Community

Project brings global community to Park

Published

12 years ago

November 12, 2014

Tom Sinclair

Bringing people together: The Mosaic beach group

A PROJECT that encourages people from Wales’ black and minority ethnic communities to visit the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park was celebrated with an action-packed weekend including coasteering, seal spotting and woodland walks. The Mosaic project, which is co-ordinated by the Campaign for National Parks, aims to increase the number of first-time visitors from black and minority ethnic (BME) communities to Wales’ three National Parks: Pembrokeshire Coast, Brecon Beacons and Snowdonia.

Last weekend saw 42 people from Swansea, Newport and Cardiff visit the Pembrokeshire Coast for a celebration of the project’s success. Though Mosaic itself is coming to an end in 2015, some of the participants have been so inspired by the world class landscape in Pembrokeshire that they formed a community group, Diversity Outdoors, to continue the work. Graham Peake, the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority’s Discovery Team Leader, said: “Since April 2012, more than 600 people from BME communities in South and West Wales have been introduced to the National Park. Twenty two of those people have been trained as Community Champions and are now able to organise and lead events to bring others here. “So Mosaic has worked fantastically well and it’s great news that we can continue to be involved with more visits, thanks to Diversity Outdoors.

“The more people that come to value the National Park and appreciate how important exploring it can be for people’s health and well-being, the better.” Community Champion Sham Azam, of Diversity Outdoors, explained how she has benefited from being involved in Mosaic: “It’s hard work because I also work full time, but when I hear feedback from people about the benefits of the visits to Pembrokeshire on their health and mental wellbeing, it’s worth it. One lady said she’d no idea there was such a beautiful place just two hours from her home, and she’s wanted to book on every visit ever since.” Mosaic Project Manager, Sarah Wilson, said: “It’s been fantastic to celebrate all the work the Community Champions have done to inspire others to understand and enjoy Wales’ National Parks here in Pembrokeshire. As more people get to know and love our National Parks, we hope this will help protect these fantastic places for the future.” The Mosaic Cymru Project is funded by the Big Lottery Fund’s People and Places programme, with contributions from the Welsh National Park Authorities and the Youth Hostels Association.

Community

Milford paddling pool could close after rowdy adults seen throwing glass bottles

Published

5 hours ago

May 25, 2026

Tom Sinclair

MILFORD HAVEN TOWN COUNCIL has warned that the town’s paddling pool could be drained and closed if anti-social behaviour continues.

The warning follows an incident today in which rowdy adults were reportedly drinking alcohol from glass bottles inside the pool enclosure and throwing a glass bottle around.

The council also said people were seen smoking cannabis just outside the gate.

In a statement, Milford Haven Town Council said the behaviour was “highly dangerous, irresponsible and inconsiderate” and “cannot and will not be tolerated”.

The council warned: “If this sort of behaviour continues we will have no choice but to consider draining and closing the pool.”

The paddling pool is run voluntarily by a dedicated group of councillors for the benefit of local families and visitors.

The council is now urging people to act responsibly so the facility can remain open and be enjoyed safely by everyone.

Community

Choir to sing at ten bandstands in one day for Alzheimer’s charity

Published

5 hours ago

May 25, 2026

Tom Sinclair

Côr Meibion De Cymru will begin its South Wales challenge at Milford Haven before finishing in Cardiff

A WELSH male voice choir will sing at ten bandstands in one day as part of an ambitious charity challenge across South Wales.

Côr Meibion De Cymru, the South Wales Male Choir, will begin its Ten Bandstands Challenge at The Rath in Milford Haven at 7:00am on Sunday, May 31.

The choir will then travel east, performing short concerts at Tenby, Carmarthen, Kidwelly, Llandeilo, Neath, Barry Island, Penarth and Newport before finishing at Victoria Park in Cardiff at around 8:00pm.

The event is being held in aid of Alzheimer’s Society Cymru, with organisers aiming to raise £5,000.

The choir says the challenge is intended to create a “red wave of singing” across South Wales, while celebrating the Welsh male voice choir tradition and showing that it remains a powerful part of Welsh cultural life.

The full schedule is:

Milford Haven, The Rath: 7:00am to 7:20am
Tenby, Castle Hill: 8:25am to 8:45am
Carmarthen, Carmarthen Park: 9:55am to 10:15am
Kidwelly, Parc Y Bocs: 11:00am to 11:20am
Llandeilo, Penlan Park: 12:30pm to 1:00pm
Neath, Victoria Gardens: 2:00pm to 2:20pm
Barry Island, Friars Road: 3:55pm to 4:20pm
Penarth, Windsor Gardens: 5:10pm to 5:30pm
Newport, Belle Vue Park: 6:35pm to 6:55pm
Cardiff, Victoria Park: 7:50pm to 8:10pm

Organisers say timings may vary slightly depending on traffic on the day.

The challenge is being promoted as a celebration of music, community and Welsh identity, while raising money for a cause that affects families across Wales.

More information and donations are available through the choir’s JustGiving campaign.

Community

Police issue A477 crash appeal after five taken to hospital

Published

7 hours ago

May 25, 2026

Tom Sinclair

FIVE people were taken to hospital, three with serious injuries, following a collision on the A477 between Llanteg and Red Roses on Sunday (May 24).

Dyfed-Powys Police said the crash happened at around 5:00pm and involved a grey Honda Civic i-VTEC and a white Kia Soul 2.

A 23-year-old man has been arrested and remains in police custody.

Officers are appealing for anyone who was driving on the A477 at around the time of the collision, or who may have dash-cam footage of either vehicle before the crash, to come forward.

Police said visitors to Pembrokeshire who may not know the area should check their route in case they were travelling along the A477 at the relevant time.

Anyone with information can contact Dyfed-Powys Police online, by emailing [email protected], by direct message on social media, or by calling 101.

Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Quote reference: 326 of May 24.