PEMBROKE and Monkton Local History Society will be launching a new statue project on Saturday morning, November 8, celebrating the important role women played in the town’s history.

“So little attention is given to the vital contribution of women and so few statues are erected to them,” said Linda Asman. “We want to put this right and aim to celebrate the lives and legacy of three women connected with Pembroke.

“The ladies we have chosen are Princess Nest, Isabel de Clare and Margaret Beaufort whose lives span the Middle Ages from the Norman invasion of Pembroke to the founding of the Tudor Dynasty. So come along to our meeting where a presentation will be made by sculptor Harriet Addyman who has done us proud with the statues of Henry VII and William Marshal. We need your support and welcome any contribution you may wish to make.”

These statues would form a vital part of the proposed statue/arts trail, which will also be discussed at the meeting.

Entry to the launch - at Pembroke Town Hall - is free, but a raffle and a Coffee Morning help cover any overheads. Doors open at 10am when coffee and homemade cakes are served. The presentation will commence at around 11am and last approximately one hour with an opportunity for questions and comments.

Although the museum closes during the winter months (November to February half term holiday), it will be open for the society’s Saturday morning talks.

For more information, visit www.pembrokeandmonktonhistory.org.uk and follow the society’s Facebook page. Contact [email protected] for any queries.