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Western Telegraph
23-07-2025
- General
- Western Telegraph
In pictures: Last Invasion of Britain commemoration
The Last Invasion of Britain commemoration took place over the weekend in the seaside village of Goodwick. The event commemorated the 228th anniversary of the failed invasion by French troops, thwarted by local yeomanry and Fishguard cobbler Jemima Nicholas and her army of women. (Image: Western Telegraph) The two day event was comprised of morning visits to a military re-enactment camp at Goodwick's Phoenix Centre. (Image: Western Telegraph) In the afternoon the action moved to Goodwick Sands where a huge crowd watched the French skirmish with British troops before being overwhelmed and surrendering. (Image: Western Telegraph) The action then moved to Fishguard's Golden Mile from where the French were paraded through the town to the Royal Oak pub where a treaty was signed on the very same table as it was 228 years ago. (Image: Western Telegraph) Musical entertainment was provided on the square by Fishguard Male Voice Choir, Goodwick Brass Band and singer Gwenno Dafydd. (Image: Western Telegraph) It featured HMS Wales, a navy re-enactment group; The First of the First Grenadiers; the Welsh Horse Yeomanry, Enniscorthy Historical re-enactment Society and the local Jemima's Army. (Image: Western Telegraph) The free event was visited by several dignitaries and politicians including First Minister Eluned Morgan, MP Ben Lake, SM Sam Kurtz and deputy Lord Lieutenant of Dyfed, Rodger Smith. (Image: Western Telegraph) 'It went as well as we could have hoped for,' said organiser Adrian Tyrrell. We had between six and seven hundred visitors over the two days including sea cadets and sea scouts who visited the camp, hundreds of people on the parrog on both days and outside the Royal Oak.' (Image: Western Telegraph) Adrian expressed thanks to his co-organisers Cllr Alex Allison and county councillor Nicola Gwynn and to the event's funders, Pembrokeshire County Council's shared prosperity fund and North Pembrokeshire Chamber of Trade and Tourism, as well as all the people who took part and came to watch. (Image: Western Telegraph) 'It was like a jigsaw,' he said. 'I put it together, but I couldn't put it together without all the pieces and those include all the people who came and watched.' (Image: Western Telegraph) (Image: Western Telegraph) Adrian and the organisers hope to put on a similar event next summer and build up to the 230th anniversary in 2027.
Western Telegraph
19-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Western Telegraph
Re-enactment of Last Invasion to be played out in Goodwick
A re-enactment of the Last Invasion of Britain will take place this weekend in the seaside village of Goodwick. The event commemorates the 228th anniversary of the failed invasion by French troops, thwarted by local yeomanry and Fishguard cobbler Jemima Nicholas and her army of women. (Image: HMS Wales) The two day celebration of the last invasion has been independently organised by town councillors Adrian Tyrrell, Alex Allison and county councillor Nicola Gwynn. The two-day event will involve a military re-enactment camp at the Phoenix Centre, horse displays, a skirmish on Goodwick Sands, the French surrender, treaty signing in the Royal Oak, entertainment and historical talks. The re-enactment will feature HMS Wales, a navy re-enactment group; The First of the First Grenadiers; the Welsh Horse Yeomanry, Enniscorthy Historical re-enactment Society and the local Jemima's Army. There will also be an appearance by the horses from the Dyfed-Shire Horse Farm. (Image: Alamy Stock Photo) 'People are hearing about it and asking how they can be involved,' said Adrian. 'The re-enactment on the beach will take about half an hour and will involve all the groups as well as an eight-pound cannon and the cavalry and their horses. 'The Pembroke Yeomanry will take the surrender on the beach before the action is transported up to Fishguard.' A around 3.50pm all the actors will parade from the Golden Mile to Fishguard Square before the peace treaty is signed in the Royal Oak. There will be a talk about the history of the Last Invasion at 5.30pm on both days followed by music from Fishguard Male Voice Choir and Goodwick Brass Band. The event is free to attend and takes place over two days it has been funded by the shared prosperity fund and Noth Pembrokeshire Chamber of Trade and Tourism. The First Minster will be attending on Saturday with the Deputy Lord Lieutenant for Dyfed coming on Sunday. Fishguard's famous Last Invasion Tapestry will also be open on both Saturday and Sunday afternoon. There are plans to build on this month's event and make it an annual occurrence, building up to the 130th anniversary in 2027. 'Everybody I have spoken to is so enthusiastic,' said Adrian. 'It not a special anniversary but it doesn't matter. It's about the locals and visitors coming down, seeing what's going on and having a really good time.'
Scottish Sun
12-05-2025
- Scottish Sun
Major road in popular British seaside town for holidaymakers CLOSED for six days
Some shops along the road are still open and pedestrians can access the area HOLIDAY CHAOS Major road in popular British seaside town for holidaymakers CLOSED for six days – check your route A MAIN road that runs through a popular seaside town will be shut for six days this week. The road closure in the picturesque Welsh town of Fishguard — ranked as one of the best UK seaside towns to move to in 2025 — may cause disruptions for locals and visitors. 4 The High Street leading to The Square in Fishguard, Pembrokeshire Credit: Alamy 4 The old harbour in Fishguard Credit: Alamy Fishguard High Street will be closed in both directions due to road resurfacing work until Friday, 16 May. Some of the initial work involved laying new infrastructure for new flats being built next to one of the main shops in the town. However, some businesses along the road have stayed open, and pedestrian access is still available. Temporary traffic lights are operating 24/7, authorities have said. The one-way system has been temporarily converted into a two-way system while roadworks continue. Traffic coming from the A487 in Lower Town will be redirected along West Street and can then continue via Ropewalk and Penbanc, or take the A40 bypass to reach the top of Fishguard High Street. The Pembrokeshire town is known for its scenic coastal trails, colorful buildings by the harbor, and rich history. Fishguard has two harbours, the oldest being Lower Town Harbour, which played an important role in the Irish ferry trade. There are many attractions to explore, such as the rugged Strumble Head, which marks the southern boundary of Cardigan Bay. The viewpoint is renowned for being a prime location to see seals, dolphins, seabirds, and porpoises. The restaurant scene in Fishguard is thriving, with around 25 restaurants for every 1,000 residents, so you'll never have trouble finding a place to eat. A study conducted by MyBaggage with Daily Mail on the best towns to live in comparing house prices, salary, sunlight hours and rainfall, ranked Fishguard number six. The study revealed that Fishguard enjoys 1,663.62 hours of sunshine annually, contributing to its popularity as a tourist destination. The town has a long history and is famous for the Last Invasion of Britain in 1797, an event commemorated by the Fishguard Tapestry. Fishguard was the last place in Britain to be invaded by France, but a regiment of local Welsh women thwarted the invasion thanks to their traditional clothing. "The women stood on these clifftops in their scarlet bodices and tall black hats, which the French mistook for British Army uniform. Within 48 hours of landing, the French surrendered," a tour guide told The Sun. Construction of Fishguard Harbour started in 1894 and was finished in 1906 to serve the Irish ferry trade. Fishguard is expected to host 30 cruise ship arrivals in 2025, with each ship bringing between 100 and 2,500 passengers. 4 Boats in the harbour in the seaside village of Lower Fishguard Credit: Alamy
The Irish Sun
12-05-2025
- The Irish Sun
Major road in popular British seaside town for holidaymakers CLOSED for six days
A MAIN road that runs through a popular seaside town will be shut for six days this week. The road closure in the picturesque Welsh town of Fishguard — ranked as one of the best UK seaside towns to move to in 2025 — may cause disruptions for locals and visitors. Advertisement 4 The High Street leading to The Square in Fishguard, Pembrokeshire Credit: Alamy 4 The old harbour in Fishguard Credit: Alamy Fishguard High Street will be closed in both directions due to road resurfacing work until Friday, 16 May. Some of the initial work involved laying new infrastructure for new flats being built next to one of the main shops in the town. However, some businesses along the road have stayed open, and pedestrian access is still available. Temporary traffic lights are operating 24/7, authorities have said. The one-way system has been temporarily converted into a two-way system while roadworks continue. Advertisement Traffic coming from the A487 in Lower Town will be redirected along West Street and can then continue via Ropewalk and Penbanc, or take the A40 bypass to reach the top of Fishguard High Street. The Pembrokeshire town is known for its scenic coastal trails, colorful buildings by the harbor, and rich history. Fishguard has two harbours, the oldest being Lower Town Harbour, which played an important role in the Irish ferry trade. There are many attractions to explore, such as the rugged Strumble Head, which marks the southern boundary of Advertisement Most read in Motors Exclusive The viewpoint is renowned for being a prime location to see seals, dolphins, seabirds, and porpoises. The restaurant scene in Fishguard is thriving, with around 25 restaurants for every 1,000 residents, so you'll never have trouble finding a place to eat. A study conducted by The study revealed that Fishguard enjoys 1,663.62 hours of sunshine annually, contributing to its popularity as a tourist destination. Advertisement The town has a long history and is famous for the Last Invasion of Britain in 1797, an event commemorated by the Fishguard Tapestry. Fishguard was the last place in Britain to be invaded by France, but a regiment of local Welsh women thwarted the invasion thanks to their traditional clothing. "The women stood on these clifftops in their scarlet bodices and tall black hats, which the French mistook for British Army uniform. Within 48 hours of landing, the French surrendered," a tour guide told The Sun . Construction of Fishguard Harbour started in 1894 and was finished in 1906 to serve the Irish ferry trade. Advertisement Fishguard is expected to host 30 cruise ship arrivals in 2025, with each ship bringing between 100 and 2,500 passengers. 4 Boats in the harbour in the seaside village of Lower Fishguard Credit: Alamy 4 Taj Mahal Restaurant and Bennetts Navy Tavern, on High Street Fishguard Credit: Alamy
Scottish Sun
04-05-2025
- Scottish Sun
UK seaside town named one of the best places to live where locals once foiled a French invasion
Plus, the full list of the best seaside towns to relocate I SEA IT UK seaside town named one of the best places to live where locals once foiled a French invasion FISHGUARD is one of the best UK seaside towns to move to in 2025 and it has an interesting history with the French. The Welsh seaside town in Pembrokeshire town is known for its beautiful coastal paths, vibrant buildings along the harbour and incredible history. Advertisement 5 Fishguard is one of the best towns to relocate to in 2025 Credit: Getty 5 The town has two harbours and welcomes cruise ships throughout the year Credit: Alamy MyBaggage conducted a study with Daily Mail and put together a list of the best towns to live in comparing house prices, salary, sunlight hours and rainfall. Number six on the list was Fishguard, although it's also a great place for tourists to visit too - the study found Fishguard gets 1663.62 hours of annual sunlight. And there are 25 restaurants per 1,000 residents so you won't struggle to find somewhere to eat. There are lots of sights to see like the rocky headland of Strumble Head, which marks the southern limit of Cardigan Bay. Advertisement The viewpoint has been said to be a great place to spot seals, dolphins, seabirds and porpoises. One hiker wrote on Tripadvisor: "We live a few miles from Strumble Head and visit yearly for the fantastic views and great walks around the coastal paths." Another said: "Fantastic spot in a corner where the world seems to have stopped." Fishguard also has an interesting history. Advertisement It's known for the Last Invasion of Britain in 1797, which is commemorated by the Fishguard Tapestry. One Sun Travel writer learned all about it from her tour guide Joe. The seaside town of Newlyn in Cornwall has been dubbed as one of the 'coolest' places to relocate 5 Stumble Head is a great viewing point on the coast Credit: Alamy 5 The Dyffryn Fernant have a variety of plants Credit: Alamy Advertisement He said: "Fishguard was the last place in Britain to be invaded," before adding that the invasion, by France in February 1797, was foiled by a regiment of local Welsh women — thanks to their traditional clothing. Joe added: "The women stood on these clifftops in their scarlet bodices and tall black hats, which the French mistook for British Army uniform. Within 48 hours of landing, the French surrendered." Fishguard is also known for it's rugged coastal scenery and coastal walks. It has two harbours, the oldest being Lower Town Harbour. Advertisement The building of Fishguard Harbour began in 1894 and was completed in 1906 for the Irish ferry trade. In 1907 began the transatlantic trade to New York on the luxury liner RMS Mauretania. In 2025, Fishguard is set to welcome 30 cruise ship visits per year, and each typically brings between 100 and 2,500 passengers. It's where you'll find Dyffryn Fernant, a six acre garden created in 1996. Advertisement It's known for its various areas, including the exotic courtyard and Nicky's Field, which has ornamental grasses. Tickets to enter the garden are £7 for adults, while children under 16 are admitted for free. A couple live in a Welsh tourist hotspot and reveal the hidden gems you need to know about. And the British beach town that is pretty even in the winter with a coastal National Park. Advertisement Here's The Full List Of The UK Seaside Towns To Move To In 2025 Margate (Kent) Whitby (Yorkshire) Whitstable (Kent) Llandudno (Conwy) Portpatrick (Dumfries and Galloway) Fishguard (Pembrokeshire) Brighton (East Sussex) Aldenburgh (Suffolk) Penzance (Cornwall) Portrush (Co Antrim)
