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0:00:01 > 0:00:06- I'm Osian Roberts. I'm the Assistant - Manager of the Wales football team.
0:00:07 > 0:00:10- Last year, we 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 > 0:00:53- ..I'll meet Rhys Lewis - who's an expert clay pigeon shooter.
0:00:53 > 0:00:58- We start with my recent trip - to the home of Team GB's cyclists...
0:00:58 > 0:01:01- ..the National Cycling Centre - in Manchester...
0:01:02 > 0:01:04- ..where I went to meet Manon Lloyd.
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0:01:18 > 0:01:20- I'm Manon Lloyd from Carmarthen.
0:01:20 > 0:01:24- I'm 20 years old and cycle - professionally for Team GB.
0:01:25 > 0:01:27- In my teens, - I liked to compete in triathlons.
0:01:28 > 0:01:31- For the last five years, - I've concentrated on cycling.
0:01:33 > 0:01:37- I enjoy every aspect of cycling, - from training to racing.
0:01:39 > 0:01:43- I'm hoping to compete at - the Commonwealth Games next year.
0:01:48 > 0:01:50- Cycling has become very popular...
0:01:50 > 0:01:54- ..following the successes - of Team GB in recent Olympic Games.
0:01:54 > 0:01:56- It's particularly true in Wales...
0:01:56 > 0:02:01- ..since athletes Becky James and - Owain Doull picked up medals in Rio.
0:02:02 > 0:02:04- That's the goal for athletes - like Manon.
0:02:04 > 0:02:07- I love seeing how people train...
0:02:07 > 0:02:11- ..for different sports - to maximise their potential.
0:02:11 > 0:02:17- Today, I'm looking forward to seeing - the kind of training Manon does...
0:02:17 > 0:02:20- ..to be the best she can be - on race day.
0:02:27 > 0:02:28- Hello, Manon.
0:02:28 > 0:02:29- Hello, Manon.- - Hello.
0:02:29 > 0:02:32- This place is amazing. - Thanks for the welcome.
0:02:32 > 0:02:37- It's world famous. I can see all - the children enjoying themselves.
0:02:37 > 0:02:42- They're all dreaming of being the - next Manon Lloyd. How did you start?
0:02:42 > 0:02:46- When I was 15, - I was cycling and running a lot.
0:02:46 > 0:02:50- I wanted to try a triathlon so I - joined the local club, Towy Riders.
0:02:50 > 0:02:54- I went every week to ride a bike - with other children...
0:02:54 > 0:02:56- ..just like they're doing here.
0:02:56 > 0:02:58- It went from there.
0:02:58 > 0:03:02- When did it change from racing - or cycling for fun...
0:03:02 > 0:03:05- ..to becoming - a full-time professional?
0:03:06 > 0:03:08- I was about 17 years old.
0:03:08 > 0:03:12- I'd been picked up - by the British Cycling Team.
0:03:12 > 0:03:14- I'd studied for one year - of my A levels...
0:03:15 > 0:03:20- ..and then I'd finished - and moved away from home.
0:03:20 > 0:03:22- You were living the dream.
0:03:22 > 0:03:23- You were living the dream.- - Yes.
0:03:23 > 0:03:27- Who are your influences? - What inspires you?
0:03:27 > 0:03:32- Training and seeing an improvement - on a daily and weekly basis.
0:03:32 > 0:03:33- Winning races feels good.
0:03:34 > 0:03:40- You live with world champions. - How competitive is the squad?
0:03:40 > 0:03:43- It's great to have the quality - that we have in the UK.
0:03:43 > 0:03:46- Training and living with them - is good.
0:03:47 > 0:03:50- We do everything we can do - to be good. We push each other.
0:03:50 > 0:03:54- There are times when you don't want - to train because of the weather.
0:03:55 > 0:04:00- Having someone in the house going - out with you forces you to do it.
0:04:00 > 0:04:05- It makes it much easier, having four - or five of us girls to go along.
0:04:05 > 0:04:08- Having girls training together - is nice.
0:04:08 > 0:04:12- You have to work and train hard. - What's your daily schedule?
0:04:12 > 0:04:16- It is hard, - we train twice a day all week.
0:04:17 > 0:04:20- Here, we'll be on the track, - on the road, in the gym.
0:04:20 > 0:04:23- We have to eat healthily too. - It's very hard.
0:04:23 > 0:04:26- You start every morning - on the turbo, do you?
0:04:27 > 0:04:30- Most days, yes, - we do 30 minutes on that.
0:04:30 > 0:04:34- We'll have breakfast and head out - on the road or hit the track.
0:04:34 > 0:04:39- There are many disciplines in - the sport. Which is your favourite?
0:04:39 > 0:04:40- I'd say the track.
0:04:41 > 0:04:43- I like the road - but I'm better on the track.
0:04:43 > 0:04:47- What is it about the track - that gets the adrenalin going?
0:04:47 > 0:04:49- It's so fast and so exciting.
0:04:50 > 0:04:54- Anything can happen and it's - tactical too. I enjoy the track.
0:04:54 > 0:04:58- You live cycling. - You live and train with cyclists.
0:04:58 > 0:04:59- What's that like?
0:05:00 > 0:05:03- I really like training - with the best in the world...
0:05:03 > 0:05:07- ..people like Laura Trott and Katie - Archibald, both Olympic champions.
0:05:07 > 0:05:11- You see what people do to be - the best and you copy them.
0:05:11 > 0:05:14- You have to make a lot of sacrifices - to be the best.
0:05:14 > 0:05:18- Yes, I left home and lived away - from my family at 17 years old.
0:05:18 > 0:05:20- I left my friends and my school.
0:05:21 > 0:05:25- Would you show us some - of the facilities available here?
0:05:25 > 0:05:27- Yes, of course.
0:05:37 > 0:05:38- This is the gym.
0:05:38 > 0:05:41- This is where all - the hard yards are earned.
0:05:41 > 0:05:43- How often are you here?
0:05:43 > 0:05:45- How often are you here?- - Maybe twice a week.
0:05:45 > 0:05:48- It depends what kind of training - we're doing.
0:05:48 > 0:05:50- What kind of work do you do here?
0:05:51 > 0:05:55- I work the entire body. - The legs, core and arms.
0:05:55 > 0:05:58- We do a bit of everything.
0:05:58 > 0:06:01- We'll go on the bike then - but we do a lot of legs.
0:06:02 > 0:06:05- It's nice to come to the gym. It's - different to sitting on the bike.
0:06:06 > 0:06:10- I'm sure plenty of you have spent - time here especially after injuries.
0:06:10 > 0:06:12- You get serious injuries.
0:06:13 > 0:06:16- How fast do you travel - around the track?
0:06:16 > 0:06:18- 50-60kph.
0:06:18 > 0:06:21- What's the worst you've had?
0:06:21 > 0:06:23- I've broken my pelvis, twice.
0:06:23 > 0:06:26- I broke it last year - and the year before.
0:06:26 > 0:06:28- It was right in the racing season.
0:06:29 > 0:06:31- I missed - quite a few important races.
0:06:32 > 0:06:37- Does being injured encourage you - to push harder?
0:06:37 > 0:06:42- After the accident, I came back and - I was much better than I was before.
0:06:42 > 0:06:44- I was determined - to come back better.
0:06:44 > 0:06:47- You've fallen off your bike...
0:06:47 > 0:06:50- ..got back on it - with Katie Archibald and won.
0:06:50 > 0:06:51- Yes.
0:06:52 > 0:06:53- What happened there?
0:06:53 > 0:06:54- What happened there?- - I don't know.
0:06:54 > 0:06:56- We crashed 12 laps in.
0:06:56 > 0:06:59- You don't expect it - and it all happens so fast.
0:07:00 > 0:07:02- We were both on the floor.
0:07:02 > 0:07:06- We missed a few laps - and then jumped back in.
0:07:06 > 0:07:11- I'm not sure we knew what we were - doing. We were just peddling fast.
0:07:11 > 0:07:14- We ended up winning, which was good - as it was in Glasgow.
0:07:15 > 0:07:18- It was the World Cup. - We had the crowd behind us.
0:07:18 > 0:07:20- Did you have your family there too?
0:07:20 > 0:07:22- Did you have your family there too?- - Yes, they were.
0:07:22 > 0:07:25- My little brother - was upset that I'd crashed.
0:07:25 > 0:07:26- I'm glad I won.
0:07:32 > 0:07:35- Do you come - from a cycling background?
0:07:35 > 0:07:37- No, my family are farmers.
0:07:37 > 0:07:39- What do they farm?
0:07:39 > 0:07:40- What do they farm?- - They keep sheep.
0:07:40 > 0:07:41- Do you miss it?
0:07:41 > 0:07:45- Yes, I do miss it - when I'm here in Manchester.
0:07:46 > 0:07:48- I'm sure they miss you too.
0:07:53 > 0:07:54- These are the bikes.
0:07:54 > 0:07:56- These are the bikes.- - The all-important storeroom!
0:07:57 > 0:07:59- How many bikes do you have here?
0:07:59 > 0:08:01- I have two bikes here.
0:08:01 > 0:08:05- One with these bars for bunch races.
0:08:06 > 0:08:10- I have another one with these bars - for the team and individual pursuit.
0:08:10 > 0:08:12- How many do you have all together?
0:08:13 > 0:08:15- I've got five bikes in total.
0:08:15 > 0:08:18- I have three road bikes - and two track bikes.
0:08:24 > 0:08:27- This is where the bikes get fixed.
0:08:27 > 0:08:29- This is where the bikes get fixed.- - Yes, these are the mechanics.
0:08:29 > 0:08:34- I'm sure the slightest change can - make a world of difference for you.
0:08:34 > 0:08:37- Our bikes have to be working 100%.
0:08:37 > 0:08:40- It can be dangerous - if something's broken.
0:08:40 > 0:08:44- Have you ever noticed - any slight changes you've made...
0:08:44 > 0:08:47- ..before a race - that's made a huge difference?
0:08:49 > 0:08:51- Yes, having the right wheels.
0:08:51 > 0:08:54- The disk wheels - where the spokes are covered.
0:08:55 > 0:08:57- Those are very fast on the track.
0:08:57 > 0:08:59- How much time do they save?
0:08:59 > 0:09:01- How much time do they save?- - Ten seconds, maybe more on track.
0:09:01 > 0:09:03- As much as that?
0:09:03 > 0:09:07- That could be the difference between - winning a race and coming last.
0:09:08 > 0:09:11- You must have a good relationship - with the lads here.
0:09:12 > 0:09:14- Yes. They're very good to us.
0:09:14 > 0:09:17- They do what we want to the bikes.
0:09:17 > 0:09:20- Do they travel with you, - between races?
0:09:20 > 0:09:22- Yes, they come - to every road and track race.
0:09:23 > 0:09:25- They follow us in the car - on the road races.
0:09:25 > 0:09:27- If there's a problem in a race...
0:09:27 > 0:09:30- ..we stick our hands up - and head back to the car.
0:09:30 > 0:09:32- They can fix it through a window.
0:09:36 > 0:09:40- The velodrome is where - all the excitement happens.
0:09:40 > 0:09:43- That area's of key importance - in terms of preparation.
0:09:43 > 0:09:48- Yes, it's where we warm up and talk - about training and analysis.
0:09:48 > 0:09:51- When you're on the start line - before the gun goes...
0:09:52 > 0:09:53- ..what goes through your mind?
0:09:54 > 0:09:57- You go in to every race with - something different in your mind.
0:09:58 > 0:10:01- Some races there'll be tactics - and you'll follow someone.
0:10:01 > 0:10:05- In other races, I'll just go - off the front on my own.
0:10:05 > 0:10:09- You've raced here - when the velodrome is packed.
0:10:09 > 0:10:13- What does it feel like? - What's the atmosphere like?
0:10:13 > 0:10:17- It's amazing to have the whole crowd - behind you when it's full.
0:10:17 > 0:10:20- When you win, it's so incredible.
0:10:35 > 0:10:37- Manon, you've brought us here...
0:10:37 > 0:10:39- ..to see Cyclefit, - one of your sponsors.
0:10:39 > 0:10:40- Why?
0:10:41 > 0:10:43- I come to Cyclefit - to have my bike fitted.
0:10:43 > 0:10:47- I come here - to have my body measured.
0:10:47 > 0:10:49- I spend a lot of time - on the bike...
0:10:49 > 0:10:52- ..it has to be comfortable - and right for my body.
0:10:52 > 0:10:56- How does the process of creating - a bike unique to you work?
0:10:56 > 0:10:59- It's all done on computers.
0:10:59 > 0:11:01- They measure everything.
0:11:02 > 0:11:05- They then set me up - on a bike to test it out.
0:11:05 > 0:11:08- If I like it - and I'm comfortable with it...
0:11:08 > 0:11:10- ..they'll change it on this bike.
0:11:10 > 0:11:13- Such minor changes - can make a major difference.
0:11:13 > 0:11:16- The difference between winning - and losing.
0:11:16 > 0:11:20- How important is sponsorship - these days as a professional?
0:11:20 > 0:11:23- It helps a lot - and makes my job much easier.
0:11:23 > 0:11:25- What's your highlight so far?
0:11:26 > 0:11:29- I won the European Championships - in the team pursuit...
0:11:29 > 0:11:31- ..after breaking my pelvis.
0:11:31 > 0:11:33- I was back on the bike - after a month and a half.
0:11:34 > 0:11:36- And then I was - on the start line racing.
0:11:37 > 0:11:40- Breaking your pelvis is a low point.
0:11:40 > 0:11:46- I'm sure crossing that finish line - was a sweet feeling.
0:11:46 > 0:11:48- Yes, it was awesome.
0:11:48 > 0:11:50- What about the future?
0:11:50 > 0:11:55- Next year, I'd like to compete at - the Commonwealth Games in Australia.
0:11:55 > 0:11:57- I'd also like to compete in Tokyo.
0:11:58 > 0:12:00- Yes, Tokyo is three years away.
0:12:01 > 0:12:02- That's the greatest goal.
0:12:02 > 0:12:03- That's the greatest goal.- - In which discipline?
0:12:04 > 0:12:07- I'm hoping the team pursuit. - That's the discipline I most enjoy.
0:12:08 > 0:12:13- Are you preparing - for the next race next week...
0:12:13 > 0:12:16- ..or for the Commonwealth Games...
0:12:16 > 0:12:19- ..or are you preparing for Tokyo?
0:12:20 > 0:12:23- Well, everything I'm doing now - is with Tokyo in mind.
0:12:23 > 0:12:25- It's not about a month from now.
0:12:26 > 0:12:27- Good luck.
0:12:27 > 0:12:31- It's been a huge pleasure - to spend the day with you.
0:12:32 > 0:12:35- Good luck - with the rest of your career.
0:12:41 > 0:12:45- Manon clearly works very hard - and is deserving of her success.
0:12:45 > 0:12:50- After the break, I meet - clay pigeon shooter Rhys Lewis.
0:12:50 > 0:12:51- See you soon.
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0:13:06 > 0:13:07- My name is Rhys Lewis.
0:13:07 > 0:13:11- I'm 27 and I live in Machynlleth - in the Dyfi valley.
0:13:14 > 0:13:17- In April 2014, - I had a serious accident.
0:13:18 > 0:13:20- It put me in a wheelchair.
0:13:22 > 0:13:25- Since then, - I started clay pigeon shooting.
0:13:25 > 0:13:28- I travel all over the country - to compete.
0:13:31 > 0:13:33- Rhys's story is remarkable.
0:13:33 > 0:13:36- He's had to accept - that he'll never walk again.
0:13:36 > 0:13:39- Since then, he's taken up a sport...
0:13:39 > 0:13:42- ..and worked exceptionally hard - to make the most of it.
0:13:43 > 0:13:46- It shows that he's got great spirit - and dedication.
0:13:46 > 0:13:50- Hi, Rhys. - This is a wonderful place to live.
0:13:51 > 0:13:55- How did this interest in shooting - clay pigeons start, Rhys?
0:13:56 > 0:13:58- I've been interested in it - for years.
0:13:58 > 0:14:01- My grandfather - used to shoot for Wales.
0:14:01 > 0:14:03- I've been hearing about that - for years.
0:14:04 > 0:14:08- It was something - that I'd always wanted to do.
0:14:09 > 0:14:11- I try to go once or twice, - usually twice a week.
0:14:12 > 0:14:15- I compete on the weekend - or every other weekend.
0:14:15 > 0:14:18- How much of your time - does training take?
0:14:19 > 0:14:21- I try to do a slot - of around two hours.
0:14:22 > 0:14:25- I do 25 at a time.
0:14:25 > 0:14:30- I mix it up then, - so it's more like a competition.
0:14:30 > 0:14:36- Around how many clay pigeons - will you shoot in two hours?
0:14:36 > 0:14:39- I try to do around 100 every time, - if I can.
0:14:39 > 0:14:42- It depends where or not - I'm shooting at the weekend.
0:14:43 > 0:14:47- Recently, I haven't been able - to shoot at the weekend.
0:14:47 > 0:14:48- I only do fifty.
0:14:49 > 0:14:54- Do you have someone there helping - you or do you train yourself?
0:14:55 > 0:14:58- I train myself most of the time.
0:14:58 > 0:15:02- I've had a few tips from a couple - of the lads down there.
0:15:02 > 0:15:04- Your talent is quite natural.
0:15:05 > 0:15:07- You've worked hard - to develop that talent.
0:15:10 > 0:15:14- Yes, if I take two or three weeks - off training...
0:15:14 > 0:15:17- ..I really notice it when I go back.
0:15:17 > 0:15:21- Does the eye slow down - when you take time off?
0:15:21 > 0:15:25- It's the reaction time - for everything, really.
0:15:28 > 0:15:31- Is there a specific season - for those competitions?
0:15:32 > 0:15:34- They say the season lasts...
0:15:34 > 0:15:37- ..from the middle of April - until October.
0:15:37 > 0:15:40- I've been shooting - every other weekend all winter.
0:15:40 > 0:15:43- There isn't really an off season.
0:15:43 > 0:15:47- Is there a dream or ambition - you're aiming for?
0:15:49 > 0:15:52- In the short term, the qualifiers - for the Wales team...
0:15:52 > 0:15:55- ..start on the second weekend - of May.
0:15:55 > 0:15:58- I'm hoping to qualify - for the team...
0:15:58 > 0:16:00- ..to make the home international - in Scotland.
0:16:01 > 0:16:05- In the long term, I'm hoping - that the Olympic trap shoot...
0:16:05 > 0:16:08- ..will come to the Paralympics - in 2024.
0:16:08 > 0:16:12- I'll then change disciplines and - hopefully make the Paralympic team.
0:16:13 > 0:16:17- Can you explain - the different disciplines?
0:16:17 > 0:16:19- At the moment, - I'm shooting down the line.
0:16:20 > 0:16:23- There's one trap and speed, - they shoot out to around 45m.
0:16:23 > 0:16:26- They come out at a 25 degree angle.
0:16:27 > 0:16:32- Olympic Trap throws out between 75 - and 80 metres at a 45 degree angle.
0:16:32 > 0:16:36- The clay pigeons can come from one - of 15 traps. It's a big difference.
0:16:38 > 0:16:42- The timings are totally different. - It's a faster discipline.
0:16:43 > 0:16:45- Do you enjoy the competing?
0:16:45 > 0:16:46- Do you enjoy the competing?- - I really do.
0:16:46 > 0:16:48- Does the adrenalin flow?
0:16:48 > 0:16:49- Does the adrenalin flow?- - It does.
0:16:49 > 0:16:52- Are you nervous - when the competition starts?
0:16:53 > 0:16:55- When the first - clay pigeon fires out.
0:16:56 > 0:16:59- I'm nervous - until I've done the first five.
0:16:59 > 0:17:03- Once I've done the first five, - I've settled in.
0:17:03 > 0:17:07- Do you know after the first five - how it's going to go?
0:17:07 > 0:17:11- Whether you're at your best or not. - Do you get any feelings like that?
0:17:11 > 0:17:13- It depends.
0:17:13 > 0:17:16- If I've shot the first five - in the middle...
0:17:16 > 0:17:21- ..and there's nothing left of them, - I know it's going to be good.
0:17:21 > 0:17:25- If a few just break in half, - it's different.
0:17:26 > 0:17:27- It could be a long day.
0:17:28 > 0:17:31- You've shot 100 out of 100 - consecutively.
0:17:31 > 0:17:32- That sounds incredible.
0:17:33 > 0:17:34- I shot 100 out of 100.
0:17:34 > 0:17:35- I shot 100 out of 100.- - Is that a perfect score?
0:17:36 > 0:17:38- Not quite, not quite.
0:17:39 > 0:17:44- In the discipline I shoot, a first - barrel kill gives you three points.
0:17:44 > 0:17:46- A second barrel kill is two points.
0:17:48 > 0:17:53- Perfection is 100 clay pigeons - and 300 points.
0:17:54 > 0:17:58- I did 100 clay pigeons - with 296 points.
0:17:58 > 0:18:00- I had four second barrels.
0:18:00 > 0:18:01- Is it frustrating?
0:18:01 > 0:18:02- Is it frustrating?- - Yes, it is.
0:18:06 > 0:18:11- Rhys trains at Mid Wales - Shooting Centre near Llanidloes.
0:18:16 > 0:18:20- Rhys, I'm sure I've counted - over 120 guns at this shop.
0:18:20 > 0:18:21- It's amazing.
0:18:22 > 0:18:24- It's like a sweetshop - for people like me!
0:18:26 > 0:18:28- Most of these are second-hand.
0:18:29 > 0:18:33- Two guns in - is the gun I used to shoot the 100.
0:18:33 > 0:18:35- They don't depreciate.
0:18:35 > 0:18:37- No.
0:18:38 > 0:18:40- What are the differences - in these guns?
0:18:41 > 0:18:43- The quality of the wood - is a factor.
0:18:43 > 0:18:47- Being handmade or factory made - is another consideration.
0:18:47 > 0:18:49- The engraving is also important.
0:18:49 > 0:18:53- Are there ones - which are better for your style?
0:18:54 > 0:18:56- I compare it to buying a car.
0:18:57 > 0:18:59- Everyone has their own taste.
0:18:59 > 0:19:02- A lot of it is personal preference.
0:19:03 > 0:19:06- How much would the cheapest gun here - cost?
0:19:07 > 0:19:08- 300-350.
0:19:08 > 0:19:10- And what about the most expensive?
0:19:10 > 0:19:13- You're talking about 40,000 - for those top two.
0:19:16 > 0:19:18- You can see all that engraving - and detail.
0:19:19 > 0:19:21- Those two are identical.
0:19:23 > 0:19:26- Can you buy them individually - or do they come as a pair?
0:19:27 > 0:19:30- It wouldn't be worth - buying one on its own.
0:19:30 > 0:19:36- As a pair, they'd be worth more - in ten or twelve years.
0:19:36 > 0:19:38- I see.
0:19:38 > 0:19:40- How many do you have at present?
0:19:40 > 0:19:42- How many do you have at present?- - I've got five in the cabinet.
0:19:42 > 0:19:46- The first gun I ever got - was around 100.
0:19:47 > 0:19:51- I've got another gun that I use - to shoot pheasants mostly.
0:19:52 > 0:19:56- That was a gift on my 21st birthday.
0:19:56 > 0:19:59- There's some sentimental value - to that.
0:20:00 > 0:20:03- I've got an everyday gun - for use on the farm...
0:20:03 > 0:20:06- ..and then two guns - to shoot clay pigeons.
0:20:11 > 0:20:15- There are plenty of huts here, Rhys. - Are they different?
0:20:15 > 0:20:19- They're all the same. - They're all down the line ranges.
0:20:19 > 0:20:21- That's one specific discipline.
0:20:21 > 0:20:23- That's one specific discipline.- - Yes, it's the main one.
0:20:24 > 0:20:26- What's the green box?
0:20:26 > 0:20:30- The trap that releases all the - clay pigeons is in the green box.
0:20:33 > 0:20:35- In front of us, - there's a microphone.
0:20:35 > 0:20:38- When someone calls "pull" - or makes a noise...
0:20:39 > 0:20:42- ..the trap hears it - and releases a clay pigeon.
0:20:42 > 0:20:44- It's voice activated.
0:20:50 > 0:20:52- Pull.
0:20:55 > 0:20:56- Rhys makes it look easy.
0:20:56 > 0:20:58- I had to have a go.
0:20:58 > 0:21:00- This is my gun.
0:21:00 > 0:21:04- Firstly and most importantly, - I'm left-handed.
0:21:04 > 0:21:05- You're not.
0:21:05 > 0:21:08- Luckily, - I brought a left-hand gun with me!
0:21:09 > 0:21:11- How do I start?
0:21:12 > 0:21:15- This gun is empty, we have it open - and there's nothing in it.
0:21:16 > 0:21:19- We'll go through the stages quickly - without loading it.
0:21:20 > 0:21:22- I'll give you back the gun.
0:21:22 > 0:21:23- Close the gun.
0:21:24 > 0:21:26- Place it into your left shoulder.
0:21:26 > 0:21:27- There?
0:21:28 > 0:21:32- You look down the barrel - and try to line the two dots up.
0:21:33 > 0:21:37- Before the clay comes out, - you look at the post out there.
0:21:37 > 0:21:39- When the clay comes out...
0:21:39 > 0:21:43- ..you follow it and when you're - comfortable, pull the trigger.
0:21:43 > 0:21:45- Pull... bang.
0:21:45 > 0:21:46- Pull... bang.- - Yup.
0:21:46 > 0:21:47- I hit it!
0:21:48 > 0:21:49- We'll see now.
0:21:51 > 0:21:52- There are also ear plugs.
0:21:53 > 0:21:55- It's most important to do that.
0:21:57 > 0:21:59- Give it a go.
0:21:59 > 0:22:00- Do I close it?
0:22:00 > 0:22:01- Yup.
0:22:03 > 0:22:04- So, I shout.
0:22:05 > 0:22:06- Pull.
0:22:08 > 0:22:09- Too early.
0:22:09 > 0:22:10- Too early.- - Miles off.
0:22:11 > 0:22:11- You shot too early.
0:22:11 > 0:22:14- You shot too early.- - Too early with the first.
0:22:14 > 0:22:16- I was too late with the second.
0:22:16 > 0:22:19- Wait until you see it, go past it...
0:22:20 > 0:22:22- ..and then pull the trigger.
0:22:23 > 0:22:24- Pull.
0:22:26 > 0:22:28- There you are.
0:22:28 > 0:22:29- There you are.- - Get in!
0:22:30 > 0:22:31- It's easy!
0:22:31 > 0:22:34- I need to get 100 in a row.
0:22:39 > 0:22:41- Pull.
0:22:41 > 0:22:41- Shot.
0:22:41 > 0:22:42- Shot.- - Yes!
0:22:43 > 0:22:45- Hey! How did I do?
0:22:45 > 0:22:47- What do you think?
0:22:47 > 0:22:48- What do you think?- - Very good. Very good.
0:22:48 > 0:22:50- Will I make the team?
0:22:51 > 0:22:54- With a bit of practice, maybe.
0:22:54 > 0:22:57- Beginner's luck. If you're honest.
0:22:57 > 0:22:59- Have you enjoyed your day out?
0:23:00 > 0:23:04- I love that. I can see where you get - the buzz and the adrenalin rush.
0:23:07 > 0:23:12- The buzz of watching the clay pigeon - disintegrate is amazing.
0:23:12 > 0:23:13- It's a real buzz, isn't it?
0:23:13 > 0:23:14- It's a real buzz, isn't it?- - Absolutely.
0:23:15 > 0:23:18- You'll have to bring the Wales team - here for a day out.
0:23:18 > 0:23:20- To help with their shooting!
0:23:24 > 0:23:25- Pull.
0:23:28 > 0:23:31- Your enthusiasm - for the sport is clear.
0:23:31 > 0:23:35- What's your advice for young people - with disabilities...
0:23:35 > 0:23:39- ..in terms of starting a sport - and the motivation needed?
0:23:42 > 0:23:46- Well, I think there are plenty of - opportunities for young people...
0:23:46 > 0:23:50- ..and not just disabled people, - but in general.
0:23:52 > 0:23:58- I think the first step is to get in - touch with Disability Sport Wales.
0:23:58 > 0:24:04- On their website, there are officers - in every county in the country.
0:24:05 > 0:24:08- There are plenty of activities - out there for everyone.
0:24:08 > 0:24:13- There's no doubt you have spirit - and are dedicated to your sport.
0:24:13 > 0:24:17- It will be fascinating - to watch your journey.
0:24:17 > 0:24:22- I can only wish you the best - on trying to make the Wales team.
0:24:22 > 0:24:26- And obviously - with the Paralympic Games.
0:24:26 > 0:24:28- Thanks very much for today.
0:24:28 > 0:24:31- Good luck, and Millie too. - Well done, Millie.
0:24:31 > 0:24:35- Good luck with your competitions - in the next few months.
0:24:35 > 0:24:36- Thanks.
0:24:44 > 0:24:46- Rhys is an inspiration to us all.
0:24:46 > 0:24:50- He's battling to be amongst - the best in a extraordinary sport.
0:24:50 > 0:24:52- Well done to both him and Manon.
0:24:53 > 0:24:57- Next time, I meet Chloe James. - She plays netball.
0:24:57 > 0:25:02- I will be in Barnsley - with footballer Gethin Jones.
0:25:02 > 0:25:07- He's currently on loan from Everton - and is the U21 Wales captain.
0:25:07 > 0:25:09- Goodbye.
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0:25:20 > 0:25:23- Around 5,000 properties - are sold in Wales each month.
0:25:24 > 0:25:28- Each sale is important - to an estate agent's business.
0:25:30 > 0:25:34- Iestyn Leyshon - is based in Aberystwyth.
0:25:34 > 0:25:40- This charismatic estate agent - works for Lloyd Herbert & Jones.
0:25:42 > 0:25:46- Estate agents do much more - than sell property these days.
0:25:46 > 0:25:50- Iestyn's company - offers a house clearance service.
0:25:50 > 0:25:53- The items are then sold at auction.
0:25:53 > 0:25:55- Come on then, boys!
0:25:55 > 0:25:58- Let's see this house - we've just put on the market.
0:25:58 > 0:26:02- There's furniture here - to be sold at auction.
0:26:03 > 0:26:06- Iestyn must clear an old house...
0:26:06 > 0:26:09- ..which has been empty - for over 35 years.
0:26:10 > 0:26:15- A man and a woman each had a house - and they loved their own house.
0:26:15 > 0:26:18- One was in Llanbadarn - and the other was in Borth.
0:26:19 > 0:26:23- They decided to buy this because - it was central to both properties.
0:26:24 > 0:26:27- They never moved in, - so it's been empty for years.
0:26:28 > 0:26:29- The timber is rotten.
0:26:31 > 0:26:32- This is a bit of a doer-upper.
0:26:34 > 0:26:38- At first glance, the house - is full of old treasures...
0:26:38 > 0:26:41- ..but Iestyn - doesn't see it like that.
0:26:42 > 0:26:46- We can't sell this furniture, - so it will have to go to the tip.
0:26:47 > 0:26:50- This type of furniture - isn't fashionable today.
0:26:51 > 0:26:53- Fair play to the couple - who owned it...
0:26:54 > 0:26:58- ..they probably bought - this furniture back in the 1970s.
0:26:58 > 0:27:02- It was probably expensive but - it's worth next to nothing today.
0:27:06 > 0:27:09- The clearance work must wait.
0:27:11 > 0:27:14- Iestyn needs to prepare - before the auction at a local hall.
0:27:14 > 0:27:16- All this?
0:27:16 > 0:27:18- All this?- - Yes - the job lot.
0:27:18 > 0:27:19- What is this, a gun?
0:27:19 > 0:27:21- What is this, a gun?- - A violin.
0:27:21 > 0:27:23- A special one?
0:27:23 > 0:27:24- Ignore that sign!
0:27:24 > 0:27:26- Come inside.
0:27:28 > 0:27:30- With the stock expanding...
0:27:30 > 0:27:34- ..Rhydypennau Hall - is starting to look like a museum.
0:27:35 > 0:27:37- These items are ancient...
0:27:38 > 0:27:42- ..but we also have stuff - from the 1970s, 1980s and 1990s...
0:27:42 > 0:27:45- ..up to the present day.
0:27:45 > 0:27:50- It looks like a museum - but everything you see is for sale.
0:27:52 > 0:27:56- Will there be room for buyers - in the jam-packed hall?
0:27:56 > 0:28:00- I don't think there are - any more items to come to the stage.
0:28:00 > 0:28:03- I've got room over there - for a table.
0:28:04 > 0:28:09- I'm surprised there was so much - stuff in a two-bedroom house.
0:28:09 > 0:28:14- We've seen and logged - most of this stuff before today.
0:28:15 > 0:28:17- We have an idea - of the number of lots we'll have.
0:28:18 > 0:28:21- We're not very good guesstimators!
0:28:21 > 0:28:22- No, it'll be fine.
0:28:22 > 0:28:27- We'll squeeze it all in - and we'll be fine by tomorrow.
0:28:27 > 0:28:30- Fingers crossed, Iestyn!
0:28:39 > 0:28:44- Caernarfon's Sophie Williams is on - the Dafydd Hardy sales team there.
0:28:44 > 0:28:47- She's still learning - about the business.
0:28:51 > 0:28:57- Sophie is about to show a three-bed - bungalow to a prospective buyer.
0:28:58 > 0:29:01- What's the secret - of being a good estate agent?
0:29:01 > 0:29:04- It's all about customer service.
0:29:04 > 0:29:08- You don't have to be a brainbox - but you have to be good with people.
0:29:08 > 0:29:11- That's important. - It's always a challenge.
0:29:12 > 0:29:14- You never know - what the outcome will be.
0:29:15 > 0:29:17- Everyone wants something different.
0:29:18 > 0:29:20- You can't tick everyone's boxes.
0:29:21 > 0:29:26- Some people want a perfect house and - other people can adjust to a house.
0:29:27 > 0:29:29- It depends on the person.
0:29:31 > 0:29:34- The bungalow - is on the Gerddi Menai estate...
0:29:35 > 0:29:38- ..and it offers - great views of the Menai Strait.
0:29:39 > 0:29:41- Sophie hopes - the vista helps sell it.
0:29:41 > 0:29:44- Sam is here to view the house.
0:29:44 > 0:29:47- From Caernarfon originally, - Sam is keen to move back home...
0:29:48 > 0:29:52- ..to be closer to her mother after - recently becoming a mother herself.
0:29:53 > 0:29:56- The bungalow - is for sale at 249,000.
0:29:57 > 0:30:01- The owner has moved out, - so the property is unfurnished.
0:30:02 > 0:30:05- That doesn't stop Sam - using her imagination.
0:30:05 > 0:30:08- It's spacious - and you could do a lot to it.
0:30:08 > 0:30:10- It's got potential.
0:30:10 > 0:30:14- You could go up, into the roof, - and build a loft conversion.
0:30:15 > 0:30:17- The staircase could be here.
0:30:18 > 0:30:21- I'd have to see - what a builder would say.
0:30:21 > 0:30:23- Yes.
0:30:23 > 0:30:25- You could move the door to there.
0:30:25 > 0:30:27- Yes. Could do.
0:30:28 > 0:30:33- Sam has only just arrived, - but she's already making plans.
0:30:34 > 0:30:36- What else would she change?
0:30:37 > 0:30:41- I'd change those windows and - fit a door leading to the garden.
0:30:42 > 0:30:43- Yes, you could do that.
0:30:45 > 0:30:47- What do you think of that?
0:30:48 > 0:30:51- The Artex would have to go - and so would the carpet.
0:30:51 > 0:30:53- You'd only need to skim it.
0:30:54 > 0:30:55- It won't cost a fortune.
0:30:55 > 0:30:58- I may take down the ceilings - and redo them.
0:30:59 > 0:31:01- You'd redo them completely?
0:31:01 > 0:31:04- Sam needs a builder, - if she buys this house.
0:31:05 > 0:31:07- Can Sophie help her?
0:31:07 > 0:31:10- You could open it up, couldn't you?
0:31:10 > 0:31:15- You'd have to get a builder in - to see if you can knock it through.
0:31:15 > 0:31:18- I'm not a builder - and I wouldn't know, to be honest.
0:31:19 > 0:31:23- No, Sophie, you'd better - focus on selling the place.
0:31:23 > 0:31:27- The third bedroom - has views of the Menai Strait.
0:31:27 > 0:31:31- You'd want to do - something wow with that view.
0:31:32 > 0:31:34- Yes. That view really is wow.
0:31:35 > 0:31:36- Need to suit the view.
0:31:37 > 0:31:41- The list of renovations gets longer, - as they reach the kitchen.
0:31:42 > 0:31:44- Would you change all of it?
0:31:44 > 0:31:46- I'd change the whole kitchen.
0:31:46 > 0:31:48- I'd change the whole kitchen.- - Oh, dear! More renovations!
0:31:50 > 0:31:56- The small bedroom is next door, - so I'd turn it into one big kitchen.
0:31:56 > 0:31:58- At least the view is lovely.
0:31:59 > 0:32:01- The view is what sells it.
0:32:01 > 0:32:04- Yes, it's amazing. - It's in a lovely spot.
0:32:04 > 0:32:08- The view and the location - will sell this house.
0:32:08 > 0:32:11- I grew up around here...
0:32:11 > 0:32:15- ..so it's like going full circle.
0:32:15 > 0:32:16- Where does your mother live?
0:32:16 > 0:32:18- Where does your mother live?- - Across the road and up the hill.
0:32:19 > 0:32:20- Ideal. She can help with the baby.
0:32:20 > 0:32:21- Ideal. She can help with the baby.- - Yes.
0:32:21 > 0:32:22- Oh, handy.
0:32:24 > 0:32:25- Here we are. We're done.
0:32:26 > 0:32:29- Despite all the alterations - she'd make...
0:32:29 > 0:32:34- ..it's clear to see Sophie has - promoted the bungalow's potential.
0:32:34 > 0:32:36- I really like it.
0:32:36 > 0:32:39- I've got lots of ideas - going around in my head.
0:32:40 > 0:32:42- I'll have to go home - and talk to my husband.
0:32:43 > 0:32:47- Very positive and she has lots - of ideas for changes she'd make.
0:32:47 > 0:32:49- She can see herself here.
0:32:50 > 0:32:54- Let's hope Sophie's right and the - location convinces Sam to buy it.
0:32:59 > 0:33:04- On Anglesey, the experienced - estate agent, Ruth Tottey...
0:33:04 > 0:33:08- ..is the manager of the - Llangefni branch of Dafydd Hardy.
0:33:11 > 0:33:13- Ruth is on her way - to value a property.
0:33:14 > 0:33:16- She feels at home on the island.
0:33:17 > 0:33:19- I love driving around Anglesey.
0:33:19 > 0:33:23- I'm not great in cities but I feel - confident driving on the island.
0:33:24 > 0:33:27- I spend three days on the road...
0:33:27 > 0:33:31- ..and the rest of the week - catching up with paperwork...
0:33:32 > 0:33:34- ..and carrying out office tasks.
0:33:35 > 0:33:38- I love to snoop around - people's homes, not really...
0:33:38 > 0:33:40- ..but I love to meet people.
0:33:41 > 0:33:44- Today, Ruth meets Heledd and Rhys...
0:33:44 > 0:33:49- ..and she's come to snoop - around their four-bedroom home...
0:33:49 > 0:33:51- ..on the Bro Caerwyn estate.
0:33:51 > 0:33:55- Hello. I'm Ruth - from the Dafydd Hardy office.
0:33:55 > 0:33:56- I'm Rhys.
0:33:56 > 0:33:58- Here's my card.
0:33:58 > 0:33:59- Here's my card.- - Come in.
0:34:01 > 0:34:03- This is a good size.
0:34:03 > 0:34:05- What a lovely room.
0:34:06 > 0:34:07- I'd live in here.
0:34:08 > 0:34:10- I wouldn't move!
0:34:10 > 0:34:13- Your little boy - can play football in here.
0:34:15 > 0:34:16- Who's the gardener?
0:34:16 > 0:34:17- Who's the gardener?- - Me.
0:34:18 > 0:34:19- You're doing a great job.
0:34:20 > 0:34:23- Ruth warms to the family - in no time at all.
0:34:23 > 0:34:26- She's clearly a people person.
0:34:27 > 0:34:31- The dishwasher's there, - so you don't have to wash up, Rhys.
0:34:32 > 0:34:34- This would have been a dining room.
0:34:34 > 0:34:36- This would have been a dining room.- - Yes.
0:34:37 > 0:34:38- So this is your room.
0:34:38 > 0:34:41- You shut the door on Mam and Dad!
0:34:41 > 0:34:42- Yes.
0:34:44 > 0:34:48- The ability to chat - is a vital part of the job.
0:34:48 > 0:34:51- What's the best thing - about being an estate agent?
0:34:52 > 0:34:55- Seeing properties - and I love having a nose.
0:34:58 > 0:34:59- A lot of things.
0:34:59 > 0:35:03- You get a lot of ideas - and you see a lot of new things.
0:35:03 > 0:35:08- I'm really fond of seeing new - building techniques in the industry.
0:35:09 > 0:35:13- Finding the right house - for the right person.
0:35:14 > 0:35:16- I often say - we're a lot like Match.com!
0:35:17 > 0:35:20- It's like a marriage.
0:35:20 > 0:35:23- We seek to marry the right client - and the right house.
0:35:24 > 0:35:26- To where are you moving?
0:35:26 > 0:35:28- Not far.
0:35:29 > 0:35:33- We're looking at the outskirts - of Llangefni and Rhostryfan.
0:35:34 > 0:35:36- How long have you lived here?
0:35:36 > 0:35:37- How long have you lived here?- - For 12 years.
0:35:37 > 0:35:39- Wow! So you bought it new.
0:35:39 > 0:35:41- Yes. We watched every brick go up.
0:35:42 > 0:35:43- A brand-new house.
0:35:43 > 0:35:47- Rhys and Heledd - certainly have a lovely home...
0:35:47 > 0:35:49- ..so why move?
0:35:50 > 0:35:54- I'm happy here - and I took some persuading to move.
0:35:54 > 0:35:56- Rhys is more keen than me.
0:35:57 > 0:36:01- Yes, I'd like somewhere - with more land and some nice views.
0:36:01 > 0:36:05- Wow! This is a lovely, pink room.
0:36:07 > 0:36:08- This is your room, Gwawr.
0:36:09 > 0:36:13- I'd love a room like this - because I'm really girly too.
0:36:14 > 0:36:19- This will put the price up because - it's like a house within a house.
0:36:19 > 0:36:21- Dad's happy with that.
0:36:22 > 0:36:25- It's a really nice family home.
0:36:26 > 0:36:28- It's in excellent condition.
0:36:28 > 0:36:30- It's immaculate.
0:36:31 > 0:36:36- Ruth has seen the whole house, - so it's time to discuss its value.
0:36:37 > 0:36:43- Pen Derwydd estate is near here - and they're going for 230 to 240.
0:36:43 > 0:36:48- The properties there - are all executive houses...
0:36:48 > 0:36:53- ..but there's a mixture of styles - on this estate, isn't there?
0:36:53 > 0:36:54- There are semis here.
0:36:55 > 0:36:59- You live in one of the - largest properties on the estate.
0:36:59 > 0:37:02- I sold the house next door - really quickly...
0:37:03 > 0:37:07- ..so let's hope - I can sell this for you too.
0:37:08 > 0:37:13- The owners haven't yet decided which - agency to use but Ruth is confident.
0:37:13 > 0:37:15- There we are.
0:37:15 > 0:37:16- Job done.
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0:37:30 > 0:37:35- The average selling price of a house - in Caernarfon is 141,000.
0:37:36 > 0:37:41- The bungalow in Gerddi Menai - is on the market at 249,000.
0:37:42 > 0:37:48- It's a valuable property and little - wonder Sophie is so keen to sell it.
0:37:50 > 0:37:51- Hiya, Sam.
0:37:52 > 0:37:56- I'm phoning to get some feedback - from you about the viewing.
0:37:56 > 0:38:01- Sophie contacts Sam to ask her - if she's interested in the bungalow.
0:38:01 > 0:38:07- Sam has since returned for - a second viewing with her partner.
0:38:09 > 0:38:11- Yes. Taking that into consideration.
0:38:11 > 0:38:13- Oh, great. OK.
0:38:13 > 0:38:16- You want to try 245 - as a starting point.
0:38:16 > 0:38:18- OK, that's a good start.
0:38:18 > 0:38:20- I'll phone the vendor now...
0:38:20 > 0:38:23- ..and get back to you, Sam, - as soon as.
0:38:23 > 0:38:25- Lovely. Thank you. Ta-ta, Sam.
0:38:25 > 0:38:28- 245 on Gerddi Menai, Sue. Not bad.
0:38:28 > 0:38:30- What do you think? Good start.
0:38:30 > 0:38:32- What do you think? Good start.- - Brill.
0:38:32 > 0:38:34- I'll phone the vendor now.
0:38:36 > 0:38:39- The offer is only - 4,000 under the asking price....
0:38:40 > 0:38:42- ..so will the vendor accept it?
0:38:42 > 0:38:47- They offered 245. What do you think?
0:38:49 > 0:38:50- Yes? OK.
0:38:50 > 0:38:54- It's close to the asking price, - so it's not bad.
0:38:55 > 0:38:58- Brilliant, Mr Jones. - Thank you very much.
0:38:59 > 0:39:01- Fantastic. Thank you. Ta-ta.
0:39:01 > 0:39:03- Accepted 245, Sue.
0:39:03 > 0:39:04- Fantastic.
0:39:06 > 0:39:09- It's good news - for Sam and for Sophie.
0:39:10 > 0:39:13- Selling houses - comes naturally to Sophie.
0:39:16 > 0:39:19- The hall in Rhydypennau is full.
0:39:19 > 0:39:24- Iestyn and the team are busy - sorting out the auction lots.
0:39:25 > 0:39:28- We're numbering - all the lots you see in the hall.
0:39:29 > 0:39:31- We're now - on lot 117 of around 800...
0:39:31 > 0:39:34- ..so there's 700 to go.
0:39:35 > 0:39:37- I hope you brought a sleeping bag.
0:39:38 > 0:39:43- Fortunately, Iestyn has help - to complete this mammoth task.
0:39:43 > 0:39:46- Wonderful! The top team.
0:39:47 > 0:39:51- I have high blood pressure because - I've got to put up with them all.
0:39:55 > 0:39:58- Some keen prospective buyers - have arrived early...
0:39:59 > 0:40:01- ..before the official viewing.
0:40:02 > 0:40:04- It's 8.00pm and we've finished.
0:40:05 > 0:40:08- The official viewing - is at 9.00am tomorrow...
0:40:09 > 0:40:12- ..but regulars like Mr Willis - like to come in early.
0:40:14 > 0:40:19- There's keen interest in the lots, - which bodes well for Iestyn.
0:40:21 > 0:40:24- Out of the 800 lots, - I hope to sell 800!
0:40:24 > 0:40:27- I don't want to - take anything away from here.
0:40:29 > 0:40:31- We must sell 100 lots per hour.
0:40:31 > 0:40:37- If we slip behind 100 lots per hour, - we'll be here until 9.00pm tomorrow.
0:40:38 > 0:40:42- Shoo! Off you go, - or we won't see tomorrow morning.
0:40:44 > 0:40:47- Tomorrow will be a long day - and Iestyn is keen to go home.
0:40:48 > 0:40:51- Will he succeed in - clearing the contents of the hall?
0:40:53 > 0:40:56- In Llangefni, - Ruth has received some good news.
0:40:57 > 0:41:01- We received the instruction - on the Bro Caerwyn property.
0:41:01 > 0:41:06- We've measured up - and the details are on the wall.
0:41:06 > 0:41:11- The details will also be - in the window and on the website.
0:41:11 > 0:41:12- Cross fingers.
0:41:13 > 0:41:15- Ruth is wasting no time...
0:41:15 > 0:41:18- ..as she asks her team - to find a buyer for the house...
0:41:19 > 0:41:22- ..which has an asking price - of just under 240,000.
0:41:23 > 0:41:26- This is a good one - and it should sell quickly...
0:41:26 > 0:41:29- ..just like the house next door.
0:41:29 > 0:41:32- Beth, can you match it - to all the applicants?
0:41:32 > 0:41:35- I hope we get people - through the door quickly.
0:41:35 > 0:41:37- Thank you.
0:41:37 > 0:41:42- Ruth has a personal reason for - needing to sell the house quickly.
0:41:42 > 0:41:46- I retire at the end of September.
0:41:46 > 0:41:49- I told the vendors - I hope to sell it by then.
0:41:50 > 0:41:51- No pressure, Ruth!
0:41:55 > 0:41:58- It's auction day - at Rhydypennau Hall...
0:41:58 > 0:42:01- ..and prospective buyers - grab front row seats.
0:42:02 > 0:42:07- The auction's about to start and the - team was here early this morning.
0:42:07 > 0:42:12- They've been busy with the questions - about the items for sale today.
0:42:13 > 0:42:16- It's going to be a busy day - and I'll start on the dot.
0:42:19 > 0:42:24- Iestyn is today's auctioneer and - he puts his stamp on proceedings.
0:42:24 > 0:42:25- Is the microphone on?
0:42:26 > 0:42:28- Turn it up a touch.
0:42:28 > 0:42:30- Is it on?
0:42:30 > 0:42:33- Too much! Turn it down a bit.
0:42:33 > 0:42:35- Just a tiny touch.
0:42:35 > 0:42:38- Whoa! Whoa! Good, good, good.
0:42:38 > 0:42:40- Welcome to the auction.
0:42:40 > 0:42:43- It's good to see - so many happy faces.
0:42:44 > 0:42:46- Happy, happy.
0:42:47 > 0:42:49- Let's get the auction started.
0:42:49 > 0:42:52- Lot number one. - Two boxes of dairywear?
0:42:52 > 0:42:54- That's a good start, innit?
0:42:54 > 0:42:56- Who spelt that?
0:42:56 > 0:42:58- Lot number one.
0:42:58 > 0:43:00- That would never happen - in Sotheby's!
0:43:01 > 0:43:03- But there are bargains here.
0:43:03 > 0:43:05- Mrs Jandrill, 1, surely.
0:43:06 > 0:43:07- Mrs Jandrill, 1.
0:43:08 > 0:43:09- Not too many times.
0:43:09 > 0:43:13- Once we get the momentum going, - they'll be happy here.
0:43:15 > 0:43:18- As Iestyn gets warmed up, - the bids come in thick and fast.
0:43:19 > 0:43:21- Well, a bit faster at least.
0:43:21 > 0:43:23- Who wants it for 1?
0:43:23 > 0:43:27- The first one to put their hand up - will buy it for 1.
0:43:28 > 0:43:32- One box in particular - attracts attention.
0:43:33 > 0:43:35- Lot 70, a black box with no key.
0:43:36 > 0:43:37- A mystery lot.
0:43:37 > 0:43:41- I do like you. 1, 2, 3, 4.
0:43:41 > 0:43:44- 6, 8, 10.
0:43:45 > 0:43:50- Amazingly, the people are bidding - for what could be a worthless item.
0:43:50 > 0:43:52- I won't open these boxes again.
0:43:53 > 0:43:54- 55, 57.
0:43:55 > 0:43:57- At 57, my hammer's going up.
0:43:57 > 0:44:00- Sold at 57. Mr Wray.
0:44:01 > 0:44:04- In Caernarfon, - Sam has received the keys...
0:44:04 > 0:44:07- ..to her new home in Gerddi Menai.
0:44:08 > 0:44:12- As you can see, we're in the process - of unpacking boxes.
0:44:13 > 0:44:14- The place is a mess!
0:44:15 > 0:44:18- I'm glad - I don't move house every year.
0:44:18 > 0:44:22- We'll be even busier - when we modernize this house.
0:44:24 > 0:44:29- A new, exciting period - is beginning for Sam and her family.
0:44:29 > 0:44:31- Is this their forever home?
0:44:32 > 0:44:36- We've given ourselves a year - to complete this project.
0:44:36 > 0:44:39- We'll then see how we settle.
0:44:40 > 0:44:43- This will be our home - until our baby starts school.
0:44:44 > 0:44:48- My partner is already - looking for a new project.
0:44:48 > 0:44:51- He's got something in the pipeline.
0:44:52 > 0:44:54- Watch this space!
0:45:00 > 0:45:05- In Llangefni, the race to sell - Bro Caerwyn was over in a flash.
0:45:05 > 0:45:08- We didn't get - the response we'd hoped for.
0:45:10 > 0:45:15- They took the house off the market - and they plan to build an extension.
0:45:16 > 0:45:18- It's just one of those things.
0:45:18 > 0:45:22- There's no explanation - for the property not selling.
0:45:22 > 0:45:24- It's a brilliant house.
0:45:24 > 0:45:26- I think the price was right too.
0:45:26 > 0:45:28- It's just one of those things.
0:45:29 > 0:45:33- We, as estate agents, - are sometimes taken by surprise.
0:45:33 > 0:45:37- We're really excited - as we leave the valuation meeting...
0:45:37 > 0:45:40- ..and we think, - "Yes! This one's in the bag."
0:45:41 > 0:45:45- On this occasion, that - wasn't the case and it's baffling.
0:45:46 > 0:45:49- Selling houses can be a challenge.
0:45:50 > 0:45:52- What makes a good estate agent?
0:45:53 > 0:45:56- They must be approachable - and chatty.
0:45:56 > 0:45:59- People must feel relaxed - in their company.
0:46:00 > 0:46:03- Just a nice person, in general.
0:46:04 > 0:46:06- You've got to know your area well...
0:46:07 > 0:46:11- ..and know the type of people - who tend to buy properties.
0:46:12 > 0:46:14- An estate agent - has got to be honest.
0:46:15 > 0:46:19- I know estate agents don't have - the best reputation in the world.
0:46:19 > 0:46:23- That's why - it's really important to be honest.
0:46:23 > 0:46:25- We must also be good listeners.
0:46:26 > 0:46:30- Things are hotting up - at the auction in Rhydypennau.
0:46:31 > 0:46:32- 200?
0:46:32 > 0:46:34- 200, 220, 240.
0:46:34 > 0:46:37- 260, 280, 300.
0:46:37 > 0:46:39- At 300, any other bidders?
0:46:40 > 0:46:45- At 300, my little hammer's going up - once, twice, third and final time.
0:46:45 > 0:46:47- Sold at 300.
0:46:47 > 0:46:48- Mr Wray.
0:46:48 > 0:46:51- I think he's building a naval boat.
0:46:52 > 0:46:55- We got off to a slow start, - as everyone got into it.
0:46:55 > 0:46:59- We then had some high sales - with the naval lots.
0:46:59 > 0:47:03- As the auction continues, - it gets busier...
0:47:03 > 0:47:06- ..and the lots gradually disappear.
0:47:07 > 0:47:11- Has Iestyn reached his target - of selling 100 lots per hour?
0:47:12 > 0:47:17- We're on lot 260 - out of a total of 830.
0:47:21 > 0:47:26- We'll get through the furniture - a lot faster.
0:47:26 > 0:47:31- Fair play, your enthusiasm - knows no bounds, Iestyn.
0:47:31 > 0:47:32- Sorry! Who's the boss?
0:47:33 > 0:47:36- There's another long day - ahead of you, Iestyn.
0:47:41 > 0:47:46- While Sam enjoys moving house, - the Hearn family wasn't quite ready.
0:47:47 > 0:47:50- And so, Ruth moves on - to the next challenge.
0:47:52 > 0:47:56- Let's hope Iestyn's - finished at the auction by now.
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