Saundersfoot Community Council is in negotiations with Pembrokeshire County Council about creating more car parking spaces for the seaside village.

Adressing the community via September’s Saundersfoot Council’s newsletter, chair Cllr Alec Cormack said: “Strategically, we have begun negotiations with the County Council about how we might create more car parking spaces on the Council’s unused land in the village at St George’s Field.

“We recognise that lack of parking is a pinch-point that is holding back the economy of our village and are determined to do what we can to help.”

Local councillors have been asking residents to share their views on the village's parking challenges, with the aim to deliver effective solutions, and recently launched a survey to garner feedback.

During peak holiday season, parking in coastal resorts such as Saundersfoot and its neighbouring town of Tenby can present a number of issues for both residents and visitors alike; as well as those heading to their work places for the day.

At times, during high holiday season, the main car parks can fill up very early in the morning, which on occasion can lead to many motorists just abandoning their vehicles throughout the village, causing many problems to householders trying to get out of their driveways.

A spokesperson for the Community Council shared: “We know that on-street parking can be a challenge in and around Saundersfoot and we’d like to hear your experiences and ideas. This questionnaire is your chance to share any issues, suggestions, or concerns you may have.

“All responses will be carefully collated and presented to the Pembrokeshire County Council Highways team, who are responsible for parking and traffic matters. While we can’t promise immediate changes, your feedback will help highlight the key issues and ensure your voice is heard.”

The survey can be filled out at the following link: https://forms.gle/5kYfMUEjUG1S1oHg8

Cllr Cormack also said that that he was ‘thrilled’ that the council is now up to its full quota of members once again.

“I am thrilled that we now have a full team on the Council. Last month we welcomed new Councillors Bev Bennett and Rob Thomas. This month we have our new Council Manager, Sam Turner, joining the team,” he continued.

Those pictured making up the current council, are: [back row, left to right] - Councillors Suzannah Palmer, Tony Wall, Rob Thomas, John Cray, Bev Bennett, Eleanor Jones, Brigitte Robinson; [front row] - Councillor Peter Robinson, Council Manager Sam Turner, Council Chair Alec Cormack, Councillors Rosemary Hayes MBE, Sarah Whiddett, Alan Jones.

“October 3rd marks my first anniversary as Chair of the Council. Of necessity it has been a year of rebuilding for the Council after a difficult period. Inevitably we have been more inwardly focused than myself and your other Councillors would have liked,” remarked Cllr Cormack.

“However, I feel the September Council meeting was a turning point for us and the village. After months of careful planning we were able to authorise major investments for the sensory gardens, cemetery maintenance and the Christmas lights.”