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Porthcawl's killing machines glanrhyd hospital demolition Dear Editor, Is there anyone out there who knows what and why there are demolition works going on at Glanrhyd Mental Hospital?

I understand, that a considerable amount of money was recently spent on roofing works at the section that is currently up for demolition, which in

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Dear Editor, I am fortunate enough to have a waxwing based in my garden at the moment. He/she? has

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Dear Editor, In March's Seaside News, which we enjoy reading, Amanda Skull's letter about birds in your garden was of interest to me.

I live in Locks Lane, Springfield Avenue area. We used to have all types of birds in our garden: blackbirds, finches, robins and starlings, coaltits etc. Last year three new cats arrived in the area; black and white with a white/yellow collar, a tortoiseshell and a black one. They are killing machines!

Last year I had two blackbirds eating out of my hand, a robin would come every morning to my windowsill for her morning feed. At the end of last year, I had to call in the PDSA to see a pigeon that the black and white cat had badly mauled and torn off one of its wings. It was dreadful to see. The PDSA

man was most helpful.

We are both in our twilight years and do not do a great deal any more, so having our breakfast in the mornings, watching the wildlife in our garden gives us a great deal of pleasure.

We have lived in Porthcawl for 40 years and never had squirrels in our garden until this year. We have two, and watching their antics was a delight, but guess what! No more squirrels…

Bill Oddie was on TV a few weeks ago saying that cats were the most popular pets now, rather than dogs, and that they are having a devastating effect on garden birds.

I hope the owners of these cats read the Seaside News, and fit these killers with bells.

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Porthcawl Primary school it’s been a busy spring term at porthcawl primary school.

We have done loads of amazing activities, had some great visitors and been on many fantastic trips!

Our whole foundation stage went on a trip to Techniquest this month as part of our space topic. The pupils supported their science learning with lots of hands-on activities and a visit to the moon in the planetarium! We also celebrated World Book Day in style when we got a surprise visit from four of the players from the Ospreys rugby team. They read their favourite story to all the pupils and answered many questions.

Archbishop Mcgrath catholic high school this year’s annual eisteddfod was a huge success.

Our talented young stars were able to display their talent through poetry, instrumentals, singing, dancing and many off-stage competitions. The support from individuals and groups was fantastic to watch as they battled for their houses to win. Congratulations to all in Dyfrig! Also to Kate Breeze who won the Eisteddfod Chair for her poem 'Fy Hoff Le’.

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We have also had an exciting time in Key Stage 2. For World Book Day we got a visit from Keith Harris who shared with us his extraordinary talent for storytelling which enthused us all to write our own masterpieces. We all enjoyed dressing up as our favourite book characters and we have been busy reading the recommendations of our teachers’ favourite books. We have been on many exciting adventures!

All of Key Stage 2 explored Kenfig Nature Reserve as part of the study of our local area.

We are also looking forward to our visit to watch the Ospreys play the Dragons at the Liberty Stadium.

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and Alp 2500, Llangrannog and Disneyland - all of which were thoroughly enjoyed by all and still to come is the Music Department’s Orchestral Tour to Italy – I’m sure this will be outstanding tour to remember.

The school recently participated in the ESU Public Speaking Competition for Schools 20122013, well done to Jordan Parker who was best 'speaker' at the South Wales Branch Final and Connie Osgood-Finney who was best 'chairperson'.

Half term begins on Friday 29th March, pupils return back to school on Monday 15th April 2013.

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earlier this month, the grounds of st. Clare's were taken over by assassins and zombies.

Luckily, they were too busy performing in this year’s musical to cause any damage!

'Dunsinane High', a modern interpretation of Shakespeare’s Macbeth, was created entirely by pupils and staff in school.

The show was a great success, with the cast receiving a standing ovation every night. Thank you to everyone involved.

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spring term news from st John’s school March was a particularly busy month starting with our annual eisteddfod on st David’s Day. All the judges who came in on the day were impressed by the multi-talented pupils as they listened to and watched a rich variety of musical and dramatic performances.

After all the points for these performances, the subject competitions and ultimately the House Choir event were totalled the Saxon House were winners. The following week the school, families and friends all enjoyed concerts from both the Pre Prep and highlights of the Prep and Senior pupils’ performances.

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also follow ‘St. Clare’s School, Porthcawl’ on Facebook and @ stclares_school on Twitter for our latest news.

This year we are celebrating our 75th anniversary. To mark the occasion we are appealing to all ex pupils, parents and staff to contact us and share their memories of the school.

If anyone has any photographs or memories they would like to share, please contact us on Facebook or email sarah. jacobs@stclares-school.co.uk To celebrate, we are holding a Diamond Anniversary Ball on 17th May at The Vale Resort, Hensol. We invite all ex pupils, staff and parents to come along and enjoy an evening of entertainment and celebration. For more information or tickets, please telephone 01656 789963.

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of out-of-school activities recently that have included a Year 11 history trip, children aged 7-11 enjoying an environmental-based science visit and the Early Years children taking advantage of exploring Margam Park on a sunny and springlike day. Fundraising activities have included the Interact club selling pancakes and the School Council organising various fun events on Red Nose Day. We welcomed a large number of visitors to our recent Open Day and following this children of various ages have been enjoying our free taster days.

If you would like to know more about joining St John’s School or about using our Holiday Club phone the office.

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Porthcawl Comprehensive Many young people are maligned for hanging around street corners or under a lamppost – a common public perception of the youth of today.

We have had a fantastic term where our young people have given so much! Community involvement has included the School Show, Eisteddfod, the Sixth Form Volunteer Programme and donations in excess of £2,000 to local charities. Our students have been able to help the RNLI, Sandville, LATCH and Healing the Wounds over this past year and in doing so they have made a difference locally.

I wish to pay a particular debt of gratitude to this year’s 'Head

Ysgol y Ferch o’r Sger March has been exceptionally busy at Y Ferch o’r Sger.

St David’s Day 'Cawl a Chân' (Soup and Song) at the school was very enjoyable and thanks are due to the Rock Inn Porthcawl for their generosity in providing the cawl for our celebration evening.

The school competed successfully in the regional Urdd Eisteddfod in Maesteg Town Hall and many children are now looking forward to the next stage, the County Eisteddfod. Congratulations to all who

Heronsbridge Community School Heronsbridge School has had an invitation to design and build two show gardens at the RHS Flower Show to be held in Cardiff Castle on the 19th - 21st April.

One garden will be a woodland garden with a badgers clearing sponsored by the RHS and the garden will be brought back to the school as a feature in the orchard. The second garden will be An African

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Team' who have been very ably led by Leonie McQuaide and Adam Mounce. All at Porthcawl Comprehensive School wish our current Year 13 pupils the very best for their university careers and for life beyond. As our current Year 13 prepare to leave, I hope they achieve all they want and that they will come back to visit us.

As one sixth form group leaves, so another arrives. We recently held our Sixth Form Induction Evening which went very well. I was delighted by the number of out-catchment students who have expressed a desire to continue their education at Porthcawl. We all look forward to another very vibrant sixth form at Porthcawl Comprehensive School.

Andrew Slade

Head Teacher took part.

Congratulations are also due to the children who competed, many successfully, in the Urdd art and craft competitions, producing creative work in variety of media to a very high standard. We now await the national results and possibly the prospect of seeing Y Ferch o’r Sger’s creative work on display in the Urdd Eisteddfod in May! The school choir took part in an Easter service organised by Porthcawl schools and this was followed by an enjoyable Easter Egg Hunt organised by the PTA!

Afon y Felin News Eisteddfod Results

Handwriting Class 4: 1st Arwen James, 2nd Chloe Murphy, 3rd Elise Jones Class 3: 1st Rhianna Knowles, 2nd Charlie Perham/ Sam Matthews, 3rd Josef Reeve Year 1: 1st Coralyn Thirlwell, 2nd Demi-Leigh Gifford, 3rd Summer Jones Reception: 1st Nia Knowles, 2nd Lucy Stephens, 3rd Scarlett Andrews/ Tyler Clatworthy Art Class 4: 1st Shannon Courtney, 2nd Chloe Murphy, 3rd Stephan Cowan/Lewis Evans Class 3: 1st Ellie-Jade Jakeway, 2nd Grace Webb, 3rd Joseph Reeve Class 2: 1st Charlotte Jones, 2nd Kieran Andrew/Mackenzie Sheppard, 3rd Scarlet James/Emilia White

The Chair was won by Chloe Murphy with her poem 'What Wales means to me', 2nd Iwan Richards, 3rd Nia Matthews.

The Nursery performed 'Mi welais Jac y do' and 'Troi ei’n dwylo'. Music was provided by Ellie on trombone, Angharad and Amber on clarinet, Jarrad and Lucy played trumpets and the violinists were Ellie, Rhys, Elise, Sky and Arwen. Total raised for NSPCC was £347.83.

We have lost a very special friend of Afon y Felin. Canon Paul Van was loved and respected by everyone at the school; he took assemblies and even brought his drum kit in one day! We are going to miss him, and we send our love to Heather.

AJ Prtichard

Parent Governor

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Also, Heronsbridge is one of the few schools in Bridgend to be selected for the first roll out of the All Wales Learning Platform, Hwb, funded by the Welsh Government Hwb will host the national collection of digital resources from a wide variety of contributors and will host collaborative working areas facilitating professional learning communities across Wales.

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Cornelly Primary Thanks to World Book Day, now we all know the answer to the question ‘Where’s Wally?’ it’s Corneli Primary School!

The staff were Wallys to join in the fun with the children who dressed up as their favourite book character.

We were also dressed up again during Fairtrade Fortnight and enjoyed celebrating the Chinese New Year and St David’s Day. The traditional Eisteddfod concert featured music, singing, poetry and dancing and

for the finale a Chairing of the Bard, Leah Evans who wrote the winning poem.

We are waiting to find out if we will get into the Guinness Book of Records after joining with children from other schools for Sign2Sing. The event organised by SignHealth aimed to raise funds and awareness of deafness by breaking the record for the number of people simultaneously singing and signing.

We are now looking forward to even more fun on Red Nose Day. Sue Jones

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World book day quiz victory for Nottage!

I am very proud of our Library Quiz Team (Kai Williams and Georgina Andersson) from Year 6 who represented Nottage Primary School at the inter-schools book quiz held at Porthcawl Library to celebrate World Book Day. Our team were asked to answer 30 questions on their chosen book Viking Boy by Tony Bradman and only dropped ½

Little Wonders Red Nose Day was a success: all the staff wore their pyjamas, the children participated in taste testing of red fruit and vegetables and they all had a fun eventful afternoon.

Now the weather is getting better we have started our nature walks and trips to the park. Boogie Beats have been a great success and the children have fun every week exercising with Nicky. It is now approaching Easter and the Easter Bunny will be visiting on his busy schedule. The children will be

West Park Primary We always appreciate the effort our parents and friends make to support our school activities, but this half term, we certainly have lots to be grateful for!

Term began with our Eisteddfod. The children enjoyed demonstrating the skills they have been learning, from folk dancing and poetry, to posters and plays. World Book Day went with a bang! The Infants dressed as favourite book characters and created their own books to share and the Juniors took part in a Roald Dahl Extravaganza. They created

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mark! Well done to them. They were superb. They will now go forward to the Champion of Champions quiz later on in the year against other schools from the borough.

Congratulations to the school council who organised some great events to raise money for Comic Relief. The school was a sea of red and bad hair! There was a bake sale, a bring and buy sale and a beat the goalie competition. So far we have raised close to £1,000. Thanks to everyone who contributed and thanks once again to the staff and the school council for all their hard work.

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Headteacher, 01656 815540 www.nottageprimary.bridgend.gov.uk

making and decorating their Easter bonnets and there will be an Easter Bonnet parade for the children only with an Easter egg hunt. Forthcoming events are our teddy bears picnic, our topics also include dinosaur world starring our two resident interactive Kato dinosaurs, people who help us including visits by the local fire station and police station. If you require affordable childcare just give us a ring for further information.

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Reception visited Margam Park and enjoyed meeting farm animals and playing in the adventure park. Then to top it all off, we managed to donate a staggering £1,041 to Comic Relief.

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Fairtrade talks for your school or community group Interested in gaining or renewing your Fairtrade status? Want to know more about ethical consumerism and the environment?

At SUSSED we offer talks and activities for primary schools and community groups within Bridgend County Borough.

We offer a variety of talks, tailored to each audience’s needs and education level all planned by SUSSED Project Support Officer (ESDGC) Elly.

Elly is passionate about the Fairtrade movement, and had

this to say about her role:“I thoroughly enjoy my job and take great pleasure in helping to educate children. This job has reignited my desire to become a teacher.”

We also offer sale or return stalls free of charge, which is ideal for a school or community fête. We will prepare the stall for pick-up, so all you have to do is staff it at your event. Money made from each stall helps us continue our educational projects.

Cefn Cribwr primary teacher, Wendy Jones, thought Elly’s talk really helped her students understand Fairtrade: “My pupils really enjoyed the activities, and I learnt a lot too!”

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Cynffig news I am proud to say that Cynffig continues to be an exciting environment for thriving, energetic pupils.

These few lines will hardly do justice to our latest achievements, but since our last update, we have enjoyed a wonderful evening concert celebrating the talents of this year’s Eisteddfod (itself, without doubt, our best ever!), where the standard of both off and on-stage competitions was often outstanding. Competition was of course fierce, but by the time of the Chairing of Kalsuma Begum as Bard and the crowning of Morgan EvansShaw, Powys had clinched victory over Gwent by just 10 points. Congratulations: Ty y Flwyddyn 2013!

Our pupils’ successes are not only cultural, however, our medal winners in the national Intermediate Maths challenge (with particular congratulations to Tyler Fuller, Cristian

Adult Learning in the Community Driving Forward the Future Farmers of Wales Bridgend College Agriculture students have joined forces with local John Deere dealer, Frank Sutton, to provide the current apprentices with driving lessons on their fleet of tractors.

This is just part of a bid by the College’s Land-based Studies department to work with a variety of local businesses to provide real farming experience and give the students the skills they need to meet the growing demand for agricultural labour.

The Land-based Studies department, based at the College’s Pencoed campus, offers a wide range of courses in Agriculture, Animal Care, Countryside & Environmental Management, Equine and Horticulture, with new courses

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recently introduced. Courses range from First Diploma to National Diploma to HND level. Course tutor David John commented, “The response to the new agricultural courses has been superb; we have a range of courses from Level 1 – 5 including apprenticeships and HND/C running in September.”

“I have been contacted by numerous farms looking for herdsman, shepherds, tractor drivers and contractors, and it is links with local businesses such as Frank Sutton which really add another dimension for the students - it has given them valuable experience on new hi-spec machinery, which they will need when entering into the industry”.

For further information about the courses available, visit http://www.bridgend.ac.uk/ landbased Jessica Watkins

I hope you approve of our new ACL logo – you’ll be seeing a lot more of it soon!

You’ll also be seeing our new ACL brochure, listing all the courses and classes you can sign up to between April and July. There’s a load on offer, from computers to cookery, horticulture to health, photography to guitar playing.

Want to learn to write stories? Try your hand at Indian head massage? Here’s your chance to try something new.

There are also short courses on balancing your budget and helping your children with their homework, as well as classes for those people

Rebegea, Lauren Jenkins and Ben Grabham) are a testament to how Cynffig nurtures abilities and talents in all fields, and as I write this, some of our Year 10 pupils are enjoying lunch with the Children's Commissioner, who has invited them as a focus group to talk about the effectiveness of learning pathways for young people. I must say a special thank you to James Briggs, Lois Arcari, Hywel Park, Emily Fraser and Ross Hooper for being our ambassadors.

And what have we got coming up? Well, we have just enjoyed the first two heats of this year’s Cynffig’s Got Talent in anticipation of the big night on 26th March, and yet again in the Easter holidays, many of our teachers will be in school, freely giving their own time to work with pupils, and reminding me of what makes Cynffig so special.

Hannah Castle

Acting Headteacher

whose first language is not English, but want to learn.

These short courses are free to all adults.

You’ll find our brochures in your local libraries, schools, and other community outlets – and on the BCBC website under ‘Adult Community Learning’.

Here’s a diary marker for you – Adult Learners’ Week (18-26th May) is a national celebration of lifelong learning, and each year providers throughout Bridgend County Borough hold events and taster sessions during the week, to inspire adults into learning. Maybe this will be the year when we inspire you!

Finally, look out for our new ACL website, coming soon…

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children & young people column

With the easter holidays upon us, it’s that time of year when the stress of GCse and a-level exams is reaching its peak for many local youngsters.

It goes without saying that the best way to improve chances of success is by having good attendance throughout primary and secondary school and we’re asking parents to think twice before asking to take children out of school for any reason other than illness.

A child with above 90 per cent attendance will typically achieve an average of eight GCSEs at A*-C grade,

but a child who attends less than 80% of the time could achieve only four of the same GCSEs. Also, did you know that if you attend school only 80 per cent of the time, you’ll miss a whole year of education during your school life!

There are unavoidable occasions when children can’t attend school for reasons like illness and family emergencies; but with 190 school days in a year, there are plenty of spare days to plan holidays, birthday celebrations and visits to the dentist.

Good luck to everyone preparing for exams this summer. Be sure to find time to fit in an Easter egg between revising!

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big tax boost for local people in April Freedom from Fear i am a long-time supporter of the ‘Freedom from Fear’ campaign run by UsDaW, the trade union for shop workers.

Every minute of the working week one shop worker in the country is abused or assaulted.

60% of those who staff our local stores have suffered verbal abuse, 56% have been treated aggressively and 4% have been violently attacked. The campaign calls for a Parliamentary Bill that would make a new offence of attacking those who face the public when carrying out their work.

Similar legislation was introduced in 2006, making it a specific offence to abuse or obstruct those going about life-saving work in the emergency services. In shops,

our struggling hospitals

Hospitals across south Wales have been bursting at the seams in recent weeks as staff struggle to cope with record numbers of seriously ill people needing treatment.

Regional health board ABMU has opened 80 extra beds, brought in off-duty staff and cancelled routine operations.

Princess of Wales A&E department has been snowed under with patients so I ask the question – what would happen to those people if the closure of the A&E department at the hospital goes ahead?

We would get a Minor Injuries Unit instead but that would not be able to treat the heart, stroke and other seriously ill patients who have been admit-

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signs could explain the law and act as a deterrent to would-be aggressors, a strategy you may have seen in rail carriages. A law change would also give workers confidence to come forward when abused - surveys show that many do not report the abuse they suffer. The risks have become greater for shop workers. Cuts to Criminal Injuries Compensation mean many would no longer receive support if attacked. The Government must balance this by placing a new emphasis on protecting public-facing workers, to ensure that such attacks do not occur in the first place.

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ted lately, partially as a result of the cold weather.

But the closure is one of the options under active consideration by health chiefs at present – along with turning the hospital’s children’s ward into an assessment centre with no beds and scrapping the consultant-led maternity unit to be replaced by one run by midwives.

The board needs to wake up and smell the coffee. There is no way that health services in this region could manage without all the services currently on offer at POW. To think otherwise amounts to utter folly and puts at risk the lives of people living in the Bridgend borough and beyond. suzY dAviEs

Welsh Conservative Regional AM for South Wales West

the new financial year is likely to bring a big boost for thousands of low-earning taxpayers in the Bridgend area.

This is because November’s autumn statement delivered an increase in the personal tax allowance. This is the most effective means of cutting tax for the low-paid, as it affects everybody.

The outcome of this change is that 50,900 taxpayers in the Bridgend area will get a further income tax cut,

Porthcawl progress

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porthcawl town Council is now offering free doggy bags to people in porthcawl.

The initiative is being offered as part of the Town Council’s plan to encourage people to pick up after their dogs. To claim your free pack please call into the Town Council Office, 24 Victoria Avenue, Porthcawl, during office hours (Mon – Fri 9am – 1.30pm).

The Town Council has recently been made aware of a scheme

bringing the total tax cut to £600 a year since the Liberal Democrats joined the coalition government. A total of 6,260 locally-based low earners have been lifted out of paying tax altogether since 2010.

In addition because Liberal Democrats secured a triplelock guarantee, ensuring that every year the State pension will rise by the highest of inflation, the rise in earnings or 2.5%, then from April 2013 the full state pension will go up by 2.5%.

This is on top of the £5.30 a week rise last April and the £4.50 a week rise in 2010.

Pensioners on the full state pension will now be £650 a year better off than they were under the previous government.

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that Welsh Athletics are hoping to bring to the seafront this spring. The ‘Parkrun Scheme’ will be a free, weekly, 5km timed run open from juniors up to those with more experience. It will take place every Saturday morning from 9am, to start on the lower promenade, 52 weeks of the year. It will be run by a consortium of five clubs, including Porthcawl runners, Pencoed Triathlon, Cornelly Striders, Bridgend AC and Brackla Harriers. The scheme should be up and running in April.

You may have noticed that Danygraig roundabout has been cleared and tidied in recent weeks. This has been carried out under the initiative and with funding from Porthcawl Town Council by workmen from Bridgend CBC. I’m sure you will agree that it has been a job well done.

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local businesses advertising in seaside news will know more than most that the economy still faces tough times and an upturn feels a way off.

But there are some optimistic pointers too. Many firms have not only survived the downturn but have demonstrated strength and resilience by embracing new trends and ways of working.

There’s also no shortage of good applications for the council’s Local Investment Fund which supports capital investment and job creation, while

bcbc support for biker safety card

Bridgend County Borough Council’s road safety team is backing a new initiative aimed at helping motorcyclists in the event of an accident.

The Motorcycle CRASH Card Scheme has been developed by the national Ambulance Motorcycle Club and is being promoted by Road Safety Wales.

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latest employment figures for our borough show 59,800 in employment, a rise of 1,300 over the last five years.

Optimism was certainly a theme when I attended the excellent St David’s Day breakfast seminar hosted by our partners within Bridgend Business Forum. I’m proud of the role BCBC’s Economic Development Unit plays in support of organisations like the BBF and the proactive way we’re trying to grow the economy.

I’m also delighted to report that we’ve teamed up with local businesses and Welsh Government to find new jobs for disabled people who were made redundant when the Remploy factory closed. A number of small, local firms have been able to offer sustainable posts to former Remploy staff. I’m sure readers will welcome this excellent news. couNcilloR MEl Nott

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Councillor Lyn Morgan, BCBC Cabinet Member for Wellbeing and a biking enthusiast, said: “I’m delighted that our road safety team is helping to support Road Safety Wales to promote this fantastic initiative.

“I know from experience that motorcyclists are one of the most vulnerable groups of road users on the road and this simple measure will greatly assist the emergency services in dealing with injuries particularly when casualties cannot respond to questions themselves.”

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deputy’s days regeneration comes in many forms, and it’s fantastic to see how porthcawl has developed a reputation for staging unique events, festivals and celebrations.

There’s no doubt that the likes of the Elvis Festival, Interceltic Festival, Porthcawl Carnival, Jazz Festival, Rockabilly Festival and many more are helping put Porthcawl on the map. How great was it to see so many people travelling to Newton and Nottage to enjoy the St David’s Day Village Fest?

The annual Splash Up is a particular favourite of mine. Last year’s event drew huge crowds, and young people have showcased their talents at a recent ‘mini Splash Up’ by trying out

volunteers of all ages needed for new centre in bridgend Staff and volunteers from Bridge Mentoring Plus Scheme

thanks to nearly half £million from the Big lottery Fund, the Bridge Mentoring plus scheme is looking for volunteers to help run their Family Centre which opens this april in Bridgend town centre.

Open six days a week, the centre will have something to offer people of all ages. The venue boasts a large lounge with a coffee bar, conference and training room and kitchen and bathroom facilities suitable for those with disabilities.

Friendly staff will be at hand to

surf simulators at Porthcawl skatepark and paddle-board racing at Coney Beach.

The Welsh Inter-Clubs surf competition at Rest Bay will offer a taste of what to expect later this year when surfers gather for the World Record Surf attempt and all try to ride the same wave, and the full Splash Up festival is set to return in October. Why not get a head start on your surf fitness training with a new weekly event, the Porthcawl Parkrun?

There’s lots going on in Porthcawl in 2013, and you can find out more at www.bridgendbites.co.uk couNcilloR dAvid sAgE

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Pre-arranged activities will take place during the afternoons and evenings but the mornings will be open to everyone. Young people will also have exclusive use of the centre two evenings a week to meet with their friends and chill.

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Neighbourhood policing: Newton I would just like to say a big hello to all the members of Newton village as I am the new Police Community Support Officer for the area, taking over from Holly Prosser who has now left the Porthcawl area.

Your top priorities • Horses riding on Newton green • Cyclists riding on Newton Nottage Road Horses riding on the Newton Green

Residents are concerned that horses are being ridden on Newton green in the bad weather causing the grass to churn and look untidy.

You Said, We Did The neighbourhood policing team have made numerous patrols in the Newton area. No horses have been seen on the green area but riders who are passing the green and heading towards the beach have been

given suitable advice regarding the way the grass may look after being ridden on in bad weather.

Cyclists riding on Newton Nottage road

Residents are concerned that when cyclists are coming around the corner on the Newton Nottage Road riding the wrong way down the street it is very dangerous for both cyclists and car drivers.

You Said, We Did Regarding this PACT priority, high visibility patrols are being carried out by neighbourhood policing teams during all times of the day and evening. No cyclists have been seen so far but if they are spotted we will give suitable advice that it is an offence and they could be reported for summons.

PCSO Abigail Hughes

Mobile: 07825 262403 Email: Abigail.Hughes@ south-wales.pnn.police.uk Next PACT meeting is on 9th April 2013 at Newton school rooms at 7pm

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trols and have issued suitable advice to parents arriving and leaving the school. One driver has been issued a fixed penalty ticket for parking on the yellow keep clear zigzag lines.

Your top priorities • Speeding – West Road • Parking – West Park School • Cold callers

Cold Callers

Speeding – West Road

You Said, We Did As part of Operation Bently the neighbourhood policing team have been working in conjunction with Trading Standards to obtain residents views and incidents of cold calling in the area. In the past five months over one hundred persons have been spoken to and have all agreed for a no cold call zone to made in the area. Also many cold callers have spoken to and issued suitable advice and intelligence gathering has been collated.

Residents are concerned by the amount of people not adhering to the 30mph speed limit.

You Said, We Did With thanks to Cllr Norah Clarke a 30mph matrix sign and a slow (araf) road marking has been placed on West Road near to the junction of Long Acre Drive. Requests for speed counters have been made to the road traffic management team.

Parking – West Park School

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Residents and parents are concerned by the inconsiderate parking in streets surrounding the school.

You Said, We Did The neighbourhood policing team have made numerous pa-

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through christian eyes the sky’s the limit for kenfig hill cadet

ISCFS Nathan Cooper

early February saw a return to Dundee for isCFs nathan Cooper after poor weather in 2012 cut short his air Cadet pilot scheme Course.

So once again he took the long journey to Tayside Aviation to resume his training. The week started with snow which made way for blue skies.

The week went well and after

nine hours of flying his instructor decided the time had come for Cadet Flt Sgt Cooper to go solo. Nathan climbed aboard the Grub Heron (G115 D2) aircraft for his solo flight. After completing a successful landing he was looking forward to being presented with his pilots wings. He said: "The course and flying solo for the first time was an amazing experience that I will never forget."

Flt Lt Barry C Thomas RAFVR(T), Officer Commanding, said: "Cadet Flight Sergeant Cooper had worked hard to attain this achievement that accumulated in the successful conclusion by him gaining his pilots wings."

'in Christ alone' is one of the favourite modern Christian hymns/songs currently being sung in our churches.

It describes the love of God in providing forgiveness of sin to people through the death of Jesus Christ on the cross, a work affirmed by the resurrection and bringing assurance of eternal salvation: "till he returns or calls me home, here in the power of Christ I'll stand".

It is great for our borough that Stuart Townend the author of 'In Christ Alone' will be appearing in concert at the Porthcawl Pavilion on 17th April. Get tickets if you can and enjoy 'An

We have two groups of vulnerable young people referred to us for weekly training sessions.

We continue to seek partnership work and have had meetings with the youth offending service, social services, and others, in order to promote our service. We’re also teaching private clients both with their own horses, and with our horses.

Services are keen to access our training, however budget presents a problem for some.

We keep our overheads low, and offer our service at an affordable rate. We also seek funding to offer training free of charge.

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Evening with Stuart Townend' as he explains the stories behind some of his songs and then leads us in worship and praise. For further information of this great evening check out (worship.gilgal@gmail.com).

In the past churches have somewhat been divided over the styles of the songs that we sing. It is great to know that those 'worship wars' are largely over. The different musical styles all have their place and in the sovereignty of God meet the needs and touch the spirit of our different human personalities. So whether you love the psalms, the old hymns or the new spiritual songs – God bless you and praise His name!

ing courses. Have fun learning how to negotiate obstacles with a horse on the ground, similar to dog agility. Only £75 for four 1 hour sessions, starting on the first Saturday of every month. Maximum four per group. Any age or experience. Horses provided.

We’d also like to involve young people in community service projects. If you’re in a situation where you’re unable to do work such as gardening, painting etc. and we could help you, please send us an email explaining the work you’d like done, and why you’d like our help.

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Despite advances in technology, Kenfig saw a number of maritime disasters during the 20th century.

Arguably the most notable disaster was the loss of the SS Samtampa and her thirtynine crew members along with the Mumbles lifeboat and her eight man crew.

The disaster occurred on the 23rd April 1947 when 70mph winds drove the 7,218 ton ship on to rocks off Sker. A measure of the storm could be gauged from the fact that, on the same night in Cornwall, the battleship Warspite was also driven on to rocks and wrecked. Furthermore, oil that had spilled from the Samtampa could be found inland, on the windows of houses in Cefn Cribwr.

The Samtampa had been built in the USA and she had been launched on the 12th December 1943 as the SS

Peleg Wadsworth. On the fateful night of her destruction she had set sail from Middlesbrough and was bound for Newport. During the hurricane she dropped anchor in Swansea Bay, but both anchor cables parted.

She drifted and the Mumbles lifeboat, Edward, Prince of Wales, was launched.

The oil spill from the Samtampa created an area of calm water which the lifeboat endeavoured to use to its advantage. Tragically, a large wave capsized the ship on top of the lifeboat and the oil, a potential ally, became an enemy as it claimed the lives of the lifeboat men.

A memorial to the victims of the Samtampa can be found at Nottage cemetery while the men of the Mumbles lifeboat are buried in Oystermouth churchyard.

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dignity in care at RMbi Albert Edward

Mrs Armorel Jones pictured here with her new friend!

We have had a very busy month with a visit from Zoolab who are renowned as the number one provider of animal therapy workshops.

Nick brought a number of animals for our residents to enjoy including rats, scorpions, reptiles and snakes. As you can see our residents were very brave and curious, more so than our staff. The interaction between the residents and the little visitors encourages socialisation, self-esteem and

confidence.

During March we celebrated Comic Relief by holding our own Red Nose Day Fun. Residents and Staff were encouraged to dress in their pyjamas for the day and a special pyjama Olympics was held, with Slipper Tossing and pillow fights. The money has yet to be counted, however we have been well supported in this event.

We are pleased to announce the start of our cinema club with proposed monthly visits to Bridgend Odeon Senior Screen Showings. Special thanks to our residents for such a good suggestion. Our residents are especially looking forward to the new Great Expectations with Helena Bonham-Carter.

If you require more information or a tour of the home please contact the admin team on 01656 785311.

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save Morfa beach We are now advised that the long awaited Welsh Government enquiry into tata steel’s proposal to close

Footpath 92 (longlands lane), which since medieval times has been a right of way to the high water mark, will not happen until around september.

haunted Porthcawl after our last submission we have had a great response from porthcawl and the surrounding areas.

We have been into a few Porthcawl homes and gathered evidence of paranormal activity, we have some interesting pictures and some compelling EVPs. We have also got two new team members who are working out well with the team. We are always looking for more stories and locations to visit and always here to help anyone who is experiencing unexplained activity. Please visit our website www.paranormalinvestigatorscymru.co.uk/ or find us on facebook. We post all our evidence on our website as we find it, we update it as often as we can.

We got several good EVPs from one house of a child calling "mum" and the name "Stuart" came through. We have just completed an investigation

We appreciate the fact that business and industrial interests in the Margam Burrows area have, until now, equally valued the importance of a neighbourly co-existence.

Our photo this month focuses on the surfing community.

Rumour has it that some world famous surfing celebrities have allegedly been ‘approached’ at Morfa by uniformed persons asking them to leave the water.

If true, this is outrageous, and a grave error on the part of the jobsworths and their employers. Surfers are not the

in Maesteg and we will be posting that evidence shortly.

I have posted a barcode for smartphones, you can scan it and it will take you straight to our website. We also are open to people posting their pictures on our Facebook page.

If you think you have captured something paranormal and we will give you our opinion on them. We will also answer your questions and offer help and advice if needed. South Wales has a fantastic past and a long history. Some of which is tragic and bloody, these have left their mark and we endeavor to find it and share what we find.

I would like to add that about 90% of our investigations have come from these articles in the Seaside News. This goes to show what a great publication this is and that the community reads it and uses the information in it. tiM butlER

penniless hippies of out-dated imagination, but a sophisticated interest group with great public relations skills and worldwide reach. Indeed, it is possible to argue that surfing and associated tourist activities will be, in the future, as significant to the UK economy as the steel industry.

Join ‘Save Morfa Beach’ on Facebook, and we would like to see you, if possible, at our monthly meetings at the Twelve Knights, Margam. dR chARlEs sMith

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Simon Williams, the Porthcawl branch’s letting specialist, commented, “We currently have a large number of prospective tenants registered on our mailing list, however the number of rental properties available falls short of this high demand. We have noticed that in most cases this is resulting in vacant properties being let almost as soon as they arrive on the market. With demand for rental property unlikely to slow and potential first time buyers continuing to choose the rental market it is a great time to consider becoming a landlord.”

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BirdWatch: Collared Dove Collared Dove

PHOTO: Derek Moore

An extended breeding season (February to October) allows collared doves to have three to six broods (each of two young) per year.

Males advertise their territory with a display flight consisting of a steep climb, followed by a glide, with a spread tail.

Sleek in appearance they are buff-grey in colour with a black and white collar on the nape and white ring around the eye.

Their call is like the football chant ‘Un-i-ted’. Rare during the 1950s they have become one of Britain’s most familiar garden birds. The Welsh name is turtur dorchog.

They are regular year-round visitors to gardens. The slight decrease in recent years could be due to competition from increasing woodpigeon populations, forcing them elsewhere.

Attract them with grain, seeds, fruit and bread fed from the ground or bird table.

I’m one of two volunteer ambassadors for the British Trust for Ornithology’s (BTO) Garden BirdWatch (GBW) Scheme in South Wales. If you enjoy watching birds in your garden help monitor them with BTO GBW. Contact me for a free enquiry pack or to book a talk.

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Grenade left in museum

When Porthcawl Museum began asking the public for any WW1 memorabilia they might have for next year’s 2014 Centenary Exhibition, they did not expect to be involved in a military incident themselves.

Last Thursday, a gentleman left a grenade and gas mask in the museum but failed to leave his name. On inspection it was noted that the pin was still attached. On informing the police Paul Joseph, Chairperson of the museum, was asked to meet with Sergeant Mike Davies and his colleagues in order to examine the grenade.

Sgt Davies then sent a photo

of the grenade to the MOD in Hereford, asking for advice on how to proceed. It was felt that the grenade was not primed, but to be sure two bomb disposal soldiers would be sent to check the grenade the following day. Sgt Shaw And Corporal Legg arrived and not only pronounced the grenade harmless but confirmed that it was in fact a World War 1 British No 5 Mk 1 Mills Grenade. The grenade will be put on display in April and will form part of next year’s extensive Centenary Exhibition.

Porthcawl Museum would like to thank the police and the armed services for their quick and helpful response.

Should anyone have any World War 1 family stories to tell or memorabilia to loan or donate, please contact Porthcawl Museum at porthcawlmuseum@hotmail.co.uk or 01656 788853. We would love to hear from you.

Paul Joseph

Porthcawl Museum

Image taken by the Herschel telescope of hundreds of stars forming within the Vulpecula constellation

Time's up for infra-red space telescope The European Space Agency (ESA) is about to lose the use of one of its flagship satellites – the billion-euro Herschel infrared telescope, which was launched four years ago.

It is equipped with a 3.5-m mirror – the largest ever flown – and three instruments sensitive to infra-red light.

That technology has allowed Herschel to study large clouds of gas and dust collapse to form new stars, and has helped to trace how galaxies have changed through time.

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absolute zero (-273ºC). The cooling system uses liquid helium, more than 2,000 litres of which were loaded into the telescope at launch. The helium has gradually boiled off during the mission, and it will be gone entirely towards the beginning of this month. Once the detectors start to warm from their ultra-frigid state, they will stop working.

The end, when it happens, will be quite sudden. The satellite will then be put into a slow drift around the Sun. Thousands of pictures have already been deposited in a Herschel archive, which will constitute an important reference source for the future.

Clive Down Bridgend Astronomical Society

Y Cefn Gwyrdd Members of Y Cefn Gwyrdd, Cefn Cribwr’s village society, are preparing themselves for an exciting spring and summer programme of activities and events.

One of the aims of the Gwyrdd is to walk and keep open some of the wonderful footpaths which encircle our village and we intend to install a kissing gate at Bedford Road which will ease access to the footpath which leads to Tai Thorn on the western edge of the village.

However members have been very disappointed by the attempted closure of a length of the centuries old right of

way from Heol Goedog to School Woods and indeed from Cefn Cribwr [formerly part of Tythegston Higher parish] to the village and church of Tythegston along the parish road. This route has been used by generations of Cefn Riders, in the old days on such special occasions as weddings and funerals, and in more modern times for walking on to the woods and on to Llangewydd, gathering hazel nuts, making camps, cutting bean sticks and collecting frogspawn. It is vital that this ancient route through the fields is kept open for ourselves and our children’s children.

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Life with the Porthcawl Lions Despite there having been a Lions Club in Porthcawl for 33 years and members organising and helping at many events in the town, it is surprising how few residents or visitors have ever heard of Porthcawl Lions club.

Porthcawl Lions is one of the thousands Lions Clubs worldwide in practically every country from Alaska to Australia.

Members come from all walks of life and can be any age; Porthcawl’s youngest member was 18 and the oldest members are 80. Their common aim is to raise money for any charity or cause thought to be in need. Mainly these are local, but some third world chari-

Porthcawl Rotary Steps Up Again!

Rotary President, Ken Roberts with Jodie Davies of the Ty Cornel Project

The Rotary Club of Porthcawl has once again made a generous donation to Ty Cornel – one of the club’s local charities.

Ty Cornel, in Porthcawl, is the second of Llamau’s SAFE projects (Supported housing, Advice, Family mediation, Empowerment) - a short-term assessment and supported housing project for homeless 16 and 17 year olds. The charity has been based in the Bridgend/Porthcawl area for ten years now and has provided

ties are also supported. Lions hold a variety of fund raising events, for example Porthcawl members have the book sales in the Seabank, car parking for the Rest car boot sales, the annual May Fayre at All Saint’s (Monday 6th May) and Golf Day at the Grove (Friday 7th June).

This year there is also the Vintage Fair at the Rest (Saturday 1st June) and hopefully quizzes and coffee mornings (Friday 5th April at Trinity).

To organise all this members meet on the first two Tuesdays of each month at the Hi-Tide. To learn more about Porthcawl Lions phone Don on 788583, you could be helping others while enjoying friendly company and a good social calendar.

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ongoing support and accommodation to over 900 young people and their families.

Llamau has been based in South Wales for 25 years and helps socially excluded homeless and potentially homeless young people and vulnerable women.

The word Llamau means steps, progression or threshold in old Welsh, and Llamau’s ultimate aim is to support the people who use their services in making these positive steps.

As a charity, it is in continuous need of donations of bedding, toiletries, food, clothing, furniture etc. Because of this, Porthcawl Rotary Club has stepped up, as in previous years, and donated six toasters, six steam irons and six electric kettles, which will be put to good use by the young people who are being helped by Llamau.

If you feel that you could step up and donate items, please contact Caroline Davies (team leader) on 07966981049.

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Save the Children – Porthcawl Seren Fach café in Well Street, Porthcawl are supporting Save the Children for the month of April.

When you visit the café and enjoy your morning coffee, afternoon tea or perhaps a snack lunch, there will be a chance to buy raffle tickets or give a special donation to this worthy cause.

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I write during Fairtrade Fortnight.

We are modestly involved in that we import into Wales though TFSR some tools which have been made by blacksmiths from the Lake Zone Region of Tanzania such as drawknives, hand trowels and bill hooks, often made from old car leaf springs. Also scrubbing brushes, jewellery and wooden carvings made with tools we have supplied.

Our main emphasis however is on sustainability by providing training as well as tools so

you to find out more about the work Save the Children carry out in Wales, as well as in other countries.

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The committee members are grateful to Seren Fach for supporting Save the Children.

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that garments, furniture and agricultural implements will keep the local economy going.

Consequently we do not send tools which can be made by local craftsmen.

Our first shipments have gone this year to the Sido partnerships in Tanzania and consisted of three carpentry and one mechanics kit.

Thank you for donating tools.

If you are clearing out your shed or garage we are pleased to collect. Tools and haberdashery may also be taken to Sussed shop in Porthcawl, but not sewing machines as we are selective over what sewing machines we require so please telephone.

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Porthcawl Parkinson’s support group Martin & Bessie

in our February meeting of the porthcawl parkinson’s support Group, Councillor norah Clarke spoke of her other role as a puppy walker for the blind.

Porthcawl townswomen's guild our chairman Dee richardson gave everyone a very warm welcome to our 2013 aGM meeting.

It was a lovely sunny day to welcome our start to the 2013 calendar of events.

There was a buzz in the room with excitement as we set up our sales table and the card team had been very busy making Easter cards so everything was looking very cheery.

We had our usual letter from Mansfield Guild and news that one of their members was about to reach her 100th birthday. It was then time to introduce our committee members and change of

Porthcawl u3A alongside March's aGM and the election of a new committee was a super illustrated talk and there were also a study Day in Cardiff, a spring Fayre and all 30 plus interest groups busily meeting.

April offers our first Gwyn Petty Memorial Lecture (David Anderson in Somalia) on 17th.

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Martin Robins and his young dog Bessie accompanied her to the meeting. Norah told us that in the first few months of their lives these young dogs are like babies and need regular feeds every four hours, day and night. The secret is to make the dog obedient and feel loved, but not spoilt. The dog walker’s home must meet certain conditions. To fully train a guide dog is very expensive (approximately £50,000). The blind people also receive training and they may have as three dogs during their lifetime.

The group thanked Norah for an extremely interesting talk.

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officers. We are very fortunate that all our committee wish to stay in office for another year and Dee our chairman is also remaining in situ. Our new president is to be Mrs Ruth Lloyd and she presented the retiring president with flowers.

Our secretary Dorothy Thomas has become vice chairman and Jean Dorrington is now our secretary.

After all the changes were completed Mrs Dorothy Thomas read out the history of Townswomen as we celebrate our 60th birthday this year in Porthcawl Guild.

Our next meeting will be in All Saints Church hall at 2pm on the 10th April and all are welcome. Our speaker will be Judge John Prosser.

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is?' is (is it?) on 10th, a Czech Philharmonic Concert also on 17th, and outings to Aberglasney, the National Botanical Gardens (24th) and to Alan Ayckbourn's Relative Values in Bath on 25th. Again all this is alongside the regular sessions which keep 500 of us busy.

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The president Nina Charlesworth welcomed the members present.

There is a busy time ahead in April for members, with a fashion show and lunch, the link meeting and birthday supper to look forward to.

The speaker for the evening was Mr Steven Jarvis, who came at short notice, he gave a very interesting and amusing talk on 'Those were the Days'. With the help of pictures and adverts he showed how we used to dress

Porthcawl wi the February meeting of porthcawl Wi was held in all saints Church hall.

The President Mary Tashara welcomed everyone. The guest speaker was Mrs Marilyn Tucker who gave an informative talk about the

kenfig wi our monthly meeting on the 4th March took the form of a social evening.

After the formal business had been conducted members participated in a beetle drive. Judging by the shouts and shrieks from the tables everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves, although whether by accident or intention it transpired that each table was playing to their own “adopted” rules.

The winner of the game was Jenny Thomas who received a small prize for her 'skills'.

The evening was rounded off with a welcome drink, Welsh cakes and bara brith provided by the committee.

and the very early types of vacuum cleaners and radios.

The building of one company who produced fizzy drinks in Porth in the Rhondda is now being used as a recording studio. Around the country there are many museums showing different things from the past. Also Mr Jarvis reminded us of some of the early radio and TV programmes.

Next month's meeting is on 11th April when Vernon Edwards will be talking about 'Native American Indians'.

Anyone wishing to join us is very welcome. For further information contact secretary Cynthia on 01656 786128.

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‘Links’ within the WI. This was followed by social time where the members enjoyed getting to know each other.

We meet every 4th Thursday of the month in All Saint’s Church hall, Porthcawl at 2pm. Anyone wishing to join us will be made welcome. cARol AtkiNsoN

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The newly introduced Children and Families Bill stipulates that any person wishing to make an application to the family court must firstly attend a Family Mediation Information and Assessment meeting (a MIAM) to find out about mediation and other forms of non-court based dispute resolution and to consider whether they are relevant to their case.

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A guide to making the most of isAs in 2013 another tax year, another isa allowance.

The Government allows everyone to shelter a certain amount of money from the taxman every year, in accounts known as ISAs. However, although it is as important as ever to ensure you take advantage of this tax perk, savers are faced with a conundrum this year.

For those who have traditionally used deposit savings accounts to facilitate their ISA, the problem is particularly acute. Savings rates on cash ISAs are now so low that the returns are struggling to outpace inflation.

As savings rates are unlikely to

rise for the foreseeable future, more and more people are now looking at investment ISAs to provide them with real returns. Investment ISAs also allow investors to maximise their ISA allowance which will rise to £11,520 in the new tax year. This can be split equally between cash and investment ISAs or 100% can be invested into investment ISAs .

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Meditation Matters Free of charge emotional wellbeing courses as part of the Big lottery funded siaradwn ni – let’s talk programme, accredited courses and activities are starting this april, free of charge for anyone living and/ or working in Bridgend or neath port talbot county boroughs.

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the longest-ever human aspartame study, spanning 22 years, found a clear association between aspartame consumption and non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and leukaemia in men; leukaemia was also associated with diet soda intake in both sexes.

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spring clean what wales means to me Poems written for the eisteddfod by pupils of Afon y Felin Primary School Wales is not just beautiful sunny beaches, with sparkling sand like a thousand diamonds.

Or magnificent beautiful birds gracefully flying like an aeroplane ready to take off.

Or angry Celts killing and fighting like wild bears.

It is more. It is gigantic terrifying dragon hunting fiercely in the deep dark woods.

And steaming Welsh cakes sitting on the counter relaxing like a man on holidays.

It is marvellous magnificent daffodils swaying quietly in the winds breeze like a girl’s hair swaying from side to side.

And supremely skilled rugby players skimming past the crowd like a rocket.

But most of all it is comforting families sitting as the moon and stars come out.

WALES IS MY HOME. chloE MuRPhY Winner of The Chair

Wales is not just nice relaxing beaches sparkling rapidly at sea.

The sand is a golden duvet covering the land.

Or smelly, colossal steelworks stinking up cities horribly on the M4.

Or delicious meadow green lava bread attracting people’s attention as it sits in the cosy shop, It is more, it is soothing lovely seafood catching people’s nostrils perfectly in the piping oven.

And yummy, delightful Welsh cakes, winking on your dish gratefully on the wooden table.

It is cheerful bright schools teaching happy children education, as the sun shines peacefully in space.

And horrid, violent Celts killing invading Romans one by one, as spears are thrown on the battle field.

But most of all, it is amazing, dangerous rugby, injuring bodies greatly as it rains on the muddy field.

Wales is My Home!

heather It’s a glow upon the mountains A soft garment wrapped around The bare and rugged hillsides Covering for the barren ground For from tiny seeds, that springing Up in cracks and fissures there Grows a carpet, strong, resilient O’er a land that once was bare Heather, name so aptly chosen, You are like that garment, given To spread warmth and love and caring Skill and strength – a gift from heaven You too, strong when hardship faces Clinging on when all seems dry Still spread love to farthest places And here to us, from God on high PAuliNE lEwis Porthcawl

Spring fever hits me Now the weathers fine To hang the laundry In the fresh air For the very first time Oh! To see that washing Blowing on the line To leave my front door open And the windows open wide Now the big clear out And the car boot sale To tackle the loft What to throw what to keep Don’t forget the garage And the cupboard under the stairs Then pile it all up in a heap The garden gets a makeover too With the smell of freshly cut grass I can’t wait to prune, dig, plant and train Even in the very fine rain Now wasn’t that fun A job really well done Spring cleaning fills you with a Wonderful feeling of satisfaction Until you do the same thing All over again next year! suE wAtERs Porthcawl

the ballad of old Man Popmaster

Wales is not just bright, wonderful daffodils kissing your legs gracefully in the meadow.

Or lovely, yummy Welsh cakes looking tasty in the bakery, as round as a target board.

Or fluffy, gentle sheep bouncing happily in the field.

It is more, it is wide, tall hills, standing tenderly in the sunset.

And the blood red fierce dragon crucially hunting in the deep dark forest.

It is delightful helpful farms, smelling revoltingly in the countryside.

And green straight leeks shaped like a tree, worn on St. David’s Day. But most of all it is my helpful, sensible parents helping me happily.

Wales is my home.

Here is a ballad of a man we all knew who sporadically appeared from out of the blue and gave us joy and erased our sorrow and kept us guessing if he'd pop up tomorrow.

Spreading all of his musical zeal whilst riding along in his granny-mobile.

From the moment you'd hear his song start to play you'd know it was him from an hour away.

Playing Queen and ABBA and Duran Duran everyone gawped at this DJ like man who'd smile and wave as he rode through the streets and would stop for a photo for the people he'd meet.

But has he gone? I hear you all ask To come back and uplift us, is that such a task?

But perhaps he's rode on to some other town to spread joyous music and destroy every frown.

Maybe somewhere quite close or way overseas he has trailed miles and miles for more listeners to please.

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A big thank you to them and a big thank you for taking part to Molly Jones and Abigail Williams of Porthcawl Primary School, Luca Susanna nad Olivia Provstgaard of St. Clare’s School and Chloe Wyatt and Rachel Appleton of West Park Primary School.

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stag’s world of rock

and Maesteg. From 1980 to 1990 he and his then wife Jenny kept The Queens Hotel Firstly in Porthcawl and it was one of i must the first pubs, along with the wish legendary Knight’s Arms, to the best have regular live music. It kickof luck started a lot of local music for the careers for bands like 'Black Ice', future to 'Three Go Sailing', 'Kismet' and landlords solo act 'Daley B'. Glyn is sadly The late Glyn Griffiths and Mike and missed but well remembered daughter Louise Debbie by all of his friends, family and of the seagull, rest Bay, who daughter Louise. are leaving, and thanks for Punk band 'Blister' are back supporting live music! gigging again and were on top It will be two years on 14th form recently, so my spies tell April since another one of our me, and a few more bands most popular landlords, Glyn worth catching are 'Lounge Griffiths of The Walnut Tree, Lizards', 'Juke Box', 'The JourKenfig Hill, passed away. Glyn neymen' and 'Brother Steve'. was a larger-than-life character Keep the calls coming on your who, as a young man, played news. first class rugby for Bridgend stAg 07979 971127

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Art in Focus this month i would like to bring to your attention an exquisite exhibition devoted to the works of JMW turner (1775-1851), perhaps Britain’s most enduring and popular artist, whose influence on the impressionists and modern art has been prolific.

For the first time ever, at the National Museum of Wales in Cardiff, seven oil paintings

by Turner are being displayed together, but only until 20th May. Until recently, the museum could claim to have only four Turner oils in the collection.

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the BBC’s ‘Fake or Fortune’ programme, it has been concluded that all seven are authentic Turner oil paintings.

You can get a chance to see these paintings displayed alongside some beautiful water colours and display cabinets that show Turner’s use of colour and the processes that were used in order to authenticate these gorgeous paintings.

Once again it highlights the amazing taste of the Davies sisters and their eye for quality.

They both believed these were genuine and now over fifty years later the experts also agree.

Daily tours at the National Museum of Wales in Cardiff free to the public: 12.30pm.

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children’s choir joins cor bro ogwr for spring concert Baglan primary school Choir will be joining Co Bro ogwr for their april concert in all saints Church, porthcawl, on saturday 20th april at 7.30pm, bringing their fresh and youthful voices to blend in with the more ‘mature’ tones of Cor Bro ogwr.

The two choirs will be performing together for the first half, singing John Rutter’s “Mass of the Children” with soprano and baritone soloists and orchestra. The second half will consist of a number of well known Welsh and Celtic songs,

some of which have been newly arranged by the choir’s conductor, Edward-Rhys Harry, to take on the choir’s tour of the USA in May. More news about that next month!

Baglan Primary School choir is no stranger to the big stage.

The choir has sung twice with the BBC Orchestral Chorus of Wales, taken part in the Port Talbot production of ‘The Passion’ with Michael Sheen in 2011, and performed many fundraising concerts for charity.

It promises to be a delightful evening.

Tickets for 20th April from the secretary on 01656 784180 or at the door. doMiNiquE sPEAREY

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Landscape and Abstract. The winner was the person with the highest combined mark for all four images.

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Second place went to John Corcoran with 'Robin', 'Not another Castle', 'Early Morning Start' and 'Drip, Drip, Drip'.

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Bridgend Male Choir - Majestic Male Voice Choir Festival 2013 On 16th February, Bridgend Male Choir sang in a choral competition in Torquay.

The other choirs were: Maesteg Gleemen, Risca Male Choir, Shifnal & District Male Choir, and Warrington Male Voice Choir. The standard was particularly high and the judges certainly earned their corn. The variety of music was especially striking and included popsongs, classic Welsh items and religious pieces Risca Male Choir sang five items in five different languages and deserved the first prize.

Bridgend Male Choir came a very close second being praised

for their well constructed and balanced programme. The adjudicators thought Bridgend sang with great sensitivity and vitality, the performance being full of really excellent moments.

Bridgend Musical Director, Rhiannon Williams-Hale, was delighted: “This was a very encouraging result given the first class opposition. I was thrilled by the way the choristers and our evening’s excellent accompanist, Stephanie Bailey, approached all aspects of their task, achieving a superb standard of performance and this after only 10 months with a new music team.” Rhiannon and all associated with the choir look forward to many other exciting years together.

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Supermarket sweep for local band The Blims Local band the Blims are celebrating signing a deal that puts their new album for sale in Tesco and Asda stores across Wales.

The album features their hit song 'Sidesteps & Sideburns' that reached number 1 in the iTunes rock charts and had 170,000+ YouTube hits following Wales’ Rugby Grand Slam success last year.

Band member Mark Jenkins said: “We’re thrilled to be selling our music through major retailers and it’s given our profile a huge boost. Sales are going well so far, we’re taking lots of bookings and looking

Acoustic Club Da Vinci’s Demons Margam Country Park hits the international mall screen in April as the backdrop to new sci-fi TV show Da Vinci’s Demons.

The series was created by David S. Goyer of Dark Knight Trilogy fame, who gives a supernatural twist to the story of Leonardo Da Vinci.

Whilst the Da Vinci depicted in the history books was renowned for his works of art and inventions that included the tank, diving suit, solar power and more, Da Vinci’s Demons depicts a 25 year old Leonardo who is on the cusp of greatness, with intellect and talents that are almost superhuman.

In the series, Da Vinci struggles

to live within the confines of his own reality and time, tortured by his unsurpassed intellect. He begins not only to see the future, but to invent it.

Tonto Films produced the series at the former Visteon factory on Fabian Way. The site has been rapidly transformed over the last year, to become one of the largest production facilities in Europe. Margam Park has played a major role in the filming of the series too, with the castle being transformed to recreate 15th century Italy.

The first episode screening in the UK is on Friday 19th April, 10pm on FOX, so keep your eyes peeled for our local landmark!

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After a fabulous night on 14th February, featuring a guest appearance from Huw Chidgey, followed by the Blue Rhondda, we sold out for the first time.

Huw did not disappoint by playing one traditional tunes on his guitar accompanied by his soulful toneful voice. Blue Rhondda really hit it off despite Paul's bad back and played us their originals from their album with a view of their own takes on covers of 'All Along the Watchtower' and 'Alright Now', ending in a standing ovation and encore. Thanks to all who came.

Our next date is Thursday 11th April with Afternoon in Paris, who are from the Gower.

They base their music on the Hot Club of France, strongly influenced by Django Reinhardt, and Benny Goodman. Latin rhythms, French songs, music

forward to touring Wales this year to promote it further.”

Frontman Martin Dann said: “The album is called ‘Love Letters’, featuring our new song ‘Love Letter to Wales’, which is about how lucky we are to live in a beautiful country with such great people. We had great fun travelling around our favourite parts of Wales filming the video. Check out the video and see if you can recognise our top spots!”

The album is on ‘Music Wales’ stands in stores nationwide.

The Blims will be live on stage at Bryntirion FC on 27th April.

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to tap your feet along to.

They will have a guest appearance by Lee Dai Jones http:// leedaijones.com who is born and bred in Wales is a multi instrumentalist (guitar – electric/ acoustic/dadgad/slide, and has had number of appearances around London and other cities.

He is currently working on his next project which is a totally new and revamped style of acoustic-urban-folk. He is now embarking on a mini radio tour (massively supported

by Radio Cardiff, Ujima FM, Newport City FM, and London’s Switch106radio, VOA to mention among others).

Get your tickets soon, by ringing the Box Office on 01656 815995, on line, or check out our Facebook page @ The Acoustic Club, The Grand Pavilion Porthcawl, as we don't want to disappoint if we sell out.

Thanks for all your support.

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Hall, Merthyr Mawr Rd, Bridgend, Please contact Alan Davies, British 7.30pm. Disabled access. Contact: Wheel of Yoga teacher, on 01639 888705 info@bridgendcameraclub.co.uk • INDOOR 5-A-SIDE FOOTBALL • BRIDGEND WARRIORS LEAGUE, MAESTEG @ Maesteg KICKBOXING CLUB, Comprehensive 6–9pm. Boys 13–15 BRIDGEND Above Codys, The years. Call Phil on 07535 254290 or Dunraven Arms Hotel, Bridgend. email philipnmorgan@sky.com Beginners: 6.30–8pm, graded • JOY OF LIVING Classes in members: 7.30–9pm (times overlap). mindfulness meditation. Learn to calm kkaw_copp@hotmail.com the mind and open the heart. Every 1st • BRIDGEND U3A, BRIDGEND and 3rd Monday of the month at Friends Every 3rd Monday @ The Mission for Meeting House, 87 Park St, Bridgend, the Deaf, Coychurch Rd, Bridgend, 2pm.

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Cribwr. Juniors Training: 6.30–7.30pm; www.dancecentre-bridgend.com Seniors 6.30–8.30pm. First lesson • CHILDREN’S SWIMMING free. Juniors £2.50, Seniors £3.00.

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Contact Anne: 07748 472481, email: Also on Thursdays swimschoolwales@yahoo.co.uk • MENTAL HEALTH WELLBEING • COMEDY IMPRO CLUB £15 per GROUP @ Sarn Life Centre, term. Grand Pavilion, Porthcawl. For 6.30–7.30pm. Experienced mental more info or to book a place, call Tracy health issues? No referral needed, all are on (01656) 815995 welcome, just to pop along and have a • CREATIVE STITCHING, CEFN cuppa in a relaxed and informal setting.

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BCLC Cefn Cribwr www.mybclc.org/ 01656 745655. Age 4–9. £2 inc. tuck shop, drink, craft • MONKEY MUSIC FOR BABIES & TODDLERS, BRIDGEND Award winning music classes for babies and toddlers aged 3 months to 4 years. New after school class 4pm. Term time only @ St Marys RC Church Hall, Ewenny Road, Bridgend. Contact Emma to book a complimentary session: 01656 649190, emma.loyns@monkeymusic.co.uk, www.monkeymusic.co.uk • OVER 50s KEEP-FIT, BRACKLA Brackla Community Centre. 10.30– 11.30am. Call Pat on 01656 785148 • PENCOED & DISTRICT CHORAL SOCIETY, PENCOED @ Salem Chapel Vestry, Coychurch Road, Pencoed, 7.30–9.30pm. Mixed voices, new members welcome. Contact Helen: 01656 861481 • PORTHCAWL CHORAL SOCIETY PRACTICE @ Trinity Church 7.15–9.15pm. Mixed voice choir.

New members welcome. 01656 784211 • PORTHCAWL DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB @ The Rest Hotel, 7pm. Contact Tricia: 01656 785794 • PORTHCAWL SHOTOKAN KARATE CLUB 5–7pm, Awel-y-Mor, Porthcawl. Beginners & training for Graded Martial Arts students of all ages (grading every 3 months). Christian Whale (5th Dan): 07784 317151.

Facebook: Porthcawl Shotokan Karate • PRAM FITNESS, BRIDGEND 1.30–2.30PM @ the Loft Cafe, Broadlands. Specialist outdoor postnatal exercise class for mums whilst baby enjoys a ride in their pram. Contact Sarah on 07917 276788. Email sarahdowson@sky.com • ROCK MONDAY 7–9pm. BCLC Cefn Cribwr www.mybclc.org/ 01656 745655.

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• SNAC - SPECIAL NEEDS ACTIVITY CLUB, MARGAM Adult Social Night 6.30–9pm £4. Call Cheryl 01639 899666 • TAI CHI FOR HEALTH, PORTHCAWL @ Awel Y Mor Centre, Porthcawl. 10am. Beginners welcome. www.cobwebs.uk.net/suntaiji • TANG SOO DO, PYLE & DISTRICT (Korean self defence). No training fee for 1st month. 5–6.30pm mixed class (also Fridays). Upstairs in Pyle Life Center contact Kyo Sa Nim Gareth Powell on 01656 659592/ 07884 295499/gareth.powell@tangsoodo. co.uk • TRINITY ART GROUP @Trinity Church, Porthcawl, 7pm. Beginners & experienced artists, 14+. Wide range of media, subjects and approaches. Also on Fridays, 1–4.30pm. Jean: 01656 783017 • YOGA CLASSES, PORTHCAWL With Carol Curtis Jones. British Wheel of Yoga teacher. Trinity Church, Porthcawl 1–3pm and Awel-y-Mor, 7.15–9pm.

Beginners welcome. 01656 773266 • ZUMBA @ Labour Club, Bryntirion.

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Everyone welcome, for further details contact Diane Ryan 07773 912728 or www.zumba.com • ZUMBA FITNESS CLASS @ 10.30 am at Gilgal Hall, Woodland Avenue, Porthcawl with Nikki, qualified Fitness and Zumba Instructor, insured and CRB checked. £3.50 per class. Please wear trainers and prepare to sweat! All abilities welcome

tuesday • 1ST CORNELLY SCOUT GROUP @ Willow Beaver Colony. Ages 6–8, 4.30–5:45pm. Cub Scout Pack. Ages 8–10, 6–8pm. Cornelly Scout & Guide Hall, Meadow Street, North Corrnelly.

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07708 964032, info@forcesfi tness.co.uk • PACK WALKS FOR YOU AND YOUR DOG @ 1.45pm, Kenfig Nature Reserve. Approx an hours walk. Meet outside the visitors centre. Free for all with friendly dogs. Great for socialising your dog and free dog advice given. For more information contact Claire from Bark & Ride on 07792 980366 • PENYBONT LADIES CHOIR, BRIDGEND @ Bryntirion Community Centre, Bridgend, 5–7pm.

New members welcome. Joan: 01656 740840 • POEMS AND PINTS, PORTHCAWL 7.30pm, every 3rd Tuesday: Lorelei Inn, Esplanade Avenue, Porthcawl. All those with an active interest in poetry welcome. poemspints. webs.com • PORTHCAWL GYMNASTICS CLUB (TERM TIME ONLY) Girls and boys gymnastics classes, from 3+ years @ Porthcawl Comprehensive School, Park Avenue. Classes from 4.45–7.15pm, please call for details. Tel: 07971 476738 • PORTHCAWL MALE CHOIR PRACTICE 7.30–9.30pm @ Presbyterian Church, Arlington Road, new members needed. Contact Mike Watkins on 07729 691496. Also on Fridays • PORTHCAWL SEA CADETS 7–9.30pm, in the Sea Cadet Building next to the harbour. Ages 10–18 and any adults looking to become instructors.

Lots of fun and activities for all. Come and see what we are all about. Contact Rachel on 07545 246091 or email Porthcawlscc@hotmail.co.uk Also on Fridays • PYLE & CORNELLY KYOKUSHIN KARATE 7pm– 8.30pm. Main Hall, Pyle Life Centre, Helig Fan, Pyle. Karate, Fitness, Self Defence. Contact Shihan Paul Greenway 5th Dan, paul.greenway@tiscali.co.uk Also on Thursdays • ST JOHN (CYMRU) WALES Come and learn about First Aid. Cadets and Badgers (ages 5–10 years) meet in Trinity Church on Tuesdays 6–7.30pm.

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• FRENCH & SPANISH CLUBS FOR CHILDREN, BRIDGEND Aged 4–11 years. A fun program all in French and Spanish. alicastanera@ googlemail.com or 07533 597229 • GROUNDWORK ACTIVE PLAY SESSIONS Ages 8-12 @ Newton Park.

4–6pm. A supervised 2 hour activity session with trained Groundwork staff and PCSO Holly. Sports, arts and crafts, and general outdoor activities. Activities are led by the children that attend.

• GYMTOTS, KENFIG HILL 2–5yrs @ Cynffig Sports hall. Contact: Debbie 07890 582636 • HATHA YOGA CLASS @ the YMCA on John Street, Porthcawl. Mixed ability class, so all levels welcome. 10– 11.30am. For more info contact Michele 07793 544 956 email: mail@ michelelambertyoga.co.uk www. michelelambertyoga.co.uk • KICKBOXING CLASSES: BEGINNERS ONLY, BRIDGEND @ Jeff’s Kickboxing Gym, Dunraven Arms. 6.30–8pm • KETTLE BELL CLASSES @ Cynffig Comprehensive. 5.15–6.15pm.

All over body workout. Interested? please contact Debbie on 07779 709814.

Also on a Thursday, 5.45–6.45pm • KOREAN KARATE, PORTHCAWL TANG SOO DO @ All Saints Church hall, Victoria Avenue, Porthcawl. Martial arts for the whole family. Tiger Tots: 4–6yrs: 6–6.30pm; Dragons: 7–12 yrs 6.30–7.30pm; Adults: 13yrs+: 7.30–8.30pm. Tel 07788 482450 e-mail: porthcawltsd@btinternet.com.

Web: www.ttfuk.co.uk Also on Fridays • LINE DANCING FOR ALL @ Newton Institute, Porthcawl. 7pm–9.30 pm, £3.50. Everyone welcome – beginners to enthusiasts. Come and learn some great dances and get fi t at the same time.

• LADIES ONLY FITNESS SESSIONS, SOUTH CORNELLY @ 2tone fi tness, South Cornelly Trading estate. 8–9pm. Call Jo on 07730 676664 or 01656 670064 • LIBRARY READERS’ GROUPS @ Pencoed Library, every 2nd Tuesday of the month, 10am. Tel: 01656 754840 www.bridgend.gov.uk/libraries, Also @ Aberkenfig Library – every 1st Tuesday of the month,11.30am. 01656 754820, abkenlib@bridgend.gov.uk.

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See the website for more details: www. bridgendhomeeducators.org • BRIDGEND RAMBLERS A bi-weekly programme of walks between 7m and 10m. Meet at Pyle Swimming Pool, we’re gone by 9am. See www. bridgendramblers.co.uk for programme • CHESS CLUB, BRIDGEND @ the function room, West House public house, West House, Cefn Glas, Bridgend. All beginners & experienced players welcome. 7–10 30pm. Contact: kearn7@aol.com • CHILDREN’S STORYTIME, PYLE @ Pyle Life Centre from 2.15–2.45pm. FREE. Tel: 01656 754850 email: pylelib@bridgend.gov.uk • COMMUNITY TAI CHI EXERCISE TO MUSIC, BRIDGEND Coity Higher Community Centre, Heol West Plas, Litchard.

10.15am. New beginners class. For details ring 01656 784991 • CORNELLY LUNCHEON CLUB @ Cornelly Community Centre, 12.30pm. All welcome for good home cooked food, set meal £3.50 (main meal/pudding and t/coffee). Great company great food! Also on a Thursday • CYLCH TI & FI (BILINGUAL MOTHER & TODDLER GROUP), PORTHCAWL Ti a Fi Tabernacle, Neuadd Eglwys Tabernacle Church Hall, Elder Lane, Bridgend, 12.45 –2.15pm.

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01656 754840 www.bridgend.gov.uk/ libraries • STREET DANCE FOR ADULT IMPROVERS, BRIDGEND 8pm @ The Dance Centre/Labour Club Bryntirion, Tel: 01656 652165 • Porthcawl Music Society (CLASSICAL) Every 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month at 2pm at the Brentwood Hotel, Porthcawl. New members welcome. Secretary, Jean Ball: 01656 782917 • SING AND SIGN, BABY SIGN LANGUAGE & MUSIC CLASS @ Awel-y-Mor Community Centre, Porthcawl, CF36 5TN. Stage 1: 9.45–10.45am. Stage 2: 11am–12.00pm.

For more information or to book please contact Beverley on 07583 087157 or email beverleythomas@singandsign. co.uk www.singandsign.co.uk • SLIMMING WORLD BLBC, Cefn Cribwr @7.30pm. Tel Bev: 07912172674 • Storytime for children, Pyle @ Pyle Life Centre. 2.15pm.

Tel: 01656 754850, pylelib@bridgend. gov.uk • TABERNACL MUSIC SOCIETY CHOIR PRACTICE, BRIDGEND @ Tabernacl Chapel, Derwen Road, Bridgend. 7–8.45pm. Mixed Voice. New members welcome. Tel: 07974 765578 • TAI BO KICK AEROBICS, PYLE @ Pyle Life Centre. 7.15–8.15pm. Male & female, all ages welcome! Kids Tae Kwon Do 6.15–7pm. Instructor Sarah Panes, Qualified Tai Bo & 2nd Degree Black Belt ITF TKD Instructor. Contact: 01656 743478 or 07773 041339 • Tuesday Club Work with a range of artists throughout the year. Older people: 1–3pm; Kids (8–12 years): 4–5.30pm. £3 per session. Grand Pavilion, 01656 815995 • TUMBLE TOTS, Coychurch @ Williams Memorial Hall. Ages 6

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players with years of experience. Also on Sundays from 4pm and Fridays from 2.30pm. All welcome. Call Derrick on 01656 784149 • BRIDGEND INVOLVEMENT GROUP ‘Peer support in recovery’.

1–3pm @ ARC, Quarella Road, Bridgend.

Service user led group, providing support and information for people affected by drug and alcohol and their families. Contact Linda: 1656 763117 (Mondays only), abm.bigbridgend@ wales.nhs.uk • BRIDGEND COUNTY SHOW MEETINGS @ Bridgend Festivals Office, Cambria House, Wyndham St. 1st Wed of the month at 6.30pm. Tel: 01656 661338 www.bridgend-events.co.uk • 1st Cornelly Scout group • BRIDGEND PARKINSONS GROUP Every 2nd Wednesday @ Llys Silverbirch Beaver Colony. Ages 6–8, Faen Community Hall, Quarella Road.

4.30–5.45pm. Cornelly Scout & Guide Tel: 01656 720791 Hall, Meadow Street, North Corrnelly.

• Bridgend Youth Theatre Contact Rob on F700pff@aol.com or Workshops Junior & Youth 01656 746564 Theatre Workshops (5–25). Grand • 1ST PORTHCAWL SCOUT Pavilion, Porthcawl. Wednesdays, GROUP Cubs (8–10½yrs) Saturdays & Sundays during term-time.

5.30–7.15pm. Woodland Hall, Woodland Backstage and design tuition, as well as Ave. Meirion: 01656 784711 performing experiences. Pre-booking • ADRAN YR URDD, PORTHCAWL @ Tabernacl New Hall, essential for all classes. 01656 815995.

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MEMBERS! For your entertainment Disabled access. 01656 784100 bingo is held at the club at 7.30pm.

• CIVIL SERVICE CLUB Every 3rd Guests are welcome Wednesday of the month at All Saints • BADMINTON COACHING, Church Hall, Victoria Ave, Porthcawl, KENFIG HILL @ Cynffig Sports 2pm. Activities, talks, outings, meals out, Hall. 6–7pm, 7–11yrs. £1.50. Call Debbie etc. All welcome. More info: Alf, 01656 07890 582636 782433 or Elaine, 01656 784271 • BALLROOM & LATIN Beginners & improvers 7–9pm @ The Dance Centre, • CEFN CRIBWR MOTHER, BABIES & TODDLERS @ Cefn Bridgend. 01656 652165 Cribwr Community Hall 10–11.30am. www.dancecentre-bridgend.com £1.50 per child. Newborns+. 07787 • BODY TONING - PILATES 578295 (mat required) Use of weights and resistance bands optional. 9.45–10.45am • COR BRO OGWR, BRIDGEND Mixed choir @ Tabernacl Church, Awel y Mor Community Centre, Derwen Road, Bridgend. 7–9pm. All Porthcawl. welcome. 01656 784180. www.Cor-Bro• BOOGIE BEAT MUSIC & Ogwr.com MOVEMENT Classes for up to age • CORNELLY & KENFIG HILL 5yrs. 2–2.45pm @ Pencoed Pavillion PUMAS FOOTBALL CLUB @ (next to swimming pool). To book a free Cynffig Comprehensive School Girls trial contact Nicky on 07789 688447 Gym. 5–6pm. Ages 5–7yrs. Boys & Girls nickygreenway@boogiebeat.co.uk welcome. Contact Mark for details: www.boogiebeat.co.uk 07929 969259/ nmedewar@aol.com • BOWLS, PORTHCAWL @ Griffin www.siobhangrice.com Park, from 4pm. From beginners to months to 3 years. www.tumbletots. com/cardiff-south or 01446 500526 (times vary according to age) • WELSH LANGUAGE GROUP, ABERKENFIG @ Aberkenfig Library. Every 1st Tuesday of the month at 11.30am (no meetings in August).

Tel: 01656 754820 email: abkenlib@ bridgend.gov.uk • Yoga Classes, Porthcawl with Carol Curtis-Jones, British Wheel of Yoga teacher. At Unitarian Chapel, Nottage: 1–2.30pm and 7.15–9pm.

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Contact 01792 462845 or just drop in • DISCOVERY TOTS Baby Play, 10am @ Williams Memorial Hall, Coychurch. £4 pay as you go. (multi sensory play for ages 6 wks to 2 yrs).

Baby Massage Courses and Alpha Bugs classes also available. Contact Helen: 01656 818727 / 07795 150602 / info@discoverytots.co.uk / www. discoverytots.co.uk Classes Thursday @ Bijou, Cowbridge too (free play included) • HATHA YOGA, BRACKLA All levels welcome. 8–9.30pm @ Brackla sports centre, Bramble way, Brackla CF31 2PQ. Contact Michele: 07793 544 956, michelelambert 21@hotmail.com www.michelelambertyoga.co.uk • HATHA YOGA CLASSES, PYLE 6.30pm @ The Life Centre. All levels welcome. Contact Alan Davies, British Wheel of Yoga Teacher, on 01639 888705 • Judokwai, Bridgend @ Cefn Glas, Bridgend, 07530 700243 (Andrew).

Juniors (6–15 yrs) 7–8pm. Seniors (16+) 8.30–10pm • KYOKUSHIN KARATE CLUB, BRIDGEND @ The Deaf Club, Tremains Road, Bridgend. Also, Fridays @ The Scouts Hall, Cefn Glass, Bridgend and Sundays @ Nantymoel Memorial Hall, Ogmore Vale. All classes 7.30pm.

Everyone welcome. Children must be over 8 years old. First lesson free. Call Jason: 07779 113273 • LEGS, BUMS & TUMS FITNESS CLASS 9.45 am at Awel Y Mor Community Centre, Wellfield Ave, Porthcawl. Mat required (resistance band and small hand weights optional).

Tone up those areas and burn fat. Good for posture and core strength. £3.50 all fitness levels welcome. Qualified Fitness Instructor Hannah Bowen 07886 487853 • JUNIOR & YOUTH THEATRE WORKSHOPS, PORTHCAWL (5–25) During school term-time. Also Saturdays and Sundays. More info: 01656 815995 or pavilion@bridgend. gov.uk • Kettle Bell Classes @ Cynffig Comprehensive School’s main hall. 6–6.45pm. Call Debbie: 07779 709814 • LIBRARY READERS’ GROUP,

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Tel: 01656 754845 www.bridgend.gov. uk/libraries • LINE DANCING, BRACKLA Brackla Community Centre 10.30–12.

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• LUNCHEON CLUB @ Gilgal Baptist Church, Park Avenue. Lunch served at 12.15pm but come along any time from 11am for a coffee and a chat. Contact Margaret: 01656 772115 • MONKEY MUSIC FOR BABIES & TODDLERS, BRIDGEND Term time only at Trinity Church, Porthcawl.

Aged 3 months to 4 years. Contact Emma to book a free trial (01656) 649190. www.monkeymusic.co.uk • NEWTON WI, PORTHCAWL 7pm, 1st Wed of every month at Gilgal Church Hall, Woodlands Ave, Porthcawl.

Call Pearl on 01656 772657 • PARENT/CARER & CHILD GET CREATIVE Cost £4 @ 10am-11am.

Create, play, chat, relax, and enjoy together. Make space to reawaken yourself. Email: freshstart.grice@gmail. com Call: 07866 277560 www.siobhangrice.com • PIPSW BREASTFEEDING GROUP @ the function room, The Haywain, Brackla, Bridgend, 10-12. All pregnant and breastfeeding mums welcome. No charge. Also at The Dance Centre, Elm Crescent, Bryntirion, Bridgend on Fridays • PORTHCAWL ART SOCIETY Interested in art? Join us at the Old Police Station, John Street Porthcawl, 1.30–3.30pm. Also on Thursdays, 7–9pm. Lydia: 01656 767611 • PORTHCAWL FLORAL ARRANGEMENT SOCIETY Interested in becoming a flower arranger? Alternate Wednesdays at AwelMor Centre, Porthcawl. Doors open at 6.30pm. Tel: 01656 785388 • PORTHCAWL RUNNING CLUB Meeting at the Porthcawl Rugby Club at 6.30pm. Large beginners group. Further information email: porthcawlrunners@ hotmail.co.uk. Also on Fridays • QUIZ NIGHT @ Kenfig Hill Labour Club. 8pm • READING GROUP @ Coed Parc, Park St, Bridgend. Every 3rd Wed of the month, 1.30pm (no meeting in August).

01656 754810, coedparclib@bridgend. gov.uk

• ROYAL BRITISH LEGION, PORTHCAWL The Porthcawl Branch meets every 3rd Wednesday of the month at the Salthouse on the Square at 7.30pm. All welcome even if you are not ex-forces • SLIMMING WORLD, PORTHCAWL @ Trinity Church.

9.30am–11am. Call Gaynor 01656 788763 • TABLE TOP SALE @ Griffin Park Community Centre, 10am–2pm. Coffee, tea and snacks available. Traders and crafters welcome. Phone 01656 772534 for bookings and further information • TAI CHI CLASS Traditional Sun Style Taijiquan. Newton Institute. 10–11am.

Other classes held throughout the Borough. Instructor G Lake, email: Caringspirit15@yahoo.co.uk • YOGA CLASSES, PORTHCAWL with Carol Curtis-Jones, British Wheel of Yoga teacher. At Unitarian Chapel, Nottage: 7.15–9pm. Beginners welcome.

Tel. 01656 773266 • ZUMBA @ Bryntirion Comp School 6–7pm. £3.50 per class. Bring a bottle of water. All abilities welcome. No need to be a dancer, just feel the beat and move your feet. Qualified instructor for 15 years, teaching Zumba for 3 years. Info: Diane 07773 912728 • ZUMBA WORKOUT @ 7.45 pm at the Glamorgan Holiday Home, Pothcawl with Nikki, Qualified Fitness and Zumba Instructor. Insured and CRB checked. £3.50 per class. Please wear trainers and prepare to sweat!

thursday • 1ST CORNELLY SCOUT GROUP Scout Troop. Ages 10–14, 7–9pm @ Cornelly Scout & Guide Hall, Meadow Street, North Corrnelly. Contact Rob on F700pff@aol.com or 01656 746564 • 1ST PORTHCAWL SCOUT GROUP BEAVER COLONY 6–8yrs. 5.15–6.30pm @ Woodland Hall, Woodland, Avenue, Porthcawl. Meirion 784711; davidmann.lewis@virgin.net • AEROBICS CLASS, BRYNTIRION @ the Dance Studio, Mount Pleasant, Bryntirion (next to the community Centre) 6.15–7.15pm. Call Debbie 07779 709814 • ARCHAEOLOGY CYMRU BRIDGEND 2pm at the Hope Baptist Church, Station Hill, Bridgend CF31 1EA.

We will examine reconstructing the landscape in the past around Glamorgan, and further a field. Archaeologists' reconstruct the landscape around locations such as Bridgend, to understand the lives of our ancestors, why not come along and see how it's done. Open to anyone with a passion for archaeology. For further details contact Archaeology Cymru at: 07751 255725, or email: karljlangford@hotmail.com • ASPERGER'S SYNDROME SUPPORT GROUP by Spectrum, a charitable organisation set up to provide information and support to adults with Asperger`s Syndrome. At the YMCA in Porthcawl, 11.30–2.30 on the 1st floor.

For details call Susan 01656 772534 • BINGO & SOCIAL AFTERNOON, PORTHCAWL @ Awel-y-Mor Centre, 1.45–4pm. All welcome.

• BREASTFEEDING GROUP, PORTHCAWL @ the YMCA, John Stree, Porthcawl, 10–12, only in term time. Claire and Carol: 07973 898219 • BRIDGEND CARERS, PORTHCAWL 1st Thurs of every month, 10am–1pm, Trinity Church, John Street. Advice and information for carers.

More info: 01656 658479 • BRIDGEND FESTIVALS COMMITTEE @ Bridgend Festivals Office, Cambria House, Wyndham Street, Bridgend. 1st Thursday of the month at 10am. For more info: 01656 661338; e-mail: king-barry@btconnect.com www.bridgend-events.co.uk • BRIDGEND PHILATELIC SOCIETY, BRIDGEND 2nd & 4th Thursday each month @ the Gospel Hall, Oddfellows St, 7.30–9.30pm. Tel: 01656 653753 • BRIDGEND SUGARCRAFT CLUB 1st Thurs each month, 7–9.30pm @ Miners Welfare Hall, Heol Y Groes Pencoed. Demonstrations/ workshops, fun & laughter, complimentary tea, coffee & biscuits.

All welcome,(no previous experience required). Members £3, non-members £5. jgmoneybox-two@yahoo.co.uk • BRIDGEND TOWN AFC Under 12s football. Training at Newbridge Fields, Bridgend. 6–7pm. John: 07800 540309 • CHILDREN’S STORYTIME, PYLE @ Pyle Life Centre from 11–11.30am. 01656 754850; pylelib@ bridgend.gov.uk • CHOIR PRACTICE, BRIDGEND

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Bridgend Male Choir. 7.30–9.30pm @ the OCLP Club, Bryntirion, Bridgend. Gareth: 01656 862037. www. bridgendmalechoir.co.uk • COFFEE MORNING/OPEN HOUSE @ Cornelly Community Church, Greenfield Terrace, 9.30–12.

Pop in to meet new friends or bring one with you and have a free cup of coffee and home made cake. Everyone welcome • COFFEE MORNING, KENFIG HILL In the vestry of Pisgah Chapel 10.30–12pm. All proceeds to local youth organisations. Call Karen: 01656 740684 • EXERCISE FOR THE OVER 50s @ the Newton Institute, Porthcawl.

10.30–11.30am. Based on Pilates. £4.

Your teacher is two time olympian silver medal winner Sue Cheesbrough. Ring 07866 313623 for more details • FOLK DANCING, BRIDGEND Penybont Welsh Folk Dancing Club meet at Coychurch Memorial Hall Bridgend at 8.15pm. New members always welcome.

Tel: Sue 01656 659676 • HATHA YOGA, BRYNCETHIN All levels welcome. 7–8.30pm @ Ynysawdre Parish Hall, Bryn Road, Tondu, CF32 9EF. Contact Michele: 07793 544 956, michelelambert 21@hotmail.com www.michelelambertyoga.co.uk • KEEP-FIT CLASSES, COYCHURCH Coychurch Memorial Hall 7–8pm. All levels of fi tness catered for. No joining fee. Also on Monday & Friday, 9.30–10.30am • KENFIG HILL & DISTRICT MALE VOICE CHOIR Rehearse in the Choral Suite, Green Acre Motel, North Cornelly, 7pm–9pm. Come and give it a try, you won’t regret it. There isn’t a better hobby than singing! Tel: 01656 740766 • KICKBOXING CLASSES: CHILDREN FROM 5 YEARS, BRIDGEND Also on a Monday @ Jeff’s Kickboxing Gym, Dunraven Arms.

6–7pm. Loose clothing to start • LADIES ONLY FITNESS SESSIONS, SOUTH CORNELLY @ 2tone fi tness, South Cornelly Trading estate. 8–9pm. Please phone Jo on 07730 676664 or 01656 670064 for more details • LIBRARY READERS’ GROUP, PYLE @ Pyle Life Centre, every 3rd Thurs of the month at 7pm. Tel: 01656 754850 www.bridgend.gov.uk/libraries • LIFEGUARD CLUB - POOL

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TRAINING, PYLE @ Pyle Pool 8–10am. Tel: (01656) 771380 for details or www.restbaylifeguards.org.uk • MID GLAMORGAN MIXED CHOIR, PENCOED (Term time only) in The Bowls Club, Pencoed from 7.15–9pm. Call Louise Baker on 01656 667451 timohagan388@hotmail.com • ORIGINAL ARTISTS ACOUSTIC EVENING Every fortnight at the Seahorse, 9pm, in aid of BOBATH Centre for Cerebral Palsy. To play on one of these evenings please contact Nikki on 07916 342370. Small fee to each act.

• PENCOED LIFESAVING CLUB @ Pencoed Swimming Pool. If you're aged 9-18 and would like to learn lifesaving skills with the opportunity to pursue nationally recognised qualifications in a friendly and fun environment then come along between 7pm-8pm to experience what we offer – bring your bathers – or phone Sarah on 07825 670905 for more details • PORTHCAWL DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB @ Awel-y-Mor, Porthcawl, 7pm. Contact Tricia: 01656 785794. Also on a Saturday • PORTHCAWL SHOTOKAN KARATE CLUB 5–6.30pm Awely-Mor, Porthcawl. Beginners & training for Graded Martial Arts students of all ages (grading every 3 months). Christian Whale (5th Dan): 07784 317151.

Facebook: Porthcawl Shotokan Karate • PORTHCAWL WI Every 4th Thurs @ All Saints Church, Porthcawl, 2–4pm • PREGNANCY YOGA @ Litchard Infants School, 6–7.15pm. A time for you and your baby, suitable from 16 weeks.

6–7.15pm: Pregnancy Yoga (£30 for 6 weeks). 7.30–8.45pm: Yoga Drop-in class (£4.50 per session or £20 for 5 sessions). Please contact Emma on 01656 651230 www.pure-yoga.co.uk or pureYoga on facebook • PYLE & PORTHCAWL PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY MEETING @ The Rest at 7.15pm.

Diverse range of photography related activities. Call Glyn on 01656 772831 (publicity.officer@pyle-porthcawl-ps. co.uk), or www.pyle-porthcawl-ps.co.uk • READING GROUPS @ Ogmore Valley Life Centre. Last Thursday of the month, 11am. 01656 754856, ovalelib@bridgend.gov.uk. Also, Pyle Life Centre, every 3rd Thursday of the month at 7pm. 01656 754850, pylelib@ bridgend.gov.uk No meetings in August • ROYAL MARINES ASSOCIATION, Swansea Bay Branch Last Thursday of every month. Further details 01656 670224 • Senshi Do Karate & Kickboxing @ Cefn Glas scouts hall. Karate: 6–7pm. Kickboxing: 7–8pm. www.senshido-wales@webs.com • SHOTOKAN KARATE, PORTHCAWL @ St. John’s School, 6–7pm. Call Phil on 07951 455246. All welcome.

• SING AND SIGN, BABY SIGN LANGUAGE & MUSIC CLASS @ St Theodores Church Hall, Port Talbot. Stage 1: 9.45am. For more information or to book please contact Beverley on 07583 087157 or email beverleythomas@singandsign.co.uk www.singandsign.co.uk • Slimming World with Dee

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9.30am, 5.30pm & 7.30pm at Pyle Parish Hall, Pyle road. Tel: 07733 267369, or just pop in!

• SlimTONE SLIMMING CLASS 10–11am at the Y Centre Porthcawl and 9.30–10.30am at Cwrt Anghorfa (next to The Tap Public House). Contact Marie on 01656 870339 for further information • STAGECOACH THEATRE ARTS SCHOOL, BRIDGEND Performing arts classes, ages 3–18. Contact Helene on 01446 781454. www.stagecoach. co.uk/bridgend. Also on Friday & Saturday • TAI BO KICK AEROBICS, PYLE @ Pyle Life Centre 7.15–8.15pm. Male & female, all ages welcome! Instructor Sarah Panes, Qualified Tai Bo & 2nd Degree Black Belt ITF TKD Instructor.

Kids Tae Kwon Do 6–7pm. Call Sarah: 01656 743478 or 07773 041339 • TI A FI Y SGER PARENT TODDLER GROUP 9–11am.

Cornelly Integrated Centre, Greenfield Terrace, North Cornelly, CF33 4LW. Contact/ cyswllt: 07966 321764 • WESTWARD 0–4 MEET AND PLAY GROUP A stay and play facility for babies and toddlers aged 0-4. Westward Community Centre, Cefn Glas, Bridgend. 1.30-3pm. £1 donation required (includes tea/coffee) • YOGA CLASS @ Litchard Infants School, 7.30–8.45pm. General drop in class, suitable for all levels, time for you to relax, re-centre and renew.

Please contact Emma on 01656 651230 www.pure-yoga.co.uk or PureYoga on Facebook • ZUMBA North Cornelly Community Centre. 8–845pm. Only £3. Join the party and zumba the winter blues away!

Call Mandy: 07854 372582 • ZUMBA, PORTHCAWL 9.45– 10.45am Awel y Mor Community Centre, Wellfield Avenue and 5.30–6.30pm at Nottage Primary School, Suffolk Place. Hannah Bowen Qualified Fitness Instructor Licensed Zumba Instructor find me on Facebook as Zumba Fitness Porthcawl and on Zumba.com or call 07886 487853

Friday • ARCHAEOLOGY CYMRU ARCHAEOLOGY WALKS 10am meeting at the Llantwit Major Train Station carpark. Looking at a wide range of archaeological sites throughout the Vale of Glamorgan. We look at Iron-Age hill-forts, medieval castles, and even sites that we just discover along the way.

Walking boots and refreshments a must.

More info: 07751 255725 or email: karljlangford@hotmail.com • BINGO, Kenfig Hill – after Luncheon Club. Eyes down at 1.45pm at the Talbot Community Centre, Kenfig Hill. More info: Cheryl on 01656 749754 • BOOGIE BEAT MUSIC & MOVEMENT Classes for up to age 5yrs. 9.30–10.15am @ Awel y Mor Community Centre, Porthcawl. To book your free trial contact Nicky on 07789 688447 nickygreenway@boogiebeat. co.uk www.boogiebeat.co.uk • BOUNCE & RHYME SESSIONS FOR BABIES & TODDLERS @ Aberkenfig Library. 10am. 01656 754820,

abkenlib@bridgend.gov.uk. Also @ Pyle Life Centre, every 1st Friday of the month, 2pm. 01656 754850 pylelib@ bridgend.gov.uk • BRIDGEND FUCHSIA SOCIETY, YNYSAWDRE @ Ynysawdre Community Centre. 1st Friday of the month, 7pm. All welcome! Call 01656 661338 / 07976 430086. king-barry@ btconnect.com • BRIDGEND WRITERS’ CIRCLE, BRIDGEND @ Bryntirion & Laleston Community Hall, Mount Pleasant, Bryntirion, CF31 4EF. 01656 772738. www.bridgendwriters.webs.com • BUZZ SOFTPLAY (inc. messy play) 10.30am–midday - BCLC Cefn Cribwr. www.mybclc.org/ 01656 745655.

Age 0-3. £3 1st child, subsequent children half price • CHARITY PUB QUIZ, PORTHCAWL @ Seagull Pub, Rest Bay, Porthcawl. 9pm. Proceeds to local charities.

• CONVERSATIONAL FRENCH AND SPANISH FOR ADULTS (term time) @ Cefn Cribwr, Bethlehem Church Life Centre. Spanish 10am–12pm.

French 12.30pm–2.30pm. Call Kim: 02920 382431 or Amanda 01656 650360, courseinfosouth@swales.wea.org.uk • KOREAN KARATE, PORTHCAWL TANG SOO DO @ All Saints Church Hall, Victoria Avenue, Porthcawl. Martial arts for the whole family. Tiger Tots: 4–6yrs: 6–6.30pm; Dragons: 7–12 yrs 6.30–7.30pm; Adults: 13yrs+: 7.30–8.30pm. Tel 07788 482450 e-mail: porthcawltsd@btinternet.com. www.ttfuk.co.uk Also on Tuesdays • MONKEY MUSIC FOR BABIES & TODDLERS, BRIDGEND Term time only @ Trinity Church, Porthcawl.

Aged 3 months–4 years. Contact Emma for a free trial 01656 649190. www. monkeymusic.co.uk • PORTHCAWL GYMNASTICS CLUB (Term time only) Classes from 4.45–7.15pm, please call for details Limited places. Register your child in our fun packed classes. Existing members guaranteed a place. Tel: 07971 476738 • PORTHCAWL PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP Last Friday of the month in the Unitarian Church School Room, Nottage, 10.30am. More info: 01656 783071 • SEQUENCE DANCING, PORTHCAWL @ Trinity church 8–10.15pm. £2.50. 01656 782606 • SENSHI DO ‘The Warriors Way’ KARATE & KICKBOXING, BRIDGEND @ Brackla Community Centre, Whitethorne drive, Brackla, Bridgend. 6.30–7.30pm. All levels, beginners welcome. Call 07791 412864, email bkkc@live.co.uk • SHOUT – FOR OVER 50s, PORTHCAWL 1st Friday of month.

Open forum in Porthcawl to express your concerns. @ Trinity Church at 2pm.

Tel: 01656 786463 • SING AND SIGN, BABY SIGN LANGUAGE & MUSIC CLASS @ 9.45–10.45am. For more information or to book please contact Beverley on 07583 087157 or email beverleythomas@singandsign.co.uk www.singandsign.co.uk • STAY AND PLAY GROUP FOR TWINS/MULTIPLES Any children

will be the responsibility of the parent/ carer they are with. Mums-to-be welcome. 12–2pm at Coity Higher Community Centre, Heol West Plas, Philip Square, Litchard, CF35 6BA. Contact: Kathryn Baker 07824 876945, twinklebridgend@aol.com or Facebook Twin-kle Twin-kle Twin Group Bridgend • TAI CHI, BRIDGEND @ Bridgend Recreation Centre, 7–8.30pm. Beginners welcome. John Jones, Chief Instructor. sunsdragon@hotmail.com • TAI CHI CLASS Traditional Sun Style Taijiquan. Pyle Church Hall. 10–11am.

Other classes held throughout the Borough. Instructor G Lake, email: Caringspirit15@yahoo.co.uk • TANG SOO DO, PYLE & District (Korean self defence) No training fee for first month. Junior 5yrs+ 6.30–.15pm. Mixed class 7.20–8.30pm.

Advanced Class 8.30–9pm (also Mondays). Upstairs in Pyle Life Centre.

Kyo Sa Nim Gareth Powell: 01656 659592/ 07884 295499/gareth.powell@ tangsoodo.co.uk • TI Â FI AR LAN Y MÔR BILINGUAL PARENT TODDLER GROUP 10am-11:30am. All Saints Church Vestry, Victoria Avenue, Porthcawl. Contact/ cyswllt: 07966 321764 • TIMESIGNS ARCHAEOLOGY FIELD WORKSHOPS, BRIDGEND Meet at Bridgend Train Station, 10am. Looking at the archaeological landscape, through all periods. Walking boots and flask necessary. No longer weekly – please call Karl for details on 07805 772818 karljlangford@hotmail.com • TINYTALK BABY SIGNING CLASSES, PYLE @ Coychurch Memorial Hall 10.30–11.30am. Eluned: 07877 566935, eluendw@tinytalk.co.uk or www.tinytalk.co.uk/elunedw • TWINS & MULTIPLES GROUP, PYLE @ Once Upon A Playtime in Bridgend, 10am–12 noon. Clare Roberts: 07932 972200, d.c.roberts@sky.com • WELSH KARATE UNION PORTHCAWL CLUB @ Porthcawl Community Hall, Porthcawl Comprehensive School. 6–8pm. www. welshkarateunion.org • Zumba @ Kenfig Labour Club.

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Saturday • BIRDING FOR BEGINNERS, KENFIG NATIONAL NATURE RESERVE 3rd Saturday of the month, 9am–12pm. Enjoy walks with the warden, in association with Glamorgan Bird Club. Meet at the Reserve Centre. Free admission and car park. 01656 743386 • BORE COFFI/COFFEE MORNING, PORTHCAWL @ Tabernacl New Hall, Fenton Place 10.30am–12pm. 1st Sat of the month.

For Welsh learners and Welsh speakers to meet for a chat. A warm welcome to all – croeso cynnes i bawb • CAR BOOT SALES, BRIDGEND @ The West House Pub. 9am–12pm. Set up 8am. Cars £5/Vans £8. All proceeds to local charities. Please contact Rob & Helen on 01656 653809

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• CHARITY FUN QUIZ IN AID OF VELINDRE CANCER CARE @ the Swan Inn, Nottage, Porthcawl, 5.30pm.

The open quiz has no written answers, just shout out the answer! Come along and join in the fun only 10p for a wrong answer and a raffle ticket for correct ones. The winning tickets has a free drink! Tel. 07813 506044 • CHILDREN’S ART & CRAFT WORKSHOPS, PORTHCAWL 10.30–11.45am, Crafty Little Creations @ Porthcawl RFC. Call Sue on (01656) 788420/ 07791 476882 • INDOOR CAR BOOT SALE @ Awel-y-Mor, Porthcawl. First 3 Saturdays of every month. 9am–12pm. Phone 01656 657463 to book. Free tea, coffee & biscuits • Live Entertainment Saturday nights @ Kenfig Hill Labour Club. £2 • MEMBERS AND GUESTS OF THE RAFA CLUB, PORTHCAWL are invited to enjoy bingo at 7.30pm.

Followed by live entertainment by top class artists till 11.30pm • PORTHCAWL & DISTRICT ART SOCIETY EXHIBITION OF PAINTINGS @ the old Police Station Gallery, John Street. 11am–4.30pm.

FREE. Also on the rest of the week • PRAM FITNESS, PORTHCAWL @ the Loft Cafe, Broadlands, Bridgend, 10-11am. Specialist outdoor post-natal exercise class for mums whilst baby enjoys a ride in their pram. Contact Sarah on 07917 276788. Email sarahdowson@sky.com • ROCK CLUB, PORTHCAWL Music workshops for 8–16years old.

Learning, training, jamming, singers, meeting new friends, playing in a band.

Learn and perform regularly! All levels, guitars, bass, drums, keyboards, singers, all welcome. Book a place on 01656 786319. Rock & Arts Club, 41 John Street, Porthcawl Town/ www.rockclub.org.uk • SILURES ART GALLERY, PORTHCAWL Open every Weekend and Bank Holidays 11am to 4.30pm at 40 South Road. New exhibition each month with free admission. www.silures.co.uk • STORYTIME FOR CHILDREN, PORTHCAWL @ Porthcawl Library 2.30pm. Tel: 01656 754845 email: porthcawllib@bridgend.gov.uk • TAI CHI All Saints Church, Victoria Ave, Porthcawl 10–11am. Fair LadySleeping Tiger Tai Chi. 01656 785014

Sunday • BRIDGEND RAMBLERS A weekly programme of three walks: long (10–12m), medium (7–9m) and short

(4–6m). Meet at Bridgend Rec Centre.

We’re gone by 9 am for long and 9:30 for medium and short walks. See www. bridgendramblers.co.uk for program.

• CAR BOOT SALE, BRIDGEND @ the multistorey car park next to Aldi, 7am–12pm. 80–200 car boot stalls each week! All proceeds invested into events in Bridgend. Tel: 01656 661338 • CAR BOOT SALES at the Rest Porthcawl 6am ‘til late. Extremely popular events – really lovely family days out. Hot & cold refreshments served throughout the day from our new cafe – open daily 10am–4pm, early on car boot Sundays. Sellers £6/car and £12/van. More info: 01656 772066 • CIRCLE OF LIGHT SPIRITUALIST CHURCH, PORTHCAWL @ Awel y Mor Centre.

6pm. itstriza@talk21.com • INDOOR 5-A-SIDE FOOTBALL, MAESTEG @ Maesteg Comprehensive. 11am–6pm. Adults 16+. Contact Phil: 0753 5254290; philipnmorgan@sky.com • Live Entertainment 5–7pm @ Kenfig Hill Labour Club. Plus karaoke until late!

• RED TOOTH POKER, PORTHCAWL Evenings @ The Salthouse, Porthcawl. For a chance to be in the regional finals and win big money.

Or just play for fun. Tel: 01656 783380 • ST DAVID’S JUNIOR CHURCH @ St David’s Church, Florence St, Porthcawl. Term time only, 9.30–10.30am. Play games, sing songs, read stories and do craft. New group for 0–5 year olds (under 2s must bring a parent) • ST JOHN’S SUNDAY SCHOOL, NEWTON Age 3+ every Sunday, 11am–12 noon, in the schoolroom opposite the church on the green. Great stories, drawing, singing, with Janet and Bev, followed by squash and a biscuit.

Come along any Sunday, we would love to see you!

• SENSHI DO ‘The Warriors Way’ KARATE & KICKBOXING, BRIDGEND @ 3rd Bridgend Scouts Hall, Llangewydd Rd Bryntirion, Bridgend. 6pm till 7pm Karate and 7pm to 8pm Kickboxing/MMA. All levels, beginners welcome. Call 07791 412864 email bkkc@live.co.uk Also, Tuesdays 7–8pm karate. Beginners and all levels welcome. Call Paul Evans: 07791 412864 • SINGLES RENDEZVOUS CLUB, BRIDGEND @ the Brewery Field, Rugby Club, Tondu Road, Bridgend. For single over 30s. 8pm to midnight. Free, entry £4. Smart dress. 01656 773330 or email oursinglesclub@gmail.com

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Phil Rixon Charity Show 2013 Local Queen tribute band with Paul Chappell as Freddie Mercury!

Supported by top local DJ Robbie Owen

Grand Pavilion, Porthcawl, Saturday 4th May

Tickets: £15/ £13 From the Grand Pavilion box office, 01656 815995 Proceeds to LATCH – Welsh Children’s Cancer Charity

Bridgend MG and Classic Car Club Bridgend MG and Classic Car Club are again this year holding our Car Run in aid of Sandville Self Help Centre on Sunday 23rd June.

This will be our 13th run and each year we raise money for Sandville Self Help Centre and various other local charities.

The run this year will start and finish at Swansea Bay Golf Club and will take in the coast and mountains of South and West Wales. It will be approximately 90 miles and will finish with a buffet (which is optional) at the Golf Club.

Drivers from all over the country will be joining the local owners and anyone interested

should contact Diane Bullock on 01656 771790 or Nesta Stiens on 01656 744304. Alternatively if you visit Bridgend MG Club website the entry form is available to download.

Any make or model of classic or sports car will be welcome.

The run is the culmination of our fundraising efforts which take place throughout the year.

“It gives us great pleasure to combine our hobby with raising funds for good causes. We recognise the hard work that local charities carry out in our area. Particularly now when every penny is harder to raise.

Our members are delighted to rally together and assist in fund raising.

Nesta Stiens

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bridgend's best kept secret

Fagin’s gang in rehearsal mode for PAods ' oliver! the children comprising Fagin’s gang are spotted being put through their paces at rehearsals teaching new recruit oliver the art of picking a pocket or two with the assistance of the artful Dodger, nancy and Bet and also the workhouse chorus singing the praises of 'Food, Glorious Food'.

Fagin’s gang of youngsters

News from the Y centre, Porthcawl spring is around the corner.

Perhaps you’ve been thinking about learning some fresh skills, or taking up a hobby?

Maybe you’re thinking about getting fitter, and meeting new friends? We’ve got some fantastic activities here to help you make the most of your spare time – from improving your flexibility at our yoga classes, learning IT skills at our free digital inclusion sessions or releasing your inner writer with our forthcoming creative writing group. Pop in or call us for more information, our website: www.theycentre.co.uk, or see our Facebook and Twit-

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consists of a multitude of local talent many of whom have already made many stage appearances in local productions.

'Oliver' is staged at the Pavilion from 25–27th April at 7.30pm (with a Saturday matinee at 2.30pm) and is supporting the charity NCHAction for Children.

Tickets are £13–£11 (with concessions) and are available from PAODS hotline 01656 788148 or from the Pavilion box office. chRis JoNEs

ter pages.

Our After-School Club is becoming more popular with working parents, and offers a safe, fun and friendly atmosphere for children between 3–6.30pm, Monday to Friday.

We also have Senior Youth Club on Wednesdays, from 6.30–8.30pm, Junior Youth Club on Thursdays, from 6.30–8pm, with our Creative Music Club on Sundays from 4–7pm.

We also have newly-refurbished, light and airy rooms for hire, for groups, meetings or children’s birthday parties. Do pop in to take a look around our fantastic new building, at 25 John Street, Porthcawl.

For more information please call us on 01656 772166.

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nestling amongst the trees a few miles out of Bridgend there is landscaped park, the site of the Bridgend Miniature railway.

Until the 1990s this site had been a coal mining site and was transformed into a park

by British Coal helped by the Wildlife Trust.

Bridgend and District Model Engineering Society started in Tondu in 1984 and moved to this current site at Park Slip in 1992. There you can take a trip on a miniature railway passing through woods and over a stream. We have refreshments, or bring your own. There are many picnic tables in idyllic surroundings.

to all mums that are pregnant or breastfeeding…

thanks to Bev at sing & sign, and nicky at Boogie Beats for our taster sessions at the YMCa in 2013. also for donating to our raffle, it's appreciated.

Here's a mum’s story relating to why breastfeeding is a lovely way to feed your baby: I met an inspirational 26 year old at Cornelly Boob Group who was a young mum at 16, and despite the negativity

The track is open to the general public on the first Saturday of the month from April to October and most Bank Holidays. You can book the site for children’s birthday parties by phone on 07913 647764.

The society is always looking for new members. Not just engineers but also people to help with catering, gardening or general DIY. Come to the site after 10am on a Saturday and you will find people to give you more information.

To find out more visit our website www.bridgendminiaturerailway.com or enquire at Fountain Road, Aberkenfig, Bridgend, CF32 0EH. JohN ARNold

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around her regarding breastfeeding because of her age, she continued. She has since breastfed another two of her children with only one breast due to having a biopsy.

Handy tips – a bracelet can be used to show which breast you fed on previously. Plastic shells are available if your opposite breast leaks whilst feeding on the other.

Our Porthcawl, Cornelly (Integrated Centre, Wed 10am – 12pm) and Bridgend groups are there if you need support.

Meeting another mum can reassure us that we all go through the same issues at times.

We are holding a Tabletop Sale on Saturday 13th April at 2.30pm at Awel y Mor (selling maternity, baby and children's items). Contact Sam on welshbird99@yahoo.co.uk if you require details. Or visit us at the YMCA, Thursday at 10am (term time). sAM howElls

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FREE Families First Launch & Fun Day Exhibition and Easter-themed fun day @ Bowls Hall, Bridgend Recreation Centre, Angel Street, Bridgend. 10am–3pm.

There will be lots of FREE activities for the children throughout the day, including: Krazy Karts, drumming workshop, bouncy castle, face painting, craft activities and much more! Please note children aged 0–10 years must be accompanied by an adult.

Tel: 0800 180 4320 www.bridgendfamilyinfo.org.uk

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Hot Stuff – an Exhibition by renowned feltmaker Pat Johnson @ Silures Gallery, 40 South Road, Porthcawl CF36 3DG. Runs until Sunday 28th April 2013.

Open 11am to 4.30pm weekends.

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Porthcawl Floral 10 Arrangement Society @ Awel-y Mor, 7.30pm. A flower

spectrum since our last article in the seaside news asking for people’s opinions concerning the viability of a support group in porthcawl we are pleased to report that we now have a group who regularly meet on a thursday from 12.30–3pm.

Newcomers are always welcome so if you have Aspergers, are on the spectrum or a carer for someone with Aspergers Syndrome come and join us at the 'Y' for support understanding and a friendly and

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Bumps, Babies & 13 Beyond Tabletop Sale 2.30pm @ Awel-y-Mor, Porthcawl. All proceeds to Parents in Partnership, Porthcawl Group.

Selling pre-loved children's clothes, toys & equipment.

Refreshments, glitter tattoos, face painting and a raffle.

Special £10 sittings by Sweet Pea Photography and free 20 minute tasters from Boogie Beats. From £8 per table. To book a table, or for any other info, contact Sam on 07890 029791 or email welshbird99@yahoo.co.uk for more details Coffee Morning to 18 raise funds for Kidney Research Wales @ The Atlantic Hotel, Porthcawl, 10am.

The Blims live at Bryntirion Football Club Tickets £5.

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Jazz in the stage door on thursday 2nd May, the stage Door is delighted to welcome the amy roberts Quintet playing a range of jazz, from traditional to mainstream and featuring some of the UK's finest musicians.

An accomplished performer on sax, clarinet and flute, Amy was voted winner of the Rising Star category in the

May Jazz in the Stage Door, Amy Roberts Quintet @ the Grand Pavilion, 8pm. Tickets £10. Tel 01656 815995 or at www.grandpavilion.co.uk

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Support the charity 4 of your choice A mixed exhibition of work by Silures members. The full price of any painting sold will be donated to your chosen charity. @ Silures Gallery, 40 South Road, Porthcawl CF36 3DG Runs until Sunday 26th May. Open 11am–4.30pm weekends All Saints Summer 18 Fayre Stalls, raffle, tombola, games, entertainment, lunches and refreshments. All welcome.

12noon–3 pm, All Saints Church, Victoria Avenue, Porthcawl British Jazz Awards in both 2009 and 2011. She is also the first female musician to join the Big Chris Barber band and is currently touring with them throughout some of the most highly regarded concert venues in Europe. Having seen them perform at jazz festivals throughout Britain I can guarantee that this will be a night to remember. The jazz is fresh, invigorating and above all entertaining – with a quality to the playing that is a joy to hear.

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Pyle & kenfig golf club Mini Masters star

Brodi Lewis Mini Masters Winner

readers will be aware that pyle and Kenfig Golf Club Junior section has performed very well over recent years.

Following in their footsteps is Brodi Lewis who is showing great promise at a very early age, winning the Welsh Mini Masters Championship at Celtic Manor. There were in excess of 70 in the under-7 section initially and this was reduced to 7 by way of qualifying stages. Brodi, age 6, was the youngest in his group.

Parkrun comes to Porthcawl town over the past few months local sports clubs in Bridgend County have been working with and supported by

Brodi’s successes continue. At the Lee Westwood Golf Camp at Thornbury he excelled at the skills testing then went on to win the 9 hole par 3 competition with a score of 33.

Brodi was the youngest at camp as the other boys were aged between 9 and 11.

His skills score was 132 and the top 25 after all camps completed make the final where the winner is flown to the Lee Westwood Camp in Florida to train with Lee himself.

There is a national leader board where Brodi is currently second!

Pyle and Kenfig Golf Club welcomes all golfers. The free draining course is open when many others are closed. There is currently a very special offer.

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Four boys from porthcawl Cricket Club have been chosen to represent Mid Glamorgan under 10s during the coming season.

It is the highest representation the club has ever had at one age group and senior club coach Mark Dixon is delighted with the achievement.

Dixon, who coaches the junior section with first eleven wicketkeeper/batsman Chris Richards, said "The boys have done very well to make the squad and they have an exciting season ahead of them. The club is very proud of them.

"They attended a vigorous eight week development

Bridgend County Borough Council and other parties to bring a park run scheme to the area .

From April at 9am every Saturday morning, a 5km run will be organised from the lower promenade in front of the

Grand Pavilion, on an out and back course to Rest Bay, along the coastal pathway.

Parkrun is a free weekly 5 kilometre (3 miles) timed run, which is open to everyone, and easy to take part in.

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course in Porth during the winter, prior to their selection and can look forward to two tours to Cornwall this month and Aberystwyth in August."

The quartet joined the club following a close partnership between Porthcawl Cricket Club and Cricket Wales in 2012 and last season they all played festival cricket in the club's under 9 team.

From Friday 19th April we start outdoor sessions at our Locks Lane ground from 6–8pm.

Should any parent require more information club secretary Peter Downes can be contacted on 01656 785505 or chairman John Edwards is available on 01656 771631.

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Registration and entry is free via the www.parkrun.org.uk website up until the night before your first run. You are allocated a bar code which is your ID; which you print out and bring to the race and produce on the finish line In addition to participating, the organisers are keen to encourage volunteers and marshals to support the event.

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Porthcawl tang soo do tigers tots Roar!

nine tiger tots from porthcawl tang soo Do tiger tots joined 150 other traditional tang soo Do Federation tigers from around south Wales for the ttF’s 2013 tiger tournament and Fun Day. The emphasis on the Tiger competition was fun; the events included Tang Soo Do forms, highest jump kick, longest jump and most kicks standing on one leg.

The event was a roaring success with the Porthcawl Tigers winning trophies in each of the disciplines. All of the Tigers who took part behaved and

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performed exceptionally well and made us all very proud.

The Tiger Tots class is designed for children aged from four to six years of age and is an introduction to martial arts specifically tailored to this young age group. The program develops motor and listening skills, balance, self control, concentration, respect for others and a positive attitude, while learning the basic techniques of Tang Soo Do in a fun environment.

Porthcawl Tang Soo Do Tiger Tots class runs on a Tuesday and Friday evening 6–6.30pm.

We are currently enrolling and have limited spaces on a first come first served basis. For more information please contact the class on 07788482450 or e-mail porthcawltsd@ btinternet.com.

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help For heroes ladies cycle challenge

support for the wounded this country has ever seen.

The cyclists are very committed with their training and despite juggling their busy at the end of May a team careers and family lives are all of lovely local ladies, led by are determined to complete Joanne Davies will comthe challenge, despite some mence a 3 day cycle ride not having ridden a bike since from Cardiff Bay to the Horse Guards parade, london. they were 9 years old! Other fundraising events include bag The challenge is part of packing at the local super marnationally organised event kets and a fun evening with

by Help For Heroes, a charity Jeff Phillips as Neil Diamond who offers comprehensive in the themed evening at the support to those who have Hi Tide Porthcawl on Saturday suffered life-changing injuries 6th April 2013 (tickets availand illnesses whilst serving able through the team). The our Country. Joanne had no problem in managing to recruit cyclists are Elaine Kelleher, the motivated team of cyclists Claire Hiett, Claire Castle, Sarah Phillips, Joanne Davies, and supporters to participate Rhiannon Wildman and Nicola and assist with the fundraising Baker. The team of supporters activities, as the cause was are Gareth Davies, Richard inspired by the loss of the late Castle, Josephine Shirley, Ceri Mark Powell, a good friend Burridge and Nicky Greenway. who is greatly missed.

We would like to say a big The cyclists will leave Cardiff thank you to the local busiFriday 31st May and travel nesses including the Hi Tide over the 3 days approximately 220 miles via Wootton Bassett, for its support and to all individuals for your generous raffle Tidworth and then onto Blackprizes and donations so far. If heath on Sunday 2nd June. you would like to contribute There they will meet over a in any way, donations can be thousand like minded cyclists from all corners of the country made through the page address: http://www.bmycharity. where the team will ride com/h4hladiesbikechallenge together on the final stretch or by contacting Nicky on (10 miles), led by over 100 07789 688447. Follow us on wounded servicemen, women facebook: Help For Heroes and veterans, into central Ladies Cycle Challenge London in the biggest cycling NickY gREENwAY demonstration of national

kPc Youth charity golf day 2013 Calling all golfers!

How would you like to spend Friday 21st June 2013, playing an excellent game of golf with friends/colleagues at the Grove Golf Club in Porthcawl, and support a local charity?

KPC Youth, the charity for young people of our area, are holding their Annual Charity

Golf Event on Fri 21st June.

Cost to enter is just £160 per team of four players, including bar meal!

The charity are offering an Early Bird deal of just £140 per team, for any entries received before end of April.

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