Runton Surf Guide

Surf spot guide

Ideal Surf Conditions

Swell Direction

N,NE or E.

Wind

SW

Surf Height

Thigh high to overhead.

Tide

Not high.

Runton Surf Guide

Best known break on this part of the coastline, an average section of beach break with chalk-flint reef offering short rights and longer lefts. Best from mid to three quarter tide. Like many breaks here its exposed to winds. Water is brown from the fine sediment.

Ability Level

Beginner - Intermediate

BegIntAdv

Fun for all surfers when small, better for the more experienced in bigger waves.

Local Vibe

Welcoming

WelcomingIntimidating

Fairly relaxed.

Crowd Factor

Moderate

MellowHeavy

Popular when swells kick in.

Spot Rating

Poor

PoorPerfect

Fun, mellow, peeling waves.

Shoulder Burn

Light

LightExhausting

OK unless big when currents and rips kick in.

Water Quality

Fair

CleanDirty

OK - can be sewage after heavy rains.

Hazards

Rips, reef.

Bring Your

Shortboard, Fish, Funboard, Longboard, SUP

Access

Parking in car park by slipway.

Bottom

Sand and chalky-flint.

Best Season

September - February when the North Sea comes to life.

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