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0:00:19 > 0:00:29- # I remember when we were little
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0:00:36 > 0:00:40- Hello and welcome to Heno - on Welsh Language Music Day.
0:00:41 > 0:00:48- We're celebrating with the siblings, - Marged, Elan and Gwilym from Plu...
0:00:48 > 0:00:51- ..and Carwyn from Colorama.
0:00:51 > 0:00:56- Together, they are Bendith.
0:00:56 > 0:01:00- It's great to see Bendith performing - in our Llanelli studio.
0:01:00 > 0:01:05- Ysgol Glanrafon in Mold has been - voting for its favourite Welsh song.
0:01:05 > 0:01:08- Are you ready to hear the result?
0:01:08 > 0:01:12- Yes!
0:01:13 > 0:01:16- We'll hear the results later.
0:01:16 > 0:01:22- First, we've asked the Welsh public - what is their favourite Welsh song.
0:01:22 > 0:01:25- My favourite Welsh song - is Calon Lan.
0:01:25 > 0:01:27- Ysbryd y Nos by Edward H Dafis.
0:01:27 > 0:01:29- Un Dydd ar Y Tro by Trebor Edwards.
0:01:29 > 0:01:35- Bryn Fon's Tecwyn Y Tractor - Bach Coch.
0:01:35 > 0:01:39- My favourite song is Rhedeg i Baris - by Candelas.
0:01:39 > 0:01:43- As you can see, I'm in the pub - - Tafarn Sinc to be exact.
0:01:43 > 0:01:47- It's one of the best pubs in Wales - so find out why later.
0:01:48 > 0:01:54- My special guest loves - rugby, singing and leeks.
0:01:55 > 0:01:58- Oggy, oggy, oggy!
0:02:00 > 0:02:05- Our guests are in the green room and - crossing everything for tomorrow.
0:02:05 > 0:02:08- It's the sports commentator, - Gareth Rhys Owen...
0:02:08 > 0:02:11- ..and the broadcaster, Roy Noble.
0:02:11 > 0:02:13- Welcome to Heno.
0:02:18 > 0:02:22- It's Welsh Language Music Day - and we want to hear from you.
0:02:22 > 0:02:31- We want to know - what is your favourite Welsh song.
0:02:32 > 0:02:36- I like Unwaith Eto'n Nghymru Annwyl - by Bryn Fon.
0:02:36 > 0:02:42- I like anything by Huw Chiswell.
0:02:42 > 0:02:47- Many of you have contacted us - via Facebook and Twitter today.
0:02:47 > 0:02:51- Nerys Griffiths likes - Ty Ar Y Mynydd by Maharishi.
0:02:51 > 0:02:55- Cleif from Penygroes - likes Brawd Houdini.
0:02:55 > 0:02:59- Nicola from Ystradgynlais - likes Frizbee's Hei-la.
0:03:00 > 0:03:07- Email us at heno@tinopolis.com, - or find us on Facebook and Twitter.
0:03:07 > 0:03:18- You can also drop us line - and speak to Catrin upstairs.
0:03:19 > 0:03:23- We also mark the day with a Heno - playlist on our YouTube channel.
0:03:23 > 0:03:28- From the Welsh Whisperer - to Huw Chiswell and Danielle Lewis.
0:03:28 > 0:03:31- Everyone who's anyone is there!
0:03:31 > 0:03:35- Alun's propping up the bar - at the famous Tafarn Sinc.
0:03:40 > 0:03:52- Good evening to you both.
0:03:53 > 0:03:55- It's for sale.
0:03:55 > 0:04:00- I'm at Tafarn Sinc.
0:04:00 > 0:04:04- The North Pembrokeshire railway - was established in 1886...
0:04:04 > 0:04:08- ..and it transported slate from the - quarries to areas others areas.
0:04:08 > 0:04:11- During that period, - the village of Rosebush grew.
0:04:11 > 0:04:15- There was an attempt to attract - people to enjoy the views.
0:04:15 > 0:04:19- In 1877, Tafarn Sinc was built.
0:04:20 > 0:04:24- However, at that time it was known - as the Preseli Hotel.
0:04:25 > 0:04:28- I don't think it was much of a - hotel and I only know of two owners.
0:04:28 > 0:04:35- The first was Peg, - who was later followed by Brian.
0:04:36 > 0:04:45- If Brian hadn't bought it, I think - it would have been destroyed.
0:04:48 > 0:04:52- Tafarn Sinc is very unique.
0:04:52 > 0:04:56- There aren't many places - with sawdust on the floor.
0:04:56 > 0:05:01- All of the accessories on the wall - are a reflection of local history.
0:05:01 > 0:05:09- There's always a warm welcome, the - food is tasty and the beer is great.
0:05:11 > 0:05:18- There's good beer, great company - and occasionally strange visitors.
0:05:18 > 0:05:22- I feel more at home here - that I do in the Amman Valley.
0:05:22 > 0:05:26- I don't know why and - I can't explain it.
0:05:27 > 0:05:31- After living in the area and having - such a good time with the locals...
0:05:32 > 0:05:34- ..it was a big help to me - at that time.
0:05:34 > 0:05:39- These days, I have a static caravan - at Rosebush Caravan Park.
0:05:39 > 0:05:43- I've come back and - they've decided to leave.
0:05:43 > 0:05:46- Maybe I'm the reason why!
0:05:46 > 0:05:50- Tafarn Sinc has been a community - meeting point since I worked here.
0:05:50 > 0:05:54- Hafwen and Becky are welcoming and - we had fun when I worked here.
0:05:54 > 0:06:00- They are very kind and wanted to - give locals the chance to work.
0:06:00 > 0:06:08- It was my first job and - the pocket money was very handy.
0:06:09 > 0:06:14- It's a Welsh pub, which has welcomed - visitors from around the world...
0:06:14 > 0:06:18- ..and they love it, because they - know they're in another country.
0:06:18 > 0:06:24- I'm sure that these four walls have - got many funny stories to tell.
0:06:25 > 0:06:28- I don't think it's safe to tell any.
0:06:29 > 0:06:32- Before the smoking ban, - people would smoke in here.
0:06:32 > 0:06:39- You've seen the meat hanging up and - it used to be in the bar.
0:06:40 > 0:06:44- The brothers, John a Capten would - come and cut pieces of the meat...
0:06:44 > 0:06:49- ..and then eat it.
0:06:49 > 0:06:54- The meat must have been smokey due - to the number of people smoking.
0:06:54 > 0:06:57- I remember it to this day and - I can see them doing it now.
0:06:57 > 0:07:01- Fantastic.
0:07:02 > 0:07:07- The biggest loss will be to lose the - current owners and their children.
0:07:07 > 0:07:13- It was nice to see them come, - but we'll be sad to see them leave.
0:07:13 > 0:07:16- I hope the next owners will want to - keep the character of the place...
0:07:16 > 0:07:21- ..and that the warm welcome - continues.
0:07:21 > 0:07:25- It will be strange to come back - and not see Hafwen and Becky here.
0:07:25 > 0:07:28- To Hafwen and Becky, - good luck for the future.
0:07:44 > 0:07:45- At 4.50pm tomorrow...
0:07:45 > 0:07:49- ..Wales play their biggest match - and the one we want them to win.
0:07:49 > 0:07:53- They play the old enemy, England, - in the Six Nations Tournament.
0:07:54 > 0:07:57- The commentator, - Gareth Rhys Owen...
0:07:57 > 0:08:00- ..will report on every kick, - try and conversion.
0:08:00 > 0:08:03- We've waited a long time,
0:08:03 > 0:08:07- Edinburgh, London and here in Rome, - but what does it all represent?
0:08:08 > 0:08:12- A welcome, passion, friendship, - and music of course.
0:08:15 > 0:08:18- # See he stands among the myrtles #
0:08:34 > 0:08:40- Gareth looks stylish in his suit.
0:08:41 > 0:08:44- Is it for us?
0:08:44 > 0:08:49- The suit is not for you.
0:08:49 > 0:08:52- I'm off to a special evening - at the Diplomat Hotel.
0:08:53 > 0:09:05- We're raising money for Parkinsons.
0:09:08 > 0:09:16- One of my former team-mates - from Kidwelly is fund-raising.
0:09:16 > 0:09:25- My tux had a hole in the back - so I had a panic earlier!
0:09:25 > 0:09:35- You're also wearing socks.
0:09:35 > 0:09:47- I've had quite a bit of attention - on Twitter about my clothes.
0:09:47 > 0:09:53- I decided when I started - presenting that we needed...
0:09:53 > 0:09:57- ..to move with the times - and stop wearing socks.
0:09:58 > 0:10:00- The audience weren't ready.
0:10:00 > 0:10:09- I'll never live it down.
0:10:09 > 0:10:13- I'm always asked - if I'm wearing socks.
0:10:13 > 0:10:20- You must love presenting.
0:10:20 > 0:10:29- If I could do anything I wanted - I would have played for Wales.
0:10:29 > 0:10:34- If I couldn't do that, - I was going to commentate.
0:10:34 > 0:10:43- I have the best seat - for every match.
0:10:43 > 0:10:48- It's the best job in the world.
0:10:49 > 0:10:59- Wales were victorious - last week in Italy.
0:10:59 > 0:11:02- Tomorrow could be different story.
0:11:02 > 0:11:08- Tomorrow will be a difficult game.
0:11:08 > 0:11:13- My head and my heart are at odds.
0:11:13 > 0:11:25- England have a tremendous record.
0:11:27 > 0:11:30- We seem to stumble - from game to game.
0:11:31 > 0:11:33- It will be exciting.
0:11:33 > 0:11:40- Eddie Jones is a genius.
0:11:40 > 0:11:43- He takes the focus off the players.
0:11:43 > 0:11:55- That lets them get on with the job.
0:11:56 > 0:12:06- Let's return to Alun.
0:12:06 > 0:12:18- Welcome back to Tafarn Sinc.
0:12:19 > 0:12:25- I'm joined by the landlord.
0:12:25 > 0:12:29- The pub is for sale so why?
0:12:29 > 0:12:36- We've been here 25 years so it's - time to see what else we can do.
0:12:36 > 0:12:40- It's someone else's turn - to run Tafarn Sinc.
0:12:41 > 0:12:46- We've been here so long - and we know the people who call.
0:12:46 > 0:12:52- It will be a very emotional day - when we leave.
0:12:52 > 0:12:58- We'll be staying in the area.
0:12:59 > 0:13:10- You must have a lot of stories.
0:13:11 > 0:13:15- Many events have been held here.
0:13:15 > 0:13:19- We've had mouse racing - and pig racing here over the years.
0:13:19 > 0:13:25- We even had a shearing competition.
0:13:25 > 0:13:37- The pigs raced outside.
0:13:43 > 0:13:46- The mice raced in - a special box on a track.
0:13:46 > 0:13:50- What will you miss the most?
0:13:50 > 0:13:52- The people.
0:13:53 > 0:13:58- We couldn't run the place - without them.
0:13:58 > 0:14:02- After the break, we celebrate - Welsh Language Music Day in style.
0:14:02 > 0:14:04- Join me at Ysgol Glanrafon.
0:14:05 > 0:14:09- The children have chosen their - favourite Welsh language song.
0:14:09 > 0:14:11- Are you ready to hear it?
0:14:12 > 0:14:14- Yes!
0:14:14 > 0:14:17- We'll see you after the break.
0:14:17 > 0:14:21- And Bendith will make - their debut appearance on Heno.
0:14:21 > 0:14:25- After hearing them in rehearsals, - they'll certainly be on my playlist!
0:14:25 > 0:14:29- Don't forget we want to hear - what is your favourite Welsh track.
0:14:29 > 0:14:32- Contact us via email, Facebook - and Twitter or drop us a line.
0:14:33 > 0:14:36- Here are some favourites by the - people of Llanelli, Ammanford...
0:14:36 > 0:14:38- ..and Porthmadog.
0:14:39 > 0:14:41- # Life is great #
0:14:43 > 0:14:47- My favourite Welsh song - is Sebona Fi by Yws Gwynedd.
0:14:47 > 0:14:48- Ysbryd y Nos by Edward H.
0:14:48 > 0:14:50- Yma o Hyd.
0:14:50 > 0:14:52- Ceidwad y Goleudy by Bryn Fon.
0:14:52 > 0:14:55- My favourite modern song - is Y Bel yn Rowlio by Yr Ods.
0:14:55 > 0:14:57- My favourite Welsh song - is Calon Lan.
0:14:57 > 0:15:00- It's the anthem of Porthmadog - and everyone knows the lyrics.
0:15:00 > 0:15:02- A simple song, but full of fun.
0:15:02 > 0:15:04- Anfonaf Angel by Rhys Meirion.
0:15:04 > 0:15:07- The song is beautiful and - makes you want to sing.
0:15:07 > 0:15:09- Un Dydd ar y Tro by Trebor Edwards.
0:15:09 > 0:15:13- The song Neisach i'r athrawon by - Neil Rosser, because we're teachers.
0:15:13 > 0:15:17- My favourite Welsh song is Gorwedd - Gyda'r Nerth by Caryl Parry Jones.
0:15:18 > 0:15:20- I can play it on repeat and - not get bored of it.
0:15:20 > 0:15:24- My current favourite is Alys - Williams version Pan Fo'r Nos yn Hir
0:15:24 > 0:15:27- My favourite is Aberdaron - by Hogia'r Wyddfa.
0:15:27 > 0:15:29- Bryn Fon with - Tecwyn y Tractor Bach Coch.
0:15:29 > 0:15:32- Dafydd Iwan with Yma o Hyd, - because I'm a Scarlets supporter.
0:15:33 > 0:15:35- Mi Welais Jac y Do as it's - a fantastic childhood song.
0:15:36 > 0:15:40- My favourite is the - Welsh National Anthem.
0:15:40 > 0:15:44- When Hen Wlad Fy Nhadau is sung, - you get a tingling feeling inside.
0:15:44 > 0:15:49- I like singing it when Wales - face any opposing team.
0:15:49 > 0:15:54- There are other songs like Calon - Lan, but nothing compares to it.
0:15:56 > 0:15:59- # O bydded i'r hen iaith barhau #
0:15:59 > 0:16:01- CHEERS
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0:16:17 > 0:16:19- Welcome back.
0:16:19 > 0:16:30- You've been busy getting in touch - about your favourite Welsh songs.
0:16:30 > 0:16:35- Here are a few favourite tracks - that reached us during the break.
0:16:37 > 0:16:39- Phil Davies chose Can Walter.
0:16:40 > 0:16:43- Cymru, Lloegr a Llanrwst - for David Jones.
0:16:43 > 0:16:48- Our musical guests have celebrated - Welsh Language Music day all day.
0:16:48 > 0:16:51- They launched their latest EP today.
0:16:51 > 0:16:54- Bendith join us for the - first time ever on Heno.
0:16:55 > 0:16:59- After Heno, they'll also perform - at Y Deri in Pobol y Cwm.
0:16:59 > 0:17:06- Welcome to Bendith.
0:17:06 > 0:17:13- Tell us more about the band.
0:17:13 > 0:17:23- The group met for the first time - here at Tinopolis.
0:17:23 > 0:17:27- We were filming Stiwdio Gefn - a few years ago.
0:17:28 > 0:17:35- I fell in love with Plu's music.
0:17:36 > 0:17:41- I found an excuse to contact them - and offer them a project.
0:17:41 > 0:17:53- Now here we are.
0:18:00 > 0:18:06- How did you combine your sounds - to create Bendith?
0:18:06 > 0:18:11- It happened quite naturally.
0:18:11 > 0:18:15- The voices just blended.
0:18:15 > 0:18:27- Carwyn wanted to use our harmonies.
0:18:30 > 0:18:39- It's been lovely to work with - such strong, natural harmonies.
0:18:40 > 0:18:45- Dan y Banc was the first song - you recorded.
0:18:45 > 0:18:49- It's about a family.
0:18:50 > 0:18:59- It's a very personal story about - where my grandmother lived.
0:18:59 > 0:19:03- They gave it the exact feel - I wanted the song to have.
0:19:03 > 0:19:10- What about this new EP - with five songs?
0:19:10 > 0:19:15- Yes, there are five songs - on the new EP.
0:19:15 > 0:19:22- Some are originals, a couple - of covers and some instrumentals.
0:19:22 > 0:19:26- It's a nice mix of tracks.
0:19:26 > 0:19:31- What response have you had?
0:19:32 > 0:19:41- We did a tour just - after releasing the album.
0:19:41 > 0:19:45- People didn't know what - to expect but enjoyed it.
0:19:45 > 0:19:55- We had a great response.
0:19:55 > 0:19:59- You are also on another series - tonight.
0:19:59 > 0:20:01- Let's see a clip of you - in Pobol y Cwm.
0:20:01 > 0:20:02- # It's fine with the rain falls #
0:20:03 > 0:20:04- Who are these?
0:20:05 > 0:20:06- Bendith.
0:20:06 > 0:20:08- Bendith.- - Good, aren't they?
0:20:14 > 0:20:20- How did you enjoy that experience?
0:20:20 > 0:20:27- It was fun but strange.
0:20:27 > 0:20:31- We didn't know - where we would be filming.
0:20:31 > 0:20:38- We were just there - for a pint anyway!
0:20:38 > 0:20:44- It was great to perform at the Deri.
0:20:45 > 0:20:47- What's next for you?
0:20:47 > 0:20:53- We're busy promoting the EP now.
0:20:53 > 0:20:59- We've only pressed 300 copies - so they're limited.
0:20:59 > 0:21:09- We've got some festivals - coming up in the summer.
0:21:09 > 0:21:13- What are you singing for us tonight?
0:21:13 > 0:21:20- Tonight's song - is called Hwiangerdd Takeda.
0:21:20 > 0:21:25- We're singing our version - of a traditional Japanese song.
0:21:25 > 0:21:27- It's a very sad story.
0:21:27 > 0:21:32- Whilst Bendith get ready we'll head - over to Ysgol Glanrafon in Mold.
0:21:32 > 0:21:37- They've been casting their votes - for their favourite Welsh song.
0:21:38 > 0:21:40- Let's find out more.
0:21:47 > 0:21:51- It's an important day here at - Glanrafon school.
0:21:52 > 0:21:56- What started Welsh Music Day here at - the school?
0:21:57 > 0:22:00- We've been studying - the Welsh Language charter...
0:22:00 > 0:22:06- ..and children from the Flint area - have come together to promote Welsh.
0:22:06 > 0:22:11- We'd heard about Welsh Music Day - and thought it was a great way...
0:22:11 > 0:22:15- ..to promote the language locally.
0:22:15 > 0:22:17- Osian, what song did you choose?
0:22:17 > 0:22:18- Osian, what song did you choose?- - Sebona fi.
0:22:18 > 0:22:20- Why that one?
0:22:20 > 0:22:23- I like the song and I like the band.
0:22:23 > 0:22:27- In third place, Yma o Hyd - by Dafydd Iwan.
0:22:27 > 0:22:34- Over the last two weeks, each class - has been listening to 40 songs.
0:22:34 > 0:22:38- They've been able to discuss them - with their parents...
0:22:39 > 0:22:44- ..and then vote for their - favourites.
0:22:44 > 0:22:50- Parents and pupils have also been - able to vote using Twitter.
0:22:50 > 0:22:54- The results have been compiled - for the final results.
0:22:54 > 0:22:57- Rhys, what did you choose?
0:22:57 > 0:22:59- Rhys, what did you choose?- - Sebona Fi by Yws Gwynedd.
0:22:59 > 0:23:03- Why that one?
0:23:03 > 0:23:08- The first time I heard it I thought - it was my favourite.
0:23:08 > 0:23:12- Alice, I think Sebona Fi has been - quite popular.
0:23:12 > 0:23:14- What did you choose?
0:23:15 > 0:23:17- Sebona fi.
0:23:17 > 0:23:20- I like the tune and - it's very catchy.
0:23:23 > 0:23:26- Have you enjoyed doing something - different at school today?
0:23:26 > 0:23:30- Yes, we've been listening to a lot - Welsh music.
0:23:33 > 0:23:38- In second place, Sebona Fi - by Yws Gwynedd.
0:23:38 > 0:23:41- Megan, you got to announce the - winner.
0:23:41 > 0:23:45- Which song is Glanrafon pupils' - favourite?
0:23:46 > 0:23:50- Rhedeg i Baris by Candelas.
0:23:50 > 0:23:52- CHEERING
0:23:52 > 0:23:56- # Running up and down
0:23:56 > 0:24:00- # Running to Paris #
0:24:04 > 0:24:05- Is it your favourite?
0:24:05 > 0:24:07- Is it your favourite?- - Yes.
0:24:07 > 0:24:11- Everyone was singing along - so it was a good choice.
0:24:11 > 0:24:13- Have you all had fun?
0:24:13 > 0:24:17- Have you all had fun?- - Yes, thanks you.
0:24:29 > 0:24:31- Congratulations to everyone.
0:24:31 > 0:24:34- It's been a day of celebrations - across Wales.
0:24:34 > 0:24:37- We're delighted to have - Bendith in the studio.
0:24:37 > 0:24:41- After tonight's programme, this - next song will be on our playlist.
0:24:41 > 0:24:43- This is Hwiangerdd Takeda.
0:25:06 > 0:25:13- # I don't want to hold the baby
0:25:13 > 0:25:19- # That cries every hour
0:25:19 > 0:25:25- # The master is upstairs
0:25:25 > 0:25:30- # But I'm downstairs
0:25:32 > 0:25:39- # I want to celebrate - the beginning of summer
0:25:39 > 0:25:45- # And have a servant - to pamper my skin
0:25:45 > 0:25:50- # My fate is here
0:25:50 > 0:25:57- # With the one that causes pain
0:26:00 > 0:26:06- # Oh, to have a dress - the colour of flowers
0:26:06 > 0:26:12- # And go to the fair and smile
0:26:12 > 0:26:19- # An escape from the brutal crying
0:26:19 > 0:26:26- # Like blades - running through my head
0:26:32 > 0:26:37- # I would love to go back home
0:26:37 > 0:26:43- # To my dear mother and father
0:26:43 > 0:26:48- # Leave the weak baby
0:26:48 > 0:26:56- # And return to my country
0:26:56 > 0:27:02- # Leave week baby
0:27:02 > 0:27:10- # And return to my country #
0:27:19 > 0:27:23- APPLAUSE
0:27:26 > 0:27:30- Thank you, that was wonderful.
0:27:30 > 0:27:33- It's time for a break, - so join us in a few minutes.
0:27:33 > 0:27:36- We'll enjoy a train ride - from Pwllheli to Machynlleth.
0:27:37 > 0:27:40- Gerallt joins the journalist - and landlord, Ian Parri.
0:27:40 > 0:27:44- And the broadcaster Roy Noble - tells of series two of Cymoedd Roy.
0:27:45 > 0:27:47- See you in a few minutes.
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0:27:57 > 0:27:59- Subtitles
0:28:01 > 0:28:04- Welcome back.
0:28:04 > 0:28:16- Viewers have been in touch.
0:28:16 > 0:28:20- Iwan from Ammanford likes - Gwennan yn y Gwenith by Beganifs.
0:28:20 > 0:28:24- Delyth from Llanddarog likes - Dere Mewn by Coloroma.
0:28:24 > 0:28:28- If you enjoy train rides, then the - trip from Pwllheli to Machynlleth...
0:28:28 > 0:28:31- ..on the Cambrian Railway - will certainly delight you.
0:28:32 > 0:28:35- The Guardian has branded it one of - the world's best ten train rides.
0:28:35 > 0:28:40- Gerallt enjoys a train ride and has - been from Pwllheli to Machynlleth...
0:28:41 > 0:28:44- ..with Ian Parri, who recently - published, Cyffordd i Gyffordd.
0:28:44 > 0:28:47- It's all aboard for the ride.
0:28:54 > 0:28:57- Traveller, author, landlord - and trainspotter.
0:28:57 > 0:28:59- Ian Parri has a diverse CV.
0:28:59 > 0:29:04- His latest publication is more than - a book about the railways of Wales.
0:29:04 > 0:29:09- It's filled with stories and memoirs - collected by Ian along the tracks.
0:29:12 > 0:29:17- We've departed on time at Pwllheli.
0:29:17 > 0:29:19- Cyffordd i Gyffordd - is the title of your book.
0:29:20 > 0:29:24- Cyffordd or junction is - an important term in this book.
0:29:24 > 0:29:28- Yes, it refers to Dovey Junction.
0:29:28 > 0:29:32- It's the starting point - of my tour around Wales.
0:29:33 > 0:29:39- It slipped into England, moved to - Shrewsbury, Cardiff and Swansea...
0:29:39 > 0:29:44- ..back Shrewsbury, Wrexham, the - Conwy Valley, the Ffestiniog line...
0:29:45 > 0:29:50- ..and over to the Dovey Junction, - to complete my journey.
0:29:50 > 0:29:54- The subtitle is quite interesting - - 'an old hack's outing'
0:29:54 > 0:29:57- Yes, the trains are so old.
0:29:57 > 0:30:02- In my career as a journalist - and in my personal life...
0:30:02 > 0:30:04- ..I've travelled a lot around Wales.
0:30:04 > 0:30:07- I was either paid for it, - or I had to pay for it.
0:30:08 > 0:30:13- This special journey has taken me - to locations that I've never seen.
0:30:18 > 0:30:24- It crosses the new Brewit Bridge - between Penrhyn and Harlech.
0:30:24 > 0:30:30- It's an important part of linking - Pwllheli with the rest of the world.
0:30:30 > 0:30:36- They feared that the authorities - wouldn't fund its repairs.
0:30:36 > 0:30:41- But they did and it safeguard - the future of the line.
0:30:41 > 0:30:46- But they did and it safeguarded - the future of the line.
0:30:46 > 0:30:49- We're travelling through Barmouth.
0:30:49 > 0:30:52- I wonder what the locals - will think of this.
0:30:53 > 0:30:57- 'A seaside down covered in dog mess - that has seen better days.'
0:30:58 > 0:31:01- I wouldn't rush back to Barmouth - after writing a sentence like that!
0:31:02 > 0:31:07- It isn't the only seaside town - that's in a similar situation.
0:31:07 > 0:31:12- Having said that, it does boast - an element of Birmingham-on-sea.
0:31:12 > 0:31:17- There are interesting areas - like the old town above the streets.
0:31:17 > 0:31:20- Barmouth does have character, - like every seaside town.
0:31:21 > 0:31:23- Barmouth also boasts a bridge.
0:31:29 > 0:31:33- It's a masterpiece - and worth strolling across it.
0:31:36 > 0:31:42- After crossing it, the journey - is considered by the experts...
0:31:42 > 0:31:47- ..as one of the top ten - train journeys in the world.
0:31:47 > 0:31:49- I wouldn't argue with that.
0:31:50 > 0:31:55- It's a fantastic journey - from Pwllheli to Machynlleth.
0:31:55 > 0:32:06- It's certainly worth taking a ride - and is thrilling on a day like this.
0:32:06 > 0:32:10- At Machynlleth Rhydian Mason, who - promotes the Cambrian Railway...
0:32:10 > 0:32:15- ..flicks through Ian Parri's book.
0:32:15 > 0:32:21- The book isn't about trains but a - great partner for the Cambrian line.
0:32:21 > 0:32:25- It's acts like - a Bradshaws in Barmouth for us.
0:32:25 > 0:32:33- It interests people who come from - all over to take the Cambrian tour.
0:32:33 > 0:32:41- The Guardian nominated it as among - the world's best train rail lines.
0:32:41 > 0:32:44- It should be in the top three.
0:32:44 > 0:32:55- The book provides an insight for - those who've yet to travel on it.
0:32:55 > 0:33:02- Long live the train - and the Cambrian Railway.
0:33:02 > 0:33:05- Yes, indeed and enjoy it.
0:33:05 > 0:33:06- Thanks for your company.
0:33:16 > 0:33:20- Next Wednesday night, Roy Noble - returns with his motorbike on S4C...
0:33:20 > 0:33:23- ..in a new series of Cymoedd Roy.
0:33:29 > 0:33:34- The Valleys have - been my home for 50 years.
0:33:34 > 0:33:38- Each valley with its industrial - scars and colourful characters...
0:33:38 > 0:33:44- ..have left - a lasting impression on me.
0:33:44 > 0:33:46- Over the coming weeks...
0:33:46 > 0:33:49- ..I'll revisit the Valleys...
0:33:49 > 0:33:53- ..and meet characters - who are naturally welcoming.
0:33:53 > 0:33:57- Why not jump on board my ride?
0:33:57 > 0:34:00- I'm shifting gear - and heading for the horizon.
0:34:01 > 0:34:13- Roy joins us on the sofa now.
0:34:13 > 0:34:18- Thank you for inviting me.
0:34:19 > 0:34:29- It's always an honour to - have you on our sofa.
0:34:29 > 0:34:32- Where does the new series take you?
0:34:32 > 0:34:42- We're ready to move west.
0:34:42 > 0:34:46- We started out in - the Vale of Neath.
0:34:47 > 0:34:52- I visited the school - where I'd worked as a teacher.
0:34:52 > 0:34:58- It had closed but the children's - work was still on the walls.
0:34:58 > 0:35:09- We went down to Glynneath - and to Neath itself.
0:35:09 > 0:35:18- We visited the Castle Hotel - where the WRU was established.
0:35:18 > 0:35:21- There is a room where Napoleon - was reputed to have stayed.
0:35:21 > 0:35:25- Was it really him?
0:35:25 > 0:35:35- We moved down to the Swansea vale.
0:35:35 > 0:35:42- We also visited - the Gwendraeth Valley.
0:35:42 > 0:35:54- There's also a special story - about a shoe shop.
0:35:54 > 0:35:56- I've lived a life - of tremendous strain.
0:35:57 > 0:36:02- I have size 7 feet.
0:36:02 > 0:36:07- I went to a shop in Pontarddulais - where the man told me...
0:36:07 > 0:36:12- ..that I was wearing - the wrong size shoes.
0:36:13 > 0:36:22- He brought out another pair - and told me to walk about.
0:36:22 > 0:36:32- They fitted nicely - and were a size 9!
0:36:32 > 0:36:36- I'd been wearing shoes - that were too small for decades!
0:36:36 > 0:36:43- Toni Carol also joins you.
0:36:44 > 0:36:47- We went to Adelina Patti's home.
0:36:48 > 0:37:00- She had her own private station - on the railway for her home.
0:37:03 > 0:37:06- Her guests could come almost - off her doorstep by train.
0:37:06 > 0:37:10- The journey took us to the marina - in Swansea...
0:37:10 > 0:37:18- ..and then to the copper mines.
0:37:18 > 0:37:24- We even spent time in the Amman - Valley where I was born.
0:37:27 > 0:37:32- We are spoiling you tonight - with a preview clip of the series.
0:37:32 > 0:37:35- Last year, 57 of us left - Glynneath Rugby Club...
0:37:35 > 0:37:38- ..and one of us saw the game.
0:37:38 > 0:37:40- And he saw it in jail.
0:37:40 > 0:37:42- Max, the locals know you too well.
0:37:43 > 0:37:45- They won't agree with me, - but I'll say it anyway.
0:37:46 > 0:37:49- You're seen as a king here, - especially at the club.
0:37:49 > 0:37:53- Just like you're seen as a prince - at Llwyncoed!
0:37:53 > 0:37:57- After the break, - I'm joined the king of Glynneath.
0:37:57 > 0:38:00- Max Boyce is on tour around Wales.
0:38:00 > 0:38:05- Before this, here's your local - events in our weekend Calendar.
0:38:16 > 0:38:21- Come to the Mari Jones Y Bala show - at the Tabernacle in Whitland...
0:38:21 > 0:38:25- ..on Sunday 12 February - between 10.30am and 11.30am.
0:38:25 > 0:38:27- Everyone is welcome.
0:38:32 > 0:38:37- On Sunday 12 February at 6.00pm - at Shiloh Chapel in Lampeter...
0:38:37 > 0:38:41- ..we hold a Cymanfa Ganu service to - mark 300 years since the birth...
0:38:41 > 0:38:47- ..of William Williams Pantycelyn and - sing some of the best Welsh hymns.
0:38:54 > 0:38:56- On Monday at Galeri, Caernarfon...
0:38:57 > 0:39:01- ..Nic Parry interviews the - Paralympian, Aled Sion Davies.
0:39:01 > 0:39:04- Tickets are available from Galeri.
0:39:07 > 0:39:12- Come to Llangollen on Sunday - for the Quiltfest exhibition.
0:39:12 > 0:39:18- You can also buy materials to make - quits such as needles and fabrics.
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0:39:33 > 0:39:35- Subtitles
0:39:37 > 0:39:39- Welcome back.
0:39:39 > 0:39:43- Now then, let's return to Yvonne in - Porthcawl with her inflatable leek.
0:39:43 > 0:39:47- She's joined by one of the biggest - personalities in the world of rugby.
0:39:47 > 0:39:51- Good evening to you all.
0:39:51 > 0:39:55- I have the best company - as Roy - called him 'The King of Glynneath'.
0:39:56 > 0:39:58- Max Boyce, good evening to you.
0:39:59 > 0:40:01- You and Roy are good friends.
0:40:01 > 0:40:04- Yes, he's the Prince of Aberdare!
0:40:04 > 0:40:10- You're out on tour so it's good to - see the guitar on stage.
0:40:10 > 0:40:13- Is the tour going well?
0:40:13 > 0:40:17- Yes, we've done two weeks and we - have about 18 performances to go.
0:40:18 > 0:40:20- I love coming back to Porthcawl.
0:40:20 > 0:40:25- There's a match tomorrow so it will - be a special night.
0:40:25 > 0:40:28- The audiences are just as keen, - coming in their droves to see you.
0:40:28 > 0:40:36- The tickets sold out months ago and - we had 2,000 people in Cardiff.
0:40:36 > 0:40:41- I'm amazed at how quickly - the tickets sell.
0:40:41 > 0:40:46- Fans from the Seventies are now - bringing their children with them.
0:40:46 > 0:40:50- Yes, we have all ages coming to see - the show.
0:40:50 > 0:40:54- They come to hear old favourites but - have you got any new material?
0:40:55 > 0:41:00- I've written a couple of new songs - for this tour.
0:41:00 > 0:41:04- There's one called the Green, - Green Grass of Rome.
0:41:04 > 0:41:07- There's one about Leigh Halfpenny...
0:41:07 > 0:41:11- ..and one about growing up - in a mining area.
0:41:11 > 0:41:14- I mix the new in with the old and - that's the secret.
0:41:15 > 0:41:18- It keeps everyone happy.
0:41:18 > 0:41:23- You mentioned Rome and I remember - seeing you there some years ago.
0:41:23 > 0:41:27- It was an impromptu gig.
0:41:27 > 0:41:32- We started singing at the Piazza - Navone...
0:41:32 > 0:41:35- ..and people appeared from - everywhere.
0:41:35 > 0:41:39- There was a choir from Switzerland, - and one from Germany.
0:41:39 > 0:41:41- There were thousands of people - there.
0:41:41 > 0:41:45- The Western mail reported it as a - "Six Nations moment to savour".
0:41:45 > 0:41:49- They'd all come to meet you.
0:41:50 > 0:41:53- They were all there for a choral - festival.
0:41:53 > 0:41:57- Eddie Jones has said that the - English are looking forward...
0:41:57 > 0:42:01- ..to the Welsh shenanigans.
0:42:02 > 0:42:05- It's going to be a close game as - England have so much confidence.
0:42:05 > 0:42:11- I think the squad is changing with - Alun Wyn as captain.
0:42:11 > 0:42:15- I'm confident it will be - a close game.
0:42:15 > 0:42:21- Let's hope Biggar is fit as - he didn't look it last week.
0:42:21 > 0:42:23- Where will you be watching?
0:42:23 > 0:42:26- I'm going up with the boys from - Glynneath.
0:42:26 > 0:42:30- I will be a guest of Dennis Gethin - so I'm looking forward to it.
0:42:30 > 0:42:37- Have a wonderful day and let me - introduce you to Ken the Leek!
0:42:37 > 0:42:40- Ken, how are you?
0:42:40 > 0:42:43- Coming with me tomorrow? Yes?
0:42:43 > 0:42:48- If you're off to the match - tomorrow, wrap up warm.
0:42:48 > 0:42:53- It's going to be a very cold day so - the thermals will be useful.
0:42:53 > 0:43:00- It's a wintry day - but dry on the whole.
0:43:00 > 0:43:05- Good luck Wales - and Oggy, Oggy, Oggy!
0:43:05 > 0:43:07- That wasn't bad!
0:43:14 > 0:43:17- Oi, oi, oi!
0:43:17 > 0:43:21- Last year's Urdd Eisteddfod - seems a lifetime ago...
0:43:21 > 0:43:25- ..as we set our sights on - Bridgend Taff-Ely this year.
0:43:25 > 0:43:28- But some of last year's winners - are about to fulfil an ambition.
0:43:29 > 0:43:33- They'll perform at Disneyland Paris, - and we wish them all the best.
0:43:39 > 0:43:41- We are here to meet - the five winners...
0:43:42 > 0:43:46- ..chosen to go to the Welsh Festival - at Disneyland Paris in March.
0:43:46 > 0:43:50- The partnership started at the - Cardiff Bay Urdd Eisteddfod in 2009.
0:43:50 > 0:43:54- It offered five winners the chance - to perform at the Welsh Festival...
0:43:54 > 0:43:58- ..that takes place - at Disneyland Paris every year.
0:43:59 > 0:44:02- Today, the five winners are meeting - representatives from Disney...
0:44:02 > 0:44:06- ..and hearing more - about the weekend.
0:44:08 > 0:44:13- We have been invited to take part - in the St David's Day festival.
0:44:14 > 0:44:17- Both of us will be singing.
0:44:17 > 0:44:19- Both of us will be singing.- - Yes.
0:44:19 > 0:44:21- We go out on the Thursday...
0:44:21 > 0:44:25- ..and then rehearse individually - and with the choir on Friday.
0:44:25 > 0:44:28- On Saturday, we perform - on the CimeMagique stage.
0:44:28 > 0:44:32- I have been twice before and last - year, we were part of the parade.
0:44:32 > 0:44:38- This year, we're going to have a - workshop with Disney characters.
0:44:38 > 0:44:41- It will be great - to learn new skills.
0:44:42 > 0:44:45- From what I've gathered, we'll - take part in a unique workshop.
0:44:46 > 0:44:51- We'll go behind the scenes to see - how the Disney performers work.
0:44:51 > 0:44:53- I'm looking forward to it.
0:44:54 > 0:44:56- This is an extra prize - for Urdd winners.
0:44:56 > 0:44:59- They have a great experience - performing at the park.
0:44:59 > 0:45:01- We are very proud - of their Urdd success...
0:45:01 > 0:45:05- ..but we're also very proud to - see them performing in France.
0:45:05 > 0:45:11- I'm sure all five will be delighted.
0:45:11 > 0:45:14- I'm looking forward to my Disney - experience one again.
0:45:14 > 0:45:19- I can't wait to see Mickey Mouse!
0:45:22 > 0:45:32- Good luck to them.
0:45:32 > 0:45:44- Bendith will appear on our playlist - after tonight's programme.
0:45:44 > 0:45:53- You are also on Pobol y Cwm tonight.
0:45:53 > 0:45:56- What song are you performing on it?
0:45:56 > 0:46:01- The song we perform is on the EP.
0:46:02 > 0:46:05- I like Hiraeth by The Hennessey's.
0:46:06 > 0:46:13- Pan Fo'r Nos yn Hir, Ryan a Ronnie.
0:46:13 > 0:46:25- Cartref by Mynyddog.
0:46:26 > 0:46:28- Enjoy the weekend - whatever you're doing.
0:46:28 > 0:46:32- Send us your match photos in Cardiff - and we'll show them on Monday night.
0:46:32 > 0:46:35- All that's left to say now is...
0:46:35 > 0:46:39- Good luck Wales!
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