Yes Mag - North Wales Magazine - May 2010 Edition

Keep it Local

THE INDEPENDENT DIRECTORY OF LOCAL BUSINESSES

DELIVERED FREE TO HOMES IN THE CONWY AREA

www.yesmag.co.uk

Recipe of the Month

What delicious dish does the Big Chef

have for us this month, see inside

Gardening Tips

Are you a keen gardener then check out our tips this month

TV`s Technology 3D TV Inside

and so much more!!!

2 To advertise Please call Dianne on 01492 541627 or 07545 166686

lLinney Cooper is proud to offer you the chance to view

Beautiful themed rooms set over 3 floors. Displaying Carpets, Rugs, Furniture and accessories.

Our helpful staff will assist you with making your house the

home of your dreams

North Wales’ First Individually Decorated Carpet and Rug Showroom

No 1 Mostyn Avenue, Craig-y-Don, Llandudno, LL30 1YS

Tel: 01492 877000 Fax: 01492 877065 Email: [email protected]

3 Please mention Yes Mag when responding to adverts

W e lco me to another issue of Yes Mag, I hope everyone is enjoying it and finding it useful, we have

a selection of great businesses that you can call upon when required.

This month I have featured a couple of these businesses, The Queens Head, Glanwydden, voted Welsh Pub of the year, well worth a visit and our local charity Hidden Hearing, please help in anyway you can.

Well the holiday season will be starting soon, probably already has for some of you, I am sure you are all looking forward to it.

We have featured some interesting tips this month, especially how to cope with stress, so don`t miss out start reading.

I would like to remind everyone that if you have any events happening during the coming months then please remember our Free Events Diary on page 59 is for everyone.

Don‘t forget to check out the virtual mag on our website every month www.yesmag.co.uk and our business and classified sections for all your busi-ness needs.

Finally if you would like to advertise in Yes Mag, then please contact me as our rates are very good. Best wishes Dianne Harris Editor

Editor’s LetterEditor’s Letter

Advertising Rates per month in colour: 1/4 page ~ £33.00 1/2 page ~ £58.00 Full page ~ £109.00 Block booking discounts are available Block booking advertisers will also appear on

our website (with a hyperlink to your own website) free of charge.

Recommendations: If you like fine wines North Wales Wines & Spirits is definitely the place to go. We bought a bottle of their Desiderius Pongracz Sparkling Wine, for a treat, it was absolutely to die for. In our opinion every bit as good as Don Perignon and decidedly cheaper, their Cava is also delicious and very reasonably priced. Also had a couple of great buys from Conwy Outdoor Shop, again at brilliant pric-es. With one thing and another we have been spoiling ourselves this month.

ADVERTISER FEATURES Front Cover: West Shore, Llandudno © Shoot my Face 6 Best Foot Forward 24 Local & Community History 42 Health & Beauty 44 Poets Corner 48 Technology 3D TV

REGULAR ARTICLES 12 Gardening 14 Can You Help 18 Recipe of the Month 52 Motoring 59 Events Diary 60 Useful Contact Numbers 62 Contents

PUZZLES 15 Sudoku 15 Calcudoku 30 Puzzle Page 36 Kids Page 61 Puzzle Answers

The Hypnotism cured him of smoking, now he‘s addicted to pocket watches.


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"When our feet hurt, we hurt all over". Socrates

F eet are an extraordinary part of the human body. Made up of twenty six bones in each, multitudes of

ligaments, muscles and nerves they are a feat of natural engineering and work very hard. It‟s said that the average person walks about 10,000 steps a day or the equivalent of five times around the earth in a lifetime. Since feet are in constant use and bearing our entire weight on a daily basis, they deserve to be treated with care, yet are often neglected. This neglect can lead to lots of problems, some of them painful. It‟s estimated that approximately 70% of the population will suffer foot pain at some point during their lives.

Chiropodists, also known as podiatrists, are highly trained foot specialists, and as such they are the best people to visit for prevention, diagnosis and treatment of many foot disorders. From verrucas and ingrown toenails to bunions and general pain, chiropodists treat a wide variety of conditions.

Foot troubles can usually be traced to three basic causes - inherited, illness and ill-fitting shoes. Foot structure leading to bunions, ingrown nails and heel pain can be inherited. Signs of illnesses such as diabetes, arthritis and circulatory diseases often show first in the feet. But the most common culprit is badly-fitting shoes,

specifically high heels, which is why more women than men develop foot problems. Poorly-fitted footwear can produce bunions and corns which are painful and unsightly. All pain is debilitating and foot pain more so as every single step you take will be agonising. There are numerous origins for foot pain and a chiropodist will be able to diagnose the cause and how to correct it. A simple remedy for some problems is the use of

orthotics. These are specially-made supportive insoles for shoes which help re-align your foot, therefore relieving the cause of the pain. These insoles are particularly effective in relieving foot fatigue and aches.

Feet contain around 250,000 sweat glands, excreting as much as half a pint of moisture every day. Some people‟s feet produce more. Even excessively sweaty feet can be remedied by a visit to a chiropodist. This is something not to be sniffed at.

Most chiropody treatment referrals come from your GP but if free NHS treatment isn‟t available you can still find a chiropodist privately. Make sure the practitioner is fully qualified and registered with the Health Professionals Council.

The key to healthy feet is prevention or early detection. If you suffer from foot problems, get them treated by a chiropodist before permanent damage occurs. Without treatment, foot pain can travel causing problems in the knees, lower back, and other joints and muscles. Good foot health is vital to enjoying a comfortable and pain free life. Be good to your feet and they'll be good to you.

Best Foot Forward


HELEN SWINDLEY Chiropodist / Podiatrist State / HPC registered

Personal Health & Fitness Coaching Aromatherapy Massage Virtual Gastric Banding Deep Tissue Massage Hypnotherapy Counselling Osteopathy Sports Therapist Reflexology Reiki Life Coaching

We look forward to welcoming you

The Ivy Clinic 141-143 Trinity Avenue Llandudno LL30 2UZ

Tel: 01492 875939 www.ivyclinic.co.uk


Conels Furniture Ltd, 10 Vaughan Street Llandudno LL30 1AB

SPECIALISTS IN KITCHEN & BEDROOM FURNITURE

Free No Obligation Planning Service Full Installation Service or Supply Only

OPEN MONDAY TO SATURDAY 9.30am 5.00pm

01492 874850 www.conels.co.uk

IAN HUGHES

ROOFING CONTRACTOR

SLATING & TILING

01492 870366

Fax: 01492 871734 Mobile 07885 534566

Fully Qualified Over

35 Years Experience

Minor Repairs to

Complete Re-Roofs

Established 1988


YEUNG SING CHINESE RESTAURANT

1 Llandudno Road, Penrhyn Bay, Llandudno, LL30 3EP

TAKE AWAY WELCOME ~ Menus Available at www.ysing.co.uk

TAKE AWAY MENU

(01492) 546966 Telephone Bookings Welcome

Open 7 days a week 5.00pm-10.30pm

Specialising in

Car Body Repair INSURANCE & PRIVATE WORK UNDERTAKEN

RE-SPRAY & FULL COLOUR MATCHING SERVICE MAJOR & MINOR ACCIDENT WORK

DENT REMOVAL, PLASTIC WELDING, SMART REPAIRS

FREE ESTIMATES AT COMPETITIVE RATES

Off Glan-y-Wern Road Mochdre LL28 5BW Tel: 01492 540167 Fax: 01492 543087 Email: [email protected]


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TOWN HOUSE

64 Mostyn Street, Llandudno Telephone 01492 862931

Cafe : Bar

Get 2 meals from our extensive menu and pay for just 1

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Order 2 meals & Get the Cheapest Free Offer Excludes Bank Holiday Weekends

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The Town House is a popular family run bar on the main street of Llandudno Offering excellent, locally sourced food at great value for money -

Meals from £3.75 Serving lunch time meals and Sunday Roasts.

A wide selection of good wines, beers and real ales

TOWN HOUSE

TOWN HOUSE


T ulips are the national flower of Iran and Turkey. First cultivated by the Turks in 1000AD, tulips were introduced to Europe in the middle of the 16th century. In Holland they

became the subject of a phenomenon called „Tulipomania‟. Due to their rarity, only a few very rich people could afford them, which meant the plants became status symbols.

When the Tulipomania bubble burst, the Dutch creat-ed the successful bulb-growing business they have now. There are now over 3,000 varieties of cultivated tulips in almost every colour and size imaginable.

The natural habitat of tulips is in mountainous regions so they need a period of cold while they are dormant.

Plant bulbs in November or December, before the first frost. Tulips bloom in almost any well drained soil, but mix in plenty of organic matter and fertiliser to encour-age vivacious growth. After flowering, deadhead and leave the plant to die down naturally, so energy is sent to the bulb to store for use next spring.

Some people are allergic to tulip bulbs, so wear

Tulips

gloves while handling them. However, during World War II, people in Holland were forced to eat tulips. Apparently this was an unpleasant experience with the taste described as “wet sawdust”. It was also a risky undertak-ing as some parts of the bulb are poisonous.

A striking spring bulb, with an interesting history, tulips are in flower this month

GARDENING

How to be green-fingered the easy way

I f the thought of ‗growing your own‘ appeals but you have no idea where to start, here are a few tips to get you off the ground (literally!)

1) Start small – Don‘t make grand plans for your whole garden, take it a bit at a time. Invest in a few window boxes or trays and start with some mixed salad leaves or herbs – it‘s a great way to see fast results and gain confidence. 2) Location, location, location – If you‘re opting for a veg patch, think about its positioning. For the best results, you‘ll need sunlight and protection from the wind. Make sure it‘s accessible too – you don‘t want to be treading all over your plants while you‘re weeding! 3) Which soil type? - Buy a soil testing kit. It‘s a worthy investment and easy to do. Once you know what you‘re working with, add some rotted-down manure and compost to increase the soil‘s quality. Rake out any stones and pull up all weeds. 4) Build a raised bed – The garden-in-a-frame idea makes a vege-table patch much easier to maintain. Not only do they make plant-ing in straight lines easier, they also warm up quicker than the ground meaning a bumper harvest for you! 5) Easy to grow crops – Tomatoes, salad leaves, beans, strawber-ries – they‘re all low maintenance and give quick results. Sow your seeds in neat drills – it‘ll help you make the most of the room available.

6) Label plants - Keep a record of what you‘ve planted, where and when. Things like tomatoes may need feeding and beans will require poles and string to climb. Keep an eye on weeds and water regularly if it doesn‘t rain. 7) Keep seeds from your plants for next year - Make notes about what you‘d like to try next season and write down any tips you‘ve picked up. Why not think about buying a greenhouse, or perhaps pop a fruit tree in the garden for a delicious stock of fruit? Don‘t stop at peas and carrots – have a go at some more exotic crops such as blueberries, figs and peppers!



Can You Help - Hidden Hearing Train a Hearing Dog

HELP US TO TRAIN A

HEARING DOG

H idden Hearing is proud to announce a national campaign to raise funds to help train another new hearing dog with the

dedicated charity Hearing Dogs for Deaf People. A fully trained dog plays a vital role in alerting its owner to spe-cial sounds such as alarms and bells, whether at home, at work or in public buildings.

Throughout April and May, Hidden Hearing will be donat-ing £5 on behalf of each customer who takes a free hear-ing assessment at one of its 77 hearing centres nation-wide,. All the donations will be made by Hidden Hearing, one of the UK‘s leading specialists in hearing health care, without cost to customers.

The charity relies totally on the generosity of people, companies and organisations to fund its work. There are approximately 650,000 severely or profoundly deaf people in the UK who could benefit from a hearing dog. Since the charity was founded in 1982 it has trained around 1,500 hearing dogs and placed them with deaf recipients around the country.

―£7,500 helps us to train just one dog‖, explained Anna Banyard of the charity. ―Training takes around 18 months from puppy to fully trained hearing dog, and it‘s an inten-

sive programme that demands a lot of specialist expertise. We‘re really thrilled that Hidden Hearing has become one of our regular partners to help fund the training pro-gramme. Without support like this, our dogs just wouldn‘t be able to make the difference that they do for people.‖

―We‘re delighted to be supporting Hearing Dogs for Deaf People once again this year‖, said Graham Lane, Manag-ing Director of Hidden Hearing. ―We have become one of their regular fund raising partners and have seen at first hand the great difference that a well-trained hearing dog can make for its owner. All too often we take for granted those everyday sounds that let us know we need to take action – from something as simple as the door bell to something as life-saving as a smoke alarm. These dogs make a massive difference to give their owners greater independence, confidence and security.‖

Hidden Hearing is a UK leader in hearing healthcare, and has been in business for 40 years with 77 state-of-the-art hearing centres throughout England, Scotland and Wales.

For More Information Tel: 01492 868100 Or visit Hidden Hearing website www.hiddenhearing.co.uk The local Hidden Hearing centre is at: 11 Lloyd Street Llandudno LL30 2UU


‘The only place you can be is here; make the most of it, don’t waste the opportunity to make the best of it.’


The AlbertThe Albert

Here at the Albert, we have a wide range of real ales on rotation. We pride ourselves on our real ales, and they are a perfect accompaniment to our hearty meals. Favourites like Black Sheep Ale, Jennings Cumberland and Snecklifter, and Adnams Broadside all keep coming back. At any one time, we have a selection of 4 different beers on pump, which can be sure to satisfy even the most discerning of drinkers.

Phone: 01492 877188 ~ email: [email protected]

56 Madoc Street, Llandudno, Conwy LL30 2TW

*No contract required, pay as and when you need it...

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Glanwydden 01492 533151 Llandudno Junction 01492 573433 Colwyn Bay 01492 533151

PAY AS YOU GO CHILDCARE


BUILDING BLOCK PAVING DECKING PLUMBING & HEATING

PAINTING DECORATING ELECTRICS

FREE NO OBLIGATION QUOTES NO JOB TOO SMALL

Freephone 0800 955 1323

www.handy-andys.com [email protected]

www.rayseager.co.uk Tel: 01492 860071

We cater for a wide range of needs and supply the complete range of scaffolding services to customers throughout North and Mid Wales and the North West area.


Recipe of the Month: by Peter Osborne - The Big Chef

Queen of Puddings This is one of the classic dishes, it‘s so easy to do and will amaze your friends, both looks and taste. Serves 6 Takes 50 minutes 500 ml milk 55 g butter 115 g cake crumbs Grated rind of 1 orange Grated rind of 1 lemon 55 g sugar 4 egg yolks, beaten 2 egg whites, beaten until stiff 55 g strawberry jam 115 g strawberries, sliced Icing sugar for dusting MERINGUE: 2 egg whites 60 g sugar Preheat oven to 325F (165C).

Put milk and butter into a flameproof casserole dish and

heat gently until butter melts. Stir in cake crumbs and lemon and orange rinds.

Whisk in sugar and egg yolks. Fold in egg whites. Put

dish in a deep roasting pan and pour in enough boiling water to come halfway up side of dish. Bake 45 to 50 minutes or until set.

Mix together jelly and strawberries and spread over top

of pudding. Remove pudding from water.

Next to make the meringue, use a clean, dry whisk to

beat the egg whites to the stiff-peak stage, then whisk in the caster sugar and then divide this meringue mixture between each pudding, piling it up into high peaks.

Finally, sprinkle a teaspoon of caster sugar over the tops

of the puddings and bake for a further 10-15 minutes on the centre shelf again until the tops are golden brown.

Tip of the month I hate garlic presses. They are great in what they do but then you have to wash them!! A new toothbrush is ideal for cleaning it out properly, but break the handle in two so that nobody takes it to the bathroom by mistake!!!!

Happy Cooking!!! Peter

www.thebigchef.com


The Cross Keys Penrhynside

Opening Hours

SUNDAY 12pm - midnight

MONDAY 5pm - midnight

TUESDAY 12pm - 3pm 5pm - midnight

WEDNESDAY 12pm - 3pm 5pm - midnight

THURSDAY 12pm - 3pm 5pm - midnight

FRIDAY 12pm - midnight

SATURDAY 12pm - midnight

07985 180776

North Wales

Wines & Spirits

Wholesalers to the licensed trade supplying: Keg Beers Bottled Beers Spirits & PPS Soft Drinks Over 400 different Wines Family owned, established in 1997 and now

based in two warehouses in Conwy. Do you want to deal with a successful local company where all our customers are important to us? We offer SAME DAY DELIVERY Monday to Saturday for all your drinks needs in one friendly efficient delivery.

Orders in by midday please!

Number 1 for SERVICE!

TEL 0845 094 0001


goodwineonline.co.uk

Online specialist wine merchant based on the industrial park in Conwy. We specialise in the very best boutique wines from small family producers, made naturally with minimal sulphites and additives. You can try some of our top wines at Carlo’s Restaurant in Craig-y-Don. “We will not sell any wine we’re not prepared to drink ourselves!”

Superb selection of hand-crafted award winning wines from all regions

Low in sulphites

UK wide delivery

The best prices in the UK

FREE local delivery on orders over £50

Specialists in Italy, South Africa and Argentina

www.goodwineonline.co.uk Tel: 01492 580105


Queen Victoria

Newly Refurbished Restaurant & Bar

Fantastic Selection of Cask Ales Sunday Lunch £7.95 A choice of local meats - lamb, beef, turkey Food Served: Monday - Saturday 12 - 9pm Sunday 12 - 8pm Relax with our resident pianist Friday & Sunday Night Eat in Alberts restaurant or in the bar

Good quality hearty meals and large range of desserts 4 Church Walks Llandudno LL30 2HD

01492 860952

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Please call in, e-mail or phone 01492 878684 for more information

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ESCAPE Adventure Sports - Lifestyle

Animal

Quiksilver

Roxy

Billabong

WeirdFish

Balin

O’Neill

O’Shea

Oakley

Zoggs

Buffs

Hedy

Barts

Vans

DC’s

Globe

Merrell

HiTec

Duffs

Big Pig

On Fire

Asics

Ignite

D2B

Regatta

Speedo

Adidas

Nike

Reebok

New Balance

Saucony

Ron Hill

Hilly

Urban Beach

Osprey Wetsuits

Dirty Dog

White Rock

Just a few of the Brands we stock !!!

Dare to be Different

100 Mostyn St, Llandudno, LL30 2SW - 01492 877149 Email: [email protected] www.escapesurf.co.uk

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Welsh Pub of the Year - The Queens Head

Voted Welsh Pub of the year for 2009/2010 The Queens Head is not one to be missed. It is beautifully located in the idyllic country village of Glanwydden, just a short drive from Llandudno.

T he Queens Head is renowned for its fine cuisine with chefs who are passionate about good food and local produce. The extensive menu is comprised of appetizers, hearty mains, seafood, pastas and vegetarian dishes, grills and steaks, light bites and Sunday

roasts. Popular dishes include asparagus risotto, monkfish and king prawn curry, homemade steak and ale pie, char grilled welsh rump or warm brie and crispy pancetta ciabatta. Its best to book at all times to avoid disappointment.

The bar, complete with roaring log fire houses 3 real ales, a vast wine list and a good selection of spirits and soft drinks, is open from 11:30am-3pm and 6-10:30pm weekdays and from 11:30am-10:30pm on weekends, the ideal place to unwind.

With no end to its facilities the Queens Head also has a 30 seater function room. Storehouse cottage provides a romantic and cosy accommodation just across the road.

Whether you‘re in the area shopping, walking, cycling or exploring the coast, The Queens Head extends a warm welcome to all, living up to its reputation as the finest pub in the area.


L ocal and Community History Month lasts throughout May with the aim of increasing awareness of local history,

promoting history in general to the local community and encouraging all members of the community to participate.

Activities take place across the UK and include trips, library exhibitions and local lectures. It‟s a great way for groups to highlight local history and for local people to get involved.

History is all around you. It‟s fascinating to discover the past that is right on your doorstep. Some of it may not be immediately obvious as so many changes have taken place over the years, but with a little research you can discover a whole different aspect to your hometown.

Some towns capitalise on their history, especially if well known events happened there, such as Hastings, Avebury or York. Others have equally interesting pasts, but are not necessarily as famous, for instance, Evesham - the site of a battle in 1265.

Perhaps you live in a place with an unusual name. Place names are often an indication of the original settlement. There are several towns with the name Whitchurch in Britain and this simply means White Church. Other names are more obscure and captivating, for example Mudford Sock in Somerset and Wig Wig in Shropshire.

On a more local or domestic level, you may live in a house with a history or notice intriguing buildings in your area. Perhaps there is a nearby mansion or estate that

piques your interest about the family who built and lived there.

Go for a walk and see what you can find. Open your eyes and look past the new shops and buildings to what may have been there before. Often the only historical building left is a church, but if you look harder, you may discover all sorts of interesting architecture which will lead you to research further.

In order to find out more about the history of your area the best place to start is by visiting your local library. Most libraries have a local studies section and include more than books on the subject. Libraries, especially the large or central ones, have other documentary material too, in the form of old newspapers and maps. You should also be able to find out if your district has a local history society, which is a great way to discover more information and share your curiosity with like-minded people. Also consider visiting your local museum for interesting artefacts and photographs showing how your town or village has changed over time.

Use this month to further your knowledge and interest in your locale. There are plenty of opportunities to pursue a new hobby and discover a new world on your doorstep.

For more information visit

www.history.org.uk

Local History Month


MARINE Plumbing and Heating

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APT SECURITY

A Professional Team Providing a professional service, which

covers a whole range of security services

01492 533650

Event Security Static Security/Door Supervision

Mobile Security Key Holding

Close Protection Sites, Pubs, Clubs

Caravan Parks, Parks, Shops Domestic & Non Domestic Properties

Colleges, Schools Local Authority

Manned visits a lot cheaper than you think

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Mon to Fri 9.am - 6.pm Sat 9.am - 4.pm Now Open Sundays

www.mecars.co.uk

• Part exchange welcome • Quality used cars • Warranty

Opening Times:

We feel that we are equipped to offer you the best possible service when you buy a car from us.

01492 545353 07990 755601

We sell top of the range 6 MPH & 8 MPH

scooters, 4MPH pavement scooters and

transportable / carboot scooters. All

scooters come with a full one year premier

care plus insurance.

We also offer a five star aftersales,

back up and warranty service

Mobility Scooters

Wheelchairs

3 Wheel Walkers

Rollators

Open: Tues-Sat 10am - 6pm

The Gamez Wii

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Playstation 3

Sega Master System Playstation 1 & 2

Nintendo Came Cube Nintendo DS

And many classic Games We buy and sell, second hand DVDs, Games, Consoles. Part Exchange Welcome

01492 533650

135B Abergele Road , Colwyn Bay

Open: Mon-Sat 11-5.30 pm

The Edinburgh Woollen Mill of Llandudno would like to offer you

£5 OFF ALL GOLF CLOTHING WHEN YOU SPEND £30 OR MORE

with production of this voucher (offer excludes all other items and offers in store)

Only redeemable at The Edinburgh Woollen

Mill, 65 Mostyn St, Llandudno LL30 2NN Tel: 01492 877018


Collection and delivery service

Fully insured

Full nose to tail

Or just a nail trim

Professional Pet Grooming,

Microchipping & Other Pet Services

Tel: 01492 540478 Mob: 07930 483734

[email protected]

Suppliers of uPVC Building Products to the Trade & DIY Unit 2 Parc Elwy, Mochdre Business Park, LL28 5HF Tel: 01492 546286 Fax: 01492 546883

Fascias, Soffits, Trims & Cills ▫ External Cladding & Dry Verge ▫ Rainwater Systems ▫Soil & Drainage Systems ▫ Speedfit Plumbing & Underfloor Heating ▫ uPV Fencing & Gates ▫ Shutters & Door Surrounds ▫ Silicons, Sealants & Adhesives ▫ Decorative Cladding & Flooring ▫Acrylic uPVC & Polypropylene Sheets ▫ Multi-Wall & Solid Polycarbonate ▫Carports ▫

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Mon-Wed 8.30am-6pm Thurs - Closed

Fri 8.30am - 7pm Sat 8.00am - 5.30pm

20 Queens Road Craig-y-Don Llandudno LL30 1AZ

Tel: 01492 868660

PLANT HIRE SERVICES We offer an extensive range of plant and equipment and are proud to be members of the CPA (Construction Plant Associa-tion).

HIRE SERVICES We do short and long term contract hire and daily hire.

DRIVEWAYS Concrete and Tarmac.

www.newellplanthire.co.uk

Civil Engineering * Demolition * Groundwork Contractor

45 Colwyn Crescent Rhos-on-Sea LL28 4RF

01492 533612 07765683664

The Plaice to go for the Finest Fish & Seafood

All at sea and wondering where to go for the finest quality fish and seafood: Mermaid Seafoods has, for nearly a quarter of a century enjoyed an unassailable reputation for supplying the finest quality fish and seafood to wholesale and retail customers. Fresh or frozen, Mermaid receives deliveries daily in order to cater for the ever in-creasing demand for their fish, seafood & game products.

Discerning restaurateurs and hoteliers whose own reputation de-pends on the standard of the food they provide are drawn to the consistently high quality and range of choice on offer here.

Builder Street, Llandudno LL30 1DR 01492 878014

www.mermaidseafoods.co.uk

[email protected]

Embroidered Workwear Safety Footwear

Personal Protection Equipment

and for Kids at School Embroidered Schoolwear Rainbow, Brownie, Guide,

Beaver, Cub & Scout Uniforms

2 Trinity Square, Llandudno

01492 873100

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FINANCIAL CONSULTANT

2 Trinity Square Llandudno LL30 2PY

Tel: 01492 878838 Email: [email protected]

Remortgages

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Commercial Finance

PPI Mis-Selling

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Tel: 01492 584279 Fax: 01492 582105

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Celebrating Camra Food Pub of the Year 2009

West Promenade,

Colwyn Bay www.thetoad-pub.co.uk

Daily Post Chef of the Year Food times Monday - Thursday 12pm - 2pm & 5pm - 9pm

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Wheelsmart

Repair of kerb damaged wheels

Repair of corroded and scuffed alloys

Colour change and highlighting

Repair leaking/porous Alloys

Unit 2c, Mochdre Commerce Park Conwy Road, Colwyn Bay, LL28 5HX

01492 543732

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GLASS & GLAZING

Stockists of All Hardware All Remedial Works Undertaken

Failed Units, Faulty Window/Door Locks Faulty Handles, Faulty Hinges

Est.1991 - Family Run Company

Builder Street West Llandudno LL30 1HW

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May Bank Holiday Weekend 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 29th, 30th, 31st

Bottle of Bud &

Burger £5

Come and enjoy the sun this bank holiday weekend on the west shore

Children welcome, Also other menus available from 11am till 9pm

Telephone: 01492 876513 Email: [email protected]

Address: The Lilly, West Parade, West Shore, Llandudno, LL30 2BD

Barbecue at The Lilly West Shore‟s only AA Award Winning Bar and Restaurant


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Open 7 days 9.00 - 5.30 Sundays 10.00 - 4.30

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Accounts, tax returns, inland revenue queries - leave it all to us. For a free no obligation initial meeting, call Peter Sewell at your local TaxAssist office on : 01492 868628

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TO START Spiced carrot soup with chermoula £4.95 Butternut squash risotto toasted walnuts £7.95 Llandudno smokery cured salmon, horseradish cream £9.95 Rock oysters simply served over ice with fresh lemon 6... £12.00 12....£24.00 Butter poached corn fed chicken Caesar £8.50 Buffalo mozzarella with caponata bruscheta £8.95 Salad of tongue with gremolata & pecorino £6.95

FROM THE GRILL Steaks simply grilled to your preference with vine ripened plum tomatoes, field mushrooms & chips

Rump steak 8oz...£15.95 10oz...£19.95 Rump steak is the toughest steak we serve but one of the most flavoursome of cuts As the muscle works hard on the beast. ―We recommend this steak is cooked medium rare or medium‖

Sirloin steak 8oz...£17.95 12oz...£24.95 Sirloin Steak is not as tender as the fillet but it has more flavour ―We recommend you have this steak cooked medium rare or medium‖

Rib eye 10oz...£24.50 12oz...£28.25 Rib eye steak you can have the best of both; it‘s tender and full of flavour ―It‘s best from rare through to medium‖

Fillet 8oz...£29.95 Fillet steak is the most tender, but not as full in flavour ―We recommend you have this steak cooked rare or medium‖

Chateaubriand for 2 £65.00

*Weights are approximate pre cooked meat

FISH Pasta, rocket, cherry tomato & asparagus dressed with fresh pesto £10.25 (V) Great Orme lobster, chips, homemade ketchup £32.50 Organic farmed Shetland salmon, chorizo, wilted gem lettuce & aioli £15.95 Linguine with chilli coriander and crab £12.25 Fillet of seabream with artichoke, scallop & pesto £15.95 Posh fish & chips: trio of salmon, seabream and local plaice cooked in a light batter with chips & garden pea puree £16.95

MEAT Slow cooked belly pork with choucroute, baby leeks, caramelised onions, salsify, apple & pork jus £13.95 Corn fed chicken leg ‗coq au vin‘ with celeriac mash £14.95 Penne Welsh black beef burger on a flowered bun with baby gem, beetroot, smoked Caerphilly, Anglesey smoked streaky bacon, & hand cut chips £14.95 CHILDREN’S MENU 1 course £4.95 2 Course £7.95 3 Course £10.95

STARTERS Tomato or chicken soup / Fresh melon / Garlic bread MAIN Mini fish & chips with garden pea puree / Sausages, creamy potato mash and gravy / Homemade cheese & tomato pizza and chip. DESSERT Ice cream / Fresh fruit salad / Homemade almond & vanilla cheesecake

SIDES All sides are £2.95 Hand cut chips Creamed potatoes Potato gratin Sautéed new potatoes with shallots Buttered carrots French beans Portobello mushrooms Onion rings Mixed leaves Tomato, basil, onion & vinaigrette Bread & butter £1.25

SAUCES

All sauces are £2.00 Peppercorn Béarnaise Red wine bordelaise Barbeque Please ask your waiter for mustards

Deganwy Quay Deganwy

Conwy North Wales

01492 564100 www.quayhotel.co.uk

Available 12 noon - 3.00pm 6.30pm - 10.00pm


W ith so many of us facing financial insecurity and fears over our job prospects, it‘s hardly surprising that greater numbers than ever are suffering from stress. Even teenagers find themselves stressed these days with the

pressure to do well in exams. We cannot do much to change the economic climate or the need to succeed but there are steps we can take to ease the emotional fallout. First of all, what does stress look like? If you find any of the following are ongoing problems in your or your teenager‘s life, then you or they might be suffering from stress: Irritability and seeming ‗down‘ Nail biting or hair tugging/chewing Oversensitivity to criticism Sleep patterns disrupted Upset stomach or change in eating patterns Increase in alcohol use or smoking Difficulty in concentrating Recognising the symptoms and accepting that you are in a stressed state is half the battle. The next step is learning to cope with the condition. It‘s quite possible that you cannot do anything about the underlying causes, especially if it is finance and/or work related, but you can learn to ease the symptoms. Make simple changes to your life. Don‘t try to do everything on this list all in one go, you‘ll only add to your stress levels. Pick one thing you feel you can incorporate easily and do that. You‘ll feel the benefits almost immediately. Accept help from others – you don‘t have to do everything yourself. Most of us try to do too much, feeling we have to constantly prove our worth.

Stop trying to multitask and concentrate on each job in isolation until completed. By juggling too many tasks at once we can easily feel that we aren‘t accomplishing anything. Pick the most important item that has to be finished and deal with that first. Making lists and ticking items off as you do them can add to a sense of achievement. It‘s all too easy to get to the end of a day and only see the things that still have to be done, rather than congratulating yourself on what you have achieved. Take regular breaks at work. Even if all you do is walk around the office, or go downstairs and come back up again, moving away from your desk gives your mind chance to relax. Find someone safe to talk to. We all need to put our fears into words occasionally. For teenagers it can really help by sharing their feel-ings on Facebook or other social sites. Let your anger out by hitting a cushion or by going somewhere alone and screaming. Get lots of fresh air – this will aid relaxation. Have ten minute ‗you‘ sessions. Set aside definite times when only you matter. This could be in the bath, or going for a walk alone, or anywhere where you can switch off the outside world and let your mind wander freely. Walk away from critical people. Don‘t allow others to destroy your self-confidence. When under stress, it is all too easy to believe negative comments, even when they clearly bear little relation to reality. If life‘s really getting you down and you‘ve started to feel like you just can‘t cope, don‘t be afraid to see your doctor. They expect to deal with wellbeing issues as well as physical problems.

Health & Beauty


Come and Enjoy the Spectacular Views

of Conwy Quay in a Warm & Friendly Atmosphere

NIKKI CHARLS

TEL: 01492 877793 22 Augusta Street, Llandudno, LL30 2AD

www.nikkicharls.co.uk

The ONLY team in North Wales to qualify for the prestigious L’Oreal Colour Trophy

HAIRDRESSING

Skinaesthetics Age Reversal Skin Treatment

Helping People Look & Feel their very Best

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Male & Female Treatments Available

Patricia Goodwin RGN 07717 494805

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LIVERPOOL ARMS

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ODE to a Cabbage

I ‘ll bet you‘ve never seen a cabbage like the one that I have seen

It is very very large and very very green It‘s growing in a garden up on Penrhynside This veg is nearly 2 feet high and almost 4 feet wide You‘ve seen a fresh spring cabbage or a very nice Savoy. But you‘ve never ever seen the like of the one grown by our Joy You can find caterpillars on cabbages, also slugs and flies But the one Joy‘s grown is perfect and should really win a prize You can do a lot with cabbage, you can fry it steam it too You can put it raw on coleslaw or boil it in a stew Joy‘s grown many other veg of every shape and size Some of them are so grotesque; you‘d not believe your eyes Just picture now this cabbage sitting in the ground With the other puny specimen growing all around This cabbage is so very large; it won‘t get through the door They‘ll have to take a knife to it and cut it into four For growing super cabbage, our Joy has passed the test So move over Alan Titchmarsh, you‘ve been beaten by the BEST

© D Taylor

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Sugarcraft Supply and Celebration Cakes for

All Occasions

We can create any cake with a ‘Wow’ factor for personal, corporate or celebrity

occasions using your ideas, thoughts and designs. Consultations are held by

appointment, either in the comfort of your own home or on our

premises, where customers can view our extensive portfolio of

spectacular cakes. Each cake is designed to reflect your personality and decorated to suit your

specific requirements.

18 Queens Road, Craig-Y-Don, Llandudno LL30 1AZ Tel: 01492 860019 Mob:07884 342776

www.pf-cakes.co.uk E:[email protected]

We have everything you need to decorate your own cake, or why not let us make it for you


Event Photography

Private Sittings from £45

Studio Shots

Portraiture

Portfolio Work

Weddings

Frames

www.shootmyface co.uk 07709 576 548


Ffordd Maelgwyn Llandudno Junction Conwy LL31 9PL

Tel: 01492 580000 Fax: 01492 580550

CONWY LAND ROVER

[email protected] www.conwy.landrover.co.uk


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Penny Farthing

Of Conwy

The original

Old fashioned sweet shop

A unique authentic experience

FINEST QUALITY BRITISH MADE TRADITIONAL SWEETS

OLD & NEW FAVOURITES ALL SOLD LOOSE

Our Extensive range includes:-

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Silver Jewellery

Crystal Bling

Handbags Evening Bags

Watches

Silver &

Murrano Glass Beads to fit:

Pandora, Troll, Camilla and

Others &

So Much More

We are Well Worth a Visit

REM CRAFTS

1 Zion Passage (Behind Boots chemist)

Llandudno LL30 2TB

01492 873404

www.remcrafts.co.uk

For all your

Craft & Hobby

Supplies and

Craft Workshops


Alliance Taxis

of Llandudno

4 to 8 Seaters Available 24 Hr Service

Reliability ALWAYS

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Penrhynside

Heating Services

Heating - Plumbing - Gasfitting LPG, Gas, Oil Installations - OFTEC Oil Technician.

Company No. C8873

DOMESTIC INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL HEATING ENGINEERS

Elland House, Penrhyn Madoc Penrhyn Bay, Llandudno, LL30 3HZ

T: 01492 545054 M: 07831 169638

Email: [email protected]

Oil Registered

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878787

BRON HEULOG, CONWY RD, LLANDUDNO JCT, CONWY, LL31 9DX TEL: 01492 583423 FAX: 01492 585218

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TEL: 01824 702475 FAX: 01824 705811

EMAIL: [email protected]

MAY SPECIAL OFFERMAY SPECIAL OFFER

RICHARD WILLIAMS (DEGANWY)

STAFFORDSHIRE PINK GRAVEL

£39.95 + VAT (BULK BAG)

STONEMARKET GREY MULTI MARKET STONE £220 + VAT PER PACK (11.72M2)

MULTI PURPOSE COMPOST 3No 70ltr BAGS FOR £8.51 + VAT


The Independent Shoe Retailer

For Quality And Service

Baker & Clark 13 - 15 Lloyd Street

Llandudno Conwy LL30 2UU

01492 877942

Simon Baker 77 Mostyn Street

Llandudno Conwy LL30 2NN Tel: 01492 875650

All ranges available online at

www.shoesbymail.co.uk Freephone: 0800 783 0439

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Motoring - Porsche Cayman S by James Baggott, editor of Car Dealer Magazine

Porsche Cayman S

R uthless, efficient and menacing,

there‟s nothing quite like an ice white Porsche Cayman to focus the mind. This test takes place on a track near York and the mid-sized Por-sche is seriously entertaining.

There‟s no drama, no rubber burning, back-end wagging show-boating with this tool, that‟s for sure. One would imagine the word fun doesn‟t even have a German translation. The Cayman – a car which sits just below the 911 and above the Boxster in the firm‟s range – is about point-to-point; getting you from A-to-B as fast as possible.

After a few laps it‟s abundantly clear this is a very competent track machine. It puts several car lengths on the Nissan 370Z we were testing it against and that‟s before we‟d even covered half a lap. And boy does it grip, scything through bends with scalpel-edged precision. If you miss an apex there‟s no one to blame here but the man behind the wheel.

The Cayman is packed with performance goodies too – ones that make fast a science, not an art form. First up is launch control: click the right buttons, hold your foot on the brake, nail the throttle and wait for it to level at 5,000rpm, then simply take your foot off the pedal. It‟s unbelievably effective, matching power with grip to thrust you forwards with the efficiency of a super computer.

Of course this only works alongside the marque‟s seven-speed PDK gearbox. Don‟t ask what PDK stands for, it‟s unpronounceable by humans, just be satisfied that all you need to know is it works, much like everything else in the Porsche, fantastically well. It‟s a dual clutch set-up, not dissimilar to VW‟s DSG unit, which prepares the next cog you want to use in anticipation of the next shift.

Yes, that sounds hugely complicated, and I have no doubt it probably is, but it‟s safe to say it makes gear changes very swift matters indeed. That‟s not to say it isn‟t without its faults. Most noticeable are the button toggles for up and down on the steering wheel which work the opposite way to that which you‟d expect. They‟re also far more awkward to get the hang of compared to paddles favoured by other manufactur-

ers.

In most cases it‟s far easier to use the gear lever that can be pushed up and down for shifts instead of the buttons. But despite this small handicap, the Cayman still manages to edge it out on track. The Cayman S produces 320bhp from its 3.4-litre unit, but it‟s the way it manages to translate those numbers into forward inertia so effective- ly that seriously impresses.

Problem is, you always get the feeling you‟re only half of the picture. The Cay- man‟s so honed and

sorted it takes away a large part of the enjoyment. After a day‟s fun and frolics on track I‟m left

feeling a little cold – and for a car from a maker like Porsche

that‟s not a good situation to be in, especially if you‟ve just shelled out £44,000

for one.

Don‟t get me wrong, the Cayman S is a devastating machine that covers ground extremely quickly, in pretty much anyone‟s hands. It sounds superb, steers like few cars you‟ll ever experience and is packed with technolo-gy. It‟ll also catapult you around a track, or damp B-road, faster than you‟d ever think possible.

But, the thing is, you won‟t realise it – and in my eyes what‟s the point of going really

quickly if you don‟t feel like you‟re going really quickly? It‟s not as though you‟re trying to qualify for a grand prix is it, where lap times are all. This is about life; enjoying every one of those pounds you spent on your car, every time you get behind the wheel. And in the German offering, I just don‟t know whether I would.


Indian Restaurant & Takeaway

Our cuisine is East Indian & Bangladeshi - a mouth-watering array of carefully spiced meat, fish, and vegetables. Contemporary East Indian & frontier cuisine with emphasis on fresh ingredients, local produce and the right blend of spices following standardized authentic modern recipes.

We specialise in meat dishes, in particular: Murgh Lasooni (Garlic Tikka), Murgh Malai Kebab, Murgh Tikka Lababdar, Murgh Saagwala, Murgh Hayali, Pasanda, Tikka, Masala, Jhalfrezi and Balti dishes. Fish features extensively on the menu. Feast on a King Prawn or Shellfish curry - Sample our Salmon Paturi, Prawn Ma-lai Curry or the Bangladeshi Ayrfish

Opening Hours 12.00 noon - 2.30pm & 5.30pm - 11.30pm

Friday 5.30pm - 11.30pm

Sunday 12.00 noon - 11.30pm

1 North Parade

Llandudno

01492 875928/878445

Sunday Buffet

£7.95

Between 12 - 8pm



Tel: 01492 582200

Image by Fresh Photography

01492 534433

01492 874717

51 Madoc Street, LLandudno LL30 2TW


Superb food, a choice of quality ales, lagers and a welcome glass of wine. Our cosy restaurant

serves delicious home-style cooking, a traditional Sunday roast and scrumptious desserts.

Penrhyn Old Hall Penrhyn Old Road, Penrhyn Bay, Llandudno, LL30 3EE 01492 549 888


Cartime 115 Conway Road Conwy LL31 9NH

01492 573333 or 07821 000001

www.cartimeuk.co.uk

We specialise in Sales of Camper Vans & 4x4’s Similar vehicles Wanted

Sales & Hire 6/7/8 Seater + Camper Available

The Seahorse Seafood Restaurant & Bistro

7 Church Walks, Llandudno, LL30 2HD 01492 875315 / 877924

www.the-seahorse.co.uk

Open 7 days per week

4.30pm - onwards

Famous for our Seafood Dishes

and

Local Meats


Incorporating Kennedy Leisure Car, Caravan & Motorhome

Specialist Body Repairs

Car & Caravan Sales - Service - Repair

Herkomer Road West Shore

Llandudno LL30 2YZ

Tel: 01492 873093 Mob: 07724 416770

www.westshorebodyrepairs.co.uk

113 Conway Road

West End, Colwyn Bay LL29 7LW 01492 532917

www.4seasonsflorist.co.uk


May Events Diary

1st Live Band The TOWN HOUSE, Llandudno every Saturday 2nd Karaoke the TOWN HOUSE, Landudno, every Sunday, Wednesday and Friday 1st That‘ll Be The Day, Venue Cymru 1-3rd Llandudno Transport Festival 1-3rd Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza 2nd Daniel O‘Donnell, Venue Cymru 2nd Pianist at the Queen Victoria, Church Walks 7pm - 10 pm (everyu Sunday) 3rd Bay of Colwyn Promenade Day 4th The Holiday Show, Llandudno Town Hall, Lloyd St, 7-10.15pm 4th Weekly Male Voice Choir Concerts, Gloddaeth United Church, Chapel St, Llandudno, 8.00pm 4th Energy Club, Heal Your Body - Free Your Mind, Boost your energy - Every Tuesday 7 - 9pm Presented by Michael Garner F.Inst.HT Mind Focus Groups. Sue Jones Suite, Mochdre Village Hall 4th Conwy Markets, (Conwy British Legion) 9.45 am-12 pm (runs every Tuesday morning) 5th Seaside Follies (every Wednesday) Llandudno Town Hall 7-10.15pm 5th Showtime, Gloddaeth United Church, Chapel St, Llandudno 7.30 -10. every Wednesday to 6 Oct. 6th We‘ll Meet Again Town Hall, Lloyd St, 7 - 10pm every Thursday to Oct 7th 6th Rhododendron Collection Walk, Bodnant Gardens 10.00am 6th Quiz Night, TOWN HOUSE Llandudno, Every Thursday 6-8th Dangerous Liaisons - Northern Ballet Theatre, Venue Cymru 8-9th Craft Fair, Llandudno Town Hall, 10.00 am - 4.30pm 9th Rowen Village Gardens Open Day, Rowen, Conwy, (only open one day every 2 yrs) 10.30 - 5pm 11th North Wales & Llandrillo Astronomy Society, Llanelian Community Centre LL29 8YA (2nd Tue each month) 11th Energy Club, Relaxation, Motivation, Inspiration, Mind Focus Groups, Mochdre Village Hall, 7.00pm 11-29th The Sound of Music, Connie Fisher & Michael Praed, Venue Cymru 12th Champion Tree Tour, Bodnant Gardens, 10.00 am, Booking required 14/15th Moth & Bat Workshop Pensychnant Nature Conservation Centre, Sychnant Pass Rd, Conwy, LL32 8BJ 8pm till late. Bring a torch, sunglasses and suitable clothing, no need to book. Tel: 01492 592595 16th Llandudno Horticultural Society Coffee Morning & Plant Sale 10am - 12am St Pauls Church Hall, Craig-y-Don New Members Always Welcome. Tel: 07850 283805 16th A Grand Dance - Venue Cymru - 8pm-11pm Main Hall Ballroom 18th Gardeners Walk & Breakfast, Bodnant Garden, Booking required 18th Energy Club, Relaxation, Motivation, Inspiration, Mind Focus Groups, Mochdre Village Hall, 7.00pm 18th You are invited to an "Appointment with Fear and Laughter" at Penrhyn Old Hall on Tuesday/Wednesday/ Thurs day 18th/19th/20th May at 7.30pm nightly when Penrhyn Bay Players presents two One Act Plays. The classic suspense thriller "Sorry, Wrong Number" and a brand new comedy "Stop and Run". Tickets £5 (01492 596020). Doors open 7.15pm North Wales premier Pub Theatre! Details supplied by Frank Sheehan, Secretary Penrhyn Bay Players, 24 Bryn Lupus Road, Llanrhos, LL30 1SW (Tel 01492 596020) 19th Reginald Hunter Comedian, Venue Cymru 20th Wildlife Gardening, Try pond-dipping and get advice on how to create a small wildlife friendly garden. Ms Anna Budesha, Emscote, Fferm Bach Road, Craig-y-Don, , LL30 1UA Tel: 01248 360981 . Free Adm. 10am-4pm 22nd Eryl Restall, Female Vocalist, Queen Victoria, Church Walks ,Llandudno 25th Energy Club, Relaxation, Motivation, Inspiration, Mind Focus Groups, Mochdre Village Hall 26th Conwy Farmers Market, Admission Free 9.00am -1pm Last Wednesday of every month 29th Annual Art Exhibition contact Mr J Gwynfor Davies Capelulo Village Hall, Fairy Glen Road, Capelulo, LL34 6YU Tel: 01492 623405 Open Hours: 11.00am to 5.00pm - Admission FREE 29th/30th Angelight - Mind Body Spirit Show, Venue Cymru , All Day, Price £4, children free. 29//30th Welsh Sailing Championship - contact Mrs Ruth Brown Llandudno Sailing Club, Promenade, Llan dudno,

LL30 1BT - 01492 549900

Deadline for Advertising in the June Edition of

Yes Mag is 5pm on Tuesday 11th May

31st Christy Moore , Singer Venue Cymru, 8pm


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N. Wales Police HQ 0845 607 1001 Fire & Rescue 01745 535250 Electricity 0845 272 2424 Gas 0800 111 999 Welsh Water 0800 052 0130 Flood line 0800 80 70 60 Animal Welfare 0300 123 4999 Health Contact Details Colwyn Bay Hospital 01492 515218 Conwy Hospital 01492 860066 Glan Clwyd General Hospital 01745 583910 Llandudno General Hospital 01492 860066 Ysbyty Gwynedd 01248 384384 Local Government: Bodlondeb 01492 574000 Childcare 01492 876260 Conwy Careline 01492 514340 Council Tax 01492 576607 Dog Warden 01492 575279 Llandudno Swimming Centre 01492 575900 Llandudno Library 01492 574020 Venue Cymru 01492 872000 Conwy Town Council 01492 596254 Llandudno Town Council 01492 879130 National Trust Llandudno 01492 860123 Help Lines: Age Concern 0800 00 99 66 Alcoholics Anonymous 0845 769 7555 Bereavement 0844 477 9400 Blood Donors 00845 7711711 RSPCA 0300 1234999 Carers Line 0808808 7777 Childline 0800 1111 Crime Stoppers 0800 555 111 Missing People 0500 700 700 NSPC 0808 800 5000

Schools Ysgol John Bright 01492 864299 Deganwy Primary 01492 581285 Blessed William Davies 01492 875930 Coleg Llandrillo 01492 546666 Rydal Penrhos 01492 530155 Ysgol Bryn Elian 01492 518215 Eirias High 01492 532025 St Davids College 01492 875974 Ysgol-y-Creuddyn 01492 544344 Alliance 01492 878787

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Puzzle Answers

Kids Page p36

Column B adds up correctly Riddle = silence Magic Number: 458

Sudoku p15 Calcudoku p15 Quick Crossword p 30 Across: 7 Bitten, 8 Aboard, 9 Bear, 10 Frontier, 11 Ashamed, 13 Agree, 15 Scent, 17 Plaster, 20 Bicycles, 21 Gets, 22 Opened, 23 Effort. Down: 1 Rivers, 2 Stir, 3 Sniffed, 4

Wagon, 5 Hostages, 6 Freeze, 12 An-

noying, 14 Clashes, 16 Crisps, 18 En-

ters, 19 Blade, 21 Gift.

Hidden phrase:

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Accountants TaxAssist 40 Artist Jean Morgan 57

Bags Becketts Bags 13 Barbers Head Office 28

Bathrooms James Payne 64 Bogs & Basins 29

Beauty Hedonism 58 Skinaesthetics 43 Bed Shop Oaklands 33 Blinds Penrhyn Blinds 10 Books L‟s Book & Coffee Shop 40

Bridal Bay Brides & Ballgowns 55

Cafes Cafe 101 25

Cake Shop Cakes for all Occasions 45 Let Them Eat Cake 4 Car Alloy Repairs Wheelsmart 32

Car / Caravan Body Repairs DentRight 4 Ian Hughes 9 West Shore Body Repair 58 Car Electronics Good Motoring 31

Car Sales Cartime Camper Vans 57 Conwy Land rover 47 ME Cars 26

Car Service Repair AJK Motors 35 RenoTech 29

Car Tinters Autovision 58

Carehome AKC Home Support Services 32 Carpet Specialists Linney Cooper 2 Town & Country 7 Charity Sea Sense 14

Childrens Clothing Little Lily 22

Chiropodist Helen Swindley 7 Clothing For Work Clothes for Work 28 Conservatories James Neale 63 Spectrum 32 Council Conwy Business Solutions 38

Crane Hire Buckleys 39 Kev‟s Crane Hire 8 Crafts

Kingdom Krafts 55 Merrymoon 21 REM Crafts 49 Day Nursery Wingarth 16 Dog Groomers 4 Pretty Paws 27 Energy Consultants Energy Home Solutions 44 Finance Thinc Group 29 Fireplaces Colwyn Fireplace Centre 5 Fish & Chips Enochs 7

Fitness/Training Martial Arts John Lynn‟s 51 Florist 4 Seasons 58 Funeral Directors Emlyn H Roberts 15 Furniture Conels 8 Linney Cooper 2 William Glover 54

Games The Gamez 26 Golf Clothing Edinburgh Woollen Mill 26

Hair Hedonism 58 Nikki Charls 43 Handyman Handy Andy 17 Home Accessories Penrhyn House at Home 31 Home Removals Coastline Removals 54 I T Support Multimedia 46 Jewellers Beardsalls 45 Lesley Carole 49

Kitchens Affordable Kitchens 17 Penrhyn Bay Kitchens 10 Conels 8

Ladies Wear Lingerie Box 55 Menswear North 38 Mobility Penrhyn Mobility 26

Outdoor Conwy Outdoor 39 Painting & Decorating Colin Williams 17

Party Shop Clown Around 38

Pubs / Restaurants Bodafon Farm 27 Carlo`s Italian 20 Club 147 10 Cross Keys Penrhynside 19 George & Dragon 39

Liverpool Arms 43 Old Station 45 Penrhyn Old Hall 56 Queen Victoria 21 Queens Head 23 Seahorse 57 The Albert 16 The George Hotel 4 The Lilly 37 The Quay 41 The Toad 31 Town House 11 China Garden 4 Yeung Sing Chinese 9 Emperor Chinese 39 Bengal Dynasty Indian 53

Photography Cambrian 51 Shoot My Face 46

Plant Hire Newell 28

Plastering Kevin Hughes 56

Plastics N.W Building Plastics 27

Plumbing Domestic Plumber 13 Marine Plumbing 25 Penrhynside Heating 50

Printing Design 2 Print 40

Property Management Concord House 56

Roofing Specialist Ian Hughes 8

Seafood Mermaids 28

Security APT Security 25

Scaffolding JC Scaffolding 44 Ray Seagar 17

Shoe Shop Step Up 55 Simon Baker 51

Sports Escape 22 Storage & Van Hire Lock Stock 34

Sweets Penny Farthing 49 Taxi Service Alliance 50

Tool Hire DPS 34 Wine Specialists Good Wines Online 20 North Wales Wines 19

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Yes Mag - North Wales Magazine - May 2010 Edition