Welsh Country Magazine March-April 2015

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Featured in this issue of Welsh Country Magazine:

6 WELSH CONNECTIONS – Karen Foy takes us back in time by scouring newspapers and journals to discover the highlights of the 1887 Welsh Eisteddfod.

9 ON THE FLY – Moc Morgan reflects on having to write a composition for homework on ‘My favourite day of the year’.

11 STORIES IN STONE – Geoff Brookes tells the tale of Dr. William Price a man described as odd, but who made the most significant contribution to the legalisation of cremation.

14 MANORBIER – Stephen Roberts explains about Manorbier and Wales’ First Travel Writer, Gerald de Barri.

16 WALKING WALES – Tom Hutton takes us to Cadair Idris which commands some quite incredible views over Snowdonia and also the Brecon Beacons.

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

22 BEST OF WELSH & BORDERS FOOD GUIDE – It’s really important we all buy local Welsh food & drink. Do back our artisan food producers by sourcing the best food and drink from Wales & the Borders.

28 WELSH KITCHEN – Cod & Watercress Parcels, Warm Watercress Potato Cake with Poached Egg and Trout, Ty Siriol Roast Pork Chops Recipe One Pot Dish, Sticky chicken with Streamline thin cut marmalade.

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

32 FOOD LARDER – The latest news from our Best Of Welsh & Border producers.

34 HOT FROM THE KITCHEN – Mary Ann celebrates her 37th wedding anniversary and heads for Bristol.

35 ARTS – If you’re searching for the perfect present try using one of our talented Welsh artists and craft makers.

40 POETRY – Martin Perry shares a poem to celebrate St David’s Day.

41 PICTORIAL WALES – A warm welcome back to talented photographer Anthony Pease who showcases some beautiful photos of the Brecon Beacons.

56 STAY AWHILE – If you can escape, here are some super places to try.

46 MUSIC – Five more CDs for you to enjoy.

46 GRUMPY OLD GEEZER – Grumpy Old Geezer wants Wales’ 22 Councils reduced.

47 PAMPER – Gorgeous gift suggestions for Mother’s Day.

54 BOOKSHELF – We’ve reviewed a further seven books for this issue.

61 GARDENING – This feature is written by Gregynog Hall, a Grade 1 listed garden covering 750 acres and situated near Newtown, Powys.

66 HOROSCOPES – Holiday Destinations for those born under the signs of Libra and Scorpio.

67 NOTHING TO WEAR? – Clothing ideas that might just take your fancy from Craghoppers, Fitflop, Joules, and Musto.