PLANS to build new homes on land behind a Pembrokeshire village’s fuel station have been submitted, but no affordable housing contribution is being offered.

In an application submitted to Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, Cardigan-based CAD Properties, through agent Harries Planning Design Management, seeks permission for a new residential development of four homes and an access road on land to the rear of Dinas Cross Service Station, Dinas Cross.

A supporting statement accompanying the application says: “The application site itself comprises a greenfield parcel of Grade 5 land, not considered best and most versatile. The site slopes gently to the north and is bound by hedgebanks and trees on all sides. The land is currently used for grazing. There are no known environmental or historical designations on site.

“This application seeks full approval for four dormer bungalows. The proposed dwellings will comprise four two-bedroom units. The proposal seeks to create a new access off Spring Hill, set back off the highway to allow for visibility. A simple linear layout is proposed to the northern portion of the land, with the remainder retained for agriculture, a communal area and ecological enhancement. The dwellings with front the access road, with front off-street parking and rear private amenity space.”

It says that, while the density of the development is lower than policy, there are “significant constraints on site,” including overhead electricity wires which require a buffer zone, a gas main and root protection areas for existing trees.

It also says no affordable housing contribution is offered, the application submitted alongside a viability report “which highlights that due to constraints and cost of development, delivering affordable housing within this site is unviable”.

It concludes: “This proposal is considered to offer an acceptable form of residential development, making best use of windfall land within the Centre boundary of Dinas Cross. The siting of the access is deemed acceptable for four dwellings and allows the land to be built upon, securing required open-market housing within PCNPA’s jurisdiction.”

The application will be considered by Park planners at a later date.

A SMALL Pembrokeshire brewing company has been formally wound up after its owners concluded the business could no longer continue.

Black Tar Brewing Co Ltd, which was registered in Llangwm, entered creditors’ voluntary liquidation following a meeting of company members on February 27, 2026.

The meeting was held at the Swansea offices of Stones & Co Insolvency Practitioners, where Gareth Stones was appointed to oversee the closure.

The company’s registered address was at Gail Rise in Llangwm, near Haverfordwest, and official records listed its activities as beer manufacturing.

No public details have yet been released about the size of the business, the value of its assets or the amount owed to creditors.

As liquidator, Mr Stones will now take control of the company’s affairs, identify any remaining assets and determine whether funds are available for those owed money.

Creditors are expected to receive further information as the process develops.

The liquidation was initiated by the company rather than through a court order, meaning its members voted to bring trading to an end and place its finances in the hands of an insolvency practitioner.

A public notice connected to the closure directs creditors and other interested parties to Stones & Co for further information.

The winding-up brings an end to the Llangwm-registered brewery, although the company’s recent level of trading and the number of people connected to the business remain unclear.

THE GERMAN cruise ship AIDAsol returned to Fishguard today, bringing hundreds of passengers to north Pembrokeshire.

The large vessel was clearly visible from homes overlooking Fishguard Bay after arriving for what is understood to be her second visit to the town.

Passengers were expected to travel ashore by tender before exploring Fishguard, Goodwick and tourist destinations across Pembrokeshire.

Cruise ship visits provide a welcome boost for local shops, cafés, transport providers and visitor attractions, with organised excursions often taking passengers to locations including St Davids and the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park.

AIDAsol is operated by German cruise company AIDA Cruises and is instantly recognisable because of the distinctive eye and red lips painted across her bow.

The ship measures more than 250 metres in length and can accommodate more than 2,000 passengers, as well as hundreds of crew members.

Her arrival attracted attention from residents, with the impressive vessel photographed from several vantage points around Fishguard and Goodwick.

The visit comes during the busy summer tourism season and offers businesses another opportunity to showcase the area to overseas visitors.

AIDAsol was due to remain off the coast while passengers enjoyed their time in Pembrokeshire before continuing to the next destination on her itinerary.

Impressive arrival: AIDAsol pictured in Fishguard Bay today (Pic: Herald reader)