Milford Marina

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the rarest
wildlife

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Pembrokeshire coastline
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Handbook

enjoy 22 miles of
tranquil waterway

a lifejacket only
works if its worn
A panel of UK experts reviewed 80 drowning
incidents over a two year period to
determine whether or not a life may have
been saved had the person been wearing a
suitable lifejacket or personal flotation device.
It was suggested by the experts that in 81%
of these incidents, lives may have been saved.
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency
recommend all leisure users wear a lifejacket
that is maintained, correctly worn and fit for
purpose. At the Port of Milford Haven it is our
responsibility to keep all users of the
Waterway safe.
Whenever you are on the water...
wear a lifejacket!

Gorsewood Drive, Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire SA73 3ER

Tel: 01646 696100 Fax: 01646 696125
Email: enquiries@mhpa.co.uk
www.mhpa.co.uk

Welcome
Meet the team
Accessing the Marina
Important information
Marina map
The Waterway
Safety in Milford Marina
Environment
Milford Haven street plan
Local businesses
Heritage
Cruising waters

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Welcome to the
Milford Marina Handbook
Thank you for your interest in Milford Marina. This handbook is
designed to provide you with all of the information you need to
maximise enjoyment during your stay. It holds information about
our facilities and the many attractions within close proximity and in
the surrounding area.
Milford Marina, owned and operated by the Port of
Milford Haven, is located on the picturesque Milford
Haven Waterway in Pembrokeshire and offers much
more than just a mooring location. With 22 miles of
navigable waterway to explore and
environmentally important areas in
both the waterway and around the
islands,
Milford
Haven
offers
waterborne activities for all conditions.
To support your leisure activity, the
Marina offers comprehensive services
to meet all your needs. Customers have access to a
wide variety of associated services, including boat
transport, hoisting, refuelling, hard storage, laundry
services, free Wi-Fi access and quality shower and
toilet facilities. This is reflected in the 4 gold anchors
awarded to us by the Yacht Harbour Association and the ICOMIA
Clean Marinas Award.

Our aim is to ensure that you receive a first class service and that
you have peace of mind, knowing that your boat will be safe, secure
and well maintained all year round. We are constantly looking to
enhance our facilities and welcome your feedback to enable us to
develop a marina you can be proud of. Submit your comments
using the suggestion box in reception or by emailing us.
Milford Marina has a great community feeling and we hope that
you enjoy being part of it. On behalf of the Marina Team and the
Port of Milford Haven we look forward to delivering a quality service
that encourages you to return time and time again.

Kevin Hobbs, Short Sea Director, Port of Milford Haven

Version 2 published April 2013

Meet
the
Team

Eira Griffiths
Marina Coordinator

David Clark
Marina Chargehand

Dave Barrett
Marina Operative

John Davies
Marina Operative

Daniel Devine
Marina Operative

Andreas Filz
Marina Operative

Neal Hotchkiss
Marina Operative

Kevin John
Marina Operative

Ryan Jones
Marina Operative

Tony Pakula
Marina Operative

John Smith
Marina Operative

Julie Turner
Marina & Docks
Administrator

Milford Marina
51o42.25N 05o02.02W

Accessing
the Marina

Standard Port - Milford Haven (-0500 Dover)

For Tides, refer to the Port of Milford Haven Tide Tables and
consult Admiralty charts 1478, 2878, 3273, 3274, 3275,
Leisure Charts SC1478, SC2878, Imray 2600.11, C60.

For information on the Milford Haven Waterway, refer to the

Leisure User Guide. Milford Haven Port Control Centre can be
contacted on VHF channel 12 (call sign 'Port Control'). All vessels with
a LOA of 20m and over must report to Port Control as required
by the Port of Milford Haven General Directions.
All traffic using the lock is controlled by the Pier Head staff and it is
essential that they are contacted via VHF Channel 14 (call sign Pier
Head) before entering the dock basin.
Contact Marina Control (call sign Marina Control) on channel 37 to be
allocated a berth.
Approaching the Lock
By day, look for the buoyed channel on your port side when approaching
Milford Marina from St Anns Head and line up white circular daymarks
attached to the wall below Lord Nelson Hotel. By night, look for leading
lights at 348 fixed blue in line with fixed blue. Minimum depth of
approach channel is 0.9m.
Access to the dock basin is via the
entrance lock.

Milford
F.B.

During the 'freeflow' period - which

operates two hours before high water - up
until high water, vessels are able to move
through the lock in both directions,
subject to clearance from Pier Head.
Locking information is available from
Marina Control. Whilst every effort is made
to adhere to the published lock times,
operational requirements, severe weather
and/or planned maintenance may affect
the programme. The frequency of lockings
increases during the main season. Allow at
least half an hour for sluicing.

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& Marina

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All traffic using the lock is controlled by

the Pier Head staff and it is essential that
they are contacted via VHF Channel 14
(call sign Pier Head) before leaving the
berth or entering the dock basin.
During all lock operations, vessels must
moor alongside the pontoon/fenders
provided, as directed by the duty lock
keeper.

When the lock cycle is completed, allow the vessels ahead and/or outside
you to leave first. Moor as far forward on the pontoon as possible. If the
pontoon is full, then it may be necessary to raft up, so fenders are
recommended on both sides of your vessel. All the vessels in the lock are
to be secured with breast lines and springs. Please observe the 'Dead Slow'
speed at all times and remain vigilant when entering or leaving the lock.

All outbound locks must be booked a minimum of one

hour in advance through Marina Control (+44 (0)1646
696312 or VHF Ch37), other than freeflow when Pier
Head can be contacted directly on VHF Ch14. Berth
holders are requested to remain on their berth until
Pier Head directs them to proceed towards the lock.
Depth of water in lock is a minimum of 3m at low
water springs. Refer to the schedule available from
the Marina Office or the website for full breakdown
of locking times.
A holding pontoon called the Mackerel Stage lies
immediately East outside the lock with 1.5m of water
at chart datum for awaiting next lock operation. The
Mackerel Stage should only be approached from the
Dock channel due to obstructions at the eastern end.
This is a holding pontoon only and vessels should
NOT be left unattended. Space should remain for

pick up and drop off of passengers.

The Mackerel Stage is exposed to southerly winds and
passing boats can cause wake. The Mackerel Stage is
removed for maintenance during winter months
(approx mid October to beginning of April). Be
aware that the metal structured pontoon
(directly to the west of the Mackerel Stage) is
reserved for commercial fishing vessels only.
Local Weather Information
1. Milford Haven Coastguard can be contacted on
VHF Channel 16
2. Inshore weather forecast transmitted by
Coastguard at 0750, repeated three hourly and
1950, repeated three hourly. Strong wind and gale
warnings are transmitted as soon as they have been
received and on subsequent three hour forecasts

Milford Docks Lock Operation

Lock times are available on our website www.milfordmarina.com/lock-times
FREEFLOW
MITRE
GATES

CAISSON
GATE

HAVEN

DOCK / MARINA

MITRE GATES
OPEN

CAISSON GATE
OPEN

ACCESS LOCK

HAVEN

DOCK / MARINA
VESSELS AWAITING ENTRY TO
DOCK/MARINA BERTH IN LOCK
MITRE GATES
OPEN

CAISSON GATE
CLOSED

HAVEN

DOCK / MARINA

MITRE GATES CLOSE

AT SPECIFIED ACCESS TIME

HAVEN

SLUICE OPENS

WATER IN LOCK EQUALS DOCK LEVEL

VESSELS IN LOCK ENTER DOCK/MARINA
VESSELS WISHING TO EXIT ENTER THE LOCK

DOCK / MARINA

CAISSON GATE
OPENS

EXIT LOCK

HAVEN

DOCK / MARINA

CAISSON GATE CLOSES

AT SPECIFIED EXIT TIME

SLUICE OPENS

HAVEN

DOCK / MARINA
VESSELS EXIT LOCK
MITRE GATES
OPENS

Important
Information

Berths
Boat owners are assigned specific berths. Please note that it
may be necessary to occasionally move your vessel for
maintenance work to the pontoons. For this reason and to
accommodate all users, we ask that you keep us informed of
your general sailing plans, particularly if you will be away from
your berth for longer than a day or two. Visitors are allocated
a berth on arrival. Please then report to the
Marina Office immediately to complete
paperwork and receive security codes.

Car Parking
Free car parking is available on site in the long stay car
cark. If you plan to bring a large vehicle to the site, or
to park your vehicle for an extended period, please
request permission from the Marina Office so they can
designate an area away from any planned events.
Please keep the Promenade, main roadway and
operations in the boatyard free from obstructions. All
vehicles and contents are left on site at the owners risk.
Contractors
Please inform the Marina Office of any contractors
working on your boat. They must report to the Marina
Office upon arrival and provide a copy of their fully
comprehensive liability insurance. Without these details
they will not be issued with a permit to work on your boat.

Electricity
Electricity (240V/16A) is supplied to all berths via
metered connections. Meters are available to purchase
or hire from the Marina Office. Short term visitor
electricity is included in the berthing fees, so please feel
free to plug into the service bollards if you are staying
for a week or less. Following this please use a metered supply. If you have
any trouble locating a vacant socket, please contact the Marina Office.

Fuel
The fuel berth is kept clear for fuelling only. Diesel is available by prior
arrangement through the Marina Office. Diesel must be paid for before
leaving the Dock. When fuelling please take care and report any spillages
to the Marina Office immediately. Boat owners are obliged by law to
complete a red diesel declaration form on delivery of fuel at the fuel berth.
Petrol is available from the Tesco garage nearby or up river at Dale Sailing
at Neyland Yacht Haven (call +44 (0)1646 603110) or at Lawrenny Yacht
Station (+44 (0)1646 651212).
Gas Bottles
We stock a small supply of gas bottles, please enquire at the Marina Office.
Hard Standing and Lifting
Annual berth holders at Milford Marina are entitled to 10 weeks free hard
storage per year. We ask that customers inform the marina staff of
required dates as early as possible to ensure that your hard space can be
booked. We work on a first come first served basis as space is at a
premium. We therefore request that berth holders make arrangements
for re-launch when their booked period is complete. Charges will be
incurred for periods in excess of 10 weeks, non-residents can usually be
accommodated subject to available space. Please contact the Marina
Office for further information. The Marina operates a mobile boat hoist
with a maximum capacity of 12 tonnes. Facilities are
available for the lifting of larger leisure boats up to 70
tonnes by special arrangement with Mustang Marine,
contact them on +44(0) 1646 681117 or visit their
website www.mustangmarine.com.
Insurance
All boats moored at Milford Marina require a valid
insurance policy, with a minimum of third party with
salvage. Please present your insurance certificate to the
Marina Office upon arrival and upon the renewal of your
policy, so we can keep your information up to date.

Keys
If it becomes necessary to move your vessel it will
be towed to an alternative berth, however you may
wish to leave a spare set with us at all times as there
is nothing worse than getting to your boat and
realising you have left your keys at home.
Marina Office
The Marina Office is located on Nelson Quay beneath
Marthas Vineyard Bar and Restaurant and is directly
opposite the main gangway. Staff are happy to help
24 hours a day, 7 days a week; however the office
may be locked for short periods while the duty
berthing master is carrying out
checks and security patrols. Please
be patient or call the number
displayed on the Marina Office door.

Post
There is only limited space to
accept post for berth holders in the
Marina Office and we are not
responsible for any deliveries to
berth holders. If you are expecting
a parcel please let us know. If it is an
exceptionally large parcel we regret
that we cannot sign for it as we
have no facility to safely secure them. There is a post
box in the Tesco supermarket and a post office can
be found in the Spar shop on Charles Street in the
Town Centre.
Pets
Pets are allowed at the Marina provided they are
on a lead while in any public areas. Please be sure
to clean up after them and put any waste in the
bins provided.
Refuse
Bins for general waste and for recycling glass,
plastic and paper are provided behind the Marina
Office for the sole use of berth holders. Please
dispose of waste in the bins provided. If you require
the disposal of waste oil, solvent containers and
rags or batteries please contact the Marina Office,
who will direct you to disposal containers which are
located in the Middle boatyard. When carrying out
work on your boat please do not leave materials on
the walkways or around the site and any spare
materials must be stored securely on your boat. It
is your responsibility to dispose of any scrap wood
or materials and to clear away any mess created.
Security
A 24/7 CCTV surveillance system is in place to
monitor the marina, which is viewed by marina
staff 24/7 and recorded. To maintain the safety of
all berth holders, please cooperate with staff and
report any suspicious activity to the Marina Office

or Police. If you have allowed access to your boat

to anyone else please inform the Marina Office and
ask them to report upon arrival.
Slipway
Slipway use is free of charge for marina customers,
please contact the Marina Office for access. A small
fee is charged for the general public.
Speed Limit
Please respect the 4 knot speed limit within Milford
Docks and then drop to dead slow on your
approach to your berth. Please take great care when
approaching and leaving your mooring to avoid
damage to neighbouring boats or
the pontoons.
Trolleys
Trolleys are available for a 1
deposit. Please be considerate of
other berth holders when taking
the trolleys along the pontoons
and be sure to return them when
you have finished using them,
ensuring all rubbish has been
removed. In the interests of safety,
please do not allow children to
ride in the trolleys.
Toilets and Showers
The toilets and showers are attached to the
Marina Office and are solely for the use of berth
holders, their guests, and marina staff. The toilets
are checked and cleaned regularly. We ask that
you respect them and leave them in the same
state as you would expect to find them. Please
report any damage to the showers and toilets to
the Marina Office. Disabled facilities are located in
the Marina control building. The emptying of
chemical toilets is forbidden in these facilities.
Weather forecast
A weather forecast is displayed in the Marina Office
and on the public notice board in the berth holder
facilities.
Wi-Fi Internet
Wi-Fi internet is provided free of charge for berth
holders. To get your access code please contact the
Marina Office. To avoid a slow system for other
users, please do not download large files.
Water
Every berth has access to a nearby water supply
which provides fresh water. To avoid contamination
please be careful not to allow the end of the hose
to drop into the marina. We also recommend, if
using the water for drinking, that you allow it to run
for a few minutes before collecting it.

These areas are used by sailing schools for

teaching beginners. Proceed with caution

The
Milford
Haven
Waterway

Dead Slow Minimum Wake

Jet Ski/PWC Aquabatics Area
Water-skiing Areas
National Park
Marker Buoys
Castle
Yacht Club
Hotel or Public House
Haven Approach:
West Blockhouse (WBH)
Watwick Beacon (WB) 022(T)
West Channel:
Great Castle Head (GCH)
Little Castle Head (LCH) 040(T)
Main Channel:
Popton and Bullwell beacons
(PP) (BW) in line 095(T) 094(T)
Milford Shelf:
Beacons above
Newton Noyes
(NN) 080(T) 087(T)

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NOTE: Tugwash may

be experienced at the
entrance and in the
west channel whilst
escorting tankers.

Launch Site
Pontoon (Seasonal)
Moorings (Commercial)
Fuel
Leading Lights in the Haven

NOT TO BE USED FOR

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NAVIGATION

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Dead Slow Minimum Wake areas: These

areas are designated for navigational
safety and importance for wildlife. Bays,
creeks and tributaries provide vital
feeding and breeding areas. At low
water most of these areas may dry out
or become very shallow revealing
submerged natural features. The
restriction on speed and wake reduces
disturbance and helps protect wildlife
from swamping or being panicked by
fast moving vessels, and the
environment from damaging effects of
wake and vessel contacts. Operating at
slow speed in these areas also reduces
the possibility of serious injury or
damage and also helps to reduce
conflicts between users and ensures safe
navigation for all.

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Approximate Ferry Times

St. Anns inwards at
1200 hours
Depart Ferry Terminal at 1430 hours
St. Anns inwards at
0000 hours
Depart Ferry Terminal at 0230 hours
Pembroke River navigable
only with great care and
local knowledge.

Pembroke Barrage
To request barrage opening, ring County Hall 01437 764551
Operating times
07:00-19:00 weekdays
09:00-12:00 Saturdays
Please request 72hrs in advance

Safety in
Milford
Marina

At Milford Marina, we are committed

to ensuring the safety of all of our
customers and their possessions.
Safety measures at Milford Marina
include:
Strictly controlled pontoon access
Fixed safety ladders
SOS stations including fire
extinguishers and life buoys
Fully trained first aiders
CCTV

Please familiarise youself with the Safety Ladders

and SOS Points on the diagram opposite.
The Marina Office is manned
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
for your convenience. Weather
forecasts are displayed on the
notice board in the entrance to
the berth holder facilities, along
with Notices to Mariners, which are issued by the Port
of Milford Haven.
Milford Haven Port Control Centre can be contacted on
VHF channel 12 (call sign 'Port Control'). Leisure users are
required to maintain a listen and watch on VHF channel
12 whilst navigating into and out of the Marina, but
overall operational control of the lock is through Pier Head on VHF Ch14.

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General
1. Take care at all times whilst on the pontoons; running is strictly
prohibited
2. Take extra care during cold weather when ice builds up on the pontoons
and can cause an additional hazard
3. Please report any damage or faults to the Marina Office
4. There is a first aid box and a defibrillator in the Marina Office, but we
recommend you having a comprehensive first aid kit aboard your vessel
5. Please be courteous to other marina users and staff at all times
6. Swimming and diving are not permitted in the marina
7. Use of personal watercraft, kayaks and canoes are not permitted in
Milford Docks
Cables and Hoses
1. When using shore power, always ensure that the supply is connected to
the vessel before connecting to, or disconnecting from the electrical socket
2. Be aware of cables and hoses on the walkways
3. Ensure all electric cables are in good condition before use and comply
with I.E.E. standards
4. Ensure all cables and hoses are run safely along the pontoons so as not
to cause a trip hazard
5. Keep all electrical cables clear of the water
6. Due to direction from Pembrokeshire County Council (Port Health
Department), the Marina is no longer in a position to supply hoses;
however water points are available to every berth
Mooring of Boats
1. Approach berths dead slow and provide fenders on starboard and port sides
2. Boats should be secured with fore and aft lines and springs

Safety Ladders
SOS Points
(Firebuoy & Lifebuoy)

3. Please ensure that anchors, anchor rollers,

bowsprits and davits do not overhang pontoons
4. No vessel is to manoeuvre under sail into the lock
or within the confines of Milford Docks & Marina
Children
1. Children under 16 must be supervised at all
times whilst on the premises
2. Ensure that young children and non-swimmers
wear life jackets at all times
Fire Prevention
1. We advise all owners to install a smoke alarm
to reduce the risk of fire
2. All gas installations should be regularly checked
by a qualified gas technician
3. Store a minimum of fuel and combustible
materials on board

2.
3.
4.
5.

In the event of a fire

1. Call the emergency services, dial 999
Stay calm and raise the alarm to others nearby
Vacate the area
Inform the Marina Office on +44 (0)1646 696312 (who will instigate
any further actions necessary).
Tackle the fire only if appropriately trained for the incident at hand
and if it is safe to do so.

Fuelling
1. All fuelling must be carried out at the designated fuelling berth
2. Petrol boats are advised to fuel up river at Lawrenny Yacht Station, or
fuel is available at the nearby Tesco garage for engine mounted
outboard tanks only
3. Please report any spillages to the Marina Office on +44 (0)1646 696312

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The
Environment

Environment
The marina environment interacts very closely with
nature and the environmentally sensitive Haven
waterway. We therefore ask all berth holders to
consider the environment around them.

Wildlife
Please respect the birds and other wildlife that are
present around the marina and in the Haven, making
every effort to avoid interaction and reduce your speed
as you approach so you do not disturb them in
their natural habitat.
Noise
Please keep noise to a minimum to avoid scaring
wildlife and disturbing your fellow berth holders.
This includes actions like not over revving your
engine, playing music quietly and tying down
your halyards.
Litter
Rubbish bins are provided behind the Marina
Office, so please ensure you place all of your
waste here and do not throw anything overboard. Litter spoils
the visual environment of the Marina and also creates problems
for the animals living in the area.

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Spillages
Please ensure you take the utmost care whilst carrying out any
maintenance work on your boat to avoid spillages or drips of
chemicals into the water. Dispose of any used oils or batteries
correctly. Please report any spillages to the Marina Office as soon
as possible in order for it to be contained or cleaned up
immediately. Please do not flush or clean out
bilges in the marina.
The Environment and Conservation
The unspoilt scenic qualities of the upper and
lower reaches of the Milford Haven Waterway
and coastal areas were recognised in 1952
through the designation of the Pembrokeshire
Coast National Park.
Many foreshore sites are designated as Sites of
Scientific Interest and the special quality of the
marine habitats and wildlife found around the Pembrokeshire
islands and coast and within the Milford Haven Waterway are
internationally recognised with the designation of the
Pembrokeshire Marine Special Area of Conservation (SAC).

The Waterway is a wetland of international

importance and is home to one of the most
diverse estuarine communities in the UK. In
spring and summer, the peaceful embayments
and rivers provide breeding habitats and crche
sites for various birds. Wildfowl and wader counts
have observed significant numbers of shelduck,
teal, widgeon, curlew and redshank with
numbers of birds increasing to 25,000 in winter.
A code of conduct exists to help reduce
disturbance to all wildlife from water-based
activities throughout the Waterway and coastal areas. During July
access is restricted to some seal and seabird sites
on island and coastal areas around
Pembrokeshire. For further information on the
Pembrokeshire
Marine
Code,
visit
www.pembrokeshiremarinecode.org.uk and to
find out more about the Pembrokeshire Marine
Special
Area
of
Conservation,
visit
www.PembrokeshireMarineSAC.org.uk.

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Milford
Haven

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Port of
Milford Haven

Local Business
Milford Marina caters for all your boating needs
and more, in one location. This section details
some of the businesses operating on site and
nearby.
Businesses around Milford Marina and Docks
Cafes
Crows Nest
Spinnaker
Portside Deli
Bars and Restaurants
Marthas Vineyard
Bucci Bar
The Harbourmaster
Charlies
Shops
Image by Vanessa
Ladies designer fashion
In House Interiors
Gifts, interiors and crafts
Silverfish
Contemporary jewellery
Itsy Bitsys
Ladies fashion and alterations
Latitude
Gifts and interiors
Meridiem
Toys and gifts
Kadinsky Art
Bespoke framing and prints
Hidden Treasures
Book and gift shop
The Fish Plaice
Fish retailer
Tesco
Supermarket
Boots
Chemist
Peacocks
Family fashion
99p Store
Value home ware and provisions
Pound Stretcher Extra
Value home ware and provisions
Home Bargains
Value home ware and provisions
Hair and beauty
Van Dyks
Salt Boutique
Nu-Yu
Arts and culture
pureART
The Waterfront Gallery
Milford Museum
Miscellaneous
All Pets Vet Care
Veterinary Practice
D-Sign Studio
Signage
Brett Property
Estate Agent
NM Human Resources
Business consultancy
Spot On
Dry cleaning
Physiofit West Wales
Physiotherapy service
Phoenix Bowl
10 pin bowling and adventure play
Milford Haven Library
Library
Milford Haven Tourist Info Centre Visitor information
MJ Motors
Garage

Units 7 & 8 Vanguard House

Units 1 & 2 Sovereign House
Units 5 & 6 Agamemnon House

01646 697147
07854 471489
01646 698985

Cleddau House
Units 7 & 8 Sovereign House
Unit 5 Orion House
The Old Sail Loft, The Docks

01646 697083
01646 692091
01646 695493
01646 690098

Units 4/5/6 Victory House

Units 1 & 2 Vanguard House
Unit 3 Vanguard House
Unit 4 Vanguard House
Unit 4 Sovereign House
Unit 5 Sovereign House
Unit 2 Agamemnon House
Unit 1 Neptune House
The Docks
Havens Head Retail Park
Havens Head Retail Park
Havens Head Retail Park
Havens Head Retail Park
Havens Head Retail Park
Havens Head Retail Park

01646 693463
01646 663952
01646 699333
01646 693287
01646 698759
01646 698759
01646 693017

Unit 2 Victory House

Unit 2 Orion House
Unit 3 Orion House

01646 693463
01646 690500
01646 694113

Unit 6 Vanguard House

The Old Sail Loft, The Docks
The Old Custom House

01646 694591
01646 695699
01646 694496

Old Docks Office

Unit 6 Sovereign House
Unit 1 Orion House
Unit 8 Orion House
Units 1 & 2 Temeraire House
Unit 8 Neptune House
The Docks
Cedar Court
Cedar Court
Havens Head Business Park

01646 663883
01646 690123
01646 663951
01646 468129
01646 697283
01646 693333
01646 690605
01437 771888
01437 771818
01646 694485

01646 692331

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Marine Businesses
Windjammer Marine
www.windjammermarine.co.uk
Marine service centre offering boat repairs and marine engineering.
Windjammer pride themselves on the highest level of customer service
and can undertake any marine repair work no matter how big or small.
A chandlery and engine sales centre is also available in their workshops
in the boat yard.
Milford Marina Boatyard, Milford Marina, Milford Haven,
Pembrokeshire, SA73 3AF +44(0) 01646 699070
Survitec
www.survitec-sd.com
Supply liferafts, lifejackets and survival suits, EPIRBs, pyrotechnics,
lifebuoys, rescue lines, man overboard recovery devices and first aid kits.
Also a major supplier of fibre and wire rope, firefighting products, power
tools and height safety systems and a market leader in lifting equipment
and inspection services.
The Docks, Milford Haven SA73 3AF +44 (0) 1646 602032
Dyfed Electronics
www.dyfedelectronics.co.uk
Dyfed Electronics supply, install and service equipment
from most of the major marine manufactures, from a
large ARPA Radar to the smallest handheld radios in
both the commercial and leisure markets.
Cleddau House, Milford Marina SA73 3AF +44
(0)1646 694572

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Mustang Marine
www.mustangmarine.com
Mustang Marine is a reputable boat builder and
repairer of workboats, pilot boats, passenger and
similar commercial vessels up to 40m in length and has
a jetty, dry dock and slipway amenities, specialist machining and pump
repair facilities, as well as comprehensively equipped workshops.
Lifting capacity is up to 70 tonnes and the dry dock can accommodate
boats up to 120m in length with a maximum beam of 21m.
The Docks, Milford Haven SA73 3AF
+44(0)1646 696320
Stephen Ratsey Sailmakers
www.ratseys.co.uk
Offer a wide range of products and services for boat owners with specialist
departments for sailmaking, covermaking, upholstery and rigging.
8 Brunel Quay, Neyland, Milford Haven SA73 1PY
+44 (0)1646 601561
McNeil Marine Surveying
www.mcneilmarine.com
Surveys and investigations for the boat owner, boat buyer, insurer and
the marine sector at competitive rates throughout the UK.
+44 (0)1554 833 233 or +44 (0)7772 333720

Things to do On Site
Waterfront Gallery
www.thewaterfrontgallery.co.uk
This not for profit, volunteer led unique 3,000 sq
foot space showcases the best artists and craft
workers in west Wales.
Milford Museum
www.milford-haven-museum.wales.info
Housed in the old Whale Oil Store, one of the
oldest buildings in Milford Haven, the Museum
collection reflects all aspects of the
town's history, but focuses
particularly on its maritime past.
Marina Retail
www.milfordmarina.com
A variety of shops, cafs, bars and
restaurants are clustered around
the marina basin, with plenty of
options for visitors to relax.

Fishing Trips
www.whitewatercharters.co.uk
Sport fishing boat charter from Milford Marina. Go
fishing for cod, bass, pollack, plaice, conger eels,
rays, smoothhounds, tope and sharks, or enjoy
wildlife trips off the coast of South and West Wales.
Phoenix Bowl and Pirate Petes Adventure Play
www.phoenixbowl.co.uk
Phoenix Bowl is a ten lane 10 pin bowling centre,
offering fun for everyone. Pirate
Petes Adventure play is all about
providing non-stop fun for
youngsters and a relaxing time for
parents.

Off Site
Milford Haven Leisure Centre
www.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/leisure
A modern facility catering for
multiple sport and fitness activities
including classes, swimming pool,
sauna, steam rooms and a
comprehensive gym.
Torch Theatre, Milford Haven
www.torchtheatre.co.uk
A modern theatre, cinema and
dance studio offering performing
arts and film. All day caf, bar and evening meals
available.
Pembrokeshire Coast National Park and Path
www.pembrokeshirecoast.org.uk
The UKs only coastal National Park, offering some
of the best coastal views in Britain and home to the
Pembrokeshire Coast Path.
The Park covers 258 miles of coastline, including a
coastal track of 187 miles and nationally significant
nature and heritage areas. On the waterway, Park
areas include; Dale, Angle, Sandy Haven, Lawrenny,
Black Tar, Cresswell Quay, Carew, Landshipping,
Blackpool Mill and Canaston Bridge; as well as the
offshore islands of Skokholm, Skomer, Gateholm
and Grassholm. You are likely to see grey seals,
dolphins and porpoises. Seabirds will be nesting
during July. Please enjoy our National Park while
respecting the habitats and inhabitants.

Milford Haven Golf Club

www.mhgc.co.uk
18 holes of parkland with the
Haven Waterway just to the side.
Transport
Local taxi
Call a Cab
Jocks Taxis
Parry GRV

firms:
+44 (0)1646 697 385
+44 (0)1646 698 818
+44 (0)1646 600 642

Bus:
Bus services operate from Milford Haven to St
Davids, Haverfordwest and Pembroke Dock
stopping regularly along the routes. In addition,
local bus services travel along the Pembrokeshire
Coastal Path. The nearest bus stop is at Tesco.
Travel Line Cymru
+44 (0)871 200 2233
Trains:
The usual service pattern is one train every two
hours to Manchester Piccadilly via Carmarthen,
Swansea, Bridgend, Cardiff Central, Hereford,
Shrewsbury, Crewe and Stockport. Journey times
are approximately 2 hours 50 minutes to Cardiff
Central and 6 hours to Manchester Piccadilly.
Milford Travel Agency
National Rail Enquiries

+44 (0)1646 693 460

+44 (0)8457 484 950

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Useful phone numbers:

Tourist information

+44(0)1646 690 866

Milford Haven Police

+44(0)845 330 2000

Withybush Hospital

+44(0)1437 764 545

Port of Milford Haven

+44(0)1646 696 100

Coastguard

+44(0)1646 690 909

Customs & Excise Action Line +44(0)800 595 000

Environment Agency

+44(0)870 850 6506

Yacht Clubs

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Pembrokeshire Yacht Club

www.pembsyachtclub.org.uk
Pembrokeshire Yacht Club is situated on the
Milford Haven Waterway at Gelliswick and offers
launch and storage facilities for a variety of
watersports including cruiser and dinghy racing,
sub-aqua, longboat rowing and angling as well as
boat storage facilities. The clubhouse has a
comfortable lounge bar, changing and shower
areas, function room and kitchens with ample
private car parking and there is good anchorage.
Bar opens Monday - Friday from 18:00, on
Saturday and Sunday between 12:00 and 17:00
and from 19:00. From Milford Haven Town keep
on the Hakin Road, turn left and follow Gelliswick
Road to the Waterway.
T: +44 (0)1646 692799
E: enquiries@pembsyachtclub.org.uk
Dale Yacht Club www.daleyc.co.uk
On the waterfront in Dale overlooking a sheltered
bay. They have a bar and restaurant available to the
public. Water access is via a pontoon. Take B4327
to Dale and continue south along the waterfront
to the end of the road. Bar and restaurant open
from 19:00. Please book for meals.
T: +44 (0)1646 636362 E: info@daleyc.co.uk
Neyland Yacht Club
www.neylandyachtclub.org.uk
Follow B4325 through Neyland Town to the
Promenade. Water access is via NYC pontoon. The
club has a bar and restaurant with magnificent
views of the Waterway. Bar and Restaurant open
daily at 18:00. Booking advisable.
T: +44 (0)1646 600267 / 695588
E: neylandyc@googlemail.com
Pembroke Haven Yacht Club, Pembroke Dock
www.phyc.co.uk
Situated close to Cleddau Bridge at Hobbs Point,
Pier Road, Pembroke Dock, Pembrokeshire SA72
6TR. The club has stunning views over the
Waterway. Turn into Pier Road at the Criterion

Corner roundabout off A4139. Water access via

Hobbs Point pontoon or ramp. The bar is open
Saturday & Sunday 14.00 to 19.00 Wednesday,
Thursday & Friday 17.00 to 22.00. Showers are
available whilst the bar is open.
T: +44 (0)1646 684403
E: phyc@pembrokehavenyc.plus.com

Charter Companies on
the Milford Haven
Waterway
For families and friends who would like to
accompany you on parts of your sailing
programme:
Broadside Boat Charter
T: +44 (0)1646 636492
M: +44 (0)7768 935681
E: boats@broadsidedale.co.uk
Cartlett Lady Boat Company & Charters
T: +44 (0)1437 763904 (daytime)
or +44 (0)1437 890691 (evening)
Celtic Wildcat boat charters, fishing and diving.
T: +44 (0)1646 600313 or
+44 (0)7970 540940
E: celticcharter@aol.com
Cleddau King Boat Charters
M: +44 (0)8707 774 544
Hobbs Point Charters
T: +44 (0)1646 689056
M: +44 (0)7979 764245
Pembrokeshire Boat Charters
M: +44 (0)797 494 6578
E: magic@pembrokeshireboatcharters.com
Rudders Boatyard
T: +44 (0)1646 600288
E: info@ruddersboatyard.co.uk
W: www.ruddersboatyard.co.uk
Solva Boat Trips
T: +44 (0)1437 720053
M: +44 (0)7875 156902
E: boattrips@solva.net
W: www.solva.net/boattrips
Welsh Sailing Venture are a charitable
organisation that charter a 31ft catamaran. They
offer a service for disabled people and carers.
Contact Julie Berrow or Trevor Wanmer.
T: +44 (0) 1267 241825 or +44 (0)1559 370963
E: sealegs@welshsailingventure.org.uk
W: www.welshsailingventure.btik.com

Milford
Haven

Many famous people have been moved to praise the Milford

Haven Waterway. William Shakespeare was so inspired by its
beauty he used it as one of the settings in his
play Cymbeline, Admiral Lord Nelson
called it one of the greatest harbours
in the world in 1802 and Daniel Defoe
described it as one of the best inlets
of water in Britain.
The Milford Haven Waterway is one
of the deepest natural harbours in
the world, formed by a Ria or drowned valley
flooded at the end of the last Ice Age. The
Pembroke River and the Daugleddau estuary
converge and wind west to the Irish Sea,
forming 22 miles of spectacular waterway.
Parts of the Haven are within the
Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, the
UKs only coastal National Park. Along
the waterway there are various sites
designated as Special Areas of
Conservations and Sites of Special
Scientific Interest (see Conservation
and Environment).

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...how far it is to this same blessed

Milford: and by the way tell me how
Wales was made so happy as to inherit
such a haven...
Cymbeline Act 3, Scene 2, (1611), Shakespeare

Early history
From the 790s until the Norman Invasion in 1066, the waterway was used
by Vikings looking for shelter. During one visit in 854, the Viking Chieftain
Hubba wintered in the Haven with 23 ships, his name later being used
for the Milford Haven district of Hubberston.
In 1171 Henry II started his Irish expedition from the area. His army of
400 warships, 500 knights and 4,000 men-at-arms gathered in the haven
before sailing to Waterford and on to Dublin. This expedition marked the
first time an English king had stood on Irish soil and was the beginning of
Henry's invasion of Ireland.
The town of Milford Haven on the Northern bank was
first founded as a whaling centre and then developed
in 1790 by Sir William Hamilton. Situated on the
Southern bank, Pembroke Dock was established in 1802
as the site for a new Royal Naval Dockyard. Both towns
have experienced a history of shipbuilding and fishing
as railheads and terminals. The towns created
concentrated trading that had previously carried out at
up-river quays, jetties and landing places.

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By the late 18th Century, the two Milford Haven creeks

of Hakin and Castle Pill, were being used as harbours
for ships to load and unload coal, corn and limestone.
Small ports up river such as Pennar, Lawrenny, Landshipping and
Cosheston served the coal mines of the Pembrokeshire Coalfield and also
the large limestone quarries at West Williamston. These ports continued
to work through the 19th century by changing to using
barges to transship cargoes down river to the new
generation of larger vessels using Pembroke Dock and
Milford.
In the late 19th Century, concerns about the potential
threat posed by the French Navy prompted the
construction of a number of Palmerston Forts at various
strategically important coastal sites, including Milford
Haven. These, although unused, can still be seen today.
Milford Haven also became home to a thriving and
important fishing port in the 19th Century. On 27th
September 1888, the steam trawler Sybil was the first
vessel to enter Milford Docks. Trawler owners from all around the British coast
were quick to spot the advantages of fishing from Milford, the most important
of which were: proximity to good fishing grounds, a sheltered anchorage and
direct rail links to London and other centres where the fish could be marketed.
Throughout the first half of the 20th Century, Milford residents boasted
that each weekday was a payday, as the fishermen were
noted for spending their hard earned income. Even
through the years of the Great Depression of the 1920s
and 30s Milford sustained its busy and bustling quay
side atmosphere.
The late 20th Century brought the jetties, oil terminals and
shore processing facilities of the oil and power industries.
The first oil terminal and oil refinery was opened in 1960.
Milford Museum is housed in one of the oldest buildings
in the town, which was originally built for the storage of
whale oil awaiting trans-shipment for sale in London.

The Museum documents events that have been instrumental to the way
in which the people, industries and fortunes of the town have evolved.
Opening Times: Easter - October.
Monday - Saturday 11.00am - 5.00pm
Sunday 12.00pm - 5.00pm and Bank Holidays and school holidays.
Parties accommodated at any time, by appointment.
Admission Charges
Adults: 2.00, Children (15 & Under) and Senior Citizens: 1.50
Family Ticket: 5.00 Reductions for group visits booked in advance.
Milford Museum, The Old Custom House, The Docks, Milford Haven
Tel: 01646 694496
Modern day Milford
Milford Haven is the largest port in Wales, and the third
largest port in the UK. The Port of Milford Haven is
responsible for the 22 miles of waterway, Milford Docks,
Milford Marina and Pembroke Port and Ferry Terminal.
The port is a Trust Port - an independent, commercially
run organisation and has a statutory responsibility
governed by its Acts, to maintain and improve
navigation and the provision of Port and Harbour
services and facilities.
In accordance with the guidance set out by government
for all trust ports, profits are retained to support the long
term viability of the port for future generations. Additionally, the Port regularly
provides significant support to a wide variety of local projects, charities, clubs
and third sector organisations as part of its stakeholder benefit.
Milford Haven town
Milford Haven is the second largest settlement in Pembrokeshire; with a
population of 13,100. Today the Port of Milford Haven is the third largest
in the UK in terms of tonnage.
Power generation
With deep waters and westerly position, the Milford Haven Waterway is
ideal for energy industries and for the emerging renewable energy industry.
There are currently two oil refineries in operation Valero on the South
side and Murco on the North.
Milford Haven is also home to two LNG terminals South Hook LNG and
Dragon LNG - which have capacity to supply up to 30% of the UKs gas
requirements.
20% of the UKs energy is now being handled through
the Port.
The Milford Haven Waterway has been declared an
Enterprise Zone by the Welsh government, due to its
importance to the energy sector.
The Milford Haven Waterway is sited next to some of
the best wave and tidal resource in the UK and with its
existing infrastructure and facilities, it is hoped that the
area will be able to support marine renewable power
generation.
Cruise terminal
The Port of Milford Haven started promoting Pembrokeshire as a cruise
destination in 2003 and passenger numbers have steadily increased.

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Cruising
Waters

The Milford Haven Waterway is located in a National Park

surrounded by some of the most amazing scenery in the UK.
Pembrokeshire provides a wealth of activities from ancient
castle tours to diverse watersports. This section of the
handbook describes some of the activities based at the marina
and around Milford Haven town.
Many other activities and exciting days out exist
around Pembrokeshire. Go to Visit Pembrokeshire at
www.visitpembrokeshire.com for more information.

Milford Marina is a well sheltered hub to a varied and extensive cruising

ground, with options to suit all ranges of experience from the novice to
the blue water sailor. Support facilities are excellent with good road and
rail links making crew changes easy. A number of pilot books cover the
immediate and extended areas, enabling skippers to exercise their
responsibilities in selecting passages and destinations appropriate to their
boat and background.
The tidal flows in the area deserve particular respect and weather
conditions should be considered prior to departure. Some options for a
visit are given here with their approximate distance from Milford Marina.
Exploring the Milford Haven Waterway
The Waterway has a long maritime history that links communities, boat
building, fishing, invasions, farming, industry, trade, pirates, long rocky
reefs, wildlife and nature reserves. We hope you will enjoy exploring it.

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Island Sanctuaries: The islands of Skomer and Skokholm lie just off
West Dale. Both of these marine nature reserves are populated by seabird colonies, grey seals and dolphins. Together, Skomer and Skokholm
have the largest colony of Manx Shearwaters in the
world. Visit www.welshwildlife.org
St Anns Head Lighthouse: A beacon has marked the
entrance to Milford Haven from at least 1590, standing
witness to sea trade, invasions, fishermen and ferries. A
lighthouse was built as two towers in 1714, with the
current tower being rebuilt in 1841. Defensive
blockhouses to repel invaders and protect industry were
constructed on either side of the heads of the waterway
in 1580. Other Forts were added in the 19th Century
including Thorn Island, Stack Fort and Chapel Bay Fort.
Dale: The Port of Dale was one of the busiest trading
ports on this coast from the 16th to the 20th Century, exporting ale
produced in the village, as well as general cargoes. As a safe haven and
anchorage, it is very popular with leisure craft. Dale has a pontoon, small
shop, Yacht Club, a watersports centre and pub, The Griffin. Visit
www.dalevillage.co.uk.
Angle: As the home of the local lifeboat since 1868, Angle has a long
seafaring history. Over 300 lives have been saved since that time. The
picturesque village has a small shop, a village hall, a school and two public
houses. One lies in the heart of the village, the Hibernia Inn and one at
East Angle Bay, the Point House which dates back to the 16th Century.
The Point House, dating from 16th Century, is known to have harboured
a well-known pirate, John Callice. With the help of information from the
landlord (also a Customs Officer), he plundered ships and cargo, sharing
proceeds with the landlord and also the Earl of Pembroke.

Sandy Haven: In days gone by, Captain Henry Beer ran a small fleet of
coastal traders. At low tide, this inlet dries out, revealing evidence of some
of the boat remains.
Milford Haven: The town of Milford Haven is home to Milford Docks,
constructed as a Naval Yard in the 18th Century. As the shipbuilding
industry declined, Milford Docks became the centre for a large fishing
fleet. Today the Dock is home to Milford Marina and still used by trawlers
and offers ship repairing facilities in its dry dock. Visit
www.milfordhaven.info
Hubberston Point: Is named after a Viking Chieftain,
Hubba, who over wintered in the Haven in 877. There
was a period of Viking raids and occupation, between
850 and 1100. Norse names such as Skomer,
Skokholm, Ramsey, Solva, Freystrop and Hasguard
Cross remain as evidence. Some Pembrokeshire
families, through the bloodline, have links to
Scandinavia.
Llandstadwell/Hazelbeach: Two miles from
Neyland Marina on the Northern Shore is Llanstadwell.
Between the 17th and 19th Century, small cargo ships
transferred coal, grain, culm and limestone to horses and carts for local
delivery. The Church dedicated to St Tudwal was built in the 13th Century
and was visited by King Richard 11 on his way to Ireland. Half a mile on
is Hazelbeach which has access by pontoon to the Ferry Inn pub.
Neyland: The birth place of engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel, the
railway built from Haverfordwest to Neyland in the 1850s saw this village
grow into a bustling prosperous town and hub of trade and
communication. Today, Neyland is home to a 420 berth marina, a yacht
club with refuelling facilities (Marine Diesel), boat yard and chandlery as
well as a caf and restaurant. Visit www.neyland.org.uk.

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Pembroke: The town of Pembroke is surrounded by

the Pembroke Castle wall and moat. Still largely intact,
the castle has a fascinating history, with an inner bailey
built in 1093, it was birthplace of Henry Tudor 1457
and has survived many attacks. At the foot of the castle
and in the centre of the Town, is South Quay,
traditionally used by trading vessels it now hosts a
variety of events. The annual Pembroke Festival which
celebrates the towns history and culture takes place at
the beginning of July. While in Pembroke Pool, there is
access to fuel (petrol station) and provisions. Visit
www.pembroketownguide.co.uk.
Pembroke Dock: In 1814, the Admiralty established the Royal
Dockyard. A number of notable warships were built in the Dockyard
which later became the largest flying-boat station in the world. Today, a
Mark I version remains on the seabed between Pembroke Dock and
Neyland. The history and future plans for raising the flying boat can be
explored in the Flying Boat Interpretation Centre which is situated in the
former Royal Dockyard, visit www.thedock.org.uk.
Burton: The location of several small shipyards during 18th and 19th
Centuries and large timber jetty. The shipyards included Deans Shipyard
which amongst a dozen other ships, built the two masted schooner,
Fanny Ann. The Royal Navys first iron warship HMS Warrior also lay
opposite Burton for many years. It has now undergone major restoration
and is berthed at Portsmouth. Today, Burton still has a boat yard situated
next to a public house, the Jolly Sailor which can be accessed by pontoon
in the summer season.

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East Llanion/Cosheston Pill: Lies opposite Burton Point and

Cosheston Point. For many years, the ruins of the Royal Navys first iron
warship, the HMS Warrior, lay nearby. Today, the Princes Trust runs the
Pembrokeshire Adventure Centre (PAC) from here. The PAC is an
accredited RYA training centre, offers accommodation and has a caf, a
boat yard nearby and access to deep water on all tides. The town of
Pembroke Dock is in close proximity.
Williamston Pill: was an extensive limestone quarry, from the 16th
Century. The stone was shipped down stream for fortifications. It was also
burnt, for agriculture and building materials, in the numerous kilns up
and down the waterway.
Cresswell: Cantons shipyard was based on the
southern shore of Cresswell Quay, opposite Lawrenny
in the 1840s. Shipwright Thomas Howell also built ships
on these shores and went on to set up a factory
producing chemicals for explosives. Coal was barged to
Cresswell Quay, where it was loaded on to larger vessels
and delivered to ports on the Bristol Channel. Hear all
about the history in the one hundred year old pub, the
Cresselly Arms which is very much at the heart of the
local community.
Carew: The village of Carew is home to Carew Castle
and Mill which dates back to the 11th Century. Trade between Carew and
Newfoundland is recorded as early as 1566 on the barque Perrot. A tidal
mill and dam was constructed by French prisoners, during the Napoleonic
wars. The outgoing tide powered the wheel, driving the mill and there
was sufficient water at high tide for vessels to deliver corn and load flour.

Now, the Castle and Mill are maintained by Pembrokeshire Coast National
Park Authority. Carew has a public house and restaurant, the Carew Inn.
Llangwm: Pleasantly situated on the Western bank, Llangwm has a long
history of fishing on the waterway. Traditionally, fishermen caught bass,
herring, mullet, salmon and sewin from small tarred boats. They also
harvested cockles and mussels which women sold at local markets. There
are records of kelpers kilns at Black Tar and of a small anthracite mine,
used for fuelling domestic fires and lime kilns. As in the Victorian era, Black
Tar is still a main focus on the upper reaches of the
waterway for river use and walks. The village of
Llangwm has a pub, The Cottage Inn, shop and
waterway access via slip, visit www.llangwmvillages.org.uk
Lawrenny: Once a busy port, Lawrenny Quay was
home to ferries transporting lime to Cosheston and
Rhoose Ferry. Now, Lawrenny is very popular with
leisure craft. It has a pub, the Lawrenny Arms (or
Doghouse as affectionately termed by generations of
local people), with a public pontoon, award winning
Quayside Tearooms and Lawrenny Yacht Station with a
re-fuelling facility (petrol and diesel) and its own pontoon access. Visit
www.lawrennyvillage.co.uk.
Coedcanlas: Set on the eastern shore of the Daugleddau estuary,
Coedcanlas means Cynlas's Wood. It was once important for export of
limestone and was linked with a ferry to Llangwm.
Landshipping: Once at the centre of the area's coal-mining industry,
this small riverside hamlet is located opposite Picton Castle. There is a
village slipway which can be accessed by small boat or canoe. Here, the
waterway splits into the Eastern Cleddau, leading to Canaston and the
Western Cleddau, leading to Haverfordwest. In the 19th Century deep
coalmining shafts were worked under the river, 42 workers lost their life
when the shaft caved in. There is a memorial close to the waterway. Two
of the miners, Gloucester men Ormond and Edwards, introduced
compass netting to the river. During the 19th Century up to a hundred
men from Llangwm to Hook were fishing commercially
in this way. Today as few as 8 men continue with this
method in the last Compass net Fishery in Britain.
Picton Castle: Has remained in the Philipps family
since 1420. Ketches carried grain up to Blackpool Mill
(intact but no longer working) past Slebech Hall and
past islands marking the final resting place of the
Knights Templar.
Hook: Anthracite coal was mined here for centuries,
transported by lighters and coasters barge or small
coastal steamers to transfer their loads to larger vessels
at Llangwm. The last mine closed in 1952.
Haverfordwest: The Port of Haverfordwest is steeped in seafaring
tradition. Trade of general cargo to and from the Port is recorded back to
the 14th Century, with particularly strong links with Bristol. 2010 was the
900th anniversary of Haverfordwest. For more information on the Town
visit www.haverfordwesttown.co.uk. Access by water takes you into the
heart of the town and local pub, the Bristol Trader can be accessed by
slip. Haverfordwest grew to be a bustling European trading port in the in

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the 16th and 17th centuries. Trade out included;

wool, hide, corn, coal, culm Welsh cloth and fish.
Trade in included; leather, textiles, food, hardware,
wine, oil, flour, fruit and iron. Ship Street (now
known as Quay Street) was alive with sailors and
trade, warehouses and lodging houses. The town
charter includes the right to appoint a Mayor who
can act as the Admiral of the Port of Haverfordwest.
Beating of the Bounds is an annual ceremony in
which the Mayor is escorted on the waterway to
the Bristol Trader Inn where, as the Admiral of the
Port, they receive a traditional gift of apples.
Rudders Boat Yard Accessible at all states of tide
- 5.2nm, deep water swinging mooring
Lawrenny Yacht Station Accessible at all states
of tide - 6.2nm, deep water swinging mooring
Jolly Sailor Public Jetty Drying berth - 4.4nm,
pontoon
West and East Cleddau Rivers Accessible in
small boats and dinghies at high tides
Pembroke Millpond Accessible at high water 5nm, deep water swinging (please check barrage
opening times with Pembrokeshire County Council
on +44 (01437) 764551 as up to 72hr notice may
be required)

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Angle Bay Accessible at high tide - 2nm, drying

anchorage
Sandy Haven Bay Accessible at all states of tide 3.6nm, deep water anchorage or drying anchorage
further in to bay
Dale Accessible at all states of tide - 4.5nm, deep
water anchorage or drying anchorage further in to
bay
Neyland Marina Accessible at all states of tide 4nm, deep water marina berths
Solva Bay Accessible at high tide (deep water pool
accessible at all states of tide) - 22nm, drying
anchorage or pick up buoy, limited space in deep
water pool anchorage.
Fishguard Accessible at all states of tide - 45nm,
deep water swinging mooring
Saundersfoot Accessible at high water - 30nm,
drying swinging marina berths
Tenby Accessible at high water - 26nm, drying
swinging marina berths

Aberaeron Accessible at most states of tide 68nm, deep water marina berths
Port Cardigan Accessible at high tide - 55nm,
drying swinging mooring or drying anchorage
Aberystwyth Accessible at most states of tide 80nm, deep water marina berths
New Quay Accessible at high water - 65nm,
drying harbour swinging mooring
Burry Port Accessible at high tide - 41nm, deep
water marina berths
Carmarthen Bay Accessible at all states of tide 35nm, deep water anchorage
Swansea Accessible at all states of tide - 55nm,
deep water marina berths
Cardiff Accessible at all states of tide - 85nm,
deep water marina berths
Ilfracombe Accessible at high tide - 52nm,
drying marina berths
Watchet Accessible at high water - 80nm, deep
water marina berths
Further afield For the more experienced and
adventurous there is great scope.
Going south, the Isles of Scilly (120nm) are a
beautiful stepping stone to the English Channel or
across to France with Ushant 105nm further on.
Looking west, Ireland is in easy reach with Dublin
(123nm) and Kilmore Quay (72nm).
Going north beyond Anglesey opens up the
spectacular Scottish coastline and islands.
Finally, going blue water, Milford Marina continues
to provide a favoured arrival or departure point for
transatlantic sailors who appreciate the
comprehensive support services and good travel
links available in Milford Haven.
When navigating outside of the Milford Haven
Waterway, please be mindful of the Castlemartin
and Aberporth firing ranges. Details and firing
times can be found on our website under Safety
or contact: Castlemartin Range Control on VHF
Channel 16 or +44(0)1646 662367 and
Aberporth Range Control on VHF Channel 16 or
+44(0)1239 813480.

Lower Overheads
and Lovely Neighbours

Thinking of relocating your business? Lower

overheads, stress free journeys to work, some of the
UKs finest beaches, beautiful countryside, lower house
prices and excellent schools sound good to you?
Then move your business to Pembrokeshire and
benefit from:

Affordable lettings
Flexible terms
Established business networks
Good data connections
Skilled local workforce

Within our extensive portfolio we have a number of

large-scale industrial warehouses and workshops,
modern contemporary office suites and traditional
Georgian-style offices as well as a selection of residential
properties, all within close proximity to the Port.
The area also benefits from Enterprise Zone Status
offering incentives from Welsh Government.
Call us today on 01646 696380
or email: enquiries@quaysideestates.co.uk
View all available properties on our website
www.quaysideestates.co.uk
Quayside Estates, Suite 4B, Cedar Court, Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire SA73 3LS
Tel: 01646 696380 Fax: 01646 696381 Email: enquiries@quaysideestates.co.uk
www.quaysideestates.co.uk
Quayside Estates is owned and operated by the Port of Milford Haven

A Pembrokeshire welcome
at great value prices

Get to us and your

boat quickly through
fast, uncongested
road networks
Cardiff
Bristol
Liverpool
Birmingham
London

104 miles
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194 miles
210 miles
250 miles

Use Milford Marina as a destination on your voyage

from Ireland, Scotland or the English South Coast.
Cruise the open seas and the Pembrokeshire Islands
or the sheltered waterway.
With a full complement of marine facilities and services
right on site.
Milford Marina - making the most of your leisure time.

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