Bracklesham Bay Surf Guide

Surf spot guide

Ideal Surf Conditions

Swell Direction

Big W to SW

Wind

N, NE

Surf Height

Thigh high to head high.

Tide

Not high.

Bracklesham Bay Surf Guide

A continuation of the beach from East Wittering, with similar characteristics so usually its all about the windswell. Better on low tides as high has shingle banks and groynes. Picks up slightly more swell as less blocked by Isle of Wight.

Local Vibe

WelcomingIntimidating

Chilled, friendly.

Crowd Factor

MellowHeavy

Less crowded than the Witterings.

Spot Rating

PoorPerfect

Catch it on a rare, clean groundswell and you'll find surprisingly good waves. Mostly messy but fun.

Shoulder Burn

LightExhausting

OK when small, long paddle when bigger.

Water Quality

CleanDirty

OK - can be sewage after heavy rains.

Hazards

Groynes, rips.

Access

Small Beachfront car park on East Bracklesham Drive.

Bottom

Sand and pebbles.

Best Season

September - February.

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