Community

Older People’s Commissioner to meet residents at Pembrokeshire County Show

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4 months ago

August 13, 2025

THE OLDER People’s Commissioner for Wales, Rhian Bowen-Davies, will return to west Wales next week for the Pembrokeshire County Show, where she will meet and speak with older residents about the issues that matter most to them.

On Wednesday (20 Aug), the Commissioner will join the Pembrokeshire 50+ Forum at their stand in the show’s community tent. She will be listening to the experiences of older people, particularly those living in rural areas, and discussing the changes and improvements they would like to see.

Visitors to the stand will also be able to get advice and support from the Commissioner’s Head of Advice and Assistance on a wide range of matters, including rights, health services, social care, housing and finances. A selection of free information guides will be available, offering practical tips on topics such as accessing GPs, understanding your rights, and navigating the hospital discharge process.

The Pembrokeshire County Show – Wales’s largest county show – attracts around 100,000 visitors each August, with attractions including livestock judging, showjumping, arts and crafts, vintage vehicles, shopping, live music and entertainment.

Rhian Bowen-Davies said: “I’m really looking forward to being at the Pembrokeshire County Show and talking to older people about the issues affecting them. Hearing directly from older people is vital to shaping my work, and I’m particularly keen to learn about the barriers faced by those in rural communities.

“Our stand will be a place to share concerns, get advice, and pick up useful guides to help people access support and make their voices heard. I’m grateful to the Pembrokeshire 50+ Forum for the invitation, and I look forward to meeting members, volunteers, and visitors throughout the day.”

The stand will be open in the community tent on the main avenue for the duration of the day.

Community

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.)

Community

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.

Community

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)