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0:00:01 > 0:00:06- I'm Osian Roberts. I'm the Assistant - Manager for the Wales Football Team.
0:00:07 > 0:00:09- Last year, reached - the semi-finals of Euro 2016.
0:00:10 > 0:00:14- I've coached international players - for years...
0:00:14 > 0:00:18- ..and know how hard - they have to work to reach the top.
0:00:18 > 0:00:22- I look forward to meeting - other athletes hungry for success.
0:00:22 > 0:00:24- I'm Lowri Morgan.
0:00:24 > 0:00:26- I run ultra marathons.
0:00:27 > 0:00:29- I've run across - the Amazon and the Arctic.
0:00:30 > 0:00:33- I understand the hard work required - to reach the top.
0:00:33 > 0:00:38- I look forward to meeting athletes - who are starting their journeys.
0:00:45 > 0:00:47- Welcome to Sgwad Ser Cymru.
0:00:47 > 0:00:48- On today's programme...
0:00:48 > 0:00:52- ..I'm heading to Coventry to meet - a young girl from Dinas Powys.
0:00:53 > 0:00:55- Lowri Jones - is a professional figure skater.
0:00:57 > 0:01:00- We start in the Swansea area...
0:01:00 > 0:01:06- ..where I've recently been - to meet MMA fighter, Brett Johns.
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0:01:18 > 0:01:21- I'm Brett Johns - and I'm 24 years old.
0:01:21 > 0:01:23- I come from Pontarddulais - near Swansea.
0:01:24 > 0:01:28- I'm a fighter, an MMA fighter. - That's mixed martial arts.
0:01:28 > 0:01:32- I fight for the UFC, - the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
0:01:33 > 0:01:36- I'm a former Titan FC - and Cage Warriors champion.
0:01:37 > 0:01:40- I'm hoping to become - a UFC World Champion.
0:01:40 > 0:01:43- He's ranked in - the top 30 at the moment.
0:01:43 > 0:01:46- After the next fight, - we hope he'll be up in the top 20.
0:01:47 > 0:01:51- We hope in the next 12-18 months - he'll fight for the UFC title.
0:01:51 > 0:01:56- He's great to work with. I've never - met anyone with the same work rate.
0:01:56 > 0:01:59- When that cage door closes, - he gets the clink of the cage.
0:01:59 > 0:02:03- They lock it up and then - you get the best of Brett Johns.
0:02:05 > 0:02:08- Every sport is a battle, - be it against a clock...
0:02:09 > 0:02:11- ..against a team - or against an opponent.
0:02:12 > 0:02:15- This sport is a literal battle.
0:02:15 > 0:02:20- How does someone go about - preparing to fight?
0:02:20 > 0:02:24- That's one question I'm looking - forward to asking Brett today.
0:02:26 > 0:02:28- Brett, it's a pleasure to meet you.
0:02:28 > 0:02:32- How did your interest - in this sport start?
0:02:32 > 0:02:36- To be honest, I started with martial - arts from when I was four years old.
0:02:37 > 0:02:38- I did a lot of judo.
0:02:38 > 0:02:41- I trained in Pontarddulais - with my dad.
0:02:41 > 0:02:45- I came to Swansea to train with - Chris and after the first session...
0:02:45 > 0:02:49- ..I looked in the corner and - there were lads training for MMA.
0:02:49 > 0:02:52- I looked over and thought - "that looks good."
0:02:53 > 0:02:55- I thought I could do it.
0:02:55 > 0:02:57- This means a lot to you.
0:02:58 > 0:02:59- It's a way of life.
0:02:59 > 0:03:00- It's a way of life.- - It's a job now.
0:03:00 > 0:03:04- It's never been a job, it's always - been a hobby I didn't get paid for.
0:03:05 > 0:03:08- I've had the right people - around me supporting me.
0:03:09 > 0:03:10- They said, look Brett...
0:03:10 > 0:03:14- ..I know it's hard now, - but it won't be in a few years.
0:03:14 > 0:03:16- I'm here today - because of those people.
0:03:16 > 0:03:17- Absolutely.
0:03:18 > 0:03:21- There's a mental side to this sport.
0:03:21 > 0:03:24- What do you think is - mentally important to success?
0:03:24 > 0:03:26- I just wanted a belt.
0:03:26 > 0:03:29- As an amateur, - I got it quite early in my career.
0:03:29 > 0:03:31- Then I thought, - I want a British title...
0:03:32 > 0:03:35- ..within five professional fights, - I was British Champion.
0:03:35 > 0:03:39- And then, I thought straightaway - I could win a world title.
0:03:40 > 0:03:43- A few months after that, - I got a world title shot.
0:03:44 > 0:03:47- I had to fight twice in one night - to get that belt.
0:03:47 > 0:03:51- I set myself incremental - little goals.
0:03:52 > 0:03:55- I think it's true of any sport - at the highest level.
0:03:55 > 0:03:58- In the football world, - the only world I know...
0:03:59 > 0:04:03- ..you always hear managers say one - to take things one game at a time.
0:04:03 > 0:04:06- Not to look too far forward - which is what you've done.
0:04:06 > 0:04:08- It's the same.
0:04:08 > 0:04:11- I'm very lucky, I've had - 13 professional fights.
0:04:11 > 0:04:13- I've never lost.
0:04:13 > 0:04:15- I follow the same - blueprint every time.
0:04:16 > 0:04:20- Some day, you might lose - your first fight.
0:04:21 > 0:04:23- MMA isn't like boxing.
0:04:23 > 0:04:26- I don't think anyone at the top - has finished undefeated.
0:04:27 > 0:04:29- People think I haven't lost.
0:04:29 > 0:04:32- I've lost more times - than anyone in this gym.
0:04:32 > 0:04:35- I've lost a lot.
0:04:35 > 0:04:39- I was a goalkeeper - when I was younger.
0:04:39 > 0:04:44- Yeah, 5 feet 7 inches in goal! - We lost one game 24-1.
0:04:46 > 0:04:49- Sounds like - it's the defence's fault!
0:04:49 > 0:04:54- As I say, it's experiences - like that I remember.
0:04:54 > 0:04:56- I remember the feeling.
0:04:56 > 0:04:59- I can have a coffee this morning. - You're on the water.
0:04:59 > 0:05:01- I'm quite jealous of the coffee.
0:05:01 > 0:05:03- It's good too!
0:05:03 > 0:05:06- I drink around - four litres of water a day.
0:05:06 > 0:05:11- I'm just over 11 stone - or 155 pounds.
0:05:11 > 0:05:15- I have to weigh in at 136 pounds - for my next fight.
0:05:15 > 0:05:17- How much time do you have - until the fight?
0:05:17 > 0:05:19- It's four weeks to Friday.
0:05:19 > 0:05:22- When I get into the rhythm - of doing it, it's fine.
0:05:22 > 0:05:27- You get up in the morning and have - the same thing for breakfast.
0:05:27 > 0:05:30- For breakfast, - I have a protein shake with water.
0:05:30 > 0:05:33- I throw some oats in - for carbohydrates.
0:05:33 > 0:05:35- I drink it - and then I go straight to training.
0:05:36 > 0:05:39- Food is for energy, not for taste.
0:05:40 > 0:05:45- After the fight, do you have - anything special for yourself?
0:05:46 > 0:05:48- Yeah. I'm a bit of a sucker - for cheesecake.
0:05:49 > 0:05:53- I really like vanilla cheesecake. - This is after the fight, not before.
0:05:53 > 0:05:55- I had a stomach ache - during the fight.
0:05:55 > 0:05:58- I eat what I want after the fight.
0:05:58 > 0:06:00- And you get a little enjoyment.
0:06:00 > 0:06:02- After that, yes!
0:06:02 > 0:06:04- I can have - three or four slices after that.
0:06:08 > 0:06:14- As Brett took me to see the octagon, - I couldn't help but wonder...
0:06:14 > 0:06:19- ..what safety steps are taken once - the door is closed on fighters.
0:06:21 > 0:06:25- First things first, - you can't eye gouge.
0:06:26 > 0:06:30- Hair pulling, I like it, but you're - not allowed to in a fight.
0:06:30 > 0:06:33- When you kick, - you can't aim for the groin.
0:06:36 > 0:06:39- When you slam someone, - you can't slam them on their head.
0:06:40 > 0:06:43- There are a lot of different rules. - Those are the important ones.
0:06:43 > 0:06:47- If I have Scotty on the fence here - and I want to take Scotty down...
0:06:47 > 0:06:51- ..if Scotty puts his hands down to - the floor, I can't kick at his face.
0:06:52 > 0:06:55- At that point, - he's a downed opponent.
0:06:55 > 0:06:57- If Scotty's up against the fence...
0:06:58 > 0:07:04- ..he can't grab through the wire - to stop me taking him down.
0:07:05 > 0:07:07- You can open your hand - on the fence...
0:07:08 > 0:07:11- ..but you can't close your fingers - or toes around it.
0:07:12 > 0:07:16- Those are most of the rules - you have to follow.
0:07:16 > 0:07:19- One thing's already obvious, - this is a solid fence...
0:07:20 > 0:07:22- ..unlike a trampoline - in the back garden.
0:07:23 > 0:07:25- It's a hard cage.
0:07:26 > 0:07:28- The moment this gate closes...
0:07:28 > 0:07:32- ..when that clink goes, - what goes on in your mind then?
0:07:33 > 0:07:36- All the hard work is done in the - weeks leading up to that noise.
0:07:37 > 0:07:42- The moment that clink goes, all the - training and work comes to the fore.
0:07:43 > 0:07:45- That's what happens...
0:07:45 > 0:07:49- ..I change from the person I am now - talking to you to the fighter.
0:07:51 > 0:07:54- What are these moves - that you're famous for...
0:07:55 > 0:07:58- ..that create problems - for competitors?
0:07:58 > 0:07:59- I'm very lucky.
0:07:59 > 0:08:03- I have one of the styles - that's difficult to fight against.
0:08:03 > 0:08:06- I'm what they call a wrestler.
0:08:07 > 0:08:10- If I'm fighting someone - who's good on the floor...
0:08:10 > 0:08:14- ..I want to stay off the floor, - keep my distance and box him.
0:08:14 > 0:08:17- So, if he comes at me - trying to take me down...
0:08:17 > 0:08:20- ..he can't because I've got - a wrestling background.
0:08:20 > 0:08:24- When I fight someone who's good at - boxing or kick-boxing...
0:08:24 > 0:08:26- ..I can take him to the floor.
0:08:26 > 0:08:30- That's why my style is quite hard - to fight against.
0:08:30 > 0:08:35- I have the choice in the fight - to attack in whatever way I want.
0:08:35 > 0:08:40- Have you had any serious injuries - in this cage?
0:08:40 > 0:08:45- The only injury I've had - is a shoulder dislocation.
0:08:45 > 0:08:46- You've had an operation.
0:08:47 > 0:08:49- Yes, I've had an operation - on the shoulder.
0:08:49 > 0:08:50- It works just fine.
0:08:51 > 0:08:54- I've broken my nose - three or four times.
0:08:54 > 0:08:58- I can't count the amount of times - I've broken my fingers and toes.
0:08:59 > 0:09:02- There's a lot of injury - in this sport.
0:09:06 > 0:09:08- I politely refused Brett's - offer to give it a go.
0:09:09 > 0:09:11- I didn't want to hurt him!
0:09:11 > 0:09:14- Instead, we took a walk down the - road to the other gym...
0:09:15 > 0:09:18- ..where he works to strengthen - and condition his body.
0:09:21 > 0:09:22- It's an old building.
0:09:22 > 0:09:26- Yes, it's the day's second session.
0:09:26 > 0:09:29- This is where I do it. - There's a good set-up here.
0:09:29 > 0:09:30- This is where you do your work?
0:09:30 > 0:09:32- This is where you do your work?- - Yeah, most of the bag work.
0:09:32 > 0:09:35- Also, I do the strength - and conditioning.
0:09:35 > 0:09:37- That's what I do most of the time.
0:09:37 > 0:09:39- The boxing side of the sport.
0:09:39 > 0:09:40- The boxing side of the sport.- - Yes.
0:09:50 > 0:09:56- You use these washing-up sponges on - your fists to practise boxing.
0:09:56 > 0:09:59- The pad is placed - just above the knuckles.
0:09:59 > 0:10:01- That's where - most of the damage happens.
0:10:01 > 0:10:04- It's a bit more padding.
0:10:04 > 0:10:07- Mam won't be happy - that I've taken one or two of these.
0:10:07 > 0:10:09- She doesn't know, so shush!
0:10:12 > 0:10:14- I train young footballers.
0:10:15 > 0:10:19- They all dream of playing for Wales - and in the Premier League.
0:10:20 > 0:10:23- They want the big houses - and the big cars.
0:10:24 > 0:10:27- For some, being famous is more - important than going far...
0:10:27 > 0:10:29- ..and succeeding in the sport.
0:10:29 > 0:10:33- Certainly, I'm well aware - that your eyes are on success.
0:10:33 > 0:10:37- Whatever else happens when - you reach your full potential...
0:10:37 > 0:10:41- ..your feet will remain - firmly placed on solid ground.
0:10:44 > 0:10:48- MMA is 15 minutes of acting - as if you're not injured.
0:10:48 > 0:10:51- Football is 90 minutes of pretending - you do have an injury.
0:10:53 > 0:10:55- Fair enough.
0:10:58 > 0:11:01- Off we went then to another gym.
0:11:01 > 0:11:03- Brett's stepdad's gym - in Pontarddulais.
0:11:04 > 0:11:08- This is where he keeps the belts and - trophies he's won over the years.
0:11:09 > 0:11:11- You've got - some of your trophies here.
0:11:11 > 0:11:13- They go back - to the start of your career.
0:11:13 > 0:11:14- Tell me a little about them.
0:11:14 > 0:11:16- Tell me a little about them.- - There are a lot of judo medals.
0:11:17 > 0:11:20- Most of them are - from when I was a lot younger.
0:11:21 > 0:11:22- I can see 2001 there.
0:11:22 > 0:11:24- I think I was nine when I won this.
0:11:25 > 0:11:26- What's this belt?
0:11:26 > 0:11:29- When I started MMA, - all I wanted was a belt.
0:11:29 > 0:11:33- I was the main event at - Penlan Social Club in Swansea.
0:11:34 > 0:11:37- I was fighting a very good guy. - He hadn't lost. He was undefeated.
0:11:37 > 0:11:41- He'd come down from the professional - ranks to fight me.
0:11:41 > 0:11:44- I got tuned up - in all three rounds.
0:11:44 > 0:11:49- Because I kept going through all - three rounds and got my first belt.
0:11:49 > 0:11:52- These have some names, - Painpit, that's the first.
0:11:52 > 0:11:55- Painpit is a very popular show - in Wales.
0:11:56 > 0:11:58- It's a great show...
0:11:58 > 0:12:01- ..the only problem was - they put me against a good friend.
0:12:01 > 0:12:03- How do you fight a friend - at that level?
0:12:04 > 0:12:05- Sometimes, I say, as a joke...
0:12:06 > 0:12:09- ..it doesn't matter if my gran's on - the other side, I'll fight her.
0:12:11 > 0:12:11- It is hard.
0:12:11 > 0:12:12- It is hard.- - This is the smartest!
0:12:13 > 0:12:15- Titan FC wanted me - to go over to America...
0:12:15 > 0:12:19- ..and test myself against the best - people in the world.
0:12:19 > 0:12:23- I went straight out and my first - fight was for a world title.
0:12:23 > 0:12:25- It was in Mobile, Alabama.
0:12:25 > 0:12:26- It was in Mobile, Alabama.- - Alabama, wow.
0:12:26 > 0:12:28- I weighed in on the USS Alabama.
0:12:29 > 0:12:33- The day after that, I fought a UFC - veteran, Walel Watson.
0:12:33 > 0:12:35- He was a good fighter.
0:12:35 > 0:12:38- I beat him in the first round. - I rocked him with an elbow.
0:12:38 > 0:12:42- In the second round, - I got him in a choke hold.
0:12:43 > 0:12:46- I won the Titan FC world title - from there.
0:12:46 > 0:12:48- After Titan, - I got the call from the UFC.
0:12:48 > 0:12:51- I've got to aim - for the UFC title now.
0:12:52 > 0:12:56- Brett, what a wonderful day. - It's been a pleasure to meet you.
0:12:56 > 0:12:59- Thanks very much for today.
0:12:59 > 0:13:02- Best of luck for the future.
0:13:02 > 0:13:04- Thank you. Thanks for coming down.
0:13:09 > 0:13:11- Good luck to you, Brett.
0:13:11 > 0:13:15- After the break, we'll find out - about Lowri Jones.
0:13:15 > 0:13:17- She left school at 16 - to follow her dream...
0:13:18 > 0:13:20- ..of being a - professional figure skater.
0:13:21 > 0:13:22- See you in two minutes.
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0:13:36 > 0:13:40- I'm Lowri Jones. I come from - Dinas Powys near Cardiff.
0:13:40 > 0:13:42- I spend a lot of time in Coventry...
0:13:43 > 0:13:46- ..because this is where my coach, - Yuri Bureyko, is based.
0:13:49 > 0:13:53- Lowri is very talented.
0:13:53 > 0:13:56- Her body is well-adapted - to figure skating.
0:13:57 > 0:13:59- She has supple, nimble legs.
0:13:59 > 0:14:04- She's one of the best - in the United Kingdom.
0:14:04 > 0:14:10- She is the best by far in Wales.
0:14:11 > 0:14:13- I've been ice skating - for nine years.
0:14:13 > 0:14:14- I love it.
0:14:15 > 0:14:18- I'm happiest, most comfortable - and most confident on the ice.
0:14:25 > 0:14:29- You don't often hear much - about figure skaters.
0:14:29 > 0:14:32- It is a very popular sport.
0:14:33 > 0:14:37- It's one of the most important - competitions at the Winter Olympics.
0:14:37 > 0:14:43- Despite their grace on the ice, - it is a fierce competition.
0:14:44 > 0:14:47- I've come to the Sky Dome in - Coventry to see Lowri train.
0:14:48 > 0:14:49- Hi, Lowri. Thanks for meeting me.
0:14:49 > 0:14:50- Hi, Lowri. Thanks for meeting me.- - Hello. It's fine.
0:14:51 > 0:14:53- This is where the hard work happens.
0:14:56 > 0:14:58- Lowri, how did it all start?
0:14:58 > 0:15:02- It started as a bit of fun - with my cousin.
0:15:02 > 0:15:05- We went for a group lesson - one weekend.
0:15:06 > 0:15:10- It was 15 minutes with other people - who wanted to learn to skate.
0:15:11 > 0:15:18- My coach spotted me there and wanted - to give me a one-on-one lesson.
0:15:19 > 0:15:21- So I had those lessons once a week.
0:15:21 > 0:15:23- What was the attraction?
0:15:24 > 0:15:26- I felt more confident on the ice.
0:15:26 > 0:15:30- It gave me more confidence - because I was shy off the ice.
0:15:30 > 0:15:32- I didn't want to talk to anyone.
0:15:33 > 0:15:35- I'd do anything to avoid attention.
0:15:38 > 0:15:40- How did you end up in Coventry?
0:15:40 > 0:15:46- I'd come up on some weekends with - Yuri but because I was at school...
0:15:46 > 0:15:48- ..I couldn't do it full time.
0:15:49 > 0:15:51- Last year, I moved up.
0:15:51 > 0:15:53- How old were you then?
0:15:53 > 0:15:54- I was 16.
0:15:54 > 0:16:00- You moved to live on your own - in a totally unknown city.
0:16:01 > 0:16:05- Your coach Yuri attracted you here.
0:16:05 > 0:16:06- He's one of the best.
0:16:06 > 0:16:08- He's one of the best.- - Yes, he is.
0:16:08 > 0:16:10- He's one of the best in the UK.
0:16:10 > 0:16:12- He's unique in his work.
0:16:12 > 0:16:13- What kind of coach is he?
0:16:13 > 0:16:15- What kind of coach is he?- - He's very strict.
0:16:15 > 0:16:19- Only some people can cope - with his methods.
0:16:19 > 0:16:24- When he knows you're in pain or - anything, he's there to support you.
0:16:24 > 0:16:29- He's always there to support you - when you need it.
0:16:31 > 0:16:35- As a figure skater, - Yuri Bureyko represented Russia.
0:16:35 > 0:16:39- As a coach, he's taken many skaters - to the Winter Olympic Games.
0:16:40 > 0:16:45- For any athlete, - the aim is to reach the Olympics.
0:16:46 > 0:16:53- That's the pinnacle, - the peak of the mountain.
0:16:54 > 0:16:57- To reach the peak, we have - to take it one step at a time.
0:17:00 > 0:17:08- We have to plan because some steps - are easier than others.
0:17:08 > 0:17:13- Her main goal...
0:17:13 > 0:17:19- ..is to get a good result at the - British Championships in December.
0:17:19 > 0:17:26- This will allow her - to reach the highest level...
0:17:26 > 0:17:30- ..at Junior World Championships.
0:17:32 > 0:17:34- How often do you train here?
0:17:34 > 0:17:37- I train up to 14 times a week.
0:17:37 > 0:17:40- Three times a day, - three times a week.
0:17:40 > 0:17:44- Give us an example - of your daily schedule.
0:17:44 > 0:17:46- I start at around 7.00.
0:17:46 > 0:17:49- That's when I leave the house - to catch the train.
0:17:49 > 0:17:52- I'll reach here - at around 8.00 in the morning.
0:17:52 > 0:17:56- I'll warm up and then be on the ice - between 8.30 and 10.00.
0:17:56 > 0:18:01- There's a small gap. There's another - session between 12.00 and 1.00.
0:18:01 > 0:18:05- Then we have another one - between 4.15 and 6.00.
0:18:05 > 0:18:07- How much success have you had?
0:18:08 > 0:18:09- You're the best in Wales...
0:18:09 > 0:18:13- ..with the potential to be - one of the best three in the UK.
0:18:13 > 0:18:19- A few years ago, I won an IGS event - as an Advanced Novice.
0:18:20 > 0:18:26- I also won one Junior which is the - category above Advanced Novice.
0:18:28 > 0:18:31- There are many categories - in skating.
0:18:31 > 0:18:33- Could you explain?
0:18:33 > 0:18:36- The first category - is Advanced Novice.
0:18:36 > 0:18:39- That's 15 and Under. - You have to be Level 8 to compete.
0:18:40 > 0:18:42- You have to take a NISA test - in three parts...
0:18:43 > 0:18:44- ..to be granted Level 8 status.
0:18:45 > 0:18:47- The three parts are Field Moves, - Elements and Free.
0:18:48 > 0:18:51- Juniors are the same but you have to - be Level 9. That's Under 19.
0:18:51 > 0:18:53- Seniors is Level 10.
0:18:54 > 0:18:56- Which is your preferred category?
0:18:56 > 0:18:58- I'm doing Juniors at the moment.
0:18:58 > 0:19:01- Next year, I'll have to do Seniors.
0:19:01 > 0:19:06- Do you have one moment you remember - that you're very proud of?
0:19:07 > 0:19:12- When I won the Holiday On Ice - competition with Robin Cousins.
0:19:12 > 0:19:16- That was very good for me. It was a - turning point in my skating career.
0:19:16 > 0:19:21- That was the first time I'd started - dancing my style on the ice.
0:19:26 > 0:19:29- Before getting on the ice, - it's important to warm up.
0:19:30 > 0:19:34- Any injury would likely mean - a long absence from competition.
0:19:34 > 0:19:37- Lowri, how do you warm up - before you start skating?
0:19:38 > 0:19:42- To start, I run around the rink - to raise my heartbeat.
0:19:43 > 0:19:48- After that, I do - head and arm movements.
0:19:48 > 0:19:53- When I've warmed up enough, - I do a few jumps at the end.
0:19:54 > 0:19:58- It's important to warm up before - any kind of sporting activity.
0:19:58 > 0:20:02- It's more important - before going on the ice.
0:20:02 > 0:20:04- Absolutely, - it's very cold out there.
0:20:05 > 0:20:10- A lot of people get problems with - their ankles and knees...
0:20:10 > 0:20:13- ..because of the constant - jumping on them.
0:20:14 > 0:20:19- I've injured my ankle and couldn't - put any weight on the back of it.
0:20:20 > 0:20:21- For how long were you out?
0:20:22 > 0:20:26- It was five weeks - before I could wear a skate.
0:20:26 > 0:20:30- I was very slow - coming back into skating.
0:20:30 > 0:20:32- The leather - makes the boots very hard.
0:20:33 > 0:20:35- When do you restart competition?
0:20:35 > 0:20:37- When do you restart competition?- - I start competing again in March.
0:20:37 > 0:20:38- Completely fit?
0:20:38 > 0:20:40- Completely fit?- - Yes.
0:20:47 > 0:20:51- Life isn't always easy - for ice skaters.
0:20:51 > 0:20:55- Between coaching sessions, - she stays warm at a local cafe.
0:20:56 > 0:20:58- Even though the costumes - look expensive...
0:20:59 > 0:21:04- ..she gets them from the Web - because she isn't sponsored.
0:21:04 > 0:21:08- But, her love of skating is enough - to maintain her enthusiasm.
0:21:13 > 0:21:16- Do you get nervous - before competitions?
0:21:16 > 0:21:18- Yes, I get very nervous.
0:21:19 > 0:21:21- The people who win - deal with being nervous.
0:21:22 > 0:21:23- What goes through your mind?
0:21:24 > 0:21:26- You think about everything twice...
0:21:26 > 0:21:29- ..but you have to trust yourself - and your training.
0:21:30 > 0:21:32- What do you have to do - in a competition?
0:21:32 > 0:21:37- In the Short, you have to do three - jumps, three spins and steps.
0:21:37 > 0:21:41- How do you go about creating your - performance for the routine?
0:21:41 > 0:21:46- Your coach will pick the music and - you say whether you like it or not.
0:21:46 > 0:21:51- You say whether you feel - you can skate well to the music.
0:21:51 > 0:21:55- And then you start - by putting the steps in.
0:21:55 > 0:21:58- You step through - the jumps and spins.
0:21:59 > 0:22:01- Then you build a step sequence.
0:22:01 > 0:22:03- What are all the moves?
0:22:03 > 0:22:08- One of the things you have to do - as a Junior Lady is a double axel.
0:22:09 > 0:22:13- You jump from an edge that's - different to every other jump...
0:22:14 > 0:22:17- ..and turn two and a half times - in the air.
0:22:17 > 0:22:18- Do you have a favourite?
0:22:18 > 0:22:20- Do you have a favourite?- - I like the toe loop.
0:22:21 > 0:22:23- What's that?
0:22:23 > 0:22:29- You do a three turn and then place - your left toe into the ice and turn.
0:22:29 > 0:22:31- Do you need a talent for dancing.
0:22:31 > 0:22:34- You have to like performing.
0:22:34 > 0:22:36- That's the second half of the score.
0:22:37 > 0:22:38- How does the scoring work?
0:22:38 > 0:22:43- They mark through grade of execution - of your elements, the jumps etc.
0:22:45 > 0:22:51- The second score - is for things like transitions...
0:22:51 > 0:22:55- ..how you skate to the music...
0:22:55 > 0:23:01- ..how they think you've connected - to the music and the audience too.
0:23:02 > 0:23:06- You must be very fit. Do you spend - all your time on the ice?
0:23:07 > 0:23:09- Do you train somewhere else too?
0:23:09 > 0:23:15- I do work in the gym sometimes. - I work on cardio and all muscles.
0:23:16 > 0:23:19- Flexibility is very useful.
0:23:19 > 0:23:22- Ballet helps - with your posture on the ice.
0:23:23 > 0:23:24- What's the biggest buzz...
0:23:24 > 0:23:27- ..you get out of performing - in front of an audience.
0:23:28 > 0:23:33- You feel like the only person alive - at that precise moment.
0:23:34 > 0:23:36- Everything is about you - in that moment.
0:23:39 > 0:23:41- You lose yourself in the moment.
0:23:42 > 0:23:47- Nothing worries you - when you're out on the ice.
0:23:47 > 0:23:50- When you're on the ice, - you're only thinking about skating.
0:23:53 > 0:23:57- You all look incredibly graceful - as you dance on the ice.
0:23:57 > 0:24:02- It is a fiercely competitive sport.
0:24:02 > 0:24:06- It's incredibly competitive because - there's only one spot...
0:24:06 > 0:24:10- ..when you go up the levels - and get to the harder competitions.
0:24:13 > 0:24:16- What about the future? - What's your ambition?
0:24:16 > 0:24:18- I'd like to go to the Olympics.
0:24:18 > 0:24:20- When will that be?
0:24:20 > 0:24:22- When will that be?- - I don't know but maybe 2022.
0:24:23 > 0:24:26- We'll keep an eye out for you. - Thanks very much, Lowri.
0:24:27 > 0:24:31- It's been a pleasure and a delight - to get an insight into your life.
0:24:31 > 0:24:32- Thanks very much.
0:24:49 > 0:24:54- Next time, I'll be in Caversham - at the Team GB's Rowing HQ...
0:24:54 > 0:24:56- ..to meet Zak Lee Green.
0:24:57 > 0:25:01- I will spend some time with Aberdare - weightlifter Christie Williams.
0:25:02 > 0:25:04- Bye for now.
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0:25:12 > 0:25:15- Selling houses - is big business in Wales.
0:25:16 > 0:25:21- Every house is different and every - estate agent has a unique style.
0:25:25 > 0:25:30- This is Iestyn Leyshon from - Lloyd Herbert & Jones, Aberystwyth.
0:25:34 > 0:25:36- ****! What are you doing there?
0:25:37 > 0:25:39- Iestyn is multitalented.
0:25:40 > 0:25:43- He's an enthusiastic estate agent...
0:25:43 > 0:25:46- It's a great house. - When can I move in?
0:25:46 > 0:25:48- ..a top auctioneer...
0:25:48 > 0:25:50- Mrs Jandril, 1 surely?
0:25:53 > 0:25:55- ..and a bit of a joker.
0:25:55 > 0:25:57- Where's the rest of him?
0:25:59 > 0:26:04- Today, he's learning a new skill - to use in his business.
0:26:04 > 0:26:08- The red bands - mark the direction of the camera.
0:26:12 > 0:26:15- We're a bit high there, aren't we?
0:26:15 > 0:26:17- BLEEP
0:26:17 > 0:26:19- 'Height Limit Reached'.
0:26:19 > 0:26:23- Let's hope he doesn't sell houses - like he flies drones.
0:26:23 > 0:26:25- Hush! I'm concentrating.
0:26:26 > 0:26:29- This is Pengarreg Fawr, - Iestyn's family home.
0:26:29 > 0:26:32- He spent - most of his childhood here.
0:26:32 > 0:26:36- This five-bedroom house - is about to go up for sale...
0:26:36 > 0:26:40- ..and it will be marketed - at just under 400,000.
0:26:40 > 0:26:44- An estate agent rarely - has to sell his own property...
0:26:44 > 0:26:48- ..but that's - the challenge that awaits Iestyn.
0:26:48 > 0:26:52- This house - is in the middle of lots of land.
0:26:52 > 0:26:57- This drone can give me - a picture from above, looking down.
0:26:57 > 0:27:02- Hopefully, it will give people - a better idea of what awaits them...
0:27:02 > 0:27:04- ..when they view the property.
0:27:04 > 0:27:06- I'll turn it the other way.
0:27:08 > 0:27:10- That looks like a lush photo.
0:27:14 > 0:27:16- Home, James! - Which way are you going?
0:27:17 > 0:27:22- Flying the drone is tricky, so how - will Iestyn manage to land it?
0:27:27 > 0:27:31- I'm not sure that's how you - should do it, but it works for me!
0:27:32 > 0:27:34- The next step - is to edit the photos...
0:27:34 > 0:27:38- ..and create a short video, - which I'll post on Facebook.
0:27:39 > 0:27:43- This service means that - people across the world...
0:27:43 > 0:27:45- ..can see the properties we sell.
0:27:48 > 0:27:53- In the Swansea Valley, Carys Davies, - the proprietor of Perfect Pads...
0:27:54 > 0:27:58- ..is using a more conventional - method of selling a property.
0:27:58 > 0:28:04- The bathroom and the kitchen are - the most important rooms to a buyer.
0:28:04 > 0:28:10- We list any integrated appliances - on the property details.
0:28:10 > 0:28:12- I'll have a bit of a nose now!
0:28:16 > 0:28:20- Carys has been in the letting - business for over ten years...
0:28:21 > 0:28:26- ..but selling houses is a new - and exciting venture for her.
0:28:32 > 0:28:36- Carys is preparing a valuation - of a three-bedroom cottage...
0:28:36 > 0:28:38- ..in Alltwen near Pontardawe.
0:28:39 > 0:28:43- She must be thorough - and look in every nook and cranny.
0:28:43 > 0:28:45- Some might call it being nosey!
0:28:46 > 0:28:48- Being nosey is part of my job.
0:28:48 > 0:28:52- Some people have said - they think I have a great job...
0:28:52 > 0:28:56- ..because I get to snoop around - other people's homes.
0:28:56 > 0:29:01- Home decor inspires me. - I get ideas for paint or furniture.
0:29:01 > 0:29:05- I know the owner of this house, - so she gave me the key.
0:29:07 > 0:29:12- It's nice to be able to spend - some time assessing the property.
0:29:12 > 0:29:15- I look at many different things.
0:29:16 > 0:29:20- I remove my shoes - to show respect for the homeowners.
0:29:20 > 0:29:23- It's the polite thing to do.
0:29:24 > 0:29:28- Yes - there's nothing worse - than impolite snooping!
0:29:30 > 0:29:33- Has Carys ever been caught - in an awkward situation?
0:29:34 > 0:29:36- No, not personally...
0:29:37 > 0:29:39- ..but some of my staff - certainly have.
0:29:39 > 0:29:42- We're a letting agent too...
0:29:43 > 0:29:46- ..and we carry out inspections - on properties.
0:29:46 > 0:29:48- We give them plenty of notice.
0:29:49 > 0:29:50- I knocked, then I went inside.
0:29:51 > 0:29:55- I opened the bedroom door and - there they were, reading the paper.
0:29:55 > 0:29:57- Nothing embarrassing.
0:29:58 > 0:30:03- Carys isn't the only one to find - herself in an unexpected situation.
0:30:04 > 0:30:06- A naked woman has run towards me.
0:30:06 > 0:30:08- I thought the house was empty...
0:30:08 > 0:30:12- ..only for a lady to scream, - "What are you doing here?"
0:30:12 > 0:30:14- I've caught people in bed...
0:30:14 > 0:30:18- ..and not necessarily - with their own husband or wife.
0:30:19 > 0:30:22- We've got to be really careful - when it comes to that...
0:30:23 > 0:30:28- ..and make sure we never - divulge secrets to anyone else.
0:30:33 > 0:30:38- Dafydd Hardy is one of the giants of - the property market in North Wales.
0:30:43 > 0:30:47- Dafydd Hardy has been - in the business for 40 years.
0:30:48 > 0:30:50- Got a bit of a tan there, Mr Hardy.
0:30:50 > 0:30:52- Got a bit of a tan there, Mr Hardy.- - Mostly on my stomach.
0:30:52 > 0:30:55- Let's not discuss your stomach!
0:30:55 > 0:30:59- My stomach is closer to the sun, - so it gets a deeper tan.
0:31:01 > 0:31:06- The Bangor office is one of his five - offices in Gwynedd and on Anglesey.
0:31:07 > 0:31:09- These are my favourite things.
0:31:09 > 0:31:12- The bowler hat lampshades.
0:31:13 > 0:31:15- This TV is a recent addition.
0:31:15 > 0:31:21- It's a touchscreen TV, so clients - can use it to search for a property.
0:31:22 > 0:31:24- The clients love them.
0:31:24 > 0:31:28- This map shows every area - of North Wales with which we deal.
0:31:28 > 0:31:31- We cover Anglesey, - the Lleyn Peninsula...
0:31:32 > 0:31:34- ..Porthmadog - and across to Llandudno.
0:31:35 > 0:31:38- If he sells houses - like he sells his office...
0:31:38 > 0:31:41- ..little wonder - Dafydd is so successful.
0:31:42 > 0:31:44- There's a garage here.
0:31:46 > 0:31:50- This was - the first graphic we created.
0:31:50 > 0:31:52- Do you see the DH logo there?
0:31:52 > 0:31:55- Well, that's now changed - to a house shape.
0:31:56 > 0:31:58- This was the original.
0:31:58 > 0:32:00- It works really well.
0:32:01 > 0:32:05- It's a nice place to work, - or so my staff tell me.
0:32:05 > 0:32:08- I don't know if it's true, - but I aim to please.
0:32:12 > 0:32:16- Back in Aberystwyth, - Iestyn returns to Pengarreg Fawr...
0:32:16 > 0:32:21- ..to take a look at it before - showing it to a potential buyer.
0:32:22 > 0:32:25- With over 40 years of memories...
0:32:25 > 0:32:29- ..it doesn't take long - before he starts to reminisce.
0:32:29 > 0:32:33- When we moved here, - there was a wall across here...
0:32:33 > 0:32:36- ..with a 1950s fireplace - in front of it.
0:32:36 > 0:32:38- All this was hidden.
0:32:38 > 0:32:41- Mam decided - to get rid of the old fireplace...
0:32:41 > 0:32:44- ..revealing - a bigger and bigger hole...
0:32:44 > 0:32:47- ..until this revealed itself.
0:32:47 > 0:32:51- When we first found this, - we burned a whole tree trunk.
0:32:51 > 0:32:54- We fed the fire - with a tree trunk...
0:32:55 > 0:32:57- ..which started by the door.
0:32:57 > 0:33:00- It saved us having to saw it!
0:33:00 > 0:33:04- You're a man of the world. - Do you fancy a drink?
0:33:04 > 0:33:06- We had lots of parties here.
0:33:07 > 0:33:10- My father - enjoyed making his own wine.
0:33:10 > 0:33:12- He used the cellar to do that...
0:33:13 > 0:33:17- ..and he'd sneak down there - to fetch some refreshments.
0:33:17 > 0:33:20- Not so light but very refreshing!
0:33:22 > 0:33:26- One room in the house brings back - some very retro memories.
0:33:29 > 0:33:32- The bathroom, - with its 1980s chocolate suite.
0:33:33 > 0:33:38- Money can't buy a suite - like this today. Everything's white.
0:33:40 > 0:33:42- Look at this marble effect!
0:33:46 > 0:33:50- That's a bidet behind the door, - with its gold taps.
0:33:51 > 0:33:53- How did you use the bidet, Iestyn?
0:33:53 > 0:33:55- To wash our feet.
0:33:55 > 0:33:59- Sit on the toilet - and soak your feet.
0:33:59 > 0:34:02- The strange thing about this room...
0:34:03 > 0:34:08- ..is its window - throws light onto the landing.
0:34:09 > 0:34:10- See?
0:34:13 > 0:34:17- We're still in the process - of clearing items out.
0:34:17 > 0:34:19- All these shelves were full.
0:34:19 > 0:34:22- The drone shot is better than that!
0:34:23 > 0:34:25- There are old photos here.
0:34:25 > 0:34:30- Father was always happy - and my mother always loved a party.
0:34:30 > 0:34:34- There was always - a warm welcome for everyone here.
0:34:34 > 0:34:38- Father loved to sing and - his favourite song was Cock Robin.
0:34:39 > 0:34:41- I left the room whenever he sang it.
0:34:42 > 0:34:46- We had Christmas parties - in the lounge.
0:34:46 > 0:34:48- We still have that dumper somewhere.
0:34:50 > 0:34:54- How does Iestyn - feel about selling Pengarreg Fawr?
0:34:55 > 0:34:58- This house is different - because of my close ties to it.
0:34:59 > 0:35:01- I grew up here.
0:35:01 > 0:35:06- Having a strong connection - with a house makes it difficult...
0:35:07 > 0:35:12- ..but it helps to sell it because - I can share stories with viewers.
0:35:12 > 0:35:16- It's a great place to raise children - and I'd love to sell it to a family.
0:35:17 > 0:35:20- They would enjoy this house - as much as we did.
0:35:21 > 0:35:25- There's no time for more reminiscing - because Iestyn has a job to do.
0:35:26 > 0:35:31- Can he find a buyer who'll - fall in love with Pengarreg Fawr?
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0:35:46 > 0:35:51- You can't predict which properties - will sell and which won't...
0:35:51 > 0:35:55- ..but, in the Swansea Valley, - Carys is feeling positive.
0:35:56 > 0:36:01- The three-bed cottage in Alltwen - is on the market at 189,000...
0:36:01 > 0:36:04- ..and Carys has already - lined up a viewer.
0:36:04 > 0:36:07- A first-time buyer, - so there's no chain.
0:36:08 > 0:36:12- As is the case with every viewing, - we hope for good news...
0:36:12 > 0:36:17- ..but the selling process is long, - compared to letting.
0:36:18 > 0:36:23- How easy do estate agents find it - to predict what will sell?
0:36:24 > 0:36:27- You get the feeling in your belly.
0:36:27 > 0:36:32- You get back to the office, feeling - convinced it will sell that week...
0:36:32 > 0:36:36- ..and it's the one that's - still on your books a year later.
0:36:36 > 0:36:38- Every house has a selling price.
0:36:39 > 0:36:42- If you market it at the right price, - it'll sell.
0:36:42 > 0:36:46- We don't use powers of persuasion - in this game.
0:36:46 > 0:36:49- People either like a house - or they don't.
0:36:49 > 0:36:52- We tell you about its good points - and bad points...
0:36:53 > 0:36:55- ..and leave the decision to you.
0:36:58 > 0:37:00- Traditional, three-bed cottage.
0:37:00 > 0:37:03- Lovely, big kitchen diner. - Open plan.
0:37:03 > 0:37:06- Two reception rooms - with a working gas fire here.
0:37:07 > 0:37:09- Carys is so keen to sell it...
0:37:10 > 0:37:14- ..her potential buyer - can't get a word in edgeways.
0:37:14 > 0:37:16- Slow down, Carys! Breathe!
0:37:16 > 0:37:20- It's tidier than my - children's wardrobe, I can tell you.
0:37:20 > 0:37:22- Nice and bright. Half tiled.
0:37:23 > 0:37:25- The current owner is not in a chain.
0:37:25 > 0:37:28- That's good news, - if you're a first-time buyer.
0:37:28 > 0:37:30- First-time buyer. Yes.
0:37:30 > 0:37:34- If you need a second viewing, come - back and we'll take it from there.
0:37:35 > 0:37:36- Thank you very much.
0:37:36 > 0:37:42- With the first viewing done, - is Carys confident of a sale?
0:37:42 > 0:37:44- It's hard to tell.
0:37:45 > 0:37:47- I sometimes feel I talk non-stop.
0:37:48 > 0:37:51- If someone's a character - with plenty to say...
0:37:51 > 0:37:55- ..the conversation flows.
0:37:55 > 0:37:58- He was a nice man.
0:37:59 > 0:38:02- It's a lot to take in, - but I think he liked the house.
0:38:02 > 0:38:04- What's not to like?
0:38:05 > 0:38:06- It's a lovely house.
0:38:06 > 0:38:10- It's traditional - and full of character.
0:38:15 > 0:38:16- Hello!
0:38:16 > 0:38:17- How did the viewing go?
0:38:18 > 0:38:22- Alright, I think. He liked it, - but he didn't give much away.
0:38:22 > 0:38:24- Did he like the layout - and the kitchen?
0:38:25 > 0:38:28- Yes, and he liked the features. - It's a nice property.
0:38:28 > 0:38:30- He was rather photogenic.
0:38:30 > 0:38:31- He was rather photogenic.- - Why didn't I go?
0:38:31 > 0:38:33- Happily married!
0:38:34 > 0:38:38- Carys is keen - to expand the company's portfolio.
0:38:38 > 0:38:41- Selling the Alltwen cottage - would help.
0:38:41 > 0:38:46- It also helps her staff that their - potential buyer is so handsome.
0:38:48 > 0:38:50- Will Mr Photogenic return?
0:38:52 > 0:38:57- In Mid Wales, an unusual listing - has attracted some media coverage.
0:38:57 > 0:39:01- Half the village of Aberllefenni - near Corris...
0:39:01 > 0:39:04- ..is on the market for 1.5 million.
0:39:07 > 0:39:11- Aberllefenni was a community - built around a slate mine...
0:39:11 > 0:39:17- ..with quarrymen and their families - living in the terraced houses below.
0:39:17 > 0:39:21- The owner sold the quarry and - also put these houses up for sale.
0:39:21 > 0:39:25- They'll cost you the same - as one flat in central London.
0:39:25 > 0:39:28- Selling can have a huge impact - on the community.
0:39:29 > 0:39:34- Dafydd Hardy is here to meet - the owner of the street, John Lloyd.
0:39:35 > 0:39:37- I like the stonework.
0:39:37 > 0:39:41- There are nine houses in all. - Some are bigger than others.
0:39:41 > 0:39:43- Are there tenants in each house?
0:39:43 > 0:39:44- Are there tenants in each house?- - Yes.
0:39:45 > 0:39:47- Are they families with children?
0:39:47 > 0:39:49- Are they families with children?- - Yes, some of them have children.
0:39:50 > 0:39:54- One child in the small ones and - three or four in the big ones.
0:39:54 > 0:39:57- Let's hope we find a buyer - who purchases the whole lot.
0:39:58 > 0:40:02- Yes, and someone who - keeps the tenants on, hopefully.
0:40:03 > 0:40:07- John wants to sell the whole street - to a single buyer...
0:40:08 > 0:40:12- ..who allows the present tenants - to remain in their homes.
0:40:12 > 0:40:16- Dafydd needs a clever plan - for this challenge.
0:40:16 > 0:40:20- The challenge in Aberllefenni...
0:40:21 > 0:40:24- ..is to sell 16 houses - as a single unit.
0:40:25 > 0:40:28- We've received - extensive press coverage...
0:40:29 > 0:40:34- ..because we pushed this angle - of selling half a village.
0:40:34 > 0:40:39- We've been in the local press - - Cambrian News, Daily Post and so on.
0:40:40 > 0:40:44- We've also featured in a Mail Online - article and on the Mirror website.
0:40:45 > 0:40:49- We've received enquiries - from abroad and from London...
0:40:49 > 0:40:55- ..from companies who are - looking to invest in this area.
0:40:56 > 0:40:58- In his quest to sell the street...
0:40:58 > 0:41:02- ..Dafydd seeks out - its unique selling points.
0:41:02 > 0:41:06- These were built for quarrymen.
0:41:06 > 0:41:08- Yes, that was the original purpose.
0:41:09 > 0:41:11- There were no toilets then.
0:41:11 > 0:41:13- Did they go to the back garden?
0:41:17 > 0:41:21- Jane, welcome back to Pengarreg - for your second viewing.
0:41:21 > 0:41:24- A stone's throw from Aberllefenni...
0:41:24 > 0:41:28- ..Iestyn tries to show Jane, - his old school friend...
0:41:28 > 0:41:30- ..that Pengarreg Fawr - is worth buying.
0:41:31 > 0:41:33- That's an old bread oven.
0:41:33 > 0:41:36- You lit a fire at the bottom and - the heat was drawn up the flue...
0:41:37 > 0:41:40- ..around this cast iron oven.
0:41:42 > 0:41:46- I like old houses but my husband - prefers modern properties.
0:41:46 > 0:41:51- He likes everything to be in place - but I like the character here.
0:41:52 > 0:41:56- If Jane likes character, - Iestyn has just the thing for her.
0:41:57 > 0:42:00- Let me show you - the back of the door in here.
0:42:01 > 0:42:03- That's not woodworm.
0:42:04 > 0:42:06- I had a dartboard up there.
0:42:07 > 0:42:09- I wasn't very good at darts!
0:42:10 > 0:42:11- I hadn't noticed it.
0:42:12 > 0:42:14- Don't forget that bathroom!
0:42:17 > 0:42:20- I haven't seen a suite this colour - for years.
0:42:22 > 0:42:26- Luckily, the house has - plenty of features which Jane likes.
0:42:27 > 0:42:28- I love these windows.
0:42:29 > 0:42:33- The Georgian style has come through - in these new windows.
0:42:34 > 0:42:37- It's really big - and it has three windows.
0:42:38 > 0:42:39- It's nice and light.
0:42:40 > 0:42:41- Where's the kitchen garden?
0:42:41 > 0:42:42- Where's the kitchen garden?- - At the front.
0:42:43 > 0:42:46- It will take a bit of work - to get it up and running again.
0:42:47 > 0:42:51- I wouldn't mind a challenge. - Call it a midlife crisis!
0:42:53 > 0:42:57- Priced at just under 400,000 - and in need of some work...
0:42:57 > 0:43:00- ..Pengarreg Fawr - offers plenty of challenges.
0:43:00 > 0:43:02- That's your kitchen garden.
0:43:03 > 0:43:05- There's plenty of space here.
0:43:05 > 0:43:07- Yes, plus you get a greenhouse.
0:43:08 > 0:43:10- If you look at the house...
0:43:10 > 0:43:15- ..do the sheds have anything - to do with your midlife crisis?
0:43:15 > 0:43:19- Yes. The old outbuildings - attracted my attention.
0:43:20 > 0:43:24- She'd had her second viewing, - so what's the next step for Jane?
0:43:24 > 0:43:26- I'll talk to my husband...
0:43:27 > 0:43:32- ..and think about the costs - of converting the outbuildings.
0:43:33 > 0:43:36- I like the place - but, at the end of the day...
0:43:37 > 0:43:43- ..the maintenance costs - have to be affordable for us.
0:43:43 > 0:43:45- Thank you, Iestyn.
0:43:45 > 0:43:47- Thank you, Iestyn.- - OK. Take care.
0:43:47 > 0:43:48- Ta-ta, Jane.
0:43:49 > 0:43:54- In Aberllefenni, Dafydd has gone to - meet one of the oldest residents...
0:43:54 > 0:43:57- ..to find out more - about local history.
0:43:57 > 0:43:59- Eiriona's home is also for sale.
0:44:00 > 0:44:02- Hello. You must be Eiriona.
0:44:02 > 0:44:07- I'm Dafydd, the estate agent - who's trying to sell this place.
0:44:07 > 0:44:08- Come in.
0:44:08 > 0:44:10- Come in.- - Thank you very much.
0:44:11 > 0:44:14- Eiriona has lived here - most of her life...
0:44:15 > 0:44:17- ..and has fond memories of the area.
0:44:17 > 0:44:21- How long have you lived here?
0:44:21 > 0:44:24- It will be 50 years in October.
0:44:24 > 0:44:26- You've been here for 50 years.
0:44:28 > 0:44:33- This is an ancient house. - It's over 500 years old.
0:44:34 > 0:44:39- This was the first house - to be built in Corris Uchaf.
0:44:39 > 0:44:45- The village was then built - when the slate mines opened.
0:44:46 > 0:44:49- They came from Tywyn - and the surrounding area...
0:44:50 > 0:44:52- ..to work - at Aberllefenni Slate Quarry.
0:44:54 > 0:44:59- In an ideal world, who would Eiriona - like to see as her new landlord?
0:45:00 > 0:45:05- No matter who buys it, I'll be happy - as long as I can stay here.
0:45:05 > 0:45:06- That's the main thing.
0:45:11 > 0:45:16- We've received many enquiries - but nobody has booked a viewing.
0:45:16 > 0:45:18- This is a cosy house.
0:45:19 > 0:45:20- Yes, very much so.
0:45:22 > 0:45:24- Thank you very much.
0:45:24 > 0:45:28- We'll keep in touch and we'll - let you know when something happens.
0:45:28 > 0:45:30- Enjoy your weekend. Ta-ta!
0:45:30 > 0:45:31- Enjoy your weekend. Ta-ta!- - Bye. Thank you.
0:45:34 > 0:45:37- Dafydd is under pressure - to sell the street as one lot.
0:45:38 > 0:45:39- Will he succeed?
0:45:39 > 0:45:43- Can he ensure - the community remains intact?
0:45:46 > 0:45:50- Back in the office, - Carys makes an important call...
0:45:50 > 0:45:53- ..to the Alltwen cottage vendor.
0:45:54 > 0:45:59- Selling is still new to her company, - so every sale is important to Carys.
0:46:00 > 0:46:03- Carys here, Perfect Pads. - How are you?
0:46:04 > 0:46:08- We've received an offer, - which I emailed to the vendor.
0:46:09 > 0:46:12- It's a little bit - below the asking price.
0:46:13 > 0:46:18- Fingers crossed he's had time to - think about it and that he accepts.
0:46:18 > 0:46:20- Who knows?
0:46:21 > 0:46:22- Did you get my email?
0:46:24 > 0:46:25- Great. Any thoughts?
0:46:27 > 0:46:31- You will? Fantastic. Excellent news.
0:46:31 > 0:46:37- It's good news for Carys - and for all the staff in the office.
0:46:37 > 0:46:39- Thank you. Speak to you soon.
0:46:39 > 0:46:41- Thank you. Ta-ta.
0:46:42 > 0:46:45- He's accepted the offer on Alltwen.
0:46:45 > 0:46:47- He's accepted the offer on Alltwen.- - Oh, that's brilliant news.
0:46:47 > 0:46:49- It wasn't on long, was it?
0:46:49 > 0:46:50- It wasn't on long, was it?- - No. It's great.
0:46:54 > 0:46:57- In Aberystwyth, - the news isn't so good for Iestyn.
0:46:58 > 0:47:02- Jane and her husband are undecided - about buying Pengarreg Fawr.
0:47:02 > 0:47:06- It's a bit too soon for them - to make a decision about it.
0:47:06 > 0:47:11- They've got a lot to discuss, - especially regarding their finances.
0:47:11 > 0:47:16- They'll look at how they'd afford - to buy it and do the work.
0:47:16 > 0:47:20- They want to convert - the outbuildings into holiday lets.
0:47:20 > 0:47:25- They currently live in a great house - which would be difficult to leave.
0:47:26 > 0:47:32- I'll give them more time. They're - considering some other properties.
0:47:32 > 0:47:36- They may come back to me when they - realize what Pengarreg offers them.
0:47:38 > 0:47:43- While Carys strides forward in - her quest to expand her business...
0:47:44 > 0:47:47- ..Iestyn keeps working - to sell Pengarreg Fawr...
0:47:47 > 0:47:51- ..and Dafydd strives - to sell a street in Aberllefenni.
0:47:51 > 0:47:54- Can they close a deal - in the coming weeks?
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