Introduction
Newsletters and more recently, e-mails are distributed containing information on topics of interest on matters currently affecting our community. There is also the new LCA website www.llandudno.org.za . The Living in Llandudno Booklet is intended to compliment these by providing details on enduring neighborhood subjects such as the history of Llandudno and its school, gardening, public pathways and the development of a long-term environmental plan. It will also be presented to new residents who will hopefully be pleased to have their personal guide on how to deal with local questions, such as fires, security matters and on where to get advice on building regulations.
Contributions were received with thanks front many residents old and young. It is hoped that in time the people of Llandudno will publish further interesting articles relating to Llandudno. We sincerely hope that you will enjoy reading this first attempt as much as we have enjoyed compiling it.

Llandudno Civic Association
The purpose of the LCA as it is called, is to protect the quality lifestyle, the unique character and property values that makes Llandudno a sought after destination.
The LCA is the only civic body representing the property the owners and residents of Llandudno. By owning property in Llandudno you automatically become a member of the LCA once you have paid voluntary subscription. You will receive an invoice for a modest subscription fee soon.

The LCA has three main areas of activity that will materially affect your family and your property.

Security:
Llandudno is one of the safest areas on the Peninsula largely due to proactive management by the LCA of the protection services provided by ADT, the SAPS and good communication with residents. Residents through individual contracts with ADT fund the Llandudno Protection services. If you are not yet a contracted customer of ADT we urge you to sign up with ADT as soon as possible by calling 086 12 12 300.
Building and Town Planning:
To help protect and improve the very important building character of Llandudno, the LCA closely monitors building and town planning activity and liases both with residents and the municipality on the adherence of regulations. If you intend serious alterations or building it is recommended using an architect who is familiar with and has a good reputation in Llandudno.
Environment:
Llandudno is blessed with wonderful nature reserves and coastline on all sides as well as multiple walkways, public spaces and the best beach in Cape Town. It is awesome to try and preserve and improve the Llandudno environment in the face of declining municipal service levels and pressure from visitors, commerce and pollution. The LCA interacts with municipality and nature conservation as well residents and others to help preserve the environment.

To be effective in its objectives, the LCA needs participation of residents and property owners.

Please provide us with your contact address, erf number, telephones and e-mail to ensure you are kept informed.

Please talk to the person who welcomed you, visit the LCA website www.llandudno.org.za LCA at 790 4107 or write to info@llandudno.org.za .

Garbage & Garden Refuse
A reminder to all residents - garbage collection takes place on a Tuesday morning.
The above refuse collection service is for non-hazardous domestic and trade waste only. All forms of hazardous waste, builder’s rubble, sand and waste generated as part of any manufacturing process are excluded from the service. No garden / domestic refuse will be removed that is not “inside” the wheelie bin, i.e. the service only covers waste contained within the wheelie bin such that the lid closes completely. Overflowing containers and additional waste placed alongside the wheelie bin will not be removed. All enquiries regarding the service, or to order additional bins are to be directed to the Solid Waste Control Centre 0860 102640.
Wheelie bins may only be put out on the morning of collection and may not constitute a traffic hazard.
Garden refuse and recycle goods can be dropped free of charge at the tip turn right on the road up to Imizamo Yetho.

Stop Streets & Speed Limits
the summer season brings increased traffic Llandudno. The Speed limit is 40 Km per hour and there are a number of stop streets / yield signs for our safety. Residents are urged to adhere to the traffic measures and please insist that your workers and visitors do the same.

Suggestion Box
As a service to all residents the Committee has erected a post box for suggestions and any other communications with the LCA suggestion box at ADT Huts at the entrance and between the school and the Sports Club and will welcome any meaningful ideas and suggestions.

Roads
The main road giving access to the occupied sites near the beach was a rough dirt track and its deep dongas made driving hazardous. In winter the road was impassable so cars were parked on Victoria Road where there was a gate, which had to be closed on one day of the year to maintain the right of having a private road.

Water
The stream coming from Judas Peak was dammed up for household use hut during the long, dry summer months, the water supply often dwindled to such an extent that residents took to bathing at the Camps Bay swimming bath or in the homes of relatives. Later, two small concrete catchments areas were constructed in the stream, above and below Victoria Road. These fed into a four-inch metal pipe that ran diagonally across the valley, ending in a T-piece just below the present squash court. From there, residents ran their own pipes to their respective properties.

Electricity
Before the arrival of electricity in 1947, paraffin lamps and candles were used for illumination and cooking was clone either on blue-flame, coal or Primus stoves. Even wind chargers were used to generate power. Mr. Cyril Schreiber, who retired to Llandudno after discharge from the forces, campaigned energetically and bullied enough residents into agreeing to have it installed.
Nobody had a private telephone. The public phone booth on the corner of Fawcetts Avenue had a loud bell on top so whoever was closest when it rang, would answer and be obliged to call the person wanted.

How Llandudno has grown and expanded! Fortunately the beauty of the sea, rocks and the beach remains undiminished.

The School
In January 1954 Llandudno Primary School, with its nine pupils, started as a farm school in the servant’s quarters of the Jerrans’ house at the end of Bosman Avenue. Each child had to bring its own table and chair to school. Ginger Townlie –Johnson designed the school badge.

Oxo-boards on which to write were donated. A roll of green gingham material was bought to make dresses for the girls and shirts for the boys. The first teacher was Miss H. Boden, a retired laxly, who had to be fetched from Bakoven each day. Her parents supplemented her salary of R250 p.a. and the mothers took turns to prepare a daily lunch tray far her. The school grew from strength to strength and in June 1957 was regarded front a farm school to a primary school. New school buildings were completed in August 1958 after the donation of suitable land from Llandudno Estates. The Friends of Llandudno Association was formed in 1980 to raise funds for the development of the school. In 1987 a sports field was completed, much to the disappointment of some pupils whose milkwood and fynbos forts had to be demolished. Although the school has grown since 1990, parents and staff aim to keep one class per standard to maintain a caring, family-oriented school with a friendly atmosphere. Mr. C.R.Alexander, the present principal, was appointed in 1994.

The Hout Bay Museum
The Rout Bay Museum in 1979 collects, displays, conserves and researches the cultural and natural history of Hout Bay and Llandudno. A garden planted with local wild plants provides information about medicinal and edible properties of these herbs.

Hout Bay Library
The new flout flay Library opened its doors in August 1989. For loan there arc; books, magazines, records, cassettes, CD’s, audio books and videos. As a patron be sure to join “The Friends of the Hout Bay Library” organization to participate in the support and promotion of the library and its rote in the community.

Llandudno United Church
In 1957 a group of Llandudno residents from various established denominations got together and form a United Church. Through the years it has undergone many changes, but it is still a united church in essence and spirit and all are welcome. At present it is constituted as a United Congregational Church and each week different speakers are invited.

The Church is situated in Robinson Ave. The building is small but Llandudno Church has a big heart and visitors can be sure of a warm welcome.

The Beach & Environs
Part of Llandudno’s magic is it’s setting; it nestles on and between Klein Leeukoppie and the Twelfth Apostle of Table Mountain overlooking the ever-changing, icy blue Atlantic. The beach ranks with the best in the world. Its turquoise water and expanse of fine white sand partly disappears in winter during the storms, fortunately reappearing in summer when the southeasters prevail. There is some fear however that the stabilizing of the great dune at Hout Bay will eventually denude the beaches at Llandudno and nearby Sandy Bay.
The water in the summer months is possibly the coldest in Africa but winter temperatures are often a few degrees warmer. During storms waves up to 6m or 7m high can be heard bashing onto the beach and pounding against the huge granite boulders surrounding it. Most of the year, though, the waves provide excellent surfing. Depending on the prevailing waves, and the pattern of the sand very strong currents can develop. These could easily carry an unwary bather out to sea.

Only a few of the roads have sidewalks but town planning calls for a series of footpaths. Most have been opened up however some have been partially constructed. The Llandudno Civic Association is pressing to have all these pathways developed to provide attractive and convenient walks around the valley. The footpaths of Llandudno are a delight for those who explore them.

Llandudno Surf Life-saving Club
Established in 1972, the Llandudno Surf Lifesaving Club pert arms a voluntary and essential service to the community, and has carried out many rescues and countless help-outs. During the summer months the beach is patrolled on weekends and public holidays. Unfortunately, during the week and in winter when there are no lifeguards bathers are at risk.
Club membership consists of Nippers, juniors and seniors ranging from 9 years old to not so young and comprises scholars, students and professionals from all walks of life. Nippers aged 9 - 14 are trained on the beach Sundays. With the emphasis on fun, the younger ones are kept occupied with water and beach activities but as they get older, prior to becoming juniors, they are gradually introduced to aspects of life-saving. Juniors and seniors, with training provided by our Club Instructor are required to pass a Surf Proficiency Award examination. Once having passed the SPA they are posted into a duty squad patrolling the beach.
The Club welcomes anyone wishing to join them in carrying out this essential service to the Community.

Dogs on the Beach
Summertime bring lots of locals and visitors to the beach. From September the rule is NO DOGS between 0900 and 1800.This has proven to be a good compromise between dog owners and beach goers. We appeal to residents to keep to these times for dog walking and to use poo scoops or bags please. We have undertakings from the Law Enforcement Department that that untended dogs will be impounded. Please assist in this!

Also - please don’t damage the dog signs on and near the beach.

Whales and Dolphins
The Humpback, Bryde’s and Southern Right whales are the most common, off our shores but keep your eyes peeled. Killer Whales have visited us tool From time to time. School. of dolphins frolic offshore and in the bay. They are the Dusky, Bottle Nose, Common and Heavyside dolphins amongst others. It is Illegal to catch crayfish along Llandudno’s coast and fog your health’s sake, check with, Sea. Fisheries Dept. before eating other shellfish. The coast around Llandudno is nature reserve and no collection of living matter is permitted. Poachers do operate in the area. Poachers arte dangerous and should be reported to the SA police.

Whales:
No person shall catch, kill, disturb or harass any whale at any time. Disturb or harass shall also include approaching closer than 300 meters to any whale. In the event of a whale surfacing closer than 300 meters from a vessel, the person in charge of such vessel must move 300 meters from the whale.
Dolphins:
Disturbance includes chasing or herding dolphins in a boat or other craft or driving through a school in a powerboat. It is advisable, if a school of dolphins surrounds a vessel, to cut the engines. It is not an offence if dolphins join your vessel to bowride or to swim and surf with dolphins.

Plastic Pollution:
Hundreds of marine mammals, sea birds and other marine life succumb each year as a result of marine plastic pollution. In 1991 regulations were promulgated prohibiting the disposal into the sea of ALL PLASTICS including but not limited to synthetic fishing nets and plastic garbage bags. For the health, protection and conservation of our seas it would be appreciated ~ all those who use it for recreational and other purposes abide by these regulations.

Gardening in Llandudno
So you’ve come to live in Llandudno and want a garden that will add to your pleasure - but if it’s roses and hydrangeas that you crave - move to Constantia. With our salt-laden nor-westers in winter and relentless sunshine interspersed with cruel, dying, southeasters throughout the summer, it’s a case of adapt or die; so consider indigenous plants. These plants cope with the vagaries of the climate and, if carefully chosen, give cot our throughout the year. Nevertheless, don’t fall into the trap of thinking that because it’s “indigenous “it will thrive here. Seek advice before you buy. Experts at Kirstenbosch will give the best advice.

Lawns and Terraces
If you feel a lawn is imperative -plant buffalo grass which requires less water than Kikuyu remains green throughout the year and grows under trees. When you decide to switch, deprive the stray Kikuyu roots of water. The more you pour onto the new buffalo shoots to encourage their growth, the faster the Kikuyu will recover, to overwhelm them.

Trees & Shrubs
Spider gums, rooikrans and port jackson are the scourge of Llandudno. They impoverish the soil, stifle undergrowth and contribute to erosion of our steep slopes. Other trees that flourish here may not attain the height of the blue gums but they are more sympathetic to the environment and are not competitive in the garden. The loveliest of these is the keurboom which grows to a height of 8m, but because surface roots can be a problem plant well away from flowerbeds. Melkhout and kanferbos, once established grow steadily to 9m. The wild plum, wild peach and the wild olive all grow to 15m. Yellowwoods should also be considered. The sugarbush proteas as well as pincushions and conebushes (Leucodendrons) flower from early autumn through to summer. Instead of the invasive, alien Spanish broom, Strelidzia reginae (crane flower), Euryops virgineus and E. pectinatus will provide the same splendid yellow hue from autumn through to spring. Both orange and white fonns of Leonotis leonurns (wide dagga) are highly recommended. Not only are they striking accent plants but if judiciously pruned after each flowering will provide nectar for sunbirds at least twice, if not thrice a year. Blue Plumbago auriculata - or the white form - blooms profusely throughout the summer.

Ground cover
Extensive use of ground covers will keep the soil cool and save water. Varieties of Arctotis Felicia, Gazania, Helichrysum, Osteospernum, and Plectranthus, thrive here and provide cot our in due season. Ribbon bush and bush violet present a stunning display in autumn and early winte whilst Pelargonium varieties flower throughout the year.

Aloes and Succulents
Aloes are not everyone’s favorite but for a blaze of scarlet during winter colonize a group of Aloe arborescens on an awkward north or west facing slope. Cotyledon and Crassula varieties are also excellent plants for difficult, hot dry areas. Crassula multicava will even flourish in partial shade. Vygies which are so spectacular in spring should be carefully placed as they bloom facing the sun and so may turn their barks on one!

Bulbous Plants
If your garden is enclosed, bulbous plants, being secure from the ravages of porcupines, can give pleasure throughout the year. For winter colour grow Clivia and forest lily in partial shade. Species of Babiana, freesia, Lachenalia, lxia and Sparaxia bloom during spring. Agapanthus, Aristea major. Crocosmia, Dietes bi-colour, red hot poker and wild garlic flourish in the summer sun.

Walls and Pergolas
Canary creeper is a golden cascade in early winter whereas natal ivy carries yellow daisy-shaped flowers throughout the summer. Jasminum multipartitum, flowering from spring through summer smells as sweet as the exotic J. polyanthum and remains in flower for a much longer period.

The ambience of Llandudno often tempts people into developing a Mediterranean type garden. We have the wild olive but need to add the grape, lemon and fig. Unless one is prepared to cope with the pillaging red-wing starlings, a non-fruiting ornamental vine colouring from midsummer and holding its scarlet leaves until the onslaught of the winter storms is preferable. Instead of the ubiquitous “Cape” lemon, plant either a “Meyer” or “Eureka” - they have blossoms, ripe and green fruit simultaneously throughout the year. “Adam” figs with their deep red flesh and delicious flavor ripen in January/February and can successfully be protected by a bird net. The plants suggested in this guide have proved themselves over many years but enthusiastic gardeners should introduce more examples from our precious sixth floral kingdom.

Llandudno Sports Club
The first tennis court was built in 1961 through the endeavors of Mr. Grant Hockman who obtained a loan from the then Divisional Council. Gray Holland initiated and built the present clubhouse.

Facilities
Two squash and two tennis courts are available.

Squash
The Squash Section has eight league teams plus a social play evening. Plans are underway to reintroduce a ladies team.
Tennis
The Tennis section has an runs on a booking sheet basis. Juniors are catered for on Saturday mornings.

Security - Llandudno Protection Project
Llandudno is one of the safest areas on the Peninsula largely due to proactive management by the LCA of the protection services provided by ADT, the SAPS and constant communication with residents. Residents through individual contracts with ADT fund the Llandudno Protection services. If you are not yet a contracted customer of ADT we urge you to sign up with ADT as soon as possible by calling 086 12 12 300 ask for sales or new contracts.

Homeowners who let out their premises are requested to acquaint their holiday or permanent tenants with arrangements regarding safety & security. Motor vehicles parked in the dark at night and left open are compellingly attractive to criminals and particularly so it articles of value are visible. Alarm and panic systems, where installed, should be checked for correct functioning and used always.

Llandudno is fortunate to have a dedicated, professional, 24-hour a day patrol facility coupled to a direct monitoring and response service. A contracted private sector company on a participative basis operates it. The service enjoys the support of virtually our entire community. It was implemented on July 1st, 1994 and has proven so successful that it is frequently referred to by top police officials as a shining example of how a community can effectively come to grips with crime and deal with burglaries and thieves. Residents and visitors should, however, remain alert to the dangers of leaving cars and homes unlocked. All residents are strongly advised to contract with ADT. There are also other advantages in making provision for alarm signals to be routed to the Control Centre and to utilize the “Holiday Home Patrol” and “Escort Home” services. For more information, speak to a member of the LCA Security Committee. Our security service cannot function properly unless we support them whenever and wherever possible. Please do not call ADT for any non-security matters, Our security company is not a law enforcement agency, therefore should any such service be required you will need to contact the S.A. Police.

Security Tips

• Do not leave outside doors or windows open and unattended
• Do not leave keys in the locks of glass doors - glass can be easily broken and the door unlocked
• Ensure that sliding doors cannot be lifted off their tracks
• Use strategically located lighting
• Make sure there are no large and dense shrubs growing near windows or doors
• Keep outer doors locked when alone
• Identify dl visitors before opening a door
• Always keep your valuables locked away when unattended
• Notify ADT when your property will be unoccupied for prolonged periods of ime
• Get to know your security organisation and have the number easily available
• Report ANY suspicious people or vehicles to ADT immediately.
• If you have become a victim, please contact ADT AND report to SAPS.

Walls & Wires
Concrete walls topped with electric wires are visible in Llandudno for security, apart from unattractive to the area for many, this safety measure raise some serious questions:

• The wrong impressions could be given to potential robbers: "Does the owner have something of unusual value to hide or protect?" High walls & wires may be attracting more attention than you want.
• Hijack and Hostage taking / armed robbery is our biggest potential danger: "Can you get out or can you be helped if taken hostage by professionals isolated within your own walls?"
• Electric wires are easily neutralized and a wall jumped by throwing a blanket over.
• Palisade fencing with sharp prongs is harder to get over.
• Combined with electronic beams, palisades give more effective security avoiding total isolation.
• Beams can be put anywhere invisibly and linked to the alarm can chime a warning while you are in.

Fire Protection
Fire-fighting equipment is housed in the ADT hut next to the sport club. Ongoing efforts are made to have a local volunteer fire team of residents with ADT staff. Their task is to provide remedial action while waiting for the professionals to arrive. The Forest Station who are trained to deal with both domestic and residential fires in Llandudno. The Cape Unicity Fire Fighting Department is not directly involved, as the distance is too great. Water hydrants are placed in every road. It is in your interest to become aware of the risk of fire in Llandudno and to know the one nearest to your property.

Anyone who experienced the last couple of fires in Llandudno will be aware of how fast they can move and how easily they can jump large spaces. For this reason it is important to follow certain procedures before and during the fire season and in the event of an actual fire. If you have a swimming pool that is easily accessible from the road let Jan Botes (Forestry 790 1045) know so that, if necessary, fire trucks can fill up from it.

a) Precautions

• Remove alien vegetation from your property and its surrounds and encourage your friends and neighbours to do the same. (Indigenous vegetation has evolved around veld fires and as a result is less of a liability in the event of a fire because it burns at a lower temperature,
• Keep gutters clear of leaf litter especially before and during the summer months. (Hot ash can easily ignite leaf litter in gutters allowing the fire to access into the roof).
• Make sure hoses and taps are in good working condition and that hoses allow access to your entire property (perimeter and roof etc.)
• Encourage friends and neighbours to do likewise as a weak link can allow a fire to gain a foothold that can have a serious impact on the area as a whole.

b) In the event of a Fire

• All fires start small so reaction time is of the essence
• If you see what appears to be a fire starting somewhere notify ADT, City Emergency or Forestry on 790 10 45 immediately- Don't assume that someone else would have done so, or think that because it doesn't look serious yet that it's not worth reporting (a small puff of smoke can become a runaway blaze in minutes, given the right conditions). Monitor the situation and keep Forestry informed until they are on site.
• If you are fit and able and confident that the situation can be controlled by quick intervention inform Forestry of your intention to get involved. If this is not possible inform somebody else who can do this for you before you actively get involved.
• NB. Never rush in without informing someone responsible, of your intentions.

c) If the fire is anywhere near your residence

• Close all windows.
• Put pets indoors initially or move them to a safe place out of the area as soon as possible.
• Move kids to a safe place out of the area as soon as possible.
• Hose down roof and gutters and perimeter in path of fire.
• Move vehicles out of path of fire (garage - If your garage is relatively fire proof- dug in under house).
• Help to keep access roads clear and unhindered.
• Ask the forestry fireman in charge how you can be of assistance.

d) If you are going to fight the fire!

• Don’t wear synthetic clothing.
• Wear stout shoes or boots.
• Cover your head.
• Wear glasses or goggles.
• Wear a scarf or mask to protect you from smoke.
• Wet yourself from head to foot as often as possible.
• You will need something to use as a beater. A spade can be used to beat and cover burning stumps and other persistent hot spots that can flare up later if not dealt with. Alternatively, a bushy branch will do, but be careful that you do not fan the fire rather than smother it.
• If you have a cell phone keep it with you and phone in to someone that is able to monitor the area you are in, in relation to the rest of the fire.
• Always make sure that you have a clear way open for a hasty retreat.
• Concentrate of the fire edge between burnt and unburnt areas. Throwing burning items like logs etc into already burnt areas - one can come back to put them out completely later.
• Always avoid being in front of a fire moving uphill.
• Don’t get involved if you aren’t absolutely sure you know what you are doing alternatively ask the forestry man in charge how you can be of assistance.