Calling all Milford Haven residents and businesses! You're being encouraged to take part in some 'fin-tastic' competitions in the run up to Milford Fish Festival.

The Port of Milford Haven is holding a window dressing contest to offer prizes for the best fish themed homes, businesses or any other premises to get the whole town into the fishy spirit.

In addition to this, a bunting design competition is being launched which is open to all ages. A template can be downloaded from http://www.milfordfishfestival.co.uk">www.milfordfishfestival.co.uk under the 'Fishy Fun' section and the entries will be displayed around Milford Fish Docks during the festival on Saturday, June 27.

The Milford Haven cluster of schools are all supporting the bunting design contest and will be encouraging pupils to get involved.

Nick Dyer, headteacher of Hakin/Hubberston Schools, said: "I can't wait to see the children's bunting festooning our town, with artwork from young people right across our schools and community. I can't promise personally to add anything worthwhile to the fishy jokes challenge, but a dab of paint to display our marine 'sole' will brighten the whole 'plaice' up!"

Also supporting the festival is head of art at Milford Haven School, Elizabeth Devonald, who said: "Pupils will be trawling the depths of their artistic talents to brighten up the Fish Festival."

Lucy James, marketing manager at the Port of Milford Haven, commented: "These competitions are designed to get the whole community involved and celebrate the passion that everyone has for the fishing industry here. We're looking forward to seeing lots of colourful entries."

Judging for the competitions will take place in the week leading up to the event.

Stalls are booking up fast for Milford Fish Festival, however there are a few remaining. To download a booking form visit http://www.milfordfishfestival.co.uk">www.milfordfishfestival.co.uk or contact the port's marketing team on 01646 696360.