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0:00:29 > 0:00:31- My name is Debora Morgante.
0:00:31 > 0:00:33- I come from Rome...
0:00:33 > 0:00:37- ..and I've been learning Welsh - for three and a half years.
0:00:37 > 0:00:40- I adore the language - and I'm in love with Wales.
0:00:41 > 0:00:43- Every time I visit, I use my Welsh.
0:00:43 > 0:00:47- Of course, - I have to speak English at times...
0:00:47 > 0:00:50- ..but I won't have to do that - for the next two days...
0:00:51 > 0:00:55- ..as I spend two days - with the Llewelyn Williams family...
0:00:56 > 0:00:58- ..at Bryn Caled, near Bala.
0:01:01 > 0:01:06- For help to follow the programme, - use the website and the app...
0:01:06 > 0:01:09- ..and don't forget the subtitles.
0:01:19 > 0:01:21- Hello.
0:01:21 > 0:01:24- My name is Debora - and I come from Italy.
0:01:24 > 0:01:27- I come from Tuscany originally...
0:01:27 > 0:01:30- ..but I moved to Rome - when I was four years old.
0:01:30 > 0:01:35- I work here, in a small village - called Ostia Antica.
0:01:37 > 0:01:40- It's a 16th century village.
0:01:41 > 0:01:44- I work in a bank - from Monday to Friday.
0:01:45 > 0:01:50- I come here every lunchtime - to read my Welsh books and novels.
0:01:52 > 0:01:54- I'm married to Max.
0:01:54 > 0:01:57- He's sitting in the shade - at the moment.
0:02:07 > 0:02:10- I decided to learn Welsh in 2012...
0:02:10 > 0:02:15- ..after I'd spent a short holiday - in Wales with a friend.
0:02:19 > 0:02:23- I listened to people - speaking Welsh on the street...
0:02:23 > 0:02:29- ..and I asked some of them how - I should pronounce some place names.
0:02:29 > 0:02:35- I was interested to learn about the - Welsh language and Welsh culture.
0:02:42 > 0:02:47- We're the Llewelyn Williams family - from Bryn Caled, Llanuwchllyn.
0:02:47 > 0:02:49- This is Gareth, my husband.
0:02:49 > 0:02:50- This is Gareth, my husband.- - Good morning.
0:02:50 > 0:02:52- We have three children.
0:02:52 > 0:02:54- Aron, who's 15 years old.
0:02:55 > 0:02:58- In my spare time, - I spend time with our horses.
0:02:59 > 0:03:00- We keep some here...
0:03:00 > 0:03:04- ..and some at my grandmother's house - at Moelgarnedd, Bala.
0:03:05 > 0:03:10- We enter them in shows across the - country, including The Royal Welsh.
0:03:10 > 0:03:12- We'll take two there this year.
0:03:13 > 0:03:16- Rhys is 13 years old.
0:03:16 > 0:03:19- I like cars, hens and singing.
0:03:19 > 0:03:22- I started off with six hens - two years ago...
0:03:22 > 0:03:25- ..but I recently - added another 26 to my brood.
0:03:26 > 0:03:28- I now have a total of 31 hens.
0:03:28 > 0:03:32- I hope to create a little business - out of selling eggs...
0:03:32 > 0:03:34- ..just like my grandfather.
0:03:34 > 0:03:37- That's how he started his business.
0:03:38 > 0:03:40- He sold eggs.
0:03:43 > 0:03:46- Nel is our youngest and she's 11.
0:03:47 > 0:03:50- I like horse riding and singing.
0:03:50 > 0:03:52- I'm in a band called Y Storm.
0:03:54 > 0:03:58- It will be nice to have Debora - come and see us play...
0:03:58 > 0:04:01- ..because she plays the bass - in her own band.
0:04:03 > 0:04:06- We have holiday cottages here.
0:04:07 > 0:04:10- We converted the cowsheds - into holiday cottages.
0:04:11 > 0:04:14- We also own caravan parks - and a holiday park in Bala.
0:04:15 > 0:04:18- I hope what Debora - gets out of this experience...
0:04:19 > 0:04:24- ..is she sees it is possible to - live your life completely in Welsh.
0:04:28 > 0:04:30- She'll also see - that Welsh is alive...
0:04:30 > 0:04:33- ..and is the natural language - of this area.
0:04:35 > 0:04:36- Good morning.
0:04:37 > 0:04:39- Good morning.
0:04:39 > 0:04:41- Welcome to Bryn Caled.
0:04:41 > 0:04:42- Meet the family.
0:04:43 > 0:04:45- I'm Gareth and this is Aron.
0:04:46 > 0:04:48- That's Rhys and Nel.
0:04:49 > 0:04:50- Hello.
0:04:50 > 0:04:51- How was your journey?
0:04:51 > 0:04:53- How was your journey?- - Good, thanks.
0:04:53 > 0:04:55- How long have you been in Wales?
0:04:55 > 0:04:57- How long have you been in Wales?- - For a week.
0:04:57 > 0:05:01- I'm sitting - my Higher Welsh exam in Bangor.
0:05:01 > 0:05:05- I had an oral exam yesterday - and today, here I am!
0:05:07 > 0:05:10- It's a very exciting holiday for me.
0:05:11 > 0:05:14- Fantastic! Your Welsh is excellent.
0:05:15 > 0:05:16- I hope you have a good time with us.
0:05:16 > 0:05:18- I hope you have a good time with us.- - Yes. Welcome.
0:05:19 > 0:05:24- The first job is to help Sioned - with one of the holiday cottages.
0:05:24 > 0:05:27- They're getting it ready - for the next visitors.
0:05:29 > 0:05:33- There are so many things in Wales - that I want to see.
0:05:33 > 0:05:36- I discover something new - every time I come here.
0:05:38 > 0:05:39- It's incredible.
0:05:41 > 0:05:45- People always say that - the people who live in this area...
0:05:45 > 0:05:47- ..speak Welsh really quickly.
0:05:48 > 0:05:51- I keep forgetting - that you're learning Welsh.
0:05:53 > 0:05:55- If I speak too quickly, - just tell me.
0:05:56 > 0:05:57- Yes, I'll tell you.
0:05:57 > 0:06:00- At the moment, everything's fine.
0:06:00 > 0:06:02- At the moment, everything's fine.- - Everything's fine? OK.
0:06:05 > 0:06:06- Look at that view!
0:06:06 > 0:06:09- What are those mountains called?
0:06:09 > 0:06:11- What are those mountains called?- - Yes, it's a lovely view.
0:06:11 > 0:06:15- In front of us, in that cloud, - is the Aran.
0:06:15 > 0:06:20- There's a nice walk which takes you - from the village of Llanuwchllyn...
0:06:21 > 0:06:23- ..up to the mountains.
0:06:23 > 0:06:26- Do you see that wind turbine?
0:06:26 > 0:06:27- Do you see that wind turbine?- - Yes.
0:06:27 > 0:06:31- You walk up that first hill, - which is called Garth Bach.
0:06:33 > 0:06:38- You walk to the bigger mountain, - which is called Garth Mawr.
0:06:38 > 0:06:42- That path takes you - to the peak of the Aran.
0:06:43 > 0:06:46- Have you walked - to the peak of Aran many times?
0:06:47 > 0:06:52- I've only walked - right up to the summit once.
0:06:52 > 0:06:56- We often go for a walk - over Garth Bach and Garth Mawr.
0:06:57 > 0:06:59- Ellie, this is Debs.
0:06:59 > 0:07:00- Hello.
0:07:01 > 0:07:02- Debs comes from Rome.
0:07:04 > 0:07:06- Ellie is learning Welsh.
0:07:06 > 0:07:09- How long have you been learning?
0:07:09 > 0:07:10- How long have you been learning?- - Since August.
0:07:11 > 0:07:12- Less than a year?
0:07:12 > 0:07:14- Less than a year?- - Yes.
0:07:14 > 0:07:16- Ellie's Welsh is excellent.
0:07:16 > 0:07:21- She also texts in Welsh, - and posts on Facebook in Welsh.
0:07:23 > 0:07:25- I sing in Welsh too!
0:07:25 > 0:07:27- I sing in Welsh too!- - Yes - you're an excellent singer.
0:07:29 > 0:07:31- How do you make time - to do everything?
0:07:32 > 0:07:36- You take care of your children, - you sing, you work...
0:07:37 > 0:07:38- ..and you learn Welsh.
0:07:39 > 0:07:40- I'm very busy.
0:07:43 > 0:07:45- Yes, and she's still happy!
0:07:45 > 0:07:47- Yes, and she's still happy!- - Yes - I can see she's smiling.
0:07:47 > 0:07:49- Congratulations.
0:07:50 > 0:07:53- Debs and I have cleaned the windows.
0:07:54 > 0:07:56- Thank you.
0:07:58 > 0:08:01- We're going indoors - to bake some bara brith.
0:08:01 > 0:08:02- Oh, very nice.
0:08:02 > 0:08:04- Oh, very nice.- - See you later. Thank you.
0:08:05 > 0:08:06- Ta-ta!
0:08:08 > 0:08:11- He helps his mother. - He's such a good boy.
0:08:13 > 0:08:14- Ta-ta!
0:08:17 > 0:08:22- Sioned leaves a loaf of bara brith - in the cottages for her guests.
0:08:22 > 0:08:26- It looks unappetizing but - it's actually bara brith mixture.
0:08:29 > 0:08:34- Once it's cooked, I just wrap it - in paper and it can last for a week.
0:08:35 > 0:08:39- But not in this house! - It gets eaten within half an hour.
0:08:39 > 0:08:41- Do you put it in the fridge?
0:08:41 > 0:08:43- Do you put it in the fridge?- - No. You can just leave it out.
0:08:44 > 0:08:46- It's covered in paper.
0:08:46 > 0:08:48- You don't fill it?
0:08:48 > 0:08:49- You don't fill it?- - No.
0:08:49 > 0:08:51- It grows in the oven.
0:08:51 > 0:08:52- It grows in the oven.- - Yes - it expands.
0:08:58 > 0:09:01- They'll take - 25 to 30 minutes to cook...
0:09:01 > 0:09:05- ..so let's pop to Bala - with the washing.
0:09:11 > 0:09:14- You're in Wales now! - That's the wrong side.
0:09:15 > 0:09:17- Unless you want to drive.
0:09:17 > 0:09:20- The work is never-ending - and they head to Bala...
0:09:21 > 0:09:24- ..to take dirty bed linen - to the launderette.
0:09:24 > 0:09:26- Jan does the washing.
0:09:27 > 0:09:28- Oh! It's Uncle Dafydd.
0:09:28 > 0:09:30- Oh! It's Uncle Dafydd.- - Good morning.
0:09:30 > 0:09:32- This is my uncle, Debora.
0:09:32 > 0:09:34- Good morning. Buongiorno.
0:09:34 > 0:09:36- Come va?
0:09:36 > 0:09:37- Come va?- - Bene grazie.
0:09:38 > 0:09:40- Whereabouts in Italy are you from?
0:09:40 > 0:09:41- Whereabouts in Italy are you from?- - I come from Rome.
0:09:42 > 0:09:43- Ah! Roma.
0:09:44 > 0:09:46- Vaticano. Michelangelo.
0:09:46 > 0:09:47- Cappella Sistina.
0:09:48 > 0:09:49- You know it well.
0:09:49 > 0:09:51- You know it well.- - Not at all.
0:09:52 > 0:09:54- Welcome. Molto bene.
0:09:55 > 0:09:58- Let's take the laundry - in through that door...
0:09:59 > 0:10:01- ..and head right to the back.
0:10:06 > 0:10:07- Hello, Jan.
0:10:07 > 0:10:08- Hiya, Jan. Are you OK?
0:10:08 > 0:10:10- Hiya, Jan. Are you OK?- - Yes, thanks.
0:10:10 > 0:10:12- This is Debs.
0:10:12 > 0:10:13- Hello, Debs.
0:10:13 > 0:10:15- Debs comes from Rome.
0:10:16 > 0:10:19- Wow! How long have you been here?
0:10:19 > 0:10:20- Wow! How long have you been here?- - Since last week.
0:10:20 > 0:10:23- I'll go back home on Sunday.
0:10:23 > 0:10:25- Have you enjoyed yourself?
0:10:27 > 0:10:31- Yes, and I'd love to stay longer - but I've got to go back to work.
0:10:32 > 0:10:33- It's hard, isn't it?
0:10:34 > 0:10:36- Your Welsh is miraculous.
0:10:36 > 0:10:37- Your Welsh is miraculous.- - Isn't she incredible?
0:10:38 > 0:10:41- Do you think us Welsh - are similar to you Italians?
0:10:43 > 0:10:44- We're really loud.
0:10:46 > 0:10:48- We act and we sing.
0:10:48 > 0:10:50- We act and we sing.- - Yes, and we talk with our hands.
0:10:52 > 0:10:54- You sing a lot and so do we.
0:10:54 > 0:10:56- I think we're very similar.
0:10:56 > 0:11:00- The biggest difference between us - is our weather.
0:11:02 > 0:11:03- We'd better go.
0:11:04 > 0:11:06- See you later.
0:11:06 > 0:11:08- Alright.
0:11:08 > 0:11:10- It was nice to meet you.
0:11:10 > 0:11:11- It was nice to meet you.- - You too. Ta-ta!
0:11:16 > 0:11:21- Back at Bryn Caled, Debora has - a chat with Aron about the horses.
0:11:24 > 0:11:27- When did you start breeding horses?
0:11:27 > 0:11:30- My grandfather - bred horses for many years.
0:11:30 > 0:11:33- This is my fourth year - of showing horses.
0:11:33 > 0:11:36- I was 12 - when I started to show horses.
0:11:37 > 0:11:40- During that time, - I've had some good years...
0:11:41 > 0:11:45- ..and some years - which could have been better.
0:11:45 > 0:11:47- All in all, it's been excellent.
0:11:49 > 0:11:52- Is this breed of horse - famous beyond Wales?
0:11:57 > 0:11:58- Yes, it's well known.
0:11:59 > 0:12:01- The breed - has even reached Australia.
0:12:02 > 0:12:06- The Welsh Pony And Cob Society - has members across the world...
0:12:07 > 0:12:11- ..from America - to the rest of Europe...
0:12:12 > 0:12:15- ..and to countries - as far away as Australia.
0:12:18 > 0:12:23- Do you think something like this can - help people learn more about Wales?
0:12:23 > 0:12:28- Can it help people learn more - about Welsh culture and agriculture?
0:12:31 > 0:12:32- Yes, I think so.
0:12:32 > 0:12:34- It's a Welsh horse...
0:12:34 > 0:12:38- ..and people know it - as being a breed from Wales.
0:12:38 > 0:12:41- That's especially true - at the Royal Welsh...
0:12:42 > 0:12:46- ..which is one of the biggest - horse shows in Europe...
0:12:47 > 0:12:49- ..if not the world.
0:12:49 > 0:12:52- People flock there - from around the globe.
0:12:52 > 0:12:55- Is it a hobby or a future career?
0:12:56 > 0:12:59- It's hard to do it professionally.
0:13:00 > 0:13:04- There's very little money in it - if you do it the way we do it.
0:13:04 > 0:13:08- We don't make much money from it, - so I need another career...
0:13:08 > 0:13:11- ..so I can invest in the horses.
0:13:12 > 0:13:14- I think I'll keep it as a hobby...
0:13:15 > 0:13:19- ..and work elsewhere - to make money to invest in it.
0:13:21 > 0:13:23- Congratulations.
0:13:23 > 0:13:26- You're already professional.
0:13:26 > 0:13:27- You're already professional.- - Thank you very much.
0:13:31 > 0:13:33- I like animals, of course.
0:13:33 > 0:13:36- I was thrilled - to be with the horses.
0:13:36 > 0:13:41- I really enjoyed - seeing them running on the land...
0:13:42 > 0:13:44- ..and learning more about them.
0:13:45 > 0:13:47- In reality, I live in a big city...
0:13:48 > 0:13:52- ..and I'm not used to seeing horses - very often.
0:13:56 > 0:13:58- When Debora walked in - this morning...
0:13:59 > 0:14:04- ..my first impression of her was - that she was really enthusiastic...
0:14:05 > 0:14:08- ..and very keen - to learn the language.
0:14:10 > 0:14:13- We weren't sure - how much Welsh she could speak.
0:14:14 > 0:14:16- We had no idea - what level she was at.
0:14:16 > 0:14:18- It's incredible.
0:14:19 > 0:14:22- You wouldn't think - she was a learner.
0:14:22 > 0:14:26- How long has she been learning? - Only three or four years?
0:14:26 > 0:14:29- Added to that, she lives in Italy.
0:14:29 > 0:14:30- It's unbelievable.
0:14:32 > 0:14:36- When you learn a language, - you do it by reading books.
0:14:36 > 0:14:40- You learn a language - in a totally academic way.
0:14:41 > 0:14:45- After a certain amount of time, - you need a real life situation...
0:14:46 > 0:14:49- ..where you can - practice the language...
0:14:49 > 0:14:55- ..with people who speak that - language in their everyday lives.
0:14:55 > 0:14:58- That's especially important to me...
0:14:58 > 0:15:03- ..because I rarely get a chance - to practice the language at home.
0:15:05 > 0:15:10- It's incredibly good for me - to have an experience like this.
0:15:12 > 0:15:16- Tomorrow, Debora will go - to the band rehearsal with Nel.
0:15:16 > 0:15:21- They rehearse at Drws Cae'r Gwenyn, - which is just a few fields away.
0:15:22 > 0:15:25- She'll also - see the hens with Rhys...
0:15:25 > 0:15:29- ..and we'll have a barbecue - at the end of the afternoon.
0:15:30 > 0:15:32- Yes, so we're praying - for sunny weather.
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0:15:46 > 0:15:49- # Red fox, you shoot and shoot
0:15:49 > 0:15:52- # Red fox, you miss and miss
0:15:53 > 0:15:56- # Red fox, you shoot and shoot
0:15:56 > 0:15:59- # Red fox, you're hotter and hotter
0:16:00 > 0:16:03- # Red fox, you shoot and shoot
0:16:04 > 0:16:07- # Red fox, you miss and miss
0:16:07 > 0:16:10- # Red fox, you shoot and shoot
0:16:11 > 0:16:15- # Red fox, - you're hotter and hotter #
0:16:20 > 0:16:24- Wow, you're fantastic. - Your band's fantastic.
0:16:24 > 0:16:25- Thank you.
0:16:26 > 0:16:29- When did you start playing together?
0:16:29 > 0:16:31- When did you start playing together?- - When we were in Year 4.
0:16:31 > 0:16:36- Some people were going to secondary - school and they had to leave.
0:16:37 > 0:16:40- This has been the line-up - since last year.
0:16:41 > 0:16:45- Do you perform often? - Do you play lots of gigs?
0:16:45 > 0:16:48- Yes, we've played a lot of gigs.
0:16:48 > 0:16:53- Our biggest gig was in Cannock, - in front of 12,000 people.
0:16:54 > 0:16:56- Wow!
0:16:56 > 0:17:01- It would be a dream come true for me - to play in front of a huge crowd.
0:17:02 > 0:17:04- Have you recorded a CD?
0:17:05 > 0:17:08- Yes, we recorded a CD last year.
0:17:08 > 0:17:11- The three songs on it - are Coch Gwyn A Gwyrdd...
0:17:11 > 0:17:13- ..Cadno Coch and Tegid Foel.
0:17:14 > 0:17:16- What sort of music do you play?
0:17:18 > 0:17:19- Rock?
0:17:19 > 0:17:20- Rock?- - Yes - rock.
0:17:21 > 0:17:24- Can I play a bit of guitar with you?
0:17:25 > 0:17:26- Yes. Why not?
0:17:26 > 0:17:28- Yes. Why not?- - Thank you. It'll be great.
0:17:29 > 0:17:32- # Red fox, you shoot and shoot
0:17:32 > 0:17:35- # Red fox, you miss and miss
0:17:36 > 0:17:39- # Red fox, you shoot and shoot
0:17:39 > 0:17:42- # Red fox, you're hotter and hotter
0:17:43 > 0:17:45- # Red fox, you shoot and shoot
0:17:46 > 0:17:49- # Red fox, you miss and miss
0:17:50 > 0:17:52- # Red fox, you shoot and shoot
0:17:53 > 0:17:56- # Red fox, you're hotter and hotter
0:17:56 > 0:17:59- # Shoot and shoot
0:18:00 > 0:18:05- # Red fox, - you're hotter and hotter #
0:18:18 > 0:18:19- Hiya! Are you alright?
0:18:20 > 0:18:22- You're busy. What's happening?
0:18:22 > 0:18:25- You're busy. What's happening?- - I look busier than I really am!
0:18:27 > 0:18:30- As it's lovely and sunny, - let's have a barbecue.
0:18:30 > 0:18:32- A barbecue is a good idea.
0:18:33 > 0:18:35- Brilliant.
0:18:35 > 0:18:39- You've got a car, so will you - go to Joe's shop in Bala...
0:18:39 > 0:18:41- ..to collect the meat?
0:18:41 > 0:18:44- I've ordered burgers and sausages.
0:18:44 > 0:18:45- Perfect.
0:18:45 > 0:18:46- Perfect.- - OK. See you later.
0:18:55 > 0:18:56- Hello.
0:18:56 > 0:18:58- Hello.- - Can I help you?
0:18:58 > 0:19:00- I'm Italian and I'm learning Welsh.
0:19:00 > 0:19:02- I'm Italian and I'm learning Welsh.- - Excellent. Welcome.
0:19:02 > 0:19:07- I'm staying with the Llewelyn - Williams family at Bryn Caled.
0:19:07 > 0:19:09- We're having a barbecue tonight...
0:19:10 > 0:19:13- ..so I think I need to buy - something to eat.
0:19:15 > 0:19:19- We need 20 burgers and 30 sausages.
0:19:19 > 0:19:21- We need 20 burgers and 30 sausages.- - No problem.
0:19:23 > 0:19:24- Thin sausages, please.
0:19:24 > 0:19:26- Thin? Fine.
0:19:27 > 0:19:29- Do you have any halloumi?
0:19:29 > 0:19:31- Yes, I have some halloumi.
0:19:32 > 0:19:33- Thank you.
0:19:36 > 0:19:37- One halloumi.
0:19:37 > 0:19:39- One halloumi.- - Perfect. How much do I owe you?
0:19:39 > 0:19:41- I'll work it out for you.
0:19:41 > 0:19:42- I'll work it out for you.- - Thank you.
0:19:43 > 0:19:44- Thank you very much.
0:19:44 > 0:19:46- Thank you very much.- - No problem. Thank you.
0:19:47 > 0:19:48- Ta-ta!
0:19:53 > 0:19:55- Hello, Rhys.
0:19:56 > 0:19:58- Would you like to see the hens?
0:19:58 > 0:19:59- Would you like to see the hens?- - Yes, of course.
0:19:59 > 0:20:01- Come with me.
0:20:06 > 0:20:08- The hens live here.
0:20:09 > 0:20:11- My new, red hens live here.
0:20:13 > 0:20:17- There are six of those - and they're laying very well.
0:20:17 > 0:20:20- The red ones are called Warrens.
0:20:22 > 0:20:27- I've got 26 new Warrens but they're - too young to lay eggs at the moment.
0:20:27 > 0:20:31- How old must a hen be - before it will lay eggs?
0:20:33 > 0:20:35- Somewhere around 24 weeks.
0:20:35 > 0:20:40- These ones are older than that - but it also depends on the weather.
0:20:41 > 0:20:43- Really?
0:20:43 > 0:20:49- When it's sunny, they don't like to - lay eggs because it's too hot.
0:20:49 > 0:20:53- They don't like to lay eggs - when it's cold either.
0:20:53 > 0:20:55- Would you like to feed them?
0:20:55 > 0:20:57- Would you like to feed them?- - Yes. I hope I can do it properly.
0:20:59 > 0:21:02- Do you have a favourite hen?
0:21:03 > 0:21:05- No, not really.
0:21:05 > 0:21:08- I do like my six old hens.
0:21:10 > 0:21:13- If you only have six hens...
0:21:13 > 0:21:17- ..you get far more attached to them.
0:21:17 > 0:21:21- When you have 26 hens, - you don't get so attached to them.
0:21:22 > 0:21:24- I gave my first six hens names.
0:21:28 > 0:21:31- Blodwen is one of my favourites.
0:21:31 > 0:21:35- She's white, - she's big and she's really cuddly.
0:21:35 > 0:21:37- She lays well too.
0:21:38 > 0:21:40- Let's see - if there are any eggs here.
0:21:42 > 0:21:43- Yes.
0:21:45 > 0:21:47- My neighbour wants some eggs.
0:21:47 > 0:21:50- Would you like to come with me - to sell them?
0:21:51 > 0:21:52- Yes, of course.
0:21:52 > 0:21:53- Yes, of course.- - Great.
0:21:53 > 0:21:55- What I enjoyed most...
0:21:56 > 0:22:01- ..was living with a traditional, - Welsh family.
0:22:03 > 0:22:06- The language - was absolutely everywhere.
0:22:08 > 0:22:13- Living the way that Welsh speakers - live was a great experience.
0:22:16 > 0:22:19- No other culture - influences life here.
0:22:22 > 0:22:23- It's been great fun.
0:22:23 > 0:22:25- It's been great fun.- - And a pleasure to have her here.
0:22:26 > 0:22:29- Yes, because she gets on - with us, the children...
0:22:30 > 0:22:32- ..the dogs and the cat.
0:22:32 > 0:22:33- With everyone.
0:22:33 > 0:22:35- With everyone.- - With the horses too.
0:22:35 > 0:22:39- It's been a pleasure and - we're glad we had this opportunity.
0:22:40 > 0:22:44- It was a good experience - to have her around.
0:22:44 > 0:22:48- It proves that the Welsh language - spreads further than we think.
0:22:51 > 0:22:53- The children are amazing.
0:22:54 > 0:22:57- They're very experienced - in everything they do.
0:22:57 > 0:23:00- I found out more about horses, - thanks to Aron.
0:23:02 > 0:23:06- He's very passionate about horses.
0:23:06 > 0:23:09- I'm sure he'll turn professional.
0:23:11 > 0:23:15- With Rhys, it amazes me - how a young child...
0:23:17 > 0:23:20- ..can speak so well about hens.
0:23:24 > 0:23:28- He knows everything about them - and he works hard.
0:23:29 > 0:23:32- It was a really great experience.
0:23:32 > 0:23:37- You'd never imagine that an Italian - with no Welsh connections...
0:23:37 > 0:23:40- ..would learn the language.
0:23:40 > 0:23:44- It's been wonderful - to meet someone who's so clever...
0:23:44 > 0:23:47- ..and so enthusiastic - about the Welsh language.
0:23:49 > 0:23:51- Nel sings with the band.
0:23:51 > 0:23:53- She's full of energy...
0:23:53 > 0:23:57- ..and I'm sure - she'll become a rock star.
0:24:01 > 0:24:04- She's already - had professional experiences.
0:24:05 > 0:24:08- I think she'll keep going.
0:24:09 > 0:24:12- I had two very cool days - with Debora.
0:24:12 > 0:24:16- I can't believe - what a fantastic guitarist she is.
0:24:18 > 0:24:22- I hope we can go over to Rome - to learn a bit of Italian...
0:24:23 > 0:24:25- ..like she's learned Welsh.
0:24:25 > 0:24:29- SHE PLAYS HEN WLAD FY NHADAU
0:24:29 > 0:24:34- I'd be really delighted - to see the family in Rome...
0:24:34 > 0:24:37- ..and show them around the city.
0:24:48 > 0:24:51- She's the first Italian - I've got to know.
0:24:51 > 0:24:56- Debora came over here and she's able - to speak and communicate in Welsh.
0:24:57 > 0:24:58- It's just brilliant.
0:24:58 > 0:25:00- I hope she goes back to Italy...
0:25:01 > 0:25:04- ..with a warm feeling - about the time she spent here.
0:25:05 > 0:25:06- Maybe, in the future...
0:25:06 > 0:25:11- ..we'll have the honour of - welcoming her back to Penllyn again.
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0:25:33 > 0:25:37- In this series, we look at - the world of horses in Wales.
0:25:37 > 0:25:42- These special animals exist between - the domesticated and the wild.
0:25:43 > 0:25:48- We'll focus on hunters, racers, - blacksmiths, breeders and more.
0:25:49 > 0:25:53- I'm Brychan Llyr and - my fellow presenter is David Oliver.
0:25:53 > 0:25:58- A handful of programmes - and one exciting equine adventure.
0:26:23 > 0:26:27- In this programme, producer - of show horses, Wyn Morris...
0:26:27 > 0:26:31- ..shares his experiences - during a busy year with us.
0:26:33 > 0:26:36- David mucks out and hunts...
0:26:36 > 0:26:40- ..while I taste the thrill of battle - at Pembrokeshire County Show.
0:26:41 > 0:26:45- We see Wyn preparing, - judging and training.
0:26:47 > 0:26:52- Wyn is a dedicated and successful - producer of show horses...
0:26:52 > 0:26:56- ..whose story begins - at his West Wales home.
0:27:11 > 0:27:16- Llandre Ganol, Wyn's home, - is between Narberth and Rosebush.
0:27:19 > 0:27:23- Wyn, the first job this morning - is to feed the horses.
0:27:23 > 0:27:24- May I help you?
0:27:24 > 0:27:26- May I help you?- - Yes. You can push the wheelbarrow.
0:27:27 > 0:27:28- Alright. Where am I going?
0:27:30 > 0:27:33- Wyn's main work - is as a producer of show horses.
0:27:33 > 0:27:38- He trains and takes care of horses - and competes on the owners' behalf.
0:27:40 > 0:27:42- How many horse do you have here?
0:27:43 > 0:27:44- Over 20 at the moment.
0:27:46 > 0:27:49- People can say what they like - about me...
0:27:50 > 0:27:54- ..but if they criticize my horses, - there's trouble ahead!
0:27:54 > 0:27:56- The horses come first.
0:28:00 > 0:28:01- Is this my job?
0:28:01 > 0:28:05- Yes. These are your tools - and that's your wheelbarrow.
0:28:11 > 0:28:15- He keeps show horses, - show jumpers and racers.
0:28:19 > 0:28:24- He's tasted success at shows - in Wales, England and Ireland...
0:28:26 > 0:28:31- ..including the Supreme Champion - at the Royal Welsh in 2014...
0:28:31 > 0:28:35- ..with the horse Brechfa Brynach, - owned by Gillian Davies.
0:28:37 > 0:28:39- All done. Happy?
0:28:40 > 0:28:42- Quite happy, fair play to you.
0:28:42 > 0:28:44- One down, 20 to go.
0:28:48 > 0:28:52- Where did you learn - the art of showing horses?
0:28:52 > 0:28:54- Where did you perfect those skills?
0:28:57 > 0:28:59- I've never had any lessons.
0:28:59 > 0:29:02- I never even had riding lessons.
0:29:02 > 0:29:07- I just watched other people at work - and thought, "I can do it better!"
0:29:07 > 0:29:09- I kept teaching myself.
0:29:10 > 0:29:13- I'm a pretty quiet man...
0:29:15 > 0:29:17- ..when I'm sober, at least!
0:29:19 > 0:29:22- No, I'm quiet and calm - around the horses.
0:29:22 > 0:29:27- If you treat the horses calmly - and respectfully, they respect you.
0:29:28 > 0:29:29- Where did you grow up?
0:29:31 > 0:29:36- About five miles from here in - a little village called Pantycaws...
0:29:36 > 0:29:38- ..near Efailwen.
0:29:40 > 0:29:42- Our neighbours kept stallions.
0:29:43 > 0:29:46- That's where - I came into contact with horses.
0:29:46 > 0:29:50- I'd ride horses, not knowing - if they'd been broken in.
0:29:50 > 0:29:52- There were lots of accidents!
0:29:53 > 0:29:57- How did you get to the point where - you worked with horses full-time?
0:29:58 > 0:30:01- I left school - before I was supposed to leave.
0:30:01 > 0:30:06- I didn't tell my parents, but my - neighbours had offered me a job.
0:30:07 > 0:30:12- I worked there for four years - until their sons finished school.
0:30:12 > 0:30:14- I then went to work in a hotel...
0:30:16 > 0:30:19- ..and a nightclub in Tenby - for the summer.
0:30:19 > 0:30:23- I had fun but I didn't like - driving to work on Saturdays...
0:30:23 > 0:30:27- ..and seeing everyone else - heading to the shows.
0:30:28 > 0:30:31- So I went back - to working with horses.
0:30:35 > 0:30:39- A day in the stables of - a producer of horses is very busy.
0:30:40 > 0:30:45- Wyn has a sand school - to train and jump horses...
0:30:45 > 0:30:47- ..and a horse walker - to keep them fit.
0:30:48 > 0:30:53- But you can't beat going for a ride - along quiet, Welsh country lanes.
0:30:58 > 0:31:01- She's fantastic. - She looked after me.
0:31:02 > 0:31:05- Let's see what happens - on the way back.
0:31:08 > 0:31:10- HE LAUGHS
0:31:11 > 0:31:12- I spoke too soon!
0:31:17 > 0:31:21- Why do you ride the horses out here - every day?
0:31:21 > 0:31:23- It keeps them fit and hard.
0:31:24 > 0:31:27- This one will go and race this year.
0:31:28 > 0:31:33- I've shown that one all summer - and she'll hunt all winter...
0:31:34 > 0:31:36- ..and do some show jumping.
0:31:39 > 0:31:42- Does that fitness - change the shape of the horses?
0:31:42 > 0:31:45- Yes. This one's - carrying a bit of weight.
0:31:45 > 0:31:47- HE LAUGHS
0:31:50 > 0:31:52- I didn't mean you!
0:31:53 > 0:31:56- Like me, - she's got a bit of a tummy on her.
0:31:58 > 0:32:02- She'll have to lose some of - that tummy in order to go hunting.
0:32:02 > 0:32:04- She's got to be fit to go hunting.
0:32:05 > 0:32:08- I'll move - before I have to swim to the bank.
0:32:08 > 0:32:09- Are you ready to head back?
0:32:09 > 0:32:11- Are you ready to head back?- - Yes.
0:32:24 > 0:32:27- It's five o'clock - on an August morning...
0:32:27 > 0:32:30- ..and I'm at the stables - to meet Wyn.
0:32:30 > 0:32:35- I offered to help him during - The Pembrokeshire County Show.
0:32:36 > 0:32:37- Yuck!
0:32:37 > 0:32:41- You didn't know there were - two five o'clocks in every day!
0:32:41 > 0:32:46- It's the third day of the show - and he's already tasted success.
0:32:46 > 0:32:49- Wyn has 20 horses - competing at the show.
0:32:50 > 0:32:52- What are your hopes today?
0:32:52 > 0:32:53- What are your hopes today?- - Winning.
0:32:55 > 0:32:59- Two are returning because - they won championships yesterday.
0:32:59 > 0:33:03- They're going back - for the Supreme this afternoon.
0:33:04 > 0:33:08- The show is in nearby Haverfordwest, - so he can come and go every day.
0:33:10 > 0:33:12- Give me your hand.
0:33:12 > 0:33:15- I knew I'd hold your hand - before the morning!
0:33:15 > 0:33:17- THEY LAUGH
0:33:21 > 0:33:23- Not too bad.
0:33:23 > 0:33:25- Not too bad.- - Thanks for your help.
0:33:25 > 0:33:27- Magic touch!
0:33:40 > 0:33:43- Wyn competes first - with the young colt, Maximus.
0:33:44 > 0:33:47- This will be - his first ever competition.
0:33:47 > 0:33:52- He's bred for racing but Wyn - wants him to experience being shown.
0:33:53 > 0:33:57- It will 'teach him some manners', - as they say in the business.
0:33:57 > 0:33:59- What class is this?
0:33:59 > 0:34:03- This is the Sport Horses class - for yearlings.
0:34:03 > 0:34:06- What does that mean? - What's a Sports Horse?
0:34:06 > 0:34:08- A Sports Horse can mean anything.
0:34:10 > 0:34:13- Showjumping, eventing or racing.
0:34:14 > 0:34:16- It covers all sorts of horses.
0:34:18 > 0:34:22- If these judges like racehorses, - we have a good chance.
0:34:22 > 0:34:26- If they like something heavier, - we don't stand a chance.
0:34:34 > 0:34:39- Fair play, it's Maximus's first - competition and he came second.
0:34:40 > 0:34:42- This horse will keep you fit.
0:34:42 > 0:34:44- Are you pleased?
0:34:44 > 0:34:46- Are you pleased?- - Yes. The horse behaved well.
0:34:46 > 0:34:48- It's his first show.
0:34:51 > 0:34:54- The judge prefers heavier horses.
0:34:55 > 0:34:58- This is just the start - of his education.
0:35:02 > 0:35:03- Is this a mare?
0:35:04 > 0:35:07- Yes - a young filly - who was bred in Newport, Gwent.
0:35:08 > 0:35:10- She's an Irish Draught cross.
0:35:10 > 0:35:11- As a foal...
0:35:12 > 0:35:17- ..the lady who bred her wanted - to show her at The Royal Dublin.
0:35:17 > 0:35:20- We went over - to the Royal Dublin Show...
0:35:20 > 0:35:25- ..with our Welsh Irish Draught - and we won at the show in Dublin.
0:35:28 > 0:35:31- Is she ready, - or is there more work to be done?
0:35:32 > 0:35:35- I must put make-up on her face - and marks on her bottom.
0:35:36 > 0:35:37- Let's go for it.
0:35:43 > 0:35:46- You have a go on the other side.
0:35:50 > 0:35:51- Cut that corner.
0:35:53 > 0:35:55- You've gone too far back.
0:35:56 > 0:35:57- See the difference?
0:35:57 > 0:35:58- See the difference?- - Yes.
0:35:59 > 0:36:00- Up here...
0:36:02 > 0:36:03- ..and down there.
0:36:03 > 0:36:05- Yes.
0:36:05 > 0:36:07- That's a good one.
0:36:07 > 0:36:08- Another one?
0:36:08 > 0:36:09- Another one?- - Yes.
0:36:12 > 0:36:14- That's good. I can see it.
0:36:19 > 0:36:23- When the judge stands behind her, - he sees a nice, round shape.
0:36:23 > 0:36:25- J Lo arse!
0:36:37 > 0:36:42- Each of the 20-plus horses Wyn - entered in the Pembrokeshire Show...
0:36:42 > 0:36:44- ..won a rosette.
0:36:47 > 0:36:51- Brechfa Brynach was crowned - Coloured Champion this week...
0:36:52 > 0:36:56- ..and Brechfa Cai was crowned - Working Hunter Champion.
0:36:59 > 0:37:04- That means Wyn has two horses - entered in the Supreme Championship.
0:37:04 > 0:37:09- Matthew Davies on Brechfa Brynach - and Jody Sole on Brechfa Cai.
0:37:17 > 0:37:21- This is the culmination - of months of your hard work.
0:37:21 > 0:37:23- How do you feel?
0:37:25 > 0:37:27- We've had a really good season - up to now.
0:37:28 > 0:37:31- Whatever happens today, - it'll be a bonus.
0:37:39 > 0:37:41- That's the winner.
0:37:41 > 0:37:43- Gemma Paxford and the Section C.
0:37:43 > 0:37:44- From where?
0:37:44 > 0:37:46- From where?- - Gloucester.
0:37:46 > 0:37:51- Welsh cobs have travelled to England - and they're beating us!
0:37:52 > 0:37:53- He's a handsome horse.
0:37:54 > 0:37:56- Yes. He deserved to win.
0:37:56 > 0:37:58- He holds himself beautifully.
0:37:59 > 0:38:02- That was a really strong class.
0:38:03 > 0:38:05- Is he a stallion?
0:38:05 > 0:38:06- Yes.
0:38:07 > 0:38:10- I hope so, at least, - or he needs to see a vet!
0:38:11 > 0:38:14- Pembrokeshire County Show - has been successful.
0:38:15 > 0:38:16- Yes, definitely.
0:38:17 > 0:38:20- We had eight champions, - two reserve champions...
0:38:20 > 0:38:23- ..and several seconds and thirds.
0:38:23 > 0:38:26- Yes - it's been really successful.
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0:38:38 > 0:38:38- Subtitles
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0:38:45 > 0:38:50- In this programme, we focus on the - producer of show horses, Wyn Morris.
0:38:50 > 0:38:53- We've seen him competing in shows...
0:38:53 > 0:38:57- ..but Wyn is the boss - here, at Sennybridge Show.
0:38:58 > 0:38:59- He's a judge today.
0:39:01 > 0:39:07- Shows like this are important to - people who live in the countryside.
0:39:07 > 0:39:12- The ponies and horses here today - can go on to win at the Royal Welsh.
0:39:12 > 0:39:15- There are - good classes of horses here.
0:39:16 > 0:39:21- People love to come to small shows - to prepare for the big ones.
0:39:26 > 0:39:30- Hunters Riding (Small Hunter)
0:39:30 > 0:39:34- The horses enter the ring, - then they begin by walking around.
0:39:35 > 0:39:37- I like a horse which walks well.
0:39:38 > 0:39:41- It must walk - as though it means business.
0:39:41 > 0:39:44- Not ambling along.
0:39:44 > 0:39:46- I ask them to trot...
0:39:48 > 0:39:49- ..and then to canter.
0:39:50 > 0:39:52- Maybe a gallop.
0:39:57 > 0:40:00- I'll check their legs - to make sure they're clean.
0:40:08 > 0:40:11- They're two really nice horses.
0:40:11 > 0:40:16- One behaved better than the other - and that's what swung my decision.
0:40:19 > 0:40:21- It was close.
0:40:27 > 0:40:29- The next class is a bit of fun.
0:40:31 > 0:40:34- It's a class for children - on lead rein ponies.
0:40:34 > 0:40:38- They're not strong enough - to ride off the lead rein.
0:40:38 > 0:40:40- It's a fun way - for children to start.
0:40:46 > 0:40:50- I enjoy judging classes for children - because they're the future.
0:40:51 > 0:40:55- They'll take over from us - and they're talented.
0:40:55 > 0:40:59- I've been a judge at a few - local shows in recent weeks...
0:40:59 > 0:41:03- ..and I've seen improvement - in many of the children.
0:41:03 > 0:41:06- It shows - they're willing to listen...
0:41:07 > 0:41:11- ..and they don't sulk when you - point out what they're doing wrong.
0:41:12 > 0:41:15- They come back to learn more - and it means a lot.
0:41:23 > 0:41:28- In Wyn's equine calendar, the show - season leads to the hunting season.
0:41:29 > 0:41:32- Hunts are an integral part - of country life.
0:41:32 > 0:41:35- They're a good way - to keep horses fit...
0:41:36 > 0:41:40- ..and ready - for point-to-point races.
0:41:41 > 0:41:46- Wyn, a Pembrokeshire Hunt Master, - invited me to the season opener.
0:41:48 > 0:41:53- The dress is traditional - red for - the masters and black for me.
0:41:54 > 0:41:56- This will be my first hunt.
0:41:57 > 0:41:59- Everyone's arrived.
0:41:59 > 0:42:01- I'm not sure about this, - but we'll see.
0:42:01 > 0:42:03- There's a lot here.
0:42:04 > 0:42:08- Everyone's having a tot of whisky - or brandy before the off...
0:42:08 > 0:42:10- ..to settle the nerves.
0:42:10 > 0:42:12- I asked for a bottle!
0:42:12 > 0:42:14- I'll feel better once we get going.
0:42:21 > 0:42:25- Fox hunting - is now illegal, of course.
0:42:26 > 0:42:31- Before the hunt sets off, a scent - is dragged over the fields...
0:42:31 > 0:42:33- ..and that's what attracts the dogs.
0:42:34 > 0:42:37- Apparently, - lion urine works really well.
0:42:47 > 0:42:48- You go first.
0:42:49 > 0:42:50- Are you sure?
0:42:50 > 0:42:52- Thanks for that!
0:42:53 > 0:42:55- Through the river we go.
0:42:55 > 0:42:57- # Gee up, little horse #
0:42:59 > 0:43:01- Hey! Good boy.
0:43:09 > 0:43:12- One little jump - across the river so far.
0:43:12 > 0:43:13- It was fine.
0:43:14 > 0:43:15- Nobody's fallen off.
0:43:15 > 0:43:17- We'll see.
0:43:17 > 0:43:19- My confidence will grow as we go.
0:43:20 > 0:43:22- Oh!
0:43:22 > 0:43:24- Here we go.
0:43:54 > 0:43:56- You did really well, fair play.
0:43:57 > 0:43:59- I had hoped - to see you hit the ground!
0:43:59 > 0:44:03- Not to hurt yourself, obviously. - Just for fun!
0:44:03 > 0:44:06- I enjoyed it - and everyone's been friendly.
0:44:06 > 0:44:10- But I'm not sure how - I'm going to drive home after this!
0:44:13 > 0:44:15- It's already starting to hurt.
0:44:15 > 0:44:17- Are you alright?
0:44:17 > 0:44:19- HE LAUGHS
0:44:21 > 0:44:25- I last saw Wyn - at The Pembrokeshire County Show...
0:44:25 > 0:44:28- ..to explore unfamiliar territory.
0:44:28 > 0:44:30- Today, I'm more comfortable...
0:44:30 > 0:44:35- ..because I'm here to talk to Wyn - about point-to-point races.
0:44:41 > 0:44:43- The equine calendar is perpetual.
0:44:44 > 0:44:47- The hunting - and point-to-point seasons...
0:44:47 > 0:44:51- ..both take place - from winter to late spring.
0:44:51 > 0:44:55- Every horse which runs - in a point-to-point race...
0:44:55 > 0:44:59- ..must have participated - in four hunts that season.
0:45:03 > 0:45:07- Preparations for point-to-point - races continue in Llandre Ganol...
0:45:07 > 0:45:11- ..and though mine and Wyn's - racing days are over...
0:45:11 > 0:45:15- ..it's nice to be able to share - some experiences.
0:45:17 > 0:45:20- Wyn, describe point-to-point racing.
0:45:20 > 0:45:21- Wyn, describe point-to-point racing.- - It all began years ago.
0:45:22 > 0:45:26- People raced their horses - from one village church to the next.
0:45:26 > 0:45:30- It was a way for farmers - to race their own horses.
0:45:30 > 0:45:34- They weren't thoroughbreds back then - but things have changed.
0:45:35 > 0:45:38- It's a sport - which I enjoy immensely.
0:45:40 > 0:45:42- I really do enjoy it.
0:45:43 > 0:45:47- I show horses - because that's what pays the bills.
0:45:47 > 0:45:51- I do point-to-point - because I really enjoy it.
0:45:52 > 0:45:57- I enjoy taking a horse which has - perhaps had too much running...
0:45:59 > 0:46:02- ..and bringing it back - to win in point-to-point.
0:46:03 > 0:46:05- Were you a rider?
0:46:05 > 0:46:07- Yes, I can say I was a jockey.
0:46:07 > 0:46:10- Not much of a jockey, - but I did do it.
0:46:10 > 0:46:13- I was desperate to do it...
0:46:13 > 0:46:15- ..and I did it.
0:46:15 > 0:46:18- I enjoyed every minute, - even when I hit the ground!
0:46:19 > 0:46:20- I loved it.
0:46:21 > 0:46:23- It's the most fun - you can have on a horse.
0:46:24 > 0:46:26- When you go to the races...
0:46:27 > 0:46:31- ..and you hear the hooves - getting closer and then passing.
0:46:31 > 0:46:35- You're in the middle of that noise - and you face 18 jumps.
0:46:40 > 0:46:44- You didn't look like you'd retired - when I saw you on Hunky Dory.
0:46:44 > 0:46:46- I enjoy doing the work at home.
0:46:47 > 0:46:51- I suppose that's what I enjoyed - right from the start...
0:46:52 > 0:46:54- ..and I should have left it there!
0:46:55 > 0:46:59- The day I have to stop - riding them at home...
0:46:59 > 0:47:02- ..is the day - the time has come to stop it all.
0:47:04 > 0:47:06- I enjoy every minute of it.
0:47:07 > 0:47:08- You don't dwell on that, do you?
0:47:08 > 0:47:10- You don't dwell on that, do you?- - No. I'm too simple for that!
0:47:12 > 0:47:14- You've got to have fun.
0:47:31 > 0:47:34- S4C subtitles by Eirlys A Jones
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