“On the Go” new transport option connects communities to Canolfan Pentre Awel

Residents across Carmarthenshire can now benefit from improved access to Canolfan Pentre Awel, with the addition of the state-of-the-art facility to Dolen Teifi’s bookable transport locations. “On the Go” is a partnership between Dolen Teifi and Age Cymru Dyfed that provides wheelchair accessible travel options to those with a disability in Carmarthenshire.

On the Go has added Canolfan Pentre Awel to its service offer and will provide another transport option for those wishing to take advantage of the wide range of health, wellbeing and leisure facilities available at the Llanelli development.

Carmarthenshire County Council’s Cabinet Member for Regeneration, Leisure, Culture and Tourism, Cllr Hazel Evans commented:

The “On the Go” offer reinforces the idea of community connectivity, helping to reduce barriers when trying to access services and encourage more sustainable transport options. This also means more people will enjoy everything Canolfan Pentre Awel has to offer, from leisure services to community health care appointments and community events.

• Dolen Teifi currently has 10 vehicles located in different areas of Carmarthenshire.
• Newcastle Emlyn - Maes Llywelyn, Church Lane, SA38 9AB
• Llanelli – Canolfan Pentre Awel, Llanelli, SA15 2EZ
• St Clears - Chapel Car Park, Nr White Lion, Pwll Trap, SA33 4AT
•  Carmarthen - Parc Dewi Sant, Job’s Well Road,  SA31 3HG
• Llandovery - Leisure Centre, Cilycwm Road, SA20 0DY
• Llanybydder – The Old School,  Llanybydder SA409RN
• Laugharne – St Martins Church Car Park, Laugharne SA334QD
• Tumble – Tumble Village Hall Car Park, Tumble SA146HR
• Llandeilo – Cae William, Llandeilo SA19 6HL
• Burry Port -Plas y Mor – Glanmor Terrace, Burry Port SA16 0NW

Tom Cowcher, Chair of Llandysul a Phont-Tyweli Ymlaen and Dolen Teifi said:

“It has been a real pleasure working in partnership with Age Cymru Dyfed, the grant holder for this important programme. Community transport is about much more than completing a journey. It helps people, particularly those living in rural areas, remain independent and connected to their communities. We are grateful to Age Cymru Dyfed and all our staff, volunteers and community partners who are helping make this possible”

Caroline Taylor-Davies, Deputy CEO of Age Cymru Dyfed added:

“We are delighted to be adding five more vehicles to the ‘On the Go’ fleet. These additional vehicles will help us to reach more communities and give more people the freedom and confidence to travel. This is an important step in our continued development of the service and reflects the strength of our partnership with Dolen Teifi.”

To make a booking please contact: Community Transport enquiries by ringing 07399 861341 or emailing communitytransport@agecymrudyfed.org.uk  Passengers can be matched with a local volunteer driver, with journeys costing 58p per mile.

Dolen Teifi is currently looking for volunteers in Llanybydder, Laugharne, Tumble, Llandeilo and Burry Port. This is an ideal opportunity for individuals to make a practical difference to their communities. If you are interested, please contact - training@dolenteifi.org.uk or ring 01559 362403.