Sat 11th – Castle to Castle race Beaumaris Castle to Caernarfon Castle along the Menai between Anglesey and the North Wales Coast
The “Castle to Castle” race, hosted by the Royal Welsh Yacht Club (RWYC) in Caernarfon, is an annual event where rowing teams race from Beaumaris Castle to Caernarfon Castle. The 13-mile race is open to various boat types and crew sizes, including fixed seat and sliding seat boats. The race often involves challenging conditions, such as strong winds and tidal currents.
Key Details:
Location:
The race starts in Beaumaris and finishes in Caernarfon, both on the Menai Strait.
Distance:
Approximately 13 miles.
Boats:
Open to various sea-going class boats, including one, two, four, and six-seated options, both fixed and sliding seat.