WITH a gale blowing in the Bristol Channel, Barry Yacht Club sea rowing section launched its second new Celtic long boat.

The boat was purchased with the aid of a grant from Sport Wales in recognition of the development and enthusiasm of the sea rowing section since its inception in March this year.

With a swell building up on the slipway and in the harbour, the two new boats were successfully launched and the rowers enjoyed a very invigorating row in the outer harbour.

For information on sea rowing, check the Barry Yacht Club website.