AN ECO-friendly restaurant that 'hovers' over the water is part of the Port of Milford Haven's 'vision' to develop the town's docks.

As part of its Milford Waterfront project, projected to cost around £70million, the Port has released artist's impression of how the development could transform the area.

The Port plans to attract hotels, event spaces, retail and fine dining to the site.

Among its plans is an eco-friendly restaurant and function room that will sit above the water near the entrance to the development, opposite the museum.

"We’re looking to create a new, sought after dining venue for south Wales," says the Port.

"With more watersport and heritage events being attracted to Milford Waterfront each year, and more of our visitors eager to stay and enjoy our spectacular sunsets, restaurants and bars, we hope to build a new 65-bedroom, mid-market hotel close to the iconic restaurant; subject to planning permission.

"Later during future phases, we hope to develop a 150 bed, 4 star hotel with apartments and dual frontages overlooking the Milford Haven Waterway and Milford Marina."

A revised overall development plan will be submitted to Pembrokeshire County Council in 2017, detailing future plans.