Community
Angle joins the world in celebrating Sea Sunday
THE VILLAGE of Angle was among churches and communities from all over the world which came together on Sea Sunday in a campaign to remember seafarers and pray for them, their families and those who support them. As well as raising money to help those who work at sea, the day was celebrated with services, parades and ship blessings. Angle’s celebration on Sunday (July 13) took the form of a service, led by Rev Geoffrey Howell, Team Vicar for the Monkton Rectorial Benefice, with the Port Chaplain for The Mission to Seafarers, the Rev Steve Traynar. It began at the small 15th century Seamen’s Chapel of St Anthony in the grounds of St Maryís Church, Angle. Afterwards, the congregation of local residents and visitors made their way to RNLI Angle lifeboat station. There, the service continued in the crew room, with its spectacular views over the Milford Haven Waterway. The Rev Howell continued the service and provided musical accompaniment for the hymns. Particularly poignant was the singing of the Seafarersí hymn, ëEternal Father, Strong to Saveí, during which a collection was taken in aid of The Mission to Seafarers and the RNLI. The Rev Traynar gave the address, during which he spoke of the work of The Mission to Seafarers’ teams of caring chaplains and volunteers all over the world. They work tirelessly to bring help, hope and a safe haven for sick, lonely exhausted and troubled seafarers of all ranks, nationalities and beliefs in over 260 ports in 71 countries. He told of his own work as Port Chaplain, visiting oil and gas tankers on the Milford Haven Waterway, bringing vital support and care and assistance to seafarers on board, those injured or who fall sick and are admitted to hospital locally, and of the welcome given to merchant crews from all the world at the charityís Milford Haven International Seafarers Centre in Robert Street. RNLI Angle’s Lifeboat Operations Manager, John Allen-Mirehouse, welcomed everyone to the lifeboat station, and spoke of the work of its all-weather and inshore lifeboats, which provide a 24-hour search and rescue service 365 days of the year. The Angle station, which was founded in 1868, is one of 237 RNLI lifeboat stations around the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland The charity is independent from Government and relies on voluntary contributions and gifts in wills for its income. After the service, visitors were able to tour the station’s all-weather state-of the-art Tamar class lifeboat, Peter and Lesley-Jane Nicholson. She is on relief duty at Angle, while its own Tamar lifeboat, Mark Mason, is away undergoing modifications.
Community
Suspected explosive device found on west Wales beach
NEW QUAY Coastguard Rescue Team were tasked at 03:50 this morning following a report of suspected washed up Ordnance on Llanrhystud beach. Following an assessment by the Army Bomb Disposal Team it was discovered the item was not Ordnance. It was reported with good intent and thankfully there was no risk to the public.
Reporting of ordnance – Always be mindful of objects you may discover on our beaches.
Our shores are filled with history, but remnants from the past can still sometimes wash up on our shores today.
If you find something on the beach that’s an unusual size or shape, especially if it’s rusty, it could be an unexploded ordnance.
What should I do if I find something that looks unusual on the beach?
While it is very rare to find unexploded ordnance on a visit to the beach, bad weather and high tides can expose these objects. It’s important to be cautious, as ordnance comes in all shapes and sizes.
If you do come across something on the beach that you’re unsure of or suspect could be unexploded ordnance, please don’t touch it or move it. Call 999 and ask for the Coastguard – we will take immediate steps with the relevant partner authorities to keep people safe and ensure the item in question is disposed of correctly.
Community
Port of Milford Haven renews partnership with Milford Youth Matters
THE Port of Milford Haven has strengthened its commitment to supporting the development of young people via a renewed partnership agreement with Milford Youth Matters. The two organisations have been working in collaboration for over five years to improve skills, aspirations, confidence levels and positive experiences for young people in Milford Haven. The new three-year agreement will enable Milford Youth Matters to deliver Friday night youth provision at a new venue based in Haven’s Head Business Park.
The partnership between the Port and Milford Youth Matters has resulted in hugely successful youth projects including the award-winning Under the Bridge project, WAVE – a water-safety initiative – and Winter Warmers, which provided young people with free meals and a warm space to socialise in a safe environment. All projects are supporting young people to achieve their full potential with many learning new skills, gaining qualifications and taking up volunteering activities. They have also led to a decreased anti-social behaviour in the area.
The new premises at Haven’s Head will allow Milford Youth Matters to expand their current offering and focus more on their academy work, which includes upskilling young people.
Dayle Gibby, Co-Ordinator at Milford Youth Matters said: “Its fantastic that the Port of Milford Haven shares our vision in providing ongoing opportunities for young people in our community. By working together we are able to align our resources to ensure that young people are provided with experiences that will enhance their future potential, whether that be employability, volunteering or to become active members of our town. Our ongoing and enhanced partnership looks to ensure the maximum impact is achieved with long lasting benefits for our future generations.”
Lauren Williams, PR & Communications Officer added: “We’re lucky to have organisations like Milford Youth Matters on our doorstep, offering young people creative outlets and skills opportunities. Our partnership over the past 5 years has gone from strength to strength and we are delighted to be able to increase our support over the coming years.”
Community
Castle tearoom serves up new sensory-friendly sessions
NEW sensory-friendly sessions at a popular castle tearoom will enable visitors with additional needs to enjoy a welcoming and accommodating environment tailored to their specific requirements.
As part of an initiative to boost engagement with a more diverse audience, Carew Castle, which is run by the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority, will be running a new Quiet Hour and Power Hour at Nest Tearoom on the second Monday of each month.
The Quiet Hour, designed to provide a safe space for anyone who feels anxious or overwhelmed when out in public, will take place between 9am and 10am, before the Castle opens. Bright lighting and noise will be kept to a minimum and visitors will be able to enjoy quieter activities in a relaxing environment.
The Power Hour is scheduled for 4.30pm to 5.30pm and offers an energetic and engaging session, tailored to promote physical movement and social engagement. The aim is to create an opportunity for individuals who thrive in more active settings to connect with others, without concern for excessive noise or social interaction.
Manager of Carew Castle, Daisy Hughes, said: “We are thrilled to introduce these new sensory-friendly sessions at Carew Castle, as part of our ongoing commitment to accessibility and inclusivity.
“The Quiet Hour and Power Hour sessions aim to cater to the specific needs of our visitors, providing them with an environment where they can truly be themselves. As well as being able to use the café facilities, visitors will be able to explore the Castle garden. For those who wish to explore the Castle, entry is free with a Carers Card. Otherwise, normal entry fees apply.”
The Castle, which was named Pembrokeshire Visitor Attraction of the Year in last year’s Croeso Awards isn’t the only Park Authority-run site to adapt the visitor experience to accommodate more diverse audiences. A Sunday morning Quiet Hour was introduced at Castell Henllys Iron Age Village in 2019 to encourage people who would not otherwise have visited the site to come along and discover more about the lives of their ancient ancestors.
To learn more about the sensory-friendly sessions and to plan your visit, please contact Carew Castle directly on 01646 651782 or visit www.carewcastle.com. Further information about Castell Henllys’ Quiet Hour can be found at www.pembrokeshirecoast.wales/castell-henllys/about-castell-henllys/accessibility-2/.
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