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Newgale: Woman and children saved by RNLI lifeguards in major rescue

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The woman was exhausted and caught in a rip current when RNLI lifeguards got to her (Pic: RNLI)

The woman was exhausted and caught in a rip current when RNLI lifeguards got to her (Pic: RNLI)

AN EXHAUSTED woman who was dragged out from a beach in a rip current was moments from disappearing under water when RNLI lifeguards came to her rescue.

Two young children were also saved from the fast flowing current in a multi-agency rescue on Tuesday afternoon (Jul 21) which saw RNLI lifeguards, two RNLI lifeboats, HM Coastguard, paramedics and the Wales Air Ambulance helicopter all involved.

The woman had attempted to come to the aid of the two young children who were being pulled away from the shore in the current at Newgale beach in Pembrokeshire.

But after the two children were brought back to the safety of the shore by an RNLI lifeguard, the woman – a 30-year-old holidaymaker – got into serious difficulty in the big waves and high winds of Tuesday afternoon.

RNLI lifeguards from the south end of Newgale beach initially entered the water and rescued the children, before an Arancia inshore rescue boat from the nearby Newgale North Beach Lifeguard Unit arrived just in time to pull the woman from the sea before she went under.

RNLI Senior Lifeguard Manager Matt Horton, who was at Newgale carrying out a routine beach inspection as the rescue happened, said it was only the swift and decisive actions of the RNLI lifeguards which ensured the positive outcome.

He said: ‘What our lifeguards did today has saved the life of a woman and likely the lives of two young children as well. The woman was moments from going under the water and if it was not for the speed of the lifeguards’ actions,  the speed of the flank lifeguard unit in launching the rescue boat and the skill they showed handling the boat in difficult sea conditions to bring the woman on board, there could have been a very different outcome.’

The rescue happened at about 4.20pm when RNLI lifeguards spotted three people in trouble in the water and a fourth signalling for help.

RNLI Lifeguard Supervisor Stuart Penfold and lifeguards Sean Ellison and Sean Williams called for the assistance of the rescue boat from their flank unit and entered the water. Stuart swam towards the two children with a rescue tube and brought them into safety and reunited them with their families.

Sean and Sean tried to reach the woman on rescue boards but difficult sea condition meant the inshore rescue boat was better equipped to reach her quickly.

Such was the seriousness of the woman’s condition RNLI lifeguards Sam Ellison and Moritz Neumann, who were operating the rescue boat, had to adapt their standard procedure in big surf conditions and hold on to the woman despite waves crashing onto the boat. They got her aboard and brought her back to the beach, where she was given oxygen and treatment for secondary drowning and was passed over to HM Coastguard staff and paramedics.

The two rescued children were given warmth, rest and reassurance by the RNLI lifeguards.

All three were taken to hospital by paramedics for check-ups but it was not thought their injuries were serious.

The volunteer RNLI lifeboat crew from Little & Broad Haven was tasked by HM Coastguard at 4.30pm and carried out a sweep of Newgale to check for any other further casualties. St Davids RNLI lifeboat was also called but stood down on arrival. The Wales Air Ambulance helicopter also arrived at Newgale but was not required.

Stuart Penfold added: ‘We have seen a number of incidents where people have got into difficulty trying to rescue others in trouble in the sea. Often it is those who try to help who end up coming off worse.

‘We would always advise people to swim at lifeguarded beaches and report anyone in trouble to lifeguards, who are fully trained in how to deal with emergency situations.

‘We want people to enjoy the water over the school holidays but to make sure that they respect it – that’s why our charity has launched its annual Respect the Water campaign to help people stay safe at the coast.’

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Police ask motorists to avoid A44 trunk road due to heavy snowfall

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DYFED-POWYS POLICE have issued an appeal to motorists to avoid a 25 mile section of the A44 trunk road between Aberystwyth and Llangurig due to it being impassable due to heavy snowfall.

In a warning issued at 4am on their social media accounts the police said: “Please avoid the area and find alternative routes for your journey.”

Meanwhile, last night The Nags Head in Lampeter uploaded pictures of the snowy scenes in the area, and were encouraging customers to come in and sit next to their ‘nice warm fire’.

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Egg and farm shop to open at award-winning west Wales farm

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A SCHEME for a self-serve egg and farm shop at an award-winning 32,000-chicken Ceredigion farm, to allow it to receive a UK Shared Prosperity fund grant, has been approved by county planners.

Ben Edkins, of Edkins Eggs, Coed Farm, Cilcennin sought permission to site a self-serve farm shop on an existing yard area at the site.

A supporting letter submitted through agent Morgan & Flynn Architectural Services described it as “a more advanced version of an egg stand, with honesty box, which has been a staple for people producing eggs for centuries”.

It added: “This method of selling eggs has already proven to be a hit with communities in Ceredigion, given the success of the already established egg dispenser located in Aberystwyth town centre.”

Family-owned Edkins Eggs, which supplies multiple businesses across the area with eggs, including Aberaeron’s Y Seler, Hive, Harbourmaster, and Costcutters, has been awarded a grant to cover the cost of part of the proposal, on the condition that planning approval is granted, the statement added.

“The grant, which is a UK shared prosperity fund for the Mid Wales region as part of the ‘Cynnal Y Cardi Fund’ provided by Ceredigion County Council was granted in December 2023.

“For this grant to be claimed, it is required that planning permission is granted, the construction is completed and also the egg dispensers are implemented by December 2024. This gives the applicants a 12-month window from the point of the grant awarded to completion of proposal.”
The building itself will include a solar panel array providing the power for the egg dispensing unit and lighting, and it is hoped to create one extra job at 227-acre Coed Farm, home to 32,000 chickens producing free range eggs, 90 beef cattle and 200 sheep.

A green infrastructure statement by the agent added: “The creation of this building to house the self-serve farm shop to enhance the established family-owned business ‘Edkins Eggs’, which also has provisions to allow for other local companies producing items such as vegetables and honey to sell their products, will provide a facility for the local community to purchase locally produced goods directly from the supplier.

“This will not only provide an enhanced shopping experience in terms of being able to purchase directly from the farm, which could act as an educational benefit especially for children, but also provide the additional facility of a small-scale shop to the local area, whereas currently the community would either have to travel to the service centres of either Aberaeron or Felinfach.”

The application was conditionally approved under delegated powers.

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John Singer Sargent’s ‘Fashion & Swagger’ to light up the Torch

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IN an unparalleled celebration of one of the late 19th century’s most revered portrait artists, the Torch Theatre is set to host “John Singer Sargent – Fashion & Swagger” on Tuesday, 16 April, at 7:30 pm. This innovative exhibition, brought to life by Exhibition on Screen, delves into the remarkable artistry of John Singer Sargent, whose portraits are celebrated for their intricate depiction of his subjects’ persona, attire, and the subtleties of their presentation.

The event promises an insightful exploration of Sargent’s influence on modern art, culture, and fashion, featuring interviews with a diverse group of curators, contemporary fashion icons, and style influencers. Filmed at prestigious venues like the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston and Tate Britain in London, the exhibition unveils Sargent’s extraordinary ability to capture the essence of his subjects’ identities, social standings, and the complexities of gender through his art during a pivotal time of cultural transformation.

Phil Grabsky, one of the producers behind this compelling film, shared his enthusiasm for spotlighting Sargent’s genius, stating, “As filmmakers, both director David Bickerstaff and I have been thrilled to make this film about Sargent, someone I consider a truly astounding artist.” Grabsky further reflected on the curious case of Sargent’s fading recognition despite his once-celebrated status and affirmed Exhibition on Screen’s commitment to revitalizing interest in artists who deserve renewed attention.

The exhibition promises a fascinating juxtaposition of over 50 of Sargent’s paintings with authentic items of clothing and accessories donned by his subjects, offering audiences a unique passage into the artist’s creative realm. It underscores how Sargent’s subjects, often hailing from affluent backgrounds, entrusted him with their public images — a theme that resonates with the ongoing dialogue around the construction of identity in the public eye.

Tickets for “John Singer Sargent – Fashion & Swagger” are available for £13. Those interested can secure their spots by visiting www.torchtheatre.co.uk or contacting the Box Office at 01646 695267.

For further details and imagery, or to arrange press inquiries, please reach out to Anwen Francis (Marketing, Press & Communications) via email at [email protected] or phone at 07854 772640.

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