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Archbishop of Wales to launch new publications on railways

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2 years ago

March 16, 2024

THE Archbishop of Wales, the Most Rev Andy John, will inaugurate the launch of two seminal books focused on the railways of Mid Wales. This event is slated to take place in Tywyn on Saturday, the 23rd of March.

The forthcoming book, titled Reverend Enthusiasts, represents the third instalment in the Talyllyn Railway Recollections series, published by Mortons Books. Authored by Nigel Adams in collaboration with fellow volunteer at Talyllyn Railway, Bob Cambridge, the book explores the clergy’s enduring affection for railways.

In addition to this, Nigel Adams is set to unveil another volume, The Fairbourne Railway Recollections, concurrently. A retired Anglican priest, Adams previously ministered in Coventry and has dedicated over four decades to volunteering at the Talyllyn Railway.

Both volumes are scheduled for their official release at the Narrow-Gauge Railway Museum situated within Tywyn Wharf station, commencing at 1:30 pm. The event will be graced by the Archbishop of Wales, who is not only a staunch advocate but also an honorary member of the Talyllyn Railway.

The Archbishop’s participation underscores the historical connection between the clergy and their passion for trains and railways, a legacy epitomised by the Rev W. V. Awdry. Awdry, renowned for creating Thomas the Tank Engine, also contributed as a volunteer guard on the Talyllyn Railway, marking himself as one of the pioneering clerical members of the Talyllyn Railway Preservation Society since 1952.

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Dinosaurs set to take over Milford Waterfront

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18 hours ago

May 5, 2026

Tom Sinclair

PREHISTORIC FUN COMES TO MILFORD HAVEN

DINOSAURS will be roaming Milford Waterfront later this month as Dinomania brings a day of prehistoric entertainment to the town.

The popular dinosaur attraction will take over the waterfront on Wednesday, May 27, with three interactive shows taking place throughout the afternoon.

Each show will last around 50 minutes and promises plenty of audience participation, prehistoric facts, and family-friendly fun.

Before the ticketed shows begin, visitors are being encouraged to keep an eye out around Milford Waterfront, where Dinomania’s dinosaurs will be out and about during a free walkabout performance between 10:30am and 11:30am.

The walkabout will give families the chance to see the dinosaurs up close and enjoy some entertainment around the waterfront before the main shows get underway.

Milford Waterfront said: “Dinomania will be taking over Milford Waterfront on Wednesday, May 27, with three exciting shows taking place throughout the afternoon.

“Each show lasts approximately 50 minutes and is packed with interactive moments and prehistoric fun.”

Tickets can be booked through the Milford Waterfront website.

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Hubberston Girls exhibition launches new space at Waterfront Gallery

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21 hours ago

May 5, 2026

Tom Sinclair

A NEW exhibition exploring memories of growing up on a council estate has opened at the Waterfront Gallery in Milford Haven.

Artist Lynn Stuart is launching the gallery’s new exhibition space with her solo show, Hubberston Girls, which runs until Saturday, May 30.

The exhibition features a deeply personal series of works drawn and painted on brown paper. The material was chosen for its connection to everyday memories, including lunch bags and magazines wrapped in paper.

Once oiled, the paper becomes semi-transparent, allowing paint to be applied to the reverse and creating layered, intimate images.

The Waterfront Gallery is extending its opening hours for the exhibition and will be open Monday to Saturday, from 10:30am to 4:00pm.

A private view will be held on Thursday, May 14, from 3:00pm to 6:00pm, and all are welcome.

The gallery is based in the Old Sail Loft on Discovery Quay, Milford Waterfront, Milford Haven. It is one of south west Wales’s leading art galleries, a registered charity, and home to the Wales Contemporary annual competition.

The gallery is run by artist volunteers who exhibit there regularly.

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Dinosaur adventure stomps into Milford Haven

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23 hours ago

May 5, 2026

Tom Sinclair

A FAMILY dinosaur show 65 million years in the making is heading to Milford Haven this summer.

Dinosaur Adventure Live: Danger on T-Rex Mountain will headline the Torch Theatre on Thursday, July 30.

The interactive stage show promises storytelling, puppetry, humour and science as young audiences join a team of rangers on a mission to recover a data crystal, restore power to the island and save the dinosaurs.

Children will be encouraged to stomp, roar and swish their tails as they meet baby dinosaurs, learn “Dino-Facts” and come face-to-face with a roaring T-Rex.

Created by Mike Newman, the producer behind Exciting Science, the show is now in its fifth year and is aimed at families with children aged four and over.