North Devon has a coastline of more than 30 kilometers that is home to extremely high quality waves,

It is a true cold water surfing sanctuary and the main waves at the peak are the Croyde, Woolacombe, Westward Ho!, Saunton, Putsborough and Lynmouth.

We have separated information and videos from each of them! Check it out, maybe it’s the destination for your next surf trip!

Croyde Bay Beach

Croyde is on the north coast of Devon and besides being one of the UK‘s top surfing peaks, it is also one of the most consistent. The wave is fast, so it’s not exactly the best place in the world to start surfing. Generally, board surfers usually like the peak that works best at low tide. The beach stretches between Down End and Baggy Point and is usually one of the most crowded places in the World Surfing Reserve.

Woolacombe Beach

Woolacombe is a beach that is more than 2 kilometers long, with several stands of waves. In 2015 and 2016 it was voted Britain’s best beach and has good conditions for beginners and experienced surfers alike. Although it works with any tide, the peak is even better at high tide or a few hours after high tide. Longboarders also usually enjoy the wave, and there is a wide variety of surfing schools there.

Westward Ho!

With more than two miles of sand, Westward Ho! can be full of surfers and yet not seem crowded. The peak is popular with longboarders and works with all tidal variations, with the best swell direction being southwest, but northwest swells also generate good waves there. However, it is not the most constant wave location, although it can withstand waves of up to 8 feet with good formation.

Saunton Sands Beach

Saunton Beach is a classic wave for longboarders. With more than 3 kilometers of flat, golden sand, the wave is long, slow, and constant. The best time is usually at high tide and a few hours after high tide. It is also an ideal peak for beginners. Many longboard competitions are held on this beach, such as the Hotdoggers Longboarders championship and the BigBoy Paddle.

Putsborough Beach

Putsborough Beach is a more sheltered location from the wind, so it is a good alternative when Croyde is in heavy seas. The peak works well when Croyde is 3 or 4 feet and is an excellent option for surfers looking for a smaller wave. The beach is beautiful and boasts stunning views, soft sands, and clean water. Putsborough Beach is an ideal beach for any beginner surfer, as well as those with a little more experience. This beach also won the award for 7th best beach in the UK.

Lynmouth

Lynmouth is considered by many to be one of the best point breaks in the UK. The peak is well sheltered, so it takes a big west swell or a huge southwest swell for the wave to wake up. When these conditions are combined with light south/southeast winds, long lefts break, generating walls that can extend to over 300m. Because of its reputation and as one of the few sheltered spots on this coast, when the forecast lines up for the peak, the peak gets crowded and many surfers come from far away to catch this wave. You have to be careful with the stones there.