Llanteg Spring Newsletter 2021

Spring/Summer 2021 Issue 45 Llanteg's Virtual Winter Show 2020 Many thanks to all who contributed items to our Winter Show, organised by Llanteg Gardening Group. We were pleased to receive just over 100 images of entries. All the images are shown on the blog, along with certificates of the winners. This was our second Llanteg Virtual Show and we are learning as we go along. We had some very worthy winners and it is amazing to see the talents that people have. Mention must also be made of our two joint Best in Show winners: Sue James’ sheepdog and Mary Dawe’s wooden village. The children's entries were also very inventive and creative, and the cookery items all looked very appetising. During these strange times this is the only way we can try and keep together and in touch. All entries and winners can be seen online at llantegwintershow.blogspot.com Autumn Show 2021 We are holding our third Virtual Show this Autumn with the closing date of 1st September. Please see page 16 and the enclosed flyer for more information and a list of the classes.

2 LLANTEG COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER For Crunwere Parish & outlying properties Compiled by Ruth Roberts, Sandy Grove: [email protected] 01834 831298. Proof Reader - Barbara Sinclair. Distributed - by volunteers around the village. Next Deadline for Autumn/Winter 2021 - 15th October and next delivery by mid-Nov 2021. On Web - llantegvillagenewsletters.blogspot.co.uk. DISCLAIMER - Any business advertised does not imply a recommendation. Printed by - Bert Edwards Ltd, Milford Haven, SA73 2AJ. CONTENTS 3/4/5 - Tributes 15/16 - Llanteg Gardening Group 6 - Stepaside School 16 - Virtual Craft/Gardening Show 6/7 - Congratulations 17/18 - Tavernspite School 8/9 - Birthdays 18 - St Elidyr’s Church 9 - Garden Quizes 19 - Council News 10 - Some Local Businesses 20 - Llanteg Literati & Good Neighbours 11 - Llanteg Village Hall 21/22 - Some Local Businesses 12 - Llanteg Walking Group 23 - Around the Village 13 - 100 Club & New Residents 24 - Some Local Businesses 14 - Llanteg Nature Ramblings Tavernspite & Llanteg Oil Syndicate For both private and commercial properties, next deliveries will be the beginning of June & September. If you wish to join, please contact John Lewis-Tunster on 07964 775006, 01834 866930 or email [email protected] Busiesses and Adverts Much appreciation to all the local busiensses who continue to support this publication. Adverts included in this Newsletter are showing the ‘old normal’ opening times so please contact businesses for up to date opening times etc. HORSEMANSTONE Amroth Road SA67 8QJ 4 Star Guesthouse and also Holiday Cottage For more information, please ring Anna on 01834 831737

3 TRIBUTES TO... John Fraser Baggott (19 Feb 1940 to 3 Dec 2020) John was born in Worcestershire and had a happy childhood, growing up on a smallholding with his parents and sister. A keen sportsman, John played tennis, badminton and squash competitively in Droitwich Spa. John always had a hankering to farm and in 1977 the dream was realised with Helen, Richard and Mark moving to Rhos, Llangeler near Newcastle Emlyn. Never having farmed before, it was a huge learning curve, but John and our boys (when older) made a great success of the venture. In 2000 the family moved to The Nursery, Llanteg, and absolutely loved living there. John enjoyed bowling and joined Tenby Bowling Club in 2001, where he played competitively, and ultimately became Welsh Academy Manager and a Welsh selector. John was diagnosed with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis in 2012, a debilitating disease which John dealt with in his own inimitably strong fashion. A further move was necessary at this time and in 2016 the family moved to Wisemans Bridge, where John, ever stoic, spent valuable and quality time with his supportive and loving family. John will be remembered with love, hugs and wonderful memories by Helen, Richard, Mark, Sian, Alison, Cerian, Hanna and Sara. Helen Baggott Elwyn Callen Elwyn George Callen was born on 19th March 1938 at Watergoch, Amroth, which borders the Parish of Llanteg, and so he was considered to be a \"Llanteg boy\". He was educated at Amroth School, where his mother was head cook (we all had super school dinners!). On leaving school he took employment on local farms including Trenewydd Farm, Amroth Farm and West Llanteg Farm. From an early age Elwyn had developed a keen interest in aeroplanes and motor bikes and, in furtherance of his interest in aircraft, he joined the local ATC Squadron at Tenby and later he also joined the Haverfordwest Gliding Club. He also became a member of the Saundersfoot and District Motorcycle Club and successfully rode his bike in some of their events. He was a very accomplished motorcyclist, being both exceptionally fast and, at the same time, safe. He was always happy to help out by lending his bike to some of us when our bikes were broken down. I think some of his riding skills were honed when he used to ride through the fields at Trenewydd to collect the cows in for milking. As the local advertisement by a Llawhaden motorcycle dealer used to say, \"In spring a young man’s thoughts turn to love and motorcycles\", and so it happened when Elwyn met Lilian, a Milford girl, and in 1964 they were married at Hubberston Church.

4 They lived at Llanteg, where their first child, Wendy, was born and in 1967 they moved to Milford Haven, where shortly afterwards their second child, Louise, was born. Elwyn had by now left the farming industry and was employed in the construction industry erecting farm and factory buildings around the country. He remained in the construction industry until 1999, when he suffered a severe stroke which prevented him from working again. He recovered sufficiently to be able to potter about the house and in his garden, which he loved, until he was once again dealt a cruel blow by contracting cancer, from which he eventually passed away on 17th March 2021. I am proud and consider it a great privilege to have been a friend of Elwyn, who was a kind and selfless man. Tony Brinsden Anthony Philip Hinman, Milton Farm Anthony Philip Hinman, better known as Philip or Phil, was born in Wellington, Somerset; he always said the monument was put up when he was born!! He was the eldest of four brothers and two sisters. The family moved from Somerset to farm in Arlingham in Gloucestershire. Phil and Rosemarie were married in 1985, with William being born in 1986 and Victoria in 1988. Phil carried on farming life with cattle, pigs and sheep and it was as a result of his interest in sheep, he became an avid participant in sheepdog trials. This all began when he decided to train a sheepdog for Trialling, which then led to him getting into the English Nationals and progressing to the Internationals, competing against Scotland, Wales and Ireland’s finest. He was also a judge on ‘One Man and His Dog’ and the Dutch Nationals. Now, having been taught by her Dad, Vicky is carrying on the Sheepdog breeding and Trialling tradition. In 2011, the very successful Welsh National Sheepdog Trials were held at Milton Farm. Having had a sheep farm in Devon, Phil had always wanted to move to Wales. This happened in 2003, and is where he increased his flock to around 1000. Alongside the farm, the Ecobug brand of environmentally friendly cleaning products was created by Phil, turning into a thriving business still operating today. Sadly, Phil passed away peacefully on November 7th 2020 at Woodfield Nursing Home. He was a much loved husband, father, grandpa and Bapa and is survived by Rosemarie, William and Victoria and grandchildren, Rhys, Annabel, Penny, Barnaby and Tabitha. Sue James

5 Sylvia Elizabeth Rogers (nѐe Collingwood) My first recollection of Sylvia, or Aunty Siva, as we called her, was when our family lived next door to the Rogers family at Oaklands, Llanteg. Although not related to our family, Margaret and Sylvia were always affectionately known as Aunties to our family; both were so very kind and helpful to us as we grew up. Apparently, if I went missing, my mother would find me with Aunty Margaret or Siva, either having a snack or a snooze. Their family consisted of William and Margaret Rogers and their son, Tom, and wife, Sylvia. They all ran a dairy farm and during those days farming was very labour intensive. During the summer months Sylvia and other ladies in the village would be setting potatoes at Crunwere or Amroth and later harvesting the potatoes, hay and corn. It was a time when people freely helped each other, since machinery was in short supply. Sylvia was born at York House, Llanteg, on the 6th October 1928, the only daughter of Mary and William Collingwood. She attended Crunwere School and, on leaving at the age of 15, she worked in St Clears for a Mr Roberts and later became a short- hand typist in Tenby. She also worked at TP Hughes department store. In August 1952 Sylvia married Tom and they lived on the first floor level of this three storey house {Oaklands}, whilst Aunty Margaret and William lived on the ground floor. Sylvia and family were active members of the community, attending Crunwere Church and supporting activities in the village and wider communities. The Rogers family lived at Oaklands until 1966 and, during this time their son, Paul, was born. Later they retired from farming and moved to Saundersfoot. In 1969 Sylvia went back to work at TP Hughes, where she stayed for 12 years until 1981. In 1984 Tom and Sylvia moved to Kilgetty. Sadly, Tom passed away in 1998. Sylvia loved her grand and great grand children all so dearly. She was always popping into neighbours’ houses for a cup of tea, a chat, or to run errands for those less able than herself. Sylvia was a jovial person, enjoying her life to the full, and whenever you met her, she was so happy to see you and made you feel special. She had numerous friends and enjoyed socialising; she was a chorister and bell ringer at Begelly Church and, in 2009, aged 79, she finally retired from Four Seasons {fruit/veg shop} in Kilgetty. Sylvia spent the last year of her life at Belvedere care home, passing away peacefully on the 7th March. To those who were lucky enough to know her, Sylvia was a gentle and genuinely happy person; her glass was always half full, never half empty. She will be sadly missed by Paul and Fiona and family. Roy James

6 STEPASIDE SCHOOL NEWS Headteacher - Paul Harries School - 01834 812764 [email protected] www.stepasideschool.co.uk Staff and pupils are delighted to be back at school after such an unsettled time of enforced closure. We engaged the pupils remotely during the lockdowns by offering theme weeks and encouraging the pupils to get involved and share their efforts in areas, such as baking, art and physical activities. A competition was run in memory of captain Tom with pupils being asked to do 100 of something. In the weeks leading up to the Easter break we welcomed pupils back in phases and immediately engaged them in exciting topics, whilst allowing them time to reacquaint themselves with their peers and staff. With a mixture of online and face to face sessions over the term, staff were able to take advantage of online sessions in place of educational visits. These were provided by organisations such as Darwin Science and Silent World, who would normally come into school or invite us out on field trips. We were also able to join in with Red Nose Day and Downs Syndrome Awareness Day by getting involved and dressing up to support these worthwhile causes. We were very fortunate to have been the recipient of not only Welsh Government IT funding recently, but also many local organisations offered to support the provision of devices for our pupils. The lockdown periods have taught us all a lot about the need to acquire and use digital skills. These new devices mean that more pupils can access online provision and learn these vital skills. As local businesses got back up and running the staff were able to invite Martha from M Williams Therapies into school, on their INSET day, to deliver a wellbeing presentation and taster massage therapies. This was a good reminder to staff about the need to look after our own wellbeing and to look out for pupils, colleagues and friends who might need our support. We are very much looking forward to working together with our pupils, their families and the local community as we all return to what may be a new normal, but nevertheless, a normal where we can all be safe and continue our learning journey here at Stepaside School. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations and well done to Emily Tubbs of Middleton, who gained a diploma in zoology in the first lockdown and one in biology in the second lockdown, both with distinctions—her family are understandably very proud! Well done to Emma & Alan Richards of Garness, who, along with friend Sophie Burke, entered a challenge to run 4 miles every 4 hours for 48 hours in March to raise funds for Maddie Jervis, who required another operation. The target was £500, but they raised over £1000.

7 Congratulations to Congratulations to young Nina iSea Surfwear of Worcester of Tir Longlane, who were Celyn for winning selected as a National 1st at Dressage at finalist in the Rural Little Mill Business Awards Equestrian at 2020-21. Christmas. They got to the top It is hard to believe six in the Best Rural Creative or Artisan that Nina only category. celebrated her 3rd Unfortunately, they didn't win, but it Birthday on 27th March! generated nationwide recognition. Congratulations to Maddie Jervis of Sparrowsnest for featur ing on the 6 o’clock ITV Wales News on 22nd January (left) and also being included in the Princes Gate TV advert on St David’s Day. Maddie was also written about in the Equestrian Life magazine back in November and came first at Little Mill Equestrian Dressage (bottom left) in December. Maddie’s Olympian dream is also featured in the April Rotary magazine. We wish Maddie and family all the best after her recent operation. Congratulations on the Sylvia & birth of Hannah Peter Soldis to Gar eth & Johnson Karolina Williams, a celebrate 50 little sister for Erik and happy years second grandchild for as Llanteg Calvin & Theresa residents, 25 Williams of in Llanteglos and 25 in Porth-y Briarwood. Ffynnon. W e're almost locals! Huge congratulations to 16yr old Ioan Jones-Hughes, who has secur ed a place at Yale University Summer School, one of only 150 students worldwide. Ioan is the eldest grandson of Alan & Gwenda Jones of Crunwere Close. Unfortunately, because of Covid, this year’s courses are online, but the University may allow attendance in person in the autumn, if the infection rate continues to fall.

8 BIRTHDAYS Happy belated first Birthday to Rosie James of Caldey View for 9th January. Rosie’s brother Theo was 4 on 3r d Apr il and her big sister Poppy will be 7 on 24th May. Happy 3rd Birthday to Toby James for 10th April. Toby’s sisters, Millie (14) and Isabella (7), both celebrated their Birthdays on 3rd May. Belated happy Happy 5th 80th Birthday to Birthday to Peter Watson of Layla Lewis Bay Vu, who from Brook celebrated on 28th View, who April 2020. celebrated on 18th April. Happy Birthday Happy Birthday to to Isla Taylor of Gwenda Jones of Farm View, of Crunwere Close, who celebrated who celebrated her her 70th on 31st 70th on 16th March. January. Birthday Happy 18th best wishes to John Birthday to James of Hafod Hannah Bailey Haf, who of Goetre for celebrates his 80th the 4th March. Birthday on the 10th June.

9 Happy Birthday to Happy 80th Gabriel Gough of Birthday to Llanover Court, Richard Tunster who was 9 on 23rd of Beech Lea, April. who celebrates on 24thSeptember. Happy 80th Happy 90th Birthday to John Birthday to (Jumbo) Waldron Mollie James of of Milton Farm for Arfryn, who 30th March. will celebrate on 21st June. Happy 70th Birthday Happy 2nd to Roy James of Birthday to Meadowcroft for Matthew Tubbs 6th March. of Middleton for Roy is Chairman of the 8th March. the Hall Committee and also runs the Gardening Group. Community Council Contact If you have Details anything to celebrate, Amroth Community Council please let us Clerk know! 01437 563312 or [email protected] LLANTEG GARDENING & WILDLIFE QUIZES Thirteen teams tuned in on Zoom on 11th February to take part in a Gardening and Wildlife Quiz. The quiz was very ably set and run by Pauline Critchlow. This was the group's first attempt at an online event such as this, and everyone enjoyed being together once more, even if only virtually. Pauline was ably supported by Trish Cormack, who ran the Zoom activities, and Ruth Roberts, who presented the picture clues. A second quiz will probably have been held before this Newsletter is delivered.

10 New - Oriel Llanteglos Gallery - Llanteglos Estates Bringing together the best of Welsh Artists, Potters, Sculptors and Creativity, alongside statement pieces from far afield. Gallery proprietor, Denise Vickery, has many years’ experience in collating vibrant and individual pieces, having previously co-set up and run the Mimosa Gallery on Market Street, Llandeilo. Opening Hours: Wednesday: 11.00 – 17.00 Thursday: 11.00 – 1700 Saturday: 11.00 – 18.00 Sunday: 11.00 – 17.00 Friday: 11.00 – 18.00 Monday: 11.00 – 17.00 Dai’s Dairy Fresh Local Milk and Milkshakes from Trenewydd Farm at The Folly Cross, Llanteg Handeman Building Services All aspects of building work, from picture hanging to decorating and much more. Just ask about your requirements. Also, manufacturer of Rock & Roll camper van beds. Call Mike on 07966253780 or email [email protected] Plastering, Building & Handy Man Services Interior plastering, kitchen & bathroom refurbishments. Overplastering of artex and walls. Coving, tiling & more. 30 years in the trade. Call Andy on 01834 831507 or 07816052737 Architectural Services New Build, Conversions, Extensions, Planning Application Drawings, Forms, Documents and Management. For work samples Google: - Atlas & Partners Planning Consultancy. Lowest prices - highest quality - initial consultation free. T: 01834 831855 M: 07810 891375 E: [email protected] CAD tuition offered, design your home 2D and 3D.

11 VILLAGE HALL & COMMUNITY ASSOC. Sue James 831468 [email protected] The Village Hall remains closed. However, we hope that we can reopen for some limited activities when the present Welsh Government restrictions are eased in the not too distant future. Ruth continues to host our coffee mornings via Zoom, every other Monday at 11am, which is proving a popular way of keeping in touch with what is going on in the village and to socialise, albeit on screen!! Our Hall Committee meetings also continue to be held via Zoom. Since the last newsletter, the electrical work has been completed, with internal wall lighting and the access ramp/car park floodlighting now in place. The hall painting project will go ahead as soon as Covid restrictions allow. As you can see from the photos, the Quiet Room, organised by Mary Megarry, and funded by PAVS and some History Society funds, is now complete, with comfortable wipe-clean seating, side tables, subdued lighting and the bookcases, which were donated by Mary Megarry and Wayne Jenkins, all adding up to creating a place where people can relax, engage in conversation in a small group, hold therapy sessions, book club, and any activities which will help to bring people together post Covid. Again, once restrictions on numbers allow, we will be able to increase the amount of seating provided. As soon as we get the green light to open up again, we will get the news out on the website, Facebook, notice boards etc. We are looking forward to seeing you all again before too much longer, and if you have any suggestions or ideas regarding the Village Hall, please get in touch. Receive a Monthly Mailing List of Llanteg Events and the Zoom link for online Coffee Mornings. Contact [email protected] If you ‘like’ the ‘Llanteg Village’ Facebook page you will have updates of any Llanteg news and it is a quick way to keep in touch.

12 LLANTEG WALKING GROUP Jill Roberts 831142 [email protected] Facebook - www.facebook.com/Llanteg-Community-Association-Walking-Group. October - due to Wales being in a firebreak the walk was cancelled. November’s walk was kindly led by Nigel Bailey. 15 of us meet up for a socially distanced walk around Aberwgili. We learnt lots of interesting information about the area. We are looking forward to the museum being open, and also the new cafe, so we can hopefully sample some of the cakes when we visit next time and have a look around the artefacts. We are hoping that restrictions are lifted soon and we are able to meet up again as a group. (At the moment we are planning for May, but will wait and see what the Welsh Assembly announces.) Some of the walks we are hoping to do are St Clears, Blackpool Mill, Rosebush and Llanteg. More news will be published as and when available. Please keep a look out on the Llanteg Facebook pages or register your phone number with Jill to be included in her WhatsApp group or for her to have your email so that you can be kept informed when walks are able to restart. All future walks will need to be booked either via our Facebook page or by email/phone. Walkers participate in all walks at their own risk If anyone is experiencing food poverty, please contact the Pembrokeshire Foodbank, part of the Trussell Trust Network, on 07913 989624.

13 100 CLUB £12 to join for a year (April - March). 50% for prize money and 50% for Hall funds. Mary Megarry 811510 [email protected] The 100 Club has continued throughout lockdown, with Sue & Roy James performing the draw blind without access to the master list of numbers as this is held by Mary as Treasurer! Lockdown has also meant that prizes are paid by bank transfer, nowhere near as exciting as getting a surprise cheque, but a prize is a prize when all said and done. It is also another way of keeping and feeling in touch with the Community, something we appreciate all the more now. In its small way as well, the 100 Club provides funds to help keep the Hall going, as well as the common areas of the Village. If all 100 numbers were to be taken up, that would be £600 for the Hall and we could increase the prizes! Numbers cost £12.00 each and we hold draws every two months. We still have some numbers left, so if you would like to participate or would like an additional number, please contact Mary via [email protected] or call/WhatsApp on 07970 755312. Recent draws: November 2020 January 2021 March 2021 1st Prize £36.00 65 Tom Bailey 9 Arwyn Owen 79 Trevor & Gill 2nd Prize £24.00 72 Wayne Jenkins 78 Gwen Waldron Bendall 3rd Prize £12.00 2 Carol Mason 71 Lowri 43 The Tunster Brinsden Family 68 Mary Megarry NEW RESIDENTS Welcome to Ben & Sarah Hiscock, who moved into 2 Chapel Lane in Mar ch from Reading. Welcome to Carol & Simon (Sam) Lander, who moved fr om St Albans to Penarth and then retired to Saunderfoot before moving into Waterwynch in April. Welcome to Keith & Patricia (Pat) Roots, who ar e r etir ed and in the pr ocess of moving down into Red Gables from Higher Bebington on the Wirral. Welcome to Linda Woodley, her mother Sheila, husband Saad, daughter Mille and her husband William with their children Bria and Nyah, who have moved into Rose Cottage fr om Oxfor d. Also a very warm welcome to any other new residents who may have recently moved into the village. Due to Covid restrictions we have not been able to be out and about to meet you, but if you would like your names mentioned in the next Newsletter, please email: [email protected] or ring 831298. We are popping a note with this Newsletter through the doors of those who we believe may be new to the village. It has also been lovely to meet a few of you on our recent Zoom Coffee Mornings.

14 LLANTEG NATURE RAMBLINGS [email protected] When out and about, stomping through the mud on a wet day, do you ever stop and think, ‘what exactly am I walking through?’ Reports show that we probably need to be more aware of what runs through our land and into our streams. 2021 sees water quality laws being updated in Wales, bringing them in-line with the rest of the UK. It is probably a good time, therefore, to look at our own area in terms of water and soil quality. I include ‘soil’ as it is just as important as water in dictating what exists and what doesn’t in the local environment, and any tampering with either will affect the food webs that are all reliant on them. Farmers also depend on these webs to get the best out of their food and grazing crops. We need to be aware that our soil can be affected by the people around us. It is also important to understand how our water responsibilities extend onto each other’s land, particularly in a high rainfall area like Southwest Wales, and in a limestone-based, sinkhole-prone region like Llanteg. Sadly, all of the UK nations have major pollution problems. The waterways of Wales are in a dire situation, with 55% being polluted and only one in six rivers (about 14 - 15%) being ecologically healthy. Even Llanteg’s streams appear to have pollution issues, but data are lacking currently. 20th century industrialisation is to blame for these nationally high levels of pollution, and those activities have flushed embarrassing amounts of nitrates and phosphates into our environment. We are all aware of the damage that plastics do - we can see their presence and effects. It’s not so easy with chemical pollutants, although it is easier to notice some activities that are potential culprits over others. In Wales, one highlighted ‘problem activity’ is that of slurrying, but there are other, less noticeable, activities that also need re-examination, such as outflow from holiday parks and the use of pesticide sprays. Pollution is a ‘hidden’ problem and it’s often only the after-effects, such as the paucity of species in a stream or the dominance of particular indicator species, an overly green meadow or the death of a tree or flower border, that makes us realise that there is something wrong. What can our community do about this? Farmers will already be aware of the restrictions that are coming and those they already have in the Pendine water protection zone, which much of Llanteg is included in. We can be mindful of what we do in our gardens, when we do things and how we include ‘our’ wildlife. We could adopt a no-dig regime and become a no-pesticide, organic-only site adopting permaculture principles. We could create a raised bank filled with pollinator- friendly plants; many pollinators are also predators of species such as aphids and scale insect. Thus, such a move would reduce our reliance on chemical pesticides. Or we might restore an old pond, helping to alleviate flooding and providing a home for wildlife at the same time. Ploughing practices could change too, adopting contour-ploughing instead of the more erosive uphill/downhill approach. More broadly, we could join a meadows group, or take part in a survey campaign. Whatever we do, we would need to consider how our practices can change to fix the problem and protect, even enhance, our natural resources – upon which we all depend.

15 LLANTEG GARDENING GROUP Roy James 831468 [email protected] Despite the obvious restrictions and lack of social interaction, our Gardening Group has more than managed to (dare I say it) flourish over the lock down winter months. Also, fortunately, we have managed to communicate via Zoom, which has helped us keep updated and sane. During the winter months, we had planned monthly gardening talks, but, sadly, all had to be cancelled due to the Covid restrictions. However, we did manage a virtual Christmas Show, which was well supported and showed the talent we have in the community and beyond. So with this in mind, we have a virtual show planned for the summer, and the rules and categories are available at llanteg–village.co.uk, Facebook ‘Llanteg Virtual Shows 2021’ and llantegsummershow.blogspot.com (and on the enclosed flyer). During lockdown we agreed to take on the annual maintenance of the Mountain Chapel, Claypits and Old School Garden from the community council in return for an annual payment to Llanteg Gardening Group. The community council has provided new seats at the OSG and MC, along with a new gate at the OSG, besides smaller, but nevertheless important improvements in the community. We are deeply appreciative of the community council’s kindness and support, all of which helps to make these areas more accessible and enjoyable. Furthermore, some of our Gardening Group have planted wild flowers, bulbs, fruit trees/bushes and oak trees in the community areas, all adding to these habitats, and many of these items have been donated. Later in the year and at the land adjacent to the road junction (Stanwell), we are planning to plant a few trees: something that makes a statement and is memorable. In the coming months we are planning to visit: Aberglasney, Upton Castle, Llwyngarreg, Glyn Bach and the Tywi Gateway project at Abergwili. Dates and times to follow.

16 If anyone has any gardening tips that they don't mind sharing on our YouTube channel, then please get in touch. At our next Zoom meeting Trish Cormack is giving us a talk entitled “No Dig”, and the following month I’m hoping Bryony Gardner will be giving us a talk about “Hydroponics”. Beyond that, we have a few talks in mind for Wild Flowers, Improvements for Pollinators and Forest Gardens. Many thanks to everyone who helps to make this group so proactive. I should mention all of you by name, but I’m bound to omit someone, so won’t go there. Finally if you would like to know more about Llanteg Gardening Group or our YouTube channel, then email me at [email protected] Roy James VIRTUAL FLOWER, VEGETABLE & CRAFT SHOW Closing Date 1st September Please be aware you don't have to be resident in Llanteg to enter, or be a professional. In other words, just have a go! Also, you don’t have to take a photograph of yourself with your entry, but photographs must demonstrate that you are at your garden/property {where practicable}, and not a picture taken from the internet. This will be our third Virtual Show! For all entries, you should email a photograph of your entry and your details to: [email protected] by the 1st September. All virtual winners will be posted on the Llanteg Facebook page and blog in late September. A full list of classes is included on the flyer with the Newsletter. Tir Celyn M Williams Therapies Llanteg Fitness Llanteg SA67 8PY (Briarwood, Llanteg) A local gym offering Swedish Massage Therapist classes 3 evenings a Martha will be offering massage therapies at week. 'Beautified by Rebecca Contact Emma to discuss Clara' in Warren Street classes and your personal Tenby on Tuesdays and objectives on Facebook Thursdays. ‘Llanteg Fitness’ or call Contact on 07754496861 to make an appointment. 07526 530 330

17 TAVERNSPITE SCHOOL NEWS Headteacher - Kevin Phelps School - 01834 831691 [email protected] tavernspiteschool.co.uk Hello again from Tavernspite School. It is lovely to have this opportunity to share our news with you. Obviously, times are still very different because of the Covid-19 pandemic, particularly with the schools being closed for nearly all the spring term. However, we have remained determined to make the best of a challenging situation and show resilience and grit to do the best we can. Our mantra at Tavernspite is ‘Be all you can be’, and it will take more than a pandemic to knock us off our path. We were delighted in September to welcome all the children and staff back to school. With numbers of Covid cases greatly reduced, schools were considered safe and open to all learners. The smiles on the children’s faces said it all; everyone was very happy to be back at school, back with their friends and back to learning. Following this, we all enjoyed a wonderful autumn term at school. The children and staff continued to learn in safety bubbles. Everyone got used to these arrangements quickly and just carried on with being back at school. Despite all the challenges, we still continued with our regular autumn term events. At Harvest time, we enjoyed a ‘virtual’ harvest service in which every class performed an item which was recorded and posted onto our school Facebook page for our parents to enjoy. On Remembrance Day our pupils and staff observed a minute silence and read poems and prayers in their classrooms. Every single person showed complete respect, and I was very proud of them for this. At Christmas time, the children were determined to do their best to perform Christmas concerts for their parents. So they did. They all worked amazingly hard and performed class nativity productions which were recorded and posted to the parents, who enjoyed them immensely. A visit from a ‘virtual’ Father Christmas, class bubble Christmas parties and a video recording of a Christmas pantomime (to replace our annual trip to the Torch Theatre), all helped to make Christmas very exciting and special for the children in our care. Everyone was saddened when the understandable decision was made to lockdown again in December, meaning that the children were unable to return to school after Christmas. By now, the staff had become expert at setting up online/distance learning and quickly went straight to work to continue delivering an exciting and interesting curriculum, albeit electronically. We were concerned about children spending too much time on computers so we introduced ‘screen free’ Friday where on Fridays children were given activities that encouraged and promoted the use of the outdoors and creative skills. The quality of teaching provided was very impressive; the teachers recorded videos of themselves teaching skills to the children and posted these on to the ‘Google Classrooms’. This really allowed the children to keep up with their learning throughout the period of school closure. Around this time, I was very privileged and honoured to be selected to be interviewed through video link by Kirsty Williams, the Minister for Education in Wales. The Minister was very engaging and clearly interested in how we had managed to actively promote online learning and support for our pupils in such a positive and successful way. It was a great compliment to our school and we were very grateful for the recognition.

18 Once again, schools reopened in March, first for the youngest learners and then, a few weeks later, the older pupils were able to join, too. It was wonderful to have everyone back. Their return coincided with St David’s Day, so we enjoyed a fabulous ‘virtual’ Eisteddfod, where the children took part in a number of competitions, including art and photography. This event was followed by Comic Relief, in which we held a ‘Lolathon’ joke telling session in each bubble classroom. It was great fun and the jokes were hilarious (mostly!), raising a significant amount of money at the same time. Despite all the challenges, we have continued our work towards environmental and healthy schools work recently. In the spring term we were reassessed and successfully gained the fifth acorn of the Platinum Eco-Award acorn. Much credit goes to the pupils’ eco-committee, who showed our great work through video link to the assessors. Finally, just before the Easter holidays, we passed, once again, the healthy schools ‘National Quality Award’ after a rigorous assessment. We are very proud of these awards as they recognise our commitment to the environment and sustainability, and also to our development of health, fitness and wellbeing in our staff and pupils. These are some of the great qualities and strengths of our school that set us apart. 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. Kevin Phelps Headteacher ST ELIDYR’S CHURCH, AMROTH Val Beynon 813091 [email protected] MONTHLY SERVICE HELD EVERY SECOND THURSDAY AT 10AM ALL VERY WELCOME Churchwardens: Charles Carter, 01834 831223, [email protected] Lianne Harbord, 01834 831522, [email protected] Community Connector - Jo Brookman Lloyd PAVS ‘I can support you to increase your social interaction, and help you enjoy a more independent life within your community. I can provide information on local activities, services and groups to suit your needs.’ Jo has set up a Zoom Virtual Arts & Crafts Group which meets online every Friday at 3pm. It is open to anybody who wants to join from around the county & beyond as Zoom has no limits! If you want to join in, please let Jo know and you will then be sent joining instructions. Call on 07595 192933 or email [email protected]

19 AMROTH WARD COUNTY COUNCILLOR Tony Baron 831677 [email protected] Flags have been flying at half-mast at County Hall, Haverfordwest Castle and Fishguard Town Hall following the announcement of the death of His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh. Cllr. Dr Simon Hancock, Chairman of Pembrokeshire County Council, issued a statement saying: “On behalf of Pembrokeshire County Council I would wish to express our deep sorrow and pass on our condolences to Her Majesty and the wider Royal Family.” I am sure we all would wish to be associated with the sentiments expressed by Cllr. Hancock. The death of the Duke of Edinburgh is a sad reminder that many families have suffered the loss of loved ones over the past year and have been unable to be with them at their passing because of the Covid-19 pandemic. The loss of a long-standing partner/companion and of a close family member leaves a great void. The problem of rural loneliness is substantial and has been exacerbated by the pandemic. Part of the lasting legacy of the Duke of Edinburgh is his Duke of Edinburgh Awards Scheme. The opportunities offered by this scheme to young people have never been more important than at present in Pembrokeshire. A recent report by the End Child Poverty Coalition, has shown that in 2018/19 Pembrokeshire had the highest child poverty rate in Wales, with about 31% of children judged to be living in poverty. The causes of this poverty are varied, but the main contributory factors are seasonal, low-wage employment and a relatively high level of workless households. In 2019 21.5% of households were workless in the county compared with 18.4% in the whole of Wales. While much of the child poverty is to be found in towns, such as Pembroke Dock, there is substantial poverty in rural areas. The Covid-19 pandemic has, no doubt, worsened the position. The number of households in Pembrokeshire in receipt of Universal Credit was 3,886 in November 2019 and 8,134 in November 2020. The problem of child poverty is being addressed on a non-party political basis by PCC. There is widespread agreement that the life chances of our young people must be a top priority. In the long run, the balance of the county’s economy needs to be shifted with more permanent high-paying jobs, and this depends largely on Government and local Government working in partnership to encourage economic development. However, in the meantime, it is important to recognize the negative impact of childhood poverty on aspiration. This is something, I believe, the wider community can help with through local action. Congratulations to all those who worked on the successful Enhancing Pembrokeshire Grant applications for the Summerhill Playground, Amroth Free WiFi and the Historic Road Names projects. A new block of money, allocated to Amroth Ward according to its number of second homes, has become available. Given the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on young people and on rural loneliness, I would be very happy to lend support to any community project that has youth engagement or rural loneliness at its heart. Tony Baron

20 LLANTEG LITERATI Mary Megarry 01834 811510 [email protected] Having adopted the Village Hall as our new home in early 2020, we only managed two meetings there before lockdown. The group, though, has met every month (including our normally holiday month of August) online – thanks to the technical support from Trish Cormack and her Zoom prowess. The Literati continue to be steadfast, with each meeting having at least ten of the thirteen members coming online to discuss the book of the month and our reading challenge. Debate is as lively as ever, often so many differing views on the same book; we all see characters differently, some enjoying plots more than in depth characters, some liking a feelgood book, others wanting adventure. The books, however, are nearly always finished by members, so as to discuss and also because of the Group. At most meetings, someone will say that they would not have read that unless it was our monthly read. The joy of a book group, indeed! Being online now, though, for over a year did mean we could not celebrate our fourth anniversary with cake from our Milton Farm cohort, Rosemarie and Gwen,so something else to look forward to, hopefully in the near future, as well as the new Quiet Room in the Hall, where we plan to meet. Books read by the group recently include The Institute by Stephen King, The Island by Victoria Hislop, Mayday by Clive Cussler and Elif Shafak’s 10 Minutes and 38 Seconds In This Strange World, whilst our reading challenge from 2020 has carried on with new topics into 2021. The challenge will be a book on a theme and each of us talks about any books relating to that – for example, a self help book (that really was an interesting conversation!), a book with food in the title – no cookery books allowed – where three people came up with Agatha Raisin. We have also shared books published before 1950, books with colours in the title and biographies. These are all shared on our public Facebook page, along with the reviews of the monthly reads – so why not take a look and see if you agree with us. AMROTH GOOD NEIGHBOURS During these changeable times we are still keeping the Good Neighbours Scheme going. The website is there both for those who need help and those who feel they can offer some sort of assistance. Please visit: amrothgoodneighbours.wales Email: [email protected] Tel: 01834 855808 or contact your local volunteer. Amroth Community Council ar e also now planning on a monthly email to let people know of road closures, projects, events etc. Please subscribe at amrothcc.wales. If you do not have the internet, please ring up to organise having the news delivered by post—call 01834 855808.

21 The Temple Bar Amroth Winner of Pembrokeshire’s Dog Friendly Award Opening 10am till late - Food served all day. Breakfast 10-noon, Main menu 10am - 9pm & Thai food 6- 9pm. Take away available all day. Bingo Tuesdays & Quiz Wednesdays 01834 812486 www.templebaramroth.co.uk and on Facebook EDGEY’S GARAGE - 01834 832945 To rear of Llanteg Filling Station 8-5pm Monday to Friday, 8-12 noon Saturday Full range of services for all makes of vehicle including Servicing, Welding, MOT Preparation, Tyres, Exhausts, Brakes and Diagnostics. Your car can be collected and delivered to your home. 24 Hour Breakdown Service - 07971 872112 - Thanks for all your continued support Amroth ARMS Lunches served daily 12 noon - 2.30pm, Evening Meals Monday - Saturday from 6pm, Sunday Lunch 12 noon - 2.30pm To book a table call 01834 812480 Takeaways available: Coffee & cake £5 all day Coffee & bacon roll £5 10am -12 noon mon - sat. Follow us on Facebook Tenby Tourers Open 7 days a week 07769 118170 or Crofty, Llanteg SA67 8QE 01834 831900 Caravan Sales/Repairs, Caravan & Camping Accessory Shop Why not visit our newly refurbished awning showroom. www.tenbytourers.co.uk K925 Pet Services Spin Doctor Bike Repairs (Llanteg). Fully qualified CYTECH Master Technician. Fully insured and experienced pet care - Over 20 years experience. including dog walking, All jobs accepted. cat visits and Local collection and drop off available free of charge. house sitting. Call 07961 108009 Email [email protected] 07912160131 [email protected] Local collection & delivery carried out to government guidelines on social distancing or drop your bike off and social distancing will be applied. Local Businesses - Many thanks for your continued suppor t.

22 Stepaside Coachworks Ltd Accident Repair Centre Narberth Pembs SA67 8JN [email protected] 01834 812491 Kevin Lewis, Brook View, Llanteg Plumbing & Heating Engineer Baxi, Worcester, LPG, Service Maintenance, Static Caravans, General Plumbing & Heating Landlord’s Gas Safety Certificates (Gas Safe 219152) 07791 345964 The Smugglers Bar & Grill - Amroth Serving delicious homemade food and drinks ALL DAY, with daily specials also available. Outside seating with panoramic sea views - no reservations. Indoor seating available by reservation or a walk-in basis. Also now doing a TAKEAWAY service. Contact us for further information, general enquiries or to book/order. Menu at smugglersamroth.co.uk Amroth, Narberth, SA678ND. (01834) 812100. [email protected] Pembrokeshire Caravan Care Caravan & Motorhome Mobile Repairs, Servicing & Spares Call Rob - 01834 831714 or 07803 146416 www.pembrokehshirecaravancare.com ——————————Also————————— PowerTouch Motor Movers supplied and fitted Short Cutz Unisex Hair Salon, Llanteg 831113 Wishing everyone a safe and healthy Summer. LOCAL HONEY FOR SALE Email Newsletters Mike & Caz at Little Garness Want a copy or know someone Set or clear, can deliver, 5 star rating who does? 07903859515, [email protected] [email protected] or ring 831298. or via Facebook Covid-19 - bank transfer where possible Newsletters going back to 2008 online at llantegvillagenewsletters.blogspot.co.uk

23 AROUND THE VILLAGE Cat Reunited Well done to Darran James of Rose Park who was able to reunite Charlie with his owners. Poor Charlie had gone missing from his home in Gwyther St, Pembroke Dock at the beginning of February. Appeals online proved fruitless. However Darran had noticed a lost and thin cat hanging around his farm, so he took him down to Tenby Vets, who, upon checking his microchip, found that he was missing from Pembroke Dock. It would be the 26th before Charlie was finally reunited with his family, very thin and a bit battered and bruised, but now back where he belongs. The owners commented, ‘Thank you so much to the farmer for bringing him in to the vets and to Tenby Vets for looking after him so well this afternoon and bringing him home to us. We are absolutely over the moon! ‘ New Defibrilator Another public access defibrillator has been placed in the community by Tenby & Saundersfoot First Responders. Situated at the Wanderer's Rest Inn, Llanteglos Estate. The unit was donated by Amroth Community Council and Llanteglos Estate and is available 24/7. Tenby & Saundersfoot First Responders spokesman Ben James said, \"Please remember that if you need a defibrillator, the first thing you should do is ring 999 and ask for the Ambulance Service’. Coffee Mornings Online As a way of continuing to bring the community together, the Hall Committee have begun Zoom Coffee Mornings since the beginning of February. These are held on alternate Mondays from 11am. Everyone is welcome and if you haven’t attended before, just contact Ruth on [email protected] for the Zoom link. Jo Cox Annual Get-togethers Sadly, this will be the second year when we will not be able to hold our annual get -together in June. However, the annual weekend is held around 20th June and, as we have our Coffee Morning on Monday 21st June, we can use that as a venue for keeping in touch. As above, just contact Ruth for the Zoom link. The first of our swallows arrived back on the first of April, the earliest date ever! Roger & Jane Harries, Mountain Chapel.

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