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Western Telegraph
31-07-2025
- General
- Western Telegraph
Narberth Fire Station hosts a successful open day
The event, held as part of Narberth's Civic Week celebrations, was a hit with the local community. The fire station welcomed visitors of all ages, offering them a unique chance to see the important work they do. The open day was packed with fun activities, hands-on experiences, and educational demonstrations, allowing attendees to learn more about the fire service. The event was well attended, with many local residents taking the opportunity to engage with the fire station and its staff. A spokesperson for the fire station said: "A huge thank you to all who joined us on the day." The open day was part of a series of events held throughout Narberth's Civic Week, an annual celebration that brings the community together.
Western Telegraph
19-07-2025
- General
- Western Telegraph
Three road closures in place for Narberth Civic Week events
The first will be for the week's traditional opener, the Civic Parade. The closure will be in place from 9.40 am to 10.20 am and then 11.30 am to 11.45 am and will affect Moorfield Road, Spring Gardens, St James Street and High Street. Civic Week's lively Pram Push event takes to the streets on Wednesday (July 23) from 6pm to 7.30pm. Closures will be in place between 6pm and 9pm High Street, Spring Gardens, A478 Bridge Hill, Castle Street, Market Street, Market Square, St James Street and Moorfield Road. There may be delays at St James Street as traffic is staggered towards Bridge Hill. The culmination of Civic Week is Narberth Carnival, which has reverted to its usual start time of 2pm this year. From 1pm to 3.30pm, to allow floats to assemble and disperse, Station Road (B4314) will be closed from the junction with St James Street to the junction with John Morgan Close. Then for the carnival parade, Water Street, High Street, Spring Gardens, St James Street, Market Square will be closed from 1.50pm to 3.30pm, Narnerth Civic Week chairman Chris Walters, in a message to local businesses and townspeople, said: 'We understand that road closures can cause some inconvenience, and we will always do our utmost to keep any disruption to a minimum. "Please be assured that we will reopen roads as soon as it is safe to do so.'
Yahoo
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Countdown begins as Pembrokeshire's longest-running carnival returns
The countdown is on to Pembrokeshire's longest-running carnival, which is the culmination of a week of community activities in its town. Narberth Carnival will take to the streets on Saturday, July 26, and is the highlight of Narberth Civic Week which gets underway on Sunday, July 20. This years' family-friendly event will feature plenty of Civic Week traditions such as the Pram Push (weather permitting). Happy bees in a previous carnival parade. (Image: Gareth Davies Photography) The week will also see the return of old favourites such as the Fire Services Open Day, the ever-popular Civic Week pub quiz and Milford Haven Town Band's 'Brass on the Grass' on the Town Moor. There will also be new events introduced this year, including Parkour sessions and as Teddy Bears' Picnic – the latter of which will be raising money to refurbish the town's much-loved play park. Narbelles WI made their carnival debut at last year's event. (Image: Gareth Davies Photography) Chris Walters, chairman of Narberth Civic Week and Carnival said: 'Civic Week has always been about bringing people together and celebrating the incredible sense of community we have here in Narberth. "It's a time when the town comes alive with events, music, laughter and colour, and it's something we're very proud to continue each year. He thanked the members of the small Civic Week committee for their tireless efforts, and also to the members of the public for their messages of support. Piratical inspiration from The Jolly Nobbler at the 2024 carnival. (Image: Gareth Davies Photography) Chris added: "It really does mean so much to know people care about keeping these traditions alive." The parade theme for the carnival is Anything Goes', but shops, pubs and restaurants in the town have been challenged to bring even more fun to the streets with their own Pirates & Captains theme. Chris continued: "I'd encourage everyone to come along, take part and support our local businesses and volunteers who make this possible. "Narberth Civic Week belongs to the whole community – let's make it another one to remember.'
Daily Record
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Newmains & District Gala Committee announces 2025 gala court
This year's gala queen is St Brigid's Primary School pupil Jorgie Macer. She will be crowned at this year's event which will be held on Saturday, June 14. Newmains & District Gala Committee have announced the 2025 gala court. This year's gala queen is St Brigid's Primary School pupil Jorgie Macer. She will be crowned at this year's event which will be held on Saturday, June 14. Jorgie will be joined in this year's gala court from kids who attend Newmains, St Brigid's, Morningside and Cambusnethan primary schools as well as youngsters from Newmains, Abernethyn and Cambusnethan nursery classes. Ahead of the big day in June, Newmains will host its annual Civic Week with events taking place over seven days. The gala committee will be hosting a prize bingo on Thursday, May 29, at Robin's Bar. The fun starts at 7.30pm with eyes down at 8pm. There will also be a family fun night at Robin's Bar on Friday, May 30, starting at 6pm. Adult tickets cost £5 with children's tickets priced at £2; everyone is welcome. For more information visit the Newmains & District Gala Committee Facebook page.
Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Lowry painting bought for £10 expected to fetch £1m at auction
A rare painting by LS Lowry originally bought for £10 is expected to sell for up to £1 million nearly 100 years later. The painting, Going To The Mill, was bought by Arthur Wallace for £10 in 1926 and has been in the same family ever since. It is now going up for auction for the first time at Mall Galleries, central London, with Lyon & Turnbull fine auctioneers, where it is estimated to sell for between £700,000 and £1 million next month. Lowry completed Going To The Mill in 1925, with the painting reflecting his signature style of industrial landscapes and figures. It is believed to be one of the earliest sales made by the Stretford-born painter. The painting was originally bought by Arthur Wallace, the Manchester Guardian's literary editor, who used it to mark Manchester Civic Week, celebrating the city's industrial success. Going To The Mill is marked on the back as being £30, but Lowry let Mr Wallace have it for £10. Recently on long-term loan to Pallant House Gallery in Chichester, the artwork has been in the Wallace family for the past century. Lowry also gifted Mr Wallace an additional work, The Manufacturing Town, which the family sold several years ago. Explaining the original sale, Mr Wallace's grandson Keith Wallace said: 'Lowry said with great daring, 'Could we say £10?', and Grandpa wrote a cheque. 'Then Lowry wrote back to him saying, 'I think I've charged you too much. Can I give you another one as well?'. So Grandpa got two Lowrys for his £10.' The Wallace family still have Lowry's letter from Nov 9 1926 where he writes: 'Many thanks for your letter and cheque for £10. 'I am very glad Mrs Wallace likes the picture ... and take the liberty of asking you to please accept The Manufacturing Town as a souvenir of the Civic Week.' According to Simon Hucker, senior specialist in modern and contemporary art at the Lyon & Turnbull auction house, Going To The Mill is a rare yet classic Lowry painting. 'Going To The Mill is the epitome of a 1920s Lowry, when he truly becomes a unique voice,' he said. 'It is especially rare for a painting such as this to have had only one owner. 'A work of similar size and date sold from HSBC's collection last year went for £1.2 million. We are very proud to present this painting to the market for the first time since it was sold directly by Lowry.' Broaden your horizons with award-winning British journalism. Try The Telegraph free for 1 month with unlimited access to our award-winning website, exclusive app, money-saving offers and more.
