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- Abersoch RNLI New Year Dip: (01/01/07)
A crowd of over 500 people watched the first RNLI New Years Day Dip on Abersoch Main Beach and over 80 braved the chilly wind and freezing water to take part. The event raised over £2000 for the running of Abersoch RNLI Lifeboat station. The organisers would like to say a big thank you to all who supported the event.

The Fancy Dress competition winners were:

Best Boy: James Whitehead, Prestbury
Best Girl: Alex Morbury, Hale
Best Lady: Joan Timmins, Bwlch Tocyn
Best Gentleman: David Jackson, Nether Alderley.

By popular demand, this will almost certainly be the first of an annual event!

John Wormald has taken some excellent photos- with some examples below. The rest can be viewed at: http://john53.zenfolio.com/p544837013/

- West Coast Surf Sale Now On: (27/12/06)
West Coast Surf have started their sale which lasts until Jan 8th, with up to £100 off longboards, 50% off summer wetsuits, 35% off body boards and 30% off Rip Curl watches - for more details and opening hours - click here

- Goslings New Year Offers: (18/12/06)
- New Year Weekend Break - Friday Saturday Sunday night - bed and breakfast. (continental) - from £170 double room 2 people.
- Saturday and Sunday night - bed and breakfast (continental) - from £150 double room 2 people.
- Family rooms available.
- Self Catering One bedroomed Flat available sleeps up to 4 people. £200 Friday Saturday Sunday.
Linen and towels provided. Gosling. 01758 712526

- Rip Curl Ski / Snowboard Jackets Half Price: (12/12/06)
OSD have a selection Rip Curl Ski and Snowbaord Jackets at 50% off RRP with some models reduced from £149.99 to only £69.99. www.osdabersoch.co.uk

- Abersoch Lifeboat Sponsored New Year's Day Sea Dip: (12/12/06)
This fun event will take place on Abersoch Main Beach on Monday 1st January at 12 Noon - click here for more info...

- Abersoch 2007 Calendar - Available for Christmas Delivery: (11/12/06)
The Abersoch 2007 Calendar is still available, and if you order before December 19th will be delivered to you in time for Christmas. The calendar can be ordered from the Sensation online store or by calling 01758 710011 and costs £8.50 - ideal as a stocking filler!
You can get to the online store by following this link: www.sensationgroup.com/onlineshop/acatalog/sensation.html

- Rip Girl and OSD Winter Sales: (03/12/06)
Rip Girl and OSD winter sales started on Friday 1st December with 50% off all clothing except the winter boot lines. Here's a chance to get those Christmas presents at half price!!! www.ripgirl.co.uk / www.osdabersoch.co.uk

- Winter Storms (03/12/06)
Although we seem to have escaped the worst of the current gales - we have still been receiving gusts of 50mph in the village centre - with higher gusts on the exposed beaches and headlands. There is also some unusually large swell coming into the bay and St Tudwal's West is getting a bit of a battering.

A bit different to summer conditions!

We've added a line to show approx height of spray!

Head High Wave!

Spray up Cilan Head early this morning

- Unusual Jellyfish Washed Up: (27/11/06)
A large number of small and unusual jelly fish type creatures were washed up on our beaches at the end of last week. They are called "By The Wind Sailors" and the BBC have an article on them after they were washed up in SW Wales - click here to view the article.

- Wakestock 2007 New Webste & Ticket News: (24/11/06)
250 EARLY BIRD WAKESTOCK 2007 TICKETS ON SALE MONDAY 4th DECEMBER --
Wakestock sold out in advance last year and with big plans to improve the event with better parking, security & facilities on top of the fact they're already booking bigger acts, the ticket price will have to go up slightly. But for those that get in early we've got 250 available at the 2006 prices. They will be sent out early in December as cool ticket vouchers - ideal as a Christmas present.
They go on sale 9am Monday 4th December. Just call the Wakestock office on 01758 710000 to book or they can be booked online via our new website at .... www.wakestock.co.uk

- Ysgol Abersoch Fundraiser: (23/11/06)
There will be a christmas shopping event on Saturday 25th Nov ....at the sandpiper abersoch in aid of ysgol abersoch! 10.30 till 1.30pm. £1 on the door... includes a cuppa! lots of things to do and buy...............

Stalls include first light organic and fairtrade clothing, flipside jewllery, local artist with personalised childrens prints, babi bach gifts for xmas and sale rail.... cake stall, raffle.... phoenix gift wrap and cards....crafts and art for kids, lucky dip and more....come along and bring a friend........

- Hideaway Books : (04/11/06)
HideAway is pleased to announce 15% OFF ALL GIFTWARE AND CRAFT ITEMS as part of ABERSOCH WINTER WONDERLAND - commencing 04 NOVEMBER 2006 until 12 NOVEMBER 2006 - during this 9 day period, anything that isn't a book qualifies for the saving and the vast majority of books will still be at the fantastic value offer of 3 FOR THE PRICE OF 2 - So come on down and start your Christmas Shopping early at HIDEAWAY BOOKS

- Abersoch Garden Centre News : (31/10/06)
Remember Remember the 5th of November......Bonfire Night!

Come and see the large selection of fireworks available at Abersoch Garden Centre.
Also, Petal-á-Pot the new tea room will be staying open with the garden centre during the winter season with a new winter menu.
For more information please visit www.abersochgardencentre.com

- Abersoch Sensation Magazine Calendar Now On Sale: (24/10/06)
Available online at: www.sensationgroup.com/onlineshop/acatalog/sensation.html

- 12 beautiful A4 photos from the Abersoch area, purpose shot for the calendar
- tide guide for every month
- each with A4 large box month planner
- Nov 06 - Dec 07 general planner
- Business and services listing
- Dates for many planned events in Abersoch during 2007
- Designed for wide general appeal

Hanging on kitchen walls around Abersoch, as well as homes & businesses across the country, the calendar will be a great point of reference when booking a hotel, a restaurant table, taxi or just to get something repaired. It also makes a great Christmas present for those who love the village and all it has to offer.

The Abersoch 2007 Calendar is now available from various outlets around that village for just £8.50. Alternatively you can call 01758 710011 to have a calendar put in the post to you today or click on the link at the top of the page.

- Busy Sunday For Abersoch RNLI Lifeboat: (23/10/06)
The Abersoch Lifeboat was on service twice on Sunday - see their website for more details - www.rnliabersoch.co.uk/callout_files.htm

- Phil Wood Wins Surf Contest: (23/10/06)
The 2006 West Coast Open Surfing Contest took place on Saturday and was won by Phil Wood - report to follow at www.westcoastsurf.co.uk/surfcomp2006.htm

Phil Wood Makes Best Use Of The Very Small Contest Waves: Photo John Wormald

- Business Available to Rent : (16/10/06)
Fusion Bar / Glynllifon, near Abersoch is available to rent for a 12 month lease, renewable thereafter, call Beresford Adams on 01758 712016.

- West Coast Open Surfing Comp & Party: (13/10/06)
This years Surfing Competition is scheduled for the 21st October and includes the sell out party with this years venue being 5 Degrees West... for more info... www.westcoastsurf.co.uk/surfcomp2006.htm

- Coconut Kitchen Final Weekend : (13/10/06)
The Coconut Kitchen has announced that this weekend will be their last
weekend's trading at Tyn - Y - Mur Caravan Park - for the 2006 season at
least. As a special closing offer all customers ordering 2 main courses or
more will receive a free starter of their choice. The Coconut Kitchen will
be open on Friday October 13th to Monday October 16th. Thanks to all our
customers this summer and we hope to welcome you back in 2007! Visit
www.thecoconutkitchen.co.uk to find out this weekend's menu and to find out
our plans for next year.

- Abersoch "Winter Wonderland": (12/10/06)
Summer is not the only time to visit Abersoch, many local people and those from much further afield appreciate the village during the winter months. This year the week commencing 4th November will kick off Abersoch Winter Wonderland, and celebrate the launch of a new walks guide which has six local walks. Many local retailers, eating places and accommodation are offering special promotions that week to honour the event so that the winter season will be well and truly under way. The walks guide is a booklet with maps, directions and information on 6 circular routes ranging from 0.8 miles (1.3 km) right up to 8 miles (13km) so suitable for all walkers with the walks encompassing Abersoch, Cilan, Marchros, Cilan, Llanengan and stretching out towards Llanbedrog and Mynytho.

photo: John Wormald

The following week you can begin getting into the Christmas spirit with shop windows starting to get festive and the Christmas lights going on.

Abersoch is most definitely open this winter, you can get a good cup of coffee, an excellent snack or lunch, or a meal out from the many cafes and pubs that have a warm welcome for you and shop around the numerous outlets in the village.

- National Water Speed Record: (10/10/06)
Peninsula Ribs Ltd, Pwllheli and Abersoch based, is planning to set a National water speed record by circumnavigating the Isle of Anglesey in November this year. Managing Director Ian Greenwood and navigator Arwyn Thomas, both RYA Powerboat Instructors are aiming to achieve the circumnavigation of 66 nautical miles (75.9 statute miles) in just under an hour and a half aboard Black Jack, a Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) powered by a Suzuki 250hp 4 stroke engine.
There is currently no official record for the route, but records stand for round the Isle of White and round Britain amongst others. This record setting event should draw further record attempts in the future and highlight boating in North Wales, already an activity well supported in the area.
The idea was thought of earlier this year and a great deal of planning is involved along with obtaining the relevant authorisations from various bodies.
Local newspapers and BBC Wales have been contacted as has a freelance TV crew who are looking at mounting a small video camera on Black Jack to record the event as well as the whole of the Anglesey coastline, also producing a piece for a local news channel.
The exact date will be dependant on a suitable weather window, and provision has been made for everyone concerned to be available at short notice to obtain the ideal conditions.
Black Jack is usually employed in charter work covering all of North and Mid Wales, adrenalin rides off Abersoch Beach for visitors to the area during the tourist season and water activity corporate events which are proving more and more popular. Capable of carrying up to 10 passengers and two crew, the vessel has also been chartered for dive work, TV film documentaries and survey work.

- Goslings Autumn Offers: (05/10/06)
Goslings At The Carisbrook have announced the following offers..
3 nights bed and breakfast for a double room £195 - this is for two people with full breakfast. Special offers also available for family rooms.
Goslings will be open for accomodation for Christmas and New Year. Enquiries please call 01758 712526.

- O'Shea Wakestock Nominated For UK Festival Awards: (29/09/06)
Wakestock 06 has been nominated in two categories at this year's UK Festival Awards. As well as being nominated in the Best Small Festival Category the North Wales based festival has also been nominated in the Innovation Award category alongside some of the UK's most respected and long running festivals. Wakestock earned themselves this nomination following the introduction of a massive pool gap structure on the festival site this year. A tried and tested formula in the US, Wakestock was the first event in the UK to build a huge wakeboard and wakeskate pool structure slap bang in the middle of their festival site, bringing all the action to the 20,000 people who attended the festival this year

Pat Panakos from The Projects, Orlando travelled over to North Wales to design, build and manage the project - his reputation as wakeboarding rail guru is not wrong!! The construction of a huge 3 rail, 70 metre long, 100,000 gallon structure was no mean feat - especially in the middle of a field with no running water - it was nothing short of impressive! The US DVS wakeskate team travelled over to hit the set-up and with some of the world's best wakeskaters on the team the riding was sick - Aaron Reed, Thomas Horrell, Jim Leatherman and Myles Vickers were all representing DVS, and were joined by UK DVS team member Craig McCulloch and South African skater Dieter Humpsch. What a way to introduce the pool-gap concept to the UK! All the riders couldn't wait for their chance to hit the rails. The showcase put on by the riders amazed and drew in the crowds, and the riders were loving both the fame and the fun…not many people get to ride whilst watching Feeder LIVE!

This year's Wakestock was a sell-out success bringing over 20,000 visitors to the Llyn Peninsula. The weekend saw two days of hot wakeboarding and wakeskating action, from some of the best riders in the UK and abroad with Dan Nott taking the title of Wakestock champ, and Ben Hitch and Nick Davies taking 2nd and 3rd place. This year's music line up brought some of the UK's top bands and DJs to the beautiful Wakestock including Feeder, The Automatic, The Zutons, and Carl Cox to name but a few.

So if you want to vote for Wakestock and give them a chance of winning this prestigious award please go to www.festivalawards.com - everyone who votes will be automatically entered into an amazing prize draw to win a pair of tickets to every winning festival, plus a pair of VIP tickets to the awards ceremony in London on October 19th plus a year's supply of Carling lager!

Voting started on September 25th and runs for 3 weeks so register your vote for Wakestock now by going to www.festivalawards.com.

Wakestock 2007 is taking place on Friday 20th and Saturday 21st July and is set to be the best yet do keep your eyes peeled for the "new look" website that is coming your way for all the latest information on the festival.
www.wakestock.co.uk

GET VOTING NOW…

- Abersoch RNLI Lifeboat Launches to Serious Incident: (24/09/06)
Abersoch RNLI Inshore Lifeboat was launched on Saturday afternoon at 15.55hrs after reports of red flares being seen from Jet Skis off Porth Ceiriad. The Lifeboat located the 3 casualties 0.5miles south of Cilan Head. 2 casualties were brought onboard the Lifeboat and taken to Abersoch Lifeboat Station where one was transferred to an RAF Sea King helicopter and one to an ambulance and both were then taken to Ysbyty Gwynedd (Bangor Hospital). Tragically, one of the casualties was fatally injured.

www.rnliabersoch.co.uk

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/wales/5375188.stm

- RNLI Fancy Dress Bash Photos : (11/09/06)
John Wormald has uploaded loads of photos from the successful RNLI fancy dress party at 5 Degrees West last Friday evening. You can view the photos here...http://john53.zenfolio.com/f487028850/ . The event raised over £1300 for the running of Abersoch Lifeboat Station.

- This Weeks Tides: (04/09/06)
We have received a few e-mails asking about the very high spring tides later this week. 5.4m tides are expected on Friday and Saturday evening - these are very big tides but how big they actually will be will depend on the weather conditions at the time. At the moment the forecasts are suggesting high pressure over us for this period so we may well not see the spectacular heights we saw in March. These big tides generally only become a problem in this area when they are accompanied by deep areas of low pressure with an associated storm surge - or high winds from an easterly quarter.

- Major Rescue Off Pwllheli Harbour : (04/09/06)
A major rescue of 17 yachts and 60 people involving both Pwllheli RNLI Lifeboats and local Coastguards took place on Saturday. Abersoch RNLI Lifeboat was also launced and was first tasked to a yacht washed up on the Warren and then carried out a shoreline search from Llanbedrog to Pwllheli. 40 knot S - SSW winds were recorded at the relatively sheltered Abersoch weather station, with 50 knots recorded at SCYC and gusts of up to 60 knots by yachts on the water, which meant it was a rough trip home for The Abersoch RNLI Lifeboat. For more information, visit the following sites.

http://www.rnliabersoch.co.uk/callout_files.htm

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/wales

http://www.pwllhelilifeboat.co.uk/32141.html

http://icnorthwales.icnetwork.co.uk/news/regionalnews

- More Photos At Eaton Photography Website : (31/08/06)
More photos have been added to the Eaton Photography website including the one below of a Mallard Duck at Llyn Padarn. www.eatonphotography.co.uk

© Graham Eaton

- Hideaway Books News: (31/08/06)
Due to the outstanding response and all the wonderful comments received during Hideaway Books first 'Summer Season' - The 3 for 2 Pick ' N' Mix promotion launched for Summer will be continued into Autumn. Richard and Vicky would like to thank all their customers for making the ' Hideaway's' first summer such a pleasant an successful one. Hideaway Books will continue to open 6 days a week throughout Autumn - www.hideawaybooks.com

- Tidal Aid 2006: (31/08/06)
Tidal Aid took place last Thursday raising money for two local charities including the local primary school Ysgol Abersoch, and also the local RNLI. Although there had been a terrible run up of weather prior to the event, Thursday morning managed to bring a glimpse of sunshine to the village. Midday saw the start to the annual beach volleyball competition where 8 teams battled it out for the title of Tidal Aid champion 2006. After a strong battle in the final, the champions were team "OTT" who managed to beat last year's champions "40 and Out". The final results went as follows:
1st place - OTT
2nd place - 40 and Out
3rd place - Tractor Boys Plus One

After these places had been set there were still two prizes to battle for, the team who had put in the best effort and the team who had the best fancy dress. After a tough decision it was decided that "Young Turrets" had put in the best effort. With their tallest player reaching a grand 3 feet, and the top of the net being nowhere near in reach to any of them, they gave a tremendous battle to any team that crossed their path. And as far best fancy dress went, there was only one team who could steal the show and it had to go to "The Muppets" who had made t-shirts especially and worn hats and wigs even in the sweltering sun - especially Heidi who had worn a bright pink afro for the entire day.

The day turned into night, and the party then moved to The Harbour Hotel where DJs including Chris Weston, Jonty and Seb were mixing some awesome tracks and the crowds rocked along with The Jack Rabbits.
A special thank you to all of the local businesses that donated prizes and helped to make this year's Tidal Aid take place. In total the day managed to raise £300 for charity, which is not as much as the event had risen in the past, but still contributed a respectable £150 to each charity. A great day was had by all involved, made all the better as the sun managed to come out! Roll on Tidal Aid 2007!

- Press Release From The Coconut Kitchen: (25/08/06)
The Coconut Kitchen will now be open 7 days a week through the rest of
August with the popular dishes such as Beef Massaman Curry, Thai Green
Chicken Curry and Chicken Satay and Honey & Garlic Spare Ribs making
regular appearances on the menu. We will also be staying open through
September when the very popular Pad Thai Noodles and other new and
interesting dishes will appear on the menu. As most of our regular customers know our menu changes most days and this can be viewed at www.thecoconutkitchen.co.uk. We will also be available tocater for private parties and events from September onwards please call 07900 102 875 and talk to Paul for further details, or check our website. We would also like to say thanks to all our customers that have made the trip up to Tyn-Y- Mur since we opened in June and a special thanks to Harold for letting us locate at his site.

- Powerboat Drama Off Abersoch: (22/08/06)
Four people had to abandon their powerboat as it caught fire and exploded just off the shore at Marchros beach yesterday evening. Coastguards, the Fire Brigade and Abersoch RNLI Inshore Lifeboat were all called to the dramatic scene where fortunately no one was injured. The powerboat was burning from bow to stern and drifted along the shore just out of range of the Fire Brigade's hoses until it came to a halt halfway to Penrhyn Du - where the flames were able to be doused. The boat was completely destroyed. www.rnliabersoch.co.uk

- New Wildlife Website: (22/08/06)
Graham Eaton is a diver and wildlife photographer, who has taken many images around the coast of Abersoch. Check out his site at: www.eatonphotography.co.uk

© Graham Eaton

- The Harbour Bank Holiday Opening: (22/08/06)
As well as being open all this week The Harbour will be open this August Bank Holiday weekend on Friday for Boogie Nights (60's, 70's & 80's), Saturday for Ignite (Funk, House & Electro with Radio 1's Dan Bailey) on Sunday for Energy (Hip Hop + R&B), closed on Monday and open again on Tuesday for Boogie Nights (60's, 70's & 80's). All of the nights over the bank holiday weekend are notoriously busy and getting there early to avoid disappointment is very advisable.The Boogie Nights & Ignite closing parties will be on Friday 1st September and Saturday 2nd September - watch out for some special guests! We are open 8pm - 1am, last entry 10.30pm. For further information please call 01758 712 406.

- 70's Fancy Dress Glam Rock Fundraising Party: (19/08/06)
This RNLI Abersoch event will take place at 5 Degrees West on Friday 8th September rom 7.30pm and entry is by ticket only (£8). The Jack Rabbit Slims will be playing along with the Lost Boys and Jonty & Seb on their Rock Wheels of Steel. Dress is 70's glam rock. Tickets are available from Boardrider and Rip Girl in Abersoch. It should be a good end of season party!

- Tidal Aid 2006: (19/08/06)
Tidal Aid is back on Thursday 24th August 2006 to help raise money for local charities. This year the two local charities that have been chosen are the local primary school, Ysgol Abersoch and the local RNLI. Both of them are a valuable part of the village and need your support. Tidal Aid is an opportunity for everyone to get involved and help raise money for these charities.
During the daytime there is the annual beach volleyball competition near Footprints on Abersoch main beach, where all are welcome no matter what age or level of skill you are. It's just a day of fun with prizes for both the winners, the losers and the best dressed out on the court. With almost every local shop kindly donating something to the prize fund, there are a lot of exciting prizes to be won. REMEMBER you don't have to win to get a prize. Come along and challenge the reigning champions, who MUST be beaten…they can't possibly win again!

If you would like to enter a team then pop into Jack Wills and pick up a team form. These need to be completed and returned to Jack Wills no later than 5pm on Wednesday 23rd August.

Thursday night as usual is a spectacle of music ranging from the dance beats of Chris Weston to the rock sounds of The Jack Rabbits and the hip hop grooves of DJ's Play and Bast. Get down to Abersoch Harbour Hotel next Thursday from 9pm to join the party and help support your local charities.

Further Information
· Entry into the volleyball competition is a charity donation of £20 per team.
· Volleyball begins at 12pm and all teams must be there 15 minutes early.
· All proceed go to charity
· The doors open at 9pm at the Harbour Hotel, entry £5 with all proceeds going to charity.

For more information contact Zoe McLennan on zoe@sensationgroup.com or on 01758 710055.

- 1st Call Heating, Plumbing & Electrical - New Website: (15/08/06)
1st Call are a plumbing, heating and electrical firm based on the LLyn.
CORGI, NICEIC and OFTEC registered, they specialise in the installation, maintainance and repair of all types of central heating and boiler systems.
As well as offering a wide range of heating, plumbing and electrical services, they can also provide a plastering and tiling service. Check out their website at: www.1stcallgas.com

- Chalet For Sale - The Warren (10/08/06)
An immaculately presented 3-bedroom chalet is up for sale on the Warren - for more information - click here.

- Abersoch Regatta Raft Race (09/08/06)
A record number of entries and a good crowd enjoyed the annual raft race on Abersoch Main Beach yesterday evening. A juniors race along the beach was followed by the main race round to Abersoch Harbour. Winners for the last 2 years, Marcus & Jack, got off to a good start but could not quite keep up with the new raft from the Abersoch Lifeboat crew - designed by Phil "Barnes Wallis" Wood. You can view photos from the event at John Wormalds website at:
http://john53.zenfolio.com/f286552912/

photo: John Wormald

- Fusion Bar / Glynllifon: (09/08/06)
Fusionbar Restaurant and Glynllifon, in Llanbedrog, would like to point out that they do not have any connections with any other indian restaurants or take-aways in the area.

- OSD Summer Sale: (04/08/06)
OSD have started their summer sale with 50% off all summer clothing stock. Brands include O'Shea, Rip Curl, We and Vans. www.osdabersoch.co.uk

- Abersoch Regatta Events: (04/08/06)
The annual Abersoch Regatta series of events starts on Sunday. This year events include: Open Golf Competition, Sandcastle Competition, Abersoch Sailing Regatta, Best Dressed Beach Hut, Crab Catching Competition, The Great Raft Race and Harbour Beach Sports...for more details - click here

- Abersoch RNLI Lifeboat Saves 4: (03/08/06)
The RNLI Abersoch Lifeboat was called out last night at 7.15 pm after a 10ft inflatable dinghy was reported overdue. The dinghy was located near to St.Tudwal's Islands and the adult and 3 children on board were found to be cold but otherwise unharmed. The tiny dinghy with a 30 - 40 year old Seagull 2.5hp engine could not cope with the strong northerly wind (gusting up to force 6) and was unsuprisingly blown down wind and out to sea and as the sea got rougher, the engine was swamped. The dinghy had a small anchor on board but only a tiny anount of warp and no chain - making it useless as a safety device. There were also no flares on board and the mobile phone carried had no signal. The persons were wearing buoyancy aids - but were only wearing shorts and T shirts and it would seem that a tragedy was narrowly avoided in this case. www.rnliabersoch.co.uk

- Heatwave At An End - For Now!: (29/07/06)
The amazing weather of the last few weeks has come to an end today and it looks like we will see more normal conditions for the next few days.

- Shark Washed Up On Porthmadog Beach: (29/07/06)
An unusual visitor to our waters was washed up on a Porthmadog beach recently - BBC Wales have the full story here.

- HideAway Books announces ‘Hot Summer Pick ‘N’ Mix’ : (20/07/06)
Due to the fantastic popularity of the ‘3 for 2’ promotion on their wide range of ‘Fiction’ books, Richard and Vicky have now extended the offer throughout their whole selection of published books – This includes Fiction – Non Fiction – Children’s - Activity – Teen – Cookery – Craft and Gardening books (Basically buy any 3 Books and receive the lowest priced for FREE) Also, due to popular demand they have stocked up on their fantastic Luxury Bath bombs and fizzes, you should smell the shop, It’s Heaven.. For full details go to www.hideawaybooks.co.uk or email: info@hideawaybooks.co.uk

- O'Shea Wakestock - Photos Online: (19/07/06)
John Wormald has posted several hundred photos from the 3 days at Wakestock - click here to view them.

- 32.4°C In Abersoch: (18/07/06)
It reached 32.4°C this afternoon!

- 30°C Barrier Broken In Abersoch: (18/07/06)
The temperature in Abersoch has already reached 31°C today - exceptionally high for us here with our coastal location. Its unbearable in our office - and not that much better outside. Could be time to hit the beach....

- Heatwave Set To Continue!: (16/07/06)
The current sizzling weather is set to last on our coast until at least Thursday. We'll be keeping an eye on the outlook beyond that on our forecast page.

- O'Shea Wakestock- Big Night Out!: (16/07/06)
A huge sell out crowd descended on the Penrhos festival site yesterday evening to see the finale of this years O'Shea Wakestock. Dan Nott from the UK, was crowned mens champion and Robbie Rendo from Argentina won the ladies title. The crowd saw impressive performances from a host of bands and DJ's including The Automatic, Feeder and The Zutons. The views from the site across the bay towards Snowdonia were spectacular and the open air stage (Glastonbury's "Other Stage"), proved a great success on a cloudless evening - taking the festival to a higher level than seen in previous years and with the other tented stages, skate ramp, funfair, stalls and eateries - there was plenty to see and do. A new addition was the two tier DVS pool gap wakeboard and wake skate pool where festival goers were given a taste of what the sport is about. We'll be posting photos from the event over the coming days.

The Automatic Perform on Wakestock's Impressive Outdoor Stage

- O'Shea Wakestock Day 2 - Flat Water, Blue Skies and Hot Sunshine!: (15/07/06)
Perfect conditions greeted the competitors in Pwllheli Marina this morning for the Pro Event and the large crowds that turned up were treated to some amazing riding from some of the worlds best wakeboarders. The results will be announced tonight at the music festival - where Feeder, The Zutons and many more will be playing.

Craig O'Meara From Australia about to start his run

- O'Shea Wakestock Underway: (14/07/06)
This years O'shea Wakestock is well under way with the competitors and festival goers greeted by blue skies and warm sunshine. The juniors, ladies and qualifiers for Saturdays Pro event took place at Pwllheli Marina this morning with competitors from as far afield as Australia, South Africa and Switzerland. Next up is this evenings big air comp at Abersoch Main Beach followed by the DJ night at the Pernrhos festival site.

Pwllheli Marina This Morning

- O'Shea Wakestock ALL Tickets Sold Out: (13/07/06)
Wakestock 2006, Europe’s largest wakeboarding and music festival has completely sold out!
With a line up that surpasses any that have gone before, it is no wonder that over the last couple of weeks, ticket sales have rocketed.
Organisers urge you not to travel to the festival unless you have already purchased a ticket as there will be none available on the gate.
Ticket sales are due to the line up being packed full of some of the most highly acclaimed bands and djs such as FEEDER, CARL COX, THE ZUTONS, THE AUTOMATIC and many more.

- Aerial Photo Gallery: (13/07/06)
John Wormald has added some excellent aerial photos of the area to his online gallery - check them out here ...

- O'Shea Wakestock Wakeboarding Event Times: (13/07/06)
The wakeboarding events at this years O'Shea Wakestock are free to watch and are on at the following times:

Friday 14th - Qualifiers - Pwllheli Marina - From 9.15am (approx 3 hours)
Friday 14th - Big Air Event - Abersoch Main Beach - From 5.30pm
Saturday 20th - Pro Event - Pwllheli Marina - From 10.15am (approx 3 hours)

- O'Shea Wakestock Weather - Update: (11/07/06)
Its a very promising forecast for Thursday onwards with potentially lots of fine and and very warm sunny weather predicted for the weekend ahead.

- Harbour - New Website: (11/07/06)
The Harbour has a new website where you can find info on all this summers events...www.abersochevents.co.uk

- Pine Lodge For Sale: (10/07/06)
A stunning pine lodge holiday home is for sale at Hafan Y Mor - click here for details.

- O'Shea Wakestock Weather: (10/07/06)
With the O'Shea Wakestock festival now only a few days away, the weather forecasts are suggesting a fine weekend - we'll be keeping an eye on those forecasts and will post any changes.

- Fusion Bar at Glynllifon - New Website: (10/07/06)
The Glynllifon Indian Restaurant, located between Abersoch and Llanbedrog, and their new Fusion Bar have a new website at www.fusion-bar.co.uk

Caption Competition Results: (10/07/06)
The winners have now been posted here - well done to the winners and many thanks for all the excellent entries.

- Harbour Hotel News: (07/07/06)
The Harbour re opens for Summer 2006 from Friday 7th July right through until Saturday 2nd September. We are open from Tuesday – Saturday from 8.00pm – 1.00am. Nightly events include: Tuesdays: Boogie Nights (60s, 70s, & 80s), Wednesday: Twisted (Floorfillers & Classics with Vodka Girls & free shots on arrival before 10pm), Thursdays: Energy (Hip Hop + R&B) Friday: Boogie Nights (60s, 70s, & 80s), Saturday: Ignite (The all new club night for 2006, featuring world class DJ’s on rotation throughout the summer). Watch out for special nights including the Festival Warm Up on Thursday 13th July, the Wind Down on Sunday 16th July and the infamous Skool Daze A level results party on Thursday 17th August. Full information and listings are now available online at www.abersochevents.com or for further information call 01758 712 406.

- Keys Found On Abersoch Main Beach: (03/07/06)
A set of keys were found on the SCYC side of the beach last week - you can view photos of them by clicking here and if you think they are yours - contact the finder on...
keys@andystephens.net

- Fresh Cafe Bar & Grill On The Web: (03/07/06)
Fresh have a new website at www.fresh-abersoch.co.uk

- HideAway Books announces ‘Hot Summer Pick ‘N’ Mix’ : (02/07/06)
Due to the fantastic popularity of the ‘3 for 2’ promotion on their wide range of ‘Fiction’ books, Richard and Vicky have now extended the offer throughout their whole selection of published books – This includes Fiction – Non Fiction – Children’s - Activity – Teen – Cookery – Craft and Gardening books (Basically buy any 3 Books and receive the lowest priced for FREE) Also, due to popular demand they have stocked up on their fantastic Luxury Bath bombs and fizzes, you should smell the shop, It’s Heaven.. For full details go to www.hideawaybooks.co.uk - better still, pop in and say hello…

- O'Shea Wakestock Tickets Going Fast: (29/06/06)
With this years O'shea Wakestock rapidly approaching - tickets are apparently disappearing rapidly. So to see FEEDER, CARL COX & friends THE ZUTONS, THE AUTOMATIC & MANY MORE - visit www.wakestock.co.uk

- Fusion Bar at Glynllifon: (29/06/06)
The Glynllifon Indian Restaurant, located between Abersoch and Llanbedrog, have let us know about their new Fusion Bar - here's what they have to say..."Try the new total makeover fusion Bar and Glynllifon indian restaurant. Ideal place to chill out, have a beer,wine, coffee or some food, get away from the hustle and bustle and sit in tranquil gardens. Still serving the best Indian food plus a new fusion menu in the evening so book a table soon. 01758 740147".

- Caption Comp: Win 2 VIP Tickets to O'Shea Wakestock 2006: (26/06/06)
This years O'Shea Wakestock is fast approaching and you have a chance to win 2 VIP tickets for the whole weekend - giving you access to the VIP area at the event. All you have to do is suggest a caption for the photo provided. The winner will be announced on Monday 10th July. Click here to enter... The results of the previous competition will be announced this week.

- Boats For Sale: (25/06/06)
We are setting up a Boats For Sale section - which initially will be a free service - so if you have any type of water craft for sale - simply e mail us with the details and a photo. The first one went online today and is a Searay 200 BR (2003)

- Abersoch RNLI Fundraising Event - Friday 30th July: (24/06/06)
A presentation by RNLI Divisional Training Inspector Andy Hurley followed by supper wil take place on Friday 30th July at 7.30pm at the Abersoch Lifeboat Station. The evening is designed to show what the crew do and the intensive training now involved. All are welcome and Tickets are £12.50. For ticket info call 01758 712571 or 01758 712666.

- White House Green Light: (22/06/06)
The redevelopment of the White House into a luxury 5 Star 30+ room hotel has been given approval by Gwynedd councillors this week and may be open by the spring of next year. Click here for more info...

- Caption Competition: (14/06/06)
Our caption competition is nearing its close. The winners will receive O'Shea Tees. Click here for details.

- World Cup Venues: (14/06/06)
Further to the previous posting - The Arena Sports Bar at the Harbour Hotel is showing BBC matches in the new High Definition format.

- New Event At Five Degrees West : (14/06/06
Breeze is Abersoch's newest up front club night brought to you by the Skinned Out West Dj's (Nigel Skinner & Criss Weston) hosted at 5 Degree's West. They aim to give the best club experience on the Abersoch scene playing uplifting vocal house through their new 8k rig with visual backdrop's. There could not be a better venue than 5 Degree's West with it's chilled out decked terrace, large dance area and a view to put the icing on the cake of any party. 5 Degree's West has 550 capacity so get there early to avoid disappointment. Breeze nights will be hosted periodically throughout the season so look out for the flyers that will keep you posted on what's to come. Click here to view the event flyer.

- West Coast Surf School: (14/06/06)
The Surf School run from West Coast is now a BSA Level 2 school which means they can now offer improver lessons as well as beginner courses. This is the only Level 2 surf school in the area. They can be contacted via their website at www.westcoastsurf.co.uk

- Abersoch Jazz Festival 2006 - Photos: (11/06/06)
Some excellent photos from this years event can be viewed at John Wormald's site at: http://john53.zenfolio.com

photo: John Wormald

- Abersoch Jazz Festival 2006 : (10/06/06)
The Annual Abersoch Jazz Festival kicked off yesterday and this morning the spectacular street parade took place with record numbers taking part or watching. 22 bands from Holland, Norway and the UK will be performing over the weekend at various venues. www.abersochjazzfestival.com

- Hot Abersoch: (08/06/06)
Temperatures in Abersoch have gone over 26°C (nudging 80°F) this afternoon. The sea temperature near the shore has shown a remarkable increase in the last few days and feels more like bath water!

- O'Shea Wakestock Tickets Available in OSD: (08/06/06)
Tickets for this years O'Shea Wakestock are now available to buy from OSD in the village.

- Abersoch Regatta Events 2006: (08/06/06)
This years events include...
Open Golf Competition, Sandcastle Competition, Abersoch Sailing Regatta, Best Dressed Beach Hut, Crab Catching Competition, The Great Raft Race, Harbour Beach Sports...for more details - click here

- Wakestock Staff Required: (08/06/06)
If you fancy working behind the bar at this years O'Shea Wakestock -then have a look in the jobs section!

- Keep Wales Tidy Clean Up - Porth Neigwl (Hell's Mouth): (08/06/06)
Keep wales Tidy are organising a beach clean up at Porth Neigwl on Saturday 17th June from 10am - 2pm. All volunteers are welcome and if any one can spare even half an hour - it would be much appreciated. Gloves and litter pickers are provided.

- World Cup Venues: (07/06/06)
There are lots of TV's installed installed in the village for you to watch (or avoid!) the World Cup. The Vaynol has big TV's in each room - including a new one in the bar on the right of the entrance and there is also the big screen in The Arena Bar - plus several TV's in the PB.

- More Wifi: (07/06/06)
You can now access the internet with your laptop at the Arena Bar - Harbour Hotel.

- Yoga In Abersoch: (07/06/06)
Laura Bell is providing private & small group tuition in Abersoch this summer. On the beach, out on your decking or in the comfort of your own home when it suits you.
Classes Include: Ashtanga yoga class - A dynamic flow of movemnet with the breath - The warren, monday 6-7 (Halfryn Members only).
The Beach, look out for posters around the village

Yogabugs Class - Childrens yoga for ages 3-7 Village Hall, Tues10.30-11.30am

Contact 07989 512 859 info@yogaforyou.org.uk or visit www.yogaforyou.org.uk

- Jazz Festival Weather: (07/06/06)
This years annual Jazz Festival starts on Friday and the weather is looking hot and sunny for the duaration of the event!

- RNLI Abersoch Open Day 2006 Photos: (07/06/06)
Photos from the Open Day by John Wormald can now be viewed by clicking here - you will also find a link that lets you visit the whole album.

- Caption Competition: (06/06/06)
2 photos arrived in our inbox today which we are using for a caption competition. The winners will receive O'Shea Tees. Click here for details.

- New Plans Expected For Marina Expansion: (05/06/06)
The BBC are reporting that fresh plans for expanding Pwllheli Marina will be submitted next moth. Click here for more...

- June Sunshine: (05/06/06)
After the warm and sunny weekend, this week looks like having more of the same with potentially hot weather at the end of the week.

- Busy Afternoon For Abersoch Lifeboat: (05/06/06)
On Sunday afternoon, the Abersoch Lifeboat was called out 3 times in succession. The volunteer crew were first called out at approx 3pm after reports of a 39 foot powerboat was sinking on its mooring - click here for details...

- RNLI Abersoch Open Day 2006: (03/06/06)
This years Open Day took place on Friday 2nd June and included a crew sponsored chest waxing! click here for info.

photo: John Wormald

- Lifeboat Rescues Trapped 4 near Aberdaron: (29/05/06)
Abersoch Lifeboat rescued 4 young adults trapped by the tide near Aberdaron. Click here for details.

- Bank Holiday Harbour Hotel News: (25/05/06) "The Harbour will be open this weekend on Saturday night for Ignite for a special House vs Hip Hop night which will see the welcome return of Slinky’s Tim Lyall and Chris Sheldon. We are also open Sunday night for Boogie Nights – 60s, 70s, 80s & 90s. Doors open 8pm – 1am. We are likely to be at capacity on both Saturday and Sunday nights so arriving early to avoid disappointment is highly recommended. All events are strictly over 18’s, no hoods, caps or sportswear on Saturday nights."

- Chalet For Sale In Abersoch: (24/05/06)
Immaculately presented 3-bedroom Chalet (35 x 20). In superb location with tremendous views across Cardigan Bay. Click here for more details...

- RNLI Abersoch Open Day 2006: (23/05/06)
This years Open Day takes place on Friday 2nd June and includes a crew sponsored waxing! click here for info.

- Charity Fashion Show: (21/05/06)
A fashion show to raise money for Gwynedd Hospice at Home will take place at Pwllheli Sailing Club on Thursday May 25th from 7.30pm. It will be presented by Lonsdales, Rip Girl and The Joshua Tree. Tickets are £5 and are available from Lonsdales or Rip Girl.

- Early Season Heatwave: (11/05/06)
We have been experiencing a mini heatwave over the last couple of days with the weather just about as good as it gets!

- Climate Change Talk - Abersoch Village Hall: (04/05/06)
Dr Rob Gitten, who is a Snowdonia National Park ecologist, is coming to Abersoch Village Hall on Friday 5th May to give a talk on climate change. His presentation will include - what is climate change?, what has happened already?, what is likely to happen? and what can we do to help? Entry is free and it starts at 7pm.

- 2 Shouts In 24 Hours For Abersoch Lifeboat: (28/04/06)
Abersoch Lifeboat has launched on service twice in the last 24 hours. On Thursday evening the Lifeboat was called to help a woman and 2 children who had been cut off by the tide at Llanbedrog Head. Today the Lifeboat was called to a small rib with 5 persons on board that had suffered engine failure near St. Tudwal's Island. www.rnliabersoch.co.uk

- Luxury Holiday Lodge For Sale : (27/04/06)
A luxury holiday lodge is for sale at Castellmarch caravan park - click here for contact info.

- Hideaway Books News: (26/04/06)
Richard and Vicky are pleased to announce that, as the 3 for 2 promotion on
paperback fiction titles has proved to be so popular, this will continue
throughout the 2006 season. Also to compliment the 10% OFF leaflet offer,
there is now a printable leaflet available online at www.hideawaybooks.co.uk for those who have not managed to grab one (Don’t miss out on a bargain). New opening hours are also now published on the website. If you need any further information, Richard and Vicky will be happy to receive your emails at: info@hideawaybooks.co.uk

- Peninsula Ribs News: (24/04/06)
Peninsual Ribs have some new rides this year - the "ST. TUDWAL’S ISLAND BLAST
15 minutes of speed, round the islands and back!!! £10 each" and "PORTH CEIRIAD ‘ADRENALIN’ RUSH - 30 minutes of high speed excitement!!! £20 each".Longer trips, Group and Dive Charters are available by prior arrangement. For more info visit www.peninsularibs.com

- Unfortunate Incident In Pwllheli Marina: (21/04/06)
A recently purchased powerboat ended up running aground in the marina yesterday.

- Warmer Weather: (21/04/06)
Its the warmest day of the year so far which is a welcome change from the distinctly chilly spring that we have been experiencing.

- Abersoch Lifeboat Shout: (21/04/06)
Not everyone paid heed to the recent RNLI warning that was issued before Easter as Abersoch Lifeboat was called out yesterday to a speedboat with 2 persons on board from Pwllheli that had run out of fuel near to St. Tudwal's Islands. The anchor line on board was too short to be effective hence the vessel was drifting down wind. The vessel was towed to Abersoch for refuelling. There appeared to be no lifejackets on board.

- New Daily Photos: (21/04/06)
The Daily photo page has changed slightly in format with 6 views taken in the morning - click here to view.

- Don't Become a Statistic This Easter - Warns RNLI (13/04/06)
The Easter holiday is traditionally a busy time for RNLI volunteers as boat owners head for the coast. Over the Easter period last year, RNLI lifeboats launched 123 times and rescued 167 people. The single biggest cause of service was machinery failure -accounting for 25% of all incidents.

In the last 12 months, RNLI lifeboats in Wales have launched 219 times to vessels out of fuel or with engine failure. In many cases the upset of the callout could have been avoided if simple engine and fuel checks had been carried out before hand including:

- Run your engine, give it a visual check
- Check the oil, hydraulic fluid and fuel lines
- On outboards, check the kill cord
- Make sure the fuel tank is secured
- Don't run out of fuel * check you have enough for the voyage and a bit extra

Those who decide to go to sea are advised to tell someone where they are going and when they are expected to return. This is not only essential to those using boats but for those who decide to spend the Bank Holiday on the beach or fishing off rocks.

RNLI Divisional Sea Safety Manager, Nicola Davies says:

'Its not only checking your boat to prevent the need for rescue that is important. It is also essential to check emergency equipment that you will need should the worst happen. Wearing lifejackets and having a useable liferaft can give you and our lifeboat crews vital minutes should anything go wrong. If carrying children on board, Nicola says it is crucial to ensure they have lifejackets, which fit properly.

She adds: 'Everyone thinks that it won't happen to them but last year many had to think again.'

The RNLI recommends the following checks for safety equipment:
· Lifejackets - gas canisters for corrosion and webbing for wear
· Carry out a VHF radio check
· Ensure all safety equipment, such as flares are within expiry dates
· Service your liferaft
· Replacing old batteries in a torch can make all the difference
· Don't forget to check the weather before you set out, keep within your capabilities.

The RNLI is currently producing a new safety booklet with a sea safety CD which will be available from May. The RNLI offers free impartial advice on all aspects of sea safety call 0800 328 0600. www.rnli.org.uk , www.rnliabersoch.co.uk

Petal-á-Pot at Abersoch Garden Centre is opening on Saturday 8th of April 2006. (07/04/06)
Petal-á-Pot is Abersoch Garden Centre's new Mediterranean style café. The name was chosen from a competition we held in a local newspaper, the winner also received National Garden Centre Gift vouchers.

The café is very cosy inside with a wood burning stove, outside there is a stunning Mediterranean style terrace which is south facing overlooking the garden centre.

For more information please visit www.abersochgardencentre.com

Free WiFi Internet Access In Abersoch: (07/04/06)
If you need broadband internet access on your laptop during your visit to Abersoch- head for The Vaynol Arms, which is now a free WiFi hotspot.

- O'shea Wakestock Announce The 2006 Line Up: (31/03/06)
After much anticipation, O'Shea Wakestock - Europe's Largest Wakeboard Music Festival are pleased to announce their line up of bands and DJ's for 2006. Having recently won 'Best Live Event' at the Pop Factory Music Awards, expectations have been high for a line-up that justifies this title. So who better to Headline Wakestock 2006 on the new open air stage than Welsh rockers FEEDER, whose album "The Singles" is released on 15th May, preceded by their brand new single "Lost and Found" out on 1st May. Also legendary international dj, CARL COX, consistently rated as one of the top 10 dj's in the world, will headline Friday night with his infamous 'Carl Cox & Friends' set.
Another big confirmed act that is also on the brink of a huge album release and will headline the main arena is THE ZUTONS. Their single "Why Wont You Give Me Your Love" is receiving heavy radio exposure & another one to look forward to at this year's festival.
The weekend's line up is packed with an impressive list of acclaimed bands & dj's such as the DELAYS, THE CRIMEA, FREESTYLERS, (live) THE AUTOMATIC, CUBAN BROTHERS (live), HIGH CONTRAST, ADAM FREELAND, DJ YODA, THE UPPER ROOM, ASWAD to name but a few. You can also look forward to sets from LISA PIN UP, KUTSKI, THE CUT UP BOYS, JUPITER ACE, SYBRIDION and many more!
Wakestock is not just a music festival it also combines Europe's Largest Wakeboard Event, which attracts some of the world's best riders to the stunning location on the Llyn Peninsula in North Wales. The festival is now entering its seventh year and looks set to be the biggest and best yet!
For more information on the line-up check out the official website at: www.wakestock.co.uk

- Big Spring Tide: (30/03/06)
A combination of one of the biggest tides of the year and strong winds and swell have caused some problems in Abersoch this morning in the Inner Harbour. Tim from Abersoch Boatyard has taken some photos - click here to view them.

- Wakestock - Secret Ticket Week: (24/03/06)
" IT'S ALWAYS COOL TO BE ONE OF THE FIRST TO BOOK YOUR FESTIVAL TICKETS.
WAKESTOCK IS GIVING YOU THE CHANCE TO GET YOURS A WEEK BEFORE THEY OFFICIALLY GO ON SALE. STARTING MONDAY 30th MARCH at 9AM

In addition to this you have the opportunity to win prizes that the confirmed acts have donated and we've thrown in a selection as well. There's also some prizes from acts that we haven't announced yet!
If you're up for this then don't hang around as they will be snapped up on a first come first serve basis from 9am on Monday morning.
The prizes include 3 sets of VIP upgrades for 2 people. CALL 01758 710000

Don't forget we will be announcing the full line-up on THURSDAY 30th MARCH 2006
You can catch it first on BBC Radio1 on Huw Stephans & Bethan Elfyn's show at 7:30pm www.bbc.co.uk/radio1/listen/
The Wakestock website will be updated during their show.

For more information & updates keep checking the official Wakestock website at:
www.wakestock.co.uk "

- Angorfa Cafe Re-Opening: (24/03/06)
The long awaited famous Angorfa breakfast is back, so all you people with withdrawal symptoms can relax!!

The Angorfa cafe re opens on the Sat 8th April with a new lunch and afternoon menu, delicious paninis and a new selection of mouth watering cakes!

- Wakestock Announce First Acts: (23/03/06)
WAKESTOCK takes place on Fri 14th - Sat 15th July and they have announced a handful of the confirmed acts. You can look forward to performances from THE DELAYS, THE CRIMEA, FREESTYLERS, THE CUBAN BROTHERS live, DJ YODA & THE UPPER ROOM, plus a further 32 acts. All headline acts & the rest of the line up will be announced next Thursday 30th March before tickets go on sale on Monday 3rd April.
Tickets are £45 for the whole weekend & £20 for camping per person. Tickets are available from the Wakestock Ticket Office on 01758 710000 or via Ticketmaster.
Wakestock is not just a music festival it combines Europe's Largest Wakeboard Event, which attracts some of the world best riders to this stunning location. For more information check the website at www.wakestock.co.uk

- New Sports Bar At Harbour Hotel: (20/03/06)
The newly refurbished Arena sports bar is open daily throughout the year showing all live Sky Sports including Rugby, Cricket and of course all live premiership football matches including premiership plus. We will also be showing the World Cup 06 on our huge screens and big screen projector. The bar is also always open in the evenings as well serving a wide range of drinks and light bar snacks. For information on matches and show times call 01758 712 406.

- Fundraising Events: (18/03/06)
Flipside, Babi Bach, Wildwood and First Light are having an event at the
Sandpiper on Saturday 8th April from 9.30am onwards. All 3 shops will have
exciting new spring/summer stock, plus some bargains too! There will be an
RNLI stall, and a raffle and other fundraising in aid of local schools.
The Sandpiper will be serving breakfast, lunch and refreshments throughout
the day.

Also - Mothers day lunch, Sunday 26th March , fundraising event at 5 degrees West in Abersoch. Everyone welcome! Child friendly, open 12 till 6pm for
food....further enquiries tel 01758 713788.

- Harbour Hotel Easter Events: (14/03/06)
"The Harbour re opens for 2006 on Friday 14th April for the Easter weekend. We are now open until 1.00am, but it is now a licensing requirement that everyone enters by 10.30pm.
Over the Easter weekend we will be open on Friday 14th for Boogie Nights, Saturday 15th for Ignite, the all new club night for 2006 featuring amazing DJ's throughout the season - Easter weekend sees Radio 1's Josh 'Rinse' Roberts take to the decks - watch out for regular favourites returning as well! Then wind down on Easter Sunday with Boogie Nights again. The Harbour is then open May Bank Holiday (Fri & Sat), Spring Bank Holiday (Fri & Sat), Saturdays in June and for the summer from 1st July - 2nd September Tuesday - Saturday, 8.00pm - 1.00am. Look out for the newly refurbished dance floor area including resurfaced dance floor, new sound system, new massive lighting rig and other improvements that have been made over the winter months."
Full information www.abersochevents.com

- Manana Restaurant Re-Opening: (10/03/06)
Manana Restaurant will re-open for the season on Friday 17th March.

- Snow In Abersoch: (02/03/06)
Abersoch has woken to a wintry covering of snow and soft hail this morning.

Abersoch Main Beach This Morning

- HideAway Books Re-Opens: (01/03/06)
HideAway Books - www.hideawaybooks.co.uk will re-open this Friday 03 March 2006. Hideaway books is run by Husband and Wife team Richard and Vicky Gibson and initially opened in October 2005, bringing to Abersoch the much needed facility of a book shop, however that’s not all. As anyone who managed to visit the shop towards the end of last year will confirm, the shop carries a substantial range of unusual giftware, ethnic jewellery ‘Hidewellery’, incense sticks and cones, oil burners and wind chimes. More is apparently to come as
Richard and Vicky are currently in discussions to import Mango, Teak, Silk
and Cotton craftwork direct from Thailand. Hopefully these should be
available within the next few weeks. For further information contact
HideAway at info@hideawaybooks.co.uk

- Mobile Caterer Required: (28/02/06)
Mobile self-contained catering unit required for holiday visitor attraction in Abersoch.
The attraction operates for a 6 week period from mid July. Over 10,000 visitors in 2005.The unit to be open from late morning until early evening, 7 days a week.Represents a real opportunity for an enthusiastic caterer able to offer a good range of quality hot and cold refreshments
Telephone with details to 07967 050158

- Angelina's Re-Opening: (16/02/06)
Angelina’s Restaurant will re-open on Friday 17th February with Proprietor Marco being joined at the helm by Jayne - and they would like to welcome you to enjoy freshly cooked Italian dishes in keeping with the traditions of Marco’s fathers heritage. The restaurant will be open every evening and lunchtime over half-term and will also feature an ever changing fish menu on the specials board. To book phone 01758 712353 or you can e mail enquiries to jayne.edge1@virgin.net

- Frosty Abersoch: (30/01/06)
The Abersoch weather station recorded its lowest temperature of the winter last night with a low of -3.4 deg C causing a bit of ice on the water in parts of the inner harbour - something which has not happened for some years.

- Vaynol Changes Hands: (04/12/05)
The Vaynol Arms arms changed hands on Friday with new landlords Jill and Jonathan taking over from Adrian and Sue. Adrian (or "Boulty" as he is known to many locally) has been the landlord for nearly 15 years and we wish him and Sue all the best for the future. Jonathan and Jill ran "Block's" restaurant at the Riverside last summer and we wish them every success in their new venture.

photo: John Wormald

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