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B&Q to launch closure sale

Published

10 years ago

March 15, 2016

Soon to close: B&Q Pembroke Dock (pictured) and Cardigan branch

WEST WALES shoppers are set to take advantage of acrossthe- range bargains following the announcement that B&Q will be closing its Cardigan site in May 2016.

From March 7, both Cardigan and Pembroke Dock stores will unveil their closing down sale, where customers will have the opportunity to take advantage of some extra special offers. The sale will end and the store will close on May 28, 2016.

Throughout this period customers at Cardigan and Pembroke Dock will continue to receive the great shopping experience and specialist advice they are accustomed to, however some B&Q services and products will no longer be available, including Click and Collect.

Following the closure of the store, the UK’s leading home improvement and garden living retailer will continue to serve customers at B&Q Carmarthen, which provides the great choice of products for which B&Q is known.

Any customers wishing to purchase kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms, or wanting to purchase from Tradepoint or use the click and collect service, B&Q club or Diamond club cards, will be best served at this store or by visiting diy.com.

Speaking after the announcement that the Pembroke Dock store would close, the town’s Mayor Peter Kraus said: “It is with much regret to inform everyone that B&Q will cease trading soon.

“Another closure in Pembroke Dock and yes a DIY Store at that, they have been a huge help to all the builders, gardeners and many others. They have been a great help to me when painting Hobbs Point and they will be greatly missed.

“The store always seemed to be busy so why pick on this one? All the staff are so helpful at all times. We all get so used to these stores and then they are gone, especially when then were open seven days a week.”

A B&Q spokesperson commented: “We have let colleagues at our Pembroke Dock store know that their store is one of those planned for closure in the next financial year (2016/17).

“Our focus for the coming months is on redeploying as many colleagues as we can within B&Q and the Kingfisher Group.”

Community

Community gathers to remember Corrina Baker

Published

3 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)

Community

Six untaxed vehicles seized in Milford Haven police operation

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3 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.

Community

Candlelit carol service brings community together in Milford Haven

Published

4 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.