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Cowbridge & Vale
- Clubs and Societies
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you are a member of a Club or Society and would like to have some
details added here Free Of
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Air
Cadet Squadron
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packed youth organisation for young men and women between 13 and 18
years of age. The Cadets have the opportunity of undertaking
flying, gliding, shooting, adventurous training, Duke of Edinburgh Award
Scheme, visits to RAF stations and sport amongst many activities.
We parade on East Camp at RAF St. Athan on Monday & Wednesday
evening 7 - 9.30pm. Sqn Tel No 797189 |
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Alkido Classes
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AIKIDO - Llantrisant Ki
Society holds an Aikido class on Thursdays in the Minstrel Room above
Halcyon Daze, opposite Ye Olde Masons Arms, Cowbridge. The class is held
between 12 and 2.00 pm., and the cost is £3 per hour. Our study
includes Kenkodo - Way of Health, as well as Aikido, which explores the
resolution of conflict through harmony. Anyone, whatever size, shape,
age etc. may practice. Each individual can improve their fitness,
confidence, ability to relax etc. and enjoy the experience. Ask for
details at Halcyon Daze or email iantofullpelt@ntlworld.com |
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Axis
Historical Society - Barry South Wales
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Axis Historical Society, Local History for Barry South Wales, is
a registered charity. no. 1052998. we were formed in 1993, with
the aim of preserving the history of Barry by way of
photographs, documents and artifacts. We collect and preserve
anything and everything that is to do with the history of Barry
and surrounding area. To that aim.
Should you wish any further information on our History Society
please contact.
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Baby Signing - Cowbridge
United Free church
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Baby
signing is amazing, it means that babies as young as 6 months can
communicate with you by using sign language. Our classes welcome babies
from newborn to 2 years and through singing, playing with instruments
and signing they learn to communicate before they can talk. It’s lots
of fun and can help with development, as well as being a social activity
for the parents – we have a structured 30 min lesson then there is
free tea, coffee and biscuits afterwards. Classes take place on Fridays
(term time) 10am to 11am at the United Free church (opposite the police
station). Call 01656 862725 or 07956 241878 to book a place
Website
is www.tinytalk.co.uk/rhiannonh
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Barry Camera Club
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| Barry Camera
Club meets each Friday evening at 7.30 from September to May , at the St.
Francis Millennium Hall, Porth-y-Castell, Barry Garden Suburb
, Barry.We have a varied and
interesting programme for the coming season. See our Web Site.www.barrycameraclub.org.uk |
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Barry Sea Cadets
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Barry Sea Cadets offer a range of activities such as shooting, drill, first aid, marine engineering, seamanship, sailing, power boating, swimming, football to name just a few. Unit training is based around the District / Area / National Training programme of events and competitions giving youngsters the opportunity to attend courses on Royal Naval bases.
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The Sea Cadet Corps is a nationwide voluntary uniformed youth
organisation, open to young people between the ages of 10 – 18years, regardless of sex, religion or race, and within the bounds of safety to themselves and others, to those with special needs.
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The aim of the Sea Cadet Corps is to help young people towards responsible adulthood by encouraging valuable personal attributes and high standards of conduct, using a nautical theme based on the customs of the Royal Navy.
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AGE GROUPS: JUNIORS 10 – 12 years
CADETS 12 – 18 years
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TELEPHONE/FAX: 01446 701390
EMAIL:
barryseacadets@gmail.com
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| Beaupre
Singers |
We are a small group of singers who meet on Wednesdays in St. Hilary Village Hall (opposite the church entrance) at 7.30pm each week.
We generally sing in four parts – unaccompanied Renaissance church music and madrigals and perform in local churches and even at Old Beaupre Castle.
All voices are welcome, so if you are interested in singing with us please contact Brian Caston on 01446 792486 or come to a practice and join in!
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| 3rd
Cadet Battalion Royal Regiment of Wales |
Are you interested in becoming an adult
leader or an army cadet?
We have local Army Cadet Detachments in Rhoose,Barry and
Penarth,you can contact us on Cardiff 029 20390992 this is our Company
office.
Army Cadet - have you got it?
12 - 18 years old? Handle a real challenge? Got enthusiasm,
stamina, courage and mental strength? Want to go there and do it? Then
you want to join the Army Cadets.
The Army Cadets is demanding - sometimes challenging and rewarding.
You get back far more than you put in; confidence, assertiveness,
bravery, leadership, new skills and unique experiences. The ACF is
serious fun too.
Contact us at our battalion office;
Glamorgan Counties Army Cadet Force
(5th Cadet Battalion The Royal Welsh)
TA Centre
Heol West Plas
Litchard
Bridgend
CF31 1PA
Interested? Call Us Now! 01656 663144
Yours Ian
Howell Company Commander
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| Bont
Faen Woman's Institute |
Bont Faen WI is a member of the Glamorgan Federation of Woman’s Institutes. We are approximately 30 members. We meet the 3rd Thursday in the Lesser Hall, Cowbridge at 8.00 p.m. Guests are always welcome to our meeting. Guests are requested to pay £1. The meeting consists of a speaker/demonstrator on varied topics followed by a short ‘business’ session, with time to socialise over a cup of tea/coffee, before the meeting closes at 10.00pm. In addition we meet up to enjoy a social occasion, generally the 1st Thursday, ranging from walks, visits to the theatre etc. We have recently set up a Craft Group which will meet twice a month, once in the day and once in the evening. Examples of topics: The History of kitchen gadgets, Clarice Cliff, The National DNA Database, What does she do in that shed?
Contact: New Members Hostess: JulieHarri54@talktalk.net
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Butterfly
Ceramics
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Create
beautiful Ceramic items at BUTTERFLY CERAMICS, Heritage Business Park,
units 1&2, Morfa Lane, just outside Llantwit Major. There
are hundreds of molds of all shapes and sizes, for all reasons and
seasons, to suit most tastes. This hobby is relaxing and
fulfilling... come and give it a go. Choose membership or one-off
visits, you don't have to be artistic ... honest!! Your friends
and family will be amazed at the stunning items you will create, using
the magic of kiln and glazes. For those who already produce
ceramics at home, a firing service is available, so now you can tackle
those larger items that won’t fit in your hobby Kiln.
Also
- Personalised items for Special Occasions, and commissioned items to
suit your decor, taste etc.
Open
evenings Mon – Friday and all day at weekends - some daytime opening
may be available
Contact
Details
Telephone
07933809686 Email
rayfairy@aol.com
Web
Page (under construction)
url www.butterflyceramics.co.uk
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Cardiff Astronomical
Society
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Cardiff
Astronomical Society was founded in July 1975 by Dr Bob Owens and Dave
Powell at an out of London meeting of the British Astronomical
Association held at Dyffryn Gardens. They are both still members today
as the Society continues to develop its activities supported by a very
active and enthusiastic committee. For
further details please open PDF
Document.
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www.cardiff-astronomical-society.org
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Cardiff
& Vale of Glamorgan Orchid Society
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Cardiff
& Vale of Glamorgan Orchid Society - we meet at Highlight Park
Community Centre, Barry on the 2nd Saturday afternoon in each month from
2.30p.m. until 4.0p.m. For further information people can contact me as
Secretary or our Chairman and the relevant telephone numbers are:
Sec. Mrs.
J.M. Lewis, 01446/403970 email: aeranthes@yahoo.com
Chairman:
Mr. T. Cumming: 01446/738472 |
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Classical
Education Forum
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The Classical Education
Forum provides a range of Humanities, Arts and Modern Language courses
through weekly lectures, saturday schools, revision schools and trips.
We have been providing Saturday Schools for nine months and are now
expanding the range substantially.
Based in the Cardiff area, including Cowbridge, our mission is to
provide a range of courses taught by professional lecturers and
post-graduate students to all who are interested for self-improvement,
relaxation and fun. We have endeavoured to keep the costs down and our
doors are open to all irrespective of educational background and
disabilities.
So whether you are looking for something specific, or just interested in
learning something new and meeting like-minded people, why not enrol on
one of our events?
Website: http://www.classicaleducationforum.co.uk/
Email: classicaleducationforum@hotmail.co.uk
or follow us on facebook/twitter
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Classical-Education-Forum/207781558455
http://twitter.com/cefcardiff
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Cowbridge
Amateur Operatic Society
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in 1968, CAOS have entertained the Vale of Glamorgan with musicals,
operettas and concerts, achieving an enviable reputation for the quality
of their productions. Rehearsals take place at 7.30pm on a Tuesday night
at Y Bont Faen School. The Market Theatre is run by the resident group,
Cowbridge Amateur Dramatic Society (CADS) who try to stage three main
productions a year. It is the aim of the committee to present a varied
programme and see that the theatre becomes a prominent part of the local
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Cowbridge
Art Society
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Cowbridge Art Society is a thriving local society of approx 70 members. In 2010 we celebrate our 50th Anniversary.
Meetings are held every Thursday in term time in Old Hall Community College from 7-9pm.
We have a varied programme of events,including practical sessions,and demonstrations and talks by prominent artists,both local and from other parts of the country. Workshops are held on some Saturdays in Llanblethian Church Hall between
10am and 4pm.
Members are of all abilities, ranging from absolute beginners to some highly skilled painters.All work well together and
we are always willing to learn something new.
New members are always welcome-- for further information please ring 01446 775735 or 01656 860095, or just come to Old Hall
on a Thursday at 7pm.
Annual subscriptions: individual membership:£18, couples £24. Visitors
are now charged £3.00 Thursday meetings at £2 per
night The programme of events is announced weekly in The Gem.
Exhibitions and Sales of paintings
'The Annual Exhibition at Old
Hall Community College is held for approx. 3 weeks during Nov/Dec.
with 15 Trophies awarded for various categories .
(Please see Press notice for the
exact dates.)'
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Cowbridge
Choral Society
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Cowbridge Choral Society is a mixed choir formed in 1983, singing a
variety of music from major choral works to light music, Welsh hymns and
operatic excerpts. The choir rehearses Thursdays at 7:30 pm at the
Cowbridge United Free Church and welcomes new members at any time in all
voice sections. Click
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| Cowbridge
Cricket Club |
| Details on
Cowbridge Cricket Club. Please
Click Here
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| Cowbridge
Dance |
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Cowbridge
Dance specialises in the teaching of adult Ballroom Dancing with classes
and Private Lessons for both absolute beginners and advanced. Classes
are great fun ,normally well attended and are ‘pay as you go’.
Regular
Social Dances are arranged in St Donats, Wales Millennium Centre and
Penarth.
For
further details please visit the website : www.cowbridgedance.com
or contact Alan Taylor UKA NATD direct : alandance@btinternet.com
tel. 07890 707759 “
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Cowbridge
Local History Room
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Open Wednesdays 10 - 12 in
term-time (and when the Old Hall Adult Education Centre is open).
This small, bright room on
the ground floor of Old Hall has been set up between Cowbridge Record
Society and the Local History Society to house photographs and all
manner of documents relating to the history of the town and
surrounding area, including the buildings and the people who have
lived here. Most of the archives have been gathered over many years by
Jeff Alden, who died in 2007 and to whom the room is dedicated;
donations of further material continue to be deposited. Volunteers
help sort, catalogue and assist with the many enquiries which flow in.
Browsers are welcome. Contact numbers : Betty Alden 01446 773373 (bettyalden@googlemail.com),
Dick Buswell 01446 771929 (profbuswell@onetel.com), Deborah
Fisher 01656 659286 (fisherd@onetel.net)
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Cowbridge
Male Voice Choir
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Cowbridge
Male Voice Choir (Cor Meibion y Bontfaen) was formed in 1971. In 1973
they appeared on television and in April 1974 sang before H.R.H.
Princess Alexandra at the Royal Albert Hall, London, sharing the stage
with Dame Vera Lynn and Larry Adler. In 1994 they appeared with Anneka
Rice (CMVC President) in Challenge Anneka. The choir sing frequently in
support of charities in the UK and abroad. Click
Here for their Website.
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No.
293 (Cowbridge) Squadron ATC
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The
squadrons Headquarters is in Cowbridge. We are the only Squadron to hold
The Royal Humane Societies Citation on Vellum. This is the highest award
that they make to a group of people. It was awarded to the Squadron for
their assistance in helping an injured climber on Snowdon. Click
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Cowbridge
Ladies RFC
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Cowbridge RFC Ladies
welcomes players; new or experienced aged 18+, and volunteers to
become part of a successful team.
Training takes place on
Wednesday evenings at the club grounds from 7pm to 8.30pm.
The beauty about rugby is
that age, size and speed doesn''t matter as there is a position to
suit everyone. All we ask for is enthusiasm and a liking for mud!
The team also enjoy
various social occasions along with charity and community work.
Come along, see for yourself
and meet the ladies.
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Cowbridge
National Trust
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Please
click here to access 2011 events programme.
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Cowbridge
Rotary Club
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Meets
Mondays 7.15pm Bear Hotel Cowbridge. Every Monday except Bank holidays
For
more information regarding activities and membership, etc. visit our
website at www.cowbridgerotary.org.uk
and use the contact form.
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Cowbridge Primary School
Orchestra - Primary Cluster Links Orchestra (PCLO)
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The orchestra has been set
primarily to help the Year 5 and 6 children who attend the Primary
schools in the Cowbridge Cluster area with their transition to the
Comprehensive. However with more children playing instruments at Primary
school level, the orchestra is there for children from Reception to Year
6 to help with their knowledge and understanding of Music.
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PCLO has a number of
harpists and have a very strong young string players
attendance with the orchestra developing friendship through Music
in the Primary Cluster Links Community.
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PCLO
rehearsals run every Tuesday from 4:00pm to 5:30pm, during the academic
term at Cowbridge Lower School.
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For more
information, letters and application forms please contact:
Mrs
Julie Williams Head of KS3 Music on 01446 772311, JWILLIAMS@cowbridgecomprehensiveschool.co.uk
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Cowbridge Squash Club
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| Cowbridge Squash Club is the only private squash club in the west of the vale and offers three courts all with viewing galleries and facilities for changing and showering. The club runs three mens squash teams two in South Glamorgan Leagues and one in the South Wales League as well as internal leagues. We also have a junior coaching scheme which runs every Saturday morning with two qualified coaches taking boys and girls between the ages of 7 to 16. New members are always most welcome for more information phone Club Chairman Clive Prigg on 01446-773729 or in the case of Juniors call at the club between 10 and 12 on a Saturday morning. The club is situated next to the rugby club main building, off the broadshoard in
Cowbridge.
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Cowbridge Tennis Club
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ABOUT
THE CLUB |
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have 4 floodlit courts and the all weather playing surface
means that club activities run all year round. |
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We
currently have 2 Ladies teams and a Mens team playing in the
South Wales Summer Doubles League. |
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From
October to March we run a Ladies and a Mixed team in the
Winter Veterans League, as well as a Ladies team in the Cymru
Kitchens Winter League. |
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Tournaments include the National Club League and ‘Road To
Wimbledon’ events, along with squad sessions and school
holiday coaching camps. |
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of events and news are posted on the noticeboards throughout
the year. |
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Club is located next to the rugby club alongside Cowbridge
Leisure Centre. |
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have access to the courts at all times outside |
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organised activities |
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operate
a court booking system. Juniors have court priority from
4 - 6pm weekdays, and on Saturday mornings. |
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Suitable
sports clothing and tennis shoes to be worn on the courts at
all times. |
| Membership: |
| Sarah
Wallace 01446 775800 |
| Chairman: |
| Alison
Kurobasa 01446 775653 |
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Cowbridge Town Twinning
Association
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The
CTTA was established in 1991 as a Community Twinning Association with
Municipal Support. Cowbridge is twinned with the medieval town of
Clisson near Nantes. There are annual exchange visits with Clisson and
also many opportunities for informal contacts, many of which have led to
lasting friendships. The association also holds several functions during
each year that give the opportunity for members to meet and enjoy a social
evening in Cowbridge
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Website:- www.cowbridge-twinning.co.uk
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Cowbridge
Youth Centre
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Cowbridge
Youth Centre
is based in the old magistrate court at the rear of
Cowbridge Police Station. The Centre offers a wide range of
activities; issue based work, arts, sports, residential
opportunities, citizenship, community projects in addition to
providing advice and information for young people.
Contact
Details
Cowbridge Youth Centre and Contacts
(main
contact for Colwinston, St Brides and Wick Youth Club)
Westgate
Cowbridge
Vale
of Glamorgan
CF717AR
tel: 01446
774460
fax: 01446
775545
email:
yccowbridge@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk
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Dyffryn
Croquet Club
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| Dyffryn Croquet Club play
association croquet in the South West Federation and are based at
Dyffryn Gardens. New members are welcome at any time and coaching can be
arranged. The club provides all equipment but flat soled shoes must be
worn. Contact
secretary@dyffryncroquet.org.uk
or Visit our Website at
www.dyffryncroquet.org.uk
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Girlguiding Vale
Division, as part of a worldwide Movement, enables girls and young women
to develop emotionally, mentally, physically and spiritually in order to
take an active and
responsible role in society.
So – if
you’re aged 5 or over and want to have fun and friendship – JOIN US!
If you fancy a challenge that’s
hugely rewarding we have plenty of opportunities for adult volunteer
Contact:- Amanda Blake Division Commissioner
e-mail:
amandacowbridgebrownies@hotmail.co.uk
www.ggcg.org.uk
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Llanblethian Church Hall
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Available
for Private Hire £6.00 per hour. Sound system and large
screen, ideal for childrens parties and dances.
Meetings
held by Bridge Club, Line dancers, Art Groups, W.I. childrens groups.
Contact Richard Norris 01446 774564
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Llanblethian Get Together
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An
informal gathering of local people at the Cross Inn every Tuesday
evening from about 8pm for a few drinks to get to know more people in
the village. The Cross Inn provide some nibbles as well! We
started on 4th October and hope to continue indefinitely.
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Llantwit
Major Archery Club
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We
meet on Monday nights at the Llantwit Major Rugby Club between
18:30 and 21:00
and on Friday night at the Llantwit Major Leisure Centre
19:00 to 21:00. New members are
welcome but they must be 17 years of age or older.
Coaching is available for beginners. We are
predominantly a field archery club although target
archers are welcome. If you are interested in having a go at
this most ancient sport or are an experienced archer living
locally and seeking a club, please come along on Wednesday
evenings or email me more details. email:
secretary@lmarchers.org
Website
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Llantwit
Major & Vale Cycling Club.
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| The Llantwit Major & Vale
Cycling Group enjoy steady Cycling in good company and the time to enjoy
our surroundings. No one gets left behind on our runs as the group
generally proceeds at the pace of its slowest member or frequently stops
to re-group. Any cycle is suitable although one with several gears is an
advantage. The Club meets every Sunday throughout the year and on
Tuesday Evenings from April to September. If you require any further
Details then please Email
me or visit our website by
Clicking
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Llantwit
Major & Cowbridge Lions
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Contact Names - Ray Wilson - President
01446 793457
Keith Brown - Secretary 01446 793804 |
We run and participate in a number of fund
raising events throughout the
year with 100% of the money raised going mainly to local charities and
other good causes. Throughout the year we also organise a number
of social events for club members and their families.
We meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month in the Boverton Castle
but please contact one of the names above or any other member of the
Lions before attending. |
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Llantwit
Major and District Darts League |
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Darts is thriving in
the area, the League has over 300 players who enjoy a game that can be
as friendly or competitiive as you like. The league operates two
divisions, on Mondays and Tuesdays during the Winter Season, and a
Summer League on Tuesdays. For Further
Details visit our Website by
Clicking
Here |
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Llantwit
Major and District Pool League |
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Major and District Pool League play pool on Wednesday evenings between
other Local Public Houses and competitions are organized on a regular
basis. |
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Major Music |
| Major Music is a youth
music charity offering musical opportunities to young people in Llantwit
Major, Cowbridge and the rest of the Vale of Glamorgan. It provides
music tutoring, vocal coaching and mentoring amongst many other things.
We meet every Tuesday evening between 1900h and 2100h at Llantwit Major
Youth Centre. For further information, please contact info@majormusic.net
telephone 01446 792141 or check out our website www.majormusic.net
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Ogmore Angling
Association |
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Primarily a game fishing Association, the
waters we control contain Salmon, Sea Trout, Brown Trout and Grayling.
Members may fish for these species using a variety of techniques
including Fly Fishing, spinning and bait or worm fishing. For further
details visit:-http://www.ogmoreanglingassociation.com
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Wales newest rugby club we will be
running rugby side's aged from 6 upwards based out of Rhoose
village in the vale of Glamorgan.
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Street Dance |
Cowbridge classes are held in the duke of
wellington pub in the back
function room on thursdays. 6pm-7pm for 6-11 years and 7pm-8pm for ages
12
and up.lynette.t.williams@hotmail.co.uk
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