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Rally against racism set to take place in Tenby this weekend

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1 year ago

August 8, 2024

WEST Wales Stand Up to Racism (SUTR) is organising a Unity Rally in Tenby this Saturday, 10th August, aimed at promoting solidarity and opposing the rise of far-right ideologies. The rally will take place outside St Mary’s Church at 11 am.

Billed as a peaceful rally, the event is intended to show support for the Muslim community and highlight the importance of unity within Pembrokeshire. Marj Hawkins, representing West Wales SUTR, emphasised the significance of this event, stating, “It is crucial to come together and say no to the far right. We hope the community will join us in this demonstration of solidarity.”

Earlier this week, Stand Up to Racism released a powerful statement, which was published in the Daily Mirror and endorsed by various political and entertainment figures. The statement highlighted the recent surge in far-right activities across Britain, including violent attacks on mosques and migrant housing facilities, spurred by inflammatory rhetoric and misinformation.

“Fascist riots have taken place in towns and cities across Britain, leading to attacks on mosques and hotels housing migrants,” the statement read. “Tommy Robinson mobilised over 15,000 in Trafalgar Square on 27 July. The far right are spreading racism, Islamophobia, and hatred.”

The statement also addressed the exploitation of the recent knife attack in Southport by far-right groups to incite Islamophobia. “Robinson and others are attempting to exploit the horrific knife attack in Southport to stir up Islamophobia and sow division by spreading misinformation about the attacker’s identity.”

The rally in Tenby is part of a broader effort to combat the influence of far-right movements not only in the UK but across Europe. The statement underscored the rise of far-right forces in countries like France and Germany and the need for a united mass movement to counteract this trend.

“The far right are a threat to all decent people,” the statement declared. “All those who oppose this must join in a united mass movement powerful enough to drive back the fascists. The majority of people in Britain abhor Robinson and the far right. We are the majority, they are the few. Britain has a proud history of defeating fascists and racists. We can defeat them again.”

West Wales SUTR said that it invites all members of the community to attend the rally and stand together against racism, Islamophobia, and antisemitism. The organisation said it hopes to see a strong turnout to demonstrate Pembrokeshire’s commitment to unity and tolerance.

Community

Narbelles WI support Food Bank with festive donation

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20 minutes 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

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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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24 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.

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