A PROJECT offering urban music, arts and dance activities to young people received national recognition from Arts & Business Cymru.

In 2016, the Port of Milford Haven teamed up with Milford Youth Matters, Arts Care Gofal Celf, the VC Gallery and the Torch Theatre to run ‘Under the Bridge’ every Friday evening throughout the summer holidays

The Port was presented with their award at a ceremony at the Millennium Centre in Cardiff last week by TV presenter and local zoo owner Anna Ryder-Richardson.

The project won the Arts, Business and the Environment category, sponsored by the Waterloo Foundation and University of Wales, Trinity St David.

Under the Bridge was praised for reducing anti-social behaviour and promoting a sense of ownership, pride and respect for the area and the waterway.

Anna Malloy, PR and Communications Manager at the Port of Milford Haven, said “Under the Bridge created a real buzz at Milford Waterfront throughout the school holidays and provided teenagers with the chance to learn dance, art and DJ skills in a fun and safe environment.

"Our community partners are experienced in putting on these activities and they delivered some fantastic activities each week.

"We’re so pleased that Under the Bridge has been recognised and would like to thank Arts & Business Cymru for their support in helping us to form valuable partnerships with community organisations.”

Chief Executive of A&B Cymru, Rachel Jones, said the project was a deserving winner.

"A&B Cymru has been involved with this innovative and far-reaching project since its inception and has always been proud to play a part in a scheme which engages local teenagers in such a creative way," she added.

To watch a video of the 2016 Under the Bridge project visit www.mhpa.co.uk/under-the-bridge