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WELCOME

A massive thank you to everyone that were involved in my first West Life magazine, and for the many kind comments regarding its quality and the enjoyment people had from reading it.

I am delighted that so many of the businesses that supported me by advertising had such positive feedback and it helped increase their sales; with customers quoting the spring issue of West Life as reason for bookings or orders placed.

The more observant of you may have noticed that I actually ensured the distribution promise by personally taking time out to deliver each and every copy by hand. I’ll be perfectly honest and say how fantastic it is to see so many businesses repeating their faith by advertising in this, the all-important, summer issue.

I realise that many businesses had already allocated their marketing and advertising budgets prior to West Life being in their thoughts and I do hope we can be on your radar in the future.

So summer is here at last and with it the lifeblood of the area - the many visitors to our beautiful corner of Wales. A big thank you to Parkdean Resorts and the wonderful team of people working there especially Denise, Nick and Ryan who are featured on our summer cover.

I hope your season is a great success.

I would like to ask our readers to post their photographic images with us via our Facebook page, letting everyone enjoy the beauty and memories captured on camera.

We will share as many as possible and the most photogenic will end up on the pages of our next magazine. We will also give the very best a prize that will reflect the ‘best of the West’.

In forthcoming issues we intend to include a series of local profiles highlighting some of the characters that make our individual towns and villages so special. So if you have an unsung hero that deserves a mention, let us know in time for the autumn/winter issue.

Once again I wish you all a truly wonderful summer and will keep my fingers crossed that the sun shines on us all.

Karl Long Client Relationship Manager 07464 426630 karl@goodlifepublishing.co.uk

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As a visitor to Pendine Sands in my youth, my memories of one particular Summer in a holiday home near to the beach are enduring. I certainly have nothing but happy memories. I recently visited Pendine Sands again and was delighted to find that the park is still there, better than ever, and the opportunity to purchase a piece of the Pendine good life is a real possibility.

PARK LIFE

Pendine Sands is now owned by Parkdean Resorts, an expert and well-respected park operator known throughout the UK and beyond.

These holiday homes are fantastic, far beyond the common idea of the static caravan. The build quality is extremely impressive and they are beautifully designed. We caught up with Pendine Sands’ Marketing Executive, Simon Robinson, to find out more about the lifestyle of a Caravan or Lodge Owner that’s on offer.

Why do you think people buy a Parkdean Resorts home here in Pendine Sands?

Location, location, location – you can’t get better than Pendine Sands for a beachside resort! We’re South Wales’ most dog friendly park, we have 7 miles of sandy beaches right on our doorstep, and we have so many Welsh cultural sites nearby.

In 1924 Malcolm Campbell set the first land speed record at Pendine Sands in a car called the Bluebird which is on display at the Museum of Speed just across the way. Just up the road you’ve got Laugharne, where Dylan Thomas and his wife are buried. Dylan Thomas’ writing shed and home on the waterfront are preserved and accessible, a short walk from Laugharne’s 12th Century castle.

In the other direction you’ve got the beachside towns of Amroth, Saundersfoot, and Tenby – all of them special in their own way with so much to do! Pendine Sands works as the perfect holiday base, whether you want adventures on the ocean with local companies, horse riding in the nearby countryside, to visit all of the Welsh historical sites, or to enjoy everything else the South-West Wales coast has to offer.

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What kind of activities are available at the park?

The facilities at Pendine Sands are top quality. We have so much to do for owners on park, ensuring you won’t be left wanting! n Seven

miles of sandy beaches heated swimming pool n Sunbathing and relaxation area n Top class entertainment every weekend n Mid-week cabaret n Link-up bingo n Indoor

As an Owner at Pendine Sands you’ll make new friends and have freedom for your children. You can BBQ whenever you choose and there’s free Owners’ Events and Owners’ offers you can claim at our bar & restaurant. Our site is secure and friendly with park wardens and on-park security.

What about food and drink?

There’s a lot on offer at Pendine Sands whether you’re in need of a quick snack, or a full and hearty hot cooked meal. n The

Sunbeam, our burger and pizza restaurant with ice cream parlour; n The Sands, our show-bar and restaurant; n Barnacles, our beachside deli and ice cream parlour; n The Duck Inn, our sports bar; n Fish and Chips; n Supermarkets; n Chinese and Indian locally delivered; n Local bars and restaurants nearby.

Are you pet friendly?

Yes, we are South West Wales’ most dog friendly holiday park – dogs are allowed all year round on Pendine’s beach, and the same is true on-park!

How long are you open?

Pendine Sands is open 316 days of the year which suits the needs of everyone on-site. We close on January 9th and re-open March 1st for another brilliant year of holidaying! You can even spend your Christmas and New Year here, and over the months we’re closed you can visit the site in the day, however we prefer Owners not to stay over during those two months that we’re closed as we are not a residential park and operate as a holiday park here.

Are your homes affordable?

A lot of people say that they can’t afford a holiday home – we say that everyone can, it’s just a matter of which one! Our prices start at £15,995.00 and our finance plans are flexible and affordable. So, no matter your budget we’re sure we can help you start your journey into holiday home ownership and change your lifestyle overnight!

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There’s no doubt about it, Pendine Sands is a truly fabulous location, with so much to do. If the holiday home lifestyle appeals to you then get in touch with Pendine Sands, you can enquire on 01994 453 801, and before long you’ll be enjoying the Pendine Sands good life and creating amazing memories along with all the other happy Caravan and Lodge Owners!

Parkdean Resorts Pendine Sands Pendine, Carmarthenshire SA33 4NZ Give Pendine Sands a call now 01994 453 801 Offices are open daily, seven days a week, from 9am – 6pm

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TENBY HARBOUR

West Life visits HARBWR Tenby Harbour Brewery for a taste-test...

One of the delights of Tenby is wandering around the quaint narrow streets to see what you can find – and perhaps nothing will surprise you more than stumbling across Tenby Harbour’s first ever brewery!

Tucked away in Sergeant’s Lane, just above the harbour, a state-of-the-art 5-barrel brewery is housed in a sympathetically converted eighteenth century warehouse. A building that three years ago was a down-at-heel empty shed is now packed with character, charm and beer!

“packed with character, charm and beer!”

Very much geared up for visitors, you can call into HARBWR Brewery to get an insight into the beer-making process.

The sheer ‘bling’ of the shiny copper and stainless steel vessels is quite intriguing, but you can also talk to head brewers, Rich and Rob, who will explain

how these rather special craft ales are brewed – keeping the secret recipies to themselves of course!

“When we opened in 2015, we perfected a range of three core ales and soon developed a fourth,” explains Rich, “a pale ale, an amber ale, an IPA and a red ale – a beer to cater for just about all tastes – but we also brew special edition beers, sometimes seasonal, so rather like a changing restaurant menu, we always have something new to offer fans of HARBWR ales.”

So, having had our appetites whetted by the aromas of the hops and barley as well as Rich’s enthusiasm for the beers they clearly love brewing, onto the real reason we visited HARBWR Brewery, the taste test!

The upper floor of the Brewery is a ‘tap-room’ – a delightful bar area where visitors can sample the wares.

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thought and design that has gone into the conversion of the building.

Beautifully crafted stonework, metalwork and woodwork mix with an eclectic collection of wrought iron pieces and fascinating curios, creating an atmosphere that is the perfect compliment to this ‘liquid delicatessen’ style of beer-drinking.

“ a liquid delicatessen style of beer drinking.”

Standing at the bar and looking at the draught beer pumps, we noted the names are rather unusual for beers: M.V. Enterprise (pale ale), North Star (amber ale), Caldey Lollipop (IPA) and RFA Sir Galahad (red ale), so where do they come from?

“All part of the way we celebrate being in the iconic location of Tenby’s 800 year old harbour” says Rich as he pours our first sample, “each is the name of a much loved local boat.

“Take a look at the bottles in which we also sell the beers – the labels carry a brief history for each boat which seems to grab the attention of beer enthusiasts.”

Talking of which, we spot a ‘CAMRA Good Beer Guide’ logo hanging behind the bar – an accolade of which the Brewery is justifiably proud of achieving within 18 months of their first brew.

Tenby Harbour Brewery has also been accredited by the Welsh Government as a Quality Assured Visitor Attraction with a particular reference to ‘a very appealing setting and friendly and enthusiastic staff who clearly enjoy being part of this exciting and growing business’... ...we couldn’t have put it better ourselves!

You can access the Brewery and Tap Room from Sergeant’s Lane, which connects St Julian Street and Crackwell Street or from the beer garden of the town’s popular Buccaneer Inn.

Glimpse into the HARBWR n Draught and bottled craft ales,

named after local boats, brewed at Tenby Harbour

n Open to visitors every day from 10am n Try the beers in the tap room n Families and non-beer drinkers very

welcome – non-alcoholic drinks and wine also served

n Snacks and Meals available – local

sea food and beer burgers are a delicious speciality!

n Book a ‘Hops & Hwyl’ experience

for a party of a few guests – a brewery tour with drinks and eats

n Bottled beers sold in 4 bottle and

6 item gift packs to take away

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Can I try HARBWR craft ales anywhere else?

Most definitely! The sales team of Wil Crockford (above) and Lawrence Blackhall keep a steady supply to artisan restaurants, cafés, pubs and shops across Wales.

Keep a look out for the distinctive bottles or pump clips at your favourite venue – if you don’t see it you can always ask them to stock it!

Trade enquiries can be made on 01834 845797 or ale@harbwr.wales

Photo by www.mandyllewellyn.co.uk

AROUND THE WEST

A GREAT PUB IN THE HEART OF TENBY

The Crown Inn Situated within the heart of Tenby, The Crown Inn is a mere two minute walk from the gorgeous beach.

A real ale pub, The Crown serves great quality drinks like Rev James, Abbot Ale, Peroni, Guinness, Thatchers and many more, as well as providing Sports TV, darts, and holds live music every Saturday.

Follow their Facebook page for details of their beer festivals and darts tournaments.

Sunday to Thursday 12-11 Friday and Saturday 12-12 The Crown Inn Lower Frog Street, Tenby SA70 7HU 01834 842796 Like and follow on Facebook CA N T O N E S E R E S TAU R A N T

The Dragon Palace The Dragon Palace in Pentlepoir is a popular Cantonese restaurant and takeaway that offers an excellent choice of mouth-watering Chinese cuisine freshly prepared using the finest ingredients.

Their many years of experience shine through in their fusion menu and booking is highly recommended, especially at weekends. Their varied menu can be seen on their website www.dragon-palace.co.uk Open seven days a week (including bank holidays) from 12 noon to 2pm and 5.30pm to 11pm, the restaurant also offers a popular takeaway service.

The Dragon Palace is voted the number one Oriental restaurant in Pembrokeshire on Trip Advisor/Google and Facebook.

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Dragon Palace Pentlepoir, Saundersfoot SA69 9BH 01834 812483 dragonpalace@live.com www.dragon-palace.co.uk

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WINDOW & DOOR SPECIALISTS

Doc Windows

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Established for over 25 years, family run Doc Windows undertakes all aspects of double glazing, including conservatory, window and door installation through-out Pembrokeshire.

They also offer a comprehensive repair service that covers everything from leaky and draughty windows to faulty soffits and broken letterboxes. They are dedicated to offering the highest standard of customer service possible which is why they offer a 24 hour call out service, ensuring that a member of their team is always on hand when you need them.

14 Merlins Court, Tenby, Pembrokeshire SA70 8AD 07774 612318 www.doc-windows.com Follow on Facebook N OW T H AT ’ S A G O O D B U RG E R

Indie Burger In the mood for unbelievably great burgers? Then why don’t you take a trip to Indie Burger on Tenby’s Frog Street.

You know a burger joint is good when one of its delicious offerings makes it all the way to the finals of the recent National Burger Awards, and that is exactly what Indie Burger owners Tommy James and Josh Bevan did with their Brooklyn Burger. Also all of their delicious 100% Welsh beef patties can be enjoyed either inside the restaurant or to take away.

Upper Frog Street, Tenby SA70 7JD 01834 843315 Find on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram 10

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Park Road Fish & Chip Shop Conveniently situated next to Tenby’s multi-storey car park in the town’s centre, Park Road Fish & Chip Shop serves up great fish and chips to eat in, or take-away.

The portions are extremely generous and the fish is freshly cooked to order which is well worth the short wait.

Park Road Fish & Chip Shop 1A, Upper Park Road Tenby SA70 7LT 01834 844240

“Excellent fish and chips as always!”

LLANTEG

Tenby Tourers Opened in 2002, Tenby Tourers are one of Pembrokeshire’s largest caravan dealers.

Tenby Tourers specialise in the sale of new and used touring and static caravans and are Wales’ only dealers for Adria, Hobby, Knaus and Victory Leisure Homes. They also offer a full range of services including caravan repair and servicing - they’ll come to you if required. They can even find you your perfect holiday park! What more could you possibly ask for?

“Tenby Tourers really looked after me.

They even delivered and sited my caravan.”

Tenby Tourers Crofty Showground, Llanteg, Tenby SA67 8QE 01834 831 900 www.tenbytourers.co.uk Like on Facebook

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TRADITIONAL INN & ROOMS

Tenby House In the heart of historic Tenby, close to three golden beaches, Tenby House is an ideal base for your stay in picturesque Pembrokeshire.

Our lively seaside pub was built by Sir William Paxton as his Tenby Regency home, and we offer bed and breakfast in 16 tastefully furnished en-suite rooms. On your way back from the beach? Then pop in with your family for a refreshing pint or bite to eat in one of the bars or sunny courtyard.

We have all the big football, rugby and cricket here on our multiple wide screens. Freshly prepared meals are available daily including our Children’s Menu. We look forward to welcoming you to Tenby House.

Tenby House Tudor Square Tenby SA70 7AJ 01834 842 000 info@tenbyhousehotel.com www.tenbyhousehotel.com Follow on Facebook

I T ’ S N O T J U S T L O V E LY, I T ’ S . . .

Loafley A family owned artisan bakery and delicatessen with delicious fresh loaves, cakes and pastries.

Everything in Loafley is baked in-house each day and available to buy from their shop, or enjoy in their sister café – The Mooring – just up the road.

They also stock a wide range of foodie treats from Perl Las blue cheese to award-winning Tuscan durum-wheat pasta. You can pre-order their tasty baked goods or make-up a gorgeous hampers that suits most budgets.

Llandrindod House, Upper Frog Street, Tenby, Pembrokshire SA70 7JD 01834 843956 www.loafley.wales Follow on Facebook and Instagram GORGEOUS VICTORIAN HOTEL

Giltar Hotel Whether looking for a relaxing break or celebrating a special occasion you can be sure of a warm welcome from of the Giltar Hotel.

Run by Malcolm Brace & Patrick Jenkins this gorgeous, refurbished Victorian Hotel is situated on the Esplanade in Tenby overlooking South Beach, with spectacular views of the sea. But don’t take just our word for it…

“Excellent find in Tenby” “The food was superb and service excellent” 9 Esplanade, Tenby SA70 7DU 01834 842507 www.giltar-hotel.co.uk Find on Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest 12

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The Original Fecci’s Ice Cream Parlour Fecci’s Ice Cream Parlour; irresistible ice-cream treats for all the family.

The seaside and ice-cream are a pairing not to be messed with, and Fecci’s traditional Ice Cream Parlour won’t disappoint with their top notch icecreams and elaborate sundaes.

You can also enjoy a variety of drinks including freshly ground Italian coffee, ice cream shakes, and milkshakes - if you can tear yourself away from their extensive ice-cream menu.

St Georges Street Tenby SA70 7JB 01834 842373 Follow on Facebook C O S Y, R U S T I C A T M O S P H E R E

The Blue Ball Restaurant The Blue Ball Restaurant was described in The Lonely Planet as “a cosy, rustic atmosphere in what is probably Tenby’s best restaurant.”

Offering the very best in laidback Welsh hospitality this is a “must visit” destination for anyone who likes good, home cooked food using impeccably sourced local ingredients, but who also appreciates excellent value for money.

Why not take advantage of their special 20% off offer between 6pm - 7pm Sunday - Friday.

The Blue Ball Restaurant Upper Frog St, Tenby SA70 7JD 01834 843038 blueballrestaurant@gmail.com www.blueballrestaurant.co.uk Follow on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram

Not just a fine dining restaurant the Blue Ball offers excellent gourmet pub classics & an extensive fish menu; if you’re holidaying with your family you’ll be delighted to read they have a children’s menu too and food allergies are catered for.

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Elegant and simple, Trefloyne is a magnificent venue for a stylish and relaxed wedding.

A captivating setting, the manor has been immaculately restored and features exposed stonework, flag stone floors and leads on to a beautiful orangery with oversized windows overlooking the golf course and the Pembrokeshire countryside.

At Trefloyne, we have our very own wedding planners that aspire to create a memorable journey for the bride, groom and the guests.

From the decorating the Orangery, the menu choices, florists, photographers and entertainment, the Trefloyne Manor team are here to guide you through your cherished day.

To make your wedding weekend, the Manor oers luxury elegant rooms to accommodate the bride, groom and the guests.

Please feel free to contact our events team through 01834 842165 or email events@trefloyne.com

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The Fat Seagull With excellent food, outstanding service, and one of the best Ice Creams in Tenby.

The Fat Seagull serves a wide range of delicious snacks and meals cooked by their wonderful Chef, from delicious scones, scrumptious cakes & freshly made baguettes and tasty lunches to their extensive evening menu including succulent steaks and seafood.

Plus they’re fully licensed, serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, tea and coffee, and their award winning ice cream makes them the perfect pit stop on the way to the beach.

Open 7 days a week: 9am - 9pm Capricorn, Lorne House, St Julians Street, Tenby SA70 7AS 07710 777441 MAKE YOUR NIGHT EVERGREEN

The Evergreen Inn What better way to survive one of the hottest summers in more than forty years than by popping into the local for a nice refreshing drink.

Perfect for sipping a long cold drink in their sunny beer garden, The Evergreen Inn is a traditional, family friendly pub set in a row of quaint cottages located just outside Tenby’s town walls.

Undoubtedly drawn by the real ales, locals drink here but all are made to feel at home - including dogs who are welcome both inside and out.

St John’s Hill, Tenby SA70 8EY 01834 845550 Like on Facebook F A M I LY O W N E D H O T E L

Atlantic Hotel Perfectly situated on the Esplanade, the family owned and run Atlantic Hotel enjoys one of Tenby’s finest locations with cliff top gardens and panoramic views of the spectacular sweep of the South Beach.

Leisure facilities for residents include an indoor salt water pool, spa bath, steam room and heated loungers.

Their Lounge and Bar both have gorgeous sea views and have recently been refurbished as have many of their bedrooms. Across the road is their beautiful clifftop garden with a large terrace where drinks and snacks are available from the award winning Salt Cellar Restaurant, under separate management.

The hotel’s new luxurious Ocean room is set in the cliff face, this space is truly unique and totally gorgeous. You can see more via the hotel’s flipsnack brochure: www.flipsnack.com/ATLANTICHOTEL/ oceanattheatlanticbrochure.html Atlantic Hotel The Esplanade, Tenby Pembrokeshire SA70 7DU 01834 842881 www.atlantic-hotel.uk.com 16

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Mary Gabriel will take you on an approx 1/2 hour trip around Tenby’s North Bay and Castle Hill with a commentary that tells a fascinating history of Tenby’s 5 lifeboat stations. £5 per person – to book your trip, call at our booking kiosk in Castle Square, just above Tenby Harbour or telephone 07415 493109 Trips run daily from 9.45am, April – September Lifeboat

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family camping A simply beautiful spot in the village of Penally with stunning sea views and just a short stroll from Tenby’s South Beach.

A place where families and couples come for the best of escapes – just relax, forget the rest of the world and enjoy a traditional caravan and camping holiday... visit www.penallycourtfarm.wales

Penally, Nr Tenby SA70 7PT Tel: 01834 845109

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Coach Guest House offers clean, comfortable and welcoming Bed & Breakfast accommodation with a warm and friendly atmosphere in the heart of Tenby, our 7 bedrooms are all ensuite with flat screen TV’s, Tea & Coffee making facilities, mini fridge with bottled water, complimentary toiletries in the bathrooms along with free secure parking available for your stay.

Coach Guest House is situated only a few minutes’ walk to Tenby’s North beach, one of four award winning beaches on offer and the historic town walls. During your stay with us you can take a stroll along the beach or around Tenby town centre, both within two minutes walking distance, with the South Beach just an 8 minute walk away.

You will find accommodation suitable for families and couples and there are also pet friendly rooms available if you are thinking of bringing your furry friend away with you.

Please visit our website or give us a call to take advantage of our direct booking discounts and special offers, we guarantee to beat the online travel agents on price.

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TENBY FISHING EXPERIENCE

Tenby Sea Fishing Tenby Sea Fishing based at Tenby Harbour offers a range of family friendly fishing experiences from 90 minute Mackerel Trips to 8 hour Bait Fishing Trips around the stunning Tenby Coastline - and in deeper waters for their Shark Fishing Trips which are run on selected dates.

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ROOFING & BUILDING SERVICES

CK Roofing & Building CK Roofing & Building Ltd is a well established roofing and building contractors based in Pembrokeshire.

They have built up an enviable reputation for the company’s first class roofing and building services for residential, commercial and industrial clients throughout Pembrokeshire and West Wales.

They employ a reliable, and highly skilled, professional team enabling them to offer you a professional service from start to finish.

We asked them what they thought was the key to their success: “That’s definitely our professional and reliable service, which we undertake at extremely competitive prices.

All of our work is guaranteed and we belong to Homepro, Fair Trades, and Trust Mark for ease of mind. Our testimonials speak for themselves.”

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Locally owned Tenby restaurant The Lighthouse Kitchen has scooped the prized award of ‘Restaurant of the Year’ at the Food Awards Wales held recently at Cardiff ’s Marriott Hotel. Voted for by the public, the prestigious Food Awards Wales celebrate and reward the very best in food hospitality.

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The Restaurant of the Year category recognises restaurants that provide cuisine of a truly excellent standard, as well as demonstrating innovation and ambience.

This is all the more remarkable as The Lighthouse Kitchen won the award a little over a year after their launch which is a great testimony to Nick Bolwell, owner and Chef, and his dedicated team.

Sourcing local fish, meat and vegetables means The Lighthouse offers an unusual and ever-changing menu taking influences from cultures across the world. They serve a lot of seafood, mainly indigenous species that are local to Pembrokeshire, and are passionate about using fresh, local, ethically sourced ingredients from close to their front door. They love working with small independent suppliers, from the beans in your coffee, the beer in your bottle and the fish on your plate, everything they serve is prepared and made with loving care and attention.

Their menus focus on simple flavours done well; as you’d expect these change seasonally and they also offer daily specials according to what fresh, seasonal produce is available. Buying local produce is key; the restaurant offers fresh fish, crab, lobster, Pembrokeshire beef, and also smoked salmon, mussels and laver bread from Swansea and the Gower.

We ask Nick what are the restaurant’s most popular dishes. “We serve a great deal of fresh fish and shellfish; one of most popular lunchtime dishes is freshly grilled mackerel fillets on granary bread with caper mayonnaise, and in the evenings we often serve a Sicilian fish stew with spiced sausage, tomato and squid which goes down tremendously well.”

And what sets you apart from other restaurants, besides your much coveted Restaurant of the Year award obviously?

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informal; we like our diners to feel relaxed without being over served and intruded upon.”

Now that the summer season is underway you can enjoy delicious food at The Food Award’s Wales Restaurant of the Year.

Now that the summer season is underway you can enjoy delicious food at The Lighthouse Kitchen 7 days a week: Sundays to Thursdays 11am – 9pm Fridays & Saturdays 11am – 9.30pm The Lighthouse Kitchen St Julian’s Street Tenby SA70 7AS 01834 844555 www.thelighthousetenby.com Follow on Facebook and Instagram

Following many years’ experience in the vehicle rental and haulage industry, Director Lewis Rees and Steve Mott set up a family run business, Pembrokeshire Self Drive Hire, and it does exactly what it says on the tin! We call in for a chat with Lewis and Steve.

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SELF DRIVE HIRE & VEHICLE SALES

Can you tell us a bit about your business?

Up until 2016 Pembrokeshire Self Drive hire was operated on a smaller scale alongside a separate company, Nationwide Executive Chauffeurs in New Hedges, Tenby.

After the sale of the Executive Chauffeur Company we moved Pembrokeshire Self Drive Hire ltd to our current larger location on Carew Airfield, Carew, Tenby when we expanded the company.

And how have you grown your business?

Since moving to Carew Airfield we’ve expanded the daily hire fleet to 50 plus vehicles. We’ve also managed to establish great relationships with a number of finance companies allowing us to establish a contract hire side of the business to businesses throughout Wales. Plus we’ve entered into vehicle sales, offering a wide range cars and commercial vehicles. And we also offer 1st class finance rates though our finance company partners.

What sets you apart from other vehicle hire businesses?

We offer a first class personal service, offering advice on the best vehicle to suit the customers need - we’re always available to answer any customers’ questions. And we’re proud members of the BVRLA, the trade body for the vehicle rental and leasing sector.

What does your hire price include?

Our daily rentals include full comprehensive insurance (subject to an excess), full roadside breakdown & recovery assistance in the unlikely event of a breakdown, and if you’re travelling abroad we can offer European breakdown cover & green card insurance.

Can you tell us the benefits of leasing a vehicle over purchasing?

Contract hiring or finance leasing a vehicle offers many advantages over outright purchase.

“We offer a first class personal service.”

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100% of the rental payments can be claimed against your tax, you can have the use of a new vehicle for very low initial outlay and improved cash flow, plus all servicing can be included which makes it a very rewarding option for our clients.

And finally, do you have any plans for the future of your business?

We aim to establish an increased a number of working relationship with private individuals as well as companies nationwide who like to deal with a company that is large enough to cope with customers’ requirements but small enough to care.

Pembrokeshire Self Drive Hire & Vehicle Sales Ltd C1 East Runway, Carew Airfield Carew, Tenby SA70 8SX 01834 814042 www.pembrokeshireselfdrivehire.co.uk Follow on Facebook - Pembrokeshire Self Drive Hire

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Absolute Dental Care in Tenby was established in April 2014. The owners; Rhodri and Kate Evans provide affordable, high quality dental care that is patient focused.

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Absolute Dental Care in Tenby was established in April 2014. The owners; Rhodri and Kate Evans provide affordable, high quality dental care that is patient focused.

As a practice they care for all of your general dentistry needs; they want you to feel welcome from the moment that you walk through the door and to feel relaxed in the surroundings.

Both of their dentists show care and understanding with anyone who has a fear of visiting the dentist and they’ve successfully helped patients who were previously dental phobic to have treatment.

Looking after their patients and giving them the best care possible is obviously a priority, they were therefore delighted to win the award for Best Patient Care at the inaugural Welsh Dentistry Awards in September 2016.

Over the last 3 years the practice has gone from strength to strength, enabling them to provide more advanced treatments using the most up to date equipment which benefits their patients. An example of these treatments include ‘same day’ crowns: - in many circumstances patients are now able to have a crown made and fitted on the same day without the need to take impressions, making the procedure more comfortable and convenient.

They also use an innovative implant system, making implant surgery minimally invasive and painless and they have their own CT scanner so that every part of the treatment can be carried out at the practice and be planned to precision.

Absolute Dental Care are currently accepting new patients, please contact a member of their friendly team on 01834 218040 to register or to answer any questions.

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Clifton Rock Greenhill Road Tenby SA70 7LG 01834 218040 smile@absolutedentalcare.co.uk www.absolutedentalcare.co.uk Follow on Facebook & Twitter

When Nicki Meharg was renovating her gorgeous cottage in Marloes, West Wales, she had the misfortune of picking the wrong builders who set the works back many months. Given that experience, when it came to choosing a company to supply her windows and doors, understandably, she knew she had to choose wisely. Here Nicki tells us of her reasons for choosing Alexander James.

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Tell us a little bit about yourself Nicki?

I am an interior Architect when in the UK and have lived and travelled abroad extensively while working as a dive instructor. I’ve spent a lot of time in Scandinavia and Holland and lived in Greece for a few years.

This was one of the influences for the design of the exterior. Derek Jarmans house in Dungeness is another.

Alexander James had just done the Amazon HQ windows in the same colour. Marloes village itself has a Swedish history as Marloes is a Swedish name.

Why have you called your cottage Limenaraki?

Limenaraki means Little Harbour in Greek. When I lived in Greece, it was one of my favourite beaches. I wanted the cottage to reflect that it’s a little harbour away from the stresses of the city.

Did you contact any other companies for quotations? If so, how many?

Yes, I got two other quotations for the windows but chose Alexander James as friends of mine had worked with them when they did their barn conversion.

The renovations were similar to mine - a complete overhaul. They chose big sliding doors which were different to the ones I chose. They said they were really happy with the work.

It’s always good to have a personal recommendation.

The influence for the exterior of the house is from Dutch and Scandanavian design. Dutch traditional homes (Not Scandi) are black houses with colourful frames.

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What work did they carry out for you?

They fitted bifold doors between my new extension into the existing cottage.

They also fitted bifolding windows which open out into the dining room and outside wall where I have my external dining area. They also provided front and back doors - the front doors having a fully glazed panel next to it. They also provided a mixture of top hung and side hung windows throughout the property and another feature glazed end to my gallery bedroom, which is a full end panel of gable end to the loft room.

Did you have a clear idea of what you wanted or did Andrew help there?

Yes - I designed the house myself. Given my profession, this was my chance to have a clean slate with a complete renovation from scratch. I had a very clear idea on all aspects of the design.

Creating the drawing package whhich guided the process from concept stage through planning to completion.

How long did the process take?

Due to the incompetence of the builder, the boys had to come back and forth which I really appreciated. They did two days’ work initially, then two days to fit and one further day of snagging, which is standard. They were punctual, clean and tidy.

That was the whole idea - the windows and doors are an integral part of that.

Are you happy with the final result?

Job defects were minimal and amended promptly.

Would you recommend AAI? I have done and they have two other jobs as a result of my recommendation.

What difference has the work AAI carried out for you made to the property?

The whole reason for me having bifold doors and the windows strategically placed was to get a better flow to the cottage. I had had a lot of structural walls knocked down and now the whole house is able to close down into rooms or open up into a unified space.

Want to rent Limenaraki Cottage?

Please visit www.Airbnb/Limenarakicottage or through the Facebook page www.facebook.com/limenarakimarloes 27

Stables Restaurant can be found next to the Normandie Beer Garden, between the picturesque medieval town walls in the popular seaside resort of Tenby. Historically an old coaching inn, the vibrant restaurant’s emphasis is on delicious food, fine wines and great beers, making ‘The Stables’ a much loved haunt with both locals and visitors alike.

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Locals will know Steve and Elleen Warren from their thirty years at Penally Abbey; they are to be commended for building an enviable reputation for great, fresh food using local produce wherever possible.

Their delicious meat comes from the award winning butcher, Andrew Rees, from Narberth; fresh fruit and vegetables from Hugh and Janet at Four Seasons Tenby; Catch of the day includes bass, skate, cod, hake, salmon, tuna, and sole from Pembrokeshire Fish at Milford Haven and when the boat comes in they have locally caught Pembrokeshire lobster from fisherman Neil Thomas. Milk, cream and eggs come from Tim Evan, their local milkman, and their wines are from Celtic wines. Two micro-breweries in Tenby provide bottled beers - it’s fair to say it doesn’t get much more local and fresh than this.

Popular dishes include loin of venison with a sour cherry sauce, grilled duck breast with a whisky and onion marmalade, prime fillet of beef wrapped in bacon topped with Stilton in a red wine jus, and lobster thermidor. The dessert that caught our eye was iced coffee Tia Maria walnut meringue cream slice; we recommend taking a peek at the menu on their website. They also cater for vegetarians, vegans and are family friendly, serving a healthy children’s menu.

The staff obviously love working here as it shows in their attitude; they are friendly without being intrusive which gets top marks from us.

Open five nights a week, food is served from 6pm with last orders at 9pm.

You can book your table online via www.stablestenby.co.uk or by calling 01834 843318. You’ll be glad you did.

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OPEN Tuesday to Saturday, open Bank Holiday Sundays. Six nights during school holidays.

Stables Restaurant South Parade, Tenby SA70 7DG 01834 843318 or 07793 002639 info@stablestenby.co.uk www.stablestenby.co.uk Follow on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram

HISTORIC BEAUT Y

Caldey Island Follow Caldey’s footpaths for a view that constantly changes; first Tenby’s clifftop houses, then St Margaret’s wild coves, the call of Lundy, Worm’s Head, even the distant outline of Cornwall.

The island’s own inlets and outlets of Red Berry Bay, Spur Island and Nanna’s Cave – to name but a few – are worn and reshaped constantly by rhythmic seas, and the ancient pattern of nature combined with the pulse of centuries of prayer lends the place a quiet, certain sanctity. One can escape here. One can find something other than self.

Here pebbles line the Old Priory’s floor; smoothed first by elements, then by feet come to pray. A tower that leans, inscriptions in Latin, and lines of Ogham.

Here a round watchtower offers up an age-old Bible for moments of reflection, Celtic script and silence.

A walk through shaded woodland reveals a glimpse of past lives – an archaic mill, watercress beds; otherworldliness. The Monastery dominates; here men worship, here souls give up all to gain hope.

The sanctuary and safety of Caldey’s holy buildings are juxtaposed by the lighthouse; a reminder of the side of nature which one can leave behind, for a while at least, when one treads these fragrant paths to the song of the grasses and the gorse and the cry of the gulls.

The air that encircles carries with it the promise that here is the truth and essence of life. Here is faith, in all its haunting nuances. www.caldey-island.co.uk

AUTHENTIC PIZZA!

Top Joes Handmade Pizza Top Joes Handmade Pizza make their own recipe dough using flour milled in the UK. Then they use tomatoes from the foothills of Mount Vesuvius, Mozzarella made to traditional Italian standards, and delicious cured meats produced here in Wales. All cooked for you in under two minutes for that authentic Italian pizza experience.

Is your mouth watering yet? You’ll find Top Joes at the top of Upper Frog Street, Tenby, SA70 7JD – they’re open 7 days a week until late, oh and they also serve organic salad grown in Tenby, home-made ice creams and desserts, Monmouth coffee, warming soups and fresh cut sandwiches!

01834 218089 www.topjoes.co.uk Follow on Facebook

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Lewis Ballard Accountants are certainly not your average accountants.

As Neil Ballard explains, “Accounts are just one small piece of the jigsaw.”

Too many business owners put all their money and all their time into their business, often risking everything, taking no holidays and still ending up with nothing to show for it when they retire. Neil tells us all about how to achieve the…

WORK LIFE BALANCE

Neil and Janet Ballard

We work hard to make sure this doesn’t happen to our clients We look at the whole picture. Focusing on them personally, as well as their business. We make sure they get the success their hard work deserves, with time to enjoy it now, and the security of a comfortable future as well.

To achieve this, we work with a variety of other top professionals, such as specialist Independent Financial Advisors, Bank Managers and Solicitors.

However, although we encourage clients to take more time out to recharge their batteries, we realise this is an area where we can still do more. So, we invested in our own travel franchise which we aptly call Time for Life!’

Through our parent company, Not Just Travel, we now have access to over 500 suppliers and literally thousands of holidays. So now, when clients need a break, we can actually book it for them too!

In every area, we always ensure our clients get the best by selecting the best companies to work with and our travel company’s no different. So, we are delighted to issue this really exciting press release about it; Olympic Hero Pledges Support to Time for Life with Not Just Travel as they strive for gold success.

“ I am delighted that Daley Thompson has joined our team.”

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We, at Not Just Travel and based in Cardiff, are proud to announce that Olympic Gold Medalist, Daley Thompson, is our new “brand ambassador” and public face of our company.

Time for Life has been a franchisee of Not Just Travel for six months, and it’s because of their indisputable support that we have grown, strength upon strength, in our business. They have provided us with the knowledge and support to grow our travel business. Whilst we work independently, we also share in the successes and brand strength of Not Just Travel which we can now excitingly say introduces Daley Thompson to our team as the new brand ambassador.

Janet, Daley Thompson and Neil

“It is an absolute pleasure to be working with the whole team within Not Just Travel, they have such a passion for the work that they do.

Talking personally with Time for Life, within the franchise I discovered the real people behind the business and how hard they work to bring the best for their clients. There is such vision, passion, dedication and inspiration.” said Daley.

I am sure he will help us strive for even more future success, with his entrepreneurial, mentoring and coaching skills there is no better person to help us deliver even better results and of course the perfect holiday options for our customers.”

Neil Ballard of Time for Life, says, “I am delighted that Daley Thompson has joined our team. He is an invaluable addition to our company and, of course, a hero of mine.

Not Just travel - Time For Life www.notjusttravel.com/time-for-life 029 2002 4137 35

Outdoor Living We have supplied you with the best quality plants and shrubs and a first class service. Why not check out our outdoor living display area to complete the look.

Barbecues, Chimeneas and Kadai Bowls

Tel: 01656 741443

@pylegardenvillage

Garden Furniture Visit our indoor display area, hardwood tables and chairs, Rattan and tea for two sets.

www.thepylegardencentre.co.uk

Landscaping Products Visit Woodworks for all your material needs.

Fence panels and timber products.

Large assortment of contemporary and water features on display

Complete garden make-over.

Decorative gravels and stoneware.

Tel: 01656 741443

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Loulou Boutique an oasis of beautiful womens’ clothing and stylish accessories.

Olive Tree Restaurant - a perfect menu of home-cooked recipes using fresh market produce. My favourite is Eggs Benedict.

Leaf Interiors - be inspired with a wonderful array of home furnishings and giftware.

Specimen Plants - create a dramatic backdrop in your garden at competitive prices with our European specimen trees.

Kadai Bowl Selection - summer outside in style with these stunning products.

Indonesian hardwood mushroom collection.

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THANK YOU Thanks for taking the time to read this edition of West Life magazine.

With a readership of over 30,000 between our print and online editions, if you are reading this, you’re in great company.

Quality is at the heart of everything we do and we cut no corners on design, production and the quality of our print.

Talking about printing, we source pretty much everything locally, and over 95% of our company’s turnover is reinvested back into the community.

If you have a business and are interested in promoting your goods or services to an aspirational audience in West Wales then West Life is almost certainly right for you.

Jennifer Hobbs-Roberts Editor jennifer@goodlifepublishing.co.uk

“Follow your heart, not your head.”

Kevin Green, Wealth Coach www.kevingreen.com

P ROMOTING YOUR BUSINESS We value our advertisers. We appreciate the trust they place in us by promoting their businesses in our magazines.

With our local partners, we currently publish a range of high quality quarterly titles across Wales.

You can advertise your business from as little as £35 per season in this magazine.

Pick-up-ability!

Our magazines aren’t like other magazines. They have real pick-up appeal - in fact, they really do go like hot cakes.

Quality comes first... along with the environment.

We’re passionate about quality. The magazines are beautifully written and designed, and printed locally in South Wales on high quality paper (and no nasty varnishes or lamination we’re as green as green can be).

Quality distribution to an affluent, aspirational audience...

We distribute our magazines to over 1,000 carefully selected outlets across South Wales.

We’d love to have your business on board.

If you’d like to promote your business or service in our magazines, please get in touch, we’d love the opportunity to work with you.

OUR TITLES We proudly publish four Life-style magazines and one business to business title.

Vale Life (our first magazine).

This covers the beautiful Vale of Glamorgan - the most southerly county in Wales and deemed to be the most affluent. Vale Life was the first magazine we published.

City Life The premier lifestyle magazine for Cardiff, Wales’ capital city.

The magazine is delivered to all areas of Cardiff.

Valleys Life At the heart of the South Wales Valleys. From the Neath Valley in the West to Blaenau Gwent and Pontypool in the East.

West Life Covering Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire and coastal Ceredigion, West Life is in touch with the relaxed lifestyle of this very special part of Wales.

In Business Wales’ premier magazine for people in business. This is the kind of publication people in business want to read; interesting, inspirational and aspirational.

WHAT A DVERTISERS SAY We proudly publish four Life-style magazines and one business to business title.

“The best advertising we’ve ever done!”

Andy Bradshaw, Partner, Hamptons, Penarth.

“Honestly, the best response I’ve ever had.”

Matt Mullooly, Owner, Northern Star, Penarth.

“At last, advertising that really delivers.”

Ann Bryl, Owner, Bryl’s Boutique, Barry.

“A truly astonishing response.”

Russell Scott-Lawson, Owner, Hawkes, Cardiff.

“The experience I have had with this magazine has restored my faith in advertising. Gauci Organic Candles is a small business with an equally small advertising budget. We have to make every pound count and that’s what we get with Vale Life, City Life and Valleys Life. It’s refreshing to find a magazine that really understands my business. They are never short of ideas. I recommend them whenever I can.”

Spiro Gauci, Owner, Gauci Organic Candles, Cardiff www.gaucicandles.co.uk “These are beautiful publications. We love working with people who are passionate about what they do.”

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