Marina Handbook 2013

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Handbook

explore the fabulousPembrokeshire coastline

and islands

enjoy 22 miles of tranquil waterway

Milford Marina...your perfect base

discover the rarest

wildlifebrowse and relax


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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!

a lifejacket only

works if it’s worn

Gorsewood Drive, Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire SA73 3ER

Tel: 01646 696100 Fax: 01646 696125

Email: [email protected]

www.mhpa.co.uk


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Welcome 2

Meet the team 3

Accessing the Marina 4

Important information 6

Marina map 9

The Waterway 10

Safety in Milford Marina 12

Environment 14

Milford Haven street plan 16

Local businesses 17

Heritage 21

Cruising waters 24

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Welcome to theMilford Marina Handbook

Thank you for your interest in Milford Marina. This handbook isdesigned to provide you with all of the information you need tomaximise enjoyment during your stay. It holds information aboutour facilities and the many attractions within close proximity and inthe surrounding area.

Milford Marina, owned and operated by the Port of Milford Haven, is located on the picturesque MilfordHaven Waterway in Pembrokeshire and offers muchmore than just a mooring location. With 22 miles of

navigable waterway to explore andenvironmentally important areas inboth the waterway and around theislands, Milford Haven offerswaterborne activities for all conditions.

To support your leisure activity, theMarina offers comprehensive servicesto meet all your needs. Customers have access to awide variety of associated services, including boattransport, hoisting, refuelling, hard storage, laundryservices, free Wi-Fi access and quality shower andtoilet facilities. This is reflected in the 4 gold anchors

awarded to us by the Yacht Harbour Association and the ICOMIAClean 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, secureand well maintained all year round. We are constantly looking toenhance our facilities and welcome your feedback to enable us todevelop a marina you can be proud of. Submit your commentsusing 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 thePort of Milford Haven we look forward to delivering a quality servicethat encourages you to return time and time again.

Kevin Hobbs, Short Sea Director, Port of Milford Haven

Version 2 published April 2013


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Eira GriffithsMarina Coordinator

David ClarkMarina Chargehand

Dave BarrettMarina Operative

John DaviesMarina Operative

Daniel DevineMarina Operative

Andreas FilzMarina Operative

Neal Hotchkiss

Marina Operative

Kevin John

Marina Operative

John SmithMarina Operative

Julie Turner Marina & Docks Administrator

Tony PakulaMarina Operative

Ryan Jones

Marina Operative

MeettheTeam


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Milford Marina51o42.25N 05o02.02WStandard Port - Milford Haven (-0500 Dover)

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

For information on the Milford Haven Waterway, refer to theLeisure User Guide. Milford Haven Port Control Centre can be

contacted on VHF channel 12 (call sign 'Port Control'). All vessels witha LOA of 20m and over must report to Port Control as requiredby the Port of Milford Haven General Directions.

All traffic using the lock is controlled by the Pier Head staff and it isessential 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 beallocated a berth.

Approaching the LockBy day, look for the buoyed channel on your port side when approachingMilford Marina from St Ann’s Head and line up white circular daymarksattached to the wall below Lord Nelson Hotel. By night, look for leadinglights at 348º fixed blue in line with fixed blue. Minimum depth of approach channel is 0.9m.

Access to the dock basin is via theentrance lock.

During the 'freeflow' period - whichoperates two hours before high water - up

until high water, vessels are able to movethrough the lock in both directions,subject to clearance from Pier Head.Locking information is available fromMarina Control. Whilst every effort is madeto adhere to the published lock times,operational requirements, severe weather and/or planned maintenance may affectthe programme. The frequency of lockingsincreases during the main season. Allow atleast half an hour for sluicing.

All traffic using the lock is controlled bythe Pier Head staff and it is essential thatthey are contacted via VHF Channel 14(call sign ‘Pier Head’) before leaving theberth or entering the dock basin.

During all lock operations, vessels mustmoor alongside the pontoon/fendersprovided, as directed by the duty lockkeeper.

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 thepontoon is full, then it may be necessary to raft up, so fenders arerecommended on both sides of your vessel. All the vessels in the lock areto 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.

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All outbound locks must be booked a minimum of onehour in advance through Marina Control (+44 (0)1646696312 or VHF Ch37), other than freeflow when Pier Head can be contacted directly on VHF Ch14. Berthholders are requested to remain on their berth untilPier 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 fromthe Marina Office or the website for full breakdownof locking times.

A holding pontoon called the Mackerel Stage liesimmediately East outside the lock with 1.5m of water at chart datum for awaiting next lock operation. TheMackerel Stage should only be approached from theDock channel due to obstructions at the eastern end.This is a holding pontoon only and vessels shouldNOT be left unattended. Space should remain for

pick up and drop off of passengers.

The Mackerel Stage is exposed to southerly winds andpassing boats can cause wake. The Mackerel Stage isremoved for maintenance during winter months(approx mid October to beginning of April). Beaware that the metal structured pontoon(directly to the west of the Mackerel Stage) is

reserved for commercial fishing vessels only.Local Weather Information1. Milford Haven Coastguard can be contacted on

VHF Channel 16

2. Inshore weather forecast transmitted byCoastguard at 0750, repeated three hourly and1950, repeated three hourly. Strong wind and galewarnings are transmitted as soon as they have beenreceived and on subsequent three hour forecasts

FREEFLOW

ACCESS LOCK

EXIT LOCK

MITREGATES

MITRE GATESOPEN

CAISSON GATEOPEN

MITRE GATESOPEN

CAISSON GATECLOSED

MITRE GATES CLOSE AT SPECIFIED ‘ACCESS’ TIME SLUICE OPENS

SLUICE OPENS

CAISSON GATEOPENS

WATER IN LOCK EQUALS DOCK LEVEL VESSELS IN LOCK ENTER DOCK/MARINA

VESSELS WISHING TO EXIT ENTER THE LOCK

VESSELS AWAITING ENTRY TODOCK/MARINA BERTH IN LOCK

CAISSON GATE CLOSES

AT SPECIFIED ‘EXIT’ TIME

MITRE GATESOPENS

VESSELS EXIT LOCK

CAISSONGATE

DOCK / MARINAHAVEN

DOCK / MARINAHAVEN

DOCK / MARINAHAVEN

DOCK / MARINAHAVEN

DOCK / MARINAHAVEN

DOCK / MARINAHAVEN

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BerthsBoat owners are assigned specific berths. Please note that itmay be necessary to occasionally move your vessel for maintenance work to the pontoons. For this reason and toaccommodate 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 allocateda berth on arrival. Please then report to theMarina Office immediately to completepaperwork and receive security codes.

Car ParkingFree 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, pleaserequest permission from the Marina Office so they candesignate an area away from any planned events.Please keep the Promenade, main roadway andoperations in the boatyard free from obstructions. All

vehicles and contents are left on site at the owner’s risk.ContractorsPlease inform the Marina Office of any contractorsworking on your boat. They must report to the MarinaOffice upon arrival and provide a copy of their fullycomprehensive liability insurance. Without these detailsthey will not be issued with a permit to work on your boat.

ElectricityElectricity (240V/16A) is supplied to all berths viametered connections. Meters are available to purchaseor 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 haveany trouble locating a vacant socket, please contact the Marina Office.

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FuelThe fuel berth is kept clear for fuelling only. Diesel is available by prior arrangement through the Marina Office. Diesel must be paid for beforeleaving the Dock. When fuelling please take care and report any spillagesto the Marina Office immediately. Boat owners are obliged by law tocomplete 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 Sailingat Neyland Yacht Haven (call +44 (0)1646 603110) or at Lawrenny YachtStation (+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 hardstorage per year. We ask that customers inform the marina staff of required dates as early as possible to ensure that your hard space can bebooked. We work on a first come first served basis as space is at apremium. 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 beaccommodated subject to available space. Please contact the MarinaOffice for further information. The Marina operates a mobile boat hoist

with a maximum capacity of 12 tonnes. Facilities areavailable for the lifting of larger leisure boats up to 70tonnes 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 validinsurance policy, with a minimum of third party withsalvage. Please present your insurance certificate to theMarina Office upon arrival and upon the renewal of your policy, so we can keep your information up to date.


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KeysIf it becomes necessary to move your vessel it willbe towed to an alternative berth, however you maywish to leave a spare set with us at all times as thereis nothing worse than getting to your boat andrealising you have left your keys at home.

Marina Office

The Marina Office is located on Nelson Quay beneathMartha’s Vineyard Bar and Restaurant and is directlyopposite the main gangway. Staff are happy to help24 hours a day, 7 days a week; however the officemay be locked for short periods while the dutyberthing master is carrying outchecks and security patrols. Pleasebe patient or call the number displayed on the Marina Office door.

PostThere is only limited space to

accept post for berth holders in theMarina Office and we are notresponsible for any deliveries toberth holders. If you are expectinga parcel please let us know. If it is anexceptionally large parcel we regretthat we cannot sign for it as wehave no facility to safely secure them. There is a postbox in the Tesco supermarket and a post office canbe found in the Spar shop on Charles Street in theTown Centre.

PetsPets are allowed at the Marina provided they areon a lead while in any public areas. Please be sureto clean up after them and put any waste in thebins provided.

RefuseBins for general waste and for recycling glass,plastic and paper are provided behind the MarinaOffice for the sole use of berth holders. Pleasedispose of waste in the bins provided. If you require

the disposal of waste oil, solvent containers andrags or batteries please contact the Marina Office,who will direct you to disposal containers which arelocated in the Middle boatyard. When carrying outwork on your boat please do not leave materials onthe walkways or around the site and any sparematerials must be stored securely on your boat. Itis your responsibility to dispose of any scrap woodor 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 marinastaff 24/7 and recorded. To maintain the safety of all berth holders, please cooperate with staff andreport any suspicious activity to the Marina Office

or Police. If you have allowed access to your boatto anyone else please inform the Marina Office andask them to report upon arrival.

SlipwaySlipway 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 LimitPlease respect the 4 knot speed limit within MilfordDocks and then drop to “dead slow” on your approach to your berth. Please take great care whenapproaching and leaving your mooring to avoid

damage to neighbouring boats or the pontoons.

TrolleysTrolleys are available for a £1deposit. Please be considerate of

other berth holders when takingthe trolleys along the pontoonsand be sure to return them when

you have finished using them,ensuring all rubbish has beenremoved. In the interests of safety,please do not allow children to

ride in the trolleys.

Toilets and ShowersThe toilets and showers are attached to theMarina Office and are solely for the use of berth

holders, their guests, and marina staff. The toiletsare checked and cleaned regularly. We ask that

you respect them and leave them in the samestate as you would expect to find them. Pleasereport any damage to the showers and toilets tothe Marina Office. Disabled facilities are located inthe Marina control building. The emptying of chemical toilets is forbidden in these facilities.

Weather forecast A weather forecast is displayed in the Marina Officeand on the public notice board in the berth holder

facilities.

Wi-Fi Internet Wi-Fi internet is provided free of charge for berthholders. To get your access code please contact theMarina Office. To avoid a slow system for other users, please do not download large files.

Water Every berth has access to a nearby water supplywhich provides fresh water. To avoid contaminationplease 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

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CAUTION: This is an area of hquarters situations between

metres in length, and vesselsnavigate within the fairwa

should navigate with extremeand should monitor VHF chan

within the Haven. Users areTugs will be stationed at the S

LNG berths to mai

These areas are used by sailing schools for teaching beginners. Proceed with caution

Dead Slow Minimum Wake

Jet Ski/PWC Aquabatics Area

Water-skiing Areas

National Park

Marker Buoys

Castle

Yacht Club

Hotel or Public House

Launch Site

Pontoon (Seasonal)

Moorings (Commercial)

FuelLeading Lights in the Haven

NOT TO BE USED FOR

NOTE: Tugwash maybe experienced at theentrance and in thewest channel whilstescorting tankers.

PWC aquabapermitted in the P

PWC area. PWCelsewhere in thethey navigate codue care and a

compliance with

and z

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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incidence of closeft of less than 20ich can only safelyecreational craftution in these areas2 at all times whenised that Shadowh Hook and Dragonn B/L27.

AVIGATION

Dead Slow Minimum Wake areas: Theseareas are designated for navigational

safety and importance for wildlife. Bays,creeks and tributaries provide vital

feeding and breeding areas. At lowwater most of these areas may dry out

or become very shallow revealingsubmerged natural features. The

restriction on speed and wake reducesdisturbance 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 reducesthe possibility of serious injury or damage and also helps to reduce

conflicts between users and ensures safenavigation for all.

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Pembroke River navigable

only with great care andlocal knowledge.

Pembroke Barrage

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

Approximate Ferry TimesSt. Ann’s inwards at 1200 hoursDepart Ferry Terminal at 1430 hoursSt. Ann’s inwards at 0000 hoursDepart Ferry Terminal at 0230 hours


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At Milford Marina, we are committedto ensuring the safety of all of our customers and their possessions.

Safety measures at Milford Marinainclude:• Strictly controlled pontoon access• Fixed safety ladders

• SOS stations including fireextinguishers and life buoys• Fully trained first aiders• CCTV

Please familiarise youself with the Safety Laddersand SOS Points on the diagram opposite.

The Marina Office is manned24 hours a day, 7 days a week

for your convenience. Weather forecasts are displayed on thenotice board in the entrance tothe berth holder facilities, alongwith Notices to Mariners, which are issued by the Portof Milford Haven.

Milford Haven Port Control Centre can be contacted on VHF channel 12 (call sign 'Port Control'). Leisure users arerequired to maintain a listen and watch on VHF channel12 whilst navigating into and out of the Marina, but

overall operational control of the lock is through Pier Head on VHF Ch14.

General1. Take care at all times whilst on the pontoons; running is strictly

prohibited2. Take extra care during cold weather when ice builds up on the pontoons

and can cause an additional hazard3. Please report any damage or faults to the Marina Office4. 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 vessel5. Please be courteous to other marina users and staff at all times6. Swimming and diving are not permitted in the marina7. Use of personal watercraft, kayaks and canoes are not permitted in

Milford Docks

Cables and Hoses1. When using shore power, always ensure that the supply is connected to

the vessel before connecting to, or disconnecting from the electrical socket2. Be aware of cables and hoses on the walkways3. Ensure all electric cables are in good condition before use and comply

with I.E.E. standards4. Ensure all cables and hoses are run safely along the pontoons so as not

to cause a trip hazard5. 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 Boats1. Approach berths dead slow and provide fenders on starboard and port sides2. Boats should be secured with fore and aft lines and springs

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3. Please ensure that anchors, anchor rollers,bowsprits and davits do not overhang pontoons4. No vessel is to manoeuvre under sail into the lockor within the confines of Milford Docks & Marina

Children1. Children under 16 must be supervised at alltimes whilst on the premises

2. Ensure that young children and non-swimmerswear life jackets at all times

Fire Prevention1. We advise all owners to install a smoke alarmto reduce the risk of fire2. All gas installations should be regularly checkedby a qualified gas technician3. Store a minimum of fuel and combustiblematerials on board

In the event of a fire

1. Call the emergency services, dial 9992. Stay calm and raise the alarm to others nearby3. Vacate the area4. Inform the Marina Office on +44 (0)1646 696312 (who will instigate

any further actions necessary).5. Tackle the fire only if appropriately trained for the incident at hand

and if it is safe to do so.

Fuelling1. All fuelling must be carried out at the designated fuelling berth2. Petrol boats are advised to fuel up river at Lawrenny Yacht Station, or

fuel is available at the nearby Tesco garage for engine mountedoutboard tanks only

3. Please report any spillages to the Marina Office on +44 (0)1646 696312

Safety Ladders

SOS Points(Firebuoy & Lifebuoy)


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EnvironmentThe marina environment interacts very closely withnature and the environmentally sensitive Havenwaterway. We therefore ask all berth holders toconsider the environment around them.

Wildlife

Please respect the birds and other wildlife that arepresent around the marina and in the Haven, makingevery effort to avoid interaction and reduce your speed

as you approach so you do not disturb them intheir natural habitat.

NoisePlease keep noise to a minimum to avoid scaringwildlife 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 MarinaOffice, so please ensure you place all of your waste here and do not throw anything overboard. Litter spoilsthe visual environment of the Marina and also creates problems

for the animals living in the area.

SpillagesPlease 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 batteriescorrectly. Please report any spillages to the Marina Office as soonas possible in order for it to be contained or cleaned up

immediately. Please do not flush or clean outbilges in the marina.

The Environment and ConservationThe unspoilt scenic qualities of the upper andlower reaches of the Milford Haven Waterwayand coastal areas were recognised in 1952through the designation of the PembrokeshireCoast 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 Pembrokeshireislands and coast and within the Milford Haven Waterway areinternationally recognised with the designation of thePembrokeshire Marine Special Area of Conservation (SAC).

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The Waterway is a wetland of internationalimportance and is home to one of the mostdiverse estuarine communities in the UK. Inspring and summer, the peaceful embaymentsand rivers provide breeding habitats and crèchesites for various birds. Wildfowl and wader countshave observed significant numbers of shelduck,

teal, widgeon, curlew and redshank withnumbers of birds increasing to 25,000 in winter.

A code of conduct exists to help reducedisturbance to all wildlife from water-based

activities throughout the Waterway and coastal areas. During Julyaccess is restricted to some seal and seabird siteson island and coastal areas aroundPembrokeshire. For further information on thePembrokeshire Marine Code, visit

www.pembrokeshiremarinecode.org.uk and to find out more about the Pembrokeshire MarineSpecial Area of Conservation, visitwww.PembrokeshireMarineSAC.org.uk.

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Businesses around Milford Marina and Docks

CafesCrow’s Nest Units 7 & 8 Vanguard House 01646 697147

Spinnaker Units 1 & 2 Sovereign House 07854 471489

Portside Deli Units 5 & 6 Agamemnon House 01646 698985

Bars and Restaurants

Martha’s Vineyard Cleddau House 01646 697083

Bucci Bar Units 7 & 8 Sovereign House 01646 692091

The Harbourmaster Unit 5 Orion House 01646 695493

Charlie’s The Old Sail Loft, The Docks 01646 690098

Shops

Image by Vanessa Ladies designer fashion Units 4/5/6 Victory House 01646 693463In House Interiors Gifts, interiors and crafts Units 1 & 2 Vanguard House 01646 663952

Silverfish Contemporary jewellery Unit 3 Vanguard House 01646 699333

Itsy Bitsy’s Ladies fashion and alterations Unit 4 Vanguard House 01646 693287

Latitude Gifts and interiors Unit 4 Sovereign House 01646 698759

Meridiem Toys and gifts Unit 5 Sovereign House 01646 698759

Kadinsky Art Bespoke framing and prints Unit 2 Agamemnon House 01646 693017

Hidden Treasures Book and gift shop Unit 1 Neptune House

The Fish Plaice Fish retailer The Docks 01646 692331

Tesco Supermarket Haven’s Head Retail Park

Boots Chemist Haven’s Head Retail ParkPeacocks Family fashion Haven’s Head Retail Park

99p Store Value home ware and provisions Haven’s Head Retail Park

Pound Stretcher Extra Value home ware and provisions Haven’s Head Retail Park

Home Bargains Value home ware and provisions Haven’s Head Retail Park

Hair and beauty

Van Dyk’s Unit 2 Victory House 01646 693463

Salt Boutique Unit 2 Orion House 01646 690500

Nu-Yu Unit 3 Orion House 01646 694113

Arts and culture

pureART Unit 6 Vanguard House 01646 694591

The Waterfront Gallery The Old Sail Loft, The Docks 01646 695699

Milford Museum The Old Custom House 01646 694496

Miscellaneous

All Pets Vet Care Veterinary Practice Old Docks Office 01646 663883

D-Sign Studio Signage Unit 6 Sovereign House 01646 690123

Brett Property Estate Agent Unit 1 Orion House 01646 663951

NM Human Resources Business consultancy Unit 8 Orion House 01646 468129

Spot On Dry cleaning Units 1 & 2 Temeraire House 01646 697283

Physiofit West Wales Physiotherapy service Unit 8 Neptune House 01646 693333

Phoenix Bowl 10 pin bowling and adventure play The Docks 01646 690605

Milford Haven Library Library Cedar Court 01437 771888

Milford Haven Tourist Info Centre Visitor information Cedar Court 01437 771818

MJ Motors Garage Haven’s Head Business Park 01646 694485

Local BusinessMilford Marina caters for all your boating needsand more, in one location. This section detailssome of the businesses operating on site andnearby.


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Marine BusinessesWindjammer Marinewww.windjammermarine.co.ukMarine service centre offering boat repairs and marine engineering.

Windjammer pride themselves on the highest level of customer serviceand 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

Survitecwww.survitec-sd.comSupply 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 equipmentand inspection services.The Docks, Milford Haven SA73 3AF +44 (0) 1646 602032

Dyfed Electronicswww.dyfedelectronics.co.ukDyfed Electronics supply, install and service equipment

from most of the major marine manufactures, from alarge ARPA Radar to the smallest handheld radios inboth the commercial and leisure markets.Cleddau House, Milford Marina SA73 3AF +44(0)1646 694572

Mustang Marinewww.mustangmarine.com

Mustang Marine is a reputable boat builder andrepairer of workboats, pilot boats, passenger andsimilar commercial vessels up to 40m in length and hasa jetty, dry dock and slipway amenities, specialist machining and pumprepair facilities, as well as comprehensively equipped workshops.

Lifting capacity is up to 70 tonnes and the dry dock can accommodateboats 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.ukOffer a wide range of products and services for boat owners with specialistdepartments for sailmaking, covermaking, upholstery and rigging.8 Brunel Quay, Neyland, Milford Haven SA73 1PY+44 (0)1646 601561

McNeil Marine Surveyingwww.mcneilmarine.comSurveys and investigations for the boat owner, boat buyer, insurer andthe marine sector at competitive rates throughout the UK.+44 (0)1554 833 233 or +44 (0)7772 333720


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Milford Haven Golf Clubwww.mhgc.co.uk18 holes of parkland with theHaven Waterway just to the side.

Transport

Local taxi firms:Call a Cab +44 (0)1646 697 385Jock’s Taxis +44 (0)1646 698 818Parry GRV +44 (0)1646 600 642

Bus:Bus services operate from Milford Haven to StDavids, Haverfordwest and Pembroke Dockstopping regularly along the routes. In addition,local bus services travel along the PembrokeshireCoastal 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 twohours to Manchester Piccadilly via Carmarthen,Swansea, Bridgend, Cardiff Central, Hereford,Shrewsbury, Crewe and Stockport. Journey timesare approximately 2 hours 50 minutes to Cardiff Central and 6 hours to Manchester Piccadilly.

Milford Travel Agency +44 (0)1646 693 460

National Rail Enquiries +44 (0)8457 484 950

Off SiteMilford Haven Leisure Centrewww.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/leisure

A modern facility catering for

multiple sport and fitness activitiesincluding classes, swimming pool,sauna, steam rooms and acomprehensive gym.

Torch Theatre, Milford Havenwww.torchtheatre.co.uk

A modern theatre, cinema anddance studio offering performingarts and film. All day café, bar and evening mealsavailable.

Pembrokeshire Coast National Park and Path

www.pembrokeshirecoast.org.ukThe UK’s only coastal National Park, offering someof the best coastal views in Britain and home to thePembrokeshire Coast Path.

The Park covers 258 miles of coastline, including acoastal track of 187 miles and nationally significantnature and heritage areas. On the waterway, Parkareas 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, Gateholmand Grassholm. You are likely to see grey seals,dolphins and porpoises. Seabirds will be nestingduring July. Please enjoy our National Park whilerespecting the habitats and inhabitants.

Things to do On Site Waterfront Gallery

www.thewaterfrontgallery.co.ukThis not for profit, volunteer led unique 3,000 sq

foot space showcases the best artists and craftworkers in west Wales.

Milford Museumwww.milford-haven-museum.wales.infoHoused in the old Whale Oil Store, one of theoldest buildings in Milford Haven, the Museumcollection reflects all aspects of thetown's history, but focusesparticularly on its maritime past.

Marina Retailwww.milfordmarina.com

A variety of shops, cafés, bars andrestaurants are clustered around

the marina basin, with plenty of options for visitors to relax.

Fishing Tripswww.whitewatercharters.co.ukSport fishing boat charter from Milford Marina. Go

fishing for cod, bass, pollack, plaice, conger eels,rays, smoothhounds, tope and sharks, or enjoywildlife trips off the coast of South and West Wales.

Phoenix Bowl and Pirate Pete’s Adventure Playwww.phoenixbowl.co.ukPhoenix Bowl is a ten lane 10 pin bowling centre,

offering fun for everyone. PiratePete’s Adventure play is all aboutproviding non-stop fun for

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Corner roundabout off A4139. Water access viaHobbs Point pontoon or ramp. The bar is openSaturday & Sunday 14.00 to 19.00 Wednesday,Thursday & Friday 17.00 to 22.00. Showers areavailable whilst the bar is open.T: +44 (0)1646 684403E: [email protected]

Charter Companies onthe Milford HavenWaterwayFor families and friends who would like toaccompany you on parts of your sailingprogramme:

Broadside Boat CharterT: +44 (0)1646 636492

M: +44 (0)7768 935681E: [email protected]

Cartlett Lady Boat Company & ChartersT: +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 540940E: [email protected]

Cleddau King Boat Charters

M: +44 (0)8707 774 544Hobbs Point ChartersT: +44 (0)1646 689056M: +44 (0)7979 764245

Pembrokeshire Boat ChartersM: +44 (0)797 494 6578E: [email protected]

Rudders BoatyardT: +44 (0)1646 600288E: [email protected]

W: www.ruddersboatyard.co.ukSolva Boat TripsT: +44 (0)1437 720053M: +44 (0)7875 156902E: [email protected]

W: www.solva.net/boattrips

Welsh Sailing Venture are a charitableorganisation that charter a 31ft catamaran. Theyoffer a service for disabled people and carers.Contact Julie Berrow or Trevor Wanmer.T: +44 (0) 1267 241825 or +44 (0)1559 370963

E: [email protected] W: www.welshsailingventure.btik.com

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 909Customs & Excise Action Line +44(0)800 595 000

Environment Agency +44(0)870 850 6506

Yacht ClubsPembrokeshire Yacht Clubwww.pembsyachtclub.org.ukPembrokeshire Yacht Club is situated on theMilford Haven Waterway at Gelliswick and offerslaunch and storage facilities for a variety of

watersports including cruiser and dinghy racing,sub-aqua, longboat rowing and angling as well asboat storage facilities. The clubhouse has acomfortable lounge bar, changing and shower areas, function room and kitchens with ampleprivate car parking and there is good anchorage.Bar opens Monday - Friday from 18:00, onSaturday and Sunday between 12:00 and 17:00and from 19:00. From Milford Haven Town keepon the Hakin Road, turn left and follow GelliswickRoad to the Waterway.

T: +44 (0)1646 692799E: [email protected]

Dale Yacht Club www.daleyc.co.ukOn the waterfront in Dale overlooking a shelteredbay. They have a bar and restaurant available to thepublic. Water access is via a pontoon. Take B4327to Dale and continue south along the waterfrontto the end of the road. Bar and restaurant open

from 19:00. Please book for meals.T: +44 (0)1646 636362 E: [email protected]

Neyland Yacht Clubwww.neylandyachtclub.org.ukFollow B4325 through Neyland Town to thePromenade. Water access is via NYC pontoon. Theclub has a bar and restaurant with magnificentviews of the Waterway. Bar and Restaurant opendaily at 18:00. Booking advisable.T: +44 (0)1646 600267 / 695588E: [email protected]

Pembroke Haven Yacht Club, Pembroke Dockwww.phyc.co.uk

Situated close to Cleddau Bridge at Hobbs Point,Pier Road, Pembroke Dock, Pembrokeshire SA726TR. The club has stunning views over the

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Many famous people have been moved to praise the MilfordHaven Waterway. William Shakespeare was so inspired by itsbeauty he used it as one of the settings in hisplay Cymbeline, Admiral Lord Nelsoncalled it ‘one of the greatest harboursin the world’ in 1802 and Daniel Defoedescribed it as ‘one of the best inletsof water in Britain’.

The Milford Haven Waterway is oneof the deepest natural harbours in

the world, formed by a ‘Ria’ or ‘drowned valley’ flooded at the end of the last Ice Age. ThePembroke River and the Daugleddau estuaryconverge and wind west to the Irish Sea,

forming 22 miles of spectacular waterway.

Parts of the Haven are within thePembrokeshire Coast National Park, theUK’s only coastal National Park. Along

the waterway there are various sitesdesignated as Special Areas of Conservations and Sites of SpecialScientific Interest (see Conservationand Environment).

MilfordHaven

“...how far it is to this same blessedMilford: and by the way tell me how

Wales was made so happy as to inheritsuch a haven...”

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Early historyFrom the 790s until the Norman Invasion in 1066, the waterway was usedby Vikings looking for shelter. During one visit in 854, the Viking ChieftainHubba 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 developedin 1790 by Sir William Hamilton. Situated on theSouthern bank, Pembroke Dock was established in 1802as the site for a new Royal Naval Dockyard. Both townshave experienced a history of shipbuilding and fishingas railheads and terminals. The towns createdconcentrated trading that had previously carried out at

up-river quays, jetties and landing places.By the late 18th Century, the two Milford Haven creeksof 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 andCosheston served the coal mines of the Pembrokeshire Coalfield and alsothe large limestone quarries at West Williamston. These ports continuedto work through the 19th century by changing to usingbarges to transship cargoes down river to the newgeneration of larger vessels using Pembroke Dock andMilford.

In the late 19th Century, concerns about the potentialthreat posed by the French Navy prompted theconstruction of a number of Palmerston Forts at variousstrategically important coastal sites, including MilfordHaven. These, although unused, can still be seen today.

Milford Haven also became home to a thriving andimportant fishing port in the 19th Century. On 27thSeptember 1888, the steam trawler ‘Sybil’ was the firstvessel to enter Milford Docks. Trawler owners from all around the British coastwere quick to spot the advantages of fishing from Milford, the most important

of which were: proximity to good fishing grounds, a sheltered anchorage anddirect rail links to London and other centres where the fish could be marketed.

Throughout the first half of the 20th Century, Milford residents boastedthat each weekday was a payday, as the fishermen werenoted for spending their hard earned income. Eventhrough the years of the Great Depression of the 1920sand 30s Milford sustained its busy and bustling quayside atmosphere.

The late 20th Century brought the jetties, oil terminals andshore 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 buildingsin the town, which was originally built for the storage of whale oil awaiting trans-shipment for sale in London.


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The Museum documents events that have been instrumental to the wayin which the people, industries and fortunes of the town have evolved.

Opening Times: Easter - October.Monday - Saturday 11.00am - 5.00pmSunday 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: £1.50Family Ticket: £5.00 Reductions for group visits booked in advance.

Milford Museum, The Old Custom House, The Docks, Milford HavenTel: 01646 694496

Modern day Milford

Milford Haven is the largest port in Wales, and the thirdlargest port in the UK. The Port of Milford Haven isresponsible 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 responsibilitygoverned by its Acts, to maintain and improvenavigation 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 regularlyprovides significant support to a wide variety of local projects, charities, clubsand third sector organisations as part of its stakeholder benefit.

Milford Haven town

Milford Haven is the second largest settlement in Pembrokeshire; with apopulation of 13,100. Today the Port of Milford Haven is the third largestin the UK in terms of tonnage.

Power generation

With deep waters and westerly position, the Milford Haven Waterway isideal for energy industries and for the emerging renewable energy industry.

There are currently two oil refineries in operation – Valero on the Southside and Murco on the North.

Milford Haven is also home to two LNG terminals – South Hook LNG andDragon LNG - which have capacity to supply up to 30% of the UK’s gas

requirements.

20% of the UK’s energy is now being handled throughthe Port.

The Milford Haven Waterway has been declared anEnterprise Zone by the Welsh government, due to itsimportance 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 itsexisting infrastructure and facilities, it is hoped that thearea will be able to support marine renewable power

generation.

Cruise terminal

The Port of Milford Haven started promoting Pembrokeshire as a cruisedestination in 2003 and passenger numbers have steadily increased.


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The Milford Haven Waterway is located in a National Parksurrounded by some of the most amazing scenery in the UK.Pembrokeshire provides a wealth of activities from ancientcastle tours to diverse watersports. This section of thehandbook describes some of the activities based at the marinaand around Milford Haven town.

Many other activities and exciting days out exist

around Pembrokeshire. Go to Visit Pembrokeshire atwww.visitpembrokeshire.com for more information.

Milford Marina is a well sheltered hub to a varied and extensive cruisingground, with options to suit all ranges of experience from the novice tothe blue water sailor. Support facilities are excellent with good road andrail links making crew changes easy. A number of pilot books cover theimmediate 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 avisit are given here with their approximate distance from Milford Marina.

Exploring the Milford Haven WaterwayThe Waterway has a long maritime history that links communities, boatbuilding, fishing, invasions, farming, industry, trade, pirates, long rockyreefs, wildlife and nature reserves. We hope you will enjoy exploring it.

Island Sanctuaries: The islands of Skomer and Skokholm lie just off West Dale. Both of these marine nature reserves are populated by sea-bird colonies, grey seals and dolphins. Together, Skomer and Skokholmhave the largest colony of Manx Shearwaters in theworld. Visit www.welshwildlife.org

St Ann’s Head Lighthouse: A beacon has marked theentrance to Milford Haven from at least 1590, standingwitness to sea trade, invasions, fishermen and ferries. Alighthouse was built as two towers in 1714, with thecurrent tower being rebuilt in 1841. Defensiveblockhouses to repel invaders and protect industry wereconstructed on either side of the heads of the waterwayin 1580. Other Forts were added in the 19th Centuryincluding 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 aleproduced in the village, as well as general cargoes. As a safe haven andanchorage, it is very popular with leisure craft. Dale has a pontoon, smallshop, Yacht Club, a watersports centre and pub, ‘The Griffin’. Visitwww.dalevillage.co.uk.

Angle: As the home of the local lifeboat since 1868, Angle has a longseafaring history. Over 300 lives have been saved since that time. Thepicturesque village has a small shop, a village hall, a school and two publichouses. One lies in the heart of the village, the ‘Hibernia Inn’ and one atEast 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 thelandlord (also a Customs Officer), he plundered ships and cargo, sharingproceeds with the landlord and also the Earl of Pembroke.

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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 someof 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 shipbuildingindustry 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. Visitwww.milfordhaven.info

Hubberston Point: Is named after a Viking Chieftain,Hubba, who over wintered in the Haven in 877. Therewas a period of Viking raids and occupation, between850 and 1100. Norse names such as Skomer,Skokholm, Ramsey, Solva, Freystrop and HasguardCross remain as evidence. Some Pembrokeshire

families, through the bloodline, have links toScandinavia.

Llandstadwell/Hazelbeach: Two miles fromNeyland 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 localdelivery. The Church dedicated to St Tudwal was built in the 13th Centuryand was visited by King Richard 11 on his way to Ireland. Half a mile onis Hazelbeach which has access by pontoon to the Ferry Inn pub.

Neyland: The birth place of engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel, therailway built from Haverfordwest to Neyland in the 1850s saw this villagegrow into a bustling prosperous town and hub of trade andcommunication. Today, Neyland is home to a 420 berth marina, a yacht

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Pembroke: The town of Pembroke is surrounded bythe Pembroke Castle wall and moat. Still largely intact,the castle has a fascinating history, with an inner baileybuilt in 1093, it was birthplace of Henry Tudor 1457and has survived many attacks. At the foot of the castleand in the centre of the Town, is South Quay,traditionally used by trading vessels it now hosts avariety of events. The annual Pembroke Festival whichcelebrates the town’s history and culture takes place atthe beginning of July. While in Pembroke Pool, there isaccess to fuel (petrol station) and provisions. Visitwww.pembroketownguide.co.uk.

Pembroke Dock: In 1814, the Admiralty established the RoyalDockyard. A number of notable warships were built in the Dockyardwhich later became the largest flying-boat station in the world. Today, aMark I version remains on the seabed between Pembroke Dock andNeyland. The history and future plans for raising the flying boat can beexplored 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 19thCenturies and large timber jetty. The shipyards included ‘Dean’s Shipyard’which amongst a dozen other ships, built the two masted schooner,Fanny Ann. The Royal Navy’s first iron warship HMS Warrior also layopposite Burton for many years. It has now undergone major restorationand is berthed at Portsmouth. Today, Burton still has a boat yard situatednext to a public house, the ‘Jolly Sailor’ which can be accessed by pontoonin the summer season.

East Llanion/Cosheston Pill: Lies opposite Burton Point andCosheston Point. For many years, the ruins of the Royal Navy’s first ironwarship, the HMS Warrior, lay nearby. Today, the Prince’s Trust runs thePembrokeshire Adventure Centre (PAC) from here. The PAC is anaccredited RYA training centre, offers accommodation and has a café, aboat 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 16thCentury. The stone was shipped down stream for fortifications. It was alsoburnt, for agriculture and building materials, in the numerous kilns up

and down the waterway.

Cresswell: Canton’s shipyard was based on the

southern shore of Cresswell Quay, opposite Lawrennyin the 1840s. Shipwright Thomas Howell also built shipson these shores and went on to set up a factoryproducing chemicals for explosives. Coal was barged toCresswell Quay, where it was loaded on to larger vesselsand delivered to ports on the Bristol Channel. Hear allabout the history in the one hundred year old pub, the‘Cresselly Arms’ which is very much at the heart of thelocal community.

Carew: The village of Carew is home to Carew Castleand Mill which dates back to the 11th Century. Trade between Carew andNewfoundland is recorded as early as 1566 on the barque Perrot. A tidalmill and dam was constructed by French prisoners, during the Napoleonicwars. The outgoing tide powered the wheel, driving the mill and therewas sufficient water at high tide for vessels to deliver corn and load flour.


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Now, the Castle and Mill are maintained by Pembrokeshire Coast NationalPark Authority. Carew has a public house and restaurant, the ‘Carew Inn’.

Llangwm: Pleasantly situated on the Western bank, Llangwm has a longhistory of fishing on the waterway. Traditionally, fishermen caught bass,herring, mullet, salmon and sewin from small tarred boats. They alsoharvested cockles and mussels which women sold at local markets. Thereare records of kelper’s kilns at Black Tar and of a small anthracite mine,

used for fuelling domestic fires and lime kilns. As in the Victorian era, BlackTar is still a main focus on the upper reaches of thewaterway for river use and walks. The village of Llangwm has a pub, ‘The Cottage Inn’, shop andwaterway access via slip, visit www.llangwm-villages.org.uk

Lawrenny: Once a busy port, Lawrenny Quay washome to ferries transporting lime to Cosheston andRhoose Ferry. Now, Lawrenny is very popular withleisure craft. It has a pub, the ‘Lawrenny Arms’ (or ‘Doghouse’ as affectionately termed by generations of

local people), with a public pontoon, award winningQuayside Tearooms and Lawrenny Yacht Station with are-fuelling facility (petrol and diesel) and its own pontoon access. Visitwww.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 avillage 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 deepcoalmining shafts were worked under the river, 42 workers lost their lifewhen the shaft caved in. There is a memorial close to the waterway. Twoof the miners, Gloucester men Ormond and Edwards, introducedcompass netting to the river. During the 19th Century up to a hundred

men from Llangwm to Hook were fishing commerciallyin this way. Today as few as 8 men continue with thismethod in the last Compass net Fishery in Britain.

Picton Castle: Has remained in the Philipps familysince 1420. Ketches carried grain up to Blackpool Mill

(intact but no longer working) past Slebech Hall andpast islands marking the final resting place of theKnights Templar.

Hook: Anthracite coal was mined here for centuries,transported by lighters and coasters barge or smallcoastal steamers to transfer their loads to larger vesselsat Llangwm. The last mine closed in 1952.

Haverfordwest: The Port of Haverfordwest is steeped in seafaringtradition. Trade of general cargo to and from the Port is recorded back tothe 14th Century, with particularly strong links with Bristol. 2010 was the

900th anniversary of Haverfordwest. For more information on the Townvisit www.haverfordwesttown.co.uk. Access by water takes you into theheart of the town and local pub, the ‘Bristol Trader’ can be accessed byslip. 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 (nowknown as Quay Street) was alive with sailors andtrade, warehouses and lodging houses. The towncharter includes the right to appoint a Mayor whocan act as the Admiral of the Port of Haverfordwest.Beating of the Bounds is an annual ceremony inwhich the Mayor is escorted on the waterway tothe Bristol Trader Inn where, as the Admiral of thePort, 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 statesof tide - 6.2nm, deep water swinging mooring

Jolly Sailor Public Jetty Drying berth - 4.4nm,pontoon

West and East Cleddau Rivers Accessible insmall boats and dinghies at high tides

Pembroke Millpond Accessible at high water -5nm, deep water swinging (please check barrageopening times with Pembrokeshire County Councilon +44 (01437) 764551 as up to 72hr notice maybe required)

Angle Bay Accessible at high tide - 2nm, dryinganchorage

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, deepwater anchorage or drying anchorage further in tobay

Neyland Marina Accessible at all states of tide -4nm, deep water marina berths

Solva Bay Accessible at high tide (deep water poolaccessible at all states of tide) - ˜22nm, drying

anchorage or pick up buoy, limited space in deepwater 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, dryingswinging 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, deepwater 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, deepwater marina berths

Further afield For the more experienced andadventurous there is great scope.

Going south, the Isles of Scilly (120nm) are abeautiful 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 thespectacular Scottish coastline and islands.

Finally, going blue water, Milford Marina continuesto provide a favoured arrival or departure point for transatlantic sailors who appreciate thecomprehensive support services and good travellinks available in Milford Haven.

When navigating outside of the Milford Haven Waterway, please be mindful of the Castlemartin

and Aberporth firing ranges. Details and firingtimes can be found on our website under Safetyor contact: Castlemartin Range Control on VHFChannel 16 or +44(0)1646 662367 and

Aberporth Range Control on VHF Channel 16 or +44(0)1239 813480.


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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 servicesright on site.

Milford Marina - making the most of your leisure time.

A Pembrokeshire welcomeat great value prices

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Get to us and your boat quickly throughfast, uncongestedroad networks

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Birmingham 210 miles

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Marina Handbook 2013