China show celebrates Queen's Diamond Jubilee
Best known as the birthplace of the famous pirate, Black Bart, the village of Little Newcastle, near Letterston in Pembrokeshire staged a wonderful exhibition of commemorative china at the start of May to celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee. The event, which was held in St Peter’s Church on the edge of the village green, had been organised by Richard Davies, a church member who is a discerning collector of royal memorabilia. The beautifully arranged displays were organised into discrete sections covering the coronation, the investiture of Prince Charles, the silver and golden jubilees, royal weddings, birthdays and anniversaries, Charles and Diana, the Queen Mother and William and Kate and more. Among the over 300 artefacts on display, some recorded the royal divorces and separations. The quality of the items was noteworthy and the careful numbering of the displayed pieces enhanced the visitor experience. Commemorative china expert Richard Davies was also on hand to answer...