EDITOR'S LETTER EST. 1987 A TIME FOR May/June 2016 Publisher Sketty Publications Address exploration 16 Coed Saeson Crescent Sketty Swansea SA2 9DG Phone 01792 299612 49 General Enquiries [email protected] SWANSEA FESTIVAL OF TRANSPORT Advertising John Hughes Conveniently taking place on Father’s Day, Sun 19 June, the Swansea Festival [email protected] of Transport returns for its 23rd year. There’ll be around 500 exhibits in and around Swansea City Centre with motorcycles, vintage, modified and film cars, Editor Holly Hughes buses, trucks and tractors on display! [email protected] Listings Editor & Accounts JODIE PRENGER Susan Hughes BBC’s I’d Do Anything winner, Jodie Prenger, heads to Swansea to perform the role [email protected] of Emma in Tell Me on a Sunday. Kay Smythe chats with the bubbly Jodie to find [email protected] out what the audience can expect from the show and to get some insider info into Design Jodie’s life off stage. Waters Creative www.waters-creative.co.uk SCAMPER HOLIDAYS Print Stephens & George Print Group This is THE ultimate luxury glamping experience. Sleep under the stars in boutique accommodation located on Gower with to-die-for views. JULY/AUGUST 2016 EDITION With the option to stay in everything from tiki cabins to shepherd’s huts, and Listings: Thurs 19 May timber tents to static camper vans, it’ll be an unforgettable experience. View a Digital Edition www.visitswanseabay.com/downloads SPRING BANK HOLIDAY If you’re stuck for ideas of how to spend Spring Bank Holiday, Mon 30 May, then check out our round-up of fun events taking place across the city. The Gower Good Food Festival at the Gower Heritage Centre is the perfect 20,000 copies choice for those wanting to indulge in local, home-made produce. DELIVERED TO ASIAN FLAVOURS MAJOR OUTLETS For a taste sensation, how about going on a foodie tour of some of our city’s most talked-about restaurants serving up What’s On in Swansea Magazine is freely available delicious Asian flavours in abundance. We’ve highlighted some true gems in hundreds of established, quality venues including that offer authentic flavours. From Chinese to Indonesian, we’ve got it all tourist information centres, libraries, council and covered. government departments, post offices, theatres, museums and galleries, entertainment centres, sports and leisure centres, selected restaurants and hotels, LISTINGS supermarkets and established retail outlets throughout With two bank holidays and half-term occurin’ in May and June, there are plenty of opportunities Swansea, Mumbles and Gower and within a 30-mile radius of Swansea. to gather the family. Our listings pages are at your service to help plan your outings. And, don’t forget, it’s always the right time to indulge a hobby; our clubs and classes section could be the key to Disclaimer embracing your interests. Whilst every effort is made to achieve accuracy, What’s On in Swansea Magazine is not responsible for errors or The transition from spring to summer is an exciting time. We’re taunted with a few corkers omissions. No part of this publication may be reproduced without the written permission of the publishers. weather-wise and it’s smiles all round. It’s beach time and we’ve plenty to explore. This edition Artwork, text and photographs submitted for publication has oodles of ideas for days of exploration and adventure. Get up, get out and get active. within this Magazine are accepted on the understanding that prior permission has been sought by the subscriber, We’ll be back to hit you up with our summer magazine, where relevant. Like us Holly on What’s On in Swansea Magazine Follow us on @whats_on_mag WHAT’S ON PAGE 1 WHAT’S ON PAGE 2 EVENTS WHAT’S ON PAGE 3 EVENTS WHAT’S ON PAGE 4 EVENTS WHAT’S ON PAGE 5 EVENTS WHAT’S ON PAGE 6 EVENTS The final year students have had a journey in realising their design The Coracle Classic outcomes; they have had to master multiple industrially recognised skills, Vehicle Road Run from state-of the-art digital tools and 3D printing, to the more traditional methods of hands-on designing and making. Sat 18 June Now in its second year, this free event is open to all types Swansea College of Art, Alexandra Road SA1 5DU of vehicle from scooters to heavy haulage trucks. Around Info: www.uwtsd.ac.uk 200 vehicles enter from all parts of the country. The venue for the start of the event is the Civic Centre car park and the vehicles start leaving at 10am. The route will be via Carmarthen Road, Penllergaer, Pontlliw, Tycroes, National Garden Scheme Ammanford, Llandeilo and along the A40 until they reach Overton & Port Eynon Carmarthen, the oldest town in Wales, where the vehicles will be on display in the streets of the town until about 4pm. Gardens Open from Sat 26 June, 2pm-5.30pm The 23rd Swansea Explore Overton and Port Eynon’s three hidden delightful gardens. Beginning with Westcliffe Festival of House, which is a garden which has been created despite salt laden winds at its clifftop situation. Transport There is a Mediterranean atmosphere featuring Sun 19 June, 10.30am-4pm two water features and is inspired by the gardener’s admiration for Italy. Enjoy home-made teas on your The free to enter and visit event usually visit. sees around 500 exhibits on display in Swansea City Centre around Castle Square, The Boarlands is a small plantsman’s garden with enchanting views Princess Way, Oxford Street, Wind Street, over Port Eynon Bay. It's only six years old and features many rare and Union Street, Portland Street and St Mary’s car unusual plants including many from the southern hemisphere. Decking area park where the streets become the showground overlooking view, small woodland area, many climbers, herbaceous/shrub for the day. Motorcycles, vintage, classic, modified borders and scree/rockery. and film cars fill the streets while classic buses, trucks and tractors fill the larger areas. Classic buses Box Boat Cottage - a sheltered cottage garden attached to a period also run from various places throughout the day. cottage. Island bed, herbaceous borders, shrubs and mature trees. Big American cars and trucks will arrive along with military and emergency vehicles. Combined admission £4.50 per adult, children free. All proceeds to charity. Info: www.ngs.org.uk For further info on The Coracle Road Run and Festival of Transport, contact Ashley on 07814 958379 or email [email protected] NEW PLAYERS/COACHES WANTED FOR LADIES' FOOTBALL TEAM Swansea College of Penclawdd AFC has started a new ladies football team. They Art Degree Show Festival currently train once a week and in September will enter the West Wales Women’s League. The senior section has two teams in the Opens Sat 21 May Swansea Senior League, with the majority of the players being under 25. Design defines the world around us, giving it form and material quality. All designers work The junior section continues to grow at a phenomenal pace and hard to contribute to consumer experiences. has age groups from under 6 up to 15. They have a strict At the University of Wales Trinity St David, philosophy of equal game time for all junior players Swansea College of Art, this year’s Graduate regardless of ability, and will never adopt a win-at- Design Exhibition opens up the possibilities all-cost mentality. of product evolution, with a dynamic range of conceptual design solutions for now and Teams play on two pitches located in Penclawdd, the future. The students have taken on Dan Y Graig and Graig Y Coed, under the guidance everyday design challenges and redefined of qualified coaches. creative engagement; what you will see is a culmination of three years of hard work and enjoyment. For further info, contact Chris Jones (seniors and ladies) 07814 430796 and Alan Shepherd (juniors) on 07876 878709. www.penclawddafc.co.uk WHAT’S ON PAGE 7 EVENTS NATIONAL CELEBRATION OF BUDDHA’S TEACHINGS Fri 6 - Sun 8 May Dharmavajra Kadampa Buddhist Centre will be hosting this year’s Welsh Dharma Celebration. This annual celebration is a special opportunity to gather together with spiritual practitioners and friends from across Wales and beyond to enjoy teachings and meditations. Kadam Bridget Heyes presents Buddha’s teachings with exceptional clarity, SEASHORE SAFARIS skill and wisdom, showing how people can easily integrate the teachings into their daily lives. During this celebration, she will teach us how to INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR reduce stress and anxiety, find inner peace and serenity, and get the most BIODIVERSITY meaning out of life. In particular, she will share the special meditation Sat 21 May, meet 11.30am at top of practice of Buddha Amitayus, which is a powerful method to heal and steps in main car park, Bracelet Bay strengthen the mind. WORLD OCEANS DAY, WORM’S HEAD There will be time in between sessions to relax, socialise, and enjoy light Sun 5 June, meet 11.30am at the National Trust Shop, Rhossili refreshments in the centre’s café, as well as browse the centre’s gift and Tharpa bookshops. Join marine biologist Judith Oakley to discover the amazing hidden shore life of Mumbles and Gower. Please wear suitable clothing and footwear as For full details of the timetable and entry fees (children under 12, you will get wet feet and the ground is uneven. No nets or dogs. Children free), visit www.meditationinwales.org or contact 01792 458245. must be accompanied by an adult. Ages 3+.