Welsh Country Magazine Sept Oct 14 Issue 60

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Featured in this issue:

6 WELSH CONNECTIONS – Karen Foy looks at the work of Thomas Telford one of Britain’s most talented engineers and two of his iconic achievements which remain as important landmarks, spanning the waterways of north Wales.

9 ON THE FLY – Moc Morgan explains the attraction of lake fishing.

11 STORIES IN STONE – Geoff Brookes shares with us the story of Royal Naval seaman William Williams – the one known as Will VC.

14 UNBEELIEVABLE – Keith Taylor from Brynderi Honey Farm gives a fascinating insight into the life cycle and work of bees.

18 WALKING WALES – Tom Hutton dons his walking boots to explore The Cwms of Y Glyderau.

22 NEWSROUND – A brief snapshot of what’s happening around Wales.

24 BEST OF WELSH & BORDERS FOOD GUIDE – Use our guide to source the best food and drink from Wales & the Borders. Shop locally and give our BOW producers the support they deserve.

30 WHERE TO EAT – Fabulous food from our selection of wonderful restaurants, bistros, inns and pubs.

32 WELSH KITCHEN – Four delicious recipes for you to try: Curried Piccolo Parsnip and Sweet Potato Soup with Coconut; Garlic and Chilli Prawns with Pink Lady, Avocado and Lime Salsa; Slow Roasted Spare Ribs With Honey And Garlic; Marinated Oven Baked Chicken With Roasted Shallots and Peppers.

37 HOT FROM THE KITCHEN – The Visit Wales poster campaign being shown in many countries at railways and airports has upset Mary Ann Gilchrist.

34 FOOD LARDER & FOOD FESTIVALS  – Keep up-to-date with the latest foodie news from our artisan Best Of Welsh & Borders producers, plus what festivals are happening.

56 STAY AWHILE – Take your pick from some fabulous places where you can escape for a few days.

38 ARTS – Showcasing the best of our talented Welsh artists and craft makers.

42 POETRY – Martin Perry with another beautiful poem, Ffald-Y-Brenin.

43 PICTORIAL WALES – Top photographer Huw Jones shares some of his amazing work with you.

48 MUSIC – More music for you to enjoy.

48 GRUMPY OLD GEEZER – Grumpy Old Geezer is supporting our farmers’ markets.

49 PAMPER – A super selection of beauty products and includes a new item – Gadgets & Gizmos.

54 BOOKSHELF – A variety of books that we hope you’ll enjoy.

61 GARDENING – Richard Cain makes his escape from home to visit two distinctly different gardens on the Welsh border with England.

66 HOROSCOPES – A warm welcome to astrologer Wendy Stacey giving a new direction for horoscopes – looking at holiday destinations for Aries and Taurus.

67 NOTHING TO WEAR? Clothes to tempt you from: Craghoppers, Joules, Mountain Horse and Weird Fish.