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0:00:03 > 0:00:08- I'm visiting a town where they - produce one of my favourite cheeses.
0:00:08 > 0:00:10- Caerphilly.
0:00:11 > 0:00:13- That's wonderful.
0:00:13 > 0:00:17- Unfortunately, - I don't have time to enjoy this.
0:00:17 > 0:00:21- I'm on my way to meet some - of the town's brightest talents.
0:00:21 > 0:00:24- According to my map, it's this way.
0:00:28 > 0:00:32- I hope Iolo's having more luck - than me with the map.
0:00:32 > 0:00:34- I'm on top of Caerphilly Mountain...
0:00:34 > 0:00:37- ..trying to find a castle - that's not on the map.
0:00:37 > 0:00:41- Wandering around Wales - is more difficult than it sounds.
0:00:42 > 0:00:43- I need a helping hand.
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0:01:18 > 0:01:22- Caerphilly is about seven miles - north of Cardiff.
0:01:22 > 0:01:25- It's famous for its cheese - and its castle.
0:01:26 > 0:01:29- Caerphilly has a rich - industrial heritage...
0:01:29 > 0:01:32- ..with its history - of iron and coal mining.
0:01:34 > 0:01:38- There's more to Caerphilly - than cheese and a castle.
0:01:40 > 0:01:44- It's surrounded - by wonderful countryside.
0:01:44 > 0:01:48- I'm still searching - for one of the town's mysteries.
0:01:52 > 0:01:57- Well, Sara, I'm so glad to see you. - No wonder this isn't on the map.
0:01:57 > 0:01:59- It's not much of a castle.
0:02:00 > 0:02:02- There's plenty of ruins here - - just look around.
0:02:03 > 0:02:07- It's nothing like Caerphilly Castle, - though.
0:02:07 > 0:02:10- This is Morgraig Castle.
0:02:10 > 0:02:14- We think it stood here - before Caerphilly Castle was built.
0:02:14 > 0:02:16- These are the remains of the castle.
0:02:17 > 0:02:22- It's still a mystery why the castle - is here and who built it.
0:02:23 > 0:02:27- It's not like any other castle - which was built at the time.
0:02:27 > 0:02:31- A lot of research - has been carried out.
0:02:31 > 0:02:33- What we have here...
0:02:33 > 0:02:35- ..according to some people...
0:02:36 > 0:02:39- ..is an English castle - built by the Normans.
0:02:39 > 0:02:42- Meanwhile, - other historians believe...
0:02:42 > 0:02:46- ..it was a Welsh castle - built by local Welsh lords.
0:02:46 > 0:02:48- So it remains a mystery...
0:02:48 > 0:02:53- ..when this castle was actually - built and who built it.
0:02:53 > 0:02:57- I love a little bit of mystery. - I'm having a history lesson here.
0:02:57 > 0:02:59- What else can we see here?
0:03:00 > 0:03:03- If we walk this way, - we might discover...
0:03:03 > 0:03:06- ..why this was chosen - as the location.
0:03:19 > 0:03:21- Are you OK?
0:03:21 > 0:03:23- Are you OK?- - I need to change my shoes!
0:03:23 > 0:03:26- I have a feeling - you're going to show me... Oh!
0:03:26 > 0:03:28- Look at this view.
0:03:28 > 0:03:33- We're in an old turret which would - have been on one of the corners.
0:03:33 > 0:03:37- In terms of its position, - we can see Cardiff down there.
0:03:37 > 0:03:42- That answers one of the questions - why the castle was built here.
0:03:42 > 0:03:45- A Royal Commission decided...
0:03:46 > 0:03:49- ..that Richard de Clare - built the castle.
0:03:49 > 0:03:54- He was Gilbert de Clare's father - - Gilbert built Caerphilly Castle.
0:03:54 > 0:03:56- If Richard de Clare did build it...
0:03:56 > 0:03:59- ..it's pointing - in the wrong direction.
0:03:59 > 0:04:03- All his friends and family where - here - why keep an eye on them?
0:04:03 > 0:04:07- He should have been looking - over Caerphilly.
0:04:07 > 0:04:13- That makes some people think - it was a Welsh castle.
0:04:13 > 0:04:17- There's evidence of limestone - which came from Bridgend.
0:04:17 > 0:04:22- It had no business being here - if it was a Welsh castle.
0:04:22 > 0:04:26- So the mystery remains regarding - the origins of this castle.
0:04:27 > 0:04:31- I think it was a summer house - - a holiday home!
0:04:32 > 0:04:35- It would have made - a lovely holiday home.
0:04:35 > 0:04:38- Do you want to learn more - about Caerphilly?
0:04:47 > 0:04:50- I'm visiting - a dog training centre...
0:04:50 > 0:04:53- ..where the exhibition team - are training.
0:04:53 > 0:04:57- Hello, Angharad. - She's doing well, fair play to her.
0:04:57 > 0:04:58- What's her name?
0:04:58 > 0:05:00- What's her name?- - Shaz.
0:05:00 > 0:05:02- Do you like cheese, Shaz?
0:05:02 > 0:05:05- Why choose this career? - It's unusual for a young woman.
0:05:06 > 0:05:10- I had a border collie - when I was seven.
0:05:10 > 0:05:14- Mam and Dad would bring her here - for training.
0:05:14 > 0:05:18- She had aggression problems - when she was younger.
0:05:18 > 0:05:21- We'd come here - for her private lessons.
0:05:22 > 0:05:24- It all started from there.
0:05:24 > 0:05:28- After training, I was asked - if I wanted to join the team.
0:05:28 > 0:05:31- This is the third dog I've trained.
0:05:31 > 0:05:37- Does Shaz only respond to you? - Could I tell her to jump or run?
0:05:37 > 0:05:40- Yes, as long as you use - the right words.
0:05:40 > 0:05:44- Can you show me how to command her - to do something?
0:05:44 > 0:05:47- Can I make her jump through hoops?
0:05:47 > 0:05:49- Come on then. - I'm going to have a go.
0:05:50 > 0:05:51- Come on, listen carefully.
0:05:52 > 0:05:55- I'll give you some cheese - if you do a good job.
0:05:56 > 0:06:01- The team performs in 40 exhibitions - across Britain each year...
0:06:02 > 0:06:04- ..including Crufts.
0:06:04 > 0:06:07- This centre also offers - discipline courses.
0:06:08 > 0:06:10- Despite having only just met...
0:06:10 > 0:06:14- ..Shaz and I made a great team - on the training course.
0:06:17 > 0:06:20- Good girl. Good girl.
0:06:21 > 0:06:26- Finally, Sara, - we've reached the town.
0:06:26 > 0:06:29- You've brought me - to a very attractive car park.
0:06:30 > 0:06:32- There's a reason for that.
0:06:32 > 0:06:34- The Twyn was the hub - of Caerphilly...
0:06:35 > 0:06:38- ..during the Middle Ages - and the Industrial Revolution.
0:06:39 > 0:06:42- This is where Caerphilly market - was located.
0:06:43 > 0:06:47- Records shows that a sheep fair - was held here every October...
0:06:47 > 0:06:50- ..with 20,000 penned in this area.
0:06:50 > 0:06:52- It must have been noisy.
0:06:52 > 0:06:56- At the lower end of Market Street...
0:06:56 > 0:07:00- ..Evan James, the composer - of Hen Wlad Fy Nhadau, was born.
0:07:01 > 0:07:03- This area - was called Doctor's Hill...
0:07:04 > 0:07:07- ..after a famous doctor - who lived near the Twyn.
0:07:07 > 0:07:10- He was Zephaniah Williams's - brother-in-law...
0:07:10 > 0:07:12- ..one of the Newport Chartists.
0:07:13 > 0:07:18- When the market was located at - the Twyn, the farmers were thirsty.
0:07:19 > 0:07:24- There were 11 pubs in this area. - Unfortunately, most have closed.
0:07:25 > 0:07:28- The Boar's Head - and The Wheat Sheaf remain open.
0:07:29 > 0:07:31- However, - The Black Lion is now Tesco!
0:07:32 > 0:07:34- What a shame - only two left - out of eleven.
0:07:35 > 0:07:40- Sara, you've talked non-stop and - taught me so much about Caerphilly.
0:07:40 > 0:07:45- I've listened intently. - I think it's time we had a pint.
0:07:45 > 0:07:47- Do you agree? Let's go.
0:07:55 > 0:07:58- I've reached Caerphilly RFC...
0:07:58 > 0:08:02- ..where I'm meeting - some of The Tigers.
0:08:02 > 0:08:06- They told me playing rugby - with girls was easy. Come on!
0:08:07 > 0:08:10- These are the Caerphilly Tigers - women's rugby team.
0:08:11 > 0:08:13- You're Kimberley, aren't you?
0:08:13 > 0:08:16- You've only just started - playing with this team.
0:08:17 > 0:08:18- Yes. I'm 15.
0:08:18 > 0:08:22- This is the U-18s team. - Which position do you play?
0:08:22 > 0:08:23- Wing.
0:08:23 > 0:08:26- Wing.- - You're tall for a winger.
0:08:26 > 0:08:28- I think I'm five foot nine.
0:08:28 > 0:08:33- I'm six foot one. - You're almost as tall as me.
0:08:33 > 0:08:38- They're a relatively young side. - The team was formed five years ago.
0:08:38 > 0:08:39- Come on!
0:08:43 > 0:08:45- Which position do you play?
0:08:45 > 0:08:47- Prop.
0:08:47 > 0:08:51- Do you enjoy playing? - Doesn't it hurt your ears?
0:08:51 > 0:08:52- No.
0:08:53 > 0:08:58- You look alright. - Props usually have cauliflower ears.
0:08:58 > 0:09:02- You have to travel long distances - to play...
0:09:02 > 0:09:05- ..as far as Cardigan and Narberth.
0:09:05 > 0:09:09- We've played against teams - from Canada and France too.
0:09:09 > 0:09:12- Fantastic. It's a good laugh.
0:09:12 > 0:09:14- Yes, it's great fun.
0:09:14 > 0:09:19- What goes on tour, stays on tour - - don't forget that.
0:09:20 > 0:09:25- There are two teams here - - one U-14 side and one U-18 side.
0:09:25 > 0:09:27- The teams are coached by volunteers.
0:09:28 > 0:09:30- Both teams are improving every year.
0:09:31 > 0:09:36- This is a place - that nurtures starts of the future.
0:09:36 > 0:09:40- I'm sure one or two of these players - will play for Wales one day.
0:09:40 > 0:09:43- Well done, girls.
0:09:51 > 0:09:54- Away from all that - physical activity...
0:09:54 > 0:09:58- ..I'm having a leisurely walk - around the town.
0:09:59 > 0:10:02- Despite the disappearance - of heavy industry...
0:10:02 > 0:10:05- ..this is still a fun place to live.
0:10:06 > 0:10:09- Whose name comes to mind - when you see a hat like this?
0:10:10 > 0:10:15- Tommy Cooper, of course. Britain's - most famous comedian and magician.
0:10:15 > 0:10:19- He was born in Caerphilly. - Yes - just like that.
0:10:25 > 0:10:28- I went to the corner shop. - I bought four corners.
0:10:28 > 0:10:31- I went to the paper shop. - It had blown away.
0:10:32 > 0:10:35- I dreamt I ate a ten-pound pillow. - Marshmallow!
0:10:38 > 0:10:42- James, it's easy to recognize you - with that Fez in your hand.
0:10:43 > 0:10:47- Hey, I'm excited. - Tommy Cooper was born in Caerphilly.
0:10:48 > 0:10:51- Yes, in Llwyn Onn Street in 1921.
0:10:51 > 0:10:58- He was born there - and stayed here for four years.
0:10:58 > 0:11:01- Did Tommy - keep in touch with Caerphilly?
0:11:01 > 0:11:05- Yes. He returned here every year...
0:11:05 > 0:11:09- ..either for a birthday celebration - or Christmas.
0:11:10 > 0:11:12- Many local people remember him here.
0:11:12 > 0:11:17- James, you're an enthusiastic member - of the Tommy Copper Society.
0:11:18 > 0:11:19- What does the society do?
0:11:19 > 0:11:21- What does the society do?- - Follow me...
0:11:21 > 0:11:24- ..and I'll show you - what the society does.
0:11:25 > 0:11:26- Let's go, fez in hand.
0:11:27 > 0:11:28- Or on your head!
0:11:28 > 0:11:30- Or on your head!- - Just like that!
0:11:33 > 0:11:35- I dreamt I ate - a ten-pound marshmallow.
0:11:35 > 0:11:37- I'm Scottish for some reason...!
0:11:39 > 0:11:43- I've been on a whisky diet. I've - lost three days. Just like that!
0:11:43 > 0:11:48- There are walks of fame - in Hollywood and Hong Kong.
0:11:48 > 0:11:51- Now, there's one in Caerphilly.
0:11:51 > 0:11:54- Yes - it's far more famous - than New York.
0:11:59 > 0:12:04- This walk of fame raises funds - for the Tommy Cooper Society.
0:12:04 > 0:12:07- As you can see, - if you'd like to take a seat...
0:12:08 > 0:12:10- Yes, let's sit down here.
0:12:10 > 0:12:14- You can see that local people - and local businesses...
0:12:14 > 0:12:18- ..have laid plaques here...
0:12:18 > 0:12:22- ..as a tribute - and in memory of Tommy Cooper.
0:12:23 > 0:12:28- It's clear that Tommy has a place - in the hearts of the people...
0:12:28 > 0:12:31- ..in the town of Caerphilly.
0:12:31 > 0:12:34- He's loved by people - around the world.
0:12:35 > 0:12:38- It's time to wear it on my head.
0:12:43 > 0:12:44- Tommy.
0:12:46 > 0:12:49- I dreamt I ate - a ten-pound marshmallow.
0:12:49 > 0:12:51- When I woke up, my pillow was gone.
0:12:51 > 0:12:53- Just like that.
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0:13:10 > 0:13:13- Caerphilly has seen many changes - over the years...
0:13:13 > 0:13:16- ..from the arrival - of the Celts and Romans...
0:13:16 > 0:13:18- ..to the iron and coal industries.
0:13:19 > 0:13:20- In The Warren area of town...
0:13:21 > 0:13:26- ..the once industrial landscape - is now tranquil and beautiful.
0:13:34 > 0:13:38- Apart from the obvious remains, - such as Caerphilly Castle...
0:13:38 > 0:13:41- ..historic relics can be found - in other places too.
0:13:42 > 0:13:46- Deep in the forest, you'll find - a world-famous geological site.
0:13:50 > 0:13:55- Hello there. This is where - you're hiding. Hello, Anwen.
0:13:55 > 0:13:57- Are you busy?
0:13:57 > 0:13:59- Yes.
0:13:59 > 0:14:03- These children have come - from St Helen's Primary School.
0:14:03 > 0:14:08- They're searching for fossils. - Do you want to join in?
0:14:09 > 0:14:11- How do you discover fossils?
0:14:12 > 0:14:16- In this area, - the ground is made of clay.
0:14:16 > 0:14:18- It's soft to touch.
0:14:19 > 0:14:21- Yes, it's rather brittle.
0:14:21 > 0:14:29- In the rocks, we can find fossils - of leaves, pieces of wood...
0:14:30 > 0:14:33- ..and this - - can you tell what it is?
0:14:33 > 0:14:36- Is it a leaf? Is it a plant?
0:14:36 > 0:14:37- That's it.
0:14:38 > 0:14:42- It's a stump - which is over a million years old.
0:14:42 > 0:14:46- Really? How long have you - been interested in fossils?
0:14:46 > 0:14:51- To be honest, I've only been - interested for the past two years...
0:14:51 > 0:14:53- ..along with my children.
0:14:53 > 0:14:58- Children and teachers from - local schools visit this site....
0:14:59 > 0:15:01- ..to learn more about the area.
0:15:01 > 0:15:04- There's another group over there.
0:15:04 > 0:15:08- Let's go and see - if they've discovered any fossils.
0:15:08 > 0:15:13- OK, Anwen. - I don't think I'll find anything.
0:15:14 > 0:15:16- I'll carry on digging!
0:15:22 > 0:15:27- Further down the forest, the land - is used for a different purpose.
0:15:33 > 0:15:37- Alright, Gwyn. - Cool, boy! It looks rather dangerous.
0:15:37 > 0:15:40- I've been doing it for a long time.
0:15:40 > 0:15:42- How old were you when you started?
0:15:42 > 0:15:44- Sixteen years old.
0:15:44 > 0:15:46- How old are you now?
0:15:46 > 0:15:47- How old are you now?- - I'm 21.
0:15:47 > 0:15:50- How long did it take - to reach this standard?
0:15:51 > 0:15:54- If I came down here on my bike, - I'd be scared.
0:15:54 > 0:15:59- A place such as this - has so many different jumps.
0:15:59 > 0:16:03- Like this one - there are - high jumps and smaller jumps.
0:16:04 > 0:16:05- Which bike do you use?
0:16:05 > 0:16:09- Your bike is different to that one. - That's a BMX.
0:16:09 > 0:16:13- That's a BMX and this one is more - of a free-riding type of bike.
0:16:14 > 0:16:18- The suspension on this bike - is on the back.
0:16:18 > 0:16:21- It's a mountain bike - you've customized.
0:16:21 > 0:16:24- I would usually say, - "Right, can I have a go?"
0:16:24 > 0:16:28- No, no, no, to be honest, - I'd probably kill myself.
0:16:28 > 0:16:31- I'll let you go back up - and have another go.
0:16:31 > 0:16:34- Cracking, boy. - Thanks a lot and good luck.
0:16:35 > 0:16:38- Don't break your leg - - take your time.
0:16:50 > 0:16:52- Insane, mun.
0:16:52 > 0:16:54- To be honest - no!
0:17:07 > 0:17:08- Stop, stop, stop.
0:17:10 > 0:17:12- Kellie, - can I disturb you for a minute?
0:17:12 > 0:17:16- How are you? You're responsible - for all these youngsters.
0:17:16 > 0:17:20- You've been kick-boxing for years. - When did you start?
0:17:21 > 0:17:22- When I was 14.
0:17:22 > 0:17:24- Why?
0:17:24 > 0:17:26- Why?- - I was being bullied at school.
0:17:27 > 0:17:31- Dad wanted me to do something - so I started coming here.
0:17:31 > 0:17:34- Did you find that it helped?
0:17:34 > 0:17:37- My confidence is a lot better now.
0:17:38 > 0:17:40- It's improved a lot.
0:17:40 > 0:17:44- You've had a lot of success - in this sport.
0:17:44 > 0:17:48- You've won awards around the world.
0:17:48 > 0:17:54- I was second in - the World Championships in Greece.
0:17:55 > 0:17:57- You've also represented Wales.
0:17:58 > 0:18:02- I can see a lot of girls - you're - encouraging more girls to join.
0:18:02 > 0:18:05- I want more girls from Caerphilly - to join.
0:18:06 > 0:18:10- Boys like it - but girls tend to shy away from it.
0:18:10 > 0:18:12- They want to play netball.
0:18:12 > 0:18:16- I'm trying to encourage - more girls to join.
0:18:16 > 0:18:18- Can I learn to do something?
0:18:18 > 0:18:21- Yes. I'll ask James to help you.
0:18:21 > 0:18:25- You're injured at the moment. - Where's James?
0:18:25 > 0:18:26- James? James!
0:18:26 > 0:18:28- James? James!- - I'd better take my coat off.
0:18:30 > 0:18:32- I've got too many jangly bits!
0:18:40 > 0:18:42- From your face, turn and back.
0:18:42 > 0:18:45- Hands up, one-two.
0:18:45 > 0:18:48- Shield the face - this pretty face!
0:18:50 > 0:18:52- One-two.
0:18:52 > 0:18:54- One-two.
0:18:55 > 0:18:57- Move around at the same time.
0:18:57 > 0:18:59- One-two.
0:19:03 > 0:19:06- The youngsters are better at this - than me.
0:19:06 > 0:19:09- A number of champions train here.
0:19:09 > 0:19:12- I might improve - with a bit more training.
0:19:15 > 0:19:17- One-two.
0:19:17 > 0:19:18- That's it.
0:19:18 > 0:19:21- This will be handy - on a Saturday night out in Ffarmers!
0:19:22 > 0:19:27- You can't visit Caerphilly without - a tour of its majestic castle.
0:19:28 > 0:19:32- It was built in the 13th century - by Gilbert de Clare.
0:19:33 > 0:19:37- If you live locally, you can visit - the castle free of charge.
0:19:38 > 0:19:45- That tower leans over almost as - much as the Leaning Tower of Pisa.
0:19:45 > 0:19:49- Let me introduce you - to the Leaning Tower of Caerphilly.
0:19:53 > 0:19:59- The town centre is still - the focal point for many residents.
0:20:00 > 0:20:03- Their welcome - is as fine as their tasty cheese.
0:20:03 > 0:20:05- Here you are, Iolo.
0:20:05 > 0:20:07- Here you are, Iolo.- - Thank you very much.
0:20:07 > 0:20:10- The people of Caerphilly - have been so kind.
0:20:10 > 0:20:14- I've been given a British Lions - shirt with my name on it.
0:20:14 > 0:20:16- Thanks, Caerphilly. Thanks, Lucy.
0:20:16 > 0:20:18- Lovely. Fantastic.
0:20:22 > 0:20:23- ALARM
0:20:28 > 0:20:32- We haven't stopped filming - because Caerphilly is on fire.
0:20:32 > 0:20:35- This is the town's fire station.
0:20:36 > 0:20:41- The firefighters are training - with a group of local youngsters.
0:20:45 > 0:20:47- Hello, Dorian. How are you?
0:20:47 > 0:20:53- You're one of Caerphilly - fire brigade's firefighters.
0:20:53 > 0:20:55- What's going on here tonight?
0:20:55 > 0:21:00- The young firefighters group have - been meeting here for six years...
0:21:01 > 0:21:04- ..every Tuesday night - to learn firefighting skills.
0:21:05 > 0:21:07- We create scenarios such as this - every week.
0:21:08 > 0:21:13- Young crews experience - what it's like to fight a real fire.
0:21:13 > 0:21:17- I have a spare pair of hands. - Can I join in tonight?
0:21:17 > 0:21:20- Of course. - A kit for Shan, a kit for Shan.
0:21:22 > 0:21:25- Here he comes. A kit for Shan.
0:21:25 > 0:21:27- How much time do I have?
0:21:28 > 0:21:31- What comes off first?
0:21:39 > 0:21:41- Ready.
0:21:43 > 0:21:44- Where's the fire?
0:21:52 > 0:21:54- Hello, Nick. How are you?
0:21:54 > 0:21:57- You're in charge of this hosepipe.
0:21:57 > 0:21:58- Yes.
0:21:58 > 0:22:04- It's a huge responsibility. Tell us - more about what you have to do.
0:22:06 > 0:22:08- Closed. Open.
0:22:08 > 0:22:10- Would you like a go?
0:22:10 > 0:22:12- Since I'm here, why not?
0:22:12 > 0:22:15- Do you need to be strong? - Hello, girls!
0:22:15 > 0:22:18- I need to point it - in the right direction.
0:22:18 > 0:22:19- And just open it?
0:22:19 > 0:22:20- And just open it?- - Open it.
0:22:20 > 0:22:22- Whoo!
0:22:23 > 0:22:24- A nice shower.
0:22:24 > 0:22:30- You've been training here - for a few years.
0:22:30 > 0:22:32- Yes, three or four years.
0:22:32 > 0:22:35- I'm really enjoying it. It's great.
0:22:35 > 0:22:40- I think you're making - a better job of it than me.
0:22:40 > 0:22:42- My arm is soaking!
0:22:42 > 0:22:45- Let me hand the hosepipe - back to you.
0:22:46 > 0:22:48- Show me how it's meant to be done.
0:22:48 > 0:22:50- Well done, girls.
0:23:10 > 0:23:13- There's something - I've always wanted to do.
0:23:13 > 0:23:16- Slide down the pole. - Do you think I could?
0:23:16 > 0:23:18- No. No way.
0:23:19 > 0:23:20- Of course.
0:23:32 > 0:23:34- Are you ready?
0:23:36 > 0:23:38- Excellent.
0:23:39 > 0:23:41- I think I'll have one these at home.
0:23:42 > 0:23:44- Who needs a staircase!
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