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environment with highly qualied instructors, as well as
providing a centre of excellence for Welsh skydivers.
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environment with highly qualied instructors, as well as
providing a centre of excellence for Welsh skydivers.
Afliated to the British Parachute Association, the governing body of Sport
Parachuting in the UK. Our aim is to allow you to experience the ultimate
adrenaline rush while knowing that safety is our number one priority.
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A tandem jump is the ideal rst time free fall
experience, being by far the quickest, easiest
and hassle free way to make a skydive. Youll
experience the ultimate thrill of free falling
after jumping from an aircraft; then enjoy a
long high performance canopy ride with an
experienced BPA Tandem Instructor
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JUMP FOR FREE - Whilst raising money!
Find out how you can maximise your
fund-raising efforts and we will explain
how much sponsorship youll need to
raise to qualify to jump for free. Book your
charity tandem skydive and request the
correct information pack for the charity
you wish to support.
Skydive from
12,000 feet
and free fall
at 120 mph!
Option to have
your own free fall
cameraman lm your
amazing experience
at the only skydiving
centre in Wales
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here are new owners at the popular
Farmers Arms in Goldciff. Partners
Fiona Harwood and Glenn Stanley,
took over the business early March reopening
it to the public.
Fiona and Glenn are no strangers when
it comes to running a successful business
as they used to own Cafe Continental in
Newport and continue to operate a successful
event catering business.
The pair have spared no expense in
redecorating the pub and restaurant to a very
high standard, adding new features such as
the stunning doors that lead out from the
lounge onto the decking of the rear beer
garden, plus the wonderful new pirate ship
play-fort for children to play on at the front
beer garden.
As well as upgrading the interior of the
Farmers Arms, they have also introduced
a fabulous new menu for their newly titled
Harwoods Restaurant, which was created by
their expert head chef James Cullen.
James has worked in many ne restaurants
throughout his career including The Angel
Hotel in Cardiff, as well as establishments in
Guilford and London.
James is a perfectionist in everything he
does, his food denitely has the wow factor.
said owner Fiona.
Weve only been open a little while,
but already received positive feedback
for our great tasting food and welcoming
atmosphere, especially our Sunday carvery
which is a big hit with the regulars.
Diners can take advantage of their lunch
time meal deal where you can choose two
courses for 9.95. This great money saving
menu is available Tuesday to Saturday from
noon until 5pm.
Their extremely popular Sunday carvey
is served from noon until 6pm every week
and is priced at 8.95 for one course, 11.95
for two and 14.95 for three. Children up
to the age of twelve can get a child sized
portions for half the price of adults, booking
in advance advised.
Tuesday night is curry night, from 6.30pm
you can choose from a wide variety of freshly
prepared, homemade curries.
Wednesday evening diners can take
advantage of their two steaks and two glasses
of house wine for 20 meal deal.
Food is served daily from noon until 5pm
and then from 6pm until 10pm Tuesday to
Saturday. Bar snacks only are available on
Mondays from 6pm onwards.
Lovers of afternoon tea can also take time
out and relax in their separate Tea Room and
Coffee Shop, which opens everyday from
11am. You can choose from a wide range
of speciality teas and Italian coffee, as well
as a varied selection of freshly prepared
HARWOODS RESTAURANT AT THE FARMERS ARMS
sandwiches and homemade cakes.
Why not celebrate a special event with
a bottle of Prosecco or Champagne?
The Farmers Arms is also available
for weddings, where Fiona and Glen
specialise in creating bespoke wedding
packages to suit your needs and budget,
call now for availability and more
details.
So, if youre looking for the
perfect countryside family
destination to venture out to this
May, where you can enjoy high
quality food at reasonable prices,
then make your way to Harwoods
Restaurant at The Farmers
Arms in Goldcliff. 01633 271353.
www.thefarmersarmsgoldcliff.
com. www.facebook.com/
thefarmersarmsgoldcliff
LUNCH TIME
TWO COURSES FOR
9.95
AVAILABLE TUESDAY - SATURDAY
FROM NOON TO 5PM
SUNDAY
CARVERY
8.951 COURSE
11.952 COURSES
14.953 COURSES
CURRY NIGHT
EVERY TUESDAY FROM 6.30PM
STEAK NIGHT
EVERY WEDNESDAY
TWO STEAKS AND TWO
GLASSES OF WINE FOR
JUST 20
QUIZ NIGHT
EVERY THURSDAY
Goldcliff, Newport
Tel. 01633 271353
thefarmersarmsgoldcliff.com
www.facebook.com/
THE
Farmers
Arms
FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
S
P
E
C
I
A
L
S
The perfect choice
T
here are new owners at the popular
Farmers Arms in Goldciff. Partners
Fiona Harwood and Glenn Stanley,
took over the business early March reopening
it to the public.
Fiona and Glenn are no strangers when
it comes to running a successful business
as they used to own Cafe Continental in
Newport and continue to operate a successful
event catering business.
The pair have spared no expense in
redecorating the pub and restaurant to a very
high standard, adding new features such as
the stunning doors that lead out from the
lounge onto the decking of the rear beer
garden, plus the wonderful new pirate ship
play-fort for children to play on at the front
beer garden.
As well as upgrading the interior of the
Farmers Arms, they have also introduced
a fabulous new menu for their newly titled
Harwoods Restaurant, which was created by
their expert head chef James Cullen.
James has worked in many ne restaurants
throughout his career including The Angel
Hotel in Cardiff, as well as establishments in
Guilford and London.
James is a perfectionist in everything he
does, his food denitely has the wow factor.
said owner Fiona.
Weve only been open a little while,
but already received positive feedback
for our great tasting food and welcoming
atmosphere, especially our Sunday carvery
which is a big hit with the regulars.
Diners can take advantage of their lunch
time meal deal where you can choose two
courses for 9.95. This great money saving
menu is available Tuesday to Saturday from
noon until 5pm.
Their extremely popular Sunday carvey
is served from noon until 6pm every week
and is priced at 8.95 for one course, 11.95
for two and 14.95 for three. Children up
to the age of twelve can get a child sized
portions for half the price of adults, booking
in advance advised.
Tuesday night is curry night, from 6.30pm
you can choose from a wide variety of freshly
prepared, homemade curries.
Wednesday evening diners can take
advantage of their two steaks and two glasses
of house wine for 20 meal deal.
Food is served daily from noon until 5pm
and then from 6pm until 10pm Tuesday to
Saturday. Bar snacks only are available on
Mondays from 6pm onwards.
Lovers of afternoon tea can also take time
out and relax in their separate Tea Room and
Coffee Shop, which opens everyday from
11am. You can choose from a wide range
of speciality teas and Italian coffee, as well
as a varied selection of freshly prepared
HARWOODS RESTAURANT AT THE FARMERS ARMS
sandwiches and homemade cakes.
Why not celebrate a special event with
a bottle of Prosecco or Champagne?
The Farmers Arms is also available
for weddings, where Fiona and Glen
specialise in creating bespoke wedding
packages to suit your needs and budget,
call now for availability and more
details.
So, if youre looking for the
perfect countryside family
destination to venture out to this
May, where you can enjoy high
quality food at reasonable prices,
then make your way to Harwoods
Restaurant at The Farmers
Arms in Goldcliff. 01633 271353.
www.thefarmersarmsgoldcliff.
com. www.facebook.com/
LUNCH TIME
TWO COURSES FOR
9.95
AVAILABLE TUESDAY - SATURDAY
FROM NOON TO 5PM
SUNDAY
CARVERY
8.951 COURSE
11.952 COURSES
14.953 COURSES
CURRY NIGHT
EVERY TUESDAY FROM 6.30PM
STEAK NIGHT
EVERY WEDNESDAY
TWO STEAKS AND TWO
GLASSES OF WINE FOR
JUST 20
QUIZ NIGHT
EVERY THURSDAY
Goldcliff, Newport
Tel. 01633 271353
thefarmersarmsgoldcliff.com
www.facebook.com/
THE
T
he smell of the dew on a summer
morning and the rising sun
accentuates the silhouettes of the
guys with tools erecting whats going
to be the main stage for what will
be one of the main highlights of this
awesome summer festival.
With stages set up, beer barrels
brimming, entertainment areas set
out for all of the family to enjoy, the
morning will give way to that sound
of summer.
NHSOB Summer Festival will be
buzzing with crowds of all ages and
pumping out eclectic music genres
across the NHSOB site from 2pm
until late.
The NHSOB Summer Festival was
conceived in 2012.
The weather that day was pretty
shocking.
However, we braved the conditions
and had an amazing day fuelled with
music, food, fun and alcohol.
Due to the success of 2012, along
with a few improvements thanks to
welcomed feedback, we arrived at
our second festival in August 2013.
In 2013, we saw the introduction
of a larger stage, some high prole
Welsh bands and we were elated to
welcome crowds in their hundreds.
Bands Houdini Dax and 4th Street
Trafc packed the main stage and
blew the crowd away.
The future is looking good for
NHSOB Summer Festival 2014.
The team have been working
towards booking regionally famous
bands, and making our promotion
reach out to a larger audience.
We are also pleased to
announce this year there will be two
performance areas Main Stage and
Record Face Stage.
Tickets for NHSOB Summer Festival
are available via nhsobfestival.com
We look forward to seeing you
there on August 9 at Newport High
School Old Boys RFC, Yew Tree Lane,
Caerleon, Newport, NP18 1LL.
Dont just see us there, get to
know the team beforehand and
get interactive with us and let us
know what you think of our rst
announcements to the line up on
Twitter and our Facebook page.
Also, dont forget to follow and
like us to keep up to date with news
and updates about NHSOB Summer
Festival.
IT
S B
A
CK
!
AS THE SUN RISES OVER THE NHSOB SITE THE MUSIC KICKS OFF EXTRA
EARLY WITH THE SOUND OF THE DAWN CHORUS...
Tickets available from www.nhsobfestival.com
T
he smell of the dew on a summer
morning and the rising sun
accentuates the silhouettes of the
guys with tools erecting whats going
to be the main stage for what will
be one of the main highlights of this
awesome summer festival.
With stages set up, beer barrels
brimming, entertainment areas set
out for all of the family to enjoy, the
morning will give way to that sound
of summer.
NHSOB Summer Festival will be
buzzing with crowds of all ages and
pumping out eclectic music genres
across the NHSOB site from 2pm
until late.
The NHSOB Summer Festival was
conceived in 2012.
The weather that day was pretty
shocking.
However, we braved the conditions
and had an amazing day fuelled with
music, food, fun and alcohol.
Due to the success of 2012, along
with a few improvements thanks to
welcomed feedback, we arrived at
our second festival in August 2013.
In 2013, we saw the introduction
of a larger stage, some high prole
Welsh bands and we were elated to
welcome crowds in their hundreds.
Bands Houdini Dax and 4th Street
Trafc packed the main stage and
blew the crowd away.
The future is looking good for
NHSOB Summer Festival 2014.
The team have been working
towards booking regionally famous
bands, and making our promotion
reach out to a larger audience.
We are also pleased to
announce this year there will be two
performance areas Main Stage and
Record Face Stage.
Tickets for NHSOB Summer Festival
are available via nhsobfestival.com
We look forward to seeing you
there on August 9 at Newport High
School Old Boys RFC, Yew Tree Lane,
Caerleon, Newport, NP18 1LL.
Dont just see us there, get to
know the team beforehand and
get interactive with us and let us
know what you think of our rst
announcements to the line up on
Twitter and our Facebook page.
Also, dont forget to follow and
like us to keep up to date with news
and updates about NHSOB Summer
Festival.
IT
S B
A
CK
!
AS THE SUN RISES OVER THE NHSOB SITE THE MUSIC KICKS OFF EXTRA
EARLY WITH THE SOUND OF THE DAWN CHORUS...
Tickets available from www.nhsobfestival.com
01633 485600 (Cwmbran)
01633 410323 (Celtic Manor).
Visit www.rhysgiles.com or
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nd us on Facebook Rhys-Giles-Hairdressing-Beauty Hair and make up by Rhy Giles Art Team
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Over
PROUD SPONSORS OF
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n October 1987
Lorna and Steven
Giles set up a
business called
Mane Attraction.
It set standards for
hairdressing in South
Wales. Collecting
numerous awards and
accolades along the
way, that business is
now known as Rhys
Giles Hairdressing
and Beauty which
continues to set those
high standards and
win award after
award.
When we recently
caught up with Rhys
he told us of the
companys continuing
development along
with what he feels
important.
While awards are
great, it is what you
produce in salon that
is the most important
thing, he said. We
pride ourselves on
offering the very best
customer service
and care. Thats why
people return - its
all about attention to
detail.
This high standard
comes from the
companys in house
training programme
and as a City and
Guilds approved
training centre the
salon always develop
their own trainees into
future stylists - they
are totally immersed
in the Rhys Giles
culture.
Having the right
partnerships is also
very important and
their very special 20
year relationship with
Kerastase endorses
Rhys Giles approach
to total quality. Its all
in the company you
keep, as Rhys puts it.
2014 has been a
very good year and
the skys the limit for
2013, and with a new
long term contract
agreed at the Celtic
Manor Resort it seems
the future looks very
bright.
have you got

what it takes?
01633 485600 (Cwmbran)

01633 410323 (Celtic Manor).
Visit www.rhysgiles.com or
follow them on Twitter @rhysgileshair
nd us on Facebook Rhys-Giles-Hairdressing-Beauty Hair and make up by Rhy Giles Art Team
25
of Excellence
Years
Over
PROUD SPONSORS OF
I
n October 1987
Lorna and Steven
Giles set up a
business called
Mane Attraction.
It set standards for
hairdressing in South
Wales. Collecting
numerous awards and
accolades along the
way, that business is
now known as Rhys
Giles Hairdressing
and Beauty which
continues to set those
high standards and
win award after
award.
When we recently
caught up with Rhys
he told us of the
companys continuing
development along
with what he feels
important.
While awards are
great, it is what you
produce in salon that
is the most important
thing, he said. We
pride ourselves on
offering the very best
customer service
and care. Thats why
people return - its
all about attention to
detail.
This high standard
comes from the
companys in house
training programme
and as a City and
Guilds approved
training centre the
salon always develop
their own trainees into
future stylists - they
are totally immersed
in the Rhys Giles
culture.
Having the right
partnerships is also
very important and
their very special 20
year relationship with
Kerastase endorses
Rhys Giles approach
to total quality. Its all
in the company you
keep, as Rhys puts it.
2014 has been a
very good year and
the skys the limit for
2013, and with a new
long term contract
agreed at the Celtic
Manor Resort it seems
the future looks very
bright.
have you got

what it takes?
14 / WEAREVOICE.CO.UK / MAY.2014
@wearevoice
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May
2014
he Big Splash edition of Voice always
makes me smile. Its always great to see
Newportonians feel positive and for
something positive to happen in the city and
thats exactly why I love our annual Big Splash
edition.
This months Voice is full of positivity and
exciting stuff.
Our Big Splash section has lots of special
offers from Newport traders to spoil yourself
with during the Big Splash weekend as well
as a full guide to whats happening across the
weekend.
As well as that, and just as exciting, this
month is the launch of our annual South Wales
Next Top Model competition with Rhys Giles.
This years competition is very special
indeed, with a very special conclusion. We
cant give too much away, so watch this space.
As if that wasnt enough, were also
launching Eating Out Wales this month so
expect a selection of mouth-watering visual
treats later on in the mag.
What an edition. Keep hold of it this month
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We would like to apologise to Eden Hair and Nail
Studio in Magor. In the April 2014 edition of Voice
we inadvertently gave a picture for Eden Hair and
Nail Studio an incorrect catch line. We are very
sorry to everyone at Eden Hair and Nail Studio.
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APRIL 2014
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his months Big Thing is
unquestionably Newport
its on the up and things
are looking good.
During May, the city centre
will play host to the wonderful
Big Splash event, which will bring
Newport to life featuring live
entertainment, family fun and a
great atmosphere.
This months Voice has a section
dedicated to The Big Splash and
everything happening there it
really is your ultimate guide to
the event.
We also have lots of offers and
deals from Newport retailers that
coincide with the event.
Why not read on and enjoy?
Voice is really all you need to
get the best out of Newport this
month.
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new category for printing/designers,lol
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icManor @chrispevans1 fantastic news.
Very excited to be a part of this years
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Fantastic meeting yesterday with @
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#swntm2014 gonna be great this year
Jon @ The Newsagent@Thenewsagent
Lots of people reserving their copy of the
new @WeAreVoice magazine at the shop
today whens it due in @chrispevans1?
A
huge thankyou to all our wonderful,
loyal customers who have supported us
with our refurbishment clearance sale.
Without the support of you, our loyal
customers, we would not be able to undertake
these improvements. Weve been overwhelmed
by all the positive comments and best wishes
from both new and existing customers.
This year is our 140th and we are delighted
to still be trading in Newport, and to be able to
upgrade our wonderful building.
However, our core values will not change
and Wildings will still have all the character
and charm that you, our customers, love.
At the heart of the business will always
be our commitment to providing excellent
customer service, friendly and knowledgeable
staff, to help you with your selection, good
quality goods sourced independently and
superb value for money.
Tel. 01633 262 861 | 165 Commercial Street,
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Image by Michael Williams
Words By Emma Stowell-Corten

The Big
Splash
This months Big Picture
shows just some of the amazing
goings on that will be happening
at this years Big Splash event in
Newport city centre.
This months Voice has
the ultimate guide to whats
happening and when across the
city, so why not read all about
it, and then make a date to pop
along and enjoy whats on offer?
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The Big Splash - Friday 30th May - Sunday 1st June
Its ofcial. Newport is on the up!
Last month saw the start of work on the Friars Walk development, which will bring a fantastic
state-of-the art shopping experience to the city as well as adding a wide selection of
restaurants and eateries.
This month will see the city come to life thanks to the annual Big Splash event, which will
bring live entertainment, family fun and a brilliant atmosphere to Newport.
To celebrate the event, weve teamed up with some of the citys traders to bring you some
very special offers and deals.
Why not read on over the next few pages to nd out about the special offers and to get the
lowdown on The Big Splash? Enjoy.
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The Potters Toy Army Mandys Alterations
The Greyhound HairPlay A.D Turner SSN
Cedars Yezen Caf The Ivy Bush
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Call 07503 748040 // Newport Indoor Market
Open Mon - Sat 9am - 4pm
Interesting
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Classic and Vintage furniture
Antiques and collectables
Art, including oils and prints
Jewellery and bric - a brac
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Please do not hesitate to get in touch If you
would like to discuss any local or Assembly
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Upper Dock Street, Newport, NP20 1DD
Newport Market is proud to be
taking part in the national event
Some fantastic new businesses trading throughout the fortnight.
Come down and check them out as well as paying the
fantastic regular traders a visit.
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194 Upper Dock Street, Newport.
Tel. 01633 263577
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Stalls 47, 48 and 49, Market Hall, Newport.
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SERVING SOME OF THE
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All our meals are cooked to order,
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We offer nest quality joints of beef, lamb and
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Why not try our very own selection of delicious, award
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Strong funny women and
beautiful men in a setting
that blurs the boundary of
performer and audience.
Performed by four dancers in a
large cage, Captive is inspired
by Rainer Maria Rilkes poem
The Panther and considers
how a human, like an animal,
can be plucked from normal
life and plunged into captivity.
Rendition has made the human
experience the same as the
animals and with connement
thrust upon the unsuspecting
victim, the wild and free must
nd ways of expressing within
the bordered and caged.
Powerfully physical,
emotionally charged and
extraordinary, Captive is a
dazzling blend of dance
and aerial work. In order to
survive, the environment is
constantly transformed though
physical ingenuity. Pacing the
cage and tumbling through
a world turned upside down,
which way is up as our cell of
connement gets turned on its
head?
An artistic
hairdressing show with a
musical groove. The Catalan
group from Barcelona takes an
eccentric and colourful beauty
salon onstage, where creation
and fantasy have no limit. With
two hairdressers and a DJ, the
show recycles and transforms
quotidian things into unique
objects that give the nal touch
to the stunning head sculptures
created live on the more daring
members of the public. Literally
a show that will make your hair
stand on end, this is for you
to see , hear, and try if you
dare!
The Riverfront, Citrus Arts,
Alchemy Fireworks, Sinfonia
Cymru and Lady Leshurr
will be combining forces to
create this years Spectacular.
Expect hula hoops, trapeze,
pyrotechnics, dance, reworks,
hip hop and classical music.
Performers will include Tin
Shed Theatre, Hoop La La,
Kitsch n Sync and a range of
circus performers. Newport will
once again be rocked with a
dramatic rework nale.
The best viewing points will be
around the Red Wave and up
along the riverbank around
the outside of The Riverfront
building.
Film Screening in The Riverfront
Studio Theatre.
Boutique, vintage, craft and
jewellery stalls in the foyer with
live music on the Caf Terrace
featuring acoustic local acts
and the Big Macs Wholly Soul
Band nishing off the day.
Big Splash 2014
will have four
fun zones in
the centre of
Newport:
ULTIMATE USK,
PARKLIFE, URBAN
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You can catch some fantastic
International Street Theatre
artists along the riverbanks of
the River Usk and in Newport
City Centre on Saturday.
Throughout the weekend there
will be a selection of drop in
workshops to keep the kids
entertained!
The Princess Tea Rooms, 48
Cambrian Road, Newport.
2 per person, each session
Come along and be part
of Newports very own
Samba drumming band with
professional drumming tutor
leading sessions. All ages
welcome!
The Project Space, Newport
FREE drop in sessions every
Saturday in May as part of the
Big Splash festival.

Come along and help mosaic a
Giant Whale!
Come along and make your
own instruments or make your
own costume for a Big Splash
processionout of balloons!
Come and make balloon
costumes and join in the
parade!
Live Music on The Riverfront
Caf Terrace throughout the
Big Splash weekend, a mixture
of acoustic, soul and summer
sounds including the headline
act; Big Macs Wholly Soul
Band.
Newport Centre will host
two very different dance
competitions celebrating local
and national talent.

5vs5 BBOY: Teams across the
country will be invited for a
UK region 5 on 5 battle with a
500 cash prize.
A 2 on 2 qualier battle for
the Rockin Star Competition in
Russia. Winners will be own
free to St. Petersburg for the
FINALS.
Bella Bella Dance Studios
presents Newports explosive
dance competition. All
ages welcome, sign up and
registration for dancers
between 9am and 11:00am.
There will be a selection of
funfair rides between The
Riverfront Theatre and the
University building throughout
the weekend. Prices on rides.
Parklife is back with plenty
of sports and games, bouncy
castles, Spider Mountain,
Scramble Net Challenge, street
entertainment and many more
of your Parklife favourites. Face
painting and a host of other
council service areas will be
getting involved, showcasing
some of the great things on
offer in the city 365 days a
year.
N.B. There is free entry into
Parklife, but some activities will
have a small fee.
The Big Splash event is funded
by Newport City Council and
the Arts Council of Wales and
is programmed in collaboration
with Citrus Arts. Thanks to Taylor
Wimpey for the use of their site for
the reworks.
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members have been stationed at
Times Past for the last seven years, and
during that time theyve always offered friendly
and impartial advice when it comes to buying
and selling sought after items.
This amazing little shop is like the Doctors
Tardis; it has four rooms full of antiquities and
collectables. Items range from glassware and
ceramics, ne china and pottery, to model trains
and gurines, plus a wide variety of gold and
silver jewellery.
We stock many items for all types of
collector, with ne brand names such as Medina,
Murano, Royal Dalton, Beswick, Ainsley and
Wedgewood in our glassware and ceramics
range. said owner Terry.
Fans of planes, trains and cars can browse
our impressive collection of scaled miniatures
that include numerous items from Hornby,
Matchbox, Airx, Hotwheels and Graham Farish
to name but a few.
People are always amazed by how much
choice we have in store; you could
spend a day going through every item!
Its always nice to see a new face that
hasnt been in here before, whether
they are looking to buy or sell an item,
everyone is more than welcome at
Times Past.
Terry and his team specialise
in gold and silver jewellery and a
have an impressive range of rings,
necklaces, bracelets, chains and
earrings. Jewellery prices start from as
little as 40, pop in today to browse
their varied selection.
For the month of May theres currently a
special offer on gold, where you can get up to
fty per cent off current prices, pop in store for
more details.
Customers can take also advantage of their
easy payment scheme, where you pay ten per
cent deposit to secure the your chosen item, then
pay the rest of the balance in weekly instalments,
talk to Terry and his friendly staff today for more
information.
Looking for the perfect Fathers Day gift?
Then why not browse the many rooms of Times
Past, theres sure to be something that your dad
would love to receive as a gift this year.
Voices shop of the month is located at
88 Commercial Street, Newport City Centre,
NP20 1LS, opposite St Pauls Church. For all
enquiries you can give Terry a call on 07846
941112.
Times Past
Voices shop of the month is the
incredible Times Past, which is
located on Commercial Street
in Newports City Centre.
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A day out with the kids is nowhere near
complete unless theres a big bag of sweets
involved so why not pop into Chillys in
Newport Market and stock up before you hit
the Big Splash?
With more than 180 varieties in stock,
youre really spoiled for choice with the
offerings at Chillys, which range from the
traditional to the more modern.
Go on make a real day of it and buy a
quarter of something you like on your way
to The Riverfront.
CHILLYS
As one of the citys most enduring family-
run businesses, Davies Florist (or Ace as
you may know it) is the perfect place to
head for some beautiful blooms this spring
and summer.
With a huge selection available to buy,
whether youre looking for a few orals to
pop in a vase on your dinner table, or a full-
on beautiful bouquet, Davies Florist has a
wonderful selection ranging from the every-
day to the unusual.
Why not pop in to Newport Indoor
Market and see what Jo has in stock this
week?
DAVIES FLORIST
Without doubt, Newport City Centre is
incredibly lucky to have its very own games
arcade, which can be found in Newport
Market, opposite Toy Army.
Filled with retro video games, kids rides,
penny pushers and one-armed bandits,
why not make a beeline to this very special
place as part of your family day out at The
Big Splash?
While youre there, make sure you take a
look at the amazing selection of collectibles
available at Toy Army?
Figures, books, games, DVDs as well as
a wide selection of consoles and games are
all on offer with something for everyone.
TOY ARMY
One of the citys longest-established
and most popular nightspots, The
Greyhound on Newports High Street
is the place to head over the two May
bank holiday weekends and after the
Big Splash if you love dancing the night
away.
Playing all the latest chart and dance
tunes, the Greyhound is one of the
friendliest places to enjoy a boogie in
the city centre. With drinks offers and a
warm welcome guaranteed, why not pop
in this month?
THE GREYHOUND
Chillys
Davies Florist
Toy Army
Star Boy Apparel
A hugely popular salon, the wonderful
Hairplay is an exclusive Wella
Premium salon that uses the nest hair
care products, with Wellas System
Professional at the forefront of its
amazing range.
Owner, Diane Titmuss, has always
believed using the highest quality
products and combining them with
highly skilled stylists is the key to
customer satisfaction and its for this
reason that clients return time and again
to the salon.
Why not update your look for the
summer and treat yourself to The
Hairplay experience? Go on you
deserve it.
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Apparel is a label that was started up by
Newport lad, Liam, who took his hobby and
passion for fashion and music and turned it
into his living.
Making t-shirts, vests, hoodies, jumpers,
sweat pants, beanie hats and snap back
caps Star Boy Apparel is available online at
starboyapparel.co.uk
New items are added to the online shop
all of the time, with one of the best ongoing
offers being the Lucky Dip costing 7.99
the buyer receives a mystery gift.
For the latest Star Boy news follow @
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STAR BOY APPAREL
Tucked away in Newport Market,
Yezen Caf serves up one of the citys
nest breakfasts the perfect thing to
set you up for a day at The Big Splash.
All cooked freshly to order, the
choices are delicious and include their
famous breakfast, the big breakfast, and
a small breakfast for lesser appetites.
There is also a special breakfast for
Newport Transport and Stagecoach
Drivers.
Serving food, drinks and light snacks
throughout the day, using the freshest
ingredients all sourced from the
market itself Yezen Caf is famed not
only for its ne food offerings, but also
for its family-friendly excellent customer
service, which is friendly, welcoming
and very smiley.
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30 Skinner Street | Newport | NP20 1HP
Tel: 01633 842033
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NEWPORTS PREMIERE
LOCATION FOR
MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT
GOOD FOOD FINE WINES LIVE MUSIC CHILL OUT
Tel: 01633 223311
22-24 Upper Dock Street, Newport
Open Monday - Saturday
THE POTTERS
www.pottersnewport.co.uk
TRADITIONAL
PUB GRUB SERVED
INCLUDING
BREAKFASTS AND
LUNCHES, HEALTHY
OPTIONS AND DAILY
LUNCH SPECIALS
FRIDAYS
LIVE BANDS FROM 9.30PM
SATURDAYS
LIVE BANDS FROM 9.30PM
OPEN AS USUAL DURING THE CITYS REDEVELOPMENT
FREE ROOM HIRE AVAILABLE ON SUNDAYS
PERFECT FOR PRIVATE PARTIES AND
CELEBRATING SPECIAL OCCASIONS
Full of the avours of summer,
strawberries are the perfect snack to enjoy
as you and the little ones partake in some
Big Splash action this month.
Love Fresh in Newport Indoor Market will
have some very special strawberry offers
on during the Splash weekend, promising to
sell the cheapest strawberries in town.
Why not pop in and see Alesandro and
stock up on some of natures nest candy?
The Love Fresh stall is right at the front of
the market, just through the new entrance.
LOVE FRESH
The V Award-winning AD Turner &
Sons is one of Newports most prestigious
butchers, stocking a superb selection of
meats, both cooked and fresh.
As well as great cuts, AD Turner also
specialises in homemade burgers and
sausages, which have won many awards,
including prizes for excellence in the North
and South Wales meat products categories.
Located in Newports historic indoor
market, why not pop in and bag yourself a
treat when youre done at the Big Splash?
Alternatively, for an on-the-go snack, why
not pop into the Turners ne foods at the
front of the market, for a hot snadwich?
Serving delicious food to take away, you
wont be disappointed.
A.D TURNER & SONS
Stocking a wide range of audio solutions,
from record players to the latest home
cinema surround sound systems, Hi-Fi
Western in Newports city centre is the
place to go for that perfect gift for gadget-
lovers.
Located on Cambrian Road, Hi-Fi
Western stocks a huge selection of world-
leading brand names, such as Pioneer
and Denon theres everything from the
simplest of AM/FM radios to the most
advanced sound systems on the market.
Also offering repairs and every type of
cable and accessory you can think of, with
more than 40 years in the business, theres
nothing the lovely people at Hi-Fi Western
dont know.
HI-FI WESTERN
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Hi-Fi Western
Offering every service you could
possibly imagine from one woman and
her sewing machine, Mandys Alterations
in Newport Market continues to go from
strength-to-strength.
Offering everything you could imagine,
from bespoke curtains and cushions to
alterations and repairs, Mandys is open
from Monday to Friday, with appointments
available for Saturdays.
MANDYS ALTERATIONS
Serious Sports Nutrition is now in its
third year of trading and is more successful
than ever.
It offers a free advice service and
throughout the month of May Voice readers
get a free diet and training plan worth
39.99 when you buy a tub of protein (from
19.99) Just mention Voice at the checkout.
There are exclusive deals every month,
check out Serious Sports Nutrition
on Facebook and Twitter or online at
www.iloveprotein.co.uk
SSN
Looking for something weird and
wonderful? Are you a collector of antiques?
Or maybe youre passionate about
nostalgic items? Then Strawberry Water
Junk Company is the place for you.
Stocking a wide variety of unique and
unusual items, from bric-a-brac to beautiful
Georgian furniture, youll nd everything in
store, from the weird and wonderful to the
everyday.
With a large shop full of hundreds of
marvellous things, why not pop in and nd
something special today?
Strawberry Water Junk Company is open
six days a week, Monday to Saturday from
9am until 5.30pm.
STRAWBERRY WATER JUNK CO.
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is working in association with cymbal
manufacturer Dream to give drummers a
great opportunity to buy new gear.
Customers can take any old split,
smashed or cracked cast cymbal (from any
manufacturer) to a Dream recycling point.
Add up the amount of inches in the
broken cymbals and receive 50p per inch
off the purchase of a new Dream cymbal.
(e.g. a 22 Ride gets 11).
There is no limit to how many broken
cymbals can be used towards a new Dream
cymbal.
The collected cymbals will be melted
down into a limited edition, numbered
series each year creating new products
from old metal as part of the new Forge
Reserve Line, or used to create the rms
new Re-FX range, including Crop Circles,
bells and trees.
Why not pop in or call for more
information?
E-VENTZ
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We have moved, Find us inside
Newport Indoor Market, Newport, NP20 1DD.
Tel: 01633 222282
Suppliers of
Airx, Revell,
Hornby, Warhammer,
Trumpeter, Scalextrix,
Dapol, Italeri and
many more.
Your Independent
Model Specialist
Call instore today for everything
you need including models
kits, paints, glues and accessories
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Cedars is a wonderful cafe located in
the heart of Newport city centre offering a
wide variety of tasty dishes to eat, all hand-
crafted with love using the nest locally
sourced ingredients.
Because the chefs make each and every
dish from scratch, they can tailor your meal
to suit your tastes and dietary requirements,
great for vegans and vegetarians.
Take advantage of the wonderful daily
specials, where you can enjoy a delicious
homemade meal and drink. Specials start
from as little as 5.
Pop in to the amazing Cedars Caf
this May, located at 30 Skinner Street, in
Newports City Centre. Call 01633 842033 to
book a table and visit www.facebook.com/
cedars.newport for more information.
CEDARS
Prices at City Carpets are guaranteed to
be low all year long, with owner Lee Elliot
and his helpful team always looking after
customers needs.
Carpets start from as little as 2.49 per
square meter, and theres a wide range of
quality carpets and vinyl ooring to suit
every budget.
City Carpets also offers a delivery and
tting service, theres no job too small and
no job too big.
Whether youre looking to re-carpet a at
or a large stately home, make City Carpets
the choice for you.
CITY CARPETS
Stocking model kits to suit all ages and
prices, D9 in Newport Market has a great
selection in store all year round.
From plastic model kits to model
railways, Scalextric and Warhammer bits
and kits, D9 has been owned by the same
team for seven years now.
Also stocking accessories, die-cast
models and paints, D9 is a dream come
true for any model enthusiast. Why not shop
local and pop in?
D9
Cedars
City Carpets
The Potters
@ The Newsagent
Owner Jon Powell of @ The Newsagent of
Newports Indoor Market, is now offering
a fabulous range of Sidolis real dairy ice-
cream.
There are 22 avours to choose from,
including rocky road, Turkish delight and
honeycomb crunch to name but a few.
Jon will also be offering Mr Whippy ice
cream and a wide variety of avoured
slushies, perfect for keeping you cool
during the summer months.
@ THE NEWSAGENT
The historic Newport Market is a real
hive of activity, and the perfect place to
stop off for a pre-Big Splash bite to eat or to
stock up on snacks.
Housing a wide selection of retailers,
offering everything from fresh fruit and
veg to what could possibly be the nest
full English in the city, whatever you need,
youll nd it in Newport Market.
Every stall is run by a local trader, so
service with a smile is guaranteed, as
are fantastic prices, excellent produce
and everything else youd expect of
independent retailers.
Make sure you make a bee-line for the
Market this month.
NEWPORT MARKET
Situated in the heart of Newport City
Centre, The Potters is renowned for being
one of the best venues in Newport when it
comes to live entertainment.
Every Friday and Saturday night, starting
at 9.30pm, local bands and musicians from
all over the country entertain the lively, fun
loving crowd.
Owner Gino, along with managers Nick
Rabaiotti and Vicky Grey have successfully
run The Potters for many years.
For lunch The Potters offers traditional
pub grub menu, which has a wide variety of
delicious homemade meals to choose from,
including sh dishes, burgers and salads.
Why not try the full English breakfast
with a delicious cup of coffee?
Food at The Potters is available until 3pm
every day, bar snacks are also available or
you can sample one of the spectacular daily
specials.
THE POTTERS
The V Award-winning Ivy Bush is one of
the citys friendliest and most welcoming
bars.
Its the perfect place to head too if youre
looking for a great atmosphere and good
times amongst a really friendly bunch.
Whether its live music or sporting action
youre after, the Ivy Bush is a real hub right
over the weekend especially when theres
an event on?
Why not nish your Big Splash weekend
off with a trip to see whats going on?
THE IVY BUSH
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salon of the month
Located just on the outskirts of Newport city centre, Rage Hair
is undoubtedly a leader when it comes to fashion-forward and
style conscious hair styling, colouring and care in the city.
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Sam and Cliff Mighten, Rage has
been established in Newport for
more than fteen years now. The large and
comfortable salon on Newports Cearau Road
boasts a team of excellent staff who are all
experts within their individual elds.
Known for the range of creative
colours and cutting expertise,
whatever youre hoping to
achieve for your new look
this summer, or for a special
occasion, Sam and her team
are on hand to help you
achieve it.
The range of services on offer
at Rage is extensive, to say the
least. From your standard cut and blow
to some of the most professional colour work
in the country, Sams team are highly trained
in the latest techniques and technologies, with
Sam herself a Matrix educator, travelling up
and down the country sharing her expertise to
stylists and colourists everywhere.
For the summer, Rage has just introduced
a range of gorgeous pastel hair colours.
Shades of purple and pink are available and
look absolutely incredible when applied and
nished. The salon also specialises in Afro hair,
barbering and colour correction.
Once a month a registered Botox
practitioner visits the salon offering
llers and skin peels, meaning that
Rage really is your one-stop shop
for a new you this summer.
So, what are you waiting for?
For that perfect new look you
need an appointment at Rage.
Call 01633 262455 for an
appointment, or pop in. Rage is located
at 1 Caerau Rd, Newport, NP20 4HL and is
open six days a week.
Rage is also on Facebook and the salon has
also recently joined Twitter. Follow @rage_hair
for offers and the latest news.
MAY OFFERS
MONDAY, TUESDAY
AND WEDNESDAY
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FROM 15
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ALL COLOURS 35
BOOKING ESSENTIAL
TEL. 01633 262455
DAWKSTHERAPIES
Sports injuries and Swedish
body massage
DR. ANNA JOSEPH
MSC, MBCHB, FRCA
PROFESSIONAL AESTHETICS
INTRODUCING NEW
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shopping and style
Essential Style
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Now, before you say it, I know that many
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just not the normal thing to do, is it. However, if
youre headed off to somewhere hot and sunny
you might benet from making sure you add a
hat to your case.
Wearing a wide-brimmed hat outdoors is
great way to protect your hair, eyes, and skin
from the suns ultraviolet (UV) rays. While you
still need to slather your skin with a broad-
spectrum sunscreen that protects against both
UVA and UVB rays, a hat can help give added
coverage for the skin on your ears and neck.
Be sure the sunscreen you select has a sun
protection factor (SPF) of 30 or higher, and
apply it before going outdoors. Also, a wide-
brimmed hat can protect your eyes from the
suns harmful rays. Wearing a hat with protective
sunglasses can keep you from squinting and
help prevent wrinkles around your eyes.
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shop and photographic studio on the
high street of Caldicot.
Stocking the largest selection of Willow Tree
in the area and an extensive range of Nobil
glassware.
Wye Valley also offers a complimentary gift
wrapping service.
The photographic studio specialises in portrait
photography of babies, families and pets and
they can also copy and restore your cherished old
photographs.
A selection of framed wall prints of local views
is also available and the framing department can
mount and frame your own artwork, photos and
memorabilia.
For more information call 01291 420368
or pop in. The studio is located at 3-5 Newport
Road, Caldicot.
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love of Newport
and your support
for traders in a very special
way this summer?
Newport-based, V Award-
winning Sticky Ink Studios has
been working with Newport
Rises (@thenewporters) and
has come up with a selection of
goodies.
Caps, bags and t-shirts
are all available with great
messages such as Shop Local.
Why not get involved and
wear your love of Newport on
your sleeve? Tweet
@thenewporters for information
or give Sticky Ink studios a call
on 01633 213737.
Wear It On
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ituated in Magor, Eden Hair and Nail
Studio offers a wide range of treatments
and services that will have you looking
and feeling your very best.
From a simple cut and blow-dry to a
full head of hair extensions or a glamorous
manicure, it has whatever youre looking for to
feel pampered and perfect.
Why not book an appointment at Eden
and let Jodie and Kelly transform you?
The salon is welcoming and modern with a
lovely atmosphere.
You can check out Eden Hair and Nail
Studio on Facebook at facebook.com/Eden-
Hair-and-Nail-Studio where youll nd news,
reviews and special offers.
The salon is located in The Square, Magor.
Call 01633 889399 for an appointment.
Eden Hair and Nail Studio
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f youre looking to hold back the years, why
not visit the V Award-winning Caci Clinic in
Maindee, Newport?
For the month of May 2014, owner Jan is
offering a very special treatment package for
clients who want to enjoy the incredible Caci
Jowl Lift treatment.
Improving the appearance of sagging
jowls while lifting and contouring facial lines,
this treatment is a great way to achieve a more
youthful look without surgery.
For May, the Caci Jowl Lift treatment is just
20 per session at the Caci Clinic and, if you buy
nine treatments youll get the tenth free.
Want to know more? Call 01633 843222.
(Terms and conditions may apply).
Look younger
without surgery
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Lose weight for summer
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TEL. 01633 243533
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www.albanyclinic.co.uk
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Enjoy a Complimentary
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Coffee Shop at
Wildings on Presentation
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165 Commercial Street,
Newport, NP20 lUL
Tel 01633 262861
*Management reserve all rights, Offer ends 14.06.14 One voucher per person,
no photocopies.
HAIRS & Graces
31(a) Malpas Road, Newport
01633 664052
OPEN: MONDAY, TUESDAY, FRIDAY AND SATURDAY 9AM - 5.30PM
WEDNESDAY 9AM - 2PM THURSDAY 10AM - 7PM
Add A Touch of Glamour
We specialise in bridal and prom hair up styles.
For bridal parties we are happy to visit your home or
venue if you cant get to the Salon*
Call us today to discuss your requirements.
*Management reserve all rights.
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SAM TAKA,
TAKAS BARBER SHOP
Barber Sam Taka has been cutting hair
for 9 years, and during that time hes
styled hair for many famous people and
celebrities Craig Bellamy, Rhys Williams
and Jessie Js guitarist Ben Martinez.
Sam specialises in intricate styles
and designs, where his skill with a
shaver and scissors got him head
hunted to work at the award winning
Belle Toujours salon in Cardiff.
At only 22, Sam has his own
business located in Maindee where
hes been stationed for the past ten
months.
Takas Barbers is open Monday
to Thursday from 10am until 6pm,
and from 9am until 6pm Friday and
Saturday.
TAKAS BARBER SHOP
6 LIVINGSTONE PLACE,
NEWPORT, NP19 8EY
07717 893474
Like his Facebook page at
www.facebook.com/takasbarbers
to keep up with the latest styles
and offers.
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TATTOO MASTER
RICHARD HARRISON,
HIGH VOLTAGE
Cwmbrans hottest tattoo studio,
High Voltage, is run and owned by
tattooist Richard Harrison.
For many years Richards old
school style of tattooing, which hes
mixed with modern inuences, has
gained him a sterling reputation for
being one of the best artists in the
local area, with people from far
and wide desiring his detailed and
intricate artwork.
For the month of May, Richard
is offering any palm-sized tattoo
for 50, and also, with any tattoo
priced over 60 and upwards you
can get 10 off the total cost, all you
need to do is quote Voice for both
offers.
HIGH VOLTAGE
THE TOWER, SOUTHVILLE,
CWMBRAN,
NP44 2QY
07958 444336
FACEBOOK PAGE,
HIGHVOLTAGECWMBRAN
ADVANCED BEAUTY
SPECIALIST
LAUREN HAYES,
FACIAL ATTRACTION
Lauren Hayes, owner of Facial
Attraction Beauty Salon and Nail
Clinic, offers cutting-edge advanced
beauty and nail treatments that you
wouldnt expect to nd in the relaxed,
friendly village atmosphere of the
salon.
With more than twelve years
experience in the beauty industry,
Lauren and her dedicated team are
always retraining with to bring the
latest technology to the salon, which
has been established for some 21
years.
After winning the award for Local
Beauty Salon of the Year in 2013, this
multi-award-winning salon continues
to go from strength to strength offering
professional advice on a wide range
of treatments. Treatments include Bio
Sculpture nails, non-surgical facelifts
and bridal makeovers.
FACIAL ATTRACTION
THE HIGH WAY, NEW INN,
PONTYPOOL
01495 762409
SUPREME STYLIST
CLIFF HACKER,
NUTHOUSE
With more than forty years
experience in the hair industry, Cliff
Hacker of Newports Nuthouse feels
more condent than ever before and
relishes the opportunity to work with
clients to the salon that are after that
something a little different.
Having trained at some of the
countrys top academies, including
Vidal Sassoon and Toni and
Guy, Cliff has also trained under
international stylists and enjoys every
opportunity to further his training
and technique.
Having been established n
Newport for thirty years this July,
Cliffs passion for hair is as strong as
ever and something that runs very
deep.
Why not pop in and see Cliff
and his equally as passionate team
for a makeover this summer?
THE NUTHOUSE
NEWPORT ARCADE,
NEWPORT CITY CENTRE
T: 01633264238
WWW.
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shopping and style
ManWorld
HIT THE STREETS
THIS SPRING
WITH THIS 1950S
BEACH BOYS-
INSPIRED LOOK,
CONSISTING OF
A COOL SUMMER
SHIRT, WITH
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FOCUSSING ON STYLE, PERSONAL
INTERESTS AND GADGETS...
MAN TOY
Need help getting the perfect body for the summer? Then this
months Man Toy is the gadget for you!
Set your tness goals then track your daily activity with the Fitbit
Flex tracker.
As your constant companion, the easy-to-wear wristband tracks
calories burned, steps taken and distance travelled, as well as
monitoring your sleep patterns to help you learn how to sleep
better.
All of the collected data can then be viewed on your Android
or IOS device, and it even rewards you with special badges
once you have achieved your tness goals.
You can also compare your stats with friends and family, as
well as users from all over the world to see how you shape up.
FITBIT FLEX WIRELESS ACTIVITY AND SLEEP TRACKING WRISTBAND
79.99 TESCO, CURRYS OR ARGOS. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THIS FANTASTIC GADGET
VISIT FITBIT.COM/UK/FLEX
MAN HOBBY
Gardening can be a very rewarding hobby, especially if you
decide to plant and grow your own produce, and it can be a great
form of outdoor exercise too.
Spending a little time tending to the garden can be wonderfully
meditative and your body will thank you for the fresh air and the
vitamin D.
It can be a lot of hard work at times, but you will really benefit
from all the time and effort that you put in.
Theres nothing quite as nice as sitting outside in a beautiful
garden during the summertime or eating your home-grown fruit and
vegetables for free.
If you have kids of your own why not plant some seeds
together?
It can be loads of fun for youngsters as theyll have a real
excuse to get dirty!
If youre a beginner, or would like to learn more about
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ast year, we were inundated with
entrants from up and down the country
not just South Wales.
It was amazing boys and girls got
on board, with our eventual winner being
the lovely Zoe Sweeting from Cwmbran.
This years competition is set to be bigger and
better than ever before.
For the rst time ever the South Wales Next
Top Model nal will be combined with the V
Awards, making it a huge night with hundreds of
people watching the action.
And, for the rst time ever, the rst stage of
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readers to vote for, with the nal six taking to the
catwalk in October.
This years main prize, which comes courtesy
of Rhys Giles Hair and Beauty, is a whopping
600 of haircare, which can be enjoyed at
either of the Rhys Giles salons throughout 2015.
Other prizes, including a portfolio photo
shoot and a Voice front cover are also up for
grabs.
Tempted to enter? Heres what you need
to know. Of course we need you to send in a
picture of yourself feel free to send up to ve,
but within that we need you to send a make-up
free head and shoulder shot of yourself looking
as natural as possible. No seles please!
You can enter via post (form on next page) or
you can enter online at wearevoice.co.uk
You can also e-mail your entries to voice@
wearevoice.co.uk
The competition is open to guys and gals
aged 14-years-old and over.
Full terms and conditions are next to
the form.
If youre talking about the competition
online use the hashtag #swntm on
Twitter or tag Voice the Essential
Local mag in your posts.
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WERE LAUNCHING THE 2014
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Rules for the 2014 South Wales Next Top
Model:
1) Only one entry per model will be accepted. 2) Entries sent
via post, dropped into our ofce, collected by us or received
as e-mail will be counted. 3) The rst round of nalists will be
selected by a team of judges. There will be four voting rounds
in total. The rst round of 24 models will appear in voice in
the August 2014 edition, the second which will include 12
nalists in the September edition, the nal six will appear in
the October edition and the nalists will be selected on the
night of the V Awards in October 2014 (exact date TBC). 4)
The sponsors decision is nal. 5) The competition is open to
men and women, there is no upper age restriction. 6) Voting
forms will not be accepted without all required information
being completed and we reserve the right to retract the place
of any nalist if they provide false information. If a form is sent
to us incomplete, or we are sent inappropriate pictures we
may get in touch for further information or new images this is
dependent on time constraints and so does not automatically
apply. 7) Model entrants must be over 14, entries for those
aged 16 or under will not be accepted unless accompanied
by the signature of a parent or guardian. 8) Some prizes may
require a guardian to be present if the winner is aged under
18. Information is available on request. 9) Any nalists aged
16 and under will require a chaperone at all stages of the
competition and will not be able to proceed without one. 10)
Prizes will only be redeemable to the overall winner. 11) We
will require models to be open to ideas on styling from the
expert team. However, at no stage will we do anything without
your consent. 12) We cannot apply hair colouring to any
nalist or winner aged under 18. 13) All pictures entered must
have been taken within the last three months. 14) All entries
must be with us by no later than July 10, 2014 at 9am. 15) The
rst round of nalists will be announced in the August 2014
edition of Voice and voting will open to select the nal 12. The
nal 12 will be whittled down to six during a further round of
voting, with the nal six invited to take part at a catwalk event
in October 2014. At this event the nalists will be whittled
down to the winner. Information on voting TBC. 16) If you are
sending in hard copy pictures or discs, please be aware we
will not be able to return these to you.
17) If any of the questions marked with *arent completed we
reserve the right to scrap the form. 18) If any forms that require
a guardians signature arent signed we will not enter them into
the competition. Similarly, if it is found that signatures provided
are fake we will exclude the entry from the competition.
proud sponsors:
By post or by hand:
Simply ll out the form below, attach a pic of yourself and send it to Voice,
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Electronically:
E-mail us at voice@wearevoice.co.uk with a recent image of yourself
and the information below:
Name* .................................................................................................................................................................
Address* .................................................................................................................................................................
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Email* .................................................................................................................................................................
Facebook page .................................................................................................................................................................
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Hips* .................................................................................................................................................................
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Is your hair natural?* If no, please state here what has been done i.e. extensions, colour etc. ..................................................................
What date (approx) was your picture taken? .........................................................................................................................
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Tell us a bit about yourself in no more than 50 words* ........................................................................................................
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(Entrants signature if 16 or over, if aged under 16, a parent or guardian must sign. All questions marked with * MUST be completed.)
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It was back in 1987 that Lorna and Steve Giles
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Lorna, a multi-award-winning stylist took her
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and accolades along the way.
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With Rhys as the face of the salon, many more
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And now with two salons, one in Cwmbran and
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While awards are great, it is what you produce
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We pride ourselves on offering the very best
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its all about attention to detail.
This high standard comes from the companys in-
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approved training centre, the salon always develops
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They are totally immersed in the Rhys Giles culture.
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And 2014 is shaping up to be an incredible year
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this the weather will be as glorious as
it was this time last year and you and
the family will be in the garden enjoying every
second of the sunshine.
If it is sunny, why not have some real fun this
weekend and make a slip-slidingly amazing
water slide for the garden? Heres how.
1) Get hold of some plastic sheeting
Perhaps youve had a new sofa delivered in the
last few weeks, or maybe you know someone
that works somewhere where plastic sheeting is
readily available its easy to get hold of a big
piece of plastic sheeting. Just make sure its not
to thin or too thick (about 3-5mm should do the
trick) and that its about 6ft long.
2) Find somewhere suitable to put it
Of course, a slight slope of even a hill would be
best, but make sure you have a safe landing spot.
Once youve found your spot, roll out the plastic
and secure it.
3) Get soapy
Grab a bottle of washing up liquid and squirt the
whole thing out over the sheeting.
4) Get the hose out
If youve got a sprinkler head for your hose, pop
it on and then secure your hose to the top of your
slide and turn the tap on!
Tips:
Squirt some soap along the slide will make
it much more slippery. It also helps to prevent
scrapes. Plus it gets your kids clean in the
process. Who said bath time isnt fun.
HAVE A GREAT TIME!
If you really wanted to go all out you could lay
down some playground sand under the plastic to
allow for an even more comfortable experience.
Dont use too much sand or else the plastic will
bunch up and create divots, and be more likely
to tear.
Placing sand bags on the sides of the slide
allows for added security and helps to hold the
slide in place as well.
A tent peg or large headed stake pounded
through the plastic into the ground, at the top of
the slide will help to keep the slide in place.
If the area allows, make room for a running
path to get a good head start for the older kids.
Kids is a loose term since I have seen some
university kids do some pretty amazing things
on a water slide. Not to mention a few parents.
Using a scrap piece of hose
the width or your slide and
poking a hole in it every few
inches in a straight line, will
allow the water to disperse
evenly.
Of course, if it isnt paddling
pool weather, you can always
save this page for July or
August when hopefully it
will be.
Schools To Bloom in 2014
Children in need
of Welsh Homes
A
ction for Children
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is seeking local people
living in Wales to help change the
life of a vulnerable young person by
becoming a foster carer this Foster
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There is currently a shortage of
600 foster carers in Wales, and the
charity is keen to find people who
have got what it takes to open up
their home to a child in care.
Jason Hughes, practice manager
at the Action for Children
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Newport, said: There is a desperate
need for more foster carers in
Wales.
We are looking for people
who can offer a safe environment
and unconditional love to a young
person in need of support.
If you can help, please get in
touch.
For more information, please
contact Action for Childrens Taith
Newydd on 01633 270422.
Newport In Bloom is re-
vamping its competitions
for children and schools for
2014.
It is introducing a schools
award scheme that will
support school gardens rather
than encourage them to
compete against each other.
Prizes will be awarded
when a school achieves
the next level in the award
scheme.
To help out, Newport
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schools a gardening mentor
to help pupils with their
efforts if they wish.
Now, each year there will
be competitions in different
age groups that are open to
children at home, school,
nursery, with childminders or
at cubs and brownies, etc.
This years competitions
for children will be tallest
sunflower for children aged
two to four-years-old; grow a
hairy monster in a decorated
plant pot (any grassy/leafy
plant) for five to seven-year-
olds; make and decorate an
insect hotel for youngsters
aged seven to nine-years-
old; and create a garden on
a dinner plate for ages ten
and up.
Would you like more
information? If so,
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Centre.
The free family events include a
gardening workshop on May 28 go green
and learn how to make your garden grow.
On May 29, you can meet some new
friends at the mini-zoo there will be
slithering snakes, cheeky meerkats and
lively lizards and lots more animals on
show.
DONT FORGET THERES STILL
TWO HOURS OF FREE PARKING,
MONDAY TO SATURDAY, 7AM TO
6PM.
The Open University is incorporated by Royal Charter (RC 000391), an exempt charity in England and Wales and a charity registered in Scotland (SC 038302).
You may be able to study for free.
By taking one of our Access modules youll gain valuable skills and knowledge at the same time
as giving your confdence and CV a real boost. Depending on your income and previous study
experience you may even be able to study for free!
Our Access modules are designed as a gentle introduction to university study, so are ideal if youre
not sure about studying at university level, or if its been a while since you last studied.
There are three Access modules to choose from:
Arts and languages
People, work and society
Science, technology and maths
For more information, request a prospectus today.
Visit www.openuniversity.co.uk/ug-access
Call (029) 2047 1170
Email Wales@open.ac.uk
Boost your confidence
and CV.
Efallai y gallwch astudio am ddim.
Drwy astudio un on modiwlau Mynediad, byddwch yn meithrin sgiliau a gwybodaeth werthfawr,
yn ogystal rhoi hwb ich hyder ach CV. Yn dibynnu ar eich incwm ach profad astudio blaenorol,
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Ffoniwch (029) 2047 1170
Ebost Wales@open.ac.uk
Rhowch hwb ich
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The Open University is incorporated by Royal Charter (RC 000391), an exempt charity in England and Wales and a charity registered in Scotland (SC 038302).
You may be able to study for free.
By taking one of our Access modules youll gain valuable skills and knowledge at the same time
as giving your confdence and CV a real boost. Depending on your income and previous study
experience you may even be able to study for free!
Our Access modules are designed as a gentle introduction to university study, so are ideal if youre
not sure about studying at university level, or if its been a while since you last studied.
There are three Access modules to choose from:
Arts and languages
People, work and society
Science, technology and maths
For more information, request a prospectus today.
Visit www.openuniversity.co.uk/ug-access
Call (029) 2047 1170
Email Wales@open.ac.uk
Boost your confidence
and CV.
Efallai y gallwch astudio am ddim.
Drwy astudio un on modiwlau Mynediad, byddwch yn meithrin sgiliau a gwybodaeth werthfawr,
yn ogystal rhoi hwb ich hyder ach CV. Yn dibynnu ar eich incwm ach profad astudio blaenorol,
efallai y byddwch hyd yn oed yn gallu astudio am ddim!
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ddelfrydol os nad ydych yn sir yngln ag astudio ar lefel prifysgol neu os oes peth amser ers
i chi astudio ddiwethaf.
Mae dewis o dri modiwl Mynediad:
Celfyddydau ac ieithoedd
Pobl, gwaith a chymdeithas
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Ewch i www.openuniversity.co.uk/ug-access
Ffoniwch (029) 2047 1170
Ebost Wales@open.ac.uk
Rhowch hwb ich
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Ymgorforir y Brifysgol Agored gan Siarter Frenhinol (RC 000391), elusen eithriedig yng Nghymru a Lloegr ac elusen gofrestredig yn yr Alban (SC 038302).
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music from two stages over
the Bank Holiday weekend
(Saturday 24 to Monday
26 May) plus walkabout
entertainers, a musical treasure
hunt and loads of family fun.
From Tuesday 27 to
Thursday 29 May, the
fun continues with music
workshops for the kids, street
theatre and a treasure hunt.
Plus comedy and music from
Titan the Robot on Friday 30
May and performances from
Tenovus Choirs on Saturday 31
May.
On Sunday 1 June, weve got
Capital Radios pop-up studio
on the quayside, with great
music and giveaways.
PLUS waterfront restaurants,
cafs and bars, the Bute Street
Boutiques and much more.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
VISIT OUR WEBSITE:
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his grand Victorian house frst
opened as a nursery in January of
1989, with current owner, Mr Yatin
Mianger, taking over the business in
2008.
As well as the nursery celebrating a
quarter of a century of offering fantastic
childcare, its also my sixth year
anniversary on May 6th too! said owner
Yatin.
Norfolk House was one of the very
frst nurseries to open in the area, and
today plays an important part within the
Newport childcare industry.
During the past six years weve made
major improvements to the nursery,
making Norfolk house one of the largest
and best day care nurseries for miles
around.
Fun and learning is the heart and
soul of Norfolk House Nursery, with long
serving staff members playing a vital role
in the high standards and professional
childcare service on offer; consistent
positive feedback from parents is proof of
the hard work and dedication that each
and every carer brings to their job.
Every room of the impressive building
is fun, bright, fully interactive and
visually stimulating, flled with happy
children and attentive care workers.
There are also loads of fun activities
outside too, with a grassy park-like play
area flled with swings, slides and things
to climb, and also a hard-standing area
great for riding scooters, tricycles and toy
cars.
Our promise is simply to provide
the highest standards, with the aim of
being a home away from home for your
child. In the absence of their parents, we
strive to provide a safe, happy and loving
environment, where the children are
encouraged to learn through interaction
and play. said manageress Julia, whos
worked at Norfolk House since 1991.
Theres no greater feeling in the world
to see a happy childs smiling face, my
job is very rewarding, watching these
amazing children play, learn and grow
into confdent young people.
Norfolk House Nursery is also
renowned for their fantastic food, which
is freshly prepared in-house by their
wonderful chef. The menus are regularly
rotated to ensure that the children get
a healthy and balanced meal plan at all
times. Should your child have special
dietary requirements, dont hesitate to
ask.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT
THEIR CHILDCARE SERVICES, YOU
CAN VISIT THEIR WEBSITE AT WWW.
NORFOLKHOUSENURSERY.CO.UK
TO ORGANISE A VISIT DAY, TO SEE
FOR YOURSELF WHAT MAKES THIS
PARTICULAR NEWPORT NURSERY SO
GOOD, YOU CAN GIVE THE WONDERFUL
TEAM A CALL TODAY ON 01633
840243.
OWNER YATIN ALONG WITH THE
LONG SERVING STAFF MEMBERS
AND CARERS AT NORFOLK HOUSE
LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU
VERY SOON! LOCATED AT 9 CAERAU
CRESCENT, NEWPORT, NP20 4HG,
WHICH IS A SHORT WALK AWAY FROM
ST WOOLOS HOSPITAL.
The extremely popular Norfolk House Nursery, which
is located on Caerau Cresent in Newport, celebrates
its twenty-ffth anniversary this year.
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pie? What about flying
a kite? Have you built a
den recently or cooked a meal on a
campfire? This May bank holiday
weekend (24 25 May) the park
at Tredegar House comes alive
with their annual launch of the 50
Things to do before 11 - a list of
fun activities to encourage children
to get back into nature. Its the
perfect opportunity to head down
with the family, leave the gadgets
at home and join the adventure out
in the wild! The event is free for all
and will run from 11 4pm.
May is a full month at Tredegar
House with the return of the ever
popular Pirate Day on the 26th
May, 11 4pm. Pirates will be
taking over the House and Gardens
for a day of swashbuckling fun and
sea shanties. Dig out your eye patch
and your cutlass and head down
in your best buccaneer costume.
Have a go at walking the plank,
throw some cannon balls and get
stuck in the stocks as well as loads
of other fun pirate capers. Normal
admission charges apply to Pirate
Day event; Gift Aid 20 per family
group (2 adults, 2 children), 8 per
adult and 4 per child. National
Trust Members go free.
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WHY NOT ADOPT?
The South East Wales Adoption Service is now made
up of Newport, Caerphilly, Blaenau Gwent, Torfaen and
Monmouthshire local authorities as part of a new Welsh
Government initiative to deliver a regional adoption
service throughout the South East Wales area.
WHAT IS ADOPTION?
Adoption is a way of giving a child a forever family in
circumstances where they are not able to remain with
their birth parents. Adoption is a process in which the
legal parental rights are permanently transferred to the
adoptive parents.
WHO ARE THE CHILDREN?
The children who need adoptive families are on average
between nine months to seven years old. There are single
children as well as sibling groups that need adoptive
placements where they can grow up together. Not being
able to fnd adoptive placements for sibling groups may
mean that brothers and sisters may be separated.
WHO CAN ADOPT?
Adoption is open to more than you might think; you dont
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off. Adoption is open to single applicants, gay, lesbian
and transgender applicants and theres no age limit to
who can adopt. The most important part of adoption is to
provide children with a loving and stable home for them
to grow and reach their full potential.
WHAT TO DO NEXT?
If you are interested in adoption you can contact us
directly on 01495 355766 to speak to a member of the
team. You can get more information from our website
www.adoptionsoutheastwales.co.uk or email adoption@
blaenau-gwent.gov.uk.
We run information sessions bi-monthly where
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and fnd out more about adoption in a relaxed and
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01495 355766
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he Llanyrafon Manor Country
Fayre celebrated the best of local
food, farming and the countryside
in Torfaen and Caerphilly, with more
than 35 food, drink and craft producers
from across the South East Wales
region showcasing their
produce in the brilliant
sunshine.
Visitors enjoyed a
diverse programme
of events including
musicians and dancers,
cookery demonstrations,
wildlife talks and traditional country
games such as barrel rolling, may pole
dancing and a tug-of-war.
The Rural Development Team
(Create) explains: We are very proud
of the Llanyrafon Manor Country Fayre
attracting over 6,500 visitors and hope
that the monthly Llanyrafon Manor
Food & Craft Market will continue to
draw in the visitors to the Manor.
Visitors to the monthly
Llanyrafon Manor Food
& Craft Market can enjoy
meeting local producers of
food, drink and craft; fnding
out about the way in which
their products are produced
and created. From local
bread, cheese, brews and pies to items
of craft such as jewellery, woodcraft,
haberdashery and up-cycled products.
The Llanyrafon Manor Food &
Craft Market runs every last Sunday
of the month, 10am 2pm within the
beautifully restored Manor grounds.
Llanyrafon Manor Rural Heritage
Centre, Llanfrechfa Way, Llanyrafon,
Cwmbran, NP44 8HT.
If you would like more information
about the market or would like to
have a stall please contact the Rural
Development Team on 01495 742416
or email create@torfaen.gov.uk.
You can also check us out on the
Llanyrafon Manor Food and
Craft Market Facebook
or @LlanyMMarket Twitter pages.
After the successful Llanyrafon Manor Country Fayre Event,
which brought in over 6,500 visitors, the Manor will continue
to showcase the very best of local produce and craft with the
monthly Llanyrafon Manor Food & Craft Market.
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Make friends with all the animals and learn about rare
breeds, including really cute Kune Kune Pigs
Meet and play with rabbits and Guinea Pigs
in their large pen Pony rides
80 acres of stunning countryside Kids parties
Toddler-friendly play area School/nursery trips
Explore the farm land Family-priced tickets
Stay all day Feed the animals
Spacious New family restaurant Covered heated area
LOTS OF NEWFRIENDS
TOSEE INCLUDINGLAMBS, KID GOATS,
CALVES AND SHETLAND PONIES.
CANT GET TO US?
WE CAN BRING THE ANIMALS TO YOU!
Call us for details about our site visits to your school,
nursery, private residence or special event...
Choose a variety of animals, big or small,
even the reindeers can visit
Excludes schools and bank holidays. Usual price - 4.50 per adult, 3.50 per child, Concessions 4.
Family ticket (2 adults, 2 children) 15. Free for children under 1 years old. Cash only
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Tel. 01633 680905 Mob. 07788 233187
walnuttreefarmpark@gmail.com
Open daily 10am - 5pm (last admission 4pm)
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Lots of
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soft play
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SUMMER HOLIDAY SPECIALS
KEEPING THE FAMILY ENTERTAINED IN THE
SUMMER HOLIDAYS
MELLOW MONDAYS
Barry Island | July 21 | August 11 | 12pp
Porthcawl | July 28 | August 18 | 12pp
Tenby | August 4 | August 25 | 15pp
THRILLING TUESDAYS
Cheddar Gorge | July 22 | 27pp*
Alton Towers Resort | July 29 | 49pp*
LEGOLAND Windsor Resort | August 5 | 46pp*
Longleat Safari and Adventure Park | August 12 | 35*
Oakwood Theme Park | August 19 | 33pp*
Thorpe Park | August 26 | 42pp*
WALKABOUT WEDNESDAYS
Swansea | July 23 | August 13 | 12pp
Bristol | July 30 | August 20 | 13pp
(with drop offs at Bristol Zoo, City Centre
and Bristol Aquarium)
Bath | August 6 | August 27 | 14pp
With its customers in mind and more than 100 feedback forms
and suggestions gained from last years successful Christmas
trips, the programme features more than 50 trips to 28
destinations running until the end of October.
A
day out!
great
IF YOURE LOOKING FOR A WAY TO SPEND THOSE LONG
BANK HOLIDAY WEEKENDS, SUMMER HOLIDAYS AND
SPRING SATURDAYS THEN LOOK NO FURTHER THAN
NEWPORT TRANSPORT , WHICH HAS A RANGE OF DAY
TRIPS PROGRAMMED FOR THE COMING MONTHS.
WHY NOT TAKE A LOOK AND GET BOOKING?
ENJOY A GREAT DAY OUT
Swansea | Saturday, May 10 | 12pp
Alton Towers Resort |Saturday, May 17 | 49pp*
Abergavenny Markets | Tuesday, May 20 | 11pp
Tenby | Bank Holiday Monday, May 26 | 15pp
Oakwood Theme Park | Saturday, June 7 | 33pp*
Cheltenham | Saturday, June 22 | 13pp
Mystery Trip | Sunday, June 29 | 13pp
Bath | Sunday, July 6 | 13pp
Abergavenny Markets | Tuesday, July 15 | 11pp
Royal Welsh Show | Tuesday, July 22 | 14pp
Moreton-in-Marsh Markets | Tuesday, August 5 | 13pp
Tenby | Bank Holiday Monday, August 25 | 15pp
Weymouth | Sunday, August 31 | 17pp
Ludlow | Sunday, September 7 | 13pp
Oxford | Saturday, September 20 | 15pp
Abergavenny Farmers Market | Thursday, September 25 | 11pp
Longleat House and Gardens | Saturday, September 27 | 22pp*
Wye Valley Brewery Tour | Saturday, October 11 | 26pp
(includes tour, four half pints and pub lunch)
* Includes entry
Prices listed are per adult. Concessionary, child, student and
coach only discounts are available on selected trips.
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Cosmeston Lakes and Medieval Village | July 24
| August 7 | August 21| 9pp*
St Fagans | July 31 | August 14 | August 28 | 9pp*
FASCINATING FRIDAYS
Tintern Abbey | July 25 | August 15 | 15pp*
Castell Coch | August 1 | August 22 | 12pp*
Big Pitt National Coal Museum | August 8 |
August 29 | 9pp*
* Includes entry
Prices listed are per adult. Concessionary, child, student and coach
only discounts are available on selected trips.
Under 12? Get 1 off selected trips!
For more information or to book call 01633 211202 or visit the
Newport Bus Travel centre located in Newport Market.
www.ntcoachhire.co.uk
Terms & Conditions
Newport Transport expects each excursions to go ahead as
advertised, but reserves the right to cancel any tour at our discretion.
In the event of a cancellation you may accept a comparable
alternative or cancel the booking and receive a full refund.
For full terms and conditions please visit www.ntcoachhire.co.uk.
CALL 01633
211202 OR
VISIT OUR
TRAVEL CENTRE
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David Green found employment at
Newports main transport provider.
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he frm he was working for was
downsizing and that meant there was
no longer a job for him.
Having been employed for all his
working life, he did not anticipate the
diffculty in fnding new employment.
Mr Green was not able to fnd a
permanent role for more than a year, and
then he decided to write a letter to the
Argus about his situation.
His luck changed when his letter
featured as front page news on February
20.
The response was overwhelming but one
reaction stood out.
Mr Green was personally offered
an interview with Newport Bus by the
managing director of Newport Transport,
Scott Pearson.
Mr Pearson said: As a business we are
always looking for good people to join our
company, with a proactive attitude such as
David has demonstrated. Therefore, we are
more than happy that David has completed
our interview and selection process with
fying colours. David is now embarking on
our comprehensive PCV training course
which will mean on completion that David
can join our fantastic team of PCV drivers
employed here at Newport Transport.
Bus driving is not an easy career path to
undertake, therefore at Newport Transport
we have massive respect for our staff which
I am are sure David will ft into very well.
Mr Green started work for Newport
Transport at its depot in Corporation Road
while undergoing his training to become a
licensed bus driver.
He said: I was very excited to receive
the news from Scott Pearson and I would
like to thank him for offering me this
opportunity.
Im keen to take on this new challenge,
to learn a new skill and to get on the road
to be a Newport Bus driver.
Newport Transport LTD runs Newport
Bus, NT Servicing and MOT Centre, NT
Commercial Driver Training Centre and NT
Contract Maintenance Division.
The company currently employs more
than 275 people, including 156 bus drivers
that operate a feet of almost 100 busses.
VISIT NEWPORTBUS.CO.UK AND
NEWPORTTRANSPORT.CO.UK FOR MORE
INFORMATION AND FOR THE LATEST
JOB OPPORTUNITIES. INTERESTED IN
BECOMING A BUS OR LORRY DRIVER
CALL 01633 261886 OR VISIT
WWW.NT-DRIVERTRAINING.CO.UK
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Whats on at Westons 2014
Friday 4th April Sunday 2nd November,
10am -4pm daily
Play Park NOW OPEN.
Childrens play area and picnic area.
John Deere pedal tractors.
Sunday 8th June Open Farm Sunday
A fun day out for all the family. FREE EVENT
Ballet Cymru:Week of Pines and The
Same Flame
Ballet Cymru are joined by Welsh
Music Prize winner Georgia Ruth and Award Winning
Composer Thomas Hewit Jones.
Saturday 3 May, 7.30pm
Al Lewis
Singer Songwriter Al Lewis comes to The Riverfront on
Saturday 10 May at 7.45pm
Formby
A funny, touching and thoughtul play about George Formby
Friday 23 May, 7.30pm
www.newport.gov.uk/theriverfront
www.facebook.com/theriverfront
www.twiter.com/riverfrontarts
The Riverfront
Kingsway
Newport NP20 1HG
01633 656757
Live Performance at
The Riverfront
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Plants for sale are surplus bedding plants suitable
for hanging baskets, tubs, pots, etc, also shrubs
and perennials available.
For more information visit
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Saturday 24th May - Telford Street Depot, 9am - 2pm
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K I T C H E N B E D R O O M B A T H R O O M L I V I N G R O O M G A R D E N
Bird in The Frame
We love this its slightly quirky, but its great, dont you
think? Add this to your home by visiting pierrotetcoco.com
What better place to nest your
tea leaves than in this lovely bird-
cage tea pot from Tesco? Perfect
for tea for one and just 10.
This is a lovely treat for any
home, and at 6 from Tesco,
can you really afford to not
put one in the trolley next time
you go to the supermarket.
Tea For One
37.50 from bohero.eu, this
is a stylish birdfeeder that is
suitable for any garden.
Fowl tray
Handcrafted, laminated birch
wood tray with a Swan Lake
design, this lovely addition to
your home is 18 from
onebrowncow.co.uk
A COCKATOO OR TWO?
Professionally
painted onto cotton
canvas and ready
to hang, these
cockatoo images
are the perfect
retro touch for any
home. Prices start
at 89 and theyre
available from
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In The
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Is the head buried in the
sand? We love this ostrich
table from www.french-
bedroomcompany.co.uk
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Weve found a wonderful collection
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We love these birdie storage cans from
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At 4.50 this melamine birdy
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any picnic basket this summer.
At just 7 from berryred.co.uk,
can you afford not to add this
birdie feature to your home?
WHAT A LARK!
Inspired by childhood memories of going
bird spotting with an eye spy book, this
pretty collection of home wares has a retro
1950s vibe. Each tumbler is 7.50 from
cotswoldtrading.com
These lovely feather-lled
cushions give a country feel to
any home. Theyre from
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FEATHER YOUR NEST
A FLAP OF A STEAL!
This gorgeous birdie storage from www.
scandinavianshop.co.uk is just 12.99
what better way to store your tea?
HOME TO ROOST
Not meant for actual birds, this wooden
birdhouse is perfect for brightening up
any shelf. With a colourful oral pattern
and a wooden bird about to take ight
on the front, its 22 from
pierrotetcoco.com
What a gorgeous piece to nest
away all those toys and unwanted
bits and bobs? From www.berryred.
co.uk these storage boxes come in
a selection of sizes and colours with
prices starting at just 50.
A Bird Box
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Suppliers of top quality
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Our selection includes:
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We are pleased to offer a fantastic selection of
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Expert advice is always available why not call in today
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We can also help with
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CASHBROKERS
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Cashbrokers store provides
a modern pawn broking and
cheque cashing service to Newports
local community and businesses.
Owner David and his team have
won numerous awards in the three
years the business has been open.
David said: Its such a great
feeling to be part of the positive
regeneration of Newport City Centre.
Wed like to thank all our customers
for their business, many of whom will
just pop in to say hello or to have a
look at the jewellery window.
From the awards weve won
and the feedback we get, it is great
to know how much our customers
appreciate us and the customer
service we give them.
Our best efforts to meet their
individual needs and to ensure
complete discretion are always of
highest priority.
Our location on Skinner Street
by the new bus station makes visits
to the shop nice and convenient and
there is usually a free parking spot
outside to pop in.
Cashbrokers offers a number
of different options for people and
businesses who need to raise money
quickly and is located at 15 Skinner
Street, Newport, NP20 1HA.
For more information call
01633 253749 or e-mail newport@
cashbrokers.co.uk or check out www.
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N
ewhaus is an attractive new
development of 64 exclusive
riverside apartments set in the
Old Town Dock area in Newport City
Centre.
Theres a wide variety of luxury one
and two bedroom apartments, with
undercroft parking, landscaped courtyard
and beautiful riverside views.
Ofcially Wales youngest city,
Newport has a bright future and
Newhaus is at the heart of it.
The exclusive development is part of
wider plans to re-establish Newport as
the cultural and cosmopolitan heart of
South Wales.
Surrounded by the dramatic Welsh
countryside and a far-reaching scenic
coastline, Newport offers the perfect
location Newhaus offers the
perfect place to live and relax.
The M4 Motorway is
approximately a ve-minute drive
away, connecting to the cities of
Cardiff and Bristol.
The apartments are also within
walking distance of Newports bus
and railway stations, perfect for the
daily commute to work.
The two wharf-style buildings
take inspiration from the citys rich
maritime heritage and are designed to
give you the best in stylish city living.
Each apartment boasts its own private
balcony and comes with secure under-
croft parking as standard with either a
river or courtyard view.
Combined with generous, green
landscaped areas Newhaus is the
ultimate place for modern, comfortable,
city living.
One-bedroom apartments start from
as little as 74,950 and there is also a
help to buy scheme which lets buyers
move in from just 5,000.
Call 01633 214087 for more
information or visit newhaus.co.uk
The Newhaus marketing suite is open
ve-days-a-week, Thursday to Monday
between 10.30am and 4.30pm.
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hire Hall, Newport has
proven the off-plan market is
back with more than 50 per
cent of the scheme already sold
prior to completion.
The development offers buyers
a mixture of Edwardian architecture
with the latest in contemporary
living within the Grade II listed
building.
Originally built by the architect
William Tanner in 1902, Shire
Hall is an Edwardian designed
civic building which served as the
county hall for Monmouth County
Council.
It has now been restored to
reect its history, style and the
extravagance of the period by
the same team that converted the
Lansdowne Hotel and Russell Court
in Cardiff.
Buyers can choose from
a studio, one or two-bedroom
apartment with the option of secure
allocated parking.
The development is being
marketed by Savills new homes
team.
Lisa Howells, of Savills, said:
With the experience of marketing
period conversions such as The
Old Arts College in Newport,
we know the current appetite for
apartments in this kind of property.
The fact that 70 per cent of
the properties in phase one have
already been sold is evidence of
this.
This really proves there is a
real demand for good quality
housing in established residential
locations.
Phase 2 has now been
released to the market, a
combination of just seven, one and
two-bedroom town houses and
two-bedroom apartments.
Shire Hall succeeds in
bringing together an attractive
Edwardian building with all the
character features of the time, with
a high specication interior which
fulls all the needs of a modern
home.
Each apartment has its own
original charm with the penthouses
offering views of the city.
With the majority of property
exempt from stamp duty, the
development is an appealing
prospect for local buyers and
investors alike.
Two new show apartments
are available for viewing by
appointment only.
Prices at Shire Hall start from
70,000.
For further information, contact
Savills on 02920 368 931 or visit
www.savills.co.uk
Shire Hall proves the
off plan market is back!
NEWHAUS. STYLISH,
CONTEMPORARY LIVING IN
THE HEART OF NEWPORT
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INTRODUCING OUR
We spoke to Scott Sanders, director of Derwen
about his ambitions for Wales only older
peoples housing company.
What is Derwen?
Derwen provides housing and related services
informed by the needs, aspirations and concerns
of older people. We already offer a wide range
of services designed to make it easier for people
to live a healthy, independent life within their
community and our ambition is to deliver new,
innovative approaches to older peoples housing,
always centred on the needs of the individual.
What does Derwen mean?
Derwen is the Welsh word for oak. We worked
with residents, staff and our board to come up
with a name and a brand that captured and
communicated our values and ambitions for the
new company: Trust, permanence, strength and a
positive sense of age and longevity.
Is Derwen starting from scratch?
Yes and no. Newport Housing Trust began
looking for a company to join in mid-2013 and
Seren Group was selected in November 2013 as
the partner of choice. Charter Housing also spoke
to its residents living in dedicated older peoples
housing about the potential to join and they
decided to transfer into Derwen.
What inspired you to create Derwen?
Our residents. We have wanted to nd
a way to specialise in older peoples
housing and support but we didnt
have enough critical mass. Derwen
starts work with more than 1,000
homes for older people and this is a
solid foundation on which to grow and
innovate.
Derwen and the Seren Group, of
which were part, have a wealth of
experience in providing homes and services
for older people ranging from homes with
extra care to a specialist centre for early onset
dementia.
Why do older people need their own
housing company?
A key reason is changing demographics and the
expanding older population. In Wales the median
age has risen from 36.5 in 1985 to 42.1 in 2014
and is projected to rise to 43.7 by 2035.
We strongly believe that we owe it to older
people to invest in service needs. We want
to innovate and push boundaries in creating
excellent services and homes for older people.
What makes older people different?
The same thing that makes us all different,
individuality. But there are distinct challenges that
many older people face as they age, such as sight
and mobility impairment, digital exclusion, social
isolation and nancial instability.
Our resident panel is made of people with a
wide range of career and personal backgrounds
who all have a huge amount to contribute to
shaping their housing company they and our
other residents also tend to have the time to really
engage in their company and the wide range of
events and activities we organise.
Will you move into a Derwen home when
you get old(er)?
I hope so! Theres already a waiting list for our
homes, which reects how desirable they are
but also the shortfall in suitable housing for older
people. If we deliver on our ambitions, maybe Ill
be lucky enough to become a resident but thats
a long way off!
www.derwen-cymru.co.uk
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Come taste our delights from our menu
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Warm friendly family business for 30 + years
Gorgeous home cooked food
Home produced plants
Fantastic toy department.
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Tel: 01291 673603 | www.uskgardencentre.co.uk
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The Voice eatery of the month is
the multi-award winning Bell Inn.
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his fantastic little pub and restaurant is a firm
favourite with the local people of Caerleon, as
well as for food lovers from all over the county
who travel to this sought-after dining destination.
Originally starting life as an old coaching inn,
The Bell has been an integral part of the local way of
life for more than four centuries.
Owners Lee Taylor and Lee Selway have
successfully run The Bell Inn since 2009, focussing
on the traditional values of a classic pub their
extensive choice of real ales, ciders and perrys has
won them numerous Camra awards.
As well as having a sterling reputation for
offering a wide range of quality drinks from the
well-stocked bar, the owners are also highly regarded
for serving some of the best food around, winning
numerous V Awards and other prizes.
The highly skilled and dedicated chefs offer
a bountiful selection of popular British classics,
they hand craft each and every dish using the finest
locally sourced ingredients.
Most of the dishes on offer include award
winning real ales and ciders, which have been used
to give the food a distinctive taste.
The award winning restaurant is open every day,
serving lunch between noon and 2.30pm and evening
dinner from 6pm until 9.30pm.
Why not take advantage of the amazing lunch
time classic menu this spring? For only 10.95 you
can choose any appetiser or dessert, plus a main
course from this money-saving menu.
Sunday lunch at the Bell is always a special
event, when you can treat the family to a spectacular
Sunday roast with all the trimmings.
Booking in advance is well advised as spaces fill
very quickly.
The bar at The Bell Inn is open all day every
day from noon until 11pm and serves a wide range
of freshly ground coffee, teas and soft drinks, plus a
selection of premium lagers, spirits and wines.
During the May bank holiday weekend the two
Lees will be holding their annual real ale, cider and
perry festival at the Bell Inn.
The festival starts on Friday, May 2, and lasts
until Monday, May 5.
Pop along and enjoy live music, daily barbeques,
a fantastic atmosphere and a superb selection of new
drinks to try.
The multi-award-winning Bell Inn is located
on Bulmore Road, Caerleon, Newport, NP18
1QQ.
To make a table reservation or to find out
more information about the real ale and cider
festival, call 01633 420613.
To view the pubs menus you can visit the
website at www.thebellatcaerleon.co.uk
Keep up to date with the latest news
and offers on The Bell Inns Facebook page
at www.facebook.com/#!/pages/The-Bell-
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EATERY OF THE MONTH
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Warm friendly family business for 30 + years
Gorgeous home cooked food
Home produced plants
Fantastic toy department.
Usk Garden Centre, Llanbadoc, Usk,Monmouthshire, NP15 1TG
Tel: 01291 673603 | www.uskgardencentre.co.uk
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selection of fine meats to pop on the
barbie, so why not pop along to see
T-Bone Tony and his crew this month and
get a stock in?
Youll catch Tony at various open -air
markets across the region.
Selling a wide selection of meat,
whatever you fancy cooking up a storm with
this month, Tony will have it in stock.
From the finest cuts of steak, to juicy
chicken breasts, joints of meat, sausages and
mince to make your own burgers, whatever
you want to pop on the barbeque why not
see what deals Tony has on his wagon
theres something different every week.
So what are you waiting for?
Youll find the Brookside Country
Meats lorry at Abertillery Market on High
Street from 9am until 3pm on Thursdays,
Ebbw Vale Market between 9am and 4pm
on Fridays and Newport City Market, at
Newport Auctions, from 7am until 3pm on
a Saturday.
If you would like to order something
specific, or perhaps place a wholesale order
for your pub or restaurant, you can contact
Brookside Meats on 01676 542434, or call
T-Bone Tony on 07815 614659.
You can also keep up to date with
all the latest Brookside Meats offers on
Facebook by liking the page at facebook.
com/brooksidecountrymeats
You can also go to
www.brooksidecountrymeats.webs.com
for more information.
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What better way to spend the double Bank
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digging out the barbeque and treating
yourself to some alfresco dining?
T-Bone Tonys
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Leg of lamb and loads
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Our big 30 BBQ packs are
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get a table at Newports new
Pizza Express without waiting,
so being invited along to try out the
venue for this months Voice was a
real treat.
Situated at Newport Retail
Park in Spytty, Pizza Express is
a welcome addition to Newports
culinary scene, and although its
part of an international chain, it
certainly doesnt feel like it when
youre in there.
We went along on a Saturday
night with our two girls, Poppy and
Penny.
Poppy being ten in July was
very excited to be invited along to
review the new restaurant as it had
been the talk of the playground
during the week previous. She did
promise her own review, but its not
been forthcoming as yet!
By night, the restaurant is a
lovely place to enjoy a meal. With
lots of lovely blue lighting and
wonderfully comfy seating we
got a booth its busy yet still
intimate.
The menu is filled with lots of
different things, from classic pizza
and pasta dishes to a wide selection
of modern cuisine.
We decided to go for a full
three-course meal.
To start, it was dough balls all
round, naturally.
The childrens portions came
with garlic butter and were served
with fresh salad of red pepper,
santos tomato and cucumber, with
the adults portion similar.
If you havent had Pizza
Express dough balls, then you
really should if you have, then
you really need no more detail.
The main menu was a real treat,
with plenty to choose from and
something for every taste and diner.
The kids Piccolo menu offers
lots of choice with a selection of
pasta dishes and pizzas.
Penny went for her all-time
favourite meal pasta with garlic
butter, and Poppy went for the kids
American pizza, which was topped
with pepperoni, mozzarella and
tomato.
I went for a calzone which
was amazing a folded pizza from
the Naples region of Italy, mine
was filled with goats cheese, char
grilled vegetables, sweet baby
onions, pesto, baby spinach and
gran moravia cheese with a spicy
arrabbiata sauce.
It was so fresh and tasty, a
perfect summer dinner.
Dave went for pizza, choosing
the American hot which was a feast
of pepperoni, mozzarella, tomato,
with jalapeno peppers. With a
choice of bases, Dave chose the
thin and crispy which proved to be
the perfect accompaniment.
And so on to desserts what a
choice there is.
I had a huge slice of tiramisu,
while Dave passed on pudding;
he was too full from his pizza and
starter.
The girls enjoyed an ice cream
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There are many things that are
great about Pizza Express in Newport.
Of course, the food is excellent,
but so is the service which was
faultless with the right level of
attention.
The childrens menu is a
veritable bargain at 6.50 for
three courses and, probably most
reassuringly of all, the restaurant
also does doggy bags, so if your
little one drops off mid-dough
balls, you can take the rest home
for tomorrows lunch.
The childrens menu also
offers a create your own option,
which means even the fussiest
of kids will get to eat something
they want.
Why not take a table this
month and see whats on offer?
Visit pizzaexpress.com for
more information, or pop in.
Pizza Express is located at
Newport Retail Park, Spytty.
Emma Stowell-Corten
@wearevoice
G
areth has worked as a chef for many years
at some of the most popular establishments
in Newport and the surrounding area. Hes
hes looking forward to bringing his signature
style of home cooking to the Rock and Fountain.
We will be specialising in thick, hand-cut
steaks and a bounty of fresh seafood,
with freshly caught fish playing
a major role on the menu, said
Gareth.
Ive worked as a chef in many
great places over the years and got
to know what people want when
they visit any pub and restaurant;
good honest food and drink that
are great value for money and excellent
quality.
This will be the ethos of The Rock and
Fountain, where families can enjoy incredible
food at an unbelievable price. For example well
be offering a varied menu where you can choose
two courses for only 10.
As well as this great money saving menu,
which will be available all day every day, there
will also be a specials board which will feature
dishes from twelve different countries across the
world, and also a traditional Sunday roast offered
every week. There will also be a great selection
for vegetarians.
Gareth and Heather have big plans for this
classic pub and restaurant, with families being at its
heart and soul.
They will also make use of the many
beautiful rooms that this wonderful
building has to offer, with the library
being used as a private room for parties
and special occasions, plus a sizeable
function room which can easily seat up
to sixty people for wedding receptions
and other events.
There will be a grand reopening party on
Saturday May 31st and everyone is more than
welcome to come along and join in with the
festivities. The party starts from 7pm and there will
be live entertainment from the extremely popular
Elastic Band, plus complimentary glasses of
Prosecco and hors doeuvres for guests.
Gareth and I are really excited to be opening a
place of our own; we cant wait to welcome in new
customers and old regulars back to the Rock and
Fountain, added Heather.
Ive known this pub all my life, as I grew up in
Penhow. Wed like to take this opportunity to thank
all of our family and friends for their continued
support, and look forward to seeing you all on our
opening night!
The Rock and Fountain has disabled access and
can cater for all dietary needs.
Make a date in your diary for Saturday May 31st
and to be part of this great event.
The Rock and Fountain is located on
Llanvaches Road, Penhow, Caldicot, Gwent
NP26 3AD.
For more information about menus and
opening times you can call on 01633 400297.
You can also find the pub on Facebook by
searching for RockAndFountainPenhow.
CHEF OF THE MONTH
WE WILL BE SPECIALISING
IN THICK, HAND-CUT
STEAKS AND A BOUNTY
OF FRESH SEAFOOD, WITH
FRESHLY CAUGHT FISH
PLAYING A MAJOR ROLE
ON THE MENU
Husband and wife team, Gareth and Heather Lee, are proud to
announce that they will be reopening the Rock and Fountain
of Penhow as a traditional village inn and restaurant.
Chef
Gareth Opens Rock
and Fountain Penhow
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ENJOY A GREAT MAY FAMILY DAY OUT
Abergavenny Market
DISCOVER INDEPENDENT TRADERS AND UNIQUE FOOD PRODUCERS
Ars & Craf Fair
Thursday 8th May, 12th June
Craf Fairs
Saturday 10th May, 14th June
Antique and Sunday Flea including Car Boo
Sunday 18th May, 15th June
Farmers Market
Thursday 22nd May, 26th June
Toy & Train Collectors Fair
Monday 5th May
Bank Holiday Gif Fair
Sunday and Monday
25th & 26th May
All our events are Admission free. For more information on all our markets and events
please phone Geoff or Adam on 01873 735811, or visit www.abergavennymarket.co.uk. Post Code NP7 5HD
Market
open every
Tuesday,
Friday &
Saturday
Flea
market
every
Wednesday
FOOD DONATIONS
URGENTLY REQUIRED
We urgently need tinned goods including
Meat, Fish, Fruit and Vegetables plus dried
goods like rice and pasta.
Also we urgently require good quality used
furniture, especially wardrobes and
chest of drawers,
other household goods and bedding
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Raven House, 276-278 Cromwell Road, Newport,
NP19 0HT | Tel: 01633 762999
e-mail contact@ravenhouse.org
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StowPark ChurchCentre,
Brynhyfryd Road, Newport, NP20 4FX.
Open Monday - Friday 9.30am- 4.30pm
Bettws Food Bank
Church Community House
1 Tone Close, Newport, NP20 7AT
Tel: 01633 856623
Stow Park Church Centre
Brynhyfryd Road,
Newport, NP20 4FX
Tel: 01633 843730
Qual i t y Used Fur ni t ure | House Cl earance | Removal s | Donat i ons
We provide support through the provision of food,
furniture clothing and general household items for
needy people or those in vulnerable position.
we work with agencies including social services, the
police, reach womans aid and countless others
THANK
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FOR
YOUR
DONATIONS
CALDICOT
NEW FOOD BANK OPEN!
Every Friday 10am - 12noon
at
Caldicot Town Council Ofce
Sandy Lane, NP26 4NA
Please give generously
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EATING OUT WALES IS BACK! SO FOR
SPRING AND SUMMER, WEVE ROUNDED
UP THE BEST IN LOCAL CUISINE
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One of the citys nest eateries and most

welcoming venues, the ambience of the
Waterloo combined with its incredible menus
make this a must-visit for any foodie.
The Waterloo Hotel
and Bistro
O
pen seven-days-a-week,
serving at lunchtime and for
evening service (except for
Sundays), this venue is just as perfect
to celebrate a special occasion as it is
to enjoy a lunchtime bite to eat.
With summer just about to dawn
on us, The Waterloos incredible
summer salads menu is about to go
live.
Very soon, the Waterloo will be
offering a huge variety of salad dishes,
including ta wide selection of fresh
tastes of the Med, such as a gammon
and chorizo salad and the Waterloos
incredible roast Mediterranean
vegetable and poached egg salad.
Six-days-a-week The Waterloo
offers its incredible a la carte menu,
which changes seasonally.
Accompanied by a regularly
changing specials board, everything
is cooked to order using the finest
ingredients available.
If its a quick lunchtime bite
youre after, why not enjoy the light
bites menu?
Delicious, excellent value for
money and offering lots of choice, its
the perfect lunchtime solution.
The Waterloo is open seven-days-
a-week.
The a la carte menu is served
six-days-a-week, with a lunch time
specials menu, grill menus and
specials board on offer.
Open from noon until 2pm
from Monday to Saturday for lunch,
from 5.30pm to 9.30pm Monday to
Saturday for dinner. Sunday lunch is
also available between noon and 2pm
each week.
To book a table call 01633
264266 or pop in The Waterloo is
located at 113 Alexandra Road, Pill.
Visit thewaterloohotel.co.uk for
menus and more information.
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O
n Sunday, May 25, during
the Whitsun Bank Holiday
weekend, the UKs number
one ska tribute band 2Rude will be
performing at The Usk Vale. Tickets
are 6.50 each.
Bookings are now being taken
for Fathers Day on Sunday, June
15. Why not treat dad to a delicious
three-course meal for an incredible
price of 12.50?
The pubs Christmas brochure is
also available. Theres nothing like
planning in advance, so pop in and
pick up a copy or visit the Facebook
page at
www.facebook.com/#!/TheUskVale
to view online.
The Usk Vale is located on
Pillmawr Road, between Malpas
and Caerleon, Newport,
NP18 3QZ.
For all enquiries call,
01633 859362.
The Usk
Vale
The superb
restaurant at The
Usk Vale offers a
wondrous menu
of delicious
home-cooked
pub classics, all
of which offer
exceptional
value for money.
@wearevoice
Why not enjoy a real treat this summer with some
fresh, zesty avours of the Orient courtesy of The
New World Chinese restaurant in Newport.
The New World
Chinese Restaurant
W
hy not enjoy a real treat this
summer with some fresh,
zesty flavours of the Orient
courtesy of The New World Chinese
restaurant in Newport.
Located on Cardiff Road with plenty
of parking nearby, The New World is one
of the areas finest Chinese restaurants,
serving up a veritable banquet of
delicious dishes for six-days-a-week.
As well as an a la carte menu, there
are also two incredible buffet menus
available to choose from.
The New Worlds special buffet
menu, which has an incredible choice of
169 delectable dishes to choose from, is
priced from 14.80 per person.
The extensive selection also offers
fantastic choice for vegetarians, and for
those looking for a healthy alternative.
The restaurant is open from 5pm to
11pm Tuesday to Thursday, and until
the later time of 11.30pm Friday and
Saturday.
On Sundays, the New World is open
for lunch from 12.30pm to 2.30pm, and
from 6pm to 10pm in the evening.
Its a fabulous place to dine out over
this months double whammy of bank
holiday weekends.
The New World is located at 14
Cardiff Road, Newport, NP20 2ED. To
make a reservation you can call 01633
252666. For more information visit
newworldcantoneserestaurant.co.uk
The Waterloo Hotel
and Bistro
EATING OUT WALES
The Handpost Hotel sits proudly in the heart
of the local community, as a beacon for lovers
of sport and live entertainment.
The Handpost Hotel
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his traditional pub always
offers a warm and friendly
welcome and it doesnt
matter if youre a newcomer or
a regular patron, theres always
service with a smile and happy
banter.
The superb menu offers a
wondrous choice of delicious
home-cooked pub favourites, all at
exceptional value for money.
With the purchase of every
main meal, diners can enjoy a trip
to the Handposts wonderful salad
cart, which is full to bursting with
fresh seasonal produce.
Why not take advantage of the
pubs amazing meal deal? For just
10, two people can dine at any
time of the day.
There are loads of delicious
meals to choose from on this
money-saving menu, including
rump steak, large cod and chips,
whole-tail scampi and homemade
lasagne.
Its curry night every
Wednesday from 6pm, when,
for only 6.99 you can enjoy a
homemade curry served with naan
bread and popadoms with the
option of rice, chips or half and
half, as well as a drink (from a
selection included in the offer).
You can also treat the family
to an award winning traditional
Sunday lunch.
Theres a fine selection of roast
meats to choose from including
beef, lamb and chicken, served
with fresh seasonal vegetables,
roast and boiled potatoes,
Yorkshire pudding and homemade
gravy.
Sunday lunch is served from
noon until 3pm every week, priced
at 6.95 for one course. Booking in
advance is advised.
Every Saturday night there are live
performances from a variety of local
bands and artists, starting at 9pm.
Why not party late into the night with
friends. The bar is open until midnight.
Enjoy excellent food, real ales and
great company at the The Handpost
Hotel this spring.
This fantastic pub is located at 2
Bassaleg Road, Newport, NP20 3EA.
For more information call
01633 264502 or visit
www.thehandpost.co.uk
@wearevoice
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Theres something very special about the
culture for ne Indian dining thats sprung
up around Newport in recent years.
The 3 Mughals
O
ne of the leaders in the
market is the wonderful 3
Mughals in Rogerstone.
Boasting an incredible menu
full of modern and traditional
cuisine, as well as some family
recipes brought to the restaurant
by its highly skilled chefs, The 3
Mughals offers something different
and its this that really makes it
stand out from the crowd.
Of course, the menu features
all of the standard Indian and
Bangladeshi cuisine youd
expect, such as korma and bhuna
dishes and these sit very nicely
alongside the restaurants speciality
selections.
Why not try the incredible
salmon tikka? Made with prime
cubes of Scottish salmon matured
in a mildly spiced marinade of dill,
fennel, ginger, honey and a trace
of mustard, this dish is a tasty, light
option, perfect for summer months.
For an authentic taste, why not
try the delicious Punjabi butter
chicken?
Originating from the street-side
eateries of Punjab, this chicken
tikka dish is simmered in satin-
smooth tomato gravy with a
flavouring of kasoori methi.
Open seven days a week, with a
very special buffet on Sundays, The
3 Mughals is located at 7 Western
Valley Road, Rogerstone, Newport,
NP10 9DS.
Call 01633 894365 for a
reservation or visit
www.threemughals.co.uk you
wont be disappointed.
Everyone who visits The Cwrt Henllys Hotel and
Restaurant can enjoy a wide-ranging menu that
features many high quality dishes.
Cwrt Henllys
A
ll produce is locally sourced,
prepared and cooked to the
highest quality by a team of
expert chefs.
Food is served seven-days-a-week,
from noon until 2pm and then from 5pm
until 9pm, Monday to Saturday, and from
noon until 4pm on Sunday.
Every Sunday The Cwrt Henllys
offers a spectacular carvery fill your
plate with a tempting choice of three roast
meats and an abundance of fresh seasonal
vegetables.
This incredible feast is priced at 8.95
for adults and 5.95 for children.
From 7pm every Sunday, the pub
hosts a very popular weekly quiz, where
you can test your general knowledge skills
to win on the spot prizes, food vouchers
for the Cwrt Henllys restaurant and also
food vouchers for Lite Bites Sandwich
Bar located on Caerleon Road, Newport.
Friday nights, from 8pm onwards, The
Cwrt Henllys plays host to some of the
best live musical talent around, including
local bands, vocalists and entertainers.
Its free entry, and everyone is more
than welcome to come along and enjoy
themselves.
If youre looking for the perfect place
to hold an event or special occasion, The
Cwrt Henllys has a spectacular function
room for hire.
This beautiful suite can comfortably
seat up to 70 diners.
Bespoke menus and buffets to suit all
budgets are available for all occasions.
The wonderful Cwrt Henllys is
located on Henllys Village Road,
Cwmbran, Torfaen NP44 6HX.
To book a table and to find out more
information about the wedding services
and room hire, call 01633 484697 or
visit cwrthenllysrestaurant.co.uk
the latest news and offers by liking
the Facebook page at facebook.com/
cwrthenllys
@wearevoice
EATING OUT WALES
For those of you looking to looking to get away
for the weekend for a well-deserved break in the
beautiful countryside, The New Court now offers
numerous luxury rooms in the picturesque and
historic village of Usk.
The New Court Hotel
O
ur well-appointed and very
comfortable, fully refurbished
en-suite bedrooms are now
available for guests to enjoy, said owner
Lee Selway.
All rooms feature a pocket-sprung
king size bed, down duvet and 400-thread
Egyptian cotton bedding.
A HD smart TV, free WiFi and room
service come as standard.
These tastefully decorated rooms
are available for the up and coming Usk
Festival, which this year runs from June 28
to July 6.
Summer is fast approaching, and very
soon youll be able to dine al fresco and
enjoy the New Courts wonderful food
outside in the secluded beer garden.
Lunch at The New Court Hotel is
served Monday to Saturday from noon until
2.30pm.
Why not take advantage of the lunch
time classics menu and enjoy two courses
for 10.95.
For those of you who are looking to
enjoy something lighter during the warmer
months, why not sample something from the
new bar snack menu outside in the glorious
sunshine?
This fantastic new menu is full of freshly
prepared snacks, sandwiches and platters to
share.
Make your way to The New Court
Hotel this May for great food and great
times, located in Maryport Street, Usk,
Monmouthshire, NP15 1AD, call 01291
671319 to book a table.
For more information about the new
spring menu visit www.thenewcourthotel.
co.uk
the latest news and offers by liking the
Facebook page at www.facebook.com/#!/
TheNewCourtHotel and by following the
New Court on Twitter at
@TheNewCourtUsk
The Riverside Wine Bar is a fantastic bar and
restaurant located at The Back in Chepstow with
beautiful scenic views of The River Wye.
Riverside Wine Bar
T
his stylish venue offers an exclusive
selection of wines, spirits, and
cocktails, continental lagers and real
ales.
Its a great place to visit any time of the
day, but especially when the sun is shining.
The wine bar is open for coffee from
10am, where it serves a delicious range of
freshly ground Illy bean coffee.
Food is then served daily from noon
until late in the evenings.
All meals are made fresh to order, using
locally sourced ingredients from reputable
suppliers.
Theres a fabulous new spring menu
available for you to try, full of amazing
Mediterranean-inspired dishes, including
freshly made tortilla pizza, flavoursome
paella, succulent meat skewers, nutritious
salads, plus a wide variety of tempting
tapas dishes to entice you.
Starting in June, there will be a variety
of musical entertainment performed each
week in the bandstand, which is located in
the small parkland next to the Riverside
Wine Bar.
Its always Pimms oclock at the
Riverside Wine Bar in Chepstow, so why
not sit outside and be entertained while
enjoying the view in the glorious summer
sunshine?
A large, ice cool pitcher of Pimms
costs 12.95, perfect for sharing with
friends.
Make your way to this great socialising
venue this spring to enjoy a quality drink
and true taste of the Mediterranean.
Open all day from May 2nd, The
Riverside Wine Bar is located at 18a The
Back, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16
5HH.
For more information about food and
drinks menus call 01291 628300 or
visit the website at
www. theriversidewinebar.co.uk
Join their Facebook page to keep up
to date with the latest news and events
that are happening throughout the year.
@wearevoice
EATING OUT WALES
There are new owners at The Red Lion in Caerleon, business partners Alan Logan and Jenna
Shinton. Alan and Jenna are no strangers to The Red Lion, as both have worked here before.
R
egulars will recognise Jenna as
shes worked front of house at
the Red Lion for many years
but has now taken on a managerial
role.
You might not recognise Alan,
but you will have probably tasted his
amazing food, as he has worked as a
chef at The Elm Tree in St Brides, The
Waterloo in Nash and The Red Lion.
Weve got some really great ideas
for this wonderful pub, including a
complete refurbishment very soon.
said Jenna.
We want to make The Red Lion
more of a family-friendly pub and
restaurant, as many people seem
to forget that we have an amazing
enclosed and secluded beer garden,
with plenty of seating and a play area
which all ages can enjoy, especially
during the summer months.
Alan has created a fantastic new
menu for you to enjoy, which is full
of homemade pub grub classics and
amazing meal deal offers.
Every lunch time from noon until
2.30pm you can take advantage of a
brilliant offer, where you can choose
two courses for only 8.95!
Options on this money-saving
menu include a variety of homemade
dishes such as roast of the day, sizzling
bacon steak, beer battered fish and
fresh honey roasted ham, theres also a
choice of vegetarian options
including lasagne and
curry.
Senior citizens
can also benefit
from a great lunch
time meal deal too,
they can choose
from a wide range
of starters, mains
and desserts with two
courses for 5.95.
In the evening, theres
a varied a la carte menu available,
served from 6pm until 9.30pm.
Culinary delights from this menu
include fish and poultry dishes,
homemade pies, burgers and curries,
and options from the grill including
their extremely popular 16oz rump
steak and Red Lion mixed grill.
The a la carte menu also offers a
wide selection for vegetarians too with
dishes starting from 7.95, as well as
a superb menu for children, with all
kids meals being priced at 3.95.
Well also have a specials board
which will feature great fish
and game dishes. added
Alan.
As well as
offering a great value
for money menu,
which has something
to suit all tastes, we
have also broadened
our range of drinks
too, including a new
selection of superior wines
and real ales.
Jenna and I look forward to
welcoming you and your family to
new Red Lion.
We hope youll enjoy your visit
and our great hospitality.
The Red lion serves food Tuesday
to Saturday from noon until 2.30pm,
and then in the evening from 6pm until
9.30pm.
Sunday lunch is served from noon
until 4pm every week, and is priced at
7.95 for one course.
There are always four roasts to
choose from beef, lamb, pork
and chicken booking in advance is
advised.
Selected items from the a la carte
menu are also available during Sunday
service.
The Red Lion is also a great
place to hold a special event or
occasion.
Give Jenna or Alan a call today
on 01633 420284 for more details.
To keep up to date with the
latest news and events, you can like
the Red Lions Facebook page and
follow it on Twitter, just search for
Red Lion Caerleon.
The Red Lion Caerleon
@wearevoice
EATING OUT WALES
Owner Danny Leung of the China Garden
restaurant on Cardiff Road would like to thank
all of his very loyal customers for supporting him
since his grand reopening. After taking a year out
to concentrate on family matters, Danny reopened
his popular Chinese restaurant earlier in 2014.
China Garden
T
he response has been
fantastic, its so humbling to
see all my lovely customers
come back to China Garden. said
Danny.
People have always commented
on how good the food is here, once
theyve tasted a traditional oriental
dish from my kitchen, which is cooked
exactly the way my family has made it
for generations, they dont want to eat
anywhere else!
Not only is Danny the proud owner
of this much-loved Chinese restaurant,
hes also the head chef and a very
passionate cook.
Its this passion for traditional
homemade cooking, where Danny
only uses the finest locally sourced
ingredients, most of which come from
Newport businesses and suppliers, that
makes China Gardens food stand out
amongst the rest.
China Garden is open for lunch
from 11am until 3pm, and then from
6pm until 10.30pm in the evening,
Wednesday to Sunday.
On Sunday June 15th there will be
a special Fathers Day menu available
at China Garden, as well as the regular
menu, book now for an extra special
family treat.
This extremely popular restaurant
is located opposite Newports Central
Police Station at 40 Cardiff Road,
Newport, NP20 2ED.
To book a table and for takeaway
orders you can give Danny and his
team a call on 01633 262071.
Rabaiottis cafe and restaurant will be celebrating
its 55th anniversary this year.
Rabaiottis
T
his wonderful family run business has
been serving delicious homemade food
to the people who frequent Cwmbran
Shopping Centre since 1959.
Current owner, Glyn Carter, took over the
business in September of 2010.
He has endeavoured to continue the
Rabaiotti tradition of offering traditional,
homemade cooking, just as served when the
business first opened.
Since taking over almost four years
ago weve built upon the already existing
reputation of Rabaiottis, but obviously put
our own stamp on the business with our
signature dishes and traditional style of
cooking, he said.
We are renowned for our spectacular
pies, with steak and kidney being a popular
favourite with our regulars.
Our amazing hand-crafted lasagne is
extremely popular too.
People love our wholesome dishes and,
of course, our great value for money prices.
Food is served daily from 7.30am.
On offer is a great choice of all day
breakfasts as well as light bites, baguettes and
sandwiches, salads, burgers, baked potatoes,
omelettes and a wide variety of main meals,
including the scrumptious cottage pie and
heavenly fish and chips.
Theres also a great childrens menu
available kids aged ten and under can
choose from a wide selection of freshly
prepared meals from only 2.10.
Customers can take advantage of the
loyalty card, where every 10 and over you
spend at Rabaiottis earns you a stamp and
ten per cent discount on your bill. Collect ten
stamps and you can get 20 per cent off your
next meal.
To coincide with the 55th anniversary
milestone, the great team at Rabaiottis will
have a variety of offers running towards the
end of the summer.
Rabaiottis is located at 19 North
Walk, Cwmbran Shopping Centre, NP44
1PR and is open from 7.30am until 5pm
Monday to Friday, from 7.30am until
5.30pm on Saturday, and from 10am until
4pm on Sunday.
For more information, call 01633
483468.
@wearevoice
EATING OUT WALES
If youre looking for a restaurant with that
amazing wow factor then look no further
than Newports hottest new eatery, Los
Amigos.
Los Amigos
L
ocated on Stow Hill, Los
Amigos is an amazing Tex
Mex restaurant offering a
wide variety of South American
inspired food.
Having undergone an
extensive, no-expense-spared
refurbishment, the restaurant looks
more like something youd expect
to find in London rather than
Newport. All traces of its former
use have gone, and now its a
welcoming and friendly restaurant,
bringing something very special
to the city.
Burritos, enchiladas, chilli, ribs
and burgers are all on offer, with
something to suit every taste and
budget. Prices start at just 3.45
for starters, with main courses
priced from just 7 upwards and
desserts are available too.
In time for the summer, the
gorgeous sun-trap of a beer garden
is ready to enjoy a spot of al-fresco
dining or perhaps even a cocktail
or two.
Los Amigos is open Thursday,
Friday and Saturday evenings
from 7pm, serving food until
late. From 10.30pm onwards
becomes a cheeky cocktail bar,
where you can enjoy a variety
of Latino themed acts and
musical entertainment, as well
as performers playing popular
hits from the 60s, 70s, and 80s.
Sunday lunch is also available.
Los Amigos is located at 33a
Stow Hill, Newport, NP20 1JH.
To book a table, call
01633 267655.
The incredible Junction 28 restaurant at Bassaleg
has been serving culinary delights for more than
two decades.
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his popular dining destination
specialises in seafood and offers
a variety of menus to choose
from, full of traditional British classics
and more exotic dishes from around
the world.
For lunch it serves a reasonably
priced one, two or three-course menu
with prices starting from 12.45,
which is available Monday to
Saturday from 12noon until 2pm.
Whether youre looking for a
nice quiet romantic meal for two or
organising a family special occasion,
the friendly and professional team can
cater for all your needs.
Junction 28 is located at Station
Approach, Newport, NP10 8LD. To
book a table at the restaurant, call
01633 891891.
For more information about the
menus and whats available you can
visit the website at
www.junction28.com
Junction 28
For the best food and drink during either of the
May bank holiday weekends, then theres only
one place to head The Darran in Risca.
T
he pubs incredible new summer
menu has recently launched and
is full of fresh summer tastes.
Why not try the chicken Provencal? Or
perhaps the immense pork, honey and
mustard burger would be more your
thing? Our favourite is the wild boar
and chorizo burger which is simply
divine!
Accompany one of these fresh
summer tastes with a cheeky glass of
something from the pubs sparkling
wines list and you have the perfect
combination for a lovely afternoon or
evening this season.
Of course, The Darrans regular
special offers are still running,
including two can dine for 10.99 as
well as the pubs weekly grill Tuesdays
which run from noon each week.
The Darran is located at 2 St
Mary St, Risca, NP11 6GU. Call
01633 612414 for a reservation, or
check out the Darrans Facebook
page for more information.
The Darran
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Head chef Chris Jarviss culinary skills have made
Breeze Restaurant one of the best places to eat in
Newports city centre.
Breeze Restaurant
T
he menu is full to bursting with
an excellent range of tasty home-
cooked food and includes popular
classics such as juicy steaks and succulent
ribs, mouth-watering homemade pies and
curries, as well as a delectable choice of
vegetarian and vegan meals.
Have you tried one of Breezes
Mega Challenges yet? There are three
mammoth meals to choose from
including their epic Mountain Burger,
gargantuan Mega Dog and colossal Mega
Mixed Grill. Many people have tried
these man versus food style meals; do
you have what it takes to clear your plate?
Lovers of a traditional Sunday roast
can get their favourite meal any day of
the week, which is served daily from
noon. Theres a choice of tantalising
roasts to choose from including beef,
pork and chicken. All roasts are
accompanied by a fine selection of fresh
vegetables and delicious home-made
gravy.
A roast dinner is priced at 6 per
person and for an extra pound you can
upgrade to a lamb dinner. Every Sunday
children under the age of ten get a free
meal with each paying adult, terms and
conditions apply.
When youre out and about in
Newports city centre, make sure you
pay Breeze a visit, especially if you love
home-cooked food at great value for
money prices.
Breeze is located at 7 Cambrian
Road, Newport City Centre, NP20
4AD, and serves food from 9am until
7pm every day.
For all table reservations and
general enquiries, call 01633 548642,
you can also visit go to www.breeze-
newport.co.uk
Chef Chris has also opened a
second restaurant in the city centre
at the Windsor Castle pub, located
at 18-19 Upper Dock St. As well as
offering the same style of fantastic
homemade cooking youd expect to get
at Breeze, there will also be a whole
host of money saving meal deals and
also great live entertainment.
For pub food at its best, look no further than
The Dorallt Inn, Henllys, Cwmbran.
The Dorallt Inn
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a week, at both lunch and
dinner service. Theres lots
of choice too and plenty of offers
meaning that this lovely pub is
perfect for everyone, regardless of
taste or budget.
Why not enjoy the two for 12
menu? Every item on the menu
thats listed in red is available for
this very special price every lunch
time and evening. Theres plenty to
choose from what a great way to
dine out.
Theres a special menu for the
under-twelves, which includes a
great choice; not just your standard
kids meals. Why not take a look?
Burgers and chicken curry are
amongst the options and after
theyve finished eating, why not
take advantage of the Dorallts
fabulous outdoor play area?
As well as the special menus and
offers, The Dorallt runs a full menu
which is filled with a wide selection
of dishes, which are prepared
using the finest, freshest seasonal
ingredients. Grills, steaks and
burgers are a speciality of the house.
For sports lovers, theres plenty
going on. All of the big screen
sporting action is shown in the bar
and pool room. Real ales are served
also.
Open all day, The Dorallt
serves food from noon until
2.30pm, Monday to Saturday and
from 5pm to 9pm, Sunday lunch
is served from noon until 2pm
each week, with food also served
between 5pm and 8pm on Sunday
evenings.
Why not pop in and enjoy
what The Dorallt has to offer?
Call 01633 869697 or check the
pub out online at
www.doralltinn.co.uk
You can also find The Dorallt
Inn on Facebook and Twitter.
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EATING OUT WALES
A very warm welcome awaits you at Voices
Indian Restaurant of the Year, Vanilla Spice. This
award winning venue is run by Maz Ali and his
family, whose customer service and attention to
detail is second to none.
W
hen you enter Vanilla Spice, the
first thing that you notice is that
no expense has been spared
when it came to choosing the decor, from
the lavish chandeliers that delicately light
the spacious open-plan restaurant, to the
extravagant oval-shaped bar.
People flock from miles around to eat
at this stylish restaurant to sample their
authentic and traditional homemade style
of cooking, and to enjoy the tranquil and
distinguished ambience.
When youre wondering how to treat
dad on Fathers Day this year, which
this year falls on Sunday June 15th, why
not take him out for a curry at the award
winning Vanilla Spice? Call now to book
a table for the entire family.
The Vanilla Spice can also cater
for weddings, large or small, with the
restaurant being able to comfortably
seat up to 150 people. They offer special
buffet menus, which can be tailor made
to accommodate your personal tastes and
budget. Give manager Naz a call to find
out more about their wedding packages
and services.
Dont forget, The Vanilla Spice is
not just for special occasions, its the
perfect place to dine at any time of the
year, whether youre looking to have a
business lunch with work colleagues or a
quiet evening meal with friends, make this
award winning restaurant your first choice
when looking to eat out.
Make your way to this much-loved
and popular dining destination this May to
enjoy an authentic taste of award winning
Indian cuisine.
The restaurant is open for lunch from
noon until 2.30pm Monday to Thursday,
and dinner is served every evening
from 5.30pm until midnight Monday to
Saturday, they additionally open Sunday
from the later time of 6pm until midnight.
The award winning Vanilla Spice
is located at The Old Rising Sun, Lyne
Road, Newport, NP20 5JG. Book a
table today by calling 01633 255446
or 255330. They also take telephone
orders too, but for collection only.
Vanilla Spice
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EATING OUT WALES
The Coach and Horses is a wonderful 17th
Century coaching inn, located in the historic
Roman village of Caerwent.
The Coach and Horses
T
his popular pub and dining
destination is situated next a
beautifully preserved Roman
defensive wall, surrounded by picturesque
views of the Monmouthshire countryside.
Owners, husband and wife team Mark
and Rosalind Isaac, have successfully
run The Coach and Horses for three and
half years, and have recently launched
a fantastic new menu, which has been
created by their newly appointed chefs.
The new menu is full of tantalising
British classic, such as wholesome
homemade pies, succulent steaks and
beautiful freshly caught fish.
Also on offer is the amazing specials
board which has a wide variety of hand
crafted dishes available, all showcasing
the very best ingredients from local
suppliers.
The Coach and Horses is renowned
for being a great family friendly pub and
restaurant, so why not take advantage of
their extremely large beer garden during
the warmer months?
The beer garden is full of fun things
for children to play with, including a
variety of outside toys, swings, slides and
climbing frames, whilst you watch on
enjoying a relaxing drink in the summer
sunshine.
Traditional Sunday lunch is extremely
popular at The Coach and Horses, why
not treat dad to a spectacular homemade
roast this Fathers Day?
Theres always a choice of delicious
roasts to choose from including succulent
beef and tender lamb, which is served
with fresh seasonal vegetables from the
surrounding local farms. There is also a
childrens sized portion available, as well
as a fish dish and vegetarian options to
choose from.
Booking is essential for Sunday
lunch any time of the year; so dont
miss out book your table today for June
15th.
The Coach and Horses is located at
Caerwent, Monmouthshire, NP26 5AX.
To book a table you can call 01291
420352.
Visit the website at
www.caerwent-coachandhorses.co.uk
for more information.
The Greyhound in Christchurch is a fantastic pub
and restaurant, full of the traditional values and
charm of a great classic local.
The Greyhound
T
he new spring menu is full of delicious
home cooked fayre, which is meticulously
prepared by their dedicated chefs using
the finest locally sourced ingredients.
Dishes to tempt you include their
extremely popular Jamaican style jerk chicken,
flavoursome beef stroganoff, wholesome stacked
Greyhound burger and also owner Kates
homemade pork pies.
As well as offering a fantastic main menu,
they also offer plenty of bar snacks and amazing
meals for only 5!
Options from this spectacular saver menu
include chefs homemade steak and ale pie, and
homemade curry of the day, as well as classic
favourites such as faggots and peas, liver and
onions, and fish and chips.
This great saver menu is available from
noon until 2.30pm every lunch time, Monday
to Saturday and in the evenings from 6pm until
7pm Monday to Thursday.
During the Whitsun bank holiday weekend
in May, Saturday 24th and Monday 26th, there
will be a barbeque in their recently renovated
beer garden. Theres also a new side access to
the beer garden at the front of The Greyhound,
which is great for walkers and owners of dogs
on leads.
Sunday 25th theyll have their popular
Sunday roast as usual and amazing pub quiz in
the evening from 9pm, where you could win a
voucher which can be spent on any food or drink
at the Greyhound.
Every Saturday night from 9pm onwards,
The Greyhound has live entertainment
showcasing some of the finest local acts and
bands around. Its free entry and everyone is
more than welcome to come along, pop along
any Saturday in May to enjoy great ales and
good music.
The Greyhound Inn is located at the top of
Christchurch Hill, Newport, NP18 1JJ. You
can call 01633 420306 to book a table for their
wonderful Sunday lunch or to find out more
information about their menus and Saturday
night entertainment.
To keep up to date with their latest news
and events you can like their Facebook page at
https://www.facebook.com/#!/greyhoundchrist
church?fref=nf
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EATING OUT WALES
The V-Award winning Pub Restaurant of the Year, The Stuffed Dormouse, is a rm
favourite with its extremely loyal regulars and everyone who graces their doors.
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his inviting pub and restaurant
always offers a warm
welcome, whether you choose
to dine in the restaurant with the
family or relax next to their real log
fire while enjoying a social drink.
Their popular two courses for 10
menu has people visiting from all
over the county to take advantage of
the great tasting, high quality meals
for an unbelievable price.
This amazing money saving
menu is available all day every day,
and regularly changes to keep even
the fussiest eaters interested.
Wanting to try something a little
different instead of the usual norm?
Then The Stuffed Dormouse is the
place for you! There is an incredible
variety of exotic meats from all over
the world for you to try, which are
expertly cooked on the grill to your
liking.
If youre a little unsure of
sampling a dish out of your usual
comfort zone, then why not try the
entire selection of exotic meats on a
special taster platter for just 27.95.
Its great for sharing.
Another popular hit with the
regulars at The Stuffed Dormouse
are the live lobsters, which you
can personally select from their
homarium tank in the restaurant. You
cant get any fresher than that!
Lovers of surf n turf can take
advantage of the Dormouses steak
and half lobster special, which is
priced at an incredible 17.95.
Why not treat the family to a
spectacular Sunday lunch, which is
available from noon until 4pm every
week. Theres always a choice of
succulent roasts with lunch served as
a single, double or three-course meal.
Each course is individually priced or
you can opt to have two courses for
just 10.
Due to the incredible success of
lunch for Mothering Sunday, the
Stuffed Dormouse will be offering
more of the same for Fathers Day on
June 15th. Booking is required.
If youre looking for the perfect
venue to celebrate your special
occasion or event, then look no
further than the Stuffed Dormouse.
The friendly staff can help to
organise your event and can also
supply the entertainment, and offer
special buffets and set menus for
weddings.
Their function room can easily
accommodate up to eighty people
and can also be used for private
meetings and business conferences
too. Call now for wedding packages
and availability for 2014 and 2015.
The amazing Stuffed Dormouse
is open seven days a week and serves
food from noon until 9pm in the
evening, Monday to Saturday.
The Stuffed Dormouse
is located on Ponthir Road,
Caerleon, NP18 3NY. Booking in
advance is advised to guarantee a
table. Call 01633 430142.
For more information about
the menus and services you
can visit the website at www.
thestuffeddormouse.co.uk
To keep up-to-date of whats
going on at The Stuffed Dormouse
you can like it on Facebook page at
www.facebook.com/#!/pages/The-
Stuffed-Dormouse-Restaurant-
and-Bar-at-The-Roman-Lodge-
Hotel/159523970794246 and follow
it on Twitter at @stuffeddormouse
The Stuffed Dormouse
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4 Shopping Centre, Thornbury Park, Rogerstone, NP10 9DP
01633 662 333 | 662 081
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FOOD SERVED
SUNDAY EVENINGS
5.30PM - 9PM
Serving excellent food at excellent prices, this
family friendly pub is a must to visit this May!
Why not try our hugely popular Sunday lunch
Served 12noon - 3pm every week.
We offer a varied lunch time and evening menu
including A La Carte Kids meals available plus
new gluten free and Coeliac options
BOOKINGS TAKEN
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01633 420582
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This new production focuses
on four very different and
feisty couples in situations that
could go any which way.
Duets features a blind
date, a man and his secretary
who begin to question their
feelings for each other, a
couple celebrating their
divorce on holiday in Spain
and a woman in a panic as she
prepares to marry for the third
time.
It is at times funny, sad and
heart-warming.
Duets is at the Dolman
Theatre from Wednesday, May
14, to Saturday, May 17, from
7.15pm, with an extra matinee
performance on the Saturday
at 2.30pm.
To book tickets call
01633 263670 or visit
www.dolmantheatre.co.uk
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The Welsh Perry
and Cider Festival
CALDICOT CASTLE
May 23-26
Cider, roller skates and folk dancing
it can only be this months Top 5!
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The jaw-dropping flutes
of international super
band Flook, the madcap
brilliance of Quicksilver,
the fiery violin, accordion
and guitar of Welsh
masters Alaw and the
heart warming magic
of North-Easterner Vin
Garbutt headline the
Tredegar House Folk
Festival, which runs from
Friday, May 9, to Sunday,
May 11.
It promises to be a
great weekend for the
whole family.
Details are available
on the festival website
tredegarhousefestival.
org.uk
May 9-11
TREDEGAR HOUSE
Folk Festival
The Welsh Perry And Cider Festival 2014 a
line up not to be missed
A dry Heartbreaker to rock out to Fireroad;
an oak finished Rum-Tiddly-Um getting you up
dancing to ska from The Emperials; a sparkling
perry to get soulful with Big Macs Wholly Soul
Band; or enjoy the sweet rock n roll sounds of
Henrys Funeral Shoe with a smooth Melys in
hand.
Whatever your tipple, whatever
your sound, Caldicot Castle once
again plays host to the Welsh
Perry and Cider Festival
over the Bank Holiday
weekend of May 23-26.
There will be more than
100 ciders and 15 bands
with onsite camping
across the weekend.
Find out more at
welshciderfestival.
wordpress.com
LE PUB
Larry and His Flask
May 9
Looking for a great gig this month? Then look
no further than Le Pub on May 9, when youll
be able to take in the incredible Larry and His
Flask.
Folk-punk, bluegrass, or however you want
to describe them, theyre well worth the ticket
price. See lepub.co.uk for more information.
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Strapping on their roller
skates in readiness, The
Young Venture Players
are getting ready to take
to the stage with their
production of Starlight
Express.
Running at The
Dolman Theatre from
June 25 to June 28, this
production promises
to bring this amazing
Andrew Lloyd Webber hit
to life.
Call 01633 263670 to
buy tickets and for more
STARLIGHT EXPRESS
THE DOLMAN THEATRE
June 25-28
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1 Name: Yasmin Symonds
Age: 23
Role at Cineworld: Team
member
All time favourite lm, and
why: Hocus Pocus it never gets
old and they just dont do family
lms like that anymore!
Top Pick for 2014: X-Men: Days
of Future Past. I love all the X-Men
lms and First Class was by far the
best. Im interest to see how the do
with the original cast and the new
cast all in one lm Its going to be
amazing!
2. Name: Abbi Twohigg
Age: 20
Role at Cineworld: Starbucks
barista
why: Coyote Ugly because its a
feel-good lm that is just amazing.
Top Pick for 2014: 22 Jump
Street because 21 Jump Street
was so funny!
3. Name: Lisa-Marie Davidson
Age: 23
Role at Cineworld: Starbucks
supervisor
why: Inception as its visual effects,
script and cast are all amazing!
Top Pick for 2014: Oooh!
X-Men: Days of Future Past
and The Hunger Games:
Mockingjay Part 1. Why? X-Men
as the entire universe of lms are
great, but the reboot has been
pretty spectacular so far. And
Mockingjay as I am a big fan
of the books, love the lms and
I cant wait to see what they do
with this one. Both feature Jennifer
Lawrence who I think is a very
talented actress.
4. Name: Rob Hovell
Age: 23
Role at Cineworld: Supervisor
why: True Romance, because I
love gun-toting guys and blondes
with an agenda!
Top Pick for 2014: Guardians
of the Galaxy its going to be
good!
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5. Name: Richard Page
Age: 24
member
why: Shawshank Redemption
because whatever time of day,
its always fun to watch and
has a great ending.
Top Pick for 2014: Guardians
of the Galaxy because I love
a superhero/Marvel lms
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they follow on from Captain
America 2.
6. Name: Eddy Bailey
Age: 24
Role at Cineworld:
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why: Probably Pulp Fiction. I
go on and off certain lms all
the time, but this is consistently
on my like list.
Top Pick for 2014: A Million
Ways to Die in the West.
Im a massive fan of Seth
MacFarlane so Im looking
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7. Name: Natalie Talbot
Age: 24
Role at Cineworld:
Supervisor
why: The Blind Side, because
it is based on an incredible true
story and Sandra Bullock gives
an excellent performance.
Top Pick for 2014: Dawn of
the Planet of the Apes because
the last lm, starring James
Franco, was amazing.
8. Name: Bridie Marie Howells
Age: 18
member
Top Pick for 2014: Dumb
and Dumber To because every
time I watch the rst one it still
makes me laugh.
9. Name: Siobhan Carroll
Age: 22
member
why: Trainspotting because
its funny, challenging, moving
and original and I love Ewan
McGregor.
Top Pick for 2014: Hercules
because Im a huge Dwayne
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The New Theatre is welcoming in the
summer with plenty of red hot shows
for you to enjoy.
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Based on the hit 50s
TV show of the same
name Happy Days A New
Musical opens the season
in spectacular fashion. This
summer well be recreating
some of the biggest names
in popular music. Theres
hit West End show Let It Be
which celebrates legacy of
The Beatles, 20th Century
Boy is inspired by the life of
rock legend Mark Bolan and
the sensational Buddy The
Buddy Holly Story returns to
celebrate 25 amazing years.
For drama lovers Warwick
Davies and the Reduced
Height Theatre Company
make their debut with the
wonderfully funny farce See
How They Run. Singer Natalie
Imbruglia heads the cast of
Alan Ayckbourns hilarious
play Things We Do For Love,
Christopher Timothy stars in
gripping thriller Dial M for
Murder and we revisit the
tender and heart-warming
tales of country vet James
Herriot in All Creatures Great
and Small.
For younger theatregoers
Orbit Theatres Doctor
Dolittle, the magical musical
about a kindly doctor who
can talk to animals, is here
for May half term week.
Kids will love learning
about the horrible history
of Britain in gruesome 3D
with Horrible Histories:
Barmy Britain. We also
welcome back The Gruffalo,
a colourful adventure based
on Julia Donaldson and Axel
Schefflers popular childrens
book.
One of the biggest names
in comedy is coming to share
her unique take on life with
wonderful wit and warm
humour. You can see Dawn
French in 30 Million Minutes,
her new one woman show in
July.
We have a special treat for
dance fans. Kevin Clifton &
Karen Hauer (Strictly Come
Dancing), Flawless (Britains
Got Talent) and Tommy
Franzen (So You Think You
Can Dance) join together
for Flash Mob: Where Dance
Worlds Collide, a high-energy
dance extravaganza.
Dont miss out book
now! Box Office 029 2087 8889
Book online www.newtheatrecardiff.co.uk
Seating Improvement Contribution
and online sales carry
a small transaction charge
MAY
See How They Run
Things We Do For Love
Let It Be
Orbit Theatre: Doctor Dolittle

JUNE
Dial M For Murder
All Creatures Great

and Small
20th Century Boy
Horrible Histories:
Barmy Britain
SEPTEMBER
Ceri Dupree:
Fit for a Queen
What the Ladybird Heard
The Good, the Bad and

the Welsh
Agatha Christies
The Mousetrap
OCTOBER
Rock of Ages
Calamity Jane
To Kill a Mockingbird
Cirque du Hilarious:
Daredevils and
Clowns 2014
Andy Fairweather Low

and the Low Riders
NOVEMBER
Octonauts and
the Deep Sea
Volcano Adventure
The Perfect Murder

DECEMBER
JANUARY 2015
Cinderella
Buddy The Buddy

Holly Story
The Gruffalo
Dawn French:
30 Million Minutes
Flash Mob
AUGUST
Theatre Tours
Dawns Haf
APRIL
Happy Days
OCTONAUTS
SEE HOW
THEY RUN
HORRIBLE
HISTORIES
DAWNS HAF
DAWN FRENCH
DREAMBOATS
AND
MINISKIRTS
CALAMITY
JANE
JULY
Dreamboats
and Miniskirts
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Blackwood Miners
Institute open the doors
to their new summer
season this May!
//
The must-see production in the
new season is Critics Circle
Award Winning company Ballet
Cymrus BEAUTY & THE BEAST
on Wednesday 21 May 7.30pm, a
sparkling and refreshing ballet based
on one of the best known stories in the
world.
On 2 4 June 7.30pm, Wales
favourite playwright Frank Vickery
stars in his very own FAMILY
PLANNING. This laugh-out-loud epic
is one of Franks best comedies with
misunderstandings and mishaps from
start to finish.
We have an eclectic programme of
music to suite all tastes. We have two
Welsh Singer/Songwriters lined up to
play, SERA from the North Wales Town
of Caernarfon on 30 May 8.00pm
and on 20 June 8.00pm will be Chris
Ridgeway, who has fronted some of
Cardiffs most popular bands.
On 9 May 7.30pm 57 CHEVY will
have you rocking around the clock
in the ultimate 50s & 60s show. The
charismatic tribute band THE DOORS
ALIVE pay homage to 1960s rock
titans The Doors on 24 May at 7.30pm
and on 13 June the worlds only official
live T.Rex tribute band, T.REXTASY
will perform.
Enjoy all the hits of the Fab Four
when THE CAVERN BEATLES play
on 21 June and dynamic singer/
songwriter and piano-player Elio Pace
will be celebrating the phenomenal
music of Billy Joel in the BILLY JOEL
SONGBOOK on 28 June. On 25 July,
BIG MACS WHOLLY SOUL BAND
return to the Stute due to popular
demand.
There are two Welsh Language
productions for children in June.
The incredible Theatr Iolo return
on 25 June 10.00am & 11.30am with
P
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their new production of
Penblwydd Poenus Pete
and Theatr Franwen bring
GWYN to the Stute on 11
June at 1.30pm & 6.30pm.
There will also be a TIDDLY
PROM for 2-6 year olds on
27 June 10.30am
If thats not enough then
dont forget the hilarious
and incredibly popular
monthly STUTE COMEDY
NIGHTS!
For more information
on any of these events
or to book tickets,
please contact the Box Office at
Blackwood Miners Institute on
01495 227 206 or visit www.
blackwoodminersinstitute.com.
BLACKWOOD
MINERS
INSTITUTE
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//
Newport Playgoers next
production explores four very
different relationships. Jonathon
and Wendy are on a blind date and
hoping to get it right this time even
though theyve never got it right
before. Barrie is not really interested
in women but his secretary Janet
sees that as no reason to stop trying.
Shelley and Bobby have decided
to holiday in Spain to finalise their
divorce whilst drowning in cocktails.
Angela is marrying for the third time
to the dismay of brother Toby and
amidst a barrage of bad omens and a
dress resembling a parachute.
Put them all together and you have
a quartet of scenarios in a gloriously
funny examination of the chaotic
world of love and relationships. Peter
Quilters award-winning play, which
has much in common with the work
of Neil Simon, blends humour with
pathos. Duets is a hilarious tribute
to the strength and madness of the
human heart.
1 Shelley (Nicky Davies)
overdoes the sangria while
newly divorced ex-hubby
Bobby (Graeme Johnson)
looks on.
2 Wendy (Claudia Barnes)
and Jonathon (Laurence
Llewellyn) enjoy a quick
tango on their blind date.
3 Champagne corks pop
when Janet (Clare Jacobs)
goes to Barries flat (Chris
Bissex-Williams) for a meal.
4 Toby (Jerry Grummit)
panics when his sister
Angela (Clare Drewett)
spills coffee on her hideous
dress moments before her
third wedding.
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Newport Playgoers at the Dolman Theatre.
Four pairs of characters at four crucial moments
in their lives welcome to the world of Duets.
LOVE AND LAUGHTER AT
THE DOLMAN THEATRE
PHOTOS:
PHIL MANSELL
2
3
4
Duets is at the Dolman Theatre from
Wednesday 14th Saturday 17th May at
7.15 pm, with an extra matinee performance
on the Saturday at 2.30 pm. To book tickets
call 01633 263670 or visit
www.dolmantheatre.co.uk.
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WALES
MILLENIUM
CENTRE
//
Wales Millennium Centre will
be presenting the first UK and
Ireland tour of Cape Town Operas highly
acclaimed production of Show Boat this
July. The show will visit Birmingham
Hippodrome (2-5 July); The Lowry,
Manchester (8-12 July); Wales Millennium
Centre, Cardiff (22-26 July) and Dublins
Bord Gais Energy Theatre (29 July 2
Aug).
Cape Town Opera is Africas premier
opera company. Its soloists and chorus
have won the acclaim of critics and
audience members around the globe
including the award for Best International
Opera Chorus at the 2013 International
Opera Awards.
Show Boat is the perfect showcase for
the talented voices of Cape Town Opera
many of whom have visited the UK
on previous tours of Porgy & Bess and
Mandela Trilogy. Based on the novel by
Edna Ferber, Show Boat is one of the first
American musicals ever written. Created
in 1927 with music by Jerome Kern and
book and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein
II, it tells the story from the old American
South, rich with nostalgia, humour, love
stories and well loved melodies such
as Ol Man River and Cant Help Lovin
Dat Man. The story follows the lives of
the performers, stagehands, and dock
workers on the
Cotton Blossom,
a Mississippi
River Show Boat,
over a forty year
period from
1887 to 1927.
As a production
Show Boat,
which
premiered on
Broadway in
1927, has all the
glamour and
flourish of a big
family musical
but with a story
that highlights the real life of people at
that time, including the racial tensions
that they faced. The rarely performed
production reflects the situation of South
Africas past whilst highlighting through
Cape Town Operas talents, the bright
future ahead.
The UK premire and tour of Cape
Town Operas production will feature
over two hundred period costumes
which span the forty years featured in the
musical from bustles and wigs to flapper
dresses. The set design will feature the
talents of internationally renowned Johan
Engels, who has worked with major
theatre and opera companies across the
world, including the RSC, Royal Opera
House, Houston Opera, Chicago Lyric
Opera, as well as Welsh National Opera
(WNO). The production is under the
direction of the award -winning Janice
Honeyman. The company will be joined
by the 30 strong, Cape Philharmonic
Orchestra.
Cape Town Operas Show Boat has
previously enjoyed a successful season
in Africa and Europe and this tour is an
extension of Wales Millennium Centres
strategic partnership with Cape Town
Opera.
Mathew Milson, Managing Director,
Wales Millennium Centre said, I am
delighted that we are able to enhance
our excellent, longstanding partnership
with Cape Town Opera - one of the
worlds foremost opera companies., and
work with our network of theatres in the
UK and Ireland to make this amazing tour
happen.
Michael Williams, Managing Director,
Cape Town Opera said, We are thrilled
to bring Cape Town Operas production
of Show Boat to the UK for the very first
time, with an exceptional cast, our award
winning chorus and joined by the Cape
Philharmonic Orchestra. This first UK
visit of this production will showcase the
talents of the company whilst offering
a wonderful spectacle and experience
for all the family, featuring the design
of Johan Engels and under the special
direction of Janice Honeyman.
As strategic partners working together
to strengthen cultural links between
Wales and South Africa, Cape Town
Operas collaborative projects with Wales
Millennium Centre are part of a growing
legacy of South African businessman
and philanthropist Sir Donald Gordon,
after whom the main auditorium at Wales
Millennium Centre is named.
Wales Millennium Centre announces UK
premire and tour of Cape Town Operas Show Boat
Cape Town Operas chorus is quite magnifcent.
The Telegraph
Canolfan Mileniwm Cymru ar y cyd Cape Town Opera yn cyfwyno
Wales Millennium Centre in collaboration with Cape Town Opera presents
Cerddoriaeth gan \ Music by Jerome Kern Llyfr a geiriau gan \ Book and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II
Gydar \ With the Cape Philharmonic Orchestra ar \ and the Cape Town Opera Chorus
Trwy drefniant gyda \ By arrangement with R&H Theatricals Europe
Gorff 22 26 Jul 14
wmc.org.uk \ 029 2063 6464
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//Starring Warwick Davies
(Willow, Star Wars, Lifes Too Short,
An Idot Abroad 3), See How They
Run is at the New Theatre from
Tuesday 6 April Saturday 10 May
2014.
This wonderfully funny and
much loved farce is brought to
life on stage once again this
time with a difference. It still
features hilarious comic situations
involving mistaken identity, doors
and vicars but the comedy will
be heightened by the fact that the
cast are all under four foot tall!
See How They Run is the debut
theatre tour of Warwick Davis
and his Reduced Height Theatre
Company. Warwick is the most
famous short actor in Britain with
a career spanning over three
decades.
He is best
known for
his roles in
Willow, Star
Wars, the
Harry Potter
films and most recently
on our TV screens in Lifes Too
Short, Doctor Who and An Idiot
Abroad 3.
See How They Run is at the
New Theatre from Tuesday
6 April Saturday 10 May.
Tickets are on sale now with
prices from 8.50 to 27.00. For
further details about the show
or to book tickets* visit www.
newtheatrecardiff.co.uk or call
the Box Office on (029) 2087
8889.
WARWICK DAVIES STARS
IN SEE HOW THEY RUN AT
THE NEW THEATRE
//As summer rolls around once
more, Meze Lounge and Mista Ifsta
present Newports biggest bands
competition as some of the south
Wales scenes freshest talent hit
the stage. Whether it be Metal,
Pop punk, Indie, Grime, Live
electro or whatever, youll find it
all at Meze.
Now in its third year, bands
from the south Wales scene will
be facing off on selected Friday
nights from May 9th for a cash
prize of 500 and bragging
rights as the Meze Lounge BOTB
champions 2014.
Meze Lounge is located at 6
Market Street, Newport. Call
01633 259144 if you want more
information.
NEWPORTS
BIGGEST BANDS
COMPETITION
WELL
LUSH
Le Pubs gorgeous vintage
and handmade fayre will
take place on May 3rd.
Why not pop along
and enjoy some of the
finest crafts and vintage
goodies youre likely to
find in the city?
Visit www.le-pub.co.uk
Here for you
24 hours a day
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ABCTAXIS
0800 0521273
Free phone
01633 271007 | 664488 | 271971
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Planning a Bank holiday meal out?
Pre-book your taxi now!
CCTV in most cars Accounts welcome (with high priority)
Fixed prices - know your price before your trip
Parcels and airports 1-8 seater minibus -
Ideal for ofce\family parties Reliable wedding service
Book now for your evening out
Online booking available
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OPEN 5 DAYS A WEEK
THURSDAY MONDAY 10.30AM 4.30PM
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*Help to Buy - Wales has specifc terms and conditions and is subject to afordability criteria as defned by the Homes and Communities Agency. For full details, terms
and conditions of Help to Buy - Wales visit the Newhaus Marketing Suite. Where a weekly repayment fgure is shown this is based on a valid mortgage quotation
supplied for a selected plot at time of publication and is not legally binding. Neither Newhaus, Savills nor Nuttal Parker can advise you on a mortgage. This scheme is
subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Not to be used in conjunction with any other purchase assistance scheme, ofer or promotion.
The quotation has been prepared by a mortgage broker who is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority to ofer mortgages. Full details of the
mortgage quotation stating loan required, property value, term of mortgage, repayment method, deposit needed, interest rates, fees and restrictions is available on
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Bringing care home
Family Friendly
Events & Fundraisers
Bedwas Rocks
Music
Sat 14 June 2014
Family fun day, lots of musical
entertainment, at 1pm Free
Entry for all participants
John Dixon Memorial
Dalmation Bike Ride
Sat 7 June 2014
Join us on the 3rd Dalmatian
Bike Ride as we cycle along the
very scenic canal towpath from
Brecon to Caerleon.
www.stdavidshospicecare.org - 01633 851051
Color Run
Sat 14 June 2014
New exciting event, the
brightest 5k run of 2014
Midnight Walk
Fri 6 June 2014
Walk 8 miles with us around
Cwmbran from 10pm at Night
Lots, Iots more information on our website as weII as events organised by our kind supporters
TeI: 01633 851051 E-maiI: fundraising@stdavidshospicecare.org
Web: www.stdavidshospicecare.org Twitter: @SDFHC Facebook: FoIIow Us
Monmouth
Raft Race
Sun 7 September 2014
Its a fun afternoon on the river.
Build your own raft for the 6.5
mile race along the beautiful
River Wye
St Davids Hospice Care support people (Free of charge) with life threatening
illnesses, and their families, to face the challenge of reaching the end of their
lives with dignity and respect.
28th May
Gardening w
orkshop
Go green at the Gardening Workshop and learn how
to make your garden grow! Back by popular demand.
29th May
Mini Zoo
Make some wild new friends! Slithering snakes, cheeky
meerkats and lively lizards are just a few of the animals on
show, as well as some cute rabbits and guinea pigs to pet.
Our F
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family fun events
this half term include:
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(Mon-Sat, 7am-6pm
Sunday & Bank Holiday 1)
Bring along your Kidz Club card
and get a stamp.
Collect all 6 and win
a prize!
Kingway Kidz Club workshops
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Follow the Big Splash online
facebook.com/bigsplashnewport
@newportfestival
#bigsplash2014
www.newport.gov.uk/theriverfront
01633 656757
weekend of Fun, Spectacle
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