FLAT HOLM VISIT

With no two visits the same, this is an Island to remember!

FLAT HOLM ISLAND VISIT

Flat Holm Island – the jewel in the Bristol Channel.

Flat Holm is a nature reserve managed by Cardiff Council. Positioned at the most Southerly point in Wales, 4.5 nautical miles from Cardiff.

The island is steeped in history and rich in wildlife with plenty to see and do. From the military remains with canons and gunning placements to the several species of wild birds, wild garlic and the unmistakeable Trinity House Lighthouse; there is something for everyone to see and do. Explore the displays highlighting Marconi’s first wireless transmission over water in 1897, how the island housed a cholera and isolation hospital and the part in played in World War II.

Departing from Mermaid Quay in Cardiff Bay, you will head towards Cardiff Bay Barrage and lock out into the Bristol Channel. Depending on the tides and weather, you will get an average of 2– 3 hours on the island for your visit. The Island Warden and volunteers will meet you upon arrival and are on hand to offer a guided tour of the island.

Flat Holm has a small shop and Wales’ most southerly pub – The Gull and Leek. There is plenty of space to relax and enjoy a picnic outside and you can purchase drinks from the pub and gifts from the shop – please note both of these are cash only.

STAYING ON FLAT HOLM

For the more adventurous you can even stay overnight in a range of the accommodation on offer or camp under the stars! (Arrange accommodation directly with Cardiff Harbour Authority then transport with us)

At Bay Island Voyages we have the knowledge and safety in place to ensure you have a great visit. Even after many years and many visits, we always find something new and exciting! No two visits are the same due to the changing seasons and wildlife on the Island. We run trips to the Island between March – October.

*As the island does not have its own waste disposal, they kindly ask that all visitors take their rubbish off the island with them.*

On selected dates there will be a member of the Flat Holm Society to offer a guided tour of the island (Free of Charge).

For more information on Flat Holm or to book your accommodation visit https://www.cardiffharbour.com/flat-holm-island/

Pricing / Information

Adult Tickets from £45

Child Ticket (up to and incl 15yrs) from £35

Additional Costs A £5 per adult/£2.50 per child LANDING FEE is payable directly to Cardiff Council Warden upon arrival. The island takes card payment, however please take CASH as a backup.

Duration: Between 2-2.5 hrs on the island (depending on tides)

Island Suitability: The Island is suitable for all ages, however, please be aware there are steps leading from the jetty up onto Flat Holm Island, along with some rugged terrain, therefore this trip may not be suitable for those who have walking difficulties.

Age suitability: The boat trip is suitable for those 1.1m tall and over who must be able to hold on for the duration of the trip by themselves in their own seat. It is not suitable for young children who cannot sit, brace and hold on by themselves. Please do not be offended if your child is refused based on safety grounds.

Please arrive on time as the boat cannot wait for late arrivals due to locking out times/tide times on the island. Late arrivals will not be refunded.

Please ensure you read our disclaimer before booking to ensure all members of your party are fit, well and able to travel with us.

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Flat Holm Island white lighthouse in the blue sunshine.

FLAT HOLM VISIT – 2026 CALENDAR

DATE	Meet at Mermaid Quay	Return to Mermaid Quay	DATE	Meet at Mermaid Quay	Return to Mermaid Quay
MARCH			JULY
Fri 13th	1030	1430	Tues 7^th	0900	1300
Sat 14th	1200	1600	Weds 8^th	0930	1330
Sun 15th	1300	1700	Thurs 9^th	1030	1430
Fri 27^th	1030	1430	Fri 10^th	1200	1600
Sat 28^th	1200	1600	Sat 11^th	1330	1730
Sun 29^th	1400	1800	Tues 21^st	0900	1300
APRIL			Weds 22^nd	1000	1400
Thurs 9^th	0800	1200	Thurs 23^rd	1030	1430
Fri 10^th	0900	1300	Fri 24^th	1200	1600
Sat 11^th	1030	1430	Sat 25^th	1300	1700
Sun 12^th	1200	1600	Sun 26^th	1430	1830
Thurs 23^rd	0830	1230	AUGUST
Fri 24^th	0930	1330	Thurs 6^th	0900	1300
Sat 25^th	1100	1500	Fri 7^th	1000	1400
Sun 26^th	1230	1630	Sat 8^th	1130	1530
MAY			Sun 9^th	1300	1700
Sat 9^th	0830	1230	Mon 10^th	1430	1830
Sun 10^th	1000	1400	Thurs 20^th	0830	1230
Mon 11^th	1130	1500	Fri 21^st	0930	1330
Tues 12^th	1230	1630	Sat 22^nd	1100	1500
Weds 13^th	1330	1730	Sun 23^rd	1230	1630
Sat 23^rd	0930	1330	Mon 24^th	1400	1800
Sun 24^th	1030	1430	Tues 25^th	1500	1900
Mon 25^th	1200	1600	SEPTEMBER
Tues 26^th	1300	1700	Sat 5^th	0930	1330
JUNE			Sun 6^th	1130	1530
Mon 8^th	0930	1330	Mon 7^th	1300	1700
Tues 9^th	1030	1430	Tues 8^th	1430	1830
Weds 10^th	1130	1530	Fri 18^th	0800	1200
Thurs 11^th	1230	1630	Sat 19^th	0830	1230
Sun 21^st	0900	1300	Sun 20^th	1000	1400
Mon 22^nd	1000	1400	Mon 21^st	1200	1600
Tues 23^rd	1100	1500	Tues 22^nd	1330	1730
Weds 24^th	1200	1600	Weds 23^rd	1400	1800
Thurs 25^th	1300	1700	OCTOBER
Fri 26^th	1400	1800	Sat 3^rd	0830	1230
Sat 27^th	1430	1830	Sun 4^th	0930	1330
			Mon 5^th	1130	1530
			Tues 6^th	1300	1700
			Mon 19^th	0930	1330
			Tues 20^th	1100	1500
			Weds 21^st	1230	1630
			Thurs 22^nd	1330	1730

PLEASE NOTE THAT DATES/TIMES MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DEPENDING ON AVAILABILITY, TIDES AND WEATHER.

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