News

Sale completed for The Ferryboat Inn

Published

7 years ago

February 28, 2018

SPECIALIST business property adviser, Christie & Co has successfully completed the sale of The Ferryboat Inn, a guesthouse with period features in Fishguard Bay.

The guesthouse is ideally situated in the popular tourist destination with many local attractions, most notably the international port of Fishguard and in close proximity to the award-winning Pembrokeshire Coastal Path.

The attractive and substantial property boasts seven high quality en suite guest bedrooms, an attractive dining room, well equipped bar, decked outside trade areas for 20 covers and a well-equipped commercial kitchen.

Adjoining The Ferryboat is Banc Yr Afon, a tastefully presented three bedroom cottage which currently provides exceptional three bedrooms owner’s accommodation and private garden.

Denham and Michele Gregory have owned the business since 2005, during which time they completed major refurbishment works, transforming the inn from a 1 star Welsh Tourist Board grading to 4 stars and being shortlisted as a regional finalist in the True Taste of Wales.

Due to a change in circumstances, Mr and Mrs Gregory chose to limit trade in 2012 and reposition the business as a quality guest house, receiving high reviews and holding the number one position on TripAdvisor’s list for best B&Bs and inns in the Fishguard area.

The guesthouse currently enjoys strong occupancy rates, particularly in the summer and there is definite opportunity to significantly increase turnover and profitability throughout the year by extending the food and beverage offering to include lunches and evening meals for both guests and the local community.

Mr and Mrs Gregory said: “We have enjoyed our journey at The Ferryboat and are proud of our achievements, we have met some great people along the way and would like to thank all our customers for their support. Over the years, we have also employed some exceptional people who have helped us reach our goals and we thank them for their support and professionalism that has helped make the Ferryboat a highly respected establishment.

“After 13 years, we are ready for a change and very much looking forward to a new challenge, exactly where and what this is we haven’t fully decided. We wish Peter and Jacqui the very best and look forward to seeing them take the Ferryboat on another journey! Finally, we would like to thank Corrina Jones and her team at Christie & Co for her advice and professionalism during the sale. An excellent job!”

New owners of The Ferryboat Inn, Peter and Jacqui Hornsby, said: “After visiting the area several times over previous years, we are looking forward to the move and are excited about taking over the Ferryboat. We feel we have a lot to offer and we are looking forward to putting our stamp on the property over the years to come. We are hoping to meet lots of the locals as in the past we have found them to be very friendly and helpful. Thanks to Michele and Denham for taking such good care of the buildings and business during their time at the property.”

Corrina Jones, Business Agent at Christie & Co’s Cardiff office who handled the sale, added: “We are thrilled to announce the sale of The Ferryboat and welcome Mr and Mrs Hornsby, who plan to further invest into the business, which makes for an exciting time for everyone involved with The Ferryboat.

“Regionally, hotel viewings for January 2018 were up considerably year on year, and sales to first time buyers looking for a lifestyle change were up 18% during 2017 on 2016 figures. This is positive news for the hotel and B&B markets in West Wales, as a large percentage are primarily operated by owner occupiers.”

Christie & Co sought offers in the region of £415,000 for the freehold of The Ferryboat Inn.

Business

Pembroke Dock opticians fundraises to support local families

Published

3 hours ago

January 4, 2025

Tom Sinclair

A PEMBROKE DOCK opticians has collected food, toiletries and seasonal supplies to help individuals and families in Pembrokeshire experiencing financial hardship.

The collection, organised by trainee dispensing optician Courtney Hearn, was donated to PATCH (Pembrokeshire Action To Combat Hardship), a local charity dedicated to providing essential items, including food parcels, clothing and household necessities to those in need.

PATCH also holds an annual Christmas Toy Appeal, which ensures children in need receive gifts, art materials, chocolates and wrapping supplies, bringing joy to families facing challenging circumstances during the festive season.

The Specsavers team contributed food and toiletries, while retail director Ellie Thomas-Wigley and optometrist Andrew Williams purchased wrapping paper and Sellotape, following guidance from PATCH, to support the appeal.

Ellie Thomas-Wigley says: ‘We’re incredibly proud of our team’s generosity and their commitment to helping the community. PATCH plays a vital role in supporting local families facing difficult times, particularly during the festive season, and we’re pleased to contribute to their important work.

‘Thank you to our customers and team for coming together to support those in need at such a critical time of year.’

Since 2008, PATCH has been providing support to Pembrokeshire residents by working with referral agencies such as health workers and social services. The charity’s Basics Bank offers immediate help to those experiencing crises, including job losses, benefit delays, or emergency situations like fire or homelessness.

To learn more about PATCH or to donate, visit their charity shop on Charles Street.
Specsavers Pembroke Dock is open seven days a week. To find out more and book an appointment, visit www.specsavers.co.uk/stores/pembrokedock.

Additionally, to make eye health accessible to all, the store offers a Home Visits service for those unable to leave their homes unaccompanied due to disability or illness.

Entertainment

Body slamming entertainment at the Torch Theatre!

Published

3 hours ago

January 4, 2025

Tom Sinclair

FROM Port Talbot to Llanelli and Porthcawl to Lampeter, the Superstars of Welsh Wrestling are on the road around the country and are getting ready to rumble! They’ll bring their live body slamming family entertainment show to the Torch Theatre, Milford Haven, for a one-night extravaganza that you won’t want to miss!

Since its establishment in 2005, Welsh Wrestling has cemented its status as the number one wrestling promotion in Wales, running top quality wrestling shows all over the country in some of the most prestigious venues and theatres. Throughout each year the Superstars of Welsh Wrestling perform in front of several thousand fans, guaranteeing each paying customer of all ages a fun, action-packed, family night out.

Witness the wrestling extravaganza at the Torch that’s guaranteed to get children (and adults) screaming and cheering for their favourite wrestler and making memories that last a lifetime. Pop down to the Torch and witness the glamour and chaos in this showcase of entertainment and athleticism in a memorable family night out.

The Welsh Wrestling Facebook page has information on its Wales tour with positive feedback from several audience members with one being quoted as saying:

“What a fantastic night. My two grandsons loved every minute of the show. A great show designed with families in mind. I will highly recommend this to all friends and family. Thanks for a great evening!”

Welsh Wrestling will be live at the Torch Theatre wrestling ring on Sunday 23 February at 5pm. Ticket prices: Family: £45. Adult: £15. Child: £12. For tickets phone the Box Office on 01646 695267 or visit torchtheatre.co.uk.

Crime

Police issue update following incident at Tenby multi-storey

Published

1 day ago

January 3, 2025

Luke Sinclair

Dyfed-Powys Police have confirmed this morning that they are investigating a collision on the ground floor of the multi-storey car park in Tenby, at around 4pm on Thursday, January 2.

The collision, police said, involved a grey Nissan Qashqai and a young child.

The child remains in a critical condition in hospital.

The family are being supported by specially trained officers.

One man, aged 33, has been arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury through dangerous driving, drink driving, and drug driving. He remains in police custody.

Police issued a statement saying: “This is a tragic incident and is a live investigation.

“We ask that you do not speculate the circumstances and allow our officers to carry out their enquiries.

Anyone with information or dashcam footage that could help officers with their investigation is asked to report it to us, either online at: https://bit.ly/DPPContactOnline, by emailing [email protected], or by calling 101.

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