Folkestone Surf Guide

Surf spot guide

Ideal Surf Conditions

Swell Direction

SW

Wind

NW

Surf Height

Thigh to head high.

Tide

Not high.

Folkestone Surf Guide

In big Channel storms or occasional big SW swells, there can be wedgy, walling waves at Sunny Sands, nestled in the lee of the harbour wall. Turns into a shore dump at high tide.

Local Vibe

WelcomingIntimidating

Friendly.

Crowd Factor

MellowHeavy

Quiet.

Spot Rating

PoorPerfect

Fun, wedgy, walling waves in stormy conditions. Can break in huge swells but rippy and heavy. Take care.

Shoulder Burn

LightExhausting

OK when small, heavy paddle when big.

Water Quality

CleanDirty

OK - can be sewage after heavy rains.

Hazards

Rips, shore dump at high.

Access

Parking by the harbour.

Bottom

Sand.

Best Season

December - February as needs big swells or storms.

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