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0:00:15 > 0:00:18- This is the story - of Mel Parry and me...
0:00:18 > 0:00:21- ..and how, helped by the people - of the Nantlle Valley...
0:00:22 > 0:00:25- ..we hope to stage - a grand Christmas fair in Penygroes.
0:00:26 > 0:00:30- The hard work has been going on - since a public meeting in May.
0:00:30 > 0:00:33- Local footballers have stripped...
0:00:33 > 0:00:36- ..the location and band - have been organized...
0:00:36 > 0:00:38- ..and the rides have been booked.
0:00:39 > 0:00:43- With the fair fast approaching, - the procession must be organized...
0:00:43 > 0:00:46- ..the food prepared - and the grotto decorated...
0:00:47 > 0:00:49- ..as well as ensuring - that people turn up.
0:00:49 > 0:00:51- We want fine weather too.
0:00:54 > 0:00:59- # Behold we had the Messiah
0:00:59 > 0:01:06- # The most valuable friend ever
0:01:06 > 0:01:11- # From Moses and the prophets - came to pass
0:01:12 > 0:01:16- # What was said about him - before he came #
0:01:16 > 0:01:20- The evening of 8 December, - with one day to go before the fair.
0:01:20 > 0:01:23- It's bitterly cold outside.
0:01:23 > 0:01:26- The joyous voices - of Cor Dyffryn Nantlle...
0:01:27 > 0:01:30- ..are carried on the wind - down Snowdon Street.
0:01:30 > 0:01:34- The people of Penygroes - are preparing for Christmas.
0:01:34 > 0:01:38- The Christmas trees and decorations - are being put up...
0:01:39 > 0:01:43- ..and eight months of planning - by Mel and me are almost over.
0:01:43 > 0:01:47- The whole community - has pulled together to help.
0:01:47 > 0:01:51- Local children eagerly await - Santa Claus's visit...
0:01:51 > 0:01:55- ..to our grotto - in the Memorial Hall.
0:01:55 > 0:01:58- Everyone is truly excited.
0:01:58 > 0:02:03- In the grotto, the crew is busy - preparing for the special visitor.
0:02:05 > 0:02:08- Well, we have a day - to go to the fair.
0:02:08 > 0:02:12- There's a lot to do tomorrow, - but I've got a list, so I'm happy.
0:02:12 > 0:02:15- The barriers and cones are arriving.
0:02:15 > 0:02:19- The grotto has to be finished, - and the stalls have to be set up.
0:02:19 > 0:02:20- The tables and so on.
0:02:21 > 0:02:24- We have to pick up the presents - for the grotto...
0:02:24 > 0:02:26- ..and wrap them all.
0:02:26 > 0:02:28- We have to help with the food.
0:02:28 > 0:02:31- Fetch sausages - and burgers and so on.
0:02:31 > 0:02:33- But I think we'll be OK then.
0:02:33 > 0:02:35- I'm looking forward to it now.
0:02:35 > 0:02:37- It has been months of work...
0:02:38 > 0:02:40- ..so I'll be glad - when the 10th comes!
0:02:45 > 0:02:50- The morning of the 9th, - our last chance to promote the fair.
0:02:50 > 0:02:54- Where better to start - than over a cuppa at Mel's house.
0:02:54 > 0:02:56- Here you are, Mel. A cuppa.
0:02:56 > 0:02:57- Here you are, Mel. A cuppa.- - Thanks. Wow!
0:02:57 > 0:02:58- Cheers.
0:02:58 > 0:02:59- Cheers.- - Cheers.
0:02:59 > 0:03:04- Who'd have thought it, - when we sat here eight months ago...
0:03:05 > 0:03:09- ..discussing whether to organize - a Christmas fair, and here we are.
0:03:10 > 0:03:11- It's tomorrow! Are you excited?
0:03:11 > 0:03:12- It's tomorrow! Are you excited?- - Yes, I am.
0:03:12 > 0:03:13- It'll be great!
0:03:13 > 0:03:15- It'll be great!- - I can't wait to see the reindeer.
0:03:16 > 0:03:17- That'll be fantastic.
0:03:17 > 0:03:18- That'll be fantastic.- - And the lads!
0:03:18 > 0:03:20- The lads, and the bikes.
0:03:20 > 0:03:21- And the skating rink.
0:03:22 > 0:03:24- Oh, and Christmas shopping!
0:03:24 > 0:03:25- Oh, and Christmas shopping!- - Oh, yes.
0:03:26 > 0:03:27- And the rides!
0:03:27 > 0:03:28- And the rides!- - Yes!
0:03:28 > 0:03:29- Will you go on one of the rides?
0:03:29 > 0:03:30- Will you go on one of the rides?- - Er... no.
0:03:41 > 0:03:42- Oh, I see.
0:03:42 > 0:03:44- We really are going up the hill!
0:03:45 > 0:03:47- # Very, very quietly
0:03:48 > 0:03:49- # The road
0:03:50 > 0:03:53- # The road is winding over the hill
0:03:53 > 0:03:56- # And we go slow and fast
0:03:56 > 0:03:58- # Mel and Nia
0:03:59 > 0:04:02- # Like to go for a spin - with Santa Claus
0:04:02 > 0:04:04- # In the little Mini
0:04:04 > 0:04:05- # In the little Mini
0:04:06 > 0:04:07- # Santa Claus
0:04:08 > 0:04:09- # Santa Claus
0:04:09 > 0:04:11- # Come to the fair
0:04:11 > 0:04:12- # Come to the fair
0:04:12 > 0:04:16- # Tomorrow with us #
0:04:19 > 0:04:22- The fair's starting to affect us!
0:04:23 > 0:04:25- It's time to distribute - some leaflets.
0:04:26 > 0:04:28- Shall we go to the Maes?
0:04:28 > 0:04:29- Pub!
0:04:30 > 0:04:31- How are you?
0:04:31 > 0:04:32- How are you?- - Are you keeping well?
0:04:33 > 0:04:35- We're doing cards.
0:04:35 > 0:04:38- Oh! I was supposed - to come to see you!
0:04:38 > 0:04:39- Yes.
0:04:39 > 0:04:41- Mel, this lady...
0:04:41 > 0:04:43- Do you live in Penygroes?
0:04:43 > 0:04:44- Do you live in Penygroes?- - Talysarn.
0:04:44 > 0:04:48- This lady's coming to the Memorial - Hall to make Christmas cards.
0:04:48 > 0:04:49- Very good.
0:04:49 > 0:04:53- I was supposed to talk to them - about the fair, but I forgot.
0:04:54 > 0:04:55- I forgot to go, Mel.
0:04:57 > 0:04:58- There's no letterbox!
0:04:58 > 0:05:00- There's no letterbox!- - We'll push it under here.
0:05:02 > 0:05:04- We'll come back to talk to them.
0:05:14 > 0:05:16- Is there anyone in town - you don't know, Mel?!
0:05:17 > 0:05:18- No, not really.
0:05:20 > 0:05:22- Penygroes Christmas fair.
0:05:22 > 0:05:23- Penygroes Christmas fair.- - I'm sure to come.
0:05:23 > 0:05:24- I live in Penygroes.
0:05:24 > 0:05:25- I live in Penygroes.- - Do you live there?
0:05:25 > 0:05:27- Very good. Thanks, June.
0:05:27 > 0:05:30- Put it in the window for us. - Thanks very much.
0:05:34 > 0:05:35- Hello!
0:05:35 > 0:05:38- I've bought a poster for you.
0:05:38 > 0:05:39- I've bought a poster for you.- - Oh, thank you very much.
0:05:39 > 0:05:41- I'll give her a kiss, and you too.
0:05:41 > 0:05:43- I'll give her a kiss, and you too.- - Oh, thank you, Mel!
0:05:43 > 0:05:44- Nice to see you.
0:05:46 > 0:05:47- I love you!
0:05:47 > 0:05:48- I love you!- - I love you!
0:05:50 > 0:05:52- While Mel - kissed his way around town...
0:05:53 > 0:05:58- ..two companies that have helped us - promote the event were busy too.
0:05:58 > 0:06:01- Gwasg Eryri - printed the naked calendar...
0:06:01 > 0:06:04- ..for the footballers - to sell at the fair...
0:06:04 > 0:06:08- ..and Cartrefi Cymunedol Gwynedd - prepared the last of the signs...
0:06:09 > 0:06:11- ..that are being put up - around the area.
0:06:13 > 0:06:14- Back we go to Penygroes.
0:06:14 > 0:06:18- Mel wants to ask Shamrock - and the scooter boys...
0:06:18 > 0:06:20- ..to take part in our procession.
0:06:20 > 0:06:24- The feast of bikes, a band - and reindeer will open our fair.
0:06:28 > 0:06:29- Parry!
0:06:29 > 0:06:31- Parry!- - OK? Good morning.
0:06:31 > 0:06:32- How are you?
0:06:32 > 0:06:34- I'm ready for Saturday.
0:06:35 > 0:06:37- I'm ready for Saturday.
0:06:37 > 0:06:38- I'm ready for Saturday.- - What's on Saturday?
0:06:39 > 0:06:42- The ride-out to the hall - at twelve o'clock.
0:06:42 > 0:06:43- Are we going?!
0:06:44 > 0:06:44- Yes.
0:06:44 > 0:06:46- Yes.- - You haven't asked us yet!
0:06:46 > 0:06:47- You are coming.
0:06:47 > 0:06:48- You are coming.- - Oh, you're telling us.
0:06:48 > 0:06:51- That's fine, that's ideal. - No problem.
0:06:51 > 0:06:52- You're smart.
0:06:52 > 0:06:54- You're smart.- - Thanks.
0:06:54 > 0:06:55- And a scarf!
0:06:55 > 0:06:56- And a scarf!- - Alright, mate?
0:06:56 > 0:06:57- OK, Mel?
0:06:57 > 0:06:58- See you Saturday, yeah?
0:06:59 > 0:07:00- You've done a good job.
0:07:02 > 0:07:03- Everyone's busy.
0:07:03 > 0:07:06- Barbecue boys Rhys and Cian...
0:07:06 > 0:07:10- ..are collecting our order - from Terence the butcher.
0:07:10 > 0:07:11- Alright, lads?
0:07:11 > 0:07:13- Alright, lads?- - Fine, thanks. You?
0:07:13 > 0:07:14- It's cold.
0:07:14 > 0:07:15- It's chilly.
0:07:15 > 0:07:16- It's chilly.- - It is.
0:07:17 > 0:07:21- We've come to pick up the sausages - for tomorrow.
0:07:21 > 0:07:22- Great.
0:07:23 > 0:07:25- Have you ordered dry weather?
0:07:25 > 0:07:27- Hopefully. The forecast isn't bad.
0:07:27 > 0:07:28- Cold and dry.
0:07:29 > 0:07:30- It'll bring more people out.
0:07:30 > 0:07:33- It'll bring more people out.- - Hopefully, everyone gets a sausage!
0:07:33 > 0:07:35- Do you know what I've got you?
0:07:35 > 0:07:36- Guess!
0:07:37 > 0:07:40- What do you always get - when you come to sit here?
0:07:42 > 0:07:45- Tell me what you get - every time you come here.
0:07:45 > 0:07:47- Move the scooter book.
0:07:48 > 0:07:50- Go and sit in your chair.
0:07:50 > 0:07:51- Thanks!
0:07:55 > 0:07:56- There you are, lads.
0:07:57 > 0:07:58- If you need more, come back.
0:07:59 > 0:08:03- While we're seeking a profit, - Mel's promising free food.
0:08:03 > 0:08:05- Yes, there's free food for the lads!
0:08:05 > 0:08:07- Yes, there's free food for the lads!- - Free food for the lads!
0:08:11 > 0:08:12- Oh, no!
0:08:12 > 0:08:13- Sorry, Nia!
0:08:14 > 0:08:15- I didn't know!
0:08:16 > 0:08:17- Hiya. Are you alright?
0:08:17 > 0:08:18- Hiya. Are you alright?- - Fine, and you?
0:08:18 > 0:08:19- Fine, thanks.
0:08:20 > 0:08:21- Eggs and milk?
0:08:21 > 0:08:23- Yes, they're ready for you.
0:08:23 > 0:08:24- Thanks very much.
0:08:26 > 0:08:28- Thanks for the mince pie, lads.
0:08:28 > 0:08:30- You're welcome, Mel.
0:08:30 > 0:08:32- I'll see you on Saturday at twelve.
0:08:32 > 0:08:34- No probs.
0:08:37 > 0:08:39- Everyone wants to help, fair play.
0:08:39 > 0:08:40- Hiya, Jill.
0:08:40 > 0:08:43- Hiya, Nia. You seem very busy.
0:08:44 > 0:08:48- Do you know what? I am busy, - but I've come to ask a favour.
0:08:48 > 0:08:50- And your customers, perhaps.
0:08:50 > 0:08:51- I need help to wrap these.
0:08:53 > 0:08:55- I've got 200 of them!
0:08:55 > 0:08:58- Could I leave these here - while I start the others?
0:09:00 > 0:09:04- I'll see you after work, - when you're helping with the grotto.
0:09:04 > 0:09:07- She's great. - She's been so much help.
0:09:07 > 0:09:08- Thanks very much.
0:09:08 > 0:09:09- I like your hat!
0:09:10 > 0:09:11- I need a bell on it!
0:09:11 > 0:09:12- I need a bell on it!- - Thanks, Jill!
0:09:12 > 0:09:14- I'll see you soon.
0:09:15 > 0:09:18- Fair play to Jill, - who'll also be Mrs Claus tomorrow.
0:09:19 > 0:09:21- Back at the Memorial Hall...
0:09:21 > 0:09:26- ..the local children help to finish - the grotto and wrap the presents.
0:09:28 > 0:09:30- We make a good team.
0:09:31 > 0:09:33- Everyone has their job.
0:09:33 > 0:09:35- Taking a back seat.
0:09:35 > 0:09:40- I can't believe how many people - have helped with this project.
0:09:41 > 0:09:42- It's that kind of place.
0:09:43 > 0:09:45- People help each other.
0:09:45 > 0:09:47- It's a close-knit community.
0:09:47 > 0:09:49- It's a close-knit community.- - Yes, very close-knit.
0:09:50 > 0:09:52- It shocked me.
0:09:52 > 0:09:57- Look nicely at someone and they'll - give you something for nothing.
0:09:57 > 0:09:59- We've had hundreds of free sausages.
0:09:59 > 0:10:01- We've had hundreds of free sausages.- - Nobody likes sausages here!
0:10:01 > 0:10:04- That's why they were free. - No-one wants them.
0:10:04 > 0:10:05- Try getting a free selection box!
0:10:05 > 0:10:07- Try getting a free selection box!- - Stop talking and work!
0:10:08 > 0:10:12- Beryl said she'd only help - if she wasn't filmed.
0:10:12 > 0:10:14- And now look at her!
0:10:14 > 0:10:16- Beyond the call of duty!
0:10:16 > 0:10:18- She's a dab hand with Sellotape.
0:10:18 > 0:10:22- Who's in charge of filming? - You won't show this, will you?
0:10:27 > 0:10:30- Well, Mel, everything's in place.
0:10:30 > 0:10:32- We can't do any more, can we?
0:10:32 > 0:10:33- We can't do any more, can we?- - No, there isn't.
0:10:33 > 0:10:34- Are we ready for the big day?
0:10:34 > 0:10:36- Are we ready for the big day?- - Yes.
0:10:36 > 0:10:37- Looking forward to it?
0:10:37 > 0:10:38- Looking forward to it?- - Yes.
0:10:38 > 0:10:39- It'll be great.
0:10:39 > 0:10:42- We're both looking forward to it.
0:10:42 > 0:10:43- Yes, we are.
0:10:43 > 0:10:46- It's time we went home to bed.
0:10:46 > 0:10:49- See you tomorrow, Penygroes Hall!
0:10:49 > 0:10:51- See you tomorrow, Penygroes Hall!- - We'll see you all tomorrow.
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0:11:14 > 0:11:16- Good morning!
0:11:18 > 0:11:19- Hello.
0:11:19 > 0:11:21- Hiya, how are you?
0:11:21 > 0:11:22- Hiya, how are you?- - Fine, thanks.
0:11:22 > 0:11:24- Are you looking forward to it?
0:11:25 > 0:11:26- Yes, Nia.
0:11:26 > 0:11:28- Great, so am I.
0:11:28 > 0:11:32- I just wanted to make sure you were - up and out of bed. Have you eaten?
0:11:32 > 0:11:33- Yes, toast and marmalade.
0:11:33 > 0:11:34- Yes, toast and marmalade.- - Ideal.
0:11:34 > 0:11:36- Are you warm enough?
0:11:37 > 0:11:38- Yes, I am.
0:11:38 > 0:11:41- It's a cold December morning.
0:11:41 > 0:11:46- The workers and stewards have been - here since the crack of dawn.
0:11:47 > 0:11:49- The morning of the fair - has come at last.
0:11:49 > 0:11:52- Snowdon is covered in snow - but it's dry!
0:11:52 > 0:11:56- The fairground operators are here. - The ice rink is about to arrive.
0:11:56 > 0:11:58- Mel's due to arrive too.
0:11:58 > 0:12:00- It's going to be a good day.
0:12:04 > 0:12:08- Fair play, even the youngsters - are helping with the stalls.
0:12:08 > 0:12:11- The rides and attractions - are almost ready.
0:12:11 > 0:12:15- Inside the hall, - our stallholders are getting ready.
0:12:18 > 0:12:20- Rhys, the weather's good!
0:12:20 > 0:12:21- Rhys, the weather's good!- - Thankfully!
0:12:21 > 0:12:24- King of the burgers, - how many burgers do you have?
0:12:24 > 0:12:26- We've got 300 burgers...
0:12:26 > 0:12:28- ..hundreds of sausages...
0:12:28 > 0:12:31- ..and plenty of rolls - for whoever wants them.
0:12:31 > 0:12:34- Everyone will have had - plenty of food.
0:12:34 > 0:12:36- I'll be back to get mine!
0:12:36 > 0:12:37- I'll be back to get mine!- - OK.
0:12:37 > 0:12:40- Except I'm a vegetarian. - Is there something for me?
0:12:41 > 0:12:41- An egg. A fried egg.
0:12:41 > 0:12:43- An egg. A fried egg.- - An egg sandwich! Perfect.
0:12:44 > 0:12:45- A fried egg.
0:12:45 > 0:12:47- The procession is about to begin.
0:12:48 > 0:12:50- The reindeer and Santa Claus - have arrived.
0:12:51 > 0:12:54- Penygroes - is eagerly waiting the bikers...
0:12:55 > 0:12:58- ..the scooter lads - and the big man himself, Mel.
0:13:00 > 0:13:02- Mel Parry!
0:13:02 > 0:13:03- Yay! Are you OK?
0:13:03 > 0:13:05- That's a kiss!
0:13:05 > 0:13:05- How are you?
0:13:05 > 0:13:06- How are you?- - Fine, thanks.
0:13:07 > 0:13:08- Exciting!
0:13:08 > 0:13:10- It's finally arrived.
0:13:11 > 0:13:13- Are these your friends?
0:13:13 > 0:13:14- Group hug!
0:13:17 > 0:13:18- We're ready, aren't we, Mel?!
0:13:18 > 0:13:19- We're ready, aren't we, Mel?!- - Yes!
0:13:19 > 0:13:21- We're looking forward to it!
0:13:21 > 0:13:24- Right, after three, one, two, three.
0:13:25 > 0:13:26- Off we go!
0:13:28 > 0:13:31- Alright, Santa Claus? How are you?
0:13:31 > 0:13:32- Ho! Ho! Ho!
0:13:36 > 0:13:39- After months of worrying - that nobody would come...
0:13:39 > 0:13:42- ..the entire village - is here to support us.
0:13:42 > 0:13:47- Santa Claus is in a good mood - after a mince pie this morning.
0:13:47 > 0:13:48- Merry Christmas!
0:13:52 > 0:13:53- Are you alright, Mali?
0:13:53 > 0:13:54- Are you alright, Mali?- - Yes.
0:13:54 > 0:13:58- Look around. - Don't forget to wave at people, Mel.
0:13:58 > 0:14:01- Even Terrence and Nerys - have come to say hello.
0:14:01 > 0:14:05- They're two of the many people - who helped us.
0:14:05 > 0:14:08- The support from the community - has been incredible.
0:14:08 > 0:14:11- Do you have a lollipop for the kids?
0:14:13 > 0:14:14- Hello!
0:14:15 > 0:14:19- The locals have all come out - to celebrate Christmas...
0:14:19 > 0:14:21- ..and to share Mel's big day.
0:14:21 > 0:14:25- After a successful procession, - it's time to open the fair.
0:14:26 > 0:14:28- Well, Santa Claus - has arrived safely.
0:14:28 > 0:14:31- His wife is here, as are our elves.
0:14:32 > 0:14:36- All we need to do now is to let Mel - officially open the fair.
0:14:36 > 0:14:39- First, do you have something - you need to say?
0:14:39 > 0:14:42- Yes, thanks very much for coming. - Hooray!
0:14:46 > 0:14:47- Enjoy our fair!
0:14:47 > 0:14:48- Are you ready, Mel?
0:14:48 > 0:14:49- Are you ready, Mel?- - Yes.
0:14:50 > 0:14:52- After three. One, two, three!
0:14:52 > 0:14:53- Hooray!
0:14:55 > 0:14:59- Yes, Snowdon Street is packed. - All that promotion worked.
0:14:59 > 0:15:01- The children love the reindeer.
0:15:02 > 0:15:04- Rhys and the Penygroes - May festival team...
0:15:05 > 0:15:07- ..are working hard to feed everyone.
0:15:07 > 0:15:11- With so many at the fair, - I hope we've got enough burgers.
0:15:20 > 0:15:23- The ice rink - seems to be incredibly popular.
0:15:23 > 0:15:26- We'll see later if everyone - manages to stay standing.
0:15:30 > 0:15:34- It's wonderful to see so much - enjoyment. We're lucky it's dry.
0:15:35 > 0:15:38- It's nice to see everyone - wrapped up warm.
0:15:39 > 0:15:41- Penygroes has never seen - anything like this.
0:15:43 > 0:15:47- There's even more to see inside, - a hall full of stalls.
0:15:47 > 0:15:49- Mel's busy being sociable.
0:15:50 > 0:15:52- Have you had a good day?
0:15:52 > 0:15:53- Have you had a good day?- - Yes, I've enjoyed.
0:15:53 > 0:15:55- Have you had a glass of mulled wine?
0:15:56 > 0:15:58- No, I don't touch that stuff.
0:15:58 > 0:15:59- Dewi likes wine.
0:15:59 > 0:16:01- He says Dewi likes wine!
0:16:02 > 0:16:06- Alright, lads? I didn't recognize - you in your clothes. Boom boom!
0:16:08 > 0:16:10- How are they selling today?
0:16:10 > 0:16:12- They're flying at the moment.
0:16:12 > 0:16:15- Well, well, I think you should leave - some pages open.
0:16:15 > 0:16:18- There we go, - I've happened upon your page.
0:16:18 > 0:16:19- Perfect.
0:16:21 > 0:16:23- Right, good luck with the sales.
0:16:23 > 0:16:26- Maybe you'd sell more - if you were naked here.
0:16:26 > 0:16:28- I'll keep one for you.
0:16:28 > 0:16:30- OK. I can give it to my gran.
0:16:32 > 0:16:36- Everyone is busy doing their - Christmas shopping in the hall.
0:16:36 > 0:16:40- A variety of local businesses - are selling all sorts of things.
0:16:40 > 0:16:42- Hot naked lads, 5 each!
0:16:43 > 0:16:46- The hall is packed - and the kids are happy.
0:16:46 > 0:16:50- The inhabitants of Snowdon Street - and the streets nearby...
0:16:51 > 0:16:54- ..must be thanked for agreeing to - allow the fair to take place here.
0:16:55 > 0:16:58- The whole community - should be very proud.
0:16:58 > 0:17:00- Everyone is enjoying the rides.
0:17:00 > 0:17:03- There's a special atmosphere - on the streets.
0:17:03 > 0:17:05- You must be freezing.
0:17:05 > 0:17:06- Are you OK?
0:17:06 > 0:17:09- Why don't you dance while you play?
0:17:09 > 0:17:10- My feet are cold.
0:17:10 > 0:17:12- Your poor feet.
0:17:13 > 0:17:15- I could come around - and blow on them all for you.
0:17:16 > 0:17:17- No, not on that!
0:17:17 > 0:17:21- I'd rather defrost your feet! - I'd have no idea with that.
0:17:21 > 0:17:23- Lovely. Thank you.
0:17:24 > 0:17:25- It's nice that you're playing here.
0:17:25 > 0:17:27- It's nice that you're playing here.- - It gives a Christmassy atmosphere.
0:17:27 > 0:17:30- A hat in the middle to raise money.
0:17:30 > 0:17:32- We already have one.
0:17:32 > 0:17:34- Thank you very much, - I'm very grateful.
0:17:34 > 0:17:35- Merry Christmas.
0:17:39 > 0:17:42- It's time for Gwen, Mel and me - to go for a walk.
0:17:42 > 0:17:46- It's difficult to go anywhere - without seeing Mel's friends.
0:17:46 > 0:17:49- They're here in their hundreds - to support him.
0:17:50 > 0:17:51- Here they are!
0:17:51 > 0:17:55- They must have got up early. - Most of Lleyn are here!
0:17:55 > 0:17:57- Are these the people - you met on holiday?
0:17:58 > 0:18:00- Oh, no!
0:18:04 > 0:18:06- I didn't think you'd come!
0:18:06 > 0:18:08- We said we would.
0:18:08 > 0:18:09- How are you?
0:18:10 > 0:18:12- He's such a character.
0:18:12 > 0:18:14- Right, come here. You too.
0:18:14 > 0:18:16- I'm not going on this!
0:18:17 > 0:18:19- Look at them, they're loving it.
0:18:21 > 0:18:23- Do you want to have a go, Mel?
0:18:23 > 0:18:24- Do you want to have a go, Mel?- - No, I don't.
0:18:24 > 0:18:26- Me neither.
0:18:26 > 0:18:29- I want to keep - all my bones intact, Mel!
0:18:29 > 0:18:31- Watch this one go.
0:18:33 > 0:18:34- Are you OK?
0:18:38 > 0:18:39- They're all on the floor!
0:18:41 > 0:18:45- It's great, isn't it. - Someone needs to start saying it!
0:18:45 > 0:18:47- It's brought everyone together.
0:18:48 > 0:18:50- Thanks to Nia and Mel.
0:18:51 > 0:18:54- I've never seen anything like this - in Penygroes.
0:18:54 > 0:18:56- I've lived here all my life.
0:18:56 > 0:18:58- Thank you - from the bottom of my heart.
0:18:59 > 0:19:01- That's so nice. Are you enjoying it?
0:19:01 > 0:19:03- Yes, it's excellent.
0:19:03 > 0:19:05- Have you been on the big ride yet?
0:19:05 > 0:19:06- Have you been on the big ride yet?- - No, but I'm going to.
0:19:08 > 0:19:09- Are you ready, Mel?
0:19:10 > 0:19:10- Yes.
0:19:10 > 0:19:12- Yes.- - You and I are going on that.
0:19:12 > 0:19:13- No!
0:19:13 > 0:19:15- No!- - And me!
0:19:15 > 0:19:16- No!
0:19:16 > 0:19:17- No!- - Come on!
0:19:17 > 0:19:18- No, I'll be sick.
0:19:19 > 0:19:20- No.
0:19:20 > 0:19:22- I'll give you a fiver!
0:19:22 > 0:19:24- I'll give you a tenner.
0:19:24 > 0:19:25- I'll give you a tenner.- - I'll get you a burger.
0:19:25 > 0:19:27- No.
0:19:27 > 0:19:28- You'll go on it for a burger?
0:19:28 > 0:19:29- You'll go on it for a burger?- - No.
0:19:30 > 0:19:31- He thought about it.
0:19:34 > 0:19:35- Mel seems to be enjoying it.
0:19:36 > 0:19:41- Santa Claus is still busy giving - gifts to the village's children.
0:19:44 > 0:19:46- Come in to see Santa Claus.
0:19:46 > 0:19:47- Dear me, you've grown.
0:19:48 > 0:19:50- Last year, you were only this high.
0:19:50 > 0:19:52- You've grown!
0:19:53 > 0:19:54- How are you?
0:19:54 > 0:19:56- Have you been a good boy?
0:19:56 > 0:19:59- What would you like - from Santa Claus this Christmas?
0:20:00 > 0:20:01- What would you like?
0:20:02 > 0:20:03- A motorbike.
0:20:03 > 0:20:05- A motorbike.
0:20:05 > 0:20:07- Hiya!
0:20:07 > 0:20:08- Hiya!- - How are you?
0:20:08 > 0:20:10- It's going very well.
0:20:10 > 0:20:14- The children adore the grotto. - She worked so hard on it.
0:20:14 > 0:20:18- How's it going with the burgers and - sausages? How many have you sold?
0:20:18 > 0:20:21- It's going great. I've got no idea.
0:20:21 > 0:20:22- We've been so busy...
0:20:22 > 0:20:26- ..we haven't counted the money, - the burgers or the sausages.
0:20:26 > 0:20:28- You haven't sold out yet.
0:20:28 > 0:20:31- We sold out of burgers - so we went to fetch more.
0:20:31 > 0:20:33- The rolls have almost gone.
0:20:33 > 0:20:36- Anyone who wants a round one - will have to rush.
0:20:36 > 0:20:38- How's it going with the cakes?
0:20:38 > 0:20:40- Very well, I think.
0:20:40 > 0:20:42- Has anyone bought my scones?
0:20:42 > 0:20:45- I can't answer that. I don't know.
0:20:45 > 0:20:49- So long as they have plenty to drink - with it they will be fine!
0:20:49 > 0:20:51- I'll let you carry on.
0:20:51 > 0:20:54- Thank you very much. - I'm glad it's gone well.
0:20:54 > 0:20:56- He's smelt the food!
0:20:58 > 0:21:00- You're gorgeous.
0:21:01 > 0:21:02- It's all gone well, Mel.
0:21:02 > 0:21:03- It's all gone well, Mel.- - Thank you.
0:21:04 > 0:21:07- What better way - to spend your afternoon...
0:21:07 > 0:21:09- ..than dancing - to Gwibdaith Hen Fran.
0:21:10 > 0:21:12- They're helping us for free too.
0:21:13 > 0:21:17- # The birds in the trees - sing as sweetly as before
0:21:17 > 0:21:20- # I like to dance like Baloo #
0:21:24 > 0:21:27- But, all good things - must come to an end.
0:21:27 > 0:21:29- As the rides slow down...
0:21:29 > 0:21:32- ..there's no end to the work - for Rhys and his team.
0:21:33 > 0:21:35- Penygroes - is clearly keen on hot dogs.
0:21:39 > 0:21:43- Mel's and my big day - is drawing to a close.
0:21:43 > 0:21:45- It's been a sweeping success.
0:21:46 > 0:21:50- What's touched me more than anything - is that in a community...
0:21:50 > 0:21:53- ..where I hadn't met anybody - until last May...
0:21:53 > 0:21:57- ..I've been accepted with open arms.
0:21:57 > 0:22:01- Mel and me - have been supported throughout.
0:22:01 > 0:22:06- It's made me understand that - a close community is very important.
0:22:06 > 0:22:09- I'm going home very happy.
0:22:09 > 0:22:13- I'm getting teary, it's so lovely. - Thank you to everyone.
0:22:19 > 0:22:23- The support of the village and local - businesses has been incredible.
0:22:23 > 0:22:25- The fair wouldn't have happened...
0:22:26 > 0:22:29- ..without the support and help - of Gwynedd Council as well.
0:22:30 > 0:22:34- Mel, we're very thankful to this - man, Dyfed Edwards from the council.
0:22:35 > 0:22:37- We had a chat in May - about permissions...
0:22:38 > 0:22:40- ..and asking if it was a good idea.
0:22:40 > 0:22:42- You said yes, do it.
0:22:42 > 0:22:44- Are you glad?
0:22:44 > 0:22:45- Are you glad?- - Very much so.
0:22:45 > 0:22:47- It's been a very successful day.
0:22:47 > 0:22:49- Everyone's in a good mood.
0:22:49 > 0:22:52- Today's star wasn't Santa Claus, - but Mel.
0:22:52 > 0:22:56- I'm very thankful to everybody - who helped organize the event...
0:22:56 > 0:22:59- ..the council officers - and the villagers.
0:23:00 > 0:23:02- It shows the community and village - at its best...
0:23:03 > 0:23:04- ..at a time when it needs to be.
0:23:05 > 0:23:06- It's great.
0:23:06 > 0:23:08- We've had so much help - from so many people.
0:23:09 > 0:23:10- Community spirit still exists.
0:23:11 > 0:23:16- Precisely. When there's a reason for - people to come together, we do that.
0:23:16 > 0:23:20- Everybody's worked together - to make today a success.
0:23:20 > 0:23:24- What we need now is a light dusting - of snow before the end of the day.
0:23:24 > 0:23:26- Yes, I don't mind now!
0:23:26 > 0:23:28- Yes, I don't mind now!- - No, it's over!
0:23:28 > 0:23:30- Come on, a bit of snow, - we'd be very happy.
0:23:31 > 0:23:31- Thank you very much.
0:23:31 > 0:23:33- Thank you very much.- - Thank you, Mel. It's been great.
0:23:38 > 0:23:43- The Christmas Fair was a success - on the back of a difficult day.
0:23:43 > 0:23:46- It shows that community spirit - is still strong.
0:23:46 > 0:23:49- There is strength in unity.
0:23:49 > 0:23:52- From Mel, myself - and the whole of Penygroes...
0:23:52 > 0:23:54- ..a blissful Christmas to you all.
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