The heart of UK surfing: Atlantic-facing beach breaks that catch almost every swell, from first-timer sands to punchy peaks. See our full Cornwall & Devon regional guide for a side-by-side comparison of every spot. Not sure when to go? Check our season-by-season guide.
Cornwall's flagship beach break and the home of UK surfing. Fistral catches almost every Atlantic swell and works for everyone, from first-timers to contest surfers on a clean day.
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A consistent two-mile beach break just north of Newquay that works through all tides. Room to spread out and a surf school right on the sand.
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A vast, forgiving three-mile beach on the north coast — one of the friendliest places in Cornwall to learn, with lifeguards and plenty of space.
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A sheltered, family-friendly beach break tucked into the north coast. Gentle waves and a mellow feel make it a favourite for beginners.
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The far west of Cornwall, near Land's End: an exposed beach break that picks up the most swell in the county. Best for confident surfers.
See the spot arrow_forwardNorth Devon's punchy beach breaks and mellow learner beaches, plus a South Devon estuary gem.
A powerful, hollow beach break in North Devon that comes alive around mid-to-low tide. Heavier than its neighbours and best for confident, improving surfers.
See the spot arrow_forwardA long, forgiving stretch of North Devon sand just up the coast from Croyde. Mellower waves, plenty of room and surf schools on the beach make it ideal for learning.
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A gentle, rolling beach break with a long, mellow wave that is perfect for longboarders and beginners. One of the friendliest spots on the North Devon coast.
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South Devon's best beach break, at the mouth of the River Avon. A quality wave on the right tide — mind the strong ebb-tide currents.
See the spot arrow_forwardThe exposed classics of the Gower and Pembrokeshire, from all-abilities beaches to heavy, experts-only breaks. See our full Wales & Gower regional guide for a side-by-side comparison of every spot.
The Gower classic: a long, exposed beach that picks up plenty of Atlantic swell. Space to spread out, surf schools on the sand and waves for all abilities.
See the spot arrow_forwardTwo Gower gems: Rhossili's wild, exposed three-mile beach and the more sheltered, reef-and-beach mix of Langland near Mumbles.
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Pembrokeshire's most powerful beach break. Heavy, fast and exposed with strong rips and a rapid tide — one for experienced surfers only.
See the spot arrow_forwardCold-water surf, from a world-class Caithness reef to the North East's most reliable beach break.
A world-class right-hand reef break in the far north of Scotland. Serious cold water and a heavy wave — advanced surfers only.
See the spot arrow_forwardThe North East's most popular and reliable beach break, in North Yorkshire. A friendly, all-levels spot with a strong surf community.
See the spot arrow_forwardThe South Coast's flat-water and wave venues, the engine room of UK kitesurfing, windsurfing and wing foiling.
One of the UK's premier South-Coast kite, wind and wing venues — often called the birthplace of windsurfing — with reliable sea breezes.
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A West Sussex favourite for kite, wind, wing and SUP: a tidal lagoon for flat-water plus harbour-mouth waves, with designated riding zones.
See the spot arrow_forwardThe UK's flagship inland paddleboarding water.
England's largest lake and the country's best-known inland SUP destination. Long touring routes, sheltered bays and stunning Cumbrian scenery.
See the spot arrow_forwardChasing guaranteed wind or warm water in the off-season? These spots draw riders from all over the world.
Dominican Republic, Bonaire, Aruba: steady trade winds, 28°C water year-round and no wetsuit needed. Our complete guide covers seasons, safety and which island suits your discipline.
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One of the best windsurfing spots on Earth, in a protected lagoon where kitesurfing is banned to safeguard the wildlife. Our full guide covers schools, the marine park and getting there.
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Ultra-reliable east trade winds, shallow family-friendly water and the annual Hi-Winds festival every May — the Caribbean's most accessible spot for all levels.
Explore Aruba arrow_forwardThe birthplace of Caribbean surfing: Tres Palmas, Domes and Maria's, a reliable Atlantic swell from November to March and a genuine surf culture.
Explore Puerto Rico arrow_forwardA flat lagoon protected by a barrier reef at Le Vauclin — the only Caribbean spot in this guide that's part of the EU.
Explore Martinique arrow_forwardDamencourt for surf, Saint-François and Sainte-Anne for kite and windsurf: Guadeloupe covers every discipline in one French Caribbean island.
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Two disciplines, two coasts: reliable kitesurfing at Silver Sands on the Caribbean side, the demanding Soup Bowl wave at Bathsheba on the Atlantic side.
Explore Barbados arrow_forwardA still-under-the-radar kite destination, from Varadero to the "Polygono" zone system on the Cayos — worth the extra logistical planning.
Explore Cuba arrow_forwardProvo's flat-water lagoon, a British Overseas Territory where the US dollar is the official currency — simplicity and steady wind.
Explore Turks and Caicos arrow_forwardThe third of the ABC Islands, outside the hurricane belt, with flat water and near year-round consistent wind.
Explore Curaçao arrow_forwardOne of the world's most famous kitesurfing destinations, with over 300 windy days a year across Kite Beach, Bozo Beach and Encuentro's surf.
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Consistent trade winds and mild water year-round make the Canaries a firm winter favourite. Our guide compares all four islands by discipline and level.
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Europe's top surf destination: Nazaré's record-breaking big waves, Peniche's WSL-hosted beach breaks, and Sagres's dual-coast consistency for every level.
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Essaouira's reliable Atlantic trade wind and Dakhla's famous flat-water lagoon: essential for kite, windsurf and surf.
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