Community

Martletwy County Councillor moves to Park Authority Chair

Published

3 years ago

June 19, 2022

CLLR DI CLEMENTS was voted in as the new Chair of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority at its Annual General Meeting on 15 June.

Cllr Clements, who served as Deputy Chair from 2019, takes over the role from Cllr Paul Harries, who had served as Chairman for the past three years.

The new Deputy Chair is Dr Rachael Heath-Davies who has been a Welsh Government-appointed Member of the Authority since 2017.

Cllr Clements said: “I am delighted to have been elected Chair of the Authority and will draw on my varied background as a resident, county councillor, farmer, tourism business owner and community volunteer to help promote the work of the Park Authority and uphold the purposes of the National Park.

“I would like to thank Cllr Harries for all his hard work over the past few years. Serving as Deputy Chair alongside him has provided me with invaluable experience that I will no doubt draw upon during my time in the Chair.

“Having successfully navigated through the past few turbulent years, I am confident that both the National Park and the Authority have bright futures ahead and look forward to working with my fellow Members and staff to deliver on the newly focused priorities of conservation, climate, connection and communities.”

Cllr Clements has for more than 30 years lived and worked on the family-run dairy farm, which includes redundant farm buildings that have been converted to provide visitor accommodation. She previously served as a First Milk Council Member and worked for local MP Simon Hart.

Cllr Di Clements, the new Chair of Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority, is pictured with Chief Executive Tegryn Jones.

Cllr Clements, who has two adult children, has been a National Park Authority Member since she was elected to Pembrokeshire County Council in 2017, as is also a Board Member of Visit Pembrokeshire.

New Members attending a National Park Authority meeting for the first time having recently been appointed by Pembrokeshire County Council were: Cllr Rhys Jordan, Cllr Chris Williams, Cllr Sam Skyrme-Blackhall, Cllr Steve Alderman and Cllr Michele Higgins. Cllr Simon Hancock returns to the Authority, having held the role of Chairman during his previous period as a Member.

Community

Annual charity carol service raises funds for good causes

Published

19 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

Published

19 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.

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

Community

Special delivery of thanks as MP visits Haverfordwest sorting office

Published

2 days 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).