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Snowdon climb raises £2,500

Published

10 years ago

July 2, 2015

Tom Sinclair

Success: Snowdon climb has already raised nearly £2500.

A GROUP of intrepid walkers from across Pembrokeshire and further afield climbed Snowdon recently to raise money for the Cystic Fibrosis Trust.

Undaunted by a 4:30am start and a five hour coach ride, the party of 33 showed great determination and enthusiasm to reach the Llanberis summit, which at 975 metres is the highest peak in Wales, and is graded as a ‘hard mountain walk’.

The group, enjoying excellent weather and entertained along the way by the Shelby the Snail mascot (Liam Hewer) was led by 22-year-old CF patient, Sophie Pierce, who organised the event on behalf of the Pembrokeshire branch of the CF Trust.

“This was a wonderful effort,” said branch chairman Sybil Edwards, who walked a little way with the party to see them on their way. “Sponsorship money is still coming in and we are already well over our original £1,000 target, nearly reaching £2,500.

“Sophie is an inspiration to our CF families, as well as a great fundraiser. Two years ago she brought in £2,000 when she climbed Kilimanjaro, and she is already thinking up her next challenge. Be warned – she will be calling on you to get involved.”

Sophie said: “It was a brilliant day. I am overwhelmed by the support which the climb received from those who came and climbed, and from those who sponsored. The day itself was a long one, but most definitely worth it.

“For me the achievement hit home when a stranger on the summit handed me a donation and congratulated me when he saw us having our summit photograph. I want to say a huge thank you to all who dug deep to sponsor and an even bigger thank you to all those who suffered achy legs to stand on the summit in support of the CF Trust. Without them the event could not have taken place, and we would not have raised an incredible amount of money.”

Bottled water and snacks were donated by Milford Haven Tesco and Haverfordwest Morrisons and the cost of the coach was sponsored by Sophie’s mother Mrs Pierce. This support is invaluable to the events, meaning all sponsorship can go directly to the work of the Trust.

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Narbelles WI support Food Bank with festive donation

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13 hours ago

December 14, 2025

Tom Sinclair

Group marks December meeting with charity collection and Christmas celebrations

NARBELLES WI rounded off the year with a festive December meeting featuring a bring-and-share buffet, party games and a Secret Santa gift exchange.

Members also used the occasion to support families in need across the county, collecting food items and presenting a £120 cheque to Ann Watling from Pembrokeshire Food Bank. The donation represents the proceeds of the group’s bucket collection during Narberth Civic Week 2024.

A spokesperson for the WI said the group was delighted to finish the year “with fun, friendship and a chance to give something back to the community.”

(Photo: Narbelles WI members presenting the cheque to Ann Watling, Pembrokeshire Food Bank.)

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Annual charity carol service raises funds for good causes

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2 days ago

December 13, 2025

Tom Sinclair

MID and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service held its annual Charity Carol Service on Wednesday (Dec 10) at Ebeneser Baptist Chapel in Crymych.

The event brought together members of the local community alongside Fire Service staff for an evening of carols, readings and festive refreshments, marking the Christmas season in a warm and inclusive atmosphere.

This year’s service supported two important charities — the Fire Fighters Charity and Cancer Research Wales — with all proceeds going directly towards their ongoing work.

A total of £597 was raised on the night, which will be shared equally between the two charities.

The Service thanked the congregation at Ebeneser Baptist Chapel for hosting the event, as well as everyone who gave their time, support and generosity to make the evening such a success.

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3 Amigos toy bike run under way across Pembrokeshire

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2 days ago

December 13, 2025

Tom Sinclair

Castle Inn fun runners back festive charity event

THE ANNUAL 3 Amigos Christmas toy bike run is under way this afternoon (Saturday), with hundreds of motorcyclists setting off from Pembroke to raise funds for children’s services.

Riders gathered at The Commons car park in Pembroke from around midday before departing shortly after 1:00pm. The festive convoy is travelling along its traditional route, taking in Pembroke Dock and continuing through parts of the county including Neyland, Milford Haven and Haverfordwest.

The event is organised by the 3 Amigos and Dollies Motorcycle Group and has become a much-anticipated Christmas tradition in west Wales, with toys and donations collected for children receiving care within the Hywel Dda University Health Board area.

Also supporting the event are fun runners from the Castle Inn in Pembroke, who have been fundraising in aid of the 3 Amigos. The group are pictured alongside participants from today’s run.

The 3 Amigos have been raising funds for children’s wards and health charities for more than twenty-five years, with their Easter and Christmas events continuing to make a positive difference to young patients and their families.

Organisers have thanked the public for their support and asked road users to be mindful of the large convoy as it passes through towns and villages this afternoon.

Photo caption:
Festive fundraising: Fun runners from the Castle Inn, Pembroke, pictured supporting the 3 Amigos Christmas toy bike run (Pic: Martin Cavaney/Herald)