BROAD SHEEP JUNE 2019

BROAD sheep june 2019

What’s On - Herefordshire & The Marches

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Pub to Pub Vol. 2 - The Flatlands A

S promised here is Volume 2 of Pete’s fab Pub to Pub cycle routes guide, especially compiled for people like you who have borrowed an ill-fitting bike, that has been sitting in someone’s shed for five years.

Firstly, there are a couple of things you can do to make the experience a bit more pleasant.

Actually the best thing you can do is fit a bloody great electric motor (www.Cyclotricity. com), but failing that - PUMP up the tyres and OIL the chain. These routes are not that long and either flat or fairly flat, but it’s a good idea to check the wind speed and direction before setting off. A stiff wind can be as hard work as a 1 in 4 hill if it’s blowing in your face!

So here goes and let’s start with one that is as flat as a pancake. By the way, some people have criticised me for not explaining how you get to these bike rides in the first place. So just try and remember, I am NOT your mum!

1. Brecon to the Royal Oak at Pencelli and The Star at Talybont Start off at Theatr Brycheiniog by the canal basin and head off down the canal. Luckily it only goes one way so you can’t go wrong and as I said, this ride is very flat, so feel free to take the dog and the kids and Uncle Bert (with the bad knee). The first bit on the canal is where everyone in Brecon goes for an after dinner stroll or to walk the dog, so it is a bit busy but it soon thins out. About ½ a mile out of town you will hit the first bridge which is a dual carriageway carrying the A40 and then another ½ a mile will get you to the next bridge which is the B4558. At this point the canal does a massive S-bend so you can chop off the corner by going onto the bridge (the B4558) and turning right. After a short distance you will come to a right fork signpost Llanfrynach and follow that road into the village. The pub at Llanfrynach is closed (boo-hoo). The third right turn in the village will put you on a very very quiet lane that will lead you to the village of Pencelli and their pub is the Royal Oak with a garden that overlooks the canal and some very reasonably priced pub grub. From there you can just hop back onto the canal path and follow it all the way to Talybont. Talybont, a village with about three people in it has three pubs and a licenced restaurant. I have no idea which one you should choose so I asked Hugh who lives just up the road. Hugh says “The Star is an independent boozer with a zillion ales. If you want posh food, go to the Travellers, if you want chips and keg, The White Hart and if you want a landlord with a bright green Marcos go to the other one”.

Vital Statistics 7 miles. 0ft up. 0ft down.

2. The Stagg at Titley to The New Inn, Pembridge Just up the road from Presteigne this is a favourite with P.E.D.A.L.*. Begin at The Stagg which over twenty years has built up a reputation as THE best gastro pub around. Even if you don’t fancy shelling out for a proper three-course job, the bar snacks are very posh and Email: info@broadsheep.com the beers, wines, excellent and the garden is a pretty nice place to watch the world go by.

Website: www.broadsheep.com Head off from The Stagg on the main road to Kington and after ¼ mile turn left signposted to Lyonshall. Then after 100 yards don’t follow the road round to the right, go straight on up a little lane that you can stay on all the way to Court of Noke (where they have the Spring Greens Festival). There is a bit of a hill at the beginning of that lane but once you have pushed your bike up that, it’s pretty easy going all the way to Pembridge. At the Court of Noke junction go left and then immediately right and this will take you to another junction by what used to be Pembridge Station. Turn right and that leads you into Pembridge. A cafe, a restaurant and two pubs including The New Inn where you can sit outside and get fed massive plates of good value nosh by the very friendly sisters, Jane and Rosie who run this excellent half-timbered pub.

Vital Statistics 5.6 miles. 157ft up. 354ft down.

* P.E.D.A.L. - Presteigne E-bikes, Drunks And Layabouts.

3. The White Lion, Ross-on-Wye to The New Harp Inn, Hoarwithy This ride starts off at The White Lion by the river in Ross. Sitting in the garden by the river with a pint and a scotch egg, I can’t really be bothered to go anywhere. Oh well, I suppose we’d better make the effort as long as there are not too many hills. Up to the roundabout on the A40. Make the kids push their bikes across, it’s really dangerous.

Head off towards Hereford on the A49 but then, second turning fork right signposted Sellack and Hoarwithy. Then a gentle five mile cycle down that road possibly stopping at the rather posh Loughpool at Sellack for a pint until you get to Hoarwithy. Flop down in the garden out the front of The New Harp Inn. I am definitely not going anywhere else today.

Vital Statistics 5 miles. 180ft up. 213ft down 4. The Bells Inn, Almeley via Eardisley to Hay-on-Wye This is a very gentle beast compared with last months ride from The Bridge, Michaelchurch Escley. The Bells is a brilliant place to start a ride as apart from being a friendly little pub, one side of the pub is a grocer come deli and you can stock up on pies and pop to take with you. Come out of the pub car park, turn left then first right and after a few hundred yards left again and then you are on the road to Eardisley. 2½ miles to Eardisley, which must set you up for a quick break at the Tram or the New Strand for a pint and a copy of Broad Sheep. Then down the lane next to the Tram and just follow that lane all the way to Whitney on Wye. Then you have to turn right on to the A438 but only for a few hundred yards. Then you scurry left onto the toll bridge (bikes are free) and then a lovely rolling ride through Clifford to Hay, where a cornucopia of tourist delights awaits you!

Vital Statistics 9.8 miles. 270ft up. 217ft down.

Cover pic: Grandmaster Flash, Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury - 16 June

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HANCOCK & MONKS MUSIC, 6 Broad Street, Hay-on-Wye. Tel: 01591 610555. Specialists in recorded and printed Classical Music for over 40 years. Huge stock of secondhand CDs, sheet music, scores and books on music. Open daily 10.30am - 4.30pm. Online catalogue at www.hancockandmonksmusic.co.uk LEARN GUITAR (ACOUSTIC OR ELECTRIC) Individual tuition for adults 16 plus, music graduate, professional guitarist. Whatever level, you’ll learn songs or music you enjoy. 07729 059847, 01584 876584, paul.wrightson@gmail.com PIANO TUNER AND TECHNICIAN Based in Llanidloes, serving Mid-Wales. Contact Matt 01686 412753 or 07843 440789 or email vicky@mousematt.net VIOLINIST & TEACHER - Emma Gardiner.

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architecture

Call this Architecture?

E ighty-eight years ago, in a move that reeked of self-protection, a group of British architects successfully lobbied Parliament for the creation of a body which came to be known as the Architects Registration Council of the United Kingdom (ARCUK). Among other things, it established under law that designers of buildings in Britain could not hold themselves out as ‘architects’ without appropriate qualifications. It was ‘goodbye’ to all those latter day James Burtons and Thomas Cubitts, who had to revert to being builders.

In February, Herefordshire Council gave planning consent for a 178-unit student accommodation block, to be built alongside Hereford’s Grade II-listed railway station, as the new university’s first halls of residence.

The council’s cabinet member for contracts and assets could barely contain his delight at the decision.

Councillor Bramer described it as “tremendous news….and a wonderful example of a collaborative development….which will deliver one of the most vibrant and well-designed student accommodation projects in the country.” I think he must have been looking at a different set of drawings to the ones I saw on the planning application.

The four- and five-storey building will be close to the site of the former Rockfield DIY store, needlessly demolished in 2013 on the spurious grounds that the building stood in the path of the council’s projected £25-million Link Road. When the dual carriageway’s route was subsequently realigned, it was discovered that the store shouldn’t have been closed down after all. But by then the Wolverson family had banked the settlement. To hide its blushes, Herefordshire Council hastily established a shoppers’ car park. Always a nice little earner.

Across Europe, the establishment of impressive university halls of residence has been a centuries-old tradition. Architecture at its finest. Henley Halebrown’s 2018 Stirling Prize contender Chadwick Hall, for the University of Roehampton, is an outstanding example.

It stands in the grounds of the listed late-18th century Downshire House (so, like Hereford, it had a historic neighbour to respect). Unreservedly Modernist - yet Chadwick Hall, (photo: Nick Kane)

Hereford Station’s new neighbour

timeless - with impeccably detailed dark red brickwork.

What student wouldn’t want to begin their university education living in such an attractive building?

So what is there to say, on the architectural credit side of the balance sheet, for Hereford’s overbearing blockhouse? Do we perceive any stylistic antecedents from the neighbouring Gothic Revival railway station?

Err, no, apart from its cluster of eight steeply pitched roofs. Do the building’s gaunt brick facades mimic similar treatments elsewhere in the city? Not really, apart from Hereford’s notorious Workhouse. Was it the winner of an architectural design competition? Err, no. Herefordshire Council has a marked antipathy for competitions (the last one it organised was almost 20 years ago). This is especially disappointing, given that to the extreme west of the site, work will soon be starting on the Leggo-like Hereford Medical Centre (see Broad Sheep; August 2018), effectively book-ending R.E. Johnson’s majestic 1858 railway station with two items of architectural mediocrity.

ARCUK today is a comatose guard dog, oblivious of the myriad travesties now masquerading as ‘architecture’. Maybe 2019 should see Parliamentary protection enacted for the word ‘architecture’ itself.

Nick Jones

Letters Dear Sir/Madam,

With a number of residents in Presteigne disturbed, distressed and sleep-deprived due to a constant, high(ish) pitch hum emanating from Presteigne industrial estate since the Autumn 2018, I write, for the purpose of helping to remedy the problem, to suggest anyone else so affected contact me for further information and/or share their experiences on pnanderson@gmx.co.uk or 01544 262 110 (afternoons).

Yours faithfully,

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Dr Paul Anderson

Want to have a say in any local housing development?

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EOPLE living in the vicinity of the proposed large housing development at Three Elms on the western edge of Hereford have been consulted on the potential layout of the site, BUT… They are aware that whatever is agreed at outline planning stage may be changed by those developing the site piecemeal over the following years. They therefore wanted a Plan B, which was to establish a Community Land Trust (CLT) that could help influence the future development and hopefully undertake some of it in a way that would really involve the local community.

Not only has Hereford Community Land Trust been formed, but the Herefordshire Centre for Community-Led Housing has also been established, courtesy of some central government funding, which can help groups wishing to develop community-led housing elsewhere in the county. Similar support is available in Shropshire.

CLTs acquire the land on which homes are then built, homes which reflect the size and type that the community feels are required. These are usually low cost homes (to own or rent) so that these are more likely to be in reach of local people who can’t compete with those ‘from off’ moving to the Marches having sold homes in the south-east, notably, worth a Marches’ fortune.

These can include starter homes for young families who help keep communities and local schools flourishing.

Or accessible homes for the elderly who wish to stay in the area they have known and contributed to for years which may be built and sold with local covenants to ensure that when someone moves on, another local person can benefit. It may be that several people wish to come together to build homes that have some communal facility which encourages mutual support over the years. Some may wish to help actually construct their homes, providing what is called ‘sweat equity’ so as to reduce the purchase cost that way. As these examples show, CLTs can be flexible to suit local wishes. But there is a downside: it takes time. It takes time to agree what housing to focus on, to find the best site, to organise the funding, to gain planning permission, and to build.

But you essentially get what you want, and that is the big difference to most housing developments.

their pub. Now they are considering how to provide some affordable housing in the village. Other Local CLTs for housing include Bishop’s Castle who identified a need for affordable accommodation for local workers and built 2 small homes in the town. They too are now working on another project, converting another building to provide more, much needed, rental accommodation.

Currently the Community Housing Fund offers groups opportunities to get projects off the ground with grants at all stages of development. This together with advice from the Centre is kick-starting a move for communities to provide for local housing need themselves. These developments enhance communities in many ways: for example, the build process often boosts the local economy by employing local contractors and consultants; the buildings themselves are often designed in keeping with local styles and to a high sustainable specification which ensures that living costs are cheaper for residents and kinder to the environment.

So, what can you do?

Hereford CLT is actively looking for a small site on which to build a scheme to give it a track record so as to be able to take on a subsequent bigger project, possibly at Three Elms. If you know of a piece of land that might be available, or someone who might own such, then please contact: Andy Johnson (andyjohnson@phonecoop.coop, 01544 327344) If you’re interested in exploring possibilities in your community, simply like the idea and want to know more, want to encourage our county councils to be more pro-active on this front, wish to provide contact details in case you might like to invest in a scheme (money might need to be tied up for 5 or more years, but interest payments are better than those on offer from banks and building societies), then contact Nancy Winfield 07999 925545 hcclh.pm@gmail.com www.hcclh.org.uk.

For the broader picture on CLH the best website is www.communityledhomes.org.uk Andy Johnson

There are now some 500 CLTs across the country, most of which have created housing but some also save community shops and pubs from closure and even support local enterprise such as a bakery or community energy scheme. The core legal principle is that a CLT holds land in perpetuity for the benefit of the community. Often one successful project leads to more. Yarpole has a community shop, and recently successfully purchased

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art POWYS Sidney Nolan Trust, The Rodd, Presteigne LD8 2LL 01544 260149 Until 25 June ‘Nolan’s Time At The Rodd’. Selected pieces from Nolan’s extensive body of innovative work 1983-1992.

Until 29 Sept ‘The Rodd: It’s Landscape, Architecture and People’.

An exhibition in the former Grade II home of Sir Sidney and Lady Nolan.

28 June - 30 Aug ‘Nolan & Ned Kelly’ Print exhibition. Printing, drawing and ceramic workshops throught the month. Open Wed-Fri 11am-4.30pm, Sat, Sun & Bank Holiday Mon 12pm4.30pm. Closed Mon/Tues. Adults £5, gift aid £5.50, concessions £2.50, £2.75 gift aid, F/T students £2.50, under 16s free.

Courtyard Antiques, London House, High St, Presteigne, LD8 2BA 07974 356128 outside normal hours.

June Antique pottery, country furniture and art. Mon-Sat 10am-4pm.

Butter Market, Hay-on-Wye HR3 5AE 07810 530202 1 June ‘Made for Hay’.

Contemporary craft featuring ALI TREGASKES - etched silver.

SHARON CURTIS - lino prints & papercuts. PETER KING - sculpture in metal. LUCY BAXENDALE ceramics & illustration. TANITH ROUSE - anodised jewellery.

GABY DEVITT - woven textiles. BEN HOMER - wood. JULIE WEIR - wildlife artist. MARIANA PAVLOVA - glass.

EMMA BEVAN - textiles.

FRANCESCA KAY - poetry and letterpress. HELEN FOOT - hand weaver. Open 9am-5pm.

Ardent Gallery, 46 High St, Brecon, LD3 7AP 01874 623333 info@ardentgallery.co.uk Until 2 June Applications to exhibit at Ardent Gallery’s Summer Open Art Exhibition 2019. Email ardentgalleryopenart@mail.com for information.

4 - 26 July Ardent Gallery Summer Open Art Exhibition 2019. Mon-Fri 10am-5.30pm, Sat 9am-5.30pm, Sun 11am-4pm.

Caffi Sosban, The Square, Llanwrtyd Wells LD5 4RB 07790 350146 June ‘Nag, Nag, Nag!’ ANNA-LISA COLEMAN - vibrant paintings in celebration of Man vs Horse marathon on 8 June. Open Mon-Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 10am-2pm, closed Wed.

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Tower House Gallery, 29 High St, Knighton LD7 1AT 01547 529530 June Attwood, Stoves, Scantlebury, Connolly, Bearman and Fountain, plus some new leather bags, books and briefcases. Wed-Sat 10am-4.30pm.

The School House Gallery, The Bleddfa Centre, near Knighton, LD7 1PA 01547 550377 8 & 9 June ‘Landscapes’ LOIS HOPWOOD. Sat & Sun, 11am-5pm and Fri & Mon on Bank Holidays.

Court Cupboard Gallery, New Court Farm, Llantillio Pertholey, Abergavenny NP7 8AU 01873 852011 Until 11 July - JANE BEVAN - foraged sculpture. ALISON MOGER - textile and paint. 10.30am-4pm daily.

The Hay Makers, St John’s Place, Hay-on-Wye HR3 5BN 01497 820556 Until 14 July Festival exhibition.

Visiting artists include ANGELA SOULIER - jewellery. SHEILA POPHAM - paintings and prints.

DENISE BROWN & RAMP ceramics. TAMSIN ABBOT - stained glass. SARAH NOEL - ceramic sculpture. Mon-Sat 10.30am-5pm, Sun 11am-4pm.

Assembly Rooms, Presteigne 1 June Artists and Makers Summer Fair. A selection of high quality work from local artists and makers working with natural materials: wood, wool, stone, paper and paint. 10am-3pm.

22 June Courtyard Antiques at The Assembly Rooms, 9am-2pm.

Erwood Station Gallery, Llandeilo Graban, Builth Wells, LD2 3SJ 01982 560674 June A constantly changing mix of materials and styles occupying over 2000 square feet. Complimented by paintings and sculpture, plus seasonal exhibitions. Open daily 10.30am-5pm, tea room closes 4.30pm.

Venues throughout Brecon 8 & 9 June Brecon Town Open Studios 2019. Local artists open up their studio spaces as part of an open studios art trail around Brecon. Open 11am-6pm. www.brecontownopenstudios.co.uk Mid Wales Arts Centre, Caersws, near Newtown 01686 688369 Until 30 June ‘Hidden’. A multimedia exhibition featuring a collective of Llanidloes-based artists.

Throughout the Summer ‘Young Sculptors’ Adventure Trail’.

June ‘John Paddison & His Legacy’.

A celebration of sculpture.

Open Thurs-Sun 11am-4pm.

Knighton Fine Art, 2 Broad Street, Knighton 01547 528052 www.knightonfineart.co.uk knightonfineart@btinternet.com June New Midsummer offerings from: JOHN BRUNSDEN, SUSIE CAWLEY, FRANCES HATCH, CIARA LEWIS, JOHN ORMSBY, MARY POTTER & views of Knighton by ANDY HAZELL, LAURA LUNN, STUART ROPER. British art, crafts and greeting cards.

Wed-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 10am-1pm.

Lion Street Gallery, 6 Lion St, Hay-on-Wye HR3 5AA 01497 822900 June Showcasing some of the very best artists from Wales and the Borders. Open 10.30am-5pm daily except Tues, Sun 11.30am-4pm.

Newtown Textile Museum, 5-7 Commercial St, Newtown, SY16 2BL 01686 622024 www.newtowntextilemuseum.co.uk June ‘Designed for Liberty’. From the 1980’s an exhibition of fashion, fabric and photographs. Open Tues, Thurs & Fri 12-4pm, Sat 10.30am-4pm and Bank Holiday Mondays 12-4pm. Free.

Andrew Lamont Gallery, Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, Canal Wharf, Brecon 01874 611622 Until 29 June ‘Similarites and Differences’. Artwork by members of Powys People First. Open theatre times.

Minerva Arts Centre, Llanidloes 01686 413467 8 June - 6 July Wool and Willow Festival. An indoor selling fair of handmade goods from natural materials crafted by artisans from Wales and the Borders. Plus a varied programme of workshops. Open 10.30am-4.30pm.

Cheese & Butter Market, Hay-on-Wye 07866 843538 Every Fri & Sat Flea & Vintage Market.

Vintage clothing, bric a brac, antiques and jewellery. Open 9am-5pm.

The Workhouse Studio, Presteigne Industrial Estate 01544 267864 June Rare antique carpets and kilims.

Plus locally made pottery, art materials, textiles, haberdashery, jewellery, cards and gifts. Cafe. Mon-Sat 10am-4pm.

Hallam Wood, The Chapel Gallery, Bromyard

Amanda Hillier, Aardvark Books, Brampton Bryan, near Bucknell

Peter Kotka, Greenstage Gallery, Bishop’s Frome

Black Mountain Bronze, Apple Store Gallery, Hereford

Petr Horacek, Tinsmiths, Ledbury

HEREFORDSHIRE The Table, 43 Lion St, Hay-on-Wye 01497 822802 www.thetablehay.com Until 2 June HELEN BOOTH & STEWART MACINDOE. 8 - 29 June ‘Clay and Lime’ TIM LAKE & JOE MORRIS. 6 - 27 July ALAN HARROLD. Open Thurs-Sat 10am-4pm.

Andrew Logan Museum of Sculpture, Berriew, SY21 8PJ 01686 640689 June Sculpture, jewellery, original costumes and memorabilia. Open Sat, Sun and Bank Holiday, 12-4pm, £3 adults, £1.50 students.

The Drawing Room, 10 High Town, Hay-on-Wye HR3 5AE gallery@thedrawingroomathay.uk Until 2 June’Riposte’ Mixed media, an artist’s response to the word of the poet. Open Thurs-Sat 10.30am-4pm, Sun 11am-3pm.

Rhayader Museum & Gallery, CARAD, East St, Rhayader, LD6 5ER 01597 810561 1 June ‘Rock, Root, River’.

Installations, soundscapes and film of Elan’s living landscapes.

7 - 14 June Cylch Meithrin Rhaeadre Children’s art works and Enchanted Landscapes installations. Tues-Fri 10am-4pm, most Sats 10am-12pm.

Museum of Modern Art, Tabernacle, Heol Penrallt, Machynlleth SY20 8AJ 01654 703355 info@moma.machynlleth.org.uk Until 22 June ‘The Lost Whaling Stations of the Sub-Antarctic’. THEO CRUTCHLEY-MACK - paintings.

Until 22 June The Welsh Group.

Until 22 June The Tabernacle Collection. Recent acquisitions.

Until 8 June ‘Rock & BodySCAPE’.

IAN JACOB. Until 22 June ‘Yo lo fi’ KEITH BAYLISS. Until 27 July ‘The Moon’. BOB WINTER, ANDREW McCARTHY & ROBERT PRICE - photographs.

Plus a selection of works from the Tabernacle Collection, each one featuring a moon. Open Mon-Sat 10am-4pm.

Oriel Davies Gallery, Newtown 01686 625041 Until 5 June ‘In Between the Folds are Particles’. ANNA FALCINI. 1 June ‘Migrations’. Dance film.

29 June - 11 Sept ‘Twist’ CECILE JOHNSON SOLIZ - drawing and sculpture. Mon-Sat 10am-5pm.

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Market Hall, Kington 07867 483135 15 June Art and Crafts by local designer makers. Paper art, handbags, waistcoats and other textiles, paintings, prints and cards, ironmongery, alpaca products, jewellery, turned wood, ceramics, glassware and more. 9.30am-3pm.

Plus KLEEN Repair Cafe on site.

Canwood Gallery, Checkley HR1 4NF www.canwoodgallery.com 4 June - 7 July ‘Face to Face’.

Artistsworkshouse. Mixed media, paintings, sculpture and installations.

Open Tues-Sun 11am-4pm.

Hereford Museum & Art Gallery, Broad St, Hereford 01432 260692 Until 24 Aug ‘Master and Student: Wood Engravings’. SARAH VAN NIEKERK & HARRY BROCKWAY. Open Mon-Thurs & Sat 10am-4pm, Fri 10am-6.30pm, Adults £3.50, children £2, under 5s free, family £8.50.

Tobias James Art & Framing Gallery, St Owen St, Hereford 07760 316959 June Works by local and national artists.

Wobage Makers Gallery, Upton Bishop, Ross on Wye HR9 7QP 01989 780495 June Contemporary craft work by makers BEN CASSON - furniture and treen. CLYDE HOARE - baskets and willow weaving. CLAIR HODGSON silver, gold and precious stone jewellery. PATIA DAVIS, SHEILA HERRING, ANDREW McGARVA, JEREMY STEWARD, PETRA STEWARD - ceramics. CLARE McGARVA - textiles.

Open Thurs-Sat 10am-5pm.

The Chapel, 2 Forbury Chase, Sherford St, Bromyard HR7 4DL www.thechapelbromyard.com 22 - 30 June ‘Small Works’. Artworks no bigger than a footprint. Open 11am-5pm with pop-up cafe. Closed Mon & Tues.

Pop Up Shop, Unit 17, 7 Gomond St, Maylords, Hereford HR1 2DT 01432 271261 www.herefordetsyteam.com 17 June - 28 July HEREFORD ETSY TEAM. Individual makers and artists showcase and sell their work. Also seating and a children’s play table.

Open daily, Mon- Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 11am-4pm.

Artistree, Above the Heritage Centre, Church Lane, Ledbury www.artistreegallery.org June ARTISTREE, co-operative of local artists, paintings, sculpture, furniture, photographs, ceramics, glass, textile and encaustic work.

Wed-Sun 10.30am-4.30pm.

The Courtyard, Hereford 01432 340555 Until 30 June ‘Cultivate @ Courtyard’. A new visual arts project for ages 16-25 years with a link to Herefordshire to showcase their work and receive mentorship from a professional artist.

6 July - 4 Aug ‘Hidden’. Exhibition featuring the work of a group of contemporary artists based in Hereford.

Run by Herefordshire Mind.

Open theatre times.

Weavers Gallery, Church Lane, Ledbury 07881 926661 Until 2 June ‘Forty Shades of Red’.

Celebrating the 40th anniversary of The Quilters’ Guild of the British Isles.

3 - 9 June ‘Telling Stories’. New textile art by DEBORAH COLLUM. Eaton Bishop Village Hall www.eatonbishopvillagehall.btck.co.uk Open 10am-4.30pm.

1 June & 6 July Village Market. Local 10 - 16 June KATE CULLING, JENNIE produce, crafts and gifts. Kitchen cafe JANES & JANE FOOT - paintings and encaustic art. Open Mon 2-5.30pm, open. 10am-12pm.

4 June Eaton Bishop Village Hall AGM, Tues 10am-5.30pm, Sun 10am-2pm.

17 - 23 June RACHEL SUDWORTH & 7pm, all welcome.

PADDY DYSON - landscape paintings South Chapel, All Saint’s Church, and photography. 10.30am-4pm.

Hereford 01432 370414 24 - 30 June ‘Base Elements’.

3 - 8 June HEREFORD LEISURE MALVERN CONTEMPORARY PAINTERS. ARTISTS - paintings, jewellery, textiles 10 - 15 June GOLDEN VALLEY and woodturning. 10.30am-4.30pm.

CRAFT SOCIETY - craft sale.

4 - 14 July ‘Quartets’. Exhibition of 18 - 23 June Exhibition and sale of Indian silks and saris with Jan Bishop. textile art inspired by TS Eliot’s group of poems. Part of Ledbury Poetry 25 - 30 June SIAN THOMAS - handFestival. made stained glass. Exhibition and 5 - 14 July BookArt Exhibition. sale of Nepalese handicrafts by Part of Ledbury Poetry Festival.

PREETI THAPA. Open daily 10am-5pm, Mon-Sat 9.30am-5.30pm.

Gallery 54, 54 High St, Ross-on-Wye 01989 567917 June Beautiful new work from JOHN MAXWELL STEEL, MARIA PIERIDES, STUART ELLIS & ALISON MacGREGOR GRIMLEY. Open Thurs-Sat 10am-4pm.

Lion Gallery, Broad St, Leominster 01568 611898 June Contemporary ceramics, paintings, jewellery, prints.

Open Mon-Sat 10am-5pm.

Blue Ginger Gallery, Cradley, WR13 5NW 01886 880240 www.blue-ginger.com Until 2 June ‘Summer is a Cumin’.

An exhibition of new work by British artists to welcome the start of British Summertime.

5 June - 14 July ‘Remedy for Melancholy’. An uplifting collection of work celebrating cheerfulness.

ADRIENNE CRADDOCK collagraphs, monoprints, small box reliefs. SHELLIE BYATT - paintings, collage, mixed media, small box reliefs. KATE DUFFETT - handmade wicker baskets. IRENE DICKSON small silkscreen prints.

ANNELIESE APPLEBY - printed textiles. Wed-Sun 10am-5pm.

Made in the Marches Gallery, 12 Church St, Kington, HR5 3AZ 07544 368547 www.madeinthemarches.com June ‘Hiraeth’ – Exploring concepts of home, belonging and nostalgia for places remembered and imagined.

Featuring PAUL BAINES, JILL BARNEBY, GILL DAVIES, BRITTANY DAVIS, REBECCA FINNEY, NANCY FROST, LORENZO GAVARINI, MICHAEL HANCOCK, LIZ HARRIS, SARAH JAMESON, JANE KEAY, CELIA KIBBLEWHITE, DEBBIE MARSH, MALCOLM MELLEN, DEE MILLS, DAVE MULLIN, NAOMI OCEAN, DAVID PACKWOOD, RACHEL RICKETS, PAT SIMON, HELEN SMITH, MARY SMITH, PAT THOMPSON, ALYS WALL, CARA WILLIAMS, ZOE WRIGHT. Beautiful work from local artists and makers, including ceramics, paintings, prints, textiles, jewellery, sculpture, stone, wood, metal and willow, cards and gifts. Commissions and vouchers available. See website for details of demonstrations & workshops.

Open Tues–Sat, 10am-5pm. Thurs 10am-2pm in Term Time for Art Class.

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Leominster Museum, Etnam St, Leominster HR6 8AL 01568 615186 www.leominstermuseum.org.uk June ‘Sunday Best including the Unmentionables’. Exhibition from the Victorian era. Open Mon-Sat 10am-4pm, free admission.

Tinsmiths, 8a High St, Ledbury 01531 632083 1 June – 13 July ‘On The Wall’.

Original Paintings by PETR HORACEK. Petr’s children’s books are read to children worldwide. This exhibition is a chance to see original works by this exceptional artist, author and illustrator . Strange animals, people and places – these are paintings he makes just for fun but maybe some characters will crop up in print too! Tues-Sat 10-5pm.

Upstairs, Market House, Ross-on-Wye 01989 770776 www.artsinthemarches.co.uk Until 30 June ‘Celebration of Fire & Water’. MADE IN ROSS 4th anniversary exhibition. New works including woodwork, paintings, textiles, jewellery, sculpture, metalwork, mosaics and murch more. Open daily 10am-4pm.

Hereford Cathedral’s Mappa Mundi & Chained Library 01432 374258 Until 1 June ‘Creatures of the Mappa Mundi’. Part of ‘Hidden Gems’.

YINKA SHONIBARE MBE (RA).

Inspired by the map and its foreign creatures he has created new textile work. Meadow Arts.

Apple Store Gallery, Unit 1, Rockfield Road, Hereford, HR1 2UA 01432 263937 Until 29 June Black Mountain Bronze.

Bronze cast sculptures and photographs.

Until 29 June TOTTIE AARVOLD photographs. Open Wed-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat 10am-1pm.

Framing available.

Greenstage Gallery, Hop Pocket, Bishop’s Frome WR6 5BT 01885 490839 Until 7 July ROB VAN HOEK, PIERRE WILLIAMS, SALLY STAFFORD, ROB RITCHIE, BETH RICHARDSON, PETER KOTKA, PAUL POWIS, BRIAN DENINGTON & JO LUCAS. Open Thurs-Sun or by appointment.

Mike Gell, Contemporary British Jewellery, 3 East Street, Hereford.

01432 278226 Jewellery, silverware and studio glass by more than 70 designers.

Open Mon - Sat,10am - 5pm.

Old Chapel Gallery, Pembridge 01544 388842 www.oldchapelgallery.co.uk Throughout the year ‘Shadows on the Grass’. Garden Sculpture exhibition. Unique sculptures in a variety of media by HELEN SINCLAIR, NEIL LOSSOCK, DAVID ENGLAND, PAUL BEARMAN, ANN CAMPBELL, DAVID HOWARTH, ANDREW ROACHE and more.

Until 30 June Hay Festival exhibition.

Sculpture, stained glass, ceramics, paintings and original prints. Including new work by TAMSIN ABBOTT, BARBARA SHAW, HANNAH WILLOW and more. Open 11am-5pm, Sun 11am-4pm. Tues by appointment.

The Art Shop, Cross St, Abergavenny NP7 5EH 01873 852690 15 June - 3 July ‘Rounds’. NIK RAMAGE. 16 June - 10 Aug Mixed Summer Show. ANNETTE MARIE TOWNSEND, LILY IRWIN, SHELAGH WILSON, CORNELIA O’DONOVAN MA RCA, ANDREA McLEAN, AMY CHUCKBURGH & MAGGIE JOHNSON Tues-Sat 9.15am-5pm.

Creates Gallery & Coffee Shop, Dean Heritage Centre, Camp Mill, Soudley, Forest of Dean GL14 2UB 07535 160712 www.createsgallery.com Until 23 June ‘Altered Realities’.

Contemporary fine art photography by JOHN BROOKS & CRHISTOPHER NEWBERRY. Mon-Sun 10am-5pm.

Malvern Library, Graham Rd, Malvern, WR14 2HU www.malvernrockarchive.org.uk 1 - 29 June ‘It Was Only Rock ‘n’ Roll, But We Liked It’. An exhibition celebrating popular music at Malvern Winter Gardens 1961-1990.

Open Mon, Thurs, Fri 9am-5pm, Tues, Wed 9am-7pm, Sat 9am-4pm.

The Hive, Sawmill Walk, The Butts, Worcester, WR1 3PD www.malvernrockarchive.org.uk 2 - 30 July ‘It Was Only Rock ‘n’ Roll, But We Liked It’. An exhibition celebrating popular music at Malvern Winter Gardens 1961-1990.

Open daily 8.30am-10pm.

Creates Gallery, Contemporary Fine Art, 15 Church St, Monmouth NP25 5DZ 07535 160712 www.createsgallery.com Until 31 Aug ‘Summer Exhibition’. Fine art, sculpture, glass, ceramics and jewellery by Master Jeweller, PAUL HATTON. Tues-Fri 10am-3pm, Sat 10am-4pm.

SHROPSHIRE Bishop’s Castle Town Hall 01588 630023 1 - 29 June ‘Behind The Curtain Presents’ JANE FARRINGTON unusual artworks exploring the magical world of theatre - mixed media, drawing and collage.

1 June Antiques and Flea Market.

9am-4pm.

6 July - 3 Aug ‘A Miscellany of Acryllics’. DIANA NUTTALL. Local landscapes, treescapes, Iceland and Venice scenes.

6 July Antiques and Flea Market.

9am-4pm.

Various venues throughout Bishop’s Castle www.bcopenstudios.co.uk 7 - 9 June Bishop’s Castle Open Studios 2019, Art & Artisans Weekend. To include printmaking, painting, textiles, jewellery, sculpture, ceramics, stained glass, contemporary and much more. Open 10am-5pm, free entry, see website for details.

Smithy Studio, Brampton Bryan SY7 0DH 07811 042478 June English rustic homewares, fine art and craft. Local makers.

Contemporary turned wood, slipware, Welsh lavender products, textiles, cards and gifts. Thurs - Sat and Bank Holiday Mon 11am-4pm.

CUP Ceramics Community Become a member of our beautiful open-access ceramics studio in Hereford and gain access to excellent equipment, storage and firings all for an affordable monthly fee. It’s like a gym for potters!

For more information just get in touch.

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Unit 10, Foley Trading Estate, Hereford For more details of what’s coming up email info@cupceramics.com or visit www.cupceramics.com @cupceramics /cupceramics Or call 07855868771

Ludlow Fringe Festival 01584 705070, www.ludlowfringe.co.uk 15 - 30 June Ludlow Arts Trail at multiple venues, 11am-5pm, free, pick up a map and guide.

15 June Sculpture on the Green.

Children’s and family workshop, Millennium Green, 11am-4pm, free.

15 June Makers Market. Castle Square, 10am-4pm.

22 June Exploring Printmaking with Amanda Hillier. Appleteme, Corve St, 10am-4pm, £65.

Twenty Twenty Gallery, 4 Quality Square, Ludlow 01584 875363 Until 8 June RICHARD BAWDEN & ALFRED STOCKHAM - new work from two established British artists.

15 June - 13 July ‘A Melodic Line’.

Curated by James Campbell.

Paintings, pottery, prints and sculpture.

Tues-Sat 10am-5pm.

Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery, The Music Hall, Market Square, Shrewsbury SY1 1LG 01743 258881 Until 24 June ‘Discover 150 Years of Morris & Company in Shropshire’.

1 June - 3 Nov ‘Drawn of the Dead’.

The comic art of CHARLIE ADLARD. 1 & 2 June ‘Comics Salopia’. An international free entry festival celebrating the medium of comic art.

Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 11am-4pm.

Single, dated listings are free.

Ongoing workshops, £40 per year.

FBC Manby Bowdler Gallery, Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury 01743 281281 Until July ‘Encounters’. A collaboration between visual artists and poets.

Until 20 July ‘Hidden Lives to Open Lives’ The National Festival of LGBT History. Open Mon-Sat from 10am, free admission.

The Photo Space, Quality Square, Ludlow SY8 1AR 0330 900 0290 www.thePhotoSpace.co.uk Until 14 June Level 5 Collective. An exhibition by 2nd year degree students at Hereford College of Arts.

25 June - 26 July ‘Unfamiliar Territory’.

Curated by Paul Hill and Maria Falconer. Wed-Sat 10.30am-4.30pm.

Various venues throughout Shrewsbury www.shrewsburyopenstudios.co.uk 8 & 9, 15 & 16 June Shrewsbury Open Studios 2019. See website for details.

Aardvark Books, The Bookery, Manor Farm, Brampton Bryan, Bucknell, SY7 0DH 01547 530744 1 - 16 June ‘Out of the Hills 2019’.

A group exhibition featuring the work of JASON & JULIENNE BRAHAM, NIK BURNS, JULIE COOPER, ANNA CUMMING, KIM & MAGGIE DAVIS, AMANDA HILLIER, IVAN JONES, KINKI GLASS & JANE WELLS. Paintings, sculpture, ceramics, wood, prints, mixed media and glass.

All work for sale, free entry.

Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm.

Art & Craft Workshops

QUILTING WORKSHOPS Available at Hay on Wye, Hereford + Ledbury. All levels taught. Beginners welcome. Small groups. Expert tuition. Contact Jacqueline on 01981 501043.

Bee-spokequilts@hotmail.com ALEX ALLPRESS POTTERY SCHOOL - POTTERY WORKSHOPS Newbridge on Wye, Mid Wales.

Pottery Workshops, tuition, courses.

Half day, tasters or full day. Bespoke family/group/school and corporate team building. Book my studio or I can come to you. Throwing, slab, coil and hand building work. DBS checks. 20 Exp. Daily 9am-5pm, Late till 10pm.

By Appointment Only. 01982 552854 / alexallpressceramics@gmail.com / alexallpress.co.uk GINN’S CREATIVE WORKSHOPS Discover your creative potential at one of my workshops covering, Art, Textiles and Sewing Techniques, catering for the experienced and inexperienced. Flexible dates to suit you. Guided by Ginn with over 30 years in teaching art & design.

01432 760961.

CREATIVE BREAKS Learn a new skill and explore your creativity with experienced tutors.

We offer a wide range of courses throughout the year:- Basketmaking, Enamelled Jewellery, Felt making, Glass Fusing, Hand Block Printing, Hedgerow Medicine, Mosaics, Painting, Pastels, Photography, Plant Dyeing, Spinning and Weaving, Pottery, Rag Rug Making, Sewing, Stained Glass, Stonecarving, Woodblock printing and Upholstery. For full details visit www.creativebreaks.co.uk Make it yourself - take it home treasure it – or give it with pride!

NATURAL HISTORY ILLUSTRATION COURSES In Ludlow & Acton Scott 30 May & 20 June Mosses, Liverworts & Lichens 27 & 28 June Intriguing Insects Autumn Term Botanical Illustration Aberystwyth University accredited www.aber.ac.uk/cy/lifelong-learning learning@aber.ac.uk 01970 621580

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STONE CARVING WORKSHOPS Monthly in Llangarron. HR9 6PH. Lead by Glenn Morris, experienced trainer and sculptor. Suitable for beginners and those with some experience. Full tuition and guidance tools, safety equipment and homemade refreshments. Contact Frances@artsinthemarches. co.uk or call 01989 770776.

SILK SCREEN PRINTING CLASSES With Sunny Todd. 5 week evening classes, 6.309.30pm, £150. New Friday taster session 10am-1pm, £50. Small class sizes, outstanding tuition, homemade refreshments, classes suitable for all, beginners to experienced. Studio in Ledbury. Details 07527 048749, email sunnytoddprints@outlook.com www.ginnscreativeworkshops.co.uk June THE ARTHOUSE STUDIO Creative workshops including lino printing, glass fusing, jewellery making, fabric printing, traditional glass painting, stained glass. The Art House Studio, Weobley, 07467 941208, www.thearthousestudio.co.uk June TRUMPET CORNER WORKSHOPS 3 June - Fun morning for beginners, sketch, draw and paint with Kate Culling. 10am-1pm, £30, 07545 331587.

8 & 18 June - Furzie Wool Sculpture Courses, 10am-4.30pm, £55, 01594 516906. Mons - Knit, Stitch & Natter Group, 1-4pm, £2. Weds - Knit and Craft Group, 10am-1pm, £2. Weds - General silver classes, 10am-12.30pm, £125 for block of 5 classes. Sat monthly - General silver classes, 10am-12.30pm, £40.

Trumpet Corner Tea Room & Gallery, near Ledbury, 01531 670082.

June MID WALES ARTS CENTRE WORKSHOPS Pottery sessions. Every week - 1-1 pottery tutorials on throwing. Wed - Pottery & Ceramic Sculpture Club for all ages and abilities, 7-9pm. Thurs Adult Pottery & Ceramic Sculpture Club, all abilities, 2-4pm. Thurs Children’s Pottery & Ceramic Sculpture Club, all abilities, 5-6.30pm. First Sat - Family session, 2-4pm.

Mid Wales Arts Centre, Caersws, 07970 671819.

June EASTNOR POTTERY Potter’s wheel fun for families, couples and individuals during June. Tues-Sat 10am-4pm. Potter’s wheel projects start at £30 inclusive of firing & glazing. Fabulously creative indoor activity. Potter’s wheel workshop Sat 22 June. Spend the day relaxing and creating pots on the potter’s wheel. £150. Includes materials, refreshments and lunch. Simply email admin@eastnorpottery.co.uk or tel 01531 633886 to book or for more details.

June CLASSES AT THE OLD SCHOOL, WHITTON Introduction to Welsh quilting followed by a six week afternoon or evening class learning to work one technique each week. Forthcoming classes, furniture restoration and upholstery, rag rug, Kantha and Boro stitching (quilting traditions from India and Japan). Details 01547 550155 or www.radnorshireartsandcraftsfoundation.org June THE GLOBE, HAY ON WYE WORKSHOPS Every Sunday - Lego Club, 11am, free. Every Tuesday - Chess Club, 4.15pm, free, contact Drew on 07714 767779. One Tuesday a month - Globemakers (25 June) - an informal craft group, 7.30pm, further details contact corin@lordburgess.co.uk The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 01497 821762.

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June ORIEL DAVIES GALLERY WORKSHOPS 1 & 14 June, 6 July & 7 Sept - workshops, 10.15am1.30pm, £20/£17. 18 June - Colour Exploration with Tereska Shepherd, 10am-3.30pm. Oriel Davies Gallery, Newtown, 01686 625041.

June THE ART SHOP & CHAPEL WORKSHOPS 29 June - Drawing the Garden with Alli Neal. Materials provided. In the Chapel Garden, inside if wet. The Art Shop & Chapel, Cross St, Abergavenny, 01873 852690.

June & July SHREWSBURY MUSEUM & ART GALLERY WORKSHOPS Every Friday (term time only) Mini Mammoths, 10am11.30am. 24 June & 15 July - Explorers for ages 6 months - 2 years, £6, 10am-11.30am. 25 June & 16 July - Squigglers for ages 2-4years, £6, 10.30am-11.30am.

29 June & 13 July - Doodlers for ages 4-10 years, £12, 10am-12pm. 12 June - Animal Magnetism, creative writing about the animal world for adults with Kate Innes, 10am-12.30pm, £67 includes refreshments. 14 June & 11 Oct - Embroideries of the Corbett Bed, a practical day course, 10.30am-3.30pm, £30 per day. Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery, 01743 258881.

June THE HIVE, BELMONT WORKSHOPS Fri - Buzzy Beats for under 5s. Creative, music filled workshop with Mary Keith, 10.30am, £6. 5 July - Messy Play for the under 5s, 10.30am, £12 per child, £11 sibling. The Hive, Belmont, Shrewsbury, 01743 234970.

June ASSEMBLY ROOMS, WORKSHOPS Twice monthly, Tues, Oscars, 7.30pm, Ludlow Photographic Club, 01584 879180. First Thurs, Studio, 7.30pm, Ludlow Arts Society, talks and demonstrations, 01584 831458. Fri, Studio, 10am-4pm, Life and Portrait Workshop, contact Chris Bean, 01584 841668.

Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 01584 878141.

June CUP CERAMICS 9 June - One Day Course, 10am-4pm, £95 includes lunch, 4 pots glazed and fired. Cup Ceramics, Unit 10, Foley Trading Estate, Hereford, 07855 868771, www.cupceramics.com June LOUDWATER STUDIO WORKSHOPS 7 June - Bunting Bags with Sandra, 10.30am-3.30pm, £40. 7 June - Willow Weaving Garden Dragonflies.

10.30am-3.30pm, £40. 21 June - Dog Clay Sculpture with Stella, 10.30am-3.30pm, £45. Regular Acitivites: 21 June - Beginners Crochet, 10.30am-1.30pm, £15.

4 & 18 June - Needle-Craft and Natter, 10.30am-12.30pm, free. 5 & 19 June - Pottery for All, 10.30am-12.30pm, £5 plus clay costs.

12 & 26 June - Knit and Natter at Ludlow Library, free, 10.15am-12.15pm. 11 & 25 June - Pottery for All, 1.30pm-3.30pm, £5 plus clay costs. 6 & 20 June - Knit & Natter at St Laurence’s Church, 1.15pm-3.15pm, free.

2nd and 4th Fridays - Sewing for Pleasure, 10.30am-1.30pm, £15. 6 & 27 June - Natural History Illustration with Katy Alston, 12-3pm, £12 (runs every 3 weeks). Group Activities for Disabled Adults: 2nd & 4th Tuesday each month - Tuesday Creative, 10.30am-12.30pm, £10. 2nd & 4th Wednesday each month - Craft ‘n’ Sew, 1.30pm-3.30pm, £10. Loudwater Studio, Bromfield Rd, Ludlow, 01584 877272. www.loudwaterstudio.org.uk

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June COURTYARD WORKSHOPS 1 June - Pre-Activity to film, Paper chain monkeys, 10.30am. 8 June - Pre-Activity to What the Moon Saw a dance taster session with 2Faced Dance, 10.30am.

15 June - Pre-Activity to Reaching Out, Drama warm up games, 10.30am. 22 & 29 June - Pre-Activity to Aladdin film, make a magic carpet, 10.30am. Thurs - Life Drawing, 10am-1pm, £7. Tues - Playing Together, bringing older people and pre-school age together. Dementia friendly. The Courtyard, Hereford, 01432 340555.

June & July PEAK STUDIO WORKSHOPS 3, 17, 24 June - Basket Making, 10am-2.30pm.

4, 11, 18, 25 June - Printmaking, 10am-1pm.

15 June & 13 July - TRIBE, 2-4.30pm.

25 June, 2, 9, 16 July - Life Writing, 2-4pm.

29 June & 27 July - Life Drawing, 10am-3pm.

Peak, Brecon Rd, Crickhowell, NP8 1DG, 01873 811579.

June ACCREDITED NATURAL HISTORY ILLUSTRATION COURSES In Ludlow and Acton Scott with Aberystwyth University, www.aber.ac.uk/cy/lifelong-learning. Join our friendly informative classes to gain new skills. 30 May & 20 June - Mosses, Liverworts and Lichens. 27 & 28 June Intriguing Insects. Autumn Term - Botanical Illustrations.

Details 01970 621580 or email learning@aber.ac.uk Beginning Tues 4 June CROCHET SAMPLER BLANKET OR SCARF Project lessons. A 7 week course. Wyeside, Builth Wells, 7-8pm, £56, 01982 552555.

Wed 5, 12 & 19 June BE INSPIRED BY NATURE Three art days tutored by Sandy Craig. The Pales Quaker Meeting House, Llandegley, 10am-4pm, www.thepales.org.uk

Wed 7, 12 & 19 June ART AT THE PALES “Inspired by Nature’. Three workshops with Sandy Craig.

Drawing, printmaking and painting. £20 each or £50 for three. The Pales, Llandegley, www.thepales.org.uk June BLEDDFA WORKSHOPS 29 June - Monoprinting with Catherine Wynne-Paton, 9.30am, £45 plus £8 for lunch if required. The Bleddfa Centre, Bleddfa, near Knighton, 01547 550377.

Sat 15 June ITALIC WITH A TWIST Calligraphy workshop for all levels particularly beginners with tutor Nick ‘The Nibs’ Caulkin. Monkland Village Hall, 10am-4pm, £18 members, £21 visitors, please book, 01544 327657. Marches Scribes.

Sat 15 & Sun 16 June BREAKFAST TRAY & JARDINIERE Basket making with Jenny Crisp.

135 Bargates, Leominster, 10am-5pm, £180, (£50 deposit required). Tools, materials and lunch all included.

01568 615079 or email basket@jennycrisp.co.uk Sat 22 - Sun 30 June ANNUAL MARQUEE OF MAKING A week of workshops including Mosiacs with Amanda Anderson, Textiles with Kathleen Murphy, Jewellery with Janis Waldron, Drypoint Printing with Adrienne Craddock, Felted Creatures with Karin Celestine and Rag-Rugging with Jenni Stuart-Anderson. Blue Ginger Gallery, Cradley, WR13 5NW 01886 880240, www.blue-ginger. com Wednesdays LIFE DRAWING Small, informal, non taught group. The Workhouse, Presteigne, LD8 2UF, 7-9pm. sarahredway@gmail.com

ARTISTS & MAKERS AT THE ASSEMBLY ROOMS, PRESTEIGNE

8th June - 6 July 2019 Minerva Arts Centre Llanidloes, Powys, SY18 6BY

SatURDAY 1st JUNE 10AM

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SUMMER FAIR. New work from local artists and makers.

Working with Wood, Silver, Stone, Wool, Paper, Print and Clay, plus other natural materials. with tea and vegan cakes.

ENQUIRIES 01544 260777

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An indoor selling fair of hanmade goods from natural materials (mainly wool and willow), crafted by artisans from Wales and the borders.

Come and visit us in picturesque mid-Wales. Varied programme of Workshops available.

Free Admission Open 7 days a week 10.30am - 4.30pm

www.woolandwillowfestival.org

GEORGINA FRANKLIN Jewellery Individual Contemporary Design Commissions undertaken

Please see website for studio opening times.

www.georginafranklin.co.uk

The Forum, 18 Market Square, Tenbury Wells, Worcs. WR15 8EA

Phone 01584 810085

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cinema Music is the Food of Movies

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KAY, the above title is somewhat jokey, but not entirely misleading inasmuch that films based on musical subjects, not to mention those that are flat-out all-singing, all-dancing musicals, have long been a reliable ingredient for box office success.

In recent years the former category has included such stellar examples as the fabulous Lady Gaga/Bradley Cooper remake of A STAR IS BORN, sixty-somethings Julianne Moore and Meryl Streep not entirely credibly playing fading rockstars in WHAT MASIE KNEW and RICKI & THE FLASH respectively, and in an engaging if underappreciated (?!) genre, the low-budget punk rock horrorshow that was GREEN ROOM, co-starring an especially unpleasant 76 year-old Patrick Stewart (though, obviously not as a punk rocker). As far as full-blown musicals are concerned, well of course there have been a brace of MAMA MIAs, unlikely songbirds Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone hoofing their way through the highly entertaining LA LA LAND, and equally unlikely songbirds Russell Crowe and Hugh Jackman warbling as best they can in LES MISERABLES. Bohemian Rhapsody

And right now we have yet more and largely successful efforts to mine audiences’ evidently insatiable appetite for a good tune and a story well told, most notably BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY which is part musical, part biopic and overall a worthy four time Oscar winner. Even those who are not fans of Queen’s pomp-rock oeuvre should try and catch this truly compelling account of what is really the story of hedonistic, out-of-the-closet frontman Freddie Mercury (a convincing Rami Malek), culminating with their majestic finale at 1985 when Mercury (neé Zanzibarian student Farrokh Bulsara) was already dying of an HIVrelated illness. That 20 minute Live Aid concert footage is actually the real band and it’s testimony to Malik and his fellow actors, and of course director Bryan Singer (THE USUAL SUSPECTS, X-MEN APOCALYPSE) that the film’s recreated performances are just about as convincing.

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A near contemporary of Mercury, namely Elton John, is the subject of director Dexter Fletcher’s ROCKETMAN, named, you’ll recall, after one of the singer/songwriter’s greatest hits. You may recall that Fletcher coincidentally was called in to complete the aforementioned BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY after Brian Singer fell out with that film’s producers, and he also has form with larger-than-life characters via his EDDIE THE EAGLE biopic. Advance word on his latest effort is that Taron Egerton (the KINGSMAN series) as Pinner pianoman Reg Dwight, who later became the

Rocketman

multi-platinum superstar is utterly convincing and Richard Madden, notable in BBCtv’s BODYGUARD) has bulked up nicely to become John’s fiery manager, John Reid, and a plethora of sex’n’drugs’n’rock’n’roll make this a very entertaining watch. Which obviously bodes well for biopics of two other rock legends Keith Moon and David Bowie that are already in the works.

However I must end with a more obscure musical hero – well of mine, anyway – who is the subject of Swedish writer/director Malik Bendjeilloul’s sole work, SEARCHING FOR SUGAR MAN which will receive a rare outing at the Hive, Belmont this month. The titular ‘Sugarman’ was a Detroit-based Mexican folk-rocker, Sixto Rodriguez, who made two well-reviewed but appallingly marketed albums in the early 1970s – both recorded in London, fact fans – before promptly disappearing… and to a rumoured suicide. He had instead become a construction worker but unbeknownst to him in that pre-internet era, his records became huge hits in South Africa where he was heralded as the ‘new Dylan’ and outsold Elvis. Bendjeilloul’s film follows two of his true believer fans seeking him out which eventually enabled the philosophically modest Rodriguez to rediscover his musical ambitions. Ultimately it’s a hugely moving film about the ephemeral nature of stardom that showcases the singer’s wonderful songs, not least the achingly beautiful ‘Crucify Your Mind’ which, once again trivia lovers, also played over the title sequence of another great indie film about the vagaries of fate, 2018’s AMERICAN ANIMALS. Mark Williams

Searching for Sugar Man

BOOTH’S BOOKSHOP 7 - 13 June ROCKETMAN (ctbc) Richard Booth’s Bookshop, Hay-on-Wye. 01497 820322

BRECON FILM SOCIETY 3 June PRINCE OF NOTHINGWOOD (15) Doors open 7.15pm for 7.30pm start.

Brecon Coliseum Cinema, Wheat St, Brecon. Membership enquiries 01874 623166

CONQUEST, BROMYARD 7 June MARY POPPINS RETURNS (U) Conquest Theatre, Tenbury Rd, Bromyard. Details 01885 488575

COURTYARD, HEREFORD 1 June DUMBO (PG) 1 June MISSING LINK (PG) 1 - 20 June TOLKIEN (12A) 3 - 10 June AMAZING GRACE (U) 7 & 15 June A DOG’S JOURNEY (PG) Bring your dog to the movies on 15 June with a dog friendly screening.

11 & 13 June BREAKFAST AT TIFFANY’S (PG) 12 & 13 June RED JOAN (12A) 12 June AGA (PG) 14 - 20 June GRETA (15) 20 June KESULAT: A STORY OF KOSOVO (15) 21 - 29 June ROCKETMAN (15) 22 - 29 June ALADDIN (PG) 25 June ALL MY LIFE’S BURIED HERE - THE STORY OF GEORGE BUTTERWORTH (PG) Supporting Armed Forces Day. A pre-film lecture from Professor Mark Webber on current issues in NATO at 6.30pm.

26 June THEY SHALL NOT GROW OLD (15) Supporting Armed Forces Day. A pre-film lecture from Professor Gary Sheffield at 6.30pm.

Details The Courtyard Theatre, Edgar St, Hereford 01432 340555

3 June STAN AND OLLIE (12A) Church Stretton School 01694 724330 3 June BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY (12A) The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock, 01952 728911 4 June CAN YOU EVER FORGIVE ME? (15) The Talbot Theatre, Whitchurch 01948 660660

5 June FINDING YOUR FEET (12) Pattingham VH 01902 700586 6 June SWIMMING WITH MEN (12A) SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle 01588 630321 7 June DOWN TO EARTH (U) Fownhope New Memorial Hall 01432 860717 7 June STAN AND OLLIE (12A) Casltemorton Parish Hall 01684 833549 7 June MARY POPPINS RETURNS (U) Conquest Theatre, Bromyard 01885 488575 7 June THE CHILDREN ACT (12A) Clungunford Parish Hall 01588 660159 8 June GOLDEN YEARS - GRAND THEFT OAP (12A) Ripple Parish Hall 01684 592781 8 June MARY POPPINS RETURNS (U) Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, Craven Arms 01588 676060 8 June STAN AND OLLIE (12A) Martley Memorial Hall 01886 888406 10 June PETERLOO (12A) The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock, 01952 728911 11 June SOME LIKE IT HOT (12) SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle 01588 630321 11 June SUMMER 1993 (12A) St Mary’s Church Hall, Ross-on-Wye 01989 568705 14 June ME BEFORE YOU (12A) Colwall VH 01684 540926 14 June LOVING VINCENT (12A) Bosbury Parish Hall 01531 640415 15 June GOLDEN YEARS - GRAND THEFT OAP (12A) Cleobury Mortimer Parish Hall 01299 271129 15 June FINDING YOUR FEET (12) Trefonen VH 01691 657011 15 June STAN AND OLLIE (12A) Upton upon Severn Memorial Hall 01684 592273 16 June INDOCHINE (15) The Coach House Theatre, Malvern 01684 892277 17 June DISOBEDIENCE (15) The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock, 01952 728911 19 June TULIP FEVER (15) Market Theatre, Ledbury 07967 517125 20 June GREEN BOOK (12A) SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle 01588 630321 21 June 1945 (PG) subtitles. Market Theatre, Ledbury 07967 517125 24 June COLETTE (15) The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock, 01952 728911 28 June THE FAVOURITE (15) Market Theatre, Ledbury 07967 517125

MARKET THEATRE, LEDBURY 19 June TULIP FEVER (15) 21 June 1945 (PG) subtitles.

28 June THE FAVOURITE (15) Details Market Theatre, Market St, Ledbury 07967 517125

THEATR HAFREN, NEWTOWN 26 June FIRST MAN Movie matinee. Pre-movie light lunch at 12pm, £6, booking essential, film at 1.30pm, £4. Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 01686 614555.

THE HIVE, BELMONT 1 June CRUCIBLE OF THE VAMPIRE (15) 2 June THE FABULOUS WORLD OF JULES VERNE (U) 11 June SEARCHING FOR SUGARMAN (12) music documentary.

12 June MIRIAM MIENTE (12) 21 June COLUMBUS (12) 5 July THE HEIRESSES (ctbc) The Hive, Belmont, Shrewsbury, 01743 234970

OLD MKT. HALL, SHREWS. Until 6 June TOLKIEN (ctbc) Until 13 June RED JOAN (12A) Old Market Hall, Shrewsbury, 01743 281281

PLAYHOUSE, LEOMINSTER 1 June MARY QUEEN OF SCOTS 15 June INSTANT FAMILY 15 June ALL IS TRUE 7 July ON THE BASIS OF SEX Playhouse Cinema, Community Centre, Leominster 01568 612583

SPARC, BISHOP’S CASTLE 6 June SWIMMING WITH MEN (12A) 11 June SOME LIKE IT HOT (PG) 20 June GREEN BOOK (15) SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle, 01588 630321

WYESIDE, BUILTH WELLS

1 & 6 June TOLKEIN (ctbc) 1, 2, 4 - 6, 8, 9 & 15 June ALADDIN (ctbc) 1, 2 & 8 June AVENGERS: ENDGAME(ctbc) 1, 2, 8, 9, 15 & 16 June POKEMON DETECTIVE PIKACHU (ctbc) 7 - 9, 12, 13, 15 June THE HUSTLE (ctbc) 7 - 9, 11 - 13, 15, 16, 22 June THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS 2 (ctbc) 14 - 16, 18 - 20, 22 June ROCKETMAN (ctbc) 14 - 16, 18 & 19 June JOHN WICK: CHAPTER 3, PARABELLUM (ctbc) 21, 22, 24 - 26 June AD ASTRA (ctbc) 21 - 27 June TOY STORY 4 (ctbc) Wyeside, Builth Wells 01982 552555

LIVE EVENTS ON SCREEN Until 2 June MATTHEW BOURNE’S SWAN LAKE Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 7pm, 2 June 2pm, 01584 811442.

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1 June THREE LITTLE PIGS Northern Ballet. Bite Sized Ballet for little ones to enjoy the magic of dance on the big screen. Old Market Hall, Shrewsbury, 01743 281281.

2 June ALL MY SONS National Theatre. Playhouse Cinema, Community Centre, Leominster, 7pm, 01568 612583.

4 June VAN GOGH & JAPAN Exhibition on Screen. Wyeside, Builth Wells, 7.30pm, 01982 552555.

Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 7pm, 01584 811442. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.45pm, pre-screening talk from Linda Casey at 6.30pm, 01432 340555. Old Market Hall, Shrewsbury (4 & 5 June), 01743 281281.

Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, 7pm, 01885 488575.

5 June THE TAMING OF THE SHREW Royal Shakespeare Company.

Wyeside, Builth Wells, 7pm, 01982 552555. Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 01600 772467. Booth’s Bookshop, Hay-on-Wye, 7pm, 01497 820322. Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 7pm, 01584 811442.

Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury 01743 281281. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7pm, 01432 340555. The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock, 7pm, 01952 728911. Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, 7pm, 01885 488575.

8 June TAKE THAT 2019 Greatest Hits Tour. Wyeside, Builth Wells, 8pm, 01982 552555.

Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 8pm, 01584 811442. Old Market Hall, Shrewsbury, 8pm, 01743 281281.

Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, 8pm, 01885 488575.

8 June THE TAMING OF THE SHREW Royal Shakespeare Company.

Playhouse Cinema, Community Centre, Leominster, 7pm, 01568 612583.

9 June VAN GOGH AND JAPAN

10 June ALL ABOUT EVE National Theatre encore. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7pm, 01743 281281.

11 June ROMEO AND JULIET Royal Opera House. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.15pm, 01432 340555.

Wyeside, Builth Wells, 7.15pm, 01982 552555. Blake Theatre, Monmouth, 7.15pm, 01600 719401. The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock, 7.15pm, 01952 728911. Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 7.15pm, 01584 811442. Booth’s Bookshop, Hayon-Wye, 7.15pm, 01497 820322.

Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 01743 281281. Playhouse Cinema, Community Centre, Leominster, 7.15pm, 01568 612583. Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, 7.15pm, 01885 488575.

13 June TAKE THAT Greatest hits live. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 01743 281281.

14 June ALL MY SONS National Theatre encore. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7pm, 01743 281281.

15 June TORTOISE AND THE HARE Bitesize Ballet. Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, 3pm, 01885 488575.

16 June ROMEO AND JULIET Royal Ballet. SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle, 2pm, 01588 630321.

18 June ROMEO AND JULIET The Royal Ballet. Market Theatre, Ledbury, 7.15pm, 07967 517125 18 June MATTHEW BOURNE’S SWAN LAKE Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 3pm & 7pm, 01743 281281.

18 June PIRATES OF PENZANCE English National Opera. Old Market Hall, Shrewsbury, 01743 281281.

20 June THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre.

Wyeside, Builth Wells, 7.20pm, 01982 552555. The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock, 7.20pm, 01952 728911. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.20pm, 01743 281281.

23 June TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA (2014) Royal Shakespeare Company.

Playhouse Cinema, Community Centre, Leominster, 7pm, 01568 612583.

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Exhibition on Screen. Playhouse Cinema, Community Centre, Leominster, 7.30pm, 01568 612583.

25 June THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, 7.20pm, 01885 488575.

25 June VICTORIA, THE BALLET Northern Ballet. Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 7pm, 01584 811442.

Old Market Hall, Shrewsbury, 01743 281281.

27 June THE TAMING OF THE SHREW Royal Shakespeare Company.

Market Theatre, Ledbury, 7pm, 07967 517125 27 June SMALL ISLAND National Theatre. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7pm, 01432 340555.

Wyeside, Builth Wells, 7pm, 01982 552555. The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock, 7pm, 01952 728911. Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 7pm, 01584 811442. Booth’s Bookshop, Hay-on-Wye, 7pm, 01497 820322. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7pm, 01874 611622. SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle, 7pm, 01588 630321.

Old Market Hall, Shrewsbury, 7pm, 01743 281281. Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, 7pm, 01885 488575.

28 June SMALL ISLAND National Theatre. Blake Theatre, Monmouth, 7pm, 01600 719401.

30 June CINDERELLA Glyndebourne. Booth’s Bookshop, Hay-on-Wye, 5.30pm, 01497 820322.

Old Market Hall, Shrewsbury, 5.30pm, 01743 281281. Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, 5.30pm, 01885 488575.

2 July THE MIKADO English National Opera. Old Market Hall, Shrewsbury, 01743 281281.

3 July SMALL ISLAND National Theatre encore. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7pm, 01743 281281.

4 July MATTHEW BOURNE’S SWAN LAKE Wyeside, Builth Wells, 7pm, 01982 552555.

14 July MATTHEW BOURNE’S SWAN LAKE Wyeside, Builth Wells, 2.30pm, 01982 552555.

5 July CINDERELLA Glyndebourne. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7pm, 01432 340555.

WORKSHOPS Wednesdays FILM MAKING CLUB The Courtyard, Hereford, 5.30pm, Ages 8-14 years, £73 per term, 01432 340555.

Bleddfa Centre Manager

Part-time: 2-3 days per week Salary (flexible) ÂŁ10-12,000

We are looking for a highly motivated and very well-organised manager to look after the Bleddfa Centre.

Established forty years ago in rural mid-Wales, the Centre’s mission is to explore creativity and promote well-being. It has a long-held reputation as a centre for story-telling and meditation. This is being extended to involve a wider range of art forms.

The Centre Manager will be responsible for the running of the Centre and will work with the Board of Trustees and Programme Director to realise our programme of exhibitions, workshops, talks, retreats and community events.

An interest in the Arts is important; but the main qualities sought by the Trustees are organisational flair, commitment and an outgoing, friendly spirit.

This is an exceptional opportunity to ensure the continuing success of a very special place.

The Centre requires regular attendance, but some home-working is feasible.

CENTRE FOR THE CREATIVE SPIRIT

Please email your covering letter and CV to: Tony Morris, Chair, Bleddfa Trust: tonymorristonymorris@icloud.com www.bleddfacentre.org

Closing date: 15 June 2019

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dance From Here Sat 29 June BORN TO DANCE THE VIV KELLY SCHOOL OF DANCE AND THEATRE. An uplifting showcase of dance from classical to cutting edge. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 2pm & 7pm, £15-£12, 01743 281281.

Sat 29 June DANCE BLAST ANNUAL SHOWCASE 2019 Performances from Mini Blasters, Boys Blast, ATOMIC, DiversAbility, Monmouthshire Youth Dance Company and Monmouthshire Connected Dance Company. Borough Theatre, Abergavenny, 7pm, £8/£5, 01873 850805.

Dance Performance Thurs 6 - Sat 8 June WHAT THE MOON SAW 2FACED DANCE. Jack opens his bedroom window to find The Moon. Watch Jack’s world come to life in this short, interactive story of dance, circus and music. Plus, join the characters on the set at the end of the show. For ages 3+. The Courtyard, Hereford, Thurs 1pm, Fri 10.30am & 1pm, Sat 11am & 1.30pm. £10/£9, family Saturday £7.50, 01432 340555.

Wed 12 June ICONIC JAZZ DANCE COMPANY. An epic celebration exploring a world of idols from Elivs Presley to Michael Jackson, Dali to Da Vinci. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £14.50, children £9.50, 01743 281281.

Sat 15 June - Sun 30 June LUDLOW FRINGE FESTIVAL 15 June - Zumba on the Square, 11am, Castle Square.

16 June - Tablao Flamenco. Daniel Martinez Flamenco Company, Parkway Restaurant, 7.30pm.

22 June - The Shropshire Bedlams, Morris dancing, Castle Square 11am-1pm, Ludlow Brewery 2-3pm.

Ludlow. www.ludlowfringe.co.uk Sat 15 June FROM HERE 2FACED DANCE COMPANY. Annual community show with pupils from five local schools. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, £10/£8, 01432 850444.

Sun 23 June ICONIC DYNAMIC DANCE. A song and dance extravaganza, backed by live singers with West End credits. Market Theatre, Ledbury, 2pm & 7.30pm, £14, students £10, 07967 517125.

Tues 25 June VICTORIA NORTHERN BALLET. Queen Victoria’s life in dance, told through the eyes of her youngest child, Beatrice.

The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock, 7pm, £12/£10, 01952 728911.

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Thurs 6 June & Thurs 4 July ROMEO AND JULIET BALLET CYMRU present an extraordinary adaptation with intense fighting, passionate duets and universal themes echo through dramatic and lyrical choreography.

6 June - Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7.30pm, £15/£13, 01874 611622. 4 July - The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, £14.50/£12.50, dance schools £6.50, 01432 340555.

Dance Workshops

Single, dated listings are free. Year round entries £40.

Sat 1 June CIRCLE DANCE With live band, Bellamonda. Church Barn, Church Lane, Bishop’s Castle, 7.30pm, 01588 630648.

ASSEMBLY ROOMS CLASSES Mon - Circle Dancing, Studio, 1.45pm-3.45pm. Contact Kathryn Louhichi, 01584 877446. Tues Learn To Jive.

Fun, easy to learn and no partner/experience needed.

Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7.30-8.30pm, 01989 750354.

MID WALES JIVE CLASSES Mondays Rock’n’Roll [R&R] Jive in Llandovery, Tuesdays - Hundred House Village Hall, Wednesdays Modern Jive [MJ], Pant-y-Dwr Village Hall, [MJ + R&R], Thursdays - Brecon Con Club [MJ + R&R], Fridays - Tywyn area [MJ + R&R], classes and dancing 7.30-10.00 £5pp. Beginners and experienced dancers welcome. Just turn-up & join-in at 7.20, with or without a dance partner. ‘Mid Wales Jive’ teaching Modern Jive, 50s Rock’n’Roll Jive, Swing-Jive. Call/Text 07767358079 - facebook Mid wales Jive - http://www.peterphillips.dj/ MidWalesJive/. Please call/text to check in advance, as some classes may be affected by weather or prior hall commitments.

THE LEOMINSTER MORRIS George, our youngest dancer (17) says - “Ever tried Morris dancing... still have a spring in your step?” Come and join us, we meet every Wednesday at The Forbury Chapel, Church St, Leominster. We are an unmixed side dancing local and Cotswold Morris. Beginners are very welcome.

Enquire at contact@leominstermorris.org or ring Tony on 07811 592522.

ECSTATIC RHYTHMS DANCE – WITH CLIVE HEDGER This is a freestyle dance class drawing upon elements of 5 Rhythms, ecstatic / shamanic dance with some of the best ever music on a great sound system. No experience necessary. No steps to learn, just following your inner rhythms. Wear loose clothing and bring water. BRILLEY VILLAGE HALL HR3 6JG 1st Saturday of each month.

The village hall is signposted from the Brilley to Kington road and is approximately 500 yards from St Mary’s church, Brilley. (These dates may occasionally be subject to change). 7.30pm £10 (concessions available). Info clivephilippa@hotmail.com 07905 743272 / 01982 552535.

ALANYA’S BELLYDANCE CLUB - OPEN LEVEL Monkland Village Hall - Mondays 7.30-9pm.

Miro Studio, Hereford - Fridays 10.30am-12pm.

No-obligation taster £6, then pay per term or block. For information and other classes visit www.alanyabellydance. com or call Abbie on 07962 161081.

COURTYARD, HEREFORD CLASSES Mondays - Find Your Feet, dementia friendly dance and movement class, 10am, £2 per session. Fridays - Dancing Tots 11.30am, ages 2-4, £4 per session, £1 per extra child.

Fridays - Chance to Dance 10.15am, for over 50s.

Tuesdays - Zumba 1.30pm, £5, all abilities.

The Courtyard, Hereford, 01432 340555.

Mondays SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING Join an enthusiastic adult group on Monday evenings to learn how to dance jigs, reels and Strathspeys at Llanelwedd School Hall, Builth Wells from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. £2.50 per session (first free). No need to bring a partner. Beginners and experts welcome.

01982 570324/01544 350707.

LEARN 2 JIVE BEGINNERS CLASSES Mon, 7.30-8.30pm, Bartestree Village Hall, Hereford, HR1 4BY. Tues, 7.30-8.30pm, Ludlow Assembly Rooms, SY8 1AZ. Tues, 7.30-8.30pm, Stretton Sugwas Village Hall, HR4 7PT. Tues, 7.30pm-8.30pm Pembridge Village Hall, HR6 9EB. Wed, 7.30-8.30pm, Methodist Church Hall, Tenbury Wells, WR15 8EE. Wed, 8-9pm, Holy Trinity Parish Hall, Malvern, WR14 4LR. Thurs, 6.30-7.15pm Charlestone Fitness, Point 4, HR1 1DT. Thurs, 7.30pm8.30pm, Northolme Community Centre, HR2 7SP. Thurs, 7.45pm-8.45pm Ledbury Dance Studio, HR8 2A. Fri, 11am-12pm, Tupsley Whitehouse Community Hub, Gentle Jive. Contact Matt or Sarah on 01989 750354. or info@coolmovesdance.co.uk www.coolmovesdance.co.uk Coolmoves Dance & Fitness for adults.

Fortnightly Saturdays CHORUS LINE Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 07943 417561.

Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays MID WALES DANCE ACADEMY Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 07943 417561.

Tuesdays FOXWELP MORRIS Why not try Morris dancing? We practice every Tues evening at 7.30pm in Moccas Village Hall from Sept to May. Mainly dances from the Cotswolds, but also some from the Welsh Borders. All sexes welcome, and ability to dance not necessary! Beginners welcome. Contact Emma on 01544 327311 or Paul 01497 821003.

Wednesdays BIG FISH LITTLE FISH FOR MUMS AND TOTS! Dance Centre, Llandrindod Wells, 2-3pm, £3 drop in, for tots aged 8 months+, 01597 824370.

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The Castle Hotel, Hereford

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HE Green Dragon, on Hereford’s Broad Street was mouldering into a sad and shameful state for many years. A formerly grand establishment, it had reigned as the City’s leading hotel for a century or so until by the 1990s it seemed to have lost its way and all confidence. Trade dwindled as it passed through the hands of several different hotel chains until, under its last owner, it had become so knackered it reached a nadir with the air and aroma of a low-grade old folks’ home. When Mr Pernickety reviewed the dining room (then inexplicably called John Spice’s International Restaurant) in a previous edition of the Woolly Organ, he concluded that the dinner he’d been served was the most revolting that he’d eaten in his lifetime (including school dinners) and he would not have allowed his dog to eat there.

He was therefore delighted to read last year that the place had been bought and was to be the subject of fairly substantial investment and refurbishment to the standards of a ‘boutique’ hotel, something along the lines of an Hotel du Vin. When he saw that, while it was still being revitalized, it was still operating, he thought it his duty to go along and see how things were. It turned out that he was too early by three or four months, when all the changes will have been completed. The new management, not wanting to make a number of long-serving staff redundant, decided to continue operating, although this meant taking a risk by letting punters in long before the new identity was established. While a number of the bedrooms were excitingly spruced up and ready to go, the old lounge was a building site and the finely panelled dining room still full of the hideous Formica tables and slippery nylon chairs that infested it when it was John Spice’s. There was a new chef in the kitchen, but he had just arrived and was still trying to make sense of his equipment. Mr P’s Lovely Companion, scrupulously fair-minded, took the view that reviewing the place in these circumstances wouldn’t reflect the ultimate aspirations of the new management, and they abandoned their table.

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They decided instead to visit the Castle House Hotel on the far side of the cathedral. Mr P hadn’t been there for years, but was aware that that this place, too had twice changed hands. It had first been reinvented under the auspices of Dutch woman, Monique Heijn, by then the wife of a Dutch retailing magnate, Albert Heijn. Mrs Heijn had formerly been married to two Herefordshire men – a farmer and a lawyer (but not at the same time) and she’d come back to the county with her new husband to show him what a fine place it was to live and, perhaps to do a bit of flaunting. In a flurry of development, she and her husband bought, built and refurbished dozens of major properties in the city, including the old dilapidated motorcycle dealers by the bridge which was turned into the Left Bank – a

complex of restaurants, bars and shops. Glamorously conceived and opened in 2000, they never really found traction with the local community and were gradually disposed of, the Left Bank being sold by the Heijns in 2007. It always looked like a vanity project and it quietly fell into disuse within fifteen years of its opening. When Mrs Heijn bought the Castle Pool Hotel, she renamed it the Castle House Hotel and spent tons of money turning the bedrooms into what were popularly described at the time as Tarts’ Parlours. The hotel was subsequently also sold to a family of local farmers, who seem successfully to have undone most of Mrs Heijn’s excesses.

By the time Mr P and the LC arrived it was too late to start a full-blown dinner in the dining-room. They chose to have a bar meal (prepared in any case by the same kitchen) and base their appraisal on that. The small bar is an agreeable space with some characterful furnishings and a ‘clubby’ ambience.

They shared a starter of asparagus, Hollandaise sauce and smoked salmon – the asparagus delicately cooked and pleasingly tender, prompting appreciative smiles and some lip-smacking.

The LC’s main course of bream was exemplary, very fresh and well cooked; Mr P enjoyed his mouthfuls. He also enjoyed a sirloin steak which he thought, erroneously as it turned out, had been reared on the owners’ farm – the sort of vertical connection he appreciates. Nevertheless, it was a good, flavoursome piece of meat, correctly cooked, but let down by an insipid pepper sauce.

For a pudding, they shared a pear tart which they couldn’t fault. Mr P drank a couple of glasses of pleasing Primitivo, and they were pleased by the affability of the young men who served them (despite a few inevitable ‘Enjoys!’) and when they requested that the silence and the intermittent sound of an electric glass washer be replaced with some tasteful jazz, this was immediately and willingly achieved – Hurrah. Mr P looks forward to trying the more elaborate restaurant on another occasion.

www.misterpernickety.com

EVENTS

FOOD BYTES

Until Sun 2 June CASTLE STREET FOOD MARKET, HAY-ON-WYE Step off the High Street into Hay Castle’s attractive walled garden and find Street Food stalls selling deliciously tempting dishes: patisseries & chocolate brownies, charcoal grilled Middle Eastern cuisine, homemade pasta & authentic Italian sauces, falafels & salads, field to fork lamb burgers & tagines, local cider & beer, chilled prosecco cocktails & wine. Sit under canvas canopies and soak up the festival atmosphere! 10am-6pm.

AARDVARK BOOKS LTD, THE BOOKERY, MANOR FARM, BRAMPTON BRYAN, BUCKNELL 01547 530888 Cafe serving refreshments, cakes etc.

Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 10am-5pm.

BLEDDFA CENTRE READING ROOM CAFE 01547 550377 will OPEN from Good Friday 19th April 11am – 5pm every Saturday and Sunday (as well as Friday and Mondays on Bank Holiday). Teas, coffees, cake and soup. www.bleddfacentre.org 01547 550377 hello@bleddfacentre.org THE GREEN BEAN CAFE, WEOBLEY 01544 318865 Good, locally sourced, homemade food. Soups, all day light lunches, cakes and scones. Set in the heart of Weobley. Free wifi. Tues-Fri 9.30am-4.30pm, Sat 9.30am-4pm. With The Green Bean Shop/Deli under the same roof.

THE HEREFORDSHIRE GOLF CLUB, WORMSLEY, HR4 8LY Open daily for food and beverage also a Sunday Carvery 12.30pm-3pm every week, one course £9.95 two courses, £13.95. We can also cater for your private event, price includes free room hire. Call Martin on 01432 830219.

THE ORGASMIC CIDER COMPANY, GREAT PARTON, EARDISLEY, HEREFORDSHIRE, HR3 6NX 01544 327244 or 07773 037448 Craft cider and perry off licence and gift shop with local products. Open Friday and Saturday 12 to 5pm. Group tours available.

THE WORKHOUSE CAFE, INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, PRESTEIGNE 01544 267864 Cafe, gallery, light lunches, good coffee, homemade cakes.

Mon - Sat 10am - 4pm.

RHOS MARKET GARDEN, KNIGHTON 01547 528315 Growers and providers of Organic veg, fruit and flowers.

Eco cleaning products and refills. Large range of groceries and wholefoods. Old Garage Shop, Knighton. Open Tues-Sat, free parking, opposite the old library. Friday morning market stall in Presteigne. Veg boxes delivered to local area weekly. Restaurant orders welcome. info@rhosorganic.co.uk www.rhosorganic.co.uk RUTH WATSON RESTAURANTEUR AND PRIVATE COOK. Bespoke Food for all Occasions. Parties, special occasions, holiday home catering, pop-up food. Friendly personal service. Ring or email: 01544 350559/ 07870 752325. ruthwatsonfood@gmail.com YARBOROUGH HOUSE BOOKSHOP, MARKET SQUARE, BISHOP’S CASTLE 01588 638318 CAFE serving coffee, tea and cakes. Open Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun, 10am-5pm. SPECIALISES IN Secondhand classical music, 5000 CDs, 1000 LPs, 7000 books.

Come and browse.

Sat 1 & Sun 2 June THE CHEF SHOW RAGGED EDGE PRODUCTIONS. A fusion of play and cookery demonstration. Includes a chance to share food and conversation with your local chef and the cast. 1 June - Quatt VH, 7.30pm, £10/£6, 01746 781759. 2 June Clungunford Parish Hall, 4pm, £10/£5/£25, 01588 660152.

Arts Alive.

Sat 1 June SUMMER FOOD AND DRINK FESTIVAL Kington celebrates seasonal produce from the Marches.

Kington, 9.30am-3.30pm, free, free parking. Info email summerfoodfest@gmail.com Sat 15 & Sun 16 June LUDLOW MAGNA CARTA BEER TRAIL Rose & Crown and Church Inn, Ludlow sampling eight beers (four in each establishment). Plus tapas and live music.

Sat 29 & Sun 30 June SHREWSBURY FOOD FESTIVAL Demonstrations, cookery school, BBQ competition, music, stalls and more. Quarry Park, Shrewsbury, www.shropshirefestivals.co.uk Fri 5 July SWAN BREWERY TASTING DAY Open 9am-4pm, Swan Brewery, Unit 17, Brunel Rd, Enterprise Park, Leominster, 01568 617709.

Every Saturday LUDLOW COUNTRY MARKET 9am-12pm at The Womens Centre, Ludlow. Local produce, handicrafts, plants & veg, cut flowers, cards.

First Saturday of every month PRESTEIGNE LOCAL FOOD MARKET Memorial Hall Presteigne, 9am-1pm.

The best collection of artisan food producers in the area.

2nd and 4th Saturday of every month KNIGHTON COMMUNITY MARKET Knighton Community Centre, 9.30am-12.30pm, 07751 221487.

3rd Saturday of every month FARMER’S MARKET Bishop’s Castle Town Hall, 9am-1pm, 01588 630023.

3rd Saturday of every month PRODUCE MARKET Hightown Community Rooms, Vicarage Rd. Clun, 10.00am - 12.00pm. 01588 641180.

Every Wednesday CURRY NIGHT Curry, naan bread and a drink, £10. Vegetarian option available. Oxford Arms, Kington.

Every Thursday HAY MARKET DAY Local produce, meat and fish, hot food, artisan bread, cakes, crafts, vintage, plants. Memorial Square and Clock Tower, Hay-on-Wye, 9am-4pm, www.haymarkets.co.uk Every 2nd & 4th Thursday LUDLOW LOCAL PRODUCE MARKET 9-2pm Castle Square 01584 872043.

Every Friday KINGTON LOCAL PRODUCE/CRAFTS MARKET Market Hall, Kington, 9am-1pm, 07867 483135.

Summer Food & Drink Festival

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music

Classical Chat I

F this issue of Broad Sheep reaches you quickly you may just be in time to catch the return visit to St Laurence’s Parish Church in Ludlow on 1 June of pianist Roman Kosyakov, who caused a minor sensation last year with the quality of his recital on the church’s new Steinway.

Roman is a graduate of the Tchaikovsky Conservatory in Moscow and is now studying at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire. In this year’s Ludlow lunchtime recital, starting at 1 pm, he will play preludes by Sergei Rachmaninov and a sonata by Samuel Barber.

Two young organists from Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, Callum Alger and Joshua Roebuck, will visit St Laurence’s a fortnight later, also at 1 pm, to perform works by Elgar, Bach, Franck and Duruflé that are sure to display the church’s historic Snetzler organ to dazzling effect. Entry to both these recitals is free with a retiring collection.

The five-voice female vocal group Papagena takes its name from one of the most appealing characters in Mozart’s opera The Magic Flute. They will give an evening concert at St Laurence’s Ludlow on Friday 21 June at 7.30pm. Weaving together classical music, medieval chants, folk and contemporary ballads and new commissions from around the world, Papagena’s programme ‘Nuns and Roses’ ranges from 12th-century abbess Hildegard of Bingen to Imogen Heap, Purcell, Scarlatti and Russian orthodox hymns to Norwegian lullabies, Caitlin Moran’s hilarious take on Rudyard Kipling’s poem ‘If …’ and a new cover version of ‘Sweet child of mine’. Tickets cost £12 (under 18s free) from Ludlow Assembly Rooms (www.ludlowassemblyrooms. co.uk 01584 878141) or on the door.

A highlight of the pre-Christmas season at Hereford Cathedral for the past few years has been visits by Birmingham-based chamber choir Ex Cathedra to perform atmospheric candlelit concerts. This month for the first time they will be bringing a summer programme to the Marches – also performed by candlelight as dusk gathers, in Hereford Cathedral at 8.30pm on 6 June and in St Chad’s Church, Shrewsbury at 8pm on 14 June. The choir promises that the sequence of words and music inspired by four centuries of magical music for midsummer, performed without an interval, will ‘send you home singing of summertime’. (For ticket details see Ex Cathedra’s website www.excathedra.co.uk).

Ex Cathedra

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Papagena

There’s plenty of musical activity in Brecon Cathedral this month, with free lunchtime concerts at 1.10pm on Fridays. On 7 June the Fosse Duo play music for organ and recorder; on 21 June the recital is given by pianist Maria Stratigou; and on 28 June you can hear Gwent Chamber Orchestra. On the evening of Saturday 8 June at 7.30pm there is a concert by the Brecknock Sinfonia, whose members are a mix of professional players, teachers and talented amateur performers, conducted by Michael Bell.

They will play Suppé’s ‘Poet and Peasant’ overture, Bruch’s heart-rending ‘Kol Nidrei’; Borodin’s ‘Polovtsian Dances’ from his opera Prince Igor (including music that was later used in the musical Kismet, for the famous song ‘Strangers in Paradise’) and Dvorák’s Symphony No 6 in D major.

The next Border Voices concert will take place on Sunday 23 June at 8:00pm in Leominster Priory. This highly skilled choir, which specialises in the earliest of early music and is directed by cellist, viol player and singer David Hatcher, will be performing the music of Manuel Cardoso (1566 - 1650), focusing on his hauntingly beautiful Missa Pro Defunctis and a selection of his motets. Other Portuguese composers will feature in the programme, including Alfonso De Lobo whose motet ‘Versa Est in Luctum’ is one of the finest examples of Portuguese polyphony. Entrance is free, but there is a retiring collection in aid of the Leominster Priory Restoration Fund.

As I write, Mid Wales Opera is coming to the end of an imaginative week-long residency in Presteigne, including a community production of Purcell’s Dido and Aeneas in St Andrew’s Church and a sold-out evening of promenade performances taking place in the gas-lit basement kitchens, dining-room, sitting-room, top floor landing and courtroom of the historic Judge’s Lodging.

The company now takes a well-deserved summer break, but this month venues in Hereford (13 June), Shrewsbury (16 June) and Mold (26 June) will host performances of Donizetti’s Don Pasquale, an opera that was premiered in 1843 but has been radically updated by Daisy Evans for Welsh National Opera. Set in and around Pasquale’s doner kebab van, parked in downtown Cardiff, it’s the story of an old bachelor’s romantic delusions and the young lovers who outwit him, with a cast of larger-than-life characters, including local geezer Malatesta and his travelling band who hang around Pasquale’s after their long nights of boozing. See www.wno.org for more information and online booking.

Clair de Lune

June Sat 1 June ARTS @ ST LAURENCE Featuring Roman Kosyakov, piano.

Programme includes Rachmaninov and Barber. St Laurence’s Church, Ludlow, 1pm, 01584 878141.

SATURDAY SHENANIGANS Featuring Madassa Soul + DJ Paul Nevin. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, £10 in advance, 01497 821762.

IOCCUPY Several DJs. Babar Cafe, Union St, Hereford, 1pm-1am, free, 01432 342334.

CUSTARD COLLECTION Bull Inn, Shrewsbury.

BYE BYE BABY Jersey Boys tribute. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, £23.50, 01432 340555.

THE LOST CHORD Gordon Bennetts Bar, Hereford, 9pm.

BELLAMONDA Circle dance. Church Barn, Church Lane, Bishop’s Castle, 7.30pm, 01588 630648.

HAY FESTIVAL Featuring Max Porter and Alula Down.

Porter introduces the story and reads ‘Lanny’ accompanied by a specially commissioned score from the Herefordshire folk duo, Alula Down.

Compass Studio, Hay-on-Wye, 1pm, £8, www.hayfestival.org 01497 822629.

THE ROGUES Bull Hotel, Ludlow.

LOCKED & LOADED Reet Petite, Leominster.

KINGTON CHORAL SOCIETY Performing Monteverdi’s ‘Vespers’, supported by early music band, Canzona. St Andrew’s Church, Presteigne, 7.30pm, £12 advance tickets from Courtyard Antiques, Presteigne; Tower House Gallery, Knighton; Border Bean, Kington; Ye Olde Steppes, Pembridge; Central Stores, Eardisley, limited tickets on the door at £14. www.kingtonchoral.org.uk

HOLDER AND SMITH Tribute to the swinging jazz sensations Stephane Grappelli and Django Reinhardt with violin, hot gypsy guitar and a dash of vocals. Rouse Lench Village Hall, The Green, Evesham, 7pm, £10, bring your own drinks, 07976 727959.

Sun 2 June THE WORRIED MEN Prince of Wales, Ledbury, 4.30pm.

SUNDAY SESSION Featuring El Squid. Babar Cafe, Union St, Hereford, 2-5pm, free, 01432 342334.

OPEN MIC With full PA, al fresco (weather permitting). Gilbies Bar & Bistro, St Peter’s Close, Hereford, 5-8pm, contact martinchapple1@gmail.com DANGEROUS DAVE Bull Inn, Shrewsbury.

THE WHISKEY RIVER BOYS Aidan and Martin duo. The Grape Vaults, Leominster, 3pm, free.

STEVE DAY UNPLUGGED Vaults, Bishop’s Castle.

HEREFORD JAZZ CLUB Featuring Rascals of Rhythm.

Richmond Club, Edgar St, Hereford, 7.30pm, £7, 01432 276304.

Mon 3 June CIDER CITY JAZZMEN The Barrels, St Owen’s St, Hereford, 01432 274968.

AMERICANA SESSION Grape Vaults, Leominster, 8pm.

BRIMFIELD FOLK CLUB Brimfield Village Hall, Brimfield, near Ludlow, 7.30pm, 01584 711480 www. roger435.wixsite.com/brimfieldfolkclub SESSIONS White Horse Inn, Clun.

THE MIGHTY JUNE QUIZ The Bell Inn, Leominster, 8.30pm, 07944 845223.

Tues 4 June STOKESAY COURT Public tour. Stokesay Court, Onibury, near Craven Arms, 2.30pm, booking essential, 01584 856238.

LUNCHTIME ORGAN RECITAL Featuring Jonathan Allsopp.

Hereford Cathedral, 1.15pm.

VINTAGE JAZZ REVIVAL Rose and Crown, Ludlow, 9pm.

Wed 5 June THE BUTCHERS DOGS Toby and John invite you to a musical evening plus support. Dukes Arms, Presteigne, 8.30pm, £3 on the door.

THE DRAGON BAND The Horse and Jockey, Churchstoke.

Thurs 6 June VO FLETCHER & TREVOR STEGER Prince of Wales, Ledbury, 8pm.

THE BIG STREET PUB QUIZ Broad St, Leominster, Seat for 7.30pm, 8pm start. Teams of 6, £2 pp on the night, for ages 14+. Part of Leominster Festival, 01568 616460.

WEIRDSHIRE Featuring Sharron Kraus + Kitchen Cynics. Plus vinyl selections from Jus’Jay & Sproatly. Babar Cafe, Union St, Hereford, 01432 342334.

EX CATHEDRA Summer Music by Candleight. Hereford Cathedral, 8.30pm, 01432 374200.

STONE JETS Vaults, Bishop’s Castle.

ALMELEY STEADY SESSION The Bells Inn, Almeley, near Kington, www.almeleysteadysession.wordpress. com

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Fri 7 June WAR & PEACE Singer-songwriters Findlay Napier, Bella Hardy and Greg Russell present an intimate evening of storytelling and song. The Hive, Belmont, Shrewsbury, 7.45pm, £12, 01743 234970.

SKA FESTIVAL Vaults, Bishop’s Castle.

MUSIC BINGO NIGHT Hosted by Sian Maloney. Secret Garden, Coldwells Rd, Hereford, 8.30pm, £2 pp per round, 01432 352131.

INDIGO MACHINE Bull Inn, Shrewsbury.

ABBA - FOREVER IN CONCERT Tribute show. Borough Theatre, Abergavenny, 7.30pm, £23.50, 01873 850805.

LEOMINSTER FESTIVAL Leominster Community Choir, local dignitaries and the famous Leominster Ale Taster, Bread Weigher and Flesh Taster for a ceremonial tour of the town.

Corn Square, 10.30am, free. Lunchtime concert with Hilary Norris organ and Mark Baigent, oboe and Cor Anglais, 12pm, £10, Priory Church, Leominster, followed by home-cooked lunch at 1.30pm, £5. Poetry Slam.

Coffee and Books, West St, Leominster, 3-5pm, free. Leominster 01568 616460.

SESSION Monkland Arms, Monkland, near Leominster, 01568 720510.

CALL OF THE KRAKEN Gordon Bennetts Bar, Hereford, 9pm.

HMV BAND White Horse Inn, Clun.

CEILIDH - SIR DANCELOT New Farm, Bredwardine, HR3 6DA, 6,30pm. Feast on homegrown pit-roasted lamb, vegetarian/vegan option, seasonal desserts, cash bar. £7, 15s and under free, concessions for groups/ families, free but limited camping, 01981 500406 or text 07495 418869.

Fund raising for Hope For Children and St Andrew’s Church, Bredwardine.

MARK LATIMER / TREV DAVIES TRIO Chequers, Etnam St, Leominster.

TEQUILA MOCKINGBIRD Rock covers and chart hits as far back as the 60s. Golden Cross, Sutton St Nicholas, Hereford.

THE ENDINGS Dun Cow, Shrewsbury.

REWILDING Illustrated talk with music. David Woodfall and Huw Warren. Bleddfa Centre, near Knighton, 7pm, £16 including supper, £12 under 16s, 01547 550377.

JACK & TIM Father and son from ‘Britain’s Got Talent’. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £20-£15, children £10, 01743 281281.

WHALEBONE & KATE INNES ‘Flocks of Words’. Poetry and music.

St Paul’s Church, Knowbury, Ludlow, 7.30pm, £10, £6 children, 01584 890349.

LIVE MUSIC FRIDAYS De Koffie Pot, Bridge St, Hereford, 8pm.

HEREFORD CHAMBER CHOIR ‘Italian Splendour’. With Central England Camerata. Programme includes Handel Dixit Dominus, Vivaldi, Monteverdi and Gabrieli. Hereford Cathedral, 7.30pm, £14 in advance from www.herefordchamberchoir.org.uk THE FOSSE DUO Organ and recorder. Brecon Cathedral, 1.10pm, free, retiring collection.

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MICE IN A MATCHBOX Guesting with three other bands.

Hosted by Georgie Hayes.

Spread Eagle, King St, Hereford.

CHARITY MUSICAL EVENING With the Dean of Hereford, The Very Reverend Michael Tavinor will entertain with a programme of music, verse and anecdote. St John the Baptist Church, Eastnor, followed by a reception at Eastnor Castle, 7pm, £25. Please book.

Music in Quiet Places, www.hhct.co.uk

IN AT THE DEEP END Church Stretton Pool Action fund raising concert. Featuring versatile and entertaining local fiddler Brian Stone, accompanied by Ed Drury on guitar. Silvester Horne Institute, Church Stretton, 7.30pm, £10 in advance from Burway Books and John Thomas Florist, Church Stretton or £12 on the night. Refreshments available.

HEREFORD GILBERT & SULLIVAN SOCIETY Present a 1940’s tribute concert.

St John’s Methodist Church, Hereford, 7.30pm, £10 on the door, or email lucywalden49@gmail.com to reserve.

LET’S GET QUIZZICAL The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, £2 per person, winner takes the pot!

01497 821762.

THE WHISKEY RIVER BOYS Aidan and Martin duo. The Yew Tree, Peterstow, 9pm.

OPEN MIC Hosted by Mark Richards. The Oak, Wigmore, 8pm.

PUB IN THE PARK A new festival. Social weekend with drink, food stalls, live music, comedy and more. Southwater, Telford Town Park. www.shropshirefestivals.co.uk

SOUL IN MOTION Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, £16, 01600 772467.

Sat 8 June SHREWSBURY JAZZ NETWORK Featuring Rob Luft, guitar, Al Gurr Keyboard, Tom Hill bass and Nick Millward on drums. The Hive, Belmont, Shrewsbury, £16, under 22s £8, 01743 234970.

SKA FESTIVAL Vaults, Bishop’s Castle.

HEREFORD GILBERT & SULLIVAN SOCIETY Present a 1940’s tribute concert.

St Michael’s Church, Ledbury, 7.30pm, £10 on the door, or email lucywalden49@gmail.com to reserve.

DJ NIGHT Featuring Grand Uniform Themes.

Babar Cafe, Union St, Hereford, 8pm, free, 01432 342334.

THE FOREST BROTHERS Pop/folk of the 60/70s. The Dog House, Coleford, 8.30pm, free, 07442 787015.

THE BOB DYLAN STORY Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £20, 01743 281281.

LIVE MUSIC Gordon Bennetts Bar, Hereford, 9pm.

CHARITY MUSIC AFTERNOON In aid of Harry Williams, a young boy that has a brain tumour. Bands include Mice in a Matchbox, Dave Luke and Friends, Bugs Brummie, Steady Eddy, Bosscat and Fazackaly Benbow Scot.

The Crown Inn, Dilwyn, from 2pm, entry by donation.

STIFF WITNESS Bull Inn, Shrewsbury.

HOLDER AND SMITH Tribute to the swinging jazz sensations Stephane Grappelli and Django Reinhardt with violin, hot gypsy guitar and a dash of vocals. Leintwardine Community Centre, 7pm, £10 bring your own drinks, 07976 727959.

RP MCMURPHY Vaga Tavern, Hereford, 9pm.

BRECON MILITARY SHOW Military band, Gurkha dancing, military weapon displays, food and drink, fire brigade, police, shooting experience.

Family entertainment all day. Dering Lines, Brecon, LD3 7RA, 11am-4pm, free entry on foot, car parking £5, www.growinpowys.com DOWNSHIFT Bull Hotel, Ludlow.

LIVE IN THE GARDEN Featuring Gary Hall. Monkland Arms, Monkland, near Leominster, 6.30pm, 01568 720510.

Sat 8 June RAGLAN FESTIVAL Featuring The Whiskey River Boys, Aidan and Martin duo, 8pm, free.

The Ship Inn, Raglan.

BRECKNOCK SINFONIA Programme includes Bruch, Suppe, Borodin and Dvorak. Brecon Cathedral, 7.30pm, £13, under 16s free, www.brecnocksinfonia.co.uk and on the door.

MICE IN A MATCHBOX Brimfield Folk Club, 7.30pm, £5 in advance from Roebuck Village Shop or 01584 711480 or £6 on the door.

SONS OF YODA Wobbly Brewing Company, Beech Business Park, Hereford, 7.30pm.

LEOMINSTER FESTIVAL Family Fun Day, live music, food and festivities. The Grange, Leominster, 11am-4pm, free. Hidden Heritage, A Walking Tour, Grange Court, Leominster 11am & 1.30pm, free, limited spaces. The Delray Rockets play at 8pm, Leominster Social Club.

Full details 01568 616460.

13 RIVERS Reet Petite, Leominster.

KEITH NICHOLS ‘The Life and Times of Fats Waller’.

St Mary’s Church, Hay-on-Wye, 7.30pm, £12 on the door, www.hay.jazz.org 07748 652194.

PUB IN THE PARK A new festival. Social weekend with drink, food stalls, live music, comedy and more. Southwater, Telford Town Park. www.shropshirefestivals.co.uk

Sun 9 June BLUES SUNDAY Featuring Lenny James Gator Squad.

Richmond Place Club, Edgar St, Hereford, 3-5pm, 01432 270211.

BEKI BRINDEL BAND Vaults, Bishop’s Castle.

JENNY & THE JERMS + SIMON DEELEY’S BLUE HAZE BAND Infectious pop through the ages plus jazz and Latin beats. No. 46, High St, Presteigne, 4.30pm, free, 01544 260230.

SUNDAY SESSION Featuring Maddy Mew and Friends.

Babar Cafe, Union St, Hereford, 2-5pm, free, 01432 342334.

LEOMINSTER FESTIVAL Featuring The Birmingham Philharmonic Orchestra playing Mahler’s 5th Symphony. Priory Church, Leominster, 7.30pm, 01568 616460.

DAVE ONIONS Prince of Wales, Ledbury, 4.30pm.

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LITTLE RUMBA A bit South American, a little East European, moody and very witty. The Hub, New Radnor, 8pm, bar, cabaret seating, £10 including a free CD! Tickets from The Hub, Courtyard Antiques, Presteigne or 01544 267163.

OPEN MIC Babar Cafe, Union St, Hereford, 8pm, free, 01432 342334.

CHARLOTTE & CRISBEE Bull Inn, Shrewsbury.

DAVID SCHEEL ‘Don’t Shoot Me, I’m only the Piano Player’. A hilarious send-up of classical music. Beautiful music and musical fun. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.45pm, £15/£13, 01432 340555.

TASHA The Grape Vaults, Leominster, 3pm.

Fri 14 June

NEWTOWN MARCH AND OPEN AIR BRASS BAND CONTEST The contest will start at 11am with the first band marching along the High St through the Town Hall gates to the park, where they will each play a hymn tune. Bring a chair and enjoy the free entertainment. Refreshments available, 01686 621661.

LIVE JAZZ Plus Sunday roasts. Local quartet plays well-known standards, Latin and blues. Free entry, cocktails, light bites or book a table for lunch. The Cliffe at Dinham, Ludlow, 12.30-3pm, 01584 872063.

Tues 11 June LUNCHTIME ORGAN RECITAL Featuring Richard Cook. Hereford Cathedral, 1.15pm.

WHALEBONE & JEAN ATKIN ‘Understories’. Poetry and music.

Wellington Library, Telford, 10.30am, free.

BRECON JAZZ CLUB Featuring RWCMD showcase. Two Trios, Rachel Head Trio and Michael Blanchfield Trio. The Muse, Brecon, LD3 7DW, 8pm, £10, £12 non members on the door, www.breconjazz.org VINTAGE JAZZ REVIVAL Rose and Crown, Ludlow, 9pm.

Wed 12 June THE DRAGON BAND The Horse and Jockey, Churchstoke.

WHALEBONE & JEAN ATKIN ‘Understories’. Poetry and music.

Oswestry Library, 1pm, free.

THE SPEEDGUMS & GUESTS Nori’s Cafe, Leominster, £20, curry buffet, please book in advance, 01568 612876 or email noriscafe@yahoo.com THE MIGHTY JUNE QUIZ The Chequers Inn, Leominster, 8.30pm.

Thurs 13 June BC/DC Vaults, Bishop’s Castle.

VERA VAN HEERINGEN TRIO Acclaimed Dutch mulit-instrumentalist singer-songwriter brings her trio to Presteigne. The Duke’s Arms, Presteigne, 8.30pm, £5 on the door.

CURRY & QUIZ NIGHT Herb Garden Community Cafe, Llandrindod Wells, 7.30pm.

HMV BAND Dun Cow, Shrewsbury.

HOLDER AND SMITH Tribute to the swinging jazz sensations Stephane Grappelli and Django Reinhardt with violin, hot gypsy guitar and a dash of vocals. Silverster Horne Institute, Church Stretton, 7pm, £10 bring your own drinks, 07976 727959.

BLACK RAT EFFECT Gordon Bennetts Bar, Hereford, 9pm.

FOLK IN THE FOYER Featuring Frank Burkitt Band with Becka Wolfe. Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, 7.30pm, 01885 488575.

THE LOST CHORD 4-piece rock and roll covers band.

Golden Cross, Sutton St Nicholas, Hereford.

THE YOUTH WITHIN + AMBITION DEMOLITION + TERMINAL RAGE Reet Petite, Leominster.

PROPELLER Bull Inn, Shrewsbury.

ROYAL GEORGE BEER FESTIVAL Twelve local ales and BBQ. The Royal George, Lingen.

TENBURY MUSIC FESTIVAL An evening on the campsite hosted

by Mice in a Matchbox. Start your festival early, 6pm-11pm, artists playing acoustic sets until 11pm. Featuring The Rainbreakers, The Phonics, Arcadia Roots, Kings of the Quarter Mile, Tom C Walker, Joncan Kavlakoglu, Sunset Service, Steve Ajao Band, Jack Brett, The Paul Garner Band, Blue Moon, Red Hot Riot, The Fabulous Bordellos. www.tenburymusicfestival.co.uk INDIE NIGHT Chang Thai Bar, Ludlow, 8pm, free.

FRIDAY LIVE Featuring Shop Front Heroes plus INCLINES. Shop Front Heroes are a five-piece original rock band from Mid Wales. INCLINES are Hay’s indierockers. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, earlybird ticket £5, 01497 821762.

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Fri 14 June DJ NIGHT Featuring Larkin’s Nest and Jus’jay & Rich. Babar Cafe, Union St, Hereford, 01432 342334.

EX CATHEDRA St Chad’s Church, Shrewsbury, pre-concert drink from 7.15pm, 01743 365561.

LIVE MUSIC FRIDAYS De Koffie Pot, Bridge St, Hereford, 8pm.

WALK RIGHT BACK The story of the Everly Brothers. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, £23.50, interval treats £7.95, 01432 340555.

Sat 15 June ORGAN RECITAL Callum Alger, Joshua Roebuck. Works

by Elgar, Franck, Bach and Durufle.

St Laurence’s Church, Ludlow, 1pm, free with retiring collection.

AFTERNOON MUSIC Hereford Cathedral, 3pm.

CLUN VALLEY JAZZ Featuring Tori Freestone Trio.

Town Hall, Bishop’s Castle, 7.30pm, £15, 01588 630023.

CANTALOOP Reet Petite, Leominster.

SHELSLEY WALSH HILL CLIMB Rally cars and motorbikes from the 70s and 80s, live music, motoring and retail village, children’s play area, demonstration runs and more.

Shelsley Walsh, Worcester, £25, www.shlseywalsh.com

WHALEBONE ‘Totally Plucked’. Astley Village Hall, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £10, 01939 211015, bring your own refreshments.

ORCHESTRA OF THE SWAN ‘An English Idyll’. Programme includes Holst, Elgar, Britten and Malcolm Arnold. Curzon Herrick Hall, Eardisley, 7.30pm, £12/£8, 01544 327844.

Promoted by The Courtyard. Arts Alive.

PHOENIX Gordon Bennetts Bar, Hereford, 9pm.

Sun 16 June

LUDLOW FRINGE FESTIVAL Featuring The Big Sin, Castle Square and multiple venues, 1-3pm, free.

Daniel Martinez Flamenco Company, flamenco music and dance, St Laurence’s Church, Ludlow, 7.30pm, £15. 01584 705070, www.ludlowfringe.co.uk WORST KEPT SECRET Bull Inn, Shrewsbury.

TEMPLE RECORDS DJ Night. Babar Cafe, Union St, Hereford, 01432 342334.

SHROPSHIRE BLUES CLUB Featuring Paul Bridgwater Electric Blues Rebellion and Blue Moon.

Ludlow Brewery, Station Drive, Ludlow, music starts 8pm, £10 in advance, £12 on the door available from Ludlow Brewery, Mod Lang Records, Wood Yard, Ludlow, Cancer Research Shop, Ludlow and Facebook page.

LOCKED AND LOADED Bull Hotel, Ludlow.

ROYAL GEORGE BEER FESTIVAL Featuring Jenny & The Jerms, acoustic pop. The Royal George, Lingen, 8pm.

LUDLOW MAGNA CARTA Beer trail at The Rose and Crown and The Church Inn, Ludlow, featuring tapas days at both pubs and music featuring Men in Harmony, Shred Belly and Jack Brett and Friends.

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RUTH WATSON AND FRIENDS Ruth Watson, oboe will be joined by John Hymas, violin/viola; Jeremy Fisher, piano and Wendy from Brussels, flute.

Programme includes Elgar, Telemann and more. St Mary’s Parish Church, Dilwyn, 7.30pm, £12.50, 01544 318738.

The Crown will provide pre and post suppers by prior arrangement 01544 318063. Profits to maintain/ repair The Crown Inn.

SHELSLEY WALSH HILL CLIMB Rally cars and motorbikes from the 70s and 80s, live music, motoring and retail village, children’s play area, demonstration runs and more.

Shelsley Walsh, Worcester, £25, www.shlseywalsh.com KRIS DOLLIMORE Prince of Wales, Ledbury, 4.30pm.

ROYAL GEORGE BEER FESTIVAL Twelve local ales and BBQ. The Royal George, Lingen.

GEORGIA CLARK Bull Inn, Shrewsbury.

FUN DAY & DOG SHOW Sandford Park, Church Stretton, 11am-4pm, free. Church Stretton Fathers & Families, 01694 720132.

DUNCAN HONEYBOURNE Piano. Programme includes Haydn, Schubert and first performance of Paul Henley. Lion Ballroom, Leominster, 3pm, £12, students £6, 01568 616460.

BOONDOGZ The Grape Vaults, Leominster, 3pm.

LUDLOW FRINGE FESTIVAL Featuring The Dime Notes, 1020s jazz.

Ludlow Brewery, 8pm, £12/£10. Majk Stokes, ‘One More Cup of Coffee and then We’ll Save the World’, comedy singer, songwriter, poet and enviromentalist. Appleteme, Corve St, 7.30pm, £10/£8. 01584 705070, www.ludlowfringe.co.uk

JAMES HUNT QUARTET ‘Jazz on a Summers Day’.

Dinham Millenium Green, 2.30-5pm, free, 07957 392074.

SUNDAY SESSIONS Featuring Mice and Men. Babar Cafe, Union St, Hereford, 2-5pm, free, 01432 342334.

SEAN GAFFNEYS JAZZ DUO Vaults, Bishop’s Castle.

GRANDMASTER FLASH The innovator, pioneer and one of the creators of Hip Hop music. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £25, 01743 281281.

LUDLOW MAGNA CARTA Beer trail at The Rose and Crown and The Church Inn, Ludlow, featuring tapas days at both pubs and music at the Rose & Crown with Simon Deeley on the piano.

OPEN MIC With full PA, al fresco (weather permitting). Gilbies Bar & Bistro, St Peter’s Close, Hereford, 5-8pm, contact martinchapple1@gmail.com ACOUSTIC SESSION Monkland Arms, Monkland, near Leominster, 01568 720510.

MICE IN A MATCHOBX Babar Cafe, Union St, Hereford, 2pm.

THE BEKI BRINDLE BAND Plus Sticky Wicket on drums.

Richmond Club, Edgar St, Hereford, 3pm, free.

DARREN PAGE The Voice of Roy Orbison.

Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, £17.50, 01600 772467.

Mon 17 June HOT-SPOT SPEED QUIZ The Bell Inn, Leominster, 8.30pm.

ELECTROLYTE A multi-award winning piece of gig theatre that powerfully explores mental health for a contemporary audience.

Written in spoken word poetry and underscored by original music. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.45pm, £12/£10, 01432 340555.

Tues 18 June STOKESAY COURT Public tour. Stokesay Court, Onibury, near Craven Arms, 2.30pm, booking essential, 01584 856238.

OPEN MIC The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, 01497 821762.

ANYTHING FOR LOVE Meat Loaf’s greatest hits. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £29.50, 01743 281281.

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LUDLOW FRINGE FESTIVAL Featuring Thomas Cameron, A Night at the Musicals. Methodist Church, Broad St, Ludlow, 7.30pm, £15/£12. Grey Wolf, Ludlow Brewery, 7.30pm, £8.

01584 705070, www.ludlowfringe.co.uk WORRIED MEN Vaults, Bishop’s Castle.

A EUROPEAN MUSICAL TOUR Featuring Claire Kennedy, flute and Caroline Greenwood, harp. St Mary Magdalene’s Church, Leintwardine, 7.30pm, £15, £14 and £10 from Griffiths Garage, Kingsland Shop, Ludlow Assembly Rooms and Aardvark Books.

Thomas Cameron, Ludlow Fringe Festival

Tues 18 June LUNCHTIME ORGAN RECITAL Featuring David Henning. Hereford Cathedral, 1.15pm.

VINTAGE JAZZ REVIVAL Rose and Crown, Ludlow, 9pm.

Wed 19 June REMI HARRIS St Laurence’s Church, Ludlow, 8pm, £15/£12, 01584 705070.

LUDLOW FRINGE FESTIVAL Featuring Remi Harris, jazz and blues guitarist. St Laurence’s Church, Ludlow, 8pm, £15/£12. 01584 705070, www.ludlowfringe.co.uk ANYTHING FOR LOVE Meat Loaf’s greatest hits. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £29.50, 01743 281281.

DECLAN NERNEY With special guest Seamus Moore.

Country and Irish music. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £21.50, 01743 281281.

THE DRAGON BAND The Horse and Jockey, Churchstoke.

Thurs 20 June JOHNNY CASH ROADSHOW 2019 Featuring Clive John. Borough Theatre, Abergavenny, 7.30pm, £22, 01873 850805.

THE DICK & BOB SHOW Prince of Wales, Ledbury, 8pm.

ONE NIGHT OF ELVIS Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £26.50-£24, 01743 281281.

AMERICANA SESSION Talbot Hotel, Leominster, 8pm.

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BLUES NIGHT With Bobby and the Bluetones.

Reet Petite, Leominster.

OPEN MIC NIGHT Wobbly Brewing Company, Beech Business Park, Hereford, 7.30pm, contact martinchapple1@gmail.com THE MAGIC OF MOTOWN 40 back-to-back classic Motown hits.

The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, £25/£24, 01432 340555.

Fri 21 June OPEN MIC NIGHT Herb Garden Community Cafe, Llandrindod Wells, 7.30pm.

PAUL PARKER AND FRIENDS Bull Inn, Shrewsbury.

HARP FEST 2019 12 ales, local ciders, food, bouncy castle, gin trap bar. Games night at 6.30pm, darts, quoits and shuffleboard, £5 entry, spectators welcome, The Harp, Old Radnor, 01544 350655.

LIVE MUSIC Gordon Bennetts Bar, Hereford, 9pm.

STONY & CO Tunes for disco divas and House heads. Chang Thai Bar, Ludlow, 8pm, free.

HEREFORD GILBERT & SULLIVAN SOCIETY A 1940’s concert party tribute. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, earlybird ticket £8, £10, cash only on the door, 01432 507483.

PAPAGENA ‘Nuns and Roses’. St Laurence’s Church, Ludlow, 7.30pm, £12, under 18s free, 01584 878141.

VILLAGE QUIRE ‘Songs for Silas’. St Stephen’s Church, Old Radnor, 7.30pm, £10 includes drink at the Harp afterwards, 01544 350655.

OPEN MIC Hosted by Chris Bufton. Reet Petite, Leominster.

TIRNANOG The Lost ARC, Rhayader, 8pm, £10 in advance, £12 on the door, www.thelostarc.co.uk

LUDLOW FRINGE FESTIVAL Featuring Peaky Blinder Brewery Takeover. A themed night with 1920s entertainment, burlesque, live music and DJ. Ludlow Brewery, 7.30pm, £15.

Stony & Co, All-star Ibiza style rave tunage, Chang Thai Bar, Market St, 7.30pm, free. 01584 705070, www.ludlowfringe.co.uk MARIA STATIGOU Piano. Brecon Cathedral, 1.10pm, free admission, retiring collection.

HOLDER AND SMITH Tribute to the swinging jazz sensations Stephane Grappelli and Django Reinhardt with violin, hot gypsy guitar and a dash of vocals. Fownhope New Memorial Hall, 7pm, £10 bring your own drinks, 07976 727959.

THANK ABBA FOR THE MUSIC Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £25-£23, 01743 281281.

VINYL VIBE MUSIC FESTIVAL Featuring Pixel, Fokuz Recordings, Bambi Legs, Digitally Mashed, Top Drawer Digital, Sikeness and Dismay, Gini, Dragon Collective, Delta Victor, Freebass, Dubious Reu, Fat Cat Sound, Nunnchuck, Impactik, Hidden Element, Junglist Dub Club, Conan, Stack 4 Sounds, Lunatic, Kompas Audio, Colon, Tremors, Planet Pluto, Sir Lord Crasher, Authentics and many more playing dub, reggae, soul, funk, eclectic, swing, DNB, jungle, Techno and more. All at a secret location in picturesque Mid Wales with on site camping, showers, yurts, workshops, cafe, walkabout theatre. www.vinylvibefestival.co.uk 07528 706185. Limited to 200.

MICE IN A MATCHBOX De Koffie Pot, Bridge St, Hereford, 7pm.

MAJESTY The ultimate Queen tribute band.

Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 7.30pm, £22.50, 01584 811442.

THE ANIMATORS Local 3-piece rock, country and pop band. Golden Cross, Sutton St Nicholas, Hereford.

ALTERNATIVE ROOTS Dun Cow, Shrewsbury.

GILLOW CIDER FESTIVAL Featuring Front Runner. Gillows Manor, St Owens Cross, Hereford, HR2 8LE, camping open 10am, music from 6pm, 3 days including camping £35.50, under 18s £15.50, under 5s free, day tickets available, www.gillowciderfestival.co.uk 01989 730312.

LIVE MUSIC FRIDAYS De Koffie Pot, Bridge St, Hereford, 8pm.

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Fri 21 June BLACKBERRY WOOD The Wild Hare Club celebrates the summer solstice when the much loved Canadian, foot-stompin’, barn-shakin’, gypsy-circus band roll into town as part of their Glastonbury pilgrimage. The Barrels, St Owen St, Hereford, 8.30pm, free, www.wildhareclub.com

Carnival Band

THE CARNIVAL BAND ‘A Carnival Calendar’. Weaving folk, historical and contemporary strands from England and abroad. Knighton Community Centre, 7.30pm, £12 in advance, from Tower House Gallery, AJ Pugh Butchers or from Community Centre, £15 on the door, £5 children, 01547 428088.

LIVE DINNER JAZZ Local quartet plays well-known standards, Latin and blues. With special guest Becki Biggins. (Ludlow Fringe Festival). Free entry, cocktails, light bites or book a table for dinner.

The Cliffe at Dinham, Ludlow, 8 - 10.30pm, 01584 872063.

Sat 22 June SWN DA SUNDA Sundanese Gamelan group. Willow Globe, Llanwrthwl, near Rhayader, 7pm, £12, children £6, family ticket £30, 01597 811487.

CUSTARD COLLECTION Gordon Bennetts Bar, Hereford, 9pm.

THE DEREK HARRISON BAND Featuring Derek Harrison, piano/vocals and Stan Williams, trumpet. Andrew Logan Museum of Sculpture, Berriew, 8pm, £12.50 in advance, £15 on the door, under 16s half price, includes light supper, cash bar, 01686 640689.

EYEBALL BUBBLE BATH Video projection with DJS. Babar Cafe, Union St, Hereford, 01432 342334.

St Mary Magdalene’s Church, Leintwardine present

A EUROPEAN MUSICAL TOUR Flute: Claire Kennedy

Harp: Caroline Greenwood

Thursday 20th June 7.30pm Tickets available from: Griffiths Garage, Kingsland Shop, Ludlow Assembly Rooms and Aardvark Books (£15 conc: £14 and £10)

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LUDLOW FRINGE FESTIVAL Featuring Pure Studios, Stay Fabulous Cabaret, Chang Thai Bar, Market St, Ludlow, 4pm, free. The Mary Webb Society, pastoral music, St Laurence’s Church, Ludlow, 7.30pm, £12. The Ludlow Pride After Party, festive mood with music and entertainment, The Bull Hotel, 9pm, free. 01584 705070, www.ludlowfringe.co.uk DJ AJ Gay Pride after party. Bull Hotel, Ludlow.

DYNAMITE DICK BAND Bull Inn, Shrewsbury.

SATURDAY SHENANIGANS Featuring The Beatroot Collective.

Funk, soul, ska, reggae, collective, breaks. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, earlybird £6, £8 on the door, 01497 821762.

LIVE IN THE GARDEN Featuring Fran Clark. Monkland Arms, Monkland, near Leominster, 6.30pm, 01568 720510.

HARP FEST 2019 12 ales, local ciders, food, bouncy castle, gin trap bar. Live music from 12pm to 11pm, headline act Shop Front Heroes, £10 in advance, £15 on the door. The Harp, Old Radnor, 01544 350655.

HEREFORD GILBERT & SULLIVAN SOCIETY Present a 1940’s tribute concert.

Eardisley Village Hall, 7.30pm, £10 on the door, or email lucywalden49@ gmail.com to reserve.

VINYL VIBE MUSIC FESTIVAL See 21 June for details. A secret location in picturesque Mid Wales with on site camping, showers, yurts, workshops, cafe, walkabout theatre. www.vinylvibefestival.co.uk 07528 706185. Limited to 200.

LIVE MUSIC White Horse Inn, Clun.

www.TheMarketTheatre.com Visit Ledbury’s purpose built, intimate theatre with comfortable seats, bar and a warm welcome, for a great programme of original drama, music, cinema and live screenings - see listings for what’s on

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VRi, Gregynog Festival

GILLOW CIDER FESTIVAL Featuring Call of the Kraken, Panic Circus, Mice in a Matchbox plus more.

Gillows Manor, St Owens Cross, Hereford, HR2 8LE, camping music from 12pm, 3 days including camping £35.50, under 18s £15.50, under 5s free, day tickets available, www.gillowciderfestival.co.uk 01989 730312.

NAKATOMI PLAZA Bull Inn, Shrewsbury.

Sat 22 June JOEY THE CROW Reet Petite, Leominster.

GILLOW CIDER FESTIVAL Featuring Whipjacks and 1960s icon Dave Berry, plus Panic Circus and more. Gillows Manor, St Owens Cross, Hereford, HR2 8LE, camping, music from 12pm, 3 days including camping £35.50, under 18s £15.50, under 5s free, day tickets available, www.gillowciderfestival.co.uk 01989 730312.

THE ROY ORBISON STORY Barry Steele and Friends. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £25, 01743 281281.

ECHOFEST 19 Featuring The Whiskey River Acoustic Quartet, Reverend Ferriday, Sundown Jazz Society, Heavy Domestic, About Face Theatre Company, The Fetch Theatre, plus more acts to be announced. Dom’s Bike Stop, West Eaton Nurseries, A44 Bromyard Rd, Leominster, 12 noon ‘til late, adults £15, under 18s £7.50, under 5s free, 01568 620307.

THE KILKENNYS Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £21.50, 01743 281281.

RUBBLE Vaga Tavern, Hereford, 9pm, free.

GREGYNOG FESTIVAL Featuring VRi, a chamber-folk string trio. National Library of Wales, Aberystwyth, 7.30pm, 01686 207100.

MAYZMUSIK SUMMER SHOWCASE The talents of musicians, singers, dancers and actors, aged from 3-63.

Borough Theatre, Abergavenyy, 12.30pm & 6pm, 01873 850805.

Sun 23 June IAN PARKER BAND Prince of Wales, Ledbury, 4.30pm.

HARP FEST 2019 Battle of the Bands, open mic, £5 entry. The Harp, Old Radnor, 01544 350655.

STEVE HARLEY & COCKNEY REBEL Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £34.50, 01743 281281.

REMEMBERING GLEN CAMPBELL Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7.30pm, £22/£20, 01874 611622.

SUNDAY SESSION Featuring Butcher’s Dogs. Babar Cafe, Union St, Hereford, 2-5pm, free, 01432 342334.

VINYL VIBE MUSIC FESTIVAL See 21 June for details. A secret location in picturesque Mid Wales with on site camping, showers, yurts, workshops, cafe, walkabout theatre. www.vinylvibefestival.co.uk 07528 706185. Limited to 200.

LIVE MUSIC White Horse Inn, Clun.

GREGYNOG FESTIVAL Featuring VRi, a chamber-folk string trio. Pontcadfan, Llangadfan, 2.30pm, www.gregynogfestival.org 01686 207100.

BLUES SUNDAY Featuring Luke Doherty Band.

Richmond Place Club, Edgar St, Hereford, 3-5pm, 01432 270211.

LORISE ETON & THE STEALERS Lichfield Vaults, Church St, Hereford, 01432 266821.

HAY MUSIC Featuring Raphael Wallfisch, cello and John York, piano. Programme includes Rebecca Clarke, Beethoven, Brahms and Frank Bridge. Dorstone House, Dorstone, 3pm, £15, students £7.50, www.haymusic.org SAMMY NO The Grape Vaults, Leominster, 3pm.

BORDER VOICES Manuel Cardoso, focusing on ‘Missa Pro Defunctis and a selection of his motets. Leominster Priory, 8pm, free entry, retiring collection.

SINFONIA CYMRU & KABANTU ‘Close to Folk’. World music collective Kabantu joins forces with innovative Welsh chamber orchestra Sinfonia Cymru to blur the boundaries between genres, taking inspiration from the music and poetry of Wales and the rest of the UK. Wyeside, Builth Wells, 8pm, £16/£12, 01982 552555.

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Jed and Allie welcome you to the pub with folk at it’s heart

WHAT’S ON IN JUNE Fri 7 June - FIRST FRIDAY SESSION Sat 8 June - GARY HALL ‘Live in the Garden’ 6.30pm Sun 16 June - SUNDAY ACOUSTIC SESSION Sat 22 June - FRAN CLARK ‘Live in the Garden’ 6.30pm Wed 26 June - QUIZ NIGHT 8.30pm start Lunches and evening meals served everyday.

Fine ales and wines by the score.

Monkland Arms, Monkland, Leominster, HR6 9DE 01568 720510 www.themonklandarms.co.uk

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QUIZ White Horse Inn, Clun.

DEBASHISH BHATTACHARYA TRIO Embracing Hawaiian slide guitar with a unique blend of Indian ragas and bluesy western styles. Borough Theatre, Abergavenny, 7.30pm, £16/£14, 01873 850805.

Moishes Bagel

Sun 23 June MOISHE’S BAGEL Original cutting-edge klezmer and folk music. An intoxicating, lifeaffirming mix of Eastern European dance music, Middle Eastern rhythms and virtuoso performances. Assembly Rooms, Presteigne, 8pm, £12 from the Workhouse, Presteigne (cash only) or wegottickets.com

Mon 24 June LUDLOW FRINGE FESTIVAL Featuring Sonya Smith, singer, songwriter and guitar player. Appleteme, Corve St, Ludlow, 7.30pm, £8.

01584 705070, www.ludlowfringe.co.uk RYAN YOUNG Ryan’s fiddle playing is brimming with fresh melodic ideas, an uplifting rhythmic drive, bringing new life to Scottish music. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.45pm, £15/£12, 01432 340555.

Tues 25 June VINTAGE JAZZ REVIVAL Rose and Crown, Ludlow, 9pm.

OPEN MIC The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, 01497 821762.

LUNCHTIME ORGAN RECITAL Featuring Charles Maxtone-Smith.

Hereford Cathedral, 1.15pm.

OPEN MIC With full PA. Volunteer Inn, Harold St, Hereford, 8pm, contact martinchapple1@gmail.com

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Wed 26 June QUIZ NIGHT Monkland Arms, Monkland, near Leominster, 8.30pm, 01568 720510.

THE DRAGON BAND The Horse and Jockey, Churchstoke.

Thurs 27 June LUDLOW FRINGE FESTIVAL The Great Ludlow Get Together. Street party, music, crafts and games, bring some food and join in. Rocksprings Community Centre, Sandford Rd, 11.30am-2pm, free. 01584 705070, www.ludlowfringe.co.uk CAFE LOLA From cabaret to klezmer. Double bass, guitar, clarinet, saxophone, baritone horn, accordion and vocals. Andrew Logan Museum of Sculpture, Berriew, 8pm, £12.50 in advance, £15 on the door, under 16s half price, includes light supper, cash bar, 01686 640689.

WEIRDSHIRE Featuring United Bible Studies.

Plus vinyl selections from Jus’Jay & Sproatly. Babar Cafe, Union St, Hereford, 01432 342334.

BEEZ NEEZ Vaults, Bishop’s Castle.

UNITED BIBLE STUDIES Babar Cafe, Union St, Hereford.

Weirdshire gig.

Fri 28 June FRIDAY LIVE Featuring Duncan McCorkinddale plus support from Adam Thorn. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8pm, £5, 01497 821762.

GREGYNOG FESTIVAL Featuring Rhian Davies, Walford and Wales. National Library of Wales, Aberystwyth, 1pm. Senior Common Room, Gregynog, 6pm. Odysseus Piano Trio, The Music Room, Gregynog, 7.30pm. www.gregynogfestival.org 01686 207100.

THE ECHO BANDITS Golden Cross, Sutton St Nicholas, Hereford.

BLACKMOUNTAIN BLUEGRASS Blackmountain Bluegrass picking weekend, a weekend of nonstop bluegrass sessioning. Clyro Court, no admission charge, £6pp for camping, 014497 820033.

THE FORFEITS Gordon Bennetts Bar, Hereford, 9pm.

LUDLOW FRINGE FESTIVAL Featuring James Hunt Duo, accompanied by gin cocktails.

Appleteme’s Old Brewery, Corve St, Ludlow, 7.30pm, £7.50. Young Musicians, Ludlow Brewery, 7.30pm, £5. 01584 705070, or 079852 18727, www.ludlowfringe.co.uk STUART CARTER-SMITH & PAUL GREGORY A tribute to the jazz sensations Django Reinhardt and Frank Sinatra.

Clungunford Village Hall, 7pm, £10, bring your own drinks, 07976 727959.

CUP O’ JOE Rising stars of the international bluegrass scene. SpArC Theatre, Bishop’s Castle, 7.30pm, £11, under 18s £6, 01588 630321.

OPEN MIC Hosted by Mark Richards.

The Sun Inn, Leintwardine, 8pm.

A MIDSUMMER CONCERT Conor Gricmanis, Noxwode and friends present Vivaldi Concertos. Community College, Bishop’s Castle, 7,30pm, £10, £8.50 OAP, £5 students, book at school reception. All funds raised support CCBC.

STIFF WITNESS Dun Cow, Shrewsbury.

GWENT CHAMBER ORCHESTRA Brecon Cathedral, 1.10pm, free admission, retiring collection.

LIVE MUSIC FRIDAYS De Koffie Pot, Bridge St, Hereford, 8pm.

KINGTON COMMUNITY CHOIR With their Musical Director Catherine O’Rourke. The Bradnor Room, The Burton Hotel, Kington, 7.30pm, £5 from the Burton, www.kcchoir.wordpress. com ALTERNATIVE ROOTS Bull Inn, Shrewsbury.

CAROLINE GREENWOOD & CLAIRE KENNEDY Flute and harp concert. St Mary Magdalene’s Church, Leintwardine, 7.30pm, £15/£14/£10, tickets from Griffiths’ Garage, Aardvark Books, Kingsland Shop and Assembly Rooms, Ludlow.

Sat 29 June HEREFORD STRING ORCHESTRA Summer Concert. Programme includes Grieg, Nielsen and Sibelius.

Leominster Priory, 7.30pm, 01568 760633, www.herefordstringorchestra.co.uk PIG DAZE Vaults, Bishop’s Castle.

KNUCKLAS VILLAGE FETE Traditional village fete with children’s activities, stalls, dog show and much more. Community Orchard, Knucklas, near Knighton, 2-5pm.

THE TROY REDFERN BAND Reet Petite, Leominster.

LUDLOW FRINGE FESTIVAL The Great Ludlow Get Together. Street party, music, crafts and games, bring some food and join in. Castle Square, 11am-4pm, free. Neverland, One Vision Musical Theatre Company singing songs from the musicals, Methodist Church, 7.30pm, £12, under 16s £6. Lucas D & The Groove Ghetto, a 6-piece soul funk band, Ludlow Brewery, 7.30pm, £10.

01584 705070, www.ludlowfringe.co.uk THE AFTER DARK BAND Gordon Bennetts Bar, Hereford, 9pm.

EUPHONISM Bull Inn, Shrewsbury.

BLACKMOUNTAIN BLUEGRASS Blackmountain Bluegrass picking weekend, a weekend of nonstop bluegrass sessioning. Clyro Court, no admission charge, £6pp for camping, 014497 820033.

COFFEE CONCERT Cellini, cello duo Roz Gladstone and Kathryn Graham. Garway Community Centre, 10.30am, coffee/tea and cake, £7.50, children £2.50 cash on the door.

REGGAE PIE Reggae night with DJS. Babar Cafe, Union St, Hereford, 01432 342334.

BULL FEST Fringe at the Bull. Beer, music, entertainment and BBQ, The Bull Hotel, Ludlow, 1pm-1am, free, donations in the hat. Part of Ludlow Fringe Festival. 01584 705070, www.ludlowfringe.co.uk VILLAGE CEILIDH Bleddfa Centre, near Knighton, 01547 550377.

STUART CARTER-SMITH & PAUL GREGORY A tribute to the jazz sensations Django Reinhardt and Frank Sinatra. Clarence Hall, Crickhowell, 7pm, £10, bring your own drinks, 07976 727959.

JACK FEST Featuring Bad Medicine (Bon Jovi tribute), The Wayne Martin Band, Hot Rod 55, The Sultana Brothers, Torque, Andrew Pearce, Boon Dogz, Over the Hillbillies and Riverman Blues.

The Purslow Showground, Purslow, 1.30pm, SY7 0HJ, £15 in advance, £20 on the gate, £8 children 12-17, under 11s free, gazebo pitch £10, tickets limited, contact 01588 660539 or 07966 254742 or 01588 674925.

SHREWSBURY CHORAL SOCIETY ‘A Slice of Heaven’. St Alkmund’s Church, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £15, children free, 01743 232236.

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Sat 29 June TENBURY TOWN BAND Music ranging from Glenn Miller to The Beatles. The Crown Inn, Dilwyn, 7.30pm, free.

ANNUAL BARBECUE Bedstone & Hopton Castle Village Hall, 7pm, £5, children £2.50 includes food, 01547 530282.

GREGYNOG FESTIVAL Featuring Dr Jan Ruzicka, Senior Common Room, Gregynog, 2.30pm.

Craig Owen, ‘David Davies and the Temple of Peace’, Senior Common Room, Gregynog, 4pm. A Nocte Temporis, an all Bach programme, The Music Room, Gregynog, 7.30pm. www.gregynogfestival.org 01686 207100.

THAT’LL BE THE DAY UK’s favourite rock ‘n’ roll variety production with a brand new show.

Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 7.30pm, £25.50/£24.50, 01686 614555.

Sun 30 June GREGYNOG FESTIVAL Featuring Meirion Wynn Jones, organ.

Bethel Chapel, Baker St, Aberystwyth, 2.30pm, www.gregynogfestival.org 01686 207100.

C-JAM Prince of Wales, Ledbury, 4.30pm.

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BLACKMOUNTAIN BLUEGRASS Blackmountain Bluegrass picking weekend, a weekend of nonstop bluegrass sessioning. Clyro Court, no admission charge, £6pp for camping, 014497 820033.

MICE IN A MATCHBOX White Horse Inn, Clun, 5pm.

CHRIS JAMES The Grape Vaults, Leominster, 3pm.

Mon 1 July

OPEN MIC With full PA, al fresco (weather permitting). Gilbies Bar & Bistro, St Peter’s Close, Hereford, 5-8pm, contact martinchapple1@gmail.com

CIDER CITY JAZZMEN The Barrels, St Owen’s St, Hereford, 01432 274968.

AMERICANA SESSION Grape Vaults, Leominster, 8pm.

VO FLETCHER Bull Inn, Shrewsbury.

BLACKMOUNTAIN BLUEGRASS Blackmountain Bluegrass picking weekend, a weekend of nonstop bluegrass sessioning. Clyro Court, no admission charge, £6pp for camping, 014497 820033.

SUNDAY SESSION Featuring The Lower Deckers, sea shanty singers and The Foremans, a blues band. Babar Cafe, Union St, Hereford, 2-5pm, free, 01432 342334.

LUDLOW FRINGE FESTIVAL Featuring Ludlow Concert Band, Ludlow Castle Beacon Rooms and Garden, 1.30pm, free. Ludlow Fringe Grand Finale - Ratpack meets Elvis, Ludlow Brewery, 7.30pm, £12/£10.

01584 705070, www.ludlowfringe.co.uk STOKESAY COURT Public tour. Stokesay Court, Onibury, near Craven Arms, 2.30pm, booking essential, 01584 856238.

JULY

SHROPSHIRE GALA CONCERT Featuring Polished Brass and Shropshire Training Brass Ensemble, 5.30pm, £5. Ukefest, 5.45pm, £5.

Shropshire Youth Brass Band and Shropshire Youth Orchestra, 7.30pm, £9. School’s Performance Platform, 7.45pm, £9. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 01743 281281.

BRIMFIELD FOLK CLUB Brimfield Village Hall, Brimfield, near Ludlow, 7.30pm, 01584 711480 www. roger435.wixsite.com/brimfieldfolkclub

Tues 2 July

Wed 3 July

STOKESAY COURT Public tour. Stokesay Court, Onibury, near Craven Arms, 2.30pm, booking essential, 01584 856238.

THE DRAGON BAND The Horse and Jockey, Churchstoke.

SHROPSHIRE GALA CONCERT Featuring Winspiration, Shropshire Training Woodwind Ensemble, 5.30pm, £5. String Fest, Shropshire Training Strings Ensemble, 6pm, £5.

Shropshire Training Youth Wind Orchestra and Shropshire Training Youth Orchestra, 7.30pm, £9.

Fiddlesticks, Shropshire Girls’ Choir, Shropshire Senior Girls’ Choir and Shropshire Youth Wind Orchestra, 8pm, £9, 01743 281281.

ORGANISTS FOR THE FUTURE A celebratory event marking 18 years of the work of DHOTS, training organists in the Diocese of Hereford and beyond. With the bishop of Hereford and Peter Dyke, Andrew McCrae. Q & A session, refreshments, and music performed by students.

Leominster Priory, 7pm, free, but contact Grahame Taylor on 01584 831147.

LUNCHTIME ORGAN RECITAL Featuring Douglas Tang. Hereford Cathedral, 1.15pm.

VINTAGE JAZZ REVIVAL Rose and Crown, Ludlow, 9pm.

JENNY AND THE JERMS Nori’s Cafe, Leominster, £22, includes meal, please book in advance, 01568 612876 or email noriscafe@yahoo.com THE BUTCHERS DOGS Toby and John invite you to a musical evening plus support. Dukes Arms, Presteigne, 8.30pm, £3 on the door.

Thurs 4 July SOMEONE LIKE YOU The Adele songbook. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £20, 01743 281281.

WEIRDSHIRE Featuring CJoynes. Plus vinyl selections from Jus’Jay & Sproatly.

Babar Cafe, Union St, Hereford, 01432 342334.

ALMELEY STEADY SESSION The Bells Inn, Almeley, near Kington, www.almeleysteadysession.wordpress. com

Fri 5 July MARK LATIMER / TREV DAVIES TRIO Chequers, Etnam St, Leominster.

LINTON FESTIVAL Music, real ale and cider festival, raising money for local charities.

Featuring Limehouse Lizzy, Hamilton Loomis and Lisa Mills. The grounds of the Alma Inn, Linton, near Ross-on-Wye, www.lintonfestival.org LIVE MUSIC FRIDAYS De Koffie Pot, Bridge St, Hereford, 8pm.

BEER ON THE WYE Featuring Boondogz 6pm, The Worried Men 7.30pm and The Outcast Band at 9.30pm. Marquee at Hereford Rowing Club. Hot food, music, camping, www.beeronthewye.org.uk LOST THE PLOT Bull Inn, Shrewsbury.

SUMMER CONCERT Featuring Builth Male Voice Choir with Dolau Mixtures Choir and supporting performers. Dolau Community Hall, Dolau, LD1 5TW, £8, 01597 851256 or 07904 883038.

SOME GUYS HAVE ALL THE LUCK The Rod Stewart Story. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, £24.50, interval treats £7.95, 01432 340555.

Sat 6 July THE RONALDOS Reet Petite, Leominster.

Conquest Theatre Bromyard Live on Stage Fri 14 June, 7.30pm FOLK IN THE FOYER FRANK BURKITT BAND with BECKA WOLFE Thurs 20 - Sat 22 June, 7.30pm CONQUEST PRODUCTIONS ‘CANARY GIRLS’

Films

7 June, 7.30pm MARY POPPINS RETURNS (U)

Screenings 4 June, 7pm VAN GOGH & JAPAN Exhibition on Screen 5 June, 7pm TAMING OF THE SHREW RSC 8 June, 8pm TAKE THAT GREATEST HITS 11 June, 7.15pm ROMEO & JULIET Royal Opera House 15 June, 3pm TORTOISE AND THE HARE Bitesize Ballet 25 June, 7.20pm THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR 27 June, 7pm SMALL ISLAND National Theatre 30 June, 5.30pm CINDERELLA Glyndebourne

Box office 01885 488575 www.conquest-theatre.co.uk

JUNE MUSIC Sat 1 LOCKED & LOADED Sat 8 13 RIVERS Fri 14 THE YOUTH WITHIN + AMBITION DEMOLITION + TERMINAL RAGE

Sat 15 CANTALOOP Thurs 20 Blues Night, BOBBY & THE BLUETONES Fri 21 Open Mic hosted by CHRIS BUFTON Sat 22 JOEY THE CROW Sat 29 THE TROY REDFERN BAND

Reet Petite, 18 West Street, Leominster

07484 545368

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Sat 6 July YOUNG MUSICIANS RECITAL Featuring Lily Atkin, clarinet, saxophone; Rosie Sherpa, violin and Susie Allan, piano. St Laurence’s Church, Ludlow, 1pm, free with retiring collection.

MONTERAY JACK & THE MALCONTENTS Bull Inn, Shrewsbury.

BEER ON THE WYE Featuring The Conspiritualists 3pm; The Kilpecks 4.30pm, live music at 6pm, Fired Up at 7.30pm and Second City Soul at 9.30pm. Marquee at Hereford Rowing Club.

Hot food, music, camping, www.beeronthewye.org.uk PETER KNIGHT’S GIGSPANNER Legendary fiddler with Steeley Span with his trio.

Myndtown Church, near Bishop’s Castle, 7.30pm, £15, booking essential, 01588 680100, www.myndtownchurch.com A COUNTRY NIGHT IN NASHVILLE Starring Dominic Halpin & The Hurricanes. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £29, 01743 281281.

BLUZE BOX Bull Hotel, Ludlow.

LINTON FESTIVAL Music, real ale and cider festival, raising money for local charities. Featuring Slambovian Circus of Dreams, Nine Below Zero, Juke Joints, Viva Santana, Catfish and Rosco Levee. The grounds of the Alma Inn, Linton, near Ross-on-Wye, www.lintonfestival.org LUDLOW CHORAL SOCIETY ‘Dancing in Memory’s Stream’. Folksong from Britain and the Baltics with Shropshire Schools and Polaris Vocal Ensemble. St Laurence’s Church, Ludlow, 7.30pm, £12, under 18s free from Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 01584 878141.

Sun 7 July LINTON FESTIVAL Music, real ale and cider festival, raising money for local charities. Featuring The Manfreds, Aynsley Lister, The Amy Winehouse Experience, Xander & The Peace Pirates and the Troy Redfern Band. The grounds of the Alma Inn, Linton, near Ross-on-Wye, www.lintonfestival.org THE BLUE ROAD Prince of Wales, Ledbury, 4.30pm.

MORGAN EVANS Bull Inn, Shrewsbury.

Trevor Davies Music

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We stock Fender, Gibson, Ibanez, ESP, Fernandez, Epiphone, Indie, Aria, Ovation, Adamas, Martin, Taylor, Yamaha, Crafter, Burns, Washburn, Jackson, AER, Marshall, Hartke, Carlsbro, Laney, Zoom, Digitech, Tama, Casio.

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Approximately 500 guitars in stock and Brass, Woodwind, Drums, Keyboards, accessories and thousands of music books and sheet music.

BEER ON THE WYE Featuring Jay and Eli, popular music spanning five decades. Family fun day. Marquee at Hereford Rowing Club. Hot food, music, camping, www.beeronthewye.org.uk HEREFORD JAZZ CLUB Featuring The Jazz Buddies. Richmond Club, Edgar St, Hereford, 7.30pm, £7, 01432 276304.

Music Workshops Fri 7 - Sun 9 June CAN YOU SING, TO A DEGREE? A chance to sing with Sheila Ferguson at this year’s Choir Camp. For all ages (over 18) and abilities. Dunfield House, near Kington, for details call 0121 4011380 or email info@saintececile.co.uk Sun 9 June TAIKO TASTER SESSIONS Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, family session 10.30am-11.30am, adults 11.45am-1.15pm.

Family £20, child £5, adult £7, 01874 611622.

Sun 9 June BIG SING Come together with the Leominster community for a morning singing well known uplifting songs and hymns. Priory Church, 10am, free.

Part of Leominster Festival.

Sat 15 June IMPROVISING Play around with vocal sound in this informal session. For ages 14+. The Hive, Belmont, Shrewsbury, 10am-12pm, £8, 01743 234970.

Fri 21 - Sun 23 June VINYL VIBE FESTIVAL Claim rewards for a limited time and support this local festival https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/vinyl-vibe-festival-2019 Sun 23 June SHROPSHIRE HARMONY QUIRE Free Taster Session of West Gallery music for singers and instrumentalists! Led by Sue Harris. Bishop’s Castle Methodist Hall, 2-5 pm. trevorchalkley@gmail.com.

Sat 29 June BORDER MARCHES EARLY MUSIC FORUM Workshop for singers and instrumentalists.

Tutor David Hatcher. Michael Praetorius, “Polyhymnia Caduceatrix et Panegyrica” 9.30am- 4.30pm. Stockenny, New Radnor, near Presteigne, LD8 2RE. Prior booking essential Robert Harris on pilothouse321@icloud.com or see www.bmemf.org.uk Tues 2 July SING AND WALK In the Radnorshire landscape led by Sue Harris. The Pales Quaker Meeting House, Llandegley, LD1 5UH, www.thepales.org.uk

Monday THE NEW TITLEY PHIL Good sight-reading skills and interested in playing mostly baroque music in a friendly chamber orchestra? Come and join “The New Titley Phil” – directed by baroque cellist and gambist David Hatcher.

2.15pm-4.45pm, Titley Village Hall, 07989 091949.

Monday BRECON TOWN BAND REHEARSALS Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7pm, 07779 390954.

Monday THE GARRICK SINGERS For over 60s. The Courtyard, Hereford, 2pm. £5 per session, 01432 340555.

Mondays ALIVE & KICKIN’ CHOIR Old Muse, Glamorgan St, Brecon, 7-9pm, £5 public, £3 students/staff. tanyawalkermusic@hotmail.com Mondays CRAVEN ARMS MALE VOICE CHOIR All ages welcome singing a broad repertoire of traditional and modern songs. Practice at The Craven Arms Community Centre, 7.30pm. Martin on 01694 722500.

Monday BANDAMANIA Traditional dance music from far and wide. Assembly Rooms, Presteigne 7.15pm, Sue Harris 01547 550158.

Tuesday DOLAU MIXTURES Mixed choir. Dolau Community Hall, Llandrindod Wells, 8pm, 01597 851427.

Tuesday LUNCHTIME UPLIFT SINGING SESSIONS Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 12.30pm, 01874 611622.

Tuesday LEOMINSTER COMMUNITY CHOIR Choir leader: Olivia Preye. No auditions, no need to read music.

World, folk music, anything goes. 7-8.30pm at Leominster Community Centre. 01568 369074.

Tuesday ST MICHAELS SINGERS Welcome interest from new singers, (particularly basses and tenors!) If you are interested please phone our Chairperson Pat Mutton on 01584 819875. We meet on Tuesday evenings at 7.30pm in St Michael’s Village Hall, near Tenbury Wells.

Tuesdays SAMBA BRECON Sue on 07792 165481 or Gill on 01497 821631. 7-9pm, Village Hall just outside Brecon.

Tuesday WHITTON VOICES Mixed community choir.

Assembly Rooms, Presteigne, 8-10pm, £6. All welcome.

Led by Sue Harris, 01547 550158.

Wednesdays CASTLE VOICES Community choir, songs from around the globe, all taught by ear, led by Sue Harris.

Bishop’s Castle Town Hall, 7-8.30pm, £6, 01547 550158.

Wednesday ROCKSPRING COMMUNITY CHOIR All welcome particularly men! Minimal charge. Rockspring Community Centre, Ludlow. 01584 529053.

LEARN JAZZ PIANO A specially created course for beginners through to intermediate students.

• Understand jazz chords and how to use them.

• Learn how to improvise.

• Play classic jazz tunes.

• Learn how to improvise in four important styles: blues, swing, mainstream/modern and Latin.

Based Presteigne/Knighton, but happy to travel.

For further details contact Simon Deeley A.L.C.M. Mobile: 07890 303681 email: simon.deeley@aol.com

Wednesdays fortnightly PLAY IT BY EAR Scottish tunes.

Stirring strathspeys, danceable jigs, brooding airs and romping reels from the Highlands and Islands of Scotland.

Tunes are taught at a gentle pace, with plenty of help and encouragement along the way. All melody instruments welcome! Kitty Greenwood: www.folkfiddleteacher.co.uk £52 (8 weeks) or £7.50 p.w. The Pilgrim Centre, Craven Arms, 7.30 to 9.30 pm To book your place, contact Kitty, 01584 841564 Wednesday LUDLOW LARKS COMMUNITY CHOIR Led by Polly Bolton. Songs from around the world.

Ludlow Women’s Centre, 7.30pm-9.30pm.

01584 823609 or info@oak-barn.co.uk or www.jollypages.co.uk/larks Wednesday MUSIC MAKING WITH A BEAT BANG BONG Creative classes, dementia friendly. The Courtyard, Hereford, 2-3.30pm, £2 per session, 01432 340555.

Thursday EDGE CHAMBER CHOIR Auditioned chamber choir led by Ros Crouch. Friends Meeting House, Ludlow, 7.30-9.30pm. 01584 841053 or ros.crouch@gmail.com Thursday KINGTON COMMUNITY Choir rehearsals term time 6.45-8.30pm at Kington Primary School. Formed in 2014 we are a non-auditioning mixed choir of all ages.

Website: kccchoir.wordpress.com email: kccherefordshire@gmail.com Thursday CLUNSONGBIRDS 10 -11.30am in Hightown Hall. Songs to brighten up the day, all taught by ear. £5 per week. Led by Sue Harris 01547 550158 sumarieharris@btinternet.com Thursday BELLA A CAPPELLA All-female 4-part close harmony singing group. Oscars, Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, 7.15-9.45pm, email aimoevo@hotmail.co.uk Thursday PRESTEIGNE POP CHOIR Contact John Hymas for details: 07969 440183, john@johnhymas.com Thursday VOICE ACADEMY AT THE COURTYARD For ages 13+. The Courtyard, Hereford, 4.30-6pm, £4 per session, 01432 340555.

Thursday CANTORION LLANDRINDOD Mixed choir, early/classical music. Howey VH, 7.45pm, 01874 754774.

First Thursdays BLACK HILL TUNE CLUB 2pm at the Crown Inn Longtown. Free. 01432 263495.

Friday LITTLE HEREFORD VOICES COMMUNITY CHOIR We are a non-audition choir formed 7 years ago with 30+ mixed voices. Rehearsing at Little Hereford Village Hall, 7.30pm- 9.15pm. Subscriptions £3 per session (2018/2019 rate). Broad repertoire (usually 3 & 4 parts) – all welcome. More information, term dates etc: lhvoices.wix.com/home Friday BUZZY BEATS! A fun music filled morning for the under 5s. The Hive, Belmont, Shrewsbury, 10.30am-11.30am, £6, £5 sibling, 01743 234970.

Friday MUSIC TIME For under 5s. The Hive, 5 Belmont, Shrewsbury, 10.30am-11.30am, 01743 234970.

Friday FAMILY MUSIC MAKERS Fun sessions for parents and toddlers 12.30-2pm, £4 per adult and child pair, under 1s free. The Courtyard, Hereford, 01432 340555.

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band directory ACOUSTIC DUO, ‘SMITH JOHNSON’, have recently reformed and offer a repertoire of original material, along with some interesting covers of the likes of The Beatles, Led Zeppelin and Family. Smith & Johnson are - Dave Haigney-Smith (Sultana Brothers), vocals and harmonica.

Martin Johnson (previously, The Blues Occasionals), guitar and harmonies. Original, live and local! Contact Martin - 01686 411089 / 07400 190040. Dave - 01686 688408 / 07957 520235. Available for house parties.

ADD A BAND - Real instrument backing to your own music. Perfect for singer songwriters etc. Studio near Newtown. Www.addaband.co.uk, 07515 401635.

APPLEBY STONE Live acoustic duo/trio, guitar, flute, saxophones, voices, double bass, jazz, folk, R&B, pop, many originals, perfect for private and public events. applebystone.com 07979 542 449.

BANDAMANIA Community band playing wild and wonderful traditional music. Perfect for ceilidhs, parties and all sorts of local events. Sue Harris 01547 550158 sumarieharris@btinternet.com CATCH22 is a lively and energetic party band playing a wide range of well known hits from the 70s, 80s, 90s, 00s in their own inimitable retro-rock style. For bookings call Mel on 07903 104877 or email meltons5@hotmail.com Join us on facebook.com/Catch22.Wales CHRISIE J LOCAL VOCALIST! I sing Jazz. Soul, Musical Theatre, Pop and Rock. For more information or to make a booking email chrisiej20@gmail.com or phone 07968 893719. Have a look at my social media for performance videos and more information. Also looking for a band so get in touch if interested.

DISKAN Breton-Irish-Balkan music, well established band with wide touring and festival experience, available for gigs, private events, ceilidhs, art’s centre performances. Various formats available (from two to four musicians: flute, fiddle, guitar, bouzouki, double bass, vocals). Follow us on Facebook. Tel: 07588 858010. Email: imiletitch@aol.co.uk ENGLISH DULCIMER DUO Sue and Lisa both play Hammer Dulcimers, conjuring up evocative music with their interpretations of traditional tunes and jaunty eighteenth century melodies. The effect of their combined sounds is spellbinding and suitable for a wide variety of happenings.

Contact info@englishdulcimer.co.uk THE FORDSONS. The Fordson family present a programme of old-timey, mountain and early bluegrass music - the content is morally good. String band music from the early 20th century - breakdowns, fiddle and banjo tunes and cautionary songs of love and loss.

Contact Pa Fordson on 01981 241436 or email thefordsons@gmail.com HOT CLIMATE Ultimate party band, best 6-piece line up ever. For top musical entertainment at your party/ wedding/festival or corporate function. Book now!

New footage on www.hotclimate.co.uk. Contact Charlie 01568 613895 or mobile 07702 528088 anytime!

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THE LUDLOW JAZZ COLLECTIVE Local Quartet/Quintet with singer if required, playing smooth sounds of well-known standards, Latin and blues.

Available for all types of events and celebrations.

Contact Paul Brooks 07980 822014.

Email pppbrooks@gmail.com LITTLE RUMBA This is a band that will entertain and delight any audience that has its wits about it and has an ear for beautiful melodies infectious beats and songs that tell stories.

From Winchcombe Live “Absolutely fantastic evening from you guys tonight. We had so many positive comments from the audience; very gratifying! Great musical talent, great humour, variety, and warmth of performance.”

Contact Jacqui Savage 07966 943314 Email – jaxbass.xs@btinternet.com http://www.littlerumba.com MAMMAFUNK are a 6-piece funk and soul band available for parties, weddings, corporate and charity events.

Covering classic and modern hits we are also available to offer a bespoke set list for any specific song requests you may have. www.mammafunk.com Call 078144 86028 / 079693 27030.

MELOMANICS Principally a wacky Duo with an amazingly dynamic sound, playing their eclectic and cosmopoloitan repertoire with engaging humour and infectious energy (sustainable). Far more than just great music. And stilts if appropriate. Find out just how much fun a ceilidh really can be. Either with the minimal, but inspirational option of Tim calling and playing, or if really necessary, with a separate caller. Ideal for parties, weddings, fund-raising events, festivals, shows, pubs, restaurants, etc. Scottish, Irish and French-themed specialities (Timoléon pour vos soirées francaises). For info call Tim on 01743 719438, or Rich 01743 718612. Email tim@melomanics.co.uk.

Website www.melomanics.co.uk THE RAGTIME JUG ORCHESTRA A roots string-band (duo) recreating the sounds of the early 20th century America, playing a good-time mix of blues, skiffle and Americana music. We like to get audiences involved!

Available for festival, events, parties, folk clubs, pubs and bars; performance presentations and workshops for all occasions too. Web: www.ragtimejug.co.uk Contact: John; 01594 861151. Email: info@ragtimejug.co.uk Facebook. com: ragtime jug orchestra.

RHYTHM THIEVES Funky, folky and fun. Firm favourites at festivals, pubs, parties and events around the Midlands and beyond, Rhythm Thieves are a lively must-see band who deliver an unforgettable and highly entertaining night out. “Full of fire and enthusiasm” Mike Harding, BBC Radio 2 “Great, super, lovely - our resident band” Genevieve Tudor. BBC Radio Midlands Folk Show.

“If they don’t make you smile, you’re probably dead.”

Wheaton Aston Folk Festival Tel: 01568 770 134, e-mail rhythmthieves@hotmail.com SAMBUCA Ludlow based acoustic trio, playing a nice mix of jazz standards, classic blues, sambas etc.

For more information call Richard 07974 399524.

SEAN SAYE Singer/guitarist, professional, self contained, large repertoire. Music mostly, but not exclusively, from the 60’s and 70’s. Great sound. Contact tel: 07734 399497 or email seansaye@yahoo.co.uk. FInd me on YouTube: Sean Saye. www.seansaye.co.uk SILVER BRANCH (Ceilidh and Concert Band).

CEILIDH BAND with caller. Available for weddings/birthday parties/fund raisers, etc. For photos/videos please see our Facebook page. For further enquiries, ring David on 01981 540832 or Anna on 07980 961187. SILVER BRANCH (UN-CALLED FOR) - Five piece cutting edge instrumental Folk Band. Available for concerts/gigs.

Tel nos. as above.

SINGLED OUT Experienced, 3-piece band covering the best pop and rock music from the 50’s to the current era.

We focus on great tunes that don’t usually get played by other bands, but which everyone will know. Of course, we do some of the more usual songs as well! www.singledoutband.com email: info@singledoutband. com Phone 07518 291 676.

SIR DANCELOT 4/5 piece ceilidh/twmpath band. Far and away the best exponents of traditional dance music of the British Isles and beyond for miles around and leagues beneath. Concertina, mandolin, fiddles, whistles, cittern, jews harp... Available for weddings, parties and public events. For information and bookings, contact: Cornelius 01686 411147 corns@mousemusic.co.uk or Peter 07561 820509. www.sirdancelot.co.uk

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Band Directory ONLY £40 FOR THE WHOLE YEAR Just post the details of your band (around 40 words) with a cheque for £40 payable to Broad Sheep and post to: The Lodge, Westhide, Hereford, HR1 3RQ You can amend the wording anytime during the year, just call Clare on 01432 850444 or email: info@broadsheep.com DON’T FORGET... if you have any gigs in the area, email/phone by the 15th of the preceding month for FREE LISTINGS.

SLIPPERY SLOPE Silly, melancholy and beautiful music played on accordion, fiddle, guitar and steel pan. From ska to klezmer via a Parisian cafe and a Russian vodka bar. For more info please call Jo or Ben on 01981 510136 see www.slipperyslope.org.uk or email slipperyslope@hotmail.com STONED CHERRIES Are: Dave Evans, guitar, mandolin, vocals; Roger Pugh, guitar, mandola, vocals; Aly May, whistles, vocals and Matt Donaldson, bass, percussion and vocals. A dynamic folk / rock fusion of original, traditional and modern songs and tunes. Roger 01885 483425 / 07779 694615 / pugh@live.co.uk or Dave 01886 822132 / 07817 220016 / dgand2@btinternet. com www.dgand2.wix.com/thestonedcherries STEADY EDD & THE BOOGIEMEN Boogie Woogie and its best, jazz and soul - let the good times roll!

Contact Edd, on 01432 769077, www.steadyedd.co.uk THE SULTANA BROTHERS Fine R&B from one of the best bands around! The ultimate hip swingin’, foot tappin’ party band - guaranteed to help you dance the night away.

For bookings/enquiries contact Phil 07791 129391 or Adam 07855 037092. Website www.thesultanabrothers. vpweb.co.uk or find us on Facebook.com/thesultanabros THE VILLAGE QUIRE spine-tingling harmonies sung with all the emotional clout, subtlety of expression and love of life that you get when voices are raised together in song. Sensational vocals mingled with enthralling stories.

Various shows to book, including ‘Songs for Silas’ melting harmonies and tall tales inspired by H. E. Bates’ evergreen My Uncle Silas. “... Absolutely delighted that you have chosen to weave your magical sound around that old rogue, Silas.” Victoria Wicks (Skins, Shadowlands and H. E. Bates’ grand-daughter). For bookings / further info ring 01497 847676 www.villagequire.org.uk / www.songsforsilas.org.uk VINTAGE JAZZ REVIVAL Ludlow-based, 6-piece, New Orleans/Trad band. Comprising trumpet, sax, trombone, banjo, tuba and washboard, playing and singing popular foot-tapping songs mostly from the 1920’s, 30’s and 40’s.

Available for all functions. See us every Tuesday at the Rose and Crown in Ludlow. Tel: Rob 01584 318088, email: vintagejazzrevival@gmail.com website: www.vintagejazzreival.co.uk WHISKEY RIVER is a 5/6 piece electric Americana band that play swamp blues, Cajun, Zydeco and good country music to set the dance floor rocking. To suit smaller venues and smaller budgets, pruned down acoustic versions of the band are available as “The Whiskey River Quartet”, “The Whiskey River Trio” or as a Duo [“The Whiskey River Boys”]. Laissez les bon temps rouler!! Contact Martin, phone: 07846 669890, 01432 342018, email: martin@ whiskeyriver.co.uk. website: www.whiskeyriver.co.uk TRIO TANGENTE Violin and vocal led spicy fun energetic Latin/Tango/Hot Club/ Gypsy influenced band.

For all occasions. Contact Faith 07870 320022.

XL’S Maximum R ‘n’ B, Feelgood Rock & Roll.

01588 650686.

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theatre PERFORMANCE Sat 1 June THE 39 STEPS OUR STAR THEATRE COMPANY. Inspired by Hitchcock’s iconic film and spy novel. Market Theatre, Ledbury, 7.30pm, £12, students £8, 07967 517125.

Sat 1 June THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN Starring Samantha Womack and adapted from Paula Hawkins’ novel. This gripping new play will keep you guessing until the final moment. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, Sat matinee, 2.30pm, £30.50-£19.50, 01743 281281.

Sat 1 June HUSH NOW FERAL PRODUCTIONS & THE COURTYARD. Nine women sing the unsung stories of Herefordshire’s mother and baby institutes. Flinging wide the closed doors, heard and seen at last. Hereford Cathedral School. Meet at Number 1, Castle St, Hereford, 7.30pm, Sat matinee 3pm, £10/£8, 01432 340555. Pre-show events from 7pm in High Town, leading to Cathedral Close. Not suitable for children.

Sat 1 & Sun 2 June THE CHEF SHOW RAGGED EDGE PRODUCTIONS. A fusion of play and cookery demonstration. Two actors play all the roles in the story of a busy night in the local curry house. They are also joined by a chef from your very own local restaurant, offering a spicy cookery demonstration. Includes a chance to share food and conversation with your local chef and the cast. 1 June - Quatt VH, 7.30pm, £10/£6, 01746 781759. 2 June - Clungunford Parish Hall, 4pm, £10/£5/£25, 01588 660152. Arts Alive.

Sat 1 & Sun 2 June A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM BRECON LITTLE THEATRE have retained all the important bits and added music, dancing, silliness and magic to deliver their usual family friendly performance.

Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, Sat 2pm & 7pm, Sun 2pm, £10, family £35, 01874 611622.

Mon 3 & Tues 4 June JANE EYRE HOTBUCKLE THEATRE COMPANY. After a harsh and cruel childhood, the young Jane becomes the governess to the daughter of the enigmatic Mr Rochester. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 8pm, Tues 2.30pm, £15.50/£13.50, 01743 281281.

Tues 4 & Sun 30 June HORMONAL HOUSEWIVES Join Vicki Michelle and the Hormonal Housewives as they blast their witty way through a catalogue of women’s bits: weight gain, mood swings, moody teenagers, men, zumba, sex, bikini waxes, chocolate and more. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, £27/£25, 01432 340555.

Tues 4 June ACHILLES COMPANY OF WOLVES. Achilles tells the story of the hero of the Greeks during the Trojan War. A fusion of storytelling, dance and song re-imagines the Greek myth.

Borough Theatre, Abergavenny, 7.30pm, £14/£12, students £7.50, 01873 850805.

Sat 8 & Sun 9 June AS A TIGER IN THE JUNGLE Three performers from Nepal ask questions about life, love, poverty and greed. Using spoken word, movement, circus and ceremony. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, Sat 7.30pm, Sun 2.30pm, £12/£10, under 16s £8, 01874 611622.

Thurs 13 - Sat 15 June FONDLY REMEMBERED Is a man’s memorial service the right time to tell the truth?

A group of friends gather to celebrate a life, but who are they remembering? A wickedly funny play full of revelations, discoveries and revenge. Amateur production.

Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, £12, 01600 772467.

Whitbourne Estate, WR6 5SG proudly presents Oddsocks

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM Thursday 25 July @ 7.30pm 30 years of mad, inspired fun!

Hormonal Housewives

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Early birds £15, £10 child 18 July onwards £18, £12 child 07747 031701 www.oddsocks.co.uk

Thurs 13 - Sat 15 June HAYWIRE ABERGAVENNY THEATRE GROUP. Alec has cunningly planned his domestic life so that he can go on holiday with his mistress without his wife getting even remotely suspicious. What could possibly go wrong? Borough Theatre, Abergavenny, 7pm, £9.50/£8.50, 01873 850805.

Sat 15 June FISK PELICAN. Whirlwind comedy. The Sitting Room, Blue Boar, Mill St, Ludlow, 4.30pm, £8. Part of Ludlow Fringe Festival, 01584 705070, www.ludlowfringe.co.uk Sat 15 June THE SECRET LIVES OF HENRY & ALICE

By David Tristram. Henry and Alice, a married couple with apparently only a pet goldfish in common, fantasise their way into outlandish situations to escape the tedium of their everyday lives. Suitable for ages 15+. Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 7.30pm, £16.50, 01584 811442.

Sun 16 June THE RED BALLOON LUCKY DOG THEATRE PRODUCTIONS. Charming, funny, touching and suitable for all the family. The Sitting Room, Blue Boar, Mill St, Ludlow, 11.30am, £8. Part of Ludlow Fringe Festival, 01584 705070, www.ludlowfringe. co.uk Sun 16 June THE LAUREL AND HARDY CABARET LUCKY DOG THEATRE PRODUCTIONS. A bumper show of routines, songs and dances from the timeless duo.

The Sitting Room, Blue Boar, Mill St, Ludlow, 2pm, £10.

Part of Ludlow Fringe Festival, 01584 705070, www.ludlowfringe.co.uk Tues 18 June AN ATTEMPT AT BEING MEMORABLE Alex De Koning, magician. Suitable for ages 12+.

The Sitting Room, Blue Boar, Mill St, Ludlow, 9pm, £5. Part of Ludlow Fringe Festival, 01584 705070, www.ludlowfringe.co.uk Thurs 20 June POSTING LETTERS TO THE MOON Readings of wartime letters between Oscar-nominated actress Celia Johnson and her explorer and writer husband Peter Fleming. Read by their daughter Lucy Fleming with Simon Williams. Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 7.30pm, 01584 811442.

Mon 17 & Fri 21 June ELECTROLYTE THE WILDCARD THEATRE COMPANY bring their award-winning gig theatre to Shrewsbury. It is entirely spoken word poetry and underscored by instrumentalists.

The show follows Jessie who having recently suffered a family bereavement meets singer-songwriter Allie.

17 June - The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.45pm, 01432 340555. 21 June - Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 01743 281281.

Sat 22 June MIND-READER? Phillip Northfield brings his one-man show with a few surprises. The Sitting Room, Blue Boar, Mill St, Ludlow, 7pm, £8. Part of Ludlow Fringe Festival, 01584 705070, www.ludlowfringe.co.uk Sat 22 June AS YOU LIKE IT RAIN OR SHINE THEATRE COMPANY. Alfresco theatre by the River Wye, Shepherd’s Meadow, Eaton Bishop.

Bring your own picnic and seating, 7.30pm, £14 adults, £7 children (under 15), 07867 683419 or 07899 808161 www.eatonbishop.org Sat 22 June OYSTERS OYSTER CREATIVES. A dark comedy by Neil Salvage, with live music. Johannes Brahms is attending a party to celebrate the first performance of his Violin Concerto by his genius is over-shadowed by his self-destructive ego.

Market Theatre, Ledbury, 8pm, £14, students £8, 07967 517125.

Sat 22 June MORGAN & WEST: PARLOUR TRICKS Join time travelling magic duo for an evening chock full of jaw-dropping feats of magic, all served with wit, charm and no small amount of panache. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7.30pm, £14/£12, 01874 611622.

Sun 23 June WHO KILLED THE HOTEL MANAGER? ALLSORTS PRODUCTIONS. An evening of murder mystery and 2-course meal. The Cliffe Hotel, Dinham, 6pm, £25 includes meal, 07957 166364 for menu choices. Part of Ludlow Fringe Festival, 01584 705070, www.ludlowfringe.co.uk Sun 23 June TRICKSTER James Phelan’s magic show. Ludlow Brewery, 7.30pm, £12/£10. Part of Ludlow Fringe Festival, 01584 705070, www.ludlowfringe.co.uk Sun 23 June THEATRE ON THE SQUARE LUDLOW COLLEGE. A variety of shows from young people of all ages from the area. Castle Square, 1pm, free. Part of Ludlow Fringe Festival, 01584 705070, www.ludlowfringe.co.uk Tues 25 June KEVIN, KING OF EGYPT The story of an unlikely friendship between an escaped psychiatric patient and a lost six-year old. The Sitting Room, Blue Boar, Mill St, Ludlow, 7pm, £12/£10.

Part of Ludlow Fringe Festival, 01584 705070, www.ludlowfringe.co.uk Electrolyte

Thurs 20 - Sat 22 June CANARY GIRLS CONQUEST PRODUCTIONS. Written by Paul Murray.

During WWI the brave women of the UK took on many roles, this included the manufacture of the munitions that were sent to the front line. One such factory was based right here in Hereford, at Rotherwas. Conquest Theatre, Bromyard, 7.30pm, £10/£8, 01885 488575.

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Mon 24 - Fri 28 June HENRY V HERE TO THERE PRODUCTIONS. A stunning outdoor performance of his most famous history play, Henry V. Ludlow Castle, 7pm, £15. Bring blanket, chairs, waterproofs, picnic, sunscreen for an all weather production.

Part of Ludlow Fringe Festival, 01584 705070, www.ludlowfringe. co.uk Wed 26 - Sat 29 June FLARE PATH SHROPSHIRE DRAMA COMPANY. Set in the resident’s lounge of a small Lincolnshire hotel during 1941, a place where RAF pilots and crews would ‘hang out’. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £16, forces/students £2 off Wed & Thurs, 01743 281281.

Thurs 27 - Sat 29 June WONGA ON THE GONDOLA THE OLD DIC THEATRE. The longest running bad Shakespeare in Ludlow. Thurs - The Sitting Room, Blue Boar, Mill St, Ludlow, 8pm. Fri & Sat - Chang Thai Bar, Market St, 8pm Fri, 1pm Sun. Free, donations in the hat.

Part of Ludlow Fringe Festival, 01584 705070, www.ludlowfringe.co.uk Thurs 27 & Fri 28 June THE CONFESSIONS OF JON-JAK CRUSOE & THE UNKINDEST CUT AD HOC THEATRE COMPANY. Two one-act plays written

by Gareth Owen. The Sitting Room, Blue Boar, Mill St, Ludlow, 8.30pm, £10. Part of Ludlow Fringe Festival, 01584 705070, www.ludlowfringe.co.uk Thurs 27 June DEATH OF THE MAIDEN BAROQUE THEATRE COMPANY present this classic thriller set in an unnamed country that is emerging from a totalitarian dictatorship. Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 8pm, £14, £12, 01600 772467.

Sat 29 June GREYHOUNDS TIME & AGAIN THEATRE COMPANY. Greyhounds entwines Shakespeare’s famous story of ‘warlike Harry’ with the trials and tribulations of small village life during the Second World War. RAF Museum, Cosford, Shifnal, 11am & 3pm, £10/£5, www.rafmuseum.org/cosford Arts Alive.

Fri 5 July DREAMBOYS Perfectly created for hen nights and girl’s nights out.

Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £29-£23, 01743 281281.

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Sat 6 July IN THE SPOTLIGHT THE VIV KELLY SCHOOL OF DANCE AND THEATRE. An intimate performance celebrating what we love about theatre and how it can connect us all. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7pm, £12.50, 01743 281281.

Sat 13 July ANTHONY AND CLEOPATRA THE FACTORY. A dazzling showdown as the Serpent of Egypt tangles with the soldiers of Rome. Willow Globe, Llanwrthwl, near Rhayader, 7pm, £12, £6, family ticket £30, 01597 811487.

MUSICAL THEATRE & OPERA Sat 1 June SOUND OF THE MUSICALS THE VIV KELLY CHILDREN’S THEATRE GROUP. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7pm, £12.50, 01743 281281.

Tues 4 - Sat 8 June THE SOUND OF MUSIC GET YOUR WIGLE ON present one of the most loved musicals of all time. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, Sat matinee, 2.30pm, £20.50-£13, 01743 281281.

Wed 12 - Sat 15 June JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR SHREWSBURY AMATEUR OPERATIC SOCIETY perform Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s remarkable musical in the contemporary world. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, Sat matinee 2.30pm & 7.30pm, £21-£13, 01743 281281.

Thurs 13 J& Sun 16 June DON PASQUALE WELSH NATIONAL OPERA. Set in and around Pasquale’s doner kebab van, it’s the story of an old bachelor’s romantic delusions and the young lovers who outwit him. 13 June - The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, £20/£18, interval treats £7.95, 01432 340555.

16 June - Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 01743 281281.

Fri 14 June THE BARRICADE BOYS Stars of Les Miserables in Concert. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7.30pm, £23, 01874 611622.

Fri 21 June SEREN STARS - THIS IS US Studenst from NPTC Group, Brecon Beacons College and Ysgol Penmaes have worked together in a theatre project to produce performances on the theme of their favourite music, song and dance. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 1.15pm, £5/£3.50, 01874 611622.

Tues 25 - Sat 29 June WEST SIDE STORY X-ENTRICITY. The world’s greatest love story takes to the streets, as Romeo and Juliet is transported to 1950s Manhattan, and two young lovers are caught between warring gangs, the Jets and the Sharks. The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, Sat matinee 2.30pm, £18/£17, interval treats £7.95, 01432 340555.

Fri 5 July OPERA CLASSICS WELSH NATIONAL OPERA. Programme includes Wagner, Verdi, Mozart, Puccini, Tchaikovasky, Dvorak and more. Featuring Joyce El-Khoury, soprano and Jason Howard, baritone and conducted by Harry Ogg. Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 7.30pm, £16.50/£15, 01686 614555.

Sat 6, Sun 7, Thurs 10 - Sun 13 July ANNIE THE MUSICAL The 2019 Community musical. Based on the popular comic strip by Harold Gray. Regal Cinema, Tenbury Wells, 7 July 2pm, 13 July 2pm & 7pm, all other times 7pm, 01584 811442.

CHILDREN’S THEATRE Sat 8 June BERT’S MAGICAL MUSICAL KITCHEN See Bert baking live on stage with his friend Cherry, they sing silly songs, make magic, music and mayhem.

For children under 5 and their families. Borough Theatre, Abergavenny, 10.30am, £6.50, family ticket £24, 01873 850805.

Sat 15 June CREATION ABOUT FACE THEATRE COMPANY. Micro-puppetry for an intimate audience. The Women’s Centre, Church St, Ludlow, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, £8. Part of Ludlow Fringe Festival, 01584 705070, www.ludlowfringe.co.uk Wed 19 June STICK BY ME A show about friendship and play and the importance of treasuring little things. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 11am & 2.30pm, £10/£8, 01874 611622.

Sat 22 June MORGAN & WEST’S MAGIC SHOW FOR KIDS AND CHILDISH GROWN-UPS! A jaw-dropping, heart-stopping, brain-busting, deathdefying magic extravaganza! Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 2.30pm, £12/£10, family £40, 01874 611622.

Sun 23 June KOTUKU AND THE MOON CHILD BIRDLIFE PRODUCTIONS. An adventure of loss, longing and unlikely friendships is told using masks, puppetry and music. The Women’s Centre, Church St, Ludlow, 11am & 2pm, £7, £5 under 16s. Part of Ludlow Fringe Festival, 01584 705070, www.ludlowfringe.co.uk Tues 25 & Wed 26 June BEN & HOLLY’S LITTLE KINGDOM LIVE ON STAGE Holly is a young Fairy Princess, who is still learning how to fly and her magic doesn’t always go quite according to plan. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, Tues 1pm & 4.30pm, Wed 10am & 1pm, £19-£14, children £2 off, family £56, 01743 281281.

Wed 26 & Fri 28 June RWTSH RATSH RALA RWDINS Join the adventure in the land of Rwla, as our favourite characters try to solve Dewin Dwl’s big secret! Suitable for ages 3-8 years. 26 June - Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 10am, £10/£8, family £30, 01874 611622.

28 June - Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 10am, £10, children £7, 01686 614555.

DRAMA WORKSHOPS Sat 8 June FAMILY FIREWORKS 10.30am-1.30pm - Workshops and discussions exploring how we can use Shakespeare to discover ourselves and connect with other people. 2.30-5.30pm - Gwyn Daniel in conversation with Gill Gorell Barnes. Family therapist and author and will share some themes, illustrated with a selection of compelling family scenes, performed by Willow Globe actors. Willow Globe, Llanwrthwl, near Rhayader, 01597 811487.

GOMADINLUDLOW Our inclusive Youth Theatre Group (ages 8-18) runs Drama Workshops 5-6:30pm Mondays in term-time* at “Oscar’s” in the Assembly Rooms. Enjoy Sessions from only £5 when booking a whole term. e-mail hello@gomadinludlow.org - or call 07484 289 215. *term-time = according to the Shropshire Local Authority Calendar.

MID POWYS YOUTH THEATRE Tuesdays Junior Youth Theatre 9-13, 4.30pm-6pm. Wyeside Arts Centre, Builth Wells Senior Youth Theatre 14+ 7pm-9.30pm. The Drama Centre, Llandrindod Wells. Contact Ralph Bolland on 07810 350994.

COURTYARD THEATRE, HEREFORD Wed - Courtyard Kids, reception 4.15-5pm, Year 2, 5pm, £63.50 per term.

Sat - Junior Youth Theatre. From Year 3 - Year 9, phone for times, £68.50 per term. Wed - Intermediate Youth Theatre. For years 10 & 11, 6pm, £70.50 per term. Fri Senior Youth Theatre, for ages 16+, 6.30pm, £73.50 per term. Thurs - Courtyard Musical Theatre, 7.15pm, £68 per term, contact Laura Gale 07725 357531. Mons - Drama Tots,10am – 10.45am, Ages 2-4, £4 per session, £1 per extra child. Mon - Bromyard Conquest Kids (Reception & Year 1), 3.45pm, £36 per term. Bromyard Juniors (Year 3-6) 4.50-5.30pm, £39 per term. Bromyard Intermediates (Year 7-9), 6pm, £43 per term. Bromyard Seniors (Year 10+), 7.30pm, £46 per term. Wed - Kington Juniors (Year 2-6) 4-4.45pm, £36 per term. Kington Intermediates (Year 7- 9), 5pm-6pm, £39 per term. Kington Seniors (Years 10+) 6pm – 7.30pm, £43 per termThe Courtyard, Hereford, 01432 340555.

ASSEMBLY ROOMS, LUDLOW Mon - Go MAD in Ludlow, 5-6.30pm, Oscars. Contact Simon 07506 478235 & Suzanne 07484 289215 or email hello@gomadinludlow. org Sat - Ludwig Academy of Musical Theatre. 7-11 years 1-2pm, 12-16 years 2-3pm. Oscars. Contact Jack Ludwig, 077922 66225. Assembly Rooms, Ludlow.

THEATR IEUENTID / BRYCHEINIOG YOUTH THEATRE With weekly sessions tailored to suit the needs of each year group, from 4 years and up. Mondays 3.45pm 4.45pm Roundabout, Reception & Years 1 & 2.

Wednesdays 5pm - 6pm Junior Youth, Years 3,4 & 5.

Wednesdays 6pm - 7pm Junior Youth, Years 6,7 & 8.

Thursdays 8.30pm - 10pm Senior Youth, Years 9, 10 & 11, 16 - 25. Call 01874 611622, www.brycheiniog.co.uk Tuesdays (during term time) PRESTEIGNE YOUTH THEATRE for ages 9 - 13 years 4.30pm - 6pm £4 per week. More info: info@midborderarts.com / 01544 267163. PYT is open to any young person.

Tuesdays YOUTH THEATRE for 7-14 year-olds after school. Ledbury Market Theatre, 01432 383663.

Wednesdays KINGTON YOUTH THEATRE Kington Primary School. Wed - Junior 7-11 years, 4-5.30pm.

Intermediate 11+ 5.30-7pm. £42 per term, 01432 340555.

Thursdays and Saturdays SHROPSHIRE YOUTH THEATRE Providing training in a range of theatre skills for ages 5-25. All abilities welcome. The Hive, Belmont, Shrewsbury. Contact Maggie Love: 07813 026367.

Thursdays IMPULSIVE THEATRE COMPANY For ages 13-19. The Hive, 5 Belmont, Shrewsbury, 5-6.45pm, 07916 277928.

Alternate Fridays (term time) HAVE A GO SHAKESPEARE All welcome, £5. Wyeside, Builth Wells, details Sue Best, 01597 811487.

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word Poetry & Storytelling Sat 15 - Sun 30 June LUDLOW FRINGE FESTIVAL 15 June - Tales of Britain. Multiple venues around Ludlow, 11am-4pm, pay what you feel. 15 June - Kate Garrett, ‘The Saint of Milk and Flames’. Multiple venues around Ludlow, 11.45am-5pm, pay what you feel. 18 June - ‘The Gates’, Sam Enthoven and Laura Sampson, Appleteme, Corve St, 8.30pm, £10/£8. 19 June - Rick Sanders aka Willis the Poet’s Comedy Extravaganza, Appleteme, Corve St, 8pm, £5. 30 June - Ludlow Speakers, The Sitting Room, Blue Boar, Mill St, 8.30pm, free. 01584 705070, www.ludlowfringe.co.uk Wed 26 June POETRY BREAKFAST With Anna Dreda. This month’s theme is ‘Blossom by blossom, the spring begins’. Aardvark Books, Brampton Bryan, near Bucknell, 9.30am, £8. annadreda@icloud.com Fri 5 - Sun 14 July LEDBURY POETRY FESTIVAL Hear celebrated poets including Margaret Atwood, Carol Ann Duffy, Roger McGough, Owen Sheers, Simon Armitage, Andrew Motion, Fiona Sampson, Ishion Hutchinson and more. Box office The Master’s House, Bye St, Ledbury, £18 for all events on the weekend, 01531 636232, www.poetry-festival.co.uk Sun 7 July POETRY IN THE BARN A summer celebration of poetry with special guest Gillian Clarke, Jonathan Edwards, Paul Henry and Pauline Prior Pitt, curated by Anna Dreda. Aardvark Books, Brampton Bryan, 10am-5pm, 01547 530744.

Comedy

Until Sun 2 June HAY FESTIVAL Comedians include Bill Bailey, Jimmy Carr, Mae Martin, Dylan Moran, Sara Pascoe, Marcus Brigstocke, Sindhu Vee, Jo Brand, Nish Kumar, Paul Merton’s Impro Chums, Rachel Parris, Sandi Toksvig. Hay-on-Wye, www.hayfestival.org 01497 822629.

Sun 2 June TOM STADE - I SWEAR TO...

Direct from the Edinburgh Festival and armed with his usual swagger and playful sense of mischief. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7.30pm, £19, 01743 281281.

Tues 4 June COMEDY CLUB Wobbly Brewing Company, Beech Business Park, Tillington, Hereford, 8pm, 01432 355318.

Thurs 6 & Fri 7 June REGINALD D HUNTER: FACING THE BEAST Stand-up comedy’s coolest customer. 6 June Oakengates Theatre, Telford, 8pm, 01952 382382.

7 June - Arts Centre, Aberystwyth, 8pm, 01970 623232.

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Fri 7 June FRIDAY NIGHT COMEDY! Featuring James Dunn, Dan Thomas, Carl Jono Morgan, Daf Rhys and Rebekah Louise with MC Sarah Bridgeman.

The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 8.30pm, £8, 01497 821762.

Wed 12 June COMEDY NIGHT The Barrels, St Owen St, Hereford. See Farcical Comedy website for details.

Sat 15 - Sun 30 June LUDLOW FRINGE FESTIVAL 15 & 16 June - Alexander Cofield: Supernova.

15 June - Freddie Farrell. 16 June - Robyn Perkins: Mating Selection. 16 June - Harun Musho’d: The Dark Side of Harun. 18 June - Paper Smokers: Diary of an Expat. 21 June - Unusual Suspects, featuring Sandro Ford, Kris Davies, Luke Biddle and Steffan Evans.

21 June - Box of Frogs, Improv comedy. 22 June Richard Pulsford. 22 June - Lou Sanders & Alex Kealy.

22 & 23 June - Gerard Harris: A Tension to Detail.

25 June - Nick Helm: Phoenix From the Flames and Paul F Taylor: Odd Paul. 26 June - Mark Thomas: The Mainifesto. 27 June - Stephen Carlin: Pickwikian and Trevor Tokabi: Cool Story Bro! 29 June - Luke Baker and Friends. 29 June - Daniel Audritt: Better Man (WIP), 29 June - Robert Lane: The Improlectuals. 30 June - Jim Campbell: Beef. Check website for venues and times. www.ludlowfringe.co.uk Fri 21 June COURTYARD COMEDY CLUB Some of the best up-and-coming comedians on the circuit.

The Courtyard, Hereford, 8.30pm, £12.50, for ages 18+, 01432 340555.

Sat 22 June RICH HALL’S HOEDOWN The Hoedown begins as a withering dissection of Trump’s America, but ends up being a celebration of Americana.

Suitable for ages 14+, parental guidance. Theatr Hafren, Newtown, 8pm, £17, 01686 614555.

Fri 28 June JETHRO: THE COUNT OF CORNWALL

The King of Cornish comedy returns. For ages 14+.

Savoy Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, £20, 01600 772467.

Talks June BRECKNOCK ARTS SOCIETY 11 June - Bertie Pearce. ‘The Punch and Judy Show’.

Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 2.30pm, 01874 611622.

June HAY CAMERA CLUB 4 June - Competition with Borders Camera Club, theme ‘Patterns in Nature’. 11 June - Competition with Christchurch N.Z. Camera Club, theme ‘Abstract’. 18 June - Audio/visual presentation by Glyn Freeman. 25 June ‘Travels in Nepal’ with Liz Harris. All meetings at Masonic Hall, Hay-on-Wye, 7.30pm, £5, www.haycameraclub.co.uk

June & July ROSSITER BOOKS 1 June - ‘Anna of Kleve’ by Alison Weir, talk. Penyard House, Ross-on-Wye, 7pm, £6 01989 564464. 11 June ‘A Spirited Guide to Vermouth’, Jack Adair Bevan, talk, Vermouth tasting and nibbles, 1pm, £15, 01989 564464.

19 June ‘How To Write a Book’, Ed Docx, insight and advice, 7pm, £10 to include a Deborah Moggach copy of the book, ‘Let Go My Hand’. Rossiter Books, Ross-on-Wye, 01989 564464. 13 July - ‘The Carer’, Deborah Moggach, 7pm, £6, Grange Court, Leominster, 01568 611766.

Until Sun 2 June HAY FESTIVAL Storytellers and novelists include Pat Barker, Anna Burns, Javier Cercas, James Ellroy, Ken Follett, Stephen Fry, Amitav Ghosh, Matt Haig, Siri Hustvedt, Ian McEwan, Arundhati Roy, Elif Shafak, Leila Slimani, Eric Vuillard, Jeanette Winterson, Marcus Zusak. Anita Anand, Karen Armstrong, Carole Cadwalladr, David Cannadine, Jared Diamond, Danny Dorling, Peter Frankopan, A. C. Grayling, Germaine Greer, Bettany Hughes, David Lammy, David Olusoga, Fintan O’Toole, Steven Pinker, Hallie Rubenhold, Philippe Sands, Simon Schama, Keir Starmer, Naomi Wolf, Lucy Worsley.

Enviromental programme includes Steven Pinker, Joan Bakewell, Thomas Bollyky, John Browne, Camilla Cavendish, Hannah Critchlow, Paul Davies, Jo Dunkley, Noel Fitzpatrick, Steve Jones, Kathryn Mannix, David Nott, Venki Ramakrishnan, Martin Rees, Marcus du Sautoy, Steven Strogatz. Mike Berners-Lee, Julia Blackburn, Monty Don, Dieter Helm, Tony Juniper, Prue Leith, Robert Macfarlane, Mary Robinson, Andrea Wulf.

For young people:- Julia Donaldson, Judith Kerr, Michael Rosen, Nick Sharratt, Francesca Simon, Robert Winston and Yuval Zommer. Humza Arshad, Cerrie Burnell, Jessie Burton, Lauren Child, Frank Cottrell-Boyce, Cressida Cowell, Michelle Paver, Michael Morpurgo, Onjali Q Raúf, Chris Riddell, Katherine Rundell, Jacqueline Wilson. Hay-on-Wye, www.hayfestival.org 01497 822629.

Wed 5 June CONVERSATIONS AT THE CHAPEL - JUDITH WEIR British composer whose work ranges very widely, from folk music music to opera. Upstairs at the Chapel, Market St, Abergavenny, 7.30pm, £10, booking essential, 01873 736430.

Wed 5 June AN AUDIENCE WITH KATE HUMBLE A talk about her latest book, ‘Thinking on my Feet’, as well as a chance to go ‘behind the camera’ as Kate describes how the programmes are made. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 7.30pm, £19.50/£17.50, 01874 611622.

Thurs 6 June MICHAEL TIPPETT: THE BIOGRAPHY An evening with Oliver Soden talking about his newly published biography of Sir Michael Tippett. Booth’s Bookshop, Hay-on-Wye, 6pm, light supper, 7.30pm introduction to the 1974 BBC film on Tippett, 7.45pm, film showing, 8.30pm, talk by Oliver Soden, 9pm, book signing, £7.50, supper £15, 01497 820322. Hay Music.

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Timothy Walker, Wigmore Gardening Club

Tues 18 June FRIENDS OF BRECON & DISTRICT MIND ‘The Pleasures and Benefits of Music Therapy’.

A talk by Andy Evans. The Muse, Glamorgan St, Brecon, 7pm, 01874 611529.

Wed 19 June EATON BISHOP GARDENING CLUB ‘Life as a Gardening Magazine Editor’, with speaker Tamsin Westhorpe. Eaton Bishop Village Hall, 7.30pm, www.eatonbishop.org

Thurs 6 June LUDLOW ART SOCIETY ‘The Life of a Micro Artist’, by micro-engraver, Graham Short. Studio, Ludlow Assembly Rooms, 7.30pm, non-members £6 on the door. 01584 873182.

Thurs 6 June ALAN JOHNSON - IN MY LIFE One of the most popular politicians of recent times.

Alan tells his personal story with the help of some of the music that has soundtracked his life. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 8pm, £19.50, 01743 281281.

Thurs 6 - Sun 9 June LEOMINSTER FESTIVAL 7 June - ‘The Ivington Princesses’ with Joe Cocker.

Are there truly Tsarist Russian Princesses buried in Ivington? 7.30pm, £7 on the door. 9 June - ‘Polish Leominster, Past and Present’, 2.30pm, £3 on the door.

Both at Leominster Community Centre, 01568 616460.

Fri 7 June REWILDING Illustrated talk with music. David Woodfall and Huw Warren. Bleddfa Centre, near Knighton, 7pm, £16 including supper, £12 under 16s, 01547 550377.

Tues 11 June THE ARTS SOCIETY HEREFORD (TASH) ‘Van Gogh: Serenity Will Come’, an illustrated lecture by Maureen Schild. St John’s Methodist Hall, St Owens St, Hereford. 2.15pm, £9 guests, new members welcome, refreshments available. www.theartssocietyhereford. org.uk, 01568 797703.

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Sat 15 - Sun 30 June LUDLOW FRINGE FESTIVAL 19 June - Men v Miles, an evening with Graeme Obree.

Ludlow Brewery, 7pm, £10 + booking fee. 19 June - XR Ludlow & Leominster, ‘12 Characters In Search of An Apocalypse’ Methodist Church, Broad St, 7pm, donations.

20 June - Matt McGuinness and the MLC, ‘We Are What We Overcome’, Old Appletree Studio, Lower Galdeford, 8pm, £8/£6. 22 June - Richard Pulsford, ‘Conflict of Interest’, a talk focusing on two great uncles who volunteered, served and died in 1918, The Sitting Room, Blue Boar, Mill St, 12pm, £8. 23 June - Richard Pulsford, ‘An Alternative History Show’. The Sitting Room, Blue Boar, Mill St, 12pm, £8. 23 June - Radu Isac ‘Good Excuses for Sociopaths’. The Sitting Room, Blue Boar, Mill St, 7pm, £6. 01584 705070, www.ludlowfringe.co.uk

Thurs 20 June & Thurs 4 July WIGMORE GARDENING CLUB 20 June - ‘Bordering on Insanity, Creating a border with All-Year Round Interest’. The Dee Spoors Memorial Lecture featuring Timothy Walker, the well-known British botanist who has worked and studied at the most important and best known gardens. Wigmore Village Hall, 7.30pm, £5, 01568 770023, joyardy@googlemail. com 4 July - Coach Trip to Moreton Hall and White Cottage Nursery, Worcestershire, 9.30am at Wigmore Village Hall, £37 includes coach, garden entry, lunch and afternoon tea, 01568 770313 or ijbhomeuk@yahoo.co.uk Fri 21 June LEE MEAD: MY STORY, A DREAM THAT BECAME A REALITIY Selected from thousands of performers to play the iconic role of ‘Joseph’ in the West End, Lee will talk about the highs and lows, the memories and of course the songs.

The Courtyard, Hereford, 7.30pm, £23, 01432 340555.

Fri 21 June & Fri 19 July HEREFORD ARTS APPRECIATION SOCIETY 21 June - Cliff Woollard: The Changing Landscape of Music Education in Herefordshire. 19 July - AGM and Outing. The Kindle Centre, by ASDA, Hereford, 01432 890469.

Sat 22 June SOLSTICE SUPPER AND TALK ‘Ritualisation of Time: Solar Cosmologies’ with archaeologist and author Keith Ray. Bleddfa Centre, near Knighton, £12 includes light supper, 01547 550377.

Sat 22 June CAROLINE SWASH ‘The Story of the Famous Stained Glass Windows at St Thomas a Becket Church’. St Thomas a Becket Church, Huntington, near Kington, 7.30pm, £10, wine and canapes will be served after the event, 07855 300175, www.huntingtonchurch.co.uk

The O.S. Map Fan Club

Sun 23 June HELEN PANKHURST: DEEDS NOT WORDS Great-grandaughter of suffragette leader Emmeline Pankhurst and a leading women’s rights campaigner. Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury, 7pm, £14.50, 01743 281281.

Wed 26 June 1919: YOU ASKED US FOR PEACE A dispassionate illustrated commentary by Roger Curtis.

St Andrew’s Church Hall, Presteigne, 7.30pm, £8, 01544 262846 or on the door. In aid of St Andrew’s Church.

Thurs 27 June ARCHIE MILES: THE ASH TREE Renowned tree writer and photographer, Archie Miles will speak about the Ash tree. He has been inspired to create a beautiful illustrated monograph about our ash trees before ash dieback erases the vast majority of them from Britain. Redlake Valley Village Hall, Chapel Lawn, RVCBS AGM 7pm, talk 7.45pm, free members, £5 visitors, 01547 530002, limbrick@btinternet.com Fri 28 June & Sat 6 July THE OS MAP FAN CLUB - HELEN WOOD A humorous exploration of the much-loved fold-out paper map. This Edinburgh Fringe sell-out show takes a virtual ramble and celebrates the simple beauty of it. 28 June The Sitting Room, Blue Boar, Mill St, Ludlow, 7pm, £8/£6.

Part of Ludlow Fringe Festival, 01584 705070, www.ludlowfringe.co.uk 6 July - Playhouse Cinema, Community Centre, Leominster, 10.30am, £12/£8, 01568 616460. Arts Alive.

Sat 29 June MORTIMER HISTORY SOCIETY ‘The Mortimer Inheritance: The Key to the Yorkist Crown’.

Mortimer History Society and Richard III Society joint conference on how the Mortimer inheritance enabled the House of York to gain the crown. Followed by optional tour of Ludlow Castle. St Laurence’s Church, Ludlow, 10am-4.45pm, £25, members £20, lunch (optional) £12, castle tour (optional) £5.40/£4.50, 01584 831654, www.mortimerhistorysociety.org.uk

Every Tues & Wed SPANISH LESSONS FOR BEGINNERS Tues - Level 1, 7pm, Wed - Level 2, 10am, with Mely. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 7pm, 07837 160505.

Every Tues READING ROOM The Courtyard, Hereford, 10.30am-12.30pm, £55 per term, 01432 340555.

Fourth Tuesday SCIENCE CAFÉ Informal group, talks and discussions on scientific topics. The Swan at Hay, 7pm, free, all welcome, sciencecafe@outlook.com First Wednesday of the month POETRY CAFE, Charlton Arms, Ludlow, 7.30pm, 01584 872813.

2nd Wednesday of each month WYESIDE WRITERS GROUP An informal writers’ group for wordsmiths.

Wyeside Arts Centre, Builth Wells, 7pm, £2.50, 01982 552555.

Every other Thursday PHILOSOPHY CAFE Informal group which offers the chance to discuss philosophical issues. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 7pm, 01497 821762. philosphycafe@outlook.com Fridays READING ROOM EXTRA The Courtyard, Hereford, 6-8pm, £55 per term, 01432 340555.

International Poetry Writers’ Collective: Abergavenny 01873 856350 Leominster Writers' Circle, Leominster Community Centre, Frank Pavitt, chairman LWC, 01568 614973, meet first Tuesday, monthly, 2pm.

Presteigne Writers’ Circle, 3rd Thursday, Assembly Rooms, 7.30pm, 01544 260398.

Border Poets 01547 530380.

Rhayader Writing Group CARAD, Rhayader, 01597 810561.

Wed 3 July WARREN GATLAND OBE Wales’ most successful rugby coach in history.

Blake Theatre, Monmouth, 7.30pm, 01600 719401.

Workshops & Courses Mon 10 & Mon 24 June LUDLOW SPEAKERS Discover the speaking and leadership skills. Mascall Centre, Ludlow, Ludlowspeakers.org.uk Sun 16 June WRITING WORKSHOP ‘A Complete Guide to Self-Publishing. Bleddfa Centre, near Knighton, 9.30am-4.30pm, £75 including lunch, 01547 550377.

1st Saturday READING GROUP Bleddfa Centre, near Knighton, afternoons, free, 01547 550377.

Mondays WRITING ROOM The Courtyard, Hereford, 10.30am-12.30pm, £75 per term, 01432 340555.

Mondays STORY CORNER AT THE COURTYARD For ages 4 years and under. The Courtyard, Hereford, 01432 340555.

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grass roots Lies, Damned Lies, and Energy Statistics!

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AST month I wrote about the Swedish school student, Greta Thunberg, and the campaign she began last summer to demand drastic action to combat global warming. Soon after I sent in my article, something unusual happened.

There was a virtual tsunami of media coverage of climate change, on Extinction Rebellion, on the climate emergency declared in the commons, on the call for zero carbon by 2050, and of course on the young Swede herself. The straight-talking Greta was soon accusing Britain of making false claims about its record in tackling climate change. She spoke of the UK’s “current, very creative carbon accounting”.

“Since 1990,” said Greta, “the UK has achieved a 37% reduction in its territorial CO2 emissions, according to the Global Carbon Project. And that does sound very impressive. But these numbers do not include emissions from aviation, shipping and those associated with imports and exports. If these numbers are included, the reduction is around 10% since 1990, or an average of 0.4% a year…”

Some MPs were at a loss as to how to respond to Greta Thunberg. On Question Time, the BBC panel were asked if they were embarrassed that a 16-yearold schoolgirl had done more to raise awareness of the catastrophic effects of climate change than a whole generation of politicians.

Home Office minister Victoria Atkins looked a little queasy, as though about to be swamped by a vast wave and searching for a lifeboat. Her leader, Theresa May, had castigated school climate strikers and then given Greta Thunberg a very wide berth, so what on earth was the ambitious young Tory MP to say?

Atkins could not bring herself to utter Greta Thunberg’s name. She floundered briefly, but then spotted flotation. She struck out towards the reassuring figure of Sir David Attenborough, Britain’s hero of the natural world. More than 75 years older than Greta, he was quite irrelevant to the question! But Atkins insisted on telling viewers he had spent a lifetime telling us about the damage we were doing to the planet.

Actually, the truth about David Attenborough and climate change is not quite as she assumed. Although Attenborough’s wildlife documentaries have been trusted for decades, he has owned up to failing to get the message about man-made climate change until rather late in the day. He only fully accepted it in 2004 after hearing a lecture by an American scientist, Ralph Cicerone.

What is so odd about Attenborough’s Damascene conversion is that it took place some fifteen years after Margaret Thatcher, while still prime minister, had given two major speeches sounding alarm bells about the dangers of global warming.

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She did so under the guidance of her favourite diplomat, Sir Crispin Tickell, who had started to

focus on the massive threat posed by greenhouse gas emissions while he was on study leave from the foreign office in the 1970s.

But I digress. What people need to know now is this.

Was Greta Thunberg right when she accused Britain of relying on dodgy numbers over its claim to world leadership in the fight against global warming?

For many years British ministers have been claiming to have made world-beating cuts in greenhouse gas emissions. They have done so under John Major, Tony Blair, Gordon Brown, David Cameron and Theresa May. But the cuts they cite in UK output of greenhouse gases tell only half of the story.

The other aspect, widely ignored, is the emissions that are caused overseas by what we in Britain consume.

What about the manufacture of thousands of cars a year in Germany for the British market? And the production in the far east of billions worth of other goods destined for the UK. Then there are the high-altitude jet engine fumes caused by our addiction to holiday flights. And the emissions from shipping. All these are routinely excluded from the figures.

When all these outsourced greenhouse gas emissions are totted up, they almost cancel out all the cuts in emissions that have been achieved within Britain’s borders over the last thirty years. So, Greta was right on target! And she out-smarted those who, like Theresa May, have slated schoolchildren for missing classes in order to hold monthly climate demonstrations.

Greta was also correct in noting the urgent messages contained in the November 2018 UN Environment Programme “Emissions Gap” report. I did not notice this document going out of its way to applaud Britain.

Rather, it said the world was falling further and further behind in the battle to curb climate change. Moreover, it revealed that the whole EU, of which Britain was still a member last time I checked, was well off track in delivering on the pledges it had made to cut emissions in the 2015 Paris climate pact.

Julian O’Halloran

Onshore Wind – a reply to critics Dear editor, My Grass Roots article about onshore wind farms has caused some turbulence!

Firstly, thanks to Brian Drew for his measured response in May’s Broad Sheep. He upbraids me for saying that the Campaign for the Protection of Rural Wales battles to stop wind farms being erected. Perhaps I should have stated that the CPRW does not fight each and every wind farm, but only those it dislikes the look of. I had wrongly assumed that that would be obvious.

I agree with some of Brian’s points, but I part company with him on the total contribution made by onshore wind. He says it “is…problematic as actual energy production is low”.

In 2017, despite the Tories’ dislike of land-based wind farms and their refusal to support them, onshore wind generated around 9% of the UK’s power, a fair bit more than we got from offshore turbines that year.

Brian also asserts that offshore wind can make a useful contribution to our energy mix. True, but I would urge those whose attention is fixed on unspoilt countryside to think also of poor families across Britain struggling to pay power bills - and the extra hardship they suffer if only offshore wind is subsidised and cheaper onshore wind is excluded from the mix.

Another reader, who wishes to be nameless, disputes a figure I gave, of 15%, for wind power’s annual share of UK electricity generation. I should have made it clear that that was the total percentage for BOTH onshore and offshore wind in the year in question.

A third reader, in a private email, accuses me of launching an “attack” on the CPRW over its resistance to certain wind farms. I was simply recording what is manifestly obvious from CPRW websites – that its members mount dogged resistance to whatever they judge to be unsightly wind farm development.

With best wishes, Julian O’Halloran

Green Events

WYNNES OF DINMORE COUNTRYSTORE Poultry Keeping - Free 1/2 hour session. Covers laying hens, housing, feed, bedding, health & hygiene + Question & Answer time. Held at Wynnes of Dinmore Countrystore - off the A49 (through village centre).

Open Tues - Sat 9am-4:30pm. For more information email info@wynnes.co.uk or telephone Roxy or Ann 01568 797314.

June & July ST MICHAEL’S HOSPICE OPEN GARDENS 1 June - Bryan’s Ground, Presteigne, 1 & 2 June Weobley in Bloom. 8 & 9 June - Hellens Garden Festival.

Theme - ‘Hands in the Soil, Good for the Soul’ with actor John Challis and Radio 2s Allotment Guru Terry Walton opening the festival. Much Marcle, near Ledbury. 16 June - Lower Hope, Ullingswick. 22 & 23 June - Gatley Park, near Ludlow. 30 June - Aylestone Hill, Hereford.

3 July - Homme House, Much Marcle, Hereford, parkland visit and walk. 7 July - Seabournes, Fawley, Hereford.

18 July - Brinsop Court. 21 July - Rhodds Farm, Lyonshall. 21 July - Ludlow Dog Day at Stokesay Court.

See www.st-michaels-hospice.org.uk for further details.

Sat 1 June KARUNA INSIGHT DESIGN OPEN DAY Guided tours, demonstrations, children’s friendly activities, trees and plants sale, light refreshments. Picklescott, Church Stretton, 12-5pm, www.karuna.org.uk Sun 2 June & Fri 2 August (beginners), Sun 14 July (improvers) LEARN TO SCYTHE One-to-one tuition available, £55/£35. Contact Andrea at hellow@wildmeadow.co 01544 267039. Wild Meadow, Discoed, Presteigne.

Tues 6 June RAIL & BUS FOR HEREFORDSHIRE 7 May - ‘Aspirations for an Integrated Transport System in Hereford’, a talk by Professor John Whitelegg. 6 June - ‘Railways, Communities and Economics’, a talk by Fay Easton. Friends’ Meeting House, 21 King St, Hereford, 2.30pm, free, 01531 633594.

Sat 8 June SARPA The Rail User Group for the line from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth. Meeting White Lion, Machynlleth, 2.15pm.

Sat 8 & Sun 9 June HELLENS GARDEN FESTIVAL Hands on wild play, creative and storytelling activities for children, discussion forums and much more. Proceeds to St Michael’s Hospice. Hellens Manor, Much Marcle, 10am-5pm, £7 adults, £2.50 children, £16 family, dogs welcome, www.hellensgardenfestival.co.uk Sat 8 & Sun 9 June YARPOLE IN BLOOM 10 or more gardens to visit plus workshops and activities at St Leonard’s Church and Yarpole Parish Hall, plus flower/garden photo competition. www.yarpole.com Sun 9 June WILD MEADOW - WILD LIFE A garden event with speakers. Broadward Hall, Clungunford from 2pm, £20 per person, includes a cream tea, plant stall and book sale. Cheques to CTSLL, Walford Grange, Walford, SY7 0JT, www.ludlowpalmers.uk Thurs 13 June GREENPEACE TALK Informal meeting of local activists and supporters. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 7.30pm, pbdelphiee@hotmail.com Sun 16 June LUDLOW SECRET GARDENS 12 gardens will open, all walking distance of the town centre. Ploughmans 12-2.30pm, teas 12pm-5pm plus Prosecco bar in courtyard garden. Tickets/maps from Assembly Rooms, Ludlow, £7.50, 01584 878141.

Sat 22 & Sun 23 June LEINTWARDINE OPEN GARDENS Gardens open 2-6pm both days. Church tours on Sunday and garden activities. Stalls, tea and refreshments available in the Community Centre, Tickets £7 for both days, under 16s free, tickets from Griffiths Garage, Leintwardine. www.leintwardinecentre.co.uk June KNIGHTON TREE ALLOTMENTS TRUST Task days on 2, 6, 16, 20 & 30 June in Beggar’s Bush or Knighton. Volunteer with us to learn about woodland management and associated skills such as coppicing, tree care and cutting firewood. Details email woodland@tveg. org.uk 01547 520374 http://tveg.org.uk June SHROPSHIRE HILLS DISCOVERY CENTRE First Sunday of the month - Become a Habitat Helper! For all ages. Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, Craven Arms, 01588 676060.

Mondays & Wednesdays KNIGHTON MENS SHED Sharpening service available. Teme Mill, Station Yard, Knighton, 10am-2pm. John on 01544232750 or email jtknightonmensshed@gmail.com.

First Sat of the month FARMERS MARKET Local produce, gifts and crafts. Eaton Bishop VH, 10am12pm. www.eatonbishop.org

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complementary therapies Disclaimer. We would like to emphasise that these listings relate to COMPLEMENTARY medicine practitioners. Broad Sheep does not endorse any of the practitioners or healing methods listed. We provide no recommendation and take no responsibility for their content.

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A is for ACUPUNCTURE & HOLISTIC THERAPIES Joanna Bruce RGN, B.Ac, MBAcC - clinics in Leominster and Kingsland. Treating pain and long term health conditions effectively since 1983. Tel: 01568 709142 or text 07984 460969 Free initial phone consultation jo.bruce@talk21.com ACUPUNCTURE. Sandy Sandaver Lic Ac MBAcC. I practice an integrated style of acupuncture using 5 element and TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) and am a member of the British Acupuncture Council. I also carry out home visits. Hay Acupuncture Clinic, Rose Cottage, Cusop Dingle, Hay-On-Wye 01497 821625/07980 596218 sandysandaver@onetel.com or www.hayacupunctureclinic.co.uk ACUPUNCTURE Vanessa Hamilton LicAc MBAcC I am an experienced acupuncturist with 31 years’ experience and have expert skills in listening and communication which are essential for correct treatment. A free 15min phone consultation is available to help you decide whether or not acupuncture is suitable for you . The Retreat, Studio 2a, Presteigne Industrial Estate, Presteigne, LD8 2UF, 07811120386, 01547 550387, for more info visit www.hereford-acupuncture-clinic.co.uk ALLERGY &/OR FOOD INTOLERANCES? Find out the complete picture by having a blood test to help you make the best choices for your health.

Enquiries: 01568 709142.

AROMATHERAPY massage and facials - Bach Remedies Herbalism - Reiki. For comprehensive, holistic treatment: Roz Myers Brown, Dip. Ar. IPTI, MIPTI. Kington clinic.

07967 137208, roz.brown@btinternet.com BOWEN TECHNIQUE Bowen is a holistic, non invasive therapy consisting of gentle moves over soft tissue and muscles, interspersed with periods of rest. Suitable for adults and children. Working from clinics in Bishop’s Castle and Church Stretton. Home visits available. Contact ROB ROWE MBTPA tel: 01588 630648, email rob@robrowe.co.uk or learn more at www.bowentherapy.org.uk BOWEN & ENERGY HEALING: Releasing imbalances on many levels; listening to the body with compassion. Gentle deep body-work for pain, muscles, joints, internal conditions & whole health. Also clearing emotional, spiritual, mind-brain-body stuckness. My passion is to help clients discover more freedom & ease, enabling them to move forwards in life! Tenbury Wells & Ludlow (also home visits). Phone me for a chat or appointment. Hilary Foxwell 01584 819010.

CHARTERED CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST & PSYCHODYNAMIC PSYCHOTHERAPIST with over 25 years professional NHS experience, providing psychological help to adults. Please see website for details: www. drmatthewfaull.co.uk. I am highly trained and experienced in using evidence–based psychotherapies to relieve distress and help you achieve your life goals, and offer sessions in Ludlow and Leintwardine. I also offer supervision to mental health professionals. Please contact me by email: mfaull@btinternet. com, to arrange a free initial phone conversation to consider your needs. Registered with British Psychological Society, British Psychoanalytic Council, Health Professions Council.

CLAIRE KERBY COUNSELLING (Post grad dip Counselling, MBACP). Having someone to talk to outside your normal circle of friends / family can really help to gain a new clarity and sense of perspective. I would love it if you would call me, in confidence, with no judgement on 07971 816541, or email me at Claire.kerby@btinternet.com.

COGNITIVE BEHAVIOUR THERAPY (CBT), COUNSELLING AND COUPLE COUNSELLING Hello!

CBT can work well for depression, anxiety, panic, OCD, anger, phobias, self-harm, eating disorders, low self-esteem and more.

I also offer counselling for most issues, including sexuality, bereavement and past sexual abuse. Couple counselling is available and counselling for those who have problems concerning self-esteem, relationships or lack of them. Contact Gail Venables MBACP (Accred) on 07484 766371 or www. cbtgail.co.uk for sessions in Leominster and New Radnor COUNSELLING. Person-centred, focused on you. Do you need someone to talk to in confidence? I am a qualified counsellor based between Ludlow and Leominster. Home visits are also available. Contact me - Wendy Clare on 0792 3311550, email vivada.advice@gmail.com or visit my website wendyclare.weebly.com Together we discover what works for you.

COUNSELLING & MINDFULNESS COACHING with Matthew Ward MBACP, Accredited Mindfulness Trainer.

I provide a safe and confidential counselling service to explore the challenges that life can bring such as loss and anxiety.

I also offer individual mindfulness coaching and run regular courses locally. 01568 708836 or 07982 466224 marchesmindfulness.co.uk COUNSELLING, HEALING, MEDIUMSHIP. Spiritual Medium & Author Jenny Martin, offers one to one tuition or personal counselling/healing in Mid Wales. Over 20 years experience. Jenny’s spiritual development manual and her biography are both available via www.jennymartinmedium. com or contact jenny@jennymartinmedium.com for more information.

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY with Jess Pailthorpe RCST. Safe, effective, light-touch treatments to help you heal & repair.

Muscle/joint problems, stress, anxiety, fatigue, trauma….Clinics in Leominster Osteopaths and Kingsland. Phone for more info: 07981 866 667 / www.touchtreetherapy.co.uk DRUM MANTRA MEDITATE Lead by Roise (roe-sha) On the first Thursday of the month 9.50am - 11am. £8 It’s fun, it energises the body and calms the mind.

Phone 07511 621 856. At S.E.N.S.E. in Tenbury Wells EMOTIONAL THERAPY: Anne Cummings FETC (Adv Dip), MNCS (Accred) offers this safe, effective therapy to help adults and children heal their emotional and spiritual wounds and fulfil their personal potential. If you have difficulty relating to others, or have troublesome emotions call Anne on 01547 530977. Specialist knowledge and experience of working with panic attacks, anger, stress, bullying, low self-esteem, bereavement/loss, anxiety and depression. Centres in Powys/ south Shropshire. Ffi including workshops and talks see www.thewritetofeel.com.

HEREFORD HOMEOPATH Juliet Ablett RHom, MARH, MNCHM. Experienced practitioner works with you as an individual, listening without judgement; working with whatever symptoms or issues you have. Natural, effective treatment suitable for all ages. I am very happy to chat with you on the phone about what treatment you are looking for before you commit to an appointment. Weekly clinics at Hereford Centre for Natural Health and Monmouth Natural Health Centre. Juliet Ablett www.julietablett.co.uk julietablett@rocketmail.com 01981 241456

HOLISTIC BEAUTY AND MASSAGE – JILL GRAHAM. MTIcertHM. CIBTAC. Reiki 3. Mindfulness Pract.

Treatments to relax the mind and body in peaceful surroundings.

Beauty Treatments, Massage, Massage 4 Pregnancy (Specialise), Indian Head, . ‘The Studio’ NORTON, PRESTEIGNE. 07766 722735 - www.holisticbeautyandmassage.co.uk email: jill.e.graham@btinternet.com Facebook: @holisticbeautyandmassage HOMOEOPATHY Sandy Underhill RSHom. Homoeopathy is a system of medicine which involves treating the individual with highly diluted substances, given mainly in tablet form, with the aim of triggering the body’s natural system of healing.

Based on their individual symptoms, the homeopath will match the most appropriate medicine to each patient. Clinics in Llandrindod Wells, Kington and Presteigne. 01597 851021.

MASSAGE THERAPY WITH MARIAN HARDIMAN (MTI, CNHC, MLDUK). Remedial, Sports, Holistic, Indian Head Massage. Organic Facial and Manual Lymph Drainage.

Clinic in Presteigne (The Retreat), Presteigne, LD8 2UF. Contact: marian@silvanmassage.com, www.silvanmassage.com, 07816 981454.

NO HANDS® MASSAGE works on every level: physical, energetic, emotional, mental and spiritual. It’s deep, transforming touch with no pain. Come and train with Wendy Mills, Master Therapist and Instructor. Clinic and Courses held in Sutton St Nicholas, Hereford. 07858137889; millsw1@tiscali.co.uk; www.wendymills.co.uk MASSAGE THERAPY Injuries, stress, relaxation.

Claire Williams I.T.E.C. / N.I.M. 01544 267172. Clinics in Presteigne, Ludlow and Hereford.

MINDFULNESS Alithea Waterfield MBCT teacher offering Mindful Walks in Nature, 8-week Mindfulness courses and Mindfulness Guided Meditations. Committed to helping you reconnect with a more authentic and compassionate self and develop skills to manage life’s challenges resourcefully, skillfully and creatively. 07899 361316 alitheawaterfield@gmail.com OSTEOPATH. Mr R A Hughes D.O. Registered Osteopath and Sports Therapist. Fully qualified and registered since 1995 Established in Presteigne for over 20 years. Sciatica, Arthritis, Trapped Nerves, Back, Neck and Shoulder Pain. Headaches, Sports Injuries. 07961 352056, rahughesosteo@gmail.com The Retreat, Presteigne – free car parking.

PHYSIOTHERAPY, CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY, REFLEXOLOGY & YOGA with Hermione Evans, Chartered Physiotherapist at Radnor Physiotherapy. For all back and neck pain, headaches, sports injuries, RSI, stress related illness and more. To discuss your needs or to make an appointment, please phone 01544 350691 or email contact@radnorphysiotherapy. co.uk or view www.radnorphysiotherapy.co.uk THE REAL BIRTH WORKSHOP - Birth physiology course with JILL GRAHAM – day workshop - includes lunch.

Promoting positive attitudes whatever your choice! Helping you to feel confident in your abilities and the decisions that you make about your labour and birth. I will take you on a step by step journey of how your body works. 25 mile radius of Presteigne, individuals, couples or small groups. In clients home or @ ‘The Studio’ NORTON, PRESTEIGNE. For more information - 07766 722735, www.holisticbeautyandmassage. co.uk email: jill.e.graham@btinternet.com.

SOUND BATH WITH ROISE (roe-sha) On the third Tuesday of the month 7 - 9 pm. Roise plays gentle sounds for groups for healing and relaxation. £12, or £10 with a friend. Roise also offers individual treatments. Phone 07511 621 856.

At S.E.N.S.E. in Tenbury Wells.

SOUND HEALING TRAINING AND WORKSHOP RETREATS We run the 5 part Sound Therapy training programme for the College of Sound Healing as weekend

retreats in the beautiful setting of Primrose Haven with lovely gardens and sacred spaces. Also Seasonal Sounds Days and weekend retreats: Sound Healing and Nature; Magical Resonance of Celtic Sounds and Sound and gardening for the soul. Retreat stays in our cosy Shepherd Huts. Occasional evening sound and Gong meditations. Please contact Paul Benham, paul@primrosehavenretreats.co.uk and www.primrosehavenretreats.co.uk. 01497 847299.

SPIRITUAL HEALER Naturally gifted in releasing emotional grief in present and past lives. 29 years professional experience with physical and mental health. Private healing sessions and talks given. Gillian Williamson, MNFSH. Field House, Kinnerton. 01547 560874.

Workshops

WORKSHOP LISTINGS - Single (dated) listings are free.

Year round, ongoing workshops will cost £40 per year.

Every Wednesday Through to August WELL-BEING RETREAT IN PORTUGAL Tranquility, inner-happiness and calm. Spiritual awakening, vibrational energies, gong therapy and more. Organic vegetarian meals. £375 for five days, flights not included. For more information email melainaevans01@gmail.com BUDDHISM AND MEDITATION CLASSES IN HEREFORDSHIRE Led by members of the Triratna Buddhist Order. HEREFORD Mondays, Near LEDBURY Wednesdays, LEOMINSTER Thursdays. All classes 7.15pm for 7.30pm start.

Give what you can, suggested donation £5. All welcome.

More details from matthew@adhisthana.org 01531 641726 or Meg 01432 830322. Text 07980 892653.

YOGA CLASSES For physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. Knighton Community Centre Mondays 9.30am-11am and Thursdays 6.45pm-8.15pm. Also in Clunbury Village Hall near Craven Arms Tuesdays 9.15am-10.45am.

Beginners welcome. Contact Kat 07968 819123. katyoga@ holwill.net or find me on facebook @KatHolwillYoga

YOGA IN PRESTEIGNE New location

Group classes and individual tuition Stapleton Yoga Studio

Marie Hudson 01544 260352 www.theyogapractice.org.uk

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PILATES SESSIONS - Pilates is a method of exercise designed to elongate and strengthen the body. It promotes improved core strength and stability which in turn improves posture, flexibility, circulation and physical wellbeing. Classes available in Presteigne and various locations within the North Herefordshire, North Worcestershire and South Shropshire area. All sessions are based on small groups and working to individual abilities therefore booking is essential. Private sessions by arrangement.

Contact Jackie on 0782 4114979 or justjackie39@gmail.com HEDGEROW MEDICINE, KITCHEN PHARMACY: Herbal Medicine Making Courses with Rowan McOnegal, Medical Herbalist. Practical weekend courses which explore identifying, growing, harvesting, drying, storing and using herbs.

Covers the basic principles of herbal medicine, and making and using teas, tinctures, infused oils, ointments, creams, syrups, inhalations and baths. www.hedgerowmedicine.org 01531 670075.

YOGA & AYURVEDA Individual yoga practice. Diet.

Exercise. Life Balance. Jill Bonner BA PGCE Art. DIPL Yoga Therapy. DIPL Ayurveda Therapy. Details 07789 428109.

Sat 1 June MEDITATION GROUP Bleddfa Centre, near Knighton, 11am, 01547 550377.

Sat 1 & Sat 22 June RISE AND SHINE WITH RIVER FLOW YOGA With Graham Nolan. Open to all. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 9.30am, 01497 821762.

Until Wed 26 June MINDFULNESS 8 week course. Friends Meeting House, King St, Hereford, £105pp, £25 deposit. Details and to book contact marches.counselling@gmail.com, 01432 279906, 07527 579488, www.marchescounselling.org 9 & 23 June MINDFULNESS For Wellbeing. A four part course with Wendy Harvey.

The complete classic secular mindfullness course.

Bleddfa Centre, near Knighton, 7pm, £16, 01547 550377.

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Sat 15 & Sun 16 June CONNECTING WITH NATURE Connecting gently with nature through a little scientific ecology, eco-based mindfulness, imagination, learning form nature and totems, movement and Haiku. Near Presteigne, no overnight stay, 10am-4pm, light lunch and refreshments included, 01544 260066. connectwithnature@hotmail.com

Sun 30 June FAITH, FRIENDSHIP & FOOD All ages and ideas are welcome, explore together being a Christian community. The Table at Dorstone Village Hall, bring and share your tea, 4-5.30pm.

Every Saturday RIVER FLOW YOGA With Graham Nolan. Mixed ability, open to all. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 9.30am, 01497 821762, phone to check class is on.

First Saturday of the month MEDITATION Bleddfa Centre, 11am-12.30pm, free, 01547 550377.

Mondays MAMA MOJO YOGA FLOW The Hive, Belmont, Shrewsbury, 10.30am, £6, 01743 234970.

Mondays YOGA LESSONS All abilities welcome, bring a yoga mat, small cusion and blanket. Hall, Barn, Bleddfa, near Knighton, 01547 550377.

Mondays & Wednesdays PILATES Pilates-Based Back Care - Mon 10.30am & Wed 5.45pm. Pilates-Based Body Conditioning - Mon 11.45am & Wed 7pm. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, 01874 625992.

Third Thursday of the month ECO SPIRIT CAFE An informal monthly meeting for people interested in spirituality and connection to the environment. The Globe, Hay-on-Wye, 7.30pm, free, 01497 821762.

First Friday of the month SILENCE AND STILLNESS Bleddfa Centre, near Knighton, 11am-12pm, free, 01547 550377.

Last Friday of the month QUIET GARDEN MOVEMENT Sharing outdoor space for the inner journey. 10am-3pm, Rhayader. facebook.com/CefnfaesCottage 07948 469584.