Boat Hulls, Rigs & Useful Terms

From elegant Victorian rowing boats and historic lifeboats to traditional fishing craft and restored sailing dinghies, the West Wales Maritime Heritage Museum is home to an impressive collection of vessels that tell the story of Pembrokeshire's rich maritime past. Many of the boats have been painstakingly restored by the Society's volunteers, while others have been faithfully recreated after the originals were lost to time. Each vessel has its own unique history, offering a fascinating insight into the people, industries and communities that once depended on life at sea.

You'll also find a helpful guide explaining different hull designs, sailing rigs and nautical terminology, making it easy for visitors of all ages to better understand the boats on display.