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0:00:17 > 0:00:21- Hello and welcome to Llanelli - for your Monday edition of Heno.
0:00:21 > 0:00:25- Tonight, we have a studio audience - to keep us in check.
0:00:25 > 0:00:30- Welcome to the studio, - ladies on Pontyberem.
0:00:30 > 0:00:34- We hope you enjoy - the coming hour with us.
0:00:34 > 0:00:38- From tonight until Friday, - our cameras will be on the road...
0:00:39 > 0:00:45- ..and we start tonight a - stone's throw away from Caernarfon.
0:00:45 > 0:00:48- I'm at the Fron Goch Garden Centre.
0:00:49 > 0:00:53- January isn't a barren month - for the garden...
0:00:53 > 0:00:56- ..and I'll give you some advice - for this season.
0:00:57 > 0:01:01- There's also the story - of the Plygain at Dinas Mawddwy.
0:01:01 > 0:01:05- Here's a quick taster for you.
0:01:05 > 0:01:10- # Thus, thus was holy Jesus dressed
0:01:10 > 0:01:22- # Beneath tortures, our great - failures, to pains on the hilltop #
0:01:24 > 0:01:30- I've come to Ysgol Dyffryn y Glowyr - to learn more about the Mari Lwyd.
0:01:31 > 0:01:35- All of these people are taking part - in a unique event...
0:01:35 > 0:01:40- ..of performing karate next to - Sgwd yr Eira in the Brecon Beacons.
0:01:40 > 0:01:44- Later, they'll bathe in the water - to start the new year in style.
0:01:44 > 0:01:48- Back in the studio, we don't have - one, two or three guests...
0:01:48 > 0:01:51- ..but four very familiar faces - to S4C's viewers.
0:01:51 > 0:01:54- Emma Walford - and Trystan Ellis-Morris...
0:01:54 > 0:01:58- ..have a plea for those couples - who got engaged over Christmas...
0:01:58 > 0:02:01- ..to take part in the next series - of Priodas Pum Mil.
0:02:02 > 0:02:04- We also celebrate 20 years - of S4C's Ffermio...
0:02:05 > 0:02:09- ..with the former presenter, Sulwyn - Thomas and producer, Richard Rees.
0:02:14 > 0:02:18- We start at the Fron Goch Garden - Centre near Caernarfon with Gerallt.
0:02:19 > 0:02:22- Good evening, Gerallt.
0:02:22 > 0:02:26- Good evening to you all.
0:02:26 > 0:02:30- Welcome back to the - Fron Goch Garden Centre.
0:02:30 > 0:02:33- It's like the Garden of Eden here.
0:02:33 > 0:02:38- On Friday night, I was at the - Plygain Service in Dinas Mawddwy.
0:02:39 > 0:02:42- Let's hear more about the Plygain - in Dinas Mawddwy.
0:02:42 > 0:02:46- # They will sing - in the fields of heaven
0:02:47 > 0:02:51- # They will sing - in the fields of heaven
0:02:51 > 0:02:57- # They sing all their days - for the Lord #
0:02:57 > 0:03:01- # We sing to the Lord, our God
0:03:01 > 0:03:06- # To declare the promise - of our Saviour #
0:03:07 > 0:03:13- # We will try to find it - before the end of our times
0:03:13 > 0:03:16- # Our days will come #
0:03:16 > 0:03:21- After the singing, - comes the feasting.
0:03:21 > 0:03:25- The supper is just as important as - the Plygain, Reverend Roland Barnes.
0:03:25 > 0:03:29- It isn't the case for me - because I enjoy the singing!
0:03:30 > 0:03:34- Tonight, you sang for the first time - with a party of Welsh learners...
0:03:34 > 0:03:37- ..which was quite a challenge.
0:03:37 > 0:03:42- Yes, but we all enjoyed ourselves.
0:03:42 > 0:03:45- In our final rehearsal...
0:03:46 > 0:03:50- ..I told them to listen to the - person standing next to them...
0:03:51 > 0:03:54- ..so that we could stay in harmony.
0:03:54 > 0:03:58- I also told them that we were - singing in order to praise the Lord.
0:03:58 > 0:04:02- The third and most important thing - was to enjoy the singing.
0:04:02 > 0:04:05- # We will sing joyfully
0:04:05 > 0:04:10- # Praise to Mary's child #
0:04:10 > 0:04:13- Is that a good sandwich, - Magwen Pughe?
0:04:13 > 0:04:16- It's wonderful!
0:04:17 > 0:04:21- Whilst you're munching away and - as a member of Parti Darowen...
0:04:22 > 0:04:25- ..what are your thoughts of the - Plygain service at Dinas Mawddwy?
0:04:26 > 0:04:29- It's wonderful - and we enjoy it every year.
0:04:30 > 0:04:35- It was a light-hearted Plygain - I love coming here every year...
0:04:35 > 0:04:39- ..and they will support us - at Darowen next Monday night.
0:04:40 > 0:04:48- # We put our hope in your healing - and a full live to all mankind #
0:04:48 > 0:04:55- This is thirsty work but - they deserve their refreshments.
0:04:55 > 0:05:01- Yes, and it's a social event where - we can take stock of our lives.
0:05:01 > 0:05:06- People also enjoy chatting - over their supper.
0:05:06 > 0:05:13- It's wonderful to see children - singing at the Plygain too.
0:05:14 > 0:05:19- After they have grown up, I'm sure - they will remember the experience...
0:05:19 > 0:05:23- ..of singing a carol - in a Plygain service.
0:05:23 > 0:05:30- # Therefore, sinner, hurry, - as thou art, as thou art,
0:05:30 > 0:05:37- # To ask for his Sanctuary, - as thou art #
0:05:37 > 0:05:40- Apart from your voice...
0:05:41 > 0:05:44- ..this little red book is just - as important at a Plygain service.
0:05:45 > 0:05:51- Yes, this is essential and I'm sure - I've had it for at least 40 years.
0:05:52 > 0:05:57- I first used it when Robert Ifans - was at Maesmor.
0:05:58 > 0:06:02- He told me to sing as a tenor - with the Mawddwy party.
0:06:03 > 0:06:09- # We should worship him - and remain to do so #
0:06:09 > 0:06:12- What has the singing - been like tonight?
0:06:12 > 0:06:16- It's been great - and it was an excellent Plygain.
0:06:16 > 0:06:20- It was just the thing - to finish the season.
0:06:20 > 0:06:24- I remember going to a Plygain - at Llanymawddwy...
0:06:24 > 0:06:27- ..and there was 15 - before the first half was over.
0:06:28 > 0:06:31- They went to smoke in the cemetery - during the break.
0:06:31 > 0:06:32- It wasn't like that tonight.
0:06:32 > 0:06:34- It wasn't like that tonight.- - No, not at all.
0:06:34 > 0:06:35- It's been a memorable Plygain.
0:06:35 > 0:06:38- It's been a memorable Plygain.- - Yes, it's one I'll remember.
0:06:39 > 0:06:42- It's important - to retain these old traditions.
0:06:42 > 0:06:47- # As thou art, as thou art
0:06:47 > 0:06:52- # For that, come promptly
0:06:52 > 0:06:57- # As thou art #
0:06:59 > 0:07:02- We'll be closing the programme - with a special Plygain carol.
0:07:03 > 0:07:08- At 9.30pm on S4C, there's a special - episode of the series, Ffermio...
0:07:08 > 0:07:12- ..featuring former presenters - and archive footage...
0:07:12 > 0:07:15- ..to mark 20 years of the series.
0:07:15 > 0:07:18- There's about two hours - before the celebrations...
0:07:18 > 0:07:23- ..so we're joined by one of its - early presenters, Sulwyn Thomas...
0:07:23 > 0:07:26- ..and the series producer, - Richard Rees.
0:07:26 > 0:07:28- Welcome to you both.
0:07:28 > 0:07:29- Thank you.
0:07:29 > 0:07:33- I'm sure there's going to be a lot - of celebrations to mark 20 years.
0:07:33 > 0:07:36- Yes, that's right.
0:07:37 > 0:07:39- You were the first producer.
0:07:40 > 0:07:51- Yes, that's right.
0:07:51 > 0:08:01- There was about 800 tapes - to look through...
0:08:01 > 0:08:05- ..and it was great to visit - all the people.
0:08:05 > 0:08:14- We had a lot of presenters.
0:08:14 > 0:08:17- We had a lot of fun working - together.
0:08:17 > 0:08:21- You must have some wonderful - memories.
0:08:21 > 0:08:23- Yes, that's right.
0:08:23 > 0:08:25- Ffermio was a service for farmers.
0:08:25 > 0:08:30- Before we chat any further, let's - enjoy some of your archive footage.
0:08:34 > 0:08:39- Hello and welcome to a special - edition of Ffermio and our forum.
0:08:39 > 0:08:43- Statistics show that BSE - is finally under control.
0:08:43 > 0:08:48- It was at its worst in 1992 - with over 4,000 cases in Wales.
0:08:49 > 0:08:54- It's rumoured that 500,000 people - will take part in the march.
0:08:54 > 0:08:59- There's a feeling that these numbers - are not important...
0:08:59 > 0:09:04- ..but the protestors want everyone - to listen to those in the country.
0:09:16 > 0:09:20- Did that array of clips stir up - some fond memories for you?
0:09:21 > 0:09:23- Yes, it certainly did.
0:09:24 > 0:09:30- You were the first presenter, - Sulwyn.
0:09:30 > 0:09:34- I think I looked much younger!
0:09:35 > 0:09:43- It was great to work on Ffermio.
0:09:43 > 0:09:47- None of the three presenters - on the first series...
0:09:47 > 0:09:55- ..hadn't worked in agriculture.
0:09:55 > 0:09:58- I think the programme - proved to be a success.
0:09:59 > 0:10:03- We had advisors on the programme.
0:10:04 > 0:10:09- It was a very clever move.
0:10:09 > 0:10:17- We wanted to show that agriculture - was a business.
0:10:17 > 0:10:24- A lot of people - think of rural Wales...
0:10:25 > 0:10:36- ..as being like something - you see on a chocolate box!
0:10:36 > 0:10:41- We wanted to prove - that it was a business.
0:10:42 > 0:10:52- It was the only programme about - agriculture on the channel.
0:10:52 > 0:10:57- The programme is highly respected - all over Britain.
0:10:57 > 0:11:03- People could use the subtitles.
0:11:03 > 0:11:07- They could learn about agriculture.
0:11:08 > 0:11:11- Gerallt was one of the presenters - on Ffermio.
0:11:11 > 0:11:22- Gerallt is at the Fron Goch - Garden Centre for us tonight.
0:11:22 > 0:11:32- I'm sure you have fond memories.
0:11:33 > 0:11:37- Hello to Richard and Sulwyn.
0:11:37 > 0:11:42- I also remember Terwyn Davies.
0:11:43 > 0:11:54- He works with Tommo - on Radio Cymru now.
0:11:54 > 0:12:05- I'll never forget his impersonation - of Sulwyn Thomas.
0:12:05 > 0:12:15- He would shut his mouth as soon - as Sulwyn entered the room.
0:12:15 > 0:12:20- Sulwyn never heard the - impersonation.
0:12:20 > 0:12:25- He highly respected you.
0:12:25 > 0:12:37- Gerallt mentioned Terwyn.
0:12:39 > 0:12:44- It would be great to hear - that impersonation.
0:12:44 > 0:12:50- We could use Terwyn - for voiceovers...
0:12:50 > 0:13:02- ..when Sulwyn wasn't available!
0:13:03 > 0:13:08- I remember when there was the - Foot and Mouth outbreak.
0:13:08 > 0:13:18- We had to make two live programmes - a week.
0:13:18 > 0:13:24- We had people on hand - to answer telephones...
0:13:25 > 0:13:33- ..to those farmers - who were very worried.
0:13:34 > 0:13:41- I'm sure there's going to be a lot - of celebrations to mark 20 years.
0:13:41 > 0:13:46- There's so much material - in the programme tonight.
0:13:46 > 0:13:51- We've got a lot of our highlights.
0:13:51 > 0:13:55- You can see all the presenters.
0:13:55 > 0:13:56- Am I there?
0:13:56 > 0:14:00- It's 35 years to the day since Wales - was covered with a blanket of snow.
0:14:00 > 0:14:04- The Blizzard of 1982 lasted 48 hours - and the country grinded to a halt.
0:14:04 > 0:14:07- Thanks to Bethan Williams - from Rhiw near Aberdaron...
0:14:08 > 0:14:16- ..for sending us a photograph of the - children enjoying a day off school.
0:14:16 > 0:14:21- The weather is totally different - 35 years later.
0:14:22 > 0:14:26- Earlier, we received a photograph of - a daffodil...
0:14:26 > 0:14:29- ..that flowered - over weekend in Llandwrog.
0:14:29 > 0:14:33- Thanks to eight-year-old Gwern Elis - Roberts for the photograph.
0:14:34 > 0:14:37- Temperatures are set to drop over - the coming days with snow forecast.
0:14:38 > 0:14:48- You could have days off school like - the children of Aberdaron in 1982.
0:14:48 > 0:14:52- Sulwyn remembers the snow of 1982.
0:14:52 > 0:14:55- Yes, I do.
0:14:55 > 0:15:05- You had to walk to work.
0:15:05 > 0:15:14- Yes, I had to walk to work - for a week in Swansea.
0:15:14 > 0:15:21- I remember getting the train - from Carmarthen to Swansea.
0:15:22 > 0:15:27- Richard had to walk from Llanelli - to Swansea.
0:15:27 > 0:15:35- It's about 15 miles!
0:15:35 > 0:15:42- We had a skeleton staff that day.
0:15:43 > 0:15:52- It was the time that Radio Cymru - became a real service.
0:15:52 > 0:15:58- People used the service - to share information.
0:15:59 > 0:16:03- It was great to be a part of it.
0:16:03 > 0:16:06- We had calls from - all over the place.
0:16:07 > 0:16:09- Thank you.
0:16:09 > 0:16:13- There's still plenty to enjoy - in the next part of the programme.
0:16:13 > 0:16:17- Yvonne closes the doors of the most - famous garage in the Aeron Valley.
0:16:18 > 0:16:25- Those who got engaged over Christmas - could take part in Priodas Pum Mil.
0:16:25 > 0:16:29- Emma and Trystan have - all the details for your shortly.
0:16:29 > 0:16:33- We also reveal the lucky winner - of our New Year's competition.
0:16:33 > 0:16:37- A television or iPad could be on its - way to you by the end of the night.
0:16:37 > 0:16:40- Join us in a few minutes.
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0:16:53 > 0:16:55- Welcome back.
0:16:55 > 0:17:00- Last week on Heno, we had a special - New Year's Competition.
0:17:00 > 0:17:04- Thousands entered to win an iPad - or a television...
0:17:04 > 0:17:07- ..but there can only be one winner.
0:17:07 > 0:17:10- Congratulations to Doreen Martin - from Llansawel.
0:17:11 > 0:17:17- You chose the television and we'll - get it in the post to you tonight.
0:17:17 > 0:17:22- Next, we head to the Aeron Valley - to hear of the life of Tim Davies.
0:17:22 > 0:17:26- He's owned a garage for 30 years...
0:17:26 > 0:17:29- ..and loves nothing more - than sitting behind the wheel.
0:17:29 > 0:17:32- Yvonne went to hear - his interesting story.
0:17:34 > 0:17:41- In 1989, Tim Davies opened - this garage in Ystrad Aeron...
0:17:41 > 0:17:46- ..but he marks the end of an era and - closes its doors for the last time.
0:17:46 > 0:17:52- He's a petrolhead with fond memories - of being a professional racer.
0:17:55 > 0:17:57- I started racing cars in 1977...
0:17:57 > 0:18:02- ..after entering a competition - with the Western Mail.
0:18:02 > 0:18:06- The advert read "Drive yourself - around Brands Hatch!"
0:18:07 > 0:18:09- I won the competition...
0:18:10 > 0:18:13- ..and was named the Brands Hatch - Racing School Driver of the Year.
0:18:13 > 0:18:19- I drove a Formula 1 car and I hadn't - driven a lot so it was exciting.
0:18:20 > 0:18:27- Tim became a tutor at Brands Hatch - and trained various celebrities...
0:18:27 > 0:18:32- ..such as Geoff Capes, Lucinda Green - and Shakin' Stevens.
0:18:32 > 0:18:37- It was very interesting - to teach them and they enjoyed it.
0:18:37 > 0:18:43- They spent the weekend at Brands - Hatch and it was like a holiday.
0:18:43 > 0:18:47- I got to teach them - and it was a great honour for me.
0:18:47 > 0:18:51- He won British Championships...
0:18:51 > 0:18:55- ..and was third in the Wales - Sports Personality of the Year.
0:18:56 > 0:19:01- With the correct funding, he could - have been a Formula 1 driver.
0:19:01 > 0:19:08- My best year was in 1983 when I won - the Formula 4 2000 single seaters...
0:19:08 > 0:19:14- ..and won about 15 races that year.
0:19:14 > 0:19:19- There was also the Formula 3000 with - the first street race in Birmingham.
0:19:19 > 0:19:25- It was a great time of my life - that I thoroughly enjoyed.
0:19:26 > 0:19:31- He also enjoys restoring - classic cars and tractors.
0:19:31 > 0:19:35- His contribution to this community - is highly appreciated.
0:19:36 > 0:19:40- He built most of the garage - himself...
0:19:40 > 0:19:44- ..and restored all the cars - and tractors.
0:19:44 > 0:19:48- His work is excellent.
0:19:48 > 0:19:53- Tim's a real perfectionist - and always has been.
0:19:54 > 0:19:58- When I worked in the garage - in the 1960s...
0:19:58 > 0:20:01- ..the Lotus Cortina - was the bee's knees!
0:20:02 > 0:20:05- I'm delighted to have two of them.
0:20:05 > 0:20:13- The cars were only fit for scrap - but I decided to restore them.
0:20:13 > 0:20:19- My first Lotus Cortina took - two and a half years to restore...
0:20:20 > 0:20:24- ..but the tractors - have taken many years.
0:20:24 > 0:20:30- I knew I'd eventually finish them - and they sit in the showroom now.
0:20:34 > 0:20:42- How did it feel to get back into - the driving seat five years ago?
0:20:42 > 0:20:47- I won the Touring Car Championship - in 2013 and 2014.
0:20:47 > 0:20:57- It was great to know that I was - still able to do it and it was fun!
0:20:57 > 0:21:04- When the green lights come on - and the race starts...
0:21:04 > 0:21:07- ..you forget everything - and focus on winning.
0:21:08 > 0:21:11- Tim will not be in the shop - and garage in the future...
0:21:12 > 0:21:16- ..but I'm sure he'll still - be behind the wheel!
0:21:16 > 0:21:20- I've been here for a few years - but it's time to move on.
0:21:20 > 0:21:25- I'm going to enjoy my time off - and nothing beats racing a car!
0:21:34 > 0:21:36- Good luck to Tim - with his retirement.
0:21:37 > 0:21:39- I've got another interesting fact - for you.
0:21:39 > 0:21:43- Tim drove the car in the film, - Silver Dream Racer...
0:21:43 > 0:21:55- ..with the actor and singer, - David Essex.
0:21:59 > 0:22:05- We've had a tweet - from one of our viewers.
0:22:05 > 0:22:08- He enjoyed the chat about Ffermio.
0:22:09 > 0:22:12- Research suggests that the average - cost of a wedding is 24,000.
0:22:12 > 0:22:16- How would you like someone to - arrange your wedding and pay for it?
0:22:16 > 0:22:22- This is exactly what S4C - are offering in Priodas Pum Mil.
0:22:22 > 0:22:26- But as the title suggests, - the wedding can only cost 5,000.
0:22:26 > 0:22:28- If you missed the first series...
0:22:28 > 0:22:31- ..let's take a look at clip - of Carolyn and Gerallt's wedding.
0:22:35 > 0:22:37- ..to love...
0:22:37 > 0:22:40- ..and to cherish...
0:22:40 > 0:22:42- ..for all the days of our lives.
0:22:42 > 0:22:46- You can now kiss the bride.
0:22:46 > 0:22:49- CHEERING
0:22:52 > 0:22:54- GASPS
0:22:55 > 0:22:58- Mr Potato Head!
0:22:58 > 0:23:02- It's Mr Potato Head.
0:23:02 > 0:23:06- Shall we celebrate? - I'm off!
0:23:12 > 0:23:17- From start to finish, - it's been absolutely brilliant.
0:23:17 > 0:23:21- It couldn't have been better. - No, not at all.
0:23:26 > 0:23:30- The series is looking for couples - to take part in the second series.
0:23:30 > 0:23:33- Our next guests are going to sell - the whole concept to you.
0:23:34 > 0:23:38- It's the series presenters, Emma - Walford and Trystan Ellis-Morris.
0:23:38 > 0:23:39- Welcome to you both.
0:23:39 > 0:23:45- Thank you.
0:23:45 > 0:23:55- When you signed the contract...
0:23:56 > 0:24:00- ..did you know how much work would - be involved?
0:24:00 > 0:24:04- We were truly hands-on.
0:24:05 > 0:24:08- We did well.
0:24:21 > 0:24:26- The company calls you and - asks you to take part...
0:24:26 > 0:24:30- ..and I thought it would be easy...
0:24:30 > 0:24:35- ..but that wasn't the case.
0:24:35 > 0:24:39- It's been incredible.
0:24:39 > 0:24:48- We got to meet a lot of people.
0:24:48 > 0:25:00- People enjoy seeing it - when things go wrong.
0:25:01 > 0:25:08- Yes, and Geraint's friend played - a nasty trick on him.
0:25:08 > 0:25:14- They gave him a suit - that was far too small...
0:25:14 > 0:25:18- ..and the colour wasn't one - that he wanted.
0:25:18 > 0:25:24- He broke down into tears.
0:25:24 > 0:25:35- I had to make out - that I didn't know anything.
0:25:35 > 0:25:39- It was all a joke.
0:25:39 > 0:25:43- You must be honoured to be involved.
0:25:43 > 0:25:48- It's an honour to be a part of these - people's lives.
0:25:48 > 0:25:51- It's a television series...
0:25:52 > 0:25:55- ..but this is someone's wedding.
0:25:58 > 0:26:02- You have to forget - that it's a television programme.
0:26:02 > 0:26:09- They have to forget the cameras.
0:26:09 > 0:26:14- I think we did a programme - in Cardigan and made a cake.
0:26:14 > 0:26:21- We didn't have a clue...
0:26:22 > 0:26:26- ..that we would have to make - the cake.
0:26:26 > 0:26:31- Thank heavens for taking the cakes - out of the tins!
0:26:31 > 0:26:36- We had to make three cakes.
0:26:36 > 0:26:40- It was incredible.
0:26:40 > 0:26:49- The cake was delicious in the end.
0:26:49 > 0:26:55- We want more couples - for the next series.
0:26:55 > 0:27:02- We've had a great response.
0:27:03 > 0:27:08- All the people from Gwynedd - want to take part.
0:27:08 > 0:27:19- We want more of a challenge.
0:27:19 > 0:27:26- You don't want too much - of a challenge.
0:27:26 > 0:27:33- Yes, and we've had the traditional - weddings.
0:27:33 > 0:27:40- We also had to get Cardigan Castle - at a cost price.
0:27:42 > 0:27:46- Gerallt and Alun can remind us - of their stories tonight.
0:27:46 > 0:27:50- After the break, join me and the - pupils of Ysgol Dyffryn y Glowyr...
0:27:51 > 0:27:54- ..as we learn more - about the Mari Lwyd.
0:28:09 > 0:28:14- Join me at the Fron Goch Garden - Centre.
0:28:16 > 0:28:20- I'll have tips on what to do with - the Christmas tree.
0:28:21 > 0:28:23- Subtitles
0:28:26 > 0:28:28- Welcome back.
0:28:28 > 0:28:33- On Friday's Heno, Elin Fflur sent - our best wishes to Cari Hughes...
0:28:33 > 0:28:38- ..who was in the Great Edinburgh - Cross Country International.
0:28:38 > 0:28:42- It's one of the main races - in the athletics calendar.
0:28:42 > 0:28:47- Cari did incredibly well - and finished in 11th place.
0:28:47 > 0:28:52- Dewi Griffiths from the Swansea - Harriers was fourth in his race.
0:28:53 > 0:28:56- A massive congratulations - to the pair of them.
0:28:56 > 0:29:00- Let's return to Gerallt Pennant - at the Fron Goch Garden Centre.
0:29:00 > 0:29:02- He has a few tips for us - for the season.
0:29:03 > 0:29:05- Good evening, Gerallt.
0:29:05 > 0:29:08- Good evening to you.
0:29:08 > 0:29:12- Welcome back to the - Fron Goch Garden Centre.
0:29:12 > 0:29:18- I'm joined by Awen Jones who works - at the Fron Goch Garden Centre.
0:29:18 > 0:29:21- The Christmas season is over.
0:29:21 > 0:29:28- There's a sea of colour - in the centre.
0:29:28 > 0:29:32- Yes, there's plenty of colour - for your garden.
0:29:33 > 0:29:36- You can have so many colours.
0:29:37 > 0:29:43- It's great to see them in January.
0:29:43 > 0:29:50- We've got some great flowers - in the pots.
0:29:50 > 0:29:55- The cyclamen are great flowers.
0:29:55 > 0:30:00- You should dead-head them...
0:30:01 > 0:30:08- ..and they will last a while.
0:30:08 > 0:30:13- There's also the primroses and - the daffodils.
0:30:13 > 0:30:19- There's a garden in a pot!
0:30:19 > 0:30:29- You could have it in your porch.
0:30:29 > 0:30:33- What could people have - in their gardens?
0:30:34 > 0:30:39- This plant is great.
0:30:39 > 0:30:51- It has a lot of pollen.
0:30:54 > 0:30:59- It isn't too late - to plant some bulbs.
0:30:59 > 0:31:02- No, it isn't too late - to plant bulbs.
0:31:07 > 0:31:10- Don't worry as you can plant them - in pots.
0:31:11 > 0:31:15- What about this exhibition?
0:31:15 > 0:31:21- It looks wonderful.
0:31:21 > 0:31:25- These plants are wonderful.
0:31:25 > 0:31:30- They come in a pure white...
0:31:30 > 0:31:36- ..and also in some pinks too.
0:31:37 > 0:31:44- These flowers are wonderful - for any garden.
0:31:45 > 0:31:53- They can survive - the January weather.
0:31:53 > 0:31:58- They come back year in year out.
0:31:58 > 0:32:03- People struggle in the garden.
0:32:03 > 0:32:07- A lot of people will have Christmas - trees in their gardens...
0:32:07 > 0:32:10- ..that are looking worse for wear.
0:32:11 > 0:32:16- What should people do with those - Christmas trees?
0:32:16 > 0:32:19- You can get them recycled.
0:32:19 > 0:32:28- You can also put it through - a garden shredder.
0:32:28 > 0:32:31- You can use it as fertilizer - for your gardens.
0:32:31 > 0:32:33- Back to you in Llanelli.
0:32:34 > 0:32:36- Thank you, Gerallt.
0:32:36 > 0:32:48- Tonight, we're joined by a special - audience in the Heno studio.
0:32:55 > 0:32:59- Are you enjoying your night, Bet?
0:33:00 > 0:33:09- Yes, it's great.
0:33:10 > 0:33:13- Our group meets once a month - on a Monday.
0:33:14 > 0:33:21- We have various speakers.
0:33:21 > 0:33:24- We've heard from Gillian Elisa.
0:33:24 > 0:33:28- There's also people teaching us - about flowers.
0:33:28 > 0:33:30- It's all about having company.
0:33:30 > 0:33:34- The Welsh language initiative - of Neath and Port Talbot...
0:33:35 > 0:33:40- ..will visit 2,000 children to teach - them Welsh traditions this week.
0:33:40 > 0:33:44- Alun joined the celebrations - at Ysgol Dyffryn y Glowyr.
0:33:44 > 0:33:49- # Here we come dear friends, - here we come dear friends
0:33:49 > 0:33:55- # To ask for permission, - to ask for permission
0:33:55 > 0:33:59- # To ask for permission to sing #
0:34:00 > 0:34:04- Most of us are familiar with the - Welsh tradition of the Mari Lwyd.
0:34:04 > 0:34:08- How much do the pupils of - Ysgol Gymraeg Dyffryn y Glowyr know?
0:34:09 > 0:34:15- # To ask for permission to sing #
0:34:16 > 0:34:20- A lot of children enjoy - a Welsh medium education.
0:34:20 > 0:34:24- Their knowledge of Welsh culture - is another question.
0:34:24 > 0:34:28- We're working with schools - to promote these Welsh traditions...
0:34:28 > 0:34:32- ..and educate people about their - culture and Welsh identity.
0:34:32 > 0:34:35- Happy New Year to you all!
0:34:36 > 0:34:40- We wanted as many people as possible - to see the Mari Lwyd...
0:34:40 > 0:34:45- .so we started with the pubs - before moving to the schools.
0:34:54 > 0:34:59- I didn't know anything - about the Mari Lwyd before today...
0:34:59 > 0:35:06- ..but I've learnt loads and - it's a symbol of a happy new year.
0:35:07 > 0:35:11- They come to the school every year - to sing and dance.
0:35:11 > 0:35:17- They use a horse's skull - as it's a symbol of strength.
0:35:17 > 0:35:22- I really enjoyed today.
0:35:22 > 0:35:24- I really enjoyed today.- - And we did a lot of singing.
0:35:25 > 0:35:31- # Fa, la, la, la, la, - la, la, la, la #
0:35:31 > 0:35:36- This week, we'll visit 15 schools - and meet over 1,500 children.
0:35:36 > 0:35:44- We hope people come to meet - the Mari Lwyd and learn about her.
0:35:46 > 0:35:50- The children never forget - seeing the Mari Lwyd.
0:35:51 > 0:35:57- This isn't something from the past - but is alive and well today.
0:35:58 > 0:36:03- It's important to safeguard - these traditions for the future.
0:36:04 > 0:36:09- # Happy New Year to you #
0:36:09 > 0:36:13- Yes, it's very important for us - to retain these traditions.
0:36:13 > 0:36:16- We've got a quick announcement - for you.
0:36:16 > 0:36:20- This Friday at Ty'r Gwrhyd - in Pontardawe...
0:36:20 > 0:36:25- ..Alun Gibbard discusses his book, - Carwyn James, Yn Erbyn y Gwynt...
0:36:25 > 0:36:28- ..with the sports commentator, - Alun Wyn Bevan.
0:36:29 > 0:36:34- The event starts at 7.00pm, - it's free entry and all are welcome.
0:36:35 > 0:36:43- After the break, we hear of a new - tradition in the Brecon Beacons.
0:36:44 > 0:36:47- I can't think of a better way - to start the year...
0:36:48 > 0:36:51- ..than through battling the - elements.
0:36:52 > 0:36:55- It's a fantastic way to start - the year with a lot of friends.
0:36:55 > 0:37:00- We'll also hear a taster of the - Plygain tradition in Dinas Mawddwy.
0:37:00 > 0:37:06- If you recognize any of these faces, - call them quick to tune in.
0:37:07 > 0:37:09- See you in a few minutes.
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0:37:17 > 0:37:19- Subtitles
0:37:22 > 0:37:24- Welcome back.
0:37:24 > 0:37:29- Thank you to the Priordy Chapel - in Carmarthen for this photograph.
0:37:29 > 0:37:32- Yesterday, one of its loyal member, - Ffion Parsons...
0:37:33 > 0:37:37- ..cut her hair to raise funds - for the Little Princess Trust.
0:37:37 > 0:37:42- The charity provides wigs for small - children who have lost their hair...
0:37:42 > 0:37:45- ..as a result of medical procedures.
0:37:46 > 0:37:50- Ffion grew her hair for three years - and there was enough for three wigs.
0:37:50 > 0:37:53- Ffion was also being sponsored...
0:37:53 > 0:37:57- ..and the funds went to Myeloma UK - in memory of her grandmother.
0:37:57 > 0:37:59- Well done to Ffion...
0:37:59 > 0:38:03- ..and thanks to Priordy Chapel - for sharing the story with us.
0:38:03 > 0:38:06- Do you have a tradition that you - like to do every new year?
0:38:07 > 0:38:11- Some go for a family walk or - New Year's Day or meet with friends.
0:38:11 > 0:38:15- What about exercising under - a cold, wintry waterfall?
0:38:15 > 0:38:21- Yesterday, a group of people did - just that in the Brecon Beacons.
0:38:22 > 0:38:24- Daf Wyn was there to see it all.
0:38:26 > 0:38:32- The Brecon Beacons is one of the - three national parks of Wales.
0:38:33 > 0:38:39- Within the Brecon Beacons and close - to Aberdare is Waterfall Country.
0:38:41 > 0:38:47- The most famous is Sgwd yr Eira that - attracts nature experts and walkers.
0:38:47 > 0:38:53- At the start of every new year, - it hosts a very unusual event.
0:38:55 > 0:38:59- Our journey starts in the - village of Penderyn...
0:38:59 > 0:39:05- ..where a group of people have come - together to do karate.
0:39:07 > 0:39:11- We all get together on the first - Sunday of the New Year...
0:39:11 > 0:39:16- ..as karate groups from around Wales - and further afield.
0:39:16 > 0:39:20- It sets us up for a hard year - of training...
0:39:21 > 0:39:27- ..and no other session will be as - hard as this under the waterfall.
0:39:30 > 0:39:35- With everyone eager and ready to go, - to 40 minute journey began.
0:39:35 > 0:39:38- First, we had to run half way...
0:39:38 > 0:39:43- ..before stopping to do some kihon - or striking and kicking training.
0:39:45 > 0:39:49- After 20 minutes of physicality, - we moved on to the waterfall...
0:39:50 > 0:39:54- ..but we had to deal with the - slippery uneven path first.
0:39:59 > 0:40:05- I do the waterfall karate as after - eating too much at Christmas...
0:40:05 > 0:40:13- ..it can be great to start - the New Year off with a bang.
0:40:13 > 0:40:19- It can be difficult to pull yourself - off the sofa, but we come every year
0:40:19 > 0:40:24- There are people here from London, - Manchester, Germany and Ireland...
0:40:24 > 0:40:29- ..who enjoy coming to make friends - and to encourage us to train again.
0:40:32 > 0:40:40- All present were trying - to focus the mind in peace.
0:40:42 > 0:40:47- For those with a black belt, it was - an opportunity to enter the water.
0:40:48 > 0:40:55- Then came the big moment, - every person would step forward...
0:40:55 > 0:40:57- ..to bathe in the waterfall.
0:40:58 > 0:41:06- Everyone is practising their - punches in a mindful way.
0:41:07 > 0:41:09- How do you feel after doing that?
0:41:10 > 0:41:19- I feel great now, - but in the beginning it was tough.
0:41:20 > 0:41:30- We try and push our bodies to the - extreme in time for any battles...
0:41:30 > 0:41:35- ..as our bodies will have already - have been pushed to the max.
0:41:35 > 0:41:39- It nurtures perseverance, - keeps us fit and inspires us.
0:41:39 > 0:41:42- It's cold, but fantastic.
0:41:42 > 0:41:43- How did it go?
0:41:43 > 0:41:48- How did it go?- - Great, it was very cold, but good.
0:41:48 > 0:41:50- Was it difficult?
0:41:51 > 0:41:58- No, it was fantastic and - many of us enjoyed it.
0:41:58 > 0:42:04- I've never done this before, - I was nervous, it was cold.
0:42:04 > 0:42:09- I thought it might be nice, but no.
0:42:09 > 0:42:16- I've come from Germany, after - hearing about these crazy people...
0:42:16 > 0:42:20- ..training under a waterfall and - I wanted to be one of them.
0:42:21 > 0:42:25- It was a great experience, slightly - cold, but otherwise, lovely.
0:42:27 > 0:42:30- I'm ready for the New Year training.
0:42:30 > 0:42:31- Are you looking forward to a shower?
0:42:31 > 0:42:33- Are you looking forward to a shower?- - Yes.
0:42:33 > 0:42:38- There's no better way to start the - year than battling the elements.
0:42:38 > 0:42:43- We're here whatever the weather and - look forward to the year ahead.
0:42:43 > 0:42:48- This was great and I feel fantastic.
0:42:50 > 0:42:53- If you would like to take part - in the event next year...
0:42:53 > 0:42:58- ..or join a local karate club, - visit www.bbkwales.co.uk
0:42:58 > 0:43:02- You can view most of our items again - on our Facebook page.
0:43:02 > 0:43:06- We've got over 13,000 followers - on Facebook.
0:43:06 > 0:43:13- You'll also find exclusive clips - and competitions on the page.
0:43:13 > 0:43:18- Trystan Ellis-Morris - and Emma Walford...
0:43:18 > 0:43:23- ..have been our studio guests - this evening.
0:43:23 > 0:43:29- We've had a few messages.
0:43:29 > 0:43:37- Julia Watts loves the programme.
0:43:38 > 0:43:50- She says hello to Trystan and Emma.
0:43:50 > 0:43:53- Matt Guy also wants to offers - his services...
0:43:53 > 0:44:01- ..for Priodas Pum Mil.
0:44:01 > 0:44:05- I'm going to be cooking on - Pryd o Ser.
0:44:05 > 0:44:09- It's worth watching.
0:44:09 > 0:44:16- She hasn't helped me at all.
0:44:16 > 0:44:23- You still want couples - for Priodas Pum Mil.
0:44:23 > 0:44:27- Yes, it's for our second series.
0:44:27 > 0:44:34- We need two couples.
0:44:34 > 0:44:37- Geraint Hardy has just got engaged.
0:44:37 > 0:44:41- He won't take part!
0:44:41 > 0:44:43- I've already asked him.
0:44:43 > 0:44:45- Come with us with your ideas.
0:44:46 > 0:44:47- We'd love to try it.
0:44:47 > 0:44:50- That's all we have time for - this evening.
0:44:51 > 0:44:54- If you've been watching - since 7.00pm...
0:44:54 > 0:44:59- ..you will have seen the singing at - Ebenezer Chapel in Dinas Mawddwy...
0:45:00 > 0:45:03- ..and that's where - we end the programme.
0:45:03 > 0:45:07- Thanks to the locals - for welcoming us back once again.
0:45:07 > 0:45:09- We love seeing the old traditions.
0:45:10 > 0:45:11- We hope you enjoy Carol y Swper.
0:45:12 > 0:45:18- # Let humanity sing together - on the day of salvation
0:45:18 > 0:45:25- # The plan of Providence - has come to light
0:45:25 > 0:45:33- # A song of Hallelujah - of praise to the most High
0:45:33 > 0:45:40- # The Messiah of Judah, - without ceasing
0:45:40 > 0:45:50- # Let us praise for joy, the truth - is that there is a Redeemer
0:45:50 > 0:46:01- # A Saviour is born to us, - that is Christ, King Jesus
0:46:01 > 0:46:10- # Before day, before day, - in Bethlehem without being hidden
0:46:11 > 0:46:23- # There is a Redeemer at the - dawning of the day, O Happy Day! #
0:46:25 > 0:46:26- That was fantastic.
0:46:27 > 0:46:31- Don't forget to contact us if you'd - like us to visit one of your events.
0:46:31 > 0:46:34- From all of us and the ladies of - Caersalem Chapel in Pontyberem...
0:46:35 > 0:46:38- ..thank you for joining us - and goodnight.
0:46:40 > 0:46:40- .