The Havens Community Diary May 2015

THE HAVENS
COMMUNITY DIARY
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www.the-havens-communities.org.uk
MAY 2015
See Inside for Havens

Festival Events!
Plus...
Summer Recipes
Wildlife Watch News
& Much More!
Support the Boardwalk News & Events!
Dont forget... Seacow Gig on Friday 22nd May!

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WHATS ON THIS MONTH?
Bus Timetables - available at

Pembrokeshire County Council website
or see the notices in the bus stop
opposite Londis.
Tides - tide tables are available at
Londis & The Beach Shop Broad
Haven. At low tide, if you look seaward,
you can walk left and over to Little
Haven.
TOURIST TIPS!
May 2015
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Fri
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Sun
Mon Early May Day Bank Holiday
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Tue
Wed Line Dancing @ Broad Haven Village Hall, 2pm-4pm
Thu Bin Collections: Orange, Food, Glass & Black Bins
Men's Group @ Anchor House, 10.45am-12noon
Fri
Sat Push The Boat Out @ Dale, 10.30am-4pm, See Page 14
Seine Netting with the Wildlife Watch, See Page 33
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu Bin Collections: Orange and Food Bins Only
Amenities Association Meeting @ Bowen Memorial Hall, 7.30pm, See Page 7
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Bin Collections: Orange, Food, Glass & Black Bins

Support The Boardwalk "Seacow" Live Gig @ Broad Haven Village Hall, 6.30pm,Pg25
Spring Bank Holiday

Havens Festival Week, See Page 37 for all events!
Bin Collections: Orange and Food Bins Only
Support The Boardwalk "Wild Day", See Page 26
Sat
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Petrol Stations - dont leave it to the

last litre!
7 miles away- Haverfordwest Tesco SA61 1BU - Open 24 Hours, Cash
Machine, Pharmacy, Opticians
Haverfordwest Morrisons - SA61 2EX Cash Machine, Calor Gas Available
Milford Haven Tesco - SA73 3AU Cash Machine, Petrol Station Open 24
Hours
Public Phones - are located by the

public toilets, on Marine Road, near the
chip shops and in the Millmoor Way car
park (as you exit the village, before the
hill, on the left)
Cinema
Palace
Cinema
Haverfordwest
SA61
1NH
Phone:01437 767675
Veterinary Practices
The Oak Veterinary Group - practices in
Haverfordwest, St Davids, Clarbeston
Road and Fishguard
Haverfordwest - SA61 2PL
Phone: 01437 760 111( up the hill past
Morrisons)
Excellent Childrens Play Park - From

the seafront, walk northwards and veer
right along Millmoor Way, as the road
forks , take the right into Sandyke Rd. At
the brow of the hill, take the path on the
left the play park is straight ahead!
Football Field - walk up Sandyke
Road, and continue until you reach the
end of the road, the football field is
straight ahead.
Haven Wild Bird and Pet Food simple medicines, food, treats, leads
etc... - SA61 1JB
Dog Ban - there is a partial dog ban on
Broad Haven beach. Dogs are only
allowed on the Londis side of the
beach [Apr - Sept]. Please clean up
after your dog as this side of the beach
is very popular with families!
WiFi - internet and WiFi available at the

Youth Hostel Broad Haven (Millmoor
Car Park)
WiFi is available for customers of The
Ocean Cafe, Bar and Restaurant on the
sea front.
Rhos Cottage Dental Surgery Phone : 01437 765 124

Rhos Cottage, Portfield, Haverfordwest,
SA61 1BN
St Thomas Doctors Surgery - 25
Millmoor Way, Broad Haven, SA62 3JJ
Phone: 01437 781082
Closed Monday, Saturday and Sunday
Opening Times:
Tuesday 9:00 am 12:45 pm,
Wednesday 10:30 am 12:30 pm,
Thursday 9:00 am 12:45 pm, Friday
10:30 am 12:30 pm
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Electronic Tourist Information Point

located in The Boathouse Gallery, St.
Brides Road, Little Haven.
Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
car parking tickets (daily and season)
are also available at the Gallery in
exchange for cheques or cash (not
credit cards).
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WHO TO CONTACT IN THE HAVENS

Organisation
Baptist Church
Broad Haven CP School
Broad Haven Hall Bookings
Broad/Little Haven W.I.
Brownies
Carnival Committee
Church in Wales
Community Council
Football Club & Recreation
Held On
See "Church Notices"
As per Term
Contact
Ben & Helen Dare
Andrew Williams
Charlie Alexander
Judith Thomas
Jane Jones
Les Reohorn
Fr Andrew Johnson
Christine Lewis
Dave Day
Telephone
781428
781404
07734 818336
781416
07786 047110
07970 921685
781279
781418
07760 667231
Guides
Every Tuesday
Havens Community Forum
Havens History Group
3rd Thursday of Month
Little Haven Amenities
Little Haven Art Group
Every Tuesday am
Little Haven Hall Bookings
Meals on Wheels
Play Group
Every Mon - Thurs am
Rainbows
Every Tuesday
Rowing Club
Royal British Legion
Every month
RNLI Fundraising
RNLI Operations
Short Mat Bowls
Monday & Wednesday
Y.H.A
Book Group
Monthly
Sue Reynolds
Robin Mogg
Ian Norman
David Reed
Helen Barrack
Andrew Johnson
Area Office
Bonnie Nicklin
Stephanie Stapleton
Tim Harvatt
Jane Main
Mary Whitewright
Andy Grey
Jim Garner
Gary, Sue or Laura
Anne Maclean
781894
781264
781775
781181
764308
781279
762911
07501531718
781643
781779
781645
781256
781153
781795
781688
781797
Broad Haven Festive Lighting
Brian Henderson
781273
broadhavenvillagehall@outlook.com
2nd Tuesday of Month

Every Tuesday 3.30-5pm
See "Church Notices"
Meet 1st Tuesday
Every Thursday
Dog Fouling Pembrokeshire County Council 01437 764551

Reports
Tom.hayes@pembrokeshire.gov.uk Environmental Health Officer

Dogcontrol@pembrokeshire.gov.uk Dog Warden Team
Police Community Support Officer Dial 101
THE HAVENS COMMUNITY COUNCIL CONTACT CENTRE (01437) 764551

Dial the above telephone number and ask for the Contact Centre to report any infrastrucContributions
ture faults -It's
for Next
a very
Months
efficient
Diary service and shortcuts telling your local Cllr/clerk.
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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
100S CLUB MARCH
WINNERS
50 134 Mrs M ONEILL
30 32 MR A.SAGE
20 90 MR P.FAULKNER
10 108 - MRS P.HELLINGS
10 15 MRS L. GARNER
HOUSE TO RENT
Broad Haven 3 Bed house
Available from June onwards.
New kitchen and bathroom.
Sea views and close to all
amenities.
CLEANER REQUIRED
Cleaner required for domestic
property in Little Haven,monthly.
Hours to suit.
Call for further details. 07854
282431.
625 pcm.
Contact Beth 07767411779 or
Jon 07789139266
HOUSE TO RENT
Line Dancing
Broad Haven 3 bed house with

large garage, carport and south
facing conservatory.
With Alan Spence

Starting Wednesday 6th
May 2-4pm Broad Haven
Village Hall
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All Welcome
Ring 01437781820 for
information
595 pcm.
Contact Greg: 07887 661066
MENS GROUP
We anticipate meeting (10.45 to
12 noon) on the first Thursdays
as usual at Anchor House

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June 2015
Quality care for 2-4 year olds
9am - 12 noon
Mon - Fri
07051531718

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Mon Havens Community Council Surgery, See Page 36
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Triathalon

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QUIZ : ROSES, ROSES ALL THE WAY

1. Goodbye Englands Rose was the revised version of the lyrics of which
song written in 1973? The CD sold 33 million copies and featured a white
rose on the cover. What event hosted its first performance?
2. The oft quoted line :This Rose-red city, half as old as time is from a poem
written by the Dean of Chichester Cathedral, John Burgon (1813-1888) with
the help of his Brother-in-law Henry Rose, in praise of which ancient city?
3. Which wild rose, commonly found in Pembrokeshire, is said to have the
most prickles and the only rose to possess purple hips?
4. Rose is a rose is a rose is a rose is a line from the poem Sacred Emily
(1922) by the author Gertrude Stein. What or whom is the rose referred to?
5. The Pembrokeshire village of Rosemarket was a large market controlled
by the Knights Hospitallers of Slebech in the twelfth century. Why called
Rose?
6. Where the electric light flex disappears into the ceiling is usually covered
by a plastic cone called the (ceiling) rose. Why is it so called?
7. Ring a Ring of Roses, A pocket full of posies, Atishoo, Atishoo we all fall
down, is a well known childrens dancing game. What is it meant to
represent?
8. Whose poem is quoted in the title above?
The Havens 50+ Fit Club
A Big Thank-you! to Peter Connell for his continued support and

submission of brilliant quizzes! Answers on page 32
Gentle seated exercise classes and

TLC (Tea/laughter/chat)
Every Monday afternoon 2pm to
3pm.
The Village Hall, Broad Haven.
3 per person incl. refreshments.
Suitable for men and women and
all abilities.
Wear comfortable clothing and
flat shoes.

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A Rogation Service
For the parishes of Haroldston,
Talbenny and Walton West
Sunday, 10th May 2015 at 11am
Redlands Farm (near Hasguard
Cross)
at the kind invitation of Andrew and
Edna Davies.
Everybody most welcome to this
family service.
Refreshments provided
Provision made for inclement
weather. Good parking
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Broad Haven Rainbows and Brownies

are desperately looking for new leaders
and helpers.
More than 80,000 amazing volunteers
contribute over 10 million hours to
guiding every year. In return, we offer
training and the opportunity to develop
new skills.
Please help to keep our local units
going!
If you are interested in any way, or
have any questions, please get in
touch.
Contact Stephanie - 01437 781643
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Summer Vegetable Curry
Strawberries & Cream

Cheesecake Jars
Chimney Sweep
Fully Qualified & Insured
Home Insurance Compliant
Certificates Issued
Domestic plumbing, chimney and

flue cleaning, multi fuel stove service
including glass replacement, general
building repairs and drain
unblocking.
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Registered Member
Contact Jim Woodward

Tel: 07772 045056
jimww@talktalk.net

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For a free estimate call Jim on 07772

045056 or e-mail
jimww@talktalk.net
Evening and weekend calls available
All work guaranteed, Flue/chimney
certificates issued
Local, reliable craftsman.
No Pembrokeshire promises
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Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 35 mins
Serves 4
Ingredients...
This curry is suitable for vegetarians!
1-2 tbsp red Thai curry paste
(depending on taste)
500ml low-sodium vegetable stock
2 onions, chopped
1 aubergine, diced
75g red lentils
200ml can reduced-fat coconut milk
2 red or yellow peppers, deseeded
and cut into wedges
140g frozen peas
100g bag baby spinach, roughly
chopped
brown basmati rice and mango
chutney, to serve
Method...
Heat the curry paste in a large nonstick saucepan with a splash of the
stock. Add the onions and fry for 5
mins until starting to soften. Stir in the
aubergine and cook for a further 5
mins add a little more stock if
starting to stick. Add the lentils,
coconut milk and the rest of the stock,
and simmer for 15 mins or until the
lentils are tender. Add the peppers
and cook for 5-10 mins more. Stir
through the peas and spinach and
cook until spinach has just wilted.
Serve the curry with rice and mango
chutney.
Prep: 20 mins
Makes 8
Ingredients...
200g buttery biscuits
200g cream cheese
200ml double cream
6 tbsp icing sugar
2 tsp vanilla extract
500g strawberries, halved or
quartered
You will need...
8 jars with lids
Method...
Blitz the biscuits to crumbs in a food
processor or in a bowl with the end
of a rolling pin. Divide the biscuit
crumbs between the jars.
In a large bowl, whisk the cream
cheese, cream, 5 tbsp icing sugar
and the vanilla extract until softly
whipped. Tip half the strawberries
and the remaining sugar into
another bowl and crush with a fork
to a pure. Ripple the pure through
the cream and divide between the
jars. Top each cheesecake with
remaining strawberries, secure the
lids and chill until ready to pack up.
Transport in a cooler bag.
recipes from bbc goodfood...

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Dear Member of the Communities of Little Haven & Talbenny

22nd April, 2015
The Future of The Amenities Association
The support that the above has enjoyed over many, many years has shown a
marked decline recently. This was highlighted at the AGM on April 16th when only
5 committee members & 3 people from the villages attended! It has therefore been
decided to review whether or not this Association should be disbanded.
However, we thought it appropriate to inform you what this would mean by listing
both the annual & other recent activities of the Association which would cease:
Annual: Picnic in the Paddock a village get-together, boules competition,
picnic, etc. on the eve of the regatta
Providing live music on the afternoon of the regatta to make the day an even better
festival unfortunately the weather has prohibited this for the past two years!
Christmas trees supplied (free) to each participating house on the entry roads to
Little Haven to be illuminated by the householder providing a colourful backdrop
to the festive season
We fund our activities primarily from a Christmas Draw, which is also a major
social event, held in alternating pubs in the village a Christmas tradition!
Village social in the Bowen Memorial Hall where all local children meet Father
Christmas & are given (free) gifts, (free) mulled wine & mince pies for the
adults, & excitement for the kids another Christmas tradition!
The planters below the Little Haven signs at the entry to the village are
maintained to give a good first impression of the village
also Recently: The Little Haven village green totally re-turfed
The Elephants Grave re-pointed other maintenance work by National Trust
initiated
Defibrillator acquired donated but installation & ongoing monitoring by
Association
New bunting bought for decorating village for regatta but also available for
villagers to borrow
Mast at top of slip-way base repaired & refurbished, mast re-rigged & provided
with flags
We think you will agree that the above activities are in integral & vital part of the two
villages life but we are not prepared to continue them with the current level of
support & contribution from the villages. We will therefore be holding an
Extraordinary General Meeting in The Bowen Memorial Hall on Thursday, 14th May,
at 7.30pm where villagers from both villages are invited to come & discuss this
issue. However, unless there is also a commitment from several villagers
hopefully from some of the young bloods to join the committee & take
responsibility for the future of our villages, then the Association will cease forthwith
& the accrued funds spent as required until exhausted.
Yours sincerely, David Reed, Chair, The Little Haven & Talbenny Amenities Association
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The Havens Community Council / Cyngor Cymuned The Havens

Clerk/RFO Christine Lewis 781418
Christine@havenscommunities.org.uk
www.pembstcc.co.uk/the-havenscommunity-council
A prcis of 7 April Minutes 2015
Loss of amenity in the usage of the

upper part of the beach Appearance of
the rock armouring, open culvert and
flood gate Safety of the public,
particularly children The effect on
tourism The effect on the environment
and habitat of the steam
A list of particular points/concerns they
would like to see addressed in relation
to the proposal were put forward. A
copy of these can be obtained by
emailing the Clerk.
PCC pointed out that schemes were an
integrated whole so difficult to pick items
that were acceptable and omit
unacceptable elements. They pointed
out that the Shoreline Management
Plan policies for Little Haven are to
'Hold the Line' for the short/medium
term with a 'managed realignment'
thereafter as sea levels rise to the
extent as to make the village
unsustainable. In view of this PCC
asked
for
confirmation
of
the
Community Council's view.
The
Community Council advised PCC they
fully support the residents' request not
to go ahead with the scheme.
Planning Application Deadlines
Enquiries were made as to why
residents and the Community Council
received copies of planning applications
at different times and were given
different deadlines. PCNPA advised that
the deadlines given were laid down in
their procedures and Community
Councils are given two weeks and
neighbours three weeks.
They
explained plans were validated before
being sent out and they were often in a
position to issue Community Council
copies before having identified the
neighbours.
MATTERS ARISING
Safe Route to School
We were
advised by PCC that the works at the
school have approx 10 weeks to run
after which time they will arrange a
detailed inspection to identify repairs
required to area.
In terms of enhanced footway provision
there are some technical and land
issues to overcome but at present there
is no funding available to implement a
scheme. Litter / Business Meeting A
letter was circulated to local businesses
to meet and help find a solution to this
problem.
Anchor Guest House has
kindly offered to host the meeting. The
Clerk will help set this up.
AGENDA ITEMS
Casual Vacancy
Candidates were
given the opportunity to introduce
themselves. After a confidential vote
Charlotte Alexander and Nia Davies
were co-opted on to the Council. The
Clerk thanked all candidates for
applying.
Flood Defences/Little Haven
A
petition against the proposed flood
alleviation scheme was handed to PCC
and copied to PCNPA.
Cllr Mary Whitewright stressed that she
had signed and supported the
implementation of the petition in the
capacity of a Little Haven resident and
not in the capacity of Councillor.
Signatories felt that, in general, the
scheme appears to have been prepared
with no consideration being given to the
effect it will have on:
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HAVENS FESTIVAL HISTORY EXHIBITION AT LITTLE HAVEN HALL
2015
The Havens History Group Exhibition: Homes and Houses of The
Havens Part 3.
Open from 10.00am 5.00pm on: Tuesday 26, Wednesday 27
and Thursday 28 May. Free entry.
Tea, coffee and light refreshments.
HAVENS FESTIVAL CRAFT EVENTS AT LITTLE HAVEN HALL 2015
Tuesday 26 May: 10am 4pm. Have a go at throwing a pot on
the Potters Wheel.
10am 4pm. Have a go at Shrink Plastic and a small Box.
10am 4pm. Have a go at making Stepper Cards.
Wednesday 27 May: 10am 4pm. Have a go at Flax Weaving.
2pm 4pm. Try Tie-Dyeing a T-Shirt.
Thursday 28 May: 10am 4pm. Have a go at Making Mosaics.
The Ghosts & Legends Walk of Little Haven.
Enjoy a leisurely walk of Little Haven and listen to the tales of the
village ghosts and legends. Tales of the fighting monks, the white lady,
creaking floorboards and many more tales too!
Tuesday 26th May & Thursday 28th May
8-30pm 9-30pm
Ensure you have sleepless night.
Phone 0789 9718045 for more details and to book, limited numbers
Brilliant Bats
Family friendly walk of Little Haven, to look for Bats and to listen
to their calls.
Booking essential 01834 845040 [limited numbers]
Wednesday 27th May
8-30pm 10-00pm
A joint National Park/Havens festival event
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SAVE THE DATE!

Havens Community Council Surgery
1st June 2015
Broad Haven Village Hall, 6.30pm
Do you have any concerns, queries or ideas regarding the
Havens?
Now is your chance to talk to a Havens Community Councillor on
a one to one basis, on any issues you wish to discuss.
The Havens Community Council surgeries will be held every 3
months, two Councillors will be in attendance to listen to you!

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A full copy of the minutes can be

found on the Council website.
THE MINUTES ARE SUBJECT TO
CONFIRMATION AT THE MEETING
TO BE HELD ON 5 MAY 2015.
PCNPA advised they have to take into

account all comments received within
six weeks of an application and anyone
wishing to comment after the deadline
given should contact the appointed
Planner.
Blockett Lane Street Lighting PCC
advised Blockett Lane did not meet
their policy for street lighting or current
regulations on over height power cables.
Road Fund Licence Renewal
Cllr
Joan Phillips felt Road Fund Licence
payment could be taken at local Post
Offices. Joan will enquire where this
suggestion should be directed.
Blockett Lane A number of emails had
been received regarding the planning
applications on the above site and it
was agreed that as the Council had
given their views and no further action
was required.
Peasey Park Meeting Feedback PCC
advised the Councillors that they would
be giving us three months notice that
they intend to apply for planning
permission on the piece of land at the
top of Peasey Park. They would also
like us to give up a small adjoining strip
of land so the plot would be suitable for
two affordable houses.
The Clerk has been asked to advise
PCC that provided they get permission
to build two affordable homes they have
no objection.
Trafalgar Car Park Construction work
at the School will shortly be coming to
an end. A letter will be sent to the
Andrew Scott Ltd to enquire what
arrangements were in place to bring the
car park back to an acceptable
condition and provide the community
with a donation for use of the car park.
NP/15/0167/FUL the Council supported
this application.
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THE HAVENS COMMUNITY

COUNCIL CONTACT DETAILS
If you would like to contact the council to
request information or express your
views please see contact details below:
COUNCIL CONTACT DETAILS

Cllr Mark Burch 781283
Cllr David Faulkner 781640
Cllr Matthew Ford 07528103793
Cllr Brian Henderson 781273
Cllr Lawrence Hughes 781403
Cllr Joan Phillips 781294
Cllr Sue Reynolds 781894
Cllr Mary Whitewright 781256
County Cllr Peter Morgan 781010
Clerk: Christine Lewis 781418
THE HAVENS COMMUNITY COUNCIL
CONTACT CENTRE (01437) 764551
Dial the above telephone number and ask
for the Contact Centre to report any
infrastructure faults
SIXTH FORM PROVISION IN

PEMBROKESHIRE
The consultation on 6th Form
Education Provision in Pembrokeshire
ends on Tuesday 5th May; after this
date Pembrokeshire County Council
will no longer look at letters or emails
from the public.
The plans to move all 6th Form to
Pembrokeshire College will affect
school students in Sir Thomas Picton
& Tasker Milward.
Please help us to let our voices heard
by Pembrokeshire County Council by
filling
out
the
survey
at
https://www.snapsurveys.com/wh/s.as
p?k=142625479735
anything other than Christmas Day was

for his own wife's funeral. Not sure he
would have been happy about that
either.
and then there was the raid on the post
office - least said about that soonest
mended.
There have been three weddings. One
young couple actually met and started
dating whilst working with us. Jonathan
and Sian later married and had a family.
Then Trish walked down the aisle with
Jonathan and more recently we have
seen Sally and Reg finally tie the knot.
We have another to look forward to now
as Jason proposed to his girlfriend
during a recent weekend in Paris and
she said yes. Sadly we have also had a
number of funerals. There was Annie
who lost her battle with cancer nearly 15
years ago and more recently Brian who
died not long after his retirement. Even
more recently we have lost Ben who
spent many an hour playing around the
back of the shop with Nathan and Jason
when they were much younger.
We have seen four babies born. Adam
arrived first to Trish and Jon. Juliet has
had Findlay and more recently Alexus.
Grayson - the fifth generation of the
family to be working in the shop - arrived
to Nathan and Whitney. Yes, his
grandmother has had him serving
already!!
We have seen many customers come
and go and people have moved to and
away from the village. Sadly there have
been a number whose funerals we have
attended.
What hasn't changed - Linda has been
with us forever. The only member of
staff who has survived the whole 20
years.
What are we most proud of? Last year
we were one of the Londis Store of the
ANOTHER MILESTONE FOR A

VILLAGE INSTITUTION
This April there is quite a significant
anniversary in the village. It has been 20
years since a Londis sign went up on a
building on the seafront. 20 years is a
lifetime to some and a mere blink of the
eye to others, but an anniversary like
this one often prompts a moment of
reflection. So, what has happened
during this part of the life of the shop?
The building has changed beyond
recognition with an extension built over
15 years ago and two refits since. You
can tell where the old shop ended by
checking out the change in the pattern
on the floor. Technology has moved on
too. We hardly ever use a pricing gun
these days with the advent of scanning
and computer based stock control at the
tills. Who remembers the old paper
based method of using your credit card?
Now we just flash the card at a small
square box with contactless!! At the end
of each month a cheque used to be
written and posted to every supplier to
pay the bill. Now, it just takes a few
clicks at the computer and the money is
automatically transferred from one bank
account to the other. Paying wages has
changed too. The old pay packet has all
but disappeared with online banking
and the big old calculation tables and
sheets have disappeared with the
computer
programmes
that
automatically calculate the wages and
send the information online to the Inland
Revenue in real time.
The shop has survived acts of God. Last
year started with floods in the car park
and finished with the lightning strike,
effectively closing the shop for nearly a
week. Arthur Mock - my grandfather would have been turning in his grave.
The only other time it has closed for
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year finalists in the large store category.

We were one of a handful of stores from
nearly 2,000 nationwide to make it to
the final. The overall winner was
another store from West Wales, from
just outside Cardigan. Our success was
due in no small part to the hard work put
in by all the staff. But more than that we
are most proud of the generations of
youngsters we have helped move into
the world of work. Teachers, doctors, a
local radio presenter, members of the
armed forces, mothers and fathers have
all started their working lives with us.
We have taught them how to sweep and
mop a floor, the differences between
cabbages, cauliflowers and lettuces.
We have explained the difference
between 'I can't work next week' and '
May I have next week off'. We have
demonstrated the importance of
customer service and what employers
expect; held their hands whilst they
have learnt to deal with officialdom and
filled in their first PAYE forms;
celebrated with them when exam
results are good and offered a shoulder
to cry on when they haven't quite
reached the grade. It is said that it takes
a whole community to raise a young
person into a responsible adult and we
are proud to be a part of that.
So, Trish has moved to London leaving
me in charge. The world moves on and
we up-date, upgrade and keep up with
the times whilst we re-invent ourselves.
We remember where we came from and
the change in the tiles on the floor reminds us of that. So what might the next
20 years bring? Well one thing is for
certain - the ice-cream machine is going
nowhere, but there may just be another
generation running things :)

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Londis Broad
Haven
Now Open Daily

8.00 AM - 9.00 PM
* IN STORE BAKERY *
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WI NEWS
The April meeting was held on Tuesday April 14th at the Youth Hostel
when members were treated to an enthralling talk given by Pamela
Hunt about her career with the BBC. For many years she was
involved with the Production Team for the recording of The Archers
radio programme. She was responsible for the sound effects and
brought along samples to demonstrate, - walking on dry snow was a
rubber glove filled with cornflour , crunched up recording tape was
used for hay, and many other examples. She ended the talk by telling
us about her travels in her beloved Miss Daisy which is a 1934
Austin 7.
Arrangements for the forthcoming Beetle Drive were discussed, and
plans were made for the annual outing in June, which this year is to
Gwili Railway and Aberglasney.
The next meeting will be on Tuesday, May 12th, 7.30pm in Broad
Haven Hall when Mr Dave Braithwaite will be talking about and
demonstrating First Aid and Resuscitation. Everyone welcome.
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07870409990
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Competition Time at Wildlife Watch; who can catch the most crabs?
This Saturday the competition was hotting up, just like
the weather. The titles up for grabs were; who could
catch; the most females, the most males, the biggest,
the smallest and the most crabs. Laden with crabbing
lines and bacon we set off down to the pontoon in
Dale Village. Though a little slow to start with, the
crabs soon started biting. With a little local help we
soon had them rolling in. Some people were very skilled crabbers, with the
highest number caught by one group at 31, while others werent so lucky. But
by the end of the session we had managed to tempt 91 shore crabs and one
massive hermit crab with bacon-y goodness. Our biggest find was a 6.8cm girl
and our smallest was a 2.4cm boy. Girls are clearly greedier than boys as we
caught 56 females and only 35 boys. After the fastest looking crabs had been
selected and raced back into the waves, it was time to say goodbye to our
impressive haul, and all the crabs were released. Next time: Saturday 9th May
we will be seine netting at the Gann, please meet at 10am at the Gann car park.
Could be very muddy and wet, please bring appropriate clothing and footwear.
For more information about the group, visit the Dale Fort Watch Group
webpage - www.wildlifewatch.org.uk/watchgroups/dale-fort. To book a place,
contact Dale Fort Field Centre on 01646 636 205 or email Catherine on
catherine.df@field-studies-council.org or Helen on ea.df@field-studiescouncil.org.
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BIRD WATCH
Species of the Month: Grey Squirrel
The Grey Squirrel was introduced to the UK in the late 19th or early 20th century from
the USA. It is often considered to be a pest, mainly due to its habit of stripping the
bark off trees, and is blamed for the decline of the native Red Squirrel. Grey
Squirrels transmit the squirrel-pox virus; whilst the disease kills the red it does not
appear to affect the grey. In Wales, there are now only a few pockets where the
reds are still holding-on (mid-Wales, Anglesey and Clocaenog in the north).
With Grey Squirrels here to stay, can we learn to love them? They certainly liven up
my garden as they chase one another and bury their peanuts in the lawn. Squirrels
are scatter-hoarders meaning that they cache small amounts of nuts and seeds in
hundreds of different places, ready to be re-found when times get tough (they dont
hibernate). This month, look out for young squirrels leaving the drey (a squirrels
nest) which have been raised entirely by the female.
Although predominately grey, Grey Squirrels may also show a warm-brown colour
on their backs and flanks (some are even completely white or black). An angry
squirrel utters a slow chuk-chuk-chuk and flicks its tail up and down the faster the
flick, the crosser it is. A sideways tail swish indicates uncertainty or preparation for
a difficult leap.
Did you know? Squirrels weigh food (such as hazelnuts) in their palms to decide
whether or not the nut inside is worth the effort of breaking open the shell. It is
illegal to keep Grey Squirrels without a licence and it is illegal to release them into
the wild. The only colour squirrels can see is yellow; all
Will Lewis
other colours are shades of grey. Their Welsh name is
Gwiwer Lwyd.
How to attract them to your garden: Make the squirrels
work for their keep by providing monkey nuts or hazelnuts,
although theyre just as likely to eat the peanuts and
sunflower hearts you put out for the birds! A wide range of
Squirrel-proof feeders are now available. A squirrel
feeder box positioned on the entry route into the garden can help deter them from
the bird feeders. If you have nesting birds, Grey Squirrels may eat eggs and chicks
given the opportunity.
My BTO Garden BirdWatch data show that Grey Squirrels are present in my
garden for 63% of the year. In the summer of 2012 there were up to six squirrels in
my garden at the same time, and this year weve seen up to four.
Make Your Garden Count!
If you enjoy watching the birds and wildlife in your garden why not take part in BTO
Garden BirdWatch the largest year-round survey of garden birds in the world?
Please contact me for a free enquiry pack or to book a talk (Swansea and
surrounding areas).
Happy Garden Bird Watching! Amanda Skull, Garden BirdWatch Ambassador
07952 758293 (evenings & weekends only) gbw@hiafi.co.uk www.bto.org/gbw
Follow me on Twitter @amanda_skull
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Little and Broad

Haven Shop
Redlands
Touring Caravan & Camping Park
Hasguard Cross, nr Little Haven
RNLI Shop, The Car Park, Little

Haven
01437 781300
www.redlandstouring.co.uk
Touring Caravans, Motorhomes and
Tents welcome
Graded 4 Stars
Quiet, level park with sea views
Immaculate Facilities
Open March to Dec/Jan
Needs your Help!

We rely on volunteers to keep our
shops open and are currently
looking for new volunteers .
If you are interested in volunteering
in the shop and have a few hours
you can spare please do not
hesitate to call 01437781454 for
more information.
Special Offer for Low Season

Book for 7 nights & pay for 5 or
book for 4 nights & pay for 3
Contact Trevor & Jenny Flight
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Slate Mill Lodge, Dale Road, SA62 3QR

www.slatemilllodge.com
PART TIME HELP REQUIRED
To assist in the running of our busy Guest House and Campsite.
Tasks to include 'changeovers' housework and gardening.
Also required Trainee Chef/Cook to help in the preparation and
cooking of evening meals.
Applicants must be available for weekend work.
Contact David or Jane on 01646 636767
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THE HAVENS COMMUNITY ALLOTMENTS AND GARDENS

Oh the buzzing of the bees. What a
wonderful sound to a soft fruit
grower, watching them busily
pollinate my gooseberries and
currants.
What marvellous weather! So many
fine days and hardly any rain, yes
we are already watering our plants.
Indeed this year's weather pattern
reminds me of the 1976 summer
fingers crossed!
In April, as I write, all the Blackthorn
sloe (and my damson tree) are a
mass of flowers with no leaves
showing. In May we will have
Hawthorn in flower (that was in leaf
in April) and my cherry tree. They
are both self pollinating, but I think
they would set better with extra
trees.
We held our AGM in The Ocean
Cafe (thanks again Mostyn) and I
stepped down as Chairman and
David Meanwell took over the
duties. Rob Whittaker resigned and
I took over as Treasurer, thanks Rob
for holding the purse strings. My
thanks to Shenal Yates, who
continues as Secretary, for the
excellent administration of THCAG.
Well I did get all the potatoes into the
ground eventually and the first of
them to be planted 20th February
(Abbot and Swift) should be ready
by early May. These are new
varieties for me and are part of my
search for the perfect new potato!
You will remember my use of loo roll
cores at home for broad beans and
onion sets because I wouldn't brave
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the wet and cold weather in

February at the allotment. Well the
wonderful dry weather means I have
to water them twice as much to get
them established, so my reluctance
in February has given me a load of
extra work. Memo to self re
February!
You will also remember the saga of
my purple sprouting and how I was
going to rip out all these giant
unproductive plants. Again, mostly
due to lack of time I never actually
got round to doing it and lo and
behold I now have masses of purple
sprouting. I guess if you plant a bit
late (only a little, honest) they shut
down early for winter and so come
to fruition half a season later.
There are plots available for 25 per
year and a magnificent view at no
extra charge. There is plenty of time
to sow vegetables and flowers.
Beetroot, carrots, lettuce, spinach,
courgettes and so on are all suitable
for direct sowing in the ground.
Marigolds help keep pests away,
have a long flowering season and
make the view of the plot less
industrial.
Best wishes to you all for a great
summer and good gardening.
Patrick Hellings, Treasurer THCAG,
01437 781 319
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QUIZ : ROSES : ANSWERS

1. Candle in the Wind by Elton John. The funeral of Princess Diana (1997).
2. Petra (in Jordan), the ancient city sculptured out of the coloured sandstone.
3. The Burnet Rose, a white rose common on sand dunes and limestone.
4. Referred to Sir Francis Rose, (1909-79) an English painter whom she
regarded as extremely talented and she did possess a large collection of
famous paintings. Sir Franciss paintings hung in her drawing room, Gauguin
and Matisse were relegated to the lavatory!
5. A corruption of the Welsh word : Rhos or Roose meaning Peninsula.
6. This dates back to Greek mythology : Cupid bribed Harpocrates (the god of
silence) with a white rose not to reveal the secret love affairs of Venus. The
white rose became the emblem of silence. Roman council meetings always had
white roses on their tables to signify everything said was in confidence. The
Victorians took to decorating their ceilings with white plaster roses. But today
the sole remnant of this tradition is a plain white plastic cone!
7. This is supposed to imitate the process of catching the plague of medieval
times but it was only first recorded in the 1880s. The ring of roses is quite unlike
the black swollen glands (buboes) of bubonic plague. And sneezing was not a
symptom of pneumonic plague. So its source is unknown.
8. The Patriot by Robert Browning ( May 1812-1889) m. Elizabeth Barrett.
The Bowen Memorial Hall

Prices for hiring
60 per day
40 per day if hiring more than 2 days
30 half day
50 childrens party
60 evening function
150 weddings
15 evening meeting (up to 2 hours)
Please contact Edna Davies
Tel: 01437 781150
For enquiries and bookings
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We Need You!
Support The Boardwalk is the chosen fundraising partner for the 2015
TriExcercise Pembrokeshire Coats Triathlon on Saturday June 20th.
This is a HUGE fundraising opportunity for Support The Boardwalk; by helping out
on the day Managing the Car parking and marshalling the event we can raise
funds.
We NEED People on the Day!
We already have a number of volunteers; but the more people we have , the more
buckets we can shake and raffle tickets we can sell!
If you, your friends, family, can help on June 20th for a few hours between
7:30am and 2pm approx. Please let us know , send an email to
boardwalkgang@gmail.com
We need people to:
- Manage Car Parking at 'Youth hostel' PCNPA car park, Broad Haven.
- Collect Donations in lieu of Car Park charges [which have been waived by PCNPA]
- Sell Grand Prize Draw Raffle tickets on the day
- Marshall the event at points on the Triathlon route [full training provided!]

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At Anchor House, The Seafront, Broad

Haven, SA62 3JN Tel. 01437 781 476
OPEN AT WEEKENDS DURING MAY AND

JUNE
From Friday 1st May 2015
FRIDAYS
from 4.30 pm for Pizzas eat in or takeaway
SATURDAYS, SUNDAYS AND BANK HOLIDAY

MONDAYS
Open from 11am for drinks, light lunch and cakes
Pizzas from 4.30 pm eat in or takeaway
FULLY LICENSED
Come and enjoy something to eat or drink.
Relax and take in the lovely views from our seafront
garden and beach bar

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Gwyneth Hopkins, Reiki

Practitioner
Reiki is a form of "Hands on Healing"
(the client remains fully clothed). It works
towards reducing stress, pain and
tension. For a person in good health,
Reiki offers a pleasant way to relax, to
relieve stress and to increase energy
and vitality.
Reiki can be used to facilitate the healing
of illness. It may help to strengthen the
immune system, eliminate toxins and
release emotional blockages.
Your Reiki treatment will be in a private
and peaceful environment. I also
practice other therapies and teach Reiki.
For more details Tel: 01646 636683
(St.Ishmaels) www.gwynhopkins.co.uk
Mary, Malcolm, Viv and Andrew extend you a warm welcome.
Only 30 yards from the beach we are an ideal

stop for a glass of Welsh Ale, wine, tea or coffee.
Our varied menu includes fresh local lobster,
crab and fish, steaks, mixed grills and Freds
famous Lamb curry and homemade Steak and
Ale Pies.
We have a Specials board which changes daily,
yummy puddings and Pembrokeshire Pant Mawr
Cheese
The beer garden is sheltered, ideal on sunny
days, on in cooler weather enjoy the log fire in
the cosy bar .
Tel 01437 781 266

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Ha ven Wi l d Bi r d & Pet

Food
Open Monday to Saturdays 9am - 5pm

Open Sundays 10am - 4pm
We Stock a large range of wild bird and pet foods
and accessories including Burns Real Food for Pets,
Country Choice and Royal Canin. We have a large
range of pet beds, cages, harnesses, collars and
leads in stock. Free parking outside the shop. We will
be opening a Doggy Day Care Centre later in the
year.
Sunset Bed & Breakfast

Quiet family run business in Broad Haven
Double en-suite rooms with sea views, only a few
minutes walk to the beach
07903 730832
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SUPPORT THE BOARDWALK!

Ex-Boardwalk TIMBER!
Is now available for collection from Trafalgar terrace car Park Some of it is timber decking planks and there are 4x4" Green Oak posts
Please use it responsibly!
Please replace the safety barriers when you leave!
Please take 'warts n all' some wood still has bolts in, don't leave the rubbish
for boardwalk volunteers to clear up!
Please leave a generous donation in the car park collection box as you
leave!
Project Buzz
KEEP WALES TIDYs project
Natural Buzz has granted 500 in
garden vouchers to help people
make the most of our local green
spaces -Slashpond Boardwalk
Our plan: to maintain and enhance
the Slashpond area for the benefit of
all - nature and people.
What we need to do?
Spring clean the meadow.
Establish plants that will attract pollinators.
Make and install Bug hotels, butterfly/moth feeders,
bird boxes to provide all year habitat.
Organize a Wild Weekend (day) and invite locals
and visitors to help us an opportunity to attract
new people and grow knowledge of the Boardwalk
Nature Walk and Habitat
On Sunday April 26th an
enthusiastic
bunch
of
volunteers tackled the first
stages of this project by
clearing the brambles away
,
revealing a number of apple
trees , a holly bush and natural wildfowers! The first
birdbox was installed - so pop down and enjoy a
picnic on the benches and watch & listen & see
what you can spot in this wonderful little area.

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DAWN CHORUS WALK, BROAD

HAVEN
This PCNPA event is being led by
Hayley Barrett and Peter Royle with
expert advice on-hand from Rosemary
Royle.
Warm clothing and stout footwear are
recommended and bring a torch we
will be walking along rough paths in the
dark. Breakfast is available afterwards
from the YHA at Broad Haven for an
additional charge. Coffee and tea will
also be available.
BOOKING ESSENTIAL 01834 845040
Meet at Broad Haven car park by the
Youth Hostel SM 863140
Start Time 04:30
Finish Time 07:00
Leaders: Hayley Barrett and Peter Royle
Adult Price : 5.00
Concessionary Price : 5.00
Are you looking for a venue to hold your party?

Then look no further...
Broad Haven Village Hall is available!
20 for 2 hours hall hire
(to include heating and use of the kitchen)
Dont delay, book your party here today!!

To check availability and book call:
Charlie Alexander on 07734 818 336
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WHATS ON THIS MONTH?

Bus Timetables - available at

Bin Collections: Orange, Food, Glass & Black Bins

Spring Bank Holiday

Petrol Stations - dont leave it to the

Public Phones - are located by the

Excellent Childrens Play Park - From

WiFi - internet and WiFi available at the

Rhos Cottage Dental Surgery Phone : 01437 765 124

Electronic Tourist Information Point

WHO TO CONTACT IN THE HAVENS

Broad Haven Festive Lighting

2nd Tuesday of Month

Dog Fouling Pembrokeshire County Council 01437 764551

Tom.hayes@pembrokeshire.gov.uk Environmental Health Officer

THE HAVENS COMMUNITY COUNCIL CONTACT CENTRE (01437) 764551

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With Alan Spence

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Quality care for 2-4 year olds

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Mon Havens Community Council Surgery, See Page 36

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QUIZ : ROSES, ROSES ALL THE WAY

The Havens 50+ Fit Club

A Big Thank-you! to Peter Connell for his continued support and

Gentle seated exercise classes and

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Broad Haven Rainbows and Brownies

Summer Vegetable Curry

Strawberries & Cream

Domestic plumbing, chimney and

ICS (Institute of Chimney Sweeps)

Contact Jim Woodward

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For a free estimate call Jim on 07772

recipes from bbc goodfood...

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