THE sun shone down on Pembroke as the annual river rally got underway yesterday (Saturday, July 13).

The ceremony sees the historic town's Castle Pond awash with colourful vessels.

Once inside the barrage to the Castle Pond, Mayor of Pembroke Gareth Jones, local councillors and their consorts enjoyed an afternoon of fun and festivities, with stalls and more.

The rally is organised by the West Wales Maritime Heritage Society.