Foryd Bay

Foryd Bay is a shallow estuarine bay on the North Wales coast, facing east toward the Irish Sea. The spot features extensive tidal flats and sand banks characteristic of sheltered coastal bays, with agricultural fields and coastal infrastructure directly adjacent to the water. The protected dike system indicates this is an actively managed coastal area with ongoing human use. This is a sheltered spot with limited fetch, producing choppy rather than well-formed waves. Wind reliability is low at 26.6%, making consistent sessions challenging. Best conditions occur with northerly winds providing side-shore flow across the bay's eastern exposure. Water temperatures average 11.1°C, requiring thermal protection year-round. The shallow bay suits beginners seeking flat-water progression space with reduced consequence zones. However, tidal exposure of mud flats significantly limits usable water time, restricting practice to mid-tide windows. Visible port infrastructure suggests commercial boat traffic. The spot works best for flat-water practice and light-wind sessions rather than wave riding or powered progression.