A WOMAN, whose grandson is being helped by social services and is classed as a vulnerable child, is one of a number of people who have contacted The Herald concerned about the safety of children attending a children’s activity centre in Pembrokeshire.

The source made a number of serious allegations in relation to the Llanion Cove activity centre.

The centre says that its mission is to provide a quality residential experience with safe, meaningful, fun activities implemented by licensed activity providers. However, as this newspaper reported in March, its most well-known outdoor activities instructor, Sean Golder, 54, was jailed for inciting sexual activity with a boy of 14, and child grooming.

The Herald now understands that there are fresh allegations relating to a second individual. A social worker employed by Pembrokeshire County Council, and who was working at Llanion Cove, has now been charged with several child sex offences.

As a council employee, he was not employed by Llanion Cove, although is employment with the council has bought him in contact with the centre.

The Herald also understands that he may have been working under a false name or after having changed his name.

We have not named him at this stage for legal reasons.

Our source said on the telephone, on condition of anonymity: ‘My grandson has been sent to this club – I am more than very concerned. I have tried to call the council several times about this, but I have not been able to make any progress. I am also concerned about another member of staff who works there and has very close connections to Sean Golder, who is in jail.’

Pembrokeshire County Council told The Pembrokeshire Herald in a statement today (Dec 1) that they are aware of the charges. The official statement reads: “We are aware that an individual formerly employed by the Council has been charged with several child sex offences.

“It would be inappropriate at this time to comment further on what is still a live criminal investigation. We are also aware that another individual connected to a canoe club has been convicted of child-related sex offences including grooming and is currently serving a custodial sentence as a result.

“That individual was not and is not an employee of the Council. As with any investigation into child sexual abuse, the local authority cooperated with the criminal investigation and takes all steps to ensure that any children impacted by such offences are identified and supported.

“Anyone who has a concern about the welfare of a child can contact police on 101, the child care assessment team on 01437 764551, or in an emergency, dial 999.”