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Yahoo
14-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
‘Heavy heart' as popular Pembrokeshire restaurant announces closure
The owners of a popular Pembrokeshire restaurant have expressed their 'heavy heart' with plans to close their business. Madtom Land & Sea has announced it will be up for sale. The restaurant has over 300 reviews on Tripadvisor with an average rating of 4.6 stars out of five and a recommendation ratio of 98% from 242 reviews on Facebook. A spokesperson Madtom Land & Sea posted on Facebook: 'It's time to move on! Restaurant For Sale! With a heavy heart we have made the decision to close Madtom for the foreseeable future. 'Time to slow down a little, gather our thoughts and focus on the next chapter! Thank you to everyone who has supported us over the past 6 years, and to our fantastic team, we couldn't have done it without you. 'The Restaurant is now for sale, if you would like to know more or request a viewing please message.' Following the announcement, hundreds of locals responded to the post expressing their sadness. Kevin Clarke said: 'Thank you all for the last six years. Amongst the best dining experiences in Pembrokeshire. Good luck for the next chapter.' Sue James-Davies added: 'Thank you for such an amazing fish restaurant experience over the years. Very sorry you are closing but wish you all the very best for the future. Narberth won't be the same without you, but you deserve to be happy!' Tina Blankson agreed: 'I'm really sad for you all, Tom! This is such sad news. Wishing you well, wherever you land, know that I will come and find you. All the best. To all, covered in much love hugs and very best wishes.' Caroline Husecken also wrote: 'So sad that you have closed you will be so missed by us all in Narberth you have been a huge asset to the town! Wishing you Tom, Sam and your team all the best for your future ventures!'
BBC News
04-06-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Pembrokeshire goats used as eco-friendly lawn mowers in churchyard
Goats have been introduced as an eco-friendly way of keeping a churchyard in shape. Narberth Town Council in Pembrokeshire is trialling using the animals at St Andrew's Church to clear excess growth around gravestones and across the goats come from a business believed to be the only one of its type in the UK which provides the service for the council as well as for a national park and other local goats are kept in their designated areas using GPS satellite technology recently shown on Clarkson's Farm, the farming programme of presenter Jeremy Clarkson. Visitors are being asked to support the scheme by avoiding the grazing goats at work, making sure children are supervised and kept away from them, and by keeping dogs on leads. It is hoped the goats can be used as a natural and chemical-free method of managing overgrown areas and for controlling brambles and invasive welfare checks will be carried out on them to ensure they are healthy, safe, and well cared for throughout their time on site, the town council said. The goats themselves come from Clynderwen-based Biogoats 2 Rent run by Richard White and Dawn Hart, who said the goats were already on site at St Andrew's and are expected to remain there for two to three Hart said they were also used as a sustainable way of clearing selected natural areas on the Robeston Wathen bypass, as well as at Tenby's St Mary's church, with plans to return there later this than using collars, the goats are kept in their designated areas using GPS satellite technology, a process recently shown on Clarkson's Farm."I think he stole the idea from us," joked Mr White, who said: "We're the only company in the UK to do this. We get enquiries from all over the UK, but the travel costs can make it unviable for the customers from further away."We enjoy what we do and meet some nice people along the way." The council said in a statement: "Narberth Town Council is continuing its work to enhance the grounds of St Andrew's Church as part of our ongoing biodiversity and environmental improvement programme."These goats will help clear excess growth around gravestones and across the site, enabling us to implement a longer-term ground management plan."
Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Yahoo
'Iconic' Pembrokeshire building vandalized AGAIN
A county councillor has expressed his concern after an 'iconic' Pembrokeshire building was reportedly vandalised last month. On April 26, the old library on St James Street in Narberth was allegedly broken into. This comes after the derelict library was to be sold at an auction. The incident was reported on April 26. (Image: Cllr Marc Tierney) Cabinet Member for Young People, Communities and the Wellbeing of Future Generations, Cllr Marc Tierney said: 'We think somebody vandalised the library on April 26. "Entry was seemingly gained by kicking in the side door, causing damage to the glass door and the external glass window. 'Crockery was smashed up and graffiti is there. We don't how much it will cost to clean and repair. The building was always going to be sold and is up for auction with John Francis. 'We all have stretched financial budgets, and this kind of criminal offence will cause taxpayers to pay more money. The incident feeds into this recent craze of people breaking into and destroying old derelict buildings. 'There seems to be a trend for people to come and poke about in these places. The police have been informed, and we don't need to be tolerating this kind of behaviour, especially on a residential street. 'I am quite disappointed myself. It's quite an iconic building which locals are familiar with. People are quite saddened that this happened." Police saw broken windows and graffiti inside the building. (Image: Cllr Marc Tierney) According to Cllr Tierney, this is the first time the library has been vandalized, and Pembrokeshire County Council are keeping an eye on the property. Police have confirmed they received reports of vandalism at the old library and revealed there was noticeable damage. A spokesperson for Dyfed-Powys Police said: 'Dyfed-Powys Police received a report of a burglary and vandalism at the old library on St James Street, Narberth, on April 26. 'Officers identified broken windows and graffiti inside the vacant building. Enquiries are ongoing.' Following the incident, Cllr Tierney also posted on Facebook, stating the vandalism seen at the library has no place in Narberth and how the town prides itself on its sense of community. Cllr Tierney wrote: 'This will be upsetting news for those who have fond memories of the building and for local residents. Ultimately, the cost of repair falls back onto local council taxpayers. 'The old library on St James Street will be sold at auction shortly following a recent cabinet decision. I hope there is still a chance it can provide a place for the community in future but until any sale is completed I have asked that security be stepped up.'
