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Record number of entries for Torch Theatre’s pantomime competition

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A RECORD breaking 150 entries have been received for the Giant’s Golden Object Competition at the Torch Theatre, beating last years’ number of 84 where young people were asked to design a dress for Belle for the Beauty and the Beast pantomime. Five schools in the county have sent their entries in and many individuals with the winner being announced in the next few weeks.

With just under two months before the annual festive pantomime at the Torch Theatre, young people under 18 years old were asked to design a large golden object for the Giant’s castle for the evergreen pantomime of Jack and Beanstalk.

The winning design, keeping everyone on their toes, will be a difficult one to build as designer Kevin Jenkins explains.

“I really liked the fact that it was both gold and silver, as well as being covered in a range of different jewels, such as rubies, emeralds and sapphires. The winner thought it would be both the perfect item for the Giant to have kept locked away from everyone but also something that was a little bit fun and silly (just like our pantomime!).”

Tim Howe, responsible for Youth and Community at the Torch, who doesn’t want to give too much away before the winner is announced, said:

“The design team will now have the really tough task of making the winning golden object as we can’t just buy these things off the shelf you know! Our team of wonderful theatre professionals will be scouring every shop they can find so that they can create this very special golden object – and don’t forget it’s got to be big enough for the Giant too!”

“We were amazed by all the brilliant entries that young people across our county came up with. The designs have been terrific – what imaginations you all have! And we can’t wait to surprise the winner in the next week or so – who knows, we could be knocking on your door very soon!” concluded Tim.

All ‘Golden Objects’ designs will be displayed in the Torch Theatre’s Joanna Field Gallery throughout December for all to see.

Jack and the Beanstalk will feature on the Torch Theatre stage from Fri 13 Dec – Sun 29 Dec 2024 with matinee and evening performances. Ticket prices: £23.50 | £19.50 Cons | £75.00 Family. Relaxed Environment Performance on Saturday 14 December at 2pm. BSL Performance – Tuesday 17 December at 6pm.

To book your tickets or for further information, contact the Box Office on 01646 695267 or visit torchtheatre.co.uk

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Peaky Blinders & Casino Night set for Broad Haven

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RESIDENTS of Broad Haven and surrounding areas are in for an exciting night, as the Havens Events Crew brings a Peaky Blinders themed Casino Night to Broad Haven Village Hall on November 8. The event will run from 7:00pm to 11:30pm, offering locals a chance to dress up, try their luck, and enjoy live music.

Tickets for entry are priced at £15 and can be purchased at Broad Haven Post Office. Casino tickets, available for £5, can be bought at the door, allowing guests to fully dive into the night’s gambling activities. Entertainment will feature live music by The Numbers Racket, a local favourite, starting at 8:00pm.

Guests are encouraged to dress in their best Peaky Blinders attire, though it’s optional. The event follows a BYO (bring-your-own) policy for alcohol and snacks, making it a relaxed and flexible evening. Strict ID requirements will be in place, with no alcohol permitted for under-18s, and those under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

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On the water fireworks frenzy at Milford Waterfront

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VIEW West Wales’ number one, free entry firework display by the Milford Haven Round Table at Milford Waterfront!

This is Pembrokeshire’s biggest, most spectacular, over-the-water fireworks display and not to be missed.

Taking place on 5th November, the gates opening from 4pm this year. Prepare yourself for an unforgettable time at Milford Haven Round Table’s Fireworks Extravaganza.

More than just an impressive pyrotechnic extravaganza. Indulge in the delights of a lively fun fair, live music hosted by Pure West Radio and tantalise your taste buds with a variety of street food. All overlooking the 300-berth marina and Milford Haven Waterway.

Stay in the loop with all the latest updates by following the Milford Haven Round Table on Facebook.

Reminder:

No sparklers permitted.

No access from the Hakin side (on foot or by car) and Hakin Point Jetty will be closed. Best viewed from the Mackerel Quay and parking is limited; consider parking in town and walking down or use the park and ride.

Stay:

For a bird’s eye view of the display, the Ty Hotel Milford Waterfront has marina-view rooms including breakfast from £146 per night based on two sharing.

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BBC Wales announce whole raft of activity for BBC Children in Need

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BBC WALES has announced a range of activity this year to raise money for BBC Children in Need, with presenters including Aled Hughes, Jason Mohammad and Derek Brockway all getting involved in the action.

From making a splash with the Thousand Mile Challenge to tackling a gruelling seven-day hike along the North Wales Pilgrim’s Way and joining our resident weatherman for an extra special walk, teams across BBC Cymru Wales are facing some of their most ambitious challenges yet.

BBC Radio Cymru’s Aled Hughes is undertaking an extraordinary 135-mile hike from Holywell to Aberdaron, retracing the steps of pilgrims from centuries ago. Aled will be attempting to walk over 20 miles a day, covering particularly challenging terrain between Bangor and Nantlle Valley, as well as climbing the Carneddau mountains in Eryri.

Accompanying Aled on the week’s walk is mountain leader and expert, Merfyn Jones, along with guests including comedians Tudur Owen and Katie Gill-Williams, and presenters Gerallt Pennant and Dilwyn Morgan.

Aled Hughes said: “Since joining Radio Cymru in 2016 I’ve taken on lots of different challenges to raise money for Children in Need, from climbing up Yr Wyddfa five times in five daysto cycling from Bangor to Cardiff, but I can say hands down this will be the toughest challenge I’ve ever attempted. But across the seven days there will be plenty of fun, banter and storytelling, and we’ll learn from the people who live in and are part of the communities along the trail.”

Aled’s walk will take place across the week leading up to the BBC Children in Need Big Night of TV (9-15 November).

From one gruelling challenge to another, BBC Radio Wales’ Jason Mohammad and BBC Radio Cymru 2’s Dom James will be taking part in an epic swimming challenge with colleagues from across BBC Local Radio in England, BBC Radio Scotland, BBC Radio Ulster and BBC Radio Foyle to swim a combined 1000 miles for BBC Children in Need.

As part of the Thousand Mile Challenge for BBC Children in Need, Jason will attempt to swim a total of 12 miles across five days (4-8 November), accompanied each day by fellow presenters; Lucy Owen, Molly Palmer, Behnaz Akhgar, Ian Hunt, Eleri Sion and Dom James, who will endeavour to swim 12 miles between them to reach the combined attempted BBC Cymru Wales distance of 24 miles.

BBC Radio Cymru’s Aled Hughes will be walking over 135 miles for BBC Children in Need

The presenters will be cheered on and supported by former Team GB swimmers and Olympians, Rebecca Adlington and Mark Foster. The pair of seasoned swimmers and multiple medal winners will be on hand to share all their experience, training tips and words of encouragement as the presenters dive into the challenge.

Jason Mohammad said: “BBC Children in Need is so important and has played a big role in my broadcasting life. From hosting the big concerts for BBC Cymru Wales to the Swim Challenge I completed in Salford Quays for BBC Radio 2 a few years ago. So to have been asked to do a few more miles this time around is an honour, although I have to admit, slightly daunting. I will take on this challenge with everything I’ve got, and I’m already training hard for it, so bring it on.”

Elsewhere, Derek Brockway will be in Pembrokeshire for a special episode of Weatherman Walking as he walks from St David’s to Whitesands while celebrating some of the incredible work done by charities and projects from across Wales which are supported by BBC Children in Need.

Throughout the episode we will hear from organisations including Ruthin-based Calon RDA, which offers children and young people the opportunity to build their confidence through a connection with horses, and RAY Ceredigion, which gives children and young people living in rural areas of west Wales new opportunities, along with a range of charities and projects from across Wales.

The special episode of Weatherman Walking for Children in Need will TX on Wednesday 13November at 8pm on BBC1 Wales.

Rhuanedd Richards, Director of BBC Wales, said: “BBC Children in Need is something we’re proud to support year after year, but we’re so pleased to announce a wealth of activity coming from our teams in BBC Wales this year, with our continued aim to help support vital charity projects in communities across Wales and the rest of the UK. These endeavours might be more ambitious than ever before, but we’ve got no doubt that Aled, Jason, and everyone else taking part will give it their all, and we’ll be cheering them on every step of the way.”

Simon Antrobus, Chief Executive at BBC Children in Need, said: “We’re thrilled to see the BBC Nations and Regions get behind BBC Children in Need’s 2024 Appeal. Right now we are only able to fund 1 in 8 organisations who ask us for support. Only with the generosity of the public can we continue help to lighten the load for hundreds of thousands of children and young people across the UK and help change their lives.”

To find out more, visit https://www.bbcchildreninneed.co.uk/

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