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Thirteen Ceredigion beaches recognised in Wales Coast Awards

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6 months ago

June 11, 2025

Blue Flags, Green Coast and Seaside Awards mark a clean sweep for Mid Wales coastline

THIRTEEN beaches in Ceredigion have been recognised for their high environmental and water quality standards in this year’s Wales Coast Awards.

Borth, Llangrannog and Tresaith will once again fly the prestigious Blue Flag, while six beaches have earned Seaside Awards and a further four have been given Green Coast Awards.

The Green Coast Awards were presented to Llanrhystud, Cilborth-Llangrannog, Penbryn and Mwnt, celebrating their unspoilt beauty and excellent water quality. Seaside Awards were achieved by Clarach, Aberystwyth North, Aberystwyth South, New Quay Harbour, New Quay Dolau/North and Aberporth.

Organised by Keep Wales Tidy, the awards are a benchmark for beaches and marinas that meet high standards in water quality, safety, environmental management and visitor information.

To achieve Blue Flag or Green Coast status, a beach must meet the highest standard of water quality, provide appropriate facilities, and demonstrate strong safety and management practices. Seaside Awards, meanwhile, recognise beaches with good water quality and amenities that are well managed and safe.

Suzy Davies, vice chairman of MWT Cymru, welcomed the news: “These awards are a celebration of the high-quality beaches we have here in Ceredigion. They’re a fantastic natural resource, of which the whole of Wales should be proud.

“MWT Cymru is delighted to see residents and visitors enjoying these beaches responsibly, helping keep them clean and safe.”

Owen Derbyshire, chief executive of Keep Wales Tidy, added: “While many people are familiar with the Blue Flag and Seaside Awards, the Green Coast Award is equally important. It celebrates the wild, unspoilt beaches that define the Welsh coastline – places of extraordinary natural beauty that deserve recognition.”

Councillor Clive Davies, Cabinet Member for the Economy and Regeneration at Ceredigion County Council, praised the many volunteers and organisations who work year-round to protect the county’s coast.

“Without their continued support, we wouldn’t be able to nominate so many beaches for these prestigious awards,” he said. “This recognition places Ceredigion among the very best coastal destinations in Wales and the UK.”

MWT Cymru represents more than 600 tourism and hospitality businesses across Powys, Ceredigion and Southern Eryri (Snowdonia).

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Narbelles WI support Food Bank with festive donation

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17 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.)

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Annual charity carol service raises funds for good causes

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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.

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3 Amigos toy bike run under way across Pembrokeshire

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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)