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BAE FEST
Wales’ largest free beach festival heads to Swansea Bay.
s titles go, the largest free beach festival in Wales is one to be proud of, especially considering the wealth of beautiful beaches along the Welsh coastline. Bae Fest currently holds the coveted title and returns to the foreshores of Swansea Bay on Sat 28 and Sun 29 Sept. This unique and colourful festival offers a packed programme of water as well as land-based events to suit people of all ages. If you’re a watersport enthusiast and looking for adventure you’ll be spoilt for choice with the wealth of outdoor activities on offer. This year the event will host Stand Up Paddle tournaments and free try-outs as well as surfing. Visitors will also benefit from the festival teaming up with 360 Beach and Watersports. As a unique multisport facility the centre will offer the perfect opportunity for groups and individuals to get involved with a range of water-based activities during the festival. A variety of events will also be taking place on the waterfront including live music, arts and crafts, a trading village, an eco-zone and plenty of family entertainment for all ages. Returning after a two-year break, the event will be hosted by the City And County Of Swansea for the first time. The
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concept of the festival was originally conceived by a resident of Swansea whose vision of widening access to outdoor and sporting activities began as an independent community festival. Jay Doyle, festival founder, is pleased that external orga