Cardigan Bay closed weekdays from 6-24 June

We have been informed that a large area of Cardigan Bay will be closed to all vessels on weekdays (i.e. Monday to Friday) from 6 to 24 June as the Aberporth Range will be active. 

MOD Aberporth has provided the following information (aimed at yachts and other sailing boats, but with important information for all paddlecraft in the Cardigan Bay area):

"We have a Trial activity coming up which starts on the 6th of June, running for three weeks (unless if they complete earlier). Unfortunately this Trial has one of the biggest weapon safety traces that we use, which results in us needing to keep most of the bay clear of shipping.

Hopefully the map [above] gives you an idea of the size of the safety trace (yellow circle – 18NM), and we realise that it is a lot to ask but can you remain clear of this area from 09:00 through to 16:30 each week day (not weekends).

We realise that the sailing season is now getting underway and that you have a lot of activities planned, but can we ask that you make your members aware of our Trial activity and ask that they steer around the safety area during this period please. We will be making hourly broadcasts on IMM channel 16 and 11 throughout the day, and you can also get in contact by phone by dialling 01239 813 760."

As above, we advise all paddlers to remain clear of the area demarcated by the yellow circle between 9am and 4.30pm Monday to Friday from Monday 6 June until Friday 24 June (or until advised otherwise) for safety reasons.

MOD Aberporth is a military testing range established in Cardigan Bay during the World War II. You can find out more about MOD Aberporth on their website:
https://www.qinetiq.com/en/aberporth/about