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Pembrokeshire Football League season set to kick off

Published

1 year ago

August 9, 2024

AS the new Pembrokeshire League season looms large, football enthusiasts across the county are gearing up for what promises to be an action-packed campaign. Pre-season friendlies and cup competitions are already underway, setting the stage for an exciting few months of football.

One of the early highlights of the season will be the clash between Goodwick United and Clarbeston Road in the Jubilee Cup. This fixture, featuring two of last season’s standout teams, is expected to be a thrilling curtain-raiser, showcasing the best of local football talent.

Pennar Robins have been making headlines in the off-season with a flurry of new signings. The club, based at Bush Camp, has brought in several high-quality players, adding to the anticipation surrounding their upcoming campaign. Goodwick United, on the other hand, will be looking to defend their title, facing stiff competition from a restructured league that now welcomes five new teams into its ranks.

The league format for the 2024 season will see the top three divisions each comprising 12 teams, with each team playing a total of 22 league fixtures. Meanwhile, Divisions 4 and 5 are slightly larger, each with 14 teams, resulting in a 26-game season for those clubs.

Division 1 Teams:

Carew
Clarbeston Road
Goodwick United
Hakin United
Herbrandston
Kilgetty
Milford United
Monkton Swifts
Merlins Bridge
Pennar Robins
St Ishmaels
Tenby

Division 2 Teams:

Broad Haven
Camrose
Carew Reserves
Fishguard Sports
Hakin United Reserves
Johnston
Lawrenny
Merlins Bridge Reserves
Monkton Swifts Reserves
Narberth
Neyland
Solva

Division 3 Teams:

Clarbeston Road Reserves
Goodwick United Reserves
Haverfordwest Cricket Club
Kilgetty Reserves
Letterston
Neyland Reserves
Pembroke Boro
Pendine
St Clears
St Florence
St Ishmaels Reserves
New Hedges/Saundersfoot

Division 4 Teams:

Angle
Carew 3rds
Fishguard Sports Reserves
Hundleston
Johnston Reserves
Milford Athletic
Milford United Reserves
Monkton 3rds
Pembroke Boro Reserves
Pennar Robins Reserves
Prendergast Villa
St Ishmaels Reserves
Tenby Reserves
Newport

Division 5 Teams:

Broad Haven Reserves
Herbrandston Reserves
Haverfordwest Cricket Club Reserves
Hundleston Reserves
Kilgetty 3rds
Lawrenny Reserves
Letterston Reserves
Manorbier United
Milford Athletic Reserves
Milford United 3rds
Narberth Reserves
New Hedges/Saundersfoot Reserves
Solva Reserves
St Clears Reserves

With the first matches just around the corner, fans and players alike are eagerly anticipating what the 2024 season will bring. Will Goodwick United maintain their dominance, or will we see a new champion emerge? One thing is certain—the Pembrokeshire football season promises plenty of excitement, drama, and memorable moments. Let the games begin!

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

Published

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.