Six weeks of free activities for young people are about to begin as the award-winning Under the Bridge project returns to Milford Waterfront this summer.

Thanks to a long-standing partnership between the Port of Milford Haven and Milford Youth Matters, a total of twelve sessions will take place on Tuesday and Friday evenings over the school holidays offering a range of physical and engagement activities, wellbeing and creative sessions such as tie-dye, and opportunities to socialise and connect. Under the Bridge has grown in popularity year on year since it was launched in 2015 with the aim of reducing anti-social behaviour in the area and providing free engaging activities for 11-17 year olds in a safe environment.

Last summer, the youngsters made tie-dye t-shirts, dodged the wipeout inflatable, gripped onto the inflatable bull, ran against the rope, played street football, perfected circus skills, created amazing chalk art, while socialising with friends, tasting great Megans Starr Foundation milkshakes, having fun and making Milford Haven a happier, healthier and safer place.

The free events take place underneath Hakin Bridge between 6-8.30pm and every Tuesday and Friday from Tuesday, July 23 up until August 30. There is no need to pre-book.

Dayle Gibby, Milford Youth Matters Co-ordinator, said “Our May half term session saw over 45 young people get involved; it’s a great opportunity for young people to try a wide range of activities on Tuesday and Friday evenings during the summer. As we continue to grow, this is another avenue for people to develop key skills through volunteering and connecting to the wider community.”

Community Engagement Assistant at the Port of Milford Haven, Sarah Canny, added: “Under the Bridge is really popular amongst young people in Milford Haven and the surrounding area. Not only does it give them something fun and constructive to get involved with during the school holidays, a lot of the activities will be new to them and they’ll develop skills they can use again in the future.

“I’d definitely encourage young people to come and check out what’s happening as there’ll be something for everyone on offer.”