From surfing to kitesurfing, windsurfing to surf kayaking - the surf is up in Wales.

Welsh surfers have always been amongst the best in Europe, which is not surprising given the heaps of great beaches on which to get to grips with new waves, from Rest Bay, Llangennith and Newgale in the south to Hell's Mouth and Whistling Sands in the North, and where you find good breaks you'll find a great selection of approved surf schools and centres.

It's not just the surf watersports which are popular in Wales, diving, windsurfing, coasteeering, canoeing are just a few of the other watersports you can enjoy in Wales. From the exciting developments (including a new whitewater kayak centre opening soon) in Cardiff Bay, to the Glamorgan Heritage Coast in the south, through to Pembrokeshire, the Teifi Estuary, Cardigan Bay, the Llyn Peninsula and the Isle of Anglesey there's a wide choice of award winning beaches and clean clear water, sheltered estuaries, crashing surf and an abundance of wildllife and natural scenic beauty.

Across the whole of Wales, both on the coast and on inland waters you can find a great choice of watersports centres, schools and instructors approved by their governing body which, whether you are trying a watersports for the very first time, or an expert looking to learn the latest technique, will provide you with a warm welcome and the most professional service. Search our database for more information.

There’s one more attraction too. Take a look at a map. You won’t want to waste precious time if you’re on a short break. The good news is that you’ll be in Wales before you know it. Contrary to popular misconception, Wales is just a few easy hours from most of the UK’s main centres of population, with amazingly speedy and straightforward motorway and dual-carriageway links from all points east.

So bring your board. Hop on a boat. Get wet. Get along to Wales. We look forward to welcoming you. For the full picture and more information on a big-hearted watersports country, search our databases for watersports centres, operators and locations!