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Waverides Belfast

Carrickfergus, United Kingdom

About

Carrickfergus Marina, located on the northern shore of Belfast Lough, offers a well-equipped and accessible base for sail training. The Lough provides a good expanse of water with varied conditions suitable for learning, with the Antrim coast offering scenic sailing opportunities as you progress.

Courses (2)

Competent Crew

RYAAll Levels
1 week1-2 per berth

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Day Skipper

RYAAll Levels
1 week1-2 per berth

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Location

Carrickfergus Marina, 3 Quayside, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 8BJ, United Kingdom

The Area

The most convenient airport for reaching Carrickfergus Marina is Belfast City Airport (George Best Belfast City Airport - BHD), which is only about a 20-25 minute drive away. Belfast International Airport (BFS) is another option, located about 30-40 minutes away by car. From either airport, taxis, ride hailing services, or car rentals are available. Carrickfergus also has a train station with connections from Belfast, which can be reached from the airports.

Getting There

The best time for sailing in the Carrickfergus area and Belfast Lough is generally from late spring through to early autumn, roughly May to September. This period offers longer daylight hours, milder temperatures, and typically more favorable wind and sea conditions for sailing instruction and enjoying the coastline.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Waverides Belfast offers the following courses: Competent Crew, Day Skipper. Please review the listings above for details and pricing.

The primary training location is in Carrickfergus, United Kingdom. You can view the exact meeting point and map in the location section on this page.

Yes, Waverides Belfast is an internationally recognized RYA school offering official certifications.

You can contact Waverides Belfast directly using the contact buttons (email, phone, or WhatsApp) provided on this page to check availability and book your spot.

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