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Folly Farm plans £10million holiday village development

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holiday villageAN AWARD winning Pembrokeshire attraction has submitted plans to develop a high quality holiday village, consisting of more than 56 themed lodges, touring caravans and glamping facilities including teepees and yurts.

If planning permission is granted, Folly Farm’s Holiday Village will involve a £10 million development of land adjoining the north of the attraction.

As well as developing a range of accommodation types split into three themed areas – Safari, Fairground and Farm – and all the necessary infrastructure including shower and toilet blocks, the attractions management team plans to regenerate existing farm buildings into a cafe, games rooms and reception area.

The proposed development will aim to create a unique themed holiday destination that will increase the profile of Folly Farm and Pembrokeshire as a whole, attracting visitors from further afield.

The development of the 11.03 hectare site, which is currently used as grazing pasture, will comply with the relevant local authority’s Local Development Plan (2013) policies, which seek to support innovation, create new jobs and increase spend within the local economy.

If approved, the management team hopes the first phase of construction will begin in September, with the caravan sites ready for summer 2017.

Chris Ebsworth, director at Folly Farm said: “With the development of Folly Farm’s Holiday Village, our vision is to take the most successful and well-loved elements of the existing attraction and expand on them to offer a truly unique place to stay.

“At the moment, our plans will allow us to build 29 vintage showman wagons and shepherds huts, 27 timber lodges as well as space for 43 touring caravan pitches, and a range of safari, bell and circus tents.

“This is a natural step forward for us at Folly Farm. We’ve grown rapidly in the past three years investing approximately £2million per year on infrastructure, maintenance and new enclosures. We plan to continue this investment into the future alongside the Holiday Village.”

“By bringing another dimension to our offer, we aim to extend our trading seasons beyond the traditional May to September window. Our accommodation will attract new tourists to the area and provide an option to stay with us outside of the summer season, for long weekends and during half-term holidays. This development will also allow us to extend our Christmas and shoulder season opening.”

“The proposed accommodation would also create new jobs within the Holiday Village and Adventure Park, generating additional direct and indirect spend within the local economy, both during the construction and operation periods.”

“After many years of research, we have an exciting and unique proposal and we’re confident visitors will jump at the chance to have a magical stay at Folly Farm.”

 

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Local Government

Former Haverfordwest courthouse to become theatre

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A FORMER Haverfordwest courthouse described as one of the finest buildings of its type in Wales is set to be transformed into a theatre after county planners gave the scheme the go-ahead.

Pembrokeshire County Council’s planning committee approved an application by Mr N Heywood for a change of use of part of Shire Hall, High Street, Haverfordwest, at its June meeting.

The Grade-II*-listed building was built in 1835 to the design of local architect William Owen. Cadw has described it as one of the finest buildings of its type in Wales.

The courtroom has also played an important role in the county’s legal history. According to Haverfordwest Civic Society, it hosted a number of major trials, including cases involving the Rebecca Rioters between 1840 and 1844.

The law courts later moved to Hawthorn Rise, Haverfordwest, and Pembrokeshire County Council subsequently granted a developer a 999-year lease on the building at a peppercorn rent.

Shire Hall housed restaurants on its upper floors in the early 2000s, with the last believed to have closed around 2010.

Cultural destination

The application says the theatre would “bring the vacant building back into a meaningful use,” helping to preserve the Grade-II*-listed building and support the regeneration of Haverfordwest town centre.

There would be no external changes to Shire Hall, although internal works are proposed. A separate listed building consent application has also been submitted.

The applicant’s agent, Ian Bartlett Planning and Architectural Services, confirmed the theatre would operate between 10:00am and 11:00pm.

Haverfordwest Town Council supported the scheme in principle but asked for the application to be considered by the planning committee, citing concerns about the lack of detail in the initial plans and the potential impact on the historic building.

Haverfordwest Civic Society raised similar concerns, saying members were “anxious that any new use should respect and conserve the integrity of the historic courtroom interior,” which remains substantially intact, including the judges’ bench, dock, witness box, public benches and associated fittings.

Historic use

An officer report recommending approval said the building’s former use as a courtroom meant it had historically been used for public assembly.

It stated: “The proposed use as a theatre would remain broadly compatible with the historic function of the courtroom as a place used for public congregation.

“The proposed use as a theatre would introduce audience-based occupation and periods of intensified use, however, this is not considered inherently dissimilar to the building’s historic use, with any internal alterations subject to the listed building consent application which is currently under consideration.

“In addition, bringing the building into use is likely to contribute positively to the preservation and maintenance of the historic building.”

At the meeting, Drew Baker, speaking as the end user of the theatre scheme, said the proposals would bring “one of the finest public buildings of its type in Wales” back “into meaningful use”.

He said the scheme represented an “investment in the cultural economy of Haverfordwest” and would create a “genuine cultural destination” in the town centre.

Members were told the related listed building consent application would deal with proposed interior changes, with the wider plans including a theatre, pizza restaurant and bar.

The application was approved by eleven votes to two. The listed building consent application is still being considered by planners.

 

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Crime

Another Milford Haven shop hit as traders face growing crime fears

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June 2, 2026

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Community rallies behind Pill shop owner after latest break-in adds to concerns over repeated attacks on local shops

MILFORD HAVEN residents are rallying behind the owner of AJ Store in Pill Lane after the independent shop was hit by another break-in.

The latest incident has left the shopkeeper facing repair and security costs just nine months after taking over the business.

Supporters say the owner has worked hard to keep the shop running and provide a valuable service to the local community, investing his own time, energy and savings into the business.

A fundraiser has now been launched, with the owner’s permission, to help towards repairs and improved security.

Community support

The appeal says: “Our local shop has recently suffered another break-in, leaving the owner facing repair and security costs that are difficult for a small independent business to manage.

“Having taken over the shop just nine months ago, he has worked hard to keep the business running and provide a valuable service to the local community.

“Following the latest incident, repairs and security improvements are needed to help protect the future of the business.”

Organisers said every donation, however small, would make a difference, and urged those unable to contribute to share the appeal with friends, family and local community groups.

Wider concerns

The break-in comes amid continuing concern about attacks on shops and small businesses in Milford Haven.

The Herald has previously reported on robberies and break-ins affecting traders in the town, including incidents in the Pill Lane and Charles Street areas.

Last year, Pill Corner Store was targeted three times in two months, while the nearby Pill Ship store was also robbed at knifepoint. In another case, the One Stop store in Charles Street was burgled, with tobacco, cigarettes, vapes and other items stolen.

Small independent shops are often left to deal not only with the financial cost of crime, but also the emotional strain and the cost of trying to improve security afterwards.

How to help

Residents wishing to support the AJ Store owner can donate through the community fundraiser here:

https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-a-local-shopkeeper-get-back-on-his-feet

The appeal is titled “Help A Local Shopkeeper Get Back On His Feet – AJ Store, Pill Lane, Milford Haven” and says donations will go towards repairs and security improvements following the latest break-in

Targeted again: AJ Store in Pill Lane, Milford Haven (Pic: Supplied).

 

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New health minister unveils plan to cut NHS waiting times in Wales

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June 2, 2026

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UP TO ten new surgical and diagnostic hubs are to be developed across Wales as part of new plans to cut NHS waiting times and ease pressure on hospitals.

Wales’ new Health Minister, Mabon ap Gwynfor, has set out a programme aimed at reducing delays, recruiting more GPs, expanding community care and moving more treatment out of hospitals.

The Welsh Government says the new hubs will be developed over the next four years to increase NHS capacity and speed up diagnosis and treatment.

Two-year waits are due to be eliminated within months, with the overall backlog reduced to pre-pandemic levels before the end of the current Senedd term.

The plans also include recruiting up to 100 new salaried GPs and expanding access to out-of-hours primary care, in an effort to reduce pressure on hospital services.

Community care is also set to be expanded, with stronger discharge planning intended to help patients leave hospital sooner and receive more support at home.

A ten-year Digital and Data Strategy will be introduced to modernise NHS infrastructure, while a long-term workforce strategy is expected to be published this autumn.

The Welsh Government also said organisations would be brought together for a summit to consider support for this year’s nursing, midwifery and paramedic graduates, following concerns over a shortage of available posts.

Mr ap Gwynfor said: “Having to wait years for treatment, with all the pain and anxiety that entails, is an intolerable reality for far too many people in Wales.

“With urgency, decisive action and ambition, we will protect the NHS and build a healthier, fairer Wales — with a health and care system that puts people first and delivers the change our nation needs.”

 

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