Llanteg Spring Newsletter 2015

24 What’s On 26th July Sunday 26th July—12-6pm 12-6pm Family Fun Day Field south of Old School Garden south of Old School Garden. A free entry family fun day to help raise funds for Wales Air Ambulance, Free admission. with a donation to Tavernspite CP School and Llanteg Village Hall. See front cover Field based event with lots to see and do.... including demo and circus skills for full details. workshop with Circusdayze, laser targets with Battlefield Live Pembs, Ludchurch Produce Show - to be held at Llanteg Hall on Friday 7th Shotokan Karate, Carmarthen Twirlers, Kelly Williams School of Dance, August. This has classes for adults and children and includes fruit and Andrew Jenkins DJ, Dylan the Dragon mascot, live music from The Newly vegetables, cookery, floral arrangements, crafts and photography. For Deads, Frozen songs with Kelly Joanne Treasure, open mic, Bigplaynarberth, various stalls, bouncy castle, disney slide, kids’ slip and more information ring 831468 or email [email protected] slide, pony rides, kids’ rides, raffle with amazing prizes, tarot readings, face painting, Pembrokeshire Pet Parties, Dog Flyball Display Team, harpist, Emily's hand knitted hats, snoods, spray art/glitter tattoos, tug of war, team games and much more.... gifts and wool shop Also BBQ, Pembrokeshire Wood-Fired Pizza, Bar, Vanilla Soft Ice Cream Emily Clark, Proprietor Cart, slush puppy and candyfloss… Emily’s Funky Knit Shop at Amroth Bay Holidays, Amroth, Narberth More event details on Llanteg Charity Fun Day Facebook page. SA67 8PR Helpers—can we ask if anyone wants to help, even for an hour or so (eg 07823696966 selling raffle tickets, running a stall, etc) then please get in touch. Also first www.emilysfunkyknits.com aiders needed plus someone to be Dylan the Dragon...and Dylan's guide. @emilysknits Contact - [email protected] or ring 07792 497970. www.facebook.com/emilysfunkyknits [email protected] www.facebook.com/llantegcharityfunday If you have any Llanteg related news or congratulations that you wish to be included in the next issue of the Newsletter please get in touch. We can only include what we get to hear about! 01834 831298 or [email protected]

2 23 For Crunwere Parish & outlying properties From the Somme area we proceeded to Belgium. One of our first missions was to attend the ceremony of the 'Last Post' at the Menin Gate, Ypres (now more commonly known by Compiler Ruth Roberts, Sandy Grove: [email protected] 01834 831298 its Flemish name of Ieper). The ceremony has taken place every evening at 8pm since 1928, regardless of weather. The imposing arches of the Menin Gate contain the names Proof Reader Ruth Webb, Furzy Park of 54,896 soldiers from the then British Empire who have no known grave. It was a most Distributors Members of Hall Committee moving occasion to be part of a very large gathering in this remarkable ceremony of respect and remembrance. On 9 July 2015 at 8pm the Last Post ceremony will be played Published May and November—FREE to each household for the 30,000 time at this location. The following day we headed for Tynecot cemetery which was combined with a visit to Funded by Hall Committee and advertisements the Memorial Museum, Passchendaele. Tynecot cemetery contains 11,953 graves, 8362 being unidentified. It is accepted too that many who were not recovered are buried where Advertise £10 per small box (£20 large box) for two issues they fell in that area. Our 4 day visit to the WWI battlefields of the Somme and Belgium was drawing to a DISCLAIMER Any business advertised does not imply a recommendation close. We visited far more locations than I have referred to, and, of course, the loss of Next Deadline for Autumn/Winter 2015 issue—15th October life of young German soldiers was equally as appalling and devastating for their loved ones. Autumn Delivery by mid-November 2015 It is difficult to categorise winners and losers in a conflict such as this. With the extensive loss of life and prolonged suffering of intense proportions, surely we are all losers if we On Web www.llanteg-village.co.uk analyse such conflicts in human terms. Political analysts may well of course come to Printers Clayton’s Business Machines, Cold Blow, Narberth 01834 860013 different conclusions. Sometimes forgotten in the carnage of WWI is the loss of life of probably thousands of horses and wild life whose numbers cannot be calculated because 3/4/5/6 - Tributes CONTENTS 15/16/17 - Tavernspite School of the sheer volume involved. 7/8 - Village Hall & Com. Association 18 - Badgers Bowls I think it appropriate to remind ourselves of the sacrifice in human terms of this ruthless 9/10 - Some Businesses 19 - Congratulations war. Almost 10 million military personnel were killed, included 750,000 British, 62,000 11 - 100 Club 20/21 - About Your Village Australians, 17,000 from New Zealand, 65,000 Canadians, 74,000 Indians, 58,000 11 - Llanteg Runners 21 - Amroth Church News Belgiums, 117,000 Americans, 1.4 million French and over 2 million Germans. 12/13 - History Society 22/23 - An Event in History? I am more aware after my visit that this war is not merely an 'event' in history but a living 14 - Council News 24 - What’s On reality which is kept alive by the dedicated care and devotion to those who lie in thousands of graves and also the meticulous way the names of those not recovered are Short Cutz SWEET TREATS HANDYMAN inscribed with such moving tribute on the many memorials. Dean Thompson It was not 'The War to end all Wars' but remains a stark reminder of the horrific Unisex Hair Salon Candy Cart Hire, party Painting, decorating, consequences and even futility of such conflicts with the sacrifice of those involved and Llanteg bags for all occasions. decking, mowers, small the devastating loss suffered by loved ones. tool repairs etc The visit is certainly recommended but should be thoroughly planned and researched 831113 Jesse Rd, Narberth All jobs considered—big beforehand, not only to visit the sites of such devastation and remembrance but also to 07414526114 enjoy spectacular scenery, wonderful architecture and very welcoming hospitality. A big thank-you to or small I’ll do them all. everyone for janetthompson@ 07414697689 John James supporting Short Cutz fsmail.net Pembrokeshire Caravan Care Cambridge Weight Plan is looking to start in YOUR area! Local FREE 1-2-1 consultations from qualified consultants & nutritionists. Businesses Caravan & Motorhome Mobile Repairs, Servicing & Spares Contact Catherine or Louise for more information. Thank you for 07970674304 or 07948373090 [email protected] your support. Call Rob 01834 831714 or 07803 146416 www.pembrokehshirecaravancare.com ——————————Also————————— PowerTouch Motor Mowers supplied and fitted

22 3 An 'Event' in history or a 'Living Reality'? Professor Martin Brasier I was already familiar with the 'event' referred to as the 'Great War' which was predicted to Passed away 16th December. Martin was a professor at Oxford University, but had a holiday be 'the war to end all wars'. It was, to me, a conflict in recent history that I now realise I home at Llanteg Park and had intended spending more of his retirement down in Pembrokeshire. should have looked upon with a greater appreciation of its impact, sacrifice and Very interested in natural history, Martin sadly lost his life in a significance. tragic car accident near Oxford. He was also very enthusiastic for music, archaeology and the history of science. He had been The war between Germany and the Allies, which included Britain and France, began on at Oxford since 1988 as a Tutorial Fellow at St Edmund Hall, and 4th August 1914 after Germany invaded France via Belgium. Many thousands were killed, as Professor of Palaeobiology at the Dept of Earth Sciences. Retiring from academic duties last year Martin continued to have including nearly 20,000 British troops on the first day of the Battle of the Somme in France. a strong research presence in the Dept and the museum of Natural History. His research had led to fundamental discoveries about the origins of life on Earth and his My appreciation and wider understanding of the sacrifice and suffering changed work addressed all periods of Earth history. His legacy is also significant in the people he dramatically following a recent visit to the Somme area and Belgium with my son, trained and inspired. He was full of fascinating insights and with a dry sense of humour. Other duties have included serving as Chair of the Faculty of Earth Sciences and of the especially as my grandfather fought in the Somme at Mametz Wood, and other locations. Subcommission on Cambrian Stratigraphy, a member of National Science Foundation panels and membership of NASA panels on life on Mars. He held a Professorship at The areas of interest and sacrifice are too numerous to mention. I will, however, refer to a Memorial University, Newfoundland and also published a book to celebrate Darwin’s few of the hundreds of cemeteries and memorials which are so clean and well kept, a 200th Birthday called ‘Darwin’s Lost World’. Our condolences to Martin’s wife Celia. tribute to those with that responsibility. One of the first memorials we visited was Kenneth Richard Bevan the very impressive Franco-British Devastation of Delville Wood Passed away on 25 December aged 61 years. Ken passed away suddenly leaving his wife Elizabeth (Liz) and monument at Thiepval which contains three children Hywel, Iwan and Nia. Ken was born and brought up at Three Wells Farm near the names of over 72,000 missing Tavernspite. He attended Tavernspite School before moving on to become Head Boy at both Narberth Secondary and then soldiers whose bodies were never found. Whitland Grammar School. Ken was very well known locally, being the fourth of eight The South African National Museum at children. Ken began dentistry with Mr Idris Morgan in 1981, Longueval which stands in Delville Wood later running his own dental practice at Glen Cottage in Tenby since 1993. (also known as Devil Wood) is a further The funeral was conducted by Rev'd Nigel Griffin, who had attended both primary and example of total bravery and sacrifice grammar schools with Ken and who had also officiated at Ken's marriage to Liz in 1980. Moving tributes were given at the funeral by Ken's three children, who recounted Ken's where on 15 July 1916 121 officers and many interests which included sailing, horse riding, learning the violin, tinkering with tractors, gardening and cycling, but also highlighting the very loving and supportive father 3032 men held their positions until Ken had been. relieved some five days later when only 142 men came out unscathed. An area we were determined to visit was Mametz Wood, which I have referred to previously, where the 38th (Welsh) Division attacked German positions on 10th July 1916 in an horrific battle. Fighting at close quarters with bayonets, they captured the wood on 12th July, but at a cost of 4,000 casualties. It was very emotional to see the memorial Welsh Memorial Mametz Wood containing a large Welsh dragon which acknowledged the Welsh presence and sacrifice. The village of Mametz had been reduced to ruins during the conflict and the wood itself contained the destructive scars of battle. Both however have now been restored. It was both humbling and an honour to walk through the wood and surrounding area where so many had lost their lives and to witness the craters left behind during the shelling and also to follow near the footsteps of my grandfather.

4 21 Movingly Ken's coffin was carried by his six brothers, Keith, Roy, Tony, Howard, Max and Reg. For more information please contact our Haverfordwest office: Our condolences go to Liz, Hywel, Iwan and Nia and also the extended family. 01437 764639 e-mail: [email protected] or 07837 188360 e-mail to [email protected] Anne Dudley A carer is someone of any age who provides unpaid support to family or friends who could not manage without this help. This could be caring for a relative, partner or friend who is ill, Passed away 25 December aged 67 years. frail, disabled or has mental health or substance misuse problems. Anne was born in 1947 to loving parents Dennis and Rene Dudley, Anne’s sister Joan was born in 1949. Anne was born with a number News from St Elidyr’s Church, Amroth of health problems and her parents were hugely committed to caring for her. May - Th 28th family Quiz and Tea 18.00 – 21.00 Summerhill Hall Most holidays were spent in Pembrokeshire, especially at Pendeilo June - Sat 6th Derby Day Pimms and Welsh Cakes Amroth front Villa caravan site where Miss Davies was very kind to Anne and her July - Fri 3rd Stalls on Amroth Front time TBA family. Anne enjoyed riding in the car around the lanes and playing August - Fri 14th Fete 11.00 – 16.00 Amroth Front and paddling in the sea. In 1967 Miss Davies told Dennis that York September - Fri 18th Coffee Morning 10.00 – 12.00 Summerhill Hall House was up for sale. After viewing many properties this was the October - Fri 2nd Harvest Service at Church 18.00 and Supper 19.30 at Amroth Arms one. Sadly the old stone building had structural problems and had to (Please bring dried food/tins to donate to PATCH, fruit and veg parcels to be auctioned) be demolished to make way for a new modern home. November - Sat 7th Beetle Drive 15.00 – 17.00 Summerhill Hall The family moved in the early 70s with Anne and her family living in the annex while the main December- Family service to be arranged house was for holiday lets. In 1977 Dennis and Rene took on the Village P.O., which they We will need some small groups to arrange each of these events, so please consider located in a new double garage. Many people knew Anne from visiting the Post Office and seeing her each morning waiting for the minibus to take her to The Avenue Centre in Tenby. helping to organise one or two activities. In 1983 Rene sadly passed away, but Dennis continued to care for Anne, and with help even took her on holidays in the UK and abroad. In the early 90s Dennis gave up the P.O. and All need to be confirmed but please look out for notices around village. We would welcome began to build a bungalow where the double garage had been. Eventually Anne had to live in a care home. In Benlands, Pembroke, she began wearing fashionable clothes and nail varnish any other ideas from individuals or businesses in the villages surrounding us. as the caring staff gave her a make over. Not long after Anne had to enter hospital for major surgery. Showing remarkable courage she It has been decided that for a while we will join with the other churches in our group on the seemed to recover but the cancer was spreading. With more health needs Anne then entered The Brambles at Broadmoor. Barbara and Ian and the caring staff gave Anne a most caring first Sunday of every month at St Issells for a joint service of worship at 10.30am. The and loving home there right up to the end of her life. She died peacefully on Christmas Day. Anne was never able to speak but there is no doubt that if she had been she would have said other Sundays will continue with 9.00am service at St Elidyr, and we welcome all. how kind the people of Llanteg had been to her and how much she had enjoyed living in such a lovely place. Our harvest will be on Friday 2nd October with 18.00hrs service in Church followed by Joan Kendrick supper at Amroth Arms 19.30hrs. All are welcome to both or either event. Mrs M Harbord Val Beynon Mrs Marion Harbord, aged 81 years, of Ael y Don, passed away peacefully at home on Amroth Community Council Clerk (also covering Crunwere Ward) September 20th 2014, beloved wife of Doug, dearly loved mum and mother in law. if you ever need our clerk: Mrs J Morgan e-mail: [email protected] Mr D W Harbord JusT Home HORSEMANSTONE Rose Park Friends Organic Farm Mr Douglas Walter Harbord, aged 90 years, of Ael y Don, passed away peacefully at Amroth Road Withybush Hospital on October 20th 2014, beloved husband of the late Marion, dearly loved Pet Sitting, Odd Jobs or SA67 8QJ Lamb dad and father in law. Maintenance overseen while Shop Open you are away or at work or 4 Star Guesthouse and also Holiday Cottage 831111 for local Holiday homes. www.roseparkorganic For more information 07964 775006 please ring Anna on farm.co.uk 01834 831737

20 5 Llanteg on TV Jane Lawrence Did you spot Llanteg being mentioned back in February in two episodes of the X-Ray TV Jane passed away at home on Boxing Day 2014. programme in connection with a land fraud case? Not the best publicity for the village. She was born on 16th October 1927 at Great Merrixton Farm, the eldest of three children. Her brothers were Care and Repair George, who passed away 20 years ago and Richard (Dick) who tragically died in 1957. Pembrokeshire Care and Repair for older and disabled homeowners and private tenants in She attended Stepaside Primary School (just a short walk Pembrokeshire. from her family home) and went on to Narberth Grammar Advice, support and practical assistance. Home improvements, handyman service or home School. Her nursing career began at the Middlesex maintenance. 01437 774754 www.pembs-cr.co.uk Hospital in London, where she firstly became an SRN and then trained as a midwife, and it was just a few years later Macular Support Group she decided, with her friend Helen, to travel to New Zealand (which in those days was a 6 week sea voyage) Interested in a group in this area? Contact Amanda Read 01453 755803. to work as a midwife, beginning in Auckland, in Rotarua (where she cared for the Maori people) and other towns. Moving On In 1955 she returned, but on the return journey she took the opportunity to visit Perth, Sydney, Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town, before recommencing work at the We have recently said farewell to some residents - Dilys Jenkinson from Lower Pendeilo and Middlesex Hospital as a ward sister. her two tenants; Irene Webb and David Bredeson. Dilys was involved with many community Jane maintained close friendships with her nursing colleagues throughout her life. aspects, she was a Community Councillor and had once stood as Local Councillor. Dilys had It 1958 she married Wyn Lawrence of Trelessy Farm, where Robert their eldest son was been involved with the Hall Committee, History Group, beach clean ups and the Soroptimists. born in October 1959 and in 1960, they moved into the bungalow they had built at Malcolm and Jeanne Brewin of The Barn have also moved. They were both very enthusiastic Trelessy, and it was this same year that David was born. Sadly David passed away in helpers with the Community Association at both The Claypits and Old School Garden. April 2001. Jane worked tirelessly bringing up her family and working on the farm, but she still New Footpath Gates managed to always support local events, social and fundraising, helping to raise significant amounts towards Cystic Fibrosis Research in their friendship with John Before Christmas new swing gates started being put up on some of our footpaths, namely at Morgan and family at New Inn. She was a member of The Mothers Union, Llanteg Folly Crossroads, south of Belvue and south of Mountain Chapel and also in the interconnecting History Society and she and Wyn were instrumental in starting the YFC in Llanteg and fields. both becoming leaders. They were also church wardens at Amroth Church. Following Wyn's death in 2003, Robert took over the caring role for his mother, as sadly Crossroads Care Mid & West Wales first her eyesight and then her general health deteriorated. Jane will be sadly missed by her close family, as a dearly loved mother and much loved grandmother and her many Practical support to unpaid Carers: friends and neighbours. *Respite (replacement) care, usually in the home, by supplying trained Carer Support Workers to relieve the Carer for periods of time: Janet (Jan) Joy Elizabeth James *Saturday Club for people with memory loss (Milford Haven 10am – 4pm) *Emergency one-off respite arrangements Passed away January 7th aged 72 years. Involvement in Carers’ Voice Project: Jan was living at Himalaya, Amroth and will be remembered by many locally from when *Training and networking sessions she ran the shop at Summerhill. *One-to-one sessions to share Carers’ experience and views of service provision Jan was born in Bristol and worked for a wholesale pharmaceutical company until 1969 Outreach work: when her first child Martyn was born, followed by Nicholas in 1970 and Kevin in 1973. *One-to-one sessions at the Surgeries to support Carers (talk about their caring role; help to She met husband Glyn at Bristol Saracens Rugby Club in 1964 and they married in find out what support is available etc.) August 1967.

6 19 During the early 1980s Jan began child fostering including high risk Ruth Roberts 831298 [email protected] babies and this continued up until 1989 when Glyn and Janet purchased the village shop in Summerhill and the boys all initially worked in the Birthdays shop until they developed their own businesses. Janet had a lively personality and enjoyed taking part in all social Some belated Birthday greetings and Birthday wishes to: activities with much Involvement in Amroth Community Carnival and fund Audrey James of Rose Park who was 89 on 15th January raising events in The Amroth Arms. She was regularly involved in Jennifer Lawrence of York Lodge had her 21st on 8th April assisting with the grandchildren, looking after them and picking them up Graham Mortimer of Lansdowne was 89 on 11th April from school when needed. Hope Raymond of Rose Cottage who will be 10 on 14th May Our condolences to Glyn, Martyn and Kathy (Oaklands), Nicholas and Andrew Mason of Carlands will be 46 on 17th May Anneka, Kevin and Helen and the grandchildren and great grandchildren. Poppy James of Caldey View who will be 1 on 24th May Zoe Lawrence of York Lodge who will be 18 on the 21st July and Graham Thompson Jean Mortimer of Lansdowne who will be 83 on 2nd September. Passed away 2nd November aged 71 years. National Maths Challenge Graham Thompson of No 5 Llanteg Park sadly passed away very suddenly after returning home from hospital. Well done to Liam Pilot from Crunwere Close for being one of the Graham lived alone at Llanteg Park following the sudden death of his team from Ysgol Dyffryn Taf who went to London in February to take wife Anne in 2010. part in the National Final of the Senior Team Maths Challenge. The Graham was born in 1942 and grew up with his family in Castle team finished 29th out of the 72 finalists. Bromwich, Birmingham. He excelled at school, and followed on his Said Liam \"I was very proud to represent my school in the studies at college before choosing his career within the plumbing competition. I thought we did very well against tough opposition.\" industry. He did exceptionally well, achieving his merits and certificates and eventually went on to run the family business. Welcoming Some New Residents The family remained in Birmingham where a career within the construction industry quickly followed for Graham, seeing him work his way up to become a senior manager. Andy and Mary Dawe and daughter Ciara have moved into The Barn. In 1984 Graham suffered a devastating accident at home which left him with a severe brain David and Louise Embra and their daughters Grace and Charlotte, along with parents injury which had a massive impact on the whole family. Lou and Mary Embra, who live in Red Gables. Then in 1989 Graham and Anne decided to leave the hustle and bustle of Birmingham and join David Hughes and his children Meru and Carys, along with Lucy Wheelan, who live at Anne's parents down in Llanteg Park. Many happy years were to follow while Graham and Trelessy Farm. Anne settled into life within Wales looking after Anne's parents and building a strong friendship Roy and Sally Morgan who have recently moved into Katelios. with their dear friends Bob and Nalda Hughes. Frances and Steven Rayner and their daughter Stephanie at Clayfield. Following the loss of Anne, Graham was only able to remain in his home at Llanteg due to the help and support of Bob and Nalda and his family. These are the people we have heard about so if anyone has any new residents to add Graham's three children Sue, Kay and Stephen would like to express their thanks and gratitude please get in touch for next time. No one was missed out intentionally but as we are such a for all the support that Bob and Nalda gave him to ensure that Graham lived a happy and scattered community we do not always hear when people arrive. contented life. New Grandparents Sue Hulme & Kay Richards Congratulations to Ruth and Andy Webb of Furzy Park on the birth of their first grandchild Donations in Memory Rosalie Catherine (Rosie), a daughter born on 31st March to Joanna and Simon. David Glanville late of Cresselly—£1,180 for British Heart Foundation, Ronnie Glanville Seaford—£530 for the Paul Sartori Foundation, Douglas Harbord £55 for the Royal British Legion, Marion Harbord £105 for National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society.

18 7 Neville Ruff 812605[email protected] Sue James 831468 [email protected] Meet on Tuesdays & Fridays 7.00pm at Llanteg Hall Take an Interest in your Hall? We are nearing the end of the Badgers Short Mat bowls season with mixed results. In the Main League we have finished in our lowest position for many years, losing games we should have With dwindling numbers on the committee due to some members moving away we are won at the early part of the season but did improve towards the last few matches. The appealing for anyone who might feel they could come along and help us out. President’s Shield was the complete opposite as we took an early lead and won games we felt We will not be immediately pressing you to hold office but a few more faces would help would be a struggle and ending the season winning the Shield by a comfortable margin, for the share the load and also elicit fresh ideas. second year running. The Village Hall is now combined with the Community Association and it is the same few We put a rinks team in the South Pembrokeshire Friendly League competition which we people on these committees as in the History Group—so these few shoulder all the work. managed to win after a very close final, only winning on the very last end. The Hall is at the centre of the village and needs support and funds to keep running. In the cup competitions we are through to the semi-final in the Bisley Munt Cup and the Ken With its refurbishment in 1999 and now a new kitchen soon to be installed it would be good Havard Cup, both semi-finals will be played mid-April. to have some fresh blood to support it and ensure that it can continue for many years to The Pembrokeshire County team has again won the Welsh finals at Llandrindod and the come. Badgers Hazel Wadey was in that team and we congratulate Hazel and the Pembrokeshire team, and wish them well for the British Isles Finals in Ireland. Llanteglos Estate We bowl on Tuesday and Friday evenings from 7.00pm and it is a very pleasant way to spend a Holiday site open all year with Self-Catering Lodges for sale and for hire and B&B winter’s evening, a change from the TV. So if you wish to try Short Mat Bowling contact us On-site licensed pub, The Wanderer's Rest Inn, serving drinks and meals (see through the Llanteg web site. separate advert below). Casual cleaners wanted particularly over summer season. Neville Ruff Tel: (01834) 831677 or text 0797 312 3829 Our location: - See our brown signs on the A477 in Llanteg directing you - we are Jubilee Tree Planting—1977 located on the road leading to Amroth. A sports and social evening had been organised by Mr Peter Blake. The sports were for all Email: [email protected] Website: www.llanteglos-estate.com ages and included tug-of-war pulls, a five-a-side football knockout match and many other THE WANDERER'S REST INN, LLANTEG (AT LLANTEGLOS ESTATE) events followed by an excellent tea. Renowned for its rustic charm and family-friendly atmosphere! The oldest surviving member of the original Public WEEKDAYS (Monday to Friday) 5 - 11 p.m. Hall Committee (from 1948), Mr Bill George, planted WEEKENDS (Saturdays and Sundays) 12 Noon - 11 p.m. two trees in the hall grounds, an acer given by Geoff In addition to bar service, meals will be available from 1st May. James and a flowering cherry given by South Pembs FOR FURTHER INFORMATION/TO BOOK A TABLE PHONE OR TEXT 07588 553329 The Wanderer's Rest is available for functions - birthdays, anniversaries etc. - contact the District Council. above number to discuss your requirements, menus etc. This was followed by a social evening with dancing. Directions: - From the A477 at the Murco Garage in Llanteg, if travelling west take the first turning left onto the road leading down to Amroth. You will see our brown The large number of willing helpers were to be \"Wanderer's Rest Inn\" signs directing you. thanked at the next meeting of the Crunwere Community Council. (Tenby Observer 17 June 1977) The Flowering Cherry Llanteg Walking Group Jill Chatwin has set up a dedicated Facebook page for the group, called ‘Llanteg Community Association - Walking Group’. If you ‘like’ the page you can get updates as to when our next walks are planned.

8 17 Guided Walk Round the Stackpole Estate There were also a number of activities throughout the day including story reading sessions with the older pupils reading to the younger children in our school. On Saturday 11th April a group of us met at the National Trust car park at Stackpole Quay for a Tavernspite School is recognised for its excellence in environmental and sustainability work. We were recently re-assessed for the Eco-platinum Award, the highest level of the guided walk round the Stackpole Estate. This was organised by Jill Chatwin on behalf of the sustainable schools programme. We passed with flying colours which recognizes our work concerning environmental issues, sustainability, global citizenship and outdoor learning. Llanteg Hall and Community Association and was led by Haydn Garlick, the Pembrokeshire This term we enjoyed the opening of ‘The Cabin’, a recently built outdoor cabin and Coast National Park ranger for that area. It was a sunny, though breezy, afternoon and we set workshop area which is going to be used as an area for further developing outdoor learning with literacy and numeracy at the heart. The opening was a community event with off on a five mile circular walk, starting at Stackpole Quay itself. We then took the coast path to Simon Hart MP officially opening the resource in the company of many children, parents Barafundle and crossed the beach before climbing up again and walking to the end of Stackpole and staff. Friends of Tavernspite School (FoTS) worked tirelessly to raise money to build this brilliant resource. The Cabin was built by local artist and film maker, David Welton, Head. It was a very clear afternoon so from various points along the way we could see Caldey Animality Productions. One of FoTS’ fantastic fund raising ideas was to hold the Apprentice Challenge in which pupils are given £2 and then challenged to use it to make Island, with the Gower in the distance, and Lundy Island too. We saw gulls on the cliffs, getting as much money as possible. The whole school embraced this brilliant idea. We held a very ready for nesting, and were also lucky enough to see choughs and catch a glimpse of a successful ‘Fleamarket’ in school to provide a venue for the children to sell some of their items. It was virtually a complete sell-out and great fun. The winners of the different peregrine falcon flying past. From Stackpole Head we turned inland and took the path above categories were announced in the ‘Apprentice Challenge Celebration Assembly’ and prizes awarded. Special congratulations to overall Apprentice winner, Pearl Voaden aged Broadhaven beach, through the sand dunes to Bosherston lily ponds, following the eastern 7. shore of the largest one. After crossing the Grassy Bridge, we took a right turn towards the Eight Thank you for taking the time to read our school news! If you wish to know anything else please do not hesitate to contact me at school. Arch Bridge, where we saw early spring flowers blooming including primroses, wood anemones and violets. Turning to the right again, across the Eight Kevin Phelps, Arch Bridge, we continued along the path through open Headteacher farmland (privately owned) which led us back to the car BATTLEFIELD LIVE park. We learned a lot from Haydn about the wildlife along Battlefield Live Pembrokeshire Laser Combat is for everyone. the cliffs and in the parkland together with the history of the We cater for all ages from 7 up. Since opening in 2009 we have steadily built up a loyal client base and enhanced our gaming area and are proud to say we are considered one Stackpole Estate and Stackpole Court itself. The estate c. Jill Chatwin of the UK's leading laser combat sites. 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16 9 The winning art entries and musical/recital performances were displayed and performed at our AMROTH BAY HOLIDAYS Cawl a Chan evening which was very well supported by friends and families. Our Ymgom, Welsh Drama group, gained first place in the Cylch round of the Eisteddfod held in Narberth Friends or relatives visiting but not sure where to stay? School and were placed second in the County competition narrowly missing out on the Try a luxury caravan holiday: CH/DG, Sat TV, etc opportunity to perform at the National Eisteddfod in North Wales. Book on behalf of your friends or relatives and get There is no doubt as to the generosity of the families of Tavernspite School as they support an additional 10% discount. numerous charities. To help the ‘Friends of Narberth Swimming Pool’ the children were We are on Long Lane between Llanteg and Amroth seafront. asked to dress up in blue or anything else related to water/swimming and offer a donation 01834 831259 which was collected and given to the ‘Friends of Narberth Pool.’ Children in Need was www.amrothbay.co.uk - [email protected] celebrated with a number of exciting activities and some very interesting outfits in the school. If you have relatives that would like to be near you more often than an occasional holiday why not It was decided to share the proceeds between Children In Need and the funds for our link suggest they buy a holiday caravan at Amroth Bay? 34 weeks of the year for the price of 1 short school, Bububu, in Zanzibar. £590 was raised altogether i.e. £295 for each charity. The staff family holiday abroad! performed their own version of the ‘Children in Need Choir’ song which was further enjoyed when Radio Pembrokeshire came and made a recording of it too! One of our teachers, Mrs. EDGEY’S GARAGE Ceri Emanuel travelled to the island of Zanzibar, off the coast of Tanzania, to further develop 01834 832945 our links with Bububu School. This is our third trip to Zanzibar. The trips, funded by the British Council, play a significant part in developing our global links with the children benefiting from (Opened December 2013 but with almost 30 years’ experience) learning about a school very different from ours. Finally, Everyone supported Comic Relief by dressing in red, sparkly and shiny outfits. We raised a grand total of £650. To rear of High Noon Stores, Llanteg Filling Station Our sport teams have been very busy and have taken part in swimming, cross-country, football and netball competitions. We have numerous sports clubs after school including 8-5.30pm Monday to Friday, 8-12 noon Saturday football, rugby, netball and running. Many congratulations to our netball team who won the Full range of services for all makes of vehicle including Servicing, Welding, MOT Cylch Clunderwen, the local round of the Urdd netball tournament. The oldest pupils spent an extremely enjoyable, challenging and exciting week at the Preparation, Tyres, Exhausts, Brakes and Diagnostics. residential Pembrokeshire Adventure Centre, sometimes known as Watersports in Pembroke Parts delivered 12 times a day and your car can be Dock. They had the experience of canoeing, kayaking, sailing, raft building and other exciting collected and delivered to your home. team building activities in generally good weather! As I completed my second Ironman triathlon in September I was very touched by the huge 24 Hour Breakdown Service—0797 1872112 amount of support I received from the parents, grandparents and children from Tavernspite School. I could hardly believe the amazing support I had all the way around but particularly Tenby Tourers around Narberth, Princes Gate and, of course, later on in Tenby for the run. I am really grateful for the great effort made by many Tavernspite School families by making and Crofty, Llanteg SA67 8QE displaying banners and standing for such a long time to support me and the other competitors. Caravan Sales/Repairs Special News – Our Friends of Tavernspite School (FoTS) gained first place in the float Caravan and Camping Accessory Shop competition in both the Narberth Summer and Winter Carnivals, winning the ‘Arthur Memorial’ www.tenbytourers.co.uk shield and £500 for school funds. It was lovely to see the children and parents being part of Open 7 days a week - 07769118170 or 01834 831900 the community festivities. One of our pupils, Annabel Morby, Year 3, won the Simon Hart MP Design a Christmas Card competition out of hundreds of other entries. She produced a Simon Egginton beautiful snowman card which clearly captivated the judges. Also, we had a great time celebrating World Book Day. The children looked wonderful dressed Simon’s Building Services up as their favourite characters. General Builder, Plastering, Blocking, Rendering, Carpentry, Kitchens & Bathrooms, New Builds & Extensions No job too small—FREE estimates. Call 07870 395011 or 01834 831719

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14 11 831775 [email protected] Andy Webb 01834 831452 [email protected] Things are settling down now within the Council after the departure of our money grabbing £12 to join for a year (April—March). 50% for prize money and 50% is for Hall funds. Chief Executive. I must say it is a different atmosphere altogether now that he is in the past. The staff appear more relaxed and happy with their lot. Mr Ian Westley who is currently 4th draw—drawn at Hall AGM on 14th January: £25 Badgers Bowls number 32, £15 Sue the acting head of paid service is a totally different kind of person who is keen to consult on James number 38, £10 Andy Webb number 44. matters, as has been evident recently, when consultation sessions were held across the 5th draw—drawn at Hall Meeting on 25th March: £25 R J Hinman number 77, £15 Joan County regarding the best way forward in the lee of severe financial cuts and restraints. It is Robinson number 4, £10 Patrick Hayes number 54. likely that in the near future, maybe before you read this, the new CEO will be appointed at a 6th draw—drawn at Hall Meeting on 25th March (being the final draw of the year this prize much reduced salary to what Bryn Parry Jones received. fund is increased by 50%): £35 Graeme Jones number 69, £20 Carol Mason number 2, Mr Paul Harries is our new headmaster at Stepaside school and is settling in well after his first £13 Darran James number 3. term at the school. You may have noticed that Stepaside school features on almost a weekly basis in the local press portraying some of the activities that are going on in the school. Local Runners Now that summer is on its way the road top dressing and repairs will be getting under way. The roads in our area are the A477 from Penybont junction to Coldwell junction which Well done to local runners Thomas Lewis and his housemate Jonathan Roberts from will have a temporary 10/40mph and Prohibition of Overtaking order whilst this work is being carried out. It is necessary to provide a temporary 10mph speed limit for convoy working and a Llanteg Park for their recent events. 40mph speed limit and prohibition of overtaking to protect the workforce and provide a safe route for road users whilst this work is in progress. This work is programmed for July 2015 but Jonathan took part in the Daffodil Bike Run on 1st March. Thomas and Jonathan both the date may vary slightly from this. completed the Llanelli Half Marathon on 8th March, the Locally the top dressing programme will involve the C3045 from Amroth Castle to Llanteg (only the areas not recently resurfaced), C3045 Llanteg to Peggy Rogers corner, C3060 Amroth Carmarthen Triathlon on 12th April and the Tour of Arms to Amroth Church and Crunwere Church Llanteg on the narrow section not done in Pembrokeshire bike ride on 25th April. 2014. These works are scheduled to start around the County from 15th May 2015. Jonathan Jonathan is raising Kind regards Roberts money for Scope and his next event will be the Tony Brinsden Carten ride from Cardiff Poppy Appeal down to Tenby on 9th Margaret and Tony Brinsden of Norton Lodge once again wish to thank the folks of Llanteg for May. their outstanding generosity in giving a total of £485.98 to this year’s Poppy Appeal. In addition to this there was a further collection of £47.00 at the History Society www.justgiving.com/ Service of Remembrance at the Village Hall making a grand total of £532.98. JonRobertsIMWales This was a wonderful result for a very worthy cause. Some previous years’ figures: It is a shame they are Thomas Lewis 2013 - £436.00, 2012 – £457.70, 2011 – £359.61, 2010 – £422.63, going via Tavernspite 2009 – £509.69 and 2008 – £427.00. and not Llanteg! So 2014 was the best year so far with our recent figures. Well done to Tony and Margaret for doing this job each year around the village. Cuckoo A cuckoo was seen and heard at 6.30am on 23rd of April by Toby Phelps of Surfhaven in a large ash tree near the Wanderer's Rest. Their numbers have declined in recent years so it is very exciting that they are still in the Llanteg area. Has anyone else heard them? They are quite elusive these days.

12 13 Ruth Roberts 831298 [email protected] Military Headstone for John Lloyd after 96 Years Meet monthly every 3rd Tuesday 7.30pm at Hall The John Lloyd saga has been continuing for a few years now but Meetings, Speakers and Trips the wait has definitely been worth it. Not only have we found his final resting place in Canada and been In January we had a meal at Begelly Arms with members of Amroth Group. able to get him officially recognised as a war casualty but last February was a standard meeting. October saw John Lloyd finally get an official War headstone to In March we had a very interesting talk with Roger Penn who spoke about finally give him his official recognition. his recently released book—Sarah Jane Howell—his great aunt who, as a Although buried in an isolated backwater of a graveyard in the young teacher, drowned whilst trying to save one of her pupils from a flooded foothills of the Rocky Mountains he has not been forgotten and his river in 1911. The book is fascinating—with lots of research and social family are rightly very proud of what has been achieved. history as well as Sarah’s life story. In April our AGM had to be postponed due to absences. It will now be held Members Past in May. In the last few months we have lost two long term members from our group—Jane Picture Book from 1950s onwards for the Village Lawrence of Trelessy whose tribute is listed on page 5 and also Owen Vaughan of Pembroke. The History Society has been trying for a grant to fund a publication of more recent village For those who may not have known Owen, although he never photographs and its people. Unfortunately we have yet again been unsuccessful so this lived in Llanteg, he was a very enthusiastic supporter of our group project has been temporarily postponed. and revelled in finding out any information he could with regard to Oriels, which was his wife’s side of the family. Gravestones Online This Oriel research had been a passion of Owen’s for decades and when he went to live in Pembroke he continued to expand his Andy Webb and John Lewis Tunster brought our picture survey of both Crunwere Church and research areas into Military headstones and doing graveyard Mountain Chapel up to date and both the names of individuals and the grave pictures have surveys around Pembroke, as well as being an active member of now been uploaded to the Find A Grave website where they are available for people to search the online RootsChat forum where he provided lots of helpful online. advice to enquiries. In total 416 names and 456 photographs. Owen sadly passed away on 9th January after a long illness, though he was working up to the last and luckily was able to see his first book published. This book, The Headstones E. C. Thomas & Son and Memorials of Park Street, was released just before Christmas and will be followed by a book covering the Pembroke cemeteries of St Mary, St Michael and Monkton Priory. Independent Family Funeral Owen’s enthusiasm for history and anything Oriel related in particular will be sadly missed. Directors Est 1956 Our condolences to wife Carole, daughter Melanie and the rest of the family. Zoar Chapel Funeral Home BYRON’S CAFÉ iSea Surfwear LOST Woodland Garden of Remembrance Crofty Nurseries Handcrafted 07507629379 responsible Guinea pig from Pre-Paid Funeral Plans 8am—5pm 7 days a week Red Gables, Memorial Masons All day breakfast, surfwear Trelessy Lane. sandwiches, meals, cakes, made in Wales. Llanteg 01834 831876 Pembroke Dock 01646 682680 Sunday lunches. Called Cocoa. [email protected] www.ecthomasandson.co.uk Screen printing service for Also Pizzas and Kebabs hoodies, T-shirts, bags etc. Any info please coming soon. ring 831368. Visits by appointment Call Anna 07890023887 www.iseasurfwear.co.uk [email protected]