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Tenby: St Catherine’s Island to close at end of month

Published

9 years ago

August 12, 2016

St_Catherine's_Fort_Front,_Tenby_From_On_The_Island ST CATHERINE’S ISLAND, located just off Castle Beach in Tenby, is set to close at the end of this month it has been announced. In a Facebook post from the Tenby Island Project, who were responsible for re-opening the island, it was said that the island now faces an “uncertain future”.

Since opening in November 2013 it has been a popular tourist destination, and was recently used as a filming location for the BBC show Sherlock.

The post on the Facebook page said: “This important post is neither something we could have predicted or could have foreseen in the last five years of working towards releasing the Islands potential. It has now been confirmed that the Island and fort will once again close its gate to the public, as it unfortunately faces an uncertain future. Our final day of opening to the public will be Saturday 27th August 2016.

“All the team here on the Island thank you all for your support that you have shown and appreciate this may come as shocking news but please be aware we cannot be drawn further on the subject until the official announcement has been made.

“We simply wish to provide as much warning as possible for those who wish to visit the Island prior to the gates close once again. Opening times will continue to be published here on our page for the next two weeks until closure each Friday AM.”

Since re-opening, the island has struggled with planning applications which were submitted in hopes of expanding the facilities.

The first application, submitted by Pete Prosser, was turned down by the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority and an appeal was also dismissed after a three-day hearing.

Once the required surveying was carried out, Mr Prosser then re-submitted a new application which was granted.

However, the application came with conditions which Mr. Prosser appealed, which lead to a new set of conditions being applied. This included a submission within three months to the local planning authority of timetables and schemes for the draining and lighting schemes, as well as classifying the development as “a visitor attraction limited to an exhibition hall”.

Community

Community gathers to remember Corrina Baker

Published

11 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

Published

11 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

12 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.