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New summer train timetable brings extra services to and from Pembrokeshire

Published

7 months ago

May 27, 2025

A NEW summer train timetable came into effect from earlier this month, bringing a few additional services to and from Pembrokeshire — though the overall schedule remains largely unchanged.

The updated timetable, which applies across West Wales, includes new weekday shuttle services between Carmarthen and Tenby, extra through-trains on Saturdays between London Paddington and Pembroke Dock, and the return of early Sunday morning connections to key destinations.

Weekday improvements

On Mondays to Fridays, two new shuttle services will run from Carmarthen to Tenby at 9:56am and 1:55pm, returning from Tenby at 10:40am and 2:39pm. Notably, the 10:40am departure from Tenby links with a service at Carmarthen that arrives at London Paddington at 3:12pm — offering an attractive mid-morning connection for tourists and business travellers alike. These shuttles will stop at Whitland en route.

Saturday changes

As in previous years, summer Saturdays will see the reintroduction of direct Great Western Railway services between Paddington and Pembroke Dock. Trains will depart Pembroke Dock at 10:02am and 3:02pm, calling at Tenby around 30 minutes later, and arrive in London at 3:13pm and 8:13pm respectively.

The inbound services begin early, with one train starting from Swansea at 7:18am and another leaving Paddington at 8:48am to arrive in Pembroke Dock at 1:50pm. Due to these additions, Saturday services follow a slightly different timetable from weekday patterns, so passengers are advised to check their journey using the online planners.

Sunday services return

Milford Haven and Pembroke Dock also benefit from the return of early summer Sunday services. An additional morning arrival into Milford Haven will depart again at 9:35am, bound for Carmarthen, Swansea, Cardiff, and Manchester.

Pembroke Dock regains its seasonal early train from Swansea, departing at 8:14am and arriving in Tenby at 9:51am and Pembroke Dock at 10:24am. This service then departs again at 10:27am and 10:59am (from Tenby) for return journeys east.

Plan ahead on Sunday morning

However, passengers should take note: due to engineering works, bus replacement services will be in operation between Pembrokeshire and Swansea on the morning of Sunday, May 18. Travel from Milford Haven to Swansea is expected to take up to three hours.

As the summer season approaches, the new services are expected to benefit both locals and tourists seeking to make the most of Pembrokeshire’s coastal charm.

Community

Narbelles WI support Food Bank with festive donation

Published

15 hours ago

December 14, 2025

Tom Sinclair

Group marks December meeting with charity collection and Christmas celebrations

NARBELLES WI rounded off the year with a festive December meeting featuring a bring-and-share buffet, party games and a Secret Santa gift exchange.

Members also used the occasion to support families in need across the county, collecting food items and presenting a £120 cheque to Ann Watling from Pembrokeshire Food Bank. The donation represents the proceeds of the group’s bucket collection during Narberth Civic Week 2024.

A spokesperson for the WI said the group was delighted to finish the year “with fun, friendship and a chance to give something back to the community.”

(Photo: Narbelles WI members presenting the cheque to Ann Watling, Pembrokeshire Food Bank.)

Community

Annual charity carol service raises funds for good causes

Published

2 days ago

December 13, 2025

Tom Sinclair

MID and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service held its annual Charity Carol Service on Wednesday (Dec 10) at Ebeneser Baptist Chapel in Crymych.

The event brought together members of the local community alongside Fire Service staff for an evening of carols, readings and festive refreshments, marking the Christmas season in a warm and inclusive atmosphere.

This year’s service supported two important charities — the Fire Fighters Charity and Cancer Research Wales — with all proceeds going directly towards their ongoing work.

A total of £597 was raised on the night, which will be shared equally between the two charities.

The Service thanked the congregation at Ebeneser Baptist Chapel for hosting the event, as well as everyone who gave their time, support and generosity to make the evening such a success.

Community

3 Amigos toy bike run under way across Pembrokeshire

Published

2 days ago

December 13, 2025

Tom Sinclair

Castle Inn fun runners back festive charity event

THE ANNUAL 3 Amigos Christmas toy bike run is under way this afternoon (Saturday), with hundreds of motorcyclists setting off from Pembroke to raise funds for children’s services.

Riders gathered at The Commons car park in Pembroke from around midday before departing shortly after 1:00pm. The festive convoy is travelling along its traditional route, taking in Pembroke Dock and continuing through parts of the county including Neyland, Milford Haven and Haverfordwest.

The event is organised by the 3 Amigos and Dollies Motorcycle Group and has become a much-anticipated Christmas tradition in west Wales, with toys and donations collected for children receiving care within the Hywel Dda University Health Board area.

Also supporting the event are fun runners from the Castle Inn in Pembroke, who have been fundraising in aid of the 3 Amigos. The group are pictured alongside participants from today’s run.

The 3 Amigos have been raising funds for children’s wards and health charities for more than twenty-five years, with their Easter and Christmas events continuing to make a positive difference to young patients and their families.

Organisers have thanked the public for their support and asked road users to be mindful of the large convoy as it passes through towns and villages this afternoon.

Photo caption:
Festive fundraising: Fun runners from the Castle Inn, Pembroke, pictured supporting the 3 Amigos Christmas toy bike run (Pic: Martin Cavaney/Herald)