Pembrokeshire revellers caught up in violent Lincolnshire rave

Published

11 years ago

May 25, 2015

Pembrokeshire music fans were part of the crowds at UKTEC2015

A CONTINGENT of Pembrokeshire dance music lovers were amongst over a thousand revellers who attended UKTEK 2015 rave in Lincolnshire this Bank Holiday weekend.

However, the unlicensed event descended in to public order chaos, and three police officers and a police dog were injured after being attacked by about 200 people. The police had moved in, dressed in riot gear to try and shut down the party, which involved multiple sound systems, following complaints by neighbours.

One of the officers is in a serious but not life-threatening condition after being called to the rave on Saturday night, Sky News reported.

Lincolnshire Police told The Herald that all the injuries were caused by missiles thrown by the crowd at police. As police moved in to shut down the event crowds chanted “Shame on you” at police as the MC took to the microphone saying: “Do not attack the police, this event is about love and peace, do not stoop down to their level.”

The BBC have reported that 43 people were arrested at the event.

The illegal party, which is an annual event, was taking place in the area of Twyford Wood near Bourne, about 20 miles north of Peterborough. Locals may recall that a few years back the event took place at Dale Airfield.

It is estimated that around thirty people from Pembrokeshire travelled to England for the event.

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A 26-year-old Pembroke Dock man, who asked not to be named, told The Herald by telephone: “The event would have been peaceful if the police were no so heavy handed. They decided to come in full riot gear with batons to a music event where everyone just wanted to dance and enjoy the Bank Holiday. We came up to UKTEK because we enjoyed the Dale event, and love big sound systems. No one from Pembrokeshire was arrested as far as I know, at least no one in our cars anyway.”

Police went to the site after receiving a complaint of loud noise and anti-social behaviour at about 11pm.

A statement said: “Police attended and found a large and illegal rave and the officers came under attack from an estimated 200 or so of the estimated 1000 or so who were at the site.

“Because of our regional collaboration arrangements we were able to mobilise enough resources to deal with the situation. We have seized a number of sound amplification systems and generators and we remain at the site today.”

Part of the A1 road was temporarily closed to deal with the situation. Police said they are carrying out a full investigation and would be prosecuting anyone involved in the disorder.

Police in riot gear trying to shut the illegal rave

Community

Community gathers to remember Corrina Baker

Published

10 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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10 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

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10 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.