Wye Local June 2014 / Issue 92

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June 2014 • Issue 92 The community magazine covering Hay, Talgarth and the surrounding villages

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Welcome So who has the upcoming Car Boot Sale marked on their calendar? If you haven’t, please do come along to support this event, whether to pick up some bargains or sell your unwanted items.The family duo, my dad and I, look forward to seeing you on Saturday 7th June at Hay Primary School.

The community magazine encouraging local residents to use what’s on their doorstep brilley • bronllys • bronydd • clifford • clyro cusop• eardisley • erwood • glasbury • hay letton • llandefalle • llanigon • llowes • llyswen pengenfford • pontithel • talgarth • three cocks trefecca • velindre • whitney • winforton

Talking of Schools - for some time now I have been planning a family magazine. Well I’m pleased to say production is in full swing and Cariads Local Family Magazine will be delivered to 21 Primary Schools and at least 10 Children’s Nurseries in early July. I have spoken with each School and Nursery, and they are on board to pack a magazine into each of the children’s bags - just in time for the approaching Summer Holidays. So if you offer a service or a product or you are holding events and classes for children aged 0 – 12 years then this magazine is right up your street! Take a look at the advert on page 17 for more details.

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June Competition PSM have very kindly donated a torch as the prize for the winner of this months Word Search. Please complete the wordsearch on page 36 and send to us by 16th June 2014.

This issue highlights some great upcoming events for the month of June: Gwernyfed Rugby Club celebrates their 50th Anniversary; the first Mallyfest Music Festival launches, organised as a fitting tribute to local man Mally Powell; a sponsored 18 mile cycle ride to raise funds for Cystic Fibrosis; Hay & Talgarth Surgeries will be walking a 10 mile stretch of the Wye Valley to raise funds for local charities; and don’t forget the annual Hay-on-Wye Summer Food Festival at the end of the month. Check out our 6 pages of listings for other events and classes.

Winners of May Competition: Mrs S Hendreie, Talgarth

First Wye Local Car Boot Sale

7th June 2014

at Hay-on-Wye Primary School (Sat Nav HR3 5BT)

from 9.30am - 12midday (Sellers 8.45am • Buyers 9.30am) £6 per car • £12 per van • No booking required Contact 07971 446632 Other dates: (1st Saturday of each month)

5 Jul, 2 Aug, 6 Sep

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Wye Local cannot be held responsible for any inaccuracies in advertisements nor for any consequences arising from this. Wye Local cannot be held responsible for damage or loss of copy or error in printing. All artwork used in Wye Local must not be published in any other media without permission from Wye Local. Opinions expressed by contributors or advertisers are not necessarily those of the publisher.

Lastly, turn to page 24 to see the results of this year’s Local Landscapes Photography Competition. The standard was high. The 2015 Calendar is now out in local outlets, the gent who delivered these in midMay told me there should be a law against calendars coming out this early! Whilst I laughed, I explained to him that my aim is for visitors to purchase a copy this year and return next year when they’re reminded how beautiful this area is.

Enjoy our June issue in our breath-taking surroundings, Lisa Marie x

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As well as producing the Wye Local we also produce a similar publication for the town of Brecon and the surrounding villages – Local Beacon. Just like this magazine the aim is to support local businesses and services. The good news is, if you are unable to pick up your copy of the Local Beacon in the local catchment area, you can view it on our website from the beginning of each month.

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Some of the many topics included in Local Beacon, June issue: • Roger Williams, MP • Brecon Film Society • Get to really know local florist, Becca Jane

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• Poets Page • Crai Village • Breconshire Local & Family History Society • Friends of Brecknock Sinfonia • Moo Music • Stained glass window project at Brecon Cathedral • Animal Party 2 Ewe .........and much much more!

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News from Talgarth

by Cllr. William Powell Powys County Councillor for Talgarth As I sign off this month’s column, we are basking in glorious early summer sunshine. The second Talgarth Walking Festival earlier in the month was a genuine success, as were the wider community events that enriched the long weekend of activities.

I congratulate everyone involved - and know that efforts are already underway to improve still further on this for future projects.The Walking Festival along with a host of other local initiatives gives me cause to reflect upon the recent milestones in our town’s regeneration. This month also marks the tenth anniversary of my own election as County Councillor for Talgarth in June 2004. Many people have played a bigger part than me in building the success that we are now starting to enjoy, through appreciating and harnessing our beautiful environment, for the benefit of the wider community. It is a privilege, however, to have made a contribution, just as my own mentor, the late Lord Richard Livsey of Talgarth encouraged me to do.

Meanwhile, within Powys County Council, I have been busy in recent weeks dealing with a number of issues. These include the ongoing fall out from the newly awarded domiciliary care contracts, which have impacted badly on many elderly, frail and vulnerable services users in the early weeks - as well as upon Talgarth’s own Caring Concern; keeping up the pressure to develop a comprehensive whistle blowing policy, so that all PCC employees can have the confidence to report suspected cases of illegal or detrimental activity - and this regardless of their rank - following the recent Wales Audit Office report. Finally, in partnership with Talgarth Town Council, local traders and residents and the Highways Department, we have taken forward the local car parking review to the next stage. The proposals with respect to amendments to yellow lineage, waiting restrictions and a number of other issues will be advertised shortly - please look out

for notices in town and in the press, as this is the final opportunity to have your say.

As the sporting season moves on, with football and rugby giving way to cricket, tennis and a range of summer sports, our local teams can look back with some satisfaction on their achievements. In particular, the Talgarth Town Juniors have had an excellent season, being recognised in the Powys Sports Awards - and with the fantastic news that Harlan Perry, a founding player in the Junior squad, has been signed for the prestigious Swansea City under six Academy. On the Junior rugby side, Gwernyfed RFC has also gone from strength to strength - and the presentation event in the Clubhouse last Sunday was an absolute sell out, with the next generation of talent recognised at all levels. Particular thanks go to the coaches, referees and other unsung heroes who make it all possible.

Whilst on the subject of selfless volunteering, I should congratulate six locals whose efforts have been recognised, by an invitation to this month’s Royal Garden Party - Mr and Mrs Tony Skyrme, following his award of the British Empire Medal; Mrs Josephine Rumsey, our longstanding Town Clerk and her husband Les and Mrs Cynthia Argent and Mrs Margaret Kite, for their dedication to the Talgarth Luncheon Club. They all richly deserve this accolade.

I hope to see many of you at the forthcoming YFC Rally at Great House Farm and other community events. In the meantime, please contact me if you have any feedback or issues of concern on 07703 112113 or by email: william.powell@wales.gov.uk Alternatively, you can come along to my next advice surgery on Friday, 6th June from 5:00pm at Talgarth Tourist Information & Resource Centre.

Best Wishes William

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News from Glasbury Ward

by Chris Davies Powys County Councillor for Glasbury I start this month’s column by saying how we have been so deeply moved by the recent loss of Brecon born L.Cpl. Oliver Thomas. The Afghanistan conflict seems so remote to us all living in this area but such a loss as this, brings home to us all just how proud we are of our service men and women. Our deepest sympathies go out to his family.

At County Hall many changes are taking place. A major change is happening in the way the County delivers its care services provision and it is something that I will be keeping a very close eye on, so if you have any concerns please get in touch.

The Cwmbach to Ffynon Gynydd road will be closed for repair from the beginning of June for six weeks following the recent landslide. We hope disruption will be kept to a minimum, but please look for an alternative route.

The YFC has been very active in this part of Radnorshire with a very successful Fun Ride recently organised by Rhosgoch YFC. Whilst Talgarth YFC will

be hosting the annual Breconshire Rally at Great House Farm Talgarth on Saturday 7th June, which is always a great day out.

The Royal Welsh Show is getting ever nearer with Radnorshire as this year’s Feature County. An Open Gardens day is being held at Llowes on 29th June with some beautiful gardens open to the public and refreshments at Llowes Court which will be well worth the visit.

Celebrations are many and varied in this area. I had the great honour of attending a commemorative service at Cwmbach Chapel recently and it was wonderful to see every pew full. Liz and I are looking forward to attending a Grand Concert to commemorate Gwernyfed RFC’s 50th anniversary this month, which I’m sure will be celebrated in great style!!!

Chris Contact me on any matter: 07855 752110 or cllr. chris.davies@powys.gov.uk

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The Rose Since before Roman times gardeners have revered the rose as the queen of flowering plants for the extraordinary beauty and scent of its blooms. The rose family offers an enormous range of colour, shape and perfume from the simple purity of the wild dog rose, the soft, pastel charm of the old garden rose or the jewel-like brilliance of the modern hybrids.

Whether grown alone in the splendour of a formal garden or enhancing the quality of a mixed planting it is hard to imagine a garden without roses heightening the glory of a summer’s day.

There literally is a rose for every part of the garden ranging from the low growing ground cover and patio roses, through the larger bush and shrub roses to the climbers and ramblers for growing up walls, arches, pergolas and even through trees.

They all generally prefer an open, sunny site and a fertile soil. When planting, and each year as a surface mulch, it is important to add organic matter such as compost or well-rotted manure. For your roses to perform at their best, it is also vital to feed them, preferably twice a year in April and June, with a special rose fertilizer.

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This done they will reward you with beautiful flowers from June to well into the autumn year after year.

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Methods there are many, principles are few…

Having served the Fitness and Health Industry since 1997 (eek!), I’ve seen fads come and go in exercise and nutrition.. Let’s see : Aerobics, Step, Slide, Glide, Line dancing, Zumba, …. Atkins, the Cabbage soup diet, Grapefruit, Slim Fast..

And looking at this list you’ll know that some still have value and some seem, well, just a bit silly? We’ve all ‘been there’ because they are all very clever at their marketing. Us fit pros jump on the latest band wagon too – (or not, if you’re selective, or, in my case, too proud, to my eternal financial detriment!)

– and we all get reeled in, as these methods are seen as a quick fix OR we’re just looking for a bit of fun, something new. The trouble is once these fads are gone, once ‘the party’ is over, they leave us with a vacuum, which can only be filled with …. Yet MORE hype, a new trend, new book, the next promise of losing a dress size overnight!

Box clever – look at classes and nutritional PRINCIPLES that never change. Sports science is ever evolving and this is a good thing but there are some nutritional foundations that remain constant.

I can tell you NOW what is just about to hit the fitness scene and they’re GOOD, BUT we’re also just about to get REALLY busy in our sports injuries clinics for those who are any less than super fit. I can also tell you now there is a huge wave of new supplements just about to hit the shelves BUT they can never replace good, wholesome and REAL foods! If you want to be taken care of properly and ethically, with YOU and your body type, YOU and your fitness level considered get yourselves to a local fit-pro who can assess you as an individual.

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Local Talent: Rob Barnby and Lewis Day Artists Names? Rob Barnby and Lewis Day.

Designs in Birmingham.

Type of Artist? Furniture Designer/Makers.

What has been your proudest moment?

Receiving a letter from Sir Terrance Conran (Habitat and The Conran Shop founder) inviting us to be involved with his next project which will be exhibited in the V&A Museum over the London Design Week!

Range of Products: Free standing furniture including desks, shelving units, coffee tables, wardrobes, sideboards and more. We also take on small commercial projects, most recently completed the furnishing of Wye Valley Canoes new bunkhouse chapel conversion.

Where can your products be purchased? We make all our products to order, they can be purchased through our website at www.barnbyandday.co.uk Price range? Our products start from £195.

How long have you been an artist?

Lewis; Barnby and Day was formed back in 2012 and so I have only been operating under my own pressures for a short time. I learnt my skills working for a local cabinet maker during my A-levels, so I have been working with wood for roughly 5 or 6 years.

Rob; I graduated back in 2009 and following that started to experiment with pieces that slowly began to turn into the beginnings of a range. Initially a lot of time was spent trying to kit out the workshop, was a bit of a shock leaving the University facilities behind!

Where did you train or gain experience? Lewis; As I mentioned earlier, my making/learning experience was gained through a local cabinet maker (Zebra Design). My engineering degree at Swansea University also gave me some useful tools which can be applied to wood work.

Rob; Likewise I also worked for Barty at Zebra Design where I met Lewis. I then went on to study Furniture & Product Design at Nottingham Trent University and took a placement year working for hb

What would you class as ‘your masterpiece’? Rob; Not sure on “masterpiece” but I suppose I do have a favourite design, that being the Frame Desk. This was one of my first designs for the range, and so I’m fairly attached to it!

Have you any future plans for your work? The main plan is to continue to grow the brand and range. We are also involved with an exciting new London based spinning gym (Psycle).

They already have one site just off Regents Street and we have a further two to complete by this time next year. It would also be great to get some of our products into some major London retailers.

What advice would you give a local artist? Very cliché I guess, but go for it and stick at it. The highs outweigh the lows in the end...most of the time!

What other local artists do you admire? Ryan Saxon, Ben Hills and Chris Armstrong, the list could go on. Their level of work is excellent and help and advice over the years has been much appreciated.

Artist statement: Believing in Dieter Rams principle that “good design should be as little design as possible”. Our furniture has an intended simplicity to it drawing inspiration from Scandinavian design and its ability to create beautiful objects through simple and intelligent design.

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Jokes of the Month

by Father & Son

(Colan & James Badham) A man left for work one Friday afternoon. Instead of going home, he stayed out the entire weekend hunting with the boys and spending all his wages.

When he finally got home on Sunday night, he was confronted by his very angry wife. After two hours, she stopped nagging and said: ‘How would you like it if you didn’t see me for two or three days?’ He replied: ‘That would be fine with me.’ Monday went by and he didn’t see his wife. Tuesday and Wednesday came and went with the same results.

Thursday, the swelling went down just enough for him to see her a little out of the corner of his left eye!

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Wild in June

Protecting wildlife for the future

For a few weeks from the end of this month Burnet moths will be flying.This one is a Six-spot Burnet taking nectar from the food plant of its caterpillar, Bird’s-foot-trefoil.

My favourite place to look for moths and butterflies on sunny mid-summer days is Ty-Mawr meadows, halfway along the footpath between Llangorse lakeside and the small car park below Llangasty church.

On a fine day there may be hundreds of Burnets, some settled on flowers, purple Knapweed is a favourite, many buzzing past as red blurs.With patience you might be able to find Five-spot Burnets among their more numerous relatives. In these lovely flowery meadows there will also be many butterflies, bees and other insects.

You can find out more about Llangorse Lake at the website www.aroundllangorselake.co.uk, and a new printed guide and map is also available. As traditional meadows like those conserved at Ty-Mawr are now so scarce and intensively managed fields support little wildlife, our own gardens take on extra importance.

Brecknock Wildlife Trust will be promoting gardening for wildlife with displays and events this summer.To find out more, visit www.brecknockwildlifetrust.org.uk.

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Cariad’s Column

Launching July ‘14

“Hello everyone,

local family magazine

In April I went on holiday. I went on a air plane. JJ, my big brother came too. We played on a pirate ship that had slides, sprinkle things and lots of other little people. I went to the beach but didn’t like the sand in between my toes.

The other day I went to a Moo Music class in Brecon. My Mummy took me.We got to sing, dance and play.You can read all about it in the Local Beacon, the other magazine.

My Daddy and I have been busy planting vegetables.

We’ve planted peas, onions, potatoes, carrots, courgetts ... A lot of them start off as tiny little seeds. Daddy says I will eat them soon. But if I eat them, I don’t think I will be full up. Good job I still have some Easter eggs left from the kind Easter bunny.

I must go now, Hay Festival is calling.

Lots of love, Cariad Mia Badham x”

Are you a local activity provider, a party organiser, a tutor, a cake maker, a holiday club, or a shop for children’s toys and clothes?

If you offer a service, a product or events and classes for children aged 0 - 12 years then the, soon to be launched, Cariads Local Family Magazine is right up your street!

Before the 2014 Summer Holidays, this magazine will be packed into the Children’s bags at their School or Nursery, going direct to the decision makers - the parents or carers.

We are working with local Primary Schools and Nurseries in Brecon, Bronllys, Builth, Clifford, Clyro, Crickhowell, Eardisley, Gladestry, Hay, Llangattock, Llangorse, Llangynidr, Llanigon, Llyswen, Sennybridge, Talgarth and Whitney.

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(Free editorial offered on a first come, first served basis.)

For more information give Lisa Marie a tinkle on 01544 327716 or drop her an email lisamarie@wyelocal.co.uk “Being a parent to a 1 year old and a step parent to 9 year old I am really looking forward to gathering all the information other local families need for the upcoming School Holidays!” Lisa Marie x

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Calming Chamomile

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Chamomile is not only my favourite herbal tea at the moment but also one of my favourite plants to have in the garden. It is lovely with its apple-scented leaves and white daisly-like flowers.

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You can even grow Chamomile successfully in pots or window boxes. Pick the flowers when they are fully open and use about a teaspoon (fresh or dry) in a teapot or mug and add hot water; infuse for 3-5 minutes and strain for a homegrown healthy treat.

The essential oil form is available as well – it has analgesic (pain-relieving) properties. Up to 8 drops swirled into a bath can help with those aches and pains.

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Yet again we will be producing As per last year, our aim is to distribute the supplement to areas outside of Brecon before the event.Then over the weekend of Brecon Jazz, copies of the supplement will be available to pick up.

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A weekend in BRECON entertainment, outdoors of music, street retail and the great activities, food,

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Free Stuff at the Vets The Dogs Trust and Hay Vets have teamed up to provide free microchipping for all dogs. From 1st March 2015 it will be a legal requirement that all dogs in Wales be microchipped. Similar rules are likely to arrive in England soon too.

This offer will allow everyone to ensure their dog can be accurately identified by vets or Dog Wardens using a scanner to read a dog’s chip. The reading is used to identify the dog’s owner, who can be contacted quickly and reunited with their pet.

If you would like to take advantage of this offer then call the practice and book your dog’s appointment. The ‘Chipping Clinics’ run twice each week.There really is no catch – it’s even cheaper than chips!

June and July also sees the launch of www. wormpatrol.co.uk. This website allows all pet owners to work out when best to treat for worms.

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General Handyman Home & Garden • Small Jobs • Repairs • Larger Projects

• Beef • Lamb • Pork • Fresh Farm Chickens • Home-Made Sausages • Faggots • Home-Cured Bacon Gorgeous Meat Pies • Pasties • Sausage Rolls

“Make the most of your home”

cooked fresh every morning

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Lots of new tasty bits in our deli counter!

Call into discuss your requirements with us

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CLG HAY ON WYE

BUILDING CONTRACTOR

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SPECIALIZING IN • RENOVATIONS INCLUDING BATHROOMS AND KITCHENS • EXTENSIONS • ROOFING All enquires welcome All wor k insured Contact: Lee Gwynne Tel: 01497 820 908 Mobile: 07795 546 731

Gwernyfed Rugby Club 50th Anniversary Gwernyfed Rugby Football Club RFC is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a series of events to mark this unique year. To begin the year GRFC is holding a Celebratory Concert at Great House Barn, Talgarth (Vin Stephens farm, LD3 0RA) on 14th June. It will be a grand event featuring four choirs from towns that have regularly played against us over the last 50 years. So along with our resident choir, Talgarth, there will be the male choirs from Brecon, Builth Wells and Rhayader. This gives a combined total of 150 voices, so a unique and rich sound is guaranteed.

On a warm summers evening this promises to be a hugely enjoyable event. The bar will open at 6.30pm with the concert itself starting at 7.30pm. It will finish at about 9.30pm and afterwards the choirs will remain behind for the ‘afterglow’ and do the second, informal part of the concert until late.

Tickets are £10 each and can be obtained from The GRFC Clubhouse, Paper Shop, Siop y Bont and The Mill, all in Talgarth. Also by ringing: 01874 711975 or 07971 840786 or emailing: GRFC.Concert@yahoo. co.uk with details.

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The results of this year’s Local Landscapes Photography Competition Thank you to all the entries which were sent in to us.

Yet again, proof of such amazing photographic talent in our area. To judge this year’s competition we had professional photographer Clare Williams who is part of the Wye Local team, Lynda Like who is our newest team member and has a love of walking in our beautiful area, and me, Lisa Marie, with a passion for photography and I just wish that I had more time to get out with my own camera!

3rd Prize: Laurie Higgins. ‘Mynydd Troed with rainbow’ The colours captured in this image are ... WOW.

1st Prize: Gareth Scanlon. ‘Last Light - Red Kite Over Llyn Y Fan Fach, Brecon Beacons’ All three judges were instantly drawn to the Kite in flight with Llyn Y Fan Fach as the back drop. We felt this was a very original entry, nothing similar has ever been sent in.

Highly Commended: Oleg Vityuk. ‘Sugar loaf frosty day’ What an unusual contrast, snow on the mountain with a Shepherd’ Delight sky.

The results to this competition are now on our Facebook Page. Be sure to add your comments to the individual images.

2nd Prize: Will Lewis. ‘Mist over Llangorse Lake’

These, plus 9 other images have now been included

What a magnificent view of Llangorse Lake. The mist gave this image a lovely feel.

in the 2015 Local Landcapes Calendar. Out now in local shops.

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JAMIE HOWARD

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR • Commercial & Domestic • House Rewires & Extensions • New Build Installations • PAT Testing • Maintenance & Repairs • TV & Telephone • Electrical Installation condition Reports • Inspection & Testing

Eyecare for all the family

All Work Guaranteed

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children under 16 students under 19 those on income based benefits over 60s Diabetic and glaucoma sufferers Over 40s with family history of glaucoma Those registered sight impaired or severely sight impaired Anyone with extreme long or short sight may be eligible

MOBILE: 07790 147472 HOME: 01497 821985

Children’s Eye Assessment Contact lens fitting and follow-ups Optical coherence tomography (3-D eye scanning) Digital retinal photography Low vision assessment Red/sore eye assessment Dry eye assessment and treatment DVLA licence renewal eye testing Large frame selection and specialist lens advice Hearing tests available on request.

Eye Plan direct debit scheme available for glasses and contact lenses

01497 821260 Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm Saturday 9am to 1pm Backfold, Hay-on-Wye. (Formally J M Penning Optometrist)

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SMITH BUILDERS LTD The future of construction

Combining traditional building with the innovation of new sustainable technologies...

• New Builds • Extensions • Barn Conversions • Renovation • Commercial Contracting M: 07815 089213 : 07875 701226 T: 01544 327169 E: info@smithbuildersltd.co.uk W: www.smithbuildersltd.co.uk Brick Cottage Winforton Hereford HR3 6EB

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Craig Pritchard Electrical Contractor

Mallyfest By day, Mally Powell was a sheep - farmer in Llanigon.

By night, he was the singer of Zip Zip Undo Me & Superpumped the cult glam disco funk bands.

In November 2013, at the age of 48, Mally lost his battle with throat cancer.

Mallyfest was started by his family and close friends as a fitting tribute to and celebration of this wonderful man of the Black Mountains. Many of his friends were in bands themselves in London, where Mally lived for many years, and they will be performing on the day alongside artists from Hay and the surrounding area.

All aspects of electrics, Domestic, Commercial, Industrial. Inspecting and testing.

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t. 01981500555 m. 07581094584 e. craigpritchard333@ymail.com Colebrook cottage, Bredwardine, Hereford, HR3 6BZ

Mally was buried at Pen-yr-Heol Chapel, Llanigon.

Money raised at the first Mallyfest music festival will go towards the chapel’s Stable Project. Tickets are only £10 for 12 hours of live bands and DJs and are now selling rapidly from www.mallyfest.org, Golesworthy’s in Broad Street and Chris and Dai’s Newsagent in Lion Street Hay-on-Wye. Mallyfest 2014 takes place at Baskerville Hall, Clyro on June 21st 2pm - 2am. For more information please visit www.mallyfest.org

THE TRAM INN Traditional Country Freehouse Real Ales, Home Cooked Meals & Lovely Family Garden

The Tram Inn Eardisley Hereford HR3 6PG

01544 327251 info@thetraminn.co.uk www.thetraminn.co.uk

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Helen is Flying High!

As a Personal Travel Advisor Helen has twenty eight years’ experience in the travel trade and she has her own business. This is complemented by all the benefits provided by the Co-operative Travel Group and Thomas Cook Holidays, who have won the highest awards, year after year, for their business acumen and support of Travel Advisors, giving total protection with ABTA and ATOL bonding. If you are weary of call centres and trawling the internet and you need a knowledgeable human being to talk to who really cares and will provide you with independent and unbiased advice, given in a friendly caring way, with humour, then Helen can help you.

All this personal service is given with NO EXTRA CHARGES OR CONSULTANCY FEES, and often with opportunities for upgrades, special offers, airport taxis, and executive

lounges. It is also provided at times to suit you and with a 24/7 helpline for you, you have excellent support and security wherever you travel.

All dietary needs, medical requests, disabilities, airport assistance, inoculations, and visas can be addressed so that the joy of a holiday can begin on the first day of planning.

Helen constantly meets and beats internet quotes and there is no holiday that cannot be arranged including a wide selection of British holidays from cottages to castles, self-catering to camping, hotels and holiday parks, you name it Helen will find it!

Using modern technology but with old fashioned values and courtesy, Helen will make you feel what you are – very special!

Article supplied by Helen Bruce Personal Travel Advisor Telephone: 01497 831 315

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Castle Greengrocers Retailer & Wholesaler

18 mile cycle ride in aid of Cystic Fibrosis

22 Castle Street, Hay-on-Wye HR3 5DF 01497 822742 Open: Monday - Thursday 9.00 - 5.00 Friday and Saturday 9.00 - 5.30

Cystic Fibrosis are grateful for your support.

Although the trust has achieved a lot in 50 years, they still have not achieved their ultimate goal. They haven’t yet beaten Cystic Fibrosis - completely beaten it- once and for all. They won’t celebrate until everyone can.

So instead of partying, they are working harder than ever. So what are you waiting for - ring 01497 831415 for a sponsor form and get sponsored NOW! NOW! NOW!

Fresh fruit and vegetables, quality wines and local jams and preserves

The sponsored 18 mile cycle ride takes place on Saturday 21st June 2014, starting at Hay Town Clock 10am. Please help, old and present and new riders. They want this to be the best and biggest but they can not do it without you.

For more information please contact John and Penny Evans on 01497 831415. They need you and lots of money to raise £6,000, the best year to date.

Web Design, Hosting & Management

Tom Weaver Fully Qualified Tradesmen

Desktop PC, Laptop and Server Repair

•Bricklayer •Stonemasons •Specialists in Timber Frame •Self Build •Barn Conversions •Dry Stone Walling •Patios •Extensions Save pounds by going direct to tradesmen

Network Installation, Management & Support Business IT Consultancy, Security, Data Protection

Telephone: 01544 327 310 Email: info@opsoftware.net www.opsoftware.net

Telephone: 07816487613 Email: Tom_weaver9@yahoo.co.uk

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Get fit this Summer

At Haygarth doctors, they are going to practise what they preach to our patients and get fit this Summer.

Walking is simple and free, and regular walking can improve your health, help you lose weight, and reduce the chances of developing certain chronic diseases such as heart disease and diabetes.

So on June 21st, a group of staff from Hay & Talgarth surgeries will be walking a 10 mile stretch of the Wye valley walk. They will be raising money for two important charities who provide excellent services locally - DIAL-A-RIDE and GUIDE DOGS for the BLIND. Please sponsor them and help to raise much needed funds for these two worthy causes. Sponsor forms are at Hay & Talgarth surgery reception desks and at local businesses. They will be very grateful for your support.

Join Our Team of Superheroes!

Hay & District Dial-a-Ride’s volunteers are really special and we would like to say thank you to them for giving over 5,000 hours of service last year!

We travelled over 25,000 miles getting people to medical appointments, social clubs, shopping and more.

New members always welcome - come and try out our new minibus!

If you are interested in joining our team, we have flexible volunteering opportunities for minibus/MPV drivers, passenger assistants and within the Community Car Service for drivers using their own vehicles. We pay for any training necessary and your expenses.

As little as 2 hours a month can make all the difference to our members, so if you are friendly and sociable and would like to know more, call us or pop in to see us.

The office is open from 9am to noon Monday to Friday.

01497 821616 or email: haydialaride@gmail.com

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News from Plan B As required by our constitution Plan B for Hay held our AGM on the evening of Friday 11th April. We would like to thank our members for a good turnout and discussion.The general consensus was that Plan B For Hay should continue to exist until it is completely clear how the new school will be funded and construction has started. Until that time there is still a possibility that the supermarket plan or a variation from developers is promoted. We will continue to engage with Powys County Council and its Education Portfolio Cabinet Member, currently Myfanwy Alexander, to get the latest status updates and will inform you when there is news to share. Thanks for bearing with us and if you have any questions or issues please contact us mail@planbforhay.org

Joinery LTD JDW JOINERY LTD is a family run company specialising in the design and manufacture of purpose made joinery.

Which includes: Windows, Doors, Frames & Screens, Oak Framed Porches, Sunrooms/Conservatories, Staircases, Handmade Kitchens – with design & installation.

On behalf of Plan B for Hay Mark Hainge - Chair

Looking to save money and time on your business post?

W2Post can send your UK and International mail.

We have contracts with blue chip companies and can send anything from a letter, packet, parcel or pallet at competitive rates.

We collect from your business There is no contract to sign

Please contact us for your free no obligation quotation:

Use our service as little or as often as you like

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HAYVETS CARIADBADHAM HAYU3A GETTOGETHERCLUB GWERNYFEDHIGHSCHOOL HAYDAYCLUB CHRISDAVIES PLANB WILDLIFETRUST GWERNYFEDRFC MALLYFEST HAYGARTH FAIRTRADEHAY BLACKMOUNTAINSLIONS COOPTRAVEL WILLIAMPOWELL

Excellent range of canoes and kayaks, expert advise with everything you need for a trip down the Wye.

Learn to canoe and kayak this spring,

For the chance to WIN a PSM Torch. Please complete the wordsearch, fill in the details below and send to Wye Local (address is on page 1).

Closing date is 16th June 2014.

Name:........................................................................................

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BCU courses for beginner and intermediates.

Our popular Half day or full day guided river trips are the safest way to explore the Wye valley.

Tel: 01497 820022

www.psmoutdoors.co.uk

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Wyeside Tree & Garden Care & Property Maintenance All aspects of garden maintenance work undertaken from lawns to patios, fencing, sheds and landscaping.

All types of building and property maintenance and renovation undertaken.

Fully Insured and references available.

Contact: David Arrowsmith on 01497 821874 Email: davidaarrowsmith@live.co.uk

Pete’s Carpets Pony Trekking/Riding/Hacking Spectacular riding into the heart of the Black Mountains.

Quality horses and friendly, experienced guides ensure all abilities have an enjoyable day

Riding Lessons for Children & Adults All ages and abilities catered for

BHS Qualified Instructors Floodlit Manege BHS Approved Livery Facilities DIY or Full

Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning Domestic and Commerical Work Undertaken • High Powered Truck Mounted Machine • Fast Drying

Ask for Pete

01874 711307 07595 220242

Tregoyd Riding Centre

BHS, WTRA, AALA & Visit Wales approved Three Cocks, Brecon, Powys LD3 0SP

Tel: 01497847351

Email: info@tregoydriding.co.uk Web:www.tregoydriding.co.uk

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News from Black Mountains Lions Club

The Black Mountains Lions were proud to be able to continue their support for Dial-a-Ride with a substantial donation towards a new 10 passenger seat Bus. More than 6,500 passenger trips per year are made possible by this fantastic service. Every day of the week and sometimes evenings and weekends as well, volunteer drivers transport members from Hay and the surrounding area.

Dial-a-Ride is essential to a great number of people in the area, both aged & infirm, who rely on the service for hospital & GP appointments, shopping, social occasions etc.

We all enjoyed a lovely sunny afternoon along with many others who gathered to celebrate the launch with birthday cake and bubbly.

Beacons Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning • High Powered • Truck Mounted • Steam Cleaning • Fast Drying • We Don’t Use Your Water

COAL, WOOD & OIL HEATING

Stewart K. Powles PLUMBING & HEATING ENGINEER 4 Garibaldi Terrace Hay-on-Wye Hereford HR3 5AW

• We Don’t Use Your Electric • Safe & Pet Friendly Chemicals • Fully Insured

Call: Simon on 07813261697 Email: s.penny96@hotmail.com

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News from Fairtrade Hay It’s been a while since our last update – but hopefully some of you have seen us either going bananas at Hay market, or selling fairtrade tea and coffee at Hay Spring Fair. We were delighted to contribute almost 100 signatories to Fairtrade Foundation’s 70,000 strong petition for fairer banana pricing. The petition has now been delivered to Vince Cable, so we’re hoping that the government will investigate unfair supermarket pricing practices and act to protect the producers of the UK’s favourite fruit.

We raised around £250 by serving fairtrade tea, coffee and cakes at the Hay Spring Fair. We’ll be continuing to invest in shares from Shared Interest, providing financial services to fair trade producers, retailers, importers and exporters throughout the world.

For Issues February - July 2014 we will absorb the VAT increase

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Our signature tea stall will be in action again on Sunday 15th June at the open garden at Montpelier Cottage, Brilley – part of the National Garden Society open gardens programme. Come along to see a beautiful garden and get your fairtrade cuppa.

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As the summer gets underway, you might be planning a wardrobe update. There are some great fair trade clothing options in Hay – try Mata Traders at Eighteen Rabbit and People Tree at Flow.

And if you’re planning a barbecue, you can pick up a fairtrade disposable grill from the Co-op, with charcoal made by producers in Namibia – and of course there’s plenty of fairtrade wine available too!

All homes in Hay & Cusop 1000 magazines

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Wye Local can design your advert free of charge.

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Or you can supply finished artwork as a jpg or high res pdf.

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CQC Registered

Homecare Providers We Offer Personal Care Services To Help You Stay At Home From helping you to start the day with personal care, washing dressing & breakfast. Assist with medicines.

The complete housekeeping service for second homes and holiday lets.....

Any shopping, cleaning, meal preparation, laundry & ironing AND at the end of the day we can assist you to bed

Cleaning (regular and one-off) Laundry Service Key-Holding Maintenance Property ‘Caretaking’

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News from Glasbury

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The weather was brilliant for our first outing of the year, a very enjoyable sunny day out at Slimbridge. We so enjoyed seeing the birdlife, especially the activities of the baby chicks, and then later, we were given a talk at the otter enclosure while we watched them being fed.

Dates for your diary: Our next club meeting at Glasbury Village Hall will be on Wednesday 25th June, 2.30-4.30 pm. We are pleased to have David Coles, a local Beekeeper to give a screen presentation on the subject Honeybees and Pollination.

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We will have our usual raffle and tea later. Hope you are able to join us, bring a friend. Small items for raffle prizes always appreciated.

Outing to St Fagans (by popular request) on Friday 25th July £10 deposit please. It helps a lot if you can book early.

Reminder: To everyone booked to see War Horse on the 24th June 7.30pm at the Millennium Centre, Cardiff. Leave 4.30pm from Glasbury Village Hall.

New Members Welcome.

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News from Gwernyfed High School

Baskerville Hall Hotel Clyro Court Nr Hay-on-Wye

on the A438 Hereford to Brecon main road at Clyro

Open Acoustic Session Every Wednesday An informal gathering of players, singers and friends, entirely acoustic, without the paraphernalia of leads and microphones.

Collaborations encouraged. A free drink and a bowl of chips for all performers.

Audience and players - All Welcome

From 8.30pm Free entry from 7pm Real Ale & Bar Snacks available 7pm - 9.30pm Ample free car parking

Tel: 01497 820033

www.baskervillehall.co.uk At the end of the Spring Term the Art Department along with Year 10 Photography and Graphic Design students created the first Gwernyfed High School Light Festival. Students had developed fantastic work and as a part of celebrating their success their work was projected onto the school buildings accompanied by music of their choice.

Students had researched different light festivals around the world and decided to have one of our own! All of the work shown has developed from practical workshops in the drama studio. Students were able to experiment with plasma balls, torches and glow sticks to create exciting long exposure photographs and designs. The Year 11 Catering and Hospitality students kindly sold an excellent assortment of cakes!

The evening was a great success and it was fantastic to see Year 10 working so hard. Thank you to all those who came to support the Gwernyfed High School Light Festival.

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Hay Town Council

PARRY RICHARDS Carpenter and Joiner

Office Space Available to Rent In the Centrally Located Hay Town Council Offices

All aspects of 1st and 2nd fix carpentry: • • • • • •

Meeting Venue

new builds renovation work roofing kitchens and bathrooms tiling wood and laminate floors

Looking for a venue for meetings, groups or workshops?

Our Council Chamber is available for bookings.

Discounts available for Hay based charities.

For further information please contact: Nigel Lewis Town Clerk 01497 820296 (Tues & Thurs till 3) Email: haytownclerk@hotmail.co.uk

Tel: 01497 847512 Mob: 07779 328443 Email: bparryrichards@aol.com

R.C.SMART & SON TRADITIONAL BUILDERS – Trading since 1983 – • NEW BUILD • BARN CONVERSIONS • RESTORATIONS • GROUNDWORKS • RENOVATIONS • EXTENSIONS • GENERAL BUILDING WORKS FOR A FREE NO OBLIGATION QUOTE

Call Ron Mobile: 07836567295 Telephone: 01497847306 Email: ron281257@gmail.co.uk N.H.B.C Reg Builder all work fully insured

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News from The Hayday Cafe

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Our efforts to provide a place where dementia sufferers, and those who look after them, can get together and enjoy themselves are continuing with success. All of our costs are met by donations from our own community. We would like to thank Glasbury Gardeners and Kirsty Williams for their kind contributions which will enable us to keep going through this year.

Thanks also to Jo Eliot and Noel Kingsbury for offering to open their lovely garden at Montpelier Cottage, Brilley on 29th June from 2 - 5pm. Entrance will be £5 and all proceeds will go to the Cafe.

Contact Trish Richardson on 01497 821381 for more details.

We meet on the first Monday of the month, Cusop Village Hall, 2.30 – 4pm. Transport can be arranged.

Clocks Watches Clogau Gold Jewellery Silverware A nice selection of gifts in stock 10 High Town Hay-on-Wye Hereford HR3 5AE

Tel: 01497821848 Repairs & Restoration of Antique & Modern Clocks, Watches, Barometers & Jewellery

Guy Notman Upholstery Reupholstery and loose covers Sofas & chairs made to order Hardwood frames and fully spring seats No foam used in construction Feather, fibre or feather flex cushions 2 seater sofas from £650 + fabric • Also headboards, ottomans and footstools made to measure • Selection of fabrics • Curtain making service available

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News from Hay U3A Our next U3A meeting will be at 10.30am on Tuesday 17th June at The Swan at Hay, Church Street. The afternoon talk begins at 1.30pm.

In the morning the garden historian Robin Whalley will be giving an illustrated talk on the The Great Edwardian Gardens of Harold Peto (1854-1933). In the afternoon gardener Deborah Gillingham will be giving an illustrated talk about some of the gardens she visited during her recent visit to Japan.

The entrance fee is £3 for members and £5 for non-members and pre booked light lunches are available from the Swan from 12.15am.

For further information see our web site: www.u3ahay.org.uk or telephone: Rodney Mace 01497 820679

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What’s on: during the week MONDAY Jolly Tots Stay and Play: 9 - 11am.

Hay Primary School. £2 a session, £1 for additional children. Come along for creative activities, play and fun! Everyone welcome.Term time only. Contact Becky 07786552832 or Hannah 07557410864.

Clyro Primary School Parent and Toddler Group: 9 - 10.30am.

For play, fun activities, songs and stories. 0 – 5 years. Just turn up and join in! £1 per session. Contact 01497 820860.

Llanigon Playgroup: 9.30 - 11am (come any time between 9 and 9.30am). Term time only. Llanigon School. Weekly themes and activities, everyone welcome.

Freestyle Fitness Yoga: 9.15 10am at the Gym & Tonic Health Club.Contemporary and sociable the’ East has been taken out’, leaving us to simply explore the poses. No chanting. You’ll love it! £6. 01497 822995.

Threading Notions Craft Circle: 10am – 12.30pm. Cusop Village Hall. £2.50 per session (to include unlimited tea/coffee/biscuits!). First session free of charge. A lively, friendly, helpful, chatty group and a warm, light, welcoming venue.

Bring all those unfinished craft pieces - there will probably be someone who can help! All ages welcome. Contact Judi Bunn 01874 754062.

Life Drawing: 10am - 4pm at Clyro Village Hall. Beginners welcome.

Contact 01497 831550. MODELS WANTED. Hayday Café: (first Monday of the month). 2 – 4pm. Cusop Village Hall. A new cafe for people living with dementia. Transport can be arranged. Contact Trish Richardson 01497 821381.

Hay Bridge Club: 2 – 5pm. The Swan Hotel, Hay. Our friendly relaxed Bridge Club is now up

and running. New members of all standards welcome. Contact Jenny 01497 831287.

Friendship Club: (third Monday of the month) 2.30 - 4pm at Llanigon Village Hall. Tea, cakes and chat.

Contact Ann Pritchard 01497 847221.

Zumba Gold: 5 - 6pm Hay Parish Hall. Exhilarating and easy going exercise with Latin inspired dance moves - easy to follow and suitable for everybody. Beginners and Senior Dancers especially welcome. Additional classes at Talgarth Town Hall on Thursdays 10.30 - 11.30am and at Brecon Mind Mondays 2-3pm. Contact Wynona 01874 711499.

Boxercise: 6 - 6.45pm at the Gym & Tonic Health Club. For men and women. £6. Contact 01497 822995.

Spinning: 6pm & 7pm at Gwernyfed Sports Centre. Call to book 01497 847740.

Yoga Grenade: 6.45-7.15pm.

Gym & Tonic Health Club, Hay. Explosive 8 minutes of metabolic exercise followed by strong Yoga poses. Conditioned clients only please for this one! Contact 01497 822995.

Craft Class: 7 - 9pm. Dolls House Fun, Hay. Contact Mrs Abel 01497 821913.

Alive & Kickin’ Community Choir: St. Michael’s Church, Wheat St., Brecon. £5 per session / £3 for Coleg Powys Staff & Students. Everyone from age 12 upwards is very welcome. Please don’t worry about needing any past singing experience. It’s open to everyone! Contact Tanya Walker 07723 016837.

Llanigon YFC Meeting: 7 - 9.30pm at Llanigon Village Hall. Contact Philip Price 01497 847342.

Short Mat Bowls: 7.30 - 9.30pm at Clyro Village Hall. All ages and

levels of expertise welcome!

Contact Liz Griffiths 01497 820570 Bell Ringing Practice: 7.30pm at St.Peter’s Church, Glasbury. New ringers are always most welcome.

TUESDAY Llyswen Parent & Toddler Group: 9.15 - 11.15am. Term time only.

Llyswen Village Hall. Everyone welcome, lots of fun and good company. Children from 0 Schoolage.

Kettlebell Mania: 9.15 - 10am at the Gym & Tonic Health Club.

Perfect for after the school drop off! £6. Contact G&T’s on 01497 822995.

Yoga Active and Stretching: 9.15 – 11am at Cusop Village Hall. Our lovely new, quiet and warm venue.

Come and join in our friendly group, give it a try and see if you like it! Beginners and all levels welcome. £5 per session. Contact Emma Phillpotts on 01497 831704 or email emmaphillpotts@gmail. com.

Dorstone Dormice Baby and Toddler Group: 10am to 12noon.

(Including term time). Dorstone Village Hall. £1- for the first child and 50 pence for subsequent children. All welcome! Contact Kari Morgan 01497 831752.

Craft Class run by South Powys Parkinson’s branch: 10am - 1pm at Talgarth Church Hall. Make your own greetings cards with a tutor.

Knit, sew, tapestry, rag rug making etc.

Art Class (any medium): 10.30am - 12.30pm at the Dolls House Fun, Hay. Contact Mrs Abel 01497 821913.

Shakespeare Play Readings: (Alternate Tuesdays) 2 - 5pm.

Glasbury Village Hall. With the Willow Globe Theatre Company.

Contact 01597 811487.

Boughrood Cycle Club: 6pm.

What’s on: during the week Regular summer evening road rides, winter day and evening road rides depending on weather. Pub & café breaks. All welcome. Meet at bus stop nr. Boughrood Village Shop. Contact Sarah 01874 754031.

Bowling: Arrive at 6pm to commence play at 6.30pm at Brecon Road, Hay. All welcome.

Talgarth Cricket Club (Nets Training): 6pm at Talgarth Cricket Pitch. Contact Mr Paul Norris, Chairman 07507508172.

Athletic Pilates: 6 - 6.45pm at Gym & Tonic Health Club. Our am session is so popular we HAD to extend it to the evenings!

Suitable for the more experienced or advanced fitness levels. £6.

Contact G&T’s on 01497 822995.

1st Hay-On-Wye Scout Group – Beavers: 6 – 7pm. Masonic Hall, Brecon Road, Hay. Contact Ellie 01497 821650 or 07772661480.

Gwernyfed Ladies Running Club: 6.15pm. Location varies, see Gwernyfed Sports Centre Facebook Page. Contact 01497 847740.

Talgarth Bowling Club (Practice Night): 6.30pm, Talgarth. New bowlers welcome. Contact 01874 623477.

Glasbury Paddlers: Canoe club meets at 6.30pm at Glasbury.

Formore information call in at PSM Outdoors in Hay and ask for Peter.

Circuits: 6.45pm at Gwernyfed Sports Centre. Drop in class.

Contact 01497 847740.

Circuits Blast’ with Cat: 6.45 7.30pm at Gym & Tonic Health Club. Traditional circuits with exercises you’ll know and love.

Results proven. £6. Contact G&T’s

on: 01497 822995.

Death Café: (Second Tuesday of the month). 7pm. The Globe, Hay. Tea and cake and talk of death.

Free entry. Contact mlord10@ btinternet.com.

Gwernyfed Hockey Club Training: 7 – 8pm Brecon Leisure Centre’s Astro. All abilities welcome. Contact Nicola Drew 07812691345.

Hola! - Spanish for beginner: 7 – 8.30pm. Also are you interested in walking and learning Spanish?

Join us to go to Santiago de Compostela at the end of September. Learn and practice your Spanish now! Contact Mely 01497 820991 or 07837 160505.

Zumba: 7.45 - 8.45pm. Glasbury Village Hall.This fun inclusive group welcomes all to come and get fit while having a laugh with us.

Suitable for beginners. Bring a drink. Classes £4.75 (pay on arrival). Pre-booking not required.

Talgarth YFC Meeting: 7 - 9pm at Gwernyfed Rugby Club, Talgarth.

Contact Kayleigh 01874 658713.

Hay Camera Club: 7.30pm at Llanigon Village Hall. Contact Christine Starnes 01981550589 or 07932716035.

membership will also help in the running of the RBL. Contact Barbara Travers 01497 847777.

Hay Neighbourhood Policing Team public PACT Meeting: (last Tuesday of the month) 7.30 8.30pm at the Hay Town Council Offices, all are welcome. Contact on 08453302000.

Volleyball: 8 - 9.30pm, at Gwernyfed High School Sports Centre. All abilities welcome, have fun and get a bit of exercise, first session free. Contact Rupert Bateson 07511207769.

WEDNESDAY Whitney Crocodiles Parent & Toddler Session: 9.30 - 11am.

Term time only.

Pick ‘n Mix’ for ABSOLUTE beginners: 9.15 – 10am. Gym & Tonic Health Club. You’ll love this session: A triple sampler class.

You’ll experience 3 different disciplines but at easy entry level!

JUST what you need - so relaxed!

Contact 01497 822995.

Coffee morning:10.30am - 12 at Royston Hall, Bronllys. Coffee or tea and cake £1. Proceeds to the hall. Everyone welcome.

Transition Town Hay Meeting: (third Tuesday of the month) 7.30pm at The Kilverts. Come along to find out more about the transition movement, enjoy an informal discussion or bring an idea for a new project.

Hay Luncheon Club: (third Wednesday of the month) at The Masonic Hall, Hay. We have a delicious roast dinner and a speaker or activity afterwards, a very pleasant, sociable time together after our meal and raffle. Contact Trish Kiddle 01497 821276.

Royal British Legion (Womens Section): (third Tuesday of the month) 7.30pm. Hay & District Social Club (Ex Royal British Legion), opposite Kilverts Hotel, Hay. Talks, discussions, demonstrations, quizzes etc. Your

Wednesday Lunch Club: (third Wednesday of the month) Rhosgoch Golf Club. Nothing formal, just lots of happy chatter over a good lunch. Why not come along and join us? Contact Wendy King 01497 851229.

What’s on: during the week The Scribblers: 4.15 - 5.30pm at The Drill Hall, 25 Lion Street, Hay. Contact Sophie 01497 822620.

Velo Hay Cycle Club: 6pm.Drover Cycles, Forest Road, Hay. All welcome. Contact 01497 821134 or visit Drover Cycles Facebook page for details of rides.

Freestyle Fitness Yoga: 6 - 6.45pm at the Gym & Tonic Health Club Contemporary and sociable - the’ East has been taken out’, leaving us tosimply explore the poses. £6.

01497 822995.

Hay on Wye Scout Group: Scouts 6.30 - 8pm. Hay Parish Hall. Adult helpers also required. Contact Martin 01874 754291.

Kettlercise: 6.30pm at Gwernyfed Sports Centre. Call to book.

Contact 01497 847740.

Tennis Club: 6.30pm onwards at the Tennis Courts Hay. Contact AlunSmith 07967914123.

Live Music @ Baskerville HallOpen Mic Acoustic Night: doors open 7pm. Music 8.30pm. Food available 7 – 9.30pm. Baskerville Hall Hotel, Clyro Court. Free admission, all welcome. Contact 01497 820033.

Llanigon WI: (first Wednesday of the month) meet 7pm at Llanigon Village Hall. New members are always welcome come and join us. Contact Anne Gibbons 01497 820997.

Gwent & Powys Army Cadet Force: 7 - 9pm at Old School Bldg, Church Lane,Talgarth. Ages 12 (Yr8 High School) -18yrs looking for a new exciting, fun and challenging activity. Headquarters Contacts: 01873 813756. Website:www. armycadets.com.

Samba Brecon: 7 - 9pm. Felindre Village Hall. Samba Brecon is a lively, friendly community percussion band, always learning and playing new Afro-Brazilian rhythms on a weekly basis. New members and non-members are very welcome.

No previous experience needed.

First taster session is free. Tuition is provided. £4 per session, £3 concessions, under 16s are free but must be accompanied. Contact Glenn 07971 398727 or Catherine 01874 625422.

Gwent & PowysArmy Cadet Force: 7 - 9pm at The Cadet Centre, Gypsy Castle, Hay-on-Wye. Please see details on previous listing.

Hay on WI: (second Wednesday of the month) 7.30pm. Cusop Village Hall. Contact Sue Hodgetts 01497 822523.

The Brecon Singers – Rehearsals: 7.30 – 9.30pm (Term time only).

Neuadd Goffa, Christ College, Brecon. Brecon Singers are now rehearsing for their lighter Summer Concert which will take place in Trallong Village Hall on Saturday 12th July 2014 at 7.30pm. The concert will include a lively medley of well-known British folk songs - a new composition by our Assistant Director Paul Hayward. Join us if you love to sing. Music provided.

No auditions. Contact 01874 658332 or visit www. breconsingers.co.uk.

Black Mountains Lions Club: (first & third Wednesday of the month) meets 7.45/8pm. Contact David James 01497 820227.

Three Cocks WI: (second Wednesday of the month) meets 7pm in St. Peter’s Church Hall, Glasbury. Contact Anne Collins 01497 847370.

THURSDAY Jolly Tots Stay and Play: 9 - 11am.

Hay Primary School. £2 a session £1 for additional children. Come along for creative activities, play and fun! Everyone welcome.Term time only.Contact Becky 07786552832 Hannah 07557410864.

Free Weights Blitz: 9.15 - 10am at Gym and Tonic Health Club. All welcome - this is a great session.

MELTS body fat! £6. Contact

01497 822995.

Talgarth Baby and Toddler Group: 9.15 – 11am (Term time only). Talgarth Primary School (Main Hall). 50p donation for refreshments. Contact Wendy 07989 946241.

“Bumps and Babies” Group: 10 – 11.30am. Glasbury Village Hall. There are programmes for parents to beand parents with new babies, plus individual support and information. Contact Sally 07590417752 or Rachael Labourne (Health Visitor) 01874 713014 or 0796814550.

Brecon and District Credit UnionCollection Point: Open10am - 12noon at Youth and Community Centre, Oxford Rd, Hay. Clyro Primary School Parent and Toddler Group: 2 - 3.30pm. For play, fun activities, songs and stories.

0 – 5years. Just turn up and join in! £1per session. Contact 01497 820860.

Bell Bank Club for the blind and partially sighted: 2 - 4pm. The Parish Hall, Lion St., Hay. Anyone who is blind or has restricted sight is very welcome to join us for chat, speakers, outings, etc. Contact Eileen Bufton 01497 820897.

Gwernyfed Ladies RFC Training: 5.30pm (U15’s girls) 6.45pm (Ladies).Gwernyfed Rugby Club, Talgarth.

Raven Drama: 5.30 – 7pm (Term time only). Llangorse Village Hall.

Age 7 -14yrs. Contact Lynn Clausen 07949 329561.

Spinning: 6pm. Gwernyfed Sports Centre. Booking essential. Contact 01497 847740.

Bowling: Arrive any time between 6 and 8.30pm at Brecon Road Hay. All welcome.

Stitch ‘n’ Bitch: (first Thursday of the month) 6 - 8pm atThe Swan Hotel, Hay.

What’s on: during the week Table Tennis: 6.30 - 8.30pm at Glasbury Village Hall. Over 18s only.Please ring to check availability.

Contact Malcolm Bradley 01497 831633.

Ladies Netball: 7 - 8pm at Gwernyfed Sports Hall. Just turn up on the night for a fun, relaxed game of netball. £2 on the night.

New ladies very welcome. For more details, contact Lisa Marie 01544 327716.

Zumba with Zoe: 7 - 8pm.

Aberedw Village Hall. All abilities welcome. Contact Zoe 07747465994.

Felindre Singers: 7 - 8pm at Felindre Village Hall. Felindre Singers Rehearsing.

Hay Choir: 8pm. The Parish Hall, Lion Street, Hay. Singing for everyone! Visit www.haychoir. co.uk.

Art Class (any medium): 7 - 9pm at Dolls House Fun, Hay. Contact Mrs Abel 01497 821913.

Qi Gong: 7 - 8.30pm at Cusop Village Hall. Small friendly group practising Qi Gong. Contact Sandy Sandaver 01497 821625.

Talgarth WI: (first Thursday of the month) 7pm. Talgarth Library.

Hay-on-Wye Amnesty Group: (fourth Thursday of the month) 7-8pm,The Globe at Hay. Contact Sean O ’Donoghue 01497 821153.

Talgarth and District Historical Society: (last Thursday of the month) 7.30pm at Gwernyfed Rugby Club. See local posters for details.

Quiz Night: (last Thursday of the month) 7.30pm.The Rhydspence Inn.Contact 01497 831262.

Talgarth WI: (first Thursday of the month)7.30pm. Talgarth Library.

New members always welcome!

Contact Jan 01874 711665.

Hay Theatre Club (adults): 7.30 – 9.30pm.The Globe in Hay. Action packed practical professionally led

theatre workshops. A real social club with a theme. Sessions £6.

Checkout Hay Theatre Club on Facebook.Contact Janine Sharp (alias Linda Luvvie) 07733055430.

Shortmat Bowls: 7.30 - 9.30pm at Llanigon VIllage Hall. Contact Rob Williams 01497 820692.

Three Cocks Vintage Society: (second Thursday of the month) 8pm. The Harp Inn, Glasbury.

Contact Margaret James 01874 711110.

Hay Community Choir: 8 9.30pm. Term time only. Hay Parish Hall. Open to everyone who enjoys singing and wants to have fun! Cost: £4. Contact 01497 822952 or www.haychoir.co.uk.

Charity Quiz Night: 8.30pm at The Harp Inn, Glasbury. Contact 01497 847373.

FRIDAY Beginner Pilates: 9.15 - 10am at the Gym & Tonic Health Club. You simply MUST try this class. Get stronger, longer, posturally correct with an expert in this field. Suitable for everyone. £6. Contact 01497 822995.

Busy Bees Parent & Toddler Group: 9.30 - 11.30am at Clifford Community Centre. Contact Jane 01497 831427 or Di 01981 500136.

Relaxing Yoga & Meditation with Georgie: 10 – 11.30am. Booths Bookshop Yoga Studio, Brook St, Hay. Wind down for the weekend with a gentle, healing yet energising Kundalini Yoga class. All welcome!

Suitable also for pregnancy (Georgie is also a doula), old souls & some disabilities. Contact 07807 550653.

Muddy Puddles Playgroup: (during term time): 10am – 12noon. Escleyside Village Hall, Michaelchurch Escley (15 minutes from Hay). £1.50 per family including tea and coffee.

Contact Emma 01981 240986.

Brecon & District Credit UnionCollection Point: 11am – 1pm. Talgarth Library. Support your communitybank with a savings account or a low interest loan. ContactJan 01874 711665.

Hay Theatre CIC - Reminiscence Workshop: 1.30 – 3.30pm. The Globe at Hay. A reminiscence group for over 65s. Contact Janine Sharp 07733 055430.

Music & Movement for Mums and Tots (birth to school age): 2.15pm at Cusop Village Hall. Term time only. Led by Anna Carlisle. £4per child or £6 for family of 2 children.

Contact Ros Murphy 01497 831007 / 07799652120.

Junior Netball Team Training: (term time only) 4 - 5pm (9 - 13 year olds), 5 - 6pm (13 - 18yrs).

Gwernyfed High School. Contact 07891371458.

Cllr.William Powell’s Advice Surgery: (first Friday of the month) 5 - 7pm at Talgarth Information and Resource Centre. Contact 07703112113 or email:william. powell@wales.gov.uk.

Spinning: 6pm & 7pm at Gwernyfed Sports Centre. Call to book Contact 01497 847740.

Junior Table Tennis Club: 7- 8pm at Gwernyfed Sports Centre. For ages 7 - 16. 50p per player. Contact 01497 847740.

Paleo Meat-up (First Friday of the month): 7pm. Cusop Village Hall, Hay, HR3 5RW. Join us for an informal get-together for anyone interested in the Paleo/ Primal lifestyle.

Everybody welcome.

01874 624696.

Contact

Red Kite Workshops: 7 - 8.30pm at The Drama Studio, Gwernyfed High School. Term time only.

What’s on: during the week / month Bingo: (first Friday of the month) eyes down 7.30pm. Glasbury Village Hall. Contact Darren Ricketts 01497 847250.

SATURDAY Charity Table Sale: (first Saturday of the month) 9am onwards at Talgarth Church Hall. Contact Tony James 01874 711289.

Kettlercise: 9.30am at Gwernyfed Sports Centre. Call to book.

Contact 01497 847740.

Hay Youth Theatre: 10.30am - 12.30pm. The Globe in Hay (7 - 11year olds). Come and haves some confidence building fun with our family - like group.

Professionally led by Janine Sharp.

Contact 07733055430.

Art Class for Children (11 18yrs):11am - 12.30pm at Dolls House Fun, Hay.Contact Mrs Abel 01497 821913.

Hay Senior Youth Theatre:1 - 3pm.

The Globe in Hay. 12-16years.

Fun & Laughs. Professional performance skill training. Contact Janine Sharp 07733055430.

SUNDAY Talgarth Country Market: (first Sunday of the month) from 10am - 1pm in theTown Hall.

Drover Cycles Bike Club: (last Sunday of the month)meets 10am at Drover Cycles (top of Main Car Park, Hay).Contact Lindsey 01497 821134.

Tennis Club: 11am - 1pm at the Tennis Courts, Hay. Contact Alun Smith 07967914123.

Services at Penyrheol Baptist Church: (fourth Sunday of the month) 3pm. Contact 01874711061.

‘Sound of the Baskervilles’–Open Mic Session: 4pm. Baskerville Arms Hotel, Clyro. Contact 01497 820670.

DURING THE MONTH Now until Sunday 13th July

Hay Makers Festival Exhibition: Celtic Mythology. St John’s Place, Hay. Contact 01497 820556. See advert on page 29.

Sunday 1st June Making Things with Peter Firmin: 11am. Richard Booth’s Bookshop, 44 Lion Street, Hay. Contact 01497 820322.

Hay Hotfooters Running Club: “The Magic Roundabout 10k Multi Terrain Race: 11am. The Begwns.

Contact Jo Lord 07831 609889.

Talgarth Country Market :Talgarth and District Regeneration Group: 10am – 1pm. Town Hall, Talgarth.

Contact Nicola Willis 01874 713166. See advert on page 23.

Wednesday 4th June Hay Dial-a Ride: Tea at Talgarth Mill. £5 including tea and admission.

Open to members of Hay Dial-aRide. To join or make a booking, contact 01497 821616.

Friday 6th June Summer Barbecue and Wine Tasting: 6.30pm. The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks.

Tickets £15. Booking essential.

Contact 01497 847055.

Saturday 7th June Wye Local Car Boot Sale: 9.30am – 12noon. Hay Primary School.

Sellers from 8.45am. Buyers from 9.30am. £6 per boot, £12 per van.

Refreshments stall. Contact 07971 446632. See adverts throughout the magazine.

Talgarth YFC: Annual Breconshire Rally. Great House Farm, Talgarth.

See article on page 4.

Folk and Irish Music Session: 8pm.

The Harp Inn, Glasbury. Contact 01497 847373.

Monday 9th June Biodiversity Information Service – Public Open Day: 12noon – 4pm.

Biodiversity Information Service, Unit 4, 6 The Bulwark, Brecon. LD3 7LB. Contact 01874 610881.

Wednesday 11th June Hay on WI: 7.30pm. Cusop Village Hall. Suzanne Davies demonstrates the use of summer ingredients to make quick. easy and varied lunches. A warm welcome awaits anyone who would like to join us as a guest for the evening. Contact Sue Hodgetts 01497 822523.

Saturday 14th June Brecknock Farmers Market: 9.30am – 2pm. Brecon Market Hall. Contact 07805 375636. Visit www.brecknockfarmersmarket. co.uk. See advert on page 29.

Gwernyfed Rugby Club 50th Anniversary – Celebratory Concert: 6.30 for 7.30pm. Great House Barn, Talgarth LD3 0RA. Tickets £10. Contact 01874 711975 or 07971 840786. See article on page 23.

Sunday 15th June Fathers’ Day – Strawberry Tea: 3 -5pm.The Bakers’ Table, Talgarth Mill. £7pp or £25 for a family of four. Booking essential. Contact 01874 711125. See advert on page 16.

Open Garden: Montpelier Cottage, Brilley. Fairtrade Hay’s Tea Stall will be there! See article on page 40.

Monday 16th June Brilley Monday Club: Visit to Batch Cottage, Almeley (open under the NGS) followed by a meal. The details will be confirmed to all members. Membership of the Monday Club is £20 per year, visitors are always welcome and the cost is £3. Contact the Programme Secretary 01497 831535.

Tuesday 17th June U3A Hay – The Swan at Hay: 10.30am – Morning session: The garden historian Robin Whalley will be giving an illustrated talk on the The Great Edwardian Gardens of Harold Peto (1854-1933). 1.30pm

What’s on: during the month / next month – Afternoon session: Gardener Deborah Gillingham will be giving an illustrated talk about some of the gardens she visited during her recent visit to Japan. The entrance fee is £3 for members and £5 for non-members. New members always welcome. Contact Rodney Mace 01497 820679. See article on page 48.

Saturday 21st June Cystic Fibrosis Sponsored Cycle Ride:10am. Hay Town Clock.

Contact Penny Evans 01497 831415. See article on page 31.

Haygarth Surgery 10 mile Charity Walk: In aid of Dial-a-Ride and Guide Dogs for the Blind. See article on page 32.

Rose Day: 11am and 1pm: The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks, LD3 0SG. Join Gareth Davies for a talk in The Coffee Shop Tickets £5 each (including refreshments). Booking recommended. Contact 01497 847055. See advert inside front cover.

“A Midsummer Event”: 2pm.

Brilley Village Hall. Games and Stalls for all the family - Novelty Dog Show – Vintage Teas from 2 - 5pm. Pimms Tent, Licensed Bar, entertainment - Evening BBQ Admission Free! Contact 07905 706514.

Open Acoustic Session: 8pm. The Harp Inn, Glasbury. Contact 01497 847373.

Mallyfest: 2pm – 2am. Baskerville Hall, Clyro, Hay. Tickets £10. Visit www.mallyfest.org. See article on page 27.

Wednesday 25th June Glasbury Get-Together Club: 2.30 - 4.30pm. Glasbury Village Hall.

David Coles, a local beekeeper will give a screen presentation on the subject “Honeybees and Pollination”. Tea and raffle.

Small items donated for prizes appreciated. New members

welcome. Contact Gloria 01497 847726. See article on page 43.

Thursday 26th June Prize Bingo: 7 for 7.15pm.

Baskerville Hall Hotel, Clyro. Free local transport can be arranged

by Dial-a-Ride. Bar open and bar snacks available. Fun night. Raising money for local charities. All welcome. Contact 01497 820033.

Friday 27th – Sunday 29th June Bluegrass Picking Weekend: Radnor Arms, Llowes. Free camping. Donations to Air Ambulance. Contact Christine 01497 820840 or June 07812 102177.

Saturday 28th June Brecknock Farmers Market: 9.30am – 2pm.

Brecon Town Centre. Visit www. brecknockfarmersmarket.co.uk.

Contact 07805 375636. See advert on page 29.

Hay on Wye Summer Food Festival: 10am – 4.30pm. The Memorial Car Park, Hay. Free entry.

See advert on back cover.

Messy Church - Wye Valley group of churches: 3 – 5pm. St Peter’s Church Hall, Glasbury. Especially for families, all ages welcome.

Activities, chat, celebrate and share a meal. Contact 07939 220345.

“Quarto”: 7.30pm. Cusop Village Hall. An evening of professional singing and infectious comedy in the relaxed and friendly atmosphere of Cusop Village Hall.

This promises to be an event not to be missed! Booking essential.

Tickets £6 to include a light supper (you are welcome to bring a bottle). Contact Kate 01497 820404 or Sandra 01497 820125.

Sunday 29th June Open Gardens: Llowes Court, Llowes. See article on page 4.

Open Garden: 2 – 5pm. Montpelier Cottage, Brilley. Entrance £5. All

proceeds to Hayday Café. Contact Trish Richardson 01497 821381.

See article on page 47.

Tuesday 1st July Hay Music presents - “The Flourish Wind Quintet”: (Members of The BBC National Orchestra of Wales). Supper from 6.30pm. Concert 8pm. Hay Castle.

Tickets £20.00 to include a light supper and a donation of £10.00 to Hay Castle Conservation Project. Advance booking essential.

Tickets available at Richard Booth’s Bookshop, Hay. Contact 01497 820322.

Friday 4th July The Monday Choir presents: “American Theme Night”: 7pm.

Clifford Community Hall. All proceeds in aid of Hay & District Dial-a-Ride. Tickets £7 each to include a drink and hot dog.

Tickets available from Dial-a-Ride or choir members. Contact 01497 821616.

Music for a Summer’s Evening: 7.30pm. Llyswen Church. Harp music from Paul Sweeting & Martha Powell. Fork supper.Tickets £10. Contact 01874 754355.

Flix in the Stix (Talgarth): The Theatre of War – About the making of the Owen Sheers production “The Two Worlds of Charlie F”. Q & A Session with Owen at the screening: 7.30 for 8pm. Pre film pizzas available at The Bakers’ Table from 5pm.

Entrance to film £4, pizza and film £10. Early booking essential.

Contact The Baker’s Table 01874 711125. See advert on page 23.

Saturday 5th July Wye Local Car Boot Sale: 9.30am – 12noon. Hay Primary School.

Sellers from 8.45am. Buyers from 9.30am. £6 per boot, £12 per van.

Refreshments stall. Contact 07971 446632. See adverts throughout the magazine.

FOR SALE

RENTAL

HUMAX FREEVIEW RECORDER. £50 ono.

01874 711183.

MINI CONVERTIBLE WIND DEFLECTOR. VGC. £100ono. 07799 667765.

DOUBLE BED 5FT. £30. 01497 831081.

TWO SINGLE BEDS 3 FT. £25. 01497 831081.

HOT TROLLEY PHILLIPS. £20. 01497 831081.

HIGH CHAIR £10. 01497 831081.

PICNIC BASKET. £10. 01497 831081.

PINE TABLE 2ftx 4ft 6 ins. £30. 01497 831081.

TWO CONSERVATORY CHAIRS. Green upright with cushions. £25. 01497 831081.

DOG CAGE for Large Breeds £20. 07594 349265.

COOKWORKS SIGNATURE BREAD MAKING MACHINE. Hardly used. £15. 07594 349265.

RUCKSACK on a frame. Berghaus 25 litre capacity, hardly used. £20. 01874 731211.

FULL SET RIGHT HANDED GOLF CLUBS INCLUDING BAG AND TROLLEY. £60 ovno.

Brecon 01874 622269.

2 X CAMPING WATER ROLLS. Complete with handles & filler tube £15. 07986 688524.

BOSCH FRIDGE/FREEZER upright, 1.7m x .45mm x .60mm. £65 ono. 01874 754065.

CUSTOM MADE OLD PINE 5FT 6INS DIAM ROUND TABLE ON PEDESTAL BASE. £350 01874 754065.

EIGHT BEECH (PINE STAINED) ELEGANT HIGH BACKED DINING CHAIRS WITH CREAM CUSHION SEATS. £160. 01874 754065.

ICEKING FRIDGE FREEZER. White and brand new £60. 01874 611553.

ALSO ICEKING SLIMLINE CHEST FREEZER. New £40. 01874 611553.

2 BEDROOMED COTTAGE IN TALGARTH overlooking River Ennig. Patio garden. Parking space.

GCH and solar panels. Hand built fitted kitchen with appliances. Newly decorated. £595pcm. Tel 01982 560312.

LOST & FOUND GREEN LADIES SHOE LOST IN GLASBURY, near the Village Hall. If found, please call 01497 820748.

“My washing machine sold within the first few days – I received many many calls.

Great free service, thank you.”

Email lisamarie@wyelocal.co.uk by the 14th of the month, to get your items listed for free.

USEFUL NUMBERS Dyfed-Powys Police ......................................................... 101 Hay Medical Centre ............................... 01497 822100 National Grid Gas (Gas Leaks) .......... 0800 111999 Powys Citizens’ Advice Bureau....... 0845 601 8421 RSPCA ........................................................... 0300 1234 999 Scottish Power .......................................... 08452 722424 Talgarth Medical Centre ...................... 01874 713000 Welsh Water..................................................08000 520130 Western Power Distribution...............08000 520400

WANTED GUITAR TEACHER in Brecon fo 16yr old boy. A member of a local group would be ideal. 01874 610849.

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