It was a night to remember recently for Narberth volunteer Arthur Bates as his achievement along with a host of other Pembrokeshire volunteers was recognised at a gala dinner and awards ceremony.

Arthur Bates received a ‘Long Service’ award at the PAVS Pembrokeshire Volunteering Awards 2019 in recognition of an incredible 63 years of volunteering as a trustee of the Queen’s Hall venue.

The recent event held at the Pill Social Centre in Milford Haven was organised by PAVS and kindly supported by South Hook LNG as part of their ongoing commitment to local community projects.

Approximately 120 volunteers and guests were treated to a delicious meal cooked by Streetwise Catering and adeptly served by the PAVS waitresses, then entertained by the very talented choir, Fishguard Bad Habits, who gave a wonderful performance of several well-known songs!

This year there were seven categories of awards, with three finalists in each category bar the Individual Over 25 category, where there were four finalists as the volume and standard of nominations was so high the panel couldn’t choose between the two winners!

Sue Leonard, Chief Officer of PAVS, spoke about each of the finalists and the extraordinary contribution their volunteering makes to local communities.

Mariam Dalziel, South Hook LNG’s PR Manager, commented: “We are so pleased to have supported PAVS in an event that showcases the tremendous efforts of volunteers across Pembrokeshire”.

Each award was presented by a special guest presenter and following the presentation of each award, the finalists were interviewed for Pure West Radio to tell their uplifting and touching volunteering stories.

For more information about volunteering in Pembrokeshire contact PAVS Volunteering Pembrokeshire on 01437 769422 or email [email protected]