Bluestone Foundation has provided £5,000 support for Pembrokeshire Samaritans The past 12 months have been exceedingly difficult for charities across the county. For Pembrokeshire’s Samaritans this has been a particularly challenging time, with the closure of their charity shop and increased demand on their lifesaving services. The Samaritans provide a 24/7 service for people who are experiencing emotional distress and may be having thoughts about taking their own life. In 2019, 14 people took their own lives in Pembrokeshire and across the UK, the figure was over 6,500. Over the past 12 months, as the coronavirus pandemic has unfolded the service the Samaritans offers has been even more important with increasing numbers of people experiencing poor mental health – isolation, hopelessness, economic crisis and depression. Many are having suicidal thoughts.
THIS St David s Day will see celebrations different to those before, however this isn t stopping a dedicated team of local professional musicians who have produced an inspirational and completely unique showcase for all to enjoy. Since the beginning of lockdown, The West End of Wales (WeoW) has been the driving force behind some of the most incredible virtual performances featuring top Welsh musicians and has brought joy to over a million people. The St David s Day concert, entitled Gwlad, will include performances from West End stars, including John Owen-Jones (Les Misérables and Phantom of the Opera) and Lucie Jones (Waitress and Legally Blonde), both accompanied by WeoW. Other musical names including the world-class Cory Brass Band, as well as a host of star announcers, including Welsh comedian, Rhod Gilbert. The event is proudly supported by Bluestone National Park Resort