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A night to remember at the PAVS Pembrokeshire Volunteering Awards 2023

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PEMBROKESHIRE volunteers were celebrated at a gala dinner and awards ceremony held on November 16 at The Queen’s Hall Narberth.  The event was organised by PAVS and kindly supported by South Hook LNG as part of their ongoing commitment to local community projects.

The venue was beautifully laid out and decorated by a team from the Queen’s Hall supported by PAVS staff. Approximately 100 volunteers and their guests were treated to a delicious meal cooked by Block and Barrel, then entertained by the very talented, Serendipity Community Choir, who gave a wonderful performance.

There were seven categories of awards, and the standard of nominations was very high again this year – making it very hard for the judges. Sue Leonard, Chief Officer of PAVS, spoke about each of the finalists and the extraordinary contribution their volunteering makes to local communities.   Mariam Dalziel, South Hook LNG’s PR Manager, commented “Congratulations to PAVS and all of those nominated – what a wonderful evening!. These Awards celebrate the tremendous efforts of volunteers across our County and at South Hook, we are pleased to be continuing our support of such a positive event.”

Each award was presented by a special guest presenter and following the presentation of each award, the winners were interviewed by Toby Ellis of Pure West Radio and told him their volunteering stories.  These uplifting, touching stories can be listened to on their ‘catch up’ page on the website. Anyone who wants to watch the Awards can do so here https://connectpembrokeshire.org.uk/pavs-volunteer-of-the-year-awards-2023

For more information about volunteering in Pembrokeshire contact [email protected] or phone PAVS on 01437 769722 or visit the website https://www.pavs.org.uk/help-for-people/volunteering/

The finalists were as follows:

Young volunteer (under 25)

  • Winner: Molly Evans Megan’s Starr Foundation
  • Highly Commended – Finley Turner Milford Youth Matters
  • Commended – Henry (Tashi) Dorji Plant Dewi
  • Presented by: Cllr Delme Harries

Mike Beckett Award (youth group aged under 25)

  • Winners – Megan’s Starr Foundation Young Volunteers
  • Highly Commended – Newport Library Young Volunteers (Emily and Neve)
  • Commended – Paul Sartori Oral History Project Young Volunteers
  • Presented by: Gwen Beckett

Trustee/ Board Award

  • Winners:  SwimNarberth Trustees – Chris Walters (Chairman) & Martin James (Deputy Chairman)
  • Highly Commended:  Cathy Davies – SPAN Arts
  • Commended: South Ridgeway Community Association Trustees
  • Presented by: Jayne Tucker Trustee of PAVS

Long Service Award

  • Winner: Elizabeth Rogers  – The Queens Hall Narberth
  • Commended:
  • Bob Elliott – Hywel Dda University Health Board
  • Debbie Watson – Hywel Dda University Health Board
  • Kay Macken – Age Cymru Dyfed
  • Margaret Povey – Age Cymru Dyfed
  • Presented by: Sue Leonard – Chief Officer PAVS

Mary Sigley Award

  • Winner: Christopher McEwen – Pembroke and Pembroke Dock Boxing Club
  • Highly Commended:  Bill Towler – The Mount Community Centre
  • Commended: Brenda Saunders – Volunteering Matters
  • Presented by: Mathew Rickard, Pure West Radio

Individual Over 25

  • Winner: Ieuan Matthews – Sandy Bear Children’s Bereavement Charity
  • Highly Commended:  Bill Towler – The Mount Community Centre
  • Brenda Saunders – Volunteering Matters
  • Commended – 
  • James Puttock – Pembrokeshire FRAME
  • Nicola Harteveld – Megan’s Starr Foundation
  • Presented by: Meurig Raymond (High Sheriff of Dyfed)

Group Over 25

  • Winner: Dinas Cross Wellbeing HUB
  • Highly Commended:
  • ASD Family Help – Pembrokeshire Volunteers
  • and
  • The Mount Community Centre Volunteers Bill Towler, Natty Towler, Camilla Louise Hardy and Caroline Jenkins
  • Presented by: Mariam Dalziel, and Abi Clarkson South Hook LNG 

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Cresswell Quay conservation consultation launch backed

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A PUBLIC consultation is to be held on potentially making one of south Pembrokeshire’s most scenic estuarial villages, home to a CAMRA award-winning pub, a conservation area.

At the July 24 meeting of Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, members backed a public consultation being launched for potentially designating Cresswell Quay as a Conservation Area.

Cresswell Quay, home to the Cresselly Arms, is “one of the most scenic villages within the National Park and is highly significant as a very early coal port, retaining several buildings of architectural importance,” a report for members stated.

There are some 500 conservation areas, defined as “areas of special architectural or historic interest, the character of which it is desirable to preserve or enhance” across Wales, 14 in the national park.

The report for Park members added: “The designation of a conservation area at Cresswell Quay would recognise the special architectural and historic interest of the village and would ensure that future development either preserves or enhances the character and appearance of the conservation area.

“The designation would introduce controls over the demolition of buildings which would require conservation area consent and affords greater protection of works to trees. Officers consider that part of the special interest of Cresswell Quay is the relationship between the village, the estuary and its wooded setting, which is unusual in a Pembrokeshire context.”

The consultation on the conservation status has been backed, rather than simply be designated in-house as Cresswell Quay is the home of the Buildings Conservation Officer; the consultation being launched “to avoid any potential conflict of interest or wider public misconception”.

It will be undertaken by Linda Jones of Babb Architects, Whitland and Emily Holder, Conservation Assistant, supported by members of the Strategic Policy team.

Initial engagement with key landowners and the three community councils of the area has already taken place, and a public drop-in event is expected to take place in early August.

Further information on the consultation will also promoted at events including the Pembrokeshire County Show and Martletwy Show.

At the national park meeting, member Cllr Simon Hancock expressed his surprise the ‘Quay was not already in a conservation area.

The eight-week consultation is expected to be launched on July 29, finishing on September 23.

Earlier this year the Cresselly Arms won the CAMRA (Campaign for Real Ale) pub of the year award for the whole of Wales.

The Cresselly Arms averaged 89 points out of a maximum 120 after surveys were conducted across the country by members of other branches.

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Public reminded to stay away from Ward’s Yard and Criterion Quay

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THE PORT of Milford Haven is reminding members of the public to stay away from Ward’s Yard in Milford Haven and Criterion Quay (sometimes known as the offshore jetty) in Pembroke Dock due to concerns over public safety. 

Despite significant security measures, people continue to access the sites illegally, ignoring and sometimes damaging the onsite signage and fences.

Niall Yeomans, Head of Health, Safety and Security at the Port of Milford Haven said: “Safety is our key priority. Members of the public are continuously putting themselves and members of our team at risk of serious harm by trespassing in these areas.”

“Both Ward’s Yard and Criterion Quay are unsafe for public access. They are isolated areas next to deep water and are susceptible to slips, trips and falls.”

Both sites are owned by the Port of Milford Haven and are private property. Anyone found onsite without consent is trespassing, and any criminal damage could result in prosecution.  

Anyone who sees any suspicious activity at Ward’s Yard or Criterion Quay is asked to contact Dyfed Powys Police on 101 urgently.

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Port sponsors water safety programme for Pembrokeshire pupils

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OVER 200 children from coastal schools in Pembrokeshire have learnt important water safety skills in a project sponsored by the Port of Milford Haven.

Dale-based water sports provider, Windswept CIC, has been running the Swim Safe programme for Year 5 and 6 pupils from St Francis Catholic Primary School, Milford Haven Community Primary School, Neyland Community School, Broad Haven Primary School and Cleddau Reach School over the past few months. Swim Safe was started by the RNLI and Swim England and consists of a teacher-led school session with materials and lesson plans provided, followed by a beach session covering a wide range of topics including what to do in an emergency situation, survival techniques and recognising risks associated with water.

Director of Windswept, Sarah Bagley, said “This is our second season conducting Swim Safe training to schools in Pembrokeshire, supported by the Port of Milford Haven. Swim Safe is such a great initiative and is so important for all young children to equip them with life saving skills prior to the summer holidays. We’d like to thank the Port of Milford Haven once again for supporting this great cause!”

Sara Richards, PR and Communications Executive at the Port of Milford Haven, attended a session with Cleddau Reach School from Llangwm and commented “Living near the sea means it’s vital that young people know what to do in an emergency and are aware of the risks associated with the water. We want everyone to enjoy the coastline as much as possible this summer armed with the safety tips that they will have learnt with Windswept.”

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