Boscombe Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
E windswells, SW groundswells
Wind
N
Surf Height
Thigh high to overhead.
Tide
Prefers incoming mid tide.
Boscombe Surf Guide
This is the spot that put the spear in the heart of the artificial reef concept. With the reef now gone, the sand still forms banks either side of Boscombe Pier, producing fairly average waves, except in a rare huge W or big SW groundswell when it can get very good. Picks up a bit more swell than Bournemouth.
Ability Level
Beginner - Intermediate
Good for all, especially when small.
Local Vibe
Doable
Competitive but mostly relaxed.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Popular spot with both locals and travelling surfers. Tight take off area. Be respectful and wait your turn.
Spot Rating
Poor
Mostly average waves from windswells, but can have some excellent days when a rare groundswell arrives.
Shoulder Burn
Light
OK, rip by the pier.
Water Quality
Clean
OK - can be sewage after heavy rains.
Hazards
Rips, crowd, pier.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Fish, Funboard, Longboard, Bodyboard, Bodysurfing, SUP
Access
Limited parking in the Overstrand car park.
Bottom
Sand
Best Season
September - February are best when the big swells roll into the Channel.
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