Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire, Wales
One of the world's deepest natural harbours, Milford Haven is your gateway to Britain's only coastal National Park — wild clifftops, medieval walled towns, and a quirky American-Quaker founding story.
One of the world's deepest natural harbours, Milford Haven is your gateway to Britain's only coastal National Park — wild clifftops, medieval walled towns, and a quirky American-Quaker founding story.
Ships anchor in the Milford Haven Waterway and tender passengers to the Mackerel Stage pontoon at Milford Waterfront.
💡 Pro move: Small or expedition ships may dock directly at the marina rather than tender.
Milford Haven is primarily a tender port; ships anchor in the deep-water estuary and ferry passengers ashore.
| Cruise Line | Typical Berth / Arrival | Dock or Tender |
|---|---|---|
| Most cruise lines | Mackerel Stage pontoon, Milford Waterfront📍 | Tendered |
| Small/expedition ships | Milford Marina docks📍 | Docked |
Pembrokeshire punches above its weight — medieval castles, Britain's smallest city, puffin islands, and some of the UK's finest beaches are all within an hour.
Birthplace of King Henry VII and one of Wales' greatest medieval fortresses, with a massive circular Norman keep and the vast natural Wogan Cavern beneath. About 25 min by taxi or ship excursion.
Find Pembroke Castle tours →Pastel-painted Georgian houses inside 13th-century walls, a working harbour, golden beaches, and boat trips to Caldey Island monastery. About 45 min by taxi/coach (trains require a change at Whitland and take longer).
Find Tenby shore excursions →The UK's smallest city hides a stunning 12th-century cathedral and the atmospheric ruins of the Bishop's Palace. From here, boat trips reach puffin-rich Ramsey Island.
Find St Davids tours →Britain's most accessible puffin colony — boat trips from Martin's Haven (near Marloes) put you within metres of Atlantic puffins, razorbills, and grey seals. Seasonal (Apr–Aug).
Find Skomer Island boat trips →Join the 186-mile national trail straight from the marina. Walking west toward Gelliswick offers immediate sea views with minimal effort — or push further for clifftop drama.
Find coastal walking tours →The adventure sport that was born on these cliffs — scrambling, swimming, and cliff-jumping along the rocky shore with a guide. Suitable for most fitness levels.
Find coasteering tours →Milford Waterfront is strollable straight from the tender, with a gentle coastal path heading west and a historic town above.
From the Mackerel Stage pontoon, walk the length of the waterfront past boutique shops, Foam café, the Milford Haven Museum, and the lock gates. Follow the path west toward Gelliswick Bay for open sea views.
Head uphill from the marina to The Rath, a grassy elevated park with war memorials and panoramic views across the Milford Haven Waterway. Continue a short loop through the town centre and back down.
🗺️ See full route in Maps →Climate normals for Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire, Wales (2014–2023 averages). Pack for the month you sail — highs, lows, and how many rainy days to expect.
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Rainy Days | Sunrise | Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 48°F / 9°C | 42°F / 6°C | 17 | 8:20 AM | 4:39 PM |
| Feb | 48°F / 9°C | 42°F / 6°C | 15 | 7:34 AM | 5:34 PM |
| Mar | 49°F / 9°C | 42°F / 6°C | 16 | 6:34 AM | 6:24 PM |
| Apr | 53°F / 12°C | 44°F / 7°C | 11 | 6:23 AM | 8:17 PM |
| May | 58°F / 14°C | 49°F / 9°C | 13 | 5:27 AM | 9:06 PM |
| Jun | 63°F / 17°C | 54°F / 12°C | 13 | 5:01 AM | 9:40 PM |
| Jul | 65°F / 18°C | 58°F / 14°C | 14 | 5:20 AM | 9:31 PM |
| Aug | 65°F / 18°C | 58°F / 14°C | 17 | 6:05 AM | 8:42 PM |
| Sep | 63°F / 17°C | 56°F / 13°C | 14 | 6:55 AM | 7:34 PM |
| Oct | 58°F / 14°C | 52°F / 11°C | 17 | 7:45 AM | 6:25 PM |
| Nov | 53°F / 12°C | 47°F / 8°C | 19 | 7:39 AM | 4:29 PM |
| Dec | 50°F / 10°C | 45°F / 7°C | 19 | 8:20 AM | 4:09 PM |
Source: Open-Meteo ERA5 (10-yr daily averages)