News

Pembroke Dock: Classic cars return

Published

8 years ago

July 29, 2016

006458-44689-800 THE HERITAGE FLYING BOAT CENTRE in Pembroke Dock are holding their Classic Car Show next Saturday (Aug 6) from 10am – 1pm.

There will be free admission to Classic Car Owners prior to joining the Quins Carnival driving through Pembroke Dock town to the Quins Rugby Field.

The Heritage Centre building had originally been a chapel, a garrison theatre, cinema and subsequently a motor museum which opened in July 1968 by Mr & Mrs Chester Smith with help of their son, John.

There were many cars on display including an impressive Lagonda Rapide Tourer. A Rolls Royce Hooper Limousine was regularly hired out for wedding hire driven by John at a cost of £10 including petrol.

Several of the cars on display were on loan, Chester’s own 1903 curved-dash Oldsmobile was regularly used by himself and his wife Phylis on the Brighton Run.

Refreshments were available from an annex, from the window of which there was a good view of the Sunderland flying-boat which was exhibited next to the museum building.

Chester, Phylis and son John became very well known in the area, where Johnny was often seen driving his Mini Moke around town.

Sadly he died in a car crash in Montpellier, France, in the early 70s and not long after Chester’s wife Phylis died.

Chester sold the motor museum in the 80s, unfortunately the new owner allowed the building to become derelict, thankfully it has been restored to its former glory and completed in 2008.

The Heritage and Sunderland Centre is now housed there, not a large museum but with many high quality exhibits, with helpful and informative staff.

For further details, please contact the Pembroke Dock Heritage Centre Manager, Stuart Berry, on 01646 684220.

Community

Tractor run lights up Pembrokeshire and raises funds for charity

Published

23 hours ago

December 21, 2024

Tom Sinclair

THE PEMBROKESHIRE ILLUMINATED TRACTOR RUN took place today (Dec 21), raising funds for two vital charities: the Catrin Vaughan Foundation and Wales Air Ambulance.

Starting at Clarbeston Road AFC at 6:00pm, the brightly lit convoy of nearly 200 tractors made its way through Withybush Hospital and Haverfordwest High Street before finishing at the Pembrokeshire County Showground.

The annual event has become a highlight of the festive calendar, drawing large crowds to witness the spectacle of tractors adorned with colourful lights and decorations.

Funds raised from the event will support the Catrin Vaughan Foundation, which provides crucial assistance to families facing hardship, and the Wales Air Ambulance, delivering life-saving emergency medical care across the region.

Organisers praised the dedication of local farmers and volunteers, whose commitment ensures the event’s continued success year after year.

(Image: Nia Marshall/Facebook)

Business

Ferry Terminal ‘extremely busy’ due to ongoing Holyhead closure

Published

1 day ago

December 21, 2024

Tom Sinclair

PEMBROKE DOCK Ferry Terminal has been experiencing significant congestion today as ferry services remain under immense pressure following the closure of Holyhead Port earlier this month.

The disruption, caused by storm damage, has rerouted ferry traffic through Pembrokeshire, leading to long queues and crowded facilities at the terminal.

The Herald can confirm that it has been very busy today with cars, lorries, and foot passengers queuing in large numbers. Staff are working tirelessly to manage the influx, directing vehicles and assisting passengers as they prepare to board the heavily booked ferries.

A spokesperson for the Port of Milford Haven said: “We are working closely with ferry operators and local authorities to ensure traffic flows as smoothly as possible, but the sheer volume of vehicles is causing unavoidable delays.”

Travelers are being urged to arrive early for their sailings and to remain patient as the terminal operates at full capacity.

Both Stena Line and Irish Ferries have increased capacity on their Pembrokeshire routes, deploying larger vessels, including the Stena Adventurer and the MV James Joyce, to handle the surge in demand.

From our position at the terminal, our photographer has captured photos showing long lines of vehicles, groups of foot passengers carrying luggage, and port staff coordinating efforts to ease congestion.

Authorities are advising non-essential travelers to consider rescheduling their journeys where possible and to monitor updates from ferry operators closely.

(Photos: Martin Cavaney/Herald)

Community

Festive celebrations at St Davids Cathedral this weekend

Published

1 day ago

December 21, 2024

Tom Sinclair

ST DAVIDS Cathedral is set to host two special events on Sunday (Dec 22), offering a blend of joyful participation and traditional carol singing to mark the Christmas season.

In the morning, families are invited to the Scratch Nativity at 11:00am. Attendees are encouraged to come dressed as wise men, angels, sheep, or shepherds and take part in an unrehearsed retelling of the Christmas story. Canon Leigh described the event as: “Complete, wonderful chaos for an hour… but with some poignant, thought-provoking moments to centre ourselves on the real meaning of Christmas.”

Later in the evening, the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols by Candlelight will take place at 7:00pm, featuring the Cathedral Choir. The event, steeped in tradition, will see the cathedral bathed in candlelight as carols and scripture readings fill the historic space.

Doors will open at 5:45pm for those seeking unreserved seating, and a large turnout is expected for this beloved Christmas celebration.