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VALERO SUMMER BALL - 16th SEPTEMBER 2022

A fabulous time was had by eight representatives of our Charity on Friday 16th September, 2022 at the Valero Summer Ball, which was held at Cardeeth Farm, Creselly. The Summer Ball was part of us being the Valero Charity of the Year. Everyone who attended had a fantastic time and we thank all at Valero Pembroke Refinery for their help, support, kindness and generosity to our Charity.  It seems that they all scub up very well too!!!

 

VALERO VOLUNTEERS COURTYARD MAKEOVER - MAY 7th 2022

WOW!! And Amazing!! What a fantastic job has been done by the Valero Volunteers for us at Pembrokeshire Cancer Support. I feel humbled to be in the photograph with these amazing volunteers who have worked so hard since they arrived at 9.30am. The paintwork looks great and is “Cornish Cream”. The plants are beautiful and range from Wisteria to Hydrangea and Grasses and more. They thought of everything including Bird Boxes, Bug House, and Bird Feeders. We are overwhelmed with their Kindness, Generosity and Support of our Charity. Thank You does not seem enough……but Thank You all!!
A fantastic turnout of Valero Volunteers to completely transform our rear courtyard area. After last night’s cleaning and spraying today saw painting and planting and some furniture construction!! A 9.30am start on a Saturday - well done and thanks to all of them, it looks amazing!!!

 

 

 


CHARITY SHOP LADIES CHRISTMAS DINNER - WEDNESDAY 11th DECEMBER 2019

Our lovely Pembrokeshire Cancer Support Charity Shop Volunteers enjoyed their Christmas Dinner this week at the Coach House Hotel in Pembroke. Everyone loved the food which was just amazing!! We are so lucky to have such a hardworking and dedicated group of volunteers, and without them there would be no Charity!! We wish them all a Merry Christmas and a Happy & Healthy New Year.

 

 

CHARITY CHRISTMAS BUFFET - MONDAY 9th DECEMBER 2019

Today, Pembrokeshire Cancer Support had the Charity Christmas Buffet which was attended by 27 people at our Support Centre in Queen Street, Pembroke Dock. We had a fabulous time with a great spread put on by Derryn (Support Worker). We had a fantastic group of people and it was great to see everyone chatting and enjoying themselves and thinking about friends at Christmas.

 

 

PEMBROKE DOCK TOWN COUNCIL AWARDS - 21st NOVEMBER, 2019

Congratulations!! On Thursday 21st November the Pembrokeshire Cancer Support Charity Shop Ladies went along to Pembroke Dock Quins Club to receive a Pembroke Dock Town Council "Award of Merit" in recognition of an invaluable contribution to the Town. All at the Charity are really "Proud" of the fabulous job that is done by our amazing volunteers - Thank You all !!

 

Pebble Painting at the Support Centre - 8th July, 2019

An entertaining morning at the Pembrokeshire Cancer Support Card & Craft Group. Today there was much fun and laughter and painting of pebbles!! Everyone had a great time and much cake was consumed!!!

 

 

Charity Christmas Buffet (Support Centre)- 3rd December, 2018

Today was the day of the Pembrokeshire Cancer Support Christmas Buffet at our Support Centre in Pembroke Dock. It was a fantastic day and lots of people had a really good time with good food and lots of laughing. A huge Thank You is due to Derryn and her team of "Christmas Elves" who put on the magnificent Buffet. It is great to see people coming together and having a good time. Hope there are some Mince Pies left over for tomorrow!!!

 

Pembroke Dock Heritage Centre Fun Day - Sunday 18th August, 2018

Derryn (Support Worker) and her daughter Lisa represented Pembrokeshire Cancer Support with a stall at the Fun Day at the Pembroke Dock Heritage Centre on Sunday 19th August. It was a good day which everyone seemed to enjoy!! Notice again the camera shy stall holders!!!

 

Elly and her Ward 10 Flag visits the Support Centre (Elly's Ward 10 Flag Appeal) - Thursday 26th July, 2018

 

Elly and her Ward 10 Flag had a "Go to work with Dad day!!" today (must be the school holidays!!). Elly went along with Dad (Lyn, who is the Charity Coordinator) to the Pembrokeshire Cancer Support Charity in Pembroke Dock. Elly had a morning of Card-Making and then had a photograph with some of the ladies after the Relaxation Session at the Support Centre. Elly had a great time watched over by Derryn (Support Worker) and Lisa although there was a lot of Glitter involved!!!! She also loved the stairlift!! Elly also met "Dave Cat" the unofficial Charity Mascot!! If you know someone with Cancer or recovering from Cancer or someone who cares for a Cancer Sufferer they can come to the Support Centre in Queen Street, Pembroke Dock. Elly's Appeal for Ward 10 (Cancer Ward) at Withybush Hospital has raised over £165,000 so far.

 

Parade of Sail, Pembroke Dock - Social & Fundraising Stall - Saturday 30th June, 2018

Derryn (Support Worker) and her daughter Lisa went along to Hobbs Point on Saturday 30th June to the "Parade of Sail".  They took along some goodies to sell and did a Tombola to raise funds.  The stall was really to raise awareness of the Charity and talk to local people.  It was a beautiful day, and the Parade of Sail was excellent, with much chatting and £62 raised on the day.

 

SIMON HART MP - SUPPORT CENTRE VISIT - FRIDAY 15th DECEMBER, 2017

It was fantastic today for Pembrokeshire Cancer Support  to get a visit from Mr Simon Hart  MP (Carmarthen West & South Pembrokeshire) and his assistant Abbie. Mr Hart had a look around the Support Centre and we discussed what the Charity does. He then had a lovely chat with members of the group and Mr Hart chatted about lots of topics, mainly local, and not once was "Brexit" mentioned!! We thank Mr Hart for taking the time out of his busy schedule to come and visit our Charity. 

 

CHARITY SHOP LADIES CHRISTMAS DINNER - WEDNESDAY 13th December, 2017

We try to look after our volunteers and this year they went off for Christmas Dinner to the Lamphey Hall Hotel. I think everyone had a good time!!  We very much appreciate all the hard work the volunteers do for the Charity - without them there would be no Charity. We wish you all a Merry Christmas and thanks again for your support.

 

CHARITY CHRISTMAS BUFFET - WEDNESDAY 6th DECEMBER, 2017

Today, Pembrokeshire Cancer Support had our Christmas Buffet at the Support Centre in Pembroke Dock. The Buffet, prepared by Derryn and her Mum, was fabulous!! There were beautiful cakes made by Margie (the photo shows the cake stand after Lyn got to it !! it was full). Everyone who came along had a great time and I am sorry I missed out quite a few in the photographs - I was too busy eating!! Thanks to all who came along and the Carol Service is next week. Merry Christmas to all !!

 

 

CHRISTMAS CRAFT SALE & COFFEE MORNING - MONDAY 13th NOVEMBER, 2017

The Charity held this event and it turned out to be very successful.  Everyone who attended had a good time and lots of Tea & Coffee was drunk and lots of lovely conversations had. It was great to see everyone mixing and having a good time and not only that but it raised over £200 for the Charity.  Thanks to all who supported the event, see you at the next one!!

 

SIMON HART MP - 50 PLUS EVENT - PATER HALL, PEMBROKE DOCK - WEDNESDAY 8th NOVEMBER, 2017

Derryn and Margot attended the 50+ event on behalf of the Charity to promote the work of the Support Centre and give information on the Charity.  The event was well attended with many other stalls of information (from which we also gained valuable information for the Centre).  The ladies fielded lots of enquiries and gave out lots of information. It was a very worthwhile event

 

MEMBERS CHRISTMAS LUNCH - BEGELLY ARMS - WEDNESDAY 7th DECEMBER, 2016

A lovely time was had by all at the Members Christmas Lunch which was held at the Begelly Arms this year.  Everyone had a good time and the food was excellent.  Once again it was good to see everyone laughing and chatting as this is the only time that lots of us get together.

 

 

CHARITY DAY TRIP - THE TY GLYN DAVIS TRUST (Walled Gardens & Woodland Walk) - WEDNESDAY 13th July, 2016

What a great time was had by all on the Charity Day Trip to the Ty Glyn Davis Trust Walled Gardens and Woodland Walk. Everybody enjoyed the Walled Gardens and Woodland Walk and the fantastic weather. This was followed by Fish & Chips at Aberaeron Harbour.  Dave Cat (the unofficial Charity Mascot) went along as well to keep everyone in order!! Thanks also to Evans Coaches of Milford Haven. http://www.tyglyndavistrust.co.uk/

 

FANTASTIC VOLUNTEERING BY THE PORT OF MILFORD HAVEN - TUES 24th / WED 25th MAY, 2016

A Very Big Thank You is due to Sara and all her "Painting Volunteer" colleagues at the Port of Milford for coming along on Tuesday and Wednesday to paint our Charity Shop. Everyone worked really hard and the shop looks great !!! Lyn is seen keeping an eye on the "workers". Thank you so much for helping our charity, your support is very much appreciated.

 

JEWELLERY MAKING SESSION AT THE SUPPORT CENTRE - WEDNESDAY 3rd FEBRUARY 2016

A great time was had when Mary led a Jewellery Making Class at the Support Centre. Everyone had a super time and there was lots of laughter as well as some very nice jewellery.  See you next time !!

 

MEMBERS CHRISTMAS LUNCH - FRIDAY 4th DECEMBER, 2015 - Y CERRIG GLAS, PEMBROKE DOCK

The Members Christmas Lunch was held at Y Cerrig Glas in Pembroke Dock and was attended by 46 people. The food was excellent and was enjoyed by everyone. Derryn and Barbara were on hand in their Support Work role to ensure that everyone had a good time. It was nice to see everyone chatting and laughing and enjoying themselves.

 

 

CHARITY DAY TRIP - ST FAGANS (NATIONAL HISTORY MUSEUM) - WEDNESDAY 10th JUNE, 2015

A Bus full of happy travellers left Pembrokeshire on Wednesday 10th June for the Charity Day Trip. This year St Fagans was the venue. We were very lucky with the weather as it was a beautiful day with lots of sunshine. Everyone had a wonderful time.  There was lots of walking but also lots of places to sit and rest for a while.  Everyone agreed it was very interesting. The journey home was broken with a stop for Fish and Chips in Cross Hands which went down very well.  All in all it was a super day.

 

CARD & CRAFT GROUP - WEDNESDAY 15th APRIL, 2015

The Card and Craft Group meet every Wednesday at the Support Centre.  You can see from the photos that they are being very industrious today !!  Come along and join the group on Wednesday mornings - we all have a good laugh (and there is always biscuits !!).

                               

 

MEMBERS CHRISTMAS LUNCH - WEDNESDAY 3rd DECEMBER, 2014 - THE COACH HOUSE, PEMBROKE

The Members Christmas Lunch was held at the Coach House in Pembroke and was attended by 41 people. The food was excellent and was enjoyed by everyone. Derryn was on hand in her Support Work role to ensure that everyone had a good time. It was good to see everyone having a good time and lots of chat and laughter.  Some have already asked about going back there again next year.

 

 

CARD AND CRAFT GROUP - WEDNESDAY 19th MARCH, 2014

On Wednesdays the group get together to make Greetings Cards and always have a good laugh !!  All members are welcome to come along and join in.  We have the equipment that you need and someone will be happy to show you how things are done.  Come along and have a good time.

 

END OF MONTH MEETING - FRIDAY 31st JANUARY, 2014 - AMETHYST BIO MAT

An excellent End of Month get together was held when Lyn came along with her Amethyst Bio Mat to give a Talk and Demonstration.  The participants were able to experience the soothing synergy and the quantum energetics of Far Infrared Heat Rays, Negative Ion Therapy and the healing properties of Amethyst Crystals.  The Bio Mat gives you an overall massaging effect.  Everyone who took part thought the experience was wonderful and very soothing and calming.  Lyn has agreed to come back again........and we can't wait !!!

                          

 

JEWELLERY MAKING CLASS - MONDAY 13th JANUARY, 2014

Most Mondays there is a Group who come together to make Jewellery and have much tea, gossip and laughter!!  One of our Members of this group has made a lot of money for the Charity by selling her creations !!

 

MEMBERS CHRISTMAS BUFFET LUNCH - WEDNESDAY 4th DECEMBER, 2013 - PEMBROKE DOCK GOLF CLUB

The Members Christmas Buffet Lunch was held at Pembroke Dock Golf Club and was attended by 43 people.  The Buffet was excellent and was enjoyed by everyone.  Barbara and Derryn were on hand in their Support Work role to ensure that everyone had a good time.  Quite a few were seen sneaking back for seconds....and third helpings !!  It was good to see everyone mixing and having a good time.  Some have already asked about going back again next Christmas !!

 

 

END OF MONTH GROUP - NOVEMBER 2013 - CHRISTMAS WREATH MAKING

On the last Friday of November Mia came along to the Support Centre to give a Talk and Demonstration on making Christmas Wreaths out of material.  Everyone who attended had a great time and very much enjoyed the event.

 

CHARITY DAY TRIP - CARMARTHEN SHOPPING AND GWILI STEAM RAILWAY - THURSDAY 22nd AUGUST, 2013

A happy band of Day Trippers set out on Thursday 22nd August for the Charity Day Trip. First stop was Carmarthen for a bit of shopping and some lunch, and then on to the highlight of the Day Trip to the Gwili Steam Railway.  The Gwili Railway Trip was excellent and everyone enjoyed a wonderful Cream Tea on the journey.  We were lucky with the weather as it was a beautiful day with lots of sunshine (unlike previous day trips !!).  All agreed that it was an excellent day out and that we should do it again soon.......maybe next year then !!! See you then !!!

                   

 

PEMBROKESHIRE COLLEGE - "MAKE A DIFFERENCE DAY" - WEDNESDAY 3rd JULY, 2013

We would very much like to say a "Big Thank You" to a team of twelve ladies from the Workforce Skills and Care and Childcare Department of Pembrokeshire College.  They volunteered to come and paint the Hall, Stairs and Landing at the Support Centre as part of the "Make A Difference Day"  which takes place annually and is undertaken by College Staff to help local Charities and Voluntary Organisations. The team of ladies were..... Lucy Kendall (Team Leader), Jennie Thomas, Lisa Mills, Beth Griffiths, Theresa Hannon, Michelle Groves, Jen Jayne, Sharon Tinnauche, Wendy Williams, Michaela Harper, Sara Martin and Denise Harris.  As volunteers they pay all their own costs to get to the chosen project (some came from as far as Ammanford) and no cost falls on the College.  It is all about working as a Team and providing a service for the community for the whole day.

We are very grateful for all the help and assistance given by Pembrokeshire College and their Volunteers for "Make  A Difference Day" and it has certainly made a big difference to our Support Centre.

 

 

 

 

 

CRAFT GROUP - SUPPORT CENTRE - WEDNESDAYS

The Craft and Card Group meet at the Support Centre in Queen Street, Pembroke Dock every Wednesday at 10.30am.  The photographs show a Jewellery Making Session but the Group often make Greetings Cards (for all occasions) which are sold to raise funds for the Charity (they also make cards for relatives etc).  The group always has lots of fun whatever they are making and any member is welcome to come along and join in.

 

MEMBERS CHRISTMAS DINNER - 5th DECEMBER, 2012 - COACH HOUSE

The Members Christmas Lunch was held at the Coach House Hotel in Pembroke on Wednesday 5th December.  The meal was very well attended and most agreed it was the best Christmas Lunch we had had.  Again a chance to meet up with old friends and enjoy a lovely afternoon out.

 

END OF MONTH GET TOGETHER - FRIDAY 30th NOVEMBER, 2012

The End of Month Meeting was led by Diane Cole who gave an excellent Talk and Demonstration on Christmas Table Decorations on a Budget.  The meeting was very well attended and everyone joined in and had a good time.  The decorations made were excellent and we thank Diane for an excellent event.  The photographs show the event and some excellent decorations and much fun being had.

 

BREAD MAKING CLASS - 17th JULY, 2012

A group of our members attended a Bread Making Class which was sponsored by Milford Haven Port Authority at the Church Hall, St Patrick's Church in Pennar, Pembroke Dock.  Everyone had a superb time and lots of fun was had......not sure about the Bread !! but the pictures give a good idea what went on !!  The group was led by Barbara Miller (Senior Support Worker).

 

 

MEMBERS CHRISTMAS DINNER - 7th DECEMBER, 2011

The members Christmas Dinner was held at the Coach House Hotel in Pembroke on Wednesday 7th December.  It was an excellent chance for everyone to get together from the far flung corners of Pembrokeshire.  Our Support Workers were on hand to make sure everyone had a good time and it was a great chance to catch up.  Everyone loved the food and a few "doggy bags" were taken home !!

 

 

20th ANNIVERSARY STRAWBERRY LUNCH - 16th JUNE, 2011

On the 16th June, 2011 it was close enough to celebrate the Charity's Milestone of 20 years with an excellent "Strawberry Lunch".  It was a lovely event with faces old and new coming in to celebrate a great day for Pembrokeshire Cancer Support.  All who attended had a good day and the photographs show the event which was very well attended and ...........the Strawberrys were superb too !!!

 

MEMBERS CHRISTMAS LUNCH - JOLLY SAILOR - DECEMBER 2009

The Members Christmas Lunch was held at the Jolly Sailor in Burton and was much enjoyed by all who attended.  A lovely way for all the people from across the County to meet up and have a good time and a catch up.  The photographs show the day and the great view from the Jolly Sailor.