Community

Save money on your energy bills

Published

11 years ago

January 27, 2015

PEMBROKESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL are encouraging people to save money by buying energy together. The Authority is backing a collective energy switching scheme in Wales called Cyd Cymru. Developed by Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan local authorities – with the support of other councils across Wales – the scheme encourages households to band together to get the lowest possible price for their gas and electricity bills. Last year, the people who took part in it saved £185 on their electricity bills on average – with an astonishing £284,000 saved across Wales.

“The Cyd Cymru scheme is a great opportunity to make real savings to your energy bills,” said Cllr Sue Perkins, anti-poverty Champion for the County Council. “With winter here, we are urging residents to sign up – and tell their friends and family about it too. “Registration is available to all households in Pembrokeshire who pay their energy bill directly to an energy company, regardless of household income or property type. “It is free to register and switch, with no obligation to do so.”

The idea behind Cyd Cymru’s collective energy switching is similar to bulk-buying products in order to get a better price. However, those interested in receiving a better deal need to get together as a ‘collective’ before approaching the energy suppliers. The more people who get involved the more attractive the group of customers is likely to be to the energy suppliers, and the better the tariff offered.The 2015 registration period runs between January 2 and March 1, and the switching window takes place between March 2 and 16.

Community

Narbelles WI support Food Bank with festive donation

Published

7 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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1 day 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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1 day 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)