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Wales Coast app finds winner

Published

11 years ago

November 25, 2014

Tom Sinclair

Winner: Kelly Osbourne was chosen for her creative depiction of ‘Love
The Welsh Coast’

A photo competition , launched to celebrate the new version of Keep Wales Tidy’s Wales Coast App, crowned an overall winner at an event held in Pembrokeshire on Thursday 2nd October. The ‘Love The Welsh Coast’ competition saw people from all over Wales submit their best Welsh coastal images for a chance to win a night’s stay at the famous St Brides Spa Hotel, recently voted best place to stay in Wales by the National Tourism Awards for Wales 2013.

The lucky winner, Kelly Osbourne was chosen at the exhibition at St Bride’s Hotel by judges Jane Davidson (Associate Pro Vice-Chancellor for Sustainability and Engagement at Trinity St David’s) and David Wilson Pembrokeshire Professional Photographer, for her creative and personal depiction of ‘Love The Welsh Coast’.

Stephen Crabb, MP for Preseli Pembrokeshire said: “It is exciting to see this new app being developed which I have no doubt will be a huge asset for anyone using the all Wales path. Pembrokeshire is blessed with amazing beaches, stunning scenery and welcoming people – and this app will help visitors to our county experience these things to the full.” The unique Wales Coast App has been developed by Keep Wales Tidy, with funding from Visit Wales and Natural Resources Wales by Living Data.

The latest version of the Wales Coast App contains all the information you need to enjoy the Welsh coast. The only app to contain detailed information on 153 beaches across Wales, it also provides information on: how to get there, the coast awards they hold, the public facilities such as toilets, car parks and lifeguards, as well as the nearby wildlife and historical attractions. This is the first time that this level of detail and information has been collected for the entire Welsh coast. With the recent success of the Wales Coast Path, avid walkers will like the fact that the App also measures the route and gradient of the Coast Path, allowing you to map your progress and access live weather links and tide timetables.

Because the smart phone knows the user’s location, the App can also find the nearest beach and allow the user to search for the particular facilities that they are looking for. The app also functions without mobile phone coverage, allowing walkers to use it along the entire Wales Coastal Path. The ‘Love The Welsh Coast’ exhibition will be available to view at Coppet Hall, Saundersfoot until Friday 31st October 2014. As well as unveiling the exhibition, the event announced an exclusive partnership between Keep Wales Tidy and National Trust. Lesley Jones, Chief Executive for Keep Wales Tidy said: “We have witnessed an array of awards for our beautiful beaches here in Wales.

People want to know where to find Blue Flag, Green Coast and Seaside Awarded beaches this summer, as well as finding out about the local area, facilities and amenities. The Wales Coast App is the perfect tool for walkers, families and individuals looking to explore the Welsh coast.” The Wales Coast App is available now to download on the Apple App Store and the Android Play Store, start your adventure now and love the welsh coast.

Community

Community gathers to remember Corrina Baker

Published

8 hours ago

December 17, 2025

Tom Sinclair

Lanterns and balloons released in emotional acts of remembrance

FAMILY, friends and members of the local community came together to remember Corrina Baker at a series of moving events held across west Wales this week.

Corrina’s funeral took place on Monday (Dec 15), a month after her death, with a public service held at St Mary’s Church. Mourners lined the route as her coffin was carried on its final journey in an elegant horse-drawn carriage, before a private cremation later took place at Parc Gwyn crematorium in Narberth.

Later that evening, shortly after 6:00pm, friends and relatives gathered at the Quayside in Cardigan for the first of two acts of remembrance to celebrate her life. Lanterns were lit and released into the night sky above the town as some of Corrina’s favourite songs were played.

On Tuesday afternoon (Dec 16), a second tribute was held near the location where Corrina was found. Twenty-one pink balloons — one for each year of her life — were released into a clear blue sky, each carrying personal messages in her memory.

Floral tributes continue to be laid at the Netpool, while a GoFundMe appeal set up in Corrina’s memory has raised more than £2,300. She has been described by those who knew her as “funny and bright”.

Dyfed-Powys Police have confirmed that their investigation into the circumstances surrounding Ms Baker’s death is ongoing. A 29-year-old man who was arrested on suspicion of murder has been released on bail while inquiries continue.

(Photos: Stuart Ladd/Herald)

Community

Six untaxed vehicles seized in Milford Haven police operation

Published

8 hours ago

December 17, 2025

Tom Sinclair

SIX untaxed and abandoned vehicles were seized during a joint roads policing operation in Milford Haven on Tuesday morning.

Officers from the Milford Haven Neighbourhood Policing and Prevention Team (NPPT) worked alongside the Pembrokeshire Roads Policing Team as part of targeted enforcement across the town.

In addition to the vehicle seizures, a number of traffic offence reports were issued to drivers during the operation.

Police said the action formed part of ongoing efforts to improve road safety and tackle vehicle-related offences in the Milford Haven area.

Community

Candlelit carol service brings community together in Milford Haven

Published

8 hours ago

December 17, 2025

Tom Sinclair

ST KATHARINE and St Peter’s Church in Milford Haven hosted its annual Candlelit Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols, bringing together members of the community for a traditional celebration of Christmas.

The service featured readings from the Mayor of Milford Haven, representatives of the Soroptimists, Milford Haven Amateur Operatic Society, the Headteacher and Head Prefects of Milford Haven School, Milford Haven Town Band, and NCI Wooltack Point.

Music for the evening was provided by organist Seimon Morris, Milford Haven Town Band and the Milford Haven Cluster Band, whose performances added to the atmosphere of the candlelit service.

The Friends of St Katharine and St Peter’s Church thanked all those involved and wished the community a happy Christmas.