A new award has been created in memory of Trevor Hallett, in recognition of one of Tenby’s best known characters and respected town councillors - who leaves a legacy of service to the community.

The announcement of the ‘Trevor Hallett Award’ was made at the recent Mayor-Making ceremony for the seaside town, where Cllr Dai Morgan was installed as Mayor for the fourth consecutive term.

When he sadly passed away in March, 86-year-old Trevor was still a member of Tenby Town Council, where he served as Mayor first back in 1996, before returning to fill the role of the town's First Citizen ten years later in 2006, and again in 2011 and 2012.

In 2023, Trevor, alongside fellow Tenby Town Council stalwart, Sue Lane, were the first people to receive the ‘Freedom of the Town’ in over five decades.

First elected to the Town Council in 1987, Trevor was well-known for his environmental and ecological interests.

In accepting the role of Mayor once again, Cllr Morgan told his fellow members of Tenby Town Council: “Recently, we lost a dear friend and colleague, Councillor Trevor Hallett.

“Trevor was a true steward of this town and this council. I don’t think I can add anything to the many kind words already said about him in recent weeks. But what I can do is ensure his legacy lives on.

“Tonight, I am proud to announce the creation of a new and prestigious honour: the ‘Trevor Hallett Award’.

“This will be awarded each year to someone in our town who has shown unwavering dedication and commitment to Tenby.

“The recipient will be chosen by the incoming Mayor and presented at Mayor Making.

“It is a small gesture, but one that ensures Trevor will always be remembered for his outstanding service to the town he loved,” added Cllr Morgan.

Born in Monkton, Pembroke, Thomas John Trevor Hallett moved at an early age to East Minerton, Devonshire Drive, where his parents ran a smallholding and agricultural contracting business and later a small touring caravan complex.

Educated in St. Florence and Coronation Schools, he worked in construction contracting for a number of years, until he and his late wife, Marjorie, opened a painting and decorating shop in Upper Frog Street, with Trevor retiring in 1994 due to ill- health.

Trevor, of 1 Cogmill Cottage, The Green, was the nephew of a much-remembered figure in local government, the late Miss Winnie Hallett.

In paying tribute at the time of Trevor’s passing, Cllr Morgan remarked: “Trevor will be remembered as a thoughtful and dedicated councillor, a respected colleague, and a friend to many. He gave his time generously in service to the town he loved, and his contribution to Tenby will not be forgotten.

“On behalf of Tenby Town Council, myself and members we extend our sincere and heartfelt condolences to Trevor’s family and friends at this very sad time.

“He will be greatly missed, and we are grateful for his many years of service to Tenby.”