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Eight years ago, November 2006, we launched our first ever issue of Wye Local! Over these eight terrific years we’ve grown from strength to strength: the team has expanded, but still all living locally; the magazine size has increased; the number of businesses now advertising month on month is superb; the local groups and communities we help and promote has multiplied. Overall we are very pleased with the success of Wye Local. Long may it continue! Nicole has been busy setting us up on Twitter. Follow us @cariadslocalltd On page 20 you will find the start of our Christmas section. Exhibiting great ideas for shopping and parties. Please take the time to read our article on why shopping locally is so important. Enjoy, Lisa Marie.
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www.wyelocal.co.ukNovember 2014 • Issue 97
PICK ME UP – I’M FREE
The community magazine covering Hay, Talgarth and the surrounding villages
I wish to thank the participants who are exceptional,interesting and curious individuals.
I am so grateful that you have all come into my life.
I wish to thank the GlobeI.A.I.for providing us with both warm and free hospitality,
especially for the gorgeous cakes and coffeethat you never fail to provide.
New members are always welcome.
Mollie.
Death cafe is one year old this month.
CONGRATULATIONS EVERYONE
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Eight years ago, November 2006, we launched our first ever issue of Wye Local! Over these eight terrific years we’ve grown from strength to strength: the team has expanded, but still all living locally; the magazine size has increased; the number of businesses now advertising month on month is superb; the local groups and communities we help and promote has multiplied. Overall we are very pleased with the success of Wye Local. Long may it continue!Nicole has been busy setting us up on Twitter. Tweeting is all very new to us, so please do bare with! Over the coming weeks we hope to communicate on this new platform in a fun and informative way. Follow us @cariadslocalltdNovember is the month where our Local Landscapes Calendar sales show a huge increase. Many local people try to catch the overseas postage service, reminding family and friends of the beautiful area in which we live. Please turn to page 68 to see the many outlets where you can purchase next years calendar.Talking of next year, we are trying to determine final plans for the 2015 Car Boot season. Please can you take time to enter our poll, left. Your input is extremely important. If you don’t use Facebook, send in a postcard or ping me an email across.On page 20 you will find the start of our Christmas section. Exhibiting great ideas for shopping and parties. Please take the time to read our article on why shopping locally is so important.Enjoy,Lisa Marie xPS We have now started work on our 2nd issue of the well received family magazine. If you want to promote your products or services to local families, this is the magazine for you. Please turn to page 64 for more details.(Photo above: Cariad & Lisa Marie Badham)
CariAds Local Ltd. can not be held responsible for any inaccuracies in advertisements or articles nor for any consequences arising from this. Opinions expressed by contributors or advertisers are not necessarily those of the publisher.
All artwork used in this publication must not be published in any other media without permission from CariAds Local Ltd.
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This month we have 2 prizes up for grabs: a copy of the book ‘Framespotting’, featured in our October issue; also a Family Ticket for the Hay Winter Festival. Please complete the word search on page 41 and send to us by 16th November 2014.
CompetitionWinner of October Competition:Sue Davies, Llowes
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Welcome
Car Boot Decider PollIf you were a buyer or seller at our Car Boot Sales next year, which day and time slot could you attend?Saturday, 9.30am – 12.30pm Yes No Saturday, 2pm – 5pm Yes No Sunday, 9.30am – 12.30pm Yes No Please either go to our Wye Local or Local Beacon Facebook Page and complete the poll. Or send me an email or postcard to the above address details.We need your input now to ensure a successful 2015 Car Boot Season.
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We also produce a similar publication for the town of Brecon and the surrounding villages – Local Beacon. Just like this magazine the aim is to support local businesses and services. The good news is, if you are unable to pick up your copy of the Local Beacon in the local catchment area, you can view it on our website from the beginning of each month.
Some of the many topics included in Local Beacon, November issue:
- News from Brecknock YFC
- BBC National orchestra
- Art at No. 10
- Love Food Hate Waste and much more!
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News from Talgarthby Cllr. William Powell Powys County Councillor for Talgarth
As I draw together my thoughts for this month’s
column, the nights are drawing in apace and the
days of British Summer Time are expiring fast. At
the same time, I can scarcely believe that we are
approaching the countdown to Christmas once
again. For people of all ages, it is a special season
but it can also pose real challenges, especially for
the lonely and those who are anxious or finding it
difficult to cope financially. We should do our best
to be mindful of this in the coming weeks.
As I commented last year, it is important to celebrate
quite how much progress has been made by local
businesses, both in terms of the shops and also the
hospitality sector. In sharp contrast with just a few
years ago, it is now possible to get a wide range of
gifts and full selection of seasonal food locally, on our
own doorstep. Likewise, there are real options for
those who may want to have lunch or a drink in the
run up to the festive season. The Tabernacle Chapel
has also become a popular niche venue for events
of all kinds during the course of this year. It is great
to see this community building, cherished by the
local Baptist congregation since it opened in 1858,
being taken forward to the next phase of its life.
November sees the AGM of the Talgarth Festival
of the Black Mountains, when the sterling efforts
of the volunteers, which culminated in the success
of last August’s Festival, need to be recognised. The
Lights Group volunteers are likewise making great
progress with the painstaking work of preparing and
mounting the Christmas Lights, which are always the
pride of Talgarth at the turn of the year. The build up
to the grand switch on this year is from 5:00pm on
Saturday, 29th November with the switch on itself
at 6:00pm. Father Christmas will be in his Grotto
in the Town Hall and there will be mulled wine and
mince pies. The annual Tree
of Light Service follows on the afternoon of Sunday,
30th November at St Gwendoline’s Parish Church.
This year the popular Talgarth Christmas Market is
taking place on Saturday, 6th December in Talgarth
Livestock Market, which benefits from ample car
parking close by.
Meanwhile, the sporting life of Talgarth continues
to be in good heart. It is very positive indeed that
Talgarth Town Council is stepping up to the plate
to take on responsibility for the King George V
Sports Pavillion in Westfields, together with the
adjacent facilities. This is part of a countywide move
by Powys County Council to return assets to local
control. Whilst this is partly a response to budgetary
pressures on the Authority, it also enables local
sports clubs to bring forward their own collaborative
development proposals for funding – and some
exciting projects are currently under discussion for
the home of grassroots sport in Talgarth.
I hope to see many of you around in the coming
weeks, at the forthcoming Service of Remembrance
on Sunday, 9th November and at other community
events. However, if you have any feedback or issue
of concern, please do not hesitate to contact me
on 07703 112113 or by email: william.powell@
wales.gov.uk My next advice surgery is on Friday,
31st October from 5:00pm at Talgarth Tourist
Information and Resource Centre. No appointment
is necessary but forward notice is sometimes useful,
especially in complex cases. You can also pop into
the TiRC at any time to request a call on any issue
that is troubling you.
Best Wishes
William
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News from Glasbury Wardby Chris Davies Powys County Councillor for GlasburySince the last edition of the Wye Local the governing bodies of both Clyro and Hay Schools have met with officers of Powys County Council and had it confirmed that the new school buildings will not be completed and opened until 2017. This additional delay is unfair on pupils, teachers, parents and on our communities as a whole. We have now arranged regular meetings with officers and require progress at each stage.
We have just been informed of the funding settlement for Powys CC from the Welsh Assembly. The result is not good and difficult decisions will have to be made. Powys has received either the lowest or second lowest settlement in Wales for the last seven years. It is a pity that we have allowed our politicians to accept this without successful challenge. Let’s see what the future brings!
Even in difficult economic times local community spirit always shines through as was shown recently
with a number of Macmillan coffee mornings held in the area. Several of which broke new fund raising records – well done everyone! Our Harvest Festivals held in our schools and churches have also been well attended and remind everyone to give thanks and celebrate all that is best in our countryside.
Don’t forget that the Annual Fire Works display at Clyro Court is taking place on Wednesday 5th November. This is organised by the Black Mountains Lions who do so much to raise money for local good causes. I have again been given the job of cooking the hot dogs and beef burgers, so I hope to see you there. The gates open at 6-15pm and the fireworks start at 7pm so bring the family along for a great evening out.
Contact me on any matter : 07855 752110 or cllr.chris.davies@powys.gov.uk
Best wishes
Chris
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Wye Valley Firewood prides itself in selling top quality kiln-dried and seasoned firewood along with providing excellent customer service, which is at the heart of our business. Our product is of the highest quality and comprises mixed kiln-dried and seasoned hardwood typically, Oak, Ash, Beech and Sycamore.We also offer, kiln-dried and seasoned softwood such as Larch, Spruce and Douglas Fir. Wye Valley Firewood also supplies woodchip for biomass boilers, which is suitable for large and small scale heat sources, along with half metre lengths for large wood burners and boil-ers. We are able to tailor log sizes to suit individual customer requirements.
Our kiln-dried kindling/morning sticks are available in convenient net bags ideal for easy fire lighting. We also sell kiln-dried and seasoned logs in manageable bags that can be delivered or collected accordingly. Wye Valley Firewood undertakes all aspects of timber work such as Wood processing, Timber Felling, Hedge Cutting etc..
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Viburnum
dGardening Column
The Viburnum group of both evergreen and deciduous shrubs is a large one indeed and is able to provide beauty and interest all year round. So much so in fact that Viburnums could be chosen as a plant for every month! Most have white or pink flowers, many are sweetly perfumed, some have berries in colours ranging through yellow and red to shiny black and most of the deciduous varieties have an autumn colour display to rival even the Japanese Maples.
In November the evergreen Viburnum tinus has glossy, dark green leaves and clusters of red, pink or white buds which will provide colour all winter until they open into small white or pink flowers in spring. At the same time the Viburnum bodnantense group, including “Dawn” and “Charles Lemont”, are showing their richly coloured autumn leaves to be followed by sweetly scented, rose tinted flowers which last into winter and beyond. Also at this time of year Viburnum opulus – the Guelder Rose – is showing off its red, maple like autumn leaves and its rich red, translucent fruits which last well into winter. If that is not enough in the summer the shrub is covered in flattened clusters of white flowers like those of a Lacecap Hydrangea.
Viburnums are hardy, easy to grow shrubs and can be controlled in shape and size by pruning as soon as flowering is over. They will grow in sun or semi-shade and do best in a reasonably fertile, moisture retentive soil.
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Stress & Weight Loss Part 1In today’s stressful society we are ‘plugged in’ most of the time. Think about the amount of electrical appliances in your home that you use on a daily basis: Mobile, lap top, mp3, tablet, dvd, telly, alarm, clocks, microwave, washing machine, dishwasher, tumble dryer….Your body picks up on all this electrical interference: Your adrenal glands take the flack.. Have you ever thought about having a day away from technology? Maybe you think you can’t? Try it - just for a day. I did it a little while ago and I absolutely loved it (this from someone who gets accused of being surgically attached to her phone). Take a daily stress busting walk in our countryside instead!
Consider slowing down, pacing yourself almost. Look at it in terms of restoring your balance, your equilibrium. You may think that by being constantly on the go, you will lose weight, but in truth, the opposite can be true. Just one of many reasons why I don’t think beasting yourself in the gym is always beneficial. When stress levels are high and our adrenals are working overtime, we will stay in a perpetuating cycle of gaining weight.
Exercise is a powerful tool. Not just in the battle for weight loss. Exercise is a positive stress that our adrenal glands respond well to. However, we should not be training if we are already exhausted: so give our bodies the rest that they crave (but be careful not to use this as an excuse not to exercise)!
If we are already tired then we will be over-stressing our bodies by putting exercise into the mix. And breathe!I know it sounds daft, we have to breathe to exist but how many of us really notice when we are breathing hard, shallow etc? Deep breaths slow your heart rate down and calm the entire body. Name anything else that can do that!? Try and focus on your breath at some point every day even if it is only for a minute or two. Lastly - have fun! In our society we seem to be rapidly losing the ability to just get out have fun, be daft just for the sake of it. Laughing and enjoyment are essential aspects of life and a terrific way to relax. Ask me to test you for possible Adrenal fatigue – no charge but it’s appointment only!
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Artist Name? Ellie Ling.
Type of Artist? Painter of gardens, part real, part imaginary.
Range of Products? Watercolour paintings, giclée prints and greetings cards.
Where can your products be purchased? You can buy cards and giclée prints through my website www.ellieling.co.uk, cards at places that sell Beamers Design cards, such as Chattels in Hay and Outback Records in Hereford, and giclée prints and cards at Oriel CRIC, in Crickhowell. You can see my paintings at Hereford City Art Gallery between 22nd November 2014 and 31st January 2015, where I’m exhibiting with Herefordshire Art and Craft Society.
Price range? Cards from £1.75, giclée prints £32.50 to £60.00 and paintings £295 to £450.
How long have you been an artist? For most of my life. I can remember lying in bed aged four trying to work out whether there was more of the colour blue in the world - or green!
Where did you train or gain experience? Art colleges in Leeds and Hereford, sharing a studio with other painters, and then lots and lots of painting.
What has been your proudest moment? The first time I exhibited at the Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours, at the Mall Galleries in London. I’ve exhibited and sold paintings there three years running, and I love seeing my work next to paintings by some of the best water-colourists in the country.
What would you class as ‘your masterpiece’? I’m never satisfied, so I haven’t got there yet.
Have you any future plans
for your work? I’m looking
forward to exhibiting at
Oriel CRIC at Crickhowell in
2015. This is a beautiful light
gallery with a wonderful selection of artists. After
Christmas, some of my cards and possibly giclée
prints and paintings will be available from Gallery 25
in Church Street in Hereford.
What advice would you give a local artist? Find
your own voice and then be true to it. And make
lots of artist friends through local organisations and
networks. There’s so much to learn and share.
What other local artists do you
admire? There are too many to
mention them all, but Veronique
Avon and Martina Jirankova-
Limbrick are the two very talented
artists with whom I recently did
h.Art week at Clifford, and they
must come top of my list!
Artist statement: My work is very
much in the tradition of artists
depicting the garden as a theatre for many of the
significant events (mostly joyful, but also more
contemplative or poignant) in our lives. It also reflects
my own experience of working in the gardens of big
country houses in Worcestershire and Ireland, and
my love of the history of garden design. I hope it
gives other people as much enjoyment as it gives
me in the making of it.
Local Talent: Ellie Ling
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Get to really know..........Name: Howard Smith.
Place of birth? Hereford hospital.
Where do you live now? Winforton.
Marital status? Engaged to Emma Anderson.
Occupation? Builder at Smith Builders Ltd.
Children? Two boys, Harry and Jake, and a stepdaughter, Jessie.
Pets? Milo, a lovely beagle who likes to visit the neighbours.
What was your favourite childhood television programme? Too Close To Call, Super Ted and Danger Mouse.
Are you a collector of anything? No time for collections, I’ll save that for my later years.
If you could be any animal, what would you be and why? A Lion, I like to look after my pack.
If you could have any superpower, what would it be? The power to fly.
What is usually your first thought when you wake up? I need a coffee!
What do you usually think about right before falling asleep? What’s on the agenda for tomorrow?
Do you believe in ghosts? No.
Most exciting thing you’ve won? I led a team of new recruits through a ‘March and `shoot’ competition in Army Cadets as a teenager, and won. Not very exciting, but a proud achievement.
Two lessons life has taught you? If you want to achieve something, hard work and a go out and get it attitude will get you there. Grab any opportunities that come your way, and treat life with optimism, as life is to short.
What makes you grumpy? No sleep.
You’re given one million pounds, what do you spend it on? An Aston Martin. My goal from a young age has been to own an Aston Martin by the time I’m 40. Only Nine years to go! Any change would go on my house and be invested in my business.
Have any bad habits? I’m very talented at switching
off or, “not listening” as Emma calls it.
Which bad habits drive you crazy? Life’s too short to worry about the small things.
Do you believe in the afterlife? Not really.
What book would you recommend to others? I’m not a keen reader. Always found a Haynes manual useful though.
Best present ever received? A solo skydive, bought for me by Emma for my birthday 6 years ago.
List one thing you wish you could change about yourself: My short term memory.
If you could visit anywhere in the world, where would you go? Australia, I’ve been once and will definitely go back some day.
List five goals on your life’s to-do list: To own an Austin Martin by the time I’m 40, build my own home, build my business to a level that will let me enjoy my later years and provide a decent life for my kids (and theirs hopefully), travel the world in my retirement and learn to fly a helicopter.
Name one regret you have: I don’t have any.
Name one thing you miss about being a kid: Being carefree.
Name one thing you love about being an adult: Creating my own family.
What’s your favourite song of the moment? Don’t have a particular one. I love dance music, anything with a good beat.
What’s your favourite thing to do on a Saturday night? A meal with friends, followed by a few beers and a dance.
What’s your favourite thing to do on a Sunday afternoon? Feet up, watch the grand prix or a good film.
What would be your dream job? I’m doing it. I love to build and create things.
Sum yourself up in five words: Optimistic, fun, enthusiastic, creative, and adventurous.
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The Thoughts ofa GreengrocerAlready I am writing for the November magazine - it seems as though a year has passed me by without my noticing. I do remember, however, a good summer that stretched well into autumn and only now is it getting all misty in the mornings. I’ve been interested in the early morning farming program recently as they have been looking into the thorny problem of imported fruit being offered when there is so much home grown stuff available. An initial straw poll would indicate that it is not quite such a problem as it might be. However, we must be aware that our choice has a big influence either because we want apples such as Granny Smith and Golden Delicious which don’t do well in our climate or the very fashionable Pink Lady that is not allowed to be grown in Britain by the owners of the name. This latter import annoys me very much as it is a case of restraint of trade. It is also very expensive as the Pink Lady is double the price of locally grown fruit - you really do pay your money to take your pick!
The home grown vegetables are very good and apart from one or two little flutters on the price - usually due to the weather - they are very reasonably priced. It is not universal but the one big disappointment this year, to my mind, has been the runner beans. I suspect that the fine dry summer left them thirsty and when they did come a lot of the ones offered had bad spots or rust. They were alright but not quite what we are used to.
Now is the time for pickling and preserving. I’ve noticed a lot more people this year are pickling onions, both the larger ones and, particularly, the little cocktail onions. It may be a chore while you are doing it but later in the winter all the pickles will bring much enjoyment. It’s a bit late now but will do for next year, try to keep all you old jars from jam, mayonnaise, curry mix or whatever. Wash them out and when needed just sterilize them in a pan of boiling water. This way cuts the cost of preserving down to a sensible level and makes it all worthwhile. The other thing for Christmas is to make your sloe gin and other related drinks all of which need a few months in bottle to give the best flavour. Next month is Christmas, so I hope you will all be ready..
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Wild in November Protectingwildlife for the futureSince September there has been a Great White Egret
at Llangors Lake. Last year there were two from late November, so we might expect another. It seems likely that one of these is the same individual which has wintered at the Lake for four years running.
Until a few years ago, Great White Egrets were rare visitors to Britain, but they are now here throughout the year and have raised young on the Somerset Levels. Other birds in the heron family have also colonised Britain recently. Little Egrets were the first to nest in 1996 and there are now hundreds of pairs. In the last few years Spoonbills, Cattle Egrets, Purple Herons and Little Bitterns have also started to breed here.
The arrival of these immigrants follows an expansion of their European range to the north and west, a clear indication of climate change. Some birds may be able to move and adapt, but for most animals including us global warming is an urgent challenge.
Breconshire Birds Annual Report for 2013 is now on sale, see www.brecknockbirds.co.uk and www.brecknockwildlifetrust.org.uk. This is my last Wild article, expert botanist John Crellin will take over in December.
Article by Keith Noble
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Wild in November Protectingwildlife for the futureSince September there has been a Great White Egret
at Llangors Lake. Last year there were two from late November, so we might expect another. It seems likely that one of these is the same individual which has wintered at the Lake for four years running.
Until a few years ago, Great White Egrets were rare visitors to Britain, but they are now here throughout the year and have raised young on the Somerset Levels. Other birds in the heron family have also colonised Britain recently. Little Egrets were the first to nest in 1996 and there are now hundreds of pairs. In the last few years Spoonbills, Cattle Egrets, Purple Herons and Little Bitterns have also started to breed here.
The arrival of these immigrants follows an expansion of their European range to the north and west, a clear indication of climate change. Some birds may be able to move and adapt, but for most animals including us global warming is an urgent challenge.
Breconshire Birds Annual Report for 2013 is now on sale, see www.brecknockbirds.co.uk and www.brecknockwildlifetrust.org.uk. This is my last Wild article, expert botanist John Crellin will take over in December.
Article by Keith Noble
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Gareth SheppardGeneral Building
& Plastering SpecialistInternal, External & Traditional Lime Plastering
•Plaster Boarding •Dry Lining•Metal Studding •Floor Screeding
Insurance Quotes Welcome Friendly & Reliable Service
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Collections byWeird Fish, Fjall Raven,
Montane, Skogstad,North Face and Rab.
Excellent selection of quality walking boots and shoes by Scarpa of Italy.
HI Viz and reflective cycling clothing, Helmets and bike lightsto keep you safe during
the winter months ahead.
Tel: 01497 820022www.psmoutdoors.co.uk
NewFor
Autumn
I never forget a face, but in your case I’d be glad to make an exception.
I’m on a whiskey diet. I’ve lost three days already.
This radio lark’s a wonderful hobby, y’know. I’ve got friends all over the world, all over the world... none in this country, but friends all over the world.
My wife sent her photograph to the Lonely Hearts Club. They sent it back saying they weren’t that lonely.
Chopsticks are one of the reasons the Chinese never invented custard.
‘One Liners’by Father & Son(Colan & James Badham)
Some reasons to shop locallyShopping locally retains our distinctiveness – avoid
clone towns! Independent shops create distinctive
shopping experiences and stock different products.
Independent shops keep traditional local products
alive.
Shopping locally saves the environment. Local shops
often stock a higher percentage of locally sourced
goods for which distribution time and customer
journey times are reduced. This helps reduce our
global footprint.
Shopping locally creates jobs. Shops in our town
centres and villages create local employment and self
employment. These people in turn spend in the local
economy.
Local independent shops invest more in our
communities. Sole traders and independent stores
are proportionally more generous in their support
for local charities, carnivals, schools and community
events.
Local shops are for everyone. Most people can get
to their local shops easily. This is especially important
for the elderly, the vulnerable, young people and
those without private transport. Keeping your shops
open by buying locally helps the whole community.
Local shops value you more. Evidence from numerous
surveys shows people receive better customer care
and service in local shops.
Shopping locally saves services. Private, voluntary
and public sector services cluster around shops.
The loss of the high street often corresponds to a
reduction in these services. As shops disappear, so do
hairdressers, vets, dentists etc.
Fabulous selection of Unique and unusual Giftsfor all, at very reasonable prices!
Gift vouchers availableLooking forward to seeing you at
The Coach House, Brobury House, Bredwardine, HR3 6BS
OPENING TIMES: MON-FRI 10-5PM SAT 10-4PM
COACH HOUSE INTERIORSChristmas at
Our ChristmasGift Shop is now open!
Tel: 01981 500777 www.coachhouse-interiors.com
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Thanks & winter greetings We are now into our second year and want to thank everyone for supporting our fledgling business and help get it off the ground.
We have now moved into a bigger premises, still in the fabulous Cobbles, Hay Castle. Through the arch on Castle Street, up the steps from the honesty bookshop in what was once the olde curiosity shoppe.
We have shelves stacked with winter goodies and everything for the curious and winter-loving people of Hay. We love gardens, but Christmas is our favourite time of year ; get a spectacular festive feel with our Heaven & Earth range; create a heavenly mood with flickering candle light and smiling cherubim & seraphim.
BOUTIQUE HOME & GARDEN SHOP
Heaven &EARTH
Christmas is our favourite time of year come and see our new
COLLECTION
We have MOVED
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Thanks & winter greetings We are now into our second year and want to thank everyone for supporting our fledgling business and help get it off the ground.
We have now moved into a bigger premises, still in the fabulous Cobbles, Hay Castle. Through the arch on Castle Street, up the steps from the honesty bookshop in what was once the olde curiosity shoppe.
We have shelves stacked with winter goodies and everything for the curious and winter-loving people of Hay. We love gardens, but Christmas is our favourite time of year ; get a spectacular festive feel with our Heaven & Earth range; create a heavenly mood with flickering candle light and smiling cherubim & seraphim.
BOUTIQUE HOME & GARDEN SHOP
Heaven &EARTH
Christmas is our favourite time of year come and see our new
COLLECTION
We have MOVED
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BackfoldHay-on-WyeNot just a walkthrough from the car - park.
A small community of retailers taking pride in their businesses, and offering, tourists and locals alike, an interesting selection of services and products.
Mentioned in local author Phil Rickman’s ‘Magus of Hay.’
Backfold Books say thank you and goodbye to all our local customers. GRAND RETIREMENT SALE. All books must go by the 1st December.
Hay Tourist Bureau is moving into Backfold Books in December 2014 and will be the place for all your tourist needs.
Jackson and Gill are a local family friendly Opticians for all your eye care from a sore eye or red eye to a full examination and scan.
Dandelion Wishes is a small boutique florists. Their gorgeous collection of cut flowers create beautiful bouquets and floral designs for gifts, businesses or any event.
Greenway’s Corner Bookshop, across from the car park down Backfold lane, is Greenway’s corner bookshop, a local name. Books magazines and Comics too, there maybe something here for you.
Nan Tiques, a quirky shop selling up cycled painted furniture, pretty china etc. Free local delivery. House clearance.
Haystacks Music a destination shop packed with machine cleaned vinyl records, CDs, DVDs, books and more covering most tastes. Something for everyone.
Wool and Willow a unique shop offering handmade garments using hand dyed yarns and natural wool. Lovely unusual gifts and cards.
Sandwich Cellar a family run business offering a variety of hot and cold snacks at reasonable prices.
Haytek Computer Services – coming soon. Specialising in Apple laptop/desktop repairs including iPhone screen replacements. Computer accessories and gifts.
The Cutting Room
40 Lion Street, Hay-on-Wye
Tel. 01497 821555
Monday.........................9.00am - 5.30pm
Tuesday.........................9.00am - 5.30pm
Wednesday....................................Closed
Thursday.......................9.00am - 5.30pm
Friday............................9.00am - 5.30pm
Saturday (every other).....9.00am - 5.00pm
Uni-Sex Hairdressers
Christmas gift vouchersnow available
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Truly Relaxingand Enjoyable Experience!
L.K. Beauty WalesNovember Offer:
Neal’s Yard Facial and Aromatherapy Back,Neck and Shoulder Massage £35.00
Hot Oil Back, Neck and Shoulder Massage only £10.00when booking a Shellac Manicure (£15)
Follow on Facebook for more Special Offers and Events!
Gift Vouchers are now on sale for Christmas!
T: 07415 891 709 E: info@lkbeautywales.co.ukWe except cards, cash or cheques.
Acorn Lodge, Glasbury-On-Wye, Hereford, Powys, HR3 5NT
REVIEW
I knew I had chosen the right apprenticeship when Lisa Marie asked if I could visit Laura-Kate at L.K. Beauty Wales to experience a Massage and Facial. What a great way to spend a Tuesday morning at ‘work’!
Laura-Kate Hard is a local Beautician who studied at Coleg Powys in Brecon, where she was awarded the Beauty Therapy Student of the Year award (south). Laura-Kate has had previous experience of working in a spa hotel, until she decided to go it alone. She started her own business so that she could share with people what she loves doing, and this is evident when you visit her salon. Laura-Kate has always wanted to be the best at whatever she did, and so she felt that the next step from gaining valuable experience was to start up on her own; therefore she could create her own twist on the beauty industry!
Laura-Kate’s L.K. Beauty Wales Salon is based in Glasbury at her home, Acorn Lodge, which really offers the personal touch, with a calm and relaxing environment for beauty treatments.
I arrived at Laura-Kate’s home for my appointment, and she greeted me warmly and made me feel welcome. The treatment room is a wonderful space, the subdued lighting, scented candles and soft music all combined to create a tranquil and truly relaxing atmosphere.
I was booked in to have a 30-minute Hot Oil back, neck and shoulder massage and a 30-minute Facial using the popular Neal’s Yard products, which can be purchased from Laura-Kate herself. L.K. Beauty Wales uses Organic products, and is proud to be working with Neal’s Yard Remedies, Origins and Aveda. For my treatments, Laura-Kate used a combination of Origins and Neal’s Yard products, which felt and smelt incredible! Both treatments were complete bliss. During my back massage,
Laura-Kate noticed the tension in my shoulders and expertly managed to relieve this for me. Too long hunched over my computer, I know where to go when it happens again! She made me feel very comfortable throughout the entire experience, as she is very friendly and professional in her manner. After my treatments, my skin felt amazing and I felt so refreshed and relaxed. I didn’t want to leave!
L.K. Beauty Wales offers other treatments some of which are, the popular Shellac and O.P.I nail Manicures, as well as a variety of other tempting treatments for both Female and Male, which you can find out about on the L.K. Beauty Wales Facebook page.
So in this run up to Christmas when we all want to look and feel our best for the party season, I would highly recommend a visit to L.K Beauty Wales, for a truly relaxing and enjoyable experience, because that’s definitely what I had… perks of the job!
Please check out L.K. Beauty Wales Facebook page or contact her on 07415 891709 to find out more. Nicole Williams
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Christmas is coming.......Fresh Farm Turkeys, Ducks & Geese
Large Range of Fresh Seasonal GameOur Homemade Sausagemeats,Stuffings & Homecured BaconAlongside Our Quality LocallySourced Beef, Lamb & Pork
Homecooked Hams & Festive Deli Counter
Call into discuss yourChristmas 2014 requirements with us
FAMILY BUTCHERS01497 820 636
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ChristmasOpen Evening
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Friday 28th November
All welcome
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Christmas Crafts atLongtownVillage Hall Stuck for gift ideas for this Christmas? Come along and support your local producers and crafts people at Longtown Village Hall on Saturday 8th November at 10am – 4pm for a superb array of gift ideas!
A great variety of gifts for this Christmas including interesting and unusual items, lots of practical presents, delicious luxuries and tempting local produce.
Admission free and refreshments available so come along and enjoy the local crafts and produce so you’re ready the festive season!
MAYALLJEWELLERS Est.1884
ClocksWatchesClogau GoldJewellerySilverware
A nice selection of gifts in stock10 High TownHay-on-WyeHerefordHR3 5AE
Tel: 01497821848Repairs & Restoration of Antique & Modern Clocks, Watches, Barometers & Jewellery
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Shop 1, Phoenix House, High Street, Talgarth
Telephone: 01874 711 165
• Carpets • Vinyls • Curtains • Blinds • Karndean • Paints • Sundries • Rugdoctor
NewFabricsNow inStock
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Home Selection Service
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Fabulous selection of Unique and unusual Giftsfor all, at very reasonable prices!
Gift vouchers availableLooking forward to seeing you at
The Coach House, Brobury House, Bredwardine, HR3 6BS
OPENING TIMES: MON-FRI 10-5PM SAT 10-4PM
Handmade Christmas@ Erwood Craft Centre & Café
Christmas carriage gifts from £2.50
New stock carefully selected from established artists.October 31st - December 24th
• Stocking fillers • Tokens of affection • Heartfelt gifts
Pop along in December and relax in our caféwith a glass of warm mulled spiced apple and cinnamon and traditional mince pie.
Open Monday - Sunday 10am-5.30pm / Café open throughout
LATE NIGHT shopping until 8pm Friday 12th & 19th Dec
Tel: 01982 560 674 Email: office@erwood-station.co.ukwww.erwood-station.co.uk
10 mins south of Builth Wells, 20 mins from Hay and Brecon Erwood Station, Llandeilo Graban, Builth Wells, Powys, LD2 3SJ
Right onthe doorstep!Erwood Station Crafts & Café has been busy
refurbishing their final carriage. You won’t believe
how neat and tidy and upgraded the work on show
has become. The Craft Centre hosts established
artists and craftspeople - open Monday to Sunday
too! It’s right on the doorstep and actually delivers on
perfect gifts. Do take a look at the website for some
examples of their gifts: www.erwood-station.co.uk
Why not make a morning or afternoon of of a trip;
take one of the six wonderful autumn walks from the
centre, or wander around the craft centre to select
interesting gifts.
Don’t forget to leave time for the home made cake
and yummy cappuccinos and hot chocolates.
Remember, the £5 spent with the local butcher is in turn spent with the local carpet company, who shops with the florist, who employs a local cleaner, who advertises in a local magazine(!), who are then able to offer an apprenticeship ... Shop Locally! Read our article on page 20 to see some of the many reasons to shop locally.
Support your local retailers
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The Bunkhouse
Planning a get together with friends, a family meet up or a works outing....?The bunkhouse is now open and sleeps 14A great place to relax, huge sofas, a wood burning stove,bunk bed pods and a slide to get down to the ground floor. The River Cafe next door can feed youand you can hire canoes, kayaks and Vespa scootersor curl up, read a book, mooch around Hay or climb a mountain.
On the Sustran Cycle Network and the Wye Valley Walk
CHRISTMAS MENU available, bookings now being taken!
WYEVALLEYCANOESBIKES AND BEDS
Please contact us for details or look at our website
www.wyevalleycanoes.co.ukinfo@wyevalleycanoes.co.uk
Telephone: 01497 847 213Cafe: 01497 847 007
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The CastlefieldsChristmas Menu 2014
StartersHomemade Leek & Potato Soup with croutons & warm roll (V)(GF)
Cod Goujons on iceberg lettuce with tartar sauce
Bruschetta with Mushroom & Rarebit topping (V)
Chicken Liver Pate with Orange Salad & Melba Toast (GF)
Main CourseTraditional Roast Turkey served with Pigs in Blanket & Roast Potatoes (GF)
Braised Shoulder of Lamb served in a Leek & Cider Sauce (GF)
Salmon en Croute, salmon with cream cheesewrapped in filo pastry with a creamy chive sauce
Mushroom, Brie, Rocket & Redcurrant Filo Parcelserved with a Shropshire Blue cheese sauce (V)
Sirloin Steak served with Trimmings & Chips (£3.00 supplement)(GF)
DessertChristmas pudding served with Brandy Sauce
Homemade Lemon Roulade (GF)
Apple & Sultana Strudel & Movenpick Cinnamon Ice Cream
Christmas Trifle (chocolate & black cherry)
2 Course £13.953 Course £15.95
The Castlefields Clifford, Hereford, HR3 5HBTelephone No: 01497 831554
New Years Eve 3 Course Menu
Please call for details
Open Every Monday in December 12pm - 3pm and 6pm - late
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Real Bread Bakery, The Bakers’ Table at Melin Talgarth Mill scooped four awards on their first attempt at the Tiptree World Bread Awards 2014.
Although they did not make the finalists awards ceremony where veteran award winning Hay baker Alex Gooch took the top prize in the Sourdough category, The Bakers’ Table received Gold for their Bara Felinwr (seeded wholemeal) made with Talgarth Mill flour. Their three other awards (all silver) were for Green Olive and Rosemary Foccacia Bread, Ciabatta, and Chocolate and Cherry buns made using Tiptree black cherry jam.
Owner Nicola Willis, and baker Ian Sheeran worked through the night to get their entries ready to be taken to London by member of staff, Aneira Williams who took the bread via train and taxi to Westminster the following morning for judging.
Nicola said ‘We are very excited to have won these awards for our bread as it’s the first competition of this kind that we have entered. Our staff and customers are delighted for us. We’ll be working on getting our breads to award ceremony level for next year’s competition. It’s fantastic to have this recognition for our loaves.’
Never one to rest on her laurels, Nicola has just completed the Café and Bakery’s entry for the National Tourism Awards in the category best Café, having won a runners up award in the 2013 competition.
Freshly baked bread can be purchased from the Café Tuesday-Saturday, Crickhowell Market on Fridays, Brecon Farmers Market, Talgarth Rural Market, Bijou Deli Café in Brecon, The Welsh Venison Centre at Bwlch, and Church Barn Farm Shop at Whitney on Wye.
Learn to bake classes are also available.
www.talgarthmill.com
Seasonal lunches from 1st December £10Home-made rich fruit
Christmas cakes from £16Available for private evening bookings
(minimum 30 people)
telephone: 01874 711125www.talgarthmill.com
www.facebook.com/thebakerstabletalgarth mill, the square, talgarth, ld3 0bw
Christmas offeringsVouchers for bread making classes atour award winning bakery from £65
THE TRAM INNTraditional Country Freehouse
Real Ales, Home Cooked Meals& Wood Burning Stoves
The Tram InnEardisleyHerefordHR3 6PG
01544 327251info@thetraminn.co.ukwww.thetraminn.co.uk
Please visit our websitefor details of our Christmas package
World Bread Awards Success
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Castle FeastCome in from the December chill to the warm,
romantic setting of Hay Castle for a benefit holiday
feast. For three days only, Greek chef Alexandros
Narlis will open a festive pop-up restaurant as a
fundraiser to support the restoration of Hay Castle.
Alex is best known locally for his tenure as head
chef at Richard Booth’s Bookshop Café. He works
with fresh ingredients strongly influenced by his
Aegean background and Greek Island cuisine. The
castle dinner will be a refined collaboration between
the traditional castle feast of classic rabbit, Welsh
beef, wild mushrooms and chestnuts, along with
Mediterranean influences such as calamari, fried
graviera, sundried tomatoes and Alex’s family estate
organic olive oil.
Dinner served from 8pm each night will be a
memorable feast you will not want to miss. The five-
course dinner, with exquisite vegetarian alternatives,
will be served in the castle’s grand dining room in front
of a roaring open fire. Start with a complimentary
cocktail and select a bottle of wine from a custom
wine list. Finish with Welsh chocolate textures before
heading for home.
A lunch menu will also be available each day from
12.30-2pm. Treat yourself to a well-deserved break
from Christmas shopping amongst the shops of Hay.
To book for Thursday 18th, Friday 19th or Saturday
20th of December, email feast@alexnarlis.com or call
01497 820 079.
Yak-Y-Da Restaurant
HAY ON WYE
Celebrate yourChristmas PartyAt The Yak-Y-Da Restaurantwith Nepalese and Thai Food
Eat Drink and Be Merry
Two Courses £14.00Three Courses £18.00
Menu available on www.yak-y-da.co.uk
Tel.01497 847 898/07432509838Email-khadkachongbang@yahoo.co.uk
The Bridge EndInn Talgarth
Autumn & Winter Opening HoursMonday - Sunday 5pm – til late
Wednesday Closed
A warm welcome awaits you Christmas Bookings
now being takenWe will be Closed from
November 2nd until November 14th
• Log Fires • Real Ales • Real Food
Telephone: 01874 711 936
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GM ElectricsALL DOMESTIC
AND COMMERCIALELECTRICS UNDERTAKEN
• HOUSE RE WIRES• EXTENSIONS &
NEW BUILDS• INSPECTION & TESTING
• CONDITION REPORTS• PART P QUALIFIED
ALL WORK IS FULLY INSURED
Tyrone Metcalfe58 Warren close, Hay on Wye
Hereford, HR3 5EL
T: 01497 821708M: 07973 780385
E: tgm_electrics@hotmail.co.ukPhotos and customer references available on request
T
Dolls House FunDolls, Dolls Houses & Furniture
Art Materials, Art & Craft LessonsNew books & clocks for sale
Open 11am until 5pm Tuesday to Saturday
Large amount of Dolls House items in stock
ART CLASSES:Mon. Craft class 7.00 - 9.00 pm
Tue. Art class. 10.30 - 12.30Wed. Art class. 11.00 - 1.00 pm
TWO DAY INTENSE ART COURSE.(Thurs and Fri) Please phone for details
Parking in front of the shop and house available
Dolls House Fun: Mrs G Abel19 Brecon Road, Hay-on-Wye, Hereford HR3 5DY
Tel: 01497 821913www.dollshousefun.co.uk/com
W E S T B R O O K I N T E R I O R SA F F O R D A B L E I N T E R I O R D E S I G N
Professional and tailored advice for your complete interior design or project.
Our range of services include
- Room or Lighting Designs from £250
- Colour planning £50
- House Doctor (for sales or lettings clients) from £150
- Management of works specificto create your interior design project
- Sourcing of Furniture and Accessoriesto compliment your new interior
Whatever your design requirements,your first consultation is free and without obligation.
Telephone: 01497 831 752 / 07966 535 674Email: design@westbrook-interiors.co.uk
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Festive magic for all the family at Hay Festival Winter Weekend, from 28th to 30th November 2014.
Join us for tales of adventure and Christmas inspiration in Hay at our fifteenth winter festival. Come and hang out with friends, laugh fit to burst and enjoy the finest stories, ideas, food and company in the fireside and mulled wine intimacy of Advent in Hay.
This year we are delighted to be joined by Booker Prize-winner Eleanor Catton, language experts David and Ben Crystal, Laura Bates, creator of the Everyday Sexism project, Danny Dorling on inequality and the 1%, and comedian Danny Ward fresh from the Edinburgh fringe. In the evenings there’ll be music and dancing, with swooning vocal charm from singer-songwriter Rozi Plain and a dazzling live-mixed DJ-based Electro Swing trio, Zoophonium.
Children and families can enjoy Stinkbomb and Ketchup-Face with John Dougherty, The Zebra Who Ran Too Fast with Jenni Desmond, magical puppet shows, Christmas crafts and much more.
With events at The Swan Hotel, Hay Castle and Booth’s Bookshop, Hay Food Fair and Vintage Fair, as well as Christmas shopping in Hay’s many lovely shops, it’s a perfect weekend!
Tickets online at www.hayfestival.org or by phone on 01497 822 629 or pop in to the Box Office at 25 Lion Street.
Perfect Weekend JDW JOINERY LTD is a family runcompany specialising in the design andmanufacture of purpose made joinery.
Which includes: Windows, Doors,Frames & Screens, Oak FramedPorches, Sunrooms/Conservatories,Staircases, Handmade Kitchens – withdesign & installation.
Please contact us for your free noobligation quotation:
01544 327711 /07795 328346
Email: jdwjoinery@gmail.com
Joinery LTD
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Cat Check-UpThis November Hay Vets are helping cat owners to spot the signs of common health problems seen in older cats. Did you know that arthritis, high blood pressure, kidney and dental disease are all frequently seen in cats over 10 years old? The practice is offering FREE health check-ups for older cats during November. There are limited appointments available, so please call us for more details on 01497 820863.
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This month we have 2 prizes up for grabs: a copy of the book ‘Framespotting’, featured in our October issue; also a Family Ticket for the Hay Winter Festival.. Please complete the word search, fill in the details below and send to Wye Local (address is on page 1).Closing date is 16th November 2014.
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Jenny Martine: jennypennymartin@gmail.comm: 07973 344075 t: 01497 831287
No job too small my aim is to providean excellent service
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• Deep Clean Service• End of Tenancy Cleaning
• Carpet Cleaning • Domestic CleaningPlus all other Home/Services
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JAMIE HOWARDELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR
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New developmentsat Church Barn Farm ShopChurch Barn Farm Shop are soon going into their 3rd year at the barn, and they have exciting developments ahead in 2015. For those of you who are unaware of who they are, they’re a farming family from Stowe Farm in Whitney on Wye, who opened Church Barn Farm Shop in 2011, and have been dedicated to producing and supplying the best quality produce they possibly can. They are strong believers in shopping locally and promoting the quality produce that we have in Herefordshire and the Welsh Borders.
Church Barn Farm Shop have just begun producing their own delicious natural yogurt with the milk from their organic herd, that graze just 2 minutes from the farm shop, and the production is now going to be taking place in the farm shop itself from early 2015. You will be able to see yogurt
production from the moment the milk arrives, to the labelled pot going on the shelves.
In October the shop opened a small children’s library room, working as part of the Rural Book Scheme with Herefordshire County Council, and they will be developing this in 2015 with a larger area for children, and developing an adult reading area and conference area with Wi-Fi.
They are starting to conduct courses at Church Barn and feel free to get in touch if you think they have an area you may be able to use.
They’d also really like to take this opportunity to thank everyone, as always, for your continued support, which has allowed them to make these developments!
Church BarnFarm ShopBreakfast and lunch served daily until 5pm
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Our own sacks of organic potatoes,beetroot and carrots available and also swede and parsnips
Back by popular demandour £6 organic veg box delivered free within 10 miles of the farm shop.
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Lift your Spirits!Do you fancy an evening of laughter and hilarity? Forget these dark November days and depressing daily news and come along to The Wye Players’ next production on 21st and 22nd November to lift your spirits and put a smile on your face.
They have specially selected three excellent plays, all of which have a humorous theme and revolve around family relationships - always a rich source of material! Set in the 1950’s, they were written by three different playwrights so each has its own individual style to challenge the actors’ and directors’ skills and present an entertaining programme.
The show is on at Glasbury Village Hall on Friday 21st and Saturday 22nd November at 7.30pm, with an interval for you wipe away the tears of laughter. Tickets are only £5 and are available at Hay Deli, Glasbury Garage or on the door.
Book early to avoid disappointment!!
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Poem CornerRemembrance
I am an old horse now; and every year,
Around the time when leaves have fallen
And mists make grey the lengthening nights,
My human friend speaks of those far-gone days
When horses went to war, were maimed and died
To serve mankind;
And then, with poppy tied onto my bridle,
We jog through berried lanes, remembering them.
By Clare Mason Cross
Do you have a poem you would like to publishin a future issue of the Wye Local magazine?If so, please email your poem tolisamarie@wyelocal.co.uk
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Our organic RUBY RED devon Beef and Lamb reared on our farms at Lower Pothamal
And Ciliau, or bought locally.Our beef is hung for 21 days before
being prepared for the shop.Rib and Sirloin on the bone a specialityFree range pedigree welsh pork from
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We now cure our own Baconand Gammon on the Bone.
We have a small deli counter selling organic, butter, cheese milk and eggs
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Truck LoadTruck and Trailer LoadTractor and Trailer LoadKindling by the bag
We deliver 7 days a week to Brecon, Llangorse, Clyro, Hay, Clifford, Talgarth, Bronllys, and Glasbury on Wye, Llyswen, Boughrood and Erwood. Delivery is free of charge within a 10 mile radius of our Velindre base - please ask about our very reasonable delivery charges further afield.
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Stock up for Winter!Adrian has been supplying firewood for longer than he cares to remember (well, actually for 38 years!) and he is passionate about his trade. In fact when he wakes up in the morning he thinks about logs and when he goes to bed at night he thinks about logs. The equipment and technology available to process firewood today has changed a lot since Adrian first started in the firewood business. Having invested heavily in the latest equipment, to make processing the firewood as efficient as possible, Adrian is able to keep the quality high and the prices amongst the lowest in the area.
Adrian prides himself on preparing and delivering high quality, locally sourced firewood at a great price and with a prompt and reliable service. The business has grown from strength to strength through the retention of his valued customers, 90% of whom place repeat orders! That speaks volumes about the quality of his firewood logs and his service! Adrian can supply to your needs selling hardwood logs, in a range of sizes to suit your requirements (measure
your stove door to get advice on the best size), including Ash, Beech, Oak, and Sycamore.
When the tree is felled, the wood will contain 50-60% moisture. A tonne load of wood at 50% moisture will deliver half of the heat of a tonne load of logs at 25% moisture content. So if you buy poorly seasoned logs by the tonne you will not only be paying for the water, you will then have to try to burn it! To get the most heat for your money it is really important that you only use seasoned logs with a maximum moisture content of 25%. At A W Logs the wood is seasoned to less than 25% moisture content and are sold by volume, not by weight so you will always know the size of the load you are receiving.
Delivering 7 days a week to Brecon, Llangorse, Clyro, Hay on Wye, Clifford, Talgarth, Bronllys, and Glasbury on Wye, Llyswen, Boughrood and Erwood. Delivery is free of charge within a 10 mile radius of the Velindre base - very reasonable delivery charges further afield. Get stocked up for the Winter!
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News from Glasbury ArtsThe autumn is the time of year our visual arts programme begins and is an opportunity to look at the work of exciting artists at the annual exhibition or decide to join in with making something of your own in the first of our workshops.
11th Annual Visual Arts Exhibition on Thursday, October 30th to Sunday, November 2nd, 2014 Glasbury Village Hall.
This year’s line-up includes two paintings by Cedric Morris, on loan from Cyfarthfa Castle Museum and Gallery, works by Josef Herman, who spent twenty years working in Ystradgynlais and whose work can be seen at Tate Britain and National Portrait Gallery, leading Welsh sculptor, Dilys Jackson, Hannah Firmin, the illustrator for Alexander McCall Smith’s No 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency novel and much more besides.
Opening times: Thursday: 7-9pm, Friday, Saturday and Sunday: 11am to 5pm
Entry to the exhibition is free
Lino cut workshop
for adults with Victoria Keeble Sunday, November 23rd 2014 Glasbury Village Hall, 10.30am to 4pm.
Victoria trained as a textile designer at Falmouth School of Art and in the 1960s designed and hand-embroidered silk shirts and kaftans for ‘Mr Fish’ in London. Her highly decorative style typically features animals, birds and mythical beasts, reflecting her love
of mediaeval decoration. A member of Rodd Printmakers at The Sidney Nolan Trust and a founder member of the Hay Makers, Victoria’s work is in private collections throughout Europe and also in Australia, Canada and the USA.
Participants in the Glasbury
workshop will be working towards producing a unique and distinctive Christmas card.
Ticket prices: £45, full price, £30 concessions (unwaged, students, over-60s)10% members’ discount applies to both prices.
Tickets: by telephone on 07583 544110, or in person at Old Forest Arts, The Craft Centre, Hay-on-Wye.
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Baskerville Hall HotelClyro Court Nr Hay-on-Wye
on the A438 Hereford to Brecon main road at Clyro
Open Acoustic SessionEvery Wednesday
An informal gathering of players, singers and friends, entirely acoustic, without the paraphernalia of leads and microphones.
Collaborations encouraged. A free drink anda bowl of chips for all performers.
Audience and players - All Welcome
From 8.30pm Free entry from 7pmReal Ale & Bar Snacks available 7pm - 9.30pm
Ample free car parking
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Our third year has been incredibly busy, not just with riding but with fundraising and preparing for carriage driving, which we hope to start next year.
Based at Bryngwyn Riding Centre, near Painscastle, we now provide sessions for up to 20 children every other Saturday, as well as up to eight adults and young people on Thursdays; these are tailored to suit specific needs and requirements.
Saturday riders have worked towards their RDA proficiency tests; children have been riding independently, learning parts of the pony and remembering what a stirrup, bit and girth look like. They and their families have been delighted with their progress and there have been lots of big smiles and a few emotional tears, and that is just from the volunteers! Next year, we are looking to give our riders an opportunity to try endurance riding and we hope to take some to regional competitions too.
We are so grateful to everyone who has given their time, energy and cash, and donated goods
for the charity shop in Llandrindod Wells, which raised a fantastic £2,200. The Huntington Chase, held in September, also supported us, raising £255, and Fairfield High School donated £150. These funds will be used to purchase a harness for the carriage driving, as well as other equipment and resources.
We could not function without our brilliant team of committed and experienced volunteers, who are so willing to spend their days supporting our riders. If you are willing to learn and would like to be part of this enthusiastic team, with or without previous experience, we can find a role to suit you! We are particularly looking for helpers for the Thursday sessions, which will be continuing into the winter, so long as the weather permits.
If you would like more information, please contact Ruth Stevens on: 01497 851360 or email: bryngwyn.rda@gmail.com or visit our website www.ridinginwales.com.
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Our next meeting will be on Wednesday 26th November at Glasbury Village Hall 2.30.-4.30p.m.We will be having a florist to give demonstrations, and present floral arrangements and ideas for the Christmas season. An enjoyable event to end our club meetings at the hall for this year, as we will be having our Christmas lunch meeting on Wednesday 10th December. Further details of venue and menu will be displayed locally.Hope you will be able to join us.As many of you will already know, the unexpected event on the evening of 26th September (the non arrival of our presenter of The Wonders of Westonbirt) it turned out to be a compounding of many things that happened, and Pauline our presenter for the evening was truly sorry and I must say, very stressed when I spoke to her the following day. There was no accident, as I know some of you were worried as she was expected to be travelling from Stroud area I now have a written apology from the organiser at Westonbirt which I will make available for all to see at our meetings.Thanks to everyone who came along to support us, and so sorry it didn’t turn out as planned.Special thanks to all who so kindly declined their ticket refund.We enjoyed a pleasant musical quiz with John Rees who accommodated us at the last minute at our September meeting. Much laughter heard trying to get things right.The prizes were appreciated, thank you.The MacMillans Coffee Morning, sponsored by the Club and held at Geraldine and Frank Cleary’s home, raised £253 thanks to everyone who supported us.Many thanks to Geraldine and Frank for making their home available to us yet again.For further information Ring Gloria on: 01497 847726 or Geraldine on: 01497 847697.Best Wishes Gloria Gray.
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Brian Dennis & Son62 Ford Fiesta Zetec 1.4 tdci, 5 door, Blue, 14,500 miles £889562 Peugeot 107 Active 1.0, 5 door, white £589560 Ford Focus Zetec 1.8, 5 door , Blue £6695
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News fromGwernyfedHigh SchoolOn Wednesday 1st October Gwernyfed High School hosted its annual Open Evening.
This highly successful evening was a wonderful opportunity for prospective pupils and their parents to see and experience the school. Mr Williams, the Head teacher gave a brief presentation to the packed hall, attributing the schools success to the “Gwernyfed Effect”.
What is the “Gwernyfed Effect”?.........
The staff challenge the students to succeed and are relentless in expecting high standards. We believe that the students can and will achieve their potential through hard work. We support all of our students regardless of ability and we find that the pupils gain in confidence and self-belief.
We know this works because every year our results have improved and this year we achieved our best ever results: At GCSE over 70% of pupils achieved 5 A* - C grades including English and Mathematics which was an increase of over 8% on last year. 96% achieved at least 5 A* - C GCSE grades and 100% achieved at least 5 A* - G GCSE grades. At KS3 (years 7-9) we achieved our best ever Key Stage 3 results.
The Open Evening also included the first screening of the ‘Welcome to Gwernyfed 2014’ video, starring pupils and staff at the school. This students’ view of the school was created by Sixth Formers Sam Powell and Rebecca Williams and is available to view on the website (www.gwernyfed.com)
Visitors were then able to enjoy touring the school, where departments showcased their subjects with information on the courses as well as enjoyable interactive sessions. These included icing cakes in Hospitality, experiments in Science, questionnaires in Geography and competitions in PE.
The evening was a huge success and was thoroughly enjoyed by the many visitors.
If you would like to come and visit Gwernyfed, please contact 01497 847445.
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News fromHaygarthMedical CentreThe new computer system is finally settling; we’re gaining confidence using it more quickly and efficiently. Hopefully you’ve noticed!
Appointments
There will never be enough appointments, however it is frustrating for us when patients do not attend (DNA) their appointment - sometimes they no longer need the appointment or simply forget. Please remember to always cancel/rearrange appointments you cannot keep, so they may be offered to someone else and clinical time isn’t wasted.
In an effort to reduce DNAs we now only release routine GP appointments two weeks ahead – e.g appointments for 15th December will become available on 1st December.
A selection of appointments are available for booking via the internet on the “My Health On Line” system. Please ask for details.
Sometimes you don’t need to see the doctor – eg to discuss results or seek advice. We now offer telephone consultations. Booked through reception, an estimated time will be given for the GP to phone you. You should be available during that session and ensure we have your correct contact details. Remember…not everything can be dealt with over the telephone, and you should consider carefully whether this is a suitable option for you.
Chronic disease … have you had your annual review yet? Please book an appointment with the nurse.
Christmas/NewYear. both surgeries are closed on 25th/26th December and 1st January. Please ensure you have sufficient medication for the period. Shropdoc will cover this closure.
Hay Surgery 01497 822100
Talgarth Surgery 01874 713000
Website www.hay-garth.co.uk
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Scott WroeHearing
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For more information or to arrange your appointmentPlease call 01432 342218
Scott Wroe Hearing is an independent, family run hearing aid practice that has provided private hearing aid services throughout Hay on Wye and the surrounding areas for over 20 years.Hearing assessment appointments can be carried out in thecomfort of your own home or we have weekly clinics availableat the Nuffield Hospital Hereford.
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THE TOWER HOTEL
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News fromHay U3AOur next U3A meeting will be at 10.30am on Tuesday 18th November at The Swan at Hay, Church Street. The afternoon discussion will begin at 1.30pm.
In the morning two leading educationalist, Dr Jonathan Godfrey OBE and Hugh Howe CBE will be addressing the question ‘ Education – Where Next’.
In the afternoon we will be looking at how the internet is changing learning at all levels of education from infants through to adults of all ages.
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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News fromTimbuktuThe last few weeks have seen two great fundraising events for Hay2Timbuktu projects. We held a film and curry night at the Globe and welcomed the Malian Consul, Mark Saade. Mark told us that he remains positive that a lasting peace agreement will be reached. However there are still instances of violence, particularly in the North of Mali. Mark is planning to link us up with the brave individual who rescued many of the treasured manuscripts from Timbuktu, and we hope to bring the story to Hay in the future. We watched a film about how musicians in Mali reacted to the troubles, you can watch it online at sahelcalling.com.
The second fundraiser was organised by Medics4Timbuktu and included dancing, drumming and an inspirational talk on fair trade. It was a great evening to recognise Black History Month. Thanks to everyone who came along to either of these events. And a big thank you to all the shops in Hay who created Timbuktu themed windows to mark Mali Independence Day.
We’ve received photos to show the motorbike ambulance that Hay purchased in action in Timbuktu. As well as responding to medical emergencies, the motorbike will help transport pregnant women to clinics.
The second instalment of our bursary to fund girls in schools will be issued soon. The results from the end of academic exams were great for those girls in the bursary with 98% passing and moving on to the next grade. The English teacher from the schools where our project is working is now in direct contact with us, and he tells us the girls’ English has improved greatly and they are enthusiastic to learn.
It’s the Hay2Timbuktu Annual General Meeting on 13th November. We’ll be welcoming some new Trustees to the board, and look forward to seeing anyone interested in our work at the Swan from 7pm.
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News from the Village QuireFollowing the quire’s recent performance of their WW1 show Back to the Garden; a show based on letters sent from the front by Presteigne gardener William Bevan and performed in Leominster Priory in September, the quire and Phil Smith will be giving a FREE performance of the show again in Glasbury Village Hall on Remembrance Sunday (9th November) from 3 – 4 pm. This concert is to mark the one hundredth anniversary of the outbreak of the First World War. Call the quire on 01497 847676 to reserve your FREE tickets (which includes refreshments).
Christmas is also fast approaching and the quire and Phil will be performing their popular, atmospheric, candlelit concert again this year at All Saints’ Church, Cwmbach, Glasbury on Saturday 13th December at 7.30 pm. Tickets £7.50 / £5 (under 18s) from 01497 847676 and include a mince pie and warming glass of mulled wine. This year’s show is entitled Keeping Up Old Christmas - songs and stories of wonders and wassailing, of miracles and mirth; rousing West Gallery anthems and intimate festive miniatures to melt your heart – an older Christmas, more stark, more true; glimpsed in the glimmering light of candle flames.
The Village Quire: ‘... spine-tingling harmony singing with all the emotional clout, subtlety of expression and love of life that you get when voices are raised together in song.’
www.villagequire.org.uk
Baker Wanted
We are still looking for a competent, reliable
baker to work night shifts in our well established
artisan bakery in Hay on Wye where we take great
pride in our work. A passion for bread is essential.
Contact Please email a current CV to: alexgooch1@hotmail.co.uk or write to Alex Gooch, Unit 7 Greenfields Industrial Estate, Forest Road, Hay on Wye HR3 5FA
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Beautiful & unusual gifts and treasures, naturally formed
or inspirationally created. Also for a limited time a collection
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Recipe: The Chef ’s at The Tram Inn, Eardisley
You’ll need:
Sticky toffee pudding:
190g finely chopped
pitted dates
310ml water
1 teaspoon of bicarbonate
of soda
65g unsalted butter
190g caster sugar
1 medium egg
190g self raising flour
Butterscotch sauce:
470ml double cream
120g unsalted butter
190g soft dark brown
sugar
Sticky toffee pudding with butterscotch sauce.
What next:
Sticky toffee pudding:
• Grease a loaf tin & dust with
a little flour
• Cream the butter & sugar until light and fluffy
• Add the egg
• Boil the water & dates for 5 mins
• Add the bicarbonate of soda to the boiling mix, then
remove from the heat and give a good stir
• Add the date mix to the sugar & butter mix and stir
• Add the sifted flour a little at a time
• Pour into a loaf tin and bake at 180°c for 30/40 mins
• Check to ensure cooked in middle using a clean knife
Butterscotch sauce:
• Melt the butter
• Whisk in the sugar until smooth
• Add the cream
• Simmer for 6/7 minutes
Delicious served with either pouring cream of a scoop of vanilla ice cream
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Recipe: The Chef ’s at The Tram Inn, Eardisley
You’ll need:
Sticky toffee pudding:
190g finely chopped
pitted dates
310ml water
1 teaspoon of bicarbonate
of soda
65g unsalted butter
190g caster sugar
1 medium egg
190g self raising flour
Butterscotch sauce:
470ml double cream
120g unsalted butter
190g soft dark brown
sugar
Sticky toffee pudding with butterscotch sauce.
What next:
Sticky toffee pudding:
• Grease a loaf tin & dust with
a little flour
• Cream the butter & sugar until light and fluffy
• Add the egg
• Boil the water & dates for 5 mins
• Add the bicarbonate of soda to the boiling mix, then
remove from the heat and give a good stir
• Add the date mix to the sugar & butter mix and stir
• Add the sifted flour a little at a time
• Pour into a loaf tin and bake at 180°c for 30/40 mins
• Check to ensure cooked in middle using a clean knife
Butterscotch sauce:
• Melt the butter
• Whisk in the sugar until smooth
• Add the cream
• Simmer for 6/7 minutes
Delicious served with either pouring cream of a scoop of vanilla ice cream
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MONDAYClyro Primary School Parent and Toddler Group: 9 - 10.30am. For play, fun activities, songs and stories. 0 – 5 years. Just turn up and join in! £1 per session. Contact 01497 820860.
Freestyle Fitness Yoga: 9.15 - 10am 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.
Life Drawing: 10am - 4pm at Clyro Village Hall. Beginners welcome. Contact 01497 831550. MODELS WANTED.
Story Time at Hay Library: 11.30am - 12pm. Come join in the fun. Contact 01497 820847.
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: 2pm. The Swan Hotel, Hay. Friendly Bridge - all standards welcome.
Friendship Club: (third Monday of the month) 2.30 - 4pm at Llanigon Village Hall. Tea, cakes and chat. Contact Ann Pritchard 01497 847221.
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.
Whist Drive: 6.30pm for 7.30pm start. Talgarth Church Hall.
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: The Old Museum, Glamorgan St, Brecon. £5 per session 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.
What’s on:during the week
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.
TUESDAYLlyswen Parent & Toddler Group: 9.10 - 11am. Term time only. Llyswen Village Hall. Everyone welcome, lots of fun and good company. Children from 0 - School age.
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, Beginners and all levels welcome. £5 per session. Contact Emma Phillpotts on 01497 831704 or email emmaphillpotts@gmail.com.
Muddy Puddles Playgroup: 9.30 – 11.30am (Term time only). Escleyside Hall (behind Michaelchurch Escley Primary School). Join the weekly themed activities, spacious indoor play and outdoor adventures in our beautiful surroundings (bring wellies). £1.50 per family. Contact Kirsty 01981 240225.
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. 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.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..Gwernyfed Ladies Running Club: 6.15pm. Location varies, see Gwernyfed Sports Centre Facebook Page. Contact 01497 847740.Whist Drive: 6.30 for 7.30pm start. Talgarth Church Hall.Talgarth Bowling Club (Practice Night): 6.30pm, Talgarth. New bowlers welcome. Contact 01874 711458.Glasbury Paddlers: Canoe club meets at 6.30pm at Glasbury. Formore information call in at PSM Outdoors in Hay and ask for Peter.Hay Film Makers: 6.30 to 8pm. The Globe, Hay. Free entry. Come and learn how to make films. Open to all. Contact Janine 07733 055430.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.
Slimming World: 7pm. County Primary School, Oxford Street, Hay. Contact Helen 01497 822881 or 07939 114452.
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. 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 - 8.30pm at Gwernyfed Rugby Club, Talgarth.Contact Heather Summerfield 01874 711093.
Hay Camera Club: 7.30pm at Llanigon Village Hall. Contact Christine Starnes 01981550589 or 07932716035 or Colin Laurence 01981 550069.
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.
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
What’s on:during the week
What’s on:during the weekmembership 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
Bee Busy Playgroup: 9 – 11am. Clifford Community Centre. Creative play, making and baking for 0 - 4 years. Contact 07989 980601.
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.
Stay and Play – Parent led playgroup: (Term-time only) 9.30 – 11.30am. The Cabin @ Bronllys Primary School. Bumps, babies & toddlers – all welcome. £1 per session, refreshment included. Contact 01874 711444.
Tai Chi Movements for Wellbeing: 10 – 11am. Yoga Studio, Booth’s Bookshop, Hay. Contact Jo Song 01981 250470.
Coffee morning:10.30am - 12 at Royston Hall, Bronllys. Coffee or tea and cake £1. Proceeds to the hall. Everyone welcome.
Hay Luncheon Club: 12pm-2.30pm (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.
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.
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 822419 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.
Kettlercise: 6.30pm at Gwernyfed Sports Centre. Call to book. Contact 01497 847740.
Tennis Club: 6.30pm onwards at the Tennis Courts Hay. Contact Alun Smith 07967914123.
Pop up Poetry: 7pm (Last Wednesday of the month). Tomatitos, Hay.
Live Music @ Baskerville Hall-Open 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 01497 822523.
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 & Powys Army Cadet Force: 7 - 9pm at The Cadet Centre, Gypsy Castle, Hay-on-Wye. Please see details on previous listing.
Recovery Spinning: 7:30 – 8pm at Gwernyfed Sports Centre. Call to book. Contact 01497 847740.
The Brecon Singers – Rehearsals 7.30 – 9.30pm (Term Time only). Neuadd Goffa, Christ College, Brecon. We are currently preparing for our concert in Brecon Cathedral on Saturday 15th November at 7.30pm when we are performing Chris Williams’ Tsunami Requiem and Rutter’s Requiem with orchestra and soprano soloist Isabel Bridgeman. Tickets from Cathedral shop and www.ticketsource.co.uk/event/70273. After this concert we begin rehearsals for our December Christmas Concert St Mary’s Church. Join us if you love to sing. No auditions. Contact 01874 658332 or visit www.breconsingers.com.
What’s on:during the weekBlack 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 Katy 07896 361453.
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.
Brecon and District Credit Union Collection 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: 6pm (U15’s girls) 6.30pm (U
18’s) 6.45pm (Ladies).Gwernyfed Rugby Club, Talgarth. Contact Delyth Thomas 07891 371458.
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 at The Swan Hotel, Hay.
Table Tennis: 6.30 - 8.30pm at Glasbury Village Hall. Over 18s only.Please ring to check availability. Contact Malcolm Bradley 01497 831633.
Ladies Netball: 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.
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.
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.
Relaxing Yoga & Meditation with Georgie: 10 – 11.30am. Booths
What’s on:during the week / monthBookshop 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.
Dorstone Dormice Baby & Toddler Group: 10am – 12 noon (Term time only). Dorstone Villlage Hall. £1 per child which includes snacks and tea/coffee. Please come along and say hello!
“Committee Meeting” for Gym & Tonic: (Last Friday of the month) 10.30am. Gym & Tonic, Hay. Come and join us to help have a say in our vibrant future. Refreshments provided. All welcome. Contact 01497 822995.
Brecon & District Credit Union Collection Point: 11am – 1pm. Talgarth Library. Support your community bank with a savings account or a low interest loan. Contact Jan 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.
Needles in Hay - Craft Circle: 2 – 5pm. 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.
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.
Paleo Meet-up (First Friday of the month): 7pm. Cusop Village Hall, Hay. Join us for an informal get-together for anyone interested in the Paleo/Primal lifestyle. Everybody welcome. Contact 01874 624696.
Red Kite Workshops: 7 - 8.30pm at The Drama Studio, Gwernyfed High School. Term time only.
Bingo: (first Friday of the month)eyes down 7.30pm. Glasbury Village Hall. Contact Darren Ricketts 01497 847250.
Zac Mountford (young pianist and vocalist) performs at The Lion’s Den: 8.30pm. The Old Black Lion, Hay. Contact 01497 820841.
SATURDAY
Table Sale: 8am – 1pm (First Saturday in the month). Talgarth Church Hall.
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 16th November
Hay Makers Autumn Exhibition: St John’s Place, Hay. Contact 01497 820556.
Thursday 30th October until Sunday 2nd November
Glasbury Arts presents “11th Annual Visual Arts Exhibition: 7 – 9pm Thursday, 11am – 5pm Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Glasbury Village Hall. Free entry. Contact 07583 544110. See article on page 48.
Saturday 1st November
Rotary Caledonian Market: 11am. Brecon Market Hall. Entrance £1. Proceeds to charity. Visit www.breconrotary.com.
Ceilidh with the Gower All Stars: 7.30 – 11pm. The Parish Hall, Hay. Entrance £5 on the door (children free). Bring your own refreshments and get your dancing shoes on! Rich propulsive dance music from three of the finest traditional musicians in Wales: Ceri Rhys Matthews - flute, whistles, bombard & pipes; Sille Ilves - fiddle, hurdy-gurdy & kannel; Martin Leamon guitar, bouzouki & calling. Contact 01497 847676.
Shenanigans – Electric Swing Circus, DJ Jitterbug: 8pm. The Globe at Hay. £8/10 Contact 01497 821762. See advert on page 62.
Tuesday 4th November
Heart Healing Meditation: 7 – 9pm. Tabernacle in Talgarth. Further details and bookings - Contact Julie 01497 851764 or 07749 391714.
What’s on:during the monthWednesday 5th November
Black Mountains Lions Club – Hay & District Community Bonfire and Firework Display: 6pm, gates open, 6.45pm bonfire lit, 7pm fireworks. Clyro Court, Clyro, Nr Hay. Adults £4, children £1. Refreshments and other stalls.
Thursday 6th November
Flicks in the Sticks presents – “Twenty Feet from Stardom” (Cert 12A): 7.30pm. Brilley Village Hall. Cabaret seating. Bring your own refreshments. Tickets £4, Children £2.50. Contact 01544 327227.
Friday 7th November
“Wow Women” Workshop: 6.30 - 8pm. Gym & Tonic, Hay. £4. Booking essential. Contact Cat 01497 822995. See advert on page 8.
Get Quizzical – Monthly Quiz: 8pm. The Globe at Hay. £2 Contact 01497 821762. See advert on page 62.
Saturday 8th November
Brecknock Farmers Market: 9.30am – 2pm. Brecon Market Hall. Contact 07805 375636. Visit www.brecknockfarmersmarket.co.uk. See advert on page 66.
Christmas Crafts: 10am – 4pm. Longtown Village Hall. See article on page 27.
Bronllys Hospital & Community League of Friends Autumn Fair: 2pm. Talgarth Church Hall.
Eighteen Rabbit 2nd Birthday Celebration: 5 - 7pm. Eighteen Rabbit at Hay Castle. Come and celebrate our second birthday with drinks and nibbles. See advert on page 28.
The Bakers’ Table – Guest Chef Night: Talgarth Mill. The Gourmet Gardener cooks an 8 course tasting menu. Tickets £25. Booking in advance essential. Contact
01874 711125.
Sunday 9th November
Talgarth’s Service of Remembrance: See article on page 3.
The Village Quire present their WW1 show “Back to the Garden”: 3pm. Glasbury Village Hall. Free, but ticketed. Contact 01497 847676. See article on page 63.
Monday 10th November
Fairtrade Hay Meeting: 8pm. The Swan at Hay. Come and find out what it means for Hay to be a Fairtrade town, and get involved with our campaigns and events. All welcome.
Thursday 13th November
Hay2Timbuktu Annual General Meeting: 7pm. The Swan at Hay – Heron Room. All welcome. See article on page 60.
Friday 14th November
Barney Norris on Peter Gill & Contemporary Welsh Theatre: 6pm. Richard Booth’s Bookshop, Hay. Free but ticketed. Contact 01497 820322.
Saturday 15th November
Ewyas Harold VIntage & Antique Christmas Fayre: 10am. Ewyas Harold Memorial Hall, Pontrilas Road, NP8 1BN. Vintage Teashop with homemade cakes & refreshments. We support Cancer Research UK. Contact 07977 846509.
Christmas Fair: 10am. Royal Welsh Regimental Museum, The Watton, Brecon. Admission £2 - Children free. Refreshments, stalls. In aid of the Museum Appeal.
Bingo: 7.30pm. Cusop Village Hall. Another chance to experience one of Jim’s unique, fun-based Bingo evenings. Bring a bottle if you wish – we will have tea/coffee/cake available. Entry is £3 per
person including all game cards. Contact Paul 01497 822885 or Jim 01497 820705.
Rabbit Theatre presents – “Great Expectations”: 7.30pm. Brilley Village Hall. Cabaret seating. Bring your own refreshments. Tickets £8.50, Children £5. Contact 01544 327227.
Brecon Singers Concert - Chris Williams’ Tsunami Requiem and John Rutter’s Requiem: 7.30pm. Brecon Cathedral. Brecon Singers, directed by Jonathan Ling, will perform two dramatic Requiems. The first, Chris Williams’ dynamic and sensitive Tsunami Requiem, retells the dramatic events of the Asian Tsunami on Boxing Day 2004.The second, John Rutter’s beautiful Requiem, is much loved and was the music of choice for the many memorial services across the US following the 9/11 tragedy. The singers will be joined by pupils from Christ College and supported by flute, oboe, harp, cello, brass, percussion and organ. The evening will also feature soprano soloist Isabel Bridgeman. Tickets £10 or £5 for under 18s. Available online at www.breconsingers.ticketsource.co.uk, The Cathedral Shop or on the door. Contact 01874 658332.
Shenanigans – EDM Basement: 8pm. The Globe at Hay. £4/6 Over 18s only. Contact 01497 821762. See advert on page 62.
Monday 17th November
Brilley Monday Club: This will be a fun and practical evening with two talented members of the Monday Club who will give a demonstration of making a gift box and Christmas cracker, and also one surprise which we can use to decorate our Christmas lunch table a home. Contact 01497 831535.
Monday 17th November until January 2015
What’s on:during the month / next monthHay Makers Gallery Christmas Exhibition: St John’s Place, Hay. Contact 01497 820556. See advert on page 21.
Tuesday 18th November
U3A Hay – The Swan at Hay: 10.30am – Morning session, 1.30pm – Afternoon Session. Entrance fee is £3 for members and £5 for non-members. New members always welcome. Contact Rodney Mace 01497 820679. See article on page 59.
Heart Healing Meditation: 7 – 9pm. Tabernacle in Talgarth. Further details and bookings - Contact Julie 01497 851764 or 07749 391714.
Friday 21st November
Comedy: Machynlleth Festival Triple Bill – Jonny & the Baptists, Pat Cahill and Tiernan Douieb: 8pm. The Globe at Hay. £8/9/10. Contact 01497 821762. See advert on page 62.
Friday 21st and Saturday 22nd November
The Wye Players present: “A Triple Bill of Humour”: 7.30pm. Glasbury Village Hall. Tickets £5. See article and advert on page 44.
Saturday 22nd November
Christmas Fayre – Hay Cat Rescue: 10am – 3pm. Cusop Village Hall. Contact 01497 821401. See advert on page 14.
Gala Dinner in aid of Royal Welsh Regimental Museum Appeal: Llangoed Hall. Booking essential. Contact 01497 847262.
Winforton Community Association, with support from Arts Alive, Arts Council England and Herefordshire Council presents: “Bon Debarras” – 7.45pm. Winforton Community Hall. Canadian Folk Band. Bring your own drinks and take advantage of the Sun Inn’s early evening concert special meal deal.
It will be a great night out. Book early to avoid disappointment - our Arts Alive concerts usually sell out. Contact Alun Roberts 01544 328425.
Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd November
‘Art at No. 10’ Christmas Show: 10.30am – 5pm Saturday, and 11am – 4pm Sunday. 10, The Struet, Brecon, LD3 7LL. See advert on page 9.
Sunday 23rd November
Glasbury Arts - Lino Cut Workshop for Adults with Victoria Keeble: 10.30am – 4pm. Glasbury Village Hall. Ticket prices: £45, full price, £30 concessions (unwaged, students, over-60s) 10% members’ discount applies to both prices. Tickets: by telephone on 07583 544110. See article on page 48.
Wednesday 26th November
Glasbury Get Together Club: 2.30 – 4.30pm. Glasbury Village Hall. Contact Gloria 01497 847726 or Geraldine 01497 847697. See article on page 52.
Friday 28th November
Christmas Open Evening: 5pm. C J Gibbons Family Butchers, Hay. All welcome. Contact 01497 820636. See advert on page 26.
Santa’s Grand Arrival: 6.30pm. The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks. Free entry, no booking required. Contact 01497 847055. See advert inside front cover.
Friday Live – Not My Finest Hour, Ty Walker and The Detour and Point Zero: 8pm. The Globe at Hay. £4/5/6. Contact 01497 821762. See advert on page 62.
Friday 28th – Sunday 30th November
Hay Festival Winter Weekend:
Contact 01497 822629. See advert and article on pages 38 and 39.
Saturday 29th November
Hay-on-Wye Winter Food Festival: 10am – 4pm. Memorial Car Park, Hay. Contact Andrew Powell 07779 012019. See advert on back cover.
Talgarth - Switching on of Christmas Lights: 5pm for 6pm. Father Christmas will be in his Grotto in the Town Hall and there will be mulled wine and mince pies. See article on page 3.
Shenanigans – King Porter Stomp: 8pm. The Globe at Hay. £6/8/10. Contact 01497 821762. See advert on page 62.
Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th November
Festival of Angels (Earthly & Heavenly): 11am – 4pm. St. Michael’s Church, Llanfihangel-Talyllyn. Admission £2, School age – free. Refreshments, in aid of the Church, served in the Black Cock Inn.
Sunday 30th November
The Annual Tree of Light Service: St Gwendoline’s Parish Church, Talgarth. See article on page 3.
Thursday 4th December
Cheese & Wine Evening: 6.30pm. The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks. £10pp or £7.50pp for parties of 4 or more. Contact 01497 847055. See advert inside front cover.
Flicks in the Sticks presents – “The Selfish Giant” (Cert 15): 7.30pm. Brilley Village Hall. Cabaret seating. Bring your own refreshments. Tickets £4, Children £2.50. Contact 01544 327227.
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HOMELITE SELF PROPELLED PETROL 150CC LAWNMOWER. 45cm. cut, good condition, too large for new property £60. 01874 711454.
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FUJITSU LAPTOP with Windows 8 hardly used. £300. 01497 842929.
BAKER WANTED. We are looking for a competent, reliable baker to work night shifts in our well established artisan bakery in Hay on Wye.Please email a current CV to: alexgooch1@hotmail.co.uk or write to Alex Gooch, Unit 7 Greenfields Industrial Estate, Forest Road, Hay on Wye HR3 5FA
CLYRO COMMUNITY COUNCIL A Vacancy has arisen for the post of Clerk for the above council. The post is part time and involves 15 hours per month. For further information please contact Clerk on 01874 711866/07403311409 or Chairman on 07948004729/01497 820898.
FULL TIME OR PART TIME CHEF REQUIRED at Tram Inn, Eardisley. Own transport and experience essential. Phone Mark on 01544 327251 for more information.
EXPERIENCED CARPENTER WANTED. Please contact Smith Builders Ltd for more information, 01544 327169 / info@smithbuildersltd.co.uk
EXPERIENCED, RESPONSIBLE LIVE-IN-CARER available for respite and post hospital care. Fully CRB checked, experienced in all aspects of care (also experienced special diets cook) Driver with own car. Available to cover between 1 and 3 weeks at a time. Please contact Alison at
alisonhuntley@hotmail.co.uk or tel:07443438064.
PERSONAL ASSISTANT REQUIRED for a lady in her fifties living near Llyswen, requiring support in the home & with going out. You must be reliable and a willing team player, flexible and dedicated.Excellent rates of pay. 19 hours contracted every other weekend, plus extra cover when required. For job description please contact Compass on 01823 282823 quoting job reference PTD040.
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