THE PEMBROKESHIRE Coast Charitable Trust has launched a major new initiative aimed at widening access to outdoor experiences across the county.

The Get Outdoors Partnership Programme was formally unveiled at the recent Get Outdoors Network Breakfast in Saundersfoot. The event brought together educators, community groups and local businesses to hear more about the new scheme and how they can get involved.

For almost twenty years, the Trust has provided beach wheelchairs and all-terrain equipment to help people of all abilities enjoy Pembrokeshire’s natural spaces. The new programme builds on that work, creating a long-term, sustainable model to support inclusive outdoor access while offering partners a range of benefits in return. Participating organisations will also be able to display new ‘Get Outdoors’ branding to show their support.

Attendees at the breakfast heard from the Trust’s Education Team about how new equipment is enabling more pupils to take part in outdoor learning. Blue Horizons shared insights into the physical and mental benefits of connecting with the sea, while the Get Outdoors Team invited participants to trial equipment first-hand. Discussions also explored the programme’s countywide impact, the kit currently available, and future opportunities for development.

The Partnership Programme will roll out fully in 2026, with wider expansion planned from 2027. A tiered structure will allow partners to join at a level that suits their needs – from basic access to equipment and support, through to enhanced packages that include training, bespoke kit and opportunities to share their organisation’s story.

The Trust thanked all current hosts, supporters, donors and local businesses who have helped provide accessible outdoor experiences over the years, and said it looked forward to welcoming them into the new programme.

Katie Macro, Director of the Pembrokeshire Coast Charitable Trust, said: “We are incredibly excited to enhance the Get Outdoors Partnership Programme and look forward to working closely with our partners to provide more people with access to the outdoors. This programme is a fantastic opportunity to build on our work over the past 20 years and ensure these experiences are sustainable for the future.”

Next year marks the 20th anniversary of the introduction of beach wheelchairs and all-terrain equipment in Pembrokeshire. A special celebration is planned, with further details to be announced soon.

The Get Outdoors Partnership Programme represents a significant step forward in promoting inclusive outdoor access and securing the long-term future of outdoor learning across the region.

Garth Ward clear-up sees multiple removals

POLICE have organised the removal several untaxed and abandoned vehicles from the Garth ward in Haverfordwest following a joint operation earlier today.

Neighbourhood officers from Haverfordwest NPPT, working alongside the Roads Policing Unit, carried out enforcement action after a number of vehicles were found to have no valid road tax and had been left parked or abandoned for extended periods.

A police spokesperson said the operation was aimed at improving safety, accessibility, and the general appearance of residential streets where long-term abandoned vehicles had become an issue.

Millforge Garage were brought in to assist with the removals, with officers praising staff for their work in recovering vehicles that were “in awkward and difficult positions”.

Under UK law, it is illegal to keep or park an untaxed vehicle on any public road. Vehicles must be taxed or declared SORN (Statutory Off Road Notification), but a SORN declaration is only valid if the vehicle is kept entirely on private land. Leaving a SORN vehicle on a street, layby or pavement breaches DVLA regulations and can result in immediate enforcement action.

DVLA enforcement teams and police have the power to clamp or remove any untaxed vehicle found on a public road without warning. In many cases, removal fees, daily storage charges and unpaid tax must be settled before the vehicle can be released — and if not collected, the vehicle may ultimately be scrapped.

The Herald understands that further inspections will continue over the coming weeks as part of ongoing efforts to tackle nuisance and abandoned vehicles across the town.

Temporary suspension of charges as new operating arrangements are reviewed

ATEB has confirmed that parking charges at the Old Haverfordwest Library car park on Dew Street have been suspended from this week (November 17) until the New Year while the organisation reviews how the site is operated.

The update was shared with residents by Castle Ward county councillor Thomas Tudor following a statement from ATEB chief executive Nick Hampshire.

Mr Hampshire said the organisation is “currently reviewing the Dew Street car parking operations” and will therefore not charge users during the review period. However, he stressed that motorists use the site “at their own risk,” as clearly set out on the on-site notices.

New arrangements expected in 2026

ATEB says its intention is to introduce new parking arrangements early in the New Year. These are expected to mirror the terms, rates and conditions used in Pembrokeshire County Council-run car parks, providing consistency for shoppers, visitors and local residents.

“Until we agree the new arrangements, we will not be in a position to share more detail,” Mr Hampshire added.

Cllr Tudor encouraged residents with any queries to contact him directly.