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RNLI lifeguards return to Welsh beaches for May half term

Published

2 years ago

May 23, 2024

RNLI beach lifeguards will be patrolling a number of beaches this bank holiday weekend for the duration of the half-term week. The lifesaving charity is encouraging beachgoers to visit a lifeguarded beach.

This Saturday 25 May, marks the beginning of ‘main season’ for the RNLI lifeguards, meaning a greater number of beaches will be patrolled. The RNLI is encouraging that people heading to the coast should visit a lifeguarded beach.

Vinny Vincent Lead Lifeguard Supervisor for Swansea said: ‘During the half term holiday, RNLI lifeguards will be patrolling every day on beaches across Wales. We encourage anyone planning on visiting the coast to choose a lifeguarded beach.

‘Remember to swim and bodyboard between the red and yellow flags, or surf, kayak or stand-up paddleboard between the black and white flags.

‘The lifeguards position the flags in the safest area of the beach, if you see a red flag the lifeguards have deemed that area of the beach as unsafe. If you ever have any questions feel free to approach the lifeguards, we’re a friendly bunch!’

In Wales, from this Saturday 25 May, the following beaches will be patrolled from 10am-6pm:

In Denbighshire, Rhyl and Prestatyn will be patrolled every day from Saturday 25 May – Sunday 2 June. They will then be patrolled on weekends only until 29 June when they open full time.

In Ceredigion, Borth, Llangrannog, Aberystwyth South, Tresaith and Aberporth will be patrolled every day from 25 May – 2 June. Borth and Llangrannog will remain open full time after the half-term week. However, Aberystwyth South, Tresaith and

Aberporth will be patrolled on weekends only until 13 July when they open full time.

In Pembrokeshire, Whitesands, Newgale Central and Tenby South will be patrolled every day from 25 May – 2 June. Whitesands and Tenby South will then remain open full time after the half-term week. Newgale Central will be patrolled on weekends only until 15 June when it opens full time.

In Swansea, Aberavon, Langland, Caswell, Port Eynon, Three Cliffs and Pembrey will be patrolled every day from 25 May – 2 June. Aberavon, Langland, Caswell and Port Eynon will then remain open full time after the half term week. Three Cliffs and Pembrey will be patrolled on weekends only until 29 June when they open full time.

In Bridgend, Rest Bay, Coney Bay, Trecco Bay and Whitmore Bay will be patrolled every day from 25 May – 2 June. They will all remain open full time after the half-term week for the duration of the season.

Chris Cousens RNLI Water Safety Lead said: ‘We expect a great number of people to visit the coast this bank holiday weekend and during the half-term holiday. The RNLI wants people to enjoy themselves, whilst staying safe.

‘There are a number of beaches being patrolledby RNLI lifeguards across Wales. We advise that people should choose to visit one of these beaches between 10am and 6pm when the lifeguards are on patrol, and always swim between the red and yellow flags.

‘Rememberit’s safest not to go into the water alone – the person you’re with can help you stay safe. And ensure that you’re always carrying a mobile phone.

‘If you unexpectedly find yourself in difficulty in the water, float to live. If you see anyone else in difficulty anywhere along the coast, call 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard.’

Crime

Man charged with strangulation and assault offences after October incident

Published

9 hours ago

December 14, 2025

Court Reporter

A MAN recorded in court as having no fixed abode has appeared before magistrates charged with intentional strangulation and two further assault offences.

Michael Sudbury, 50, whose address was not read out in court, but in Herald records is Glan Hafan, Llangwm, appeared before the bench facing multiple charges.

The charges relate to an incident on 22 October 2025 and include:

Intentional strangulation, contrary to section 75A of the Serious Crime Act 2015
Common assault
Assault by beating

No further details of the alleged incident were opened in court, and no plea was entered at this stage.

Sudbury was remanded on conditional bail, with the case listed to return to magistrates later this month.

Crime

Haverfordwest man sent to Crown Court on multiple serious charges

Published

10 hours ago

December 14, 2025

Court Reporter

Defendant remanded in custody

A HAVERFORDWEST man has been sent to Swansea Crown Court to stand trial on a series of A 49-year-old Haverfordwest resident has been committed to Swansea Crown Court to face trial on multiple serious charges deemed too grave for magistrates to handle.

David Guy, of Market Street, Haverfordwest, appeared before Haverfordwest magistrates facing a series of allegations stemming from a single case. The charges, which were not detailed in open court, include:

Assault occasioning actual bodily harm (ABH)
A second count of assault
Criminal damage
An additional allegation of interpersonal violence
A public order offence

Magistrates declined jurisdiction, determining that the matters exceeded their sentencing powers, and sent the case in its entirety to Swansea Crown Court.

Guy was remanded in custody pending his next appearance. The court register notes: “Sent to Crown Court for trial in custody – next hearing at Swansea Crown Court.”

A date for the initial Crown Court hearing will be set administratively. Guy will remain in custody until then.

The Pembrokeshire Herald will provide further updates as the case progresses in the Crown Court.

Crime

Castlemartin man back before magistrates over multiple alleged assaults

Published

10 hours ago

December 14, 2025

Court Reporter

Defendant remanded on conditional bail ahead of further hearing

A CASTLEMARTIN man has appeared repeatedly before magistrates this month over a string A 40-year-old man from Castlemartin has made repeated appearances before magistrates this month in connection with a series of serious alleged offences, including assault occasioning actual bodily harm (ABH), intentional non-fatal strangulation, common assault, and criminal damage.

Anthony Alcock, of Pwll Street, Castlemartin, is facing six linked charges stemming from incidents said to have occurred earlier this year. These appear to relate to the same complainant in what is understood to be a single ongoing domestic abuse prosecution.

During recent administrative hearings at Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court, Alcock did not enter pleas while matters of bail and case management were addressed.

Charges Include:

Assault occasioning actual bodily harm (ABH)
Intentional non-fatal strangulation
Common assault on a woman
Criminal damage in a domestic context
Additional assault allegations involving the same complainant
Breach of bail conditions

Alcock was initially granted conditional bail but was subsequently brought before the court on two occasions for alleged breaches. On those instances, magistrates remanded him in custody ahead of further hearings. He was later re-granted conditional bail, subject to strict conditions such as no contact with the complainant and exclusion from specified locations.

Magistrates have now declined jurisdiction, ruling that the case—particularly the more serious charges involving non-fatal strangulation—is too grave for summary trial. It has been committed to Swansea Crown Court for plea, trial, or sentencing.

No detailed evidence has been presented in open court at this preliminary stage. Alcock remains on conditional bail pending his next appearance at the Crown Court.