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0:00:01 > 0:00:02- Welcome to Codi Pac.
0:00:02 > 0:00:05- I, Geraint Hardy, will be travelling - all around Wales...
0:00:06 > 0:00:07- ..to find some of our treasures.
0:00:08 > 0:00:11- If you want a weekend away, - you needn't travel far.
0:00:11 > 0:00:13- It's all on the doorstep.
0:00:13 > 0:00:16- Places to eat, places to stay, - things to do and see.
0:00:17 > 0:00:19- They're all here on Codi Pac.
0:00:26 > 0:00:29- I need a few things - for this journey. They're all here.
0:00:29 > 0:00:33- I have a notebook, pamphlets, - an orange camera...
0:00:33 > 0:00:37- ..a mobile phone, water, bag - and a car.
0:00:37 > 0:00:41- I don't need my passport - because I'm staying in Wales.
0:00:42 > 0:00:46- Wales may be small but there's - plenty to do and see here.
0:00:46 > 0:00:48- Over the next six programmes...
0:00:48 > 0:00:51- ..I'll be visiting six different - locations.
0:00:51 > 0:00:55- From Wrexham to Machynlleth, - from Beaumaris to Merthyr Tydfil.
0:00:56 > 0:00:59- I'll be looking at places to stay - and places to eat.
0:00:59 > 0:01:03- I'll find out a little local - history and try out some activities.
0:01:05 > 0:01:09- From the exciting to the relaxed, - there'll be something for everyone.
0:01:13 > 0:01:15- For help - following the programme...
0:01:15 > 0:01:18- ..head to the website - or search for the Dal Ati app.
0:01:22 > 0:01:24- This week, I'm at Betws-y-Coed.
0:01:25 > 0:01:29- It's a temporary resting place for - hikers a haven for adventurers...
0:01:29 > 0:01:32- ..the gateway to Snowdonia and much, - much more.
0:01:34 > 0:01:39- Betws means chapel of ease, - a small church or house of prayer.
0:01:39 > 0:01:42- Betws-y-Coed means - a house of prayer in the trees.
0:01:43 > 0:01:46- It's a convenient place - to stay in North Wales.
0:01:46 > 0:01:52- Before I go to look for my hotel, I - went for a stroll with Edmwnd Rees.
0:01:52 > 0:01:54- He works - at the local welcome centre.
0:01:55 > 0:01:58- He knows quite a bit - about the village's history.
0:02:00 > 0:02:03- Edmwnd, - we've gone past the train station.
0:02:03 > 0:02:05- Where are we headed next?
0:02:05 > 0:02:07- Where are we headed next?- - We're just passing the old church.
0:02:07 > 0:02:10- St Michael's Old Church is - Betws-y-Coed's original church.
0:02:12 > 0:02:15- It dates back to the 14th Century.
0:02:15 > 0:02:18- There was probably - a church here before then.
0:02:18 > 0:02:22- She does get used but she doesn't - belong to the Church in Wales.
0:02:22 > 0:02:25- The Friends of St Michael's Church - look after it.
0:02:25 > 0:02:29- They hold services here. A candlelit - service at Christmas time.
0:02:29 > 0:02:32- And on St Michael's Day - in September.
0:02:34 > 0:02:38- Here we are - nearing the first bridge.
0:02:38 > 0:02:40- Yes, the suspension bridge.
0:02:41 > 0:02:45- Am I right to say that this was - the main way in to Betws-y-Coed?
0:02:45 > 0:02:47- Yes, it was one of the main ways...
0:02:47 > 0:02:50- ..for people to come to the church - in Betws-y-Coed.
0:02:50 > 0:02:53- People could make their way over - to Pont Y Pair.
0:02:53 > 0:02:56- The road came around the mountain - over from Capel Garmon.
0:02:57 > 0:02:59- They'd cross the river here - on stepping stones.
0:03:00 > 0:03:03- Those would be dangerous, - particularly when there was a flood.
0:03:03 > 0:03:05- During the first world war...
0:03:06 > 0:03:10- ..soldiers from the Royal Engineers - were billeted here.
0:03:10 > 0:03:13- They built a wooden bridge across - the river here.
0:03:13 > 0:03:17- It was short-lived. I think it was - taken away in a flood in the 1920s.
0:03:20 > 0:03:24- This bridge was then built - in 1930 by the town council.
0:03:31 > 0:03:35- Is there a history to when tourists - started coming to Betws-y-Coed.
0:03:35 > 0:03:40- I would have thought it started - during the Napoleonic Wars.
0:03:41 > 0:03:44- Before then, it was traditional - for rich people...
0:03:45 > 0:03:47- ..to go on a grand tour of Europe.
0:03:47 > 0:03:51- That period of war - brought an end to that.
0:03:51 > 0:03:54- People turned to places - in this country to visit.
0:03:54 > 0:03:58- The Lake District and Snowdonia - were popular.
0:03:59 > 0:04:03- As a result of all these people - touring North Wales...
0:04:03 > 0:04:06- ..a lot of artists came - to stay in Betws-y-Coed.
0:04:06 > 0:04:11- Famous people like David Cox stayed - at the Royal Oak and other places.
0:04:11 > 0:04:16- They would make paintings - and then people would see them.
0:04:16 > 0:04:20- When the railway came - to Betws in 1868...
0:04:20 > 0:04:26- ..that enabled more ordinary people - to come here on holiday.
0:04:26 > 0:04:29- Most of the artists - were from wealthy families.
0:04:30 > 0:04:34- Different people came then - and the village grew.
0:04:34 > 0:04:36- It grew to the size you see now.
0:04:36 > 0:04:41- Most of the buildings were built - shortly after the railway came here.
0:04:41 > 0:04:45- A lot of people have done - the hike that I'm doing today.
0:04:45 > 0:04:48- Where do I go next, - for which bridge do I aim?
0:04:48 > 0:04:53- You can head up towards Pont Y Pair. - It crosses the Llugwy river.
0:04:53 > 0:04:55- That's the oldest bridge - in the village.
0:04:56 > 0:04:58- It dates back to the 15th Century.
0:04:58 > 0:05:01- If you want to do - an additional two miles...
0:05:01 > 0:05:04- ..you can head up the river - to Miners bridge.
0:05:04 > 0:05:08- That's a wooden bridge - built on an old roman road.
0:05:08 > 0:05:10- I've got quite a journey - ahead of me today.
0:05:11 > 0:05:13- It's a wonderful day - so why not go for it.
0:05:13 > 0:05:16- Thanks very much, Edmwnd - for the history and advice.
0:05:17 > 0:05:18- Are you heading back to the office?
0:05:18 > 0:05:20- Are you heading back to the office?- - Yes. It was nice to meet you.
0:05:20 > 0:05:23- Good luck with the programme - and your journey.
0:05:25 > 0:05:27- It's great to meet local people.
0:05:27 > 0:05:30- They're full of interesting - and useful local knowledge.
0:05:32 > 0:05:34- Betws is a beautiful village.
0:05:34 > 0:05:38- The Conwy and Llugwy rivers - are very popular attractions.
0:05:41 > 0:05:43- Waterloo bridge - is well worth seeing.
0:05:43 > 0:05:45- It was built by Thomas Telford.
0:05:49 > 0:05:53- I'm walking out of the village, - past Pont Y Pair.
0:05:53 > 0:05:56- It's worth pausing here - to enjoy the views.
0:06:08 > 0:06:10- I head further - along the Llugwy river...
0:06:10 > 0:06:13- ..toward another bridge - that's worth a look.
0:06:13 > 0:06:16- The Miners Bridge - was originally built...
0:06:16 > 0:06:19- ..for the men who worked - at the nearby lead mines.
0:06:24 > 0:06:26- It's the perfect spot - to take a photograph.
0:06:41 > 0:06:43- After visiting the Miners Bridge...
0:06:43 > 0:06:47- ..it's worth making the effort - to visit the Swallow Falls.
0:06:47 > 0:06:50- It's around three miles to the west - of Betws-y-Coed.
0:06:50 > 0:06:54- It's been a popular attraction - since the 19th Century.
0:06:55 > 0:06:57- Without a doubt, it's stunning.
0:06:57 > 0:07:00- It's the perfect end - to a wonderful hike.
0:07:00 > 0:07:03- This really is beautiful.
0:07:03 > 0:07:07- The next step of my journey - is the Olif Hotel.
0:07:07 > 0:07:10- I've seen people throw coins - into the water.
0:07:10 > 0:07:12- Why not.
0:07:25 > 0:07:26- After my long hike...
0:07:27 > 0:07:31- ..I can't think of a better place - to put my head down than Olif hotel.
0:07:31 > 0:07:34- This guesthouse is also - a Welsh tapas restaurant.
0:07:35 > 0:07:38- It is apparently Betws-y-Coed's - first boutique town house.
0:07:40 > 0:07:44- Each en-suite bedroom - has been designed individually.
0:07:44 > 0:07:46- Mine is on the top floor.
0:07:50 > 0:07:52- I'm already happy!
0:07:53 > 0:07:55- Look at this. - This looks like a French bed.
0:07:56 > 0:07:57- There's Welsh tapestry on the bed.
0:07:58 > 0:08:00- There's plenty of light in the room.
0:08:00 > 0:08:03- This is clever, - rather than fitting a cupboard...
0:08:03 > 0:08:07- ..they've kept it fresh and clean - with a pole to hang your clothes.
0:08:08 > 0:08:11- Let's check out the bathroom. - It's nice and modern.
0:08:12 > 0:08:17- There's a wonderful shower here. - Dear me, check out this bath!
0:08:20 > 0:08:21- In addition to bedrooms...
0:08:22 > 0:08:25- ..the restaurant is decorated simply - with open fireplaces...
0:08:26 > 0:08:29- ..wooden floors - and tasteful furniture.
0:08:30 > 0:08:35- Mari and Aubrey Martin-Matthews - own this wonderful place.
0:08:35 > 0:08:39- Mari was raised in Manchester - by her Welsh-speaking family...
0:08:39 > 0:08:41- ..who are originally from Lleyn.
0:08:41 > 0:08:41- ..who are originally from Lleyn.- - For years, we've considered - opening a bed and breakfast.
0:08:41 > 0:08:45- For years, we've considered - opening a bed and breakfast.
0:08:45 > 0:08:49- We collected recipes for years with - a view to opening a restaurant.
0:08:50 > 0:08:53- We saw this place - and thought this was it.
0:08:54 > 0:08:57- We decided that to start, - we'd open a bed and breakfast.
0:08:58 > 0:09:02- When we saw this place, - it was nothing like it is now...
0:09:02 > 0:09:09- We thought, it'll be a lot of work - because we had to redo everything...
0:09:09 > 0:09:12- ..every wall, everything.
0:09:12 > 0:09:14- It took time for us to do it.
0:09:15 > 0:09:16- I thought it was worth it.
0:09:17 > 0:09:21- I've noticed that a lot of the - things you have here are from Wales.
0:09:22 > 0:09:23- Was that a deliberate choice?
0:09:24 > 0:09:28- We thought it was important to make - sure that we used local produce.
0:09:29 > 0:09:31- We wanted to support - local businesses.
0:09:32 > 0:09:36- The quality of food in North Wales - and throughout Wales is amazing.
0:09:40 > 0:09:43- We use Welsh produce - for everything we can.
0:09:43 > 0:09:47- We heard about this guy - who produced Welsh chorizo.
0:09:48 > 0:09:50- I thought why don't we do tapas.
0:09:50 > 0:09:57- Then we can do all kinds of things - to show off the Welsh food.
0:09:57 > 0:10:00- We can showcase them - in different ways.
0:10:00 > 0:10:03- We wanted to do something - a little more quirky.
0:10:03 > 0:10:07- Thanks for the chat, Mari - and thanks for letting me stay.
0:10:08 > 0:10:09- Thank you.
0:10:10 > 0:10:13- There are plenty of places - to stay at Betws-y-Coed.
0:10:14 > 0:10:16- Like this place.
0:10:16 > 0:10:20- This is the Vagabond Bunkhouse. - A lot of mountain bikers stay here.
0:10:20 > 0:10:24- A lot of young people stay here. - There are also family rooms.
0:10:24 > 0:10:27- The important question is, who gets - the top bunk.
0:10:34 > 0:10:37- People from all over the world - have signed this flag.
0:10:37 > 0:10:40- I think it's important - for Codi Pac to sign it too.
0:10:52 > 0:10:55- We move on now to - The Ferns Guesthouse.
0:10:56 > 0:10:59- It's run by Sarah Jones - who is learning Welsh.
0:11:02 > 0:11:05- Sarah, we're here at your hotel, - The Ferns.
0:11:05 > 0:11:07- Thanks for the welcome.
0:11:07 > 0:11:09- For how long - have you been learning Welsh?
0:11:10 > 0:11:14- I've been learning Welsh - for six years.
0:11:14 > 0:11:16- From where do you come, originally?
0:11:17 > 0:11:20- Originally, I lived in Oxford.
0:11:21 > 0:11:24- Did you move here to Betws-y-Coed - to run the hotel?
0:11:25 > 0:11:29- Yes, my husband and I - wanted to run the hotel.
0:11:29 > 0:11:31- We also wanted a change.
0:11:31 > 0:11:34- Do a lot of people come here - from abroad?
0:11:34 > 0:11:38- People from all over the world - come to stay here.
0:11:38 > 0:11:40- We get a lot of people here...
0:11:40 > 0:11:43- ..who have travelled across - the sea to The Ferns.
0:11:46 > 0:11:50- A lot of people come - from the Midlands.
0:11:50 > 0:11:53- Around two years ago...
0:11:53 > 0:11:57- ..I had a lady from Japan - was staying at the house.
0:11:58 > 0:12:04- It was quite interesting because - the woman was learning Welsh.
0:12:04 > 0:12:06- She was from Japan and spoke Welsh.
0:12:06 > 0:12:08- She'd learned like you.
0:12:08 > 0:12:09- She'd learned like you.- - Yeah.
0:12:11 > 0:12:13- I was impressed.
0:12:15 > 0:12:18- What's the best thing about - Betws-y-Coed in your opinion?
0:12:19 > 0:12:21- Why do people come here?
0:12:21 > 0:12:24- There are a lot of things to do - in the village.
0:12:25 > 0:12:27- You can go walking in the forest.
0:12:28 > 0:12:30- You can walk along the river.
0:12:32 > 0:12:34- You can play in the orchard.
0:12:35 > 0:12:41- Of course, a lot of people - want to walk up Snowdon.
0:12:41 > 0:12:45- For you, do you speak Welsh - in and around the village?
0:12:46 > 0:12:47- Of course.
0:12:48 > 0:12:49- I try.
0:12:49 > 0:12:53- I like speaking Welsh with - the ladies in the newspaper shop.
0:12:53 > 0:12:59- I like to speak Welsh with the - ladies in Spar...
0:12:59 > 0:13:02- ..when I'm buying bread and cakes.
0:13:03 > 0:13:06- What advice would you give someone - who wants to learn Welsh?
0:13:07 > 0:13:12- I'm not sure what the Welsh is - but in English, go for it.
0:13:12 > 0:13:13- "Cer amdani" - go for it.
0:13:13 > 0:13:15- "Cer amdani" - go for it.- - Go for it.
0:13:15 > 0:13:19- There's one thing I like to do which - is take a picture, can I do that?
0:13:19 > 0:13:19- Yes.
0:13:19 > 0:13:21- Yes.- - OK, one, two, three.
0:13:22 > 0:13:26- If you need more information about - places to stay head to our website.
0:13:28 > 0:13:30- Ah, great. Wonderful.
0:13:30 > 0:13:32- Great. Lovely.
0:13:34 > 0:13:38- After a wonderful day in - Betws-y-Coed, I'm a little tired.
0:13:39 > 0:13:42- I'm lucky I can escape - back to the hotel.
0:13:44 > 0:13:47- I've had a nice relaxed day today - in sunny Betws-y-Coed.
0:13:48 > 0:13:50- In part two, - things get more exciting.
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0:14:03 > 0:14:06- After a good night's sleep, - I'm looking forward...
0:14:06 > 0:14:09- ..to another busy day - in Betws-y-Coed.
0:14:09 > 0:14:10- First things first, breakfast!
0:14:10 > 0:14:11- First things first, breakfast!- - Good morning!
0:14:12 > 0:14:13- Here we go.
0:14:13 > 0:14:14- Great, thanks.
0:14:15 > 0:14:17- I'll put the toast there - for a minute.
0:14:17 > 0:14:20- It's a nice day, isn't it?
0:14:20 > 0:14:22- Yes. What are you up to today?
0:14:22 > 0:14:23- Have you planned?
0:14:23 > 0:14:27- I'm going to Zipworld today. - A bit of an adventure today.
0:14:27 > 0:14:30- Eat that and rest up for a little.
0:14:30 > 0:14:31- Thanks very much, Mari.
0:14:31 > 0:14:32- Thanks very much, Mari.- - Sauce?
0:14:33 > 0:14:35- I'm fine, thanks.
0:14:36 > 0:14:39- Traditionally, it's the incredible - views and mountains...
0:14:40 > 0:14:43- ..that attracted people to this part - of North Wales.
0:14:43 > 0:14:46- People come here - to walk and climb mountains...
0:14:46 > 0:14:49- ..and to enjoy - the breathtaking beaches.
0:14:49 > 0:14:54- There are now new activities which - appeal to a new breed of tourist.
0:14:57 > 0:15:01- I'm looking forward to learning more - in the company of Rhys Watkin.
0:15:02 > 0:15:04- Can you explain what Zipworld is?
0:15:04 > 0:15:08- It's a company that offers - alternative experiences.
0:15:10 > 0:15:12- There are three different locations.
0:15:13 > 0:15:16- Can you explain the difference - between the three locations?
0:15:16 > 0:15:19- This is Zipworld Fforest - outside Betws-y-Coed.
0:15:21 > 0:15:24- We offer a lot of experiences - up in the trees.
0:15:24 > 0:15:27- We have a location in Bethesda - in Penrhyn Quarry.
0:15:27 > 0:15:31- That's where the long Zipworld line - that everyone's seen is.
0:15:33 > 0:15:36- We also have the slate caverns - in Blaenau Ffestiniog.
0:15:37 > 0:15:39- They're similar - just set in old caves.
0:15:39 > 0:15:42- A lot of fun. - You're open all year too.
0:15:43 > 0:15:48- If people travel from far, they can - get here from the village for free.
0:15:50 > 0:15:53- We offer a park and ride - from Betws-y-Coed.
0:15:56 > 0:15:58- If you fancy coming to Fforest...
0:15:58 > 0:16:01- ..you can jump in the park and ride - and come on up.
0:16:03 > 0:16:05- It looks like a lot of fun.
0:16:05 > 0:16:06- Where do we start?
0:16:07 > 0:16:08- We'll start on the nets.
0:16:11 > 0:16:12- Let's go for it.
0:16:15 > 0:16:16- There's a bounce, isn't there.
0:16:20 > 0:16:23- You're better at bouncing.
0:16:23 > 0:16:25- The corners are the trick.
0:16:25 > 0:16:27- The corners are the trick.- - The corners are hard.
0:16:28 > 0:16:31- As you can see, there are paths - that go around the forest.
0:16:32 > 0:16:35- They lead to larger squares - like this square.
0:16:40 > 0:16:43- In some of the squares or rooms - there are balls.
0:16:49 > 0:16:50- High knees! Boom boom!
0:16:56 > 0:16:58- If you do come here - with your children...
0:16:59 > 0:17:01- ..I'll say one thing, - it's hard work.
0:17:03 > 0:17:04- I'm out of breath.
0:17:08 > 0:17:10- A tip from the top, - once you are tired...
0:17:11 > 0:17:14- ..this is the perfect place - to lie down and enjoy the view.
0:17:22 > 0:17:24- I don't need a hotel. - I'll just sleep here.
0:17:27 > 0:17:30- There's traffic on the road, - down I go!
0:17:31 > 0:17:33- Excuse me, excuse me.
0:17:41 > 0:17:44- Since I was a young child, - I have always enjoyed slides.
0:17:44 > 0:17:47- There's only one way - to finish the journey. Bye!
0:17:50 > 0:17:53- Rhys, that's amazing.
0:17:53 > 0:17:56- There is one small thing left.
0:17:56 > 0:17:56- Yes, the plummet.
0:17:56 > 0:17:58- Yes, the plummet.- - The plummet.
0:17:58 > 0:17:58- Ready?
0:17:58 > 0:17:59- Ready?- - Yes.
0:18:02 > 0:18:04- Before plummeting, - you have to climb.
0:18:05 > 0:18:07- You climb a 106-foot high tree.
0:18:08 > 0:18:11- One, two, three.
0:18:18 > 0:18:19- Oh, that's horrible.
0:18:20 > 0:18:23- Thank heavens I'm safe.
0:18:31 > 0:18:35- After all that excitement, - I'm pretty hungry.
0:18:35 > 0:18:39- There's plenty of choice of places - to eat here in Betws-y-Coed.
0:18:39 > 0:18:43- There's a wonderful coffee shop - near the old station.
0:18:43 > 0:18:48- Or you can enjoy the atmosphere - of an old-fashioned train carriage.
0:18:48 > 0:18:51- After the excitement of Zipworld, - where better to relax...
0:18:51 > 0:18:53- ..than Betws-y-Coed's pizzeria.
0:18:54 > 0:18:57- There's a warm welcome - to everyone in the family.
0:18:57 > 0:19:02- A percentage of their profits go - toward protecting wild animals...
0:19:02 > 0:19:04- ..like the orangutan.
0:19:04 > 0:19:08- If it's a cold day, they have - blankets so you can sit outside.
0:19:08 > 0:19:11- As it's warm today, - I'm going to sunbathe!
0:19:20 > 0:19:22- On the other hand, - if you enjoy ugly houses...
0:19:22 > 0:19:25- ..there's one outside the village.
0:19:31 > 0:19:33- If pub grub is more your thing...
0:19:34 > 0:19:37- ..the Ty Gwyn is on the edge of - the village next to Waterloo bridge.
0:19:38 > 0:19:42- A warm, cosy place that offers - traditional fare.
0:19:45 > 0:19:47- Bye!
0:19:49 > 0:19:51- It's been a full day - to say the least.
0:19:51 > 0:19:53- I've had some food.
0:19:53 > 0:19:56- I'm travelling in style now.
0:19:56 > 0:19:58- I'm on Betws-y-Coed's - small steam train.
0:19:59 > 0:20:02- It's perfect for the family's big - kids, like me...
0:20:02 > 0:20:04- ..and the small kids too.
0:20:05 > 0:20:06- Choo, choo!
0:20:07 > 0:20:11- After relaxing on the steam train, - you can visit the museum.
0:20:12 > 0:20:15- There's plenty of history - and big kids' toys to enjoy.
0:20:26 > 0:20:30- Next, we're heading out - of Betws-y-Coed to Ffin y Parc.
0:20:31 > 0:20:34- It's a grand house - on the road to Llanrwst.
0:20:34 > 0:20:37- It's a unique place - that's worth a visit.
0:20:45 > 0:20:47- I've heard a lot about this place.
0:20:48 > 0:20:51- Everybody says it's worth a visit.
0:20:51 > 0:20:54- That's certainly true - as you walk in.
0:20:54 > 0:20:57- Look at these great stairs - and there's art on every wall.
0:20:58 > 0:21:02- Over here, there's a small - welcoming cafe in the sunlight.
0:21:03 > 0:21:06- It's peaceful, - relaxing and elegant.
0:21:06 > 0:21:09- It's all encompassed in one place.
0:21:10 > 0:21:12- This place is awesome.
0:21:24 > 0:21:27- Rowland, Ffin Y Parc - is an incredible building.
0:21:27 > 0:21:30- Can you tell us - some of the place's history.
0:21:30 > 0:21:32- We moved here around ten years ago.
0:21:32 > 0:21:35- We decided to open a gallery.
0:21:36 > 0:21:39- We're now in our sixth year.
0:21:39 > 0:21:42- We've had dozens - of different shows every year.
0:21:42 > 0:21:46- Every month, we take everything off - the walls and replace them all.
0:21:47 > 0:21:49- What kind of work - do you accept here?
0:21:49 > 0:21:51- Is there a theme?
0:21:51 > 0:21:55- The artist has to have - a link to Wales.
0:21:55 > 0:21:58- They've either lived here - or worked here.
0:21:58 > 0:22:01- Some of them paint landscape.
0:22:01 > 0:22:03- Some of them do portraits - or abstract art.
0:22:04 > 0:22:07- There's no overarching theme - for all the work.
0:22:08 > 0:22:11- But there must be something - to connect the artist with Wales.
0:22:11 > 0:22:13- It's wonderful.
0:22:13 > 0:22:17- What big or exciting names - have you had displayed here?
0:22:19 > 0:22:22- Chloe Holt, she's a young artist.
0:22:22 > 0:22:25- She's attracting - a lot of attention at the moment.
0:22:27 > 0:22:29- And then there's Elfyn Jones.
0:22:30 > 0:22:32- We also have Elfyn Lewis. - We have two Elfyns.
0:22:32 > 0:22:35- Elfyn Lewis is from Porthmadog, - his work is exciting.
0:22:36 > 0:22:38- He's won a gold medal - at the Eisteddfod.
0:22:38 > 0:22:42- A lot of people come here - once or twice a week.
0:22:42 > 0:22:46- There's a coffee shop here - so people come to sit and chat.
0:22:47 > 0:22:49- They see what's on the walls - and buy it.
0:22:49 > 0:22:51- What kind of food do you do?
0:22:51 > 0:22:53- We do tea and coffee.
0:22:53 > 0:22:56- There's a selection of cakes - every day.
0:22:56 > 0:22:58- We make everything here.
0:22:59 > 0:23:04- Between 12.00 and 2.30 we have - sandwiches, quiche.
0:23:04 > 0:23:07- There are specials every day.
0:23:07 > 0:23:11- There's soup or burgers or pasta - or salads, that kind of stuff.
0:23:12 > 0:23:15- Rowland, it's been a pleasure - to be here today.
0:23:15 > 0:23:19- I'm going to wander around - the place. Thanks for the chat.
0:23:41 > 0:23:45- It's been an adventure from start - to finish here in Betws-y-Coed.
0:23:45 > 0:23:47- I've found a haven.
0:23:47 > 0:23:50- A quiet place to look back - on my journey with a smile.
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0:24:02 > 0:24:04- For help to follow the programme...
0:24:05 > 0:24:07- ..visit the website - or look for the Dal Ati app.
0:24:09 > 0:24:12- Angharad and Megan Phillips - are twins...
0:24:12 > 0:24:17- ..and they've made a name for - themselves as table tennis players.
0:24:23 > 0:24:24- I'm Angharad.
0:24:24 > 0:24:26- I'm Angharad.- - And I'm Megan.
0:24:29 > 0:24:34- We're both 21 years old, but I'm - older than Angharad by one minute.
0:24:39 > 0:24:44- We got a table tennis table as a - Christmas present when we were ten.
0:24:45 > 0:24:46- We now play for Wales.
0:24:46 > 0:24:51- We represented our country in the - 2010 Commonwealth Games in India...
0:24:51 > 0:24:54- ..and in the - 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
0:24:58 > 0:25:01- Angharad and Megan, - you're university students.
0:25:02 > 0:25:03- Where do you study?
0:25:04 > 0:25:08- We're in our first year at Durham - studying Sociology.
0:25:09 > 0:25:11- Do you live together?
0:25:11 > 0:25:16- We live in the same college, but - there are 200 people in one college.
0:25:16 > 0:25:18- We see each other a lot...
0:25:18 > 0:25:22- ..but it's not as if - we live in a house together.
0:25:23 > 0:25:25- How often do you see each other?
0:25:25 > 0:25:31- We're doing the same course, so we - see each other at every lecture...
0:25:31 > 0:25:35- ..but we have a different group - of friends and that's a good thing.
0:25:36 > 0:25:38- It's nice - to spend a bit of time apart.
0:25:43 > 0:25:48- How much training do you do - for your table tennis?
0:25:48 > 0:25:52- Before we went to university, - we played all the time.
0:25:52 > 0:25:56- We played twice a day - and we went to the gym too.
0:25:56 > 0:26:00- Now that we're studying too, - we try to train whenever we can.
0:26:02 > 0:26:06- What sort of thing do you do - in training?
0:26:06 > 0:26:10- We usually train at the table, - so we work on different shots.
0:26:13 > 0:26:18- We also go to the gym - to work on our fitness...
0:26:19 > 0:26:21- ..and on our strength.
0:26:28 > 0:26:30- How popular is table tennis?
0:26:32 > 0:26:34- Not many Welsh people play...
0:26:35 > 0:26:39- ..but table tennis is the second - most popular sport in the world...
0:26:40 > 0:26:42- ..because so many Asians play it.
0:26:42 > 0:26:47- Hopefully, a lot more British people - will play one day.
0:26:47 > 0:26:50- How exactly do the rankings work?
0:26:50 > 0:26:53- It depends who you beat - in competitions.
0:26:54 > 0:26:59- The points you gain depend - on your opponent's world ranking.
0:26:59 > 0:27:03- At the moment, Megan is ranked - slightly higher than me...
0:27:03 > 0:27:05- ..and that's no fun at all!
0:27:06 > 0:27:08- I can work on that.
0:27:08 > 0:27:11- What are your current rankings?
0:27:11 > 0:27:16- I'm ranked number three in Wales - and Angharad is number four. Sorry!
0:27:16 > 0:27:18- Ooh!
0:27:18 > 0:27:21- I'm not sure - what my world ranking is...
0:27:21 > 0:27:24- ..but it's around 400 or 500.
0:27:28 > 0:27:32- Megan is a minute older than me, - but I don't see her as a big sister.
0:27:32 > 0:27:34- I don't let her boss me around.
0:27:34 > 0:27:36- I see her more as a friend.
0:27:39 > 0:27:43- I like spending time with Megan - because she's funny...
0:27:43 > 0:27:46- ..and she's kind, most of the time!
0:27:47 > 0:27:52- Megan, I'm sure you and Angharad - are always interviewed as a pair.
0:27:52 > 0:27:56- Is it sometimes nice to find some - peace and quiet in your bedroom?
0:27:57 > 0:27:59- Yes, it's nice to find some peace.
0:27:59 > 0:28:03- We do a lot together, but I do enjoy - being alone sometimes.
0:28:04 > 0:28:06- Tell me about your hobbies.
0:28:06 > 0:28:11- What do you enjoy doing beside - studying and playing table tennis?
0:28:11 > 0:28:16- I like several different sports - such as netball and hockey.
0:28:17 > 0:28:19- The two of us like football too.
0:28:19 > 0:28:23- I watch a lot of sport on TV - and I like watching films.
0:28:23 > 0:28:26- I also enjoy - socializing with my friends.
0:28:28 > 0:28:31- You celebrated your 21st birthday - a few months ago.
0:28:32 > 0:28:35- Yes, and it was nice - to celebrate with the family.
0:28:35 > 0:28:39- Mam and Dad organized - an amazing trip for us...
0:28:39 > 0:28:41- ..to watch Italy - play Wales at rugby.
0:28:42 > 0:28:43- That was an amazing trip.
0:28:43 > 0:28:47- Are you as keen on rugby - as those other sports?
0:28:47 > 0:28:51- We both really like rugby - and we love to watch Wales playing.
0:28:59 > 0:29:00- The little teddy up there...
0:29:01 > 0:29:04- ..bears the legend - 2001 National Eisteddfod.
0:29:05 > 0:29:08- Does that mean - you competed in eisteddfodau?
0:29:09 > 0:29:12- Yes, especially - when we were at junior school.
0:29:12 > 0:29:17- We were part of a recitation group - and we competed in gymnastics too.
0:29:19 > 0:29:23- You've been used to competing - from a young age.
0:29:24 > 0:29:30- Yes. We had the same interests and - we're naturally competitive people.
0:29:30 > 0:29:32- We competed as a pair too.
0:29:33 > 0:29:37- Is one of you - more competitive than the other?
0:29:37 > 0:29:41- No, I'd say that - we're both extremely competitive.
0:29:41 > 0:29:44- You both want to win - and that's the way it should be.
0:29:49 > 0:29:52- You're similar in many ways...
0:29:53 > 0:29:57- ..but your taste in music and films - is quite different.
0:29:58 > 0:30:01- Yes, we're very different - when it comes to music.
0:30:01 > 0:30:04- I like a lot of rock music...
0:30:05 > 0:30:09- ..but Angharad - likes 1980s and 1970s music.
0:30:09 > 0:30:13- Do you argue about music - when you travel to and from Durham?
0:30:13 > 0:30:17- Yes. We never want to listen - to each other's music.
0:30:17 > 0:30:18- It can be a bit awkward!
0:30:22 > 0:30:25- Other than your taste in music...
0:30:25 > 0:30:30- ..is there anything else - which really sets you apart?
0:30:30 > 0:30:33- Is there a really big difference - between you?
0:30:33 > 0:30:36- I'm more laid-back than Angharad...
0:30:36 > 0:30:39- ..but she wouldn't be happy - to hear me say that!
0:30:39 > 0:30:42- Maybe that's the main difference.
0:30:42 > 0:30:44- I'm a bit more laid-back.
0:30:44 > 0:30:47- Megan says - she's more laid-back than you.
0:30:48 > 0:30:49- Oh!
0:30:49 > 0:30:50- Is that true?
0:30:50 > 0:30:52- Is that true?- - I don't know. Maybe.
0:30:52 > 0:30:55- If I'm being honest...
0:30:55 > 0:30:59- ..she copes better than me - in a crisis.
0:30:59 > 0:31:03- I get in more of a panic - than she does, unfortunately.
0:31:03 > 0:31:07- Our personalities - are pretty similar.
0:31:07 > 0:31:11- I may be slightly more sarcastic - than her at times.
0:31:14 > 0:31:18- Table tennis took up most of - our time when we were growing up...
0:31:18 > 0:31:24- ..but now we're at university, - we have time to do different things.
0:31:25 > 0:31:28- Meg has done more sports, - like netball and hockey...
0:31:29 > 0:31:31- ..and I've taken an interest - in drama.
0:31:32 > 0:31:36- It's strange to see how we've - developed different interests...
0:31:36 > 0:31:41- ..even though we shared the same - experiences when we were growing up.
0:31:42 > 0:31:44- What aspect of drama attracts you?
0:31:44 > 0:31:46- Acting and performing?
0:31:46 > 0:31:50- In a sense, you have to perform - when you play table tennis.
0:31:51 > 0:31:53- Yes, it's similar in a way.
0:31:53 > 0:31:57- I've played table tennis - in front of hundreds of people...
0:31:57 > 0:32:00- ..at the Commonwealth Games.
0:32:00 > 0:32:03- I also enjoy being on stage - in front of lots of people.
0:32:04 > 0:32:09- Do the people in your drama classes - know about your background?
0:32:09 > 0:32:14- Do they know about your huge success - in the table tennis world?
0:32:15 > 0:32:18- They found out in dribs and drabs.
0:32:18 > 0:32:20- They had no idea when I joined...
0:32:20 > 0:32:25- ..and it was nice to do - something different with new people.
0:32:25 > 0:32:28- The best thing - about going to university...
0:32:28 > 0:32:32- ..is being able to try new things.
0:32:36 > 0:32:40- This is where you train - when you're at home.
0:32:41 > 0:32:43- This room could tell some stories!
0:32:44 > 0:32:49- Yes, this is where I took - my first-ever table tennis shot.
0:32:49 > 0:32:53- I thought you had to serve - like you do in tennis...
0:32:53 > 0:32:56- ..so the ball shot across the room!
0:32:56 > 0:33:00- You'd never have imagined - I'd end up playing for Wales!
0:33:00 > 0:33:03- We've spent a lot of time - training here.
0:33:05 > 0:33:10- If your parents hadn't bought this - table for you all those years ago...
0:33:10 > 0:33:15- ..what sport do you think - you'd have taken up?
0:33:16 > 0:33:19- I wanted to be an athlete - when I was little.
0:33:20 > 0:33:25- I saw Kelly Holmes win two golds in - Athens and I wanted to emulate her.
0:33:26 > 0:33:29- I think I could have ended up - doing any sport.
0:33:29 > 0:33:34- I really wanted to go to the - Commonwealth Games doing anything.
0:33:35 > 0:33:37- It's lucky we got into table tennis.
0:33:37 > 0:33:41- It's lucky we got into table tennis.- - Yes, and your dream came true.
0:33:45 > 0:33:49- This table has an important job - over Christmas, doesn't it?
0:33:49 > 0:33:52- Yes - that's where we eat.
0:33:52 > 0:33:54- You sit around that table?
0:33:55 > 0:34:00- A lot of people can sit around it, - so it's done a good job for us.
0:34:02 > 0:34:07- The girls told me the story - about the table coming to the house.
0:34:07 > 0:34:10- What made you buy - a table tennis table?
0:34:12 > 0:34:15- We'd made the decision...
0:34:16 > 0:34:18- ..to turn - what we called the flat...
0:34:18 > 0:34:20- ..into a games room.
0:34:20 > 0:34:23- We tried to - come up with something...
0:34:23 > 0:34:27- ..that the girls - didn't have an opportunity to try.
0:34:27 > 0:34:30- They played netball and hockey - at school.
0:34:30 > 0:34:35- We wanted an indoor sport which - would be fun for us as a family.
0:34:35 > 0:34:39- It wasn't just for the girls - - it was for Mam and Dad too!
0:34:39 > 0:34:42- That's how - we reached the decision...
0:34:42 > 0:34:48- ..and we found someone - who sold table tennis tables.
0:34:48 > 0:34:51- Have they always been sporty?
0:34:51 > 0:34:53- Yes, absolutely.
0:34:53 > 0:34:58- We're both keen on sports - and we've always supported them.
0:34:59 > 0:35:03- They've done athletics, - swimming, gymnastics and skiing.
0:35:04 > 0:35:08- They did really well - at many of those.
0:35:08 > 0:35:11- Are the rest of the family sporty?
0:35:11 > 0:35:13- Yes. It runs in the family.
0:35:14 > 0:35:16- It started with my grandfather.
0:35:17 > 0:35:20- He represented Wales at athletics...
0:35:20 > 0:35:23- ..and he played rugby for Llanelli.
0:35:24 > 0:35:27- My brother - competed in the triple jump...
0:35:27 > 0:35:31- ..at the Edmonton Commonwealth Games - in 1978.
0:35:32 > 0:35:37- I played football for Wales and - my cousin played rugby for Wales.
0:35:37 > 0:35:40- There's something in the genes.
0:35:40 > 0:35:46- Did you ever imagine they'd go - so far in the table tennis world?
0:35:46 > 0:35:47- Definitely not.
0:35:48 > 0:35:50- We just gave them the opportunity.
0:35:51 > 0:35:55- When they first took it up, - I played against them...
0:35:55 > 0:35:58- ..and I always beat them - during the first year.
0:35:58 > 0:36:04- I remember the day Angharad beat Dad - for the very first time.
0:36:04 > 0:36:06- She ran upstairs when she won!
0:36:06 > 0:36:12- It became obvious that they had - a real passion for the sport.
0:36:12 > 0:36:17- Once they had that passion, it was - clear they'd be very successful.
0:36:17 > 0:36:21- Someone from the local club - saw them playing after school.
0:36:21 > 0:36:23- They were just having a knockabout.
0:36:24 > 0:36:26- This person turned to me and said...
0:36:26 > 0:36:30- .."Do you realize - your children have a real talent?"
0:36:30 > 0:36:34- Six months later, - they were playing for Wales.
0:36:34 > 0:36:38- They'd only had the table - for around 18 months at that stage.
0:36:39 > 0:36:43- We realized very suddenly - that they have a special talent.
0:36:44 > 0:36:47- Join me after the break - back here in Denbigh...
0:36:47 > 0:36:52- ..when I may show off - my table tennis skills!
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0:36:59 > 0:37:02- Welcome back to Denbigh, - where I'm spending time...
0:37:03 > 0:37:06- ..with table tennis twins - Angharad and Megan Phillips.
0:37:11 > 0:37:13- Where are we now, ladies?
0:37:14 > 0:37:18- This is one of our favourite places - in Denbigh.
0:37:18 > 0:37:23- This chocolate shop is the - perfect place to come and relax...
0:37:23 > 0:37:26- ..after a training camp - or a competition.
0:37:26 > 0:37:29- You've both ordered a mammoth drink.
0:37:29 > 0:37:32- You've both ordered a mammoth drink.- - Yes. It's called The Full Monty.
0:37:32 > 0:37:37- It's hot chocolate topped with - marshmallows, a Flake and cream.
0:37:37 > 0:37:39- This isn't part of your normal diet!
0:37:40 > 0:37:44- No, it's a treat because - we eat healthily most of the time.
0:37:44 > 0:37:47- It's important to treat yourself!
0:37:47 > 0:37:50- That's the drink, - so what do you have to eat here?
0:37:52 > 0:37:55- We love to eat chocolate pizza - when we're here.
0:37:55 > 0:37:57- Chocolate pizza?
0:37:57 > 0:37:58- Thank you, Nia.
0:37:58 > 0:38:00- Thank you, Nia.- - You're welcome.
0:38:00 > 0:38:01- Wow!
0:38:01 > 0:38:03- Wow!- - It's definitely a treat!
0:38:04 > 0:38:07- This is a dream come true - for a chocoholic like me!
0:38:12 > 0:38:15- What's the best thing - about being twins?
0:38:17 > 0:38:18- We always have a friend.
0:38:19 > 0:38:21- We never feel lonely.
0:38:22 > 0:38:23- What's the worst thing?
0:38:23 > 0:38:28- What's the worst thing?- - When people treat us as one person.
0:38:28 > 0:38:33- We may be similar, - but we're also individuals.
0:38:33 > 0:38:36- There isn't much I dislike - about being a twin.
0:38:37 > 0:38:42- They say that twins - finish each other's sentences...
0:38:42 > 0:38:45- ..and feel the same emotions.
0:38:46 > 0:38:47- Is that true about you?
0:38:48 > 0:38:52- When it comes to finishing - each other's sentences...
0:38:52 > 0:38:55- ..we're likely to do that sometimes.
0:38:55 > 0:39:00- But we don't share each other's - emotions and we're not telepathic.
0:39:00 > 0:39:01- Really?
0:39:01 > 0:39:03- Really?- - Unfortunately not.
0:39:03 > 0:39:05- Well, as it happens...
0:39:05 > 0:39:10- ..I have a cup here - that's full of words.
0:39:10 > 0:39:16- I'll take a word out of the cup...
0:39:16 > 0:39:20- ..and you write down - the first thing that comes to mind.
0:39:21 > 0:39:23- You can write a word - or draw a picture.
0:39:24 > 0:39:26- Here comes the first word.
0:39:27 > 0:39:29- Anifail - animal.
0:39:33 > 0:39:36- Neither of you are artists!
0:39:36 > 0:39:39- You won't be able to work out - what this is!
0:39:39 > 0:39:40- Finished?
0:39:41 > 0:39:43- Show your pictures to the camera.
0:39:44 > 0:39:45- Angharad, what's that?
0:39:45 > 0:39:48- Angharad, what's that?- - A cat, but it may not look like one!
0:39:48 > 0:39:49- Megan?
0:39:49 > 0:39:50- Megan?- - A lion.
0:39:51 > 0:39:52- A big cat.
0:39:52 > 0:39:53- A big cat.- - The same family.
0:39:54 > 0:39:56- Yours is better than mine!
0:39:58 > 0:39:59- Here comes the next word.
0:40:00 > 0:40:01- Dinbych - Denbigh.
0:40:02 > 0:40:04- Ooh!
0:40:08 > 0:40:09- Ready?
0:40:10 > 0:40:11- This is rubbish!
0:40:12 > 0:40:14- Turn your papers around now.
0:40:16 > 0:40:19- You've both drawn similar castles.
0:40:19 > 0:40:21- That is a bit weird.
0:40:22 > 0:40:23- Let's move on.
0:40:24 > 0:40:26- I enjoy being a quizmaster!
0:40:26 > 0:40:28- Bwyd - food.
0:40:30 > 0:40:33- This is really spooky. - Show your pictures.
0:40:37 > 0:40:39- You don't even like pizza!
0:40:41 > 0:40:44- I think that definitely - proves something.
0:40:44 > 0:40:46- Here comes the next word.
0:40:47 > 0:40:48- Dillad - clothes.
0:40:51 > 0:40:53- Ready?
0:40:53 > 0:40:55- Show your pictures.
0:40:58 > 0:41:00- They're almost identical.
0:41:00 > 0:41:02- They're almost identical.- - It made me drop my pen!
0:41:03 > 0:41:04- That's spooky.
0:41:05 > 0:41:09- Yes. You both left a gap - and neither of you drew a head.
0:41:10 > 0:41:12- You see?
0:41:12 > 0:41:14- You see?- - We are telepathic!
0:41:23 > 0:41:26- We appreciate Mam and Dad's support.
0:41:26 > 0:41:31- They've travelled everywhere with us - and they're always behind us.
0:41:37 > 0:41:40- Yes. Mam and Dad - have been very supportive.
0:41:40 > 0:41:44- It would have been hard - to succeed without them.
0:41:44 > 0:41:46- We really appreciate them.
0:41:47 > 0:41:50- They're on a long - and very expensive journey.
0:41:50 > 0:41:54- You're their taxi - and the extra equipment costs money.
0:41:55 > 0:41:57- Yes, that's definitely true.
0:41:58 > 0:42:01- The sports system - in Wales and Britain...
0:42:01 > 0:42:04- ..relies really heavily on parents.
0:42:04 > 0:42:07- Children need supportive parents...
0:42:07 > 0:42:11- ..who also have the means - to support their children.
0:42:11 > 0:42:13- It's really unfair, in some ways.
0:42:14 > 0:42:19- Many children who played with our - daughters when they started out...
0:42:19 > 0:42:25- ..fell by the wayside because their - parents just couldn't support them.
0:42:26 > 0:42:31- It is unfair, but we're fortunate - enough to be able to support them.
0:42:31 > 0:42:35- We've been to some incredible places - along the way.
0:42:35 > 0:42:37- Places we would never have visited.
0:42:37 > 0:42:42- We've been to China and India and - to several countries around Europe.
0:42:43 > 0:42:47- We've also been to Halifax, - Barnsley and Accrington!
0:42:53 > 0:42:58- Would you be happy to see one - of the girls turn professional...
0:42:58 > 0:43:00- ..after they've graduated?
0:43:00 > 0:43:04- If one of them says they - want to turn professional...
0:43:04 > 0:43:07- ..we'd support her to the hilt.
0:43:07 > 0:43:11- One problem for British - table tennis players...
0:43:11 > 0:43:15- ..is that players don't earn - much money in this country.
0:43:16 > 0:43:20- You couldn't live - on simply playing table tennis.
0:43:20 > 0:43:22- Not if you stayed in Britain.
0:43:25 > 0:43:29- I usually feel nervous and excited - before I play a match.
0:43:29 > 0:43:32- I try not to think - about my opponent...
0:43:32 > 0:43:35- ..and just focus - on what I'm going to do.
0:43:38 > 0:43:42- I definitely have an adrenaline rush - before a match.
0:43:42 > 0:43:44- My heart starts to race.
0:43:44 > 0:43:49- I have to control those feelings - or I'll become really nervous.
0:43:49 > 0:43:54- At the same time, it just shows me - that I'm excited about the match.
0:43:54 > 0:43:58- Angharad and Megan, - can you give me a quick lesson?
0:43:58 > 0:44:00- I'm not sure how much I'll learn!
0:44:00 > 0:44:01- I'm not sure how much I'll learn!- - We'll try.
0:44:02 > 0:44:03- Great.
0:44:03 > 0:44:06- How should I hold this bat, Megan?
0:44:06 > 0:44:09- Most hold it - as if you're shaking hands...
0:44:10 > 0:44:13- ..with one finger - going down the bat.
0:44:14 > 0:44:15- Hello! How are you?
0:44:16 > 0:44:17- Exactly.
0:44:18 > 0:44:21- You start with a serve, - just like tennis.
0:44:22 > 0:44:27- Yes. Throw the ball up around - six inches in a straight line.
0:44:27 > 0:44:30- A backhand serve looks like this.
0:44:32 > 0:44:36- It has to bounce on this side - then on the other side.
0:44:39 > 0:44:41- That's it - perfect.
0:44:41 > 0:44:42- That's it - perfect.- - Really?
0:44:42 > 0:44:44- Yes.
0:44:44 > 0:44:46- What's the longest rally you've had?
0:44:46 > 0:44:48- What's the longest rally you've had?- - I don't know.
0:44:48 > 0:44:52- We once did a 300-stroke rally - for Children In Need.
0:44:52 > 0:44:54- What?
0:44:55 > 0:44:57- The world record is eight hours.
0:44:57 > 0:44:59- The world record is eight hours.- - Non-stop?
0:44:59 > 0:45:01- Yes.
0:45:01 > 0:45:04- Whoa! That's a lot of hitting.
0:45:04 > 0:45:07- I don't think - we'll try to break that record.
0:45:15 > 0:45:16- What's next for you two?
0:45:18 > 0:45:21- A competition in Luxembourg - next week.
0:45:21 > 0:45:24- We'll travel there - with the Wales team...
0:45:24 > 0:45:27- ..to play people from across Europe.
0:45:27 > 0:45:31- It will be our biggest competition - for a long time.
0:45:31 > 0:45:33- Megan, you're off to China.
0:45:34 > 0:45:38- Yes, I'm competing - in the World Championships.
0:45:38 > 0:45:40- How long will you be in China?
0:45:41 > 0:45:42- For just over a week...
0:45:43 > 0:45:47- ..then it's straight back - to university to sit my exams.
0:45:52 > 0:45:53- You're getting better.
0:45:54 > 0:45:56- I spoke too soon!
0:45:57 > 0:46:00- How long will you continue - to play table tennis?
0:46:01 > 0:46:05- We definitely want to carry on - until the next Commonwealth Games.
0:46:06 > 0:46:11- We'll do three years at university - and the Games will be a year away.
0:46:11 > 0:46:14- Our hope is to train hard - and be selected again.
0:46:15 > 0:46:16- After that, I'm not sure.
0:46:17 > 0:46:19- We'll have to see how it goes.
0:46:21 > 0:46:25- You must hear this pinging noise - in your sleep!
0:46:27 > 0:46:29- Oh, no!
0:46:30 > 0:46:33- What advice would you offer - to a young person...
0:46:33 > 0:46:39- ..who wants to take up table tennis, - or any other sport?
0:46:40 > 0:46:43- Find a sport you really enjoy.
0:46:43 > 0:46:45- If you enjoy it, training is easy.
0:46:46 > 0:46:49- You have to put a lot of hours in...
0:46:49 > 0:46:54- ..but if you make it fun, - it doesn't feel like hard work.
0:46:54 > 0:46:57- Angharad and Megan, - thank you for the welcome...
0:46:58 > 0:46:59- ..and for the great tips.
0:47:00 > 0:47:03- Good luck in Luxembourg - and in China.
0:47:03 > 0:47:04- Thank you.
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