Remembrance Sunday

by solvacommunitycouncil | Oct 31, 2020 | Solva Newsletter

Having reviewed WAG Covid-19 guidelines, Solva’s Remembrance Sunday will be somewhat different to previous years. A video showing names of the fallen – Solva 1914-18, 1939-45 and of 14th Signal Regiment – will be posted on social media on Sunday 8 November.
A small service will take place at the Solva War Memorial commencing at 10.30am.
14th Signal Regiment are invited to attend and the roll-call of the fallen will be included. It is envisaged the service will not be open to the public. Instead local residents are invited to stand outside their front doors in readiness for the 2 minute silence at 11.00am, uniting the village to remember and honour those who have sacrificed themselves to secure and protect our freedom.

Lloyds Bank – St Davids UPDATE

by solvacommunitycouncil | Oct 31, 2020 | Solva Newsletter

The bank will close for improvements from 2pm Monday 9 November to 10am Wednesday 16 December.

The bank is installing a disabled access which means the bank and the cash point will be unavailable.

Nearest branch: 7 Victoria Place, Haverfordwest SA61 2JX. Alternately use telephone banking (0345 300 0000) or internet banking (lloydsbank.com).

Christmas Lunch – Saturday 5 December

by solvacommunitycouncil | Oct 31, 2020 | Solva Newsletter

In this very different world, it was inevitable that some thought would have to be given to whether a Christmas Lunch would be held this year. SCC agreed that this was too important a feature of the Solva calendar to let go, even though there are significant challenges. So this year the lunch will be held over three sittings in the Memorial Hall with a maximum of 20 people at each, on Saturday 5 December.
1st sitting Midday – 2pm, 2nd sitting 3 – 5pm, 3rd sitting (if required) 7 – 9pm.                                                                          Food will be freshly prepared and diners will sit socially distanced with no more than 6 in a bubble. There will also be tables
for couples and singles. By holding separate sittings we can make sure the Hall is properly cleaned to keep diners safe. So if you are over 65 years old and fancy a social meal at this festive time please fill in a form at Bay View Stores – you will have to say who you are dining with and at which sitting. We hope to serve our more senior residents first. If you want a lunch to be delivered, then tell us on the form.

Solva Fireworks

by solvacommunitycouncil | Oct 31, 2020 | Solva Newsletter

Unfortunately due to COVID restrictions the annual firework display will not be taking place. Given that the 5th of November falls within the “Firebreak” period we would respectfully ask residents to ensure any displays they are holding privately are reflective of the national restrictions. If you are holding a private display please inform your neighbours so they might ensure their pets are not adversely affected; and please ensure you follow the firework safety code and stay safe.

Make Solva Sparkle Again!

by solvacommunitycouncil | Oct 31, 2020 | Solva Newsletter

In December last year Solva became a living Advent Calendar with windows lighting up to reveal many interesting, colourful, individual displays of ideas for Christmas. None of us could have foreseen how different this Christmas would be. But Solva can sparkle again and even brighter. No need for masks, social distancing, hand washing or Zoom meetings – within the safety of our own homes we can decorate a window and the more the merrier and the bigger the impact. Just to remind you of the details. Each night between 5 – 10 pm from 1 December to 24 December the decorated windows are lit. You can choose the day you wish to start and the theme of your window. It is important to include the number of your starting date in the design of your window. It does not have to be religious but should have a festival feel. It does not have to be on a main road but needs to be visible from a road or path. It can be an upstairs window. It needs to be well lit and the more colourful the better. To choose a date and for more details get in touch with Lena (07805 717556) or Carol Ann (07970 614233). When all the dates are in we will issue a map so that everyone will know where to view the windows. A bit like a cold version of the scarecrow trail but no competition, no prizes – just for fun. We are hoping that all ages will get involved in this Corona-free event for a bigger and even better…. SPARKLING SOLVA 2020!