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0:00:17 > 0:00:22- Hello and welcome to Bore Da - on the final weekend of November.
0:00:23 > 0:00:27- Between now and ten o'clock, - we'll prepare you for Christmas.
0:00:28 > 0:00:31- Catrin bakes mince pies - in the kitchen.
0:00:31 > 0:00:35- Carys Tudor is here with tips - to decorate the Christmas tree.
0:00:36 > 0:00:39- If you think it's too early - to prepare for Christmas...
0:00:40 > 0:00:43- ..we've got plenty - of other items for you.
0:00:43 > 0:00:47- I'll pay a visit to - Ysgol Bro Morgannwg in Barry.
0:00:48 > 0:00:54- Elin's at the Blackpool hotel run - by the duet singers, Tony and Aloma.
0:00:54 > 0:01:00- The historian, Dr Elin Jones - chats about the life of Marie Curie.
0:01:00 > 0:01:06- You can win a television or tablet - in our photography competition too.
0:01:07 > 0:01:12- We've got something for everyone - on today's Bore Da.
0:01:16 > 0:01:19- We start the programme - by going back to school...
0:01:20 > 0:01:22- ..in the seaside town of Barry.
0:01:29 > 0:01:33- There are almost 900 pupils - at Ysgol Bro Morgannwg in Barry.
0:01:34 > 0:01:36- This year, there's some good news.
0:01:36 > 0:01:40- A brand-new course - has started at the school.
0:01:40 > 0:01:43- It's a course in construction.
0:01:47 > 0:01:52- Some pupils found previous courses - such as Design Technology...
0:01:52 > 0:01:55- ..more difficult and challenging.
0:01:55 > 0:01:59- We looked at a course that - was more suitable for pupils...
0:02:00 > 0:02:03- ..in terms of practicality - rather than theory work.
0:02:04 > 0:02:09- Colleges are able to offer it, - so it's important that we do too.
0:02:11 > 0:02:15- We've decided that they learn - woodwork, tiling and plumbing.
0:02:15 > 0:02:19- This course offers a wide-range - from bricklaying...
0:02:19 > 0:02:23- ..to erecting stone walls and so on.
0:02:23 > 0:02:25- There's a vast choice...
0:02:25 > 0:02:30- ..but these are three skills that - are relevant to us at the school.
0:02:33 > 0:02:37- This course differs - to anything else.
0:02:37 > 0:02:43- It's more practical than - learning words and paperwork.
0:02:44 > 0:02:49- There's a great, friendly - atmosphere in the class.
0:02:49 > 0:02:53- The work is also enjoyable.
0:02:53 > 0:02:56- I'd like to be an aircraft engineer.
0:02:57 > 0:03:03- I've learnt how to construct - and erect things...
0:03:03 > 0:03:05- ..and perfect the measurements.
0:03:05 > 0:03:11- Some people prefer - to learn practical skills...
0:03:11 > 0:03:15- ..that can benefit them at home...
0:03:15 > 0:03:20- ..or could lead to a career - in a practical role or construction.
0:03:21 > 0:03:26- We require skills like this - to use in every day life...
0:03:26 > 0:03:29- ..such as tiling at home.
0:03:29 > 0:03:33- I also want to build - my own house one day.
0:03:36 > 0:03:39- This course is suitable - for a lot of children.
0:03:39 > 0:03:43- Many children followed - a Design Technology course...
0:03:43 > 0:03:48- ..but the design aspect - wasn't suitable for them.
0:03:48 > 0:03:52- Boys in particular prefer working - with tools and being practical.
0:03:53 > 0:03:57- They're not keen on developing ideas - on paper or computer.
0:03:58 > 0:04:00- So far, it's been fantastic.
0:04:00 > 0:04:03- There are 36 pupils on this course.
0:04:03 > 0:04:08- There are 35 boys - and only one girl among them.
0:04:08 > 0:04:11- I grew up making things - with Dad in the garage.
0:04:12 > 0:04:14- It was either that or hairdressing.
0:04:14 > 0:04:18- I prefer to do something like this - as I like to make things.
0:04:19 > 0:04:23- At the start, everyone else couldn't - believe a girl was doing the course.
0:04:24 > 0:04:26- I was in the wrong class - at the start...
0:04:27 > 0:04:31- ..and did things before them, - but they've caught up now.
0:04:31 > 0:04:35- Everyone was surprised - that a girl chose this course.
0:04:35 > 0:04:40- I enjoy tiling as I've never done - anything like it before.
0:04:40 > 0:04:45- My father used to be a plumber, - so I want to do something similar.
0:04:46 > 0:04:48- Very few girls do these courses.
0:04:48 > 0:04:50- But if girls start doing them...
0:04:50 > 0:04:54- ..it'll help build - their confidence when growing up.
0:04:54 > 0:04:57- There's great potential here.
0:04:57 > 0:05:01- Some of them stand out - as they're very skilful.
0:05:01 > 0:05:03- Everyone is doing their best.
0:05:04 > 0:05:07- I'm sure in two years time - they can progress with it.
0:05:09 > 0:05:13- All the best to the crew - for the rest of the course.
0:05:13 > 0:05:15- Next, we're in the kitchen.
0:05:15 > 0:05:17- Christmas is fast approaching...
0:05:18 > 0:05:22- ..and nothing beats Catrin's tasty - mince pies on this Sunday morning.
0:05:23 > 0:05:26- The mince pies - are with a crumble topping.
0:05:26 > 0:05:32- The pastry has a lovely - seasonal orange flavour.
0:05:32 > 0:05:36- Making mince pies certainly - gets you in the festive spirit.
0:05:36 > 0:05:38- I make so many of them.
0:05:39 > 0:05:43- Their nice aroma fills the air - and it feels Christmassy.
0:05:43 > 0:05:48- We won't make our own mincemeat.
0:05:48 > 0:05:51- But for now we focus on the pastry.
0:05:51 > 0:05:56- In a bowl, rub together - 500g of plain flour...
0:05:56 > 0:05:59- ..and 380g of cold butter.
0:06:00 > 0:06:05- Keep the ingredients cool with - a cold kitchen and cold hands.
0:06:05 > 0:06:08- The studio can be quite warm.
0:06:08 > 0:06:11- Yes, it is, but try to turn - the heat off in the kitchen.
0:06:12 > 0:06:15- The ingredients must be cool - to make a light pastry.
0:06:15 > 0:06:19- I've quickly rubbed - the ingredients together.
0:06:19 > 0:06:23- Sweeten the pastry - with 180g of icing sugar.
0:06:23 > 0:06:25- Rub it together.
0:06:25 > 0:06:30- Icing sugar blends better - with these ingredients.
0:06:31 > 0:06:36- The aim is to make - a shortcrust pastry.
0:06:36 > 0:06:39- To flavour it...
0:06:40 > 0:06:43- ..you need the zest of one orange.
0:06:43 > 0:06:48- Then bind it together - with the juice of the orange.
0:06:48 > 0:06:52- This makes a lot of pastry.
0:06:52 > 0:06:55- Cut it into pieces and freeze it.
0:06:55 > 0:07:02- You can use half of it now - and the rest another time.
0:07:02 > 0:07:04- Yes, it freezes well.
0:07:04 > 0:07:10- You can either make the pies - and freeze them for Christmas...
0:07:10 > 0:07:15- ..or freeze pieces of the pastry - and make the pies later on.
0:07:15 > 0:07:20- How many mince pies - will this amount of pastry make?
0:07:20 > 0:07:23- It makes around 40 mince pies.
0:07:24 > 0:07:26- There's enough for a party!
0:07:26 > 0:07:29- There's two each for everyone here.
0:07:29 > 0:07:33- I'll leave this now - before making pastry balls.
0:07:33 > 0:07:35- We have to move on to the filling.
0:07:36 > 0:07:38- Allow it to chill in the fridge.
0:07:39 > 0:07:43- Cover it in clingfilm - and leave it to rest.
0:07:44 > 0:07:45- Is 30 minutes enough?
0:07:45 > 0:07:48- An hour should be enough.
0:07:48 > 0:07:53- You can either freeze it - or make the mince pies immediately.
0:07:54 > 0:07:57- Your pastry should look like this.
0:07:57 > 0:08:01- Scatter some flour on the worktop - but not too much.
0:08:01 > 0:08:07- We don't want to dry it out after - making such a nice and light pastry.
0:08:07 > 0:08:11- Roll it out - and keep rotating the pastry.
0:08:12 > 0:08:14- We don't want it to stick - to the worktop.
0:08:15 > 0:08:20- The pastry should be - as thick as a 1 coin.
0:08:21 > 0:08:25- We'll use a cutter - that's 8cm in diameter.
0:08:26 > 0:08:30- We'll also line the tin.
0:08:31 > 0:08:37- The mince pie dates back - to the 13th century.
0:08:38 > 0:08:39- It was a long time ago.
0:08:39 > 0:08:42- Where did it come from?
0:08:42 > 0:08:48- The British used to make - savoury mince pies...
0:08:49 > 0:08:51- ..as sugar was expensive to buy.
0:08:52 > 0:08:57- The savoury ones - contained spices and meat.
0:08:57 > 0:08:59- There was also dried fruit.
0:08:59 > 0:09:05- Over time, they became the - more familiar, sweeter variety.
0:09:05 > 0:09:08- Let's move on to the crumble now.
0:09:09 > 0:09:12- We've got 200g of plain flour...
0:09:13 > 0:09:15- ..100g of butter...
0:09:15 > 0:09:17- ..and rub together.
0:09:17 > 0:09:19- We're making an ordinary crumble.
0:09:20 > 0:09:24- Sweeten it with 100g - of Demerara sugar.
0:09:25 > 0:09:27- This gives it a crunchy texture.
0:09:28 > 0:09:35- Then, add mixed nuts including - brazil, hazelnuts and almonds.
0:09:35 > 0:09:40- We associated mixed nuts - with the Christmas season too.
0:09:40 > 0:09:45- Scoop a teaspoon of mincemeat - into each pie.
0:09:45 > 0:09:47- Pour the crumble over the top.
0:09:47 > 0:09:50- You'll have more time than me - to do this.
0:09:50 > 0:09:54- Bake them for 20 minutes...
0:09:54 > 0:09:58- ..at a temperature of 170C - or gas mark 5.
0:09:59 > 0:10:04- As I said you can take more time to - do it as I've got flour everywhere!
0:10:04 > 0:10:07- We always race against time - in the kitchen.
0:10:07 > 0:10:11- Simply spoon the mincemeat - into the pies.
0:10:11 > 0:10:14- You can freeze them after cooking.
0:10:14 > 0:10:16- How long for?
0:10:16 > 0:10:19- Freeze them for up to a month.
0:10:19 > 0:10:22- Then defrost and reheat them.
0:10:22 > 0:10:25- But they're quite nice - to make on Christmas Eve.
0:10:26 > 0:10:27- Mmm!
0:10:27 > 0:10:30- Those mince pies looked very tasty.
0:10:30 > 0:10:34- If you fancy a stroll - this afternoon...
0:10:34 > 0:10:36- ..a new trail has opened...
0:10:36 > 0:10:41- ..which links the slate quarry areas - of North Wales.
0:10:41 > 0:10:44- The trail is part of a campaign - in North Wales...
0:10:44 > 0:10:49- ..for it to gain a UNESCO - World Heritage Site status.
0:10:49 > 0:10:51- Let's take a peek at the trail.
0:10:56 > 0:11:00- There's no-one better than the - children of Llanllechid School...
0:11:00 > 0:11:05- ..to tell the story of the quarries - in North Wales at Neuadd Ogwen...
0:11:05 > 0:11:10- ..on the official opening - of the Snowdonia Slate Trail.
0:11:11 > 0:11:13- They are talking about us!
0:11:15 > 0:11:19- The Snowdonia Slate Trail - was established...
0:11:19 > 0:11:23- ..to introduce our heritage - and landscape to the world.
0:11:24 > 0:11:30- It's an 84-mile trail - that goes through the quarry towns.
0:11:30 > 0:11:35- This will also bring people to the - area and boost the local economy.
0:11:41 > 0:11:47- Volunteers spent two years - preparing the Slate Trail.
0:11:50 > 0:11:55- First, we had to look at the map - and find another public path...
0:11:55 > 0:11:59- ..that could be linked - in order to create this trail.
0:11:59 > 0:12:06- Next, we had to put up - some signage...
0:12:06 > 0:12:09- ..on various gate posts...
0:12:09 > 0:12:11- ..to guide people along the trail.
0:12:16 > 0:12:21- As well as the trail - that takes people across the land...
0:12:21 > 0:12:26- ..people can also step back - into the area's history.
0:12:27 > 0:12:29- Along the trail...
0:12:29 > 0:12:34- ..we want visitors - to learn about our history.
0:12:40 > 0:12:44- It's been a pleasure - to create this Slate Trail.
0:12:45 > 0:12:51- I hope the walkers recognize the - importance of the slate industry...
0:12:51 > 0:12:54- ..to the history and culture - of North Wales.
0:13:01 > 0:13:05- If you get a chance, - take a stroll along the trail.
0:13:06 > 0:13:09- That's all for part one - but in the second part...
0:13:09 > 0:13:14- ..we visit the Blackpool hotel run - by the duet singers, Tony and Aloma.
0:13:15 > 0:13:19- Carys Tudor also has tip on how - to decorate the Christmas tree.
0:13:20 > 0:13:22- Don't go far!
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0:13:34 > 0:13:35- Welcome back.
0:13:36 > 0:13:39- The famous Welsh duet singers, - Tony and Aloma...
0:13:39 > 0:13:43- ..run The Greshsam Hotel - in Blackpool.
0:13:43 > 0:13:48- Many of the Welsh flock there - to enjoy the company of the duo.
0:13:48 > 0:13:51- Our cameras were there last weekend.
0:13:51 > 0:13:56- And Aloma's granddaughter was about - to do something special for charity.
0:13:56 > 0:13:58- Here's the story.
0:13:58 > 0:14:02- # Farewell to the winter #
0:14:02 > 0:14:06- Tony and Aloma - are a duo from Anglesey.
0:14:06 > 0:14:10- They started their professional - careers 49 years ago...
0:14:10 > 0:14:13- ..and have sold - over 100,000 records.
0:14:13 > 0:14:17- These days, they have - a permanent stage in Blackpool...
0:14:18 > 0:14:23- ..as Aloma and her husband, Roy and - Tony purchased The Gresham Hotel.
0:14:27 > 0:14:30- You've been here for 30 years.
0:14:30 > 0:14:34- You've been here for 30 years.- - Yes, we mark 30 years next year.
0:14:34 > 0:14:37- I don't like to say this...
0:14:37 > 0:14:42- ..but we also mark 50 years since - we became professional singers.
0:14:42 > 0:14:45- Time is flying by.
0:14:45 > 0:14:49- Tonight is a special night - for the family.
0:14:50 > 0:14:55- My nine-year-old niece, Lily - has decided to donate her hair...
0:14:55 > 0:15:00- ..to the Little Princess Trust.
0:15:02 > 0:15:07- I've decided to cut my hair because - I was looking on the internet...
0:15:07 > 0:15:13- ..and saw a little girl who lived - in Blackpool with her parents...
0:15:13 > 0:15:19- ..and they didn't have enough money - to buy a wig that costs thousands.
0:15:19 > 0:15:23- I decided I should - donate my hair for her.
0:15:23 > 0:15:28- That's an amazing thing to do, - but are you feeling a big nervous?
0:15:28 > 0:15:32- A little bit, - but happy at the same time.
0:15:36 > 0:15:43- Lily faces her own challenges - as a mild cerebral palsy sufferer.
0:15:44 > 0:15:50- She has difficulty walking - and her legs hurt.
0:15:50 > 0:15:54- She does taekwondo and - she likes to sing and dance.
0:15:54 > 0:16:01- It doesn't stop her and she's - a very determined little girl.
0:16:01 > 0:16:03- Here we go, Lil.
0:16:03 > 0:16:09- Over 100 people have travelled - from Wales to The Gresham Hotel...
0:16:09 > 0:16:15- ..in support of Lily and to enjoy - an evening of Welsh entertainment.
0:16:18 > 0:16:22- This is my first time at The - Gresham Hotel and I can't wait.
0:16:23 > 0:16:29- Many familiar faces have - travelled from North Wales.
0:16:37 > 0:16:44- Tony and Aloma don't perform often, - but continue to attract a crowd...
0:16:44 > 0:16:48- ..and provide entertainment - from behind the bar.
0:16:49 > 0:16:54- There's a wonderful crowd that come - to us every year and it's great.
0:16:54 > 0:16:57- We're lucky to have - so many loyal Welsh fans.
0:16:57 > 0:17:02- Without our Welsh supporters, - we might be bankrupt.
0:17:02 > 0:17:07- If you look around, - it feels like Wales.
0:17:14 > 0:17:19- We go shopping and dance to - the evening entertainment...
0:17:20 > 0:17:23- ..and I'm 84.
0:17:25 > 0:17:31- We've been coming here since Tony - and Aloma took over and we love it.
0:17:32 > 0:17:38- We married 40 years ago and - have been coming here since.
0:17:38 > 0:17:40- How often do you come here?
0:17:41 > 0:17:46- Between May and New Years Eve, - we come here once a month.
0:17:47 > 0:17:50- Our friends come here...
0:17:50 > 0:17:54- ..and we thought we'd come to - celebrate our 48th anniversary.
0:17:56 > 0:18:00- After a small tidy up...
0:18:00 > 0:18:04- ..it was time for Lily - to show off her new look.
0:18:06 > 0:18:09- We're really proud - and she's done an incredible thing.
0:18:09 > 0:18:12- I believe Lily has something to say.
0:18:12 > 0:18:13- I believe Lily has something to say.- - Thank you.
0:18:16 > 0:18:23- After travelling to Blackpool, - I had to sing a song before leaving.
0:18:23 > 0:18:33- # Sing in the day - and sing in the night #
0:18:39 > 0:18:40- What a lovely item.
0:18:41 > 0:18:45- Well done to Lily and thank you - to Tony and Aloma for the invite.
0:18:45 > 0:18:49- Elin certainly enjoyed herself.
0:18:50 > 0:18:54- It's hard to believe that - next Friday is 1 December.
0:18:54 > 0:18:59- This year has flown by - and Christmas is around the corner.
0:18:59 > 0:19:06- This morning, we've got advice on - how to decorate the Christmas tree.
0:19:06 > 0:19:07- Enjoy.
0:19:08 > 0:19:10- We've got four different trees.
0:19:10 > 0:19:12- We start with this small tree.
0:19:13 > 0:19:15- It only costs 6 from Tesco.
0:19:15 > 0:19:18- I've got exactly the same one - but in green...
0:19:18 > 0:19:21- ..for my grandsons' bedroom.
0:19:22 > 0:19:27- You can leave the decorations on it, - fold it and boxed it up.
0:19:27 > 0:19:30- It's ready to plug in and go!
0:19:30 > 0:19:34- We've got these - lovely pink cupcake baubles.
0:19:35 > 0:19:37- They're only 1 each from Asda.
0:19:38 > 0:19:40- Children enjoy decorating the tree.
0:19:41 > 0:19:44- They're able to help - dress this type of tree.
0:19:44 > 0:19:50- There are sweets that - cost 75p each from Asda.
0:19:50 > 0:19:52- They're quite jolly.
0:19:53 > 0:19:58- There's also a star - to place on top of the tree.
0:19:58 > 0:20:03- It's suitable for young children - and can be placed in a small window.
0:20:03 > 0:20:05- Yes, or in the hallway.
0:20:05 > 0:20:08- It can be a second tree - for the home.
0:20:08 > 0:20:11- Rose gold is popular colour - at the moment.
0:20:11 > 0:20:15- These decorations are rose gold.
0:20:16 > 0:20:20- It's currently a popular colour - in clothing and homeware.
0:20:20 > 0:20:22- It can be seen everywhere this year.
0:20:23 > 0:20:26- We've got a delightful - squirrel tree decoration here.
0:20:27 > 0:20:31- It costs 5 from Marks and Spencer.
0:20:31 > 0:20:35- It looks very cute - and I like it a lot.
0:20:35 > 0:20:38- We also have - this church decoration...
0:20:38 > 0:20:41- ..that's inside - a traditional glass dome.
0:20:41 > 0:20:44- This delicate piece - is also 5 from Marks.
0:20:45 > 0:20:48- There aren't many baubles - on this tree...
0:20:49 > 0:20:51- ..only the rose gold decorations.
0:20:51 > 0:20:53- The base of the tree is lovely.
0:20:54 > 0:20:58- Yes, the tree sits in a wooden base.
0:20:58 > 0:21:03- There's a snowflake that isn't - designed for the top of the tree.
0:21:03 > 0:21:05- It's a tree decoration.
0:21:05 > 0:21:08- You don't have to use a tree topper.
0:21:08 > 0:21:14- If you like something, tie it to the - top with some cable wire or elastic.
0:21:14 > 0:21:19- I would only fit decorations - of this size on larger trees.
0:21:19 > 0:21:23- You want the decoration to be - on the same scale as the tree.
0:21:24 > 0:21:30- These decorations are expensive - but also large in size.
0:21:30 > 0:21:32- Yes, this decoration costs 12.50.
0:21:33 > 0:21:38- Three of these would look great on - a large tree mixed with other items.
0:21:38 > 0:21:40- I like the effect on this tree.
0:21:40 > 0:21:44- It's beautiful, but let's move - on to this traditional one.
0:21:44 > 0:21:48- This traditional green tree - has a red colour scheme.
0:21:48 > 0:21:53- You can team it with some gold - but I like to match green with red.
0:21:53 > 0:21:58- Make sure that the baubles - have different textures.
0:21:59 > 0:22:04- You need a mixture of shiny - and glitter baubles for a sparkle.
0:22:04 > 0:22:08- If they're all matte, - then the tree will look dull.
0:22:08 > 0:22:12- I like the letter decorations.
0:22:13 > 0:22:16- Thanks to Mam - I've got 'O' and 'G' at home.
0:22:17 > 0:22:20- You can letters that are - relevant to your family.
0:22:21 > 0:22:23- They're 5 each from M&S.
0:22:23 > 0:22:27- They're equipped with - battery-operated lights.
0:22:27 > 0:22:29- It's a fashionable look.
0:22:29 > 0:22:31- You can use them every year.
0:22:31 > 0:22:35- There's a red Santa slay - which looks very delicate.
0:22:35 > 0:22:39- But it's a solid piece - and will last for a long time.
0:22:39 > 0:22:41- It costs 2.50 from Wilkos.
0:22:42 > 0:22:46- On the bottom, - we've got a red door.
0:22:47 > 0:22:51- It looks traditional - and costs 1.50.
0:22:51 > 0:22:58- Mix traditional decorations - with the ones you've already got.
0:22:58 > 0:23:02- Some people collect them - over the years.
0:23:02 > 0:23:06- You want to look at your decorations - before buying new ones.
0:23:06 > 0:23:08- Look at what you've got already.
0:23:08 > 0:23:11- You can also swap decorations - with friends.
0:23:12 > 0:23:16- Borrow them to a friend if you - don't want a traditional look.
0:23:16 > 0:23:19- Those decorations - are reasonably price.
0:23:19 > 0:23:24- We finish with a tree - that fits in small spaces.
0:23:24 > 0:23:29- These trees are very fashionable - and they're called pencil trees.
0:23:29 > 0:23:31- They're very narrow.
0:23:31 > 0:23:35- You can use three of them in a row - to create a great effect.
0:23:35 > 0:23:38- A pencil forest!
0:23:38 > 0:23:41- This has a mint colour scheme.
0:23:41 > 0:23:45- It looks almost white - under the studio lights...
0:23:45 > 0:23:48- ..but there's mint, - white and silver here.
0:23:48 > 0:23:52- The reindeer costs 1.79 - from The Range.
0:23:52 > 0:23:58- It's a light-mint colour - and is a delicate piece.
0:23:58 > 0:24:01- There are also some icicles.
0:24:01 > 0:24:06- They are 1.39 each.
0:24:06 > 0:24:10- They're pale green in colour - and look incredibly delicate.
0:24:11 > 0:24:14- They're also reasonable for 1.39.
0:24:14 > 0:24:17- The star on the top - is battery-operated.
0:24:17 > 0:24:19- It doesn't need any electricity.
0:24:20 > 0:24:22- That's handy - when you've got little ones.
0:24:23 > 0:24:26- This is also a tree decoration - and not a tree topper.
0:24:27 > 0:24:31- See what you like and what is - suitable for your tree size.
0:24:31 > 0:24:33- Those cable ties are also handy.
0:24:33 > 0:24:35- That's it for part two.
0:24:35 > 0:24:37- In the third part...
0:24:37 > 0:24:40- ..we visit - Caerphilly Visitors Centre...
0:24:40 > 0:24:45- ..as the Marie Curie charity present - a very special tree to the centre.
0:24:45 > 0:24:50- We also sample the Welshcakes - at Llandudno Christmas Fayre.
0:24:50 > 0:24:52- Don't go far!
0:24:56 > 0:24:57- .
0:25:03 > 0:25:04- Welcome back.
0:25:05 > 0:25:07- We're nearing Christmas...
0:25:07 > 0:25:11- ..and the towns of Wales - are being lit with lights...
0:25:11 > 0:25:15- ..and Christmas trees - are being put in their place.
0:25:15 > 0:25:19- A special tree has arrived at - Caerphilly Visitors Centre...
0:25:20 > 0:25:25- ..that's decorated in the - Marie Curie charity daffodil.
0:25:36 > 0:25:40- The charity was started in 1948.
0:25:41 > 0:25:45- It was about - the same time as the NHS.
0:25:45 > 0:25:51- It started to care for women - who have cancer.
0:25:51 > 0:25:57- There are nine hospices across - Britain including one in Penarth.
0:25:57 > 0:26:04- I see the support it offers to the - terminally ill and their families.
0:26:04 > 0:26:09- They have incredible support in - the hospice and all over the area.
0:26:10 > 0:26:14- Marie Curie is wonderful - and changes people's lives.
0:26:15 > 0:26:22- We've launched a Christmas tree - that has 2,000 of our daffodils.
0:26:23 > 0:26:28- It looks wonderful - and it helps people in the area.
0:26:28 > 0:26:32- They come here and enjoy the cafe.
0:26:33 > 0:26:36- It raises awareness - and money for those in the area.
0:26:36 > 0:26:41- Our fund-raising box will be - at the centre over Christmas...
0:26:41 > 0:26:45- ..and we hope to raise - a lot of money in this area.
0:26:45 > 0:26:50- At this time of year...
0:26:50 > 0:26:56- ..it's important people know they - can get the support of Marie Curie.
0:26:57 > 0:27:01- Wow! That tree looks fantastic.
0:27:02 > 0:27:06- The Marie Curie charity - performs invaluable work.
0:27:06 > 0:27:11- But how do you know - about the lady behind the charity?
0:27:11 > 0:27:17- Since Friday, a film has been in - our cinemas about her amazing life.
0:27:17 > 0:27:21- Marie Curie is a heroine for - the historian, Dr Elin Jones.
0:27:22 > 0:27:26- Dr Elin shares her story with us.
0:27:27 > 0:27:31- She didn't come from wealth - and her parents were teachers.
0:27:31 > 0:27:33- She went to France - at the age of 24...
0:27:34 > 0:27:39- ..to study Maths and Physics - at the University of Bonn...
0:27:39 > 0:27:41- ..and was accepted immediately.
0:27:41 > 0:27:45- This is where she met her husband, - Pierre Curie.
0:27:45 > 0:27:50- They got married in 1894 - and they began working together...
0:27:51 > 0:27:55- ..on the newly-discovered element, - uranium.
0:27:55 > 0:27:59- It was part of a bitumen blend.
0:27:59 > 0:28:04- They wanted to find out what were - the attributes of this new element.
0:28:04 > 0:28:08- They discovered another new element - called polonium.
0:28:09 > 0:28:12- It was named after - Marie's home country of Poland.
0:28:12 > 0:28:14- She was born Marie Sklodowska.
0:28:15 > 0:28:17- But we know her as Marie Curie.
0:28:17 > 0:28:22- They got their hands dirty with this - work and it was also very dangerous.
0:28:22 > 0:28:26- But they were successful - and won a Nobel Prize award...
0:28:26 > 0:28:29- ..for discovering polonium in 1903.
0:28:29 > 0:28:35- Then three years later, her husband, - Pierre died in a road accident...
0:28:35 > 0:28:40- ..and Marie continued with the - work that they started together.
0:28:40 > 0:28:43- She left Bonn...
0:28:43 > 0:28:50- ..and became a headmistress at - an influential school in Europe...
0:28:50 > 0:28:56- ..having been an economic migrant - and a poor student.
0:28:56 > 0:29:02- She worked in a tough role that - was disputed by other scientists.
0:29:02 > 0:29:08- She found another new element - and this time it was called radium.
0:29:09 > 0:29:12- She won a second Noble Prize award - for her solo work.
0:29:12 > 0:29:16- It wasn't for physics - but for chemistry work.
0:29:16 > 0:29:21- This was a lady who had a poor - and unstable upbringing...
0:29:21 > 0:29:26- ..and won the most prestigious - honour in the scientific world...
0:29:26 > 0:29:30- ..with her husband and on her own.
0:29:30 > 0:29:34- It doesn't matter - about your background...
0:29:34 > 0:29:38- ..as long as you're prepared - to work hard for the success.
0:29:38 > 0:29:41- We rely upon her research work - on a daily basis.
0:29:42 > 0:29:47- Yes, we've all had an x-ray - and this was part of her work.
0:29:47 > 0:29:51- She also devised the concept - of an x-ray machine...
0:29:51 > 0:29:54- ..to help injured soldiers - in the Great War.
0:29:54 > 0:29:58- She went to the front lines - with her daughter.
0:29:58 > 0:30:03- Her legacy continues to this day.
0:30:03 > 0:30:08- I didn't know this until - I researched her story...
0:30:08 > 0:30:10- ..and she's got a fantastic face.
0:30:10 > 0:30:14- She looks like a tough - and intelligent character.
0:30:14 > 0:30:19- Her daughter also shared a Noble - Prize in science with her husband.
0:30:19 > 0:30:25- Her daughter's children - and her grandchildren...
0:30:25 > 0:30:28- ..are influential in France today.
0:30:29 > 0:30:31- It's a remarkable story.
0:30:31 > 0:30:35- We've also grown up - around the name Marie Curie...
0:30:35 > 0:30:39- ..but many of us don't know - about her background.
0:30:39 > 0:30:43- I hope the film - makes justice of her story.
0:30:43 > 0:30:50- I recall seeing a strip about her - in a comic book called Girls.
0:30:50 > 0:30:55- They were coloured images of Marie - and her husband busy at work.
0:30:55 > 0:30:59- The lab was filthy and dangerous - and their health suffered.
0:30:59 > 0:31:03- There's sadness - behind her death in 1934.
0:31:04 > 0:31:09- She died of poor-health and suffered - during the 20th century...
0:31:09 > 0:31:15- ..because of the work - and the dangers involved.
0:31:15 > 0:31:22- There are early x-ray images - of rays going through the hand...
0:31:23 > 0:31:27- ..when they learnt about - the potential of the x-ray...
0:31:27 > 0:31:29- ..but unaware of its dangers.
0:31:30 > 0:31:34- It's 150 years since her birth.
0:31:34 > 0:31:37- It's about time a film - was made about her.
0:31:38 > 0:31:42- I hope it's the first of many - and we hear about her family.
0:31:42 > 0:31:46- Her worked required - a lot of intelligence.
0:31:46 > 0:31:51- It's passed on to her family - so I'm quite jealous!
0:31:51 > 0:31:52- Yes, quite!
0:31:53 > 0:31:58- During her era, - she was a success in her field...
0:31:58 > 0:32:02- ..but we must also celebrate - the fact that she was a female.
0:32:02 > 0:32:05- I agree with you, Yvonne!
0:32:05 > 0:32:09- We're celebrating - an economic migrant...
0:32:10 > 0:32:12- ..who was also a female.
0:32:13 > 0:32:16- They were belittled - by the science world.
0:32:16 > 0:32:20- Marie and her husband - thought the work was worth it...
0:32:21 > 0:32:23- ..despite it being unpleasant.
0:32:24 > 0:32:27- It would benefit humankind - and they were right.
0:32:27 > 0:32:32- Her work during World War I - and before that...
0:32:32 > 0:32:35- ..was honoured by - a hospital in her name.
0:32:35 > 0:32:37- They appreciated her then...
0:32:38 > 0:32:41- ..and her name will remain - because of the charity work.
0:32:42 > 0:32:45- The Marie Curie charity - carries out fantastic work.
0:32:45 > 0:32:49- There's also a month now - to raise awareness for cancer.
0:32:49 > 0:32:55- It's interesting that - she experimented during World War I.
0:32:55 > 0:33:01- She placed her life in danger again - for the soldiers on the front line.
0:33:02 > 0:33:05- What an incredibly - interesting story.
0:33:06 > 0:33:09- Our next stop is - the Llandudno Christmas Fayre...
0:33:09 > 0:33:14- ..for a competition to find - the world's best Welshcakes.
0:33:21 > 0:33:27- This is the Llandudno - Christmas Fayre.
0:33:27 > 0:33:32- I'm here after winning the World - Bara Brith Championships last year.
0:33:32 > 0:33:37- This year, we have the - World Welshcake Championships.
0:33:37 > 0:33:41- There are two competitions - for a Traditional Welshcake...
0:33:42 > 0:33:45- ..and an Alternative Flavour - Welshcake.
0:33:45 > 0:33:49- I have to admit - that they are very tasty.
0:33:49 > 0:33:51- We had 23 entries.
0:33:51 > 0:33:56- It's excellent when you consider - that Welshcakes need to be fresh.
0:33:57 > 0:34:00- The winner is very interesting...
0:34:01 > 0:34:04- ..and gives a variety in terms - of being sweet and savoury.
0:34:05 > 0:34:09- I'm looking forward - to seeing the winner.
0:34:09 > 0:34:15- The tasting and judging - was followed by the results.
0:34:15 > 0:34:21- Bev Marsh wasn't present to win the - Traditional Welshcake category...
0:34:21 > 0:34:27- ..but we met the winner of the - Alternative Flavour Welshcake.
0:34:27 > 0:34:31- And the winner is Ieuan Jones - from Talwrn on Anglesey.
0:34:33 > 0:34:35- I can't believe it's happened.
0:34:36 > 0:34:41- I was persuaded to enter - by my wife and friend.
0:34:41 > 0:34:49- We're approaching Christmas, - so cranberries suit the season...
0:34:49 > 0:34:53- ..and the pink peppercorns - have a specific zing!
0:34:54 > 0:34:58- I'm the ambassador of the show - in Llandudno.
0:34:58 > 0:35:03- Today, we got the best Welshcakes.
0:35:03 > 0:35:07- It was great to see Ieuan - from Anglesey as the winner...
0:35:07 > 0:35:10- ..with that wonderful cake.
0:35:11 > 0:35:16- This is a one-off and it's a - great result for my first time.
0:35:23 > 0:35:27- It was a very lucky one-off!
0:35:27 > 0:35:31- That's all for now but in the - final part of the programme...
0:35:31 > 0:35:36- ..we congratulate the Cardiff rower, - Zak Lee-Green...
0:35:37 > 0:35:41- ..who returned with a silver medal - from the World Rowing Championship.
0:35:41 > 0:35:46- You can win a television or tablet - in our photography competition.
0:35:46 > 0:35:52- We also enjoy a song called Bois y - JCB from the famous Welsh Whisperer.
0:35:52 > 0:35:56- # No problem on the rocks - in the quarry or the field
0:35:57 > 0:36:01- # Shifting soil or loose sand - or a bucket full of clay
0:36:01 > 0:36:05- # It doesn't matter about - the weather if it's warm or wet
0:36:05 > 0:36:09- # No-one fills a hole - better than the lads with a JCB #
0:36:14 > 0:36:14- .
0:36:21 > 0:36:23- Welcome back.
0:36:23 > 0:36:28- The Cardiff rower, Zak Lee-Green - has captured the world's attention.
0:36:28 > 0:36:33- He's returned with a silver medal - from the World Rowing Championship.
0:36:33 > 0:36:37- Rhodri Gomer - went to congratulate him.
0:36:43 > 0:36:48- A month ago, Zak Lee-Green travelled - with the British team...
0:36:48 > 0:36:52- ..to the World Rowing Championship - in Florida...
0:36:52 > 0:36:55- ..to compete with - the lightweight quad.
0:36:55 > 0:37:01- Winning the semi-final meant - the gold was a realistic goal...
0:37:01 > 0:37:05- ..but that meant beating the - favourites of France in the final.
0:37:06 > 0:37:10- We knew they were great as we'd - raced them in the last two years.
0:37:10 > 0:37:13- They were really strong - and had won medals...
0:37:14 > 0:37:19- ..but we knew - we had to make changes...
0:37:19 > 0:37:23- ..after the second round - to progress.
0:37:23 > 0:37:29- The second round went well - and did all we set out to achieve.
0:37:29 > 0:37:33- The planning for the final - was perfect.
0:37:33 > 0:37:37- At the halfway mark, - we were where we wanted to be.
0:37:37 > 0:37:43- We worked so hard and hoped that - the finish line would come quickly.
0:37:43 > 0:37:48- Within the final 50 yards, - the French team overtook them.
0:37:48 > 0:37:52- Despite Zak and the team's - best efforts...
0:37:52 > 0:37:55- ..the French took the gold - by only half a metre.
0:37:56 > 0:37:59- I questioned myself - the second that I finished.
0:37:59 > 0:38:05- Everyone wanted us to do so well - but we kept thinking, "what if?!"
0:38:05 > 0:38:11- I've never had a race where - I was almost a champion but failed.
0:38:12 > 0:38:17- Everything about the boat - felt perfect.
0:38:17 > 0:38:21- The only thing missing was - a bit of power towards the end.
0:38:21 > 0:38:24- It was an amazing competition.
0:38:24 > 0:38:29- You had a very worthy holiday - after the competition.
0:38:29 > 0:38:33- Yes, I had a fortnight in Florida.
0:38:33 > 0:38:39- My girlfriend came to watch the - final and we did some travelling.
0:38:39 > 0:38:44- It gave me time to relax, to put - rowing to the back of my mind...
0:38:45 > 0:38:49- ..and enjoy a normal life - and eat a McDonald's too!
0:38:53 > 0:38:58- Sacrifice is an inherent part of - a professional athlete's life...
0:38:58 > 0:39:05- ..with healthy food, early mornings - and torturing training sessions.
0:39:05 > 0:39:09- The success of this lad from Cardiff - is a worthy prize.
0:39:09 > 0:39:14- I get up at 6.45am - and drive to Caversham or Evesham...
0:39:14 > 0:39:20- ..and either do some weights or go - on the water depending on the plan.
0:39:20 > 0:39:24- We finish at 2.00pm or 4.00pm, - depending on each of our sessions.
0:39:25 > 0:39:32- After that, I do three or four hours - of dentistry at Maidenhead...
0:39:32 > 0:39:34- ..before going home to sleep!
0:39:35 > 0:39:40- What's next for Zak - after such a successful 2017?
0:39:40 > 0:39:45- Everyone is aiming for the Olympic - Games in two and a half years.
0:39:46 > 0:39:50- Next year, our boats need to win - the qualifying spots for the Games.
0:39:50 > 0:39:53- It's at the front of our minds.
0:39:54 > 0:39:59- We're focused on our weights, rowing - machine and work on the water.
0:40:05 > 0:40:08- Congratulations to you, Zak.
0:40:09 > 0:40:13- Visiting an archive - can be an exciting experience.
0:40:13 > 0:40:19- This week is Explore Your Archive.
0:40:19 > 0:40:23- Mari Grug celebrated the week - at Glamorgan Archives.
0:40:29 > 0:40:34- Explore Your Archive encourages - people to visit local archives...
0:40:34 > 0:40:40- ..and raise awareness of the vast - collections in these archives.
0:40:40 > 0:40:45- Glamorgan Archive is hosting the - launch of this campaign in Wales.
0:40:46 > 0:40:49- The campaign - is running across Britain...
0:40:49 > 0:40:55- ..but Wales is having its own launch - to mark the start of the campaign.
0:40:55 > 0:41:03- We'll chat about our collections - about the National Coal Board...
0:41:03 > 0:41:08- ..as we're currently - cataloguing those records.
0:41:08 > 0:41:15- We've successfully had a grant of - 200,000 to catalogue our records.
0:41:16 > 0:41:22- It's great to tell people about - the wealth of our collection...
0:41:22 > 0:41:28- ..and show the material - that can be used for research.
0:41:29 > 0:41:36- I'm the historian for the history - of the coal mines of South Wales.
0:41:36 > 0:41:41- I did work on the industrial changes - within the coal industry...
0:41:41 > 0:41:46- ..and wrote the book, - South Wales Miners 1964 - 1985.
0:41:47 > 0:41:51- I've done a lot of research at - Glamorgan Archives and it's great.
0:41:51 > 0:41:54- During the week, - we'll promote the fact...
0:41:54 > 0:42:00- ..that you can visit archives to do - research on all sorts of topics.
0:42:00 > 0:42:05- You can also learn about - the history of your house...
0:42:05 > 0:42:10- ..your town or village.
0:42:10 > 0:42:16- Schools also visit to learn about - their home in the Victorian era...
0:42:16 > 0:42:19- ..or the history of World War II.
0:42:19 > 0:42:22- I'm really happy - to support this day.
0:42:22 > 0:42:27- People need to realize that the - archives can be used all-year-round.
0:42:28 > 0:42:32- We're celebrating today but archives - have something for everyone.
0:42:33 > 0:42:40- There's photographs and pictures - to see and it's all for free to see.
0:42:40 > 0:42:45- It's very important to have a week - to celebrate our archives...
0:42:45 > 0:42:48- ..in terms of celebrating - our heritage...
0:42:48 > 0:42:53- ..and the value - of these collections for research.
0:42:53 > 0:42:59- Our message is that everyone is - welcome at their local archives...
0:43:00 > 0:43:03- ..whether that's at the - Glamorgan Archives in Cardiff...
0:43:04 > 0:43:08- ..the Gwynedd Archives in Caernarfon - or Denbigh Archives in Ruthin.
0:43:08 > 0:43:12- You're welcome to cross - the threshold and do some research.
0:43:17 > 0:43:19- That was very interesting.
0:43:19 > 0:43:24- Here's a reminder of the photography - competition on Heno and Prynhawn Da.
0:43:24 > 0:43:27- You win either - a television or tablet.
0:43:27 > 0:43:29- Autumn is the theme.
0:43:32 > 0:43:38- Autumn is a season of falling leaves - and is ideal for taking photographs.
0:43:38 > 0:43:41- The amazing colours - always excite us.
0:43:42 > 0:43:48- We want your photographs of autumn - in your garden, public park...
0:43:48 > 0:43:55- ..pavement or anywhere that you - take your mobile phone or camera.
0:43:56 > 0:44:02- Upload your photographs to our - Facebook or Twitter accounts...
0:44:02 > 0:44:06- ..or email them to - Lluniau@tinopolis.com
0:44:06 > 0:44:11- The closing date is 30 November - and we look forward to seeing them.
0:44:17 > 0:44:21- The Welsh Whisperer singer - is a popular character.
0:44:21 > 0:44:26- He roams the country performing - at gigs, shows and concerts.
0:44:26 > 0:44:31- He recently launched a CD - called Dyn y Diesel Coch.
0:44:31 > 0:44:36- He performed a song - from the new CD on Heno.
0:44:37 > 0:44:41- Get your dancing shoes on - for Bois y JCB!
0:44:51 > 0:44:55- # You know about the diggers - that make holes across the land
0:44:55 > 0:44:59- # But there's another machine - and I'm telling you the truth
0:45:00 > 0:45:03- # It's in a shade of yellow - that stands out to all
0:45:04 > 0:45:08- # There's always fun to be had - with the lads with a JCB
0:45:08 > 0:45:12- # No problem on the rocks - in the quarry or the field
0:45:13 > 0:45:17- # Shifting soil or loose sand - or a bucket full of clay
0:45:17 > 0:45:21- # It doesn't matter about - the weather if it's warm or wet
0:45:21 > 0:45:25- # No-one fills a hole - better than the lads with a JCB
0:45:26 > 0:45:30- # A tall dump height - and a decent dig depth
0:45:31 > 0:45:34- # Sitting on the leather - and I feel like a giant
0:45:34 > 0:45:38- # Who's here to dig a hole - or fill one in for you
0:45:39 > 0:45:43- # I'm ready to do some dumping - with the lads with a JCB
0:45:43 > 0:45:48- # No problem on the rocks - in the quarry or the field
0:45:48 > 0:45:52- # Shifting soil or loose sand - or a bucket full of clay
0:45:52 > 0:45:56- # It doesn't matter about - the weather if it's warm or wet
0:45:56 > 0:46:01- # No-one fills a hole - better than the lads with a JCB
0:46:01 > 0:46:02- Yeah, boy!
0:46:11 > 0:46:15- # The lads with mini diggers - and girls in the game
0:46:15 > 0:46:19- # I raise my hat to all of you - and those who get upset
0:46:19 > 0:46:23- # Without you in this land, - we would be at a loss
0:46:23 > 0:46:28- # No bogging in the mud and dirt - with the lads with a JCB
0:46:28 > 0:46:32- # No problem on the rocks - in the quarry or the field
0:46:33 > 0:46:37- # Shifting soil or loose sand - or a bucket full of clay
0:46:37 > 0:46:41- # It doesn't matter about - the weather if it's warm or wet
0:46:41 > 0:46:45- # No-one fills a hole - better than the lads with a JCB
0:46:46 > 0:46:50- # No-one fills a hole - better than the lads with a JCB #
0:46:50 > 0:46:52- Yeah, boy! Good thing!
0:46:52 > 0:46:54- That was great!
0:46:54 > 0:46:56- That's all from me this morning.
0:46:56 > 0:46:59- Ten o'clock - has come around too soon.
0:46:59 > 0:47:01- Thanks for your company.
0:47:01 > 0:47:06- Until the same time next week, - it's a very good morning to you.
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