MILFORD HAVEN is set to honour the fallen with a series of events in connection with the annual Remembrance period this November.

Organised by Milford Haven Town Council, the events will include several services and moments of reflection to commemorate those who served and sacrificed during conflicts.

The remembrance events will begin on Sunday, 3rd November 2024, with a Dedication Service at the Memorial Gardens. The service will commence at 10:30am, with the main ceremony at 11:00am. Crosses will be placed in a special area in front of the First World War Memorial Plaque following the service.

The Annual Remembrance Day Service will take place on Sunday, 10th November 2024, at 11:00am at the Cenotaph on Hamilton Terrace. A parade will assemble at the Town Hall at 10:30am, stepping off at 10:45am, before proceeding to the Cenotaph for the service.

On Monday, 11th November 2024, members of the Royal British Legion will lead a two-minute silence at 11:00am to mark the Eleventh Hour of the Eleventh Day of the Eleventh Month. The gathering will take place outside Milford News/Best One on Charles Street, with participants assembling at 10:45am.

These solemn events provide an opportunity for the community of Milford Haven to come together in remembrance and respect for those who have given their lives in service.

IN a bid to raise funds for Prostate Cymru and the community’s access defibrillator fund, the Milford Haven Business Circle is hosting a Halloween Market and a Medium & Music Night this October 31st, promising an array of activities for all ages.

The Halloween Market will kick off at the Pill Social Centre from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Attendees can look forward to a variety of stalls showcasing local crafts, delightful treats, and unique gifts, perfect for the festive season.

As dusk falls, the focus shifts to the Milford Haven RFC, where the Medium & Music Night will commence at 6:30 PM. Tickets are available for £5 per person and can be purchased online or at the door. The evening will feature Nathan Roberts, a gifted medium who will offer spiritual insights, and Chris Didcote, whose musical prowess is set to provide an enchanting backdrop.

Jaimie Gurney, Secretary of the Milford Haven Business Circle and a local photographer, expressed the importance of the events: “All proceeds will aid vital medical research and ensure our community is equipped to handle medical emergencies. We are counting on the generous support of local media, businesses, and individuals to help promote these worthy causes.”

The community is encouraged to support by sharing event posters, spreading the word, and participating in what promises to be a memorable day for a noble cause.

Halloween Market

• Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Location: Pill Social Centre, Milford Haven

The Halloween Market will feature a delightful array of festive goods and activities for the whole family. All stalls will be local, offering a diverse range of products including handmade crafts, delicious treats, and unique gifts.

Medium & Music Night

• Time: 6:30 PM onwards
• Location: Milford Haven RFC
• Ticket Price: £5 per person (available to book at HERE or at the door)

IN a heartfelt plea, Ros, the widow of lifelong motorcycle enthusiast Mark, has reached out to the local biking community to join her in a final ride to honour her late husband, who passed away unexpectedly after a short illness.

Mark, a passionate biker since the age of 16, spent much of his life restoring and riding motorcycles. He and Ros recently returned to their homeland of Wales after living in East Anglia for many years, hoping to enjoy a long and happy retirement together. Sadly, their plans were cut short when Mark became too ill to ride just two weeks after getting his bikes back on the road.

Mark’s love for motorcycles began in his youth, with many fond memories of touring with Ros on their Suzuki Bandit. Recently, his passion turned to restoring Moto Guzzis. “He was an ordinary guy who loved to ride and restore motorcycles,” Ros shared, adding that they had shared countless rides together, braving the elements and learning just how ineffective waterproof leathers could be on long trips.

Mark’s funeral is scheduled for the morning of Saturday, October 19. As a tribute to their shared memories of the Suzuki Bandit days, Ros has hired a Hayabusa hearse to take Mark on his final ride from their home near Cresswell Quay to Narberth Crematorium. Ros will ride pillion on the hearse, accompanying Mark on his last journey.

Ros is asking fellow bikers to join them for Mark’s final ride, creating the roar of motorcycles that Mark loved so much. “Please, if any of you can make it, I would love as many fellow bikers to ride with us on Mark’s final ride – and to make enough noise so he can hear us as he travels on down the road to the next world,” she said.

The cortege will leave their home at around 10:30am., heading first to Cresswell Quay, where the couple shared many happy bike nights with friends. Bikers are encouraged to meet there and join the ride, which will proceed to Narberth Crematorium, where the funeral directors, Rossiters, have requested an arrival by 11:15am.

After the service, Ros plans to return to the Cresselly Arms to celebrate Mark’s life in one of his favourite places. “I will be streaming tears of joy as well as sadness as we see him off on his final journey,” she said.

Ros’s appeal to the biking community is a touching reminder of the strong bond shared by those who ride. It’s clear that Mark’s passion for motorcycles and the camaraderie he found on the road will live on in the memories of those who join him for this final ride.

For those who wish to pay tribute to Mark, your presence on this special day would be greatly appreciated.