The Bitches

The Bitches, also known as the Biches and Whelps (the mother dog and her pups) are a set of rocks and a tidal race which is located between Ramsey Island and the Pembrokeshire mainland. 

The Bitches is a popular spot for experienced kayakers. People travel from all over the world, to ride the standing wave created by this amazing tidal force. The standing wave reaches up to 2 meters and can run at a speed of up to 16 knots.

Historically, many ships have been wrecked along this reef, including the St Davids lifeboat, the Gem, in the early 1900s, as at certain states of the tide some of the rocks may be completely hidden by water, making this area one of the most treacherous waters in the world. 

Whilst on our Ramsey Island Adventure trip, our experienced skippers will take you alongside  the Bitches so you can experience this incredible spectacle for yourselves.