Coldingham Bay Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
NE to E
Wind
SW
Surf Height
Thigh to head high.
Tide
All tides but best low to mid.
Coldingham Bay Surf Guide
Small, crescent shaped sandy bay, fronted by beach huts. Works best on lower tides. Always smaller here than at Pease Bay due to shelter from St Abb's Head. When it does break there's fun peaks. Parking just back from beach.
Ability Level
Beginner - Intermediate
Any and all when small.
Local Vibe
Welcoming
Chilled.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Can get busy, but manageable.
Spot Rating
Fun
Fun, peaky waves.
Shoulder Burn
Light
OK, except when big.
Water Quality
Clean
OK.
Hazards
Rocks, rips when big.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Fish, Funboard, Longboard, Bodyboard
Access
Pay car park a short walk from the beach. Can get busy - popular with day trippers.
Bottom
Sand with a couple of rock outcrops.
Best Season
September - February as needs bigger swells.
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