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Western Telegraph
4 days ago
- General
- Western Telegraph
'Invasive' Himalayan balsam spreading in Haverfordwest
Himalayan balsam, known for its explosive seed capsules, has been seen spreading along the riverbanks in the town centre, between the John Phillipp Bridge and the area near the Bristol Trader pub. John Roberts, a former parks trainee who was taught about the dangers of such plants in the 1950s, has warned the town could be in for 'seven years of weeding' due to the plant's rapid proliferation. Despite its attractive appearance, the Himalayan balsam is legally recognised as an invasive plant due to its rapid spreading nature. Mr Roberts said some attempts have been made to control the plant, possibly by volunteers, but said the plant is proving challenging due to difficult access. He called for professional intervention to prevent the plant from spreading further downstream. In an open letter, Mr Roberts said: "Himalayan balsam, Impatiens glandulifera, is an invasive watercourse weed. "In the town centre, it is being allowed to proliferate along the river, between the two bridges. "This is despite the fact that the Pembrokeshire County Council (PCC) 'Short River Walk' website states that, 'The project includes management of the invasive Himalayan balsam.' "Some attempt has been made to control the weed by bashing. "Possibly by volunteers? "However, access is difficult and control of this weed needs professional attention before the weed spreads down river to the open area opposite the Bristol Trader. "I would remind PCC of their stated intentions regarding invasive weeds, such as Himalayan balsam." The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) website provides guidance on how to manage Himalayan balsam, stating it is important to preserve and promote indigenous flora and fauna. Mr Roberts acknowledged the current efforts by the Pembrokeshire County Council in wilding, but urged for a balance to ensure that wilding does not become neglecting.
Western Telegraph
28-05-2025
- Business
- Western Telegraph
Bristol Trader, Haverfordwest, up and running after fire
The Bristol Trader, a popular riverside pub in Haverfordwest was struck by fire last November. The fire on Wednesday, November 6, affected two floors and the roof space of the Quay Street pub. Fire crews battled the blaze for two hours and smoke could be seen billowing from the building. (Image: Simon Hosker-Hicks) The Bristol Trader is known for its food and has a 4.4 rating on TripAdvisor. Following the fire, the pub was forced to close while the damage was repaired which could have been disastrous just before the busy Christmas season. However, Team Trader launched a canny contingency plan and quickly moved its kitchen to the nearby Castle Hotel on Castle Square, Haverfordwest, opening there on November 18. The bar reopened at the end of November. However, the kitchen of the pub remained closed while repairs continued to be carried out. This year the Trader has held a series of pop-up dining events at the pub, while the kitchen gets back up and running. Last Sunday the pub opened its kitchen fully, meaning that the Bristol Trader is running as normal for the first time since the fire. (Image: Geograph/ Deborah Tilley licensed for reuse under the Creative Commons Licence) 'We can't wait to have our restaurant back full again and to see all our lovely customers,' said the Trader team before the grand reopening, which finished off with music and dancing from local band The Connections As well as reopening the kitchen, the pub is offering a new menu from its new kitchen. Among the meals on offer are Trader burgers and grills, breakfasts, flatbreads and the famous trader sexy wedges. Food is now being served daily at the Bristol Trader; from 12pm-3pm and 5pm to 8pm Monday to Saturday, with Sunday lunch served between 12pm and 3pm on Sunday.
