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Reminder: Dogs are not allowed on Southerndown beach during the summer, from Tuesday, May 1 to Sunday, September 30. Dogs are allowed on Ogmore-by-Sea beach and owners are asked to make sure they clean up after their pets. Dog owners are urged to ensure their pets are kept under control to prevent sheep worrying.

Hay Fever: Now that the warmer weather is here the pollen count from trees is rising. Remember to wipe your pet’s face and feet as they can have problems with pollen too.

Primroses: This year there is a beautiful carpet of primroses in St Bridget’s churchyard and my garden!

Oddfellows: Swansea & District AGM at 7pm on Wednesday, May 2 in Briton Ferry Community Centre, Briton Ferry, Neath, SA11 2NS.

Next Earl of Dunraven Branch Social Evening at 7pm on Monday, July 23 in Bridgend United Services Club, 1 Tondu Road, Bridgend, CF31 4JA.

St Brides Major Community Council: Annual General Meeting at 7pm on Monday, May 14 followed by ordinary meeting at approximately 7.30pm in All Saints Church, Southerndown. All welcome.

Walking Festival: Eight mile walk starting at 10.45am on Thursday, May 17 from The Pelican in her Piety Pub car park. No need to book, just turn up.

For more information on the many walks taking place in the Vale of Glamorgan and along the Heritage Coast from Tuesday, May 15 to Sunday, May 20. For more information please visit www.valeofglamorgan. org.uk – it is free to join a walk but parking fees apply where charged.

Stroke Association: Step out for Stroke sponsored walk on Sunday, May 20 starts at 2pm from Newbridge Fields, Bridgend. More information from stroke. org.uk/stepout