Marinas in Wales

THE LOCATION OF ABERYSTWYTH MARINA, IN A HISTORIC UNIVERSITY TOWN, ENSURES THERE ARE A RANGE OF CULTURAL, ACTIVE AND EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES WITHIN CLOSE PROXIMITY TO THE MARINA FOR BERTH HOLDERS TO BENEFIT FROM. Aberystwyth Marina offers 165 first class berths providing safe, secure and sheltered moorings for motor boats and yachts. The marina is at the heart of the historic fishing port on the 23 acre harbour site. Aberystwyth has a range of cafes, seaside fish and chip shops, restaurants, pubs and bars, many a short walk from the marina. The seafront, Promenade and pier is a great location for a walk and to look out over the Irish Sea. Our onsite chandlery has a selection of clothing, safety equipment, ropes, maintenance, navigation and electrical equipment. We also have a range of drinks and ice creams available to purchase from our marina office. Our brokerage has a range of motor boats and yachts for sale, speak to our staff to arrange a viewing or to list your boat with us. In addition, we offer a range of boatyard services and engine servicing on site. APPROACHING ABERYSTWYTH MARINA The harbour is located by Pendinas, a conspicuous hill 120m high, with the Wellington monument at its crest. The head of the north breakwater, the Wooden Jetty, on the Wellington monument leads 140 ◦, which clears you south of the Castle Rocks. The approach should be treated with caution in strong onshore winds, beware of cross-tides and boulders around head of the South Pier, the Stone Pier, and the Trap (an area of rough ground) which is to the north of the Wooden Jetty. The leading lights, both fixed reds and the white day marks on the Ystwyth Bridge, lead 133◦. The Wooden Jetty is marked with Q WR 9m; Red Sector (141-175) which covers the Castle Rocks. The south Pier F1.(2)WG 10s 12m 10m. There are four FR (vertical) on a radio tower 2.8 miles to the south. The entrance is narrow with a 90◦ port turn inside the Wooden Jetty head. The bar is immediately outside the head of the Stone Pier; at low water springs there is about 0.7meteres on the bar when on the leading line. Boats drawing 2.0 meters are advised to enter up to 2.0 hours before and 2.5 hours after HW in calm conditions and boats drawing up to 1.0 meters can enter 3.0 hours before and 3.5 hours after HW.

Moorings at Barry Yacht Club Each year, Barry Dock Master delegates the authority to allocate mooring berths in the western sector of the Pierhead Harbour to BYC members. Trot moorings extend along the western sea wall. These start from directly in front of the clubhouse for small shallow draft boats and continue all the way out to near the harbour entrance for larger craft. Closer in shore, below the mole separating the Lady Windsor lock from the outer harbour, there is more space for club moorings, most of which dry to a soft mud but are still suitable for fin-keel yachts. Further seaward lie some commercial moorings, now managed by Barry Yacht Club. The Club currently has a number of drying moorings available, suitable for boats up to 10 m. Most moorings within the harbour dry to soft mud, with access from at least 3 hours before to 3 hours after high water. Arrangements can be made with the Moorings Officer for boats to be left at Barry. Whilst there are no designated visitors moorings at present, many club members will accommodate visitors mooring alongside. However, visitors must seek permission first and mustn’t leave their boats unattended overnight.

OFFERING 450 BERTHS, ADJACENT TO PEMBREY COUNTRY PARK AND WITHIN EASY REACH OF THE GOWER PENINSULAR AND TENBY, BURRY PORT MARINA OFFERS BERTH HOLDERS YEAR ROUND CRUISING ALONG THIS BEAUTIFUL COASTLINE. With three harbours, offering fully dredged annual mooring and seasonal berths, the marina also has a slipway and onsite parking. Approaching Burry Port Marina The marina is accessed through a tidal gate which opens about 2.5 hours either side of HW. The Estuary The Burry inlet should be treated with caution in rough weather, at night or within 2 hours of HW. The sand shifts and charts should not be relied on. Approach via the south channel taking care in the area of the outer bar and Lynch bank and to avoid the West Hooper bank (north of the mid channel) and the Hooper bank (south of the mid channel) where big waves can develop in the shallower water. The shallow water extends from approximately N 51 38.05 W 004 19.10 to the northern shore. The Approach Channel (300metres outside gate) The approach is marked by 2 red and 3 green buoys (lit at night), but care must be taken after rough weather as these may have been dragged or lost. The line of the channel can move significantly, with part sometimes broadside to the waves and entered from the east. The depth is variable and often much shallower than the depth over the sill. If in doubt, approach near HW and not on the lowest of neap tides. The Marina The marina gate is controlled by lights (group of three vertical). 3 red or indeed any red showing means that the gate is up and should not be approached. Two greens vertically over a white indicate that the gate is down and two-way traffic is in operation. Boats leaving the marina should give way. The depth over the sill at the gate is at least 2.5metres but it is advisable to check with the marina office before entering. Burry Port is marked by a lighthouse on the western protective breakwater (N 51 0.62 W 0004 15.05). Its characteristics are Fl 5s 6.5NM. There are two barrel posts in line marking extensions to the western breakwater, the outermost one of which is lit at night. Its characteristics are Fl R 5s 3NM. The red/green channel buoys are lit. The old cast iron lighthouse (N 51 39.15 W 004 15.07) at Whitford Point on the opposite side of the Estuary provides a good mark during daylight but is unlit. On arrival All new boats must report to the Marina Office on arrival to complete a mooring contract and must have a copy of their full comprehensive insurance document to comply with our terms and conditions. If you require marine insurance Bay Marine Insurance can be contacted for a competitive quote.

350 BERTHS LOCATED IN THE VIBRANT CAPITAL CITY WITH A WORLD CLASS WATERFRONT. The Ranie Buoy (PORT HAND BUOY) marks the extremity of the rocks and sand spit of Lavernock Point. The south Cardiff cardinal buoy makes the southern extremity of the Cardiff Grounds. From a position between the two buoys make a course for the Outer Wrach Buoy (West Cardinal Buoy). Follow the Wrach Channel and Buoys into the Cardiff Bay Outer Harbour.

Welcome to Marine Services Chirk Please Email us, not in office for Phone calls. Not open Saturdays or Sundays for October 2020 We specialise in canal boat repairs and maintenance, with a team of highly knowledgeable engineers on site, and we also operate our own luxury narrowboat holiday hire fleet, Crest Narrowboats. Due to our fantastic location, we are ideally situated to run a narrowboat hire fleet, and we are proud to have been featured on More4's Great Canal Journeys, in which Timothy West and Prunella Scales explored the Llangollen Canal on one our Crest Narrowboats fleet, and more recently Channel 5's Celeb Carry on Barging. In fact, Chirk Marina is placed in between 2 famous aqueducts built by Thomas Telford - Chirk and Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, the latter being the tallest bridge of its kind in the UK. What's more, in 2009 UNESCO granted the 11 mile canal corridor on which we are placed World Heritage Status, an accolade reserved for the likes of the Taj Mahal and the Statue of Liberty.

Conwy Marina, Ellis Way, Conwy, LL32 8GU With its beautiful backdrop, convenient location, and excellent facilities, Conwy Marina is the obvious place to berth while visiting North Wales. Conwy, just 10 minutes walk from the marina, is the classic walled town. Its circuit of walls is over three quarters of a mile long and is guarded by no less than 22 towers. Conwy Castle is a dark stoned fortress constructed by Edward I and is one of Wales’ key fortresses. We at Conwy Marina take pride in providing a personal but professional service to all our customers, are team are here to make your stay at Conwy Marina as enjoyable and safe as possible. 50% discount for up to 5 days for members of TransEurope Marinas Please contact us for more information or check our website, boatfolk.co.uk Conwy Marina With its beautiful backdrop and excellent facilities, Conwy Marina is the obvious place to berth while visiting North Wales as a TransEurope Marina member. Cruise around Europe We are a proud member of TransEurope, Europe's leading network of marinas. As a berth holder at Conwy Marina, you will have access to half price visitor berthing at 84 marinas across 11 countries. https://www.transeuropemarinas.com/

Second Marina in the Conway estuary

PORT DINORWIC MARINA OFFERS YEAR – ROUND CRUISING IN THE SHELTERED MENAI STRAIT. THE PICTURESQUE GRADE II LISTED MARINA IS IDEALLY PLACED TO HELP BERTH-HOLDERS EXPLORE AND DISCOVER THE BEAUTY OF NORTH WALES. In addition to annual and seasonal berths, the marina offers swinging moorings, a tractor park and launch service for motorboats and winter storage ashore for all vessels. Our brokerage has a range of motor boats and yachts for sale, speak to our staff to arrange a viewing or to list your boat. From our onsite workshops, we offer a range of boatyard services and engine servicing. The marina has a real sense of community, with a number of businesses situated around the village green overlooking the marina including; a fabulous little cafe; a tapas and seafood restaurant; a hair salon and a beautician. From the marina, berth holders can sneak away to a quiet anchorage in Rowen Bay or Abermenai Point for a night or two. For those boat owners wanting to venture further afield, Conwy, Holyhead, Porth Dinllaen, Abersoch and Pwhelli are all within easy reach and for the more adventurous the Isle of Man and Ireland are within a day’s sailing.

Moorings are available at Goytre Wharf for the long or short term, subject to availability. We are a hire base, but also have a vast amount of moorings to accommodate overnight stays, or week long respites. Winter moorings are available subject to space. VIEW MOORING TARIFF

Hafan Pwllheli is one of the finest yachting venues in Western Britain, benefiting from excellent facilities and access to some of the best sailing waters in the UK. The Lleyn Peninsula is renowned for its varied pattern of winds, moderate tidal and sea conditions, and the spectacular scenery of the Snowdonian mountains as a backdrop

Milford Marina provides over 300 marina berths and is one of Wales' top marinas. Situated in a non-tidal basin on the Milford Haven Waterway on the doorstep of the United Kingdom's only coastal National Park, Milford Marina is the ideal berthing base for exploring the fabulous coastline that Pembrokeshire and Wales has to offer. It is also an excellent stop off point en route to Ireland or up the Irish Sea to north Wales and Scotland. We offer flexible berthing arrangements - from daily berthing to 12 month berthing contracts for boats up to 20m (subject to availability) and welcome liveaboards at no extra cost. We also offer flexible payment options including no fees for paying by Direct Debit for 12 month contracts.

Located in the historic basins of Penarth Docks, Penarth Quays is the most sheltered location within Cardiff Bay. Access to good quality, up-to-date facilities available 24 hours a day, with lock gates providing further protection the Marina is also the safest location to leave your vessel. Recognised as Cardiff Bay’s premier berthing location and with 24 hour access there is always water available for boating within the freshwater bay. A short distance from the Victorian town of Penarth and also within easy reach of Cardiff Bay.

The town of Porthcawl is nestled amongst some beautiful beaches stretching along the charming South Wales coastline and is a popular holiday destination with plenty to do for all the family. The newly completed Marina has been built within the old working harbour, situated to the South of Porthcawl’s waterfront, and offers berths for up to 70 leisure and commercial craft. The Marina benefits from having a locked access allowing 3 hours of access either side of high water. Porthcawl is an ideal cruising destination whether you are stopping over for one night or staying for several days to explore everything the town has to offer. The Marina operates 3 hours either side of high water between 0700-2200. If you would like to access or exit the Marina outside of these hours then please contact the Harbour Master 48hours in advance. The Marina operatives can be contacted on VHF channel 80 and via phone on 01656 815715 or 07580 947347. If you require assistance onto your berth then please contact the Marina Operatives and allow them enough time to make their way to your berth. Berth Holders are asked to notify the Marina Office of their general sailing plans whenever possible. This is useful in case of emergency and allows the Marina Operatives to maximise the use of space around the Marina for visitors.

Accessible at all states of the tide full marine services Hafan Pwllheli is one of the finest yachting venues in Western Britain, benefiting from excellent facilities and access to some of the best sailing waters in the UK. The Lleyn Peninsula is renowned for its varied pattern of winds, moderate tidal and sea conditions, and the spectacular scenery of the Snowdonian mountains as a backdrop. This rugged coastline has been designated an 'Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty'.

Nice shelter from high westerly winds. Can dry out at low water on big rig tides

In Swansea Bay tidal streams flow anti-clockwise for 9.5 hours (Swansea HW -3.5 to +6), with at times a race off Mumbles Hd. From HW -6 to -3 the stream reverses, setting North past Mumbles Hd towards Swansea. Keep seaward of Mixon Shoal. When North of SW Inner Green Grounds (SWIGG) SCM It buoy, Q (6) + LFI 15s keep to West of dredged channel and clear of commercial ships. Yachts must motor in harbour and approach, maximum speed 4 knots.