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Take your place at the Welsh Dragonboat Championships

Published

10 years ago

March 7, 2016

FIerce Competition: The day sees teams of 17 compete on the water

THIS COMING May 29, Llys y Fran Country Park will once again be transformed as the Welsh Dragonboat Championships will hit Pembrokeshire for the third time. Organised by Narberth & Whitland Rotary Club, the primary event purpose is to fundraise for the local and Welsh Charities this year they are looking to support Life Opportunities for Young people as our theme.

The Dragonboat event involves teams of 17 participants per team, including a ceremonial drummer at the helm. There will be a number of races throughout the day, until the winners are crowned Dragonboat Champions 2016. The event race, however, isn’t the only entertainment planned on the day. As this takes place on Whitsun Bank Holiday weekend, the organisers were keen to create an inclusive, family-orientated experience with something for everyone. There will be a number of family entertainment areas – including bouncy castles and free children’s rides sponsored by local businesses. There will also be free camping for two nights at Llys-y-fran. A host of catering and beverage facilities offering hot and cold foods, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, and much more besides will also compliment the site.

Mary Adams of Narberth & Whitland Rotary Club commented: ‘This is now one of Pembrokeshire’s premier events and we are delighted with the success of the event raising more than £20,000 for charities in Pembrokeshire and Wales.

“Narberth and Whitland Rotary Club are pleased that this event is now firmly established in Pembrokeshire’s annual events calendar and raising money for worthwhile causes.

“Our primary objective is to make it a ‘Bank Holiday Bonanza’ event. It is for this reason that we wanted to ensure that this was a fully inclusive day out- a showcase event with people having a fun day out, all with the common goal of fundraising for our beloved charities.

“We welcome families and all walks of life to come out and support the event, and to continue to drive Pembrokeshire as Wales’ leading county when it comes to fundraising for Welsh beneficiaries. It promises to be a fun-filled family day out for fantastic causes. Let’s just hope the sun shines on Llys y Fran that day!”

The event is being hosted at Llys y Fran Country Park in Pembrokeshire – the magnificent 350-acre park site at the heart of the county, which boasts a 212-acre reservoir on which the race itself will take place. The park – popular with ramblers, cyclists, water sports and fishing enthusiasts – itself boasts a family-friendly restaurant, gift shop and a vast outdoor adventure centre.

Entries for the event are now open and with several teams already signed up, it is already promising to be another tremendous occasion.

To find out more about the Welsh Dragonboat Championship and information on how to enter the various competitions associated with the event (including a weekend family break and fishing vouchers) find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/welshdragonboatchampionship

Alternately, contact event organiser Steve Lewis by email [email protected] or telephone 07932798910.

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Community gathers to remember Corrina Baker

Published

5 hours ago

December 17, 2025

Tom Sinclair

Lanterns and balloons released in emotional acts of remembrance

FAMILY, friends and members of the local community came together to remember Corrina Baker at a series of moving events held across west Wales this week.

Corrina’s funeral took place on Monday (Dec 15), a month after her death, with a public service held at St Mary’s Church. Mourners lined the route as her coffin was carried on its final journey in an elegant horse-drawn carriage, before a private cremation later took place at Parc Gwyn crematorium in Narberth.

Later that evening, shortly after 6:00pm, friends and relatives gathered at the Quayside in Cardigan for the first of two acts of remembrance to celebrate her life. Lanterns were lit and released into the night sky above the town as some of Corrina’s favourite songs were played.

On Tuesday afternoon (Dec 16), a second tribute was held near the location where Corrina was found. Twenty-one pink balloons — one for each year of her life — were released into a clear blue sky, each carrying personal messages in her memory.

Floral tributes continue to be laid at the Netpool, while a GoFundMe appeal set up in Corrina’s memory has raised more than £2,300. She has been described by those who knew her as “funny and bright”.

Dyfed-Powys Police have confirmed that their investigation into the circumstances surrounding Ms Baker’s death is ongoing. A 29-year-old man who was arrested on suspicion of murder has been released on bail while inquiries continue.

(Photos: Stuart Ladd/Herald)

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Six untaxed vehicles seized in Milford Haven police operation

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6 hours ago

December 17, 2025

Tom Sinclair

SIX untaxed and abandoned vehicles were seized during a joint roads policing operation in Milford Haven on Tuesday morning.

Officers from the Milford Haven Neighbourhood Policing and Prevention Team (NPPT) worked alongside the Pembrokeshire Roads Policing Team as part of targeted enforcement across the town.

In addition to the vehicle seizures, a number of traffic offence reports were issued to drivers during the operation.

Police said the action formed part of ongoing efforts to improve road safety and tackle vehicle-related offences in the Milford Haven area.

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Candlelit carol service brings community together in Milford Haven

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6 hours ago

December 17, 2025

Tom Sinclair

ST KATHARINE and St Peter’s Church in Milford Haven hosted its annual Candlelit Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols, bringing together members of the community for a traditional celebration of Christmas.

The service featured readings from the Mayor of Milford Haven, representatives of the Soroptimists, Milford Haven Amateur Operatic Society, the Headteacher and Head Prefects of Milford Haven School, Milford Haven Town Band, and NCI Wooltack Point.

Music for the evening was provided by organist Seimon Morris, Milford Haven Town Band and the Milford Haven Cluster Band, whose performances added to the atmosphere of the candlelit service.

The Friends of St Katharine and St Peter’s Church thanked all those involved and wished the community a happy Christmas.