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About
Plas Menai is the National Watersports Centre based on the banks of the Menai Strait overlooking the Isle of Angelsey. Owned and operated by Sport Wales, the centre and facilities is set in four acres of landscaped grounds with a large waterfront and dedicated slipway.
The Centre is a recognised RYA and BCU training centre and offers technical courses in sailing, windsurfing, powerboating, cruising, kayaking and instructor training. During the summer holidays, Plas Menai runs a variety of youth actvity holidays for children aged between 8-17yrs. The centre also runs adventure activities for families, schools, groups and teambuilding events for corporate customers.
The Centre can accommodate up to 100 people in comfortable twin-bedded ensuite rooms in the main complex and in our onsite dormitory style houses and is open throughout the year, (closed during the Christmas period).
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Plas Menai is the National Watersports Centre based on the banks of the Menai Strait. The centre offers courses in sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, cruising, powerboating and multi-activity. Courses range from beginner to advanced.
Canoeing
Plas Menai offers a range of canoe and kayak courses for all levels of ability. Our 5 day Learn to Kayak is a perfect introduction to all aspects of this dynamic sport including open boat canoes, closed cockpit and sea kayaks.
Kayaking
Discover the thrills of kayaking adventure and join the ever-growing band of people who have experienced our adventurous, well-organised and great value expeditions.
Power Boating
Powerboat training at Plas Menai is second to none, with an excellent range of hands-on courses to give you the confidence to handle powerboats on inland and tidal waters in diverse situations.
Windsurfing
Come and join us on the sheltered waters of the Menai Strait to take your first steps afloat, you’ll find it easy to get started and you’ll feel a great sense of achievement.
Dinghy Sailing
Feel the wind in your hair and the breeze on your face as we introduce you to the dynamic sport of sailing. Whether you are looking to sail on your own or with others, sailing offers plenty of variety and excitment.
Paddleboarding
Paddleboarding
Abseiling
Abseiling
Rock Climbing
Rock Climbing
Plas Menai has excellent shore-side facilities including an indoor heated swimming pool, fitness suite, mountain bike track, bar, lounge, free wi-fi and internet access, dining room and twin bedded en-suite accommodation.
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Guide Prices
Advanced bookings only - please visit our website for dates and prices of all our courses.
Facilities
Accessibility
- Disabled access
- Disabled toilets
- Facilities for hearing impaired
Booking & Payment Details
- Credit cards accepted (no fee)
Catering
- On-site catering
- On-site light refreshments
- Picnic site
Children
- Children welcome
Groups
- Education/study area
- Facilities for groups
Meeting, Conference & Wedding Facilities
- Facilities for conferencing
- Facilities for corporate hospitality
Parking
- Free Parking
Property Facilities
- Telephone (public)
Target Markets
- Accepts groups
Map & Directions
Road Directions
Plas Menai is situated between Bangor and Caernarfon on the A487, 5 minutes from the A55 expressway (exit 10). The centre has ample free car parking and disabled car parking spaces.
Accessible by Public Transport: Bangor station is 6 miles away.