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Cast a line and join the adventure

Published

10 years ago

April 11, 2016

Wales: Something to offer all anglers

WHAT could be more relaxing than a day’s fishing? A few peaceful hours away from the rat race, spent alone in tranquil surroundings or perhaps an adrenalin-fuelled battle with nature is more your style.

Whichever you prefer, now is the time to start planning for the new season and take advantage of the wonderful fishing opportunities across Wales.

Rob Evans, Freshwater Fisheries Advisor for Natural Resources Wales (NRW), said: “Whether you’re an experienced angler or a complete novice, Wales has something to offer everyone who wants to cast a line.

“Fishing provides a healthy recreational activity for both young and old to enjoy and the variety of physical activity involved in different types of angling makes it a sport for everyone.”

Visit Wales has designated 2016 as the Year of Adventure, and is encouraging both visitors and residents of Wales to try something new and fishing is an ideal way of getting involved.

Rob explained: “For the experienced angler there’s always something new to try – whether it’s one of our breathtaking lakes like Llyn Tegid in Snowdonia and Llangorse in the Brecon Beacons or our wonderful rivers like the Teifi in west Wales and the Wye in the east.

“And for those new to the sport there are hundreds of communitybased angling clubs across Wales providing good value angling and plenty of information online providing help and guidance for anglers of all abilities.”

Tony Rees, of Angling Cymru, added: “It is important that anglers purchase a rod licence and fishing permit as it is this money that will fund projects for improvement to fishing and fish stocks.

“Licence fees also help to fund introductions for new anglers through qualified coaches in Wales.” NRW sell approximatel 55,000 rod licences sold annually in Wales raising some £1.2 million. All revenue is received by

NRW and spent on providing a fisheries service in Wales, and the good news is that there has been no increase in the cost of the licence again.

Rob said: “Whether you are an experienced fisherman or new to the sport you will need a rod licence to fish and the 2016 licences can be purchased on-line, over the counter at all Post Offices and by telephone.

“If you are under 12-years-old you will not need a licence and concessions are available for older as well as less – able anglers.

“In 2015 NRW reported more than 120 people for a variety of fishing offences, the majority of which related to fishing without a rod and line licence.

“We take illegal fishing seriously and we have the legal powers to apprehend individuals, seize any illegal equipment connected to the offence and report them for fisheries offences. If anyone else sees any illegal fishing or something suspicious they should call our hotline on 0800 80 70 60. All information is used in our fight against illegal fishing and poaching.”

Community

Narbelles WI support Food Bank with festive donation

Published

16 hours ago

December 14, 2025

Tom Sinclair

Group marks December meeting with charity collection and Christmas celebrations

NARBELLES WI rounded off the year with a festive December meeting featuring a bring-and-share buffet, party games and a Secret Santa gift exchange.

Members also used the occasion to support families in need across the county, collecting food items and presenting a £120 cheque to Ann Watling from Pembrokeshire Food Bank. The donation represents the proceeds of the group’s bucket collection during Narberth Civic Week 2024.

A spokesperson for the WI said the group was delighted to finish the year “with fun, friendship and a chance to give something back to the community.”

(Photo: Narbelles WI members presenting the cheque to Ann Watling, Pembrokeshire Food Bank.)

Community

Annual charity carol service raises funds for good causes

Published

2 days ago

December 13, 2025

Tom Sinclair

MID and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service held its annual Charity Carol Service on Wednesday (Dec 10) at Ebeneser Baptist Chapel in Crymych.

The event brought together members of the local community alongside Fire Service staff for an evening of carols, readings and festive refreshments, marking the Christmas season in a warm and inclusive atmosphere.

This year’s service supported two important charities — the Fire Fighters Charity and Cancer Research Wales — with all proceeds going directly towards their ongoing work.

A total of £597 was raised on the night, which will be shared equally between the two charities.

The Service thanked the congregation at Ebeneser Baptist Chapel for hosting the event, as well as everyone who gave their time, support and generosity to make the evening such a success.

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3 Amigos toy bike run under way across Pembrokeshire

Published

2 days ago

December 13, 2025

Tom Sinclair

Castle Inn fun runners back festive charity event

THE ANNUAL 3 Amigos Christmas toy bike run is under way this afternoon (Saturday), with hundreds of motorcyclists setting off from Pembroke to raise funds for children’s services.

Riders gathered at The Commons car park in Pembroke from around midday before departing shortly after 1:00pm. The festive convoy is travelling along its traditional route, taking in Pembroke Dock and continuing through parts of the county including Neyland, Milford Haven and Haverfordwest.

The event is organised by the 3 Amigos and Dollies Motorcycle Group and has become a much-anticipated Christmas tradition in west Wales, with toys and donations collected for children receiving care within the Hywel Dda University Health Board area.

Also supporting the event are fun runners from the Castle Inn in Pembroke, who have been fundraising in aid of the 3 Amigos. The group are pictured alongside participants from today’s run.

The 3 Amigos have been raising funds for children’s wards and health charities for more than twenty-five years, with their Easter and Christmas events continuing to make a positive difference to young patients and their families.

Organisers have thanked the public for their support and asked road users to be mindful of the large convoy as it passes through towns and villages this afternoon.

Photo caption:
Festive fundraising: Fun runners from the Castle Inn, Pembroke, pictured supporting the 3 Amigos Christmas toy bike run (Pic: Martin Cavaney/Herald)