Beautifully crafted lanterns lit Fishguard and Goodwick to celebrate the beginnings of the new Art Afoot sculpture trails.

A lantern parade organised by Small World Theatre on Friday, September 20 also announced the start of On Land’s Edge / Ar Ymyl y Tir festival and brought hundreds of people to the towns to take part in a community event.

Fishguard's mayor Cllr Billy Shaw was in attendance. Goodwick Brass Band, several beautiful giant lanterns and a smack of jelly fish lanterns started the parade on The Parrog, Goodwick, with more lantern bearers and spectators joining on the route to Fishguard Square. Joon Dance and fire jugglers Po and co. entertained the crowd before a hearty finale by Joe Caswell, drummer and friends. 

Ann Shrosbree, Director of Small World Theatre said:

“There are so many people to thank for their contribution and support this year; Pembrokeshire County Council, Fishguard and Goodwick Town Council, to everyone who shared their ideas in the public consultations, our volunteers, On Land's Edge and Theatr Gwaun, Goodwick Brass Band, Ffwrnes, Sea Trust, Transition Bro Gwaun, Ein Hanes and many more.  A big thank you - you’re all stars!”

Art Afoot / Celf ar Droed art trails were commissioned by Pembrokeshire County Council through UK Government funding in December 2023, and this year has been a time for public consultation, planning and making the artworks. The sculpture installations have begun and are expected to be completed by November. 

“We’ll be back soon with news of guided walks and the sculpture trails in the autumn,” added Ann.

More information about the project can be found on Small World Theatre’s website.