Welcome to Bawdsey Quay Watersports!

Bawdsey Quay Watersports Centre is on the north bank of the River Deben estuary, opposite Felixstowe Ferry on the Suffolk coast. With access to the mouth of the river at all states of the tide, we have both river and sea sailing areas which offer safe learning environments for beginners. More experienced sailors will enjoy the more challenging waters offshore.

We offer sailing, powerboating and kayaking as well as other activities such as raft building.

BQW is licensed by the Royal Yachting Association and the Adventure Activities Licensing Authority. The Centre is inspected annually to ensure the highest standards of safety and quality. Our courses are accredited by the RYA.

The Centre has different classes of sailing dinghies including Picos, Toppers, Lasers and Wayfarers. Safety boats are always on the water when sailing takes place.

For course information and requirements please refer to the 'Course List' section.