also (looking back) somewhat depressed and felt I’d ‘lost my way a little bit’. I now realise I was ON my way but hadn’t yet recognised it! I immersed myself amongst an incredible group of warm, fellow trainees (20 of them, and four tutors) and immediately felt complete trust. It was called Embodied Yoga Principles (EYP), and was really well thought-out. It was at once emotionally turbulent (death meditation, anyone?), playful, meditative and revealing. I was surrounded by experienced yogis (my Yoga is fitness-based), and therapists, ALL of them were down to earth and welcoming. In fact, my particular brand of Yoga stood me in good stead as I’m so used to freestyle: working with different paces, with my own sequences, and flows (a lot of the course was asking very well practised Yogis to adapt to change and deliberately
pull away from their normal practice). And the purpose? EYP looks at HOW WE ARE. It looks at the body as an ‘I’ not an ‘it’. It takes Yoga OFF the mat and into our daily lives. It’s not a ‘style of Yoga’ but a set of principles in which we take asana (poses) – 26 of them – and asks ‘where do we want to be’, and embody – right into your deepest layers – the asanas MOST suitable to take you there. This is fluid in that what you need one day might be quite different to the next. And each pose (13 Yin and 13 Yang) can be interpreted to suit you. With practise this gives you emotional insight, so helps you to self-regulate (say) cravings, fight or flight, or noticing your own early warning signs that all is not well. Making new futures for yourself (imagine working through what is holding you back and the ramifications of breaking through that?). I can now see with absolute clarity what my direction needs to be (embrace the YIN kind of coach I am, and rejoice in being different!). Article
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Results of this year’s Local Landscapes Photography Competition Thank you again to all of the entries which were sent in. There is so much photographic talent in our area. We had a hard time narrowing it down to the final 12, let alone the final 3! Here are the results:
1st: ‘Lightning strikes on Pen-y-Fan’ by Adam Tatton-Reid
2nd: ‘Brecon Beacons’ by Angela Bonner
3rd: ‘Pony on Cockit Hill’ by Sean Crawford
These, plus 9 other images have now been chosen for our 2020 Local Landscapes Calendar. Out now in local retailers.
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The Sidney Nolan Trust ‘A rural centre of creative practice and research, inspired by Sidney Nolan’s talent, innovation and passion for cultural exchange, engaging locally and internationally’ Born in Melbourne, Sidney Nolan grew up in a conservative, colonial society in the grips of a savage depression. His family found stable work with the Melbourne Tram Company, but even so had to supplement their income with illegal bookmaking. Living on the streets and beaches around Melbourne, Nolan could have sunk without trace, but instead he became one of the most celebrated and influential modern artists of his generation. The Sidney Nolan Trust owns many of the artist’s paintings and the 17th century barn in which they were painted is now a gallery. The Rodd, situated near Presteigne in the beautiful Herefordshire countryside, was his last home. On a sunny day in May I was lucky enough to arrive at the rural centre. The beautiful buildings, gardens and grounds instantly amazed me. I was there to take part in an introduction to Intaglio Printmaking workshop. The workshop was held in one of the outbuildings. On such a glorious day the doors were open and I just knew nature was going to excel our creative flair. Lo and behold I knew one of the other participants: my art teacher from High School over 16 years ago! What a small world. Our tutor, Jackie H Morris, was spot on. Hugely accomplished in this art form, but keen not to influence us on her own style, she really encouraged us to use our own talents and draw our own subjects. I won’t go into detail of the Intaglio process as future workshops cover different types of printmaking, but I can assure you I would book another workshop in the future. I liked the informal setting. The equipment was all set up before arrival.There were enough workstations for
our small group so we weren’t on top of each other and queuing for the all-important press. Jackie gave a little bit of explanation on the various processes, but not too much detail, so that we could really crack on with our own pieces. With printmaking you never get the same reproduction, so trial and error is an important part. Sometimes an error may create your proudest piece. I’m a doer; I don’t want too much background information, so this was ideal for me. Jackie was on hand the whole time, offering advice, inspiring us, talking about other artists, suggesting tips to improve and, of course, ready to go into more depth - if that’s what you wanted. It just all worked so seamlessly well. The materials and equipment used on this workshop were of high quality. We stopped for lunch, all chatting in the sun with a packed lunch we each brought along. Tea, coffee, water and biscuits were available as and when we needed them throughout the day. I found the day to be really sociable and being in a setting with creative people was inspiring. There are various workshops in ceramics, printmaking and drawing planned over the coming months. Do take a look at their website. The group sizes are limited. Once you’ve attended one of these workshops, you can hire the studio and equipment for £15 for the day. A great opportunity for anyone wanting to take their work further. I didn’t get the chance to look around Nolan’s work in the Gallery, but I do have until the 29th September to go back. Thank you Andrew for your invitation. It was lovely to hear your future plans for The Sidney Nolan Trust. Exciting times ahead. www.sidneynolantrust.org Review written by Lisa Marie Badham
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apetito & Wiltshire Farm Foods win 3rd prestigious Queen’s Award Wiltshire Farm Foods and parent company apetito have won the Queen’s Award for Enterprise: Sustainable Development. The businesses are one of only 201 organisations nationally to be recognised within this year’s honours, with just six winners in the Sustainable Development category.
The award celebrates businesses who demonstrate outstanding levels of sustainable development practices, that have helped to benefit the environment, society and economy, coupled with commercial success. Ian Stone, Managing Director of Wiltshire Farm Foods, says; “Winning this award, our third in total, demonstrates our commitment to not only building a sustainable business in terms of our environmental impact, but also a commitment to our team and community. We employ over 1000 staff across the UK, from those in our Wiltshire home, to our local teams based from the Scottish Highlands to Cornwall. This award is a testament to all our staff and the incredible work they do to make a real difference every day.”
Now in its 53rd year, the Queen’s Award for Enterprise is the most prestigious business award in the country, with winning businesses able to proudly display the esteemed Queen’s Award emblem for the next five years.
Ian continues; “Winning just one of these awards is difficult, so to win three, and our second in three years, is an incredible achievement. A lot of work goes in to winning this award, so being recognised for a range of our practices - including our charity work, our commitment to being a Real Living Wage Employer and our work with the Ethical Trade Initiative - is very special.” Wiltshire Farm Foods operates an extensive franchisee network across the UK, providing delicious food to thousands of customers across the country. Wiltshire Farm Foods Mid Wales employs 15 people in the local area, catering to 3500 customers across the region.
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LONGTOWN SHOW
Saturday 17th August 2019 at Llanwonog Farm HR2 0LU Gates open 8am, official show opening 12.30pm by Mr Herbert Collins
Main Ring Attraction – Live Camel Racing!!! Horse classes, sheep classes, dog show, children’s classes, produce classes, sport races, shearing classes and handicraft classes. Craft stands, food stands By kind permission of the Gwillim family Adults £5, Children 5–15 yrs £1 After show dance: 7pm–1am in the Marquee – ID required After show buffet: Sunday 18th August, 2pm in the Marquee Live Music, Magician | Adults £15, Children £5, Under 5’s free Money raised from this event will go towards Motor-Neurone Disease charity
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Steam and Vintage Rally Sunday 11th August 2019 from 9.30am Boatside Farm Hay-on-Wye HR3 5RS
PAWS FOR THOUGHT DOG DISPLAY RICH GOODWIN AIRSHOW A GREAT FAMILY DAY OUT For further details tel: 01497 847 567 or 01497 847 738 www.vintage-society.org info@vintage-society.org
Steam up to Hay-on-Wye Come to Boatside Farm, Hay-on-Wye, for a great family day out. It is the 39th rally for the Three Cocks Vintage Society and it promises to be the best! There are hundreds of exhibits, from the mighty Giants of Steam to the models of them in the marquee! Visit the superb collections of classic and vintage cars, tractors and motor cycles and more. Maybe you would fancy a helicopter ride down the beautiful Wye valley? Fair organs bring back nostalgic memories as you shop among the trade stands and car boots, or watch the Airshow or the Dog Display. Children are not forgotten – under 11s go in free and there is plenty to amuse them with the dogs in the ring and other entertainments. A superb day out for everyone, both young and old!
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Concerts for Craswall celebrate their 25th anniversary! Saturday 6th July celebrates that key milestone with a special concert in Dore Abbey. This great musical adventure began when local resident Sue Norrington BEM had the idea to stage a live classical concert to raise funds for St Mary’s, Craswall. This proved so popular that since the first performance Concerts for Craswall has for the past 25 years organised three live performances each year. Could Sue, or anyone else for that matter, have imagined how far they’d have come in those intervening years? Over 55 orchestral, choral and chamber concerts later, they continue to attract the very best British and European musicians offering live classical chamber and choral music of the highest calibre. The group have a whole community of ‘friends’ in Craswall and further afield who donate generously and so secure future concerts. Concerts for Craswall also supports the heritage and culture of Craswall itself, with many tens of thousands of pounds having been donated to the community since that first concert. So do join them on Saturday 6th July in the magnificent Dore Abbey to celebrate 25 years of thrilling musical performances. The anniversary concert begins at 7pm offering pieces for choir and solo cello by composers JS Bach, Haydn and Tavener. To mark the occasion, the group have invited a few good friends to perform. The Elysian Singers are one of the UK’s leading chamber choirs under the directorship of talented conductor Sam Laughton;
and acclaimed cellist Amy Norrington enjoys a thriving international career as both a solo and chamber musician. Supporting them will be The Craswall Consort, a group of musicians who have played at Craswall concerts over the years. Worried that the kids won’t sit through an entire performance? Want your budding musician to gain a fascinating insight into how experienced musicians work together? Then go along to their Open Rehearsal. Starting at 10.30am in Dore Abbey the rehearsal’s less formal nature makes it an ideal opportunity for all the family. Not a full concert, rather a sneak peek at these leading musicians at work. Tickets are required for both the evening’s full concert and the Open Rehearsal. For further details visit https://concertsforcraswall.org/forthcoming-events/ or call 01981 510 112.
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Coffee, lunch and tea en-route £15 per head For more information or to reserve your place, contact Rosie on 07920 108156 or Gaynor on 07967 048 016
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Open Tuesday to Sunday and Bank Holiday Mondays, 10am–4pm
Summer Solstice Run 21st June, 7pm, £5 7.5k in the foothills of the Black Mountains
Save the date for our summer barbecue supper on 6th July at 7pm. BYOB, £15 per ticket Both events in aid of the Drew Barker-Wright Charity
Talgarth Mill, The Square, Talgarth LD3 0BW Tel: 01874 711 125 www.facebook.com/thebakerstable www.talgarthmill.com
HAY HORSE SHOW Sunday 28th July 2019 To be held at the Show Field Hardwicke Road, Cusop Hay-on-Wye HR3 5TD DRESSAGE WORKING HUNTER SHOWING IN HAND SHOWING SHOW JUMPING MINI JUMPING CARRIAGE DRIVING FANCY DRESS FUN CLASSES
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Hay Summer Show is here!
“We are thrilled to be bringing the Summer Show, family fun for the community, back to Hay after so long away,” says Simon (Syd) Morris, Hay Summer Show Chairman. There’ll be traditional and modern games, plus some team games. Five a side football, a dog show and a bouncy castle to name just a few. There will also be burgers, ice creams, refreshments and a bar provided by Lucky Seven Brewery. In good old-fashioned town show style there’ll be various classes of competition: flower arranging, cakes, children’s crafts, fancy dress. There will also be four local bands playing. So get the date in your diary: the fun and frolics are on Sunday 21st July, free entry, from 12 noon in the field at the bottom of the main car park. If you’re able to help on the day or in the run-up, or offer sponsorship or donations of prizes, please contact Syd on 07970 612931.
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Llyswen Open Gardens If you want to walk in Wordsworth’s footsteps then head to Llyswen on Sunday 30th June when the recently renovated garden that his close friend Thelwall worked in and wrote about is one of the gardens open in aid of Llyswen Church. You are warmly invited to come and saunter through a flower arranger’s paradise, gardens that drop to the Wye’s edge and teem with wildlife, productive gardens and allotments, flower gardens and hidden corners. And when you are ready for a sit down, then enjoy a cup of tea and home-made cakes. Six gardens and the Church are open between 2pm and 5pm. Entry to all is £4.
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Saturday 8th June Sunday 9th June 11am - 6pm
A walking trail taking in the studios of Brecon’s resident artists, who look forward to welcoming you. More information at https://brecontownopenstudios.co.uk/ Facebook @brecontowopenstudios Instagram @brecontownopenstudios
HayJazz.org June 8th Variety Concerts
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News from Talgarth by William Powell, Powys County Councillor for Talgarth It was a real honour to be re-elected Talgarth Town Council Chair at its AGM on Wednesday 15th May. On that occasion, I had cause to thank Town Councillors and well-motivated individuals from across our community for their work to develop and promote the town that I call home. The past 12 months have been very enjoyable, with numerous events and engagements, too many to mention. Prominent amongst those was the opportunity, last May, to join fellow School Governors and members of our wider community for the official opening of Ysgol y Mynydd Du by Kirsty Williams AM, Welsh Education Minister, and Cllr Rosemarie Harris, Leader of Powys County Council. In June, I was delighted to meet and greet participants in the 2018 Black Mountains Classic Tour and to distribute medals to those successfully completing the rally. Last November, I was proud to lay the Talgarth Town Council wreath in our local service of Remembrance, marking the 100th Anniversary of the Armistice. Our newly reinstated Town Hall Basement was a venue for the splendid World War One Ball and congratulations were due to everyone associated with that event. Particular thanks to Cllr Richard Reid for his steadfast efforts in overseeing the building works, with support from Cllr Andrew Bufton. We hosted a special One Voice Wales meeting in January, focussed on Road Safety and Speed Enforcement issues, with Dyfed-Powys Police and Crime Commissioner, Dafydd Llywelyn, several senior Police and Highways Officers. This followed an outreach event that I organised with the Commissioner and the Road Safety Committee at Ysgol y Mynydd Du earlier in the day. It also served as a catalyst to reenergise the Community Speedwatch Scheme, in which Town Councillors and other volunteers are participating. Talgarth Town Council continues to support many local events, defining Talgarth as a dynamic and welcoming destination, which contributes to the local economy in challenging times, including
Talgarth Festival of the Black Mountains, Talgarth Walking Festival and Talgarth Lights Group events. The Town Council made a significant contribution to the Mid Wales Hospital Development Brief consultation, entailing a huge effort on the part of colleagues, most notably our Town Clerk, Josephine Rumsey. The Council sought to act as a conduit for community opinion, whilst facilitating debate and remaining within the spirit and remit of its powers. We rightly fought for a 40-day extension to the period of consultation, and for an inclusive, independently chaired BBNPA consultation event, held in Talgarth Town Hall. The departure of two experienced, long-serving Councillors, Niel Bally and Jacqui Wilding, brought to an end their distinguished contribution in Town Council but their legacy to our community is considerable. Their successors, Cllrs Louise ElstonReeves and Chris Voyle, elected at last December’s by-election, are already making a positive impact. We are also privileged to have the continued valuable input of our Youth Councillor Amy Argent. I offer my genuine gratitude to all our community organisations and the many individual volunteers for their commitment and tireless efforts to improve our community. From the TiRC and the Talgarth Luncheon Club, with their decades of service, through to the freshly constituted Grow for Talgarth/Talgarth in Bloom and the Talgarth Energy Cooperative, they all deserve our recognition and our thanks. My wife Ria has given me constant support throughout the past year, for which I am very grateful and I also thank Deputy Chairs Cllrs Pip Turner and Phil Lewis for their steadfast service and wise counsel. There are areas where fresh impetus and new direction are required and I will continue to work with colleagues to serve the greater good of our town of Talgarth in the time to come. Best wishes, William
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News from Hay Castle Trust Charlotte of Hay
Stone Apprentice Wanted Applications are welcomed from unskilled or semiskilled persons to train in Traditional Stone Carving and Fixing, working with Hugh Peachy of The Mason’s Yard. A large part of the training will be on site at Hay Castle, who are donating £200 worth of hand tools to the successful candidate. This paid position will include training and opportunities for courses. The apprentice will gain experience in stone carving, fixing on site, private and trade, letter cutting, walling and lime work, and decorative carving. Pay will depend on age and skills offered by the applicant. This full-time position (part-time considered) will start in June/July 2019. This is a long-term opportunity with good employment prospects and good rates of pay for skilled workers throughout the UK once trained. Patience and perseverance are required to learn this trade. It’s not always glamorous but it is very rewarding and fulfilling work. Applicants must live within a 12-mile radius of Hay Castle. Please apply by email to hugh@ themasonsyard.co.uk and tell us about yourself, your skills and strengths. CV not required, but character references will be requested. Photo: Hugh Peachey of The Mason’s Yard
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We are pleased to announce that, at the end of March, the Baskerville Arms Hotel welcomed a change in ownership. We have many exciting changes planned over the next few months including a total refurbishment of the premises. Same excellent staff, new menus, change is in the air so come witness the revolution! 01497 820 670 Info@baskervillearms.co.uk Baskervillearms.co.uk
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News from Kirsty Williams In recent months you may have seen the news that Chester Hospital reduced services for Welsh patients, citing financial reasons. Welsh patients were unable to book planned care, only emergencies and maternity cases. While the situation seems to have been resolved at the time of writing, as someone who represents rural communities any breakdown in cross-border healthcare is cause for concern. I know that people in Hay-on-Wye and the surrounding communities rely on services at Hereford Hospital. Up and down the border there are similar circumstances. In 2017–18 around 60,000 Welsh people were admitted to English hospitals, and around 13,500 Welsh residents were registered with a GP across the border. The issue arose at Chester following changes made by NHS England in the tariffs they use.The tariff system is updated annually, and the hospital made the decision while financial negotiations were ongoing. When situations like this come up there are often rumours that Wales somehow does not pay its bills. I am not aware of any evidence that this is the case. Ultimately, the dispute meant that patients were deprived of services. Structures need to be in place that mean this isn’t allowed to happen, and certainty needs to be provided for patients. The case at Chester seems to be a one-off incident. There is no indication that Powys Teaching Health Board is facing a similar situation with any English hospitals, and of course I hope that remains the case. However, the simple fact an English hospital turned Welsh patients away is concerning. Jane Dodds has called for a longer-term solution that strengthens the protocols and puts patients first. I’m keen that we are on top of the issue so if you experience any issues with cross-border healthcare please do get in touch with me. As ever, if you’d like to discuss this or other issues with me, you can contact me by email at kirsty.williams@assembly.wales or on 01874 625 739. This article is bilingual due to the Official Languages Scheme of the National Assembly for Wales.
Dros y misoedd diwethaf efallai eich bod wedi clywed bod Ysbyty Caer wedi lleihau’r gwasanaethau sydd ar gael i gleifion o Gymru, gan grybwyll rhesymau ariannol dros wneud hynny. Nid oedd cleifion o Gymru’n gallu archebu gofal wedi’i drefnu, dim ond argyfyngau ac achosion mamolaeth. Er ei bod hi’n ymddangos bod y sefyllfa wedi’i datrys adeg ysgrifennu hyn, fel rhywun sy’n cynrychioli cymunedau gwledig mae unrhyw broblemau gyda gofal iechyd ar draws ffiniau yn destun pryder. Rwy’n gwybod bod pobl Gelli Gandryll a’r cymunedau cyfagos yn dibynnu ar wasanaethau Ysbyty Henffordd. Mae yna amgylchiadau tebyg ar hyd y ffin. Yn 201718, derbyniwyd tua 60,000 o bobl Cymru i ysbytai yn Lloegr, ac roedd tua 13,500 o drigolion Cymru wedi cofrestru gyda meddyg teulu ar draws y ffin. Cododd y mater yng Nghaer yn dilyn newidiadau a wnaed gan NHS England i’r tariffau maent yn eu defnyddio. Caiff y system dariffau ei newid yn flynyddol, a gwnaeth yr ysbyty y penderfyniad tra bod trafodaethau ariannol yn dal i fynd rhagddynt. Pan fo sefyllfaoedd fel hyn yn codi mae yna sibrydion yn aml nad yw Cymru’n talu ei biliau rhywsut. Nid wyf yn ymwybodol o unrhyw dystiolaeth bod hyn yn wir. Yn y pen draw, mae’r anghydfod yn golygu bod cleifion wedi cael eu hamddifadu o wasanaethau. Mae angen cael strwythurau i sicrhau nad yw hyn yn gallu digwydd, ac mae angen rhoi sicrwydd i gleifion. Mae’r achos yn Ysbyty Caer i’w weld yn un unigol. Nid oes awgrym bod Bwrdd Iechyd Addysgu Powys yn wynebu sefyllfa debyg gydag unrhyw ysbytai eraill yn Lloegr, ac rwy’n gobeithio y bydd hynny’n para i fod yn wir wrth gwrs. Fodd bynnag, mae’r ffaith syml fod ysbyty yn Lloegr wedi gwrthod cleifion o Gymru yn destun pryder. Mae Jane Dodds wedi galw am ateb hirdymor sy’n cryfhau’r protocolau ac sy’n rhoi cleifion yn gyntaf. Rwy’n awyddus ein bod ni’n cadw llygad ar hyn felly os ydych chi’n cael unrhyw broblemau gyda gofal iechyd trawsffiniol cysylltwch â mi. Yn ôl yr arfer, os hoffech chi drafod hyn neu unrhyw fater arall gyda mi, gallwch anfon e-bost ataf fi yn kirsty.williams@cynulliad.cymru neu fy ffonio ar 01874 625 739.
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News from Chris Davies -Your local MP
Last weekend was International Nurses day. A day when people across the country recognise the vital role nurses and other health professionals play in ensuring the public is well looked after in hospitals, surgeries and at home. In 2018 I was proud to be made a nursing champion by the Royal College of Nursing in recognition of my ongoing support and promotion for the nursing community since becoming MP for Brecon and Radnorshire in 2015. Since my election I have focused a large proportion of my work to helping raise health issues in the House of Commons. Health is a devolved policy here in Wales and the Welsh Government have control of the NHS here. Sadly, the Welsh NHS has performed poorly in comparison to the English run NHS and I look for opportunities where our health service here can take tips from across the border to improve and vice versa. I speak with professionals on the ground regularly. Visiting local hospitals, care homes and spending the day with district nurses, visiting patients around Brecon and Radnorshire to see just how vital their role is in ensuring a decent quality of life for those with severe illnesses. My wife works as a therapeutic radiographer and has done for many years. So, I understand the importance of having an effective and well-funded health service that can provide what the public needs and expects. I believe in the coming years technology will play a vital role in modernising our health service, making detections and diagnoses much faster than we currently do.Technology and science will ensure that we can help tackle diseases such as cancer in a much more effective way than ever before whilst doing it at a much more cost-effective way for the taxpayer. Our medical staff will be on the frontline of this technological revolution we are currently going through and their work and dedication to the people they care for is second to none. I hope we can all appreciate the hard work and compassion they show on a daily basis looking after the sick and vulnerable. I for one cannot express my thanks and respect to those on the frontline enough.
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News from... News from Black Mountains Lions Black Mountains Lions were delighted to be able to present a cheque for £1,000 for Hay Dial-aRide. The part they play in helping our community is invaluable. Without the buses and the team of volunteers, our public would find difficulty shopping, visiting the doctor, dentist, etc, and getting around in general.They serve a wide rural area and the upkeep of their transport is paramount. We are happy to help towards keeping their buses on the road.
If you would like to know more about the work the Black Mountains Lions do, please give David a ring on 0845 833 740 or email Cheryl at cherylhyde@ btinternet.com. We would love to hear from you if you can help us. Photo: Dial-a-Ride – Mary Fellows, Lesley Moore and Richard Gardener together with some of the Black Mountains Lions. News from Glasbury Get-Together Club Our May plant sale went well – many thanks to all our helpers on the day, and for donations of plants, etc., that were given. We couldn’t do it without you. £470.10 was raised on the day for the Glasbury GetTogether Club. The next club meeting will be on Wednesday 26th June, 2.30–4.30pm at Glasbury Village Hall. New members and guests welcome. Give us a try! Raffle and tea and biscuits later. Check posters for more details. The April trip to Westonbury Mill Water Gardens proved to be a success on a very bright, dry and sunny day.The Gardens are wonderful. Much enjoyed. Don’t forget the Acton Scott Trip on Wednesday
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12th June, leaving Glasbury Village Hall at 9.30am. For further info: please call Gloria on 01497 847 726 or Judith on 01497 847 274. News from Gwernyfed High School Duke of Edinburgh Award Gwernyfed High School prides itself on giving the young people at the school a passport to a brighter future, by offering students the chance to complete the Bronze Duke of Edinburgh award and the Gold Duke of Edinburgh award. Mrs McGorrin and Mrs Schofield, our D of E leaders, organise the scheme which provides students with this life changing opportunity. Demand remains high for the D of E awards with increasing numbers of students in the school wanting to take part in the world’s leading youth achievement
award. The D of E awards provide challenging, fun and rewarding experiences and are highly valued by employers and universities alike. Thanks to funding from Duke of Edinburgh Wales this year, the pupils have been provided with brand new rucksacks which they used on their three day practice expedition in April, hiking from Hay Bluff to Llanthony Abbey. All pupils put in an excellent effort during the expedition – well done! This is only one of the many extra-curricular opportunities available to our students. For more information see our half termly newsletters which are published on our website www.gwernyfed-hs. com, or you can stay up to date with our Schoop: ID 20507. News from Hay & District Chamber of Commerce Once again it is festival season in Hay with both Hay Festival and How The Light Gets In bringing visitors from all over the world to the town. We know how important a time this is for all local businesses and it promises to be another busy and exciting year. This year one of the key challenges facing the town is the lack of banks and therefore cash machines.
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While this is obviously an issue that is happening in Hay whether we like it or not, as it is in most smaller towns across the UK, and one that affects all businesses and traders, it need not be a hindrance to a successful festival season. By adapting to the needs of our customers we can make visiting Hay as easy and enjoyable as possible during the festival or at any other time of year. To help ease the issues accessing cash a number of businesses in Hay are now offering a cashback service, including Hay Deli, Tomatitos Tapas Bar, C.J. Gibbons Butchers, Jones Home Hardware, R.M. Jones Pharmacy, Spar, Eighteen Rabbit Fair Trade, Addyman Books, Pughs@Londis and Green Ink Booksellers. Please take a look at the Chamber website (hayonwyechamber.co.uk) for a full list. Away from festival fever, the Chamber exists to support all businesses in the town but, this being the original Book Town, we’re very pleased to welcome another new addition to the list of Hay bookshops: Balch & Balch Private Press Bookshop opened at the end of March selling books published by expert letterpress printers and specialists from around the UK and is the only shop of its kind in the world.They
open Thursday to Saturday each week, so do pop along to 20 Castle Street in Hay to see this unique shop. News from Hayfield Organic Garden The garden is just over the bridge towards Clyro, below Racquety Farm. It is co-operatively run by a small group, to Soil Association standards. We grow organic vegetables for our own use and sell any surplus according to season. Look for the roadside sign for details. We mostly meet up on Wednesday and Saturday mornings (10am–12.30pm) but someone may be there on other days and at other times. We grow tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, aubergines, etc., in the ‘dome’ and a wide range of soft fruit and vegetables outside. If you would like to join us, we are seeking new members: no experience necessary but always welcome. Keep fit and feed yourself with the tastiest fruit and vegetables. Contact: hayfieldgarden@gmail.com.
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News from Hay Markets Ltd Hay Market Day With summer officially welcomed on 21st June we’re looking forward (finally!) to some sunny market days ahead. With the sunshine come new traders to the market, sitting alongside our excellent and committed regular traders (without whom there would be no market, so please do support them by buying your fresh fish, local meat, verdant veg, cheesy cheeses, handmade dog biscuits, tie die leggings – you know you want them – and woolly socks on a Thursday). Newbies include delicious scotch quail’s eggs, gigantic marshmallows, all-butter biscuits, or if bling is more your thing, then the market has welcomed several new jewellery and vintage clothing stalls. And don’t forget the ‘Downtown’ Hay Market by the Clock Tower for bread, plants, jewellery, flea market and vintage clothing; it’s on every week too! The market is always on the lookout for new and interesting traders. Do you have a brilliant business venture you’d like to try out? Well, why not trial it at Market Day? Email info@haymarkets.co.uk or call 07989 980 601 for details.
News from Hay Town Council Fraud Dyfed Police have brought to our attention the issue of phone and internet fraud being a significant problem. People have been contacted by telephone and asked for a variety of information, including bank details and being allowed to access computers remotely. People have been defrauded of thousands of pounds. Please do not give out any bank details or allow anyone to access your computer remotely. Banks will not ask you for this information by telephone. Please look after your neighbours if they are elderly or vulnerable and alert them to this issue. If you have any concerns about fraud, please call Dyfed Police’s Fraud Team on: 0300 1232040. Hay Summer Show In more positive news, Hay Summer Show will be returning after years of absence! Local Hay Town Councillor Syd Morris is the lead contact and Syd has assembled a team of volunteers to organise the comeback Show. The Show will be held on Sunday 21st July and will take place on the Caer Maw field at the bottom of
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Oxford Road car park, so access will be excellent. Activities will include: crafts stalls, baby competitions, food and drink, music, games, community stalls, fruit and veg competitions, dog shows and much, much more. It promises to be a fantastic day for the family. For more information, please contact Hay Town Clerk on: 01497 820 296. Volunteers welcome! News from Timbuktu The bursary girls, funded by H2T with support from the Department for International Development, are well into the first term and progressing well. Some of the girls are writing to children in Hay Primary School and write positively despite the fragile situation in Timbuktu (see letter to the right). Support from Hay is very well received in Timbuktu and the schools will be helped further following the Quiz 4 Timbuktu at the Baskerville Arms, Clyro, on Thursday 6th June at 8pm. Please bring a team and join us. News from U3A Hay What was it like to be soldiers in Napoleon’s army? How did they live? What did they wear, and why has re-enactment of these armies and major
battles become such an absorbing fascination? The next meeting of U3A Hay will be a day of history on Tuesday 18th June at 10.30am. Hugh Martyr, organiser of Living History events, will explain its increasing popularity and answer all these questions in his presentation ‘How I Met My Waterloo!’. After lunch, our afternoon session will begin at 1.15pm when local historian Hugh Purcell will bring us closer to home and share his extensive research on the fascinating and fondly remembered former hospital in his presentation ‘History of the Mid Wales Hospital, Talgarth’. This day is open to everyone, at £5 for members and £7 for visitors. Please do come and join us in the Music Room at Baskerville Hall Hotel, Clyro. Coffee is served from 10am and lunch from 12.15pm. We do hope that we see you there! For further information, phone 01497 851 228 or see our website: https://u3asites.org.uk/hay/events.
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Country Life By visitors to the HayDay Café Staking and pleaching new hedges. Stone walls enclose sheep that wait patiently for the chance to break away to greener pastures on forbidden ground.
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What’s on: during the week MONDAY Clyro Primary School Parent and Toddler Group: 9–10.30am. For play, fun activities, songs and stories. 0–5 years. Just turn up and join in! £1 per session. Contact 01497 820860. Freestyle Fitness Yoga: 9.15–10am. £7. Welcome to your fitness week with a gentle wake up Yoga mobiliser. Pure fitness! At the Gym & Tonic Health Club. Drop in! 01497 822995. Life Drawing: 10am–4pm. Llanigon Village Hall. Beginners welcome. Models wanted. Contact 01497 831550. Story Time at Hay Library: 11– 11.30am. Come join in the fun. Contact 01497 820847. HayDay Café: (First Monday in the month) 2.30–4pm. Cusop Village
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What’s on: during the week Give it a try and see if you like it! Beginners and all levels welcome. £6 a session - no commitment! Come whenever you can. Email: emmaphillpots@gmail.com. Contact Emma Phillpotts 01497 831704. Boxing Circuits: 9.15–10am at the Gym and Tonic Health club. Suitable for everyone. £7. Drop in! Call G&T’s on 01497 822995. Painscastle and Rhosgoch Parent and Tots: 9.30–11.30am. Painscastle Village Hall. A craft activity every week, a baking and soft play session once a month. £1 per child, snack for the child and tea/coffee for parent. A new friendly group and everyone is welcome. Gentle Yoga and Mindfulness: 10am Glasbury Hall. Contact 07545 581555. Talgarth Luncheon Club: 12 noon. Town Hall, Talgarth. Meals are served from 12 noon and cost £4. Our Meals on Wheels Service is also available at the same price with free delivery. Transport is provided by Dial a Ride. Don’t feel lonely, come and join us, you can be sure of a friendly chat and a laugh. Contact Cynthia Argent 01874 711408 or Margaret Kite 01874 711524. Swimsanity: 12 noon–1pm. Gym & Tonic, Hay. Decidedly not Aquarobics! Non swimmers welcome. Course and drop in available, but please call for details. Contact Cat (Gym and Tonic) 01497 822995. Erwood Community Chorus: (every other Tuesday) 2.15–4pm. Erwood Market Hall. £5 per session. A capella singing for all. Contact Sarah Harman by email sarahharmany@btinternet.com or 01874 713184. Drop-in Junior Chess Club:
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4.15pm at The Globe @ Hay. Every Tuesday during term times. All abilities welcome! Drop in and play or stay for the whole session! Contact 07714 767 779. Bowling: Arrive at 6pm to commence play at 6.30pm at Brecon Road, Hay. All welcome. Athletic Pilates: 6–6.45pm. Gym & Tonic Health Club, Hay. Suitable for those who’ve done pilates but want more. A superb class–always popular. £7. Drop in! Contact 01497 822995. Mid Wales Meteors Wheelchair Basketball Training Session: (Term time only) 6–7.30pm. Gwernyfed Sports Hall, Gwernyfed School, Three Cocks. 12+. £3pp. Contact Fran 07745 641873. Ddraig Wern Fencing Club: 6–7pm (Juniors – U13), 7–9pm (Seniors). Gwernyfed Community Sports Hall. Contact Patrick Leighton 07588 489030. Bowling–Club Night Triples: 6.15pm. The Bowling Club, Brecon Road, Hay. Friendly games with visiting clubs. Hay Film Makers: 6.30 to 8pm.The Globe, Hay. Free entry. Come and learn how to make films. Open to all. Contact Janine 07733 055430. GBH: 6.45–7.30pm. Gym & Tonic Health Club. Glide, Bounce & Hurdle your way to ultra-fitness with this tough class using the most unusual equipment.You’ll LOVE this class! Drop in! £7. Contact 01497 822995. Science Cafe: (every fourth Tuesday in the month) 7pm. The Swan at Hay. Informal group, talks and discussions on scientific topics. Free, all welcome. Contact sciencecafe@ outlook.com. Erwood WI: (second Tuesday in the month) 7.15pm. Erwood
Market Hall. Clyro & Llowes WI: (every fourth Tuesday of the month) 7.15pm. Clyro Village Hall. New members welcome. Contact 01497 821995. Whist Drive: 7.30pm. Talgarth Church Hall. Hay Camera Club: 7.30pm. Masonic Hall, Brecon Road, Hay (opposite fire station). Guest speakers, tutorials, competitions, visits and trips, Expert or novice– all welcome. Non-members £5 to include refreshments. Visit www. haycameraclub.co.uk. Contact 01874 676225. WarmYoga Flow: 7.30pm, Glasbury Hall. Contact 07545 581555. Adult Jazz Dance Class: (term time only) 7.30–8.45pm. Clifford Community Hall. A mix of jazz/ ballet and contemporary. Taught by Veronica Guest. Email vs.guest@ btinternet.com. Contact 01497 820256. Bell Ringing Practice: 7.30–9pm. St. Peter’s Church, Glasbury. Come and join us for bell ringing practice at the church and afterwards for some convivial fun from 9.45pm at The Harp Inn, Glasbury. New ringers always welcome. Open Mic: 8pm. The Globe @ Hay. Our open mic nights attract a wealth of talent. We see a variety of performances, including spoken word, poetry, comedy and all types of music. Come along to enjoy the night as an audience member or sign up with Chris to perform on the night! Contact 01497 821762. WEDNESDAY Barre Fusion: 9.15–10am. Gym & Tonic Health Club, Hay.A brand new ballet barre workout combining ballet moves with functional fitness and yoga. £7. Drop in! Contact 01497 822995.
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What’s on: during the week 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. Glasbury Residents Coffee Morning: 10.30am–11.30am. The River Café, Glasbury. A “get to know your neighbour coffee morning.” 50p from each coffee sold will be donated by the River Café to Macmillan Nurses. Contact 01497 847007. Coffee morning:10.30am–12pm at Royston Hall, Bronllys. Coffee or tea and cake £1. Proceeds to the hall. Everyone welcome. Hay Luncheon Club: (third Wednesday of the month) 12pm– 2.30pm at The Masonic Hall, Hay. We have a delicious roast dinner and a speaker or activity afterwards. a very sociable time together after our meal and raffle. Contact Trish Kiddle 01497 821276. HayDay Café: (Last Wednesday in the month) 12.30–3pm. Clyro Village Hall.The café for people living with dementia and those who look after them. Contact Sue Hodgetts 01497 822523. Wednesday Lunch Club: (third Wednesday of the month) at Rhosgoch Golf Club. Nothing formal, just lots of happy chatter over a good lunch. Contact Jeanette Cruse 01497 851756. Whist Drive: 2pm for 2.30pm. Hay Bowling Club. All welcome including learners. £2 entrance fee. All proceeds are donated to local charities. Raffles, refreshments. Ample parking. Contact Peter 01497 820736. Kids @ Bethesda Club (4–11 years): (term time only) 5.30pm. Bethesda Evangelical Church,
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Oxford Road, Hay. Everyone welcome. Contact Rev Gordon Bingham by email: gjbingham@ me.com or 01497 820685. Mind Body & Soul: 6–6.45pm. Gym and Tonic Health Club, Hay. Mix yoga, pilates, freeflow dance, guided meditation and relaxation with superb music, and you have one very special class! And you play it your way there is no ‘wrong’! Drop in. Contact 01497 822995. Glasbury Paddlers: Canoe club meets at 6.30pm at Glasbury. Visit Glasbury Paddlers on Facebook or email: petermayallpaddlesports@ gmail.com. Talgarth Short Mat Bowls: 7–9pm. The Church Hall, Talgarth. Come along to our friendly club. Beginners welcome. Contact Dulce 01874 711734. Live Music @ Baskerville HallOpen Mic Acoustic Night: Doors open 7pm. Music 8.30pm. Food available 7–9.30pm. Baskerville Hall Hotel, Clyro Court. Free admission, all welcome. Contact 01497 820033. Llanigon WI: (first Wednesday of the month) meet 7pm at Llanigon Village Hall. New members are always welcome come and join us. Contact Polly Bishop 01497 821248. Three Cocks WI: (second Wednesday of the month) meets 7pm in St. Peter’s Church Hall, Glasbury. Contact Anne Collins 01497 847370. Hay on WI: (second Wednesday of the month) 7.30pm. Cusop Village Hall. New members welcome. Contact 01497 822523. Black Mountains Lions Club (every first Wednesday of the month): 7.45 for 8pm. Baskerville Arms, Clyro. Contact David James 01497 820227.
Disturbed by someone else’s drinking? Living with alcoholism can be a lonely life.You need not be alone. To speak to someone who understands and for details of an Al-Anon meeting near you contact: 020 7403 0888 or visit: www.al-anonuk.org.uk. THURSDAY Hay Market Day: 9am–4pm. Memorial Square, Buttermarket & Clock Tower, Hay. 40 stalls of local produce, hot food, crafts, vintage & more. Visit www.haymarkets.co.uk. Contact 07989 980601. Body Blitz: 9.15–10am. Gym &Tonic Health Club, Hay. A sizzling weights to music class. “Sweat is your fat crying!” Suitable for all–simply go lighter! £7. Drop in! Contact 01497 822995. Gentle Yoga and Mindfulness: 9.30am, Larchwood Studio, Hay. Contact 07545 581555. Babies & Toddlers @ Bethesda: (term time only) 9.30–11am. Bethesda Evangelical Church, Oxford Road, Hay. Everyone welcome. Contact Rev Gordon Bingham by email: gjbingham@ me.com or 01497 820685. Brilley Patches (fortnightly): 2–4.30pm. Brilley & Michaelchurch Village Hall.A patchwork group who also do other crafts such as toy and rug making and embroidery, open to all abilities. Help is available for beginners. £3 per session. Contact Phyllis Jones 01497 831535 or Trish Gilbert 01497 831735. 1st Eardisley Rainbows: (Term time only) 4.30–5.30pm. Girls aged 5–7 years. Contact eardisleyrainbows@ hotmail.co.uk. Swimsanity: 6–7pm. Gym & Tonic, Hay. Decidedly not Aquarobics! Non swimmers welcome. Course and drop in available, but please call
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What’s on: during the week for details. Contact Cat (Gym and Tonic) 01497 822995. Gwernyfed Ladies RFC Training: 6pm (U15s girls), 6.30pm (U 18s), 7pm (Ladies). Gwernyfed Rugby Club, Talgarth. Contact Delyth Thomas 07891 371458. Stitch & Bitch: (first Thursday in the month) 6–8pm.The Swan, Hay. Bowling: Arrive any time between 6 and 8.30pm at Brecon Road Hay. Table Tennis: 6.30–8.30pm at Glasbury Village Hall. Over 18s only. Please ring to check availability. Contact Malcolm Bradley 01497 831633. Ladies Netball: 6.30–8.30pm at Gwernyfed Sports Hall. Just turn up on the night for a fun, relaxed game of netball. £5 on the night. New ladies very welcome. For more details, contact 01544 327169. Signature River Flow Yoga: 7pm, Larchwood Studio, Hay. Contact 07545 581555. Philosophy Café: (every other Thursday) 7pm. The Globe @ Hay. Philosophy Cafe is an informal group which offers the chance to discuss philosophical issues. Whether you’re an expert on Cartesian dualism or you simply have a new found interest in philosophical thought, come along! Community event. Email: philosophycafe@outlook.com or contact 01497 821762. Qi Gong: 7–8.30pm at Cusop Village Hall. Small friendly group practising Qi Gong. Contact Sandy Sandaver 01497 821625. Gwent & Powys Army Cadet Force: 7–9pm.The Cadet Centre, Gypsy Castle, Hay. Contact 01873 813756. Talgarth and District Historical Society: (last Thursday of the month) 7.30pm at Gwernyfed Rugby Club. See local posters.
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Three Cocks Vintage Society: (second Thursday of the month) 8pm. The Harp Inn, Glasbury. Contact Joy Young 01497 847567. Charity Quiz Night: 8.30pm at The Harp Inn, Glasbury. Contact 01497 847373. Charity Quiz Night: (first Thursday in the month). The Three Horseshoes, Velindre, LD3 0SU. £1pp in aid of Welsh Air Ambulance. Contact 01497 847304. FRIDAY Flea Market: The Butter Market, Hay. Visit www.haymarkets.co.uk. Contact 07989 980601. Beginner Pilates: 9.15–10am at the Gym & Tonic Health Club. Get stronger, longer, posturally correct with an expert in this field. Suitable for everyone. £7. Drop in! Contact 01497 822995. The BrainFit Workout (TM): (last Friday of the month) 10.15–11am. Gym & Tonic Health Club, Hay. Mindful movement, music, and meditation for this pioneering, brand new concept (only 30 instructors in the UK as we stand right now).You’ll be amazed at what this does for you and your mental well-being! £7 per session. Drop in! Contact 01497 822995. Informal Church Service (every third Friday of the month): 3pm. Cartref Care Home, Hay Everyone very welcome, not just the elderly. This service is very informal and taken by the Rev Gordon Bingham of the Bethesda Evangelical Church. No charge. Contact 01497 820621. Afternoon Tea & Chat (every first and third Friday of the month): 3.30–4.30pm. Cartref Care Home, Hay. For the elderly in Hay. No charge. Contact 01497 820621. The Bean & Banter: (Every third Friday in the month) 6–7.15pm.
Gym & Tonic Health Club, Hay. Lifestyle advice, emotional support, chat and fun. Contact 01497 822995. Freespirit Country and Western Club–Live Music: (first Friday in the month) 7pm.Talgarth Town Hall. Bar and food available. Contact Marcus 07724 806608 SATURDAY Flea Market: The Butter Market, Hay. Visit www.haymarkets.co.uk. Contact 07989 980601. Local Produce Market: The Cheese Market Hall, Hay. Online at www.haymarkets.co.uk. Contact 07989 980601. Table Sale: (first Saturday in the month) 8am–1pm. Talgarth Church Hall. Hay-on-Wye 5k Run: 9am. Meet below Hay Road Bridge. Free run organised by Hay Hotfooters Running Club. Following the parkrun format, people of all ages and abilities come together every week to run around a country 5k course. The picturesque route winds from the start, along the Bailey Walk and around the Warren beside the Wye. Signature River Flow Yoga: 10am, The Globe, Hay. Contact 07545 581555. Art Class: 11am–12.30pm. Doll’s House Fun, Hay. For children 11 years plus. Contact 01497 821913. Folk & Irish Music Night: (every first Saturday of the month) 8.30pm. The Harp Inn, Glasbury. Contact 01497 847 373. Open Music Session: (every third Saturday of the month) 8.30pm.The Harp Inn, Glasbury. Contact 01497 847 373. SUNDAY Morning Service with Sunday School: 10.30am. Bethesda Evangelical Church, Oxford Road,
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What’s on: during the week / month Hay. Everyone welcome. Contact Rev Gordon Bingham by email: gjbingham@me.com or 01497 820685. Services at Talgarth United Free Church: 10.30am. Talgarth United Free Church (fifth Sunday may be at a different venue).A warm welcome awaits you. Contact 01874 711327. Lego Club: 11am at The Globe @ Hay. Lego Club happens every Sunday. Come along, all ages welcome, including parents! Contact 01497 821762. Services at Penyrheol Baptist Church: (fourth Sunday of the month) 3pm. Contact 01874 711061. Glasbury Methodist Church Service: 6pm. All welcome. Contact M Lawrence 07867 784681. Velindre Village Charity Draw: 6pm. The Three Horseshoes, Velindre, LD3 0SU. Weekly draw £1 per ticket. Contact 01497 847304. Evening Service: 6pm. Bethesda Evangelical Church, Oxford Road, Hay. Everyone welcome. Contact Rev Gordon Bingham by email: gjbingham@me.com or by phone 01497 820685. DURING THE MONTH Now until Sunday 2nd June Hay Festival. Visit www.hayfestival. org. Contact 01497 822 629. Herefordshire Guild of Craftsmen Pop-up Gallery at Hay Festival: Open from 9.30am daily.Visit www. herefordcraftguild.org.uk. Now until Saturday 22nd June ‘Birdland’ – Exhibition by Artist Carry Akroyd: Wed–Sat 10.30am– 5pm, and every day during Hay Festival. Brook Street Pottery, Hay. Now until Sunday 14th July Festival Exhibition: Hay Makers, St
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John’s Place, Hay, HR3 5BN. Contact 01497 820 556. See advert in our Events section. Now until Sunday 29th September Sidney Nolan Trust – Exhibition: Open Wed–Fri 11am–4.30pm, Sat, Sun & Bank Holidays 12 noon– 4.30pm. Rodd Court, The Rood, Presteigne, LD8 2LL. An exhibition in the former home of Sir Sidney & Lady Nolan. £5.50 adult, £2.75 conc., under 16s free. Visit www. sidneynolantrust.org. See advert and article on pages 20 & 21. Saturday 1st June ‘Made for Hay’: 9am–5pm. The Butter Market, Hay, HR3 5AE. Contemporary Craft. Saturday Shenanigans–Madassa Soul + DJ Paul Nevin: 8pm. The Globe@Hay. DJ Paul Nevin will be spinning the vinyl with his ever popular Northern Soul classics + splash of ska! Earlybird tickets £10 adv. Contact 01497 821 762. Folk & Irish Music Night: 8.30pm. The Harp Inn, Glasbury. Contact 01497 847373. See advert in our Events section. Guided Bat Walk - Brecknock Wildlife Trust: 8.30–10.30pm. Meet at bottom of steps of Hay Craft Centre, adjoining the car park, HR3 5DG. Listen to bats with our detectors on a walk around Hay. Adults £5 donation, children free. All ages welcome. Appropriate clothing, footwear and small torch required. Not suitable for dogs. Email: p.hill@ welshwildlife.org. Contact Pauline 07957 292 235. Sunday 2nd June Learn to Bake – Sourdough and Italian Breads: The Bakers’ Table, Talgarth Mill, The Square, Talgarth, LD3 0BW. Contact 01874 711 125.
Monday 3rd until Sunday 16th June Rose Festival: The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks. Free talks, offers, advice and more. See advert on page 13. Tuesday 4th June Hay Camera Club – Competition with Borders Camera Club: 7.30pm. Masonic Hall, Brecon Road, Hay (opposite fire station). The theme of competition is ‘Patterns in Nature’. Visit www.haycameraclub. co.uk. Contact 01874 676 225. Thursday 6th June Quiz for Timbuktu!: 8pm. Baskerville Arms, Clyro. £2pp, max 5 per team. Help raise funds for development projects in Hay’s twin town. See article on page 49. Friday 7th June Workshop – Kitchen Garden Pests & Diseases: Walled Garden, Treberfydd, Llangasty, Brecon, LD3 7PX. Workshop with James Clapp. £80. Booking essential. Visit www. walledgardentreberfydd.com. Contact 01874 730 169. William Powell, Powys County Councillor for Talgarth Advice Surgery: 5pm. Talgarth Tourist Information and Resource Centre. Contact 07703 112 113. See article on page 33. Friday Night Comedy: 8 for 8.30pm. The Globe @ Hay. Tickets £8, cash only. Contact 01497 821 762. Saturday 8th June Potters (Working Dog Food) Open Day: 9am–12 noon. Hay & Brecon Farmers, Newport Street, Hay. Free sample of Potters dog food, photos of your dog, refreshments, face painting and more. Contact 01497 820 516. See advert on front cover. Embodied Yoga Principles for Women’s Confidence: 10am–12
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What’s on: during the month noon. Gym & Tonic, Hay. Booking essential. Donations to Brecon Dog Rescue. Contact Cat 01497 822 995. See advert on page 16. Coffee Morning and Table Sale: 10am–12 noon. Church Hall, Talgarth. Entrance (to include coffee) £1. All proceeds to Usk House with St David’s Hospice Care. Fundraising Music Festival: from 2pm. The Crown Inn, Dilwyn HR4 8HL. Six different bands. In aid of 10 year old Harry Williams from Weobley, to help fund treatment to fight Harry’s brain tumour. See advert on back cover. Keith Nichols – The Life & Times of Fats Waller: 7.30–9.30pm. St Mary’s Church, St Mary’s Rd, Hay-on-Wye HR3 5ED. Back by popular demand, the doyen of classic jazz presents a fabulous variety of entertainment including a short silent-movie. Bar available. £12 on the door or online www.hayjazz.org. Contact 07748 652 194. See advert in our Events section. Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th June Brecon Town Open Studios: 11am–6pm. The town’s artists open their doors. Visit www. brecontownopenstudios.co.uk and Facebook and Instagram at Brecon Town Open Studios. See advert in our Events section. Sunday 9th June Charity Curry Evening: 6.30pm. Zeera Indian Restaurant, Brecon. In aid of Velindre Cancer Care Hospital, Cardiff. Starter, main, rice, poppadoms, and naan all for just £22. Includes a free non-compulsory prize paper quiz! For tickets email: val@bcsltd.myzen.co.uk. Contact Val Bradley 01497 821 329. Tuesday 11th June Hay Camera Club – Competition
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with Christchurch, New Zealand Camera Club: 7.30pm. Masonic Hall, Brecon Road, Hay (opposite fire station).The theme of competition is ‘Abstract’. Visit www.haycameraclub. co.uk. Contact 01874 676 225. Wednesday 12th June Glasbury Get-Together Club Acton Scott (Victorian Farm) Visit: Leave Glasbury Village Hall at 9.30am. See article on pages 41 & 43. Friday 14th June Friday Live – Shop Front Heroes & Inclines: 8pm. The Globe @ Hay. Earlybird ticket £5. Contact 01497 821 762. Saturday 15th June Friends of Clyro School Fundraiser: 10am–3pm. Hay Buttermarket. Refreshments, cakes, water or wine?, find a fiver, children’s books and toys, tombola, games and crafts. Monday 17th June Brilley Monday Club – Midwife Kay Pritchard speaks about her volunteer work in Ghana: 7.30pm. Brilley Village Hall. African fabrics will be available to purchase. Competition to win a flower jug. Visitors welcome at a cost of £3. Contact the secretary 01497 831 735. Tuesday 18th June U3A Hay: Music Room of Baskerville Hall Hotel, Clyro. 10.30am - Morning Session: “How I Met my Waterloo!” - Presentation by Hugh Martyr, organiser of Living History events. 1.15pm - Afternoon Session: “History of the Mid Wales Hospital, Talgarth” - Presentation by local historian, Hugh Purcell. Entrance fee is £5 for members and £7 for non members. See article on page 49. Hay Camera Club – An Audio Visual Presentation by Glyn
Freeman: 7.30pm. Masonic Hall, Brecon Road, Hay (opposite fire station). Members of the public warmly welcomed. Visit www. haycameraclub.co.uk. Contact 01874 676 225. RNIB Living with Sight Loss Course: 10.30am–3.30pm. The Guildhall Brecon, LD3 7AL.Free informal, community-based courses and phone groups providing information, advice, support and practical solutions for people with sight loss and those close to them. Email: lwslenquiries@rnib.org.uk or contact 0300 123 3933. Friday 21st June Dial-a-Ride Trip to Hampton Court, Hope under Dinmore. Open to members only. £10 plus entry. Contact 01497 821 616. Summer Solstice Run: 7pm. 7.5k in the foothills of the Black Mountains. £5pp. In aid of the Drew BarkerWright Charity. Contact 01874 711 125. See advert in our Events section. Hereford Gilbert and Sullivan Society – a 1940s Concert Party Tribute: 7 for 8pm. The Globe@ Hay. Tickets £8 early bird price and can be purchased prior to the event from The Hereford Gilbert and Sullivan Society, contact 01432 507 483 or from the Globe cash only. Tickets £10 on the door. Contact 01497 821 762. Saturday 22nd June The Secret Bottle Shop – Hereford Wine Festival: Left Bank Village, Hereford. Visit www. secretbottleshop.co.uk. See advert in our Events section. BrilleyVillage Fete 2019: 2pm. Brilley Village Hall. Free entry. Traditional teas, cake and produce stall, bar and Pimms, novelty dog show, BBQ, craft and cookery competitions, grand
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What’s on: during the month prize draw, bottle stall, skittles, plants, books, bric-a-brac, children’s games, display of vintage vehicles, Chinese auction and much, much more! Saturday Shenanigans – The Beatroot Collective: 8pm. The Globe @ Hay. Funk, soul, ska, reggae. Earlybird tickets £6. Contact 01497 821 762. Open Music Session: 8.30pm. The Harp Inn, Glasbury. Contact 01497 847 373. See advert in our Events section. Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd June Weber BBQ Weekend: The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks. Demonstrations, offers, and tasters. See advert on page 13. Sunday 23rd June Cusop Medieval Day: 2pm. St Mary’s Church, Cusop. Lots of activities including a performance of ‘Maud and the Wyvern’. Medieval Insults Drama Workshop - dressing up encouraged, Tug of War, barbecue. Celebration service for all ages at 4.30pm. All welcome. Free entry, but donations to Friends of St Mary’s very welcome. See advert in our Events section. Brecon & Radnor R.A.B.I. invite you to ‘A Strawberry Tea’: 3–5pm. Cwmgwilym, Garthbrengy, Brecon, LD3 9TH. By kind permission of Sue and Gareth Davies. Tickets £10 available from Sue Davies 07968 314 088, Elaine Stephens 01874 711 356 or Kath Shaw 07887 553 956. Tuesday 25th June RNIB Living with Sight Loss Course: 10.30am–3.30pm. The Guildhall Brecon, LD3 7AL.Free informal, community-based courses and phone groups providing information, advice, support and practical solutions for people with
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sight loss and those close to them. Email: lwslenquiries@rnib.org.uk or contact 0300 123 3933. Hay Camera Club – ‘Travels in Nepal’: 7.30pm. Masonic Hall, Brecon Road, Hay (opposite fire station). A special evening with travel photographer Liz Harris. Visit www.haycameraclub.co.uk. Contact 01874 676 225. Wednesday 26th June Glasbury Get-Together Club Meeting: 2.30–4.30pm. Glasbury Village Hall. See article on pages 41 & 43. Open Evening – NPTC Group: 4.30–7.30pm. Brecon Beacons College and Newtown College.Visit www.nptcgroup.ac.uk. See advert on inside front cover. Thursday 27th June AfternoonTea at Penymaes: 2–5pm. Entry £6.50 to include food and refreshments. By kind permission of Shan Egerton. Everyone welcome. Proceeds in aid of Hay Dial-a-Ride. Transport available for Dial-a-Ride members. Contact 01497 821 616. See advert in our Events section. A Cuppa for Carers: 2.30pm. The Granary, Talgarth Mill, Talgarth. Arranged by carers for carers. A chance to catch up, take a break, have a chat, share tips, make friends. Free refreshments and cakes. Carers and ‘Cared for’ welcome. Come along and join us - new activities every month. Contact Sue Bidmead 01497 847 217. Saturday 29th June Mortimer History Society Spring Conference – ‘The Mortimer Inheritance: The Key to the Yorkist Crown’: 10am–4.45pm. St Laurence’s Church, Ludlow. 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 (members of MHS or RIIIS £20); lunch (optional) £12, Castle Tour (optional) £5.40/£4.50. Visit www. mortimerhistorysociety.org.uk for information on conference and to book a place. Email secretary@ mor timerhistor ysociety.org.uk. Contact 01584 831 654. “Raise the Roof Appeal” for Madley Church – Auction: 11am– 3pm. Madley Village Hall. Sunday 30th June Wildfire – The Story of Stephen: 10.30am. Dore Abbey. A joint service for the whole of Abbeydore Deanery. Everyone is welcome. Llyswen Open Gardens: 2–5pm. Six gardens and the Church open. In aid of Llyswen Church. You are warmly invited to come and saunter through a flower arranger’s paradise, gardens that drop to the Wye’s edge and teem with wildlife, productive gardens and allotments, flower gardens and hidden corners. And when you are ready for a sit down, then enjoy a cup of tea and home-made cakes. Entry to all is £4. See advert and article in our Events section. Faith, Friendship and Food: 4–5.30pm. The Table at Dorstone Village Hall. All ages and ideas are welcome as we explore together being a Christian community. Bring and share your tea. If you have a local class or event, please email events@cariadslocal.co.uk. Non-profit or community clubs and organisations will be included for free. Businesses will be asked to pay a small charge.
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