Bangor Live Cam

A cathedral city and community in Gwynedd, North West Wales

Hosted by:
  • Ballyholme Yacht Club
  • Seacliff Road
  • Bangor BT20 5HT - United Kingdom
  • 028 9127 1467
  • [email protected]
  • https://ballyholme.com/

What You're Watching

This camera provides a live view of Bangor. Bangor lies on the coast of North Wales near the Menai Strait Nine boats were built in Scotland for £80 each. One of the original owners is Robert Swanston, who still owns "Eileen" 60 years later. This class first raced in May 1939, "Eileen" winning the series of races. Between 1945/1950, in response to a demand to provide a boat suitable for younger members, a new class of 14' clinker built di.

Best Times to Watch

Time / PeriodWhat to expect
Early mornings 6–9am localQuietest — best light on water; surfers and fishermen active
Midday (11am–2pm) in seasonPeak beach activity; clearest water visibility in sunlight
SunsetGolden light — often most visually dramatic period
Storm / approaching weatherCheck wave size and conditions before visiting

Quick Facts

History & Context

Bangor lies on the coast of North Wales near the Menai Strait Nine boats were built in Scotland for £80 each. One of the original owners is Robert Swanston, who still owns "Eileen" 60 years later. This class first raced in May 1939, "Eileen" winning the series of races. Between 1945/1950, in response to a demand to provide a boat suitable for younger members, a new class of 14' clinker built dinghies took to the water. The Insects, as this class was called, enjoyed great popularity until the advent of modern plywood dinghies in the late fifties. The ability to build cheap, fast and lightweight dinghies from marine plywood heralded the arrival of large fleets of GP14s and Enterprises.

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