R.I.B.C: Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria UK
Posted by: 
martlakes
N 54° 04.550 W 003° 10.495
30U E 488555 N 5991973
Roa Island Boating Club cater to both sailing craft and motor boats. Launching available at all states of the tide. Club house and social activities. Roa Island gives access into Morecambe Bay.
Waymark Code: WM36B4
Location: North West England, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 02/17/2008
Views: 17
RIBC has been established since 1957, encompassing various types of water sports including boat fishing, dinghy and cruiser sailing and racing, windsurfing and kayaking.
Roa Island (linked to the mainland by road causeway) is down channel from Barrow, it's sheltered behind Walney Island, and gives access out into Morecambe Bay and the Irish Sea. The main hazard is the tide which can rush through the channel between Piel and Roa at 6+ knots.
A lot of folk in Barrow have their own boat and go out fishing. Walney Channel is often busy with small boats heading in or out. Power boating has also become more popular with the diminishing opportunities in the Lake District.
Waterbody Name: Walney Channel, Morecambe Bay
Fee: yes
Number of Lanes: 1
Boat ramp hours: Not listed
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