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Put yourself on the front line

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12 years ago

February 11, 2014

I SPENT last Sunday accompanied by a few friends at CQB Adventures Laser Force in Milford Haven.

CQB is a new business, set in the woodlands minutes from the centre of Milford Haven. It is a laser tag game which puts the customer on the front line in full camouflage gear and with 99% replica guns.

When our party arrived we were greeted by Mike, one of the marshals, who was waiting in a hand-built roundhouse with a fire burning. Tea, coffee and biscuits were supplied to keep us all warm and Mike gave us our mission brief, explaining some of the rules and how the game actually works.

Once the health and safety and do’s and don’ts were out of the way, we made our way to the game zone where the mayhem begins. The zone is set in 15 acres of a wooded valley, either side of a shallow stream, offering excellent natural cover. Games are selected depending on whether they are running junior or senior sessions.

Capture the enemy flag
In order to demoralise the enemy, your force is tasked to capture the enemy flag which is flying over their base camp. This is not an easy job as the enemy are a tough force and will fight to the last man.

Total Elimination
Your unit for this mission are Special Forces. The briefing is simple. “Total elimination of the enemy” Possible tactics you might think about for this operation is to send in two attack groups supported by a sniper team.

The General
It is vital that you escort your commanding officer to your HQ. Unfortunately the enemy have received intelligence about your operation and have surrounded your base with hostile forces. This mission requires planning and determination. Could be worth shadowing the escort team with a heavily armed support group.

Capture the Enemy Flag was my personal favourite. With the camouflage gear on it is virtually impossible to see your opponents in the woodland surroundings, but this makes it all the more exciting. Conditions were extremely wet when we played, but this did not matter, because crawling on all-fours, running and sliding up and down hills and running through rivers all contributed to the fun.

The infa-red guns are very accurate and unlike paintball do not hurt, which makes a brilliant game. In the two or three hours we played I probably did as much work as a few hours in the gym whilst having great fun. The staff were excellent, the surroundings were perfect and the whole set up and organisation of the game made this experience one to remember. I will definitely be visiting again and I think everyone should give this a go.

CQB Adventures cater for birthdays, stag/hen do’s, staff parties, and team building. Call up Mike today on 07917 684195 and book your battle in the woods!

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Annual charity carol service raises funds for good causes

Published

23 hours 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

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23 hours 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)

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Special delivery of thanks as MP visits Haverfordwest sorting office

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2 days ago

December 12, 2025

Tom Sinclair

Christmas cheer for posties working through the festive rush

A CHRISTMAS message of thanks was delivered in person this week as Preseli Pembrokeshire MP Henry Tufnell paid a visit to Royal Mail staff at Haverfordwest Sorting Office.

The MP met postal workers during one of the busiest periods of the year, praising staff for their hard work in ensuring cards, parcels and gifts reach homes across Pembrokeshire in the run-up to Christmas.

Mr Tufnell said postal workers were going “above and beyond” throughout the year, but particularly during the festive period when demand is at its highest and delivery rounds are often made in challenging weather conditions.

He described postal staff as “unsung heroes”, highlighting their role in keeping communities connected and helping families stay in touch at a time when it matters most.

Speaking after the visit, Mr Tufnell said: “Our posties play a vital role in our community, and at Christmas that importance is felt more than ever. They work incredibly hard to make sure gifts and cards from loved ones arrive safely and on time.”

Staff at the Haverfordwest site were pictured alongside the MP, with some embracing the festive spirit in Christmas jumpers and seasonal outfits while continuing their daily work.

The MP also extended his thanks to postal workers across the whole of Pembrokeshire, acknowledging the dedication required to keep services running smoothly during the seasonal rush.

Royal Mail experiences its highest parcel volumes in December, with thousands of additional items passing through local sorting offices each day as Christmas approaches.

Delivering Christmas cheer: Henry Tufnell MP with staff at Haverfordwest Sorting Office during a festive visit (Pic: Facebook).