FIRE SAFETY is more than a regulatory requirement; it protects lives, property and businesses. If you manage commercial premises, residential property, a holiday let, care home, school, office or hospitality venue, understanding and managing fire risk is essential.

Under current fire safety legislation, every responsible person must carry out and regularly review a fire risk assessment. The term “responsible person” applies to anyone with a degree of control over premises, including employers, owners, occupiers, landlords, facilities managers and managing agents.

A fire risk assessment identifies potential fire hazards, evaluates who may be at risk, and determines the measures needed to prevent fire and ensure safe evacuation should an emergency occur. You must carry out a fire risk assessment if you are: an employer; the owner or manager of business premises; responsible for a building where people work; visit; or stay; or in charge of common areas in a multi-occupied residential building. There is no minimum number of employees. Even if you’re a sole trader with no staff, you still have a legal duty to assess fire risks if you operate from commercial premises or a shared building.

Employers are required to consider the safety of staff, visitors, contractors and anyone else who may be affected by a fire, including those with additional support needs. They must also provide fire safety information, training and precautions.

At Fire Assessed, our assessors are accredited and on the NFRAR and deliver independent, professional Fire Risk Assessments across Wales and South of England.

Assessments cover a wide range of fire safety considerations, including fire hazards and their control, means of escape, emergency lighting, fire safety signage, firefighting equipment, sprinkler systems, fire door inspections, staff training, hazardous materials, heating installations, smoking arrangements and lightning protection systems.

Fire prevention is always more effective and less costly than dealing with the consequences of a fire. Investing in a professional Fire Risk Assessment not only fulfils your legal obligations but demonstrates a commitment to protecting people, property and business continuity.

Don’t wait for an incident to highlight a risk. Contact Fire Assessed to book your Fire Risk Assessment and ensure your premises remain safe, compliant and prepared. Telephone: 01437 887635.

Level 4 qualified foot health care practitioner provides home visits in Pembroke Dock and surrounding areas

MOBILE foot health care practitioner Donna Brown is offering professional foot care services across the local area, with home visits available for clients who may find it difficult to travel.

Donna, who is Level 4 qualified, fully insured and DBS checked, provides a range of treatments designed to help people maintain healthy feet and improve their quality of life.

Her services include nail cutting, general foot care, diabetic foot care, corns and callus removal, dry skin and cracked heel treatment, verruca management, ingrowing nail removal, thickened nail reductions, fungal nail support, and general foot care advice.

Donna said her aim is to provide a caring, reliable and professional service, helping clients feel more comfortable and confident on their feet.

The service may be particularly helpful for older clients, people with diabetes, those with mobility issues, or anyone who needs regular foot care in the comfort of their own home.

Donna Brown Foot Health Care Practitioner is also registered with the RFHP and is a Dementia Friend.

To book an appointment, call 07792 192183 or email [email protected].

More information is available at www.donnabrownfoothealth.co.uk.

Rustic charm, countryside views and a warm family welcome make this Rosemarket venue one couples remember

TUCKED away down a peaceful country lane near Rosemarket, Woodhouse Barn has quietly become one of Pembrokeshire’s most sought-after wedding venues — offering couples an exclusive countryside setting where no two celebrations feel the same.

Set within six acres of private meadowland, the striking handcrafted barn combines rustic character with flexible indoor and outdoor spaces, creating a venue that feels both impressive and welcoming from the moment guests arrive.

For couples planning their big day, Woodhouse Barn offers something many venues struggle to achieve: elegance without formality, space without losing intimacy, and a setting that can be shaped around the couple rather than a rigid package.

Countryside views and exclusive surroundings

The venue enjoys sweeping south-facing views across the Pembrokeshire countryside, stretching towards the Cleddau Bridge and beyond.

Guests can enjoy drinks on the lawn, outdoor games in the sunshine and photography opportunities across fields, woodland and open spaces, while couples benefit from exclusive use of the grounds throughout their celebration.

Inside, the main barn offers a spacious banqueting hall and dance floor, alongside a distinctive loft-style gallery complete with additional seating and a private bar area overlooking the main celebration below.

Its striking timber staircase and viewing gallery have become particular favourites with photographers and couples alike.

Woodhouse Barn can host up to 160 guests for a seated wedding breakfast and as many as 250 for a more informal evening reception.

Exchange vows in The Hen House

For couples wanting their entire wedding day in one location, Woodhouse Barn is licensed for civil ceremonies within its unique ceremony space known as The Hen House.

Just a short stroll from the main venue, the eleven-sided wooden structure provides a secluded and intimate setting for exchanging vows before guests move back to the barn for the celebrations.

With exposed timber, natural surroundings and a handcrafted feel, it offers a setting that many couples say feels both romantic and memorable.

A family-run venue with a personal touch

One feature repeatedly highlighted by newlyweds is the support offered by owners Pat and Martin and their team.

Bride Ceri described Woodhouse Barn as an “absolutely stunning venue”, adding: “Pat was incredible. Staff were brilliant. We loved our wedding day from start to finish.”

Another bride, Becky, praised the venue’s relaxed atmosphere, outdoor setting and “amazing and quirky” features, including the barn’s memorable staircase and photography locations.

Carolynne, another recent bride, described it as “the most relaxed and beautiful venue,” saying the team went “above and beyond” to help create exactly the day the couple wanted.

That family-led approach helps explain why so many couples recommend the venue. Rather than feeling like one booking among many, weddings at Woodhouse Barn are tailored to reflect each couple’s own style and personality.

Stay and celebrate for longer

For guests travelling from further afield, Woodhouse Barn also offers accommodation through its nearby log cabins and bell tents at Woodhouse Village.

The option to stay on-site allows family and friends to enjoy the celebration without rushing home — adding to the feeling of a relaxed wedding weekend rather than simply a single day event.

For many couples, that extra time together becomes one of the most memorable parts of the experience.

Arrange a viewing

Couples planning a wedding or special celebration can arrange a private viewing to explore the barn, The Hen House ceremony space and surrounding grounds.

Woodhouse Barn
Barn Lane, Rosemarket, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, SA73 1LH
Telephone: 07870 353287
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.woodhousebarn.com

Photos: Woodhouse Barn