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INSIDE MAY’S EDITION: Gower News & Events; Top PR Tips; Cooking with Gower Chillis; Shipwrecks and Smuggling; White Lady of Oystermouth; REESY Photography; Business News; Gower Bike Ride; Walking the Gower; Gardening; and Weather Feature.
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GOWER NEWS
Issue 1227th April 2012
Gowerrsquos Hyper-Local News Event and Information Guide
copy Cover Picture of Three Cliffs Bay Nick Rees | wwwreesyphotographycouk
Wales Coast Path Opens 5th May 2012
INSIDE MAYrsquoS EDITION
Gower News amp Events
Top PR Tips Cooking with
Gower Chillis Shipwrecks
and Smuggling White Lady of
Oystermouth REESY
Photography
Business News Gower Bike
Ride Walking the
Gower Gardening Weather
Feature
Hidden HistorySituated off the secluded north Gower coast near Cwm Ivy Woods Llanmadoc this rusting decommissioned cast-iron lighthouse was built in the late 1800rsquos
No longer in use this former lighthouse now stands only as a reminder of the perilous dangers sometimes manifested by the ferocious seas and sand banks of the estuary
Be safe Check local tide times before any coastal activity and make sure someone knows where you are going and what time you plan to return
⦿ Whiteford Lighthouse
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Gower e-News
Gowerrsquos Hyper-Local News Event and Information Guide INSIDE
THIS ISSUE
06 NEWS
08 PRODUCE amp CRAFT MARKETS
10 EVENTS
16 PR TIPS
20 THAI CURRY PUFFS
26 SHIPWRECKS AND SMUGGLING
32 WHITE LADY OF
OYSTERMOUTH
34 REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
38 SURFERSrsquo MAP
40 BUSINESS
42 GOWER BIKE RIDE
44 WALKING THE GOWER (3)
50 GARDENING
52 WEATHER
⦿
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⦿Literature Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
Walking the Gower Pwlldu Head⦿
⦿Events Gorseinon
FoodCraft Festival
⦿History Shipwrecks and Smuggling at Port Eynon
⦿Business New Ventures in Pennard and Parkmill
⦿Gardening Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Editorrsquos WelcomeOne of the main aims of Gower News is to lsquopromote all things Gowerrsquo Run simply by a few local folk with a shared vision for bringing Gower to life for all - Gower News is all about sharing local knowledge and information in as many and varied ways possible
Having reached the 12th edition milestone varied Gower-related content never ceases to materialise in the Gower e-News inbox Already lots of interesting news is cropping up ready for the June 2012 edition due out on 25th May 2012
I was in Farnborough during the publication of the last edition having spent some time in London at the Media Trust spring conference I recall the weather was rather fine and dandy How things can change in one month Still in spite of the all wet and windy weather therersquos plenty to do and see around Gower and Swansea Bay
If yoursquore lacking inspiration then hopefully the features in this edition will motivate you to experience the fullness of Gower in its various guises Have a magnificent MayA
ll th
ings
Gow
er
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27th April 2012
Editor Design Illustration
Ian Ambrose
Publisher
Gower News
wwwgowernewscouk | editorialgowernewscouk
Gower News and Gower e-News are online hyper-local news
event and information publications
Distribution
This e-publication is freely distributed through
Gower Newsrsquo e-newsletter and online media network
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Views and opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of Gower
News or its Editor Gower News does not accept responsibility for the products goods or
services featured or advertised throughout this e-publication Gower News does not
personally endorse any business organisation product or service featured in this
publication Every effort is made to ensure the information contained within this
publication is accurate and up to date Event details believed to be correct at time of
publication The contents of this publication are subject copyright and must not be
reproduced in any way without the express prior permission of the publisher
GOWER NEWS
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All Change Local Bus Services AmendedLocal bus operator First Cymru has made a number of changes to its local network - effective from 15 April 2012 Some journeys on Sunday evenings in Swansea ndash with the exception of those on Service 82A ndash are being removed from the timetables Talking about the alterations Kevin Hart General Manager for First in South and West Wales says While we always regret the need to withdrawn any journeys we have had to do this in some places in order to balance the books Put simply in some cases the costs of operating some journeys far outweighs the amount we take in fares on the buses themselves This situation cannot be sustained in the long run so we have reviewed the network and have removed from the timetables those journeys that are no longer commercially viable We would advise customers to look at the new timetables to see how the changes being made may impact on themrdquo
Your Views Local Development Plan (LDP)The City and County of Swansea is formulating other planning policy documents alongside the LDP which will both inform the preparation of this Plan and provide Supplementary Planning Guidance (SPG) to the adopted Swansea Unitary Development Plan (UDP) A public consultation exercise on the lsquoPlanning For Community Safety Supplementary Planning Guidancersquo draft document will end at 430pm on 1st June 2012 Representations can be made via the planning e-c o n s u l t a t i o n s y s t e m a t h t t p s w a n s e a j d i - c o n s u l t n e t planningconsultations sent to ldpswanseagovuk or by post to the following address Planning Policy Team City and County of Swansea Council Room 262 Civic Centre Oystermouth Road Swansea SA1 3SN
Learn Emergency Life Support Call Betty on 01792 232 955Betty Jenkins is a local HeartStart Coordinator and would like to hear from local groups wishing to undergo emergency life support training
LOCAL NEWS
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Hear to MeetAction on Hearing Loss Cymru are launching a new Hear to Meet social gathering for adults in the Gower who wear hearing aids or are experiencing hearing loss
Hear to Meet will launch at Willow Court Clyne Common on 19th June this year From 11am there will be an information talk and chance to get your hearing screened for free From 1pm there is a chance for adults over 50 years with hearing loss to get together and meet over tea and cake There will be a quiz and a chance to plan activities that they would like to do together at future Hear to Meet events All are welcome
Hearing loss affects 4 out of 10 people over 50 years old and as many as 7 out of 10 people over 70 years Hearing loss can be very isolating as talking to friends and family becomes harder to hear and requires more effort This can often lead to withdrawal from social situations and an increasingly lonely lifestyle Some people can go for days without talking to anyone
Hear to Meet provides a friendly and welcoming opportunity to meet new people share experiences about hearing loss and enjoy taking part in hobbies and activities such as books films or crafts It will tackle the loneliness often felt by adults experiencing hearing loss If you are interested in attending or know someone who might be please get in touch
Could you make a real difference to someone with a hearing loss Hear to Meet urgently requires volunteers to host Hear to Meet events organise refreshments and join guests in conversation and activities Full training will be provided and expenses reimbursed If you are interested please get in touch with Becky on 02920 333 378 or email beckyoatleyhearinglossorguk
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Pontarddulais Produce and Craft MarketSecond Wednesday of every month between 930am - 1230pm
The Institute 45 St Teilo Street Pontarddulais 885890
Mumbles Produce and Craft MarketSecond Saturday of every month between 900am - 100pm
The Dairy Car Park Oystermouth Square Mumbles 361012
Gorseinon Canolfan Food and Craft FayreSecond Saturday of every month between 930am - 100pm
Canolfan Centre Millers Drive Gorseinon 893266
Pennard Produce and Craft MarketSecond Sunday of every month between 930am - 1230pm
Pennard Community Centre Pennard 448399
Penclawdd Produce and Craft MarketThird Saturday of every month between 930am - 1230pm
Community Centre Banc Bach Penclawdd 850147
Clydach Produce and Craft MarketLast Saturday of each month between 1000am - 130pm
Moose Hall Beryl Road Clydach 07707 787791
Local Produce
Gorseinon Food FestivalSaturday 28th April 2012 10am - 5pm
Canolfan Gorseinon Centre Millers Drive SA4 4QN
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amp Craft Markets
GORSEINON CRAFT FESTIVAL
SUNDAY 29th APRIL 2012
10AM - 4PM
Gower Crafts and Artisans in the Marquee Invite You to a Fun Sunday
JEWELLERY TEXTILES WOOL PRODUCTS FUSED GLASS CARDS WOODEN FURNITURE AND BOXES
CERAMICS SLATE and DRIFTWOOD PIECES
Join the workshops for children and create some
OLYMPIC ART with Sara Holden of ldquoSculptures by the Seardquo
Create Olympic Medals Bronze Silver or Gold andor Snazzy Olympic Spectacles from willow cane and other
materials ready for the greatest sporting event in the world Olympics 2012
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Eighth Gower Walking Festival 9-24 June 2012
Centred on Britainrsquos first AONB the Gower Walking Festival is a great opportunity to see the wonderful scenery and abundant wildlife of the Gower peninsula and surrounds
This year there are 73 guided walks and activities for experienced walkers to leisurely strollers
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LOCAL EVENTS
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Whatrsquos On Around Gower
2012-04-28 Gorseinon Food Festival Saturday 28th April 2012
2012-04-29 Gorseinon Craft Festival Sunday 29th April 2012
2012-05-05 BoardwalkFence Repairs with The National Trust Gower
2012-05-05 Forest School SNPT Family Fun Day
2012-05-06 Dawn Chorus Walk Cwm Ivy with The National Trust Gower
2012-05-06 Loughor Inshore Rescue Family Fun Day
2012-05-12 Coeden Fach Tree Nursery Open Day - 12th May 2012
2012-05-12 Big Beach Clean Up 12th May 2012 Knab Rock Mumbles Swansea
2012-05-12 Cheese and Cider Weekend at The Gower Heritage Centre Swansea
2012-05-17 Fathers Day Lunch at Willow Court at Campion Gardens Retirement
Village
2012-05-18 Tea Dance at Willow Court at Campion Gardens Retirement Village
2012-05-19 Dawn Chorus Walk amp Simple Breakfast St Madoc Centre Gower
2012-05-19 Nearly New Sale in aid of Wales Air Ambulance
2012-06-02 Bracken Clearance at Cwm Ivy Tor with The National Trust Gower
GowerNews
Gowerrsquos Hyper-Local News Event and Information Guide
Issue 1130th March 2012
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GOWER NEWS
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THE FESTIVAL
BROCHURE
E i g h t h G o w e r Walking Festival 9-24 June 2012
Centred on Britainrsquos first AONB the Gower Walking Festival is a great opportunity to see the wonder fu l scenery and abundant wildlife of the Gower p e n i n s u l a a n d surrounds
This year there are 73 gu ided wa lk s and a c t i v i t i e s f o r experienced walkers to leisurely strollers
Organised by Loughor Inshore Rescue
In an Emergency Dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard
Loughor Inshore Rescue are proud to Present
Family Fun-day 2012
Sunday 6th May 12-7pm
Registered charity No 1024113
Come and join us on our 2ndAnnual Family Fun Day come
down and meet the Crew and enjoy an afternoon of relaxation by the River Fully licenced bar and BBQ and free
parking at INA Bearings Stalls and attractions for all the Family
In Attendance South Wales Police-Mid amp West Wales Fire Brigadendash Welsh
Ambulancendash Mobile Coastguard Mud Rescue Unit Helicopters are subject to availability
FREE ENTRY
At
The Lifeboat Station Gwydr Place Loughor SA4 6TW
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Tell us about your Gower and Swansea Bay eventsEmail your event details to editorialgowernewscouk
NEXT ISSUE 25TH MAY 2012
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Forest School SNPT
A free family fun day out
Saturday 5th May 2012 Open Day
Bishoprsquos Wood Nature Reserve Caswell Swansea
Call in anytime from 1100am to 300pm
Craft workshops
Games
Campfire
Den Building Environmental activities and more
For more information please see our website wwwforestschoolsnptorguk
Funded by the Rural Development Plan for those living in the RDP area
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MURTON MAY DAY EVENT
Murton May Day Event Murton Green Gower
1pm Monday 7th May 2012
Traditional maypole dancing refreshments ice creams candy floss inflatables stalls and much moreincluding the miniature garden and unusualcharacter fruit and veg competitions
Lots of fun for the whole familyhttpwwwgowerccorgukbishopstonbishopstonhomephp
A chance to meet Pennard First Responders volunteers from the local community who donate their spare time to attend appropriate 999 calls they provide first hand emergency care t o p e o p l e i n t h e i r o w n community until an ambulance vehicle reaches the scene All volunteers are trained by the Welsh Ambulance Service to administer basic first aid skills oxygen therapy cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the use of a defibrillator
Learn Emergency Life Support Watch the British Heart Foundationrsquos online video starring Vinnie Jones
wwwbhforgukheart-healthlife-saving-skillshands-only-cpraspx
Pennard First Responders
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wwwcoedenfachwetpaintcom
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Editorial
16
Words by Ian Ambrose BA (Hons) Public Services FInstAM(Dip) MInstLM | Citizen JournalistEditor Gower News
Citizen journalism helping to shape news in the 21st centuryJournalism has changed and so has the way in which people hear about read see interact and consume news on a daily basis News reporting is no longer the sole remit of professional journalists working in traditional settings - you only have to look back to Libya and more recently Syria to see that in some situations globally citizens are getting their news noticed - particularly through the use of Twitter and YouTube - and are becoming the first to break news items ahead of traditional mainstream media outlets
Blottrcom - a user generated news service - is one website which is facilitating ways that allow citizens to generate news stories as they break traditional media outlets are also creating innovative ways to enable citizens to shape the news before it is lsquobroadcastrsquo According to Dan Roberts the Guardianrsquos national editor All media is blurring together in a new way Speaking at the lsquoHitting the Headlinesrsquo Media Trust Conference in London earlier this month week Dan explained about how the Guardian is experimenting with opennews as a way of allowing readers to shape the Guardianrsquos news coverage The Guardianrsquos Open Newslist allows citizens to interact with the Guardianrsquos editors and reporters about upcoming stories as they work on them - this allows the Guardian to consider other views that may not have come to light until after a news item has been published and made public
Relevance it would seem is more important than audience size Citizen journalism news service Blottrcom launched in August 2010 and currently generates around 3 million unique visitors a month Blottrcom believes lsquothe best news stories come from people at the scene who are able to capture and report on stories as they unfoldrsquo However some argue that sites such as Blottrcom cannot really compete with mainstream media But according to Blottrrsquos founder Adam Baker when it comes to audience size ldquoIts about relevance not numbersrdquo
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Lessons in Managing a Successful PR Campaign
17
The issue of relevance is perhaps a particularly important point to remember especially for business and organisations looking to secure press coverage It seems the key to successful public relations communication is the relevance of news to a particular audience whether its the launch of a national integrated marketing campaign by a major not for profit organisation or the celebrity presentation of a cheque at a small charityrsquos annual summer fayre the relevance of the message to the target audience is the important point to remember
5 LESSONS FROM lsquoHITTING THE HEADLINESrsquo MEDIA TRUST SPRING CONFERENCE 2012
1 Develop a media communications strategy and commit it to writing It may be the last thing on your lsquoto do listrsquo but taking time to think about who your target audience is will be time well spent Once you have defined your target audience you need to think about the ways in which the media can best help you communicate your messages Caroline Vogt from Aegis Media suggests that if you can tap into an emotion (eg peoplersquos passions what people enjoy or something that creates a sense of community) then its much more powerful How consumers absorb media and advertising has also changed models of persuading people to like or buy a product or service are becoming old-school - the new model of marketing is about tapping into peoplersquos passions by communicating to them the real emotional benefits of buying or liking your product or service
Photo Sue Llewellyn Gavin Sheppard Janet Street Porter and
Adam Baker discuss the Future of News at the Hitting the Headlines
Conference in London
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Editorial
18
2 Generic press releases are unlikely to have much impactRather than spending valuable time writing and sending out generic press releases first consider the types of media outlets that best apply to your target audience As a hyper-local media outlet Gower News is bombarded by press releases on a daily basis - many simply do not get used because they are considered largely irrelevant to Gower News readers When you are ready to communicate a piece of news to a news outlet first pick up the phone and speak directly to a journalist within your chosen media outlet about your news By having a conversation with a journalist within the media outlet that best matches your target audience you are much more likely to find out what exactly the media outlet would like to hear about and when Armed with this information you can shape your press release accordingly and are therefore much more likely to have your news item used by the media outlet you are targeting with your news story
3 If talking to mainstream media supply what they needAgain this comes back to getting in touch directly with relevant journalists and asking them for feedback Most media outlets have topic-related journalists If your news is in response to crime donrsquot contact the journalist responsible for the sports column They say a picture is worth a thousand words so a good quality photograph to accompany your news story is also quite essential Donrsquot forget that most journalistsrsquo time is limited make their life easy by supplying what they need in an accessible way Copy should be sent in an email and not just as a PDF
W h e n i t c o m e s t o aud i ence s i ze ldquoI t s about relevance not numbersrdquo
Adam Baker Blottrcom
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Lessons in Managing a Successful PR Campaign
19
4 Make use of the community newswireThe Community Newswire at the Media Trust sent out nearly 800 stories during January and February 2012 The service helps charities communities and citizen journalists get their stories into the national and regional media The best of the submitted press releases and photos are selected and written up by dedicated Press Association journalists and distributed to thousands of newsrooms across the UK Even if you havent got a specific news item keep an eye on the news to see if something your organisation is doing can be pegged to the current news agenda look out for angles that can be turned into a story
5 Donrsquot forget the power of social media and your own public relations and marketing communication systemsYour own website and social media channels are vital aspects of your communications mix These communication tools allow you to communicate your messages in the way you want them to be - without the spin Make sure your website is regularly updated with fresh new copy that has been well written and in a way that can be easily understood If this is an area that you need help with then there are lots of quality resources available on the Media Trust website
httpwwwmediatrustorg
For more information about this yearrsquos Hitting the Headlines conference and for other media related resources please check out these links
httpresourcesmediatrustorgeventshitting-the-headlineshttpwwwmediatrustorgnewswirehttpwwwbhforgukheart-healthlife-saving-skillshands-only-cpraspxhttpwwwblottrcomhttpwwwjournalismcoukhttpwwwgowernewscouk
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Food
20
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Thai Curry Puffs
21
Following two recent local produce events hosted by Gower Chillis I was inspired to commit this recipe to writing which was passed to me some years ago With chillis being a key ingredient to these parcels of delicious aromatic flavours I thought it appropriate to share this recipe now that Gower has its very own local chilli producer The recipe can be tailored to be hot and fiery or mild and creamy - it all depends on the amount and type of chillis you choose to use balanced alongside varying amounts of curry power and coconut milk to suit your taste
The following recipe is reasonably spicy - though not too fiery and hot
Ingredients
Makes approximately 30 small curry puff parcels
2 chicken breasts1 carrot1 potato
1 stick of celery1 red and 1 green chilli
5 garlic cloves1rdquo piece of ginger
1 onion12 teaspoon of mustard seeds
2 cardamon pods2 cloves
1 small cup of peas1 chicken stock cube
12 teaspoon of curry powder200ml of coconut milk
handful of fresh coriandera few splashes of tabasco sauce
salt and pepper to taste 2 x 500g packs of ready to roll puff pastry
1 tablespoon of sunflower oil and2 whisked eggs (with a little salt) for glazing
Gower Chillis
Gower Chillis sauces can be purchased from the Bay Bistro Shop in Rhossili and the Gower Wildflower Centre at BlackhillsFairwood Products also available direct via
wwwgowerchilliscomor by calling Andrew on 07854 319768 (mobile rates apply) The Gower Chillis Green Label sauce has a Thai feel to it as itrsquos flavoured with garlic lime and coriander ldquoThis sauce would be particularly good with Thai Curryrdquo said Andrew Brooks of Gower Chillis Facebook Gower Ch i l l i s Twitter AndrewBr00ks
Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
23
Equipment and Method
a large wok or non-stick pana small pan for parboiling vegetables
a round 3rdquo diameter pastry cutteran egg-wash brush anda non-stick baking tray
Curry Puff Filling
1 Dice the carrot and potato into small square pieces place in a pan of cold water (slightly salted) and parboil the vegetable pieces until tender (this will take around 3 minutes from when the water boils)
2 Meanwhile heat the vegetable oil in the wok adding the mustard seeds cardamon pods and cloves until the seeds start popping At this point remove the spices from the heat
3 Drain the parboiled vegetables and set aside4 Chop the onion into small pieces place the wok back onto a medium
heat add the onion pieces and gently fry (do not let the onion brown)5 Add to the wok finely chopped garlic and ginger gently frying for a
minute6 Dice the chicken into small pieces and add to the wok stirring the
mixture gently until the chicken is sealed7 Put on food preparation gloves (optional) and finely chop one red and
green chilli (removing the seeds for a less fiery mixture)8 Add the chopped chillis along with one finely chopped stick of celery9 Add to the mixture the chicken stock cube and mix gently10 Now add the parboiled vegetables and peas to the mixture11 Sprinkle over a level teaspoon of curry powder12 Add a few dashes of tabasco sauce13 Pour around 200ml of coconut milk into the mixture (adding a little
more or less to create a wet but not too runny mixture)14 Allow the mixture to simmer until the chicken is cooked through and
the mixture is pipping hot15 Add salt and pepper to taste then finally16 Add chopped coriander stir gently and set mixture aside to cool
Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
25
Curry Puff Parcels
The easiest way to make these delicious fragrant curry parcels is to use shop bought ready made puff pastry (be sure to remove the pastry from the fridge about 20 minutes before rolling it)
1 Sprinkle some plain flour onto a clean work surface2 Roll out the pastry with a floured rolling pin until the pastry is about
3mm thick3 Using a round pastry cutter cut out as many pieces as possible Recycle
the off-cuts of pastry by re-rolling and cutting out extra pieces4 Once cut slightly roll each pastry piece until a little thinner5 Spoon approximately a teaspoon of mixture placing it in the centre of
a piece of pastry6 Brush some egg-wash around the edges of the pastry then add another
piece of pastry on top Slightly press down the edges of the parcel to seal
7 Using the pastry cutter place the cutter over the parcel to trim the edges of the parcel You should be left with a neat round pastry parcel filled with your curry mixture
8 Repeat the process until you have used up all your pastrymixture9 Place your parcels on a greased baking tray10Wash the top of each parcel with egg-wash then finally11Place the parcels on the baking tray into a pre-heated oven (190degC
375degFGM5) and cook for around 20-25 minutes (the parcels should look brown and puffy)
Curry puffs can be served hot or cold Cooled curry puffs can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 24 hours
Enjoy
copy2012 Words and images by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower NewsRecipe adapted from a concept by Nelly Wilson Aldershot
During the late 18th and 19th centuries the remote Gower coastline was a l u c r a t i v e h a v e n f o r smugglers
Beneath the cliffs at Port Eynon a cave called Culver Hole is set between two rock faces and has a masonry wall and a staircase leading up four floors
Culver Hole is believed to have links with the legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in h a n d y f o r s t o w i n g a w a y contraband
Va r i o u s s mu g g l i n g g a n g s operated under the very noses of the establishment making the job o f t h e c u s t o m s o f f i c i a l s particularly difficult Farms at Great and Little Highway occupied by William Hawkin Arthur the self-styled smuggling k ing were the cen t re o f o p e r a t i o n s S e e m i n g l y invincible it was customs officer Francis Bevan an ancestor of both Silvanus and Anne who in 1804 seized some 420 casks of spirits from a concealed cellar in both farmhouses causing the collapse of this particular gangrsquos operations
Frances Bevan was formerly a history correspondent on the Swindon Advertiser she has written extensively on people places and events in the history of Swindon
Frances has a number of blogs of which lsquoDear Georgersquo is one
The lsquoDear Georgersquo blog tells the real-life story of 15-year-old George Bevan who left home to begin an apprenticeship in his unclersquos ironmongerrsquos shop in Llandudno the blog focuses on subsequent correspondence between the boy and his family in Gower that was to run for over 50 years
If you would like to read more about the Bevan family from Gower visit
georgebevanblogspotcouk
copy 2012 Unless otherwise stated text and images courtesy of Frances Bevan - lsquoDear Georgersquo
History
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Shipwrecks and Smuggling
By Frances Bevan
This incident illustrates just how dangerous the work of customs officers could be as Francis had to contend with a mob of more than 200 people as he endeavoured to get the casks into safe keeping Guarding the haul in transit proved equally difficult and by the time the consignment reached Swansea it was found to be 17 casks short In a subsequent report Francis explained how he had given up some of the casks to secure the safe transference of the bulk of the shipment
Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851
Culver Hole Early 20th centuryPhotographer unknown - copy Dear George
Culver Hole As seen today copy Photograph - Gower News
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Culver Hole is believed to have links with the
legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in handy for stowing away contraband
ldquo
rdquo
Letters from the Bevan family in Overton to apprentice ironmonger George in Llandudno contain frequent references to relatives and neighbours gone to sea and sometimes lost at sea
From the first publication of The Cambrian newspaper in 1804 until the end of the 20th century there were 250 reported shipwrecks along the Gower coastline
In a letter to George dated January 23 1879 Anne writes ndash ldquoLast Monday night a Norweggian Barque came on Shore under Slade Cliff Laden with Indian Corn Maize All the Crew are saved amp are at Porteynon The men round here have got work getting out the Cargo Frank has been up seeing the wreck this afternoonrdquo
In a community dominated by events at sea Annersquos letter to George dated March 10 1879 makes reference to events surrounding one particular shipwreck
On the evening of Tuesday February 11 1879 the Mary Stenhouse a Liverpool ship carrying 350 tons of pig iron ran aground at Rhossilli The ship launched a boat conveying nine members of the twenty strong crew including the masterrsquos wife Mrs Hedgecock but it capsized before reaching the shore and all ten people on board were drowned The remaining crew members were safely rescued Lloyds Agent George Gibbs Annersquos cousin sent the tug Hero to go to the aid of the stricken vessel which was later towed to Swansea
ldquoMrs George Gibbs of Porteynon is gone to Liverpool today about the Salvage of the Mary Stenhouse If you see an account of the Trial in any newspaper send it for your Father to read there is great talk about it hererdquo Anne writes to her son
But for some of the local men there was work to be had from salvaging the ships that ran aground on the Gower coast In January 1881 Sill writes to his brother George about the coal carrying Cresswell that was wrecked to the west of Sladersquos foot
History
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ldquoThe wreck has been bought by the firm lsquoBevan amp Corsquo comprising C amp S Bevan J Steven Overton J Stephen Porteynon J Hughes for pound50 We are therefore very busy every day wrecking amp expect to clear a little dust by our bargaininghelliprdquo
The Australian barque was a complete wreck with the accident attributed to errors made by the master and the mate The stipendiary magistrate and nautical assessors suspended the masterrsquos certificate for three months and the matersquos for six at a Board of Trade inquiry held at the Guildhall Swansea
The Horton and Port Eynon RNLI Lifeboat Station at as seen todaycopy Photograph - Gower News
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ldquoThe schooner Emma of Plymouth going from Newport to the South of Cornwall with coal put in on Oxwich Sand today having carried away her main sail amp other sails she would not steer They expect to save the ship by discharging her so we are expecting coal cheaprdquo Sill continued in the same letter
Following the wreck of the Agnes Jack on January 27 1883 and just ten days later the Surprise lost with all hands under Overton cliffs a lifeboat station at Port Eynon was opened in 1884
But the dangerous location of this station saw it closed in 1919 following the loss of the lifeboat Janet in 1916 when it went to the aid of the SS Dunvegan Three members of the crew lost their lives that night Coxswain Billy Gibbs William Eynon second coxswain and lifeboatman George Harry are remembered on a memorial looking out to sea in the churchyard at St Cattwgrsquos Port Eynon
Read more about casualties along the dangerous Gower coastline on httpwwwshipwrecks-walescouk
History
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Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851rdquo
ldquo
Lifeboatmen and Sailor Memorial St Cattwgs Church Port Eynon Gowercopy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
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The Author Ann Thomas
BiographyWriting poetry and making up stories since she was a child Ann only started to write seriously when her children were grown Her main ambition is to write science fiction but along the way she got distracted by local history and poetry about her stroke Taking early retirement gave her the chance to concentrate on her writing
Book Launch
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Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
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The book uses the life of Alina de Breos to tell the story of the barons rebellion which started in the Lordship of Gower in 1320 and eventually led to the toppling of Edward II from the English throne Alina ended up with her son in the Tower of London her husband executed and all her estates confiscated When Edward II was deposed the Lordship of Gower was returned to her in an act of mercy by Edward III and legend has it that she built the chapel on Oystermouth Castle
Talking about her new book Ann said ldquoOne day I was standing in Swansea town centre opposite the ruins of Swansea Castle and I wondered what the castle and the town were like in the castlersquos heyday I searched the internet and went to the library and found a remarkable story that captured my imagination Three years later and lots more research and writing and there is a bookrdquo
Annrsquos Book lsquoAlinarsquo The White Lady of Oystermouth is now available at the following outlets in Swansea and Gower
Swansea Museum National Waterfront Museum Swansea City Centre Tourist Information Centre Uplands Bookshop Mumbles Tourist Information Centre Cover to Cover Bookshop Shepherds at Parkmill Gower Heritage Centre Gower Kite and Surf Centre Pitton Cross Caravan Park
Rhossili Reynoldston Post Office Crofty Post Office
E-book available on Smashwordshttpwwwsmashwordscombooksview145799
Oystermouth Castle is scheduled to re-open on 16th June 2012 Annrsquos new book will be on sale in the Visitors Centre in Alinarsquos Chapel
Local Personality
wwwgowernewscouk34
Nick ldquoEXTREME SUNBATHINGrdquo in New Zealand
Name Nick Rees - REESY by nickname
Age 23
Job Events amp Marketing Associate within the surf industry
Education I went to Bishopston Comprehensive and later graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 21 in Sports Management
I grew up in Mumbles and have always taken advantage of the coastal lifestyle wersquore
so lucky to have on our doorstep
Picture G-Land Indonesia
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk35
TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
wwwgowernewscouk36
REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
wwwreesyphotographycouk
REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk37
My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
limeslade
caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
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To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
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oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing Tourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
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broughton bay
Ideal swell W to SBottom Sand
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MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
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caswell bay
Ideal swell Big WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 4rsquo1rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide HighBest wind NW
oxwich bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Swansea TouristInformation CentrePlymouth StreetSwansea SA1 3QG01792 468321
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE TO SW
swansea bay
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
mumbles head
Break rating
Easy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing
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heart of Swansearsquos
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
limeslade
caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
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To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
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oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
KitesurfingTourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
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BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
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Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
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Weather
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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Hidden HistorySituated off the secluded north Gower coast near Cwm Ivy Woods Llanmadoc this rusting decommissioned cast-iron lighthouse was built in the late 1800rsquos
No longer in use this former lighthouse now stands only as a reminder of the perilous dangers sometimes manifested by the ferocious seas and sand banks of the estuary
Be safe Check local tide times before any coastal activity and make sure someone knows where you are going and what time you plan to return
⦿ Whiteford Lighthouse
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Gowerrsquos Hyper-Local News Event and Information Guide INSIDE
THIS ISSUE
06 NEWS
08 PRODUCE amp CRAFT MARKETS
10 EVENTS
16 PR TIPS
20 THAI CURRY PUFFS
26 SHIPWRECKS AND SMUGGLING
32 WHITE LADY OF
OYSTERMOUTH
34 REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
38 SURFERSrsquo MAP
40 BUSINESS
42 GOWER BIKE RIDE
44 WALKING THE GOWER (3)
50 GARDENING
52 WEATHER
⦿
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⦿Literature Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
Walking the Gower Pwlldu Head⦿
⦿Events Gorseinon
FoodCraft Festival
⦿History Shipwrecks and Smuggling at Port Eynon
⦿Business New Ventures in Pennard and Parkmill
⦿Gardening Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Editorrsquos WelcomeOne of the main aims of Gower News is to lsquopromote all things Gowerrsquo Run simply by a few local folk with a shared vision for bringing Gower to life for all - Gower News is all about sharing local knowledge and information in as many and varied ways possible
Having reached the 12th edition milestone varied Gower-related content never ceases to materialise in the Gower e-News inbox Already lots of interesting news is cropping up ready for the June 2012 edition due out on 25th May 2012
I was in Farnborough during the publication of the last edition having spent some time in London at the Media Trust spring conference I recall the weather was rather fine and dandy How things can change in one month Still in spite of the all wet and windy weather therersquos plenty to do and see around Gower and Swansea Bay
If yoursquore lacking inspiration then hopefully the features in this edition will motivate you to experience the fullness of Gower in its various guises Have a magnificent MayA
ll th
ings
Gow
er
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Ian Ambrose
Publisher
Gower News
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All Change Local Bus Services AmendedLocal bus operator First Cymru has made a number of changes to its local network - effective from 15 April 2012 Some journeys on Sunday evenings in Swansea ndash with the exception of those on Service 82A ndash are being removed from the timetables Talking about the alterations Kevin Hart General Manager for First in South and West Wales says While we always regret the need to withdrawn any journeys we have had to do this in some places in order to balance the books Put simply in some cases the costs of operating some journeys far outweighs the amount we take in fares on the buses themselves This situation cannot be sustained in the long run so we have reviewed the network and have removed from the timetables those journeys that are no longer commercially viable We would advise customers to look at the new timetables to see how the changes being made may impact on themrdquo
Your Views Local Development Plan (LDP)The City and County of Swansea is formulating other planning policy documents alongside the LDP which will both inform the preparation of this Plan and provide Supplementary Planning Guidance (SPG) to the adopted Swansea Unitary Development Plan (UDP) A public consultation exercise on the lsquoPlanning For Community Safety Supplementary Planning Guidancersquo draft document will end at 430pm on 1st June 2012 Representations can be made via the planning e-c o n s u l t a t i o n s y s t e m a t h t t p s w a n s e a j d i - c o n s u l t n e t planningconsultations sent to ldpswanseagovuk or by post to the following address Planning Policy Team City and County of Swansea Council Room 262 Civic Centre Oystermouth Road Swansea SA1 3SN
Learn Emergency Life Support Call Betty on 01792 232 955Betty Jenkins is a local HeartStart Coordinator and would like to hear from local groups wishing to undergo emergency life support training
LOCAL NEWS
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Hear to MeetAction on Hearing Loss Cymru are launching a new Hear to Meet social gathering for adults in the Gower who wear hearing aids or are experiencing hearing loss
Hear to Meet will launch at Willow Court Clyne Common on 19th June this year From 11am there will be an information talk and chance to get your hearing screened for free From 1pm there is a chance for adults over 50 years with hearing loss to get together and meet over tea and cake There will be a quiz and a chance to plan activities that they would like to do together at future Hear to Meet events All are welcome
Hearing loss affects 4 out of 10 people over 50 years old and as many as 7 out of 10 people over 70 years Hearing loss can be very isolating as talking to friends and family becomes harder to hear and requires more effort This can often lead to withdrawal from social situations and an increasingly lonely lifestyle Some people can go for days without talking to anyone
Hear to Meet provides a friendly and welcoming opportunity to meet new people share experiences about hearing loss and enjoy taking part in hobbies and activities such as books films or crafts It will tackle the loneliness often felt by adults experiencing hearing loss If you are interested in attending or know someone who might be please get in touch
Could you make a real difference to someone with a hearing loss Hear to Meet urgently requires volunteers to host Hear to Meet events organise refreshments and join guests in conversation and activities Full training will be provided and expenses reimbursed If you are interested please get in touch with Becky on 02920 333 378 or email beckyoatleyhearinglossorguk
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Pontarddulais Produce and Craft MarketSecond Wednesday of every month between 930am - 1230pm
The Institute 45 St Teilo Street Pontarddulais 885890
Mumbles Produce and Craft MarketSecond Saturday of every month between 900am - 100pm
The Dairy Car Park Oystermouth Square Mumbles 361012
Gorseinon Canolfan Food and Craft FayreSecond Saturday of every month between 930am - 100pm
Canolfan Centre Millers Drive Gorseinon 893266
Pennard Produce and Craft MarketSecond Sunday of every month between 930am - 1230pm
Pennard Community Centre Pennard 448399
Penclawdd Produce and Craft MarketThird Saturday of every month between 930am - 1230pm
Community Centre Banc Bach Penclawdd 850147
Clydach Produce and Craft MarketLast Saturday of each month between 1000am - 130pm
Moose Hall Beryl Road Clydach 07707 787791
Local Produce
Gorseinon Food FestivalSaturday 28th April 2012 10am - 5pm
Canolfan Gorseinon Centre Millers Drive SA4 4QN
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amp Craft Markets
GORSEINON CRAFT FESTIVAL
SUNDAY 29th APRIL 2012
10AM - 4PM
Gower Crafts and Artisans in the Marquee Invite You to a Fun Sunday
JEWELLERY TEXTILES WOOL PRODUCTS FUSED GLASS CARDS WOODEN FURNITURE AND BOXES
CERAMICS SLATE and DRIFTWOOD PIECES
Join the workshops for children and create some
OLYMPIC ART with Sara Holden of ldquoSculptures by the Seardquo
Create Olympic Medals Bronze Silver or Gold andor Snazzy Olympic Spectacles from willow cane and other
materials ready for the greatest sporting event in the world Olympics 2012
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Eighth Gower Walking Festival 9-24 June 2012
Centred on Britainrsquos first AONB the Gower Walking Festival is a great opportunity to see the wonderful scenery and abundant wildlife of the Gower peninsula and surrounds
This year there are 73 guided walks and activities for experienced walkers to leisurely strollers
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LOCAL EVENTS
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Whatrsquos On Around Gower
2012-04-28 Gorseinon Food Festival Saturday 28th April 2012
2012-04-29 Gorseinon Craft Festival Sunday 29th April 2012
2012-05-05 BoardwalkFence Repairs with The National Trust Gower
2012-05-05 Forest School SNPT Family Fun Day
2012-05-06 Dawn Chorus Walk Cwm Ivy with The National Trust Gower
2012-05-06 Loughor Inshore Rescue Family Fun Day
2012-05-12 Coeden Fach Tree Nursery Open Day - 12th May 2012
2012-05-12 Big Beach Clean Up 12th May 2012 Knab Rock Mumbles Swansea
2012-05-12 Cheese and Cider Weekend at The Gower Heritage Centre Swansea
2012-05-17 Fathers Day Lunch at Willow Court at Campion Gardens Retirement
Village
2012-05-18 Tea Dance at Willow Court at Campion Gardens Retirement Village
2012-05-19 Dawn Chorus Walk amp Simple Breakfast St Madoc Centre Gower
2012-05-19 Nearly New Sale in aid of Wales Air Ambulance
2012-06-02 Bracken Clearance at Cwm Ivy Tor with The National Trust Gower
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THE FESTIVAL
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E i g h t h G o w e r Walking Festival 9-24 June 2012
Centred on Britainrsquos first AONB the Gower Walking Festival is a great opportunity to see the wonder fu l scenery and abundant wildlife of the Gower p e n i n s u l a a n d surrounds
This year there are 73 gu ided wa lk s and a c t i v i t i e s f o r experienced walkers to leisurely strollers
Organised by Loughor Inshore Rescue
In an Emergency Dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard
Loughor Inshore Rescue are proud to Present
Family Fun-day 2012
Sunday 6th May 12-7pm
Registered charity No 1024113
Come and join us on our 2ndAnnual Family Fun Day come
down and meet the Crew and enjoy an afternoon of relaxation by the River Fully licenced bar and BBQ and free
parking at INA Bearings Stalls and attractions for all the Family
In Attendance South Wales Police-Mid amp West Wales Fire Brigadendash Welsh
Ambulancendash Mobile Coastguard Mud Rescue Unit Helicopters are subject to availability
FREE ENTRY
At
The Lifeboat Station Gwydr Place Loughor SA4 6TW
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Tell us about your Gower and Swansea Bay eventsEmail your event details to editorialgowernewscouk
NEXT ISSUE 25TH MAY 2012
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Forest School SNPT
A free family fun day out
Saturday 5th May 2012 Open Day
Bishoprsquos Wood Nature Reserve Caswell Swansea
Call in anytime from 1100am to 300pm
Craft workshops
Games
Campfire
Den Building Environmental activities and more
For more information please see our website wwwforestschoolsnptorguk
Funded by the Rural Development Plan for those living in the RDP area
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MURTON MAY DAY EVENT
Murton May Day Event Murton Green Gower
1pm Monday 7th May 2012
Traditional maypole dancing refreshments ice creams candy floss inflatables stalls and much moreincluding the miniature garden and unusualcharacter fruit and veg competitions
Lots of fun for the whole familyhttpwwwgowerccorgukbishopstonbishopstonhomephp
A chance to meet Pennard First Responders volunteers from the local community who donate their spare time to attend appropriate 999 calls they provide first hand emergency care t o p e o p l e i n t h e i r o w n community until an ambulance vehicle reaches the scene All volunteers are trained by the Welsh Ambulance Service to administer basic first aid skills oxygen therapy cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the use of a defibrillator
Learn Emergency Life Support Watch the British Heart Foundationrsquos online video starring Vinnie Jones
wwwbhforgukheart-healthlife-saving-skillshands-only-cpraspx
Pennard First Responders
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wwwcoedenfachwetpaintcom
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Editorial
16
Words by Ian Ambrose BA (Hons) Public Services FInstAM(Dip) MInstLM | Citizen JournalistEditor Gower News
Citizen journalism helping to shape news in the 21st centuryJournalism has changed and so has the way in which people hear about read see interact and consume news on a daily basis News reporting is no longer the sole remit of professional journalists working in traditional settings - you only have to look back to Libya and more recently Syria to see that in some situations globally citizens are getting their news noticed - particularly through the use of Twitter and YouTube - and are becoming the first to break news items ahead of traditional mainstream media outlets
Blottrcom - a user generated news service - is one website which is facilitating ways that allow citizens to generate news stories as they break traditional media outlets are also creating innovative ways to enable citizens to shape the news before it is lsquobroadcastrsquo According to Dan Roberts the Guardianrsquos national editor All media is blurring together in a new way Speaking at the lsquoHitting the Headlinesrsquo Media Trust Conference in London earlier this month week Dan explained about how the Guardian is experimenting with opennews as a way of allowing readers to shape the Guardianrsquos news coverage The Guardianrsquos Open Newslist allows citizens to interact with the Guardianrsquos editors and reporters about upcoming stories as they work on them - this allows the Guardian to consider other views that may not have come to light until after a news item has been published and made public
Relevance it would seem is more important than audience size Citizen journalism news service Blottrcom launched in August 2010 and currently generates around 3 million unique visitors a month Blottrcom believes lsquothe best news stories come from people at the scene who are able to capture and report on stories as they unfoldrsquo However some argue that sites such as Blottrcom cannot really compete with mainstream media But according to Blottrrsquos founder Adam Baker when it comes to audience size ldquoIts about relevance not numbersrdquo
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Lessons in Managing a Successful PR Campaign
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The issue of relevance is perhaps a particularly important point to remember especially for business and organisations looking to secure press coverage It seems the key to successful public relations communication is the relevance of news to a particular audience whether its the launch of a national integrated marketing campaign by a major not for profit organisation or the celebrity presentation of a cheque at a small charityrsquos annual summer fayre the relevance of the message to the target audience is the important point to remember
5 LESSONS FROM lsquoHITTING THE HEADLINESrsquo MEDIA TRUST SPRING CONFERENCE 2012
1 Develop a media communications strategy and commit it to writing It may be the last thing on your lsquoto do listrsquo but taking time to think about who your target audience is will be time well spent Once you have defined your target audience you need to think about the ways in which the media can best help you communicate your messages Caroline Vogt from Aegis Media suggests that if you can tap into an emotion (eg peoplersquos passions what people enjoy or something that creates a sense of community) then its much more powerful How consumers absorb media and advertising has also changed models of persuading people to like or buy a product or service are becoming old-school - the new model of marketing is about tapping into peoplersquos passions by communicating to them the real emotional benefits of buying or liking your product or service
Photo Sue Llewellyn Gavin Sheppard Janet Street Porter and
Adam Baker discuss the Future of News at the Hitting the Headlines
Conference in London
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18
2 Generic press releases are unlikely to have much impactRather than spending valuable time writing and sending out generic press releases first consider the types of media outlets that best apply to your target audience As a hyper-local media outlet Gower News is bombarded by press releases on a daily basis - many simply do not get used because they are considered largely irrelevant to Gower News readers When you are ready to communicate a piece of news to a news outlet first pick up the phone and speak directly to a journalist within your chosen media outlet about your news By having a conversation with a journalist within the media outlet that best matches your target audience you are much more likely to find out what exactly the media outlet would like to hear about and when Armed with this information you can shape your press release accordingly and are therefore much more likely to have your news item used by the media outlet you are targeting with your news story
3 If talking to mainstream media supply what they needAgain this comes back to getting in touch directly with relevant journalists and asking them for feedback Most media outlets have topic-related journalists If your news is in response to crime donrsquot contact the journalist responsible for the sports column They say a picture is worth a thousand words so a good quality photograph to accompany your news story is also quite essential Donrsquot forget that most journalistsrsquo time is limited make their life easy by supplying what they need in an accessible way Copy should be sent in an email and not just as a PDF
W h e n i t c o m e s t o aud i ence s i ze ldquoI t s about relevance not numbersrdquo
Adam Baker Blottrcom
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4 Make use of the community newswireThe Community Newswire at the Media Trust sent out nearly 800 stories during January and February 2012 The service helps charities communities and citizen journalists get their stories into the national and regional media The best of the submitted press releases and photos are selected and written up by dedicated Press Association journalists and distributed to thousands of newsrooms across the UK Even if you havent got a specific news item keep an eye on the news to see if something your organisation is doing can be pegged to the current news agenda look out for angles that can be turned into a story
5 Donrsquot forget the power of social media and your own public relations and marketing communication systemsYour own website and social media channels are vital aspects of your communications mix These communication tools allow you to communicate your messages in the way you want them to be - without the spin Make sure your website is regularly updated with fresh new copy that has been well written and in a way that can be easily understood If this is an area that you need help with then there are lots of quality resources available on the Media Trust website
httpwwwmediatrustorg
For more information about this yearrsquos Hitting the Headlines conference and for other media related resources please check out these links
httpresourcesmediatrustorgeventshitting-the-headlineshttpwwwmediatrustorgnewswirehttpwwwbhforgukheart-healthlife-saving-skillshands-only-cpraspxhttpwwwblottrcomhttpwwwjournalismcoukhttpwwwgowernewscouk
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Food
20
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Thai Curry Puffs
21
Following two recent local produce events hosted by Gower Chillis I was inspired to commit this recipe to writing which was passed to me some years ago With chillis being a key ingredient to these parcels of delicious aromatic flavours I thought it appropriate to share this recipe now that Gower has its very own local chilli producer The recipe can be tailored to be hot and fiery or mild and creamy - it all depends on the amount and type of chillis you choose to use balanced alongside varying amounts of curry power and coconut milk to suit your taste
The following recipe is reasonably spicy - though not too fiery and hot
Ingredients
Makes approximately 30 small curry puff parcels
2 chicken breasts1 carrot1 potato
1 stick of celery1 red and 1 green chilli
5 garlic cloves1rdquo piece of ginger
1 onion12 teaspoon of mustard seeds
2 cardamon pods2 cloves
1 small cup of peas1 chicken stock cube
12 teaspoon of curry powder200ml of coconut milk
handful of fresh coriandera few splashes of tabasco sauce
salt and pepper to taste 2 x 500g packs of ready to roll puff pastry
1 tablespoon of sunflower oil and2 whisked eggs (with a little salt) for glazing
Gower Chillis
Gower Chillis sauces can be purchased from the Bay Bistro Shop in Rhossili and the Gower Wildflower Centre at BlackhillsFairwood Products also available direct via
wwwgowerchilliscomor by calling Andrew on 07854 319768 (mobile rates apply) The Gower Chillis Green Label sauce has a Thai feel to it as itrsquos flavoured with garlic lime and coriander ldquoThis sauce would be particularly good with Thai Curryrdquo said Andrew Brooks of Gower Chillis Facebook Gower Ch i l l i s Twitter AndrewBr00ks
Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
23
Equipment and Method
a large wok or non-stick pana small pan for parboiling vegetables
a round 3rdquo diameter pastry cutteran egg-wash brush anda non-stick baking tray
Curry Puff Filling
1 Dice the carrot and potato into small square pieces place in a pan of cold water (slightly salted) and parboil the vegetable pieces until tender (this will take around 3 minutes from when the water boils)
2 Meanwhile heat the vegetable oil in the wok adding the mustard seeds cardamon pods and cloves until the seeds start popping At this point remove the spices from the heat
3 Drain the parboiled vegetables and set aside4 Chop the onion into small pieces place the wok back onto a medium
heat add the onion pieces and gently fry (do not let the onion brown)5 Add to the wok finely chopped garlic and ginger gently frying for a
minute6 Dice the chicken into small pieces and add to the wok stirring the
mixture gently until the chicken is sealed7 Put on food preparation gloves (optional) and finely chop one red and
green chilli (removing the seeds for a less fiery mixture)8 Add the chopped chillis along with one finely chopped stick of celery9 Add to the mixture the chicken stock cube and mix gently10 Now add the parboiled vegetables and peas to the mixture11 Sprinkle over a level teaspoon of curry powder12 Add a few dashes of tabasco sauce13 Pour around 200ml of coconut milk into the mixture (adding a little
more or less to create a wet but not too runny mixture)14 Allow the mixture to simmer until the chicken is cooked through and
the mixture is pipping hot15 Add salt and pepper to taste then finally16 Add chopped coriander stir gently and set mixture aside to cool
Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
25
Curry Puff Parcels
The easiest way to make these delicious fragrant curry parcels is to use shop bought ready made puff pastry (be sure to remove the pastry from the fridge about 20 minutes before rolling it)
1 Sprinkle some plain flour onto a clean work surface2 Roll out the pastry with a floured rolling pin until the pastry is about
3mm thick3 Using a round pastry cutter cut out as many pieces as possible Recycle
the off-cuts of pastry by re-rolling and cutting out extra pieces4 Once cut slightly roll each pastry piece until a little thinner5 Spoon approximately a teaspoon of mixture placing it in the centre of
a piece of pastry6 Brush some egg-wash around the edges of the pastry then add another
piece of pastry on top Slightly press down the edges of the parcel to seal
7 Using the pastry cutter place the cutter over the parcel to trim the edges of the parcel You should be left with a neat round pastry parcel filled with your curry mixture
8 Repeat the process until you have used up all your pastrymixture9 Place your parcels on a greased baking tray10Wash the top of each parcel with egg-wash then finally11Place the parcels on the baking tray into a pre-heated oven (190degC
375degFGM5) and cook for around 20-25 minutes (the parcels should look brown and puffy)
Curry puffs can be served hot or cold Cooled curry puffs can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 24 hours
Enjoy
copy2012 Words and images by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower NewsRecipe adapted from a concept by Nelly Wilson Aldershot
During the late 18th and 19th centuries the remote Gower coastline was a l u c r a t i v e h a v e n f o r smugglers
Beneath the cliffs at Port Eynon a cave called Culver Hole is set between two rock faces and has a masonry wall and a staircase leading up four floors
Culver Hole is believed to have links with the legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in h a n d y f o r s t o w i n g a w a y contraband
Va r i o u s s mu g g l i n g g a n g s operated under the very noses of the establishment making the job o f t h e c u s t o m s o f f i c i a l s particularly difficult Farms at Great and Little Highway occupied by William Hawkin Arthur the self-styled smuggling k ing were the cen t re o f o p e r a t i o n s S e e m i n g l y invincible it was customs officer Francis Bevan an ancestor of both Silvanus and Anne who in 1804 seized some 420 casks of spirits from a concealed cellar in both farmhouses causing the collapse of this particular gangrsquos operations
Frances Bevan was formerly a history correspondent on the Swindon Advertiser she has written extensively on people places and events in the history of Swindon
Frances has a number of blogs of which lsquoDear Georgersquo is one
The lsquoDear Georgersquo blog tells the real-life story of 15-year-old George Bevan who left home to begin an apprenticeship in his unclersquos ironmongerrsquos shop in Llandudno the blog focuses on subsequent correspondence between the boy and his family in Gower that was to run for over 50 years
If you would like to read more about the Bevan family from Gower visit
georgebevanblogspotcouk
copy 2012 Unless otherwise stated text and images courtesy of Frances Bevan - lsquoDear Georgersquo
History
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Shipwrecks and Smuggling
By Frances Bevan
This incident illustrates just how dangerous the work of customs officers could be as Francis had to contend with a mob of more than 200 people as he endeavoured to get the casks into safe keeping Guarding the haul in transit proved equally difficult and by the time the consignment reached Swansea it was found to be 17 casks short In a subsequent report Francis explained how he had given up some of the casks to secure the safe transference of the bulk of the shipment
Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851
Culver Hole Early 20th centuryPhotographer unknown - copy Dear George
Culver Hole As seen today copy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
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Culver Hole is believed to have links with the
legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in handy for stowing away contraband
ldquo
rdquo
Letters from the Bevan family in Overton to apprentice ironmonger George in Llandudno contain frequent references to relatives and neighbours gone to sea and sometimes lost at sea
From the first publication of The Cambrian newspaper in 1804 until the end of the 20th century there were 250 reported shipwrecks along the Gower coastline
In a letter to George dated January 23 1879 Anne writes ndash ldquoLast Monday night a Norweggian Barque came on Shore under Slade Cliff Laden with Indian Corn Maize All the Crew are saved amp are at Porteynon The men round here have got work getting out the Cargo Frank has been up seeing the wreck this afternoonrdquo
In a community dominated by events at sea Annersquos letter to George dated March 10 1879 makes reference to events surrounding one particular shipwreck
On the evening of Tuesday February 11 1879 the Mary Stenhouse a Liverpool ship carrying 350 tons of pig iron ran aground at Rhossilli The ship launched a boat conveying nine members of the twenty strong crew including the masterrsquos wife Mrs Hedgecock but it capsized before reaching the shore and all ten people on board were drowned The remaining crew members were safely rescued Lloyds Agent George Gibbs Annersquos cousin sent the tug Hero to go to the aid of the stricken vessel which was later towed to Swansea
ldquoMrs George Gibbs of Porteynon is gone to Liverpool today about the Salvage of the Mary Stenhouse If you see an account of the Trial in any newspaper send it for your Father to read there is great talk about it hererdquo Anne writes to her son
But for some of the local men there was work to be had from salvaging the ships that ran aground on the Gower coast In January 1881 Sill writes to his brother George about the coal carrying Cresswell that was wrecked to the west of Sladersquos foot
History
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ldquoThe wreck has been bought by the firm lsquoBevan amp Corsquo comprising C amp S Bevan J Steven Overton J Stephen Porteynon J Hughes for pound50 We are therefore very busy every day wrecking amp expect to clear a little dust by our bargaininghelliprdquo
The Australian barque was a complete wreck with the accident attributed to errors made by the master and the mate The stipendiary magistrate and nautical assessors suspended the masterrsquos certificate for three months and the matersquos for six at a Board of Trade inquiry held at the Guildhall Swansea
The Horton and Port Eynon RNLI Lifeboat Station at as seen todaycopy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
wwwgowernewscouk29
ldquoThe schooner Emma of Plymouth going from Newport to the South of Cornwall with coal put in on Oxwich Sand today having carried away her main sail amp other sails she would not steer They expect to save the ship by discharging her so we are expecting coal cheaprdquo Sill continued in the same letter
Following the wreck of the Agnes Jack on January 27 1883 and just ten days later the Surprise lost with all hands under Overton cliffs a lifeboat station at Port Eynon was opened in 1884
But the dangerous location of this station saw it closed in 1919 following the loss of the lifeboat Janet in 1916 when it went to the aid of the SS Dunvegan Three members of the crew lost their lives that night Coxswain Billy Gibbs William Eynon second coxswain and lifeboatman George Harry are remembered on a memorial looking out to sea in the churchyard at St Cattwgrsquos Port Eynon
Read more about casualties along the dangerous Gower coastline on httpwwwshipwrecks-walescouk
History
wwwgowernewscouk30
Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851rdquo
ldquo
Lifeboatmen and Sailor Memorial St Cattwgs Church Port Eynon Gowercopy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
wwwgowernewscouk31
The Author Ann Thomas
BiographyWriting poetry and making up stories since she was a child Ann only started to write seriously when her children were grown Her main ambition is to write science fiction but along the way she got distracted by local history and poetry about her stroke Taking early retirement gave her the chance to concentrate on her writing
Book Launch
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Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
wwwgowernewscouk33
The book uses the life of Alina de Breos to tell the story of the barons rebellion which started in the Lordship of Gower in 1320 and eventually led to the toppling of Edward II from the English throne Alina ended up with her son in the Tower of London her husband executed and all her estates confiscated When Edward II was deposed the Lordship of Gower was returned to her in an act of mercy by Edward III and legend has it that she built the chapel on Oystermouth Castle
Talking about her new book Ann said ldquoOne day I was standing in Swansea town centre opposite the ruins of Swansea Castle and I wondered what the castle and the town were like in the castlersquos heyday I searched the internet and went to the library and found a remarkable story that captured my imagination Three years later and lots more research and writing and there is a bookrdquo
Annrsquos Book lsquoAlinarsquo The White Lady of Oystermouth is now available at the following outlets in Swansea and Gower
Swansea Museum National Waterfront Museum Swansea City Centre Tourist Information Centre Uplands Bookshop Mumbles Tourist Information Centre Cover to Cover Bookshop Shepherds at Parkmill Gower Heritage Centre Gower Kite and Surf Centre Pitton Cross Caravan Park
Rhossili Reynoldston Post Office Crofty Post Office
E-book available on Smashwordshttpwwwsmashwordscombooksview145799
Oystermouth Castle is scheduled to re-open on 16th June 2012 Annrsquos new book will be on sale in the Visitors Centre in Alinarsquos Chapel
Local Personality
wwwgowernewscouk34
Nick ldquoEXTREME SUNBATHINGrdquo in New Zealand
Name Nick Rees - REESY by nickname
Age 23
Job Events amp Marketing Associate within the surf industry
Education I went to Bishopston Comprehensive and later graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 21 in Sports Management
I grew up in Mumbles and have always taken advantage of the coastal lifestyle wersquore
so lucky to have on our doorstep
Picture G-Land Indonesia
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk35
TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
wwwgowernewscouk36
REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
wwwreesyphotographycouk
REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk37
My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
limeslade
caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
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To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing Tourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
General Enquiries amp AdvertisingContact John HughesPhone 01792 299 612
E-mail enquirieswhatsonmagazinecouk
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A4118
A4118
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A483
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A4070
B4297
B4436
B4295
Llangennith
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Killay
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Three Crosses
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rhossili bay
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Best tide HighBest wind SE
broughton bay
Ideal swell W to SBottom Sand
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rhossili bay
Ideal swell W to SBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not highBest wind N
horton beachIdeal swell WSW
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Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell Big WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 4rsquo1rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide HighBest wind NW
oxwich bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Swansea TouristInformation CentrePlymouth StreetSwansea SA1 3QG01792 468321
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE TO SW
swansea bay
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
mumbles head
Break rating
Easy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing
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heart of Swansearsquos
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
limeslade
caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
2012 high water1120------00330154031104090455053606130650072708060846092710131105------00420203032504320526061306550735081208480921095410271108
morning afternoon1071m------994m988m1018m1065m1114m1154m1183m1204m1217m1222m1217m1202m1173m1132m------1054m1047m1080m1134m1186m1224m1245m1250m1241m1219m1185m1141m1091m1037m
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For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
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To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
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oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
KitesurfingTourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
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Danger ndash experienced surfers only
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
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BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
wwwwalkingthegowercouk
Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
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Weather
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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Gowerrsquos Hyper-Local News Event and Information Guide INSIDE
THIS ISSUE
06 NEWS
08 PRODUCE amp CRAFT MARKETS
10 EVENTS
16 PR TIPS
20 THAI CURRY PUFFS
26 SHIPWRECKS AND SMUGGLING
32 WHITE LADY OF
OYSTERMOUTH
34 REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
38 SURFERSrsquo MAP
40 BUSINESS
42 GOWER BIKE RIDE
44 WALKING THE GOWER (3)
50 GARDENING
52 WEATHER
⦿
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⦿Literature Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
Walking the Gower Pwlldu Head⦿
⦿Events Gorseinon
FoodCraft Festival
⦿History Shipwrecks and Smuggling at Port Eynon
⦿Business New Ventures in Pennard and Parkmill
⦿Gardening Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Editorrsquos WelcomeOne of the main aims of Gower News is to lsquopromote all things Gowerrsquo Run simply by a few local folk with a shared vision for bringing Gower to life for all - Gower News is all about sharing local knowledge and information in as many and varied ways possible
Having reached the 12th edition milestone varied Gower-related content never ceases to materialise in the Gower e-News inbox Already lots of interesting news is cropping up ready for the June 2012 edition due out on 25th May 2012
I was in Farnborough during the publication of the last edition having spent some time in London at the Media Trust spring conference I recall the weather was rather fine and dandy How things can change in one month Still in spite of the all wet and windy weather therersquos plenty to do and see around Gower and Swansea Bay
If yoursquore lacking inspiration then hopefully the features in this edition will motivate you to experience the fullness of Gower in its various guises Have a magnificent MayA
ll th
ings
Gow
er
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27th April 2012
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Ian Ambrose
Publisher
Gower News
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All Change Local Bus Services AmendedLocal bus operator First Cymru has made a number of changes to its local network - effective from 15 April 2012 Some journeys on Sunday evenings in Swansea ndash with the exception of those on Service 82A ndash are being removed from the timetables Talking about the alterations Kevin Hart General Manager for First in South and West Wales says While we always regret the need to withdrawn any journeys we have had to do this in some places in order to balance the books Put simply in some cases the costs of operating some journeys far outweighs the amount we take in fares on the buses themselves This situation cannot be sustained in the long run so we have reviewed the network and have removed from the timetables those journeys that are no longer commercially viable We would advise customers to look at the new timetables to see how the changes being made may impact on themrdquo
Your Views Local Development Plan (LDP)The City and County of Swansea is formulating other planning policy documents alongside the LDP which will both inform the preparation of this Plan and provide Supplementary Planning Guidance (SPG) to the adopted Swansea Unitary Development Plan (UDP) A public consultation exercise on the lsquoPlanning For Community Safety Supplementary Planning Guidancersquo draft document will end at 430pm on 1st June 2012 Representations can be made via the planning e-c o n s u l t a t i o n s y s t e m a t h t t p s w a n s e a j d i - c o n s u l t n e t planningconsultations sent to ldpswanseagovuk or by post to the following address Planning Policy Team City and County of Swansea Council Room 262 Civic Centre Oystermouth Road Swansea SA1 3SN
Learn Emergency Life Support Call Betty on 01792 232 955Betty Jenkins is a local HeartStart Coordinator and would like to hear from local groups wishing to undergo emergency life support training
LOCAL NEWS
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Hear to MeetAction on Hearing Loss Cymru are launching a new Hear to Meet social gathering for adults in the Gower who wear hearing aids or are experiencing hearing loss
Hear to Meet will launch at Willow Court Clyne Common on 19th June this year From 11am there will be an information talk and chance to get your hearing screened for free From 1pm there is a chance for adults over 50 years with hearing loss to get together and meet over tea and cake There will be a quiz and a chance to plan activities that they would like to do together at future Hear to Meet events All are welcome
Hearing loss affects 4 out of 10 people over 50 years old and as many as 7 out of 10 people over 70 years Hearing loss can be very isolating as talking to friends and family becomes harder to hear and requires more effort This can often lead to withdrawal from social situations and an increasingly lonely lifestyle Some people can go for days without talking to anyone
Hear to Meet provides a friendly and welcoming opportunity to meet new people share experiences about hearing loss and enjoy taking part in hobbies and activities such as books films or crafts It will tackle the loneliness often felt by adults experiencing hearing loss If you are interested in attending or know someone who might be please get in touch
Could you make a real difference to someone with a hearing loss Hear to Meet urgently requires volunteers to host Hear to Meet events organise refreshments and join guests in conversation and activities Full training will be provided and expenses reimbursed If you are interested please get in touch with Becky on 02920 333 378 or email beckyoatleyhearinglossorguk
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Pontarddulais Produce and Craft MarketSecond Wednesday of every month between 930am - 1230pm
The Institute 45 St Teilo Street Pontarddulais 885890
Mumbles Produce and Craft MarketSecond Saturday of every month between 900am - 100pm
The Dairy Car Park Oystermouth Square Mumbles 361012
Gorseinon Canolfan Food and Craft FayreSecond Saturday of every month between 930am - 100pm
Canolfan Centre Millers Drive Gorseinon 893266
Pennard Produce and Craft MarketSecond Sunday of every month between 930am - 1230pm
Pennard Community Centre Pennard 448399
Penclawdd Produce and Craft MarketThird Saturday of every month between 930am - 1230pm
Community Centre Banc Bach Penclawdd 850147
Clydach Produce and Craft MarketLast Saturday of each month between 1000am - 130pm
Moose Hall Beryl Road Clydach 07707 787791
Local Produce
Gorseinon Food FestivalSaturday 28th April 2012 10am - 5pm
Canolfan Gorseinon Centre Millers Drive SA4 4QN
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amp Craft Markets
GORSEINON CRAFT FESTIVAL
SUNDAY 29th APRIL 2012
10AM - 4PM
Gower Crafts and Artisans in the Marquee Invite You to a Fun Sunday
JEWELLERY TEXTILES WOOL PRODUCTS FUSED GLASS CARDS WOODEN FURNITURE AND BOXES
CERAMICS SLATE and DRIFTWOOD PIECES
Join the workshops for children and create some
OLYMPIC ART with Sara Holden of ldquoSculptures by the Seardquo
Create Olympic Medals Bronze Silver or Gold andor Snazzy Olympic Spectacles from willow cane and other
materials ready for the greatest sporting event in the world Olympics 2012
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Eighth Gower Walking Festival 9-24 June 2012
Centred on Britainrsquos first AONB the Gower Walking Festival is a great opportunity to see the wonderful scenery and abundant wildlife of the Gower peninsula and surrounds
This year there are 73 guided walks and activities for experienced walkers to leisurely strollers
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LOCAL EVENTS
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2012-04-28 Gorseinon Food Festival Saturday 28th April 2012
2012-04-29 Gorseinon Craft Festival Sunday 29th April 2012
2012-05-05 BoardwalkFence Repairs with The National Trust Gower
2012-05-05 Forest School SNPT Family Fun Day
2012-05-06 Dawn Chorus Walk Cwm Ivy with The National Trust Gower
2012-05-06 Loughor Inshore Rescue Family Fun Day
2012-05-12 Coeden Fach Tree Nursery Open Day - 12th May 2012
2012-05-12 Big Beach Clean Up 12th May 2012 Knab Rock Mumbles Swansea
2012-05-12 Cheese and Cider Weekend at The Gower Heritage Centre Swansea
2012-05-17 Fathers Day Lunch at Willow Court at Campion Gardens Retirement
Village
2012-05-18 Tea Dance at Willow Court at Campion Gardens Retirement Village
2012-05-19 Dawn Chorus Walk amp Simple Breakfast St Madoc Centre Gower
2012-05-19 Nearly New Sale in aid of Wales Air Ambulance
2012-06-02 Bracken Clearance at Cwm Ivy Tor with The National Trust Gower
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THE FESTIVAL
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E i g h t h G o w e r Walking Festival 9-24 June 2012
Centred on Britainrsquos first AONB the Gower Walking Festival is a great opportunity to see the wonder fu l scenery and abundant wildlife of the Gower p e n i n s u l a a n d surrounds
This year there are 73 gu ided wa lk s and a c t i v i t i e s f o r experienced walkers to leisurely strollers
Organised by Loughor Inshore Rescue
In an Emergency Dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard
Loughor Inshore Rescue are proud to Present
Family Fun-day 2012
Sunday 6th May 12-7pm
Registered charity No 1024113
Come and join us on our 2ndAnnual Family Fun Day come
down and meet the Crew and enjoy an afternoon of relaxation by the River Fully licenced bar and BBQ and free
parking at INA Bearings Stalls and attractions for all the Family
In Attendance South Wales Police-Mid amp West Wales Fire Brigadendash Welsh
Ambulancendash Mobile Coastguard Mud Rescue Unit Helicopters are subject to availability
FREE ENTRY
At
The Lifeboat Station Gwydr Place Loughor SA4 6TW
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Tell us about your Gower and Swansea Bay eventsEmail your event details to editorialgowernewscouk
NEXT ISSUE 25TH MAY 2012
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Forest School SNPT
A free family fun day out
Saturday 5th May 2012 Open Day
Bishoprsquos Wood Nature Reserve Caswell Swansea
Call in anytime from 1100am to 300pm
Craft workshops
Games
Campfire
Den Building Environmental activities and more
For more information please see our website wwwforestschoolsnptorguk
Funded by the Rural Development Plan for those living in the RDP area
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MURTON MAY DAY EVENT
Murton May Day Event Murton Green Gower
1pm Monday 7th May 2012
Traditional maypole dancing refreshments ice creams candy floss inflatables stalls and much moreincluding the miniature garden and unusualcharacter fruit and veg competitions
Lots of fun for the whole familyhttpwwwgowerccorgukbishopstonbishopstonhomephp
A chance to meet Pennard First Responders volunteers from the local community who donate their spare time to attend appropriate 999 calls they provide first hand emergency care t o p e o p l e i n t h e i r o w n community until an ambulance vehicle reaches the scene All volunteers are trained by the Welsh Ambulance Service to administer basic first aid skills oxygen therapy cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the use of a defibrillator
Learn Emergency Life Support Watch the British Heart Foundationrsquos online video starring Vinnie Jones
wwwbhforgukheart-healthlife-saving-skillshands-only-cpraspx
Pennard First Responders
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wwwcoedenfachwetpaintcom
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Editorial
16
Words by Ian Ambrose BA (Hons) Public Services FInstAM(Dip) MInstLM | Citizen JournalistEditor Gower News
Citizen journalism helping to shape news in the 21st centuryJournalism has changed and so has the way in which people hear about read see interact and consume news on a daily basis News reporting is no longer the sole remit of professional journalists working in traditional settings - you only have to look back to Libya and more recently Syria to see that in some situations globally citizens are getting their news noticed - particularly through the use of Twitter and YouTube - and are becoming the first to break news items ahead of traditional mainstream media outlets
Blottrcom - a user generated news service - is one website which is facilitating ways that allow citizens to generate news stories as they break traditional media outlets are also creating innovative ways to enable citizens to shape the news before it is lsquobroadcastrsquo According to Dan Roberts the Guardianrsquos national editor All media is blurring together in a new way Speaking at the lsquoHitting the Headlinesrsquo Media Trust Conference in London earlier this month week Dan explained about how the Guardian is experimenting with opennews as a way of allowing readers to shape the Guardianrsquos news coverage The Guardianrsquos Open Newslist allows citizens to interact with the Guardianrsquos editors and reporters about upcoming stories as they work on them - this allows the Guardian to consider other views that may not have come to light until after a news item has been published and made public
Relevance it would seem is more important than audience size Citizen journalism news service Blottrcom launched in August 2010 and currently generates around 3 million unique visitors a month Blottrcom believes lsquothe best news stories come from people at the scene who are able to capture and report on stories as they unfoldrsquo However some argue that sites such as Blottrcom cannot really compete with mainstream media But according to Blottrrsquos founder Adam Baker when it comes to audience size ldquoIts about relevance not numbersrdquo
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Lessons in Managing a Successful PR Campaign
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The issue of relevance is perhaps a particularly important point to remember especially for business and organisations looking to secure press coverage It seems the key to successful public relations communication is the relevance of news to a particular audience whether its the launch of a national integrated marketing campaign by a major not for profit organisation or the celebrity presentation of a cheque at a small charityrsquos annual summer fayre the relevance of the message to the target audience is the important point to remember
5 LESSONS FROM lsquoHITTING THE HEADLINESrsquo MEDIA TRUST SPRING CONFERENCE 2012
1 Develop a media communications strategy and commit it to writing It may be the last thing on your lsquoto do listrsquo but taking time to think about who your target audience is will be time well spent Once you have defined your target audience you need to think about the ways in which the media can best help you communicate your messages Caroline Vogt from Aegis Media suggests that if you can tap into an emotion (eg peoplersquos passions what people enjoy or something that creates a sense of community) then its much more powerful How consumers absorb media and advertising has also changed models of persuading people to like or buy a product or service are becoming old-school - the new model of marketing is about tapping into peoplersquos passions by communicating to them the real emotional benefits of buying or liking your product or service
Photo Sue Llewellyn Gavin Sheppard Janet Street Porter and
Adam Baker discuss the Future of News at the Hitting the Headlines
Conference in London
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18
2 Generic press releases are unlikely to have much impactRather than spending valuable time writing and sending out generic press releases first consider the types of media outlets that best apply to your target audience As a hyper-local media outlet Gower News is bombarded by press releases on a daily basis - many simply do not get used because they are considered largely irrelevant to Gower News readers When you are ready to communicate a piece of news to a news outlet first pick up the phone and speak directly to a journalist within your chosen media outlet about your news By having a conversation with a journalist within the media outlet that best matches your target audience you are much more likely to find out what exactly the media outlet would like to hear about and when Armed with this information you can shape your press release accordingly and are therefore much more likely to have your news item used by the media outlet you are targeting with your news story
3 If talking to mainstream media supply what they needAgain this comes back to getting in touch directly with relevant journalists and asking them for feedback Most media outlets have topic-related journalists If your news is in response to crime donrsquot contact the journalist responsible for the sports column They say a picture is worth a thousand words so a good quality photograph to accompany your news story is also quite essential Donrsquot forget that most journalistsrsquo time is limited make their life easy by supplying what they need in an accessible way Copy should be sent in an email and not just as a PDF
W h e n i t c o m e s t o aud i ence s i ze ldquoI t s about relevance not numbersrdquo
Adam Baker Blottrcom
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Lessons in Managing a Successful PR Campaign
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4 Make use of the community newswireThe Community Newswire at the Media Trust sent out nearly 800 stories during January and February 2012 The service helps charities communities and citizen journalists get their stories into the national and regional media The best of the submitted press releases and photos are selected and written up by dedicated Press Association journalists and distributed to thousands of newsrooms across the UK Even if you havent got a specific news item keep an eye on the news to see if something your organisation is doing can be pegged to the current news agenda look out for angles that can be turned into a story
5 Donrsquot forget the power of social media and your own public relations and marketing communication systemsYour own website and social media channels are vital aspects of your communications mix These communication tools allow you to communicate your messages in the way you want them to be - without the spin Make sure your website is regularly updated with fresh new copy that has been well written and in a way that can be easily understood If this is an area that you need help with then there are lots of quality resources available on the Media Trust website
httpwwwmediatrustorg
For more information about this yearrsquos Hitting the Headlines conference and for other media related resources please check out these links
httpresourcesmediatrustorgeventshitting-the-headlineshttpwwwmediatrustorgnewswirehttpwwwbhforgukheart-healthlife-saving-skillshands-only-cpraspxhttpwwwblottrcomhttpwwwjournalismcoukhttpwwwgowernewscouk
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Food
20
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Thai Curry Puffs
21
Following two recent local produce events hosted by Gower Chillis I was inspired to commit this recipe to writing which was passed to me some years ago With chillis being a key ingredient to these parcels of delicious aromatic flavours I thought it appropriate to share this recipe now that Gower has its very own local chilli producer The recipe can be tailored to be hot and fiery or mild and creamy - it all depends on the amount and type of chillis you choose to use balanced alongside varying amounts of curry power and coconut milk to suit your taste
The following recipe is reasonably spicy - though not too fiery and hot
Ingredients
Makes approximately 30 small curry puff parcels
2 chicken breasts1 carrot1 potato
1 stick of celery1 red and 1 green chilli
5 garlic cloves1rdquo piece of ginger
1 onion12 teaspoon of mustard seeds
2 cardamon pods2 cloves
1 small cup of peas1 chicken stock cube
12 teaspoon of curry powder200ml of coconut milk
handful of fresh coriandera few splashes of tabasco sauce
salt and pepper to taste 2 x 500g packs of ready to roll puff pastry
1 tablespoon of sunflower oil and2 whisked eggs (with a little salt) for glazing
Gower Chillis
Gower Chillis sauces can be purchased from the Bay Bistro Shop in Rhossili and the Gower Wildflower Centre at BlackhillsFairwood Products also available direct via
wwwgowerchilliscomor by calling Andrew on 07854 319768 (mobile rates apply) The Gower Chillis Green Label sauce has a Thai feel to it as itrsquos flavoured with garlic lime and coriander ldquoThis sauce would be particularly good with Thai Curryrdquo said Andrew Brooks of Gower Chillis Facebook Gower Ch i l l i s Twitter AndrewBr00ks
Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
23
Equipment and Method
a large wok or non-stick pana small pan for parboiling vegetables
a round 3rdquo diameter pastry cutteran egg-wash brush anda non-stick baking tray
Curry Puff Filling
1 Dice the carrot and potato into small square pieces place in a pan of cold water (slightly salted) and parboil the vegetable pieces until tender (this will take around 3 minutes from when the water boils)
2 Meanwhile heat the vegetable oil in the wok adding the mustard seeds cardamon pods and cloves until the seeds start popping At this point remove the spices from the heat
3 Drain the parboiled vegetables and set aside4 Chop the onion into small pieces place the wok back onto a medium
heat add the onion pieces and gently fry (do not let the onion brown)5 Add to the wok finely chopped garlic and ginger gently frying for a
minute6 Dice the chicken into small pieces and add to the wok stirring the
mixture gently until the chicken is sealed7 Put on food preparation gloves (optional) and finely chop one red and
green chilli (removing the seeds for a less fiery mixture)8 Add the chopped chillis along with one finely chopped stick of celery9 Add to the mixture the chicken stock cube and mix gently10 Now add the parboiled vegetables and peas to the mixture11 Sprinkle over a level teaspoon of curry powder12 Add a few dashes of tabasco sauce13 Pour around 200ml of coconut milk into the mixture (adding a little
more or less to create a wet but not too runny mixture)14 Allow the mixture to simmer until the chicken is cooked through and
the mixture is pipping hot15 Add salt and pepper to taste then finally16 Add chopped coriander stir gently and set mixture aside to cool
Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
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Curry Puff Parcels
The easiest way to make these delicious fragrant curry parcels is to use shop bought ready made puff pastry (be sure to remove the pastry from the fridge about 20 minutes before rolling it)
1 Sprinkle some plain flour onto a clean work surface2 Roll out the pastry with a floured rolling pin until the pastry is about
3mm thick3 Using a round pastry cutter cut out as many pieces as possible Recycle
the off-cuts of pastry by re-rolling and cutting out extra pieces4 Once cut slightly roll each pastry piece until a little thinner5 Spoon approximately a teaspoon of mixture placing it in the centre of
a piece of pastry6 Brush some egg-wash around the edges of the pastry then add another
piece of pastry on top Slightly press down the edges of the parcel to seal
7 Using the pastry cutter place the cutter over the parcel to trim the edges of the parcel You should be left with a neat round pastry parcel filled with your curry mixture
8 Repeat the process until you have used up all your pastrymixture9 Place your parcels on a greased baking tray10Wash the top of each parcel with egg-wash then finally11Place the parcels on the baking tray into a pre-heated oven (190degC
375degFGM5) and cook for around 20-25 minutes (the parcels should look brown and puffy)
Curry puffs can be served hot or cold Cooled curry puffs can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 24 hours
Enjoy
copy2012 Words and images by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower NewsRecipe adapted from a concept by Nelly Wilson Aldershot
During the late 18th and 19th centuries the remote Gower coastline was a l u c r a t i v e h a v e n f o r smugglers
Beneath the cliffs at Port Eynon a cave called Culver Hole is set between two rock faces and has a masonry wall and a staircase leading up four floors
Culver Hole is believed to have links with the legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in h a n d y f o r s t o w i n g a w a y contraband
Va r i o u s s mu g g l i n g g a n g s operated under the very noses of the establishment making the job o f t h e c u s t o m s o f f i c i a l s particularly difficult Farms at Great and Little Highway occupied by William Hawkin Arthur the self-styled smuggling k ing were the cen t re o f o p e r a t i o n s S e e m i n g l y invincible it was customs officer Francis Bevan an ancestor of both Silvanus and Anne who in 1804 seized some 420 casks of spirits from a concealed cellar in both farmhouses causing the collapse of this particular gangrsquos operations
Frances Bevan was formerly a history correspondent on the Swindon Advertiser she has written extensively on people places and events in the history of Swindon
Frances has a number of blogs of which lsquoDear Georgersquo is one
The lsquoDear Georgersquo blog tells the real-life story of 15-year-old George Bevan who left home to begin an apprenticeship in his unclersquos ironmongerrsquos shop in Llandudno the blog focuses on subsequent correspondence between the boy and his family in Gower that was to run for over 50 years
If you would like to read more about the Bevan family from Gower visit
georgebevanblogspotcouk
copy 2012 Unless otherwise stated text and images courtesy of Frances Bevan - lsquoDear Georgersquo
History
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Shipwrecks and Smuggling
By Frances Bevan
This incident illustrates just how dangerous the work of customs officers could be as Francis had to contend with a mob of more than 200 people as he endeavoured to get the casks into safe keeping Guarding the haul in transit proved equally difficult and by the time the consignment reached Swansea it was found to be 17 casks short In a subsequent report Francis explained how he had given up some of the casks to secure the safe transference of the bulk of the shipment
Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851
Culver Hole Early 20th centuryPhotographer unknown - copy Dear George
Culver Hole As seen today copy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
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Culver Hole is believed to have links with the
legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in handy for stowing away contraband
ldquo
rdquo
Letters from the Bevan family in Overton to apprentice ironmonger George in Llandudno contain frequent references to relatives and neighbours gone to sea and sometimes lost at sea
From the first publication of The Cambrian newspaper in 1804 until the end of the 20th century there were 250 reported shipwrecks along the Gower coastline
In a letter to George dated January 23 1879 Anne writes ndash ldquoLast Monday night a Norweggian Barque came on Shore under Slade Cliff Laden with Indian Corn Maize All the Crew are saved amp are at Porteynon The men round here have got work getting out the Cargo Frank has been up seeing the wreck this afternoonrdquo
In a community dominated by events at sea Annersquos letter to George dated March 10 1879 makes reference to events surrounding one particular shipwreck
On the evening of Tuesday February 11 1879 the Mary Stenhouse a Liverpool ship carrying 350 tons of pig iron ran aground at Rhossilli The ship launched a boat conveying nine members of the twenty strong crew including the masterrsquos wife Mrs Hedgecock but it capsized before reaching the shore and all ten people on board were drowned The remaining crew members were safely rescued Lloyds Agent George Gibbs Annersquos cousin sent the tug Hero to go to the aid of the stricken vessel which was later towed to Swansea
ldquoMrs George Gibbs of Porteynon is gone to Liverpool today about the Salvage of the Mary Stenhouse If you see an account of the Trial in any newspaper send it for your Father to read there is great talk about it hererdquo Anne writes to her son
But for some of the local men there was work to be had from salvaging the ships that ran aground on the Gower coast In January 1881 Sill writes to his brother George about the coal carrying Cresswell that was wrecked to the west of Sladersquos foot
History
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ldquoThe wreck has been bought by the firm lsquoBevan amp Corsquo comprising C amp S Bevan J Steven Overton J Stephen Porteynon J Hughes for pound50 We are therefore very busy every day wrecking amp expect to clear a little dust by our bargaininghelliprdquo
The Australian barque was a complete wreck with the accident attributed to errors made by the master and the mate The stipendiary magistrate and nautical assessors suspended the masterrsquos certificate for three months and the matersquos for six at a Board of Trade inquiry held at the Guildhall Swansea
The Horton and Port Eynon RNLI Lifeboat Station at as seen todaycopy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
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ldquoThe schooner Emma of Plymouth going from Newport to the South of Cornwall with coal put in on Oxwich Sand today having carried away her main sail amp other sails she would not steer They expect to save the ship by discharging her so we are expecting coal cheaprdquo Sill continued in the same letter
Following the wreck of the Agnes Jack on January 27 1883 and just ten days later the Surprise lost with all hands under Overton cliffs a lifeboat station at Port Eynon was opened in 1884
But the dangerous location of this station saw it closed in 1919 following the loss of the lifeboat Janet in 1916 when it went to the aid of the SS Dunvegan Three members of the crew lost their lives that night Coxswain Billy Gibbs William Eynon second coxswain and lifeboatman George Harry are remembered on a memorial looking out to sea in the churchyard at St Cattwgrsquos Port Eynon
Read more about casualties along the dangerous Gower coastline on httpwwwshipwrecks-walescouk
History
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Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851rdquo
ldquo
Lifeboatmen and Sailor Memorial St Cattwgs Church Port Eynon Gowercopy Photograph - Gower News
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The Author Ann Thomas
BiographyWriting poetry and making up stories since she was a child Ann only started to write seriously when her children were grown Her main ambition is to write science fiction but along the way she got distracted by local history and poetry about her stroke Taking early retirement gave her the chance to concentrate on her writing
Book Launch
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Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
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The book uses the life of Alina de Breos to tell the story of the barons rebellion which started in the Lordship of Gower in 1320 and eventually led to the toppling of Edward II from the English throne Alina ended up with her son in the Tower of London her husband executed and all her estates confiscated When Edward II was deposed the Lordship of Gower was returned to her in an act of mercy by Edward III and legend has it that she built the chapel on Oystermouth Castle
Talking about her new book Ann said ldquoOne day I was standing in Swansea town centre opposite the ruins of Swansea Castle and I wondered what the castle and the town were like in the castlersquos heyday I searched the internet and went to the library and found a remarkable story that captured my imagination Three years later and lots more research and writing and there is a bookrdquo
Annrsquos Book lsquoAlinarsquo The White Lady of Oystermouth is now available at the following outlets in Swansea and Gower
Swansea Museum National Waterfront Museum Swansea City Centre Tourist Information Centre Uplands Bookshop Mumbles Tourist Information Centre Cover to Cover Bookshop Shepherds at Parkmill Gower Heritage Centre Gower Kite and Surf Centre Pitton Cross Caravan Park
Rhossili Reynoldston Post Office Crofty Post Office
E-book available on Smashwordshttpwwwsmashwordscombooksview145799
Oystermouth Castle is scheduled to re-open on 16th June 2012 Annrsquos new book will be on sale in the Visitors Centre in Alinarsquos Chapel
Local Personality
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Nick ldquoEXTREME SUNBATHINGrdquo in New Zealand
Name Nick Rees - REESY by nickname
Age 23
Job Events amp Marketing Associate within the surf industry
Education I went to Bishopston Comprehensive and later graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 21 in Sports Management
I grew up in Mumbles and have always taken advantage of the coastal lifestyle wersquore
so lucky to have on our doorstep
Picture G-Land Indonesia
Nick Rees (REESY)
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TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
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REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
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REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk37
My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
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caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing Tourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
General Enquiries amp AdvertisingContact John HughesPhone 01792 299 612
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MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
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caswell bay
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oxwich bay
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langland bay
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Best wind NE TO SW
swansea bay
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Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
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Break rating
Easy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
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Surfing
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heart of Swansearsquos
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
limeslade
caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon
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To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
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oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
KitesurfingTourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
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BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
wwwwalkingthegowercouk
Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
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Weather
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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Editorrsquos WelcomeOne of the main aims of Gower News is to lsquopromote all things Gowerrsquo Run simply by a few local folk with a shared vision for bringing Gower to life for all - Gower News is all about sharing local knowledge and information in as many and varied ways possible
Having reached the 12th edition milestone varied Gower-related content never ceases to materialise in the Gower e-News inbox Already lots of interesting news is cropping up ready for the June 2012 edition due out on 25th May 2012
I was in Farnborough during the publication of the last edition having spent some time in London at the Media Trust spring conference I recall the weather was rather fine and dandy How things can change in one month Still in spite of the all wet and windy weather therersquos plenty to do and see around Gower and Swansea Bay
If yoursquore lacking inspiration then hopefully the features in this edition will motivate you to experience the fullness of Gower in its various guises Have a magnificent MayA
ll th
ings
Gow
er
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Ian Ambrose
Publisher
Gower News
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Gower News and Gower e-News are online hyper-local news
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Gower Newsrsquo e-newsletter and online media network
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All Change Local Bus Services AmendedLocal bus operator First Cymru has made a number of changes to its local network - effective from 15 April 2012 Some journeys on Sunday evenings in Swansea ndash with the exception of those on Service 82A ndash are being removed from the timetables Talking about the alterations Kevin Hart General Manager for First in South and West Wales says While we always regret the need to withdrawn any journeys we have had to do this in some places in order to balance the books Put simply in some cases the costs of operating some journeys far outweighs the amount we take in fares on the buses themselves This situation cannot be sustained in the long run so we have reviewed the network and have removed from the timetables those journeys that are no longer commercially viable We would advise customers to look at the new timetables to see how the changes being made may impact on themrdquo
Your Views Local Development Plan (LDP)The City and County of Swansea is formulating other planning policy documents alongside the LDP which will both inform the preparation of this Plan and provide Supplementary Planning Guidance (SPG) to the adopted Swansea Unitary Development Plan (UDP) A public consultation exercise on the lsquoPlanning For Community Safety Supplementary Planning Guidancersquo draft document will end at 430pm on 1st June 2012 Representations can be made via the planning e-c o n s u l t a t i o n s y s t e m a t h t t p s w a n s e a j d i - c o n s u l t n e t planningconsultations sent to ldpswanseagovuk or by post to the following address Planning Policy Team City and County of Swansea Council Room 262 Civic Centre Oystermouth Road Swansea SA1 3SN
Learn Emergency Life Support Call Betty on 01792 232 955Betty Jenkins is a local HeartStart Coordinator and would like to hear from local groups wishing to undergo emergency life support training
LOCAL NEWS
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Hear to MeetAction on Hearing Loss Cymru are launching a new Hear to Meet social gathering for adults in the Gower who wear hearing aids or are experiencing hearing loss
Hear to Meet will launch at Willow Court Clyne Common on 19th June this year From 11am there will be an information talk and chance to get your hearing screened for free From 1pm there is a chance for adults over 50 years with hearing loss to get together and meet over tea and cake There will be a quiz and a chance to plan activities that they would like to do together at future Hear to Meet events All are welcome
Hearing loss affects 4 out of 10 people over 50 years old and as many as 7 out of 10 people over 70 years Hearing loss can be very isolating as talking to friends and family becomes harder to hear and requires more effort This can often lead to withdrawal from social situations and an increasingly lonely lifestyle Some people can go for days without talking to anyone
Hear to Meet provides a friendly and welcoming opportunity to meet new people share experiences about hearing loss and enjoy taking part in hobbies and activities such as books films or crafts It will tackle the loneliness often felt by adults experiencing hearing loss If you are interested in attending or know someone who might be please get in touch
Could you make a real difference to someone with a hearing loss Hear to Meet urgently requires volunteers to host Hear to Meet events organise refreshments and join guests in conversation and activities Full training will be provided and expenses reimbursed If you are interested please get in touch with Becky on 02920 333 378 or email beckyoatleyhearinglossorguk
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Pontarddulais Produce and Craft MarketSecond Wednesday of every month between 930am - 1230pm
The Institute 45 St Teilo Street Pontarddulais 885890
Mumbles Produce and Craft MarketSecond Saturday of every month between 900am - 100pm
The Dairy Car Park Oystermouth Square Mumbles 361012
Gorseinon Canolfan Food and Craft FayreSecond Saturday of every month between 930am - 100pm
Canolfan Centre Millers Drive Gorseinon 893266
Pennard Produce and Craft MarketSecond Sunday of every month between 930am - 1230pm
Pennard Community Centre Pennard 448399
Penclawdd Produce and Craft MarketThird Saturday of every month between 930am - 1230pm
Community Centre Banc Bach Penclawdd 850147
Clydach Produce and Craft MarketLast Saturday of each month between 1000am - 130pm
Moose Hall Beryl Road Clydach 07707 787791
Local Produce
Gorseinon Food FestivalSaturday 28th April 2012 10am - 5pm
Canolfan Gorseinon Centre Millers Drive SA4 4QN
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amp Craft Markets
GORSEINON CRAFT FESTIVAL
SUNDAY 29th APRIL 2012
10AM - 4PM
Gower Crafts and Artisans in the Marquee Invite You to a Fun Sunday
JEWELLERY TEXTILES WOOL PRODUCTS FUSED GLASS CARDS WOODEN FURNITURE AND BOXES
CERAMICS SLATE and DRIFTWOOD PIECES
Join the workshops for children and create some
OLYMPIC ART with Sara Holden of ldquoSculptures by the Seardquo
Create Olympic Medals Bronze Silver or Gold andor Snazzy Olympic Spectacles from willow cane and other
materials ready for the greatest sporting event in the world Olympics 2012
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Eighth Gower Walking Festival 9-24 June 2012
Centred on Britainrsquos first AONB the Gower Walking Festival is a great opportunity to see the wonderful scenery and abundant wildlife of the Gower peninsula and surrounds
This year there are 73 guided walks and activities for experienced walkers to leisurely strollers
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2012-04-28 Gorseinon Food Festival Saturday 28th April 2012
2012-04-29 Gorseinon Craft Festival Sunday 29th April 2012
2012-05-05 BoardwalkFence Repairs with The National Trust Gower
2012-05-05 Forest School SNPT Family Fun Day
2012-05-06 Dawn Chorus Walk Cwm Ivy with The National Trust Gower
2012-05-06 Loughor Inshore Rescue Family Fun Day
2012-05-12 Coeden Fach Tree Nursery Open Day - 12th May 2012
2012-05-12 Big Beach Clean Up 12th May 2012 Knab Rock Mumbles Swansea
2012-05-12 Cheese and Cider Weekend at The Gower Heritage Centre Swansea
2012-05-17 Fathers Day Lunch at Willow Court at Campion Gardens Retirement
Village
2012-05-18 Tea Dance at Willow Court at Campion Gardens Retirement Village
2012-05-19 Dawn Chorus Walk amp Simple Breakfast St Madoc Centre Gower
2012-05-19 Nearly New Sale in aid of Wales Air Ambulance
2012-06-02 Bracken Clearance at Cwm Ivy Tor with The National Trust Gower
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E i g h t h G o w e r Walking Festival 9-24 June 2012
Centred on Britainrsquos first AONB the Gower Walking Festival is a great opportunity to see the wonder fu l scenery and abundant wildlife of the Gower p e n i n s u l a a n d surrounds
This year there are 73 gu ided wa lk s and a c t i v i t i e s f o r experienced walkers to leisurely strollers
Organised by Loughor Inshore Rescue
In an Emergency Dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard
Loughor Inshore Rescue are proud to Present
Family Fun-day 2012
Sunday 6th May 12-7pm
Registered charity No 1024113
Come and join us on our 2ndAnnual Family Fun Day come
down and meet the Crew and enjoy an afternoon of relaxation by the River Fully licenced bar and BBQ and free
parking at INA Bearings Stalls and attractions for all the Family
In Attendance South Wales Police-Mid amp West Wales Fire Brigadendash Welsh
Ambulancendash Mobile Coastguard Mud Rescue Unit Helicopters are subject to availability
FREE ENTRY
At
The Lifeboat Station Gwydr Place Loughor SA4 6TW
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Tell us about your Gower and Swansea Bay eventsEmail your event details to editorialgowernewscouk
NEXT ISSUE 25TH MAY 2012
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Forest School SNPT
A free family fun day out
Saturday 5th May 2012 Open Day
Bishoprsquos Wood Nature Reserve Caswell Swansea
Call in anytime from 1100am to 300pm
Craft workshops
Games
Campfire
Den Building Environmental activities and more
For more information please see our website wwwforestschoolsnptorguk
Funded by the Rural Development Plan for those living in the RDP area
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MURTON MAY DAY EVENT
Murton May Day Event Murton Green Gower
1pm Monday 7th May 2012
Traditional maypole dancing refreshments ice creams candy floss inflatables stalls and much moreincluding the miniature garden and unusualcharacter fruit and veg competitions
Lots of fun for the whole familyhttpwwwgowerccorgukbishopstonbishopstonhomephp
A chance to meet Pennard First Responders volunteers from the local community who donate their spare time to attend appropriate 999 calls they provide first hand emergency care t o p e o p l e i n t h e i r o w n community until an ambulance vehicle reaches the scene All volunteers are trained by the Welsh Ambulance Service to administer basic first aid skills oxygen therapy cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the use of a defibrillator
Learn Emergency Life Support Watch the British Heart Foundationrsquos online video starring Vinnie Jones
wwwbhforgukheart-healthlife-saving-skillshands-only-cpraspx
Pennard First Responders
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Editorial
16
Words by Ian Ambrose BA (Hons) Public Services FInstAM(Dip) MInstLM | Citizen JournalistEditor Gower News
Citizen journalism helping to shape news in the 21st centuryJournalism has changed and so has the way in which people hear about read see interact and consume news on a daily basis News reporting is no longer the sole remit of professional journalists working in traditional settings - you only have to look back to Libya and more recently Syria to see that in some situations globally citizens are getting their news noticed - particularly through the use of Twitter and YouTube - and are becoming the first to break news items ahead of traditional mainstream media outlets
Blottrcom - a user generated news service - is one website which is facilitating ways that allow citizens to generate news stories as they break traditional media outlets are also creating innovative ways to enable citizens to shape the news before it is lsquobroadcastrsquo According to Dan Roberts the Guardianrsquos national editor All media is blurring together in a new way Speaking at the lsquoHitting the Headlinesrsquo Media Trust Conference in London earlier this month week Dan explained about how the Guardian is experimenting with opennews as a way of allowing readers to shape the Guardianrsquos news coverage The Guardianrsquos Open Newslist allows citizens to interact with the Guardianrsquos editors and reporters about upcoming stories as they work on them - this allows the Guardian to consider other views that may not have come to light until after a news item has been published and made public
Relevance it would seem is more important than audience size Citizen journalism news service Blottrcom launched in August 2010 and currently generates around 3 million unique visitors a month Blottrcom believes lsquothe best news stories come from people at the scene who are able to capture and report on stories as they unfoldrsquo However some argue that sites such as Blottrcom cannot really compete with mainstream media But according to Blottrrsquos founder Adam Baker when it comes to audience size ldquoIts about relevance not numbersrdquo
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Lessons in Managing a Successful PR Campaign
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The issue of relevance is perhaps a particularly important point to remember especially for business and organisations looking to secure press coverage It seems the key to successful public relations communication is the relevance of news to a particular audience whether its the launch of a national integrated marketing campaign by a major not for profit organisation or the celebrity presentation of a cheque at a small charityrsquos annual summer fayre the relevance of the message to the target audience is the important point to remember
5 LESSONS FROM lsquoHITTING THE HEADLINESrsquo MEDIA TRUST SPRING CONFERENCE 2012
1 Develop a media communications strategy and commit it to writing It may be the last thing on your lsquoto do listrsquo but taking time to think about who your target audience is will be time well spent Once you have defined your target audience you need to think about the ways in which the media can best help you communicate your messages Caroline Vogt from Aegis Media suggests that if you can tap into an emotion (eg peoplersquos passions what people enjoy or something that creates a sense of community) then its much more powerful How consumers absorb media and advertising has also changed models of persuading people to like or buy a product or service are becoming old-school - the new model of marketing is about tapping into peoplersquos passions by communicating to them the real emotional benefits of buying or liking your product or service
Photo Sue Llewellyn Gavin Sheppard Janet Street Porter and
Adam Baker discuss the Future of News at the Hitting the Headlines
Conference in London
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2 Generic press releases are unlikely to have much impactRather than spending valuable time writing and sending out generic press releases first consider the types of media outlets that best apply to your target audience As a hyper-local media outlet Gower News is bombarded by press releases on a daily basis - many simply do not get used because they are considered largely irrelevant to Gower News readers When you are ready to communicate a piece of news to a news outlet first pick up the phone and speak directly to a journalist within your chosen media outlet about your news By having a conversation with a journalist within the media outlet that best matches your target audience you are much more likely to find out what exactly the media outlet would like to hear about and when Armed with this information you can shape your press release accordingly and are therefore much more likely to have your news item used by the media outlet you are targeting with your news story
3 If talking to mainstream media supply what they needAgain this comes back to getting in touch directly with relevant journalists and asking them for feedback Most media outlets have topic-related journalists If your news is in response to crime donrsquot contact the journalist responsible for the sports column They say a picture is worth a thousand words so a good quality photograph to accompany your news story is also quite essential Donrsquot forget that most journalistsrsquo time is limited make their life easy by supplying what they need in an accessible way Copy should be sent in an email and not just as a PDF
W h e n i t c o m e s t o aud i ence s i ze ldquoI t s about relevance not numbersrdquo
Adam Baker Blottrcom
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4 Make use of the community newswireThe Community Newswire at the Media Trust sent out nearly 800 stories during January and February 2012 The service helps charities communities and citizen journalists get their stories into the national and regional media The best of the submitted press releases and photos are selected and written up by dedicated Press Association journalists and distributed to thousands of newsrooms across the UK Even if you havent got a specific news item keep an eye on the news to see if something your organisation is doing can be pegged to the current news agenda look out for angles that can be turned into a story
5 Donrsquot forget the power of social media and your own public relations and marketing communication systemsYour own website and social media channels are vital aspects of your communications mix These communication tools allow you to communicate your messages in the way you want them to be - without the spin Make sure your website is regularly updated with fresh new copy that has been well written and in a way that can be easily understood If this is an area that you need help with then there are lots of quality resources available on the Media Trust website
httpwwwmediatrustorg
For more information about this yearrsquos Hitting the Headlines conference and for other media related resources please check out these links
httpresourcesmediatrustorgeventshitting-the-headlineshttpwwwmediatrustorgnewswirehttpwwwbhforgukheart-healthlife-saving-skillshands-only-cpraspxhttpwwwblottrcomhttpwwwjournalismcoukhttpwwwgowernewscouk
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Food
20
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Thai Curry Puffs
21
Following two recent local produce events hosted by Gower Chillis I was inspired to commit this recipe to writing which was passed to me some years ago With chillis being a key ingredient to these parcels of delicious aromatic flavours I thought it appropriate to share this recipe now that Gower has its very own local chilli producer The recipe can be tailored to be hot and fiery or mild and creamy - it all depends on the amount and type of chillis you choose to use balanced alongside varying amounts of curry power and coconut milk to suit your taste
The following recipe is reasonably spicy - though not too fiery and hot
Ingredients
Makes approximately 30 small curry puff parcels
2 chicken breasts1 carrot1 potato
1 stick of celery1 red and 1 green chilli
5 garlic cloves1rdquo piece of ginger
1 onion12 teaspoon of mustard seeds
2 cardamon pods2 cloves
1 small cup of peas1 chicken stock cube
12 teaspoon of curry powder200ml of coconut milk
handful of fresh coriandera few splashes of tabasco sauce
salt and pepper to taste 2 x 500g packs of ready to roll puff pastry
1 tablespoon of sunflower oil and2 whisked eggs (with a little salt) for glazing
Gower Chillis
Gower Chillis sauces can be purchased from the Bay Bistro Shop in Rhossili and the Gower Wildflower Centre at BlackhillsFairwood Products also available direct via
wwwgowerchilliscomor by calling Andrew on 07854 319768 (mobile rates apply) The Gower Chillis Green Label sauce has a Thai feel to it as itrsquos flavoured with garlic lime and coriander ldquoThis sauce would be particularly good with Thai Curryrdquo said Andrew Brooks of Gower Chillis Facebook Gower Ch i l l i s Twitter AndrewBr00ks
Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
23
Equipment and Method
a large wok or non-stick pana small pan for parboiling vegetables
a round 3rdquo diameter pastry cutteran egg-wash brush anda non-stick baking tray
Curry Puff Filling
1 Dice the carrot and potato into small square pieces place in a pan of cold water (slightly salted) and parboil the vegetable pieces until tender (this will take around 3 minutes from when the water boils)
2 Meanwhile heat the vegetable oil in the wok adding the mustard seeds cardamon pods and cloves until the seeds start popping At this point remove the spices from the heat
3 Drain the parboiled vegetables and set aside4 Chop the onion into small pieces place the wok back onto a medium
heat add the onion pieces and gently fry (do not let the onion brown)5 Add to the wok finely chopped garlic and ginger gently frying for a
minute6 Dice the chicken into small pieces and add to the wok stirring the
mixture gently until the chicken is sealed7 Put on food preparation gloves (optional) and finely chop one red and
green chilli (removing the seeds for a less fiery mixture)8 Add the chopped chillis along with one finely chopped stick of celery9 Add to the mixture the chicken stock cube and mix gently10 Now add the parboiled vegetables and peas to the mixture11 Sprinkle over a level teaspoon of curry powder12 Add a few dashes of tabasco sauce13 Pour around 200ml of coconut milk into the mixture (adding a little
more or less to create a wet but not too runny mixture)14 Allow the mixture to simmer until the chicken is cooked through and
the mixture is pipping hot15 Add salt and pepper to taste then finally16 Add chopped coriander stir gently and set mixture aside to cool
Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
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Curry Puff Parcels
The easiest way to make these delicious fragrant curry parcels is to use shop bought ready made puff pastry (be sure to remove the pastry from the fridge about 20 minutes before rolling it)
1 Sprinkle some plain flour onto a clean work surface2 Roll out the pastry with a floured rolling pin until the pastry is about
3mm thick3 Using a round pastry cutter cut out as many pieces as possible Recycle
the off-cuts of pastry by re-rolling and cutting out extra pieces4 Once cut slightly roll each pastry piece until a little thinner5 Spoon approximately a teaspoon of mixture placing it in the centre of
a piece of pastry6 Brush some egg-wash around the edges of the pastry then add another
piece of pastry on top Slightly press down the edges of the parcel to seal
7 Using the pastry cutter place the cutter over the parcel to trim the edges of the parcel You should be left with a neat round pastry parcel filled with your curry mixture
8 Repeat the process until you have used up all your pastrymixture9 Place your parcels on a greased baking tray10Wash the top of each parcel with egg-wash then finally11Place the parcels on the baking tray into a pre-heated oven (190degC
375degFGM5) and cook for around 20-25 minutes (the parcels should look brown and puffy)
Curry puffs can be served hot or cold Cooled curry puffs can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 24 hours
Enjoy
copy2012 Words and images by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower NewsRecipe adapted from a concept by Nelly Wilson Aldershot
During the late 18th and 19th centuries the remote Gower coastline was a l u c r a t i v e h a v e n f o r smugglers
Beneath the cliffs at Port Eynon a cave called Culver Hole is set between two rock faces and has a masonry wall and a staircase leading up four floors
Culver Hole is believed to have links with the legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in h a n d y f o r s t o w i n g a w a y contraband
Va r i o u s s mu g g l i n g g a n g s operated under the very noses of the establishment making the job o f t h e c u s t o m s o f f i c i a l s particularly difficult Farms at Great and Little Highway occupied by William Hawkin Arthur the self-styled smuggling k ing were the cen t re o f o p e r a t i o n s S e e m i n g l y invincible it was customs officer Francis Bevan an ancestor of both Silvanus and Anne who in 1804 seized some 420 casks of spirits from a concealed cellar in both farmhouses causing the collapse of this particular gangrsquos operations
Frances Bevan was formerly a history correspondent on the Swindon Advertiser she has written extensively on people places and events in the history of Swindon
Frances has a number of blogs of which lsquoDear Georgersquo is one
The lsquoDear Georgersquo blog tells the real-life story of 15-year-old George Bevan who left home to begin an apprenticeship in his unclersquos ironmongerrsquos shop in Llandudno the blog focuses on subsequent correspondence between the boy and his family in Gower that was to run for over 50 years
If you would like to read more about the Bevan family from Gower visit
georgebevanblogspotcouk
copy 2012 Unless otherwise stated text and images courtesy of Frances Bevan - lsquoDear Georgersquo
History
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Shipwrecks and Smuggling
By Frances Bevan
This incident illustrates just how dangerous the work of customs officers could be as Francis had to contend with a mob of more than 200 people as he endeavoured to get the casks into safe keeping Guarding the haul in transit proved equally difficult and by the time the consignment reached Swansea it was found to be 17 casks short In a subsequent report Francis explained how he had given up some of the casks to secure the safe transference of the bulk of the shipment
Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851
Culver Hole Early 20th centuryPhotographer unknown - copy Dear George
Culver Hole As seen today copy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
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Culver Hole is believed to have links with the
legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in handy for stowing away contraband
ldquo
rdquo
Letters from the Bevan family in Overton to apprentice ironmonger George in Llandudno contain frequent references to relatives and neighbours gone to sea and sometimes lost at sea
From the first publication of The Cambrian newspaper in 1804 until the end of the 20th century there were 250 reported shipwrecks along the Gower coastline
In a letter to George dated January 23 1879 Anne writes ndash ldquoLast Monday night a Norweggian Barque came on Shore under Slade Cliff Laden with Indian Corn Maize All the Crew are saved amp are at Porteynon The men round here have got work getting out the Cargo Frank has been up seeing the wreck this afternoonrdquo
In a community dominated by events at sea Annersquos letter to George dated March 10 1879 makes reference to events surrounding one particular shipwreck
On the evening of Tuesday February 11 1879 the Mary Stenhouse a Liverpool ship carrying 350 tons of pig iron ran aground at Rhossilli The ship launched a boat conveying nine members of the twenty strong crew including the masterrsquos wife Mrs Hedgecock but it capsized before reaching the shore and all ten people on board were drowned The remaining crew members were safely rescued Lloyds Agent George Gibbs Annersquos cousin sent the tug Hero to go to the aid of the stricken vessel which was later towed to Swansea
ldquoMrs George Gibbs of Porteynon is gone to Liverpool today about the Salvage of the Mary Stenhouse If you see an account of the Trial in any newspaper send it for your Father to read there is great talk about it hererdquo Anne writes to her son
But for some of the local men there was work to be had from salvaging the ships that ran aground on the Gower coast In January 1881 Sill writes to his brother George about the coal carrying Cresswell that was wrecked to the west of Sladersquos foot
History
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ldquoThe wreck has been bought by the firm lsquoBevan amp Corsquo comprising C amp S Bevan J Steven Overton J Stephen Porteynon J Hughes for pound50 We are therefore very busy every day wrecking amp expect to clear a little dust by our bargaininghelliprdquo
The Australian barque was a complete wreck with the accident attributed to errors made by the master and the mate The stipendiary magistrate and nautical assessors suspended the masterrsquos certificate for three months and the matersquos for six at a Board of Trade inquiry held at the Guildhall Swansea
The Horton and Port Eynon RNLI Lifeboat Station at as seen todaycopy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
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ldquoThe schooner Emma of Plymouth going from Newport to the South of Cornwall with coal put in on Oxwich Sand today having carried away her main sail amp other sails she would not steer They expect to save the ship by discharging her so we are expecting coal cheaprdquo Sill continued in the same letter
Following the wreck of the Agnes Jack on January 27 1883 and just ten days later the Surprise lost with all hands under Overton cliffs a lifeboat station at Port Eynon was opened in 1884
But the dangerous location of this station saw it closed in 1919 following the loss of the lifeboat Janet in 1916 when it went to the aid of the SS Dunvegan Three members of the crew lost their lives that night Coxswain Billy Gibbs William Eynon second coxswain and lifeboatman George Harry are remembered on a memorial looking out to sea in the churchyard at St Cattwgrsquos Port Eynon
Read more about casualties along the dangerous Gower coastline on httpwwwshipwrecks-walescouk
History
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Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851rdquo
ldquo
Lifeboatmen and Sailor Memorial St Cattwgs Church Port Eynon Gowercopy Photograph - Gower News
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The Author Ann Thomas
BiographyWriting poetry and making up stories since she was a child Ann only started to write seriously when her children were grown Her main ambition is to write science fiction but along the way she got distracted by local history and poetry about her stroke Taking early retirement gave her the chance to concentrate on her writing
Book Launch
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Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
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The book uses the life of Alina de Breos to tell the story of the barons rebellion which started in the Lordship of Gower in 1320 and eventually led to the toppling of Edward II from the English throne Alina ended up with her son in the Tower of London her husband executed and all her estates confiscated When Edward II was deposed the Lordship of Gower was returned to her in an act of mercy by Edward III and legend has it that she built the chapel on Oystermouth Castle
Talking about her new book Ann said ldquoOne day I was standing in Swansea town centre opposite the ruins of Swansea Castle and I wondered what the castle and the town were like in the castlersquos heyday I searched the internet and went to the library and found a remarkable story that captured my imagination Three years later and lots more research and writing and there is a bookrdquo
Annrsquos Book lsquoAlinarsquo The White Lady of Oystermouth is now available at the following outlets in Swansea and Gower
Swansea Museum National Waterfront Museum Swansea City Centre Tourist Information Centre Uplands Bookshop Mumbles Tourist Information Centre Cover to Cover Bookshop Shepherds at Parkmill Gower Heritage Centre Gower Kite and Surf Centre Pitton Cross Caravan Park
Rhossili Reynoldston Post Office Crofty Post Office
E-book available on Smashwordshttpwwwsmashwordscombooksview145799
Oystermouth Castle is scheduled to re-open on 16th June 2012 Annrsquos new book will be on sale in the Visitors Centre in Alinarsquos Chapel
Local Personality
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Nick ldquoEXTREME SUNBATHINGrdquo in New Zealand
Name Nick Rees - REESY by nickname
Age 23
Job Events amp Marketing Associate within the surf industry
Education I went to Bishopston Comprehensive and later graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 21 in Sports Management
I grew up in Mumbles and have always taken advantage of the coastal lifestyle wersquore
so lucky to have on our doorstep
Picture G-Land Indonesia
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk35
TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
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REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
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REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk37
My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
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caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
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mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
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oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing Tourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
General Enquiries amp AdvertisingContact John HughesPhone 01792 299 612
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MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
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caswell bay
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oxwich bay
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langland bay
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Best wind NE TO SW
swansea bay
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Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
mumbles head
Break rating
Easy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
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Surfing
Windsurfing
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heart of Swansearsquos
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
limeslade
caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon
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To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
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oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
KitesurfingTourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
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BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
wwwwalkingthegowercouk
Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
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Weather
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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Ian Ambrose
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Gower News
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All Change Local Bus Services AmendedLocal bus operator First Cymru has made a number of changes to its local network - effective from 15 April 2012 Some journeys on Sunday evenings in Swansea ndash with the exception of those on Service 82A ndash are being removed from the timetables Talking about the alterations Kevin Hart General Manager for First in South and West Wales says While we always regret the need to withdrawn any journeys we have had to do this in some places in order to balance the books Put simply in some cases the costs of operating some journeys far outweighs the amount we take in fares on the buses themselves This situation cannot be sustained in the long run so we have reviewed the network and have removed from the timetables those journeys that are no longer commercially viable We would advise customers to look at the new timetables to see how the changes being made may impact on themrdquo
Your Views Local Development Plan (LDP)The City and County of Swansea is formulating other planning policy documents alongside the LDP which will both inform the preparation of this Plan and provide Supplementary Planning Guidance (SPG) to the adopted Swansea Unitary Development Plan (UDP) A public consultation exercise on the lsquoPlanning For Community Safety Supplementary Planning Guidancersquo draft document will end at 430pm on 1st June 2012 Representations can be made via the planning e-c o n s u l t a t i o n s y s t e m a t h t t p s w a n s e a j d i - c o n s u l t n e t planningconsultations sent to ldpswanseagovuk or by post to the following address Planning Policy Team City and County of Swansea Council Room 262 Civic Centre Oystermouth Road Swansea SA1 3SN
Learn Emergency Life Support Call Betty on 01792 232 955Betty Jenkins is a local HeartStart Coordinator and would like to hear from local groups wishing to undergo emergency life support training
LOCAL NEWS
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Hear to MeetAction on Hearing Loss Cymru are launching a new Hear to Meet social gathering for adults in the Gower who wear hearing aids or are experiencing hearing loss
Hear to Meet will launch at Willow Court Clyne Common on 19th June this year From 11am there will be an information talk and chance to get your hearing screened for free From 1pm there is a chance for adults over 50 years with hearing loss to get together and meet over tea and cake There will be a quiz and a chance to plan activities that they would like to do together at future Hear to Meet events All are welcome
Hearing loss affects 4 out of 10 people over 50 years old and as many as 7 out of 10 people over 70 years Hearing loss can be very isolating as talking to friends and family becomes harder to hear and requires more effort This can often lead to withdrawal from social situations and an increasingly lonely lifestyle Some people can go for days without talking to anyone
Hear to Meet provides a friendly and welcoming opportunity to meet new people share experiences about hearing loss and enjoy taking part in hobbies and activities such as books films or crafts It will tackle the loneliness often felt by adults experiencing hearing loss If you are interested in attending or know someone who might be please get in touch
Could you make a real difference to someone with a hearing loss Hear to Meet urgently requires volunteers to host Hear to Meet events organise refreshments and join guests in conversation and activities Full training will be provided and expenses reimbursed If you are interested please get in touch with Becky on 02920 333 378 or email beckyoatleyhearinglossorguk
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Pontarddulais Produce and Craft MarketSecond Wednesday of every month between 930am - 1230pm
The Institute 45 St Teilo Street Pontarddulais 885890
Mumbles Produce and Craft MarketSecond Saturday of every month between 900am - 100pm
The Dairy Car Park Oystermouth Square Mumbles 361012
Gorseinon Canolfan Food and Craft FayreSecond Saturday of every month between 930am - 100pm
Canolfan Centre Millers Drive Gorseinon 893266
Pennard Produce and Craft MarketSecond Sunday of every month between 930am - 1230pm
Pennard Community Centre Pennard 448399
Penclawdd Produce and Craft MarketThird Saturday of every month between 930am - 1230pm
Community Centre Banc Bach Penclawdd 850147
Clydach Produce and Craft MarketLast Saturday of each month between 1000am - 130pm
Moose Hall Beryl Road Clydach 07707 787791
Local Produce
Gorseinon Food FestivalSaturday 28th April 2012 10am - 5pm
Canolfan Gorseinon Centre Millers Drive SA4 4QN
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amp Craft Markets
GORSEINON CRAFT FESTIVAL
SUNDAY 29th APRIL 2012
10AM - 4PM
Gower Crafts and Artisans in the Marquee Invite You to a Fun Sunday
JEWELLERY TEXTILES WOOL PRODUCTS FUSED GLASS CARDS WOODEN FURNITURE AND BOXES
CERAMICS SLATE and DRIFTWOOD PIECES
Join the workshops for children and create some
OLYMPIC ART with Sara Holden of ldquoSculptures by the Seardquo
Create Olympic Medals Bronze Silver or Gold andor Snazzy Olympic Spectacles from willow cane and other
materials ready for the greatest sporting event in the world Olympics 2012
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Eighth Gower Walking Festival 9-24 June 2012
Centred on Britainrsquos first AONB the Gower Walking Festival is a great opportunity to see the wonderful scenery and abundant wildlife of the Gower peninsula and surrounds
This year there are 73 guided walks and activities for experienced walkers to leisurely strollers
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2012-04-28 Gorseinon Food Festival Saturday 28th April 2012
2012-04-29 Gorseinon Craft Festival Sunday 29th April 2012
2012-05-05 BoardwalkFence Repairs with The National Trust Gower
2012-05-05 Forest School SNPT Family Fun Day
2012-05-06 Dawn Chorus Walk Cwm Ivy with The National Trust Gower
2012-05-06 Loughor Inshore Rescue Family Fun Day
2012-05-12 Coeden Fach Tree Nursery Open Day - 12th May 2012
2012-05-12 Big Beach Clean Up 12th May 2012 Knab Rock Mumbles Swansea
2012-05-12 Cheese and Cider Weekend at The Gower Heritage Centre Swansea
2012-05-17 Fathers Day Lunch at Willow Court at Campion Gardens Retirement
Village
2012-05-18 Tea Dance at Willow Court at Campion Gardens Retirement Village
2012-05-19 Dawn Chorus Walk amp Simple Breakfast St Madoc Centre Gower
2012-05-19 Nearly New Sale in aid of Wales Air Ambulance
2012-06-02 Bracken Clearance at Cwm Ivy Tor with The National Trust Gower
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E i g h t h G o w e r Walking Festival 9-24 June 2012
Centred on Britainrsquos first AONB the Gower Walking Festival is a great opportunity to see the wonder fu l scenery and abundant wildlife of the Gower p e n i n s u l a a n d surrounds
This year there are 73 gu ided wa lk s and a c t i v i t i e s f o r experienced walkers to leisurely strollers
Organised by Loughor Inshore Rescue
In an Emergency Dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard
Loughor Inshore Rescue are proud to Present
Family Fun-day 2012
Sunday 6th May 12-7pm
Registered charity No 1024113
Come and join us on our 2ndAnnual Family Fun Day come
down and meet the Crew and enjoy an afternoon of relaxation by the River Fully licenced bar and BBQ and free
parking at INA Bearings Stalls and attractions for all the Family
In Attendance South Wales Police-Mid amp West Wales Fire Brigadendash Welsh
Ambulancendash Mobile Coastguard Mud Rescue Unit Helicopters are subject to availability
FREE ENTRY
At
The Lifeboat Station Gwydr Place Loughor SA4 6TW
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Tell us about your Gower and Swansea Bay eventsEmail your event details to editorialgowernewscouk
NEXT ISSUE 25TH MAY 2012
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Forest School SNPT
A free family fun day out
Saturday 5th May 2012 Open Day
Bishoprsquos Wood Nature Reserve Caswell Swansea
Call in anytime from 1100am to 300pm
Craft workshops
Games
Campfire
Den Building Environmental activities and more
For more information please see our website wwwforestschoolsnptorguk
Funded by the Rural Development Plan for those living in the RDP area
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MURTON MAY DAY EVENT
Murton May Day Event Murton Green Gower
1pm Monday 7th May 2012
Traditional maypole dancing refreshments ice creams candy floss inflatables stalls and much moreincluding the miniature garden and unusualcharacter fruit and veg competitions
Lots of fun for the whole familyhttpwwwgowerccorgukbishopstonbishopstonhomephp
A chance to meet Pennard First Responders volunteers from the local community who donate their spare time to attend appropriate 999 calls they provide first hand emergency care t o p e o p l e i n t h e i r o w n community until an ambulance vehicle reaches the scene All volunteers are trained by the Welsh Ambulance Service to administer basic first aid skills oxygen therapy cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the use of a defibrillator
Learn Emergency Life Support Watch the British Heart Foundationrsquos online video starring Vinnie Jones
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Pennard First Responders
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Editorial
16
Words by Ian Ambrose BA (Hons) Public Services FInstAM(Dip) MInstLM | Citizen JournalistEditor Gower News
Citizen journalism helping to shape news in the 21st centuryJournalism has changed and so has the way in which people hear about read see interact and consume news on a daily basis News reporting is no longer the sole remit of professional journalists working in traditional settings - you only have to look back to Libya and more recently Syria to see that in some situations globally citizens are getting their news noticed - particularly through the use of Twitter and YouTube - and are becoming the first to break news items ahead of traditional mainstream media outlets
Blottrcom - a user generated news service - is one website which is facilitating ways that allow citizens to generate news stories as they break traditional media outlets are also creating innovative ways to enable citizens to shape the news before it is lsquobroadcastrsquo According to Dan Roberts the Guardianrsquos national editor All media is blurring together in a new way Speaking at the lsquoHitting the Headlinesrsquo Media Trust Conference in London earlier this month week Dan explained about how the Guardian is experimenting with opennews as a way of allowing readers to shape the Guardianrsquos news coverage The Guardianrsquos Open Newslist allows citizens to interact with the Guardianrsquos editors and reporters about upcoming stories as they work on them - this allows the Guardian to consider other views that may not have come to light until after a news item has been published and made public
Relevance it would seem is more important than audience size Citizen journalism news service Blottrcom launched in August 2010 and currently generates around 3 million unique visitors a month Blottrcom believes lsquothe best news stories come from people at the scene who are able to capture and report on stories as they unfoldrsquo However some argue that sites such as Blottrcom cannot really compete with mainstream media But according to Blottrrsquos founder Adam Baker when it comes to audience size ldquoIts about relevance not numbersrdquo
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The issue of relevance is perhaps a particularly important point to remember especially for business and organisations looking to secure press coverage It seems the key to successful public relations communication is the relevance of news to a particular audience whether its the launch of a national integrated marketing campaign by a major not for profit organisation or the celebrity presentation of a cheque at a small charityrsquos annual summer fayre the relevance of the message to the target audience is the important point to remember
5 LESSONS FROM lsquoHITTING THE HEADLINESrsquo MEDIA TRUST SPRING CONFERENCE 2012
1 Develop a media communications strategy and commit it to writing It may be the last thing on your lsquoto do listrsquo but taking time to think about who your target audience is will be time well spent Once you have defined your target audience you need to think about the ways in which the media can best help you communicate your messages Caroline Vogt from Aegis Media suggests that if you can tap into an emotion (eg peoplersquos passions what people enjoy or something that creates a sense of community) then its much more powerful How consumers absorb media and advertising has also changed models of persuading people to like or buy a product or service are becoming old-school - the new model of marketing is about tapping into peoplersquos passions by communicating to them the real emotional benefits of buying or liking your product or service
Photo Sue Llewellyn Gavin Sheppard Janet Street Porter and
Adam Baker discuss the Future of News at the Hitting the Headlines
Conference in London
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2 Generic press releases are unlikely to have much impactRather than spending valuable time writing and sending out generic press releases first consider the types of media outlets that best apply to your target audience As a hyper-local media outlet Gower News is bombarded by press releases on a daily basis - many simply do not get used because they are considered largely irrelevant to Gower News readers When you are ready to communicate a piece of news to a news outlet first pick up the phone and speak directly to a journalist within your chosen media outlet about your news By having a conversation with a journalist within the media outlet that best matches your target audience you are much more likely to find out what exactly the media outlet would like to hear about and when Armed with this information you can shape your press release accordingly and are therefore much more likely to have your news item used by the media outlet you are targeting with your news story
3 If talking to mainstream media supply what they needAgain this comes back to getting in touch directly with relevant journalists and asking them for feedback Most media outlets have topic-related journalists If your news is in response to crime donrsquot contact the journalist responsible for the sports column They say a picture is worth a thousand words so a good quality photograph to accompany your news story is also quite essential Donrsquot forget that most journalistsrsquo time is limited make their life easy by supplying what they need in an accessible way Copy should be sent in an email and not just as a PDF
W h e n i t c o m e s t o aud i ence s i ze ldquoI t s about relevance not numbersrdquo
Adam Baker Blottrcom
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4 Make use of the community newswireThe Community Newswire at the Media Trust sent out nearly 800 stories during January and February 2012 The service helps charities communities and citizen journalists get their stories into the national and regional media The best of the submitted press releases and photos are selected and written up by dedicated Press Association journalists and distributed to thousands of newsrooms across the UK Even if you havent got a specific news item keep an eye on the news to see if something your organisation is doing can be pegged to the current news agenda look out for angles that can be turned into a story
5 Donrsquot forget the power of social media and your own public relations and marketing communication systemsYour own website and social media channels are vital aspects of your communications mix These communication tools allow you to communicate your messages in the way you want them to be - without the spin Make sure your website is regularly updated with fresh new copy that has been well written and in a way that can be easily understood If this is an area that you need help with then there are lots of quality resources available on the Media Trust website
httpwwwmediatrustorg
For more information about this yearrsquos Hitting the Headlines conference and for other media related resources please check out these links
httpresourcesmediatrustorgeventshitting-the-headlineshttpwwwmediatrustorgnewswirehttpwwwbhforgukheart-healthlife-saving-skillshands-only-cpraspxhttpwwwblottrcomhttpwwwjournalismcoukhttpwwwgowernewscouk
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Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
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Following two recent local produce events hosted by Gower Chillis I was inspired to commit this recipe to writing which was passed to me some years ago With chillis being a key ingredient to these parcels of delicious aromatic flavours I thought it appropriate to share this recipe now that Gower has its very own local chilli producer The recipe can be tailored to be hot and fiery or mild and creamy - it all depends on the amount and type of chillis you choose to use balanced alongside varying amounts of curry power and coconut milk to suit your taste
The following recipe is reasonably spicy - though not too fiery and hot
Ingredients
Makes approximately 30 small curry puff parcels
2 chicken breasts1 carrot1 potato
1 stick of celery1 red and 1 green chilli
5 garlic cloves1rdquo piece of ginger
1 onion12 teaspoon of mustard seeds
2 cardamon pods2 cloves
1 small cup of peas1 chicken stock cube
12 teaspoon of curry powder200ml of coconut milk
handful of fresh coriandera few splashes of tabasco sauce
salt and pepper to taste 2 x 500g packs of ready to roll puff pastry
1 tablespoon of sunflower oil and2 whisked eggs (with a little salt) for glazing
Gower Chillis
Gower Chillis sauces can be purchased from the Bay Bistro Shop in Rhossili and the Gower Wildflower Centre at BlackhillsFairwood Products also available direct via
wwwgowerchilliscomor by calling Andrew on 07854 319768 (mobile rates apply) The Gower Chillis Green Label sauce has a Thai feel to it as itrsquos flavoured with garlic lime and coriander ldquoThis sauce would be particularly good with Thai Curryrdquo said Andrew Brooks of Gower Chillis Facebook Gower Ch i l l i s Twitter AndrewBr00ks
Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
23
Equipment and Method
a large wok or non-stick pana small pan for parboiling vegetables
a round 3rdquo diameter pastry cutteran egg-wash brush anda non-stick baking tray
Curry Puff Filling
1 Dice the carrot and potato into small square pieces place in a pan of cold water (slightly salted) and parboil the vegetable pieces until tender (this will take around 3 minutes from when the water boils)
2 Meanwhile heat the vegetable oil in the wok adding the mustard seeds cardamon pods and cloves until the seeds start popping At this point remove the spices from the heat
3 Drain the parboiled vegetables and set aside4 Chop the onion into small pieces place the wok back onto a medium
heat add the onion pieces and gently fry (do not let the onion brown)5 Add to the wok finely chopped garlic and ginger gently frying for a
minute6 Dice the chicken into small pieces and add to the wok stirring the
mixture gently until the chicken is sealed7 Put on food preparation gloves (optional) and finely chop one red and
green chilli (removing the seeds for a less fiery mixture)8 Add the chopped chillis along with one finely chopped stick of celery9 Add to the mixture the chicken stock cube and mix gently10 Now add the parboiled vegetables and peas to the mixture11 Sprinkle over a level teaspoon of curry powder12 Add a few dashes of tabasco sauce13 Pour around 200ml of coconut milk into the mixture (adding a little
more or less to create a wet but not too runny mixture)14 Allow the mixture to simmer until the chicken is cooked through and
the mixture is pipping hot15 Add salt and pepper to taste then finally16 Add chopped coriander stir gently and set mixture aside to cool
Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
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Curry Puff Parcels
The easiest way to make these delicious fragrant curry parcels is to use shop bought ready made puff pastry (be sure to remove the pastry from the fridge about 20 minutes before rolling it)
1 Sprinkle some plain flour onto a clean work surface2 Roll out the pastry with a floured rolling pin until the pastry is about
3mm thick3 Using a round pastry cutter cut out as many pieces as possible Recycle
the off-cuts of pastry by re-rolling and cutting out extra pieces4 Once cut slightly roll each pastry piece until a little thinner5 Spoon approximately a teaspoon of mixture placing it in the centre of
a piece of pastry6 Brush some egg-wash around the edges of the pastry then add another
piece of pastry on top Slightly press down the edges of the parcel to seal
7 Using the pastry cutter place the cutter over the parcel to trim the edges of the parcel You should be left with a neat round pastry parcel filled with your curry mixture
8 Repeat the process until you have used up all your pastrymixture9 Place your parcels on a greased baking tray10Wash the top of each parcel with egg-wash then finally11Place the parcels on the baking tray into a pre-heated oven (190degC
375degFGM5) and cook for around 20-25 minutes (the parcels should look brown and puffy)
Curry puffs can be served hot or cold Cooled curry puffs can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 24 hours
Enjoy
copy2012 Words and images by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower NewsRecipe adapted from a concept by Nelly Wilson Aldershot
During the late 18th and 19th centuries the remote Gower coastline was a l u c r a t i v e h a v e n f o r smugglers
Beneath the cliffs at Port Eynon a cave called Culver Hole is set between two rock faces and has a masonry wall and a staircase leading up four floors
Culver Hole is believed to have links with the legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in h a n d y f o r s t o w i n g a w a y contraband
Va r i o u s s mu g g l i n g g a n g s operated under the very noses of the establishment making the job o f t h e c u s t o m s o f f i c i a l s particularly difficult Farms at Great and Little Highway occupied by William Hawkin Arthur the self-styled smuggling k ing were the cen t re o f o p e r a t i o n s S e e m i n g l y invincible it was customs officer Francis Bevan an ancestor of both Silvanus and Anne who in 1804 seized some 420 casks of spirits from a concealed cellar in both farmhouses causing the collapse of this particular gangrsquos operations
Frances Bevan was formerly a history correspondent on the Swindon Advertiser she has written extensively on people places and events in the history of Swindon
Frances has a number of blogs of which lsquoDear Georgersquo is one
The lsquoDear Georgersquo blog tells the real-life story of 15-year-old George Bevan who left home to begin an apprenticeship in his unclersquos ironmongerrsquos shop in Llandudno the blog focuses on subsequent correspondence between the boy and his family in Gower that was to run for over 50 years
If you would like to read more about the Bevan family from Gower visit
georgebevanblogspotcouk
copy 2012 Unless otherwise stated text and images courtesy of Frances Bevan - lsquoDear Georgersquo
History
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Shipwrecks and Smuggling
By Frances Bevan
This incident illustrates just how dangerous the work of customs officers could be as Francis had to contend with a mob of more than 200 people as he endeavoured to get the casks into safe keeping Guarding the haul in transit proved equally difficult and by the time the consignment reached Swansea it was found to be 17 casks short In a subsequent report Francis explained how he had given up some of the casks to secure the safe transference of the bulk of the shipment
Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851
Culver Hole Early 20th centuryPhotographer unknown - copy Dear George
Culver Hole As seen today copy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
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Culver Hole is believed to have links with the
legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in handy for stowing away contraband
ldquo
rdquo
Letters from the Bevan family in Overton to apprentice ironmonger George in Llandudno contain frequent references to relatives and neighbours gone to sea and sometimes lost at sea
From the first publication of The Cambrian newspaper in 1804 until the end of the 20th century there were 250 reported shipwrecks along the Gower coastline
In a letter to George dated January 23 1879 Anne writes ndash ldquoLast Monday night a Norweggian Barque came on Shore under Slade Cliff Laden with Indian Corn Maize All the Crew are saved amp are at Porteynon The men round here have got work getting out the Cargo Frank has been up seeing the wreck this afternoonrdquo
In a community dominated by events at sea Annersquos letter to George dated March 10 1879 makes reference to events surrounding one particular shipwreck
On the evening of Tuesday February 11 1879 the Mary Stenhouse a Liverpool ship carrying 350 tons of pig iron ran aground at Rhossilli The ship launched a boat conveying nine members of the twenty strong crew including the masterrsquos wife Mrs Hedgecock but it capsized before reaching the shore and all ten people on board were drowned The remaining crew members were safely rescued Lloyds Agent George Gibbs Annersquos cousin sent the tug Hero to go to the aid of the stricken vessel which was later towed to Swansea
ldquoMrs George Gibbs of Porteynon is gone to Liverpool today about the Salvage of the Mary Stenhouse If you see an account of the Trial in any newspaper send it for your Father to read there is great talk about it hererdquo Anne writes to her son
But for some of the local men there was work to be had from salvaging the ships that ran aground on the Gower coast In January 1881 Sill writes to his brother George about the coal carrying Cresswell that was wrecked to the west of Sladersquos foot
History
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ldquoThe wreck has been bought by the firm lsquoBevan amp Corsquo comprising C amp S Bevan J Steven Overton J Stephen Porteynon J Hughes for pound50 We are therefore very busy every day wrecking amp expect to clear a little dust by our bargaininghelliprdquo
The Australian barque was a complete wreck with the accident attributed to errors made by the master and the mate The stipendiary magistrate and nautical assessors suspended the masterrsquos certificate for three months and the matersquos for six at a Board of Trade inquiry held at the Guildhall Swansea
The Horton and Port Eynon RNLI Lifeboat Station at as seen todaycopy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
wwwgowernewscouk29
ldquoThe schooner Emma of Plymouth going from Newport to the South of Cornwall with coal put in on Oxwich Sand today having carried away her main sail amp other sails she would not steer They expect to save the ship by discharging her so we are expecting coal cheaprdquo Sill continued in the same letter
Following the wreck of the Agnes Jack on January 27 1883 and just ten days later the Surprise lost with all hands under Overton cliffs a lifeboat station at Port Eynon was opened in 1884
But the dangerous location of this station saw it closed in 1919 following the loss of the lifeboat Janet in 1916 when it went to the aid of the SS Dunvegan Three members of the crew lost their lives that night Coxswain Billy Gibbs William Eynon second coxswain and lifeboatman George Harry are remembered on a memorial looking out to sea in the churchyard at St Cattwgrsquos Port Eynon
Read more about casualties along the dangerous Gower coastline on httpwwwshipwrecks-walescouk
History
wwwgowernewscouk30
Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851rdquo
ldquo
Lifeboatmen and Sailor Memorial St Cattwgs Church Port Eynon Gowercopy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
wwwgowernewscouk31
The Author Ann Thomas
BiographyWriting poetry and making up stories since she was a child Ann only started to write seriously when her children were grown Her main ambition is to write science fiction but along the way she got distracted by local history and poetry about her stroke Taking early retirement gave her the chance to concentrate on her writing
Book Launch
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Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
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The book uses the life of Alina de Breos to tell the story of the barons rebellion which started in the Lordship of Gower in 1320 and eventually led to the toppling of Edward II from the English throne Alina ended up with her son in the Tower of London her husband executed and all her estates confiscated When Edward II was deposed the Lordship of Gower was returned to her in an act of mercy by Edward III and legend has it that she built the chapel on Oystermouth Castle
Talking about her new book Ann said ldquoOne day I was standing in Swansea town centre opposite the ruins of Swansea Castle and I wondered what the castle and the town were like in the castlersquos heyday I searched the internet and went to the library and found a remarkable story that captured my imagination Three years later and lots more research and writing and there is a bookrdquo
Annrsquos Book lsquoAlinarsquo The White Lady of Oystermouth is now available at the following outlets in Swansea and Gower
Swansea Museum National Waterfront Museum Swansea City Centre Tourist Information Centre Uplands Bookshop Mumbles Tourist Information Centre Cover to Cover Bookshop Shepherds at Parkmill Gower Heritage Centre Gower Kite and Surf Centre Pitton Cross Caravan Park
Rhossili Reynoldston Post Office Crofty Post Office
E-book available on Smashwordshttpwwwsmashwordscombooksview145799
Oystermouth Castle is scheduled to re-open on 16th June 2012 Annrsquos new book will be on sale in the Visitors Centre in Alinarsquos Chapel
Local Personality
wwwgowernewscouk34
Nick ldquoEXTREME SUNBATHINGrdquo in New Zealand
Name Nick Rees - REESY by nickname
Age 23
Job Events amp Marketing Associate within the surf industry
Education I went to Bishopston Comprehensive and later graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 21 in Sports Management
I grew up in Mumbles and have always taken advantage of the coastal lifestyle wersquore
so lucky to have on our doorstep
Picture G-Land Indonesia
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk35
TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
wwwgowernewscouk36
REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
wwwreesyphotographycouk
REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk37
My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
limeslade
caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
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To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing Tourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
General Enquiries amp AdvertisingContact John HughesPhone 01792 299 612
E-mail enquirieswhatsonmagazinecouk
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A4118
A4118
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A483
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A4070
B4297
B4436
B4295
Llangennith
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Killay
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Three Crosses
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Best tide HighBest wind SE
broughton bay
Ideal swell W to SBottom Sand
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rhossili bay
Ideal swell W to SBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not highBest wind N
horton beachIdeal swell WSW
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Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell Big WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 4rsquo1rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide HighBest wind NW
oxwich bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Swansea TouristInformation CentrePlymouth StreetSwansea SA1 3QG01792 468321
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE TO SW
swansea bay
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
mumbles head
Break rating
Easy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing
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heart of Swansearsquos
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
limeslade
caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
2012 high water1120------00330154031104090455053606130650072708060846092710131105------00420203032504320526061306550735081208480921095410271108
morning afternoon1071m------994m988m1018m1065m1114m1154m1183m1204m1217m1222m1217m1202m1173m1132m------1054m1047m1080m1134m1186m1224m1245m1250m1241m1219m1185m1141m1091m1037m
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For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
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To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
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oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
KitesurfingTourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
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Danger ndash experienced surfers only
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
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BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
wwwwalkingthegowercouk
Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
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Weather
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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All Change Local Bus Services AmendedLocal bus operator First Cymru has made a number of changes to its local network - effective from 15 April 2012 Some journeys on Sunday evenings in Swansea ndash with the exception of those on Service 82A ndash are being removed from the timetables Talking about the alterations Kevin Hart General Manager for First in South and West Wales says While we always regret the need to withdrawn any journeys we have had to do this in some places in order to balance the books Put simply in some cases the costs of operating some journeys far outweighs the amount we take in fares on the buses themselves This situation cannot be sustained in the long run so we have reviewed the network and have removed from the timetables those journeys that are no longer commercially viable We would advise customers to look at the new timetables to see how the changes being made may impact on themrdquo
Your Views Local Development Plan (LDP)The City and County of Swansea is formulating other planning policy documents alongside the LDP which will both inform the preparation of this Plan and provide Supplementary Planning Guidance (SPG) to the adopted Swansea Unitary Development Plan (UDP) A public consultation exercise on the lsquoPlanning For Community Safety Supplementary Planning Guidancersquo draft document will end at 430pm on 1st June 2012 Representations can be made via the planning e-c o n s u l t a t i o n s y s t e m a t h t t p s w a n s e a j d i - c o n s u l t n e t planningconsultations sent to ldpswanseagovuk or by post to the following address Planning Policy Team City and County of Swansea Council Room 262 Civic Centre Oystermouth Road Swansea SA1 3SN
Learn Emergency Life Support Call Betty on 01792 232 955Betty Jenkins is a local HeartStart Coordinator and would like to hear from local groups wishing to undergo emergency life support training
LOCAL NEWS
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Hear to MeetAction on Hearing Loss Cymru are launching a new Hear to Meet social gathering for adults in the Gower who wear hearing aids or are experiencing hearing loss
Hear to Meet will launch at Willow Court Clyne Common on 19th June this year From 11am there will be an information talk and chance to get your hearing screened for free From 1pm there is a chance for adults over 50 years with hearing loss to get together and meet over tea and cake There will be a quiz and a chance to plan activities that they would like to do together at future Hear to Meet events All are welcome
Hearing loss affects 4 out of 10 people over 50 years old and as many as 7 out of 10 people over 70 years Hearing loss can be very isolating as talking to friends and family becomes harder to hear and requires more effort This can often lead to withdrawal from social situations and an increasingly lonely lifestyle Some people can go for days without talking to anyone
Hear to Meet provides a friendly and welcoming opportunity to meet new people share experiences about hearing loss and enjoy taking part in hobbies and activities such as books films or crafts It will tackle the loneliness often felt by adults experiencing hearing loss If you are interested in attending or know someone who might be please get in touch
Could you make a real difference to someone with a hearing loss Hear to Meet urgently requires volunteers to host Hear to Meet events organise refreshments and join guests in conversation and activities Full training will be provided and expenses reimbursed If you are interested please get in touch with Becky on 02920 333 378 or email beckyoatleyhearinglossorguk
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Pontarddulais Produce and Craft MarketSecond Wednesday of every month between 930am - 1230pm
The Institute 45 St Teilo Street Pontarddulais 885890
Mumbles Produce and Craft MarketSecond Saturday of every month between 900am - 100pm
The Dairy Car Park Oystermouth Square Mumbles 361012
Gorseinon Canolfan Food and Craft FayreSecond Saturday of every month between 930am - 100pm
Canolfan Centre Millers Drive Gorseinon 893266
Pennard Produce and Craft MarketSecond Sunday of every month between 930am - 1230pm
Pennard Community Centre Pennard 448399
Penclawdd Produce and Craft MarketThird Saturday of every month between 930am - 1230pm
Community Centre Banc Bach Penclawdd 850147
Clydach Produce and Craft MarketLast Saturday of each month between 1000am - 130pm
Moose Hall Beryl Road Clydach 07707 787791
Local Produce
Gorseinon Food FestivalSaturday 28th April 2012 10am - 5pm
Canolfan Gorseinon Centre Millers Drive SA4 4QN
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amp Craft Markets
GORSEINON CRAFT FESTIVAL
SUNDAY 29th APRIL 2012
10AM - 4PM
Gower Crafts and Artisans in the Marquee Invite You to a Fun Sunday
JEWELLERY TEXTILES WOOL PRODUCTS FUSED GLASS CARDS WOODEN FURNITURE AND BOXES
CERAMICS SLATE and DRIFTWOOD PIECES
Join the workshops for children and create some
OLYMPIC ART with Sara Holden of ldquoSculptures by the Seardquo
Create Olympic Medals Bronze Silver or Gold andor Snazzy Olympic Spectacles from willow cane and other
materials ready for the greatest sporting event in the world Olympics 2012
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Eighth Gower Walking Festival 9-24 June 2012
Centred on Britainrsquos first AONB the Gower Walking Festival is a great opportunity to see the wonderful scenery and abundant wildlife of the Gower peninsula and surrounds
This year there are 73 guided walks and activities for experienced walkers to leisurely strollers
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2012-04-28 Gorseinon Food Festival Saturday 28th April 2012
2012-04-29 Gorseinon Craft Festival Sunday 29th April 2012
2012-05-05 BoardwalkFence Repairs with The National Trust Gower
2012-05-05 Forest School SNPT Family Fun Day
2012-05-06 Dawn Chorus Walk Cwm Ivy with The National Trust Gower
2012-05-06 Loughor Inshore Rescue Family Fun Day
2012-05-12 Coeden Fach Tree Nursery Open Day - 12th May 2012
2012-05-12 Big Beach Clean Up 12th May 2012 Knab Rock Mumbles Swansea
2012-05-12 Cheese and Cider Weekend at The Gower Heritage Centre Swansea
2012-05-17 Fathers Day Lunch at Willow Court at Campion Gardens Retirement
Village
2012-05-18 Tea Dance at Willow Court at Campion Gardens Retirement Village
2012-05-19 Dawn Chorus Walk amp Simple Breakfast St Madoc Centre Gower
2012-05-19 Nearly New Sale in aid of Wales Air Ambulance
2012-06-02 Bracken Clearance at Cwm Ivy Tor with The National Trust Gower
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Gowerrsquos Hyper-Local News Event and Information Guide
Issue 1130th March 2012
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E i g h t h G o w e r Walking Festival 9-24 June 2012
Centred on Britainrsquos first AONB the Gower Walking Festival is a great opportunity to see the wonder fu l scenery and abundant wildlife of the Gower p e n i n s u l a a n d surrounds
This year there are 73 gu ided wa lk s and a c t i v i t i e s f o r experienced walkers to leisurely strollers
Organised by Loughor Inshore Rescue
In an Emergency Dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard
Loughor Inshore Rescue are proud to Present
Family Fun-day 2012
Sunday 6th May 12-7pm
Registered charity No 1024113
Come and join us on our 2ndAnnual Family Fun Day come
down and meet the Crew and enjoy an afternoon of relaxation by the River Fully licenced bar and BBQ and free
parking at INA Bearings Stalls and attractions for all the Family
In Attendance South Wales Police-Mid amp West Wales Fire Brigadendash Welsh
Ambulancendash Mobile Coastguard Mud Rescue Unit Helicopters are subject to availability
FREE ENTRY
At
The Lifeboat Station Gwydr Place Loughor SA4 6TW
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Tell us about your Gower and Swansea Bay eventsEmail your event details to editorialgowernewscouk
NEXT ISSUE 25TH MAY 2012
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Forest School SNPT
A free family fun day out
Saturday 5th May 2012 Open Day
Bishoprsquos Wood Nature Reserve Caswell Swansea
Call in anytime from 1100am to 300pm
Craft workshops
Games
Campfire
Den Building Environmental activities and more
For more information please see our website wwwforestschoolsnptorguk
Funded by the Rural Development Plan for those living in the RDP area
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MURTON MAY DAY EVENT
Murton May Day Event Murton Green Gower
1pm Monday 7th May 2012
Traditional maypole dancing refreshments ice creams candy floss inflatables stalls and much moreincluding the miniature garden and unusualcharacter fruit and veg competitions
Lots of fun for the whole familyhttpwwwgowerccorgukbishopstonbishopstonhomephp
A chance to meet Pennard First Responders volunteers from the local community who donate their spare time to attend appropriate 999 calls they provide first hand emergency care t o p e o p l e i n t h e i r o w n community until an ambulance vehicle reaches the scene All volunteers are trained by the Welsh Ambulance Service to administer basic first aid skills oxygen therapy cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the use of a defibrillator
Learn Emergency Life Support Watch the British Heart Foundationrsquos online video starring Vinnie Jones
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Pennard First Responders
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Editorial
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Words by Ian Ambrose BA (Hons) Public Services FInstAM(Dip) MInstLM | Citizen JournalistEditor Gower News
Citizen journalism helping to shape news in the 21st centuryJournalism has changed and so has the way in which people hear about read see interact and consume news on a daily basis News reporting is no longer the sole remit of professional journalists working in traditional settings - you only have to look back to Libya and more recently Syria to see that in some situations globally citizens are getting their news noticed - particularly through the use of Twitter and YouTube - and are becoming the first to break news items ahead of traditional mainstream media outlets
Blottrcom - a user generated news service - is one website which is facilitating ways that allow citizens to generate news stories as they break traditional media outlets are also creating innovative ways to enable citizens to shape the news before it is lsquobroadcastrsquo According to Dan Roberts the Guardianrsquos national editor All media is blurring together in a new way Speaking at the lsquoHitting the Headlinesrsquo Media Trust Conference in London earlier this month week Dan explained about how the Guardian is experimenting with opennews as a way of allowing readers to shape the Guardianrsquos news coverage The Guardianrsquos Open Newslist allows citizens to interact with the Guardianrsquos editors and reporters about upcoming stories as they work on them - this allows the Guardian to consider other views that may not have come to light until after a news item has been published and made public
Relevance it would seem is more important than audience size Citizen journalism news service Blottrcom launched in August 2010 and currently generates around 3 million unique visitors a month Blottrcom believes lsquothe best news stories come from people at the scene who are able to capture and report on stories as they unfoldrsquo However some argue that sites such as Blottrcom cannot really compete with mainstream media But according to Blottrrsquos founder Adam Baker when it comes to audience size ldquoIts about relevance not numbersrdquo
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The issue of relevance is perhaps a particularly important point to remember especially for business and organisations looking to secure press coverage It seems the key to successful public relations communication is the relevance of news to a particular audience whether its the launch of a national integrated marketing campaign by a major not for profit organisation or the celebrity presentation of a cheque at a small charityrsquos annual summer fayre the relevance of the message to the target audience is the important point to remember
5 LESSONS FROM lsquoHITTING THE HEADLINESrsquo MEDIA TRUST SPRING CONFERENCE 2012
1 Develop a media communications strategy and commit it to writing It may be the last thing on your lsquoto do listrsquo but taking time to think about who your target audience is will be time well spent Once you have defined your target audience you need to think about the ways in which the media can best help you communicate your messages Caroline Vogt from Aegis Media suggests that if you can tap into an emotion (eg peoplersquos passions what people enjoy or something that creates a sense of community) then its much more powerful How consumers absorb media and advertising has also changed models of persuading people to like or buy a product or service are becoming old-school - the new model of marketing is about tapping into peoplersquos passions by communicating to them the real emotional benefits of buying or liking your product or service
Photo Sue Llewellyn Gavin Sheppard Janet Street Porter and
Adam Baker discuss the Future of News at the Hitting the Headlines
Conference in London
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2 Generic press releases are unlikely to have much impactRather than spending valuable time writing and sending out generic press releases first consider the types of media outlets that best apply to your target audience As a hyper-local media outlet Gower News is bombarded by press releases on a daily basis - many simply do not get used because they are considered largely irrelevant to Gower News readers When you are ready to communicate a piece of news to a news outlet first pick up the phone and speak directly to a journalist within your chosen media outlet about your news By having a conversation with a journalist within the media outlet that best matches your target audience you are much more likely to find out what exactly the media outlet would like to hear about and when Armed with this information you can shape your press release accordingly and are therefore much more likely to have your news item used by the media outlet you are targeting with your news story
3 If talking to mainstream media supply what they needAgain this comes back to getting in touch directly with relevant journalists and asking them for feedback Most media outlets have topic-related journalists If your news is in response to crime donrsquot contact the journalist responsible for the sports column They say a picture is worth a thousand words so a good quality photograph to accompany your news story is also quite essential Donrsquot forget that most journalistsrsquo time is limited make their life easy by supplying what they need in an accessible way Copy should be sent in an email and not just as a PDF
W h e n i t c o m e s t o aud i ence s i ze ldquoI t s about relevance not numbersrdquo
Adam Baker Blottrcom
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4 Make use of the community newswireThe Community Newswire at the Media Trust sent out nearly 800 stories during January and February 2012 The service helps charities communities and citizen journalists get their stories into the national and regional media The best of the submitted press releases and photos are selected and written up by dedicated Press Association journalists and distributed to thousands of newsrooms across the UK Even if you havent got a specific news item keep an eye on the news to see if something your organisation is doing can be pegged to the current news agenda look out for angles that can be turned into a story
5 Donrsquot forget the power of social media and your own public relations and marketing communication systemsYour own website and social media channels are vital aspects of your communications mix These communication tools allow you to communicate your messages in the way you want them to be - without the spin Make sure your website is regularly updated with fresh new copy that has been well written and in a way that can be easily understood If this is an area that you need help with then there are lots of quality resources available on the Media Trust website
httpwwwmediatrustorg
For more information about this yearrsquos Hitting the Headlines conference and for other media related resources please check out these links
httpresourcesmediatrustorgeventshitting-the-headlineshttpwwwmediatrustorgnewswirehttpwwwbhforgukheart-healthlife-saving-skillshands-only-cpraspxhttpwwwblottrcomhttpwwwjournalismcoukhttpwwwgowernewscouk
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Food
20
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Thai Curry Puffs
21
Following two recent local produce events hosted by Gower Chillis I was inspired to commit this recipe to writing which was passed to me some years ago With chillis being a key ingredient to these parcels of delicious aromatic flavours I thought it appropriate to share this recipe now that Gower has its very own local chilli producer The recipe can be tailored to be hot and fiery or mild and creamy - it all depends on the amount and type of chillis you choose to use balanced alongside varying amounts of curry power and coconut milk to suit your taste
The following recipe is reasonably spicy - though not too fiery and hot
Ingredients
Makes approximately 30 small curry puff parcels
2 chicken breasts1 carrot1 potato
1 stick of celery1 red and 1 green chilli
5 garlic cloves1rdquo piece of ginger
1 onion12 teaspoon of mustard seeds
2 cardamon pods2 cloves
1 small cup of peas1 chicken stock cube
12 teaspoon of curry powder200ml of coconut milk
handful of fresh coriandera few splashes of tabasco sauce
salt and pepper to taste 2 x 500g packs of ready to roll puff pastry
1 tablespoon of sunflower oil and2 whisked eggs (with a little salt) for glazing
Gower Chillis
Gower Chillis sauces can be purchased from the Bay Bistro Shop in Rhossili and the Gower Wildflower Centre at BlackhillsFairwood Products also available direct via
wwwgowerchilliscomor by calling Andrew on 07854 319768 (mobile rates apply) The Gower Chillis Green Label sauce has a Thai feel to it as itrsquos flavoured with garlic lime and coriander ldquoThis sauce would be particularly good with Thai Curryrdquo said Andrew Brooks of Gower Chillis Facebook Gower Ch i l l i s Twitter AndrewBr00ks
Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
23
Equipment and Method
a large wok or non-stick pana small pan for parboiling vegetables
a round 3rdquo diameter pastry cutteran egg-wash brush anda non-stick baking tray
Curry Puff Filling
1 Dice the carrot and potato into small square pieces place in a pan of cold water (slightly salted) and parboil the vegetable pieces until tender (this will take around 3 minutes from when the water boils)
2 Meanwhile heat the vegetable oil in the wok adding the mustard seeds cardamon pods and cloves until the seeds start popping At this point remove the spices from the heat
3 Drain the parboiled vegetables and set aside4 Chop the onion into small pieces place the wok back onto a medium
heat add the onion pieces and gently fry (do not let the onion brown)5 Add to the wok finely chopped garlic and ginger gently frying for a
minute6 Dice the chicken into small pieces and add to the wok stirring the
mixture gently until the chicken is sealed7 Put on food preparation gloves (optional) and finely chop one red and
green chilli (removing the seeds for a less fiery mixture)8 Add the chopped chillis along with one finely chopped stick of celery9 Add to the mixture the chicken stock cube and mix gently10 Now add the parboiled vegetables and peas to the mixture11 Sprinkle over a level teaspoon of curry powder12 Add a few dashes of tabasco sauce13 Pour around 200ml of coconut milk into the mixture (adding a little
more or less to create a wet but not too runny mixture)14 Allow the mixture to simmer until the chicken is cooked through and
the mixture is pipping hot15 Add salt and pepper to taste then finally16 Add chopped coriander stir gently and set mixture aside to cool
Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
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Curry Puff Parcels
The easiest way to make these delicious fragrant curry parcels is to use shop bought ready made puff pastry (be sure to remove the pastry from the fridge about 20 minutes before rolling it)
1 Sprinkle some plain flour onto a clean work surface2 Roll out the pastry with a floured rolling pin until the pastry is about
3mm thick3 Using a round pastry cutter cut out as many pieces as possible Recycle
the off-cuts of pastry by re-rolling and cutting out extra pieces4 Once cut slightly roll each pastry piece until a little thinner5 Spoon approximately a teaspoon of mixture placing it in the centre of
a piece of pastry6 Brush some egg-wash around the edges of the pastry then add another
piece of pastry on top Slightly press down the edges of the parcel to seal
7 Using the pastry cutter place the cutter over the parcel to trim the edges of the parcel You should be left with a neat round pastry parcel filled with your curry mixture
8 Repeat the process until you have used up all your pastrymixture9 Place your parcels on a greased baking tray10Wash the top of each parcel with egg-wash then finally11Place the parcels on the baking tray into a pre-heated oven (190degC
375degFGM5) and cook for around 20-25 minutes (the parcels should look brown and puffy)
Curry puffs can be served hot or cold Cooled curry puffs can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 24 hours
Enjoy
copy2012 Words and images by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower NewsRecipe adapted from a concept by Nelly Wilson Aldershot
During the late 18th and 19th centuries the remote Gower coastline was a l u c r a t i v e h a v e n f o r smugglers
Beneath the cliffs at Port Eynon a cave called Culver Hole is set between two rock faces and has a masonry wall and a staircase leading up four floors
Culver Hole is believed to have links with the legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in h a n d y f o r s t o w i n g a w a y contraband
Va r i o u s s mu g g l i n g g a n g s operated under the very noses of the establishment making the job o f t h e c u s t o m s o f f i c i a l s particularly difficult Farms at Great and Little Highway occupied by William Hawkin Arthur the self-styled smuggling k ing were the cen t re o f o p e r a t i o n s S e e m i n g l y invincible it was customs officer Francis Bevan an ancestor of both Silvanus and Anne who in 1804 seized some 420 casks of spirits from a concealed cellar in both farmhouses causing the collapse of this particular gangrsquos operations
Frances Bevan was formerly a history correspondent on the Swindon Advertiser she has written extensively on people places and events in the history of Swindon
Frances has a number of blogs of which lsquoDear Georgersquo is one
The lsquoDear Georgersquo blog tells the real-life story of 15-year-old George Bevan who left home to begin an apprenticeship in his unclersquos ironmongerrsquos shop in Llandudno the blog focuses on subsequent correspondence between the boy and his family in Gower that was to run for over 50 years
If you would like to read more about the Bevan family from Gower visit
georgebevanblogspotcouk
copy 2012 Unless otherwise stated text and images courtesy of Frances Bevan - lsquoDear Georgersquo
History
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Shipwrecks and Smuggling
By Frances Bevan
This incident illustrates just how dangerous the work of customs officers could be as Francis had to contend with a mob of more than 200 people as he endeavoured to get the casks into safe keeping Guarding the haul in transit proved equally difficult and by the time the consignment reached Swansea it was found to be 17 casks short In a subsequent report Francis explained how he had given up some of the casks to secure the safe transference of the bulk of the shipment
Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851
Culver Hole Early 20th centuryPhotographer unknown - copy Dear George
Culver Hole As seen today copy Photograph - Gower News
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Culver Hole is believed to have links with the
legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in handy for stowing away contraband
ldquo
rdquo
Letters from the Bevan family in Overton to apprentice ironmonger George in Llandudno contain frequent references to relatives and neighbours gone to sea and sometimes lost at sea
From the first publication of The Cambrian newspaper in 1804 until the end of the 20th century there were 250 reported shipwrecks along the Gower coastline
In a letter to George dated January 23 1879 Anne writes ndash ldquoLast Monday night a Norweggian Barque came on Shore under Slade Cliff Laden with Indian Corn Maize All the Crew are saved amp are at Porteynon The men round here have got work getting out the Cargo Frank has been up seeing the wreck this afternoonrdquo
In a community dominated by events at sea Annersquos letter to George dated March 10 1879 makes reference to events surrounding one particular shipwreck
On the evening of Tuesday February 11 1879 the Mary Stenhouse a Liverpool ship carrying 350 tons of pig iron ran aground at Rhossilli The ship launched a boat conveying nine members of the twenty strong crew including the masterrsquos wife Mrs Hedgecock but it capsized before reaching the shore and all ten people on board were drowned The remaining crew members were safely rescued Lloyds Agent George Gibbs Annersquos cousin sent the tug Hero to go to the aid of the stricken vessel which was later towed to Swansea
ldquoMrs George Gibbs of Porteynon is gone to Liverpool today about the Salvage of the Mary Stenhouse If you see an account of the Trial in any newspaper send it for your Father to read there is great talk about it hererdquo Anne writes to her son
But for some of the local men there was work to be had from salvaging the ships that ran aground on the Gower coast In January 1881 Sill writes to his brother George about the coal carrying Cresswell that was wrecked to the west of Sladersquos foot
History
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ldquoThe wreck has been bought by the firm lsquoBevan amp Corsquo comprising C amp S Bevan J Steven Overton J Stephen Porteynon J Hughes for pound50 We are therefore very busy every day wrecking amp expect to clear a little dust by our bargaininghelliprdquo
The Australian barque was a complete wreck with the accident attributed to errors made by the master and the mate The stipendiary magistrate and nautical assessors suspended the masterrsquos certificate for three months and the matersquos for six at a Board of Trade inquiry held at the Guildhall Swansea
The Horton and Port Eynon RNLI Lifeboat Station at as seen todaycopy Photograph - Gower News
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ldquoThe schooner Emma of Plymouth going from Newport to the South of Cornwall with coal put in on Oxwich Sand today having carried away her main sail amp other sails she would not steer They expect to save the ship by discharging her so we are expecting coal cheaprdquo Sill continued in the same letter
Following the wreck of the Agnes Jack on January 27 1883 and just ten days later the Surprise lost with all hands under Overton cliffs a lifeboat station at Port Eynon was opened in 1884
But the dangerous location of this station saw it closed in 1919 following the loss of the lifeboat Janet in 1916 when it went to the aid of the SS Dunvegan Three members of the crew lost their lives that night Coxswain Billy Gibbs William Eynon second coxswain and lifeboatman George Harry are remembered on a memorial looking out to sea in the churchyard at St Cattwgrsquos Port Eynon
Read more about casualties along the dangerous Gower coastline on httpwwwshipwrecks-walescouk
History
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Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851rdquo
ldquo
Lifeboatmen and Sailor Memorial St Cattwgs Church Port Eynon Gowercopy Photograph - Gower News
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The Author Ann Thomas
BiographyWriting poetry and making up stories since she was a child Ann only started to write seriously when her children were grown Her main ambition is to write science fiction but along the way she got distracted by local history and poetry about her stroke Taking early retirement gave her the chance to concentrate on her writing
Book Launch
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Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
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The book uses the life of Alina de Breos to tell the story of the barons rebellion which started in the Lordship of Gower in 1320 and eventually led to the toppling of Edward II from the English throne Alina ended up with her son in the Tower of London her husband executed and all her estates confiscated When Edward II was deposed the Lordship of Gower was returned to her in an act of mercy by Edward III and legend has it that she built the chapel on Oystermouth Castle
Talking about her new book Ann said ldquoOne day I was standing in Swansea town centre opposite the ruins of Swansea Castle and I wondered what the castle and the town were like in the castlersquos heyday I searched the internet and went to the library and found a remarkable story that captured my imagination Three years later and lots more research and writing and there is a bookrdquo
Annrsquos Book lsquoAlinarsquo The White Lady of Oystermouth is now available at the following outlets in Swansea and Gower
Swansea Museum National Waterfront Museum Swansea City Centre Tourist Information Centre Uplands Bookshop Mumbles Tourist Information Centre Cover to Cover Bookshop Shepherds at Parkmill Gower Heritage Centre Gower Kite and Surf Centre Pitton Cross Caravan Park
Rhossili Reynoldston Post Office Crofty Post Office
E-book available on Smashwordshttpwwwsmashwordscombooksview145799
Oystermouth Castle is scheduled to re-open on 16th June 2012 Annrsquos new book will be on sale in the Visitors Centre in Alinarsquos Chapel
Local Personality
wwwgowernewscouk34
Nick ldquoEXTREME SUNBATHINGrdquo in New Zealand
Name Nick Rees - REESY by nickname
Age 23
Job Events amp Marketing Associate within the surf industry
Education I went to Bishopston Comprehensive and later graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 21 in Sports Management
I grew up in Mumbles and have always taken advantage of the coastal lifestyle wersquore
so lucky to have on our doorstep
Picture G-Land Indonesia
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk35
TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
wwwgowernewscouk36
REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
wwwreesyphotographycouk
REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk37
My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
limeslade
caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
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To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
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oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing Tourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
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broughton bay
Ideal swell W to SBottom Sand
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MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
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caswell bay
Ideal swell Big WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 4rsquo1rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide HighBest wind NW
oxwich bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Swansea TouristInformation CentrePlymouth StreetSwansea SA1 3QG01792 468321
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE TO SW
swansea bay
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
mumbles head
Break rating
Easy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing
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heart of Swansearsquos
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
limeslade
caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
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To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
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oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
KitesurfingTourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
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BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
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Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
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Weather
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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Hear to MeetAction on Hearing Loss Cymru are launching a new Hear to Meet social gathering for adults in the Gower who wear hearing aids or are experiencing hearing loss
Hear to Meet will launch at Willow Court Clyne Common on 19th June this year From 11am there will be an information talk and chance to get your hearing screened for free From 1pm there is a chance for adults over 50 years with hearing loss to get together and meet over tea and cake There will be a quiz and a chance to plan activities that they would like to do together at future Hear to Meet events All are welcome
Hearing loss affects 4 out of 10 people over 50 years old and as many as 7 out of 10 people over 70 years Hearing loss can be very isolating as talking to friends and family becomes harder to hear and requires more effort This can often lead to withdrawal from social situations and an increasingly lonely lifestyle Some people can go for days without talking to anyone
Hear to Meet provides a friendly and welcoming opportunity to meet new people share experiences about hearing loss and enjoy taking part in hobbies and activities such as books films or crafts It will tackle the loneliness often felt by adults experiencing hearing loss If you are interested in attending or know someone who might be please get in touch
Could you make a real difference to someone with a hearing loss Hear to Meet urgently requires volunteers to host Hear to Meet events organise refreshments and join guests in conversation and activities Full training will be provided and expenses reimbursed If you are interested please get in touch with Becky on 02920 333 378 or email beckyoatleyhearinglossorguk
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Pontarddulais Produce and Craft MarketSecond Wednesday of every month between 930am - 1230pm
The Institute 45 St Teilo Street Pontarddulais 885890
Mumbles Produce and Craft MarketSecond Saturday of every month between 900am - 100pm
The Dairy Car Park Oystermouth Square Mumbles 361012
Gorseinon Canolfan Food and Craft FayreSecond Saturday of every month between 930am - 100pm
Canolfan Centre Millers Drive Gorseinon 893266
Pennard Produce and Craft MarketSecond Sunday of every month between 930am - 1230pm
Pennard Community Centre Pennard 448399
Penclawdd Produce and Craft MarketThird Saturday of every month between 930am - 1230pm
Community Centre Banc Bach Penclawdd 850147
Clydach Produce and Craft MarketLast Saturday of each month between 1000am - 130pm
Moose Hall Beryl Road Clydach 07707 787791
Local Produce
Gorseinon Food FestivalSaturday 28th April 2012 10am - 5pm
Canolfan Gorseinon Centre Millers Drive SA4 4QN
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amp Craft Markets
GORSEINON CRAFT FESTIVAL
SUNDAY 29th APRIL 2012
10AM - 4PM
Gower Crafts and Artisans in the Marquee Invite You to a Fun Sunday
JEWELLERY TEXTILES WOOL PRODUCTS FUSED GLASS CARDS WOODEN FURNITURE AND BOXES
CERAMICS SLATE and DRIFTWOOD PIECES
Join the workshops for children and create some
OLYMPIC ART with Sara Holden of ldquoSculptures by the Seardquo
Create Olympic Medals Bronze Silver or Gold andor Snazzy Olympic Spectacles from willow cane and other
materials ready for the greatest sporting event in the world Olympics 2012
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Eighth Gower Walking Festival 9-24 June 2012
Centred on Britainrsquos first AONB the Gower Walking Festival is a great opportunity to see the wonderful scenery and abundant wildlife of the Gower peninsula and surrounds
This year there are 73 guided walks and activities for experienced walkers to leisurely strollers
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2012-04-28 Gorseinon Food Festival Saturday 28th April 2012
2012-04-29 Gorseinon Craft Festival Sunday 29th April 2012
2012-05-05 BoardwalkFence Repairs with The National Trust Gower
2012-05-05 Forest School SNPT Family Fun Day
2012-05-06 Dawn Chorus Walk Cwm Ivy with The National Trust Gower
2012-05-06 Loughor Inshore Rescue Family Fun Day
2012-05-12 Coeden Fach Tree Nursery Open Day - 12th May 2012
2012-05-12 Big Beach Clean Up 12th May 2012 Knab Rock Mumbles Swansea
2012-05-12 Cheese and Cider Weekend at The Gower Heritage Centre Swansea
2012-05-17 Fathers Day Lunch at Willow Court at Campion Gardens Retirement
Village
2012-05-18 Tea Dance at Willow Court at Campion Gardens Retirement Village
2012-05-19 Dawn Chorus Walk amp Simple Breakfast St Madoc Centre Gower
2012-05-19 Nearly New Sale in aid of Wales Air Ambulance
2012-06-02 Bracken Clearance at Cwm Ivy Tor with The National Trust Gower
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Issue 1130th March 2012
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E i g h t h G o w e r Walking Festival 9-24 June 2012
Centred on Britainrsquos first AONB the Gower Walking Festival is a great opportunity to see the wonder fu l scenery and abundant wildlife of the Gower p e n i n s u l a a n d surrounds
This year there are 73 gu ided wa lk s and a c t i v i t i e s f o r experienced walkers to leisurely strollers
Organised by Loughor Inshore Rescue
In an Emergency Dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard
Loughor Inshore Rescue are proud to Present
Family Fun-day 2012
Sunday 6th May 12-7pm
Registered charity No 1024113
Come and join us on our 2ndAnnual Family Fun Day come
down and meet the Crew and enjoy an afternoon of relaxation by the River Fully licenced bar and BBQ and free
parking at INA Bearings Stalls and attractions for all the Family
In Attendance South Wales Police-Mid amp West Wales Fire Brigadendash Welsh
Ambulancendash Mobile Coastguard Mud Rescue Unit Helicopters are subject to availability
FREE ENTRY
At
The Lifeboat Station Gwydr Place Loughor SA4 6TW
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Tell us about your Gower and Swansea Bay eventsEmail your event details to editorialgowernewscouk
NEXT ISSUE 25TH MAY 2012
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Forest School SNPT
A free family fun day out
Saturday 5th May 2012 Open Day
Bishoprsquos Wood Nature Reserve Caswell Swansea
Call in anytime from 1100am to 300pm
Craft workshops
Games
Campfire
Den Building Environmental activities and more
For more information please see our website wwwforestschoolsnptorguk
Funded by the Rural Development Plan for those living in the RDP area
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MURTON MAY DAY EVENT
Murton May Day Event Murton Green Gower
1pm Monday 7th May 2012
Traditional maypole dancing refreshments ice creams candy floss inflatables stalls and much moreincluding the miniature garden and unusualcharacter fruit and veg competitions
Lots of fun for the whole familyhttpwwwgowerccorgukbishopstonbishopstonhomephp
A chance to meet Pennard First Responders volunteers from the local community who donate their spare time to attend appropriate 999 calls they provide first hand emergency care t o p e o p l e i n t h e i r o w n community until an ambulance vehicle reaches the scene All volunteers are trained by the Welsh Ambulance Service to administer basic first aid skills oxygen therapy cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the use of a defibrillator
Learn Emergency Life Support Watch the British Heart Foundationrsquos online video starring Vinnie Jones
wwwbhforgukheart-healthlife-saving-skillshands-only-cpraspx
Pennard First Responders
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Editorial
16
Words by Ian Ambrose BA (Hons) Public Services FInstAM(Dip) MInstLM | Citizen JournalistEditor Gower News
Citizen journalism helping to shape news in the 21st centuryJournalism has changed and so has the way in which people hear about read see interact and consume news on a daily basis News reporting is no longer the sole remit of professional journalists working in traditional settings - you only have to look back to Libya and more recently Syria to see that in some situations globally citizens are getting their news noticed - particularly through the use of Twitter and YouTube - and are becoming the first to break news items ahead of traditional mainstream media outlets
Blottrcom - a user generated news service - is one website which is facilitating ways that allow citizens to generate news stories as they break traditional media outlets are also creating innovative ways to enable citizens to shape the news before it is lsquobroadcastrsquo According to Dan Roberts the Guardianrsquos national editor All media is blurring together in a new way Speaking at the lsquoHitting the Headlinesrsquo Media Trust Conference in London earlier this month week Dan explained about how the Guardian is experimenting with opennews as a way of allowing readers to shape the Guardianrsquos news coverage The Guardianrsquos Open Newslist allows citizens to interact with the Guardianrsquos editors and reporters about upcoming stories as they work on them - this allows the Guardian to consider other views that may not have come to light until after a news item has been published and made public
Relevance it would seem is more important than audience size Citizen journalism news service Blottrcom launched in August 2010 and currently generates around 3 million unique visitors a month Blottrcom believes lsquothe best news stories come from people at the scene who are able to capture and report on stories as they unfoldrsquo However some argue that sites such as Blottrcom cannot really compete with mainstream media But according to Blottrrsquos founder Adam Baker when it comes to audience size ldquoIts about relevance not numbersrdquo
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Lessons in Managing a Successful PR Campaign
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The issue of relevance is perhaps a particularly important point to remember especially for business and organisations looking to secure press coverage It seems the key to successful public relations communication is the relevance of news to a particular audience whether its the launch of a national integrated marketing campaign by a major not for profit organisation or the celebrity presentation of a cheque at a small charityrsquos annual summer fayre the relevance of the message to the target audience is the important point to remember
5 LESSONS FROM lsquoHITTING THE HEADLINESrsquo MEDIA TRUST SPRING CONFERENCE 2012
1 Develop a media communications strategy and commit it to writing It may be the last thing on your lsquoto do listrsquo but taking time to think about who your target audience is will be time well spent Once you have defined your target audience you need to think about the ways in which the media can best help you communicate your messages Caroline Vogt from Aegis Media suggests that if you can tap into an emotion (eg peoplersquos passions what people enjoy or something that creates a sense of community) then its much more powerful How consumers absorb media and advertising has also changed models of persuading people to like or buy a product or service are becoming old-school - the new model of marketing is about tapping into peoplersquos passions by communicating to them the real emotional benefits of buying or liking your product or service
Photo Sue Llewellyn Gavin Sheppard Janet Street Porter and
Adam Baker discuss the Future of News at the Hitting the Headlines
Conference in London
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18
2 Generic press releases are unlikely to have much impactRather than spending valuable time writing and sending out generic press releases first consider the types of media outlets that best apply to your target audience As a hyper-local media outlet Gower News is bombarded by press releases on a daily basis - many simply do not get used because they are considered largely irrelevant to Gower News readers When you are ready to communicate a piece of news to a news outlet first pick up the phone and speak directly to a journalist within your chosen media outlet about your news By having a conversation with a journalist within the media outlet that best matches your target audience you are much more likely to find out what exactly the media outlet would like to hear about and when Armed with this information you can shape your press release accordingly and are therefore much more likely to have your news item used by the media outlet you are targeting with your news story
3 If talking to mainstream media supply what they needAgain this comes back to getting in touch directly with relevant journalists and asking them for feedback Most media outlets have topic-related journalists If your news is in response to crime donrsquot contact the journalist responsible for the sports column They say a picture is worth a thousand words so a good quality photograph to accompany your news story is also quite essential Donrsquot forget that most journalistsrsquo time is limited make their life easy by supplying what they need in an accessible way Copy should be sent in an email and not just as a PDF
W h e n i t c o m e s t o aud i ence s i ze ldquoI t s about relevance not numbersrdquo
Adam Baker Blottrcom
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19
4 Make use of the community newswireThe Community Newswire at the Media Trust sent out nearly 800 stories during January and February 2012 The service helps charities communities and citizen journalists get their stories into the national and regional media The best of the submitted press releases and photos are selected and written up by dedicated Press Association journalists and distributed to thousands of newsrooms across the UK Even if you havent got a specific news item keep an eye on the news to see if something your organisation is doing can be pegged to the current news agenda look out for angles that can be turned into a story
5 Donrsquot forget the power of social media and your own public relations and marketing communication systemsYour own website and social media channels are vital aspects of your communications mix These communication tools allow you to communicate your messages in the way you want them to be - without the spin Make sure your website is regularly updated with fresh new copy that has been well written and in a way that can be easily understood If this is an area that you need help with then there are lots of quality resources available on the Media Trust website
httpwwwmediatrustorg
For more information about this yearrsquos Hitting the Headlines conference and for other media related resources please check out these links
httpresourcesmediatrustorgeventshitting-the-headlineshttpwwwmediatrustorgnewswirehttpwwwbhforgukheart-healthlife-saving-skillshands-only-cpraspxhttpwwwblottrcomhttpwwwjournalismcoukhttpwwwgowernewscouk
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Food
20
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Thai Curry Puffs
21
Following two recent local produce events hosted by Gower Chillis I was inspired to commit this recipe to writing which was passed to me some years ago With chillis being a key ingredient to these parcels of delicious aromatic flavours I thought it appropriate to share this recipe now that Gower has its very own local chilli producer The recipe can be tailored to be hot and fiery or mild and creamy - it all depends on the amount and type of chillis you choose to use balanced alongside varying amounts of curry power and coconut milk to suit your taste
The following recipe is reasonably spicy - though not too fiery and hot
Ingredients
Makes approximately 30 small curry puff parcels
2 chicken breasts1 carrot1 potato
1 stick of celery1 red and 1 green chilli
5 garlic cloves1rdquo piece of ginger
1 onion12 teaspoon of mustard seeds
2 cardamon pods2 cloves
1 small cup of peas1 chicken stock cube
12 teaspoon of curry powder200ml of coconut milk
handful of fresh coriandera few splashes of tabasco sauce
salt and pepper to taste 2 x 500g packs of ready to roll puff pastry
1 tablespoon of sunflower oil and2 whisked eggs (with a little salt) for glazing
Gower Chillis
Gower Chillis sauces can be purchased from the Bay Bistro Shop in Rhossili and the Gower Wildflower Centre at BlackhillsFairwood Products also available direct via
wwwgowerchilliscomor by calling Andrew on 07854 319768 (mobile rates apply) The Gower Chillis Green Label sauce has a Thai feel to it as itrsquos flavoured with garlic lime and coriander ldquoThis sauce would be particularly good with Thai Curryrdquo said Andrew Brooks of Gower Chillis Facebook Gower Ch i l l i s Twitter AndrewBr00ks
Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
23
Equipment and Method
a large wok or non-stick pana small pan for parboiling vegetables
a round 3rdquo diameter pastry cutteran egg-wash brush anda non-stick baking tray
Curry Puff Filling
1 Dice the carrot and potato into small square pieces place in a pan of cold water (slightly salted) and parboil the vegetable pieces until tender (this will take around 3 minutes from when the water boils)
2 Meanwhile heat the vegetable oil in the wok adding the mustard seeds cardamon pods and cloves until the seeds start popping At this point remove the spices from the heat
3 Drain the parboiled vegetables and set aside4 Chop the onion into small pieces place the wok back onto a medium
heat add the onion pieces and gently fry (do not let the onion brown)5 Add to the wok finely chopped garlic and ginger gently frying for a
minute6 Dice the chicken into small pieces and add to the wok stirring the
mixture gently until the chicken is sealed7 Put on food preparation gloves (optional) and finely chop one red and
green chilli (removing the seeds for a less fiery mixture)8 Add the chopped chillis along with one finely chopped stick of celery9 Add to the mixture the chicken stock cube and mix gently10 Now add the parboiled vegetables and peas to the mixture11 Sprinkle over a level teaspoon of curry powder12 Add a few dashes of tabasco sauce13 Pour around 200ml of coconut milk into the mixture (adding a little
more or less to create a wet but not too runny mixture)14 Allow the mixture to simmer until the chicken is cooked through and
the mixture is pipping hot15 Add salt and pepper to taste then finally16 Add chopped coriander stir gently and set mixture aside to cool
Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
25
Curry Puff Parcels
The easiest way to make these delicious fragrant curry parcels is to use shop bought ready made puff pastry (be sure to remove the pastry from the fridge about 20 minutes before rolling it)
1 Sprinkle some plain flour onto a clean work surface2 Roll out the pastry with a floured rolling pin until the pastry is about
3mm thick3 Using a round pastry cutter cut out as many pieces as possible Recycle
the off-cuts of pastry by re-rolling and cutting out extra pieces4 Once cut slightly roll each pastry piece until a little thinner5 Spoon approximately a teaspoon of mixture placing it in the centre of
a piece of pastry6 Brush some egg-wash around the edges of the pastry then add another
piece of pastry on top Slightly press down the edges of the parcel to seal
7 Using the pastry cutter place the cutter over the parcel to trim the edges of the parcel You should be left with a neat round pastry parcel filled with your curry mixture
8 Repeat the process until you have used up all your pastrymixture9 Place your parcels on a greased baking tray10Wash the top of each parcel with egg-wash then finally11Place the parcels on the baking tray into a pre-heated oven (190degC
375degFGM5) and cook for around 20-25 minutes (the parcels should look brown and puffy)
Curry puffs can be served hot or cold Cooled curry puffs can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 24 hours
Enjoy
copy2012 Words and images by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower NewsRecipe adapted from a concept by Nelly Wilson Aldershot
During the late 18th and 19th centuries the remote Gower coastline was a l u c r a t i v e h a v e n f o r smugglers
Beneath the cliffs at Port Eynon a cave called Culver Hole is set between two rock faces and has a masonry wall and a staircase leading up four floors
Culver Hole is believed to have links with the legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in h a n d y f o r s t o w i n g a w a y contraband
Va r i o u s s mu g g l i n g g a n g s operated under the very noses of the establishment making the job o f t h e c u s t o m s o f f i c i a l s particularly difficult Farms at Great and Little Highway occupied by William Hawkin Arthur the self-styled smuggling k ing were the cen t re o f o p e r a t i o n s S e e m i n g l y invincible it was customs officer Francis Bevan an ancestor of both Silvanus and Anne who in 1804 seized some 420 casks of spirits from a concealed cellar in both farmhouses causing the collapse of this particular gangrsquos operations
Frances Bevan was formerly a history correspondent on the Swindon Advertiser she has written extensively on people places and events in the history of Swindon
Frances has a number of blogs of which lsquoDear Georgersquo is one
The lsquoDear Georgersquo blog tells the real-life story of 15-year-old George Bevan who left home to begin an apprenticeship in his unclersquos ironmongerrsquos shop in Llandudno the blog focuses on subsequent correspondence between the boy and his family in Gower that was to run for over 50 years
If you would like to read more about the Bevan family from Gower visit
georgebevanblogspotcouk
copy 2012 Unless otherwise stated text and images courtesy of Frances Bevan - lsquoDear Georgersquo
History
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Shipwrecks and Smuggling
By Frances Bevan
This incident illustrates just how dangerous the work of customs officers could be as Francis had to contend with a mob of more than 200 people as he endeavoured to get the casks into safe keeping Guarding the haul in transit proved equally difficult and by the time the consignment reached Swansea it was found to be 17 casks short In a subsequent report Francis explained how he had given up some of the casks to secure the safe transference of the bulk of the shipment
Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851
Culver Hole Early 20th centuryPhotographer unknown - copy Dear George
Culver Hole As seen today copy Photograph - Gower News
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Culver Hole is believed to have links with the
legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in handy for stowing away contraband
ldquo
rdquo
Letters from the Bevan family in Overton to apprentice ironmonger George in Llandudno contain frequent references to relatives and neighbours gone to sea and sometimes lost at sea
From the first publication of The Cambrian newspaper in 1804 until the end of the 20th century there were 250 reported shipwrecks along the Gower coastline
In a letter to George dated January 23 1879 Anne writes ndash ldquoLast Monday night a Norweggian Barque came on Shore under Slade Cliff Laden with Indian Corn Maize All the Crew are saved amp are at Porteynon The men round here have got work getting out the Cargo Frank has been up seeing the wreck this afternoonrdquo
In a community dominated by events at sea Annersquos letter to George dated March 10 1879 makes reference to events surrounding one particular shipwreck
On the evening of Tuesday February 11 1879 the Mary Stenhouse a Liverpool ship carrying 350 tons of pig iron ran aground at Rhossilli The ship launched a boat conveying nine members of the twenty strong crew including the masterrsquos wife Mrs Hedgecock but it capsized before reaching the shore and all ten people on board were drowned The remaining crew members were safely rescued Lloyds Agent George Gibbs Annersquos cousin sent the tug Hero to go to the aid of the stricken vessel which was later towed to Swansea
ldquoMrs George Gibbs of Porteynon is gone to Liverpool today about the Salvage of the Mary Stenhouse If you see an account of the Trial in any newspaper send it for your Father to read there is great talk about it hererdquo Anne writes to her son
But for some of the local men there was work to be had from salvaging the ships that ran aground on the Gower coast In January 1881 Sill writes to his brother George about the coal carrying Cresswell that was wrecked to the west of Sladersquos foot
History
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ldquoThe wreck has been bought by the firm lsquoBevan amp Corsquo comprising C amp S Bevan J Steven Overton J Stephen Porteynon J Hughes for pound50 We are therefore very busy every day wrecking amp expect to clear a little dust by our bargaininghelliprdquo
The Australian barque was a complete wreck with the accident attributed to errors made by the master and the mate The stipendiary magistrate and nautical assessors suspended the masterrsquos certificate for three months and the matersquos for six at a Board of Trade inquiry held at the Guildhall Swansea
The Horton and Port Eynon RNLI Lifeboat Station at as seen todaycopy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
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ldquoThe schooner Emma of Plymouth going from Newport to the South of Cornwall with coal put in on Oxwich Sand today having carried away her main sail amp other sails she would not steer They expect to save the ship by discharging her so we are expecting coal cheaprdquo Sill continued in the same letter
Following the wreck of the Agnes Jack on January 27 1883 and just ten days later the Surprise lost with all hands under Overton cliffs a lifeboat station at Port Eynon was opened in 1884
But the dangerous location of this station saw it closed in 1919 following the loss of the lifeboat Janet in 1916 when it went to the aid of the SS Dunvegan Three members of the crew lost their lives that night Coxswain Billy Gibbs William Eynon second coxswain and lifeboatman George Harry are remembered on a memorial looking out to sea in the churchyard at St Cattwgrsquos Port Eynon
Read more about casualties along the dangerous Gower coastline on httpwwwshipwrecks-walescouk
History
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Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851rdquo
ldquo
Lifeboatmen and Sailor Memorial St Cattwgs Church Port Eynon Gowercopy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
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The Author Ann Thomas
BiographyWriting poetry and making up stories since she was a child Ann only started to write seriously when her children were grown Her main ambition is to write science fiction but along the way she got distracted by local history and poetry about her stroke Taking early retirement gave her the chance to concentrate on her writing
Book Launch
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Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
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The book uses the life of Alina de Breos to tell the story of the barons rebellion which started in the Lordship of Gower in 1320 and eventually led to the toppling of Edward II from the English throne Alina ended up with her son in the Tower of London her husband executed and all her estates confiscated When Edward II was deposed the Lordship of Gower was returned to her in an act of mercy by Edward III and legend has it that she built the chapel on Oystermouth Castle
Talking about her new book Ann said ldquoOne day I was standing in Swansea town centre opposite the ruins of Swansea Castle and I wondered what the castle and the town were like in the castlersquos heyday I searched the internet and went to the library and found a remarkable story that captured my imagination Three years later and lots more research and writing and there is a bookrdquo
Annrsquos Book lsquoAlinarsquo The White Lady of Oystermouth is now available at the following outlets in Swansea and Gower
Swansea Museum National Waterfront Museum Swansea City Centre Tourist Information Centre Uplands Bookshop Mumbles Tourist Information Centre Cover to Cover Bookshop Shepherds at Parkmill Gower Heritage Centre Gower Kite and Surf Centre Pitton Cross Caravan Park
Rhossili Reynoldston Post Office Crofty Post Office
E-book available on Smashwordshttpwwwsmashwordscombooksview145799
Oystermouth Castle is scheduled to re-open on 16th June 2012 Annrsquos new book will be on sale in the Visitors Centre in Alinarsquos Chapel
Local Personality
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Nick ldquoEXTREME SUNBATHINGrdquo in New Zealand
Name Nick Rees - REESY by nickname
Age 23
Job Events amp Marketing Associate within the surf industry
Education I went to Bishopston Comprehensive and later graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 21 in Sports Management
I grew up in Mumbles and have always taken advantage of the coastal lifestyle wersquore
so lucky to have on our doorstep
Picture G-Land Indonesia
Nick Rees (REESY)
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TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
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REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
wwwreesyphotographycouk
REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk37
My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
limeslade
caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
morningafternoonmorningafternoonmorningafternoonmorningafternoonmorningafternoon
morningafternoonmorningafternoonmorningafternoonmorningafternoonmorningafternoonmorningafternoon
To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing Tourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
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broughton bay
Ideal swell W to SBottom Sand
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rhossili bay
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MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
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caswell bay
Ideal swell Big WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 4rsquo1rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide HighBest wind NW
oxwich bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
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Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE TO SW
swansea bay
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
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mumbles head
Break rating
Easy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing
Tourist Information Centre
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gowersurfersmaplangland
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RhossiliRhossili
464 GOWER RDKILLAY
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heart of Swansearsquos
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
limeslade
caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
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oystermouth
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Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
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BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
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Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
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Weather
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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Pontarddulais Produce and Craft MarketSecond Wednesday of every month between 930am - 1230pm
The Institute 45 St Teilo Street Pontarddulais 885890
Mumbles Produce and Craft MarketSecond Saturday of every month between 900am - 100pm
The Dairy Car Park Oystermouth Square Mumbles 361012
Gorseinon Canolfan Food and Craft FayreSecond Saturday of every month between 930am - 100pm
Canolfan Centre Millers Drive Gorseinon 893266
Pennard Produce and Craft MarketSecond Sunday of every month between 930am - 1230pm
Pennard Community Centre Pennard 448399
Penclawdd Produce and Craft MarketThird Saturday of every month between 930am - 1230pm
Community Centre Banc Bach Penclawdd 850147
Clydach Produce and Craft MarketLast Saturday of each month between 1000am - 130pm
Moose Hall Beryl Road Clydach 07707 787791
Local Produce
Gorseinon Food FestivalSaturday 28th April 2012 10am - 5pm
Canolfan Gorseinon Centre Millers Drive SA4 4QN
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amp Craft Markets
GORSEINON CRAFT FESTIVAL
SUNDAY 29th APRIL 2012
10AM - 4PM
Gower Crafts and Artisans in the Marquee Invite You to a Fun Sunday
JEWELLERY TEXTILES WOOL PRODUCTS FUSED GLASS CARDS WOODEN FURNITURE AND BOXES
CERAMICS SLATE and DRIFTWOOD PIECES
Join the workshops for children and create some
OLYMPIC ART with Sara Holden of ldquoSculptures by the Seardquo
Create Olympic Medals Bronze Silver or Gold andor Snazzy Olympic Spectacles from willow cane and other
materials ready for the greatest sporting event in the world Olympics 2012
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Eighth Gower Walking Festival 9-24 June 2012
Centred on Britainrsquos first AONB the Gower Walking Festival is a great opportunity to see the wonderful scenery and abundant wildlife of the Gower peninsula and surrounds
This year there are 73 guided walks and activities for experienced walkers to leisurely strollers
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2012-04-28 Gorseinon Food Festival Saturday 28th April 2012
2012-04-29 Gorseinon Craft Festival Sunday 29th April 2012
2012-05-05 BoardwalkFence Repairs with The National Trust Gower
2012-05-05 Forest School SNPT Family Fun Day
2012-05-06 Dawn Chorus Walk Cwm Ivy with The National Trust Gower
2012-05-06 Loughor Inshore Rescue Family Fun Day
2012-05-12 Coeden Fach Tree Nursery Open Day - 12th May 2012
2012-05-12 Big Beach Clean Up 12th May 2012 Knab Rock Mumbles Swansea
2012-05-12 Cheese and Cider Weekend at The Gower Heritage Centre Swansea
2012-05-17 Fathers Day Lunch at Willow Court at Campion Gardens Retirement
Village
2012-05-18 Tea Dance at Willow Court at Campion Gardens Retirement Village
2012-05-19 Dawn Chorus Walk amp Simple Breakfast St Madoc Centre Gower
2012-05-19 Nearly New Sale in aid of Wales Air Ambulance
2012-06-02 Bracken Clearance at Cwm Ivy Tor with The National Trust Gower
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Gowerrsquos Hyper-Local News Event and Information Guide
Issue 1130th March 2012
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E i g h t h G o w e r Walking Festival 9-24 June 2012
Centred on Britainrsquos first AONB the Gower Walking Festival is a great opportunity to see the wonder fu l scenery and abundant wildlife of the Gower p e n i n s u l a a n d surrounds
This year there are 73 gu ided wa lk s and a c t i v i t i e s f o r experienced walkers to leisurely strollers
Organised by Loughor Inshore Rescue
In an Emergency Dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard
Loughor Inshore Rescue are proud to Present
Family Fun-day 2012
Sunday 6th May 12-7pm
Registered charity No 1024113
Come and join us on our 2ndAnnual Family Fun Day come
down and meet the Crew and enjoy an afternoon of relaxation by the River Fully licenced bar and BBQ and free
parking at INA Bearings Stalls and attractions for all the Family
In Attendance South Wales Police-Mid amp West Wales Fire Brigadendash Welsh
Ambulancendash Mobile Coastguard Mud Rescue Unit Helicopters are subject to availability
FREE ENTRY
At
The Lifeboat Station Gwydr Place Loughor SA4 6TW
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Tell us about your Gower and Swansea Bay eventsEmail your event details to editorialgowernewscouk
NEXT ISSUE 25TH MAY 2012
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Forest School SNPT
A free family fun day out
Saturday 5th May 2012 Open Day
Bishoprsquos Wood Nature Reserve Caswell Swansea
Call in anytime from 1100am to 300pm
Craft workshops
Games
Campfire
Den Building Environmental activities and more
For more information please see our website wwwforestschoolsnptorguk
Funded by the Rural Development Plan for those living in the RDP area
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MURTON MAY DAY EVENT
Murton May Day Event Murton Green Gower
1pm Monday 7th May 2012
Traditional maypole dancing refreshments ice creams candy floss inflatables stalls and much moreincluding the miniature garden and unusualcharacter fruit and veg competitions
Lots of fun for the whole familyhttpwwwgowerccorgukbishopstonbishopstonhomephp
A chance to meet Pennard First Responders volunteers from the local community who donate their spare time to attend appropriate 999 calls they provide first hand emergency care t o p e o p l e i n t h e i r o w n community until an ambulance vehicle reaches the scene All volunteers are trained by the Welsh Ambulance Service to administer basic first aid skills oxygen therapy cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the use of a defibrillator
Learn Emergency Life Support Watch the British Heart Foundationrsquos online video starring Vinnie Jones
wwwbhforgukheart-healthlife-saving-skillshands-only-cpraspx
Pennard First Responders
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Editorial
16
Words by Ian Ambrose BA (Hons) Public Services FInstAM(Dip) MInstLM | Citizen JournalistEditor Gower News
Citizen journalism helping to shape news in the 21st centuryJournalism has changed and so has the way in which people hear about read see interact and consume news on a daily basis News reporting is no longer the sole remit of professional journalists working in traditional settings - you only have to look back to Libya and more recently Syria to see that in some situations globally citizens are getting their news noticed - particularly through the use of Twitter and YouTube - and are becoming the first to break news items ahead of traditional mainstream media outlets
Blottrcom - a user generated news service - is one website which is facilitating ways that allow citizens to generate news stories as they break traditional media outlets are also creating innovative ways to enable citizens to shape the news before it is lsquobroadcastrsquo According to Dan Roberts the Guardianrsquos national editor All media is blurring together in a new way Speaking at the lsquoHitting the Headlinesrsquo Media Trust Conference in London earlier this month week Dan explained about how the Guardian is experimenting with opennews as a way of allowing readers to shape the Guardianrsquos news coverage The Guardianrsquos Open Newslist allows citizens to interact with the Guardianrsquos editors and reporters about upcoming stories as they work on them - this allows the Guardian to consider other views that may not have come to light until after a news item has been published and made public
Relevance it would seem is more important than audience size Citizen journalism news service Blottrcom launched in August 2010 and currently generates around 3 million unique visitors a month Blottrcom believes lsquothe best news stories come from people at the scene who are able to capture and report on stories as they unfoldrsquo However some argue that sites such as Blottrcom cannot really compete with mainstream media But according to Blottrrsquos founder Adam Baker when it comes to audience size ldquoIts about relevance not numbersrdquo
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Lessons in Managing a Successful PR Campaign
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The issue of relevance is perhaps a particularly important point to remember especially for business and organisations looking to secure press coverage It seems the key to successful public relations communication is the relevance of news to a particular audience whether its the launch of a national integrated marketing campaign by a major not for profit organisation or the celebrity presentation of a cheque at a small charityrsquos annual summer fayre the relevance of the message to the target audience is the important point to remember
5 LESSONS FROM lsquoHITTING THE HEADLINESrsquo MEDIA TRUST SPRING CONFERENCE 2012
1 Develop a media communications strategy and commit it to writing It may be the last thing on your lsquoto do listrsquo but taking time to think about who your target audience is will be time well spent Once you have defined your target audience you need to think about the ways in which the media can best help you communicate your messages Caroline Vogt from Aegis Media suggests that if you can tap into an emotion (eg peoplersquos passions what people enjoy or something that creates a sense of community) then its much more powerful How consumers absorb media and advertising has also changed models of persuading people to like or buy a product or service are becoming old-school - the new model of marketing is about tapping into peoplersquos passions by communicating to them the real emotional benefits of buying or liking your product or service
Photo Sue Llewellyn Gavin Sheppard Janet Street Porter and
Adam Baker discuss the Future of News at the Hitting the Headlines
Conference in London
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18
2 Generic press releases are unlikely to have much impactRather than spending valuable time writing and sending out generic press releases first consider the types of media outlets that best apply to your target audience As a hyper-local media outlet Gower News is bombarded by press releases on a daily basis - many simply do not get used because they are considered largely irrelevant to Gower News readers When you are ready to communicate a piece of news to a news outlet first pick up the phone and speak directly to a journalist within your chosen media outlet about your news By having a conversation with a journalist within the media outlet that best matches your target audience you are much more likely to find out what exactly the media outlet would like to hear about and when Armed with this information you can shape your press release accordingly and are therefore much more likely to have your news item used by the media outlet you are targeting with your news story
3 If talking to mainstream media supply what they needAgain this comes back to getting in touch directly with relevant journalists and asking them for feedback Most media outlets have topic-related journalists If your news is in response to crime donrsquot contact the journalist responsible for the sports column They say a picture is worth a thousand words so a good quality photograph to accompany your news story is also quite essential Donrsquot forget that most journalistsrsquo time is limited make their life easy by supplying what they need in an accessible way Copy should be sent in an email and not just as a PDF
W h e n i t c o m e s t o aud i ence s i ze ldquoI t s about relevance not numbersrdquo
Adam Baker Blottrcom
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19
4 Make use of the community newswireThe Community Newswire at the Media Trust sent out nearly 800 stories during January and February 2012 The service helps charities communities and citizen journalists get their stories into the national and regional media The best of the submitted press releases and photos are selected and written up by dedicated Press Association journalists and distributed to thousands of newsrooms across the UK Even if you havent got a specific news item keep an eye on the news to see if something your organisation is doing can be pegged to the current news agenda look out for angles that can be turned into a story
5 Donrsquot forget the power of social media and your own public relations and marketing communication systemsYour own website and social media channels are vital aspects of your communications mix These communication tools allow you to communicate your messages in the way you want them to be - without the spin Make sure your website is regularly updated with fresh new copy that has been well written and in a way that can be easily understood If this is an area that you need help with then there are lots of quality resources available on the Media Trust website
httpwwwmediatrustorg
For more information about this yearrsquos Hitting the Headlines conference and for other media related resources please check out these links
httpresourcesmediatrustorgeventshitting-the-headlineshttpwwwmediatrustorgnewswirehttpwwwbhforgukheart-healthlife-saving-skillshands-only-cpraspxhttpwwwblottrcomhttpwwwjournalismcoukhttpwwwgowernewscouk
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Food
20
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Thai Curry Puffs
21
Following two recent local produce events hosted by Gower Chillis I was inspired to commit this recipe to writing which was passed to me some years ago With chillis being a key ingredient to these parcels of delicious aromatic flavours I thought it appropriate to share this recipe now that Gower has its very own local chilli producer The recipe can be tailored to be hot and fiery or mild and creamy - it all depends on the amount and type of chillis you choose to use balanced alongside varying amounts of curry power and coconut milk to suit your taste
The following recipe is reasonably spicy - though not too fiery and hot
Ingredients
Makes approximately 30 small curry puff parcels
2 chicken breasts1 carrot1 potato
1 stick of celery1 red and 1 green chilli
5 garlic cloves1rdquo piece of ginger
1 onion12 teaspoon of mustard seeds
2 cardamon pods2 cloves
1 small cup of peas1 chicken stock cube
12 teaspoon of curry powder200ml of coconut milk
handful of fresh coriandera few splashes of tabasco sauce
salt and pepper to taste 2 x 500g packs of ready to roll puff pastry
1 tablespoon of sunflower oil and2 whisked eggs (with a little salt) for glazing
Gower Chillis
Gower Chillis sauces can be purchased from the Bay Bistro Shop in Rhossili and the Gower Wildflower Centre at BlackhillsFairwood Products also available direct via
wwwgowerchilliscomor by calling Andrew on 07854 319768 (mobile rates apply) The Gower Chillis Green Label sauce has a Thai feel to it as itrsquos flavoured with garlic lime and coriander ldquoThis sauce would be particularly good with Thai Curryrdquo said Andrew Brooks of Gower Chillis Facebook Gower Ch i l l i s Twitter AndrewBr00ks
Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
23
Equipment and Method
a large wok or non-stick pana small pan for parboiling vegetables
a round 3rdquo diameter pastry cutteran egg-wash brush anda non-stick baking tray
Curry Puff Filling
1 Dice the carrot and potato into small square pieces place in a pan of cold water (slightly salted) and parboil the vegetable pieces until tender (this will take around 3 minutes from when the water boils)
2 Meanwhile heat the vegetable oil in the wok adding the mustard seeds cardamon pods and cloves until the seeds start popping At this point remove the spices from the heat
3 Drain the parboiled vegetables and set aside4 Chop the onion into small pieces place the wok back onto a medium
heat add the onion pieces and gently fry (do not let the onion brown)5 Add to the wok finely chopped garlic and ginger gently frying for a
minute6 Dice the chicken into small pieces and add to the wok stirring the
mixture gently until the chicken is sealed7 Put on food preparation gloves (optional) and finely chop one red and
green chilli (removing the seeds for a less fiery mixture)8 Add the chopped chillis along with one finely chopped stick of celery9 Add to the mixture the chicken stock cube and mix gently10 Now add the parboiled vegetables and peas to the mixture11 Sprinkle over a level teaspoon of curry powder12 Add a few dashes of tabasco sauce13 Pour around 200ml of coconut milk into the mixture (adding a little
more or less to create a wet but not too runny mixture)14 Allow the mixture to simmer until the chicken is cooked through and
the mixture is pipping hot15 Add salt and pepper to taste then finally16 Add chopped coriander stir gently and set mixture aside to cool
Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
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Curry Puff Parcels
The easiest way to make these delicious fragrant curry parcels is to use shop bought ready made puff pastry (be sure to remove the pastry from the fridge about 20 minutes before rolling it)
1 Sprinkle some plain flour onto a clean work surface2 Roll out the pastry with a floured rolling pin until the pastry is about
3mm thick3 Using a round pastry cutter cut out as many pieces as possible Recycle
the off-cuts of pastry by re-rolling and cutting out extra pieces4 Once cut slightly roll each pastry piece until a little thinner5 Spoon approximately a teaspoon of mixture placing it in the centre of
a piece of pastry6 Brush some egg-wash around the edges of the pastry then add another
piece of pastry on top Slightly press down the edges of the parcel to seal
7 Using the pastry cutter place the cutter over the parcel to trim the edges of the parcel You should be left with a neat round pastry parcel filled with your curry mixture
8 Repeat the process until you have used up all your pastrymixture9 Place your parcels on a greased baking tray10Wash the top of each parcel with egg-wash then finally11Place the parcels on the baking tray into a pre-heated oven (190degC
375degFGM5) and cook for around 20-25 minutes (the parcels should look brown and puffy)
Curry puffs can be served hot or cold Cooled curry puffs can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 24 hours
Enjoy
copy2012 Words and images by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower NewsRecipe adapted from a concept by Nelly Wilson Aldershot
During the late 18th and 19th centuries the remote Gower coastline was a l u c r a t i v e h a v e n f o r smugglers
Beneath the cliffs at Port Eynon a cave called Culver Hole is set between two rock faces and has a masonry wall and a staircase leading up four floors
Culver Hole is believed to have links with the legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in h a n d y f o r s t o w i n g a w a y contraband
Va r i o u s s mu g g l i n g g a n g s operated under the very noses of the establishment making the job o f t h e c u s t o m s o f f i c i a l s particularly difficult Farms at Great and Little Highway occupied by William Hawkin Arthur the self-styled smuggling k ing were the cen t re o f o p e r a t i o n s S e e m i n g l y invincible it was customs officer Francis Bevan an ancestor of both Silvanus and Anne who in 1804 seized some 420 casks of spirits from a concealed cellar in both farmhouses causing the collapse of this particular gangrsquos operations
Frances Bevan was formerly a history correspondent on the Swindon Advertiser she has written extensively on people places and events in the history of Swindon
Frances has a number of blogs of which lsquoDear Georgersquo is one
The lsquoDear Georgersquo blog tells the real-life story of 15-year-old George Bevan who left home to begin an apprenticeship in his unclersquos ironmongerrsquos shop in Llandudno the blog focuses on subsequent correspondence between the boy and his family in Gower that was to run for over 50 years
If you would like to read more about the Bevan family from Gower visit
georgebevanblogspotcouk
copy 2012 Unless otherwise stated text and images courtesy of Frances Bevan - lsquoDear Georgersquo
History
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Shipwrecks and Smuggling
By Frances Bevan
This incident illustrates just how dangerous the work of customs officers could be as Francis had to contend with a mob of more than 200 people as he endeavoured to get the casks into safe keeping Guarding the haul in transit proved equally difficult and by the time the consignment reached Swansea it was found to be 17 casks short In a subsequent report Francis explained how he had given up some of the casks to secure the safe transference of the bulk of the shipment
Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851
Culver Hole Early 20th centuryPhotographer unknown - copy Dear George
Culver Hole As seen today copy Photograph - Gower News
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Culver Hole is believed to have links with the
legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in handy for stowing away contraband
ldquo
rdquo
Letters from the Bevan family in Overton to apprentice ironmonger George in Llandudno contain frequent references to relatives and neighbours gone to sea and sometimes lost at sea
From the first publication of The Cambrian newspaper in 1804 until the end of the 20th century there were 250 reported shipwrecks along the Gower coastline
In a letter to George dated January 23 1879 Anne writes ndash ldquoLast Monday night a Norweggian Barque came on Shore under Slade Cliff Laden with Indian Corn Maize All the Crew are saved amp are at Porteynon The men round here have got work getting out the Cargo Frank has been up seeing the wreck this afternoonrdquo
In a community dominated by events at sea Annersquos letter to George dated March 10 1879 makes reference to events surrounding one particular shipwreck
On the evening of Tuesday February 11 1879 the Mary Stenhouse a Liverpool ship carrying 350 tons of pig iron ran aground at Rhossilli The ship launched a boat conveying nine members of the twenty strong crew including the masterrsquos wife Mrs Hedgecock but it capsized before reaching the shore and all ten people on board were drowned The remaining crew members were safely rescued Lloyds Agent George Gibbs Annersquos cousin sent the tug Hero to go to the aid of the stricken vessel which was later towed to Swansea
ldquoMrs George Gibbs of Porteynon is gone to Liverpool today about the Salvage of the Mary Stenhouse If you see an account of the Trial in any newspaper send it for your Father to read there is great talk about it hererdquo Anne writes to her son
But for some of the local men there was work to be had from salvaging the ships that ran aground on the Gower coast In January 1881 Sill writes to his brother George about the coal carrying Cresswell that was wrecked to the west of Sladersquos foot
History
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ldquoThe wreck has been bought by the firm lsquoBevan amp Corsquo comprising C amp S Bevan J Steven Overton J Stephen Porteynon J Hughes for pound50 We are therefore very busy every day wrecking amp expect to clear a little dust by our bargaininghelliprdquo
The Australian barque was a complete wreck with the accident attributed to errors made by the master and the mate The stipendiary magistrate and nautical assessors suspended the masterrsquos certificate for three months and the matersquos for six at a Board of Trade inquiry held at the Guildhall Swansea
The Horton and Port Eynon RNLI Lifeboat Station at as seen todaycopy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
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ldquoThe schooner Emma of Plymouth going from Newport to the South of Cornwall with coal put in on Oxwich Sand today having carried away her main sail amp other sails she would not steer They expect to save the ship by discharging her so we are expecting coal cheaprdquo Sill continued in the same letter
Following the wreck of the Agnes Jack on January 27 1883 and just ten days later the Surprise lost with all hands under Overton cliffs a lifeboat station at Port Eynon was opened in 1884
But the dangerous location of this station saw it closed in 1919 following the loss of the lifeboat Janet in 1916 when it went to the aid of the SS Dunvegan Three members of the crew lost their lives that night Coxswain Billy Gibbs William Eynon second coxswain and lifeboatman George Harry are remembered on a memorial looking out to sea in the churchyard at St Cattwgrsquos Port Eynon
Read more about casualties along the dangerous Gower coastline on httpwwwshipwrecks-walescouk
History
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Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851rdquo
ldquo
Lifeboatmen and Sailor Memorial St Cattwgs Church Port Eynon Gowercopy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
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The Author Ann Thomas
BiographyWriting poetry and making up stories since she was a child Ann only started to write seriously when her children were grown Her main ambition is to write science fiction but along the way she got distracted by local history and poetry about her stroke Taking early retirement gave her the chance to concentrate on her writing
Book Launch
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Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
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The book uses the life of Alina de Breos to tell the story of the barons rebellion which started in the Lordship of Gower in 1320 and eventually led to the toppling of Edward II from the English throne Alina ended up with her son in the Tower of London her husband executed and all her estates confiscated When Edward II was deposed the Lordship of Gower was returned to her in an act of mercy by Edward III and legend has it that she built the chapel on Oystermouth Castle
Talking about her new book Ann said ldquoOne day I was standing in Swansea town centre opposite the ruins of Swansea Castle and I wondered what the castle and the town were like in the castlersquos heyday I searched the internet and went to the library and found a remarkable story that captured my imagination Three years later and lots more research and writing and there is a bookrdquo
Annrsquos Book lsquoAlinarsquo The White Lady of Oystermouth is now available at the following outlets in Swansea and Gower
Swansea Museum National Waterfront Museum Swansea City Centre Tourist Information Centre Uplands Bookshop Mumbles Tourist Information Centre Cover to Cover Bookshop Shepherds at Parkmill Gower Heritage Centre Gower Kite and Surf Centre Pitton Cross Caravan Park
Rhossili Reynoldston Post Office Crofty Post Office
E-book available on Smashwordshttpwwwsmashwordscombooksview145799
Oystermouth Castle is scheduled to re-open on 16th June 2012 Annrsquos new book will be on sale in the Visitors Centre in Alinarsquos Chapel
Local Personality
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Nick ldquoEXTREME SUNBATHINGrdquo in New Zealand
Name Nick Rees - REESY by nickname
Age 23
Job Events amp Marketing Associate within the surf industry
Education I went to Bishopston Comprehensive and later graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 21 in Sports Management
I grew up in Mumbles and have always taken advantage of the coastal lifestyle wersquore
so lucky to have on our doorstep
Picture G-Land Indonesia
Nick Rees (REESY)
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TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
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REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
wwwreesyphotographycouk
REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
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My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
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To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
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oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
KitesurfingTourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
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Danger ndash experienced surfers only
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
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BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
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Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
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Weather
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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amp Craft Markets
GORSEINON CRAFT FESTIVAL
SUNDAY 29th APRIL 2012
10AM - 4PM
Gower Crafts and Artisans in the Marquee Invite You to a Fun Sunday
JEWELLERY TEXTILES WOOL PRODUCTS FUSED GLASS CARDS WOODEN FURNITURE AND BOXES
CERAMICS SLATE and DRIFTWOOD PIECES
Join the workshops for children and create some
OLYMPIC ART with Sara Holden of ldquoSculptures by the Seardquo
Create Olympic Medals Bronze Silver or Gold andor Snazzy Olympic Spectacles from willow cane and other
materials ready for the greatest sporting event in the world Olympics 2012
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Eighth Gower Walking Festival 9-24 June 2012
Centred on Britainrsquos first AONB the Gower Walking Festival is a great opportunity to see the wonderful scenery and abundant wildlife of the Gower peninsula and surrounds
This year there are 73 guided walks and activities for experienced walkers to leisurely strollers
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LOCAL EVENTS
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Whatrsquos On Around Gower
2012-04-28 Gorseinon Food Festival Saturday 28th April 2012
2012-04-29 Gorseinon Craft Festival Sunday 29th April 2012
2012-05-05 BoardwalkFence Repairs with The National Trust Gower
2012-05-05 Forest School SNPT Family Fun Day
2012-05-06 Dawn Chorus Walk Cwm Ivy with The National Trust Gower
2012-05-06 Loughor Inshore Rescue Family Fun Day
2012-05-12 Coeden Fach Tree Nursery Open Day - 12th May 2012
2012-05-12 Big Beach Clean Up 12th May 2012 Knab Rock Mumbles Swansea
2012-05-12 Cheese and Cider Weekend at The Gower Heritage Centre Swansea
2012-05-17 Fathers Day Lunch at Willow Court at Campion Gardens Retirement
Village
2012-05-18 Tea Dance at Willow Court at Campion Gardens Retirement Village
2012-05-19 Dawn Chorus Walk amp Simple Breakfast St Madoc Centre Gower
2012-05-19 Nearly New Sale in aid of Wales Air Ambulance
2012-06-02 Bracken Clearance at Cwm Ivy Tor with The National Trust Gower
GowerNews
Gowerrsquos Hyper-Local News Event and Information Guide
Issue 1130th March 2012
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THE FESTIVAL
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E i g h t h G o w e r Walking Festival 9-24 June 2012
Centred on Britainrsquos first AONB the Gower Walking Festival is a great opportunity to see the wonder fu l scenery and abundant wildlife of the Gower p e n i n s u l a a n d surrounds
This year there are 73 gu ided wa lk s and a c t i v i t i e s f o r experienced walkers to leisurely strollers
Organised by Loughor Inshore Rescue
In an Emergency Dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard
Loughor Inshore Rescue are proud to Present
Family Fun-day 2012
Sunday 6th May 12-7pm
Registered charity No 1024113
Come and join us on our 2ndAnnual Family Fun Day come
down and meet the Crew and enjoy an afternoon of relaxation by the River Fully licenced bar and BBQ and free
parking at INA Bearings Stalls and attractions for all the Family
In Attendance South Wales Police-Mid amp West Wales Fire Brigadendash Welsh
Ambulancendash Mobile Coastguard Mud Rescue Unit Helicopters are subject to availability
FREE ENTRY
At
The Lifeboat Station Gwydr Place Loughor SA4 6TW
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Tell us about your Gower and Swansea Bay eventsEmail your event details to editorialgowernewscouk
NEXT ISSUE 25TH MAY 2012
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Forest School SNPT
A free family fun day out
Saturday 5th May 2012 Open Day
Bishoprsquos Wood Nature Reserve Caswell Swansea
Call in anytime from 1100am to 300pm
Craft workshops
Games
Campfire
Den Building Environmental activities and more
For more information please see our website wwwforestschoolsnptorguk
Funded by the Rural Development Plan for those living in the RDP area
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MURTON MAY DAY EVENT
Murton May Day Event Murton Green Gower
1pm Monday 7th May 2012
Traditional maypole dancing refreshments ice creams candy floss inflatables stalls and much moreincluding the miniature garden and unusualcharacter fruit and veg competitions
Lots of fun for the whole familyhttpwwwgowerccorgukbishopstonbishopstonhomephp
A chance to meet Pennard First Responders volunteers from the local community who donate their spare time to attend appropriate 999 calls they provide first hand emergency care t o p e o p l e i n t h e i r o w n community until an ambulance vehicle reaches the scene All volunteers are trained by the Welsh Ambulance Service to administer basic first aid skills oxygen therapy cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the use of a defibrillator
Learn Emergency Life Support Watch the British Heart Foundationrsquos online video starring Vinnie Jones
wwwbhforgukheart-healthlife-saving-skillshands-only-cpraspx
Pennard First Responders
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wwwcoedenfachwetpaintcom
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Editorial
16
Words by Ian Ambrose BA (Hons) Public Services FInstAM(Dip) MInstLM | Citizen JournalistEditor Gower News
Citizen journalism helping to shape news in the 21st centuryJournalism has changed and so has the way in which people hear about read see interact and consume news on a daily basis News reporting is no longer the sole remit of professional journalists working in traditional settings - you only have to look back to Libya and more recently Syria to see that in some situations globally citizens are getting their news noticed - particularly through the use of Twitter and YouTube - and are becoming the first to break news items ahead of traditional mainstream media outlets
Blottrcom - a user generated news service - is one website which is facilitating ways that allow citizens to generate news stories as they break traditional media outlets are also creating innovative ways to enable citizens to shape the news before it is lsquobroadcastrsquo According to Dan Roberts the Guardianrsquos national editor All media is blurring together in a new way Speaking at the lsquoHitting the Headlinesrsquo Media Trust Conference in London earlier this month week Dan explained about how the Guardian is experimenting with opennews as a way of allowing readers to shape the Guardianrsquos news coverage The Guardianrsquos Open Newslist allows citizens to interact with the Guardianrsquos editors and reporters about upcoming stories as they work on them - this allows the Guardian to consider other views that may not have come to light until after a news item has been published and made public
Relevance it would seem is more important than audience size Citizen journalism news service Blottrcom launched in August 2010 and currently generates around 3 million unique visitors a month Blottrcom believes lsquothe best news stories come from people at the scene who are able to capture and report on stories as they unfoldrsquo However some argue that sites such as Blottrcom cannot really compete with mainstream media But according to Blottrrsquos founder Adam Baker when it comes to audience size ldquoIts about relevance not numbersrdquo
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Lessons in Managing a Successful PR Campaign
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The issue of relevance is perhaps a particularly important point to remember especially for business and organisations looking to secure press coverage It seems the key to successful public relations communication is the relevance of news to a particular audience whether its the launch of a national integrated marketing campaign by a major not for profit organisation or the celebrity presentation of a cheque at a small charityrsquos annual summer fayre the relevance of the message to the target audience is the important point to remember
5 LESSONS FROM lsquoHITTING THE HEADLINESrsquo MEDIA TRUST SPRING CONFERENCE 2012
1 Develop a media communications strategy and commit it to writing It may be the last thing on your lsquoto do listrsquo but taking time to think about who your target audience is will be time well spent Once you have defined your target audience you need to think about the ways in which the media can best help you communicate your messages Caroline Vogt from Aegis Media suggests that if you can tap into an emotion (eg peoplersquos passions what people enjoy or something that creates a sense of community) then its much more powerful How consumers absorb media and advertising has also changed models of persuading people to like or buy a product or service are becoming old-school - the new model of marketing is about tapping into peoplersquos passions by communicating to them the real emotional benefits of buying or liking your product or service
Photo Sue Llewellyn Gavin Sheppard Janet Street Porter and
Adam Baker discuss the Future of News at the Hitting the Headlines
Conference in London
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Editorial
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2 Generic press releases are unlikely to have much impactRather than spending valuable time writing and sending out generic press releases first consider the types of media outlets that best apply to your target audience As a hyper-local media outlet Gower News is bombarded by press releases on a daily basis - many simply do not get used because they are considered largely irrelevant to Gower News readers When you are ready to communicate a piece of news to a news outlet first pick up the phone and speak directly to a journalist within your chosen media outlet about your news By having a conversation with a journalist within the media outlet that best matches your target audience you are much more likely to find out what exactly the media outlet would like to hear about and when Armed with this information you can shape your press release accordingly and are therefore much more likely to have your news item used by the media outlet you are targeting with your news story
3 If talking to mainstream media supply what they needAgain this comes back to getting in touch directly with relevant journalists and asking them for feedback Most media outlets have topic-related journalists If your news is in response to crime donrsquot contact the journalist responsible for the sports column They say a picture is worth a thousand words so a good quality photograph to accompany your news story is also quite essential Donrsquot forget that most journalistsrsquo time is limited make their life easy by supplying what they need in an accessible way Copy should be sent in an email and not just as a PDF
W h e n i t c o m e s t o aud i ence s i ze ldquoI t s about relevance not numbersrdquo
Adam Baker Blottrcom
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4 Make use of the community newswireThe Community Newswire at the Media Trust sent out nearly 800 stories during January and February 2012 The service helps charities communities and citizen journalists get their stories into the national and regional media The best of the submitted press releases and photos are selected and written up by dedicated Press Association journalists and distributed to thousands of newsrooms across the UK Even if you havent got a specific news item keep an eye on the news to see if something your organisation is doing can be pegged to the current news agenda look out for angles that can be turned into a story
5 Donrsquot forget the power of social media and your own public relations and marketing communication systemsYour own website and social media channels are vital aspects of your communications mix These communication tools allow you to communicate your messages in the way you want them to be - without the spin Make sure your website is regularly updated with fresh new copy that has been well written and in a way that can be easily understood If this is an area that you need help with then there are lots of quality resources available on the Media Trust website
httpwwwmediatrustorg
For more information about this yearrsquos Hitting the Headlines conference and for other media related resources please check out these links
httpresourcesmediatrustorgeventshitting-the-headlineshttpwwwmediatrustorgnewswirehttpwwwbhforgukheart-healthlife-saving-skillshands-only-cpraspxhttpwwwblottrcomhttpwwwjournalismcoukhttpwwwgowernewscouk
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Food
20
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Thai Curry Puffs
21
Following two recent local produce events hosted by Gower Chillis I was inspired to commit this recipe to writing which was passed to me some years ago With chillis being a key ingredient to these parcels of delicious aromatic flavours I thought it appropriate to share this recipe now that Gower has its very own local chilli producer The recipe can be tailored to be hot and fiery or mild and creamy - it all depends on the amount and type of chillis you choose to use balanced alongside varying amounts of curry power and coconut milk to suit your taste
The following recipe is reasonably spicy - though not too fiery and hot
Ingredients
Makes approximately 30 small curry puff parcels
2 chicken breasts1 carrot1 potato
1 stick of celery1 red and 1 green chilli
5 garlic cloves1rdquo piece of ginger
1 onion12 teaspoon of mustard seeds
2 cardamon pods2 cloves
1 small cup of peas1 chicken stock cube
12 teaspoon of curry powder200ml of coconut milk
handful of fresh coriandera few splashes of tabasco sauce
salt and pepper to taste 2 x 500g packs of ready to roll puff pastry
1 tablespoon of sunflower oil and2 whisked eggs (with a little salt) for glazing
Gower Chillis
Gower Chillis sauces can be purchased from the Bay Bistro Shop in Rhossili and the Gower Wildflower Centre at BlackhillsFairwood Products also available direct via
wwwgowerchilliscomor by calling Andrew on 07854 319768 (mobile rates apply) The Gower Chillis Green Label sauce has a Thai feel to it as itrsquos flavoured with garlic lime and coriander ldquoThis sauce would be particularly good with Thai Curryrdquo said Andrew Brooks of Gower Chillis Facebook Gower Ch i l l i s Twitter AndrewBr00ks
Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
23
Equipment and Method
a large wok or non-stick pana small pan for parboiling vegetables
a round 3rdquo diameter pastry cutteran egg-wash brush anda non-stick baking tray
Curry Puff Filling
1 Dice the carrot and potato into small square pieces place in a pan of cold water (slightly salted) and parboil the vegetable pieces until tender (this will take around 3 minutes from when the water boils)
2 Meanwhile heat the vegetable oil in the wok adding the mustard seeds cardamon pods and cloves until the seeds start popping At this point remove the spices from the heat
3 Drain the parboiled vegetables and set aside4 Chop the onion into small pieces place the wok back onto a medium
heat add the onion pieces and gently fry (do not let the onion brown)5 Add to the wok finely chopped garlic and ginger gently frying for a
minute6 Dice the chicken into small pieces and add to the wok stirring the
mixture gently until the chicken is sealed7 Put on food preparation gloves (optional) and finely chop one red and
green chilli (removing the seeds for a less fiery mixture)8 Add the chopped chillis along with one finely chopped stick of celery9 Add to the mixture the chicken stock cube and mix gently10 Now add the parboiled vegetables and peas to the mixture11 Sprinkle over a level teaspoon of curry powder12 Add a few dashes of tabasco sauce13 Pour around 200ml of coconut milk into the mixture (adding a little
more or less to create a wet but not too runny mixture)14 Allow the mixture to simmer until the chicken is cooked through and
the mixture is pipping hot15 Add salt and pepper to taste then finally16 Add chopped coriander stir gently and set mixture aside to cool
Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
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Curry Puff Parcels
The easiest way to make these delicious fragrant curry parcels is to use shop bought ready made puff pastry (be sure to remove the pastry from the fridge about 20 minutes before rolling it)
1 Sprinkle some plain flour onto a clean work surface2 Roll out the pastry with a floured rolling pin until the pastry is about
3mm thick3 Using a round pastry cutter cut out as many pieces as possible Recycle
the off-cuts of pastry by re-rolling and cutting out extra pieces4 Once cut slightly roll each pastry piece until a little thinner5 Spoon approximately a teaspoon of mixture placing it in the centre of
a piece of pastry6 Brush some egg-wash around the edges of the pastry then add another
piece of pastry on top Slightly press down the edges of the parcel to seal
7 Using the pastry cutter place the cutter over the parcel to trim the edges of the parcel You should be left with a neat round pastry parcel filled with your curry mixture
8 Repeat the process until you have used up all your pastrymixture9 Place your parcels on a greased baking tray10Wash the top of each parcel with egg-wash then finally11Place the parcels on the baking tray into a pre-heated oven (190degC
375degFGM5) and cook for around 20-25 minutes (the parcels should look brown and puffy)
Curry puffs can be served hot or cold Cooled curry puffs can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 24 hours
Enjoy
copy2012 Words and images by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower NewsRecipe adapted from a concept by Nelly Wilson Aldershot
During the late 18th and 19th centuries the remote Gower coastline was a l u c r a t i v e h a v e n f o r smugglers
Beneath the cliffs at Port Eynon a cave called Culver Hole is set between two rock faces and has a masonry wall and a staircase leading up four floors
Culver Hole is believed to have links with the legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in h a n d y f o r s t o w i n g a w a y contraband
Va r i o u s s mu g g l i n g g a n g s operated under the very noses of the establishment making the job o f t h e c u s t o m s o f f i c i a l s particularly difficult Farms at Great and Little Highway occupied by William Hawkin Arthur the self-styled smuggling k ing were the cen t re o f o p e r a t i o n s S e e m i n g l y invincible it was customs officer Francis Bevan an ancestor of both Silvanus and Anne who in 1804 seized some 420 casks of spirits from a concealed cellar in both farmhouses causing the collapse of this particular gangrsquos operations
Frances Bevan was formerly a history correspondent on the Swindon Advertiser she has written extensively on people places and events in the history of Swindon
Frances has a number of blogs of which lsquoDear Georgersquo is one
The lsquoDear Georgersquo blog tells the real-life story of 15-year-old George Bevan who left home to begin an apprenticeship in his unclersquos ironmongerrsquos shop in Llandudno the blog focuses on subsequent correspondence between the boy and his family in Gower that was to run for over 50 years
If you would like to read more about the Bevan family from Gower visit
georgebevanblogspotcouk
copy 2012 Unless otherwise stated text and images courtesy of Frances Bevan - lsquoDear Georgersquo
History
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Shipwrecks and Smuggling
By Frances Bevan
This incident illustrates just how dangerous the work of customs officers could be as Francis had to contend with a mob of more than 200 people as he endeavoured to get the casks into safe keeping Guarding the haul in transit proved equally difficult and by the time the consignment reached Swansea it was found to be 17 casks short In a subsequent report Francis explained how he had given up some of the casks to secure the safe transference of the bulk of the shipment
Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851
Culver Hole Early 20th centuryPhotographer unknown - copy Dear George
Culver Hole As seen today copy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
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Culver Hole is believed to have links with the
legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in handy for stowing away contraband
ldquo
rdquo
Letters from the Bevan family in Overton to apprentice ironmonger George in Llandudno contain frequent references to relatives and neighbours gone to sea and sometimes lost at sea
From the first publication of The Cambrian newspaper in 1804 until the end of the 20th century there were 250 reported shipwrecks along the Gower coastline
In a letter to George dated January 23 1879 Anne writes ndash ldquoLast Monday night a Norweggian Barque came on Shore under Slade Cliff Laden with Indian Corn Maize All the Crew are saved amp are at Porteynon The men round here have got work getting out the Cargo Frank has been up seeing the wreck this afternoonrdquo
In a community dominated by events at sea Annersquos letter to George dated March 10 1879 makes reference to events surrounding one particular shipwreck
On the evening of Tuesday February 11 1879 the Mary Stenhouse a Liverpool ship carrying 350 tons of pig iron ran aground at Rhossilli The ship launched a boat conveying nine members of the twenty strong crew including the masterrsquos wife Mrs Hedgecock but it capsized before reaching the shore and all ten people on board were drowned The remaining crew members were safely rescued Lloyds Agent George Gibbs Annersquos cousin sent the tug Hero to go to the aid of the stricken vessel which was later towed to Swansea
ldquoMrs George Gibbs of Porteynon is gone to Liverpool today about the Salvage of the Mary Stenhouse If you see an account of the Trial in any newspaper send it for your Father to read there is great talk about it hererdquo Anne writes to her son
But for some of the local men there was work to be had from salvaging the ships that ran aground on the Gower coast In January 1881 Sill writes to his brother George about the coal carrying Cresswell that was wrecked to the west of Sladersquos foot
History
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ldquoThe wreck has been bought by the firm lsquoBevan amp Corsquo comprising C amp S Bevan J Steven Overton J Stephen Porteynon J Hughes for pound50 We are therefore very busy every day wrecking amp expect to clear a little dust by our bargaininghelliprdquo
The Australian barque was a complete wreck with the accident attributed to errors made by the master and the mate The stipendiary magistrate and nautical assessors suspended the masterrsquos certificate for three months and the matersquos for six at a Board of Trade inquiry held at the Guildhall Swansea
The Horton and Port Eynon RNLI Lifeboat Station at as seen todaycopy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
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ldquoThe schooner Emma of Plymouth going from Newport to the South of Cornwall with coal put in on Oxwich Sand today having carried away her main sail amp other sails she would not steer They expect to save the ship by discharging her so we are expecting coal cheaprdquo Sill continued in the same letter
Following the wreck of the Agnes Jack on January 27 1883 and just ten days later the Surprise lost with all hands under Overton cliffs a lifeboat station at Port Eynon was opened in 1884
But the dangerous location of this station saw it closed in 1919 following the loss of the lifeboat Janet in 1916 when it went to the aid of the SS Dunvegan Three members of the crew lost their lives that night Coxswain Billy Gibbs William Eynon second coxswain and lifeboatman George Harry are remembered on a memorial looking out to sea in the churchyard at St Cattwgrsquos Port Eynon
Read more about casualties along the dangerous Gower coastline on httpwwwshipwrecks-walescouk
History
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Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851rdquo
ldquo
Lifeboatmen and Sailor Memorial St Cattwgs Church Port Eynon Gowercopy Photograph - Gower News
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The Author Ann Thomas
BiographyWriting poetry and making up stories since she was a child Ann only started to write seriously when her children were grown Her main ambition is to write science fiction but along the way she got distracted by local history and poetry about her stroke Taking early retirement gave her the chance to concentrate on her writing
Book Launch
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Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
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The book uses the life of Alina de Breos to tell the story of the barons rebellion which started in the Lordship of Gower in 1320 and eventually led to the toppling of Edward II from the English throne Alina ended up with her son in the Tower of London her husband executed and all her estates confiscated When Edward II was deposed the Lordship of Gower was returned to her in an act of mercy by Edward III and legend has it that she built the chapel on Oystermouth Castle
Talking about her new book Ann said ldquoOne day I was standing in Swansea town centre opposite the ruins of Swansea Castle and I wondered what the castle and the town were like in the castlersquos heyday I searched the internet and went to the library and found a remarkable story that captured my imagination Three years later and lots more research and writing and there is a bookrdquo
Annrsquos Book lsquoAlinarsquo The White Lady of Oystermouth is now available at the following outlets in Swansea and Gower
Swansea Museum National Waterfront Museum Swansea City Centre Tourist Information Centre Uplands Bookshop Mumbles Tourist Information Centre Cover to Cover Bookshop Shepherds at Parkmill Gower Heritage Centre Gower Kite and Surf Centre Pitton Cross Caravan Park
Rhossili Reynoldston Post Office Crofty Post Office
E-book available on Smashwordshttpwwwsmashwordscombooksview145799
Oystermouth Castle is scheduled to re-open on 16th June 2012 Annrsquos new book will be on sale in the Visitors Centre in Alinarsquos Chapel
Local Personality
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Nick ldquoEXTREME SUNBATHINGrdquo in New Zealand
Name Nick Rees - REESY by nickname
Age 23
Job Events amp Marketing Associate within the surf industry
Education I went to Bishopston Comprehensive and later graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 21 in Sports Management
I grew up in Mumbles and have always taken advantage of the coastal lifestyle wersquore
so lucky to have on our doorstep
Picture G-Land Indonesia
Nick Rees (REESY)
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TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
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REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
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REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
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My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
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For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
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To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing Tourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
General Enquiries amp AdvertisingContact John HughesPhone 01792 299 612
E-mail enquirieswhatsonmagazinecouk
advertisingwhatsonmagazinecouk VIEW THE MAGAZINE AT
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Peaceful sea view rooms and self catering
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388 Mumbles Road
01792 404877
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Surf lessons amp hirein Gower
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Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE TO SW
swansea bay
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mumbles head
Break rating
Easy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing
Tourist Information Centre
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gowersurfersmapgmailcom
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Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
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Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon
morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon
To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
KitesurfingTourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
General Enquiries amp AdvertisingContact John HughesPhone 01792 299 612
E-mail enquirieswhatsonmagazinecouk
advertisingwhatsonmagazinecouk VIEW THE MAGAZINE AT
wwwvisitswanseabaycomevents
wwwgowernews
couk
Peaceful sea view rooms and self catering
5 star singletwindoublesSafe parking and storage
Fresh fruits with amazing breakfasts
388 Mumbles Road
01792 404877
Tides ReachGuest House
PICK UP THIS GUIDE
gowersurfersmap
gowersurfersmapgmailcom
gowersurfersmap
2012
Surf lessons amp hirein Gower
book securely online
07739 536122shopgsdcom
at Clyne Farm CentreMumbles Swansea
YOUR ONE-STOP FORcampsite tipi hire self catering cottages horseriding indoor
climbing archery gorgewalking and
CHALLENGE VALLEYthe muddiest assault course in the world
infogreatgoweroutdoorscom
01792 403333
ZGOAPE8625 GOWERS SURF AD D2indd 1 12102011 1336
httpissuucomgowernewsdocsgowersurfersmap2012
wwwgowernewscouk39
Business
wwwgowernewscouk40
Start Ups
wwwgowernewscouk41
Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
wwwgowernewscouk42
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
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Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
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Weather
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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Eighth Gower Walking Festival 9-24 June 2012
Centred on Britainrsquos first AONB the Gower Walking Festival is a great opportunity to see the wonderful scenery and abundant wildlife of the Gower peninsula and surrounds
This year there are 73 guided walks and activities for experienced walkers to leisurely strollers
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Whatrsquos On Around Gower
2012-04-28 Gorseinon Food Festival Saturday 28th April 2012
2012-04-29 Gorseinon Craft Festival Sunday 29th April 2012
2012-05-05 BoardwalkFence Repairs with The National Trust Gower
2012-05-05 Forest School SNPT Family Fun Day
2012-05-06 Dawn Chorus Walk Cwm Ivy with The National Trust Gower
2012-05-06 Loughor Inshore Rescue Family Fun Day
2012-05-12 Coeden Fach Tree Nursery Open Day - 12th May 2012
2012-05-12 Big Beach Clean Up 12th May 2012 Knab Rock Mumbles Swansea
2012-05-12 Cheese and Cider Weekend at The Gower Heritage Centre Swansea
2012-05-17 Fathers Day Lunch at Willow Court at Campion Gardens Retirement
Village
2012-05-18 Tea Dance at Willow Court at Campion Gardens Retirement Village
2012-05-19 Dawn Chorus Walk amp Simple Breakfast St Madoc Centre Gower
2012-05-19 Nearly New Sale in aid of Wales Air Ambulance
2012-06-02 Bracken Clearance at Cwm Ivy Tor with The National Trust Gower
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Gowerrsquos Hyper-Local News Event and Information Guide
Issue 1130th March 2012
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GOWER NEWS
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THE FESTIVAL
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E i g h t h G o w e r Walking Festival 9-24 June 2012
Centred on Britainrsquos first AONB the Gower Walking Festival is a great opportunity to see the wonder fu l scenery and abundant wildlife of the Gower p e n i n s u l a a n d surrounds
This year there are 73 gu ided wa lk s and a c t i v i t i e s f o r experienced walkers to leisurely strollers
Organised by Loughor Inshore Rescue
In an Emergency Dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard
Loughor Inshore Rescue are proud to Present
Family Fun-day 2012
Sunday 6th May 12-7pm
Registered charity No 1024113
Come and join us on our 2ndAnnual Family Fun Day come
down and meet the Crew and enjoy an afternoon of relaxation by the River Fully licenced bar and BBQ and free
parking at INA Bearings Stalls and attractions for all the Family
In Attendance South Wales Police-Mid amp West Wales Fire Brigadendash Welsh
Ambulancendash Mobile Coastguard Mud Rescue Unit Helicopters are subject to availability
FREE ENTRY
At
The Lifeboat Station Gwydr Place Loughor SA4 6TW
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Tell us about your Gower and Swansea Bay eventsEmail your event details to editorialgowernewscouk
NEXT ISSUE 25TH MAY 2012
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Forest School SNPT
A free family fun day out
Saturday 5th May 2012 Open Day
Bishoprsquos Wood Nature Reserve Caswell Swansea
Call in anytime from 1100am to 300pm
Craft workshops
Games
Campfire
Den Building Environmental activities and more
For more information please see our website wwwforestschoolsnptorguk
Funded by the Rural Development Plan for those living in the RDP area
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MURTON MAY DAY EVENT
Murton May Day Event Murton Green Gower
1pm Monday 7th May 2012
Traditional maypole dancing refreshments ice creams candy floss inflatables stalls and much moreincluding the miniature garden and unusualcharacter fruit and veg competitions
Lots of fun for the whole familyhttpwwwgowerccorgukbishopstonbishopstonhomephp
A chance to meet Pennard First Responders volunteers from the local community who donate their spare time to attend appropriate 999 calls they provide first hand emergency care t o p e o p l e i n t h e i r o w n community until an ambulance vehicle reaches the scene All volunteers are trained by the Welsh Ambulance Service to administer basic first aid skills oxygen therapy cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the use of a defibrillator
Learn Emergency Life Support Watch the British Heart Foundationrsquos online video starring Vinnie Jones
wwwbhforgukheart-healthlife-saving-skillshands-only-cpraspx
Pennard First Responders
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Editorial
16
Words by Ian Ambrose BA (Hons) Public Services FInstAM(Dip) MInstLM | Citizen JournalistEditor Gower News
Citizen journalism helping to shape news in the 21st centuryJournalism has changed and so has the way in which people hear about read see interact and consume news on a daily basis News reporting is no longer the sole remit of professional journalists working in traditional settings - you only have to look back to Libya and more recently Syria to see that in some situations globally citizens are getting their news noticed - particularly through the use of Twitter and YouTube - and are becoming the first to break news items ahead of traditional mainstream media outlets
Blottrcom - a user generated news service - is one website which is facilitating ways that allow citizens to generate news stories as they break traditional media outlets are also creating innovative ways to enable citizens to shape the news before it is lsquobroadcastrsquo According to Dan Roberts the Guardianrsquos national editor All media is blurring together in a new way Speaking at the lsquoHitting the Headlinesrsquo Media Trust Conference in London earlier this month week Dan explained about how the Guardian is experimenting with opennews as a way of allowing readers to shape the Guardianrsquos news coverage The Guardianrsquos Open Newslist allows citizens to interact with the Guardianrsquos editors and reporters about upcoming stories as they work on them - this allows the Guardian to consider other views that may not have come to light until after a news item has been published and made public
Relevance it would seem is more important than audience size Citizen journalism news service Blottrcom launched in August 2010 and currently generates around 3 million unique visitors a month Blottrcom believes lsquothe best news stories come from people at the scene who are able to capture and report on stories as they unfoldrsquo However some argue that sites such as Blottrcom cannot really compete with mainstream media But according to Blottrrsquos founder Adam Baker when it comes to audience size ldquoIts about relevance not numbersrdquo
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Lessons in Managing a Successful PR Campaign
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The issue of relevance is perhaps a particularly important point to remember especially for business and organisations looking to secure press coverage It seems the key to successful public relations communication is the relevance of news to a particular audience whether its the launch of a national integrated marketing campaign by a major not for profit organisation or the celebrity presentation of a cheque at a small charityrsquos annual summer fayre the relevance of the message to the target audience is the important point to remember
5 LESSONS FROM lsquoHITTING THE HEADLINESrsquo MEDIA TRUST SPRING CONFERENCE 2012
1 Develop a media communications strategy and commit it to writing It may be the last thing on your lsquoto do listrsquo but taking time to think about who your target audience is will be time well spent Once you have defined your target audience you need to think about the ways in which the media can best help you communicate your messages Caroline Vogt from Aegis Media suggests that if you can tap into an emotion (eg peoplersquos passions what people enjoy or something that creates a sense of community) then its much more powerful How consumers absorb media and advertising has also changed models of persuading people to like or buy a product or service are becoming old-school - the new model of marketing is about tapping into peoplersquos passions by communicating to them the real emotional benefits of buying or liking your product or service
Photo Sue Llewellyn Gavin Sheppard Janet Street Porter and
Adam Baker discuss the Future of News at the Hitting the Headlines
Conference in London
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2 Generic press releases are unlikely to have much impactRather than spending valuable time writing and sending out generic press releases first consider the types of media outlets that best apply to your target audience As a hyper-local media outlet Gower News is bombarded by press releases on a daily basis - many simply do not get used because they are considered largely irrelevant to Gower News readers When you are ready to communicate a piece of news to a news outlet first pick up the phone and speak directly to a journalist within your chosen media outlet about your news By having a conversation with a journalist within the media outlet that best matches your target audience you are much more likely to find out what exactly the media outlet would like to hear about and when Armed with this information you can shape your press release accordingly and are therefore much more likely to have your news item used by the media outlet you are targeting with your news story
3 If talking to mainstream media supply what they needAgain this comes back to getting in touch directly with relevant journalists and asking them for feedback Most media outlets have topic-related journalists If your news is in response to crime donrsquot contact the journalist responsible for the sports column They say a picture is worth a thousand words so a good quality photograph to accompany your news story is also quite essential Donrsquot forget that most journalistsrsquo time is limited make their life easy by supplying what they need in an accessible way Copy should be sent in an email and not just as a PDF
W h e n i t c o m e s t o aud i ence s i ze ldquoI t s about relevance not numbersrdquo
Adam Baker Blottrcom
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Lessons in Managing a Successful PR Campaign
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4 Make use of the community newswireThe Community Newswire at the Media Trust sent out nearly 800 stories during January and February 2012 The service helps charities communities and citizen journalists get their stories into the national and regional media The best of the submitted press releases and photos are selected and written up by dedicated Press Association journalists and distributed to thousands of newsrooms across the UK Even if you havent got a specific news item keep an eye on the news to see if something your organisation is doing can be pegged to the current news agenda look out for angles that can be turned into a story
5 Donrsquot forget the power of social media and your own public relations and marketing communication systemsYour own website and social media channels are vital aspects of your communications mix These communication tools allow you to communicate your messages in the way you want them to be - without the spin Make sure your website is regularly updated with fresh new copy that has been well written and in a way that can be easily understood If this is an area that you need help with then there are lots of quality resources available on the Media Trust website
httpwwwmediatrustorg
For more information about this yearrsquos Hitting the Headlines conference and for other media related resources please check out these links
httpresourcesmediatrustorgeventshitting-the-headlineshttpwwwmediatrustorgnewswirehttpwwwbhforgukheart-healthlife-saving-skillshands-only-cpraspxhttpwwwblottrcomhttpwwwjournalismcoukhttpwwwgowernewscouk
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Food
20
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Thai Curry Puffs
21
Following two recent local produce events hosted by Gower Chillis I was inspired to commit this recipe to writing which was passed to me some years ago With chillis being a key ingredient to these parcels of delicious aromatic flavours I thought it appropriate to share this recipe now that Gower has its very own local chilli producer The recipe can be tailored to be hot and fiery or mild and creamy - it all depends on the amount and type of chillis you choose to use balanced alongside varying amounts of curry power and coconut milk to suit your taste
The following recipe is reasonably spicy - though not too fiery and hot
Ingredients
Makes approximately 30 small curry puff parcels
2 chicken breasts1 carrot1 potato
1 stick of celery1 red and 1 green chilli
5 garlic cloves1rdquo piece of ginger
1 onion12 teaspoon of mustard seeds
2 cardamon pods2 cloves
1 small cup of peas1 chicken stock cube
12 teaspoon of curry powder200ml of coconut milk
handful of fresh coriandera few splashes of tabasco sauce
salt and pepper to taste 2 x 500g packs of ready to roll puff pastry
1 tablespoon of sunflower oil and2 whisked eggs (with a little salt) for glazing
Gower Chillis
Gower Chillis sauces can be purchased from the Bay Bistro Shop in Rhossili and the Gower Wildflower Centre at BlackhillsFairwood Products also available direct via
wwwgowerchilliscomor by calling Andrew on 07854 319768 (mobile rates apply) The Gower Chillis Green Label sauce has a Thai feel to it as itrsquos flavoured with garlic lime and coriander ldquoThis sauce would be particularly good with Thai Curryrdquo said Andrew Brooks of Gower Chillis Facebook Gower Ch i l l i s Twitter AndrewBr00ks
Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
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Equipment and Method
a large wok or non-stick pana small pan for parboiling vegetables
a round 3rdquo diameter pastry cutteran egg-wash brush anda non-stick baking tray
Curry Puff Filling
1 Dice the carrot and potato into small square pieces place in a pan of cold water (slightly salted) and parboil the vegetable pieces until tender (this will take around 3 minutes from when the water boils)
2 Meanwhile heat the vegetable oil in the wok adding the mustard seeds cardamon pods and cloves until the seeds start popping At this point remove the spices from the heat
3 Drain the parboiled vegetables and set aside4 Chop the onion into small pieces place the wok back onto a medium
heat add the onion pieces and gently fry (do not let the onion brown)5 Add to the wok finely chopped garlic and ginger gently frying for a
minute6 Dice the chicken into small pieces and add to the wok stirring the
mixture gently until the chicken is sealed7 Put on food preparation gloves (optional) and finely chop one red and
green chilli (removing the seeds for a less fiery mixture)8 Add the chopped chillis along with one finely chopped stick of celery9 Add to the mixture the chicken stock cube and mix gently10 Now add the parboiled vegetables and peas to the mixture11 Sprinkle over a level teaspoon of curry powder12 Add a few dashes of tabasco sauce13 Pour around 200ml of coconut milk into the mixture (adding a little
more or less to create a wet but not too runny mixture)14 Allow the mixture to simmer until the chicken is cooked through and
the mixture is pipping hot15 Add salt and pepper to taste then finally16 Add chopped coriander stir gently and set mixture aside to cool
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Thai Curry Puffs
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Curry Puff Parcels
The easiest way to make these delicious fragrant curry parcels is to use shop bought ready made puff pastry (be sure to remove the pastry from the fridge about 20 minutes before rolling it)
1 Sprinkle some plain flour onto a clean work surface2 Roll out the pastry with a floured rolling pin until the pastry is about
3mm thick3 Using a round pastry cutter cut out as many pieces as possible Recycle
the off-cuts of pastry by re-rolling and cutting out extra pieces4 Once cut slightly roll each pastry piece until a little thinner5 Spoon approximately a teaspoon of mixture placing it in the centre of
a piece of pastry6 Brush some egg-wash around the edges of the pastry then add another
piece of pastry on top Slightly press down the edges of the parcel to seal
7 Using the pastry cutter place the cutter over the parcel to trim the edges of the parcel You should be left with a neat round pastry parcel filled with your curry mixture
8 Repeat the process until you have used up all your pastrymixture9 Place your parcels on a greased baking tray10Wash the top of each parcel with egg-wash then finally11Place the parcels on the baking tray into a pre-heated oven (190degC
375degFGM5) and cook for around 20-25 minutes (the parcels should look brown and puffy)
Curry puffs can be served hot or cold Cooled curry puffs can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 24 hours
Enjoy
copy2012 Words and images by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower NewsRecipe adapted from a concept by Nelly Wilson Aldershot
During the late 18th and 19th centuries the remote Gower coastline was a l u c r a t i v e h a v e n f o r smugglers
Beneath the cliffs at Port Eynon a cave called Culver Hole is set between two rock faces and has a masonry wall and a staircase leading up four floors
Culver Hole is believed to have links with the legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in h a n d y f o r s t o w i n g a w a y contraband
Va r i o u s s mu g g l i n g g a n g s operated under the very noses of the establishment making the job o f t h e c u s t o m s o f f i c i a l s particularly difficult Farms at Great and Little Highway occupied by William Hawkin Arthur the self-styled smuggling k ing were the cen t re o f o p e r a t i o n s S e e m i n g l y invincible it was customs officer Francis Bevan an ancestor of both Silvanus and Anne who in 1804 seized some 420 casks of spirits from a concealed cellar in both farmhouses causing the collapse of this particular gangrsquos operations
Frances Bevan was formerly a history correspondent on the Swindon Advertiser she has written extensively on people places and events in the history of Swindon
Frances has a number of blogs of which lsquoDear Georgersquo is one
The lsquoDear Georgersquo blog tells the real-life story of 15-year-old George Bevan who left home to begin an apprenticeship in his unclersquos ironmongerrsquos shop in Llandudno the blog focuses on subsequent correspondence between the boy and his family in Gower that was to run for over 50 years
If you would like to read more about the Bevan family from Gower visit
georgebevanblogspotcouk
copy 2012 Unless otherwise stated text and images courtesy of Frances Bevan - lsquoDear Georgersquo
History
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Shipwrecks and Smuggling
By Frances Bevan
This incident illustrates just how dangerous the work of customs officers could be as Francis had to contend with a mob of more than 200 people as he endeavoured to get the casks into safe keeping Guarding the haul in transit proved equally difficult and by the time the consignment reached Swansea it was found to be 17 casks short In a subsequent report Francis explained how he had given up some of the casks to secure the safe transference of the bulk of the shipment
Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851
Culver Hole Early 20th centuryPhotographer unknown - copy Dear George
Culver Hole As seen today copy Photograph - Gower News
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Culver Hole is believed to have links with the
legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in handy for stowing away contraband
ldquo
rdquo
Letters from the Bevan family in Overton to apprentice ironmonger George in Llandudno contain frequent references to relatives and neighbours gone to sea and sometimes lost at sea
From the first publication of The Cambrian newspaper in 1804 until the end of the 20th century there were 250 reported shipwrecks along the Gower coastline
In a letter to George dated January 23 1879 Anne writes ndash ldquoLast Monday night a Norweggian Barque came on Shore under Slade Cliff Laden with Indian Corn Maize All the Crew are saved amp are at Porteynon The men round here have got work getting out the Cargo Frank has been up seeing the wreck this afternoonrdquo
In a community dominated by events at sea Annersquos letter to George dated March 10 1879 makes reference to events surrounding one particular shipwreck
On the evening of Tuesday February 11 1879 the Mary Stenhouse a Liverpool ship carrying 350 tons of pig iron ran aground at Rhossilli The ship launched a boat conveying nine members of the twenty strong crew including the masterrsquos wife Mrs Hedgecock but it capsized before reaching the shore and all ten people on board were drowned The remaining crew members were safely rescued Lloyds Agent George Gibbs Annersquos cousin sent the tug Hero to go to the aid of the stricken vessel which was later towed to Swansea
ldquoMrs George Gibbs of Porteynon is gone to Liverpool today about the Salvage of the Mary Stenhouse If you see an account of the Trial in any newspaper send it for your Father to read there is great talk about it hererdquo Anne writes to her son
But for some of the local men there was work to be had from salvaging the ships that ran aground on the Gower coast In January 1881 Sill writes to his brother George about the coal carrying Cresswell that was wrecked to the west of Sladersquos foot
History
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ldquoThe wreck has been bought by the firm lsquoBevan amp Corsquo comprising C amp S Bevan J Steven Overton J Stephen Porteynon J Hughes for pound50 We are therefore very busy every day wrecking amp expect to clear a little dust by our bargaininghelliprdquo
The Australian barque was a complete wreck with the accident attributed to errors made by the master and the mate The stipendiary magistrate and nautical assessors suspended the masterrsquos certificate for three months and the matersquos for six at a Board of Trade inquiry held at the Guildhall Swansea
The Horton and Port Eynon RNLI Lifeboat Station at as seen todaycopy Photograph - Gower News
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ldquoThe schooner Emma of Plymouth going from Newport to the South of Cornwall with coal put in on Oxwich Sand today having carried away her main sail amp other sails she would not steer They expect to save the ship by discharging her so we are expecting coal cheaprdquo Sill continued in the same letter
Following the wreck of the Agnes Jack on January 27 1883 and just ten days later the Surprise lost with all hands under Overton cliffs a lifeboat station at Port Eynon was opened in 1884
But the dangerous location of this station saw it closed in 1919 following the loss of the lifeboat Janet in 1916 when it went to the aid of the SS Dunvegan Three members of the crew lost their lives that night Coxswain Billy Gibbs William Eynon second coxswain and lifeboatman George Harry are remembered on a memorial looking out to sea in the churchyard at St Cattwgrsquos Port Eynon
Read more about casualties along the dangerous Gower coastline on httpwwwshipwrecks-walescouk
History
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Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851rdquo
ldquo
Lifeboatmen and Sailor Memorial St Cattwgs Church Port Eynon Gowercopy Photograph - Gower News
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The Author Ann Thomas
BiographyWriting poetry and making up stories since she was a child Ann only started to write seriously when her children were grown Her main ambition is to write science fiction but along the way she got distracted by local history and poetry about her stroke Taking early retirement gave her the chance to concentrate on her writing
Book Launch
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Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
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The book uses the life of Alina de Breos to tell the story of the barons rebellion which started in the Lordship of Gower in 1320 and eventually led to the toppling of Edward II from the English throne Alina ended up with her son in the Tower of London her husband executed and all her estates confiscated When Edward II was deposed the Lordship of Gower was returned to her in an act of mercy by Edward III and legend has it that she built the chapel on Oystermouth Castle
Talking about her new book Ann said ldquoOne day I was standing in Swansea town centre opposite the ruins of Swansea Castle and I wondered what the castle and the town were like in the castlersquos heyday I searched the internet and went to the library and found a remarkable story that captured my imagination Three years later and lots more research and writing and there is a bookrdquo
Annrsquos Book lsquoAlinarsquo The White Lady of Oystermouth is now available at the following outlets in Swansea and Gower
Swansea Museum National Waterfront Museum Swansea City Centre Tourist Information Centre Uplands Bookshop Mumbles Tourist Information Centre Cover to Cover Bookshop Shepherds at Parkmill Gower Heritage Centre Gower Kite and Surf Centre Pitton Cross Caravan Park
Rhossili Reynoldston Post Office Crofty Post Office
E-book available on Smashwordshttpwwwsmashwordscombooksview145799
Oystermouth Castle is scheduled to re-open on 16th June 2012 Annrsquos new book will be on sale in the Visitors Centre in Alinarsquos Chapel
Local Personality
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Nick ldquoEXTREME SUNBATHINGrdquo in New Zealand
Name Nick Rees - REESY by nickname
Age 23
Job Events amp Marketing Associate within the surf industry
Education I went to Bishopston Comprehensive and later graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 21 in Sports Management
I grew up in Mumbles and have always taken advantage of the coastal lifestyle wersquore
so lucky to have on our doorstep
Picture G-Land Indonesia
Nick Rees (REESY)
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TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
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REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
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REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk37
My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
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Llangennith
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Oystermouth
Blackpill
Sketty Lane
Killay
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B4271the north road
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Port Eynon
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port eynon bay
broughton bay
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Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 8rsquo2rsquoWave type
Best tide HighBest wind SE
broughton bay
Ideal swell W to SBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 12rsquo1rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind E
rhossili bay
Ideal swell W to SBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
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Bottom SandMaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell Big WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 4rsquo1rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide HighBest wind NW
oxwich bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Swansea TouristInformation CentrePlymouth StreetSwansea SA1 3QG01792 468321
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE TO SW
swansea bay
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
mumbles head
Break rating
Easy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing
Tourist Information Centre
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heart of Swansearsquos
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
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caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon
morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon
To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
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oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
KitesurfingTourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
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BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
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Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
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Weather
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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THE FESTIVAL
BROCHURE
E i g h t h G o w e r Walking Festival 9-24 June 2012
Centred on Britainrsquos first AONB the Gower Walking Festival is a great opportunity to see the wonder fu l scenery and abundant wildlife of the Gower p e n i n s u l a a n d surrounds
This year there are 73 gu ided wa lk s and a c t i v i t i e s f o r experienced walkers to leisurely strollers
Organised by Loughor Inshore Rescue
In an Emergency Dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard
Loughor Inshore Rescue are proud to Present
Family Fun-day 2012
Sunday 6th May 12-7pm
Registered charity No 1024113
Come and join us on our 2ndAnnual Family Fun Day come
down and meet the Crew and enjoy an afternoon of relaxation by the River Fully licenced bar and BBQ and free
parking at INA Bearings Stalls and attractions for all the Family
In Attendance South Wales Police-Mid amp West Wales Fire Brigadendash Welsh
Ambulancendash Mobile Coastguard Mud Rescue Unit Helicopters are subject to availability
FREE ENTRY
At
The Lifeboat Station Gwydr Place Loughor SA4 6TW
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Tell us about your Gower and Swansea Bay eventsEmail your event details to editorialgowernewscouk
NEXT ISSUE 25TH MAY 2012
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Forest School SNPT
A free family fun day out
Saturday 5th May 2012 Open Day
Bishoprsquos Wood Nature Reserve Caswell Swansea
Call in anytime from 1100am to 300pm
Craft workshops
Games
Campfire
Den Building Environmental activities and more
For more information please see our website wwwforestschoolsnptorguk
Funded by the Rural Development Plan for those living in the RDP area
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MURTON MAY DAY EVENT
Murton May Day Event Murton Green Gower
1pm Monday 7th May 2012
Traditional maypole dancing refreshments ice creams candy floss inflatables stalls and much moreincluding the miniature garden and unusualcharacter fruit and veg competitions
Lots of fun for the whole familyhttpwwwgowerccorgukbishopstonbishopstonhomephp
A chance to meet Pennard First Responders volunteers from the local community who donate their spare time to attend appropriate 999 calls they provide first hand emergency care t o p e o p l e i n t h e i r o w n community until an ambulance vehicle reaches the scene All volunteers are trained by the Welsh Ambulance Service to administer basic first aid skills oxygen therapy cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the use of a defibrillator
Learn Emergency Life Support Watch the British Heart Foundationrsquos online video starring Vinnie Jones
wwwbhforgukheart-healthlife-saving-skillshands-only-cpraspx
Pennard First Responders
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Editorial
16
Words by Ian Ambrose BA (Hons) Public Services FInstAM(Dip) MInstLM | Citizen JournalistEditor Gower News
Citizen journalism helping to shape news in the 21st centuryJournalism has changed and so has the way in which people hear about read see interact and consume news on a daily basis News reporting is no longer the sole remit of professional journalists working in traditional settings - you only have to look back to Libya and more recently Syria to see that in some situations globally citizens are getting their news noticed - particularly through the use of Twitter and YouTube - and are becoming the first to break news items ahead of traditional mainstream media outlets
Blottrcom - a user generated news service - is one website which is facilitating ways that allow citizens to generate news stories as they break traditional media outlets are also creating innovative ways to enable citizens to shape the news before it is lsquobroadcastrsquo According to Dan Roberts the Guardianrsquos national editor All media is blurring together in a new way Speaking at the lsquoHitting the Headlinesrsquo Media Trust Conference in London earlier this month week Dan explained about how the Guardian is experimenting with opennews as a way of allowing readers to shape the Guardianrsquos news coverage The Guardianrsquos Open Newslist allows citizens to interact with the Guardianrsquos editors and reporters about upcoming stories as they work on them - this allows the Guardian to consider other views that may not have come to light until after a news item has been published and made public
Relevance it would seem is more important than audience size Citizen journalism news service Blottrcom launched in August 2010 and currently generates around 3 million unique visitors a month Blottrcom believes lsquothe best news stories come from people at the scene who are able to capture and report on stories as they unfoldrsquo However some argue that sites such as Blottrcom cannot really compete with mainstream media But according to Blottrrsquos founder Adam Baker when it comes to audience size ldquoIts about relevance not numbersrdquo
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Lessons in Managing a Successful PR Campaign
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The issue of relevance is perhaps a particularly important point to remember especially for business and organisations looking to secure press coverage It seems the key to successful public relations communication is the relevance of news to a particular audience whether its the launch of a national integrated marketing campaign by a major not for profit organisation or the celebrity presentation of a cheque at a small charityrsquos annual summer fayre the relevance of the message to the target audience is the important point to remember
5 LESSONS FROM lsquoHITTING THE HEADLINESrsquo MEDIA TRUST SPRING CONFERENCE 2012
1 Develop a media communications strategy and commit it to writing It may be the last thing on your lsquoto do listrsquo but taking time to think about who your target audience is will be time well spent Once you have defined your target audience you need to think about the ways in which the media can best help you communicate your messages Caroline Vogt from Aegis Media suggests that if you can tap into an emotion (eg peoplersquos passions what people enjoy or something that creates a sense of community) then its much more powerful How consumers absorb media and advertising has also changed models of persuading people to like or buy a product or service are becoming old-school - the new model of marketing is about tapping into peoplersquos passions by communicating to them the real emotional benefits of buying or liking your product or service
Photo Sue Llewellyn Gavin Sheppard Janet Street Porter and
Adam Baker discuss the Future of News at the Hitting the Headlines
Conference in London
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2 Generic press releases are unlikely to have much impactRather than spending valuable time writing and sending out generic press releases first consider the types of media outlets that best apply to your target audience As a hyper-local media outlet Gower News is bombarded by press releases on a daily basis - many simply do not get used because they are considered largely irrelevant to Gower News readers When you are ready to communicate a piece of news to a news outlet first pick up the phone and speak directly to a journalist within your chosen media outlet about your news By having a conversation with a journalist within the media outlet that best matches your target audience you are much more likely to find out what exactly the media outlet would like to hear about and when Armed with this information you can shape your press release accordingly and are therefore much more likely to have your news item used by the media outlet you are targeting with your news story
3 If talking to mainstream media supply what they needAgain this comes back to getting in touch directly with relevant journalists and asking them for feedback Most media outlets have topic-related journalists If your news is in response to crime donrsquot contact the journalist responsible for the sports column They say a picture is worth a thousand words so a good quality photograph to accompany your news story is also quite essential Donrsquot forget that most journalistsrsquo time is limited make their life easy by supplying what they need in an accessible way Copy should be sent in an email and not just as a PDF
W h e n i t c o m e s t o aud i ence s i ze ldquoI t s about relevance not numbersrdquo
Adam Baker Blottrcom
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4 Make use of the community newswireThe Community Newswire at the Media Trust sent out nearly 800 stories during January and February 2012 The service helps charities communities and citizen journalists get their stories into the national and regional media The best of the submitted press releases and photos are selected and written up by dedicated Press Association journalists and distributed to thousands of newsrooms across the UK Even if you havent got a specific news item keep an eye on the news to see if something your organisation is doing can be pegged to the current news agenda look out for angles that can be turned into a story
5 Donrsquot forget the power of social media and your own public relations and marketing communication systemsYour own website and social media channels are vital aspects of your communications mix These communication tools allow you to communicate your messages in the way you want them to be - without the spin Make sure your website is regularly updated with fresh new copy that has been well written and in a way that can be easily understood If this is an area that you need help with then there are lots of quality resources available on the Media Trust website
httpwwwmediatrustorg
For more information about this yearrsquos Hitting the Headlines conference and for other media related resources please check out these links
httpresourcesmediatrustorgeventshitting-the-headlineshttpwwwmediatrustorgnewswirehttpwwwbhforgukheart-healthlife-saving-skillshands-only-cpraspxhttpwwwblottrcomhttpwwwjournalismcoukhttpwwwgowernewscouk
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Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
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Following two recent local produce events hosted by Gower Chillis I was inspired to commit this recipe to writing which was passed to me some years ago With chillis being a key ingredient to these parcels of delicious aromatic flavours I thought it appropriate to share this recipe now that Gower has its very own local chilli producer The recipe can be tailored to be hot and fiery or mild and creamy - it all depends on the amount and type of chillis you choose to use balanced alongside varying amounts of curry power and coconut milk to suit your taste
The following recipe is reasonably spicy - though not too fiery and hot
Ingredients
Makes approximately 30 small curry puff parcels
2 chicken breasts1 carrot1 potato
1 stick of celery1 red and 1 green chilli
5 garlic cloves1rdquo piece of ginger
1 onion12 teaspoon of mustard seeds
2 cardamon pods2 cloves
1 small cup of peas1 chicken stock cube
12 teaspoon of curry powder200ml of coconut milk
handful of fresh coriandera few splashes of tabasco sauce
salt and pepper to taste 2 x 500g packs of ready to roll puff pastry
1 tablespoon of sunflower oil and2 whisked eggs (with a little salt) for glazing
Gower Chillis
Gower Chillis sauces can be purchased from the Bay Bistro Shop in Rhossili and the Gower Wildflower Centre at BlackhillsFairwood Products also available direct via
wwwgowerchilliscomor by calling Andrew on 07854 319768 (mobile rates apply) The Gower Chillis Green Label sauce has a Thai feel to it as itrsquos flavoured with garlic lime and coriander ldquoThis sauce would be particularly good with Thai Curryrdquo said Andrew Brooks of Gower Chillis Facebook Gower Ch i l l i s Twitter AndrewBr00ks
Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
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Equipment and Method
a large wok or non-stick pana small pan for parboiling vegetables
a round 3rdquo diameter pastry cutteran egg-wash brush anda non-stick baking tray
Curry Puff Filling
1 Dice the carrot and potato into small square pieces place in a pan of cold water (slightly salted) and parboil the vegetable pieces until tender (this will take around 3 minutes from when the water boils)
2 Meanwhile heat the vegetable oil in the wok adding the mustard seeds cardamon pods and cloves until the seeds start popping At this point remove the spices from the heat
3 Drain the parboiled vegetables and set aside4 Chop the onion into small pieces place the wok back onto a medium
heat add the onion pieces and gently fry (do not let the onion brown)5 Add to the wok finely chopped garlic and ginger gently frying for a
minute6 Dice the chicken into small pieces and add to the wok stirring the
mixture gently until the chicken is sealed7 Put on food preparation gloves (optional) and finely chop one red and
green chilli (removing the seeds for a less fiery mixture)8 Add the chopped chillis along with one finely chopped stick of celery9 Add to the mixture the chicken stock cube and mix gently10 Now add the parboiled vegetables and peas to the mixture11 Sprinkle over a level teaspoon of curry powder12 Add a few dashes of tabasco sauce13 Pour around 200ml of coconut milk into the mixture (adding a little
more or less to create a wet but not too runny mixture)14 Allow the mixture to simmer until the chicken is cooked through and
the mixture is pipping hot15 Add salt and pepper to taste then finally16 Add chopped coriander stir gently and set mixture aside to cool
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Thai Curry Puffs
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Curry Puff Parcels
The easiest way to make these delicious fragrant curry parcels is to use shop bought ready made puff pastry (be sure to remove the pastry from the fridge about 20 minutes before rolling it)
1 Sprinkle some plain flour onto a clean work surface2 Roll out the pastry with a floured rolling pin until the pastry is about
3mm thick3 Using a round pastry cutter cut out as many pieces as possible Recycle
the off-cuts of pastry by re-rolling and cutting out extra pieces4 Once cut slightly roll each pastry piece until a little thinner5 Spoon approximately a teaspoon of mixture placing it in the centre of
a piece of pastry6 Brush some egg-wash around the edges of the pastry then add another
piece of pastry on top Slightly press down the edges of the parcel to seal
7 Using the pastry cutter place the cutter over the parcel to trim the edges of the parcel You should be left with a neat round pastry parcel filled with your curry mixture
8 Repeat the process until you have used up all your pastrymixture9 Place your parcels on a greased baking tray10Wash the top of each parcel with egg-wash then finally11Place the parcels on the baking tray into a pre-heated oven (190degC
375degFGM5) and cook for around 20-25 minutes (the parcels should look brown and puffy)
Curry puffs can be served hot or cold Cooled curry puffs can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 24 hours
Enjoy
copy2012 Words and images by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower NewsRecipe adapted from a concept by Nelly Wilson Aldershot
During the late 18th and 19th centuries the remote Gower coastline was a l u c r a t i v e h a v e n f o r smugglers
Beneath the cliffs at Port Eynon a cave called Culver Hole is set between two rock faces and has a masonry wall and a staircase leading up four floors
Culver Hole is believed to have links with the legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in h a n d y f o r s t o w i n g a w a y contraband
Va r i o u s s mu g g l i n g g a n g s operated under the very noses of the establishment making the job o f t h e c u s t o m s o f f i c i a l s particularly difficult Farms at Great and Little Highway occupied by William Hawkin Arthur the self-styled smuggling k ing were the cen t re o f o p e r a t i o n s S e e m i n g l y invincible it was customs officer Francis Bevan an ancestor of both Silvanus and Anne who in 1804 seized some 420 casks of spirits from a concealed cellar in both farmhouses causing the collapse of this particular gangrsquos operations
Frances Bevan was formerly a history correspondent on the Swindon Advertiser she has written extensively on people places and events in the history of Swindon
Frances has a number of blogs of which lsquoDear Georgersquo is one
The lsquoDear Georgersquo blog tells the real-life story of 15-year-old George Bevan who left home to begin an apprenticeship in his unclersquos ironmongerrsquos shop in Llandudno the blog focuses on subsequent correspondence between the boy and his family in Gower that was to run for over 50 years
If you would like to read more about the Bevan family from Gower visit
georgebevanblogspotcouk
copy 2012 Unless otherwise stated text and images courtesy of Frances Bevan - lsquoDear Georgersquo
History
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Shipwrecks and Smuggling
By Frances Bevan
This incident illustrates just how dangerous the work of customs officers could be as Francis had to contend with a mob of more than 200 people as he endeavoured to get the casks into safe keeping Guarding the haul in transit proved equally difficult and by the time the consignment reached Swansea it was found to be 17 casks short In a subsequent report Francis explained how he had given up some of the casks to secure the safe transference of the bulk of the shipment
Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851
Culver Hole Early 20th centuryPhotographer unknown - copy Dear George
Culver Hole As seen today copy Photograph - Gower News
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Culver Hole is believed to have links with the
legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in handy for stowing away contraband
ldquo
rdquo
Letters from the Bevan family in Overton to apprentice ironmonger George in Llandudno contain frequent references to relatives and neighbours gone to sea and sometimes lost at sea
From the first publication of The Cambrian newspaper in 1804 until the end of the 20th century there were 250 reported shipwrecks along the Gower coastline
In a letter to George dated January 23 1879 Anne writes ndash ldquoLast Monday night a Norweggian Barque came on Shore under Slade Cliff Laden with Indian Corn Maize All the Crew are saved amp are at Porteynon The men round here have got work getting out the Cargo Frank has been up seeing the wreck this afternoonrdquo
In a community dominated by events at sea Annersquos letter to George dated March 10 1879 makes reference to events surrounding one particular shipwreck
On the evening of Tuesday February 11 1879 the Mary Stenhouse a Liverpool ship carrying 350 tons of pig iron ran aground at Rhossilli The ship launched a boat conveying nine members of the twenty strong crew including the masterrsquos wife Mrs Hedgecock but it capsized before reaching the shore and all ten people on board were drowned The remaining crew members were safely rescued Lloyds Agent George Gibbs Annersquos cousin sent the tug Hero to go to the aid of the stricken vessel which was later towed to Swansea
ldquoMrs George Gibbs of Porteynon is gone to Liverpool today about the Salvage of the Mary Stenhouse If you see an account of the Trial in any newspaper send it for your Father to read there is great talk about it hererdquo Anne writes to her son
But for some of the local men there was work to be had from salvaging the ships that ran aground on the Gower coast In January 1881 Sill writes to his brother George about the coal carrying Cresswell that was wrecked to the west of Sladersquos foot
History
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ldquoThe wreck has been bought by the firm lsquoBevan amp Corsquo comprising C amp S Bevan J Steven Overton J Stephen Porteynon J Hughes for pound50 We are therefore very busy every day wrecking amp expect to clear a little dust by our bargaininghelliprdquo
The Australian barque was a complete wreck with the accident attributed to errors made by the master and the mate The stipendiary magistrate and nautical assessors suspended the masterrsquos certificate for three months and the matersquos for six at a Board of Trade inquiry held at the Guildhall Swansea
The Horton and Port Eynon RNLI Lifeboat Station at as seen todaycopy Photograph - Gower News
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ldquoThe schooner Emma of Plymouth going from Newport to the South of Cornwall with coal put in on Oxwich Sand today having carried away her main sail amp other sails she would not steer They expect to save the ship by discharging her so we are expecting coal cheaprdquo Sill continued in the same letter
Following the wreck of the Agnes Jack on January 27 1883 and just ten days later the Surprise lost with all hands under Overton cliffs a lifeboat station at Port Eynon was opened in 1884
But the dangerous location of this station saw it closed in 1919 following the loss of the lifeboat Janet in 1916 when it went to the aid of the SS Dunvegan Three members of the crew lost their lives that night Coxswain Billy Gibbs William Eynon second coxswain and lifeboatman George Harry are remembered on a memorial looking out to sea in the churchyard at St Cattwgrsquos Port Eynon
Read more about casualties along the dangerous Gower coastline on httpwwwshipwrecks-walescouk
History
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Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851rdquo
ldquo
Lifeboatmen and Sailor Memorial St Cattwgs Church Port Eynon Gowercopy Photograph - Gower News
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The Author Ann Thomas
BiographyWriting poetry and making up stories since she was a child Ann only started to write seriously when her children were grown Her main ambition is to write science fiction but along the way she got distracted by local history and poetry about her stroke Taking early retirement gave her the chance to concentrate on her writing
Book Launch
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Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
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The book uses the life of Alina de Breos to tell the story of the barons rebellion which started in the Lordship of Gower in 1320 and eventually led to the toppling of Edward II from the English throne Alina ended up with her son in the Tower of London her husband executed and all her estates confiscated When Edward II was deposed the Lordship of Gower was returned to her in an act of mercy by Edward III and legend has it that she built the chapel on Oystermouth Castle
Talking about her new book Ann said ldquoOne day I was standing in Swansea town centre opposite the ruins of Swansea Castle and I wondered what the castle and the town were like in the castlersquos heyday I searched the internet and went to the library and found a remarkable story that captured my imagination Three years later and lots more research and writing and there is a bookrdquo
Annrsquos Book lsquoAlinarsquo The White Lady of Oystermouth is now available at the following outlets in Swansea and Gower
Swansea Museum National Waterfront Museum Swansea City Centre Tourist Information Centre Uplands Bookshop Mumbles Tourist Information Centre Cover to Cover Bookshop Shepherds at Parkmill Gower Heritage Centre Gower Kite and Surf Centre Pitton Cross Caravan Park
Rhossili Reynoldston Post Office Crofty Post Office
E-book available on Smashwordshttpwwwsmashwordscombooksview145799
Oystermouth Castle is scheduled to re-open on 16th June 2012 Annrsquos new book will be on sale in the Visitors Centre in Alinarsquos Chapel
Local Personality
wwwgowernewscouk34
Nick ldquoEXTREME SUNBATHINGrdquo in New Zealand
Name Nick Rees - REESY by nickname
Age 23
Job Events amp Marketing Associate within the surf industry
Education I went to Bishopston Comprehensive and later graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 21 in Sports Management
I grew up in Mumbles and have always taken advantage of the coastal lifestyle wersquore
so lucky to have on our doorstep
Picture G-Land Indonesia
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk35
TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
wwwgowernewscouk36
REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
wwwreesyphotographycouk
REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk37
My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
limeslade
caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
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To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing Tourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
General Enquiries amp AdvertisingContact John HughesPhone 01792 299 612
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broughton bay
Ideal swell W to SBottom Sand
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rhossili bay
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MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
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caswell bay
Ideal swell Big WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 4rsquo1rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide HighBest wind NW
oxwich bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Swansea TouristInformation CentrePlymouth StreetSwansea SA1 3QG01792 468321
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE TO SW
swansea bay
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
mumbles head
Break rating
Easy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing
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heart of Swansearsquos
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
limeslade
caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
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To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
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oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
KitesurfingTourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
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BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
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Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
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Weather
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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In an Emergency Dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard
Loughor Inshore Rescue are proud to Present
Family Fun-day 2012
Sunday 6th May 12-7pm
Registered charity No 1024113
Come and join us on our 2ndAnnual Family Fun Day come
down and meet the Crew and enjoy an afternoon of relaxation by the River Fully licenced bar and BBQ and free
parking at INA Bearings Stalls and attractions for all the Family
In Attendance South Wales Police-Mid amp West Wales Fire Brigadendash Welsh
Ambulancendash Mobile Coastguard Mud Rescue Unit Helicopters are subject to availability
FREE ENTRY
At
The Lifeboat Station Gwydr Place Loughor SA4 6TW
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Tell us about your Gower and Swansea Bay eventsEmail your event details to editorialgowernewscouk
NEXT ISSUE 25TH MAY 2012
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Forest School SNPT
A free family fun day out
Saturday 5th May 2012 Open Day
Bishoprsquos Wood Nature Reserve Caswell Swansea
Call in anytime from 1100am to 300pm
Craft workshops
Games
Campfire
Den Building Environmental activities and more
For more information please see our website wwwforestschoolsnptorguk
Funded by the Rural Development Plan for those living in the RDP area
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MURTON MAY DAY EVENT
Murton May Day Event Murton Green Gower
1pm Monday 7th May 2012
Traditional maypole dancing refreshments ice creams candy floss inflatables stalls and much moreincluding the miniature garden and unusualcharacter fruit and veg competitions
Lots of fun for the whole familyhttpwwwgowerccorgukbishopstonbishopstonhomephp
A chance to meet Pennard First Responders volunteers from the local community who donate their spare time to attend appropriate 999 calls they provide first hand emergency care t o p e o p l e i n t h e i r o w n community until an ambulance vehicle reaches the scene All volunteers are trained by the Welsh Ambulance Service to administer basic first aid skills oxygen therapy cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the use of a defibrillator
Learn Emergency Life Support Watch the British Heart Foundationrsquos online video starring Vinnie Jones
wwwbhforgukheart-healthlife-saving-skillshands-only-cpraspx
Pennard First Responders
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Editorial
16
Words by Ian Ambrose BA (Hons) Public Services FInstAM(Dip) MInstLM | Citizen JournalistEditor Gower News
Citizen journalism helping to shape news in the 21st centuryJournalism has changed and so has the way in which people hear about read see interact and consume news on a daily basis News reporting is no longer the sole remit of professional journalists working in traditional settings - you only have to look back to Libya and more recently Syria to see that in some situations globally citizens are getting their news noticed - particularly through the use of Twitter and YouTube - and are becoming the first to break news items ahead of traditional mainstream media outlets
Blottrcom - a user generated news service - is one website which is facilitating ways that allow citizens to generate news stories as they break traditional media outlets are also creating innovative ways to enable citizens to shape the news before it is lsquobroadcastrsquo According to Dan Roberts the Guardianrsquos national editor All media is blurring together in a new way Speaking at the lsquoHitting the Headlinesrsquo Media Trust Conference in London earlier this month week Dan explained about how the Guardian is experimenting with opennews as a way of allowing readers to shape the Guardianrsquos news coverage The Guardianrsquos Open Newslist allows citizens to interact with the Guardianrsquos editors and reporters about upcoming stories as they work on them - this allows the Guardian to consider other views that may not have come to light until after a news item has been published and made public
Relevance it would seem is more important than audience size Citizen journalism news service Blottrcom launched in August 2010 and currently generates around 3 million unique visitors a month Blottrcom believes lsquothe best news stories come from people at the scene who are able to capture and report on stories as they unfoldrsquo However some argue that sites such as Blottrcom cannot really compete with mainstream media But according to Blottrrsquos founder Adam Baker when it comes to audience size ldquoIts about relevance not numbersrdquo
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The issue of relevance is perhaps a particularly important point to remember especially for business and organisations looking to secure press coverage It seems the key to successful public relations communication is the relevance of news to a particular audience whether its the launch of a national integrated marketing campaign by a major not for profit organisation or the celebrity presentation of a cheque at a small charityrsquos annual summer fayre the relevance of the message to the target audience is the important point to remember
5 LESSONS FROM lsquoHITTING THE HEADLINESrsquo MEDIA TRUST SPRING CONFERENCE 2012
1 Develop a media communications strategy and commit it to writing It may be the last thing on your lsquoto do listrsquo but taking time to think about who your target audience is will be time well spent Once you have defined your target audience you need to think about the ways in which the media can best help you communicate your messages Caroline Vogt from Aegis Media suggests that if you can tap into an emotion (eg peoplersquos passions what people enjoy or something that creates a sense of community) then its much more powerful How consumers absorb media and advertising has also changed models of persuading people to like or buy a product or service are becoming old-school - the new model of marketing is about tapping into peoplersquos passions by communicating to them the real emotional benefits of buying or liking your product or service
Photo Sue Llewellyn Gavin Sheppard Janet Street Porter and
Adam Baker discuss the Future of News at the Hitting the Headlines
Conference in London
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2 Generic press releases are unlikely to have much impactRather than spending valuable time writing and sending out generic press releases first consider the types of media outlets that best apply to your target audience As a hyper-local media outlet Gower News is bombarded by press releases on a daily basis - many simply do not get used because they are considered largely irrelevant to Gower News readers When you are ready to communicate a piece of news to a news outlet first pick up the phone and speak directly to a journalist within your chosen media outlet about your news By having a conversation with a journalist within the media outlet that best matches your target audience you are much more likely to find out what exactly the media outlet would like to hear about and when Armed with this information you can shape your press release accordingly and are therefore much more likely to have your news item used by the media outlet you are targeting with your news story
3 If talking to mainstream media supply what they needAgain this comes back to getting in touch directly with relevant journalists and asking them for feedback Most media outlets have topic-related journalists If your news is in response to crime donrsquot contact the journalist responsible for the sports column They say a picture is worth a thousand words so a good quality photograph to accompany your news story is also quite essential Donrsquot forget that most journalistsrsquo time is limited make their life easy by supplying what they need in an accessible way Copy should be sent in an email and not just as a PDF
W h e n i t c o m e s t o aud i ence s i ze ldquoI t s about relevance not numbersrdquo
Adam Baker Blottrcom
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4 Make use of the community newswireThe Community Newswire at the Media Trust sent out nearly 800 stories during January and February 2012 The service helps charities communities and citizen journalists get their stories into the national and regional media The best of the submitted press releases and photos are selected and written up by dedicated Press Association journalists and distributed to thousands of newsrooms across the UK Even if you havent got a specific news item keep an eye on the news to see if something your organisation is doing can be pegged to the current news agenda look out for angles that can be turned into a story
5 Donrsquot forget the power of social media and your own public relations and marketing communication systemsYour own website and social media channels are vital aspects of your communications mix These communication tools allow you to communicate your messages in the way you want them to be - without the spin Make sure your website is regularly updated with fresh new copy that has been well written and in a way that can be easily understood If this is an area that you need help with then there are lots of quality resources available on the Media Trust website
httpwwwmediatrustorg
For more information about this yearrsquos Hitting the Headlines conference and for other media related resources please check out these links
httpresourcesmediatrustorgeventshitting-the-headlineshttpwwwmediatrustorgnewswirehttpwwwbhforgukheart-healthlife-saving-skillshands-only-cpraspxhttpwwwblottrcomhttpwwwjournalismcoukhttpwwwgowernewscouk
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Food
20
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Thai Curry Puffs
21
Following two recent local produce events hosted by Gower Chillis I was inspired to commit this recipe to writing which was passed to me some years ago With chillis being a key ingredient to these parcels of delicious aromatic flavours I thought it appropriate to share this recipe now that Gower has its very own local chilli producer The recipe can be tailored to be hot and fiery or mild and creamy - it all depends on the amount and type of chillis you choose to use balanced alongside varying amounts of curry power and coconut milk to suit your taste
The following recipe is reasonably spicy - though not too fiery and hot
Ingredients
Makes approximately 30 small curry puff parcels
2 chicken breasts1 carrot1 potato
1 stick of celery1 red and 1 green chilli
5 garlic cloves1rdquo piece of ginger
1 onion12 teaspoon of mustard seeds
2 cardamon pods2 cloves
1 small cup of peas1 chicken stock cube
12 teaspoon of curry powder200ml of coconut milk
handful of fresh coriandera few splashes of tabasco sauce
salt and pepper to taste 2 x 500g packs of ready to roll puff pastry
1 tablespoon of sunflower oil and2 whisked eggs (with a little salt) for glazing
Gower Chillis
Gower Chillis sauces can be purchased from the Bay Bistro Shop in Rhossili and the Gower Wildflower Centre at BlackhillsFairwood Products also available direct via
wwwgowerchilliscomor by calling Andrew on 07854 319768 (mobile rates apply) The Gower Chillis Green Label sauce has a Thai feel to it as itrsquos flavoured with garlic lime and coriander ldquoThis sauce would be particularly good with Thai Curryrdquo said Andrew Brooks of Gower Chillis Facebook Gower Ch i l l i s Twitter AndrewBr00ks
Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
23
Equipment and Method
a large wok or non-stick pana small pan for parboiling vegetables
a round 3rdquo diameter pastry cutteran egg-wash brush anda non-stick baking tray
Curry Puff Filling
1 Dice the carrot and potato into small square pieces place in a pan of cold water (slightly salted) and parboil the vegetable pieces until tender (this will take around 3 minutes from when the water boils)
2 Meanwhile heat the vegetable oil in the wok adding the mustard seeds cardamon pods and cloves until the seeds start popping At this point remove the spices from the heat
3 Drain the parboiled vegetables and set aside4 Chop the onion into small pieces place the wok back onto a medium
heat add the onion pieces and gently fry (do not let the onion brown)5 Add to the wok finely chopped garlic and ginger gently frying for a
minute6 Dice the chicken into small pieces and add to the wok stirring the
mixture gently until the chicken is sealed7 Put on food preparation gloves (optional) and finely chop one red and
green chilli (removing the seeds for a less fiery mixture)8 Add the chopped chillis along with one finely chopped stick of celery9 Add to the mixture the chicken stock cube and mix gently10 Now add the parboiled vegetables and peas to the mixture11 Sprinkle over a level teaspoon of curry powder12 Add a few dashes of tabasco sauce13 Pour around 200ml of coconut milk into the mixture (adding a little
more or less to create a wet but not too runny mixture)14 Allow the mixture to simmer until the chicken is cooked through and
the mixture is pipping hot15 Add salt and pepper to taste then finally16 Add chopped coriander stir gently and set mixture aside to cool
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Thai Curry Puffs
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Curry Puff Parcels
The easiest way to make these delicious fragrant curry parcels is to use shop bought ready made puff pastry (be sure to remove the pastry from the fridge about 20 minutes before rolling it)
1 Sprinkle some plain flour onto a clean work surface2 Roll out the pastry with a floured rolling pin until the pastry is about
3mm thick3 Using a round pastry cutter cut out as many pieces as possible Recycle
the off-cuts of pastry by re-rolling and cutting out extra pieces4 Once cut slightly roll each pastry piece until a little thinner5 Spoon approximately a teaspoon of mixture placing it in the centre of
a piece of pastry6 Brush some egg-wash around the edges of the pastry then add another
piece of pastry on top Slightly press down the edges of the parcel to seal
7 Using the pastry cutter place the cutter over the parcel to trim the edges of the parcel You should be left with a neat round pastry parcel filled with your curry mixture
8 Repeat the process until you have used up all your pastrymixture9 Place your parcels on a greased baking tray10Wash the top of each parcel with egg-wash then finally11Place the parcels on the baking tray into a pre-heated oven (190degC
375degFGM5) and cook for around 20-25 minutes (the parcels should look brown and puffy)
Curry puffs can be served hot or cold Cooled curry puffs can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 24 hours
Enjoy
copy2012 Words and images by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower NewsRecipe adapted from a concept by Nelly Wilson Aldershot
During the late 18th and 19th centuries the remote Gower coastline was a l u c r a t i v e h a v e n f o r smugglers
Beneath the cliffs at Port Eynon a cave called Culver Hole is set between two rock faces and has a masonry wall and a staircase leading up four floors
Culver Hole is believed to have links with the legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in h a n d y f o r s t o w i n g a w a y contraband
Va r i o u s s mu g g l i n g g a n g s operated under the very noses of the establishment making the job o f t h e c u s t o m s o f f i c i a l s particularly difficult Farms at Great and Little Highway occupied by William Hawkin Arthur the self-styled smuggling k ing were the cen t re o f o p e r a t i o n s S e e m i n g l y invincible it was customs officer Francis Bevan an ancestor of both Silvanus and Anne who in 1804 seized some 420 casks of spirits from a concealed cellar in both farmhouses causing the collapse of this particular gangrsquos operations
Frances Bevan was formerly a history correspondent on the Swindon Advertiser she has written extensively on people places and events in the history of Swindon
Frances has a number of blogs of which lsquoDear Georgersquo is one
The lsquoDear Georgersquo blog tells the real-life story of 15-year-old George Bevan who left home to begin an apprenticeship in his unclersquos ironmongerrsquos shop in Llandudno the blog focuses on subsequent correspondence between the boy and his family in Gower that was to run for over 50 years
If you would like to read more about the Bevan family from Gower visit
georgebevanblogspotcouk
copy 2012 Unless otherwise stated text and images courtesy of Frances Bevan - lsquoDear Georgersquo
History
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Shipwrecks and Smuggling
By Frances Bevan
This incident illustrates just how dangerous the work of customs officers could be as Francis had to contend with a mob of more than 200 people as he endeavoured to get the casks into safe keeping Guarding the haul in transit proved equally difficult and by the time the consignment reached Swansea it was found to be 17 casks short In a subsequent report Francis explained how he had given up some of the casks to secure the safe transference of the bulk of the shipment
Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851
Culver Hole Early 20th centuryPhotographer unknown - copy Dear George
Culver Hole As seen today copy Photograph - Gower News
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Culver Hole is believed to have links with the
legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in handy for stowing away contraband
ldquo
rdquo
Letters from the Bevan family in Overton to apprentice ironmonger George in Llandudno contain frequent references to relatives and neighbours gone to sea and sometimes lost at sea
From the first publication of The Cambrian newspaper in 1804 until the end of the 20th century there were 250 reported shipwrecks along the Gower coastline
In a letter to George dated January 23 1879 Anne writes ndash ldquoLast Monday night a Norweggian Barque came on Shore under Slade Cliff Laden with Indian Corn Maize All the Crew are saved amp are at Porteynon The men round here have got work getting out the Cargo Frank has been up seeing the wreck this afternoonrdquo
In a community dominated by events at sea Annersquos letter to George dated March 10 1879 makes reference to events surrounding one particular shipwreck
On the evening of Tuesday February 11 1879 the Mary Stenhouse a Liverpool ship carrying 350 tons of pig iron ran aground at Rhossilli The ship launched a boat conveying nine members of the twenty strong crew including the masterrsquos wife Mrs Hedgecock but it capsized before reaching the shore and all ten people on board were drowned The remaining crew members were safely rescued Lloyds Agent George Gibbs Annersquos cousin sent the tug Hero to go to the aid of the stricken vessel which was later towed to Swansea
ldquoMrs George Gibbs of Porteynon is gone to Liverpool today about the Salvage of the Mary Stenhouse If you see an account of the Trial in any newspaper send it for your Father to read there is great talk about it hererdquo Anne writes to her son
But for some of the local men there was work to be had from salvaging the ships that ran aground on the Gower coast In January 1881 Sill writes to his brother George about the coal carrying Cresswell that was wrecked to the west of Sladersquos foot
History
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ldquoThe wreck has been bought by the firm lsquoBevan amp Corsquo comprising C amp S Bevan J Steven Overton J Stephen Porteynon J Hughes for pound50 We are therefore very busy every day wrecking amp expect to clear a little dust by our bargaininghelliprdquo
The Australian barque was a complete wreck with the accident attributed to errors made by the master and the mate The stipendiary magistrate and nautical assessors suspended the masterrsquos certificate for three months and the matersquos for six at a Board of Trade inquiry held at the Guildhall Swansea
The Horton and Port Eynon RNLI Lifeboat Station at as seen todaycopy Photograph - Gower News
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ldquoThe schooner Emma of Plymouth going from Newport to the South of Cornwall with coal put in on Oxwich Sand today having carried away her main sail amp other sails she would not steer They expect to save the ship by discharging her so we are expecting coal cheaprdquo Sill continued in the same letter
Following the wreck of the Agnes Jack on January 27 1883 and just ten days later the Surprise lost with all hands under Overton cliffs a lifeboat station at Port Eynon was opened in 1884
But the dangerous location of this station saw it closed in 1919 following the loss of the lifeboat Janet in 1916 when it went to the aid of the SS Dunvegan Three members of the crew lost their lives that night Coxswain Billy Gibbs William Eynon second coxswain and lifeboatman George Harry are remembered on a memorial looking out to sea in the churchyard at St Cattwgrsquos Port Eynon
Read more about casualties along the dangerous Gower coastline on httpwwwshipwrecks-walescouk
History
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Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851rdquo
ldquo
Lifeboatmen and Sailor Memorial St Cattwgs Church Port Eynon Gowercopy Photograph - Gower News
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The Author Ann Thomas
BiographyWriting poetry and making up stories since she was a child Ann only started to write seriously when her children were grown Her main ambition is to write science fiction but along the way she got distracted by local history and poetry about her stroke Taking early retirement gave her the chance to concentrate on her writing
Book Launch
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Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
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The book uses the life of Alina de Breos to tell the story of the barons rebellion which started in the Lordship of Gower in 1320 and eventually led to the toppling of Edward II from the English throne Alina ended up with her son in the Tower of London her husband executed and all her estates confiscated When Edward II was deposed the Lordship of Gower was returned to her in an act of mercy by Edward III and legend has it that she built the chapel on Oystermouth Castle
Talking about her new book Ann said ldquoOne day I was standing in Swansea town centre opposite the ruins of Swansea Castle and I wondered what the castle and the town were like in the castlersquos heyday I searched the internet and went to the library and found a remarkable story that captured my imagination Three years later and lots more research and writing and there is a bookrdquo
Annrsquos Book lsquoAlinarsquo The White Lady of Oystermouth is now available at the following outlets in Swansea and Gower
Swansea Museum National Waterfront Museum Swansea City Centre Tourist Information Centre Uplands Bookshop Mumbles Tourist Information Centre Cover to Cover Bookshop Shepherds at Parkmill Gower Heritage Centre Gower Kite and Surf Centre Pitton Cross Caravan Park
Rhossili Reynoldston Post Office Crofty Post Office
E-book available on Smashwordshttpwwwsmashwordscombooksview145799
Oystermouth Castle is scheduled to re-open on 16th June 2012 Annrsquos new book will be on sale in the Visitors Centre in Alinarsquos Chapel
Local Personality
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Nick ldquoEXTREME SUNBATHINGrdquo in New Zealand
Name Nick Rees - REESY by nickname
Age 23
Job Events amp Marketing Associate within the surf industry
Education I went to Bishopston Comprehensive and later graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 21 in Sports Management
I grew up in Mumbles and have always taken advantage of the coastal lifestyle wersquore
so lucky to have on our doorstep
Picture G-Land Indonesia
Nick Rees (REESY)
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TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
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REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
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REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
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My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
limeslade
caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
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mumbleshead
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For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
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oystermouth
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Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
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BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
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Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
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Weather
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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Forest School SNPT
A free family fun day out
Saturday 5th May 2012 Open Day
Bishoprsquos Wood Nature Reserve Caswell Swansea
Call in anytime from 1100am to 300pm
Craft workshops
Games
Campfire
Den Building Environmental activities and more
For more information please see our website wwwforestschoolsnptorguk
Funded by the Rural Development Plan for those living in the RDP area
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MURTON MAY DAY EVENT
Murton May Day Event Murton Green Gower
1pm Monday 7th May 2012
Traditional maypole dancing refreshments ice creams candy floss inflatables stalls and much moreincluding the miniature garden and unusualcharacter fruit and veg competitions
Lots of fun for the whole familyhttpwwwgowerccorgukbishopstonbishopstonhomephp
A chance to meet Pennard First Responders volunteers from the local community who donate their spare time to attend appropriate 999 calls they provide first hand emergency care t o p e o p l e i n t h e i r o w n community until an ambulance vehicle reaches the scene All volunteers are trained by the Welsh Ambulance Service to administer basic first aid skills oxygen therapy cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the use of a defibrillator
Learn Emergency Life Support Watch the British Heart Foundationrsquos online video starring Vinnie Jones
wwwbhforgukheart-healthlife-saving-skillshands-only-cpraspx
Pennard First Responders
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wwwcoedenfachwetpaintcom
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Editorial
16
Words by Ian Ambrose BA (Hons) Public Services FInstAM(Dip) MInstLM | Citizen JournalistEditor Gower News
Citizen journalism helping to shape news in the 21st centuryJournalism has changed and so has the way in which people hear about read see interact and consume news on a daily basis News reporting is no longer the sole remit of professional journalists working in traditional settings - you only have to look back to Libya and more recently Syria to see that in some situations globally citizens are getting their news noticed - particularly through the use of Twitter and YouTube - and are becoming the first to break news items ahead of traditional mainstream media outlets
Blottrcom - a user generated news service - is one website which is facilitating ways that allow citizens to generate news stories as they break traditional media outlets are also creating innovative ways to enable citizens to shape the news before it is lsquobroadcastrsquo According to Dan Roberts the Guardianrsquos national editor All media is blurring together in a new way Speaking at the lsquoHitting the Headlinesrsquo Media Trust Conference in London earlier this month week Dan explained about how the Guardian is experimenting with opennews as a way of allowing readers to shape the Guardianrsquos news coverage The Guardianrsquos Open Newslist allows citizens to interact with the Guardianrsquos editors and reporters about upcoming stories as they work on them - this allows the Guardian to consider other views that may not have come to light until after a news item has been published and made public
Relevance it would seem is more important than audience size Citizen journalism news service Blottrcom launched in August 2010 and currently generates around 3 million unique visitors a month Blottrcom believes lsquothe best news stories come from people at the scene who are able to capture and report on stories as they unfoldrsquo However some argue that sites such as Blottrcom cannot really compete with mainstream media But according to Blottrrsquos founder Adam Baker when it comes to audience size ldquoIts about relevance not numbersrdquo
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Lessons in Managing a Successful PR Campaign
17
The issue of relevance is perhaps a particularly important point to remember especially for business and organisations looking to secure press coverage It seems the key to successful public relations communication is the relevance of news to a particular audience whether its the launch of a national integrated marketing campaign by a major not for profit organisation or the celebrity presentation of a cheque at a small charityrsquos annual summer fayre the relevance of the message to the target audience is the important point to remember
5 LESSONS FROM lsquoHITTING THE HEADLINESrsquo MEDIA TRUST SPRING CONFERENCE 2012
1 Develop a media communications strategy and commit it to writing It may be the last thing on your lsquoto do listrsquo but taking time to think about who your target audience is will be time well spent Once you have defined your target audience you need to think about the ways in which the media can best help you communicate your messages Caroline Vogt from Aegis Media suggests that if you can tap into an emotion (eg peoplersquos passions what people enjoy or something that creates a sense of community) then its much more powerful How consumers absorb media and advertising has also changed models of persuading people to like or buy a product or service are becoming old-school - the new model of marketing is about tapping into peoplersquos passions by communicating to them the real emotional benefits of buying or liking your product or service
Photo Sue Llewellyn Gavin Sheppard Janet Street Porter and
Adam Baker discuss the Future of News at the Hitting the Headlines
Conference in London
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Editorial
18
2 Generic press releases are unlikely to have much impactRather than spending valuable time writing and sending out generic press releases first consider the types of media outlets that best apply to your target audience As a hyper-local media outlet Gower News is bombarded by press releases on a daily basis - many simply do not get used because they are considered largely irrelevant to Gower News readers When you are ready to communicate a piece of news to a news outlet first pick up the phone and speak directly to a journalist within your chosen media outlet about your news By having a conversation with a journalist within the media outlet that best matches your target audience you are much more likely to find out what exactly the media outlet would like to hear about and when Armed with this information you can shape your press release accordingly and are therefore much more likely to have your news item used by the media outlet you are targeting with your news story
3 If talking to mainstream media supply what they needAgain this comes back to getting in touch directly with relevant journalists and asking them for feedback Most media outlets have topic-related journalists If your news is in response to crime donrsquot contact the journalist responsible for the sports column They say a picture is worth a thousand words so a good quality photograph to accompany your news story is also quite essential Donrsquot forget that most journalistsrsquo time is limited make their life easy by supplying what they need in an accessible way Copy should be sent in an email and not just as a PDF
W h e n i t c o m e s t o aud i ence s i ze ldquoI t s about relevance not numbersrdquo
Adam Baker Blottrcom
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Lessons in Managing a Successful PR Campaign
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4 Make use of the community newswireThe Community Newswire at the Media Trust sent out nearly 800 stories during January and February 2012 The service helps charities communities and citizen journalists get their stories into the national and regional media The best of the submitted press releases and photos are selected and written up by dedicated Press Association journalists and distributed to thousands of newsrooms across the UK Even if you havent got a specific news item keep an eye on the news to see if something your organisation is doing can be pegged to the current news agenda look out for angles that can be turned into a story
5 Donrsquot forget the power of social media and your own public relations and marketing communication systemsYour own website and social media channels are vital aspects of your communications mix These communication tools allow you to communicate your messages in the way you want them to be - without the spin Make sure your website is regularly updated with fresh new copy that has been well written and in a way that can be easily understood If this is an area that you need help with then there are lots of quality resources available on the Media Trust website
httpwwwmediatrustorg
For more information about this yearrsquos Hitting the Headlines conference and for other media related resources please check out these links
httpresourcesmediatrustorgeventshitting-the-headlineshttpwwwmediatrustorgnewswirehttpwwwbhforgukheart-healthlife-saving-skillshands-only-cpraspxhttpwwwblottrcomhttpwwwjournalismcoukhttpwwwgowernewscouk
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Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
21
Following two recent local produce events hosted by Gower Chillis I was inspired to commit this recipe to writing which was passed to me some years ago With chillis being a key ingredient to these parcels of delicious aromatic flavours I thought it appropriate to share this recipe now that Gower has its very own local chilli producer The recipe can be tailored to be hot and fiery or mild and creamy - it all depends on the amount and type of chillis you choose to use balanced alongside varying amounts of curry power and coconut milk to suit your taste
The following recipe is reasonably spicy - though not too fiery and hot
Ingredients
Makes approximately 30 small curry puff parcels
2 chicken breasts1 carrot1 potato
1 stick of celery1 red and 1 green chilli
5 garlic cloves1rdquo piece of ginger
1 onion12 teaspoon of mustard seeds
2 cardamon pods2 cloves
1 small cup of peas1 chicken stock cube
12 teaspoon of curry powder200ml of coconut milk
handful of fresh coriandera few splashes of tabasco sauce
salt and pepper to taste 2 x 500g packs of ready to roll puff pastry
1 tablespoon of sunflower oil and2 whisked eggs (with a little salt) for glazing
Gower Chillis
Gower Chillis sauces can be purchased from the Bay Bistro Shop in Rhossili and the Gower Wildflower Centre at BlackhillsFairwood Products also available direct via
wwwgowerchilliscomor by calling Andrew on 07854 319768 (mobile rates apply) The Gower Chillis Green Label sauce has a Thai feel to it as itrsquos flavoured with garlic lime and coriander ldquoThis sauce would be particularly good with Thai Curryrdquo said Andrew Brooks of Gower Chillis Facebook Gower Ch i l l i s Twitter AndrewBr00ks
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Thai Curry Puffs
23
Equipment and Method
a large wok or non-stick pana small pan for parboiling vegetables
a round 3rdquo diameter pastry cutteran egg-wash brush anda non-stick baking tray
Curry Puff Filling
1 Dice the carrot and potato into small square pieces place in a pan of cold water (slightly salted) and parboil the vegetable pieces until tender (this will take around 3 minutes from when the water boils)
2 Meanwhile heat the vegetable oil in the wok adding the mustard seeds cardamon pods and cloves until the seeds start popping At this point remove the spices from the heat
3 Drain the parboiled vegetables and set aside4 Chop the onion into small pieces place the wok back onto a medium
heat add the onion pieces and gently fry (do not let the onion brown)5 Add to the wok finely chopped garlic and ginger gently frying for a
minute6 Dice the chicken into small pieces and add to the wok stirring the
mixture gently until the chicken is sealed7 Put on food preparation gloves (optional) and finely chop one red and
green chilli (removing the seeds for a less fiery mixture)8 Add the chopped chillis along with one finely chopped stick of celery9 Add to the mixture the chicken stock cube and mix gently10 Now add the parboiled vegetables and peas to the mixture11 Sprinkle over a level teaspoon of curry powder12 Add a few dashes of tabasco sauce13 Pour around 200ml of coconut milk into the mixture (adding a little
more or less to create a wet but not too runny mixture)14 Allow the mixture to simmer until the chicken is cooked through and
the mixture is pipping hot15 Add salt and pepper to taste then finally16 Add chopped coriander stir gently and set mixture aside to cool
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Curry Puff Parcels
The easiest way to make these delicious fragrant curry parcels is to use shop bought ready made puff pastry (be sure to remove the pastry from the fridge about 20 minutes before rolling it)
1 Sprinkle some plain flour onto a clean work surface2 Roll out the pastry with a floured rolling pin until the pastry is about
3mm thick3 Using a round pastry cutter cut out as many pieces as possible Recycle
the off-cuts of pastry by re-rolling and cutting out extra pieces4 Once cut slightly roll each pastry piece until a little thinner5 Spoon approximately a teaspoon of mixture placing it in the centre of
a piece of pastry6 Brush some egg-wash around the edges of the pastry then add another
piece of pastry on top Slightly press down the edges of the parcel to seal
7 Using the pastry cutter place the cutter over the parcel to trim the edges of the parcel You should be left with a neat round pastry parcel filled with your curry mixture
8 Repeat the process until you have used up all your pastrymixture9 Place your parcels on a greased baking tray10Wash the top of each parcel with egg-wash then finally11Place the parcels on the baking tray into a pre-heated oven (190degC
375degFGM5) and cook for around 20-25 minutes (the parcels should look brown and puffy)
Curry puffs can be served hot or cold Cooled curry puffs can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 24 hours
Enjoy
copy2012 Words and images by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower NewsRecipe adapted from a concept by Nelly Wilson Aldershot
During the late 18th and 19th centuries the remote Gower coastline was a l u c r a t i v e h a v e n f o r smugglers
Beneath the cliffs at Port Eynon a cave called Culver Hole is set between two rock faces and has a masonry wall and a staircase leading up four floors
Culver Hole is believed to have links with the legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in h a n d y f o r s t o w i n g a w a y contraband
Va r i o u s s mu g g l i n g g a n g s operated under the very noses of the establishment making the job o f t h e c u s t o m s o f f i c i a l s particularly difficult Farms at Great and Little Highway occupied by William Hawkin Arthur the self-styled smuggling k ing were the cen t re o f o p e r a t i o n s S e e m i n g l y invincible it was customs officer Francis Bevan an ancestor of both Silvanus and Anne who in 1804 seized some 420 casks of spirits from a concealed cellar in both farmhouses causing the collapse of this particular gangrsquos operations
Frances Bevan was formerly a history correspondent on the Swindon Advertiser she has written extensively on people places and events in the history of Swindon
Frances has a number of blogs of which lsquoDear Georgersquo is one
The lsquoDear Georgersquo blog tells the real-life story of 15-year-old George Bevan who left home to begin an apprenticeship in his unclersquos ironmongerrsquos shop in Llandudno the blog focuses on subsequent correspondence between the boy and his family in Gower that was to run for over 50 years
If you would like to read more about the Bevan family from Gower visit
georgebevanblogspotcouk
copy 2012 Unless otherwise stated text and images courtesy of Frances Bevan - lsquoDear Georgersquo
History
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Shipwrecks and Smuggling
By Frances Bevan
This incident illustrates just how dangerous the work of customs officers could be as Francis had to contend with a mob of more than 200 people as he endeavoured to get the casks into safe keeping Guarding the haul in transit proved equally difficult and by the time the consignment reached Swansea it was found to be 17 casks short In a subsequent report Francis explained how he had given up some of the casks to secure the safe transference of the bulk of the shipment
Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851
Culver Hole Early 20th centuryPhotographer unknown - copy Dear George
Culver Hole As seen today copy Photograph - Gower News
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Culver Hole is believed to have links with the
legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in handy for stowing away contraband
ldquo
rdquo
Letters from the Bevan family in Overton to apprentice ironmonger George in Llandudno contain frequent references to relatives and neighbours gone to sea and sometimes lost at sea
From the first publication of The Cambrian newspaper in 1804 until the end of the 20th century there were 250 reported shipwrecks along the Gower coastline
In a letter to George dated January 23 1879 Anne writes ndash ldquoLast Monday night a Norweggian Barque came on Shore under Slade Cliff Laden with Indian Corn Maize All the Crew are saved amp are at Porteynon The men round here have got work getting out the Cargo Frank has been up seeing the wreck this afternoonrdquo
In a community dominated by events at sea Annersquos letter to George dated March 10 1879 makes reference to events surrounding one particular shipwreck
On the evening of Tuesday February 11 1879 the Mary Stenhouse a Liverpool ship carrying 350 tons of pig iron ran aground at Rhossilli The ship launched a boat conveying nine members of the twenty strong crew including the masterrsquos wife Mrs Hedgecock but it capsized before reaching the shore and all ten people on board were drowned The remaining crew members were safely rescued Lloyds Agent George Gibbs Annersquos cousin sent the tug Hero to go to the aid of the stricken vessel which was later towed to Swansea
ldquoMrs George Gibbs of Porteynon is gone to Liverpool today about the Salvage of the Mary Stenhouse If you see an account of the Trial in any newspaper send it for your Father to read there is great talk about it hererdquo Anne writes to her son
But for some of the local men there was work to be had from salvaging the ships that ran aground on the Gower coast In January 1881 Sill writes to his brother George about the coal carrying Cresswell that was wrecked to the west of Sladersquos foot
History
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ldquoThe wreck has been bought by the firm lsquoBevan amp Corsquo comprising C amp S Bevan J Steven Overton J Stephen Porteynon J Hughes for pound50 We are therefore very busy every day wrecking amp expect to clear a little dust by our bargaininghelliprdquo
The Australian barque was a complete wreck with the accident attributed to errors made by the master and the mate The stipendiary magistrate and nautical assessors suspended the masterrsquos certificate for three months and the matersquos for six at a Board of Trade inquiry held at the Guildhall Swansea
The Horton and Port Eynon RNLI Lifeboat Station at as seen todaycopy Photograph - Gower News
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ldquoThe schooner Emma of Plymouth going from Newport to the South of Cornwall with coal put in on Oxwich Sand today having carried away her main sail amp other sails she would not steer They expect to save the ship by discharging her so we are expecting coal cheaprdquo Sill continued in the same letter
Following the wreck of the Agnes Jack on January 27 1883 and just ten days later the Surprise lost with all hands under Overton cliffs a lifeboat station at Port Eynon was opened in 1884
But the dangerous location of this station saw it closed in 1919 following the loss of the lifeboat Janet in 1916 when it went to the aid of the SS Dunvegan Three members of the crew lost their lives that night Coxswain Billy Gibbs William Eynon second coxswain and lifeboatman George Harry are remembered on a memorial looking out to sea in the churchyard at St Cattwgrsquos Port Eynon
Read more about casualties along the dangerous Gower coastline on httpwwwshipwrecks-walescouk
History
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Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851rdquo
ldquo
Lifeboatmen and Sailor Memorial St Cattwgs Church Port Eynon Gowercopy Photograph - Gower News
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The Author Ann Thomas
BiographyWriting poetry and making up stories since she was a child Ann only started to write seriously when her children were grown Her main ambition is to write science fiction but along the way she got distracted by local history and poetry about her stroke Taking early retirement gave her the chance to concentrate on her writing
Book Launch
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Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
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The book uses the life of Alina de Breos to tell the story of the barons rebellion which started in the Lordship of Gower in 1320 and eventually led to the toppling of Edward II from the English throne Alina ended up with her son in the Tower of London her husband executed and all her estates confiscated When Edward II was deposed the Lordship of Gower was returned to her in an act of mercy by Edward III and legend has it that she built the chapel on Oystermouth Castle
Talking about her new book Ann said ldquoOne day I was standing in Swansea town centre opposite the ruins of Swansea Castle and I wondered what the castle and the town were like in the castlersquos heyday I searched the internet and went to the library and found a remarkable story that captured my imagination Three years later and lots more research and writing and there is a bookrdquo
Annrsquos Book lsquoAlinarsquo The White Lady of Oystermouth is now available at the following outlets in Swansea and Gower
Swansea Museum National Waterfront Museum Swansea City Centre Tourist Information Centre Uplands Bookshop Mumbles Tourist Information Centre Cover to Cover Bookshop Shepherds at Parkmill Gower Heritage Centre Gower Kite and Surf Centre Pitton Cross Caravan Park
Rhossili Reynoldston Post Office Crofty Post Office
E-book available on Smashwordshttpwwwsmashwordscombooksview145799
Oystermouth Castle is scheduled to re-open on 16th June 2012 Annrsquos new book will be on sale in the Visitors Centre in Alinarsquos Chapel
Local Personality
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Nick ldquoEXTREME SUNBATHINGrdquo in New Zealand
Name Nick Rees - REESY by nickname
Age 23
Job Events amp Marketing Associate within the surf industry
Education I went to Bishopston Comprehensive and later graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 21 in Sports Management
I grew up in Mumbles and have always taken advantage of the coastal lifestyle wersquore
so lucky to have on our doorstep
Picture G-Land Indonesia
Nick Rees (REESY)
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TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
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REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
wwwreesyphotographycouk
REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
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My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
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For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
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Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing Tourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
General Enquiries amp AdvertisingContact John HughesPhone 01792 299 612
E-mail enquirieswhatsonmagazinecouk
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wwwvisitswanseabaycomevents
wwwgowernews
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Fresh fruits with amazing breakfasts
388 Mumbles Road
01792 404877
Tides ReachGuest House
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book securely online
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Sketty Lane
Killay
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B4271the north road
Three Crosses
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Port Eynon
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Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
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Best tide HighBest wind SE
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Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE TO SW
swansea bay
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
mumbles head
Break rating
Easy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing
Tourist Information Centre
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gowersurfersmapgmailcom
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bay
RhossiliRhossili
464 GOWER RDKILLAY
SWANSEASA2 7DZ
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Oystermouth
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heart of Swansearsquos
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
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caswell bay
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A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
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swansea bay
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon
morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon
To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
KitesurfingTourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
General Enquiries amp AdvertisingContact John HughesPhone 01792 299 612
E-mail enquirieswhatsonmagazinecouk
advertisingwhatsonmagazinecouk VIEW THE MAGAZINE AT
wwwvisitswanseabaycomevents
wwwgowernews
couk
Peaceful sea view rooms and self catering
5 star singletwindoublesSafe parking and storage
Fresh fruits with amazing breakfasts
388 Mumbles Road
01792 404877
Tides ReachGuest House
PICK UP THIS GUIDE
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gowersurfersmapgmailcom
gowersurfersmap
2012
Surf lessons amp hirein Gower
book securely online
07739 536122shopgsdcom
at Clyne Farm CentreMumbles Swansea
YOUR ONE-STOP FORcampsite tipi hire self catering cottages horseriding indoor
climbing archery gorgewalking and
CHALLENGE VALLEYthe muddiest assault course in the world
infogreatgoweroutdoorscom
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wwwgowernewscouk39
Business
wwwgowernewscouk40
Start Ups
wwwgowernewscouk41
Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
wwwgowernewscouk42
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
wwwgowernewscouk43
Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
wwwgowernewscouk44
With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
walkingthegowercouk
wwwgowernewscouk45
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Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
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Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
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Weather
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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MURTON MAY DAY EVENT
Murton May Day Event Murton Green Gower
1pm Monday 7th May 2012
Traditional maypole dancing refreshments ice creams candy floss inflatables stalls and much moreincluding the miniature garden and unusualcharacter fruit and veg competitions
Lots of fun for the whole familyhttpwwwgowerccorgukbishopstonbishopstonhomephp
A chance to meet Pennard First Responders volunteers from the local community who donate their spare time to attend appropriate 999 calls they provide first hand emergency care t o p e o p l e i n t h e i r o w n community until an ambulance vehicle reaches the scene All volunteers are trained by the Welsh Ambulance Service to administer basic first aid skills oxygen therapy cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the use of a defibrillator
Learn Emergency Life Support Watch the British Heart Foundationrsquos online video starring Vinnie Jones
wwwbhforgukheart-healthlife-saving-skillshands-only-cpraspx
Pennard First Responders
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Editorial
16
Words by Ian Ambrose BA (Hons) Public Services FInstAM(Dip) MInstLM | Citizen JournalistEditor Gower News
Citizen journalism helping to shape news in the 21st centuryJournalism has changed and so has the way in which people hear about read see interact and consume news on a daily basis News reporting is no longer the sole remit of professional journalists working in traditional settings - you only have to look back to Libya and more recently Syria to see that in some situations globally citizens are getting their news noticed - particularly through the use of Twitter and YouTube - and are becoming the first to break news items ahead of traditional mainstream media outlets
Blottrcom - a user generated news service - is one website which is facilitating ways that allow citizens to generate news stories as they break traditional media outlets are also creating innovative ways to enable citizens to shape the news before it is lsquobroadcastrsquo According to Dan Roberts the Guardianrsquos national editor All media is blurring together in a new way Speaking at the lsquoHitting the Headlinesrsquo Media Trust Conference in London earlier this month week Dan explained about how the Guardian is experimenting with opennews as a way of allowing readers to shape the Guardianrsquos news coverage The Guardianrsquos Open Newslist allows citizens to interact with the Guardianrsquos editors and reporters about upcoming stories as they work on them - this allows the Guardian to consider other views that may not have come to light until after a news item has been published and made public
Relevance it would seem is more important than audience size Citizen journalism news service Blottrcom launched in August 2010 and currently generates around 3 million unique visitors a month Blottrcom believes lsquothe best news stories come from people at the scene who are able to capture and report on stories as they unfoldrsquo However some argue that sites such as Blottrcom cannot really compete with mainstream media But according to Blottrrsquos founder Adam Baker when it comes to audience size ldquoIts about relevance not numbersrdquo
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Lessons in Managing a Successful PR Campaign
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The issue of relevance is perhaps a particularly important point to remember especially for business and organisations looking to secure press coverage It seems the key to successful public relations communication is the relevance of news to a particular audience whether its the launch of a national integrated marketing campaign by a major not for profit organisation or the celebrity presentation of a cheque at a small charityrsquos annual summer fayre the relevance of the message to the target audience is the important point to remember
5 LESSONS FROM lsquoHITTING THE HEADLINESrsquo MEDIA TRUST SPRING CONFERENCE 2012
1 Develop a media communications strategy and commit it to writing It may be the last thing on your lsquoto do listrsquo but taking time to think about who your target audience is will be time well spent Once you have defined your target audience you need to think about the ways in which the media can best help you communicate your messages Caroline Vogt from Aegis Media suggests that if you can tap into an emotion (eg peoplersquos passions what people enjoy or something that creates a sense of community) then its much more powerful How consumers absorb media and advertising has also changed models of persuading people to like or buy a product or service are becoming old-school - the new model of marketing is about tapping into peoplersquos passions by communicating to them the real emotional benefits of buying or liking your product or service
Photo Sue Llewellyn Gavin Sheppard Janet Street Porter and
Adam Baker discuss the Future of News at the Hitting the Headlines
Conference in London
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18
2 Generic press releases are unlikely to have much impactRather than spending valuable time writing and sending out generic press releases first consider the types of media outlets that best apply to your target audience As a hyper-local media outlet Gower News is bombarded by press releases on a daily basis - many simply do not get used because they are considered largely irrelevant to Gower News readers When you are ready to communicate a piece of news to a news outlet first pick up the phone and speak directly to a journalist within your chosen media outlet about your news By having a conversation with a journalist within the media outlet that best matches your target audience you are much more likely to find out what exactly the media outlet would like to hear about and when Armed with this information you can shape your press release accordingly and are therefore much more likely to have your news item used by the media outlet you are targeting with your news story
3 If talking to mainstream media supply what they needAgain this comes back to getting in touch directly with relevant journalists and asking them for feedback Most media outlets have topic-related journalists If your news is in response to crime donrsquot contact the journalist responsible for the sports column They say a picture is worth a thousand words so a good quality photograph to accompany your news story is also quite essential Donrsquot forget that most journalistsrsquo time is limited make their life easy by supplying what they need in an accessible way Copy should be sent in an email and not just as a PDF
W h e n i t c o m e s t o aud i ence s i ze ldquoI t s about relevance not numbersrdquo
Adam Baker Blottrcom
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4 Make use of the community newswireThe Community Newswire at the Media Trust sent out nearly 800 stories during January and February 2012 The service helps charities communities and citizen journalists get their stories into the national and regional media The best of the submitted press releases and photos are selected and written up by dedicated Press Association journalists and distributed to thousands of newsrooms across the UK Even if you havent got a specific news item keep an eye on the news to see if something your organisation is doing can be pegged to the current news agenda look out for angles that can be turned into a story
5 Donrsquot forget the power of social media and your own public relations and marketing communication systemsYour own website and social media channels are vital aspects of your communications mix These communication tools allow you to communicate your messages in the way you want them to be - without the spin Make sure your website is regularly updated with fresh new copy that has been well written and in a way that can be easily understood If this is an area that you need help with then there are lots of quality resources available on the Media Trust website
httpwwwmediatrustorg
For more information about this yearrsquos Hitting the Headlines conference and for other media related resources please check out these links
httpresourcesmediatrustorgeventshitting-the-headlineshttpwwwmediatrustorgnewswirehttpwwwbhforgukheart-healthlife-saving-skillshands-only-cpraspxhttpwwwblottrcomhttpwwwjournalismcoukhttpwwwgowernewscouk
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Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
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Following two recent local produce events hosted by Gower Chillis I was inspired to commit this recipe to writing which was passed to me some years ago With chillis being a key ingredient to these parcels of delicious aromatic flavours I thought it appropriate to share this recipe now that Gower has its very own local chilli producer The recipe can be tailored to be hot and fiery or mild and creamy - it all depends on the amount and type of chillis you choose to use balanced alongside varying amounts of curry power and coconut milk to suit your taste
The following recipe is reasonably spicy - though not too fiery and hot
Ingredients
Makes approximately 30 small curry puff parcels
2 chicken breasts1 carrot1 potato
1 stick of celery1 red and 1 green chilli
5 garlic cloves1rdquo piece of ginger
1 onion12 teaspoon of mustard seeds
2 cardamon pods2 cloves
1 small cup of peas1 chicken stock cube
12 teaspoon of curry powder200ml of coconut milk
handful of fresh coriandera few splashes of tabasco sauce
salt and pepper to taste 2 x 500g packs of ready to roll puff pastry
1 tablespoon of sunflower oil and2 whisked eggs (with a little salt) for glazing
Gower Chillis
Gower Chillis sauces can be purchased from the Bay Bistro Shop in Rhossili and the Gower Wildflower Centre at BlackhillsFairwood Products also available direct via
wwwgowerchilliscomor by calling Andrew on 07854 319768 (mobile rates apply) The Gower Chillis Green Label sauce has a Thai feel to it as itrsquos flavoured with garlic lime and coriander ldquoThis sauce would be particularly good with Thai Curryrdquo said Andrew Brooks of Gower Chillis Facebook Gower Ch i l l i s Twitter AndrewBr00ks
Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
23
Equipment and Method
a large wok or non-stick pana small pan for parboiling vegetables
a round 3rdquo diameter pastry cutteran egg-wash brush anda non-stick baking tray
Curry Puff Filling
1 Dice the carrot and potato into small square pieces place in a pan of cold water (slightly salted) and parboil the vegetable pieces until tender (this will take around 3 minutes from when the water boils)
2 Meanwhile heat the vegetable oil in the wok adding the mustard seeds cardamon pods and cloves until the seeds start popping At this point remove the spices from the heat
3 Drain the parboiled vegetables and set aside4 Chop the onion into small pieces place the wok back onto a medium
heat add the onion pieces and gently fry (do not let the onion brown)5 Add to the wok finely chopped garlic and ginger gently frying for a
minute6 Dice the chicken into small pieces and add to the wok stirring the
mixture gently until the chicken is sealed7 Put on food preparation gloves (optional) and finely chop one red and
green chilli (removing the seeds for a less fiery mixture)8 Add the chopped chillis along with one finely chopped stick of celery9 Add to the mixture the chicken stock cube and mix gently10 Now add the parboiled vegetables and peas to the mixture11 Sprinkle over a level teaspoon of curry powder12 Add a few dashes of tabasco sauce13 Pour around 200ml of coconut milk into the mixture (adding a little
more or less to create a wet but not too runny mixture)14 Allow the mixture to simmer until the chicken is cooked through and
the mixture is pipping hot15 Add salt and pepper to taste then finally16 Add chopped coriander stir gently and set mixture aside to cool
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Thai Curry Puffs
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Curry Puff Parcels
The easiest way to make these delicious fragrant curry parcels is to use shop bought ready made puff pastry (be sure to remove the pastry from the fridge about 20 minutes before rolling it)
1 Sprinkle some plain flour onto a clean work surface2 Roll out the pastry with a floured rolling pin until the pastry is about
3mm thick3 Using a round pastry cutter cut out as many pieces as possible Recycle
the off-cuts of pastry by re-rolling and cutting out extra pieces4 Once cut slightly roll each pastry piece until a little thinner5 Spoon approximately a teaspoon of mixture placing it in the centre of
a piece of pastry6 Brush some egg-wash around the edges of the pastry then add another
piece of pastry on top Slightly press down the edges of the parcel to seal
7 Using the pastry cutter place the cutter over the parcel to trim the edges of the parcel You should be left with a neat round pastry parcel filled with your curry mixture
8 Repeat the process until you have used up all your pastrymixture9 Place your parcels on a greased baking tray10Wash the top of each parcel with egg-wash then finally11Place the parcels on the baking tray into a pre-heated oven (190degC
375degFGM5) and cook for around 20-25 minutes (the parcels should look brown and puffy)
Curry puffs can be served hot or cold Cooled curry puffs can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 24 hours
Enjoy
copy2012 Words and images by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower NewsRecipe adapted from a concept by Nelly Wilson Aldershot
During the late 18th and 19th centuries the remote Gower coastline was a l u c r a t i v e h a v e n f o r smugglers
Beneath the cliffs at Port Eynon a cave called Culver Hole is set between two rock faces and has a masonry wall and a staircase leading up four floors
Culver Hole is believed to have links with the legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in h a n d y f o r s t o w i n g a w a y contraband
Va r i o u s s mu g g l i n g g a n g s operated under the very noses of the establishment making the job o f t h e c u s t o m s o f f i c i a l s particularly difficult Farms at Great and Little Highway occupied by William Hawkin Arthur the self-styled smuggling k ing were the cen t re o f o p e r a t i o n s S e e m i n g l y invincible it was customs officer Francis Bevan an ancestor of both Silvanus and Anne who in 1804 seized some 420 casks of spirits from a concealed cellar in both farmhouses causing the collapse of this particular gangrsquos operations
Frances Bevan was formerly a history correspondent on the Swindon Advertiser she has written extensively on people places and events in the history of Swindon
Frances has a number of blogs of which lsquoDear Georgersquo is one
The lsquoDear Georgersquo blog tells the real-life story of 15-year-old George Bevan who left home to begin an apprenticeship in his unclersquos ironmongerrsquos shop in Llandudno the blog focuses on subsequent correspondence between the boy and his family in Gower that was to run for over 50 years
If you would like to read more about the Bevan family from Gower visit
georgebevanblogspotcouk
copy 2012 Unless otherwise stated text and images courtesy of Frances Bevan - lsquoDear Georgersquo
History
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Shipwrecks and Smuggling
By Frances Bevan
This incident illustrates just how dangerous the work of customs officers could be as Francis had to contend with a mob of more than 200 people as he endeavoured to get the casks into safe keeping Guarding the haul in transit proved equally difficult and by the time the consignment reached Swansea it was found to be 17 casks short In a subsequent report Francis explained how he had given up some of the casks to secure the safe transference of the bulk of the shipment
Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851
Culver Hole Early 20th centuryPhotographer unknown - copy Dear George
Culver Hole As seen today copy Photograph - Gower News
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Culver Hole is believed to have links with the
legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in handy for stowing away contraband
ldquo
rdquo
Letters from the Bevan family in Overton to apprentice ironmonger George in Llandudno contain frequent references to relatives and neighbours gone to sea and sometimes lost at sea
From the first publication of The Cambrian newspaper in 1804 until the end of the 20th century there were 250 reported shipwrecks along the Gower coastline
In a letter to George dated January 23 1879 Anne writes ndash ldquoLast Monday night a Norweggian Barque came on Shore under Slade Cliff Laden with Indian Corn Maize All the Crew are saved amp are at Porteynon The men round here have got work getting out the Cargo Frank has been up seeing the wreck this afternoonrdquo
In a community dominated by events at sea Annersquos letter to George dated March 10 1879 makes reference to events surrounding one particular shipwreck
On the evening of Tuesday February 11 1879 the Mary Stenhouse a Liverpool ship carrying 350 tons of pig iron ran aground at Rhossilli The ship launched a boat conveying nine members of the twenty strong crew including the masterrsquos wife Mrs Hedgecock but it capsized before reaching the shore and all ten people on board were drowned The remaining crew members were safely rescued Lloyds Agent George Gibbs Annersquos cousin sent the tug Hero to go to the aid of the stricken vessel which was later towed to Swansea
ldquoMrs George Gibbs of Porteynon is gone to Liverpool today about the Salvage of the Mary Stenhouse If you see an account of the Trial in any newspaper send it for your Father to read there is great talk about it hererdquo Anne writes to her son
But for some of the local men there was work to be had from salvaging the ships that ran aground on the Gower coast In January 1881 Sill writes to his brother George about the coal carrying Cresswell that was wrecked to the west of Sladersquos foot
History
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ldquoThe wreck has been bought by the firm lsquoBevan amp Corsquo comprising C amp S Bevan J Steven Overton J Stephen Porteynon J Hughes for pound50 We are therefore very busy every day wrecking amp expect to clear a little dust by our bargaininghelliprdquo
The Australian barque was a complete wreck with the accident attributed to errors made by the master and the mate The stipendiary magistrate and nautical assessors suspended the masterrsquos certificate for three months and the matersquos for six at a Board of Trade inquiry held at the Guildhall Swansea
The Horton and Port Eynon RNLI Lifeboat Station at as seen todaycopy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
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ldquoThe schooner Emma of Plymouth going from Newport to the South of Cornwall with coal put in on Oxwich Sand today having carried away her main sail amp other sails she would not steer They expect to save the ship by discharging her so we are expecting coal cheaprdquo Sill continued in the same letter
Following the wreck of the Agnes Jack on January 27 1883 and just ten days later the Surprise lost with all hands under Overton cliffs a lifeboat station at Port Eynon was opened in 1884
But the dangerous location of this station saw it closed in 1919 following the loss of the lifeboat Janet in 1916 when it went to the aid of the SS Dunvegan Three members of the crew lost their lives that night Coxswain Billy Gibbs William Eynon second coxswain and lifeboatman George Harry are remembered on a memorial looking out to sea in the churchyard at St Cattwgrsquos Port Eynon
Read more about casualties along the dangerous Gower coastline on httpwwwshipwrecks-walescouk
History
wwwgowernewscouk30
Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851rdquo
ldquo
Lifeboatmen and Sailor Memorial St Cattwgs Church Port Eynon Gowercopy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
wwwgowernewscouk31
The Author Ann Thomas
BiographyWriting poetry and making up stories since she was a child Ann only started to write seriously when her children were grown Her main ambition is to write science fiction but along the way she got distracted by local history and poetry about her stroke Taking early retirement gave her the chance to concentrate on her writing
Book Launch
wwwgowernewscouk32
Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
wwwgowernewscouk33
The book uses the life of Alina de Breos to tell the story of the barons rebellion which started in the Lordship of Gower in 1320 and eventually led to the toppling of Edward II from the English throne Alina ended up with her son in the Tower of London her husband executed and all her estates confiscated When Edward II was deposed the Lordship of Gower was returned to her in an act of mercy by Edward III and legend has it that she built the chapel on Oystermouth Castle
Talking about her new book Ann said ldquoOne day I was standing in Swansea town centre opposite the ruins of Swansea Castle and I wondered what the castle and the town were like in the castlersquos heyday I searched the internet and went to the library and found a remarkable story that captured my imagination Three years later and lots more research and writing and there is a bookrdquo
Annrsquos Book lsquoAlinarsquo The White Lady of Oystermouth is now available at the following outlets in Swansea and Gower
Swansea Museum National Waterfront Museum Swansea City Centre Tourist Information Centre Uplands Bookshop Mumbles Tourist Information Centre Cover to Cover Bookshop Shepherds at Parkmill Gower Heritage Centre Gower Kite and Surf Centre Pitton Cross Caravan Park
Rhossili Reynoldston Post Office Crofty Post Office
E-book available on Smashwordshttpwwwsmashwordscombooksview145799
Oystermouth Castle is scheduled to re-open on 16th June 2012 Annrsquos new book will be on sale in the Visitors Centre in Alinarsquos Chapel
Local Personality
wwwgowernewscouk34
Nick ldquoEXTREME SUNBATHINGrdquo in New Zealand
Name Nick Rees - REESY by nickname
Age 23
Job Events amp Marketing Associate within the surf industry
Education I went to Bishopston Comprehensive and later graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 21 in Sports Management
I grew up in Mumbles and have always taken advantage of the coastal lifestyle wersquore
so lucky to have on our doorstep
Picture G-Land Indonesia
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk35
TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
wwwgowernewscouk36
REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
wwwreesyphotographycouk
REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk37
My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
limeslade
caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
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oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing Tourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
General Enquiries amp AdvertisingContact John HughesPhone 01792 299 612
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broughton bay
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MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
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caswell bay
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MaxMin rideable 4rsquo1rsquoWave type Beach LampR
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oxwich bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
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Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE TO SW
swansea bay
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
mumbles head
Break rating
Easy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing
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heart of Swansearsquos
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
limeslade
caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon
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To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
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oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
KitesurfingTourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
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Danger ndash experienced surfers only
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
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BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
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Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
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Weather
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
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Editorial
16
Words by Ian Ambrose BA (Hons) Public Services FInstAM(Dip) MInstLM | Citizen JournalistEditor Gower News
Citizen journalism helping to shape news in the 21st centuryJournalism has changed and so has the way in which people hear about read see interact and consume news on a daily basis News reporting is no longer the sole remit of professional journalists working in traditional settings - you only have to look back to Libya and more recently Syria to see that in some situations globally citizens are getting their news noticed - particularly through the use of Twitter and YouTube - and are becoming the first to break news items ahead of traditional mainstream media outlets
Blottrcom - a user generated news service - is one website which is facilitating ways that allow citizens to generate news stories as they break traditional media outlets are also creating innovative ways to enable citizens to shape the news before it is lsquobroadcastrsquo According to Dan Roberts the Guardianrsquos national editor All media is blurring together in a new way Speaking at the lsquoHitting the Headlinesrsquo Media Trust Conference in London earlier this month week Dan explained about how the Guardian is experimenting with opennews as a way of allowing readers to shape the Guardianrsquos news coverage The Guardianrsquos Open Newslist allows citizens to interact with the Guardianrsquos editors and reporters about upcoming stories as they work on them - this allows the Guardian to consider other views that may not have come to light until after a news item has been published and made public
Relevance it would seem is more important than audience size Citizen journalism news service Blottrcom launched in August 2010 and currently generates around 3 million unique visitors a month Blottrcom believes lsquothe best news stories come from people at the scene who are able to capture and report on stories as they unfoldrsquo However some argue that sites such as Blottrcom cannot really compete with mainstream media But according to Blottrrsquos founder Adam Baker when it comes to audience size ldquoIts about relevance not numbersrdquo
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The issue of relevance is perhaps a particularly important point to remember especially for business and organisations looking to secure press coverage It seems the key to successful public relations communication is the relevance of news to a particular audience whether its the launch of a national integrated marketing campaign by a major not for profit organisation or the celebrity presentation of a cheque at a small charityrsquos annual summer fayre the relevance of the message to the target audience is the important point to remember
5 LESSONS FROM lsquoHITTING THE HEADLINESrsquo MEDIA TRUST SPRING CONFERENCE 2012
1 Develop a media communications strategy and commit it to writing It may be the last thing on your lsquoto do listrsquo but taking time to think about who your target audience is will be time well spent Once you have defined your target audience you need to think about the ways in which the media can best help you communicate your messages Caroline Vogt from Aegis Media suggests that if you can tap into an emotion (eg peoplersquos passions what people enjoy or something that creates a sense of community) then its much more powerful How consumers absorb media and advertising has also changed models of persuading people to like or buy a product or service are becoming old-school - the new model of marketing is about tapping into peoplersquos passions by communicating to them the real emotional benefits of buying or liking your product or service
Photo Sue Llewellyn Gavin Sheppard Janet Street Porter and
Adam Baker discuss the Future of News at the Hitting the Headlines
Conference in London
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2 Generic press releases are unlikely to have much impactRather than spending valuable time writing and sending out generic press releases first consider the types of media outlets that best apply to your target audience As a hyper-local media outlet Gower News is bombarded by press releases on a daily basis - many simply do not get used because they are considered largely irrelevant to Gower News readers When you are ready to communicate a piece of news to a news outlet first pick up the phone and speak directly to a journalist within your chosen media outlet about your news By having a conversation with a journalist within the media outlet that best matches your target audience you are much more likely to find out what exactly the media outlet would like to hear about and when Armed with this information you can shape your press release accordingly and are therefore much more likely to have your news item used by the media outlet you are targeting with your news story
3 If talking to mainstream media supply what they needAgain this comes back to getting in touch directly with relevant journalists and asking them for feedback Most media outlets have topic-related journalists If your news is in response to crime donrsquot contact the journalist responsible for the sports column They say a picture is worth a thousand words so a good quality photograph to accompany your news story is also quite essential Donrsquot forget that most journalistsrsquo time is limited make their life easy by supplying what they need in an accessible way Copy should be sent in an email and not just as a PDF
W h e n i t c o m e s t o aud i ence s i ze ldquoI t s about relevance not numbersrdquo
Adam Baker Blottrcom
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4 Make use of the community newswireThe Community Newswire at the Media Trust sent out nearly 800 stories during January and February 2012 The service helps charities communities and citizen journalists get their stories into the national and regional media The best of the submitted press releases and photos are selected and written up by dedicated Press Association journalists and distributed to thousands of newsrooms across the UK Even if you havent got a specific news item keep an eye on the news to see if something your organisation is doing can be pegged to the current news agenda look out for angles that can be turned into a story
5 Donrsquot forget the power of social media and your own public relations and marketing communication systemsYour own website and social media channels are vital aspects of your communications mix These communication tools allow you to communicate your messages in the way you want them to be - without the spin Make sure your website is regularly updated with fresh new copy that has been well written and in a way that can be easily understood If this is an area that you need help with then there are lots of quality resources available on the Media Trust website
httpwwwmediatrustorg
For more information about this yearrsquos Hitting the Headlines conference and for other media related resources please check out these links
httpresourcesmediatrustorgeventshitting-the-headlineshttpwwwmediatrustorgnewswirehttpwwwbhforgukheart-healthlife-saving-skillshands-only-cpraspxhttpwwwblottrcomhttpwwwjournalismcoukhttpwwwgowernewscouk
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Food
20
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Thai Curry Puffs
21
Following two recent local produce events hosted by Gower Chillis I was inspired to commit this recipe to writing which was passed to me some years ago With chillis being a key ingredient to these parcels of delicious aromatic flavours I thought it appropriate to share this recipe now that Gower has its very own local chilli producer The recipe can be tailored to be hot and fiery or mild and creamy - it all depends on the amount and type of chillis you choose to use balanced alongside varying amounts of curry power and coconut milk to suit your taste
The following recipe is reasonably spicy - though not too fiery and hot
Ingredients
Makes approximately 30 small curry puff parcels
2 chicken breasts1 carrot1 potato
1 stick of celery1 red and 1 green chilli
5 garlic cloves1rdquo piece of ginger
1 onion12 teaspoon of mustard seeds
2 cardamon pods2 cloves
1 small cup of peas1 chicken stock cube
12 teaspoon of curry powder200ml of coconut milk
handful of fresh coriandera few splashes of tabasco sauce
salt and pepper to taste 2 x 500g packs of ready to roll puff pastry
1 tablespoon of sunflower oil and2 whisked eggs (with a little salt) for glazing
Gower Chillis
Gower Chillis sauces can be purchased from the Bay Bistro Shop in Rhossili and the Gower Wildflower Centre at BlackhillsFairwood Products also available direct via
wwwgowerchilliscomor by calling Andrew on 07854 319768 (mobile rates apply) The Gower Chillis Green Label sauce has a Thai feel to it as itrsquos flavoured with garlic lime and coriander ldquoThis sauce would be particularly good with Thai Curryrdquo said Andrew Brooks of Gower Chillis Facebook Gower Ch i l l i s Twitter AndrewBr00ks
Food
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Equipment and Method
a large wok or non-stick pana small pan for parboiling vegetables
a round 3rdquo diameter pastry cutteran egg-wash brush anda non-stick baking tray
Curry Puff Filling
1 Dice the carrot and potato into small square pieces place in a pan of cold water (slightly salted) and parboil the vegetable pieces until tender (this will take around 3 minutes from when the water boils)
2 Meanwhile heat the vegetable oil in the wok adding the mustard seeds cardamon pods and cloves until the seeds start popping At this point remove the spices from the heat
3 Drain the parboiled vegetables and set aside4 Chop the onion into small pieces place the wok back onto a medium
heat add the onion pieces and gently fry (do not let the onion brown)5 Add to the wok finely chopped garlic and ginger gently frying for a
minute6 Dice the chicken into small pieces and add to the wok stirring the
mixture gently until the chicken is sealed7 Put on food preparation gloves (optional) and finely chop one red and
green chilli (removing the seeds for a less fiery mixture)8 Add the chopped chillis along with one finely chopped stick of celery9 Add to the mixture the chicken stock cube and mix gently10 Now add the parboiled vegetables and peas to the mixture11 Sprinkle over a level teaspoon of curry powder12 Add a few dashes of tabasco sauce13 Pour around 200ml of coconut milk into the mixture (adding a little
more or less to create a wet but not too runny mixture)14 Allow the mixture to simmer until the chicken is cooked through and
the mixture is pipping hot15 Add salt and pepper to taste then finally16 Add chopped coriander stir gently and set mixture aside to cool
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Curry Puff Parcels
The easiest way to make these delicious fragrant curry parcels is to use shop bought ready made puff pastry (be sure to remove the pastry from the fridge about 20 minutes before rolling it)
1 Sprinkle some plain flour onto a clean work surface2 Roll out the pastry with a floured rolling pin until the pastry is about
3mm thick3 Using a round pastry cutter cut out as many pieces as possible Recycle
the off-cuts of pastry by re-rolling and cutting out extra pieces4 Once cut slightly roll each pastry piece until a little thinner5 Spoon approximately a teaspoon of mixture placing it in the centre of
a piece of pastry6 Brush some egg-wash around the edges of the pastry then add another
piece of pastry on top Slightly press down the edges of the parcel to seal
7 Using the pastry cutter place the cutter over the parcel to trim the edges of the parcel You should be left with a neat round pastry parcel filled with your curry mixture
8 Repeat the process until you have used up all your pastrymixture9 Place your parcels on a greased baking tray10Wash the top of each parcel with egg-wash then finally11Place the parcels on the baking tray into a pre-heated oven (190degC
375degFGM5) and cook for around 20-25 minutes (the parcels should look brown and puffy)
Curry puffs can be served hot or cold Cooled curry puffs can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 24 hours
Enjoy
copy2012 Words and images by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower NewsRecipe adapted from a concept by Nelly Wilson Aldershot
During the late 18th and 19th centuries the remote Gower coastline was a l u c r a t i v e h a v e n f o r smugglers
Beneath the cliffs at Port Eynon a cave called Culver Hole is set between two rock faces and has a masonry wall and a staircase leading up four floors
Culver Hole is believed to have links with the legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in h a n d y f o r s t o w i n g a w a y contraband
Va r i o u s s mu g g l i n g g a n g s operated under the very noses of the establishment making the job o f t h e c u s t o m s o f f i c i a l s particularly difficult Farms at Great and Little Highway occupied by William Hawkin Arthur the self-styled smuggling k ing were the cen t re o f o p e r a t i o n s S e e m i n g l y invincible it was customs officer Francis Bevan an ancestor of both Silvanus and Anne who in 1804 seized some 420 casks of spirits from a concealed cellar in both farmhouses causing the collapse of this particular gangrsquos operations
Frances Bevan was formerly a history correspondent on the Swindon Advertiser she has written extensively on people places and events in the history of Swindon
Frances has a number of blogs of which lsquoDear Georgersquo is one
The lsquoDear Georgersquo blog tells the real-life story of 15-year-old George Bevan who left home to begin an apprenticeship in his unclersquos ironmongerrsquos shop in Llandudno the blog focuses on subsequent correspondence between the boy and his family in Gower that was to run for over 50 years
If you would like to read more about the Bevan family from Gower visit
georgebevanblogspotcouk
copy 2012 Unless otherwise stated text and images courtesy of Frances Bevan - lsquoDear Georgersquo
History
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Shipwrecks and Smuggling
By Frances Bevan
This incident illustrates just how dangerous the work of customs officers could be as Francis had to contend with a mob of more than 200 people as he endeavoured to get the casks into safe keeping Guarding the haul in transit proved equally difficult and by the time the consignment reached Swansea it was found to be 17 casks short In a subsequent report Francis explained how he had given up some of the casks to secure the safe transference of the bulk of the shipment
Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851
Culver Hole Early 20th centuryPhotographer unknown - copy Dear George
Culver Hole As seen today copy Photograph - Gower News
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Culver Hole is believed to have links with the
legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in handy for stowing away contraband
ldquo
rdquo
Letters from the Bevan family in Overton to apprentice ironmonger George in Llandudno contain frequent references to relatives and neighbours gone to sea and sometimes lost at sea
From the first publication of The Cambrian newspaper in 1804 until the end of the 20th century there were 250 reported shipwrecks along the Gower coastline
In a letter to George dated January 23 1879 Anne writes ndash ldquoLast Monday night a Norweggian Barque came on Shore under Slade Cliff Laden with Indian Corn Maize All the Crew are saved amp are at Porteynon The men round here have got work getting out the Cargo Frank has been up seeing the wreck this afternoonrdquo
In a community dominated by events at sea Annersquos letter to George dated March 10 1879 makes reference to events surrounding one particular shipwreck
On the evening of Tuesday February 11 1879 the Mary Stenhouse a Liverpool ship carrying 350 tons of pig iron ran aground at Rhossilli The ship launched a boat conveying nine members of the twenty strong crew including the masterrsquos wife Mrs Hedgecock but it capsized before reaching the shore and all ten people on board were drowned The remaining crew members were safely rescued Lloyds Agent George Gibbs Annersquos cousin sent the tug Hero to go to the aid of the stricken vessel which was later towed to Swansea
ldquoMrs George Gibbs of Porteynon is gone to Liverpool today about the Salvage of the Mary Stenhouse If you see an account of the Trial in any newspaper send it for your Father to read there is great talk about it hererdquo Anne writes to her son
But for some of the local men there was work to be had from salvaging the ships that ran aground on the Gower coast In January 1881 Sill writes to his brother George about the coal carrying Cresswell that was wrecked to the west of Sladersquos foot
History
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ldquoThe wreck has been bought by the firm lsquoBevan amp Corsquo comprising C amp S Bevan J Steven Overton J Stephen Porteynon J Hughes for pound50 We are therefore very busy every day wrecking amp expect to clear a little dust by our bargaininghelliprdquo
The Australian barque was a complete wreck with the accident attributed to errors made by the master and the mate The stipendiary magistrate and nautical assessors suspended the masterrsquos certificate for three months and the matersquos for six at a Board of Trade inquiry held at the Guildhall Swansea
The Horton and Port Eynon RNLI Lifeboat Station at as seen todaycopy Photograph - Gower News
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ldquoThe schooner Emma of Plymouth going from Newport to the South of Cornwall with coal put in on Oxwich Sand today having carried away her main sail amp other sails she would not steer They expect to save the ship by discharging her so we are expecting coal cheaprdquo Sill continued in the same letter
Following the wreck of the Agnes Jack on January 27 1883 and just ten days later the Surprise lost with all hands under Overton cliffs a lifeboat station at Port Eynon was opened in 1884
But the dangerous location of this station saw it closed in 1919 following the loss of the lifeboat Janet in 1916 when it went to the aid of the SS Dunvegan Three members of the crew lost their lives that night Coxswain Billy Gibbs William Eynon second coxswain and lifeboatman George Harry are remembered on a memorial looking out to sea in the churchyard at St Cattwgrsquos Port Eynon
Read more about casualties along the dangerous Gower coastline on httpwwwshipwrecks-walescouk
History
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Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851rdquo
ldquo
Lifeboatmen and Sailor Memorial St Cattwgs Church Port Eynon Gowercopy Photograph - Gower News
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The Author Ann Thomas
BiographyWriting poetry and making up stories since she was a child Ann only started to write seriously when her children were grown Her main ambition is to write science fiction but along the way she got distracted by local history and poetry about her stroke Taking early retirement gave her the chance to concentrate on her writing
Book Launch
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Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
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The book uses the life of Alina de Breos to tell the story of the barons rebellion which started in the Lordship of Gower in 1320 and eventually led to the toppling of Edward II from the English throne Alina ended up with her son in the Tower of London her husband executed and all her estates confiscated When Edward II was deposed the Lordship of Gower was returned to her in an act of mercy by Edward III and legend has it that she built the chapel on Oystermouth Castle
Talking about her new book Ann said ldquoOne day I was standing in Swansea town centre opposite the ruins of Swansea Castle and I wondered what the castle and the town were like in the castlersquos heyday I searched the internet and went to the library and found a remarkable story that captured my imagination Three years later and lots more research and writing and there is a bookrdquo
Annrsquos Book lsquoAlinarsquo The White Lady of Oystermouth is now available at the following outlets in Swansea and Gower
Swansea Museum National Waterfront Museum Swansea City Centre Tourist Information Centre Uplands Bookshop Mumbles Tourist Information Centre Cover to Cover Bookshop Shepherds at Parkmill Gower Heritage Centre Gower Kite and Surf Centre Pitton Cross Caravan Park
Rhossili Reynoldston Post Office Crofty Post Office
E-book available on Smashwordshttpwwwsmashwordscombooksview145799
Oystermouth Castle is scheduled to re-open on 16th June 2012 Annrsquos new book will be on sale in the Visitors Centre in Alinarsquos Chapel
Local Personality
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Nick ldquoEXTREME SUNBATHINGrdquo in New Zealand
Name Nick Rees - REESY by nickname
Age 23
Job Events amp Marketing Associate within the surf industry
Education I went to Bishopston Comprehensive and later graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 21 in Sports Management
I grew up in Mumbles and have always taken advantage of the coastal lifestyle wersquore
so lucky to have on our doorstep
Picture G-Land Indonesia
Nick Rees (REESY)
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TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
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REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
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REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
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My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
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caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
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Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
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Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
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oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
KitesurfingTourist Information Centre
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Danger ndash experienced surfers only
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
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BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
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Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
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Weather
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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Editorial
16
Words by Ian Ambrose BA (Hons) Public Services FInstAM(Dip) MInstLM | Citizen JournalistEditor Gower News
Citizen journalism helping to shape news in the 21st centuryJournalism has changed and so has the way in which people hear about read see interact and consume news on a daily basis News reporting is no longer the sole remit of professional journalists working in traditional settings - you only have to look back to Libya and more recently Syria to see that in some situations globally citizens are getting their news noticed - particularly through the use of Twitter and YouTube - and are becoming the first to break news items ahead of traditional mainstream media outlets
Blottrcom - a user generated news service - is one website which is facilitating ways that allow citizens to generate news stories as they break traditional media outlets are also creating innovative ways to enable citizens to shape the news before it is lsquobroadcastrsquo According to Dan Roberts the Guardianrsquos national editor All media is blurring together in a new way Speaking at the lsquoHitting the Headlinesrsquo Media Trust Conference in London earlier this month week Dan explained about how the Guardian is experimenting with opennews as a way of allowing readers to shape the Guardianrsquos news coverage The Guardianrsquos Open Newslist allows citizens to interact with the Guardianrsquos editors and reporters about upcoming stories as they work on them - this allows the Guardian to consider other views that may not have come to light until after a news item has been published and made public
Relevance it would seem is more important than audience size Citizen journalism news service Blottrcom launched in August 2010 and currently generates around 3 million unique visitors a month Blottrcom believes lsquothe best news stories come from people at the scene who are able to capture and report on stories as they unfoldrsquo However some argue that sites such as Blottrcom cannot really compete with mainstream media But according to Blottrrsquos founder Adam Baker when it comes to audience size ldquoIts about relevance not numbersrdquo
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Lessons in Managing a Successful PR Campaign
17
The issue of relevance is perhaps a particularly important point to remember especially for business and organisations looking to secure press coverage It seems the key to successful public relations communication is the relevance of news to a particular audience whether its the launch of a national integrated marketing campaign by a major not for profit organisation or the celebrity presentation of a cheque at a small charityrsquos annual summer fayre the relevance of the message to the target audience is the important point to remember
5 LESSONS FROM lsquoHITTING THE HEADLINESrsquo MEDIA TRUST SPRING CONFERENCE 2012
1 Develop a media communications strategy and commit it to writing It may be the last thing on your lsquoto do listrsquo but taking time to think about who your target audience is will be time well spent Once you have defined your target audience you need to think about the ways in which the media can best help you communicate your messages Caroline Vogt from Aegis Media suggests that if you can tap into an emotion (eg peoplersquos passions what people enjoy or something that creates a sense of community) then its much more powerful How consumers absorb media and advertising has also changed models of persuading people to like or buy a product or service are becoming old-school - the new model of marketing is about tapping into peoplersquos passions by communicating to them the real emotional benefits of buying or liking your product or service
Photo Sue Llewellyn Gavin Sheppard Janet Street Porter and
Adam Baker discuss the Future of News at the Hitting the Headlines
Conference in London
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Editorial
18
2 Generic press releases are unlikely to have much impactRather than spending valuable time writing and sending out generic press releases first consider the types of media outlets that best apply to your target audience As a hyper-local media outlet Gower News is bombarded by press releases on a daily basis - many simply do not get used because they are considered largely irrelevant to Gower News readers When you are ready to communicate a piece of news to a news outlet first pick up the phone and speak directly to a journalist within your chosen media outlet about your news By having a conversation with a journalist within the media outlet that best matches your target audience you are much more likely to find out what exactly the media outlet would like to hear about and when Armed with this information you can shape your press release accordingly and are therefore much more likely to have your news item used by the media outlet you are targeting with your news story
3 If talking to mainstream media supply what they needAgain this comes back to getting in touch directly with relevant journalists and asking them for feedback Most media outlets have topic-related journalists If your news is in response to crime donrsquot contact the journalist responsible for the sports column They say a picture is worth a thousand words so a good quality photograph to accompany your news story is also quite essential Donrsquot forget that most journalistsrsquo time is limited make their life easy by supplying what they need in an accessible way Copy should be sent in an email and not just as a PDF
W h e n i t c o m e s t o aud i ence s i ze ldquoI t s about relevance not numbersrdquo
Adam Baker Blottrcom
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Lessons in Managing a Successful PR Campaign
19
4 Make use of the community newswireThe Community Newswire at the Media Trust sent out nearly 800 stories during January and February 2012 The service helps charities communities and citizen journalists get their stories into the national and regional media The best of the submitted press releases and photos are selected and written up by dedicated Press Association journalists and distributed to thousands of newsrooms across the UK Even if you havent got a specific news item keep an eye on the news to see if something your organisation is doing can be pegged to the current news agenda look out for angles that can be turned into a story
5 Donrsquot forget the power of social media and your own public relations and marketing communication systemsYour own website and social media channels are vital aspects of your communications mix These communication tools allow you to communicate your messages in the way you want them to be - without the spin Make sure your website is regularly updated with fresh new copy that has been well written and in a way that can be easily understood If this is an area that you need help with then there are lots of quality resources available on the Media Trust website
httpwwwmediatrustorg
For more information about this yearrsquos Hitting the Headlines conference and for other media related resources please check out these links
httpresourcesmediatrustorgeventshitting-the-headlineshttpwwwmediatrustorgnewswirehttpwwwbhforgukheart-healthlife-saving-skillshands-only-cpraspxhttpwwwblottrcomhttpwwwjournalismcoukhttpwwwgowernewscouk
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Food
20
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Thai Curry Puffs
21
Following two recent local produce events hosted by Gower Chillis I was inspired to commit this recipe to writing which was passed to me some years ago With chillis being a key ingredient to these parcels of delicious aromatic flavours I thought it appropriate to share this recipe now that Gower has its very own local chilli producer The recipe can be tailored to be hot and fiery or mild and creamy - it all depends on the amount and type of chillis you choose to use balanced alongside varying amounts of curry power and coconut milk to suit your taste
The following recipe is reasonably spicy - though not too fiery and hot
Ingredients
Makes approximately 30 small curry puff parcels
2 chicken breasts1 carrot1 potato
1 stick of celery1 red and 1 green chilli
5 garlic cloves1rdquo piece of ginger
1 onion12 teaspoon of mustard seeds
2 cardamon pods2 cloves
1 small cup of peas1 chicken stock cube
12 teaspoon of curry powder200ml of coconut milk
handful of fresh coriandera few splashes of tabasco sauce
salt and pepper to taste 2 x 500g packs of ready to roll puff pastry
1 tablespoon of sunflower oil and2 whisked eggs (with a little salt) for glazing
Gower Chillis
Gower Chillis sauces can be purchased from the Bay Bistro Shop in Rhossili and the Gower Wildflower Centre at BlackhillsFairwood Products also available direct via
wwwgowerchilliscomor by calling Andrew on 07854 319768 (mobile rates apply) The Gower Chillis Green Label sauce has a Thai feel to it as itrsquos flavoured with garlic lime and coriander ldquoThis sauce would be particularly good with Thai Curryrdquo said Andrew Brooks of Gower Chillis Facebook Gower Ch i l l i s Twitter AndrewBr00ks
Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
23
Equipment and Method
a large wok or non-stick pana small pan for parboiling vegetables
a round 3rdquo diameter pastry cutteran egg-wash brush anda non-stick baking tray
Curry Puff Filling
1 Dice the carrot and potato into small square pieces place in a pan of cold water (slightly salted) and parboil the vegetable pieces until tender (this will take around 3 minutes from when the water boils)
2 Meanwhile heat the vegetable oil in the wok adding the mustard seeds cardamon pods and cloves until the seeds start popping At this point remove the spices from the heat
3 Drain the parboiled vegetables and set aside4 Chop the onion into small pieces place the wok back onto a medium
heat add the onion pieces and gently fry (do not let the onion brown)5 Add to the wok finely chopped garlic and ginger gently frying for a
minute6 Dice the chicken into small pieces and add to the wok stirring the
mixture gently until the chicken is sealed7 Put on food preparation gloves (optional) and finely chop one red and
green chilli (removing the seeds for a less fiery mixture)8 Add the chopped chillis along with one finely chopped stick of celery9 Add to the mixture the chicken stock cube and mix gently10 Now add the parboiled vegetables and peas to the mixture11 Sprinkle over a level teaspoon of curry powder12 Add a few dashes of tabasco sauce13 Pour around 200ml of coconut milk into the mixture (adding a little
more or less to create a wet but not too runny mixture)14 Allow the mixture to simmer until the chicken is cooked through and
the mixture is pipping hot15 Add salt and pepper to taste then finally16 Add chopped coriander stir gently and set mixture aside to cool
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Thai Curry Puffs
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Curry Puff Parcels
The easiest way to make these delicious fragrant curry parcels is to use shop bought ready made puff pastry (be sure to remove the pastry from the fridge about 20 minutes before rolling it)
1 Sprinkle some plain flour onto a clean work surface2 Roll out the pastry with a floured rolling pin until the pastry is about
3mm thick3 Using a round pastry cutter cut out as many pieces as possible Recycle
the off-cuts of pastry by re-rolling and cutting out extra pieces4 Once cut slightly roll each pastry piece until a little thinner5 Spoon approximately a teaspoon of mixture placing it in the centre of
a piece of pastry6 Brush some egg-wash around the edges of the pastry then add another
piece of pastry on top Slightly press down the edges of the parcel to seal
7 Using the pastry cutter place the cutter over the parcel to trim the edges of the parcel You should be left with a neat round pastry parcel filled with your curry mixture
8 Repeat the process until you have used up all your pastrymixture9 Place your parcels on a greased baking tray10Wash the top of each parcel with egg-wash then finally11Place the parcels on the baking tray into a pre-heated oven (190degC
375degFGM5) and cook for around 20-25 minutes (the parcels should look brown and puffy)
Curry puffs can be served hot or cold Cooled curry puffs can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 24 hours
Enjoy
copy2012 Words and images by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower NewsRecipe adapted from a concept by Nelly Wilson Aldershot
During the late 18th and 19th centuries the remote Gower coastline was a l u c r a t i v e h a v e n f o r smugglers
Beneath the cliffs at Port Eynon a cave called Culver Hole is set between two rock faces and has a masonry wall and a staircase leading up four floors
Culver Hole is believed to have links with the legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in h a n d y f o r s t o w i n g a w a y contraband
Va r i o u s s mu g g l i n g g a n g s operated under the very noses of the establishment making the job o f t h e c u s t o m s o f f i c i a l s particularly difficult Farms at Great and Little Highway occupied by William Hawkin Arthur the self-styled smuggling k ing were the cen t re o f o p e r a t i o n s S e e m i n g l y invincible it was customs officer Francis Bevan an ancestor of both Silvanus and Anne who in 1804 seized some 420 casks of spirits from a concealed cellar in both farmhouses causing the collapse of this particular gangrsquos operations
Frances Bevan was formerly a history correspondent on the Swindon Advertiser she has written extensively on people places and events in the history of Swindon
Frances has a number of blogs of which lsquoDear Georgersquo is one
The lsquoDear Georgersquo blog tells the real-life story of 15-year-old George Bevan who left home to begin an apprenticeship in his unclersquos ironmongerrsquos shop in Llandudno the blog focuses on subsequent correspondence between the boy and his family in Gower that was to run for over 50 years
If you would like to read more about the Bevan family from Gower visit
georgebevanblogspotcouk
copy 2012 Unless otherwise stated text and images courtesy of Frances Bevan - lsquoDear Georgersquo
History
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Shipwrecks and Smuggling
By Frances Bevan
This incident illustrates just how dangerous the work of customs officers could be as Francis had to contend with a mob of more than 200 people as he endeavoured to get the casks into safe keeping Guarding the haul in transit proved equally difficult and by the time the consignment reached Swansea it was found to be 17 casks short In a subsequent report Francis explained how he had given up some of the casks to secure the safe transference of the bulk of the shipment
Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851
Culver Hole Early 20th centuryPhotographer unknown - copy Dear George
Culver Hole As seen today copy Photograph - Gower News
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Culver Hole is believed to have links with the
legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in handy for stowing away contraband
ldquo
rdquo
Letters from the Bevan family in Overton to apprentice ironmonger George in Llandudno contain frequent references to relatives and neighbours gone to sea and sometimes lost at sea
From the first publication of The Cambrian newspaper in 1804 until the end of the 20th century there were 250 reported shipwrecks along the Gower coastline
In a letter to George dated January 23 1879 Anne writes ndash ldquoLast Monday night a Norweggian Barque came on Shore under Slade Cliff Laden with Indian Corn Maize All the Crew are saved amp are at Porteynon The men round here have got work getting out the Cargo Frank has been up seeing the wreck this afternoonrdquo
In a community dominated by events at sea Annersquos letter to George dated March 10 1879 makes reference to events surrounding one particular shipwreck
On the evening of Tuesday February 11 1879 the Mary Stenhouse a Liverpool ship carrying 350 tons of pig iron ran aground at Rhossilli The ship launched a boat conveying nine members of the twenty strong crew including the masterrsquos wife Mrs Hedgecock but it capsized before reaching the shore and all ten people on board were drowned The remaining crew members were safely rescued Lloyds Agent George Gibbs Annersquos cousin sent the tug Hero to go to the aid of the stricken vessel which was later towed to Swansea
ldquoMrs George Gibbs of Porteynon is gone to Liverpool today about the Salvage of the Mary Stenhouse If you see an account of the Trial in any newspaper send it for your Father to read there is great talk about it hererdquo Anne writes to her son
But for some of the local men there was work to be had from salvaging the ships that ran aground on the Gower coast In January 1881 Sill writes to his brother George about the coal carrying Cresswell that was wrecked to the west of Sladersquos foot
History
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ldquoThe wreck has been bought by the firm lsquoBevan amp Corsquo comprising C amp S Bevan J Steven Overton J Stephen Porteynon J Hughes for pound50 We are therefore very busy every day wrecking amp expect to clear a little dust by our bargaininghelliprdquo
The Australian barque was a complete wreck with the accident attributed to errors made by the master and the mate The stipendiary magistrate and nautical assessors suspended the masterrsquos certificate for three months and the matersquos for six at a Board of Trade inquiry held at the Guildhall Swansea
The Horton and Port Eynon RNLI Lifeboat Station at as seen todaycopy Photograph - Gower News
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ldquoThe schooner Emma of Plymouth going from Newport to the South of Cornwall with coal put in on Oxwich Sand today having carried away her main sail amp other sails she would not steer They expect to save the ship by discharging her so we are expecting coal cheaprdquo Sill continued in the same letter
Following the wreck of the Agnes Jack on January 27 1883 and just ten days later the Surprise lost with all hands under Overton cliffs a lifeboat station at Port Eynon was opened in 1884
But the dangerous location of this station saw it closed in 1919 following the loss of the lifeboat Janet in 1916 when it went to the aid of the SS Dunvegan Three members of the crew lost their lives that night Coxswain Billy Gibbs William Eynon second coxswain and lifeboatman George Harry are remembered on a memorial looking out to sea in the churchyard at St Cattwgrsquos Port Eynon
Read more about casualties along the dangerous Gower coastline on httpwwwshipwrecks-walescouk
History
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Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851rdquo
ldquo
Lifeboatmen and Sailor Memorial St Cattwgs Church Port Eynon Gowercopy Photograph - Gower News
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The Author Ann Thomas
BiographyWriting poetry and making up stories since she was a child Ann only started to write seriously when her children were grown Her main ambition is to write science fiction but along the way she got distracted by local history and poetry about her stroke Taking early retirement gave her the chance to concentrate on her writing
Book Launch
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Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
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The book uses the life of Alina de Breos to tell the story of the barons rebellion which started in the Lordship of Gower in 1320 and eventually led to the toppling of Edward II from the English throne Alina ended up with her son in the Tower of London her husband executed and all her estates confiscated When Edward II was deposed the Lordship of Gower was returned to her in an act of mercy by Edward III and legend has it that she built the chapel on Oystermouth Castle
Talking about her new book Ann said ldquoOne day I was standing in Swansea town centre opposite the ruins of Swansea Castle and I wondered what the castle and the town were like in the castlersquos heyday I searched the internet and went to the library and found a remarkable story that captured my imagination Three years later and lots more research and writing and there is a bookrdquo
Annrsquos Book lsquoAlinarsquo The White Lady of Oystermouth is now available at the following outlets in Swansea and Gower
Swansea Museum National Waterfront Museum Swansea City Centre Tourist Information Centre Uplands Bookshop Mumbles Tourist Information Centre Cover to Cover Bookshop Shepherds at Parkmill Gower Heritage Centre Gower Kite and Surf Centre Pitton Cross Caravan Park
Rhossili Reynoldston Post Office Crofty Post Office
E-book available on Smashwordshttpwwwsmashwordscombooksview145799
Oystermouth Castle is scheduled to re-open on 16th June 2012 Annrsquos new book will be on sale in the Visitors Centre in Alinarsquos Chapel
Local Personality
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Nick ldquoEXTREME SUNBATHINGrdquo in New Zealand
Name Nick Rees - REESY by nickname
Age 23
Job Events amp Marketing Associate within the surf industry
Education I went to Bishopston Comprehensive and later graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 21 in Sports Management
I grew up in Mumbles and have always taken advantage of the coastal lifestyle wersquore
so lucky to have on our doorstep
Picture G-Land Indonesia
Nick Rees (REESY)
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TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
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REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
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REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk37
My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
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Llangennith
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Oystermouth
Blackpill
Sketty Lane
Killay
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B4271the north road
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Port Eynon
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port eynon bay
broughton bay
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Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 8rsquo2rsquoWave type
Best tide HighBest wind SE
broughton bay
Ideal swell W to SBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 12rsquo1rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind E
rhossili bay
Ideal swell W to SBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
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Bottom SandMaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell Big WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 4rsquo1rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide HighBest wind NW
oxwich bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Swansea TouristInformation CentrePlymouth StreetSwansea SA1 3QG01792 468321
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE TO SW
swansea bay
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
mumbles head
Break rating
Easy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing
Tourist Information Centre
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heart of Swansearsquos
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
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caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon
morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon
To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
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oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
KitesurfingTourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
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BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
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Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
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Weather
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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Lessons in Managing a Successful PR Campaign
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The issue of relevance is perhaps a particularly important point to remember especially for business and organisations looking to secure press coverage It seems the key to successful public relations communication is the relevance of news to a particular audience whether its the launch of a national integrated marketing campaign by a major not for profit organisation or the celebrity presentation of a cheque at a small charityrsquos annual summer fayre the relevance of the message to the target audience is the important point to remember
5 LESSONS FROM lsquoHITTING THE HEADLINESrsquo MEDIA TRUST SPRING CONFERENCE 2012
1 Develop a media communications strategy and commit it to writing It may be the last thing on your lsquoto do listrsquo but taking time to think about who your target audience is will be time well spent Once you have defined your target audience you need to think about the ways in which the media can best help you communicate your messages Caroline Vogt from Aegis Media suggests that if you can tap into an emotion (eg peoplersquos passions what people enjoy or something that creates a sense of community) then its much more powerful How consumers absorb media and advertising has also changed models of persuading people to like or buy a product or service are becoming old-school - the new model of marketing is about tapping into peoplersquos passions by communicating to them the real emotional benefits of buying or liking your product or service
Photo Sue Llewellyn Gavin Sheppard Janet Street Porter and
Adam Baker discuss the Future of News at the Hitting the Headlines
Conference in London
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Editorial
18
2 Generic press releases are unlikely to have much impactRather than spending valuable time writing and sending out generic press releases first consider the types of media outlets that best apply to your target audience As a hyper-local media outlet Gower News is bombarded by press releases on a daily basis - many simply do not get used because they are considered largely irrelevant to Gower News readers When you are ready to communicate a piece of news to a news outlet first pick up the phone and speak directly to a journalist within your chosen media outlet about your news By having a conversation with a journalist within the media outlet that best matches your target audience you are much more likely to find out what exactly the media outlet would like to hear about and when Armed with this information you can shape your press release accordingly and are therefore much more likely to have your news item used by the media outlet you are targeting with your news story
3 If talking to mainstream media supply what they needAgain this comes back to getting in touch directly with relevant journalists and asking them for feedback Most media outlets have topic-related journalists If your news is in response to crime donrsquot contact the journalist responsible for the sports column They say a picture is worth a thousand words so a good quality photograph to accompany your news story is also quite essential Donrsquot forget that most journalistsrsquo time is limited make their life easy by supplying what they need in an accessible way Copy should be sent in an email and not just as a PDF
W h e n i t c o m e s t o aud i ence s i ze ldquoI t s about relevance not numbersrdquo
Adam Baker Blottrcom
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Lessons in Managing a Successful PR Campaign
19
4 Make use of the community newswireThe Community Newswire at the Media Trust sent out nearly 800 stories during January and February 2012 The service helps charities communities and citizen journalists get their stories into the national and regional media The best of the submitted press releases and photos are selected and written up by dedicated Press Association journalists and distributed to thousands of newsrooms across the UK Even if you havent got a specific news item keep an eye on the news to see if something your organisation is doing can be pegged to the current news agenda look out for angles that can be turned into a story
5 Donrsquot forget the power of social media and your own public relations and marketing communication systemsYour own website and social media channels are vital aspects of your communications mix These communication tools allow you to communicate your messages in the way you want them to be - without the spin Make sure your website is regularly updated with fresh new copy that has been well written and in a way that can be easily understood If this is an area that you need help with then there are lots of quality resources available on the Media Trust website
httpwwwmediatrustorg
For more information about this yearrsquos Hitting the Headlines conference and for other media related resources please check out these links
httpresourcesmediatrustorgeventshitting-the-headlineshttpwwwmediatrustorgnewswirehttpwwwbhforgukheart-healthlife-saving-skillshands-only-cpraspxhttpwwwblottrcomhttpwwwjournalismcoukhttpwwwgowernewscouk
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Food
20
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Thai Curry Puffs
21
Following two recent local produce events hosted by Gower Chillis I was inspired to commit this recipe to writing which was passed to me some years ago With chillis being a key ingredient to these parcels of delicious aromatic flavours I thought it appropriate to share this recipe now that Gower has its very own local chilli producer The recipe can be tailored to be hot and fiery or mild and creamy - it all depends on the amount and type of chillis you choose to use balanced alongside varying amounts of curry power and coconut milk to suit your taste
The following recipe is reasonably spicy - though not too fiery and hot
Ingredients
Makes approximately 30 small curry puff parcels
2 chicken breasts1 carrot1 potato
1 stick of celery1 red and 1 green chilli
5 garlic cloves1rdquo piece of ginger
1 onion12 teaspoon of mustard seeds
2 cardamon pods2 cloves
1 small cup of peas1 chicken stock cube
12 teaspoon of curry powder200ml of coconut milk
handful of fresh coriandera few splashes of tabasco sauce
salt and pepper to taste 2 x 500g packs of ready to roll puff pastry
1 tablespoon of sunflower oil and2 whisked eggs (with a little salt) for glazing
Gower Chillis
Gower Chillis sauces can be purchased from the Bay Bistro Shop in Rhossili and the Gower Wildflower Centre at BlackhillsFairwood Products also available direct via
wwwgowerchilliscomor by calling Andrew on 07854 319768 (mobile rates apply) The Gower Chillis Green Label sauce has a Thai feel to it as itrsquos flavoured with garlic lime and coriander ldquoThis sauce would be particularly good with Thai Curryrdquo said Andrew Brooks of Gower Chillis Facebook Gower Ch i l l i s Twitter AndrewBr00ks
Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
23
Equipment and Method
a large wok or non-stick pana small pan for parboiling vegetables
a round 3rdquo diameter pastry cutteran egg-wash brush anda non-stick baking tray
Curry Puff Filling
1 Dice the carrot and potato into small square pieces place in a pan of cold water (slightly salted) and parboil the vegetable pieces until tender (this will take around 3 minutes from when the water boils)
2 Meanwhile heat the vegetable oil in the wok adding the mustard seeds cardamon pods and cloves until the seeds start popping At this point remove the spices from the heat
3 Drain the parboiled vegetables and set aside4 Chop the onion into small pieces place the wok back onto a medium
heat add the onion pieces and gently fry (do not let the onion brown)5 Add to the wok finely chopped garlic and ginger gently frying for a
minute6 Dice the chicken into small pieces and add to the wok stirring the
mixture gently until the chicken is sealed7 Put on food preparation gloves (optional) and finely chop one red and
green chilli (removing the seeds for a less fiery mixture)8 Add the chopped chillis along with one finely chopped stick of celery9 Add to the mixture the chicken stock cube and mix gently10 Now add the parboiled vegetables and peas to the mixture11 Sprinkle over a level teaspoon of curry powder12 Add a few dashes of tabasco sauce13 Pour around 200ml of coconut milk into the mixture (adding a little
more or less to create a wet but not too runny mixture)14 Allow the mixture to simmer until the chicken is cooked through and
the mixture is pipping hot15 Add salt and pepper to taste then finally16 Add chopped coriander stir gently and set mixture aside to cool
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Thai Curry Puffs
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Curry Puff Parcels
The easiest way to make these delicious fragrant curry parcels is to use shop bought ready made puff pastry (be sure to remove the pastry from the fridge about 20 minutes before rolling it)
1 Sprinkle some plain flour onto a clean work surface2 Roll out the pastry with a floured rolling pin until the pastry is about
3mm thick3 Using a round pastry cutter cut out as many pieces as possible Recycle
the off-cuts of pastry by re-rolling and cutting out extra pieces4 Once cut slightly roll each pastry piece until a little thinner5 Spoon approximately a teaspoon of mixture placing it in the centre of
a piece of pastry6 Brush some egg-wash around the edges of the pastry then add another
piece of pastry on top Slightly press down the edges of the parcel to seal
7 Using the pastry cutter place the cutter over the parcel to trim the edges of the parcel You should be left with a neat round pastry parcel filled with your curry mixture
8 Repeat the process until you have used up all your pastrymixture9 Place your parcels on a greased baking tray10Wash the top of each parcel with egg-wash then finally11Place the parcels on the baking tray into a pre-heated oven (190degC
375degFGM5) and cook for around 20-25 minutes (the parcels should look brown and puffy)
Curry puffs can be served hot or cold Cooled curry puffs can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 24 hours
Enjoy
copy2012 Words and images by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower NewsRecipe adapted from a concept by Nelly Wilson Aldershot
During the late 18th and 19th centuries the remote Gower coastline was a l u c r a t i v e h a v e n f o r smugglers
Beneath the cliffs at Port Eynon a cave called Culver Hole is set between two rock faces and has a masonry wall and a staircase leading up four floors
Culver Hole is believed to have links with the legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in h a n d y f o r s t o w i n g a w a y contraband
Va r i o u s s mu g g l i n g g a n g s operated under the very noses of the establishment making the job o f t h e c u s t o m s o f f i c i a l s particularly difficult Farms at Great and Little Highway occupied by William Hawkin Arthur the self-styled smuggling k ing were the cen t re o f o p e r a t i o n s S e e m i n g l y invincible it was customs officer Francis Bevan an ancestor of both Silvanus and Anne who in 1804 seized some 420 casks of spirits from a concealed cellar in both farmhouses causing the collapse of this particular gangrsquos operations
Frances Bevan was formerly a history correspondent on the Swindon Advertiser she has written extensively on people places and events in the history of Swindon
Frances has a number of blogs of which lsquoDear Georgersquo is one
The lsquoDear Georgersquo blog tells the real-life story of 15-year-old George Bevan who left home to begin an apprenticeship in his unclersquos ironmongerrsquos shop in Llandudno the blog focuses on subsequent correspondence between the boy and his family in Gower that was to run for over 50 years
If you would like to read more about the Bevan family from Gower visit
georgebevanblogspotcouk
copy 2012 Unless otherwise stated text and images courtesy of Frances Bevan - lsquoDear Georgersquo
History
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Shipwrecks and Smuggling
By Frances Bevan
This incident illustrates just how dangerous the work of customs officers could be as Francis had to contend with a mob of more than 200 people as he endeavoured to get the casks into safe keeping Guarding the haul in transit proved equally difficult and by the time the consignment reached Swansea it was found to be 17 casks short In a subsequent report Francis explained how he had given up some of the casks to secure the safe transference of the bulk of the shipment
Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851
Culver Hole Early 20th centuryPhotographer unknown - copy Dear George
Culver Hole As seen today copy Photograph - Gower News
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Culver Hole is believed to have links with the
legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in handy for stowing away contraband
ldquo
rdquo
Letters from the Bevan family in Overton to apprentice ironmonger George in Llandudno contain frequent references to relatives and neighbours gone to sea and sometimes lost at sea
From the first publication of The Cambrian newspaper in 1804 until the end of the 20th century there were 250 reported shipwrecks along the Gower coastline
In a letter to George dated January 23 1879 Anne writes ndash ldquoLast Monday night a Norweggian Barque came on Shore under Slade Cliff Laden with Indian Corn Maize All the Crew are saved amp are at Porteynon The men round here have got work getting out the Cargo Frank has been up seeing the wreck this afternoonrdquo
In a community dominated by events at sea Annersquos letter to George dated March 10 1879 makes reference to events surrounding one particular shipwreck
On the evening of Tuesday February 11 1879 the Mary Stenhouse a Liverpool ship carrying 350 tons of pig iron ran aground at Rhossilli The ship launched a boat conveying nine members of the twenty strong crew including the masterrsquos wife Mrs Hedgecock but it capsized before reaching the shore and all ten people on board were drowned The remaining crew members were safely rescued Lloyds Agent George Gibbs Annersquos cousin sent the tug Hero to go to the aid of the stricken vessel which was later towed to Swansea
ldquoMrs George Gibbs of Porteynon is gone to Liverpool today about the Salvage of the Mary Stenhouse If you see an account of the Trial in any newspaper send it for your Father to read there is great talk about it hererdquo Anne writes to her son
But for some of the local men there was work to be had from salvaging the ships that ran aground on the Gower coast In January 1881 Sill writes to his brother George about the coal carrying Cresswell that was wrecked to the west of Sladersquos foot
History
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ldquoThe wreck has been bought by the firm lsquoBevan amp Corsquo comprising C amp S Bevan J Steven Overton J Stephen Porteynon J Hughes for pound50 We are therefore very busy every day wrecking amp expect to clear a little dust by our bargaininghelliprdquo
The Australian barque was a complete wreck with the accident attributed to errors made by the master and the mate The stipendiary magistrate and nautical assessors suspended the masterrsquos certificate for three months and the matersquos for six at a Board of Trade inquiry held at the Guildhall Swansea
The Horton and Port Eynon RNLI Lifeboat Station at as seen todaycopy Photograph - Gower News
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ldquoThe schooner Emma of Plymouth going from Newport to the South of Cornwall with coal put in on Oxwich Sand today having carried away her main sail amp other sails she would not steer They expect to save the ship by discharging her so we are expecting coal cheaprdquo Sill continued in the same letter
Following the wreck of the Agnes Jack on January 27 1883 and just ten days later the Surprise lost with all hands under Overton cliffs a lifeboat station at Port Eynon was opened in 1884
But the dangerous location of this station saw it closed in 1919 following the loss of the lifeboat Janet in 1916 when it went to the aid of the SS Dunvegan Three members of the crew lost their lives that night Coxswain Billy Gibbs William Eynon second coxswain and lifeboatman George Harry are remembered on a memorial looking out to sea in the churchyard at St Cattwgrsquos Port Eynon
Read more about casualties along the dangerous Gower coastline on httpwwwshipwrecks-walescouk
History
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Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851rdquo
ldquo
Lifeboatmen and Sailor Memorial St Cattwgs Church Port Eynon Gowercopy Photograph - Gower News
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The Author Ann Thomas
BiographyWriting poetry and making up stories since she was a child Ann only started to write seriously when her children were grown Her main ambition is to write science fiction but along the way she got distracted by local history and poetry about her stroke Taking early retirement gave her the chance to concentrate on her writing
Book Launch
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Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
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The book uses the life of Alina de Breos to tell the story of the barons rebellion which started in the Lordship of Gower in 1320 and eventually led to the toppling of Edward II from the English throne Alina ended up with her son in the Tower of London her husband executed and all her estates confiscated When Edward II was deposed the Lordship of Gower was returned to her in an act of mercy by Edward III and legend has it that she built the chapel on Oystermouth Castle
Talking about her new book Ann said ldquoOne day I was standing in Swansea town centre opposite the ruins of Swansea Castle and I wondered what the castle and the town were like in the castlersquos heyday I searched the internet and went to the library and found a remarkable story that captured my imagination Three years later and lots more research and writing and there is a bookrdquo
Annrsquos Book lsquoAlinarsquo The White Lady of Oystermouth is now available at the following outlets in Swansea and Gower
Swansea Museum National Waterfront Museum Swansea City Centre Tourist Information Centre Uplands Bookshop Mumbles Tourist Information Centre Cover to Cover Bookshop Shepherds at Parkmill Gower Heritage Centre Gower Kite and Surf Centre Pitton Cross Caravan Park
Rhossili Reynoldston Post Office Crofty Post Office
E-book available on Smashwordshttpwwwsmashwordscombooksview145799
Oystermouth Castle is scheduled to re-open on 16th June 2012 Annrsquos new book will be on sale in the Visitors Centre in Alinarsquos Chapel
Local Personality
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Nick ldquoEXTREME SUNBATHINGrdquo in New Zealand
Name Nick Rees - REESY by nickname
Age 23
Job Events amp Marketing Associate within the surf industry
Education I went to Bishopston Comprehensive and later graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 21 in Sports Management
I grew up in Mumbles and have always taken advantage of the coastal lifestyle wersquore
so lucky to have on our doorstep
Picture G-Land Indonesia
Nick Rees (REESY)
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TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
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REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
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REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
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My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
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caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
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Ideal swell W to SBottom Sand
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MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
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Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell Big WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 4rsquo1rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide HighBest wind NW
oxwich bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
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swansea bay
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A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
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To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
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oystermouth
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langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
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BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
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Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
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Weather
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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Editorial
18
2 Generic press releases are unlikely to have much impactRather than spending valuable time writing and sending out generic press releases first consider the types of media outlets that best apply to your target audience As a hyper-local media outlet Gower News is bombarded by press releases on a daily basis - many simply do not get used because they are considered largely irrelevant to Gower News readers When you are ready to communicate a piece of news to a news outlet first pick up the phone and speak directly to a journalist within your chosen media outlet about your news By having a conversation with a journalist within the media outlet that best matches your target audience you are much more likely to find out what exactly the media outlet would like to hear about and when Armed with this information you can shape your press release accordingly and are therefore much more likely to have your news item used by the media outlet you are targeting with your news story
3 If talking to mainstream media supply what they needAgain this comes back to getting in touch directly with relevant journalists and asking them for feedback Most media outlets have topic-related journalists If your news is in response to crime donrsquot contact the journalist responsible for the sports column They say a picture is worth a thousand words so a good quality photograph to accompany your news story is also quite essential Donrsquot forget that most journalistsrsquo time is limited make their life easy by supplying what they need in an accessible way Copy should be sent in an email and not just as a PDF
W h e n i t c o m e s t o aud i ence s i ze ldquoI t s about relevance not numbersrdquo
Adam Baker Blottrcom
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Lessons in Managing a Successful PR Campaign
19
4 Make use of the community newswireThe Community Newswire at the Media Trust sent out nearly 800 stories during January and February 2012 The service helps charities communities and citizen journalists get their stories into the national and regional media The best of the submitted press releases and photos are selected and written up by dedicated Press Association journalists and distributed to thousands of newsrooms across the UK Even if you havent got a specific news item keep an eye on the news to see if something your organisation is doing can be pegged to the current news agenda look out for angles that can be turned into a story
5 Donrsquot forget the power of social media and your own public relations and marketing communication systemsYour own website and social media channels are vital aspects of your communications mix These communication tools allow you to communicate your messages in the way you want them to be - without the spin Make sure your website is regularly updated with fresh new copy that has been well written and in a way that can be easily understood If this is an area that you need help with then there are lots of quality resources available on the Media Trust website
httpwwwmediatrustorg
For more information about this yearrsquos Hitting the Headlines conference and for other media related resources please check out these links
httpresourcesmediatrustorgeventshitting-the-headlineshttpwwwmediatrustorgnewswirehttpwwwbhforgukheart-healthlife-saving-skillshands-only-cpraspxhttpwwwblottrcomhttpwwwjournalismcoukhttpwwwgowernewscouk
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Food
20
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Thai Curry Puffs
21
Following two recent local produce events hosted by Gower Chillis I was inspired to commit this recipe to writing which was passed to me some years ago With chillis being a key ingredient to these parcels of delicious aromatic flavours I thought it appropriate to share this recipe now that Gower has its very own local chilli producer The recipe can be tailored to be hot and fiery or mild and creamy - it all depends on the amount and type of chillis you choose to use balanced alongside varying amounts of curry power and coconut milk to suit your taste
The following recipe is reasonably spicy - though not too fiery and hot
Ingredients
Makes approximately 30 small curry puff parcels
2 chicken breasts1 carrot1 potato
1 stick of celery1 red and 1 green chilli
5 garlic cloves1rdquo piece of ginger
1 onion12 teaspoon of mustard seeds
2 cardamon pods2 cloves
1 small cup of peas1 chicken stock cube
12 teaspoon of curry powder200ml of coconut milk
handful of fresh coriandera few splashes of tabasco sauce
salt and pepper to taste 2 x 500g packs of ready to roll puff pastry
1 tablespoon of sunflower oil and2 whisked eggs (with a little salt) for glazing
Gower Chillis
Gower Chillis sauces can be purchased from the Bay Bistro Shop in Rhossili and the Gower Wildflower Centre at BlackhillsFairwood Products also available direct via
wwwgowerchilliscomor by calling Andrew on 07854 319768 (mobile rates apply) The Gower Chillis Green Label sauce has a Thai feel to it as itrsquos flavoured with garlic lime and coriander ldquoThis sauce would be particularly good with Thai Curryrdquo said Andrew Brooks of Gower Chillis Facebook Gower Ch i l l i s Twitter AndrewBr00ks
Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
23
Equipment and Method
a large wok or non-stick pana small pan for parboiling vegetables
a round 3rdquo diameter pastry cutteran egg-wash brush anda non-stick baking tray
Curry Puff Filling
1 Dice the carrot and potato into small square pieces place in a pan of cold water (slightly salted) and parboil the vegetable pieces until tender (this will take around 3 minutes from when the water boils)
2 Meanwhile heat the vegetable oil in the wok adding the mustard seeds cardamon pods and cloves until the seeds start popping At this point remove the spices from the heat
3 Drain the parboiled vegetables and set aside4 Chop the onion into small pieces place the wok back onto a medium
heat add the onion pieces and gently fry (do not let the onion brown)5 Add to the wok finely chopped garlic and ginger gently frying for a
minute6 Dice the chicken into small pieces and add to the wok stirring the
mixture gently until the chicken is sealed7 Put on food preparation gloves (optional) and finely chop one red and
green chilli (removing the seeds for a less fiery mixture)8 Add the chopped chillis along with one finely chopped stick of celery9 Add to the mixture the chicken stock cube and mix gently10 Now add the parboiled vegetables and peas to the mixture11 Sprinkle over a level teaspoon of curry powder12 Add a few dashes of tabasco sauce13 Pour around 200ml of coconut milk into the mixture (adding a little
more or less to create a wet but not too runny mixture)14 Allow the mixture to simmer until the chicken is cooked through and
the mixture is pipping hot15 Add salt and pepper to taste then finally16 Add chopped coriander stir gently and set mixture aside to cool
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Curry Puff Parcels
The easiest way to make these delicious fragrant curry parcels is to use shop bought ready made puff pastry (be sure to remove the pastry from the fridge about 20 minutes before rolling it)
1 Sprinkle some plain flour onto a clean work surface2 Roll out the pastry with a floured rolling pin until the pastry is about
3mm thick3 Using a round pastry cutter cut out as many pieces as possible Recycle
the off-cuts of pastry by re-rolling and cutting out extra pieces4 Once cut slightly roll each pastry piece until a little thinner5 Spoon approximately a teaspoon of mixture placing it in the centre of
a piece of pastry6 Brush some egg-wash around the edges of the pastry then add another
piece of pastry on top Slightly press down the edges of the parcel to seal
7 Using the pastry cutter place the cutter over the parcel to trim the edges of the parcel You should be left with a neat round pastry parcel filled with your curry mixture
8 Repeat the process until you have used up all your pastrymixture9 Place your parcels on a greased baking tray10Wash the top of each parcel with egg-wash then finally11Place the parcels on the baking tray into a pre-heated oven (190degC
375degFGM5) and cook for around 20-25 minutes (the parcels should look brown and puffy)
Curry puffs can be served hot or cold Cooled curry puffs can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 24 hours
Enjoy
copy2012 Words and images by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower NewsRecipe adapted from a concept by Nelly Wilson Aldershot
During the late 18th and 19th centuries the remote Gower coastline was a l u c r a t i v e h a v e n f o r smugglers
Beneath the cliffs at Port Eynon a cave called Culver Hole is set between two rock faces and has a masonry wall and a staircase leading up four floors
Culver Hole is believed to have links with the legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in h a n d y f o r s t o w i n g a w a y contraband
Va r i o u s s mu g g l i n g g a n g s operated under the very noses of the establishment making the job o f t h e c u s t o m s o f f i c i a l s particularly difficult Farms at Great and Little Highway occupied by William Hawkin Arthur the self-styled smuggling k ing were the cen t re o f o p e r a t i o n s S e e m i n g l y invincible it was customs officer Francis Bevan an ancestor of both Silvanus and Anne who in 1804 seized some 420 casks of spirits from a concealed cellar in both farmhouses causing the collapse of this particular gangrsquos operations
Frances Bevan was formerly a history correspondent on the Swindon Advertiser she has written extensively on people places and events in the history of Swindon
Frances has a number of blogs of which lsquoDear Georgersquo is one
The lsquoDear Georgersquo blog tells the real-life story of 15-year-old George Bevan who left home to begin an apprenticeship in his unclersquos ironmongerrsquos shop in Llandudno the blog focuses on subsequent correspondence between the boy and his family in Gower that was to run for over 50 years
If you would like to read more about the Bevan family from Gower visit
georgebevanblogspotcouk
copy 2012 Unless otherwise stated text and images courtesy of Frances Bevan - lsquoDear Georgersquo
History
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Shipwrecks and Smuggling
By Frances Bevan
This incident illustrates just how dangerous the work of customs officers could be as Francis had to contend with a mob of more than 200 people as he endeavoured to get the casks into safe keeping Guarding the haul in transit proved equally difficult and by the time the consignment reached Swansea it was found to be 17 casks short In a subsequent report Francis explained how he had given up some of the casks to secure the safe transference of the bulk of the shipment
Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851
Culver Hole Early 20th centuryPhotographer unknown - copy Dear George
Culver Hole As seen today copy Photograph - Gower News
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Culver Hole is believed to have links with the
legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in handy for stowing away contraband
ldquo
rdquo
Letters from the Bevan family in Overton to apprentice ironmonger George in Llandudno contain frequent references to relatives and neighbours gone to sea and sometimes lost at sea
From the first publication of The Cambrian newspaper in 1804 until the end of the 20th century there were 250 reported shipwrecks along the Gower coastline
In a letter to George dated January 23 1879 Anne writes ndash ldquoLast Monday night a Norweggian Barque came on Shore under Slade Cliff Laden with Indian Corn Maize All the Crew are saved amp are at Porteynon The men round here have got work getting out the Cargo Frank has been up seeing the wreck this afternoonrdquo
In a community dominated by events at sea Annersquos letter to George dated March 10 1879 makes reference to events surrounding one particular shipwreck
On the evening of Tuesday February 11 1879 the Mary Stenhouse a Liverpool ship carrying 350 tons of pig iron ran aground at Rhossilli The ship launched a boat conveying nine members of the twenty strong crew including the masterrsquos wife Mrs Hedgecock but it capsized before reaching the shore and all ten people on board were drowned The remaining crew members were safely rescued Lloyds Agent George Gibbs Annersquos cousin sent the tug Hero to go to the aid of the stricken vessel which was later towed to Swansea
ldquoMrs George Gibbs of Porteynon is gone to Liverpool today about the Salvage of the Mary Stenhouse If you see an account of the Trial in any newspaper send it for your Father to read there is great talk about it hererdquo Anne writes to her son
But for some of the local men there was work to be had from salvaging the ships that ran aground on the Gower coast In January 1881 Sill writes to his brother George about the coal carrying Cresswell that was wrecked to the west of Sladersquos foot
History
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ldquoThe wreck has been bought by the firm lsquoBevan amp Corsquo comprising C amp S Bevan J Steven Overton J Stephen Porteynon J Hughes for pound50 We are therefore very busy every day wrecking amp expect to clear a little dust by our bargaininghelliprdquo
The Australian barque was a complete wreck with the accident attributed to errors made by the master and the mate The stipendiary magistrate and nautical assessors suspended the masterrsquos certificate for three months and the matersquos for six at a Board of Trade inquiry held at the Guildhall Swansea
The Horton and Port Eynon RNLI Lifeboat Station at as seen todaycopy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
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ldquoThe schooner Emma of Plymouth going from Newport to the South of Cornwall with coal put in on Oxwich Sand today having carried away her main sail amp other sails she would not steer They expect to save the ship by discharging her so we are expecting coal cheaprdquo Sill continued in the same letter
Following the wreck of the Agnes Jack on January 27 1883 and just ten days later the Surprise lost with all hands under Overton cliffs a lifeboat station at Port Eynon was opened in 1884
But the dangerous location of this station saw it closed in 1919 following the loss of the lifeboat Janet in 1916 when it went to the aid of the SS Dunvegan Three members of the crew lost their lives that night Coxswain Billy Gibbs William Eynon second coxswain and lifeboatman George Harry are remembered on a memorial looking out to sea in the churchyard at St Cattwgrsquos Port Eynon
Read more about casualties along the dangerous Gower coastline on httpwwwshipwrecks-walescouk
History
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Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851rdquo
ldquo
Lifeboatmen and Sailor Memorial St Cattwgs Church Port Eynon Gowercopy Photograph - Gower News
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The Author Ann Thomas
BiographyWriting poetry and making up stories since she was a child Ann only started to write seriously when her children were grown Her main ambition is to write science fiction but along the way she got distracted by local history and poetry about her stroke Taking early retirement gave her the chance to concentrate on her writing
Book Launch
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Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
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The book uses the life of Alina de Breos to tell the story of the barons rebellion which started in the Lordship of Gower in 1320 and eventually led to the toppling of Edward II from the English throne Alina ended up with her son in the Tower of London her husband executed and all her estates confiscated When Edward II was deposed the Lordship of Gower was returned to her in an act of mercy by Edward III and legend has it that she built the chapel on Oystermouth Castle
Talking about her new book Ann said ldquoOne day I was standing in Swansea town centre opposite the ruins of Swansea Castle and I wondered what the castle and the town were like in the castlersquos heyday I searched the internet and went to the library and found a remarkable story that captured my imagination Three years later and lots more research and writing and there is a bookrdquo
Annrsquos Book lsquoAlinarsquo The White Lady of Oystermouth is now available at the following outlets in Swansea and Gower
Swansea Museum National Waterfront Museum Swansea City Centre Tourist Information Centre Uplands Bookshop Mumbles Tourist Information Centre Cover to Cover Bookshop Shepherds at Parkmill Gower Heritage Centre Gower Kite and Surf Centre Pitton Cross Caravan Park
Rhossili Reynoldston Post Office Crofty Post Office
E-book available on Smashwordshttpwwwsmashwordscombooksview145799
Oystermouth Castle is scheduled to re-open on 16th June 2012 Annrsquos new book will be on sale in the Visitors Centre in Alinarsquos Chapel
Local Personality
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Nick ldquoEXTREME SUNBATHINGrdquo in New Zealand
Name Nick Rees - REESY by nickname
Age 23
Job Events amp Marketing Associate within the surf industry
Education I went to Bishopston Comprehensive and later graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 21 in Sports Management
I grew up in Mumbles and have always taken advantage of the coastal lifestyle wersquore
so lucky to have on our doorstep
Picture G-Land Indonesia
Nick Rees (REESY)
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TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
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REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
wwwreesyphotographycouk
REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk37
My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
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oystermouth
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langland bay
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Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
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Best tide HighBest wind SE
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Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE TO SW
swansea bay
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
mumbles head
Break rating
Easy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing
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heart of Swansearsquos
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
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caswell bay
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mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
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MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
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swansea bay
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon
morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon
To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
KitesurfingTourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
General Enquiries amp AdvertisingContact John HughesPhone 01792 299 612
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
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BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
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Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
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Weather
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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Lessons in Managing a Successful PR Campaign
19
4 Make use of the community newswireThe Community Newswire at the Media Trust sent out nearly 800 stories during January and February 2012 The service helps charities communities and citizen journalists get their stories into the national and regional media The best of the submitted press releases and photos are selected and written up by dedicated Press Association journalists and distributed to thousands of newsrooms across the UK Even if you havent got a specific news item keep an eye on the news to see if something your organisation is doing can be pegged to the current news agenda look out for angles that can be turned into a story
5 Donrsquot forget the power of social media and your own public relations and marketing communication systemsYour own website and social media channels are vital aspects of your communications mix These communication tools allow you to communicate your messages in the way you want them to be - without the spin Make sure your website is regularly updated with fresh new copy that has been well written and in a way that can be easily understood If this is an area that you need help with then there are lots of quality resources available on the Media Trust website
httpwwwmediatrustorg
For more information about this yearrsquos Hitting the Headlines conference and for other media related resources please check out these links
httpresourcesmediatrustorgeventshitting-the-headlineshttpwwwmediatrustorgnewswirehttpwwwbhforgukheart-healthlife-saving-skillshands-only-cpraspxhttpwwwblottrcomhttpwwwjournalismcoukhttpwwwgowernewscouk
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Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
21
Following two recent local produce events hosted by Gower Chillis I was inspired to commit this recipe to writing which was passed to me some years ago With chillis being a key ingredient to these parcels of delicious aromatic flavours I thought it appropriate to share this recipe now that Gower has its very own local chilli producer The recipe can be tailored to be hot and fiery or mild and creamy - it all depends on the amount and type of chillis you choose to use balanced alongside varying amounts of curry power and coconut milk to suit your taste
The following recipe is reasonably spicy - though not too fiery and hot
Ingredients
Makes approximately 30 small curry puff parcels
2 chicken breasts1 carrot1 potato
1 stick of celery1 red and 1 green chilli
5 garlic cloves1rdquo piece of ginger
1 onion12 teaspoon of mustard seeds
2 cardamon pods2 cloves
1 small cup of peas1 chicken stock cube
12 teaspoon of curry powder200ml of coconut milk
handful of fresh coriandera few splashes of tabasco sauce
salt and pepper to taste 2 x 500g packs of ready to roll puff pastry
1 tablespoon of sunflower oil and2 whisked eggs (with a little salt) for glazing
Gower Chillis
Gower Chillis sauces can be purchased from the Bay Bistro Shop in Rhossili and the Gower Wildflower Centre at BlackhillsFairwood Products also available direct via
wwwgowerchilliscomor by calling Andrew on 07854 319768 (mobile rates apply) The Gower Chillis Green Label sauce has a Thai feel to it as itrsquos flavoured with garlic lime and coriander ldquoThis sauce would be particularly good with Thai Curryrdquo said Andrew Brooks of Gower Chillis Facebook Gower Ch i l l i s Twitter AndrewBr00ks
Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
23
Equipment and Method
a large wok or non-stick pana small pan for parboiling vegetables
a round 3rdquo diameter pastry cutteran egg-wash brush anda non-stick baking tray
Curry Puff Filling
1 Dice the carrot and potato into small square pieces place in a pan of cold water (slightly salted) and parboil the vegetable pieces until tender (this will take around 3 minutes from when the water boils)
2 Meanwhile heat the vegetable oil in the wok adding the mustard seeds cardamon pods and cloves until the seeds start popping At this point remove the spices from the heat
3 Drain the parboiled vegetables and set aside4 Chop the onion into small pieces place the wok back onto a medium
heat add the onion pieces and gently fry (do not let the onion brown)5 Add to the wok finely chopped garlic and ginger gently frying for a
minute6 Dice the chicken into small pieces and add to the wok stirring the
mixture gently until the chicken is sealed7 Put on food preparation gloves (optional) and finely chop one red and
green chilli (removing the seeds for a less fiery mixture)8 Add the chopped chillis along with one finely chopped stick of celery9 Add to the mixture the chicken stock cube and mix gently10 Now add the parboiled vegetables and peas to the mixture11 Sprinkle over a level teaspoon of curry powder12 Add a few dashes of tabasco sauce13 Pour around 200ml of coconut milk into the mixture (adding a little
more or less to create a wet but not too runny mixture)14 Allow the mixture to simmer until the chicken is cooked through and
the mixture is pipping hot15 Add salt and pepper to taste then finally16 Add chopped coriander stir gently and set mixture aside to cool
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Thai Curry Puffs
25
Curry Puff Parcels
The easiest way to make these delicious fragrant curry parcels is to use shop bought ready made puff pastry (be sure to remove the pastry from the fridge about 20 minutes before rolling it)
1 Sprinkle some plain flour onto a clean work surface2 Roll out the pastry with a floured rolling pin until the pastry is about
3mm thick3 Using a round pastry cutter cut out as many pieces as possible Recycle
the off-cuts of pastry by re-rolling and cutting out extra pieces4 Once cut slightly roll each pastry piece until a little thinner5 Spoon approximately a teaspoon of mixture placing it in the centre of
a piece of pastry6 Brush some egg-wash around the edges of the pastry then add another
piece of pastry on top Slightly press down the edges of the parcel to seal
7 Using the pastry cutter place the cutter over the parcel to trim the edges of the parcel You should be left with a neat round pastry parcel filled with your curry mixture
8 Repeat the process until you have used up all your pastrymixture9 Place your parcels on a greased baking tray10Wash the top of each parcel with egg-wash then finally11Place the parcels on the baking tray into a pre-heated oven (190degC
375degFGM5) and cook for around 20-25 minutes (the parcels should look brown and puffy)
Curry puffs can be served hot or cold Cooled curry puffs can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 24 hours
Enjoy
copy2012 Words and images by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower NewsRecipe adapted from a concept by Nelly Wilson Aldershot
During the late 18th and 19th centuries the remote Gower coastline was a l u c r a t i v e h a v e n f o r smugglers
Beneath the cliffs at Port Eynon a cave called Culver Hole is set between two rock faces and has a masonry wall and a staircase leading up four floors
Culver Hole is believed to have links with the legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in h a n d y f o r s t o w i n g a w a y contraband
Va r i o u s s mu g g l i n g g a n g s operated under the very noses of the establishment making the job o f t h e c u s t o m s o f f i c i a l s particularly difficult Farms at Great and Little Highway occupied by William Hawkin Arthur the self-styled smuggling k ing were the cen t re o f o p e r a t i o n s S e e m i n g l y invincible it was customs officer Francis Bevan an ancestor of both Silvanus and Anne who in 1804 seized some 420 casks of spirits from a concealed cellar in both farmhouses causing the collapse of this particular gangrsquos operations
Frances Bevan was formerly a history correspondent on the Swindon Advertiser she has written extensively on people places and events in the history of Swindon
Frances has a number of blogs of which lsquoDear Georgersquo is one
The lsquoDear Georgersquo blog tells the real-life story of 15-year-old George Bevan who left home to begin an apprenticeship in his unclersquos ironmongerrsquos shop in Llandudno the blog focuses on subsequent correspondence between the boy and his family in Gower that was to run for over 50 years
If you would like to read more about the Bevan family from Gower visit
georgebevanblogspotcouk
copy 2012 Unless otherwise stated text and images courtesy of Frances Bevan - lsquoDear Georgersquo
History
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Shipwrecks and Smuggling
By Frances Bevan
This incident illustrates just how dangerous the work of customs officers could be as Francis had to contend with a mob of more than 200 people as he endeavoured to get the casks into safe keeping Guarding the haul in transit proved equally difficult and by the time the consignment reached Swansea it was found to be 17 casks short In a subsequent report Francis explained how he had given up some of the casks to secure the safe transference of the bulk of the shipment
Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851
Culver Hole Early 20th centuryPhotographer unknown - copy Dear George
Culver Hole As seen today copy Photograph - Gower News
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Culver Hole is believed to have links with the
legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in handy for stowing away contraband
ldquo
rdquo
Letters from the Bevan family in Overton to apprentice ironmonger George in Llandudno contain frequent references to relatives and neighbours gone to sea and sometimes lost at sea
From the first publication of The Cambrian newspaper in 1804 until the end of the 20th century there were 250 reported shipwrecks along the Gower coastline
In a letter to George dated January 23 1879 Anne writes ndash ldquoLast Monday night a Norweggian Barque came on Shore under Slade Cliff Laden with Indian Corn Maize All the Crew are saved amp are at Porteynon The men round here have got work getting out the Cargo Frank has been up seeing the wreck this afternoonrdquo
In a community dominated by events at sea Annersquos letter to George dated March 10 1879 makes reference to events surrounding one particular shipwreck
On the evening of Tuesday February 11 1879 the Mary Stenhouse a Liverpool ship carrying 350 tons of pig iron ran aground at Rhossilli The ship launched a boat conveying nine members of the twenty strong crew including the masterrsquos wife Mrs Hedgecock but it capsized before reaching the shore and all ten people on board were drowned The remaining crew members were safely rescued Lloyds Agent George Gibbs Annersquos cousin sent the tug Hero to go to the aid of the stricken vessel which was later towed to Swansea
ldquoMrs George Gibbs of Porteynon is gone to Liverpool today about the Salvage of the Mary Stenhouse If you see an account of the Trial in any newspaper send it for your Father to read there is great talk about it hererdquo Anne writes to her son
But for some of the local men there was work to be had from salvaging the ships that ran aground on the Gower coast In January 1881 Sill writes to his brother George about the coal carrying Cresswell that was wrecked to the west of Sladersquos foot
History
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ldquoThe wreck has been bought by the firm lsquoBevan amp Corsquo comprising C amp S Bevan J Steven Overton J Stephen Porteynon J Hughes for pound50 We are therefore very busy every day wrecking amp expect to clear a little dust by our bargaininghelliprdquo
The Australian barque was a complete wreck with the accident attributed to errors made by the master and the mate The stipendiary magistrate and nautical assessors suspended the masterrsquos certificate for three months and the matersquos for six at a Board of Trade inquiry held at the Guildhall Swansea
The Horton and Port Eynon RNLI Lifeboat Station at as seen todaycopy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
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ldquoThe schooner Emma of Plymouth going from Newport to the South of Cornwall with coal put in on Oxwich Sand today having carried away her main sail amp other sails she would not steer They expect to save the ship by discharging her so we are expecting coal cheaprdquo Sill continued in the same letter
Following the wreck of the Agnes Jack on January 27 1883 and just ten days later the Surprise lost with all hands under Overton cliffs a lifeboat station at Port Eynon was opened in 1884
But the dangerous location of this station saw it closed in 1919 following the loss of the lifeboat Janet in 1916 when it went to the aid of the SS Dunvegan Three members of the crew lost their lives that night Coxswain Billy Gibbs William Eynon second coxswain and lifeboatman George Harry are remembered on a memorial looking out to sea in the churchyard at St Cattwgrsquos Port Eynon
Read more about casualties along the dangerous Gower coastline on httpwwwshipwrecks-walescouk
History
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Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851rdquo
ldquo
Lifeboatmen and Sailor Memorial St Cattwgs Church Port Eynon Gowercopy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
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The Author Ann Thomas
BiographyWriting poetry and making up stories since she was a child Ann only started to write seriously when her children were grown Her main ambition is to write science fiction but along the way she got distracted by local history and poetry about her stroke Taking early retirement gave her the chance to concentrate on her writing
Book Launch
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Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
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The book uses the life of Alina de Breos to tell the story of the barons rebellion which started in the Lordship of Gower in 1320 and eventually led to the toppling of Edward II from the English throne Alina ended up with her son in the Tower of London her husband executed and all her estates confiscated When Edward II was deposed the Lordship of Gower was returned to her in an act of mercy by Edward III and legend has it that she built the chapel on Oystermouth Castle
Talking about her new book Ann said ldquoOne day I was standing in Swansea town centre opposite the ruins of Swansea Castle and I wondered what the castle and the town were like in the castlersquos heyday I searched the internet and went to the library and found a remarkable story that captured my imagination Three years later and lots more research and writing and there is a bookrdquo
Annrsquos Book lsquoAlinarsquo The White Lady of Oystermouth is now available at the following outlets in Swansea and Gower
Swansea Museum National Waterfront Museum Swansea City Centre Tourist Information Centre Uplands Bookshop Mumbles Tourist Information Centre Cover to Cover Bookshop Shepherds at Parkmill Gower Heritage Centre Gower Kite and Surf Centre Pitton Cross Caravan Park
Rhossili Reynoldston Post Office Crofty Post Office
E-book available on Smashwordshttpwwwsmashwordscombooksview145799
Oystermouth Castle is scheduled to re-open on 16th June 2012 Annrsquos new book will be on sale in the Visitors Centre in Alinarsquos Chapel
Local Personality
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Nick ldquoEXTREME SUNBATHINGrdquo in New Zealand
Name Nick Rees - REESY by nickname
Age 23
Job Events amp Marketing Associate within the surf industry
Education I went to Bishopston Comprehensive and later graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 21 in Sports Management
I grew up in Mumbles and have always taken advantage of the coastal lifestyle wersquore
so lucky to have on our doorstep
Picture G-Land Indonesia
Nick Rees (REESY)
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TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
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REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
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REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
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My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
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To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
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oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
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BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
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Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
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Weather
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
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Following two recent local produce events hosted by Gower Chillis I was inspired to commit this recipe to writing which was passed to me some years ago With chillis being a key ingredient to these parcels of delicious aromatic flavours I thought it appropriate to share this recipe now that Gower has its very own local chilli producer The recipe can be tailored to be hot and fiery or mild and creamy - it all depends on the amount and type of chillis you choose to use balanced alongside varying amounts of curry power and coconut milk to suit your taste
The following recipe is reasonably spicy - though not too fiery and hot
Ingredients
Makes approximately 30 small curry puff parcels
2 chicken breasts1 carrot1 potato
1 stick of celery1 red and 1 green chilli
5 garlic cloves1rdquo piece of ginger
1 onion12 teaspoon of mustard seeds
2 cardamon pods2 cloves
1 small cup of peas1 chicken stock cube
12 teaspoon of curry powder200ml of coconut milk
handful of fresh coriandera few splashes of tabasco sauce
salt and pepper to taste 2 x 500g packs of ready to roll puff pastry
1 tablespoon of sunflower oil and2 whisked eggs (with a little salt) for glazing
Gower Chillis
Gower Chillis sauces can be purchased from the Bay Bistro Shop in Rhossili and the Gower Wildflower Centre at BlackhillsFairwood Products also available direct via
wwwgowerchilliscomor by calling Andrew on 07854 319768 (mobile rates apply) The Gower Chillis Green Label sauce has a Thai feel to it as itrsquos flavoured with garlic lime and coriander ldquoThis sauce would be particularly good with Thai Curryrdquo said Andrew Brooks of Gower Chillis Facebook Gower Ch i l l i s Twitter AndrewBr00ks
Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
23
Equipment and Method
a large wok or non-stick pana small pan for parboiling vegetables
a round 3rdquo diameter pastry cutteran egg-wash brush anda non-stick baking tray
Curry Puff Filling
1 Dice the carrot and potato into small square pieces place in a pan of cold water (slightly salted) and parboil the vegetable pieces until tender (this will take around 3 minutes from when the water boils)
2 Meanwhile heat the vegetable oil in the wok adding the mustard seeds cardamon pods and cloves until the seeds start popping At this point remove the spices from the heat
3 Drain the parboiled vegetables and set aside4 Chop the onion into small pieces place the wok back onto a medium
heat add the onion pieces and gently fry (do not let the onion brown)5 Add to the wok finely chopped garlic and ginger gently frying for a
minute6 Dice the chicken into small pieces and add to the wok stirring the
mixture gently until the chicken is sealed7 Put on food preparation gloves (optional) and finely chop one red and
green chilli (removing the seeds for a less fiery mixture)8 Add the chopped chillis along with one finely chopped stick of celery9 Add to the mixture the chicken stock cube and mix gently10 Now add the parboiled vegetables and peas to the mixture11 Sprinkle over a level teaspoon of curry powder12 Add a few dashes of tabasco sauce13 Pour around 200ml of coconut milk into the mixture (adding a little
more or less to create a wet but not too runny mixture)14 Allow the mixture to simmer until the chicken is cooked through and
the mixture is pipping hot15 Add salt and pepper to taste then finally16 Add chopped coriander stir gently and set mixture aside to cool
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Thai Curry Puffs
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Curry Puff Parcels
The easiest way to make these delicious fragrant curry parcels is to use shop bought ready made puff pastry (be sure to remove the pastry from the fridge about 20 minutes before rolling it)
1 Sprinkle some plain flour onto a clean work surface2 Roll out the pastry with a floured rolling pin until the pastry is about
3mm thick3 Using a round pastry cutter cut out as many pieces as possible Recycle
the off-cuts of pastry by re-rolling and cutting out extra pieces4 Once cut slightly roll each pastry piece until a little thinner5 Spoon approximately a teaspoon of mixture placing it in the centre of
a piece of pastry6 Brush some egg-wash around the edges of the pastry then add another
piece of pastry on top Slightly press down the edges of the parcel to seal
7 Using the pastry cutter place the cutter over the parcel to trim the edges of the parcel You should be left with a neat round pastry parcel filled with your curry mixture
8 Repeat the process until you have used up all your pastrymixture9 Place your parcels on a greased baking tray10Wash the top of each parcel with egg-wash then finally11Place the parcels on the baking tray into a pre-heated oven (190degC
375degFGM5) and cook for around 20-25 minutes (the parcels should look brown and puffy)
Curry puffs can be served hot or cold Cooled curry puffs can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 24 hours
Enjoy
copy2012 Words and images by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower NewsRecipe adapted from a concept by Nelly Wilson Aldershot
During the late 18th and 19th centuries the remote Gower coastline was a l u c r a t i v e h a v e n f o r smugglers
Beneath the cliffs at Port Eynon a cave called Culver Hole is set between two rock faces and has a masonry wall and a staircase leading up four floors
Culver Hole is believed to have links with the legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in h a n d y f o r s t o w i n g a w a y contraband
Va r i o u s s mu g g l i n g g a n g s operated under the very noses of the establishment making the job o f t h e c u s t o m s o f f i c i a l s particularly difficult Farms at Great and Little Highway occupied by William Hawkin Arthur the self-styled smuggling k ing were the cen t re o f o p e r a t i o n s S e e m i n g l y invincible it was customs officer Francis Bevan an ancestor of both Silvanus and Anne who in 1804 seized some 420 casks of spirits from a concealed cellar in both farmhouses causing the collapse of this particular gangrsquos operations
Frances Bevan was formerly a history correspondent on the Swindon Advertiser she has written extensively on people places and events in the history of Swindon
Frances has a number of blogs of which lsquoDear Georgersquo is one
The lsquoDear Georgersquo blog tells the real-life story of 15-year-old George Bevan who left home to begin an apprenticeship in his unclersquos ironmongerrsquos shop in Llandudno the blog focuses on subsequent correspondence between the boy and his family in Gower that was to run for over 50 years
If you would like to read more about the Bevan family from Gower visit
georgebevanblogspotcouk
copy 2012 Unless otherwise stated text and images courtesy of Frances Bevan - lsquoDear Georgersquo
History
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Shipwrecks and Smuggling
By Frances Bevan
This incident illustrates just how dangerous the work of customs officers could be as Francis had to contend with a mob of more than 200 people as he endeavoured to get the casks into safe keeping Guarding the haul in transit proved equally difficult and by the time the consignment reached Swansea it was found to be 17 casks short In a subsequent report Francis explained how he had given up some of the casks to secure the safe transference of the bulk of the shipment
Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851
Culver Hole Early 20th centuryPhotographer unknown - copy Dear George
Culver Hole As seen today copy Photograph - Gower News
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Culver Hole is believed to have links with the
legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in handy for stowing away contraband
ldquo
rdquo
Letters from the Bevan family in Overton to apprentice ironmonger George in Llandudno contain frequent references to relatives and neighbours gone to sea and sometimes lost at sea
From the first publication of The Cambrian newspaper in 1804 until the end of the 20th century there were 250 reported shipwrecks along the Gower coastline
In a letter to George dated January 23 1879 Anne writes ndash ldquoLast Monday night a Norweggian Barque came on Shore under Slade Cliff Laden with Indian Corn Maize All the Crew are saved amp are at Porteynon The men round here have got work getting out the Cargo Frank has been up seeing the wreck this afternoonrdquo
In a community dominated by events at sea Annersquos letter to George dated March 10 1879 makes reference to events surrounding one particular shipwreck
On the evening of Tuesday February 11 1879 the Mary Stenhouse a Liverpool ship carrying 350 tons of pig iron ran aground at Rhossilli The ship launched a boat conveying nine members of the twenty strong crew including the masterrsquos wife Mrs Hedgecock but it capsized before reaching the shore and all ten people on board were drowned The remaining crew members were safely rescued Lloyds Agent George Gibbs Annersquos cousin sent the tug Hero to go to the aid of the stricken vessel which was later towed to Swansea
ldquoMrs George Gibbs of Porteynon is gone to Liverpool today about the Salvage of the Mary Stenhouse If you see an account of the Trial in any newspaper send it for your Father to read there is great talk about it hererdquo Anne writes to her son
But for some of the local men there was work to be had from salvaging the ships that ran aground on the Gower coast In January 1881 Sill writes to his brother George about the coal carrying Cresswell that was wrecked to the west of Sladersquos foot
History
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ldquoThe wreck has been bought by the firm lsquoBevan amp Corsquo comprising C amp S Bevan J Steven Overton J Stephen Porteynon J Hughes for pound50 We are therefore very busy every day wrecking amp expect to clear a little dust by our bargaininghelliprdquo
The Australian barque was a complete wreck with the accident attributed to errors made by the master and the mate The stipendiary magistrate and nautical assessors suspended the masterrsquos certificate for three months and the matersquos for six at a Board of Trade inquiry held at the Guildhall Swansea
The Horton and Port Eynon RNLI Lifeboat Station at as seen todaycopy Photograph - Gower News
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ldquoThe schooner Emma of Plymouth going from Newport to the South of Cornwall with coal put in on Oxwich Sand today having carried away her main sail amp other sails she would not steer They expect to save the ship by discharging her so we are expecting coal cheaprdquo Sill continued in the same letter
Following the wreck of the Agnes Jack on January 27 1883 and just ten days later the Surprise lost with all hands under Overton cliffs a lifeboat station at Port Eynon was opened in 1884
But the dangerous location of this station saw it closed in 1919 following the loss of the lifeboat Janet in 1916 when it went to the aid of the SS Dunvegan Three members of the crew lost their lives that night Coxswain Billy Gibbs William Eynon second coxswain and lifeboatman George Harry are remembered on a memorial looking out to sea in the churchyard at St Cattwgrsquos Port Eynon
Read more about casualties along the dangerous Gower coastline on httpwwwshipwrecks-walescouk
History
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Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851rdquo
ldquo
Lifeboatmen and Sailor Memorial St Cattwgs Church Port Eynon Gowercopy Photograph - Gower News
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The Author Ann Thomas
BiographyWriting poetry and making up stories since she was a child Ann only started to write seriously when her children were grown Her main ambition is to write science fiction but along the way she got distracted by local history and poetry about her stroke Taking early retirement gave her the chance to concentrate on her writing
Book Launch
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Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
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The book uses the life of Alina de Breos to tell the story of the barons rebellion which started in the Lordship of Gower in 1320 and eventually led to the toppling of Edward II from the English throne Alina ended up with her son in the Tower of London her husband executed and all her estates confiscated When Edward II was deposed the Lordship of Gower was returned to her in an act of mercy by Edward III and legend has it that she built the chapel on Oystermouth Castle
Talking about her new book Ann said ldquoOne day I was standing in Swansea town centre opposite the ruins of Swansea Castle and I wondered what the castle and the town were like in the castlersquos heyday I searched the internet and went to the library and found a remarkable story that captured my imagination Three years later and lots more research and writing and there is a bookrdquo
Annrsquos Book lsquoAlinarsquo The White Lady of Oystermouth is now available at the following outlets in Swansea and Gower
Swansea Museum National Waterfront Museum Swansea City Centre Tourist Information Centre Uplands Bookshop Mumbles Tourist Information Centre Cover to Cover Bookshop Shepherds at Parkmill Gower Heritage Centre Gower Kite and Surf Centre Pitton Cross Caravan Park
Rhossili Reynoldston Post Office Crofty Post Office
E-book available on Smashwordshttpwwwsmashwordscombooksview145799
Oystermouth Castle is scheduled to re-open on 16th June 2012 Annrsquos new book will be on sale in the Visitors Centre in Alinarsquos Chapel
Local Personality
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Nick ldquoEXTREME SUNBATHINGrdquo in New Zealand
Name Nick Rees - REESY by nickname
Age 23
Job Events amp Marketing Associate within the surf industry
Education I went to Bishopston Comprehensive and later graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 21 in Sports Management
I grew up in Mumbles and have always taken advantage of the coastal lifestyle wersquore
so lucky to have on our doorstep
Picture G-Land Indonesia
Nick Rees (REESY)
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TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
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REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
wwwreesyphotographycouk
REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk37
My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
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oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
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Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
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Easy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
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Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
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Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
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BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
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Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
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Weather
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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Thai Curry Puffs
21
Following two recent local produce events hosted by Gower Chillis I was inspired to commit this recipe to writing which was passed to me some years ago With chillis being a key ingredient to these parcels of delicious aromatic flavours I thought it appropriate to share this recipe now that Gower has its very own local chilli producer The recipe can be tailored to be hot and fiery or mild and creamy - it all depends on the amount and type of chillis you choose to use balanced alongside varying amounts of curry power and coconut milk to suit your taste
The following recipe is reasonably spicy - though not too fiery and hot
Ingredients
Makes approximately 30 small curry puff parcels
2 chicken breasts1 carrot1 potato
1 stick of celery1 red and 1 green chilli
5 garlic cloves1rdquo piece of ginger
1 onion12 teaspoon of mustard seeds
2 cardamon pods2 cloves
1 small cup of peas1 chicken stock cube
12 teaspoon of curry powder200ml of coconut milk
handful of fresh coriandera few splashes of tabasco sauce
salt and pepper to taste 2 x 500g packs of ready to roll puff pastry
1 tablespoon of sunflower oil and2 whisked eggs (with a little salt) for glazing
Gower Chillis
Gower Chillis sauces can be purchased from the Bay Bistro Shop in Rhossili and the Gower Wildflower Centre at BlackhillsFairwood Products also available direct via
wwwgowerchilliscomor by calling Andrew on 07854 319768 (mobile rates apply) The Gower Chillis Green Label sauce has a Thai feel to it as itrsquos flavoured with garlic lime and coriander ldquoThis sauce would be particularly good with Thai Curryrdquo said Andrew Brooks of Gower Chillis Facebook Gower Ch i l l i s Twitter AndrewBr00ks
Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
23
Equipment and Method
a large wok or non-stick pana small pan for parboiling vegetables
a round 3rdquo diameter pastry cutteran egg-wash brush anda non-stick baking tray
Curry Puff Filling
1 Dice the carrot and potato into small square pieces place in a pan of cold water (slightly salted) and parboil the vegetable pieces until tender (this will take around 3 minutes from when the water boils)
2 Meanwhile heat the vegetable oil in the wok adding the mustard seeds cardamon pods and cloves until the seeds start popping At this point remove the spices from the heat
3 Drain the parboiled vegetables and set aside4 Chop the onion into small pieces place the wok back onto a medium
heat add the onion pieces and gently fry (do not let the onion brown)5 Add to the wok finely chopped garlic and ginger gently frying for a
minute6 Dice the chicken into small pieces and add to the wok stirring the
mixture gently until the chicken is sealed7 Put on food preparation gloves (optional) and finely chop one red and
green chilli (removing the seeds for a less fiery mixture)8 Add the chopped chillis along with one finely chopped stick of celery9 Add to the mixture the chicken stock cube and mix gently10 Now add the parboiled vegetables and peas to the mixture11 Sprinkle over a level teaspoon of curry powder12 Add a few dashes of tabasco sauce13 Pour around 200ml of coconut milk into the mixture (adding a little
more or less to create a wet but not too runny mixture)14 Allow the mixture to simmer until the chicken is cooked through and
the mixture is pipping hot15 Add salt and pepper to taste then finally16 Add chopped coriander stir gently and set mixture aside to cool
Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
25
Curry Puff Parcels
The easiest way to make these delicious fragrant curry parcels is to use shop bought ready made puff pastry (be sure to remove the pastry from the fridge about 20 minutes before rolling it)
1 Sprinkle some plain flour onto a clean work surface2 Roll out the pastry with a floured rolling pin until the pastry is about
3mm thick3 Using a round pastry cutter cut out as many pieces as possible Recycle
the off-cuts of pastry by re-rolling and cutting out extra pieces4 Once cut slightly roll each pastry piece until a little thinner5 Spoon approximately a teaspoon of mixture placing it in the centre of
a piece of pastry6 Brush some egg-wash around the edges of the pastry then add another
piece of pastry on top Slightly press down the edges of the parcel to seal
7 Using the pastry cutter place the cutter over the parcel to trim the edges of the parcel You should be left with a neat round pastry parcel filled with your curry mixture
8 Repeat the process until you have used up all your pastrymixture9 Place your parcels on a greased baking tray10Wash the top of each parcel with egg-wash then finally11Place the parcels on the baking tray into a pre-heated oven (190degC
375degFGM5) and cook for around 20-25 minutes (the parcels should look brown and puffy)
Curry puffs can be served hot or cold Cooled curry puffs can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 24 hours
Enjoy
copy2012 Words and images by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower NewsRecipe adapted from a concept by Nelly Wilson Aldershot
During the late 18th and 19th centuries the remote Gower coastline was a l u c r a t i v e h a v e n f o r smugglers
Beneath the cliffs at Port Eynon a cave called Culver Hole is set between two rock faces and has a masonry wall and a staircase leading up four floors
Culver Hole is believed to have links with the legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in h a n d y f o r s t o w i n g a w a y contraband
Va r i o u s s mu g g l i n g g a n g s operated under the very noses of the establishment making the job o f t h e c u s t o m s o f f i c i a l s particularly difficult Farms at Great and Little Highway occupied by William Hawkin Arthur the self-styled smuggling k ing were the cen t re o f o p e r a t i o n s S e e m i n g l y invincible it was customs officer Francis Bevan an ancestor of both Silvanus and Anne who in 1804 seized some 420 casks of spirits from a concealed cellar in both farmhouses causing the collapse of this particular gangrsquos operations
Frances Bevan was formerly a history correspondent on the Swindon Advertiser she has written extensively on people places and events in the history of Swindon
Frances has a number of blogs of which lsquoDear Georgersquo is one
The lsquoDear Georgersquo blog tells the real-life story of 15-year-old George Bevan who left home to begin an apprenticeship in his unclersquos ironmongerrsquos shop in Llandudno the blog focuses on subsequent correspondence between the boy and his family in Gower that was to run for over 50 years
If you would like to read more about the Bevan family from Gower visit
georgebevanblogspotcouk
copy 2012 Unless otherwise stated text and images courtesy of Frances Bevan - lsquoDear Georgersquo
History
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Shipwrecks and Smuggling
By Frances Bevan
This incident illustrates just how dangerous the work of customs officers could be as Francis had to contend with a mob of more than 200 people as he endeavoured to get the casks into safe keeping Guarding the haul in transit proved equally difficult and by the time the consignment reached Swansea it was found to be 17 casks short In a subsequent report Francis explained how he had given up some of the casks to secure the safe transference of the bulk of the shipment
Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851
Culver Hole Early 20th centuryPhotographer unknown - copy Dear George
Culver Hole As seen today copy Photograph - Gower News
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Culver Hole is believed to have links with the
legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in handy for stowing away contraband
ldquo
rdquo
Letters from the Bevan family in Overton to apprentice ironmonger George in Llandudno contain frequent references to relatives and neighbours gone to sea and sometimes lost at sea
From the first publication of The Cambrian newspaper in 1804 until the end of the 20th century there were 250 reported shipwrecks along the Gower coastline
In a letter to George dated January 23 1879 Anne writes ndash ldquoLast Monday night a Norweggian Barque came on Shore under Slade Cliff Laden with Indian Corn Maize All the Crew are saved amp are at Porteynon The men round here have got work getting out the Cargo Frank has been up seeing the wreck this afternoonrdquo
In a community dominated by events at sea Annersquos letter to George dated March 10 1879 makes reference to events surrounding one particular shipwreck
On the evening of Tuesday February 11 1879 the Mary Stenhouse a Liverpool ship carrying 350 tons of pig iron ran aground at Rhossilli The ship launched a boat conveying nine members of the twenty strong crew including the masterrsquos wife Mrs Hedgecock but it capsized before reaching the shore and all ten people on board were drowned The remaining crew members were safely rescued Lloyds Agent George Gibbs Annersquos cousin sent the tug Hero to go to the aid of the stricken vessel which was later towed to Swansea
ldquoMrs George Gibbs of Porteynon is gone to Liverpool today about the Salvage of the Mary Stenhouse If you see an account of the Trial in any newspaper send it for your Father to read there is great talk about it hererdquo Anne writes to her son
But for some of the local men there was work to be had from salvaging the ships that ran aground on the Gower coast In January 1881 Sill writes to his brother George about the coal carrying Cresswell that was wrecked to the west of Sladersquos foot
History
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ldquoThe wreck has been bought by the firm lsquoBevan amp Corsquo comprising C amp S Bevan J Steven Overton J Stephen Porteynon J Hughes for pound50 We are therefore very busy every day wrecking amp expect to clear a little dust by our bargaininghelliprdquo
The Australian barque was a complete wreck with the accident attributed to errors made by the master and the mate The stipendiary magistrate and nautical assessors suspended the masterrsquos certificate for three months and the matersquos for six at a Board of Trade inquiry held at the Guildhall Swansea
The Horton and Port Eynon RNLI Lifeboat Station at as seen todaycopy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
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ldquoThe schooner Emma of Plymouth going from Newport to the South of Cornwall with coal put in on Oxwich Sand today having carried away her main sail amp other sails she would not steer They expect to save the ship by discharging her so we are expecting coal cheaprdquo Sill continued in the same letter
Following the wreck of the Agnes Jack on January 27 1883 and just ten days later the Surprise lost with all hands under Overton cliffs a lifeboat station at Port Eynon was opened in 1884
But the dangerous location of this station saw it closed in 1919 following the loss of the lifeboat Janet in 1916 when it went to the aid of the SS Dunvegan Three members of the crew lost their lives that night Coxswain Billy Gibbs William Eynon second coxswain and lifeboatman George Harry are remembered on a memorial looking out to sea in the churchyard at St Cattwgrsquos Port Eynon
Read more about casualties along the dangerous Gower coastline on httpwwwshipwrecks-walescouk
History
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Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851rdquo
ldquo
Lifeboatmen and Sailor Memorial St Cattwgs Church Port Eynon Gowercopy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
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The Author Ann Thomas
BiographyWriting poetry and making up stories since she was a child Ann only started to write seriously when her children were grown Her main ambition is to write science fiction but along the way she got distracted by local history and poetry about her stroke Taking early retirement gave her the chance to concentrate on her writing
Book Launch
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Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
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The book uses the life of Alina de Breos to tell the story of the barons rebellion which started in the Lordship of Gower in 1320 and eventually led to the toppling of Edward II from the English throne Alina ended up with her son in the Tower of London her husband executed and all her estates confiscated When Edward II was deposed the Lordship of Gower was returned to her in an act of mercy by Edward III and legend has it that she built the chapel on Oystermouth Castle
Talking about her new book Ann said ldquoOne day I was standing in Swansea town centre opposite the ruins of Swansea Castle and I wondered what the castle and the town were like in the castlersquos heyday I searched the internet and went to the library and found a remarkable story that captured my imagination Three years later and lots more research and writing and there is a bookrdquo
Annrsquos Book lsquoAlinarsquo The White Lady of Oystermouth is now available at the following outlets in Swansea and Gower
Swansea Museum National Waterfront Museum Swansea City Centre Tourist Information Centre Uplands Bookshop Mumbles Tourist Information Centre Cover to Cover Bookshop Shepherds at Parkmill Gower Heritage Centre Gower Kite and Surf Centre Pitton Cross Caravan Park
Rhossili Reynoldston Post Office Crofty Post Office
E-book available on Smashwordshttpwwwsmashwordscombooksview145799
Oystermouth Castle is scheduled to re-open on 16th June 2012 Annrsquos new book will be on sale in the Visitors Centre in Alinarsquos Chapel
Local Personality
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Nick ldquoEXTREME SUNBATHINGrdquo in New Zealand
Name Nick Rees - REESY by nickname
Age 23
Job Events amp Marketing Associate within the surf industry
Education I went to Bishopston Comprehensive and later graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 21 in Sports Management
I grew up in Mumbles and have always taken advantage of the coastal lifestyle wersquore
so lucky to have on our doorstep
Picture G-Land Indonesia
Nick Rees (REESY)
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TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
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REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
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REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
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My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
limeslade
caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
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Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
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Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon
morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon
To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
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BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
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Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
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Weather
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
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Equipment and Method
a large wok or non-stick pana small pan for parboiling vegetables
a round 3rdquo diameter pastry cutteran egg-wash brush anda non-stick baking tray
Curry Puff Filling
1 Dice the carrot and potato into small square pieces place in a pan of cold water (slightly salted) and parboil the vegetable pieces until tender (this will take around 3 minutes from when the water boils)
2 Meanwhile heat the vegetable oil in the wok adding the mustard seeds cardamon pods and cloves until the seeds start popping At this point remove the spices from the heat
3 Drain the parboiled vegetables and set aside4 Chop the onion into small pieces place the wok back onto a medium
heat add the onion pieces and gently fry (do not let the onion brown)5 Add to the wok finely chopped garlic and ginger gently frying for a
minute6 Dice the chicken into small pieces and add to the wok stirring the
mixture gently until the chicken is sealed7 Put on food preparation gloves (optional) and finely chop one red and
green chilli (removing the seeds for a less fiery mixture)8 Add the chopped chillis along with one finely chopped stick of celery9 Add to the mixture the chicken stock cube and mix gently10 Now add the parboiled vegetables and peas to the mixture11 Sprinkle over a level teaspoon of curry powder12 Add a few dashes of tabasco sauce13 Pour around 200ml of coconut milk into the mixture (adding a little
more or less to create a wet but not too runny mixture)14 Allow the mixture to simmer until the chicken is cooked through and
the mixture is pipping hot15 Add salt and pepper to taste then finally16 Add chopped coriander stir gently and set mixture aside to cool
Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
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Curry Puff Parcels
The easiest way to make these delicious fragrant curry parcels is to use shop bought ready made puff pastry (be sure to remove the pastry from the fridge about 20 minutes before rolling it)
1 Sprinkle some plain flour onto a clean work surface2 Roll out the pastry with a floured rolling pin until the pastry is about
3mm thick3 Using a round pastry cutter cut out as many pieces as possible Recycle
the off-cuts of pastry by re-rolling and cutting out extra pieces4 Once cut slightly roll each pastry piece until a little thinner5 Spoon approximately a teaspoon of mixture placing it in the centre of
a piece of pastry6 Brush some egg-wash around the edges of the pastry then add another
piece of pastry on top Slightly press down the edges of the parcel to seal
7 Using the pastry cutter place the cutter over the parcel to trim the edges of the parcel You should be left with a neat round pastry parcel filled with your curry mixture
8 Repeat the process until you have used up all your pastrymixture9 Place your parcels on a greased baking tray10Wash the top of each parcel with egg-wash then finally11Place the parcels on the baking tray into a pre-heated oven (190degC
375degFGM5) and cook for around 20-25 minutes (the parcels should look brown and puffy)
Curry puffs can be served hot or cold Cooled curry puffs can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 24 hours
Enjoy
copy2012 Words and images by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower NewsRecipe adapted from a concept by Nelly Wilson Aldershot
During the late 18th and 19th centuries the remote Gower coastline was a l u c r a t i v e h a v e n f o r smugglers
Beneath the cliffs at Port Eynon a cave called Culver Hole is set between two rock faces and has a masonry wall and a staircase leading up four floors
Culver Hole is believed to have links with the legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in h a n d y f o r s t o w i n g a w a y contraband
Va r i o u s s mu g g l i n g g a n g s operated under the very noses of the establishment making the job o f t h e c u s t o m s o f f i c i a l s particularly difficult Farms at Great and Little Highway occupied by William Hawkin Arthur the self-styled smuggling k ing were the cen t re o f o p e r a t i o n s S e e m i n g l y invincible it was customs officer Francis Bevan an ancestor of both Silvanus and Anne who in 1804 seized some 420 casks of spirits from a concealed cellar in both farmhouses causing the collapse of this particular gangrsquos operations
Frances Bevan was formerly a history correspondent on the Swindon Advertiser she has written extensively on people places and events in the history of Swindon
Frances has a number of blogs of which lsquoDear Georgersquo is one
The lsquoDear Georgersquo blog tells the real-life story of 15-year-old George Bevan who left home to begin an apprenticeship in his unclersquos ironmongerrsquos shop in Llandudno the blog focuses on subsequent correspondence between the boy and his family in Gower that was to run for over 50 years
If you would like to read more about the Bevan family from Gower visit
georgebevanblogspotcouk
copy 2012 Unless otherwise stated text and images courtesy of Frances Bevan - lsquoDear Georgersquo
History
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Shipwrecks and Smuggling
By Frances Bevan
This incident illustrates just how dangerous the work of customs officers could be as Francis had to contend with a mob of more than 200 people as he endeavoured to get the casks into safe keeping Guarding the haul in transit proved equally difficult and by the time the consignment reached Swansea it was found to be 17 casks short In a subsequent report Francis explained how he had given up some of the casks to secure the safe transference of the bulk of the shipment
Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851
Culver Hole Early 20th centuryPhotographer unknown - copy Dear George
Culver Hole As seen today copy Photograph - Gower News
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Culver Hole is believed to have links with the
legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in handy for stowing away contraband
ldquo
rdquo
Letters from the Bevan family in Overton to apprentice ironmonger George in Llandudno contain frequent references to relatives and neighbours gone to sea and sometimes lost at sea
From the first publication of The Cambrian newspaper in 1804 until the end of the 20th century there were 250 reported shipwrecks along the Gower coastline
In a letter to George dated January 23 1879 Anne writes ndash ldquoLast Monday night a Norweggian Barque came on Shore under Slade Cliff Laden with Indian Corn Maize All the Crew are saved amp are at Porteynon The men round here have got work getting out the Cargo Frank has been up seeing the wreck this afternoonrdquo
In a community dominated by events at sea Annersquos letter to George dated March 10 1879 makes reference to events surrounding one particular shipwreck
On the evening of Tuesday February 11 1879 the Mary Stenhouse a Liverpool ship carrying 350 tons of pig iron ran aground at Rhossilli The ship launched a boat conveying nine members of the twenty strong crew including the masterrsquos wife Mrs Hedgecock but it capsized before reaching the shore and all ten people on board were drowned The remaining crew members were safely rescued Lloyds Agent George Gibbs Annersquos cousin sent the tug Hero to go to the aid of the stricken vessel which was later towed to Swansea
ldquoMrs George Gibbs of Porteynon is gone to Liverpool today about the Salvage of the Mary Stenhouse If you see an account of the Trial in any newspaper send it for your Father to read there is great talk about it hererdquo Anne writes to her son
But for some of the local men there was work to be had from salvaging the ships that ran aground on the Gower coast In January 1881 Sill writes to his brother George about the coal carrying Cresswell that was wrecked to the west of Sladersquos foot
History
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ldquoThe wreck has been bought by the firm lsquoBevan amp Corsquo comprising C amp S Bevan J Steven Overton J Stephen Porteynon J Hughes for pound50 We are therefore very busy every day wrecking amp expect to clear a little dust by our bargaininghelliprdquo
The Australian barque was a complete wreck with the accident attributed to errors made by the master and the mate The stipendiary magistrate and nautical assessors suspended the masterrsquos certificate for three months and the matersquos for six at a Board of Trade inquiry held at the Guildhall Swansea
The Horton and Port Eynon RNLI Lifeboat Station at as seen todaycopy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
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ldquoThe schooner Emma of Plymouth going from Newport to the South of Cornwall with coal put in on Oxwich Sand today having carried away her main sail amp other sails she would not steer They expect to save the ship by discharging her so we are expecting coal cheaprdquo Sill continued in the same letter
Following the wreck of the Agnes Jack on January 27 1883 and just ten days later the Surprise lost with all hands under Overton cliffs a lifeboat station at Port Eynon was opened in 1884
But the dangerous location of this station saw it closed in 1919 following the loss of the lifeboat Janet in 1916 when it went to the aid of the SS Dunvegan Three members of the crew lost their lives that night Coxswain Billy Gibbs William Eynon second coxswain and lifeboatman George Harry are remembered on a memorial looking out to sea in the churchyard at St Cattwgrsquos Port Eynon
Read more about casualties along the dangerous Gower coastline on httpwwwshipwrecks-walescouk
History
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Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851rdquo
ldquo
Lifeboatmen and Sailor Memorial St Cattwgs Church Port Eynon Gowercopy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
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The Author Ann Thomas
BiographyWriting poetry and making up stories since she was a child Ann only started to write seriously when her children were grown Her main ambition is to write science fiction but along the way she got distracted by local history and poetry about her stroke Taking early retirement gave her the chance to concentrate on her writing
Book Launch
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Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
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The book uses the life of Alina de Breos to tell the story of the barons rebellion which started in the Lordship of Gower in 1320 and eventually led to the toppling of Edward II from the English throne Alina ended up with her son in the Tower of London her husband executed and all her estates confiscated When Edward II was deposed the Lordship of Gower was returned to her in an act of mercy by Edward III and legend has it that she built the chapel on Oystermouth Castle
Talking about her new book Ann said ldquoOne day I was standing in Swansea town centre opposite the ruins of Swansea Castle and I wondered what the castle and the town were like in the castlersquos heyday I searched the internet and went to the library and found a remarkable story that captured my imagination Three years later and lots more research and writing and there is a bookrdquo
Annrsquos Book lsquoAlinarsquo The White Lady of Oystermouth is now available at the following outlets in Swansea and Gower
Swansea Museum National Waterfront Museum Swansea City Centre Tourist Information Centre Uplands Bookshop Mumbles Tourist Information Centre Cover to Cover Bookshop Shepherds at Parkmill Gower Heritage Centre Gower Kite and Surf Centre Pitton Cross Caravan Park
Rhossili Reynoldston Post Office Crofty Post Office
E-book available on Smashwordshttpwwwsmashwordscombooksview145799
Oystermouth Castle is scheduled to re-open on 16th June 2012 Annrsquos new book will be on sale in the Visitors Centre in Alinarsquos Chapel
Local Personality
wwwgowernewscouk34
Nick ldquoEXTREME SUNBATHINGrdquo in New Zealand
Name Nick Rees - REESY by nickname
Age 23
Job Events amp Marketing Associate within the surf industry
Education I went to Bishopston Comprehensive and later graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 21 in Sports Management
I grew up in Mumbles and have always taken advantage of the coastal lifestyle wersquore
so lucky to have on our doorstep
Picture G-Land Indonesia
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk35
TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
wwwgowernewscouk36
REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
wwwreesyphotographycouk
REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk37
My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
limeslade
caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
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To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
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oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing Tourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
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broughton bay
Ideal swell W to SBottom Sand
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MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
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caswell bay
Ideal swell Big WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 4rsquo1rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide HighBest wind NW
oxwich bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Swansea TouristInformation CentrePlymouth StreetSwansea SA1 3QG01792 468321
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE TO SW
swansea bay
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
mumbles head
Break rating
Easy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing
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heart of Swansearsquos
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
limeslade
caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
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To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
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oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
KitesurfingTourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
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BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
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Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
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Weather
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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Thai Curry Puffs
23
Equipment and Method
a large wok or non-stick pana small pan for parboiling vegetables
a round 3rdquo diameter pastry cutteran egg-wash brush anda non-stick baking tray
Curry Puff Filling
1 Dice the carrot and potato into small square pieces place in a pan of cold water (slightly salted) and parboil the vegetable pieces until tender (this will take around 3 minutes from when the water boils)
2 Meanwhile heat the vegetable oil in the wok adding the mustard seeds cardamon pods and cloves until the seeds start popping At this point remove the spices from the heat
3 Drain the parboiled vegetables and set aside4 Chop the onion into small pieces place the wok back onto a medium
heat add the onion pieces and gently fry (do not let the onion brown)5 Add to the wok finely chopped garlic and ginger gently frying for a
minute6 Dice the chicken into small pieces and add to the wok stirring the
mixture gently until the chicken is sealed7 Put on food preparation gloves (optional) and finely chop one red and
green chilli (removing the seeds for a less fiery mixture)8 Add the chopped chillis along with one finely chopped stick of celery9 Add to the mixture the chicken stock cube and mix gently10 Now add the parboiled vegetables and peas to the mixture11 Sprinkle over a level teaspoon of curry powder12 Add a few dashes of tabasco sauce13 Pour around 200ml of coconut milk into the mixture (adding a little
more or less to create a wet but not too runny mixture)14 Allow the mixture to simmer until the chicken is cooked through and
the mixture is pipping hot15 Add salt and pepper to taste then finally16 Add chopped coriander stir gently and set mixture aside to cool
Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
25
Curry Puff Parcels
The easiest way to make these delicious fragrant curry parcels is to use shop bought ready made puff pastry (be sure to remove the pastry from the fridge about 20 minutes before rolling it)
1 Sprinkle some plain flour onto a clean work surface2 Roll out the pastry with a floured rolling pin until the pastry is about
3mm thick3 Using a round pastry cutter cut out as many pieces as possible Recycle
the off-cuts of pastry by re-rolling and cutting out extra pieces4 Once cut slightly roll each pastry piece until a little thinner5 Spoon approximately a teaspoon of mixture placing it in the centre of
a piece of pastry6 Brush some egg-wash around the edges of the pastry then add another
piece of pastry on top Slightly press down the edges of the parcel to seal
7 Using the pastry cutter place the cutter over the parcel to trim the edges of the parcel You should be left with a neat round pastry parcel filled with your curry mixture
8 Repeat the process until you have used up all your pastrymixture9 Place your parcels on a greased baking tray10Wash the top of each parcel with egg-wash then finally11Place the parcels on the baking tray into a pre-heated oven (190degC
375degFGM5) and cook for around 20-25 minutes (the parcels should look brown and puffy)
Curry puffs can be served hot or cold Cooled curry puffs can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 24 hours
Enjoy
copy2012 Words and images by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower NewsRecipe adapted from a concept by Nelly Wilson Aldershot
During the late 18th and 19th centuries the remote Gower coastline was a l u c r a t i v e h a v e n f o r smugglers
Beneath the cliffs at Port Eynon a cave called Culver Hole is set between two rock faces and has a masonry wall and a staircase leading up four floors
Culver Hole is believed to have links with the legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in h a n d y f o r s t o w i n g a w a y contraband
Va r i o u s s mu g g l i n g g a n g s operated under the very noses of the establishment making the job o f t h e c u s t o m s o f f i c i a l s particularly difficult Farms at Great and Little Highway occupied by William Hawkin Arthur the self-styled smuggling k ing were the cen t re o f o p e r a t i o n s S e e m i n g l y invincible it was customs officer Francis Bevan an ancestor of both Silvanus and Anne who in 1804 seized some 420 casks of spirits from a concealed cellar in both farmhouses causing the collapse of this particular gangrsquos operations
Frances Bevan was formerly a history correspondent on the Swindon Advertiser she has written extensively on people places and events in the history of Swindon
Frances has a number of blogs of which lsquoDear Georgersquo is one
The lsquoDear Georgersquo blog tells the real-life story of 15-year-old George Bevan who left home to begin an apprenticeship in his unclersquos ironmongerrsquos shop in Llandudno the blog focuses on subsequent correspondence between the boy and his family in Gower that was to run for over 50 years
If you would like to read more about the Bevan family from Gower visit
georgebevanblogspotcouk
copy 2012 Unless otherwise stated text and images courtesy of Frances Bevan - lsquoDear Georgersquo
History
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Shipwrecks and Smuggling
By Frances Bevan
This incident illustrates just how dangerous the work of customs officers could be as Francis had to contend with a mob of more than 200 people as he endeavoured to get the casks into safe keeping Guarding the haul in transit proved equally difficult and by the time the consignment reached Swansea it was found to be 17 casks short In a subsequent report Francis explained how he had given up some of the casks to secure the safe transference of the bulk of the shipment
Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851
Culver Hole Early 20th centuryPhotographer unknown - copy Dear George
Culver Hole As seen today copy Photograph - Gower News
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Culver Hole is believed to have links with the
legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in handy for stowing away contraband
ldquo
rdquo
Letters from the Bevan family in Overton to apprentice ironmonger George in Llandudno contain frequent references to relatives and neighbours gone to sea and sometimes lost at sea
From the first publication of The Cambrian newspaper in 1804 until the end of the 20th century there were 250 reported shipwrecks along the Gower coastline
In a letter to George dated January 23 1879 Anne writes ndash ldquoLast Monday night a Norweggian Barque came on Shore under Slade Cliff Laden with Indian Corn Maize All the Crew are saved amp are at Porteynon The men round here have got work getting out the Cargo Frank has been up seeing the wreck this afternoonrdquo
In a community dominated by events at sea Annersquos letter to George dated March 10 1879 makes reference to events surrounding one particular shipwreck
On the evening of Tuesday February 11 1879 the Mary Stenhouse a Liverpool ship carrying 350 tons of pig iron ran aground at Rhossilli The ship launched a boat conveying nine members of the twenty strong crew including the masterrsquos wife Mrs Hedgecock but it capsized before reaching the shore and all ten people on board were drowned The remaining crew members were safely rescued Lloyds Agent George Gibbs Annersquos cousin sent the tug Hero to go to the aid of the stricken vessel which was later towed to Swansea
ldquoMrs George Gibbs of Porteynon is gone to Liverpool today about the Salvage of the Mary Stenhouse If you see an account of the Trial in any newspaper send it for your Father to read there is great talk about it hererdquo Anne writes to her son
But for some of the local men there was work to be had from salvaging the ships that ran aground on the Gower coast In January 1881 Sill writes to his brother George about the coal carrying Cresswell that was wrecked to the west of Sladersquos foot
History
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ldquoThe wreck has been bought by the firm lsquoBevan amp Corsquo comprising C amp S Bevan J Steven Overton J Stephen Porteynon J Hughes for pound50 We are therefore very busy every day wrecking amp expect to clear a little dust by our bargaininghelliprdquo
The Australian barque was a complete wreck with the accident attributed to errors made by the master and the mate The stipendiary magistrate and nautical assessors suspended the masterrsquos certificate for three months and the matersquos for six at a Board of Trade inquiry held at the Guildhall Swansea
The Horton and Port Eynon RNLI Lifeboat Station at as seen todaycopy Photograph - Gower News
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ldquoThe schooner Emma of Plymouth going from Newport to the South of Cornwall with coal put in on Oxwich Sand today having carried away her main sail amp other sails she would not steer They expect to save the ship by discharging her so we are expecting coal cheaprdquo Sill continued in the same letter
Following the wreck of the Agnes Jack on January 27 1883 and just ten days later the Surprise lost with all hands under Overton cliffs a lifeboat station at Port Eynon was opened in 1884
But the dangerous location of this station saw it closed in 1919 following the loss of the lifeboat Janet in 1916 when it went to the aid of the SS Dunvegan Three members of the crew lost their lives that night Coxswain Billy Gibbs William Eynon second coxswain and lifeboatman George Harry are remembered on a memorial looking out to sea in the churchyard at St Cattwgrsquos Port Eynon
Read more about casualties along the dangerous Gower coastline on httpwwwshipwrecks-walescouk
History
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Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851rdquo
ldquo
Lifeboatmen and Sailor Memorial St Cattwgs Church Port Eynon Gowercopy Photograph - Gower News
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The Author Ann Thomas
BiographyWriting poetry and making up stories since she was a child Ann only started to write seriously when her children were grown Her main ambition is to write science fiction but along the way she got distracted by local history and poetry about her stroke Taking early retirement gave her the chance to concentrate on her writing
Book Launch
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Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
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The book uses the life of Alina de Breos to tell the story of the barons rebellion which started in the Lordship of Gower in 1320 and eventually led to the toppling of Edward II from the English throne Alina ended up with her son in the Tower of London her husband executed and all her estates confiscated When Edward II was deposed the Lordship of Gower was returned to her in an act of mercy by Edward III and legend has it that she built the chapel on Oystermouth Castle
Talking about her new book Ann said ldquoOne day I was standing in Swansea town centre opposite the ruins of Swansea Castle and I wondered what the castle and the town were like in the castlersquos heyday I searched the internet and went to the library and found a remarkable story that captured my imagination Three years later and lots more research and writing and there is a bookrdquo
Annrsquos Book lsquoAlinarsquo The White Lady of Oystermouth is now available at the following outlets in Swansea and Gower
Swansea Museum National Waterfront Museum Swansea City Centre Tourist Information Centre Uplands Bookshop Mumbles Tourist Information Centre Cover to Cover Bookshop Shepherds at Parkmill Gower Heritage Centre Gower Kite and Surf Centre Pitton Cross Caravan Park
Rhossili Reynoldston Post Office Crofty Post Office
E-book available on Smashwordshttpwwwsmashwordscombooksview145799
Oystermouth Castle is scheduled to re-open on 16th June 2012 Annrsquos new book will be on sale in the Visitors Centre in Alinarsquos Chapel
Local Personality
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Nick ldquoEXTREME SUNBATHINGrdquo in New Zealand
Name Nick Rees - REESY by nickname
Age 23
Job Events amp Marketing Associate within the surf industry
Education I went to Bishopston Comprehensive and later graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 21 in Sports Management
I grew up in Mumbles and have always taken advantage of the coastal lifestyle wersquore
so lucky to have on our doorstep
Picture G-Land Indonesia
Nick Rees (REESY)
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TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
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REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
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REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
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My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
limeslade
caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
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For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
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Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing Tourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
General Enquiries amp AdvertisingContact John HughesPhone 01792 299 612
E-mail enquirieswhatsonmagazinecouk
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wwwvisitswanseabaycomevents
wwwgowernews
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Fresh fruits with amazing breakfasts
388 Mumbles Road
01792 404877
Tides ReachGuest House
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book securely online
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Sketty Lane
Killay
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B4271the north road
Three Crosses
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Port Eynon
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Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
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Best tide HighBest wind SE
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Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE TO SW
swansea bay
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
mumbles head
Break rating
Easy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing
Tourist Information Centre
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gowersurfersmapgmailcom
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bay
RhossiliRhossili
464 GOWER RDKILLAY
SWANSEASA2 7DZ
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Oystermouth
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heart of Swansearsquos
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
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caswell bay
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A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
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swansea bay
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon
morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon
To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
KitesurfingTourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
General Enquiries amp AdvertisingContact John HughesPhone 01792 299 612
E-mail enquirieswhatsonmagazinecouk
advertisingwhatsonmagazinecouk VIEW THE MAGAZINE AT
wwwvisitswanseabaycomevents
wwwgowernews
couk
Peaceful sea view rooms and self catering
5 star singletwindoublesSafe parking and storage
Fresh fruits with amazing breakfasts
388 Mumbles Road
01792 404877
Tides ReachGuest House
PICK UP THIS GUIDE
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gowersurfersmapgmailcom
gowersurfersmap
2012
Surf lessons amp hirein Gower
book securely online
07739 536122shopgsdcom
at Clyne Farm CentreMumbles Swansea
YOUR ONE-STOP FORcampsite tipi hire self catering cottages horseriding indoor
climbing archery gorgewalking and
CHALLENGE VALLEYthe muddiest assault course in the world
infogreatgoweroutdoorscom
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wwwgowernewscouk39
Business
wwwgowernewscouk40
Start Ups
wwwgowernewscouk41
Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
wwwgowernewscouk42
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
wwwgowernewscouk43
Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
wwwgowernewscouk44
With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
walkingthegowercouk
wwwgowernewscouk45
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Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
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Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
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Weather
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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Food
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Thai Curry Puffs
25
Curry Puff Parcels
The easiest way to make these delicious fragrant curry parcels is to use shop bought ready made puff pastry (be sure to remove the pastry from the fridge about 20 minutes before rolling it)
1 Sprinkle some plain flour onto a clean work surface2 Roll out the pastry with a floured rolling pin until the pastry is about
3mm thick3 Using a round pastry cutter cut out as many pieces as possible Recycle
the off-cuts of pastry by re-rolling and cutting out extra pieces4 Once cut slightly roll each pastry piece until a little thinner5 Spoon approximately a teaspoon of mixture placing it in the centre of
a piece of pastry6 Brush some egg-wash around the edges of the pastry then add another
piece of pastry on top Slightly press down the edges of the parcel to seal
7 Using the pastry cutter place the cutter over the parcel to trim the edges of the parcel You should be left with a neat round pastry parcel filled with your curry mixture
8 Repeat the process until you have used up all your pastrymixture9 Place your parcels on a greased baking tray10Wash the top of each parcel with egg-wash then finally11Place the parcels on the baking tray into a pre-heated oven (190degC
375degFGM5) and cook for around 20-25 minutes (the parcels should look brown and puffy)
Curry puffs can be served hot or cold Cooled curry puffs can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 24 hours
Enjoy
copy2012 Words and images by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower NewsRecipe adapted from a concept by Nelly Wilson Aldershot
During the late 18th and 19th centuries the remote Gower coastline was a l u c r a t i v e h a v e n f o r smugglers
Beneath the cliffs at Port Eynon a cave called Culver Hole is set between two rock faces and has a masonry wall and a staircase leading up four floors
Culver Hole is believed to have links with the legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in h a n d y f o r s t o w i n g a w a y contraband
Va r i o u s s mu g g l i n g g a n g s operated under the very noses of the establishment making the job o f t h e c u s t o m s o f f i c i a l s particularly difficult Farms at Great and Little Highway occupied by William Hawkin Arthur the self-styled smuggling k ing were the cen t re o f o p e r a t i o n s S e e m i n g l y invincible it was customs officer Francis Bevan an ancestor of both Silvanus and Anne who in 1804 seized some 420 casks of spirits from a concealed cellar in both farmhouses causing the collapse of this particular gangrsquos operations
Frances Bevan was formerly a history correspondent on the Swindon Advertiser she has written extensively on people places and events in the history of Swindon
Frances has a number of blogs of which lsquoDear Georgersquo is one
The lsquoDear Georgersquo blog tells the real-life story of 15-year-old George Bevan who left home to begin an apprenticeship in his unclersquos ironmongerrsquos shop in Llandudno the blog focuses on subsequent correspondence between the boy and his family in Gower that was to run for over 50 years
If you would like to read more about the Bevan family from Gower visit
georgebevanblogspotcouk
copy 2012 Unless otherwise stated text and images courtesy of Frances Bevan - lsquoDear Georgersquo
History
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Shipwrecks and Smuggling
By Frances Bevan
This incident illustrates just how dangerous the work of customs officers could be as Francis had to contend with a mob of more than 200 people as he endeavoured to get the casks into safe keeping Guarding the haul in transit proved equally difficult and by the time the consignment reached Swansea it was found to be 17 casks short In a subsequent report Francis explained how he had given up some of the casks to secure the safe transference of the bulk of the shipment
Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851
Culver Hole Early 20th centuryPhotographer unknown - copy Dear George
Culver Hole As seen today copy Photograph - Gower News
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Culver Hole is believed to have links with the
legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in handy for stowing away contraband
ldquo
rdquo
Letters from the Bevan family in Overton to apprentice ironmonger George in Llandudno contain frequent references to relatives and neighbours gone to sea and sometimes lost at sea
From the first publication of The Cambrian newspaper in 1804 until the end of the 20th century there were 250 reported shipwrecks along the Gower coastline
In a letter to George dated January 23 1879 Anne writes ndash ldquoLast Monday night a Norweggian Barque came on Shore under Slade Cliff Laden with Indian Corn Maize All the Crew are saved amp are at Porteynon The men round here have got work getting out the Cargo Frank has been up seeing the wreck this afternoonrdquo
In a community dominated by events at sea Annersquos letter to George dated March 10 1879 makes reference to events surrounding one particular shipwreck
On the evening of Tuesday February 11 1879 the Mary Stenhouse a Liverpool ship carrying 350 tons of pig iron ran aground at Rhossilli The ship launched a boat conveying nine members of the twenty strong crew including the masterrsquos wife Mrs Hedgecock but it capsized before reaching the shore and all ten people on board were drowned The remaining crew members were safely rescued Lloyds Agent George Gibbs Annersquos cousin sent the tug Hero to go to the aid of the stricken vessel which was later towed to Swansea
ldquoMrs George Gibbs of Porteynon is gone to Liverpool today about the Salvage of the Mary Stenhouse If you see an account of the Trial in any newspaper send it for your Father to read there is great talk about it hererdquo Anne writes to her son
But for some of the local men there was work to be had from salvaging the ships that ran aground on the Gower coast In January 1881 Sill writes to his brother George about the coal carrying Cresswell that was wrecked to the west of Sladersquos foot
History
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ldquoThe wreck has been bought by the firm lsquoBevan amp Corsquo comprising C amp S Bevan J Steven Overton J Stephen Porteynon J Hughes for pound50 We are therefore very busy every day wrecking amp expect to clear a little dust by our bargaininghelliprdquo
The Australian barque was a complete wreck with the accident attributed to errors made by the master and the mate The stipendiary magistrate and nautical assessors suspended the masterrsquos certificate for three months and the matersquos for six at a Board of Trade inquiry held at the Guildhall Swansea
The Horton and Port Eynon RNLI Lifeboat Station at as seen todaycopy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
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ldquoThe schooner Emma of Plymouth going from Newport to the South of Cornwall with coal put in on Oxwich Sand today having carried away her main sail amp other sails she would not steer They expect to save the ship by discharging her so we are expecting coal cheaprdquo Sill continued in the same letter
Following the wreck of the Agnes Jack on January 27 1883 and just ten days later the Surprise lost with all hands under Overton cliffs a lifeboat station at Port Eynon was opened in 1884
But the dangerous location of this station saw it closed in 1919 following the loss of the lifeboat Janet in 1916 when it went to the aid of the SS Dunvegan Three members of the crew lost their lives that night Coxswain Billy Gibbs William Eynon second coxswain and lifeboatman George Harry are remembered on a memorial looking out to sea in the churchyard at St Cattwgrsquos Port Eynon
Read more about casualties along the dangerous Gower coastline on httpwwwshipwrecks-walescouk
History
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Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851rdquo
ldquo
Lifeboatmen and Sailor Memorial St Cattwgs Church Port Eynon Gowercopy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
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The Author Ann Thomas
BiographyWriting poetry and making up stories since she was a child Ann only started to write seriously when her children were grown Her main ambition is to write science fiction but along the way she got distracted by local history and poetry about her stroke Taking early retirement gave her the chance to concentrate on her writing
Book Launch
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Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
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The book uses the life of Alina de Breos to tell the story of the barons rebellion which started in the Lordship of Gower in 1320 and eventually led to the toppling of Edward II from the English throne Alina ended up with her son in the Tower of London her husband executed and all her estates confiscated When Edward II was deposed the Lordship of Gower was returned to her in an act of mercy by Edward III and legend has it that she built the chapel on Oystermouth Castle
Talking about her new book Ann said ldquoOne day I was standing in Swansea town centre opposite the ruins of Swansea Castle and I wondered what the castle and the town were like in the castlersquos heyday I searched the internet and went to the library and found a remarkable story that captured my imagination Three years later and lots more research and writing and there is a bookrdquo
Annrsquos Book lsquoAlinarsquo The White Lady of Oystermouth is now available at the following outlets in Swansea and Gower
Swansea Museum National Waterfront Museum Swansea City Centre Tourist Information Centre Uplands Bookshop Mumbles Tourist Information Centre Cover to Cover Bookshop Shepherds at Parkmill Gower Heritage Centre Gower Kite and Surf Centre Pitton Cross Caravan Park
Rhossili Reynoldston Post Office Crofty Post Office
E-book available on Smashwordshttpwwwsmashwordscombooksview145799
Oystermouth Castle is scheduled to re-open on 16th June 2012 Annrsquos new book will be on sale in the Visitors Centre in Alinarsquos Chapel
Local Personality
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Nick ldquoEXTREME SUNBATHINGrdquo in New Zealand
Name Nick Rees - REESY by nickname
Age 23
Job Events amp Marketing Associate within the surf industry
Education I went to Bishopston Comprehensive and later graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 21 in Sports Management
I grew up in Mumbles and have always taken advantage of the coastal lifestyle wersquore
so lucky to have on our doorstep
Picture G-Land Indonesia
Nick Rees (REESY)
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TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
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REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
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REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
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My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
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For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
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oystermouth
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Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
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BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
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Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
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Weather
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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Thai Curry Puffs
25
Curry Puff Parcels
The easiest way to make these delicious fragrant curry parcels is to use shop bought ready made puff pastry (be sure to remove the pastry from the fridge about 20 minutes before rolling it)
1 Sprinkle some plain flour onto a clean work surface2 Roll out the pastry with a floured rolling pin until the pastry is about
3mm thick3 Using a round pastry cutter cut out as many pieces as possible Recycle
the off-cuts of pastry by re-rolling and cutting out extra pieces4 Once cut slightly roll each pastry piece until a little thinner5 Spoon approximately a teaspoon of mixture placing it in the centre of
a piece of pastry6 Brush some egg-wash around the edges of the pastry then add another
piece of pastry on top Slightly press down the edges of the parcel to seal
7 Using the pastry cutter place the cutter over the parcel to trim the edges of the parcel You should be left with a neat round pastry parcel filled with your curry mixture
8 Repeat the process until you have used up all your pastrymixture9 Place your parcels on a greased baking tray10Wash the top of each parcel with egg-wash then finally11Place the parcels on the baking tray into a pre-heated oven (190degC
375degFGM5) and cook for around 20-25 minutes (the parcels should look brown and puffy)
Curry puffs can be served hot or cold Cooled curry puffs can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 24 hours
Enjoy
copy2012 Words and images by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower NewsRecipe adapted from a concept by Nelly Wilson Aldershot
During the late 18th and 19th centuries the remote Gower coastline was a l u c r a t i v e h a v e n f o r smugglers
Beneath the cliffs at Port Eynon a cave called Culver Hole is set between two rock faces and has a masonry wall and a staircase leading up four floors
Culver Hole is believed to have links with the legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in h a n d y f o r s t o w i n g a w a y contraband
Va r i o u s s mu g g l i n g g a n g s operated under the very noses of the establishment making the job o f t h e c u s t o m s o f f i c i a l s particularly difficult Farms at Great and Little Highway occupied by William Hawkin Arthur the self-styled smuggling k ing were the cen t re o f o p e r a t i o n s S e e m i n g l y invincible it was customs officer Francis Bevan an ancestor of both Silvanus and Anne who in 1804 seized some 420 casks of spirits from a concealed cellar in both farmhouses causing the collapse of this particular gangrsquos operations
Frances Bevan was formerly a history correspondent on the Swindon Advertiser she has written extensively on people places and events in the history of Swindon
Frances has a number of blogs of which lsquoDear Georgersquo is one
The lsquoDear Georgersquo blog tells the real-life story of 15-year-old George Bevan who left home to begin an apprenticeship in his unclersquos ironmongerrsquos shop in Llandudno the blog focuses on subsequent correspondence between the boy and his family in Gower that was to run for over 50 years
If you would like to read more about the Bevan family from Gower visit
georgebevanblogspotcouk
copy 2012 Unless otherwise stated text and images courtesy of Frances Bevan - lsquoDear Georgersquo
History
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Shipwrecks and Smuggling
By Frances Bevan
This incident illustrates just how dangerous the work of customs officers could be as Francis had to contend with a mob of more than 200 people as he endeavoured to get the casks into safe keeping Guarding the haul in transit proved equally difficult and by the time the consignment reached Swansea it was found to be 17 casks short In a subsequent report Francis explained how he had given up some of the casks to secure the safe transference of the bulk of the shipment
Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851
Culver Hole Early 20th centuryPhotographer unknown - copy Dear George
Culver Hole As seen today copy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
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Culver Hole is believed to have links with the
legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in handy for stowing away contraband
ldquo
rdquo
Letters from the Bevan family in Overton to apprentice ironmonger George in Llandudno contain frequent references to relatives and neighbours gone to sea and sometimes lost at sea
From the first publication of The Cambrian newspaper in 1804 until the end of the 20th century there were 250 reported shipwrecks along the Gower coastline
In a letter to George dated January 23 1879 Anne writes ndash ldquoLast Monday night a Norweggian Barque came on Shore under Slade Cliff Laden with Indian Corn Maize All the Crew are saved amp are at Porteynon The men round here have got work getting out the Cargo Frank has been up seeing the wreck this afternoonrdquo
In a community dominated by events at sea Annersquos letter to George dated March 10 1879 makes reference to events surrounding one particular shipwreck
On the evening of Tuesday February 11 1879 the Mary Stenhouse a Liverpool ship carrying 350 tons of pig iron ran aground at Rhossilli The ship launched a boat conveying nine members of the twenty strong crew including the masterrsquos wife Mrs Hedgecock but it capsized before reaching the shore and all ten people on board were drowned The remaining crew members were safely rescued Lloyds Agent George Gibbs Annersquos cousin sent the tug Hero to go to the aid of the stricken vessel which was later towed to Swansea
ldquoMrs George Gibbs of Porteynon is gone to Liverpool today about the Salvage of the Mary Stenhouse If you see an account of the Trial in any newspaper send it for your Father to read there is great talk about it hererdquo Anne writes to her son
But for some of the local men there was work to be had from salvaging the ships that ran aground on the Gower coast In January 1881 Sill writes to his brother George about the coal carrying Cresswell that was wrecked to the west of Sladersquos foot
History
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ldquoThe wreck has been bought by the firm lsquoBevan amp Corsquo comprising C amp S Bevan J Steven Overton J Stephen Porteynon J Hughes for pound50 We are therefore very busy every day wrecking amp expect to clear a little dust by our bargaininghelliprdquo
The Australian barque was a complete wreck with the accident attributed to errors made by the master and the mate The stipendiary magistrate and nautical assessors suspended the masterrsquos certificate for three months and the matersquos for six at a Board of Trade inquiry held at the Guildhall Swansea
The Horton and Port Eynon RNLI Lifeboat Station at as seen todaycopy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
wwwgowernewscouk29
ldquoThe schooner Emma of Plymouth going from Newport to the South of Cornwall with coal put in on Oxwich Sand today having carried away her main sail amp other sails she would not steer They expect to save the ship by discharging her so we are expecting coal cheaprdquo Sill continued in the same letter
Following the wreck of the Agnes Jack on January 27 1883 and just ten days later the Surprise lost with all hands under Overton cliffs a lifeboat station at Port Eynon was opened in 1884
But the dangerous location of this station saw it closed in 1919 following the loss of the lifeboat Janet in 1916 when it went to the aid of the SS Dunvegan Three members of the crew lost their lives that night Coxswain Billy Gibbs William Eynon second coxswain and lifeboatman George Harry are remembered on a memorial looking out to sea in the churchyard at St Cattwgrsquos Port Eynon
Read more about casualties along the dangerous Gower coastline on httpwwwshipwrecks-walescouk
History
wwwgowernewscouk30
Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851rdquo
ldquo
Lifeboatmen and Sailor Memorial St Cattwgs Church Port Eynon Gowercopy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
wwwgowernewscouk31
The Author Ann Thomas
BiographyWriting poetry and making up stories since she was a child Ann only started to write seriously when her children were grown Her main ambition is to write science fiction but along the way she got distracted by local history and poetry about her stroke Taking early retirement gave her the chance to concentrate on her writing
Book Launch
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Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
wwwgowernewscouk33
The book uses the life of Alina de Breos to tell the story of the barons rebellion which started in the Lordship of Gower in 1320 and eventually led to the toppling of Edward II from the English throne Alina ended up with her son in the Tower of London her husband executed and all her estates confiscated When Edward II was deposed the Lordship of Gower was returned to her in an act of mercy by Edward III and legend has it that she built the chapel on Oystermouth Castle
Talking about her new book Ann said ldquoOne day I was standing in Swansea town centre opposite the ruins of Swansea Castle and I wondered what the castle and the town were like in the castlersquos heyday I searched the internet and went to the library and found a remarkable story that captured my imagination Three years later and lots more research and writing and there is a bookrdquo
Annrsquos Book lsquoAlinarsquo The White Lady of Oystermouth is now available at the following outlets in Swansea and Gower
Swansea Museum National Waterfront Museum Swansea City Centre Tourist Information Centre Uplands Bookshop Mumbles Tourist Information Centre Cover to Cover Bookshop Shepherds at Parkmill Gower Heritage Centre Gower Kite and Surf Centre Pitton Cross Caravan Park
Rhossili Reynoldston Post Office Crofty Post Office
E-book available on Smashwordshttpwwwsmashwordscombooksview145799
Oystermouth Castle is scheduled to re-open on 16th June 2012 Annrsquos new book will be on sale in the Visitors Centre in Alinarsquos Chapel
Local Personality
wwwgowernewscouk34
Nick ldquoEXTREME SUNBATHINGrdquo in New Zealand
Name Nick Rees - REESY by nickname
Age 23
Job Events amp Marketing Associate within the surf industry
Education I went to Bishopston Comprehensive and later graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 21 in Sports Management
I grew up in Mumbles and have always taken advantage of the coastal lifestyle wersquore
so lucky to have on our doorstep
Picture G-Land Indonesia
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk35
TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
wwwgowernewscouk36
REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
wwwreesyphotographycouk
REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk37
My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
limeslade
caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
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oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing Tourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
General Enquiries amp AdvertisingContact John HughesPhone 01792 299 612
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broughton bay
Ideal swell W to SBottom Sand
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rhossili bay
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MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
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caswell bay
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MaxMin rideable 4rsquo1rsquoWave type Beach LampR
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oxwich bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
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Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
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Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE TO SW
swansea bay
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
mumbles head
Break rating
Easy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing
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heart of Swansearsquos
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
limeslade
caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon
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To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
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oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
KitesurfingTourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
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Danger ndash experienced surfers only
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
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BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
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Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
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Weather
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
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During the late 18th and 19th centuries the remote Gower coastline was a l u c r a t i v e h a v e n f o r smugglers
Beneath the cliffs at Port Eynon a cave called Culver Hole is set between two rock faces and has a masonry wall and a staircase leading up four floors
Culver Hole is believed to have links with the legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in h a n d y f o r s t o w i n g a w a y contraband
Va r i o u s s mu g g l i n g g a n g s operated under the very noses of the establishment making the job o f t h e c u s t o m s o f f i c i a l s particularly difficult Farms at Great and Little Highway occupied by William Hawkin Arthur the self-styled smuggling k ing were the cen t re o f o p e r a t i o n s S e e m i n g l y invincible it was customs officer Francis Bevan an ancestor of both Silvanus and Anne who in 1804 seized some 420 casks of spirits from a concealed cellar in both farmhouses causing the collapse of this particular gangrsquos operations
Frances Bevan was formerly a history correspondent on the Swindon Advertiser she has written extensively on people places and events in the history of Swindon
Frances has a number of blogs of which lsquoDear Georgersquo is one
The lsquoDear Georgersquo blog tells the real-life story of 15-year-old George Bevan who left home to begin an apprenticeship in his unclersquos ironmongerrsquos shop in Llandudno the blog focuses on subsequent correspondence between the boy and his family in Gower that was to run for over 50 years
If you would like to read more about the Bevan family from Gower visit
georgebevanblogspotcouk
copy 2012 Unless otherwise stated text and images courtesy of Frances Bevan - lsquoDear Georgersquo
History
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Shipwrecks and Smuggling
By Frances Bevan
This incident illustrates just how dangerous the work of customs officers could be as Francis had to contend with a mob of more than 200 people as he endeavoured to get the casks into safe keeping Guarding the haul in transit proved equally difficult and by the time the consignment reached Swansea it was found to be 17 casks short In a subsequent report Francis explained how he had given up some of the casks to secure the safe transference of the bulk of the shipment
Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851
Culver Hole Early 20th centuryPhotographer unknown - copy Dear George
Culver Hole As seen today copy Photograph - Gower News
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Culver Hole is believed to have links with the
legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in handy for stowing away contraband
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Letters from the Bevan family in Overton to apprentice ironmonger George in Llandudno contain frequent references to relatives and neighbours gone to sea and sometimes lost at sea
From the first publication of The Cambrian newspaper in 1804 until the end of the 20th century there were 250 reported shipwrecks along the Gower coastline
In a letter to George dated January 23 1879 Anne writes ndash ldquoLast Monday night a Norweggian Barque came on Shore under Slade Cliff Laden with Indian Corn Maize All the Crew are saved amp are at Porteynon The men round here have got work getting out the Cargo Frank has been up seeing the wreck this afternoonrdquo
In a community dominated by events at sea Annersquos letter to George dated March 10 1879 makes reference to events surrounding one particular shipwreck
On the evening of Tuesday February 11 1879 the Mary Stenhouse a Liverpool ship carrying 350 tons of pig iron ran aground at Rhossilli The ship launched a boat conveying nine members of the twenty strong crew including the masterrsquos wife Mrs Hedgecock but it capsized before reaching the shore and all ten people on board were drowned The remaining crew members were safely rescued Lloyds Agent George Gibbs Annersquos cousin sent the tug Hero to go to the aid of the stricken vessel which was later towed to Swansea
ldquoMrs George Gibbs of Porteynon is gone to Liverpool today about the Salvage of the Mary Stenhouse If you see an account of the Trial in any newspaper send it for your Father to read there is great talk about it hererdquo Anne writes to her son
But for some of the local men there was work to be had from salvaging the ships that ran aground on the Gower coast In January 1881 Sill writes to his brother George about the coal carrying Cresswell that was wrecked to the west of Sladersquos foot
History
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ldquoThe wreck has been bought by the firm lsquoBevan amp Corsquo comprising C amp S Bevan J Steven Overton J Stephen Porteynon J Hughes for pound50 We are therefore very busy every day wrecking amp expect to clear a little dust by our bargaininghelliprdquo
The Australian barque was a complete wreck with the accident attributed to errors made by the master and the mate The stipendiary magistrate and nautical assessors suspended the masterrsquos certificate for three months and the matersquos for six at a Board of Trade inquiry held at the Guildhall Swansea
The Horton and Port Eynon RNLI Lifeboat Station at as seen todaycopy Photograph - Gower News
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ldquoThe schooner Emma of Plymouth going from Newport to the South of Cornwall with coal put in on Oxwich Sand today having carried away her main sail amp other sails she would not steer They expect to save the ship by discharging her so we are expecting coal cheaprdquo Sill continued in the same letter
Following the wreck of the Agnes Jack on January 27 1883 and just ten days later the Surprise lost with all hands under Overton cliffs a lifeboat station at Port Eynon was opened in 1884
But the dangerous location of this station saw it closed in 1919 following the loss of the lifeboat Janet in 1916 when it went to the aid of the SS Dunvegan Three members of the crew lost their lives that night Coxswain Billy Gibbs William Eynon second coxswain and lifeboatman George Harry are remembered on a memorial looking out to sea in the churchyard at St Cattwgrsquos Port Eynon
Read more about casualties along the dangerous Gower coastline on httpwwwshipwrecks-walescouk
History
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Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851rdquo
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Lifeboatmen and Sailor Memorial St Cattwgs Church Port Eynon Gowercopy Photograph - Gower News
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The Author Ann Thomas
BiographyWriting poetry and making up stories since she was a child Ann only started to write seriously when her children were grown Her main ambition is to write science fiction but along the way she got distracted by local history and poetry about her stroke Taking early retirement gave her the chance to concentrate on her writing
Book Launch
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Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
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The book uses the life of Alina de Breos to tell the story of the barons rebellion which started in the Lordship of Gower in 1320 and eventually led to the toppling of Edward II from the English throne Alina ended up with her son in the Tower of London her husband executed and all her estates confiscated When Edward II was deposed the Lordship of Gower was returned to her in an act of mercy by Edward III and legend has it that she built the chapel on Oystermouth Castle
Talking about her new book Ann said ldquoOne day I was standing in Swansea town centre opposite the ruins of Swansea Castle and I wondered what the castle and the town were like in the castlersquos heyday I searched the internet and went to the library and found a remarkable story that captured my imagination Three years later and lots more research and writing and there is a bookrdquo
Annrsquos Book lsquoAlinarsquo The White Lady of Oystermouth is now available at the following outlets in Swansea and Gower
Swansea Museum National Waterfront Museum Swansea City Centre Tourist Information Centre Uplands Bookshop Mumbles Tourist Information Centre Cover to Cover Bookshop Shepherds at Parkmill Gower Heritage Centre Gower Kite and Surf Centre Pitton Cross Caravan Park
Rhossili Reynoldston Post Office Crofty Post Office
E-book available on Smashwordshttpwwwsmashwordscombooksview145799
Oystermouth Castle is scheduled to re-open on 16th June 2012 Annrsquos new book will be on sale in the Visitors Centre in Alinarsquos Chapel
Local Personality
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Nick ldquoEXTREME SUNBATHINGrdquo in New Zealand
Name Nick Rees - REESY by nickname
Age 23
Job Events amp Marketing Associate within the surf industry
Education I went to Bishopston Comprehensive and later graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 21 in Sports Management
I grew up in Mumbles and have always taken advantage of the coastal lifestyle wersquore
so lucky to have on our doorstep
Picture G-Land Indonesia
Nick Rees (REESY)
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TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
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REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
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REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
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My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
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limeslade
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
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oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
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Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
General Enquiries amp AdvertisingContact John HughesPhone 01792 299 612
E-mail enquirieswhatsonmagazinecouk
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wwwgowernews
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388 Mumbles Road
01792 404877
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Sketty Lane
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B4271the north road
Three Crosses
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Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 8rsquo2rsquoWave type
Best tide HighBest wind SE
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caswell bay
Ideal swell Big WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 4rsquo1rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide HighBest wind NW
oxwich bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Swansea TouristInformation CentrePlymouth StreetSwansea SA1 3QG01792 468321
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE TO SW
swansea bay
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
mumbles head
Break rating
Easy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing
Tourist Information Centre
gowersurfersmap
gowersurfersmapgmailcom
gowersurfersmaplangland
bay
RhossiliRhossili
464 GOWER RDKILLAY
SWANSEASA2 7DZ
01792 203018
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Oystermouth
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heart of Swansearsquos
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
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caswell bay
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A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon
morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon
To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
KitesurfingTourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
General Enquiries amp AdvertisingContact John HughesPhone 01792 299 612
E-mail enquirieswhatsonmagazinecouk
advertisingwhatsonmagazinecouk VIEW THE MAGAZINE AT
wwwvisitswanseabaycomevents
wwwgowernews
couk
Peaceful sea view rooms and self catering
5 star singletwindoublesSafe parking and storage
Fresh fruits with amazing breakfasts
388 Mumbles Road
01792 404877
Tides ReachGuest House
PICK UP THIS GUIDE
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Surf lessons amp hirein Gower
book securely online
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at Clyne Farm CentreMumbles Swansea
YOUR ONE-STOP FORcampsite tipi hire self catering cottages horseriding indoor
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Business
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Start Ups
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
wwwgowernewscouk42
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
wwwgowernewscouk44
With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
walkingthegowercouk
wwwgowernewscouk45
BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
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Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
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Weather
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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This incident illustrates just how dangerous the work of customs officers could be as Francis had to contend with a mob of more than 200 people as he endeavoured to get the casks into safe keeping Guarding the haul in transit proved equally difficult and by the time the consignment reached Swansea it was found to be 17 casks short In a subsequent report Francis explained how he had given up some of the casks to secure the safe transference of the bulk of the shipment
Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851
Culver Hole Early 20th centuryPhotographer unknown - copy Dear George
Culver Hole As seen today copy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
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Culver Hole is believed to have links with the
legendary 11th century castle at Port Eynon but in more recent history in came in handy for stowing away contraband
ldquo
rdquo
Letters from the Bevan family in Overton to apprentice ironmonger George in Llandudno contain frequent references to relatives and neighbours gone to sea and sometimes lost at sea
From the first publication of The Cambrian newspaper in 1804 until the end of the 20th century there were 250 reported shipwrecks along the Gower coastline
In a letter to George dated January 23 1879 Anne writes ndash ldquoLast Monday night a Norweggian Barque came on Shore under Slade Cliff Laden with Indian Corn Maize All the Crew are saved amp are at Porteynon The men round here have got work getting out the Cargo Frank has been up seeing the wreck this afternoonrdquo
In a community dominated by events at sea Annersquos letter to George dated March 10 1879 makes reference to events surrounding one particular shipwreck
On the evening of Tuesday February 11 1879 the Mary Stenhouse a Liverpool ship carrying 350 tons of pig iron ran aground at Rhossilli The ship launched a boat conveying nine members of the twenty strong crew including the masterrsquos wife Mrs Hedgecock but it capsized before reaching the shore and all ten people on board were drowned The remaining crew members were safely rescued Lloyds Agent George Gibbs Annersquos cousin sent the tug Hero to go to the aid of the stricken vessel which was later towed to Swansea
ldquoMrs George Gibbs of Porteynon is gone to Liverpool today about the Salvage of the Mary Stenhouse If you see an account of the Trial in any newspaper send it for your Father to read there is great talk about it hererdquo Anne writes to her son
But for some of the local men there was work to be had from salvaging the ships that ran aground on the Gower coast In January 1881 Sill writes to his brother George about the coal carrying Cresswell that was wrecked to the west of Sladersquos foot
History
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ldquoThe wreck has been bought by the firm lsquoBevan amp Corsquo comprising C amp S Bevan J Steven Overton J Stephen Porteynon J Hughes for pound50 We are therefore very busy every day wrecking amp expect to clear a little dust by our bargaininghelliprdquo
The Australian barque was a complete wreck with the accident attributed to errors made by the master and the mate The stipendiary magistrate and nautical assessors suspended the masterrsquos certificate for three months and the matersquos for six at a Board of Trade inquiry held at the Guildhall Swansea
The Horton and Port Eynon RNLI Lifeboat Station at as seen todaycopy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
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ldquoThe schooner Emma of Plymouth going from Newport to the South of Cornwall with coal put in on Oxwich Sand today having carried away her main sail amp other sails she would not steer They expect to save the ship by discharging her so we are expecting coal cheaprdquo Sill continued in the same letter
Following the wreck of the Agnes Jack on January 27 1883 and just ten days later the Surprise lost with all hands under Overton cliffs a lifeboat station at Port Eynon was opened in 1884
But the dangerous location of this station saw it closed in 1919 following the loss of the lifeboat Janet in 1916 when it went to the aid of the SS Dunvegan Three members of the crew lost their lives that night Coxswain Billy Gibbs William Eynon second coxswain and lifeboatman George Harry are remembered on a memorial looking out to sea in the churchyard at St Cattwgrsquos Port Eynon
Read more about casualties along the dangerous Gower coastline on httpwwwshipwrecks-walescouk
History
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Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851rdquo
ldquo
Lifeboatmen and Sailor Memorial St Cattwgs Church Port Eynon Gowercopy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
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The Author Ann Thomas
BiographyWriting poetry and making up stories since she was a child Ann only started to write seriously when her children were grown Her main ambition is to write science fiction but along the way she got distracted by local history and poetry about her stroke Taking early retirement gave her the chance to concentrate on her writing
Book Launch
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Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
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The book uses the life of Alina de Breos to tell the story of the barons rebellion which started in the Lordship of Gower in 1320 and eventually led to the toppling of Edward II from the English throne Alina ended up with her son in the Tower of London her husband executed and all her estates confiscated When Edward II was deposed the Lordship of Gower was returned to her in an act of mercy by Edward III and legend has it that she built the chapel on Oystermouth Castle
Talking about her new book Ann said ldquoOne day I was standing in Swansea town centre opposite the ruins of Swansea Castle and I wondered what the castle and the town were like in the castlersquos heyday I searched the internet and went to the library and found a remarkable story that captured my imagination Three years later and lots more research and writing and there is a bookrdquo
Annrsquos Book lsquoAlinarsquo The White Lady of Oystermouth is now available at the following outlets in Swansea and Gower
Swansea Museum National Waterfront Museum Swansea City Centre Tourist Information Centre Uplands Bookshop Mumbles Tourist Information Centre Cover to Cover Bookshop Shepherds at Parkmill Gower Heritage Centre Gower Kite and Surf Centre Pitton Cross Caravan Park
Rhossili Reynoldston Post Office Crofty Post Office
E-book available on Smashwordshttpwwwsmashwordscombooksview145799
Oystermouth Castle is scheduled to re-open on 16th June 2012 Annrsquos new book will be on sale in the Visitors Centre in Alinarsquos Chapel
Local Personality
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Nick ldquoEXTREME SUNBATHINGrdquo in New Zealand
Name Nick Rees - REESY by nickname
Age 23
Job Events amp Marketing Associate within the surf industry
Education I went to Bishopston Comprehensive and later graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 21 in Sports Management
I grew up in Mumbles and have always taken advantage of the coastal lifestyle wersquore
so lucky to have on our doorstep
Picture G-Land Indonesia
Nick Rees (REESY)
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TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
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REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
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REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
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My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
limeslade
caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
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For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
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To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing Tourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
General Enquiries amp AdvertisingContact John HughesPhone 01792 299 612
E-mail enquirieswhatsonmagazinecouk
advertisingwhatsonmagazinecouk VIEW THE MAGAZINE AT
wwwvisitswanseabaycomevents
wwwgowernews
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Peaceful sea view rooms and self catering
5 star singletwindoublesSafe parking and storage
Fresh fruits with amazing breakfasts
388 Mumbles Road
01792 404877
Tides ReachGuest House
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Surf lessons amp hirein Gower
book securely online
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oxwich bay
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MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
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langland bay
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Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE TO SW
swansea bay
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
mumbles head
Break rating
Easy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing
Tourist Information Centre
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gowersurfersmapgmailcom
gowersurfersmaplangland
bay
RhossiliRhossili
464 GOWER RDKILLAY
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heart of Swansearsquos
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
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A4067
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Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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174618321914195420312106214022122250234012011335151116091653173318101848192620032042212222072303------125914331551164817341815
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0642071507450814084209120950104311570054022403260414045705390622070507480831091810121116------01170239034104270506054206160649
19001933203320312100213322182324------1330145015451631171517591842192520092054214422422353123313571510160416481726180118361908
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon
morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon
To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
KitesurfingTourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
General Enquiries amp AdvertisingContact John HughesPhone 01792 299 612
E-mail enquirieswhatsonmagazinecouk
advertisingwhatsonmagazinecouk VIEW THE MAGAZINE AT
wwwvisitswanseabaycomevents
wwwgowernews
couk
Peaceful sea view rooms and self catering
5 star singletwindoublesSafe parking and storage
Fresh fruits with amazing breakfasts
388 Mumbles Road
01792 404877
Tides ReachGuest House
PICK UP THIS GUIDE
gowersurfersmap
gowersurfersmapgmailcom
gowersurfersmap
2012
Surf lessons amp hirein Gower
book securely online
07739 536122shopgsdcom
at Clyne Farm CentreMumbles Swansea
YOUR ONE-STOP FORcampsite tipi hire self catering cottages horseriding indoor
climbing archery gorgewalking and
CHALLENGE VALLEYthe muddiest assault course in the world
infogreatgoweroutdoorscom
01792 403333
ZGOAPE8625 GOWERS SURF AD D2indd 1 12102011 1336
httpissuucomgowernewsdocsgowersurfersmap2012
wwwgowernewscouk39
Business
wwwgowernewscouk40
Start Ups
wwwgowernewscouk41
Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
wwwgowernewscouk42
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
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The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
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Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
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Weather
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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Letters from the Bevan family in Overton to apprentice ironmonger George in Llandudno contain frequent references to relatives and neighbours gone to sea and sometimes lost at sea
From the first publication of The Cambrian newspaper in 1804 until the end of the 20th century there were 250 reported shipwrecks along the Gower coastline
In a letter to George dated January 23 1879 Anne writes ndash ldquoLast Monday night a Norweggian Barque came on Shore under Slade Cliff Laden with Indian Corn Maize All the Crew are saved amp are at Porteynon The men round here have got work getting out the Cargo Frank has been up seeing the wreck this afternoonrdquo
In a community dominated by events at sea Annersquos letter to George dated March 10 1879 makes reference to events surrounding one particular shipwreck
On the evening of Tuesday February 11 1879 the Mary Stenhouse a Liverpool ship carrying 350 tons of pig iron ran aground at Rhossilli The ship launched a boat conveying nine members of the twenty strong crew including the masterrsquos wife Mrs Hedgecock but it capsized before reaching the shore and all ten people on board were drowned The remaining crew members were safely rescued Lloyds Agent George Gibbs Annersquos cousin sent the tug Hero to go to the aid of the stricken vessel which was later towed to Swansea
ldquoMrs George Gibbs of Porteynon is gone to Liverpool today about the Salvage of the Mary Stenhouse If you see an account of the Trial in any newspaper send it for your Father to read there is great talk about it hererdquo Anne writes to her son
But for some of the local men there was work to be had from salvaging the ships that ran aground on the Gower coast In January 1881 Sill writes to his brother George about the coal carrying Cresswell that was wrecked to the west of Sladersquos foot
History
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ldquoThe wreck has been bought by the firm lsquoBevan amp Corsquo comprising C amp S Bevan J Steven Overton J Stephen Porteynon J Hughes for pound50 We are therefore very busy every day wrecking amp expect to clear a little dust by our bargaininghelliprdquo
The Australian barque was a complete wreck with the accident attributed to errors made by the master and the mate The stipendiary magistrate and nautical assessors suspended the masterrsquos certificate for three months and the matersquos for six at a Board of Trade inquiry held at the Guildhall Swansea
The Horton and Port Eynon RNLI Lifeboat Station at as seen todaycopy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
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ldquoThe schooner Emma of Plymouth going from Newport to the South of Cornwall with coal put in on Oxwich Sand today having carried away her main sail amp other sails she would not steer They expect to save the ship by discharging her so we are expecting coal cheaprdquo Sill continued in the same letter
Following the wreck of the Agnes Jack on January 27 1883 and just ten days later the Surprise lost with all hands under Overton cliffs a lifeboat station at Port Eynon was opened in 1884
But the dangerous location of this station saw it closed in 1919 following the loss of the lifeboat Janet in 1916 when it went to the aid of the SS Dunvegan Three members of the crew lost their lives that night Coxswain Billy Gibbs William Eynon second coxswain and lifeboatman George Harry are remembered on a memorial looking out to sea in the churchyard at St Cattwgrsquos Port Eynon
Read more about casualties along the dangerous Gower coastline on httpwwwshipwrecks-walescouk
History
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Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851rdquo
ldquo
Lifeboatmen and Sailor Memorial St Cattwgs Church Port Eynon Gowercopy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
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The Author Ann Thomas
BiographyWriting poetry and making up stories since she was a child Ann only started to write seriously when her children were grown Her main ambition is to write science fiction but along the way she got distracted by local history and poetry about her stroke Taking early retirement gave her the chance to concentrate on her writing
Book Launch
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Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
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The book uses the life of Alina de Breos to tell the story of the barons rebellion which started in the Lordship of Gower in 1320 and eventually led to the toppling of Edward II from the English throne Alina ended up with her son in the Tower of London her husband executed and all her estates confiscated When Edward II was deposed the Lordship of Gower was returned to her in an act of mercy by Edward III and legend has it that she built the chapel on Oystermouth Castle
Talking about her new book Ann said ldquoOne day I was standing in Swansea town centre opposite the ruins of Swansea Castle and I wondered what the castle and the town were like in the castlersquos heyday I searched the internet and went to the library and found a remarkable story that captured my imagination Three years later and lots more research and writing and there is a bookrdquo
Annrsquos Book lsquoAlinarsquo The White Lady of Oystermouth is now available at the following outlets in Swansea and Gower
Swansea Museum National Waterfront Museum Swansea City Centre Tourist Information Centre Uplands Bookshop Mumbles Tourist Information Centre Cover to Cover Bookshop Shepherds at Parkmill Gower Heritage Centre Gower Kite and Surf Centre Pitton Cross Caravan Park
Rhossili Reynoldston Post Office Crofty Post Office
E-book available on Smashwordshttpwwwsmashwordscombooksview145799
Oystermouth Castle is scheduled to re-open on 16th June 2012 Annrsquos new book will be on sale in the Visitors Centre in Alinarsquos Chapel
Local Personality
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Nick ldquoEXTREME SUNBATHINGrdquo in New Zealand
Name Nick Rees - REESY by nickname
Age 23
Job Events amp Marketing Associate within the surf industry
Education I went to Bishopston Comprehensive and later graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 21 in Sports Management
I grew up in Mumbles and have always taken advantage of the coastal lifestyle wersquore
so lucky to have on our doorstep
Picture G-Land Indonesia
Nick Rees (REESY)
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TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
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REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
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REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
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My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
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For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
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oystermouth
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Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
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BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
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Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
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Weather
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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ldquoThe wreck has been bought by the firm lsquoBevan amp Corsquo comprising C amp S Bevan J Steven Overton J Stephen Porteynon J Hughes for pound50 We are therefore very busy every day wrecking amp expect to clear a little dust by our bargaininghelliprdquo
The Australian barque was a complete wreck with the accident attributed to errors made by the master and the mate The stipendiary magistrate and nautical assessors suspended the masterrsquos certificate for three months and the matersquos for six at a Board of Trade inquiry held at the Guildhall Swansea
The Horton and Port Eynon RNLI Lifeboat Station at as seen todaycopy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
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ldquoThe schooner Emma of Plymouth going from Newport to the South of Cornwall with coal put in on Oxwich Sand today having carried away her main sail amp other sails she would not steer They expect to save the ship by discharging her so we are expecting coal cheaprdquo Sill continued in the same letter
Following the wreck of the Agnes Jack on January 27 1883 and just ten days later the Surprise lost with all hands under Overton cliffs a lifeboat station at Port Eynon was opened in 1884
But the dangerous location of this station saw it closed in 1919 following the loss of the lifeboat Janet in 1916 when it went to the aid of the SS Dunvegan Three members of the crew lost their lives that night Coxswain Billy Gibbs William Eynon second coxswain and lifeboatman George Harry are remembered on a memorial looking out to sea in the churchyard at St Cattwgrsquos Port Eynon
Read more about casualties along the dangerous Gower coastline on httpwwwshipwrecks-walescouk
History
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Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851rdquo
ldquo
Lifeboatmen and Sailor Memorial St Cattwgs Church Port Eynon Gowercopy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
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The Author Ann Thomas
BiographyWriting poetry and making up stories since she was a child Ann only started to write seriously when her children were grown Her main ambition is to write science fiction but along the way she got distracted by local history and poetry about her stroke Taking early retirement gave her the chance to concentrate on her writing
Book Launch
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Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
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The book uses the life of Alina de Breos to tell the story of the barons rebellion which started in the Lordship of Gower in 1320 and eventually led to the toppling of Edward II from the English throne Alina ended up with her son in the Tower of London her husband executed and all her estates confiscated When Edward II was deposed the Lordship of Gower was returned to her in an act of mercy by Edward III and legend has it that she built the chapel on Oystermouth Castle
Talking about her new book Ann said ldquoOne day I was standing in Swansea town centre opposite the ruins of Swansea Castle and I wondered what the castle and the town were like in the castlersquos heyday I searched the internet and went to the library and found a remarkable story that captured my imagination Three years later and lots more research and writing and there is a bookrdquo
Annrsquos Book lsquoAlinarsquo The White Lady of Oystermouth is now available at the following outlets in Swansea and Gower
Swansea Museum National Waterfront Museum Swansea City Centre Tourist Information Centre Uplands Bookshop Mumbles Tourist Information Centre Cover to Cover Bookshop Shepherds at Parkmill Gower Heritage Centre Gower Kite and Surf Centre Pitton Cross Caravan Park
Rhossili Reynoldston Post Office Crofty Post Office
E-book available on Smashwordshttpwwwsmashwordscombooksview145799
Oystermouth Castle is scheduled to re-open on 16th June 2012 Annrsquos new book will be on sale in the Visitors Centre in Alinarsquos Chapel
Local Personality
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Nick ldquoEXTREME SUNBATHINGrdquo in New Zealand
Name Nick Rees - REESY by nickname
Age 23
Job Events amp Marketing Associate within the surf industry
Education I went to Bishopston Comprehensive and later graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 21 in Sports Management
I grew up in Mumbles and have always taken advantage of the coastal lifestyle wersquore
so lucky to have on our doorstep
Picture G-Land Indonesia
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk35
TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
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REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
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REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
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My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
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ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
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caswell bay
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mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
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langland bay
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swansea bay
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Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
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MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
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MaxMin rideable 4rsquo1rsquoWave type Beach LampR
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oxwich bay
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MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
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langland bay
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Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
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swansea bay
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mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
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mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
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oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
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BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
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Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
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Weather
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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ldquoThe schooner Emma of Plymouth going from Newport to the South of Cornwall with coal put in on Oxwich Sand today having carried away her main sail amp other sails she would not steer They expect to save the ship by discharging her so we are expecting coal cheaprdquo Sill continued in the same letter
Following the wreck of the Agnes Jack on January 27 1883 and just ten days later the Surprise lost with all hands under Overton cliffs a lifeboat station at Port Eynon was opened in 1884
But the dangerous location of this station saw it closed in 1919 following the loss of the lifeboat Janet in 1916 when it went to the aid of the SS Dunvegan Three members of the crew lost their lives that night Coxswain Billy Gibbs William Eynon second coxswain and lifeboatman George Harry are remembered on a memorial looking out to sea in the churchyard at St Cattwgrsquos Port Eynon
Read more about casualties along the dangerous Gower coastline on httpwwwshipwrecks-walescouk
History
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Like so many Gowerians many of the Bevan men folk chose to go to sea rather than scratch a living from farming but the risks were high Silvanusrsquo brother Francis was lost at sea drowned coming home from Cuba on July 12 1851rdquo
ldquo
Lifeboatmen and Sailor Memorial St Cattwgs Church Port Eynon Gowercopy Photograph - Gower News
Shipwrecks and Smuggling
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The Author Ann Thomas
BiographyWriting poetry and making up stories since she was a child Ann only started to write seriously when her children were grown Her main ambition is to write science fiction but along the way she got distracted by local history and poetry about her stroke Taking early retirement gave her the chance to concentrate on her writing
Book Launch
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Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
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The book uses the life of Alina de Breos to tell the story of the barons rebellion which started in the Lordship of Gower in 1320 and eventually led to the toppling of Edward II from the English throne Alina ended up with her son in the Tower of London her husband executed and all her estates confiscated When Edward II was deposed the Lordship of Gower was returned to her in an act of mercy by Edward III and legend has it that she built the chapel on Oystermouth Castle
Talking about her new book Ann said ldquoOne day I was standing in Swansea town centre opposite the ruins of Swansea Castle and I wondered what the castle and the town were like in the castlersquos heyday I searched the internet and went to the library and found a remarkable story that captured my imagination Three years later and lots more research and writing and there is a bookrdquo
Annrsquos Book lsquoAlinarsquo The White Lady of Oystermouth is now available at the following outlets in Swansea and Gower
Swansea Museum National Waterfront Museum Swansea City Centre Tourist Information Centre Uplands Bookshop Mumbles Tourist Information Centre Cover to Cover Bookshop Shepherds at Parkmill Gower Heritage Centre Gower Kite and Surf Centre Pitton Cross Caravan Park
Rhossili Reynoldston Post Office Crofty Post Office
E-book available on Smashwordshttpwwwsmashwordscombooksview145799
Oystermouth Castle is scheduled to re-open on 16th June 2012 Annrsquos new book will be on sale in the Visitors Centre in Alinarsquos Chapel
Local Personality
wwwgowernewscouk34
Nick ldquoEXTREME SUNBATHINGrdquo in New Zealand
Name Nick Rees - REESY by nickname
Age 23
Job Events amp Marketing Associate within the surf industry
Education I went to Bishopston Comprehensive and later graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 21 in Sports Management
I grew up in Mumbles and have always taken advantage of the coastal lifestyle wersquore
so lucky to have on our doorstep
Picture G-Land Indonesia
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk35
TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
wwwgowernewscouk36
REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
wwwreesyphotographycouk
REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk37
My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
limeslade
caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
morningafternoonmorningafternoonmorningafternoonmorningafternoonmorningafternoon
morningafternoonmorningafternoonmorningafternoonmorningafternoonmorningafternoonmorningafternoon
To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing Tourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
General Enquiries amp AdvertisingContact John HughesPhone 01792 299 612
E-mail enquirieswhatsonmagazinecouk
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B4436
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broughton bay
swansea
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rhossili bay
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MaxMin rideable 8rsquo2rsquoWave type
Best tide HighBest wind SE
broughton bay
Ideal swell W to SBottom Sand
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Best tide AllBest wind E
rhossili bay
Ideal swell W to SBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not highBest wind N
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Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell Big WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 4rsquo1rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide HighBest wind NW
oxwich bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Swansea TouristInformation CentrePlymouth StreetSwansea SA1 3QG01792 468321
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE TO SW
swansea bay
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
mumbles head
Break rating
Easy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing
Tourist Information Centre
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RhossiliRhossili
464 GOWER RDKILLAY
SWANSEASA2 7DZ
01792 203018
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heart of Swansearsquos
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
limeslade
caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
2012 high water1120------00330154031104090455053606130650072708060846092710131105------00420203032504320526061306550735081208480921095410271108
morning afternoon1071m------994m988m1018m1065m1114m1154m1183m1204m1217m1222m1217m1202m1173m1132m------1054m1047m1080m1134m1186m1224m1245m1250m1241m1219m1185m1141m1091m1037m
2334121213171433153916321717175718351913195120302109215122392334120613191439155616581751183619171954202921012132220322382323
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For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
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To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
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oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
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BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
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Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
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Weather
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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The Author Ann Thomas
BiographyWriting poetry and making up stories since she was a child Ann only started to write seriously when her children were grown Her main ambition is to write science fiction but along the way she got distracted by local history and poetry about her stroke Taking early retirement gave her the chance to concentrate on her writing
Book Launch
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Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
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The book uses the life of Alina de Breos to tell the story of the barons rebellion which started in the Lordship of Gower in 1320 and eventually led to the toppling of Edward II from the English throne Alina ended up with her son in the Tower of London her husband executed and all her estates confiscated When Edward II was deposed the Lordship of Gower was returned to her in an act of mercy by Edward III and legend has it that she built the chapel on Oystermouth Castle
Talking about her new book Ann said ldquoOne day I was standing in Swansea town centre opposite the ruins of Swansea Castle and I wondered what the castle and the town were like in the castlersquos heyday I searched the internet and went to the library and found a remarkable story that captured my imagination Three years later and lots more research and writing and there is a bookrdquo
Annrsquos Book lsquoAlinarsquo The White Lady of Oystermouth is now available at the following outlets in Swansea and Gower
Swansea Museum National Waterfront Museum Swansea City Centre Tourist Information Centre Uplands Bookshop Mumbles Tourist Information Centre Cover to Cover Bookshop Shepherds at Parkmill Gower Heritage Centre Gower Kite and Surf Centre Pitton Cross Caravan Park
Rhossili Reynoldston Post Office Crofty Post Office
E-book available on Smashwordshttpwwwsmashwordscombooksview145799
Oystermouth Castle is scheduled to re-open on 16th June 2012 Annrsquos new book will be on sale in the Visitors Centre in Alinarsquos Chapel
Local Personality
wwwgowernewscouk34
Nick ldquoEXTREME SUNBATHINGrdquo in New Zealand
Name Nick Rees - REESY by nickname
Age 23
Job Events amp Marketing Associate within the surf industry
Education I went to Bishopston Comprehensive and later graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 21 in Sports Management
I grew up in Mumbles and have always taken advantage of the coastal lifestyle wersquore
so lucky to have on our doorstep
Picture G-Land Indonesia
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk35
TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
wwwgowernewscouk36
REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
wwwreesyphotographycouk
REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk37
My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
limeslade
caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
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To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing Tourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
General Enquiries amp AdvertisingContact John HughesPhone 01792 299 612
E-mail enquirieswhatsonmagazinecouk
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broughton bay
Ideal swell W to SBottom Sand
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rhossili bay
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MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not highBest wind N
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Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell Big WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 4rsquo1rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide HighBest wind NW
oxwich bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
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Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE TO SW
swansea bay
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
mumbles head
Break rating
Easy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing
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heart of Swansearsquos
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
limeslade
caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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morning afternoon1071m------994m988m1018m1065m1114m1154m1183m1204m1217m1222m1217m1202m1173m1132m------1054m1047m1080m1134m1186m1224m1245m1250m1241m1219m1185m1141m1091m1037m
2334121213171433153916321717175718351913195120302109215122392334120613191439155616581751183619171954202921012132220322382323
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
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To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
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oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
KitesurfingTourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
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BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
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Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
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Weather
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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The Author Ann Thomas
BiographyWriting poetry and making up stories since she was a child Ann only started to write seriously when her children were grown Her main ambition is to write science fiction but along the way she got distracted by local history and poetry about her stroke Taking early retirement gave her the chance to concentrate on her writing
Book Launch
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Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
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The book uses the life of Alina de Breos to tell the story of the barons rebellion which started in the Lordship of Gower in 1320 and eventually led to the toppling of Edward II from the English throne Alina ended up with her son in the Tower of London her husband executed and all her estates confiscated When Edward II was deposed the Lordship of Gower was returned to her in an act of mercy by Edward III and legend has it that she built the chapel on Oystermouth Castle
Talking about her new book Ann said ldquoOne day I was standing in Swansea town centre opposite the ruins of Swansea Castle and I wondered what the castle and the town were like in the castlersquos heyday I searched the internet and went to the library and found a remarkable story that captured my imagination Three years later and lots more research and writing and there is a bookrdquo
Annrsquos Book lsquoAlinarsquo The White Lady of Oystermouth is now available at the following outlets in Swansea and Gower
Swansea Museum National Waterfront Museum Swansea City Centre Tourist Information Centre Uplands Bookshop Mumbles Tourist Information Centre Cover to Cover Bookshop Shepherds at Parkmill Gower Heritage Centre Gower Kite and Surf Centre Pitton Cross Caravan Park
Rhossili Reynoldston Post Office Crofty Post Office
E-book available on Smashwordshttpwwwsmashwordscombooksview145799
Oystermouth Castle is scheduled to re-open on 16th June 2012 Annrsquos new book will be on sale in the Visitors Centre in Alinarsquos Chapel
Local Personality
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Nick ldquoEXTREME SUNBATHINGrdquo in New Zealand
Name Nick Rees - REESY by nickname
Age 23
Job Events amp Marketing Associate within the surf industry
Education I went to Bishopston Comprehensive and later graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 21 in Sports Management
I grew up in Mumbles and have always taken advantage of the coastal lifestyle wersquore
so lucky to have on our doorstep
Picture G-Land Indonesia
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk35
TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
wwwgowernewscouk36
REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
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REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk37
My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
limeslade
caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
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To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing Tourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
General Enquiries amp AdvertisingContact John HughesPhone 01792 299 612
E-mail enquirieswhatsonmagazinecouk
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Three Crosses
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Best tide HighBest wind SE
broughton bay
Ideal swell W to SBottom Sand
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rhossili bay
Ideal swell W to SBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not highBest wind N
horton beachIdeal swell WSW
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Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell Big WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 4rsquo1rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide HighBest wind NW
oxwich bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
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Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE TO SW
swansea bay
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Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
mumbles head
Break rating
Easy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing
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heart of Swansearsquos
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
limeslade
caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon
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To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
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oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
KitesurfingTourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
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BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
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Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
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Weather
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
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Alina The White Lady of Oystermouth
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The book uses the life of Alina de Breos to tell the story of the barons rebellion which started in the Lordship of Gower in 1320 and eventually led to the toppling of Edward II from the English throne Alina ended up with her son in the Tower of London her husband executed and all her estates confiscated When Edward II was deposed the Lordship of Gower was returned to her in an act of mercy by Edward III and legend has it that she built the chapel on Oystermouth Castle
Talking about her new book Ann said ldquoOne day I was standing in Swansea town centre opposite the ruins of Swansea Castle and I wondered what the castle and the town were like in the castlersquos heyday I searched the internet and went to the library and found a remarkable story that captured my imagination Three years later and lots more research and writing and there is a bookrdquo
Annrsquos Book lsquoAlinarsquo The White Lady of Oystermouth is now available at the following outlets in Swansea and Gower
Swansea Museum National Waterfront Museum Swansea City Centre Tourist Information Centre Uplands Bookshop Mumbles Tourist Information Centre Cover to Cover Bookshop Shepherds at Parkmill Gower Heritage Centre Gower Kite and Surf Centre Pitton Cross Caravan Park
Rhossili Reynoldston Post Office Crofty Post Office
E-book available on Smashwordshttpwwwsmashwordscombooksview145799
Oystermouth Castle is scheduled to re-open on 16th June 2012 Annrsquos new book will be on sale in the Visitors Centre in Alinarsquos Chapel
Local Personality
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Nick ldquoEXTREME SUNBATHINGrdquo in New Zealand
Name Nick Rees - REESY by nickname
Age 23
Job Events amp Marketing Associate within the surf industry
Education I went to Bishopston Comprehensive and later graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 21 in Sports Management
I grew up in Mumbles and have always taken advantage of the coastal lifestyle wersquore
so lucky to have on our doorstep
Picture G-Land Indonesia
Nick Rees (REESY)
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TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
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REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
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REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
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My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
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caswell bay
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Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
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Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
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swansea bay
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oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing Tourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
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Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
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Best tide HighBest wind SE
broughton bay
Ideal swell W to SBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 12rsquo1rsquoWave type Beach LampR
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MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
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caswell bay
Ideal swell Big WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 4rsquo1rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide HighBest wind NW
oxwich bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
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Best wind NE TO SW
swansea bay
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Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
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Easy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
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Surfing
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Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
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For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
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Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
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Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
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Danger ndash experienced surfers only
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
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BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
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Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
wwwgowernewscouk51
Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk53
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
wwwgowernewscouk54
WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
wwwgowernewscouk55
Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
wwwgowernewscouk56
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk57
Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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Local Personality
wwwgowernewscouk34
Nick ldquoEXTREME SUNBATHINGrdquo in New Zealand
Name Nick Rees - REESY by nickname
Age 23
Job Events amp Marketing Associate within the surf industry
Education I went to Bishopston Comprehensive and later graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 21 in Sports Management
I grew up in Mumbles and have always taken advantage of the coastal lifestyle wersquore
so lucky to have on our doorstep
Picture G-Land Indonesia
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk35
TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
wwwgowernewscouk36
REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
wwwreesyphotographycouk
REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk37
My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
limeslade
caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
morningafternoonmorningafternoonmorningafternoonmorningafternoonmorningafternoon
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To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
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oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing Tourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
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Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 8rsquo2rsquoWave type
Best tide HighBest wind SE
broughton bay
Ideal swell W to SBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 12rsquo1rsquoWave type Beach LampR
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rhossili bay
Ideal swell W to SBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
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horton beachIdeal swell WSW
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caswell bay
Ideal swell Big WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 4rsquo1rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide HighBest wind NW
oxwich bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
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Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE TO SW
swansea bay
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Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
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Break rating
Easy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
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Surfing
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Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
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For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
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Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
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Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
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Danger ndash experienced surfers only
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
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BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
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Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk53
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
wwwgowernewscouk54
WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
wwwgowernewscouk55
Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
wwwgowernewscouk56
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk57
Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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Nick Rees (REESY)
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TRAVEL
Youve travelled a bit recently what was the most inspirational place you visited and did you get any good photographs
Out of the 14 countries I visited I would say Indonesia was the most inspirational place with its unique mixture of paradise islands world class surf breaks and crazy nightlife to top it off
However yoursquore always just a lsquosense of adventure and a rented
scooter trip awayrsquo from discovering little corners of
secluded paradise with empty waves
When I travelled I always took my camera wherever I went I
ended up taking over 11500 photos so yes I like to think I
captured a couple of good shots some of which I aim to get on
my website soon
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
ldquo My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo - it usually just happens rdquo
Local Personality
wwwgowernewscouk36
REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
wwwreesyphotographycouk
REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk37
My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
limeslade
caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
morningafternoonmorningafternoonmorningafternoonmorningafternoonmorningafternoon
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To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
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oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing Tourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
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Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
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Best tide HighBest wind SE
broughton bay
Ideal swell W to SBottom Sand
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rhossili bay
Ideal swell W to SBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
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horton beachIdeal swell WSW
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Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell Big WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 4rsquo1rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide HighBest wind NW
oxwich bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
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Best wind NE TO SW
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Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
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Easy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
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Surfing
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Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
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For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
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Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
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Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
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Danger ndash experienced surfers only
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
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BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
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Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk53
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
wwwgowernewscouk54
WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
wwwgowernewscouk56
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk57
Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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REESY PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you only do landscape photography
Although I specialise in landscapes Irsquom always open to new ideas and recently did a wedding shoot and a number of international sports events which can be seen on my Facebook page If you need a photographer for anything then feel free to contact me Irsquom always open to suggestions
ldquo To capture Gower at its best you have to understand the
environment and the effects of weather patterns and tidal
movementYou also need a sense of adventure and a desire to get
off the beaten track Finally experiment with your camera
and your creativity if yoursquore using a small digital camera and
taking a photo of the sunset experiment by taking a few through the lenses of your
sunglasses you may be suprised at the colours produced rdquo
HOCKEY
We hear yoursquore ok at hockey
Yeah Irsquove played hockey all my life (since the age 5) and started as a youngster at Swansea Bay Hockey Club Irsquove gone on to captain every age group of Welsh Hockey and currently represent the Senior Team
Irsquom sponsored by Adidas and aim to represent Wales in the 2014 Commonwealth Games
SURFING
So youre into surfing what advice do have for people
just starting out
Beginners should always get a lesson with a local surf school to start From that point onwards surfingrsquos all about just getting in the water and enjoying yourself
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REESYPhotograph
Reesy Photograph
Nick Rees (REESY)
wwwgowernewscouk37
My style of photography comes down to my natural appreciation of the Gower and my love for sharing my experiences with others I always keep my camera with me and rarely plan to take a photo it usually just happens
Photography copy N
ick Rees wwwreesyphotographycouk
What is you most inspirational Gower spot for photography and why Llangennith frequently provides me with fun surf and epic sunsets a combination that usually results in some cool shots
BIG thanks to Nick for letting Gower News use his image of Three Cliffs on the cover
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
limeslade
caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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19001933203320312100213322182324------1330145015451631171517591842192520092054214422422353123313571510160416481726180118361908
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
morningafternoonmorningafternoonmorningafternoonmorningafternoonmorningafternoon
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To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing Tourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
General Enquiries amp AdvertisingContact John HughesPhone 01792 299 612
E-mail enquirieswhatsonmagazinecouk
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broughton bay
Ideal swell W to SBottom Sand
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MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
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caswell bay
Ideal swell Big WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 4rsquo1rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide HighBest wind NW
oxwich bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
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Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE TO SW
swansea bay
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Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
mumbles head
Break rating
Easy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
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Surfing
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Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
limeslade
caswell bay
mumbles roadtofrom City Centre
A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
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caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon
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To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
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oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
KitesurfingTourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
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BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
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Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
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The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
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To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
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oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
KitesurfingTourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
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BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
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Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
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MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
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Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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1149m1195m1230m1251m1258m1249m1227m1192m1146m1095m1045m1013m988m999m1039m1088m1132m1164m1186m1201m1208m1208m1199m1178m1143m1100m------1049m1066m1117m1174m
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1259m1252m1232m1200m1158m1109m1054m996m------959m986m1054m1124m1185m1231m1263m1280m1280m1260m1217m1154m1080m------1024m1043m1103m1165m1210m1236m1243m
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1110------0059024403510439052306060648073008110852093510221121------012302580407045705360612064607180749081808460915094810351145
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131514411542163217181803184719302012205621422236234112191343150316011645172217571830190319332003203121032142223623481236
0109022203240418050906000648073608230910095910521152002701360243033904270509054806250700073308060840091710011055------00300140
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02460348044505400633072408120858094310291117------004501480251034804380522060206390715075108270904094510311126------01040216
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174618321914195420312106214022122250234012011335151116091653173318101848192620032042212222072303------125914331551164817341815
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18521928200120332102213122052251------1235142715351622170317431824190319442024210621522250------1250142415391632171517521827
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193920092040211421572254------12411357150215561646173518241911195820462136223023291203131214231524161416571737181418481921
1179m1152m1118m1079m1037m1002m------1021m1058m1116m1175m1225m1259m1276m1276m1257m1221m1172m1116m1065m1085m1066m1073m1099m1129m1156m1174m1182m1181m1171m
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12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031
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07330806083909150959105311580038015103000400045405450635072408120859094610351125------0049020003090406045205330611064607190752
1179m1161m1139m1114m1089m1067m1057m1032m1058m1106m1162m1213m1251m1274m1281m1273m1249m1213m1166m1116m------1024m1016m1039m1080m1122m1156m1177m1187m1187m1182m
195420272101214122282328------130814181522162117171809190019492036212222082256234812211325143315361630171517541831190619392013
1155m1133m1107m1079m1052m1033m------1067m1099m1144m1189m1226m1251m1260m1255m1234m1200m1156m1106m1058m1071m1043m1042m1065m1098m1130m1154m1168m1172m1169m1161m
LANGLAND BAY ROAD
For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
morningafternoonmorningafternoonmorningafternoonmorningafternoonmorningafternoon
morningafternoonmorningafternoonmorningafternoonmorningafternoonmorningafternoonmorningafternoon
To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
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Ideal swell W to SBottom Sand
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Ideal swell W to SBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not highBest wind N
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Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell Big WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 4rsquo1rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide HighBest wind NW
oxwich bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
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Best wind NE TO SW
swansea bay
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Easy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
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limeslade
caswell bay
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Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
2012 high water1120------00330154031104090455053606130650072708060846092710131105------00420203032504320526061306550735081208480921095410271108
morning afternoon1071m------994m988m1018m1065m1114m1154m1183m1204m1217m1222m1217m1202m1173m1132m------1054m1047m1080m1134m1186m1224m1245m1250m1241m1219m1185m1141m1091m1037m
2334121213171433153916321717175718351913195120302109215122392334120613191439155616581751183619171954202921012132220322382323
1025m1030m1005m1010m1041m1084m1124m1156m1180m1195m1203m1202m1191m1168m1132m1090m1089m1060m1063m1098m1144m1183m1208m1219m1216m1202m1177m1144m1103m1056m1008m
------0027020603330427051105510630071007500830091009521040113900130140031504240516055906370713074708180848091609451021
------970m968m1016m1079m1138m1187m1225m1252m1266m1266m1246m1204m1144m1075m1039m1012m1043m1107m1168m1212m1237m1245m1239m1220m1190m1151m1104m1050m
12031321145616021651173318141854193320122051213122152306------12551426154916511739181918551929200020302057212521552235
990m965m987m1042m1100m1152m1194m1225m1245m1252m1242m1213m1164m1101m------1021m1015m1059m1118m1167m1200m1216m1219m1211m1192m1163m1126m1081m1028m
995m------955m989m1059m1132m1194m1243m1277m1294m1291m1264m1213m1141m1061m------1001m1030m1093m1151m1193m1217m1226m1221m1206m1182m1149m1108m1061m1009m969m
978m954m960m1018m1090m1156m1210m1250m1275m1283m1271m1235m1177m1104m1034m1001m993m1041m1102m1153m1187m1206m1212m1207m1192m1168m1136m1095m1047m1000m------
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For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
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To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
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oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
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BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
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Walk
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From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
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Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
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Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
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Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
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Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
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Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
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WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
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Weather
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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Three Crosses
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port eynon bay
broughton bay
swansea
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Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 8rsquo2rsquoWave type
Best tide HighBest wind SE
broughton bay
Ideal swell W to SBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 12rsquo1rsquoWave type Beach LampR
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caswell bay
Ideal swell Big WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 4rsquo1rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide HighBest wind NW
oxwich bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Swansea TouristInformation CentrePlymouth StreetSwansea SA1 3QG01792 468321
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE TO SW
swansea bay
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
mumbles head
Break rating
Easy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
Kitesurfing
Tourist Information Centre
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gowersurfersmapgmailcom
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RhossiliRhossili
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heart of Swansearsquos
Caswell Bay has something for everyone Come and visit weOtildell see you on the beach soon
BEACH FILE
see you on the beach soon
Stay wwwgowercoastcomSurf wwwgowersurfingcomEat 01792 361 644
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caswell bay
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A4067
CASWELL ROAD
mumbleshead
Ideal swell WSWBottom Sand
MaxMin rideable 6rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide Not lowBest wind NE
caswell bay
Ideal swell WSWBottom Mixed
MaxMin rideable 10rsquo2rsquoWave type Beach LampR
Best tide AllBest wind N
langland bay
Ideal swell Big W to SBottom Sand
Best wind NE to SW
swansea bay
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LANGLAND BAY ROAD
For approximate low water time add 6hrs 15 minutes
morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon
morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon morning afternoon
To adjust for British Summertime add 1 hour from 0100 March 27th to 0100 October 30th
Mumbles TouristInformation CentreMumbles Methodist Church520b Mumbles RoadMumbles Swansea SA3 4DH01792 361302
oystermouth
Remember going in the sea is a potentially dangerous activity This is a guide onlyTake notice of all local advice and signsPlease exercise common sense and caution
langland bay
Supervised beach (see local signs for details)
Car park
Surfing
Windsurfing
KitesurfingTourist Information Centre
Break ratingEasy ndash good for beginners and experienced surfers
Caution ndash for intermediate and experienced surfers
Danger ndash experienced surfers only
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
wwwgowernewscouk42
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
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Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
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Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
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Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
wwwwalkingthegowercouk
Walk
wwwgowernewscouk48
From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
walkingthegowercouk
wwwgowernewscouk49
Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
wwwgowernewscouk50
Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
wwwgowernewscouk51
Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
wwwgowernewscouk52
Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk53
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
wwwgowernewscouk54
WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
wwwgowernewscouk55
Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
wwwgowernewscouk56
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk57
Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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Business
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Start Ups
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Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
wwwgowernewscouk42
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
wwwgowernewscouk43
Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
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With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
walkingthegowercouk
wwwgowernewscouk45
BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
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P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
walkingthegowercouk
wwwgowernewscouk47
Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
wwwwalkingthegowercouk
Walk
wwwgowernewscouk48
From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
walkingthegowercouk
wwwgowernewscouk49
Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
wwwgowernewscouk50
Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
wwwgowernewscouk51
Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
wwwgowernewscouk52
Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk53
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
wwwgowernewscouk54
WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
wwwgowernewscouk55
Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
wwwgowernewscouk56
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk57
Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
Follow Gower News on Twitter wwwtwittercomgowernews
Like Gower News on Facebookwwwfacebookcomgowernews
View Gower on YouTube wwwyoutubecomgowernews
Walk Gower on RunKeeperwwwrunkeepercomusergowernews
GOWER NEWSwwwgowernewscouk
Issue 12 - 27042012 - Copyright 2012 - All Rights Reserved
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Start Ups
wwwgowernewscouk41
Gringorsquos aim since 1988 has been to promote fair trade by helping
disadvantaged people in the developing world to improve their
lives with pride through trade
Gringo is a fair trade wholesaler based in Swansea
A shop selling ethically sourced goods has been established at the Gower Heritage Centre Parkmill Gower Run locally by Andrew Jones the shop stocks goods supplied by Gringo
People wishing to access the shop only are not required to purchase tickets to the Heritage Centre Opening hours wwwgowerheritagecentrecouk
Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
wwwgowernewscouk42
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
wwwgowernewscouk43
Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
wwwgowernewscouk44
With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
walkingthegowercouk
wwwgowernewscouk45
BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
wwwgowernewscouk46
P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
walkingthegowercouk
wwwgowernewscouk47
Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
wwwwalkingthegowercouk
Walk
wwwgowernewscouk48
From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
walkingthegowercouk
wwwgowernewscouk49
Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
wwwgowernewscouk50
Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
wwwgowernewscouk51
Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
wwwgowernewscouk52
Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk53
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
wwwgowernewscouk54
WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
wwwgowernewscouk55
Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
wwwgowernewscouk56
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk57
Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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GOWER NEWSwwwgowernewscouk
Issue 12 - 27042012 - Copyright 2012 - All Rights Reserved
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Article written by Ben at Nucleus Swansea ndash a local supplier of Surf Clothing and Skate Shoes
Forthcoming Fundraising Events
wwwgowernewscouk42
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012When Sunday 16th September 2012 ndash Start 9am Finish 4pm
Who Everyone
Why Challenge yourself have fun and raise money for the British Heart Foundation
How much Adults pound15 Children pound750
Where Swansea Recreation Ground
Contact British Heart Foundation Events Team0800 169 3672 | wwwbhforguksouthwales
BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
wwwgowernewscouk43
Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
wwwgowernewscouk44
With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
walkingthegowercouk
wwwgowernewscouk45
BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
wwwgowernewscouk46
P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
walkingthegowercouk
wwwgowernewscouk47
Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
wwwwalkingthegowercouk
Walk
wwwgowernewscouk48
From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
walkingthegowercouk
wwwgowernewscouk49
Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
wwwgowernewscouk50
Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
wwwgowernewscouk51
Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
wwwgowernewscouk52
Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk53
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
wwwgowernewscouk54
WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
wwwgowernewscouk55
Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
wwwgowernewscouk56
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk57
Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
Follow Gower News on Twitter wwwtwittercomgowernews
Like Gower News on Facebookwwwfacebookcomgowernews
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BHF South Wales Bike Ride 2012
wwwgowernewscouk43
Gower Bike Ride The Legend Lives OnGower has far surpassed iconic status nowadays Gower is talked about as though it were some kind of legend There are many reasons for this ldquolegendaryrdquo status but one exceptionally important reason is the popular Gower Bike Ride (now known as the BHF South Wales Bike Ride) In existence for over 25 years this challenging and extremely fun bike ride takes its participants on the adventure of a lifetime Over 1000 riders get involved in the bike ride ever year raising thousands of pounds for the British Heart Foundation ndash as if you needed another good reason to spend the day cycling around the beautiful Gower peninsula
Everybody is welcome and there are 3 routes to choose from each as beautiful as the other some more family friendly than others All routes start and finish at Swansea Recreation Ground ndash if you make it all the way
The 16 Mile ldquoFamily Friendlyrdquo RouteThe 16 mile route which is by no means an ldquoeasy optionrdquo makes use of the Gowerrsquos fantastic cycle paths which offer the ideal riding route for families and youngsters alike
The 29 Mile ldquoGower Coast Adventurerdquo RouteFor those who want to make the most of the beautiful Gower coast but are not ready for the gruelling 50 mile route this 29 mile route is ideal Adventuring towards the West there really isnrsquot a better way to see the amazing Gower coastline
The 50 Mile ldquoMean Machinerdquo RouteFor the seasoned cyclist who wants to put their training to good use the 50 mile route will push you to your limits The route has an extension from the original Gower Bike Ride route and continues on from Fforestfach junction towards Penllergaer via the A483 It approaches Pontarddulais Llanelli Gorseinon Loughor and Waunarlywydd before rejoining the original route along the Gower coast Be warned you may need some training before taking on this challenge but for those that do the rewards are great Which ever route you decide to take just remember to stay safe and ride hard
Walk
wwwgowernewscouk44
With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
walkingthegowercouk
wwwgowernewscouk45
BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
wwwgowernewscouk46
P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
walkingthegowercouk
wwwgowernewscouk47
Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
wwwwalkingthegowercouk
Walk
wwwgowernewscouk48
From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
walkingthegowercouk
wwwgowernewscouk49
Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
wwwgowernewscouk50
Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
wwwgowernewscouk51
Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
wwwgowernewscouk52
Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk53
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
wwwgowernewscouk54
WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
wwwgowernewscouk55
Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
wwwgowernewscouk56
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk57
Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
Follow Gower News on Twitter wwwtwittercomgowernews
Like Gower News on Facebookwwwfacebookcomgowernews
View Gower on YouTube wwwyoutubecomgowernews
Walk Gower on RunKeeperwwwrunkeepercomusergowernews
GOWER NEWSwwwgowernewscouk
Issue 12 - 27042012 - Copyright 2012 - All Rights Reserved
Gower Newswwwgowernewscouk
Twitterwwwtwittercomgowernews
Facebookwwwfacebookcomgowernews
YouTubewwwyoutubecomgowernews
Flickr wwwflickrcomgowernews
RunKeeperwwwrunkeepercomusergowernews
Walk
wwwgowernewscouk44
With the official opening of the Wales Coast Path taking place in May this walk takes in part of the Gower and Swansea Bay route providing picturesque coastal views and a taste of rural life in the village of Pennard Gower
Pwlldu HeadRural Circular from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu HeadA gentle to moderate 36 mile circular walk from Pennard Cliffs to Pwlldu Head Words and pictures by Ian Ambrose | Editor Gower News
View this GPS tracked route by visiting Gower News on Runkeeper httprunkeepercomusergowernewsactivity79102710
The Wales Coast Path is due to officially open on 5th May 2012 - Walks across Wales will take place to coincide with the launch Details of organised walks can be found on the Ramblers Cymru website wwwramblersorgukwales
Cardiff will mark the opening of the Wales Coast Path with a launch event in Cardiff Bay at 11am on Saturday 5th May where Environment Minister John Griffiths will officially open the 870mile1400km path
walkingthegowercouk
wwwgowernewscouk45
BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
wwwgowernewscouk46
P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
walkingthegowercouk
wwwgowernewscouk47
Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
wwwwalkingthegowercouk
Walk
wwwgowernewscouk48
From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
walkingthegowercouk
wwwgowernewscouk49
Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
wwwgowernewscouk50
Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
wwwgowernewscouk51
Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
wwwgowernewscouk52
Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk53
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
wwwgowernewscouk54
WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
wwwgowernewscouk55
Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
wwwgowernewscouk56
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk57
Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
Follow Gower News on Twitter wwwtwittercomgowernews
Like Gower News on Facebookwwwfacebookcomgowernews
View Gower on YouTube wwwyoutubecomgowernews
Walk Gower on RunKeeperwwwrunkeepercomusergowernews
GOWER NEWSwwwgowernewscouk
Issue 12 - 27042012 - Copyright 2012 - All Rights Reserved
Gower Newswwwgowernewscouk
Twitterwwwtwittercomgowernews
Facebookwwwfacebookcomgowernews
YouTubewwwyoutubecomgowernews
Flickr wwwflickrcomgowernews
RunKeeperwwwrunkeepercomusergowernews
walkingthegowercouk
wwwgowernewscouk45
BangorFlint
Chester
Rhyl
Porthmadog
Abersoch Harlech
Aberystwyth
Caernarfon
Barmouth
Aberdovey
Cardigan
Aberaeron
Nefyn
Aberdaron
Swansea
Port Talbot
Tenby
Porthcawl
Llanelli
Cardiff
Newport
Chepstow
Fishguard
St Davids
Llandudno
Photographs copy Crown copyright (2011) Visit Wales
The completion of an 870 mile long Wales Coast Path by 2012 is a key Welsh Governmentcommitment The development programme is managed by the Countryside Council for Wales and funded by the Welsh Government European Regional Development Fund (through the Environment for Growth theme of the Convergence Programme) and the sixteen local authorities and two National Parks through which the path passes
Holyhead
Carmarthen
Barry Island
Pembroke
Machynlleth
Highlights along the wayHeritage Walesrsquo tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places Why not visit Conwy castle a World Heritage Site and ldquoincomparably the most magnificent of Edward Irsquos Welsh fortressesrdquo
Environment It might be a coast path but that doesnrsquot mean to say therersquos only the sea to look at Keep your eyes on the landward side of the route too and yoursquoll not be disappointed by the scenery around you Why not explore the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning geology ndash it was recently awarded Geopark status
Adrenalin From abseiling to white water rafting world-class mountain biking to paragliding karting to wall climbing Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz Its stunning coastline and hinterland host a huge range of year-round outdoor activities for all ages Why not try sea cliff climbing with expert guidance in Menai Llyn and Meirionnydd
Wildlife See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl large populations of dolphins and seals walk nature trails visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds The Path is truly a paradise for nature lovers Why not try spotting bottlenose dolphins at New Quay
Family Fun The coast of Wales is a great place for families with a huge range of activities amusements castles nature trails and wildlife reserves country parks and places to picnic boat trips to see dolphins and seals funfairs and adventure centres Why not try crabbing with expert guides from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
Cycling There are cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and great links inland where you can explore some of the finest coastal scenery in Europe Why not try the 12 mile award-winning Millennium Coastal Path linking Llanelli and Pembrey Country Park
Arts amp Crafts Skilled and proud artists have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside the range of natural materials available to them and the history all around them those traditions thrive today Why not visit the Dylan Thomas Centre to explore the life and works of this famous Welsh son
Beach Lovers Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain In 2011 Keep Wales Tidy awarded the coveted Blue Flag award to 42 Welsh beaches based on their clean water litter-free shoreline visitor amenities and safety Why not visit Whitmore Bay Barry Island for a traditional seaside experience (and as seen on TVrsquos Gavin amp Stacey)
North Wales Coast amp Dee Estuary Wonderful sandy beaches family friendly
towns and villages with access to Offarsquos Dyke
Path National Trail
Isle of Anglesey Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in
history stunning scenery and wide sandy
beaches
Menai Llyn amp Meirionnydd This beautiful and often remote region has
the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a
natural backdrop
Ceredigion The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords
the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise
seals and a host of marine birds
Pembrokeshire Explore rugged cliffs golden beaches and
hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife
lovers and outdoor enthusiasts
Carmarthenshire Soak up the culture and heritage and explore the
estuaries of Tywi Taf and Gwendraeth
Gower amp Swansea Bay An area of contrasts - from the busy seaside
city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of
the Gower Peninsula with its award winning
golden beaches
South Wales Coast amp Severn Estuary City life industrial heritage wildlife watching
opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by
side on this constantly changing coastline
Wales Coast PathDiscover the shape of a nation Ofcially opening on 5th May 2012 and with 870 miles of great walking opportunities the Wales Coast Path allows you to explore the coastal landscape of Wales and enjoy the many delights along the way
Coast Path already open and promoted Improvements are ongoing
Coast Path not yet promoted However many stretches can already be walked
The walk starts and finishes at Pennard Cliffs parking is available at the National Trust car park There is also a public toilet a shop and two places to grab light refreshments Three Cliffs Coffee Shop and Maddocksrsquo Tea Rooms Allow about 2 hours for the walk - longer if you intend venturing down to Pwlldu Bay before completing the return leg of the walk Donrsquot forget to wear suitable clothing and let someone know where yoursquore heading and what time yoursquoll be back
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
wwwgowernewscouk46
P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
walkingthegowercouk
wwwgowernewscouk47
Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
wwwwalkingthegowercouk
Walk
wwwgowernewscouk48
From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
walkingthegowercouk
wwwgowernewscouk49
Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
wwwgowernewscouk50
Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
wwwgowernewscouk51
Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
wwwgowernewscouk52
Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk53
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
wwwgowernewscouk54
WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
wwwgowernewscouk55
Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
wwwgowernewscouk56
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk57
Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
Follow Gower News on Twitter wwwtwittercomgowernews
Like Gower News on Facebookwwwfacebookcomgowernews
View Gower on YouTube wwwyoutubecomgowernews
Walk Gower on RunKeeperwwwrunkeepercomusergowernews
GOWER NEWSwwwgowernewscouk
Issue 12 - 27042012 - Copyright 2012 - All Rights Reserved
Gower Newswwwgowernewscouk
Twitterwwwtwittercomgowernews
Facebookwwwfacebookcomgowernews
YouTubewwwyoutubecomgowernews
Flickr wwwflickrcomgowernews
RunKeeperwwwrunkeepercomusergowernews
The Gower Peninsula
Pwlldu Head
⦿
Walk
wwwgowernewscouk46
P
Start and Finish
Pwlldu Bay
Pwlldu Head
SOUTHGATE
Pwlldu Wood
⦿Swansea City
Centre
⦿Mumbles
Graves End
walkingthegowercouk
wwwgowernewscouk47
Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
wwwwalkingthegowercouk
Walk
wwwgowernewscouk48
From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
walkingthegowercouk
wwwgowernewscouk49
Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
wwwgowernewscouk50
Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
wwwgowernewscouk51
Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
wwwgowernewscouk52
Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk53
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
wwwgowernewscouk54
WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
wwwgowernewscouk55
Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
wwwgowernewscouk56
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk57
Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
Follow Gower News on Twitter wwwtwittercomgowernews
Like Gower News on Facebookwwwfacebookcomgowernews
View Gower on YouTube wwwyoutubecomgowernews
Walk Gower on RunKeeperwwwrunkeepercomusergowernews
GOWER NEWSwwwgowernewscouk
Issue 12 - 27042012 - Copyright 2012 - All Rights Reserved
Gower Newswwwgowernewscouk
Twitterwwwtwittercomgowernews
Facebookwwwfacebookcomgowernews
YouTubewwwyoutubecomgowernews
Flickr wwwflickrcomgowernews
RunKeeperwwwrunkeepercomusergowernews
walkingthegowercouk
wwwgowernewscouk47
Walking the GowerPwlldu (Part 3)
On the previous two walks featured in the Gower e-News publication we approached Pwlldu Bay from Caswell Bay and also from Bishopston This time we approach Pwlldu from the west starting in the village of Southgate Gower commencing at Pennard Cliffs
The red arrow on the map opposite points the way to Pwlldu Bay for those wishing to explore the isolated bay with its iconic pebble storm-bank feature
The route from Southgate is reasonably gentle although there are a few climbs in places - particularly around Pwlldu Head itself
Take care near cliff edges and be sure to keep your dogs under control as this route passes through farm areas where livestock may be present
This walk is easily accessible by bus the number 1414A service from Swansea City Centre stops at the startfinish point See local bus timetables for further details
If you are looking to make a day of it then check out the previous walks which can be connected to make one mega walk
Other related walks in Gower Newsrsquo
lsquoWalking the Gowerrsquo series
Caswell to Pwlldu Bishopston to Pwlldu
wwwwalkingthegowercouk
Walk
wwwgowernewscouk48
From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
walkingthegowercouk
wwwgowernewscouk49
Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
wwwgowernewscouk50
Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
wwwgowernewscouk51
Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
wwwgowernewscouk52
Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk53
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
wwwgowernewscouk54
WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
wwwgowernewscouk55
Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
wwwgowernewscouk56
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk57
Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
Follow Gower News on Twitter wwwtwittercomgowernews
Like Gower News on Facebookwwwfacebookcomgowernews
View Gower on YouTube wwwyoutubecomgowernews
Walk Gower on RunKeeperwwwrunkeepercomusergowernews
GOWER NEWSwwwgowernewscouk
Issue 12 - 27042012 - Copyright 2012 - All Rights Reserved
Gower Newswwwgowernewscouk
Twitterwwwtwittercomgowernews
Facebookwwwfacebookcomgowernews
YouTubewwwyoutubecomgowernews
Flickr wwwflickrcomgowernews
RunKeeperwwwrunkeepercomusergowernews
Walk
wwwgowernewscouk48
From the National Trust car park at Southgate head in a south easterly direction following the coastal path
If the weather is fine then there are plenty of good places to stop along the coastal path to take in the scenery When visibility is right you can often see the North Devonshire coastline even Lundy Island out to the south west in the Bristol Channel can be seen when the conditions are right
After about 15 minutes - providing you are on the path near the cliffs - you will come across a bench which is another nice place to stop and appreciate the views The area to the left and below is Hunts Bay - a popular fishing spot at low tide
From the bench continue along the path which heads inland slightly whilst passing Hunts Farm on the left
Head down the footpath on the right hand side and straight up the other side on reaching the bottom
Continue to follow the path meandering slightly through the odd area of bracken and the like
From here take the path that leads inland and away from the cliffs alongside a fenced off piece of land
Continue ahead and down the path which will eventually bear left From here you will again have a clear view of the coast
Follow the rockyuneven path covered by overhanging trees On reaching the opening at the end of this path head up to the left
and through the wooden gate Continue along the path until reaching another gate leading into
an open field Head across the field and through the next two gates You should now be at the return point of the walk If you wish to
venture down to Pwlldu Bay simply follow the road down to the right observing the signposts for directions
To complete the walk bear left along the road through farm land Eventually you will reach Hunts Farm - you can either follow the
path along the road back to Southgate or retrace your earlier steps along the cliffs
For those looking for light refreshments there are two options Three Cliffs Coffee Shop (open 7 days a week) or Maddocksrsquo Tea Room (see tea room window for opening dayshours)
walkingthegowercouk
wwwgowernewscouk49
Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
wwwgowernewscouk50
Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
wwwgowernewscouk51
Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
wwwgowernewscouk52
Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk53
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
wwwgowernewscouk54
WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
wwwgowernewscouk55
Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
wwwgowernewscouk56
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk57
Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
Follow Gower News on Twitter wwwtwittercomgowernews
Like Gower News on Facebookwwwfacebookcomgowernews
View Gower on YouTube wwwyoutubecomgowernews
Walk Gower on RunKeeperwwwrunkeepercomusergowernews
GOWER NEWSwwwgowernewscouk
Issue 12 - 27042012 - Copyright 2012 - All Rights Reserved
Gower Newswwwgowernewscouk
Twitterwwwtwittercomgowernews
Facebookwwwfacebookcomgowernews
YouTubewwwyoutubecomgowernews
Flickr wwwflickrcomgowernews
RunKeeperwwwrunkeepercomusergowernews
walkingthegowercouk
wwwgowernewscouk49
Hunts BayPennard Cliffs
As we have already read in Frances Bevanrsquos lsquoShipwrecks and Smugglingrsquo article the Gower coast has seen its fair share of shipping disasters Notably in 1760 65 people are said to have drowned as a result of the Caesar on which they were travelling running aground on an area off Pwlldu Head The area marked by a rough circle of stones and marked lsquoGraves Endrsquo on the Ordnance Survey 164 map is the mass grave of those who perished on 5th November 1760
Gardening
wwwgowernewscouk50
Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
wwwgowernewscouk51
Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
wwwgowernewscouk52
Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk53
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
wwwgowernewscouk54
WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
wwwgowernewscouk55
Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
wwwgowernewscouk56
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk57
Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
Follow Gower News on Twitter wwwtwittercomgowernews
Like Gower News on Facebookwwwfacebookcomgowernews
View Gower on YouTube wwwyoutubecomgowernews
Walk Gower on RunKeeperwwwrunkeepercomusergowernews
GOWER NEWSwwwgowernewscouk
Issue 12 - 27042012 - Copyright 2012 - All Rights Reserved
Gower Newswwwgowernewscouk
Twitterwwwtwittercomgowernews
Facebookwwwfacebookcomgowernews
YouTubewwwyoutubecomgowernews
Flickr wwwflickrcomgowernews
RunKeeperwwwrunkeepercomusergowernews
Gardening
wwwgowernewscouk50
Touchwood Garden (Killay) opens May and June 2012
See the special collections of Aquilegias at 4 Clyne Valley Cottages Killay Swansea SA2 7DU
Entrance pound150 children free
For further information about opening times andor to make an appointment please contact Carrie Thomas
(01792) 522443carrietouchwoodplantscoukwwwtouchwoodplantscouk
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
wwwgowernewscouk51
Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
wwwgowernewscouk52
Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk53
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
wwwgowernewscouk54
WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
wwwgowernewscouk55
Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
wwwgowernewscouk56
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk57
Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
Follow Gower News on Twitter wwwtwittercomgowernews
Like Gower News on Facebookwwwfacebookcomgowernews
View Gower on YouTube wwwyoutubecomgowernews
Walk Gower on RunKeeperwwwrunkeepercomusergowernews
GOWER NEWSwwwgowernewscouk
Issue 12 - 27042012 - Copyright 2012 - All Rights Reserved
Gower Newswwwgowernewscouk
Twitterwwwtwittercomgowernews
Facebookwwwfacebookcomgowernews
YouTubewwwyoutubecomgowernews
Flickr wwwflickrcomgowernews
RunKeeperwwwrunkeepercomusergowernews
Carrie Thomas Touchwood Garden (Killay)
wwwgowernewscouk51
Aquilegia vulgaris is one of our beautiful native wild flowers also known as grannys bonnets columbines and blodaur sipsi Their easy nature and unusual nodding flowers endeared them to ancient cottagers who bought the wild plants home to grow them so they have been a popular cottage garden plant for many centuries Besides the single flowers in a wide range of colours there are also many different types of double forms that are most desirable again in a wide colour range including bicoloured ones
Touchwood opens each Saturday and Sunday from 19th May until 10th June 2012 - keep an eye on the garden open page of wwwtouchwoodplantscouk for updates However you donrsquot need to wait until a weekend to visit Touchwood its better if people spread out their visits throughout the week as parkingrsquos limited If Im in then the g a r d e n s o p e n j u s t r i n g 5 2 2 4 4 3 o r e m a i l m e on carriethomasntlworldcom to arrange a suitable time to visit
New for 2012 Blessings Day
Garden entry is free on 24th May 2012 from
1-4pm Yoursquore invited to come along to bless the garden plants flowers bees and other helpers both seen and unseen Receive blessings from
the garden in return This will be a chance to
be lsquopeacefully in the momentrsquo as you enjoy the special atmosphere amon
gst these rare plants
wwwgowernewscouk52
Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk53
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
wwwgowernewscouk54
WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
wwwgowernewscouk55
Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
wwwgowernewscouk56
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk57
Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
Follow Gower News on Twitter wwwtwittercomgowernews
Like Gower News on Facebookwwwfacebookcomgowernews
View Gower on YouTube wwwyoutubecomgowernews
Walk Gower on RunKeeperwwwrunkeepercomusergowernews
GOWER NEWSwwwgowernewscouk
Issue 12 - 27042012 - Copyright 2012 - All Rights Reserved
Gower Newswwwgowernewscouk
Twitterwwwtwittercomgowernews
Facebookwwwfacebookcomgowernews
YouTubewwwyoutubecomgowernews
Flickr wwwflickrcomgowernews
RunKeeperwwwrunkeepercomusergowernews
wwwgowernewscouk52
Population Climate Change and Natural Resourcesby Chris Ridgway
It has been quite an interesting month in terms of weather and Earth Science There has been a number of news-grabbing headlines including potentially the coldest May in a 100 years drought conditions across England and Environment Agency warnings about river and reservoir levels in Wales Ironically these followed not so long afterwards with other headlines claiming that April would be the wettest since 2000
However there is a topic that the various media outlets havenrsquot really considered or investigated before they put out their lsquodrought conditionrsquo and lsquohose pipe banrsquo headlines In short the affect that the population has on demand for natural resources - in this case Water - hasnrsquot really featured in weather-related news lately It also reveals how as a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the ever-changing natural world Why these subjects appear to be taboo with mainstream media and commentators I donrsquot know
You may have noticed certainly over the last 3-4 winters it has been relatively drier and cooler than the lsquotraditionalrsquo wet British autumnswinters In terms of weather patterns itrsquos nothing new Whether itrsquos drier colder winters warm hot summers or washout summers they have all happened before for thousands of years in the grand cycle of ever changing weather patterns and climate changes The factor that has changed in the equation over the millennia is that over the 20th Century the United Kingdom and the World in general has become more populated especially in dense urban metropolises
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk53
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
wwwgowernewscouk54
WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
wwwgowernewscouk55
Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
wwwgowernewscouk56
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk57
Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
Follow Gower News on Twitter wwwtwittercomgowernews
Like Gower News on Facebookwwwfacebookcomgowernews
View Gower on YouTube wwwyoutubecomgowernews
Walk Gower on RunKeeperwwwrunkeepercomusergowernews
GOWER NEWSwwwgowernewscouk
Issue 12 - 27042012 - Copyright 2012 - All Rights Reserved
Gower Newswwwgowernewscouk
Twitterwwwtwittercomgowernews
Facebookwwwfacebookcomgowernews
YouTubewwwyoutubecomgowernews
Flickr wwwflickrcomgowernews
RunKeeperwwwrunkeepercomusergowernews
wwwgowernewscouk53
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
As a society despite all our technological advances we are still susceptible to the vagaries of the
ever-changing natural world
ldquordquo
wwwgowernewscouk54
WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
wwwgowernewscouk55
Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
wwwgowernewscouk56
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk57
Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
Follow Gower News on Twitter wwwtwittercomgowernews
Like Gower News on Facebookwwwfacebookcomgowernews
View Gower on YouTube wwwyoutubecomgowernews
Walk Gower on RunKeeperwwwrunkeepercomusergowernews
GOWER NEWSwwwgowernewscouk
Issue 12 - 27042012 - Copyright 2012 - All Rights Reserved
Gower Newswwwgowernewscouk
Twitterwwwtwittercomgowernews
Facebookwwwfacebookcomgowernews
YouTubewwwyoutubecomgowernews
Flickr wwwflickrcomgowernews
RunKeeperwwwrunkeepercomusergowernews
wwwgowernewscouk54
WeatherPast natural climate changes and societyThe early 21st Century currently sees the UK with a relatively large population on a relatively small island This makes us highly susceptible to other vagaries and changes in weather and long-term climate changes It is not only the demand on fresh water that becomes an issue it is the pressures the are placed on other natural resources too
As many readers know I am an advocate of the solar theory governing changes in weather and climate The geological evidence suggest there is a correlation between the activity (cycles) of the Sun and changes to the Earthrsquos climate For example within the last 1000 years from William the Conqueror to the present we have experienced the Medieval Warm Period (circa 900-1315) and a Little Ice Age (1315-1850) Furthermore there were many fluctuations between warm and cold prior to this since the end of the last Ice Age
Some scientists are suggesting that solar activity will start to wane over the next 30-40 years This could potentially lead to significant cooling of the Earth The worst-case scenario is a repeat of a Maunder (1645-1710) Dalton (1790-1830) style minimum These were periods in history when there was exceptionally low solar activity leading to prolonged 40-50 year cooling of the Earth resulting in Dickensian style winters Icebergs off Scotland and the freezing of the river Thames in London
wwwgowernewscouk55
Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
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Weather
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Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
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Pressures on food and energyOf course such phenomena is the worst-case scenario However any significant cooling will still have profound affects on resources such as energy and food production which currently as a country we are ill prepared for Given our population and increasing population in years to come if the Earth starts to cool clearly the demand for energy increases as we have to keep warm As a result of the increased demand energy prices are likely to increase too For those vulnerable in society the affordability of energy costs becomes an issue Therefore pressures are added to the socio-economic resources like the NHS and Social Services etc
Equally important are the pressures placed on food production A cooler Earth could potentially see declines in food production due to shorter growing seasons especially for staple crops like Wheat The lower volume of product inevitably leads to price increases coupled of course with the extra cost of energy needed to produce it In essence the situation becomes a vicious circle
A familiar sounding pattern of weatherWe have been lucky until know we have basked in the 08degC warming over the last 150 years since the end of the Little Ice Age (1850) However nature never stands still it is a dynamic system constantly changing from periods of warm to cool and back again It is becoming apparent that the lsquoextremitiesrsquo in the weather across the globe of recent years is almost a prelude to a potential oncoming cooling period - and it is not unprecedented either Historical evidence tells us that around the years of transition from the Medieval Warm Period to the Little Ice Age - from around 1315-1330 - the weather patterns fluctuated widely from consecutive lsquowashout summersrsquo to lsquobitter cold wintersrsquo to lsquobaking warm summersrsquo Any of this sound familiar
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
wwwgowernewscouk56
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk57
Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
Follow Gower News on Twitter wwwtwittercomgowernews
Like Gower News on Facebookwwwfacebookcomgowernews
View Gower on YouTube wwwyoutubecomgowernews
Walk Gower on RunKeeperwwwrunkeepercomusergowernews
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wwwgowernewscouk56
Weather
wwwgowernewscouk57
Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
Follow Gower News on Twitter wwwtwittercomgowernews
Like Gower News on Facebookwwwfacebookcomgowernews
View Gower on YouTube wwwyoutubecomgowernews
Walk Gower on RunKeeperwwwrunkeepercomusergowernews
GOWER NEWSwwwgowernewscouk
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Twitterwwwtwittercomgowernews
Facebookwwwfacebookcomgowernews
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wwwgowernewscouk57
Adapting for changesThe poor people of Medieval Britain must not known what hit them wild swings in weather crop failures diseases the landscape physically changing before their eyes Clearly they didnrsquot understand at the time what had hit them They must have thought the world was falling apart - or some sort of divine retribution However they survived it and they adapted What a great trait of Homo sapiens
Perhaps a significant factor here was that the population was far smaller than it is today so the pressures on natural resources for food and warmth were clearly smaller too
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did It is also up to politicians and governments to recognise the impact these lsquopotential and not to distant problemsrsquo may cause It is their duty to work out how a large population can endure the rigours of natural climate changes and ensure the infrastructure (energy water food production etc) is in place for society to cope and continue to thrive and advance into the 21st century
Population Climate Changes and Natural Resources
The challenge for us today is how we as a society adapt to
any potential future changes like our medieval ancestors did rdquo
ldquo
Follow Gower News on Twitter wwwtwittercomgowernews
Like Gower News on Facebookwwwfacebookcomgowernews
View Gower on YouTube wwwyoutubecomgowernews
Walk Gower on RunKeeperwwwrunkeepercomusergowernews
GOWER NEWSwwwgowernewscouk
Issue 12 - 27042012 - Copyright 2012 - All Rights Reserved
Gower Newswwwgowernewscouk
Twitterwwwtwittercomgowernews
Facebookwwwfacebookcomgowernews
YouTubewwwyoutubecomgowernews
Flickr wwwflickrcomgowernews
RunKeeperwwwrunkeepercomusergowernews
Follow Gower News on Twitter wwwtwittercomgowernews
Like Gower News on Facebookwwwfacebookcomgowernews
View Gower on YouTube wwwyoutubecomgowernews
Walk Gower on RunKeeperwwwrunkeepercomusergowernews
GOWER NEWSwwwgowernewscouk
Issue 12 - 27042012 - Copyright 2012 - All Rights Reserved
Gower Newswwwgowernewscouk
Twitterwwwtwittercomgowernews
Facebookwwwfacebookcomgowernews
YouTubewwwyoutubecomgowernews
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RunKeeperwwwrunkeepercomusergowernews
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