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Angle joins the world in celebrating Sea Sunday

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11 years ago

July 31, 2014

THE VILLAGE of Angle was among churches and communities from all over the world which came together on Sea Sunday in a campaign to remember seafarers and pray for them, their families and those who support them. As well as raising money to help those who work at sea, the day was celebrated with services, parades and ship blessings. Angle’s celebration on Sunday (July 13) took the form of a service, led by Rev Geoffrey Howell, Team Vicar for the Monkton Rectorial Benefice, with the Port Chaplain for The Mission to Seafarers, the Rev Steve Traynar. It began at the small 15th century Seamen’s Chapel of St Anthony in the grounds of St Maryís Church, Angle. Afterwards, the congregation of local residents and visitors made their way to RNLI Angle lifeboat station. There, the service continued in the crew room, with its spectacular views over the Milford Haven Waterway. The Rev Howell continued the service and provided musical accompaniment for the hymns. Particularly poignant was the singing of the Seafarersí hymn, ëEternal Father, Strong to Saveí, during which a collection was taken in aid of The Mission to Seafarers and the RNLI. The Rev Traynar gave the address, during which he spoke of the work of The Mission to Seafarers’ teams of caring chaplains and volunteers all over the world. They work tirelessly to bring help, hope and a safe haven for sick, lonely exhausted and troubled seafarers of all ranks, nationalities and beliefs in over 260 ports in 71 countries. He told of his own work as Port Chaplain, visiting oil and gas tankers on the Milford Haven Waterway, bringing vital support and care and assistance to seafarers on board, those injured or who fall sick and are admitted to hospital locally, and of the welcome given to merchant crews from all the world at the charityís Milford Haven International Seafarers Centre in Robert Street. RNLI Angle’s Lifeboat Operations Manager, John Allen-Mirehouse, welcomed everyone to the lifeboat station, and spoke of the work of its all-weather and inshore lifeboats, which provide a 24-hour search and rescue service 365 days of the year. The Angle station, which was founded in 1868, is one of 237 RNLI lifeboat stations around the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland The charity is independent from Government and relies on voluntary contributions and gifts in wills for its income. After the service, visitors were able to tour the station’s all-weather state-of the-art Tamar class lifeboat, Peter and Lesley-Jane Nicholson. She is on relief duty at Angle, while its own Tamar lifeboat, Mark Mason, is away undergoing modifications.

Community

Annual charity carol service raises funds for good causes

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10 hours 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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11 hours 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.

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Festive fundraising: Fun runners from the Castle Inn, Pembroke, pictured supporting the 3 Amigos Christmas toy bike run (Pic: Martin Cavaney/Herald)

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Special delivery of thanks as MP visits Haverfordwest sorting office

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1 day ago

December 12, 2025

Tom Sinclair

Christmas cheer for posties working through the festive rush

A CHRISTMAS message of thanks was delivered in person this week as Preseli Pembrokeshire MP Henry Tufnell paid a visit to Royal Mail staff at Haverfordwest Sorting Office.

The MP met postal workers during one of the busiest periods of the year, praising staff for their hard work in ensuring cards, parcels and gifts reach homes across Pembrokeshire in the run-up to Christmas.

Mr Tufnell said postal workers were going “above and beyond” throughout the year, but particularly during the festive period when demand is at its highest and delivery rounds are often made in challenging weather conditions.

He described postal staff as “unsung heroes”, highlighting their role in keeping communities connected and helping families stay in touch at a time when it matters most.

Speaking after the visit, Mr Tufnell said: “Our posties play a vital role in our community, and at Christmas that importance is felt more than ever. They work incredibly hard to make sure gifts and cards from loved ones arrive safely and on time.”

Staff at the Haverfordwest site were pictured alongside the MP, with some embracing the festive spirit in Christmas jumpers and seasonal outfits while continuing their daily work.

The MP also extended his thanks to postal workers across the whole of Pembrokeshire, acknowledging the dedication required to keep services running smoothly during the seasonal rush.

Royal Mail experiences its highest parcel volumes in December, with thousands of additional items passing through local sorting offices each day as Christmas approaches.

Delivering Christmas cheer: Henry Tufnell MP with staff at Haverfordwest Sorting Office during a festive visit (Pic: Facebook).