Polzeath Surf Guide

Surf spot guide

Ideal Surf Conditions

Swell Direction

W

Wind

ESE

Surf Height

Thigh high to overhead.

Tide

All tides, but beach opens up at low.

Polzeath Surf Guide

Popular beach that breaks on all tides, offering peaks in the middle of the bay, lefts to the south and a right that breaks off Pentire Point in bigger swells. Good for all abilities and popular with beginners in summer.

Ability Level

Beginner - Intermediate

BegIntAdv

Good for all surfers, popular with beginners.

Local Vibe

Welcoming

WelcomingIntimidating

Relaxed.

Crowd Factor

Moderate

MellowHeavy

Packed with holiday makers in the summer, always busy when small and clean.

Spot Rating

Fun

PoorPerfect

Fun peaks, walling waves.

Shoulder Burn

Light

LightExhausting

Easy.

Water Quality

Clean

CleanDirty

Clean.

Hazards

Crowds in the summer with occasional ex-Prime Ministers and junior royalty.

Bring Your

Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, Fish, SUP, Bodyboard

Access

There is parking both overlooking the beach as well as a quirky car park on the beach.

Bottom

Sand

Best Season

September - November.

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