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HYDRO ABERSOCH

Hydro Abersoch is a fully certified RYA Training Centre, run by Andrew and Danielle Johnson. It is based on Abersoch main beach on the beautiful Llyn peninsula in North Wales. Hydro Abersoch offers a wide range of activities to suit everyone from beginners to the more experienced, including sailing, powerboating, paddle boarding, kayaking, PWC courses and even our Little Pirates Club for younger family members. We can also provide a variety of activities for larger groups, such as birthday parties, corporate events or Hen and Stag parties. 

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HYDRO PWLLHELI

Building on the success of Hydro Abersoch we have decided to open our second RYA Training Centre in Pwllheli marina, offering RYA Powerboat Level 1, RYA Powerboat Level 2 and RYA PWC Jetski proficiency courses. The marina offers a great location to run courses from due to its sheltered water and all year round access. Please use the link below to book for Hydro Pwllheli only. 

RYA Powerboat Level 1 

Ages 8+ Anyone over 12+ complete level 2 instead. 

1 Day 

£220pp Inc VAT

RYA Powerboat Level 2 ICC

Ages 12+ 

No previous experience required. 

£390pp Inc VAT 

This course can be done on your boat or ours. 

RYA PWC (Jetski) Proficiency

1 day 

£295pp Inc VAT 

Max 3 PWC's 

2 People per ski

PWC Hire £65 Course use only. 

​ 1 hour lesson / 2.5 hour lesson Dip your toe in the water before deciding whether to go for a course. Starting with theory, then land drills then onto the water.   1 Hour lesson £80pp  2.5 Hour lesson £95​pp (Inc VAT)

Beginner Courses  Our beginners courses are centered around the RYA Level 1 Start Sailing course & the RYA Level 2 Basic Skills course. These are our most popular scheduled courses. This course mixes and matches between the Laser Funboat, Pico and the Laser 2000. 

Each Level comprises of a 2 day course:

 Level 1 Monday & Tuesday

Level 2 Wednesday & Thursday.  

(Please keep Friday free incase we have bad weather during the week)

These are run weekly during the summer school holidays. 

Outside school holidays we will try and run a course to suit you.

Level 1 £275 per person  (Inc VAT) Level 2 - £275 per person (Inc VAT)

Level 1&2 combined £500 per person (Inc VAT) 

Must be 4 consecutive days. 

To receive the discount please book the level 1 then get in touch with us and we can send you a discount link for the level 2. 

Intermediate  RYA Level 3 - Better Sailing 2 day course. Enhance your skills and develop techniques with a range of tasters from the advanced modules. Must be up to Level 2 sailing standard. Please contact us for dates.£300 per person (Inc VAT)

Advanced Courses RYA  Day Sailing 

RYA Sailing With Spinnakers

RYA Seamanship Skills.

(Two day courses)

All £320pp (Inc VAT)  

High Performance Dinghy Lesson This lesson can be ran as a 1 or 2.5 hour lesson and is designed for competent sailors wishing to learn and develop skills. 1 hour £85pp 

2.5 hours £110pp (Inc VAT)   

Own Boat Tuition If you want a fast track to understanding your own boat and how to sail it better, then invite us on board!  £95pp for 2.5 hours tuition. (Inc VAT) 

RYA PWC Proficiency

This one day course will set you up for everything you need to know about jet ski driving. The course covers: Launching, handling and recovery skills, passage planning and decision making, high and low speed riding skills, essential safety information, collision avoidance and orientation at sea. 

On your own ski: 

£295 per person (Inc VAT)

Ski rental available for course use only:

£65 for the day. (Inc VAT)

Max:  3 Ski's,  6 people, 2 on each ski. 

For courses please click the book now button. (Bottom Left)

RYA Powerboat Courses

RYA Powerboat Level 1

For ages 8-12years. 

This one day course provided your child with basic powerboat skills. You'll feel more confident in letting them take the wheel. During this course they will complete both high and low speed manoeuvres.   

£220 per person, max of 3. (inc VAT)

RYA Powerboat Level 2 (ICC) The two day course covers all the to day basis. Launch and recovery, safety equipment, navigation, high speed boat handling, close quarters manouvering, man overboard and much more. Price - £390 per person. (Inc VAT) (Max 3 spaces - Ages 12+)

Current Course Dates

Please click the Book Now button (bottom left) to see availability. 

RYA Safety Boat This course improves boat handling techniques and the recovery and towing of dinghies, catamarans, windsurfers and disabled powerboats. A pre requisite for an RYA senior instructors course. Price - £325 per person. (Inc VAT)

(Must already have an RYA powerboat level 2 certificate - Ages 16+)

We don't run this course very often so please contact us for details. 

Dinghies for Rental

A safety boat will be on hand to help out however you are expected to be able to: 1. Sail to RYA Level 2 Standard2. Recover from a capsize. 3. Return to shore on time. ​

Funboat The laser funboat is possibly the most stable sailing dinghy ever made. This boat is perfect for a beginner to hire once they have had a small amount of tuition. Seats 2 adults or one adult and two children. All safety kit provided. Price - £65 one hour, £75 two hours. (Inc VAT) 

Pico The Laser Pico is a fun, durable, confidence-inspiring, rotomolded boat that can be sailed by everyone. It is one step up from the funboat so ideal for course completed entry-level sailors right up to the experienced racer wanting some time on the water. It is equipped with a removable jib. Seats 2 adults or 1 adult and 2 children. All safety kit provided. Price - £65 one hour, £75 two hours. (Inc VAT)

Laser 2000 The Laser2000 is designed with stability, safety and performance in mind. It is created for leisure and ease of use, but not at the expense of performance. Stability and a sturdy hull design make it easy to sail. The Laser 2000 comes with a single line reefable mainsail and furling jib for added sailing comfort in a breeze. It also has a kite for the more experienced sailor. Seats up to 4. All safety kit provided. Price - £75 one hour, £95 two hours. (Inc VAT) 

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Supervised Hire

One of the most simplest ways of getting onto the water on a sunny day. The stable and colourful kayaks are perfect way to see the beach from the water. Buoyancy aid provided and must be warn at all times. Single - £15 per hour Double - £30 per hour​  (Inc VAT)

Paddle Board (SUP)

The latest trend will keep your core strong and test your balance.  Whether you paddle for fitness or fun paddle boarding is great fun. 

£25 per hour. (Inc VAT)

(Only one person per board) ​

Jumbo Paddle Board

Great fun for big groups! This giant Paddleboard can take up to 7 people! Perfect for stag/hen do’s, birthday parties or just a group of friends! 

£20pp - Min of 4, max 7. 1 hour 

Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP)

£25 per hour  (Inc VAT)

1 Hour £75 2 Hour £95 (Inc VAT)

Little Pirates Kids Club

Especially for the  young ones, Little Pirates is a fun week full of different activities. During the week the kids will Sail, Kayak, paddle Board, jumbo paddle board and enjoy beach games.  We will aim to complete all activities but due to weather some activities may be repeated. They will be with a RYA instructor throughout the week who also holds a first aid qualification. 6:1 ratio as a maximum. ​Summer holidays. Monday - Friday  09:30-12:00 Ages 6-10 as a guide £290 per child. (Inc VAT)

1 hour £60 2 hours £75 (Inc VAT)

1 hour £75 2 hours £95 (Inc VAT)

Opening Hours

Open March - September

Bookings only 

Please check social media for up to date opening hours. 

To book please click BOOK NOW on the bottom right. 

If you would like to speak to someone first, please call 07917525540

Terms & Conditions

How to find us:

We are on Abersoch Main Beach

Post Code LL53 7DP

As you come into Abersoch Village you'll see a garage (W&G Williams) go up the lane between the garage and 'Two Islands' cafe. 

Keep going along the lane, drop down into the carpark. 

Go down the slipway onto the beach, we are on the shelf on the left hand side, the big grey cladded hut. Look out for our white RYA Flag. 

Start Times 

Courses -  10:00

Little Pirates - 9:30

Hire between 10:00-16:00

(Subject to weather conditions)

Please check opening times.

Please note not all boats are available for hire all season. 

​​​On arrival you will be asked to complete a registration form & pay any outstanding balance.

Powerboat level 2 & PWC customers please bring a passport size photograph of yourself. 

Carpark  

£5 for the day - Cash Only

You will be given everything you need for going afloat. 

You may wish to bring: 

Your own wetsuit/sailing kit.

Towel, suncream, bottle of water, spare change of clothes, sun glasses, hat. 

We take no responsibility for any

customer valuables. 

However, we do have some lockers available. 

Lunch is not provided with any course. 

Please bring packed lunch or beach cafe's are available. 

2 Day courses will have an hour for lunch. Usually between 12:30-1:30

Please use the Book Now button on the bottom left,

Booking Fees Apply. 

if you can't find what you are looking for please call, whatsapp or pop in. 

All bookings are only secure once full payment is made. 

Cancellations

Hydro Abersoch reserves the right to cancel any booking due to weather / sea conditions. 

 In the event of cancellation by the customer, the full booking cost is non refundable including booking fee. ​

Complaints 

Here at Hydro Abersoch we try our best to get everything spot on. However, if you feel you need to contact us about something please email us and we’ll get straight back to you. 

Online registration

Please select the correct form to complete before your arrival. 

Please call to book before completing a form. 

Please note if its a group of adults they must complete their own.

Lessons / Course & Dinghy Hire 

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Kayak & Paddle Board Hire  

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We’d be happy to provide you with additional information about individual courses and activities at Hydro. The best way is to call us on 07917525540. Please be aware emails are not monitored at peak times as we do not have access to the internet at the beach office. If you would like us to call you back please leave us with your mobile number as sometimes its easier to call you back than reply to an email.  Also please check your junk mail as our reply may end up in there!

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Property summary last updated: 05/03/2024.

Powerboat Club, Abersoch is a property - it is ranked as the most expensive property* in LL53 7AL, with a valuation of £950,000.

Since it last sold in November 2018 for £798,000, its value has increased by £152,000.

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• If no refurbishment work has been carried out since it was last purchased, we expect the property to sell for between £917k and £983k; with the most likely sale price being £950,000.
• This property only has one recorded sale since 1995 so it doesn't have a historic investment return or rating yet.
• 37 properties have sold at an average price of £479,175 over the last 12 months (in the area coverring LL53 7 ).

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The most paid for a property in , LL53 7AL was £798,000 in 2018.

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The most likely sale price is £950,000 but at the lower end we think it should fetch a minimum of £917,000.

If the property was previously purchased in a bad state of repair, making home improvements could increase its sale price to £1,246,000.

This property has increased in price by £152,000 since it last sold in 2018 - this equates to a 3.3% rise each year.

If the property has been refurbished or extended since it was last purchased, tell us about any home improvements to get a revised valuation.

Cost per square foot valuation

• If this property is similar in size to the average property here - utilising the average cost per square foot, we would expect it to have a valuation of £612k.
• This is based on it having an internal floor area of 990 square feet.
• For it to sell for this amount, we would expect it to be in a similar state decoratively to the average property here and also have a similar sized plot of land.
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• Prices here range from £50,000 to £950,000.
• Expect to pay £525 to £710 per square foot for property in LL53 7AL.
• The latest sale in LL53 7AL went for £686k on 15 Jul 2020 .
• The average price of property in Lon Garmon is £467,660
• Property in Lon Garmon typically sells for between £345 and £467 per square foot.
• Properties in Lon Garmon are currently valued at an average cost per square foot of £406.

The property market across LL53 7

• The average price paid for all property types in the area LL53 7 over the past year is £479k.
• Properties have been selling for £415 per square foot across LL53 7.
• 37 properties have sold over the last 12 months (in the area coverring LL53 7).

What are some of the other properties worth?

The cheapest property here in LL53 7AL is valued at £50k.

At the top end, the most expensive property is worth £950k - this postcode has an average valuation of £558k.

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Novorossiysk, a Soviet Hero City most never even heard of, is located in the Krasnodar Krai , between the popular resort towns of Anapa and Gelendzhik in the Tsemes bay. It’s one of the Russia’s largest port that is ice-free all year around, loading daily lots of feights and oil. I visited Novorossiysk in the summer 2022 and I was positively surprised and very much enjoyed my few days there. The city has Southern beach vibes, Soviet history in every corner and its backcountry hides Russia’s best sparkling wine. Novorossiysk is in my opinion a place not to be missed if you travel between Krasnodar and Sochi. This guide contains everything you need to know to visit Novorossiysk, including how to get there, where to sleep & eat, and must-visit places around the city. Last updated : 19/02/2024

Brief history

The city of Novorossiysk was founded in the 19th century on top of the Turkish fortress of Sujuk-kale. Well before that, archeologists say that the place was inhabited since the 5th century B.C. Novorossiysk was once called Bata, a Greek town of the Bosporus Kingdom trading mostly grain and fish. Bata was destroyed in the 2nd century B.C by the Alans. Circassian tribes moved in before getting kicked out by the Khazars and Mongols and moved to the mountains. In the 13th century, the Tsemes Bay belonged to the Golden Horde. Then the Batario fortress was built by people from Genoa, as they controled the sea trading routes between East and West. It defended the town from the Circassian tribes. In 1943 a handfull of soviet soldiers including L. Brezhnev, heroically defended the city from the Nazis. It reveive the Hero City title in 1973. Today the city of over 270 000 inhabitants is the naval base of the country’s Black Sea fleet and one of Russia’s largest sea port loading freights and oil each day.

Not so fun facts : #1 There are sanctions on the Novorossiysk commercial port since spring 2022. However it doesn’t look like it when watching the constant traffic of cargos in the bay. #2 The Tsemes bay is sometimes hit by windstorms and bora winds, reaching up to 220k/h.

How to get there

• Train : The train station is quite far from the city center, better to take a bus rather than walk (I did). The station is located in the middle of the port and it smells oil right out of the train … There are daily train from/to Moscow and Krasnodar (including the Latoshka fast speed train). However to go to Sochi, one must change in Tuapse. You can buy your train ticket on Russiantrain with a foreign Visa/Mastercard.
• Bus : The bus station is located in the very center, next to the central market. There are plenty of long distances buses from Novorossiysk, to Sochi, Krasnodar, Crimea and beyond. There is only one counter (kassa) to buy ticket and no english is spoken. The marshrutka station to towns nearby like Abrau Durso is just across the road from the main bus station.
• Plane : At the time of writing, the airport is not working due to the SMO . The closest working airport is Sochi’s.
• Boat : As far as I know, there’s no passenger boat to other countries around the Black Sea anymore. You may contact the russian shipping company Transflot , Novorossiysk’s port is after all one of Russia’s largest port.

Where to sleep

Novorossiysk is a city for business more than leisure, but there are lots of accomodation for every budget.

I’ve stayed at Chocolate hostel. It was a last minute booking in the middle of summer so I didn’t have much choice. Very clean, nice staff, no english spoken, no windows in the rooms. This is the one on the right side of the road coming from the city center. Booking only with a russian bank card.

Where to eat

I’ve stayed a couple of days in Novorossiysk and I have 2 very nice places really worth to mention for tasty food, friendly staff and cosy environment (all 3 combined is a gem in Russia IMO).

A couple of other places I passed by that looked great but had no time to try out : Nabokov Khizhnaya Kofeya for coffee and books, Restaurant Kavkazsky Dvoruk if like me you love Caucasian food. I also spotted a halal stolovaya in front of the marshrutka bus station and overall the city is dotted with super nice places to eat various food. If you have no time to go to Abrau Durso, you can still taste their wine in 1870 Abrau restaurant .

Places to visit

Novorossiysk is all about Soviet history and here are the best places to visit around the city :

• The cruiser Mikhail Kutuzov was a Soviet then Russian navy’s cruiser and is now a naval museum. You’ll be stunned be its size ! A must-see when in the city. Official webite
• Malaya Zemlya complex memorial . The massive concrete structure reprensents a ship landing Soviet soldiers. In 1943 a handfull of soldiers heroically defended the city from the Nazis. Hense the Soviet Hero City status. Inside the building you’ll find a gallery museum with plaques of soldiers’ names and Soviet patrioc songs playing.
• Novorossiysk State Historical Museum-Reserve aka the museum of local lore is a great place to learn about the city’s past. During the Bosporus Kingdom’s time, which was an ancient Greco-Scythian kingdom, the city was called Bata. There are plenty of artifacts and archeological founds to discover in the museum. It’s also part of a tourist route project, The Bosporan Kingdom Golden Ring , a travel itinerary to discover the Kingdom’s historical cities spread between Crimea and the Kuban region. Learn more about the project on the official website .
• The Heros’ alley is another Soviet memorial located in the park around Ploshchad’ Geroyev.
• The central market is a great place for cheap yet fresh local veges and fruits. It’s located in the very city center, walk the park along Sovetov street to reach Lenin’s square on your way to the bus station.
• Along the seaside promenade there’re plenty of old canons, statues, memorial of the unknown sailor and many others. Pleasant, green and very clean.
• Across the water opposing the city, you’ll find the ruines of the Soviet palace of culture built in 1940-1941. It was bombed before it actually opens. Now the ruins have been left has a memorial. You’ll find a tank displayed nearby.
• South of the city, in the village of Myskhako is the Dolina Smerti memorial aka the Death valley. It was an important location for the defense of the city. Leonid Brezhnev who took part of the Novorossiysk’s battle planted a tree there in the 70’s.
• Abrau Durso’s winery . A day trip to the hidden gem village and lake of Abrau – Durso is a must-do. Hop on a 20 minutes marshurtka drive to drink Russia’s best sparkling wine by a beautiful clear water lake surrounded by vineyards.

I loved the city for a few reasons : the people are friendly and laid back, the fyord-like bay, it is way less touristy than the resort towns of Sochi, Tuapse, Gelenzhjik or Anapa along the Black Sea and it’s a Soviet city of historical importance.

There you have it, a complete travel guide to the Soviet hero city of Novorossiysk. Let me know in the comments if it’s on your Russia travel bucket list !

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Loo Temple, Bolshoy Sochi, Krasnodar Krai,Russia

Aibga Ridge

This spectacular mountain ridge stretches for 23 kilometers and has the Rosa Khutor Alpine Resort nestled at its feet. The ridge comprises of 10 peaks, with the four tallest being the best known: Aigba peak I (2391 m), peak II (2450,5 m), peak III (2462,7 m) and Black Pyramid (2375,3 m). Save a day or two to explore the ridge, full of rapid rivers, alpine meadows and waterfalls.

Aibga Ridge, Krasnodar Krai, Russia

Achepsinskie Waterfalls

To admire the spectacular views that Achepsinskie Waterfalls offer, you’ll have to endure a pretty tiring trekking route through the Achishkho Mountain to the Achipse River. But those striking panoramas are totally worth the sweat and while the trekking may be tough going, it has a very decent infrastructure.

Achipse River, Krasnodar Krai, Russia

Khmelevskie Lakes

Located almost 2000 meters above sea level, Khmelevskie Lakes is an alpine lake system, named after the Russian botanist Vikenty Khmelevsky. Spread around emerald-green alpine meadows and surrounded by lush green forests, there are four rather sizable overgrown lakes and a few smaller ones.

Khmelevskie Lake, Krasnodar Krai, Russia

Lake Kardyvach

Arguably the most popular tourist spot near Sochi, Lake Kardyvach is simply breathtaking. Situated 44 kilometers from the Krasnaya Polyana resort at the altitude of 1838 meters, the lake stays frozen for seven to eight months a year and even in summer the water temperature is never hotter than 12℃. The water in the lake changes its color depending on the time of year: in spring it turns green and in autumn it becomes dark blue, and no matter what season, it’s unbelievably clear. Lake Kardyvach, Krasnodar Krai, Russia

Akhshtyrskaya Cave

A unique monument of prehistoric architecture, Akhshtyrskaya Cave is set on the right side of Akhshtyrskaya Gorge, about 120m above the Mzymta River and 185m above sea level. The cave begins with a 20m corridor and then gets divided into two halls, 10m and 8m wide. The cave has been heavily explored by archaeologists, who discovered traces of Neanderthal culture dating back to 40,000 BC.

Akhshtyrskaya Cave, Bolshoy Sochi, Krasnodar Krai,Russia

Shakhe River

Sochi’s second most significant river, Shakhe begins high in the mountains and flows down to the Black Sea . 59 kilometers long, the river has some amazing natural attractions in its valley: Dzhegosh Gorge, 33 waterfalls, stone lake basins, ancient oak trees, rare plant life and so much more.

Shakhe River, Krasnodar Krai,Russia

Agura Waterfalls and Orlinyye Rocks

This is one of the most exciting hiking routes in the area. Taking you through spruce fir forest, to three cascading waterfalls and the sheer cliffs of the Orlinyye Rocks with head-spinning views. Agura Waterfalls, Bolshoy Sochi, Krasnodar Krai,Russia

Words can’t do justice to the virgin beauty of the Khuko Lake and scientists are still puzzling over the absence of any life in it. Set between Adygea and Krasnodar Krai, the lake offers incredible views of the mountains Fisht, Oshten and Pshekha-Su.

Khaki Lake, Krasnodar Krai,Russia

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