Stories for 28 July 2004

Pembrokeshire Farming

Cardigan Mart, Monday July 19th

J. J. Morris report a modest entry of Calves and Store Cattle on Royal Welsh Show week.  more...

Newcastle Emlyn Mart, Thursday, July 15th

Messrs Dai Lewis (Cyf) Auctioneers report a much larger number of lambs forward (1266), which resulted in a steady run throughout, with a lot more lightweights presented.   more...

Cardigan Mart, Monday, July 12th

J. J. Morris report 80 Calves on offer meeting a very fast trade with Top Bulls to £270 and Top Heifers to £170. Best pace of the day for a three week Belgium Blue Bull from Smart, Pantbach, Maesllyn who also sold for £195.  more...

Pembrokeshire Green Scene

Let the horse do the walking

There are many ways to get out and about in the Pembrokeshire countryside this spring - hiking, cycling ... but why work so hard?   more...

Sample the delights of gardens galore

WHATEVER the time of year - from the fresh loveliness of spring flowers to the mellow colours of the autumn - it is always a pleasure to visit beautiful gardens.  more...

Disc fever as Frisbee mania takes off

Frisbee fans will be in for a treat this summer as Wales' first disc golf course is opened in Pembrokeshire.  more...

After Dark offers a night to remember

Are you ready for After Dark? From July 24th to August 30th, the all-day fun of Oakwood goes on through the evening until 10pm!  more...

Something for everyone this summer

WHATEVER your age or interests, the beautiful county of Pembrokeshire has just what you are looking for in a holiday or a family day out.   more...

Treasure islands

Interesting places to visit in Pembrokeshire don't end where the sea begins.   more...

What's on

Discover Pembrokeshire in a very special way - by joining in some of the many events in the National Park Authority's acclaimed annual activities and events programme.  more...

Swing when you're winning

PEMBROKESHIRE has an abundance of first class golf courses for the enthusiast or novice golfer to relax and enjoy.  more...

You're shore to find a beach to suit you

SPRAWLING spectacularly for over 185 miles, Pembrokeshire's unspoiled coastline, with it's rugged cliffs and rolling waves, is a treasure chest of adventure for any outdoor enthusiast.  more...

These boots were made for walking

WHATEVER your preference or ability when it comes to walking, you will find just what you are looking for in Pembrokeshire.   more...

Local produce on the menu

Pembrokeshire offers a wonderful variety of delicious produce for visitors and residents alike.  more...

Town celebrates190 proud years

It was in 1814 that the tiny hamlet of Pater Church became Pembroke Dock and the Royal Naval Dockyard was built - the only Royal Dockyard in Wales - and with it the realisation of the strategic importance of the Milford Haven Waterway.  more...

Get a beach body

As part of its FIT IN campaign to encourage more women and girls to take part in exercise, the Sports Council for Wales is urging people to make the most of their local beaches as an alternative to the gym this summer. Pembrokeshire is no exception and Broad Haven, Freshwater West and Newgale are just a handful of settings that provide the ideal location for some beach fitness. Dr Huw Jones, chief executive of the Sports Council for Wales, said: "Pembrokeshire's beaches are ideal for indulging in some exercise while enjoying the summer warmth. The quality and variety of beaches in this area make a much more attractive place to exercise than a stuffy gym." There are plenty of fun ways to keep fit on the beach. Windsurfing, diving and waterbiking all offer an adrenaline-boosting, exciting afternoon. You could even think about booking a course of scuba-diving lessons, (go to www.dive pembrokeshire.com) so not only will you be fit and toned but you'll also have a new skill to boot!   more...

Water, water everywhere

Surrounded by water on three sides, Pembrokeshire is the ideal place to visit if you enjoy watersports.  more...

Pembrokeshire News

Arrests at radio protest

RADIO Carmarthenshire, sister station of Radio Pembrokeshire, is failing its licence obligations and its listeners, the Welsh Language Society has claimed.  more...

Woman on a mission

LAUGHARNE journalist Jayne Thomas is heading off to Uganda to live.  more...

Dylan to make a sweet Sorrow

Not every five-year-old has the chance to appear in a production of Madame Butterfly. But as Dylan Rees, of Pembroke Dock, demonstrates, he is an ideal candidate to play Sorrow.  more...

Castle still in with chance of TV final

CARDIGAN Castle has narrowly missed out on winning the Welsh final of BBC2 Restoration - polling 41% of the vote, compared to 43% for the Newbridge miner's hall.  more...

Call to halt yob culture

Local and national press are giving the impression that Tenby is `the yob capital of Wales', says the town's police chief.  more...

Well, well, well!

NOBODY has ever doubted that Nine Wells, near Solva, had plenty of water, however one eagle-eyed tourist recently noticed that there were far too many Ns.  more...

Monster puzzle for TV crew

Pembrokeshire's mythical monster of the deep is to feature in a series being filmed for Discovery Channel America Animal Planet.  more...

Yes to skate park

PLANS to build a skateboard park in Solva were given the go-ahead by the National Park development management committee last week.  more...

Reg speaks out against free parking campaign

THE secretary of the Pembrokeshire Access Group has spoken out against a petition to keep free parking for the disabled.  more...

Protestors `infuriated' at supermarket plan

OPPOSITION to proposals for a supermarket and business park on the outskirts of Tenby redoubled this week after a major property group put in plans for the development at New Hedges.  more...

Hammer attacker jailed for 15 years

A Johnston man who twice attempted to murder his former partner has been jailed for 15 years.  more...

Pembrokeshire Sport

Town's title charge continues

Pembrokeshire County Cricket - Division One Lamphey (141 all out) lost to Haverfordwest (142 for 2) Phil Kirkby produced another match-winning performance on Saturday to keep Haverfordwest firmly at the top of the table.   more...

Llanrhian promotion hopes crash

County Cricket Division Two: Pembroke (184 for 6) beat Llanrhian (58 all out) Llanrhian's creaking promotion hopes took a further nose-dive as they were well beaten by Pembroke.  more...

Struggling Seasiders strong at home

Pembrokeshire County Cricket League - Division One Saundersfoot (166 all out) drew with Llangwm (129 for 7) Saundersfoot and Llangwm had to settle for the draw after both sides made a good start but lost wickets at regular intervals.   more...

Scarlets search for stars of the future

PEMBROKESHIRE College and Llanelli Scarlets have launched an exciting new collaboration that will provide talented young rugby players in Pembrokeshire with a great opportunity to maximise their rugby development.   more...

Kwik success for Johnston cricketers

Johnston School is really proud of the sporting achievements of its pupils throughout last term.   more...

The friendly open

The Pembroke Autograss Club recently held the West Wales Open Championships.   more...

Dragon Sports Pembrokeshire County Cricket league results

Results of matches played on July 24th:  more...

West Wales Tourism Pembs Days Out

Disc fever as Frisbee mania takes off

Frisbee fans will be in for a treat this summer as Wales' first disc golf course is opened in Pembrokeshire.  more...

After Dark offers a night to remember

Are you ready for After Dark? From July 24th to August 30th, the all-day fun of Oakwood goes on through the evening until 10pm!  more...

Something for everyone this summer

WHATEVER your age or interests, the beautiful county of Pembrokeshire has just what you are looking for in a holiday or a family day out.   more...

Treasure islands

Interesting places to visit in Pembrokeshire don't end where the sea begins.   more...

What's on

Discover Pembrokeshire in a very special way - by joining in some of the many events in the National Park Authority's acclaimed annual activities and events programme.  more...

Swing when you're winning

PEMBROKESHIRE has an abundance of first class golf courses for the enthusiast or novice golfer to relax and enjoy.  more...

You're shore to find a beach to suit you

SPRAWLING spectacularly for over 185 miles, Pembrokeshire's unspoiled coastline, with it's rugged cliffs and rolling waves, is a treasure chest of adventure for any outdoor enthusiast.  more...

These boots were made for walking

WHATEVER your preference or ability when it comes to walking, you will find just what you are looking for in Pembrokeshire.   more...

Local produce on the menu

Pembrokeshire offers a wonderful variety of delicious produce for visitors and residents alike.  more...

Town celebrates190 proud years

It was in 1814 that the tiny hamlet of Pater Church became Pembroke Dock and the Royal Naval Dockyard was built - the only Royal Dockyard in Wales - and with it the realisation of the strategic importance of the Milford Haven Waterway.  more...

Get a beach body

As part of its FIT IN campaign to encourage more women and girls to take part in exercise, the Sports Council for Wales is urging people to make the most of their local beaches as an alternative to the gym this summer. Pembrokeshire is no exception and Broad Haven, Freshwater West and Newgale are just a handful of settings that provide the ideal location for some beach fitness. Dr Huw Jones, chief executive of the Sports Council for Wales, said: "Pembrokeshire's beaches are ideal for indulging in some exercise while enjoying the summer warmth. The quality and variety of beaches in this area make a much more attractive place to exercise than a stuffy gym." There are plenty of fun ways to keep fit on the beach. Windsurfing, diving and waterbiking all offer an adrenaline-boosting, exciting afternoon. You could even think about booking a course of scuba-diving lessons, (go to www.dive pembrokeshire.com) so not only will you be fit and toned but you'll also have a new skill to boot!   more...

Water, water everywhere

Surrounded by water on three sides, Pembrokeshire is the ideal place to visit if you enjoy watersports.  more...

Let the horse do the walking

There are many ways to get out and about in the Pembrokeshire countryside this spring - hiking, cycling ... but why work so hard?   more...

Sample the delights of gardens galore

WHATEVER the time of year - from the fresh loveliness of spring flowers to the mellow colours of the autumn - it is always a pleasure to visit beautiful gardens.  more...

  
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