Bamburgh Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
NE, E, SE
Wind
SW to W
Surf Height
Thigh high to overhead.
Tide
Breaks through the tides.
Bamburgh Surf Guide
This is the best-known, most consistent and most picturesque break in the Northumbria area, a long stretch of sand that lies beneath the imposing turrets of Bamburgh Castle. To the north of the castle is an outcrop of reef that can have fun lefts, then running south for a couple of miles the beach stretches all the way to the village of Seahouses. The northeasterly facing aspect of this section means it is a swell magnet, with peaks, sandbanks and occasional rocky outcrops. Can fire in groomed north and northeast swells that roll out of the Arctic or the occasional southeasterly winter swell. Still a place where new faces in the lineup can be greeted with a welcoming smile. Parking behind dunes.
Ability Level
All Abilities
Suitable for all when small.
Local Vibe
Welcoming
Friendly.
Crowd Factor
Mellow
Quiet.
Spot Rating
Fun
Consistently flat during the summer but produces fun peaks when breaking.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Mellow in small swells, more rips when it pumps.
Water Quality
Clean
Clean.
Hazards
Watch out for rips when over waist high.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Fish, Longboard, SUP, Bodyboard, Bodysurfing
Access
A number of car parks to north and south of castle behind the dunes.
Bottom
Big sand beach with occasional finger of reef where banks can accumulate.
Best Season
September - February when the North Sea comes to life.
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