Saturday

A pig roast and barbecue and entertainment by Elite was held at the Fishers Arms, with an excellent turnout to start Whitland Week off.

The raffle winners were: case of lager, Les Evans; bottle of wine, Tom Gibbon; biscuits, Tracy Williams; chocolates, Andy Edwards; candle, Wayne Jones.

Many thanks to Steve and Sharon Jones, of the Fishers Arms.

Sunday

Six-a-side football at Parc Dr. Owen. This event was organised by Len Shipton, Whitland AFC. An excellent turnout with 27 teams competing.

Winners were:

Years 1 and 2: Haverfordwest; runners-up - Llanybydder.

Years 3 and 4: Whitland; runners-up - St. Clears.

Years 5 and 6: Tenby; runners-up - St. Mary's Youth Club.

Winners of the field raffle: football, Ryan Thomas; sports umbrella, Scott Newton; cycle lock, Owain John.

A concert at Tabernacle Chapel was held in the evening to officially start the week, and entertainment was provided by Ystradgynlais Male Voice Choir, Charles Ng'andwe and Helen Gibbon.

Mrs. Millie Phillips was presented with her chain of office by Clr. Mrs. Madeline Phillips.The Whitland Week Queen, Miss Vicky Owens, was presented with her sash.

Mr. Roy Llewelyn, Whitland Week chairman, addressed the audience and wished Whitland Week the very best and hoped that all events would be well supported.

Many thanks to the deacons and members of Tabernacle Chapel.

Monday

The coffee morning was held at the Taf Hotel. This year, as in previous years, it was well supported, with people queueing for the doors to open. An enjoyable time was had by all, with a sing-a-long with Reg.

Raffle winners were: Vodka, Mayor, Clr. Miss Debbie Rutter; Sunday lunch for two, Kayle Naylor; wine, Iona, Gog Sports; chocolates, Carol Richards; wine, Les Evans; basket of fruit, Lona Davies; wine, Sheena Howells; mystery prize, Lona Davies. Many thanks to Ann and John.

In the evening, target bowls and a barbecue were held at the Bowling Club. A lovely family evening was enjoyed, with excellent food, good music and good competition of all ages.

Winners were: highest golf score - Marc Jones; highest number - Marc Jones; highest non-member - Matthew Owens; highest junior - Louis Price.

Tuesday

Sport was the order of the day. Fortunately the rain stayed away and the winners were:

Flat races: Toddlers - 1. Connor Bowen; 2. Beatrice Bowen Rees; 3. Katie Thomas. 4 yrs - 1. Geraint Williams; 2. Lowri Jenkins; 3. Kirsty Harry; 5 yrs - 1. Jack Bowen; 2. Ryan Powell. 6 yrs - 1. Gwyndaf Lewis; 2. Nerys Lewis; 3. Iwan Bowen Rees. 7 yrs - 1. Tomos Lewis; 2. Ysobelle White; 3. Florence Bowen Rees. 8 yrs - 1. Glen Elsdon; 2. Rhodri Lewis; 3. Ryan Thomas. 9 yrs - 1. Robert Shipton; 2. Matthew Bowen; 3. Matthew Stephens. 10 yrs - 1. Daniel Richards; 2. Michael James; 3. Anna Stephens. 11 yrs - 1. Daniel Hay; 2. Lois Rice; 3. Lucus Davies; 12 yrs - 1. Sarah Harries; 2. Laura Rees; 3. Natalie Thomas. 13 yrs - 1. Hannah Thomas; 2. Mitchell Rees; 3. Vicky Owens. 15-plus yrs - 1. Christopher Davies; 2. Liam Evans.

Skipping: 4 yrs and under - 1. Kirsty Harry; 2. Beatrice Bowen Rees. 5-6 yrs - 1. Nerys Lewis; 2. Zoe Setaro; 3. Catrin Harries. 7-8 yrs - 1. Rhodri Lewis; 2. Ryan Thomas; 3. Florence Bowen Rees. 9-10 yrs - 1. Robert Shipton; 2. James Richards; 3. Michael Jones. 11-12 yrs - 1. Sarah Harries; 2. Laura Rees; 3. Louis Price. 13-14 yrs - 1. Rebecca Tanner; 2. Mitchell Rees; 3. Marc Jones. Over 15 yrs - 1. Christopher Davies.

Bean bag races: 4 yrs and under - Girls, 1. Lowri Jenkins, 2. Ffion Lewis, 3 Katie Thomas. Boys, 1. Steffan James; 2. Geraint Williams; 3. Conner Bowen. 5-6 yrs - 1. Gwyndaf Lewis; 2. Gethin Lewis; 3. Nerys Lewis. 7-8 yrs - 1. Glen Elsdon; 2. Liam Price; 3. Ryan Thomas. 9-10 yrs - 1. Daniel Richards; 2. Kirsty Williams 3. Tammy Williams. 11-12 yrs - 1. Thomas Richards; 2. Natalie Thomas; 3. Laura Rees. 13-14 yrs - 1. Marc Jones; 2. Mitchell Rees; 3. Katie Tanner. Over 15 yrs - 1. Christopher Davies; 2. Tracy Lowden.

Race on all fours: 4 yrs and under - 1. Geraint Williams; 2. Steffan James; 3. Beatrice Bowen Rees. 5-6 yrs - 1. Gwyndaf Lewis; 2. William Cevetto; 3. Nerys Lewis. 7-8 yrs - 1. Llyr Lewis; 2. Glen Elsdon; 3. Ryan Thomas. 9-10 yrs - 1. James Richards; 2. Daniel Richards; 3. Kirsty Williams. 11-12 yrs - 1. Laura Rees; 2. Lucus Davies; 3. Jonathan Seeley. 13-14 yrs - 1. Marc Jones; 2. Mitchell Rees. Over 15 yrs - 1. Christopher Davies.

Wheelbarrow races: 4 yrs - 1. Kirsty Thomas; 2. Geraint Williams; 3. Nicole Elsdon; 5-6 yrs - 1. Daniel Powell; 2. Zoe Setaro; 3. Sian Stephens. 7-8 yrs - 1. Ryan Thomas; 2. Tomos Lewis; 3. Llyr Lewis. 9-10 yrs - 1. Daniel and Jonathan; 2. Kirsty and Jade. 11-12 yrs - 1. Natalie and Sarah; 2. Nathasha and Laura; 3. Ben and Lucus. 13-14 yrs - 1. Hannah and Rachel; 2. Claire and Katie. Over 15 - 1. Christopher and Iwan; 2. Marc and Louis; 3. Natalie and Sarah.

Sack race: 4 yrs and under - 1. Jack Richards; 2. Steffan James; 3. Geraint Williams. 5-6 yrs - 1. Gwyndaf Lewis; 2. Catrin Harries; 3. Nerys Lewis. 7-8 yrs - 1. Ryan Thomas; 2. Hannah Richards; 3. Liam Price. 9-10 yrs - 1. Daniel Richards; 2. Lisa Tucker; 3. Matthew Stephens. 11-12 yrs - 1. Laura Rees; 2. Sarah Harries; 3. Natasha Williams. 13-14 yrs - 1. Michael Rees; 2. Claire Shipton; 3. Hannah Thom.

Horse and jockey: 4 yrs - 1. Katie Thomas; 2. Connor Bowen; 3. Geraint Williams. 5-6 yrs - 1. Gethin Lewis; 2. Daniel Powell; 3. Zoe Setaro. 7-8 yrs - 1. Llyr Lewis; 2. Tomos Lewis; 3. Liam Price. 9-10 yrs - 1. Matthew Bowen; 2. Anna Stephens; 3. Lisa Tucker. 11-12 yrs - 1. Jonathan and Christopher; 2. Louis and Marc; 3. Sarah and Natalie. 13-14 yrs - 1. Hannah and Rachel; 2. Claire and Rebecca.

Egg and spoon race: 4 yrs and under - 1. Steffan James; 2. Katie Thomas; 3. Nicole Elsdon. 5-6 yrs - 1 Daniel Powell; 2. Luke Stephens; 3. Nerys Lewis. 7-8 yrs - 1. Ryan Thomas; 2. Thomas Lewis; 3. Glen Elsdon. 9-10 yrs - 1. Daniel Richards; 2. Lisa Tucker; 3. Matthew Bowen. 11-12 yrs - 1. Sarah Harries; 2. Laura Rees; 3. Gemma Evans.

Distance race (round the park): 11 yrs and older - 1. Jonathan Seeley; 2. Daniel Richards; 3. Thomas Richards. 12 yrs and over - 1. Iwan Evans; 2. Christopher Davies; 3. Marc Jones.

Skipping on the spot: Primary School - Girls, 1. Tammy Williams, 2. Hannah Richards. Boys, 1. Ryan Thomas; 2. Daniel Richards. Secondary School - Girls, 1. Natasha Williams, 2. Laura Rees. Boys, 1. Mitchell Rees, 2. David.

Raffle winners: cricket set, Nerys and Ffion Lewis; chocolates, Daniel Hay; hat/socks, Heather Jenkins.

Adult pool tournament: This was a well supported event, with nine teams entered.

The winners were: Everybody's Favourite; runners-up - Bowling Club.

Junior pool winners were: Under 11 - Daniel Richards; runner-up - Nico Setaro. Secondary School winner - Steve Aston; runner-up - Hannah Thomas.

Wednesday

In glorious sunshine, cream teas were served at Waungron Mansion, thanks to the matron, Mrs. Bain, and her staff. Again this event was very well support.

A whist drive was held at the Memorial Hall, organised by Mr. David Skyrme, who acted as MC.

A Tarts and Tramps fancy dress disco was held at the Rugby Club. Best fancy dress winner - Eirian Powell, runner-up - Hayley Richards.

Thursday

A fun day and barbecue was organised by Whitland Y2K project at Parc Dr. Owen.

A Noson Lawen finished the day's events at the Dairies Club. Artists were Clive and Betty and Sian; Emrys; Catherine Ayers; Ceirios and Eleri.

Friday

The Baby Show was well attended by doting parents, grandparents, friends and family and a good time was had by all.

Champion baby - Nathan Stephens.

Whitland RFC was the venue for the darts tournament. This was a popular event and the winners were Martin and Roberta; runners-up - Maggie and Ray.

Raffle winner: Netty Wynn.

Saturday

Despite a heavy downpour, the show went on.

The Whitland Week Queen, Miss Vicky Owens, was crowned by Mrs. Millie Phillips.

Her attendants were Tammy Williams and Charlotte Enoch. Rose Queen was Laura Rees and her escort was Thurston Gasgoigne, Fairy Queen Sian Stephens, Princes Charming Liam Price and Nico Setaro.

On their return, the floats were judged. The winners were as follows:

Best children's float: 1. Survivor (Trevaughan Lodge); 2. Pope comes to Whitland (Bryngwenllian).

Best visitors' float: 1. Cinderella (Alpha Inn, Tavernspite).

Best local float: 1. Stars in Their Eyes (Velfrey Road).

Best pub or club float: joint 1. The Weakest Link (Taf Hotel) and Cowgirls in the Park (Women's Rugby Club).

Best overall float - Maisie Beynon Shield: Once Upon a Time (Stephens family).

Under 5 yrs, best decorated tricycle, car, toy: 1. Bob the Builder (Nathan Stephens); 2. Tweenie (Rebecca Richards); joint 3. Firemen (Jack and Connor Bowen) and Flowergirl (Chloe Harry).

Best fancy dress: 1. Spud (Luke Stephens); 2. Foot and Mouth Crisis (Aron Williams); joint 3. Tigger (Christie Harry) and Flowergirl (Conny Rogers).

Best pair: 1. Hansel and Gretel (Milly Harry and Nathan Bowen); 2. Bob and Spud (Nathan and Luke Stephens).

5-8 yrs: 1. Pied Piper (Catrin Harries); 2. Woosnam's Caddie (Alice John); 3. Hawaiian Girl (Gemma Thomas).

Best pair: 1. Bill and Ben (Adam and Daniel Powell).

9-12 yrs: 1. Surfing the Net (Bleddyn Thomas); 2. Peter Pan (Robert Shipton); 3. Whitland in Bloom (Laura Powell).

Best pair: 1. Sister Act (Joanne Thomas and Sarah Harries); 2. Peter Pan and Captain Hook (Robert Shipton and Matthew Stephens).

Best topical (Any age under 15): 1. Woosnam and Caddie (Sarah and Alice John); 2. Whitland in Bloom (Laura Powell); 3. Bill and Ben (Adam and Daniel Powell).

Adults: 1. Whitland in Bloom (Val Richards); 2. Mrs. Kilshaw (Jayne Thomas); 3. Dennis the Menace (Liz Richards).

Best pair: 1. Big Brother Flies (Roberta and Martin Williams); 2. Foot and Mouth (Angela Davies and Irene Powell); 3. Kilshaws (Jayne Thomas and Susan Davies).

Best overall child pedestrian - Chamber of Trade Award: Nathan Stephens.

Best overall adult pedestrian - Stan Phillips Cup: Val Richards.

The Whitland in Bloom results were as follows: Best front lawn - Mair Bartlett; 2. Carol Richards; 3. Michael Evans; highly commended - Gareth John. Best back lawn - 1. Len Stephens; 2. Peter Wills; 3. Orville Jenkins; HC - Gary Richards. Best hanging basket - 1. Alma; 2. Carol Richards; 3. Peter Wills; HC - Jane Price. Best business premises - 1. Waungron Mansion; 2. Fishers Arms; 3. Lyn Seeley Petshop; HC - Oasis.

The day came to an end with a disco and Kaprice at the marquee.

Sunday

Bringing the week to an end was the United Service at the English Congregational Church. Items were recited, read or sung by members of Nazareth, Tabernacle, St. Mary's and English Congregational.

Roy Llewellyn, Whitland Week chairman, thanked everyone for their support, especially the small committee who worked hard all week organising various events, and hoped that everyone had enjoyed themselves meeting old friends who had returned to Whitland for the festivities, and stated that all the proceeds would go for the upkeep of the park, which was getting more expensive every year.

A quiz night was held at the Bowling Club and the winners were SWOB.

Raffle winners were: Carol Richards; Kathy Evans.

THANKS

Cally and Sheena would like to thank everyone for their help, donations, support and loan of equipment throughout the week, and to those who organised events. With your support the park would not be as good as it is now. There is still more to do. Diolch yn fawr iawn.

If you feel you would like to help organise an event next year or have any new ideas you would like to organise, please speak to Cally or Sheena. New young blood is needed to help carry on. It would be a pity if the week's events enjoyed this year came to an end.