AN exciting business opportunity has emerged in Milford Haven with the announcement that Hangar, an industrial event venue located on Thornton Industrial Estate, is now on the market. Known for its versatility and modern facilities, the space has become a standout feature in Pembrokeshire’s growing events scene.

Venue with potential

Hangar is fully licensed for alcohol sales and approved to host both live and recorded music events, as well as sporting showcases. Featuring a state-of-the-art 6m x 3m video wall, the venue offers an immersive experience for guests, whether for corporate gatherings, live music nights, or private functions.

The premises include a fully fitted bar, designed for efficiency and customer satisfaction, and a flexible layout that can accommodate private celebrations, conferences, and entertainment events.

Strategic location

Situated in the heart of Thornton Industrial Estate, Hangar combines industrial charm with an accessible location, making it an attractive option for event planners and visitors alike.

Ready for growth

Owner Steve Bartram highlighted the venue’s growth potential, pointing out its appeal to entrepreneurs ready to invest time and expertise. With Pembrokeshire’s entertainment industry on the rise, Hangar is well-positioned to become a central hub for events in the region.

“This is a ready-to-operate business with immense potential for someone with vision and passion for the events industry,” said Mr Bartram.

Serious inquiries invited

Interested parties are encouraged to get in touch directly to arrange viewings and discuss further details.

For those with a passion for creating unforgettable experiences and a vision for growth, Hangar represents a rare and exciting investment in Pembrokeshire’s vibrant events sector.

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A PEMBROKESHIRE gardener has been found not guilty of exposing his ‘flaccid penis’ to a female property owner after agreeing to cut trees in her garden.

The complainant, who cannot be named for legal reasons, claimed Thomas Jones, 21, exposed himself to her after agreeing on a £300 fee for cutting down trees in her back garden.

As he began unloading tools from his van on the morning of November 9, 2022, he allegedly turned towards the woman, exposing himself.

“The first I knew of it was when she pointed at me,” Thomas Jones told Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court on Monday, where he was on trial for exposure.

“I was in shock. I felt embarrassed and awful. I felt bad.”

During cross-examination, Mr Jones, of Long Meadow, Adams Road, Monkton, admitted he did not wear underwear but insisted the exposure was accidental.

“I accept that it was outside my trousers, but I didn’t find her attractive, so why would I do all that?” he said. “It just doesn’t make sense.

“I’ve known my girlfriend for the past seven years, so why would I risk all that, plus risk losing the £300 from the job?”

GIVING EVIDENCE FROM BEHIND A SCREEN

The complainant said Mr Jones had knocked on her door and handed her a leaflet advertising his gardening services.

“I had some trees that needed cutting down, so I took him around, we chatted about it, and we agreed on a price,” she said.

After moving her car to allow Mr Jones to park his van, she claimed she saw what she described as ‘his flaccid penis’ hanging outside his trousers as she walked back into her house.

“I went inside, thinking, ‘That’s very weird’, and I knew it wasn’t right,” she said.

“I went back outside and told him that I’d changed my mind and didn’t want him to do the work anymore. I pointed at it, and I was really angry. I swore at him and asked him to leave.”

Despite apologising repeatedly, Thomas Jones, who has no previous convictions or police cautions, was reported and later charged with intentional exposure. He persistently denied the charge.

DEFENCE ARGUMENT

“The Crown has to prove that the defendant intentionally exposed his penis,” said his solicitor, Gareth Walters.

“But he wasn’t wearing underwear, and it came out of his trousers through his undone zip, which led to him being exposed. It wasn’t an erect penis, and it wasn’t intentional. It was a complete accident.”

After a short adjournment, Thomas Jones was found not guilty. An application for a restraining order against the complainant was refused by the magistrates.

A Pembrokeshire chef who was seen stumbling around in the road after crashing his car was found to be almost twice over the legal drink-drive limit.

Jamie Pope, 27, was seen stumbling in the road in the early hours of December 1 following a 14-hour cooking shift at a restaurant in Saundersfoot,  His vehicle, a VW Golf, had been involved in a one- vehicle collision and damage had been caused to its bumper.

“Police received reports that a car had been involved in an accident and the driver appeared to be intoxicated or on drugs,” Crown Prosecutor Sian Vaughan told Haverfordwest magistrates this week.

“Jamie Pope was seen stumbling around in the road and he appeared emotionally erratic and aggressive.”

When the officers approached Pope, he screamed at them, threatening to headbut one of the female officers.

“He said he was going to nut them,” added Ms Vaughan.

A roadside breath test proved positive while further breath tests carried out at the police station showed Pope had 65 mcg of alcohol in his system.  The legal limit is 35.

Pope, who previously resided at Maes yr Odyn, Narberth, pleaded guilty to drink-driving as well as an additional charge of obstructing or resisting an officer in the execution of their duty.

He was legally represented in court by Mr Michael Kelleher.

“He was going through a very emotional time in his personal life and he’d just worked a long 14-hour shift as a chef,” he said.  “He’d been drinking at work and crashed his car on the way home.  He was annoyed with himself, as he’d behaved outrageously.”

Mr Kelleher said that as a result of the offence, Pope has lost his job and his relationship had ended.

“He has now left Pembrokeshire and is living with his parents in Somerset.” he said.

Pope was sentenced to a 12 month Community Order during which he must carry out ten rehabilitation activity requirement days and 60 hours of unpaid work.  He was disqualified from driving for 17 months.