Pupils bid farewell to Stepaside school

Published

9 years ago

August 11, 2016

Pupils with 100% attendance: With Headteacher Mr Harries

AT THE END of another academic year, Stepaside CP School pupils and staff waved goodbye to their Year Six leavers this week.

During the assembly on Tuesday morning (Jul 19), Mr Harries wished the children every success as they move on to secondary school.

Jim Ball and Lionel Allen from Saundersfoot Rotary Club came to present the Year Six leavers with picture dictionaries.

Staff and pupils wish to express their sincere thanks to Mr Merriman, who is retiring after 25 years of teaching at Stepaside CP School.

A special assembly was held in his honour last week and he was presented with Vincent Davies vouchers from a collection made by staff, governors and pupils past and present.

Pupils throughout the school were also presented with trophies recognising their academic work and also their contribution to the school community through the school council, music and sport.

Mr Harries commented: “Attendance is very important to us at Stepaside CP School and this year we have exceeded our target of 95%.

“We are delighted that so many pupils achieved 100% attendance this term and that we have seen an increase in the number of pupils who achieved 100% attendance for the whole year.

“Excellent attendance allows our pupils to achieve their full potential. We hope to be able to share our good practice in the area of attendance with other schools during the next year.”

Narbelles WI support Food Bank with festive donation

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5 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)