Community
Snow causes road closure and travel disruption across county
A KEY stretch of the Preseli road network has been closed today (Nov 19) as wintry weather brought hazardous conditions across parts of Pembrokeshire.
The B4329, Preseli Road, was closed between New Inn and Tafarn y Bwlch after reports of significant snow accumulations on higher ground. Conditions above 200m in the east of the county deteriorated through the afternoon, prompting safety concerns.
Pembrokeshire County Council said its highways teams were focusing on maintaining primary routes overnight, but warned drivers that untreated roads were likely to be extremely slippery. Even treated roads, the council said, may become dangerous where snow drifts or settles.
Where snow thaws and refreezes, ice is expected to form overnight and into Thursday morning.
Gritting and patrols overnight
A highways sitrep issued this afternoon confirmed that road surface temperatures are forecast to fall below freezing across the county. Sleet and snowfall are expected, particularly on higher ground in the north east.
Gusty winds may cause drifting in exposed areas.
Precautionary salting of primary routes began this afternoon, with patrols and ploughs due to operate throughout the night. Motorists are being urged not to travel unless essential and to take particular care on roads that have not been treated.
Yellow weather warning in force
A Met Office yellow warning for snow and ice is in place. Showers moving in from the Irish Sea have brought sleet, hail and snow to Pembrokeshire throughout the day.
Although lying snow is unlikely to persist at lower levels during daylight hours, conditions are expected to worsen this evening. Snow is likely to settle overnight, particularly in communities around the Preseli mountains, where between five and ten centimetres may accumulate in some locations. Depths will vary due to drifting.
Lower lying coastal areas in the south of the county could also wake to a notable covering of snow on Thursday, making for a difficult and slippery start to the day.
Further wintry showers are likely tomorrow, although they should ease as the day progresses. Any snow at lower elevations is expected to thaw relatively quickly, but the Preseli mountains may remain wintry for much of Thursday.
Services affected
There are currently no planned school closures, although the council said updates will be provided online and through social media.
Bro Preseli Day Centre closed early today and may remain closed tomorrow.
The Severe Weather Emergency Protocol will be activated tonight to provide shelter for those who may be rough sleeping.
Warm rooms are available at the Crymych Arms and in Hermon. Leisure centres remain open during normal hours for anyone needing a warm place. The Pembrokeshire Community Hub is open for advice and assistance, including support with food and emergency needs. Residents can contact the hub on 01437 723660.
Routine building maintenance appointments in the north and east of the county have been cancelled today and tomorrow as teams prioritise emergency and responsive repairs.
Further updates
Any changes affecting services, transport or schools will be published on the council’s website and social media throughout Thursday.
Community
Key changes approved for forthcoming Llantwd Eisteddfod site
A CALL for permission for works clearing part of the 2026 Eisteddfod site ahead of this year’s festival in Pembrokeshire has been given the go-ahead county planners.
In an application to Pembrokeshire County Council, Cardiff-based Angharad Davies sought permission for the removal of multiple small sections of hedge on a temporary basis for the forthcoming Eisteddfod at Glanrhyd Road, Llantood/Llantwd.
A supporting statement said: “Preparation works have been undertaken to reduce hedge growth in several locations where openings are required for festival access, with all arisings shredded and retained within the hedgerow to support natural regeneration.
“Any openings created will be carefully excavated, with the soil set aside and preserved for reinstatement upon completion, ensuring that all materials are returned as found. Where herringbone stonework is uncovered, we will reinstate it to match the original as closely as possible, typically engaging a specialist local stone mason experienced in traditional methods.
“Following the event, reinstatement works will be completed prior to leaving site, and we will return in November to plant a mix of seven hedgerow species and we will consult with yourselves to ensure the selected species are appropriate and in line with your recommendations, maintaining the character and biodiversity of the site.
“Where possible, we have incorporated original gates into a number of the proposed openings to retain the character and integrity of the site, ensuring consistency with existing features.
“In selecting locations for access points, we have prioritised sections of hedgerow with minimal growth to reduce the extent of intervention required and to minimise impact of the surrounding vegetation. This approach supports efficient installation while maintaining the natural appearance and structure of the hedgerows.”
The application was unconditionally approved by county planners.
The 2026 festival, running from August 1-8 at Llantwd holds particular historical significance, marking the 850th anniversary of the first recorded Eisteddfod, held in 1176 at Castell Aberteifi.
With this year’s Maes located close to the original site, the event is expected to be a landmark occasion for the region and for Wales as a whole.
The National Eisteddfod is the largest cultural festival in Europe and one of the most prominent events in the Welsh cultural calendar, attracting approximately 175,000 visitors annually.
The festival celebrates Welsh language, literature, music, and the arts, with a diverse programme of competitions, performances, exhibitions, and community activities.
The Eisteddfod proclamation took place in Narberth last May, with hundreds attending.
At the time, Narberth County Councillor Mark Tierney posted: “One of the biggest parades through Narberth in a long time and we provided the warmest of welcomes to visitors from near and far for the Eisteddfod proclamation procession.”
Community
Dogs on beaches restrictions to come under spotlight
BYLAWS connected to restrictions on dogs on Pembrokeshire beaches are to come under the spotlight later this week in a series of questions to be heard at full council.
Traditionally running from May 1 to September 30, there are total bans on dogs at Tenby’s North Beach and Whitesands in St Davids.
Partial bans are in operation on parts of Lydstep, Newgale, Saundersfoot, Tenby Castle and South Beach, Amroth beach, Poppit Sands, Broad Haven North, and Dale.
There is also a voluntary dog restriction on the beach at Coppet Hall between 10am and 6pm.
Guide dogs are welcome on Pembrokeshire’s beaches all year round.
In a three-pronged series of submitted questions to be heard at the July meeting of Pembrokeshire County Council, Councillor Rhys Jordan will ask for details surrounding dogs on beaches bylaws.
“Can the relevant Cabinet Member confirm where the operative beach dog bylaws, schedules, amendments and deposited plans are currently published, and whether all public-facing maps, signs and webpages accurately reflect the legal restrictions in force?
“Can the relevant Cabinet Member confirm who formally approved the council’s 2026 approach to beach dog restrictions, including any warning-led or ‘warn and inform’ approach, and who is currently authorised to enforce the byelaws following the end of WISE’s ([Waste Investigations Support & Enforcement)] involvement in enforcement for Pembrokeshire County Council?
“Given the lack of substantive response to requests for this information, the apparent difficulty in producing relevant and legal governance documents, and the need for residents and visitors to understand any legal restrictions with certainty, will the relevant Cabinet Member agree to suspend enforcement and active promotion of the 2026 beach dog restrictions until the byelaws, deposited plans, decision records and enforcement arrangements have been verified and published in one accessible location?”
Cllr Jordan has previously said that “blanket bans” on some of the county’s beaches were “overly punitive on dog owners,” adding: “Responsible owners do look after their dogs, but unfortunately it is the small minority; to have six or seven months of the year that certain beaches are completely banned from dogs is a bit much in my view.”
His submitted questions will be read and answered at the meeting.
Community
Six people rescued after being cut off by tide beneath Tenby hotel
Four adults and two children were taken to safety after the sea rapidly surrounded them below the Imperial Hotel
TENBY’S inshore lifeboat was launched on Tuesday evening after four adults and two children became cut off by the incoming tide.

The alarm was raised at around 5.50pm when the coastguard received several 999 calls reporting that the group was trapped on the beach below the Imperial Hotel, with the water rising quickly around them.
Tenby RNLI’s volunteer crew reached the scene within a minute and found the six casualties with an RNLI beach lifeguard, who had heard they were in difficulty and paddled around to assist them.
All six were taken aboard the lifeboat and brought safely to Castle Beach.
They were reported to be unharmed following the incident and were able to make their own way home.
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