Former Temperance Hall, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire

Details

Accessibility

Brief description

https://cadw.gov.wales/open-doors-temperance-hall-haverfordwest

"Temperance Hall, St Mary's Street, Haverfordwest is a Grade II listed building, with an Italianate facade, in the centre of the county town. It was built in 1888, but has stood empty since 2009 after having seen a number of uses through its life. 

In addition to being used by the Temperance Society, it was used briefly as council meeting chambers in the late 1800s. It stopped being used for its original purpose, and became a cinema during the First World War, and then became a billet for Dutch soldiers during the Second World War.

For Open Doors, the Hall will be open to offer the chance to look inside and participate in some family-friendly creative activities. 
There will be some display material relating to the building's history, and an opportunity to see plans for its re-opening in 2025. 
There will also be a chance to join a short walking tour of the nearby parts of central Haverfordwest, to see a number of other heritage buildings of interest.

The renovation of Temperance Hall will improve accessibility, but currently the hall is in a state of disrepair with many hazards. Unfortunately this means that: it's not safe for toddlers; it's difficult to access for those with limited mobility; and there are no toilets. During the renovation, the Haverfordwest Printmakers will be putting on family-friendly, accessible events at HaverHub."

Address

Temperance Hall, 3 St Mary's St, Haverfordwest, SA61 2DR.

Email

Phone

Website

http://www.haverfordwestcivicsociety.org.uk/towntrail/content/pg17.html

Directions

St Mary's Street is accessible from High Street in Haverfordwest, immediately before St Mary's Church.
There is very limited parking nearby, and so it's advisable to use one of the main car parks in the town.

Opening Times

Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change

Transport

2024: "Travel to Haverfordwest is possible by rail or by bus, including TrawsCymru T5 (from Aberystwyth), T11 (from Fishguard and St. Davids) or First Buses Traveline service 322 from Carmarthen. There are also a range of other local bus services serving other nearby towns."

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