The Bargeman Statue

The Sgadan Abergwaun sculpture, created by local artist John Cleal in 2006, pays homage to the historic herring industry that once thrived in Lower Fishguard, Pembrokeshire, Wales. This bronze piece features a shoal of fish elegantly swimming above a substantial 25-ton Preseli stone boulder, symbolizing the region's rich maritime heritage.

Situated on the picturesque Quayside overlooking the old Harbour, the sculpture not only reflects the local economy's reliance on herring but also serves as a poignant reminder of the community's ties to the sea. The term "sgadan Abergwaun" refers to the local sardines that were plentiful in the Irish Sea until their decline in the late 18th century.

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