Young musicians from Sinfonia Cymru will perform at Narberth Scout Hut as part of SPAN Arts’ Cymuned tour

SPAN ARTS is inviting the community to enjoy a free live performance by Sinfonia Cymru on Saturday (June 6).

The concert will feature a quintet of strings and piano, bringing professional live music into the heart of Narberth for audiences of all ages.

Sinfonia Cymru, described as Wales’ orchestra of young talent, is made up of dynamic professional musicians aged under 30. The organisation supports young musicians from Wales and around the world as they begin their professional careers.

The ensemble performs classical music, new compositions and collaborations with musicians from other genres, with a focus on bringing high-quality music to places where audiences feel at home.

The free hour-long concert will take place at Narberth Scout Hut, just off Towns Moor car park, from 12:00pm to 1:00pm. Doors open at 11:30am, with refreshments and snacks available before the performance.

After the concert, audience members will be invited to meet the musicians and learn more about their instruments.

Tickets are free, but booking is advised via span-arts.org.uk/whats-on.

Event details

Event: Sinfonia Cymru – Cymuned tour, followed by musician meet and greet
Tickets: Free, booking advised
Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026
Time: 12:00pm–1:00pm
Venue: The Scout Hut, Narberth, SA67 7UW

For more information, visit span-arts.org.uk or call 01834 869323.

MILFORD HAVEN businesses say they are concerned that continuing works connected to the former Motor World redevelopment are affecting footfall and trade in Charles Street.

The roadworks and planned closures are linked to the construction of new flats on the site of the old Motor World building, a long-awaited town centre redevelopment being delivered by W.B. Griffiths & Sons Ltd.

Milford Haven Business Circle said traders accepted the need for the works, but many had hoped for clearer communication about when closures would be in place, what the works involved, and how long disruption would last.

For some businesses along Charles Street, there is also concern that the impact is being felt beyond the official closure area, with customers potentially assuming shops and services are not accessible.

The Business Circle said the closures were expected to continue through to mid-July, and called for better support for traders during the disruption.

In a statement, the group said: “With the ongoing works and planned road closures on Charles Street continuing through to mid-July, many local businesses are understandably concerned about the impact this will have on footfall and trade.

“While W.B. Griffiths & Sons Ltd are carrying out the works, many businesses had hoped for clearer communication regarding the timings, nature of the works, and when closures would be in place.

“For several businesses along Charles Street, it also feels as though they are still suffering the effects of the closures despite being outside the officially closed area.”

The group said improved signage should be considered, including clearer directions, “Businesses Open As Usual” signs, and better promotion of access routes to encourage customers to continue visiting the street.

The former Motor World site has long been seen as a key regeneration location in Milford Haven town centre. The new flats are intended to bring the vacant site back into use and provide much-needed housing.

However, the Business Circle said more should be done to help existing traders during the construction period.

It added: “We fully appreciate the need for these works to be carried out, but we hope Pembrokeshire County Council may be able to provide additional support for businesses affected during this difficult period.”

The group also suggested that Cllr Paul Miller, who leads on economic development, business support and regeneration strategies, could help advocate for affected businesses.

Planned closure dates listed so far include May 27–29, June 4–5, June 12, June 15–16, June 19, June 22–23, June 29–July 1, July 3, and July 6–10.

Local businesses remain open and are urging residents to continue supporting Charles Street shops and services while the works continue.

The Herald has contacted Pembrokeshire County Council for comment.

DAILY coastal bus services have returned to Pembrokeshire for the summer, giving residents and visitors an easier way to explore the county’s coastline without relying on cars.

The seasonal services began operating on Friday (May 23) and will run daily until Saturday, September 27.

The Puffin Shuttle, service 400, operated by Richards Bros, links St Davids and Marloes, taking in Broad Haven, Little Haven, St Brides, Marloes and Martins Haven, the departure point for boat trips to Skomer Island.

The Strumble Shuttle, service 404, also operated by Richards Bros, follows the coast road between St Davids and Fishguard, with stops including Abereiddy, Porthgain and Strumble Head.

The Coastal Cruiser, services 387 and 388, operated by Pembrokeshire County Council around the Angle Peninsula, has also moved to its summer timetable.

The Celtic Coaster, service 403, operated by Sarah Bell, is running an enhanced half-hourly timetable around the St Davids Peninsula during half term, from May 23 to May 31, and again throughout July and August.

The services are delivered through the Pembrokeshire Greenways Partnership, with funding from Pembrokeshire County Council, the Welsh Government and the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority.

Councillor Rhys Sinnett, Cabinet Member for Residents Services, said: “Our coastal bus services are a key part of our local bus network, making it easy for both locals and visitors to get around the Pembrokeshire coast without having to use a car.”

Extra services will also be available in the Tenby area this summer.

The Tenby Coaster, operated by First Cymru, will return daily from Saturday, May 30, to Sunday, August 30, running between Tenby and Saundersfoot.

Service 351, operated by Taf Valley, will provide additional journeys between Kilgetty and Tenby from Saturday, July 18, to Monday, August 31, including a return journey on Sundays.

More information about these and other bus services serving the Pembrokeshire Coast will be available in the new 2026 Coastal Bus timetable booklet, which will be distributed through local libraries and information centres.

Copies can also be requested by emailing [email protected] or calling 01437 764551.

Timetables can be downloaded from Pembrokeshire County Council’s website.