Having first developed as a whaling town in the late 17th century, it is one of the deepest natural harbours in the world. It's said that during the early part of the 20th century, when the dock was the base for a booming fishing industry, it was possible to walk across the entire width of the dock on the decks of trawlers.
Today, Milford Haven is a bustling port town, with attractive restaurants, cafes and shops lining the quayside. Local museums tell the fascinating marine history of the town, though fun water activities have now replaced the once-busy fishing fleets. Visitors can partake in paddle boarding or kayaking amid the stunning marine scenery, though perhaps the best way to explore is through a walk along Milford Haven's historic waterfront.
We spoke to two residents about life in this beautiful port town.
Davey Barrett
David Barrett, 42, known to everyone as "Davey", is a marina operative and has worked on the site for 20 years. He has long-standing family connections to the fish docks and port.
I'm a proud "Milfordian" and I was born and bred in Milford Haven. I can remember watching my father work around Milford Docks while I was growing up. When I was a child, we'd always come down on the weekends and help him out with little jobs. If we were lucky, we would be allowed to get on the trawler and have a trip from the lock gates over to the dock walls.
After leaving school in 1996, I was lucky enough to get an apprenticeship at the local dry dock. When I finished there, I got a job at Milford Marina where I've been for the last 20 years. The thought of leaving Milford Haven has never crossed my mind!
This story is from the October 2022 edition of Reader's Digest UK.
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