The new Fastnet Line ferry to Wales has arrived in Swansea for refitting work before it carries its first passengers on the reinstated service in March.

Excitement is building ashore and on board as the launch date of the inaugural sailing from Cork to Swansea aboard the impressive MV Julia approaches.

Thousands of people expected to book sailings in the coming weeks

A co-operative behind plans to restore the Swansea to Cork ferry says it has bought a new ship for almost £7m.