A weekend of music starts tonight to help bring a sick young Pembrokeshire man home from Thailand.

Nathan Perrin, who lived in Narberth, fell ill in Thailand a few weeks ago, and was taken to a specialist hospital in Phuket.

While his family flew out to be with him, Nathan’s friends have been rallying around trying to raise enough money to fly him home.

They say the 21 year-old’s holiday insurance will not cover all of the costs of his medical treatment.

A gig is also being held at Labyrinth Live Music & Sports Bar in Haverfordwest on Friday, October 24 at 8pm. Tickets cost £3, with six acts already confirmed.

So far the ‘Get Nathan Perrin Home’ appeal has raised an incredible £3,000, with donations still coming in.

A gig is being held tonight (Friday) at Labyrinth Live Music & Sports Bar in Haverfordwest at 8pm. Tickets cost £3, and six acts already confirmed.

The appeal will also be boosted by a fundraising gig being held in Laugharne Memorial Hall on Saturday (October 25) starting at 7pm.

Tickets cost £5 and the evening features five local bands who have all agreed to play free of charge.

Last week Nathan’s best friend, David Burger, said: “Nathan is doing a lot better.

“He was discharged from hospital last Thursday and is spending a week recuperating before flying home on October 28.

“He has responded well to medication and has gone from being really bad to okay, but he still has a lot of recovering to do.

“He’ll have to take it easy when he comes home.”

“I’m really impressed how everyone has got behind the appeal,” added David.

“I knew that Nathan had great friends, but we’ve been getting donations from people who don’t even know him. After his story was on the news, one person in North Wales sent £200 to the appeal, which is amazing.

“I know his family, who have been out in Thailand for the last three weeks, are so grateful for everyone’s generosity.”

Donations to the cause can be made via PayPal.Please send to dave58921@hotmail.com