The British region of North Devon has just joined the list of World Surfing Reserves. In this way, the peak becomes the 12th reserve in the world and the second in European territory. An international nomination that recognizes excellent surfing beaches, bringing together the local community and experts in protective actions.
The area has been recognized for the high quality and diversity of the waves, but also for the unique natural beauty of the surroundings, the long-standing and historic surf culture, and the importance to the community at large.
Located in the southwest of the UK, it has a coastline of over 30 kilometers that is home to countless quality waves. Now the region has more protection for its key environmental, cultural, and economic attributes.
This is the World Surfing Reserve with the coldest water of all. What makes this fact even more challenging is that the main surfing season in the area is precisely in the winter. The main waves are at Croyde, Woolacombe, Westward Ho!, Saunton, Putsborough and Lynmouth. The region aims to be an example for the whole country, so that in the future other places can become World Surfing Reserves.
Other World Surfing Reserves already recognized are: Malibu and Santa Cruz, in California, Manly Noosa and Gold Coast, in Australia, the Brazilian Guarda do Embaú, Todos Santos, in Mexico, Huanchaco, in Peru, Punta de Lobos, in Chile, and Ericeira, in Portugal.
Infos: Hardcore and Eaves
Photos: Save the Waves Collection
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