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Morwenna is a ‘massive addition’ to the community

Published

9 years ago

February 27, 2017

[L to R]: Barry John MBE with Morwenna Pitkin of The VC Gallery

THE HERALD spoke to Morwenna Pitkin on Wednesday (Feb 15), who is part of the most recent addition at The VC Gallery.

Morwenna is a holistic therapist who is also qualified in bowen therapy, and has been offering treatments to those attending the VC Gallery on a weekly basis.

Speaking to The Herald, she said: “I first started training in 2013, and started training soldiers off my own back. I went to Barry in 2014 and went to an armed forces open day. I began reading people and their body positions when they were standing, and I approached them to ask if they wanted a free therapy session.

“I could see things in them that only their doctors knew, and I had to help.

“I ended up having two sergeants and another third soldier, and I treated them there and then.”

Morwenna says that she wanted to “give something back,” and feels that soldiers don’t get the help that they sometimes need, so took it upon herself to do something about it.

Originally from Aberporth, Morwenna came to Pembrokeshire after joining Healing Hands, and went on a Fab Camp where she helped families that were suffering familial military bereavements in Cornwall. She treated 30 children and 20 adults.

Founder of the VC Gallery, Barry John MBE, went to Porthcawl and spoke to somebody about hiring a person to deliver therapies to the people who attended the Gallery. Morwenna said: “Barry was looking for someone to do it and asked me. It’s only 45 minutes away, so I did it!”

When asked how important she thinks the therapies are, she said: “I think it’s very important. The therapies allow people to have their own space and talk about anything they want to. It’s something that allows people to offload their problems and walk about feeling better about themselves.

Holistic therapy: Morwenna conducts her therapy in a relaxing environment

“Since being at The VC Gallery, I’ve built up trust and connections with people, who are now regulars every week.”

Speaking about Morwenna, Barry John MBE said: “What she was brought to the Gallery is a diverse term of one to one engagement. We cover art and welfare, but she brings a new element to individuals with her holistic treatments.

“She gives people the chance to express themselves in other ways, besides what we give them. Morwenna being a part of the Gallery has been a massive addition to the community.”

He continued: “The beauty to her involvement is that she will engage and help the elderly veterans, physically disabled and also mentally disabled, with a kind and caring nature.”

“I’m very grateful for what she provides, and as The VC Gallery grows, I’m proud that she is a part of it.”

Community

Community gathers to remember Corrina Baker

Published

6 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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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.

Community

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.