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Pembrokeshire Fish Week to launch in Lawrenny

Published

9 years ago

April 10, 2017

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THIS YEAR’S Pembrokeshire Fish Week Festival will be held between Saturday, June 24 and Sunday, July 2, with the launch event taking place in Lawrenny.

The family-friendly festival celebrates local fish and shellfish, maritime heritage, and the spectacular Pembrokeshire coastline, with more than 250 events taking place.

You can enjoy expert cooking demos, filleting workshops, seaside foraging events, evening boat trips finishing at a riverside pub, or tuck into some fantastic newly-landed fish at a coastal restaurant.

The festival is also a treat for anglers with sea angling and coarse fishing championships, plus learn-to-fish sessions for all ages and abilities.

With a new look this year, Pembrokeshire Fish Week 2017 will be launched on Saturday, June 24 by a new family event at the beautiful village of Lawrenny situated on the banks of the Cleddau estuary.

The opening day will be followed by a fun day at Scolton Manor on Sunday, June 25 run by the Western Telegraph, which will celebrate the county’s maritime heritage.

Amber Rich, Director of the launch event at Lawrenny, said: “We are really excited to be hosting the opening day of Pembrokeshire Fish Week. Lawrenny’s location is quite magical, right in the heart of the county, but surrounded by the salt waters of the Cleddau.

“We will be having great chef-led cookery demonstrations, VIP fine dining, live music and some fantastic hands on workshops, including casting, fly tying and fish filleting plus plenty more.

“There will be loads of kids’ activities and traditional village fête too, as well as a huge range of tasty local food stands and artisan produce on offer.

“To end the day, there’s a fish barbecue and live music on the quayside at Lawrenny Arms.

“It’s a morning and evening high tide so visiting boats will be very welcome too. For the first time we are opening up the river as a way to bring visitors here by water taxi. What could be better than a fantastic boat trip from Milford Haven or Pembroke Dock to start and end a great day of family fun?”

The closing weekend will feature a family day at the Parrog, Goodwick on July 1 and the popular Saundersfoot Harbour Festival on July 2.

Pembrokeshire Fish Week is co-ordinated by Pembrokeshire County Council and supported by various organisations.

Crime

Police probe ball bearing damage in Haverfordwest

Published

6 hours ago

May 18, 2026

Tom Sinclair

POLICE are investigating reports of criminal damage in Haverfordwest after suspected metal ball bearings were used to damage a vehicle and a property.

Dyfed-Powys Police said damage was caused to the wing mirror of a blue Range Rover Evoque on Glenfields Road sometime between 11:10am and 11:20am on Sunday, May 10.

Officers believe metal ball bearings may have been used.

A second incident was reported at around 2:30pm on Tuesday, May 12, when the window of a property on Glenfields Road was allegedly struck by a suspected metal ball bearing.

Police said local officers are continuing to speak with residents after receiving a number of calls about ball bearings being found in the Glenfields Road and Old Hakin Road areas.

Anyone who witnessed anything, or who has information that could help the investigation, is asked to contact Dyfed-Powys Police online, by emailing [email protected], or by calling 101.

Information can also be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via crimestoppers-uk.org.

Quote reference: 26*375605.

Crime

Stolen vehicle investigation after late-night crash in Waterston

Published

8 hours ago

May 18, 2026

Tom Sinclair

A VEHICLE involved in a late-night single-vehicle crash in Waterston, Milford Haven, is believed to have been stolen, police have confirmed.

Dyfed-Powys Police said officers received a report of the collision at around 11:55pm on Sunday (May 17).

The vehicle was recovered at approximately 1:15am on Monday (May 18), but nobody was found at the scene.

Following enquiries, police established that the vehicle had reportedly been stolen at some point during Sunday evening.

Officers said enquiries into the incident are ongoing.

News

Labour names Senedd spokesperson team after election defeat

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8 hours ago

May 18, 2026

Tom Sinclair

Ken Skates says group will focus on holding new Welsh Government to account

INTERIM Welsh Labour leader Ken Skates has unveiled the party’s Senedd spokesperson team following its defeat in the recent election.

Mr Skates will act as interim leader of Welsh Labour and spokesperson for health, care and national security.

He said the Labour group would draw on “extensive experience” while bringing “fresh energy and ideas” to its work in opposition.

The party said its Senedd group was committed to holding the new Welsh Government to account and pushing for practical results for the people of Wales.

Jayne Bryant MS has been appointed spokesperson for housing, communities, public and preventative health, with women’s health also included in her brief.

Mike Hedges MS will cover culture, sport, local government and legislation.

Vikki Howells MS becomes Chief Whip and spokesperson for environment, farming, energy and transport. Her portfolio also includes planning.

Lynne Neagle MS has been named Business Manager and spokesperson for children, education and lifelong learning.

Shav Taj MS will cover employment, equalities and economic transformation, including social partnership.

Huw Thomas MS has been appointed spokesperson for finance, democracy, citizenship and the Welsh language. Regional and city deals will also fall within his brief.

Welsh Labour said Sarah Murphy’s portfolio will be announced when she returns from maternity leave.

A photo call with the Welsh Labour Senedd Group is due to take place in Cardiff Bay on Tuesday (May 19), although no interviews will be available.