Our History
Appointed county surveyor in 1824, William Owen was the driving force behind the improvements made in Haverfordwest in the early 19th century. The son of a local cabinet maker, Owen designed the (former) shire hall, almost opposite Wilton House. He was also responsible for the New Bridge over the River Cleddau at the foot of High Street and the adjoining Victoria Place. Owen was four times mayor of Haverfordwest.