Pembrokeshire’s Milford Haven is set to make waves as it hosts the inaugural Festival of the Sea, a free weekend-long event on March 8-9.

Organised by Y Môr a Ni, the two-day celebration will bring together local artists, marine experts, conservationists, and adventurers for an immersive experience highlighting the wonders of the sea.

On the Saturday, Milford Waterfront will transform into a hub of creativity and ocean exploration from 10am to 5pm. Visitors can participate in marine-themed art workshops at the Waterfront Gallery with local artists Dawn Steward and Janet Taylor, also engage with exhibitors in the Link Building showcasing ocean literacy, renewable energy, marine biodiversity, seagrass, as well seaweed products with specialists Cậr y Môr.

The Field Studies Council who will be sharing information about the diversity of marine species in Pembrokeshire through touch tanks, photo quizzes and running BioBlitz/ Strandline sessions on Milford Beach.

Project Seagrass will be bringing the fun in their interactive stall, raising awareness of seagrass across Wales.

Outside on Mackerel Quay, organisations including the Royal Navy, RNLI, and Pembrokeshire Coast National Park will offer interactive displays, real-life diving gear, and accessibility kit including specially adapted beach wheelchairs. Free parking is available, and no booking is required.

Merched y Môr will be promoting their noble cause of rowing across the Atlantic to raise money for charity. They will bring their 11m boat for the public to see.

On the Sunday, the Torch Theatre will host an array of talks covering nature, wildlife and the environmental conservation as well as interactive exhibits, and hands-on workshops focused on art and craft concluding with Pembrokeshire Coastal Forum’s ‘Living Coast’ event featuring local marine champions.

The Tŷ Hotel Milford Waterfront has special offers across the weekend.