The Anglesey Offshore Dinghy Race, also known as AODR, is the North West's premier offshore dinghy and catamaran race. It has been held since 1965 and has become an iconic event in the region. The next race is planned to take place on the 18th of August 2024. The race welcomes both returning sailors and new entrants.
In 2023, the race was held on the 13th of August. It followed the traditional course starting from Beaumaris on the picturesque Menai Straits and finishing at Traeth Bychan on the island's north-eastern coast. The total distance covered was over 15 nautical miles. The race is part of the Allen Endurance Series.
Photos of the 2023 race can be found on the website. The event was sponsored in 2023, and the results are now posted online.
To participate in the race, interested individuals can check the Notice of Race for the 2023 race on the website. The entry form for the next race is expected to open in 2024. Sailing instructions for the 2023 race are also available on the website.
The race begins off The Green at Beaumaris and heads northeast along the Menai Straits. The fleet then passes between Puffin Island and Anglesey, before reaching Red Wharf Bay. The most northerly mark is off Moelfre, and then the fleet turns back to finish off Traeth Bychan at the Red Wharf Bay Sailing and Watersports Club.
Accommodation options are available for participants, ranging from local campsites to fine hotels. For further inquiries, individuals can contact the Race Manager. Joining the race requires registration, which can be done on the website. The event also provides sail training opportunities for those interested.
For more information, including the event's history, rules, and club contact details, individuals can visit the event's website or get in touch directly. The Red Wharf Bay Sailing & Watersports Club is hosting the event and holds all rights reserved.
