The annual Pembrokeshire National Trust Association luncheon held on November 18 at Wolfcastle Country Hotel, was a happy occasion for more than just the 40 members attending. Despite not being able to run events this last year due to the pandemic, sufficient funds were previously raised through Association events to present a cheque to the dinner speaker, Mark Underhill, National Trust Countryside Manager for Pembrokeshire. The £1,000 donation will be used to purchase a professional quality battery powered chain saw for Colby Woodland Gardens.

Mark’s interesting talk to the Association explained how the National Trust aimed to be net zero for carbon by 2030, restoring habitats along the way. He explained how the latest National Trust acronym RACE; Reduce, Adapt, Capture, Engage, is being implemented in Pembrokeshire. He illustrated this with examples of work on buildings and transport, flood plain adaptations planned for the future on the Southwood Estate, capturing biodiversity through meadow planting and engaging the local population to work with them to meet these aims.

Anyone, including non members of the National Trust, can now join the local Pembrokeshire Association and take part in a range of walks and talks around the County and indoor presentations, currently with restricted numbers and pre booking required. Visit www.pembsnta.org.uk for details.