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Welcome to Cardiff Yacht Club

Cardiff Yacht Club is a thriving yacht club that was originally founded in Cardiff in 1900. Today, the club is centrally located on the edge of Cardiff Bay, overlooking the Wetlands Nature Reserve, with panoramic views over the Bay and the Bristol Channel beyond.

We have about 300 yachts and motorboats permanently moored our pontoons in the freshwater bay. There are over 50 dinghies in the club and we have a fully equipped boat yard with boat hoist and telehandler

New members always welcomed

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Latest news

Egalia Race - Ladies Helm 2026 Race Report

My experience of the Egalia Race / Ladies Helm 2026...two firsts, and a lot of fun. It was with some trepidation that I took Olwen's helm for the CYC Egalia Race on the Bristol Channel on Saturday. Despite intentions of inclusivity, the race enables me to take part in my least favoured crew positionTHE HELM! I'm mindful, however, that (1) it's good to be pushed out of my comfort zone(2) it's just for fun More »

29 Aug 2026

LOCAL NOTICE TO MARINERS

Due to an increase in near-misses in the Wrach Channel and Cardiff Approaches, all mariners entering or exiting the Cardiff Bay Barrage are reminded to continue to comply with COLREGs. Please see the attached for full details. More »

17 Jul 2026

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