National marina group, boatfolk, reports boating is booming at Conwy Marina as it expands its boat subscription service – Beyonder. Launched in May 2024, the service has quickly generated a waiting list, prompting the boat subscription brand to add a second Jeanneau Merry Fisher 795 to its Conwy fleet, in a bid to meet the surge in local demand.
The addition of the second boat will enable even more people in the region to access flexible, subscription-based boating. The expansion reflects a growing appetite for boating in North Wales and aligns with the increased demand for more accessible, low-commitment ways to enjoy time on the water.
Jon Roberts, Marina Manager at Conwy Marina, said, “The increase in demand for Beyonder at Conwy has been phenomenal, and in response, we’re bringing a second boat into the fleet so more people can start their boating journey here in North Wales. It’s also fantastic for our existing members across the boatfolk group, giving them even more flexibility to explore our local waters.”
Beyonder offers members unlimited boating across a fleet of modern, well-maintained motorboats at marinas around the UK, including Conwy, Haslar and Portland. Designed for people new to boating or those looking for hassle-free access to the water, the service includes all training, maintenance and support.
A local couple, Gaynor and Dave (above), started their boating journey through the Beyonder subscription service at Conwy Marina, adding, “We first heard about Beyonder when a friend spotted a sign at Conwy Marina, and it sounded like the perfect way to get into boating without having to commit to the boat maintenance or buying kit. We look out to sea every day and decided we wanted to experience what the sea had to offer for ourselves in this idyllic part of the world. Booking was simple, the system was easy to use, and we could always get the days we wanted. We’d just turn up with friends or family, head out, enjoy a picnic on the water and come back without having to worry about any upkeep.
“The entire experience with the Beyonder subscription service was brilliant, we loved it so much that it gave us the confidence to step into boat ownership. boatfolk’s boatpoint team made the buying process straightforward and the marina community has been so welcoming. We wouldn’t have done it without the Beyonder scheme – it did exactly what it was designed to do.”
Now proud boat owners, Gaynor and Dave continue to enjoy life at Conwy Marina as part of the boatfolk community.
The flexibility of the Beyonder subscription also appeals to holidaymakers and second-home owners, with North Wales-based members able to book boats at other locations like the Solent and Dorset and vice versa.
With more people turning to subscription boating to escape, explore and enjoy time on the water, Conwy is quickly becoming a hub for the next wave of boaters, with Beyonder bridging the gap between boating aspiration and access.
For more information about boatfolk, its marinas, Beyonder boat subscription service and boatpoint brokerage, please visit www.boatfolk.co.uk.
