Pembrokeshire schools excelled once again at the recent Urdd National Eisteddfod held on the Royal Welsh showground, Builth Wells.

The county finished sixth in the overall standings of the competition winning a total of 22 golds, 22 silver and 23 bronze medals at the event.

Six gold medals came on the main stage with Spittal School’s musical extravaganza being a highlight after they came out on top in the Cân Actol (Musical) Category, beating Ysgol Gynradd Plascrug in the process who have won the category for the past six years!

There was also considerable success in the arts and crafts section with 16 golds won by contestants from Pembrokeshire.

Pembrokeshire County Council cabinet member for education and lifelong learning, Clr. David Lloyd said.

“I offer my sincere congratulations to staff and pupils of our schools who participated in this year’s Urdd Eisteddfod.

“We can be very proud of our successes over the years but it doesn’t come easily.

“I am very conscious of my responsibility to protect the resources that underpin this outstanding work for the benefit of future generations.”