A surfer checks the waves at Rhossili. Image by Claire Beach.
Wales' coastline is littered with pristine beaches, reefs and river mouths all perfect for surfing. There are now more than 250,000 surfers in the UK, many of whom live and surf here in Wales.
Surfing beach guides
Use these beach guides with care and always seek advice if you're unsure about where to surf. Never surf alone and always let someone know where you're going.
South East beaches
South East Wales has a strong surfing tradition and an abundance of surf spots, attracting surfers from along the M4 corridor.
South West beaches
Heading west, you'll notice a dramatic change in the sea colour as you approach Gower and Pembrokeshire.
Mid Wales beaches
North of Pembrokeshire lies Cardigan Bay, where hidden reefs and secluded sandy bays lie dormant, waiting patiently for sw storms.
North West beaches
Pebbled point breaks and river mouths make way for the pristine surfing beaches of the Llyn Peninsula and Anglesey.
Welsh surfing features
Surf schools in Wales
Tired of watching? Find a qualified surf school in your area. It's never too late to start.
Surfing etiquette in Wales
A look at the rules of surfing etiquette in Wales which keep the sport safe and fun for everyone.
Surfing conditions and forecasts
Surf conditions, reports, cams and forecast websites for surfing locations around Wales.
Interpreting wave buoys in Wales
Save petrol and maximise surf time by learning to use the latest wave buoy information for the Welsh coast.
Surf spots in Wales
Explore the coast
Wales is full of great surfing beaches. Here are the best ones.
Articles
Sharing the waves
Discover which species you're likely to encounter whilst surfing in Wales.
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| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conditions |  sunny |  cloudy |  sunny intervals |
| Max Temperature | Max: 16°C | Max: 13°C | Max: 13°C |
| Min Temparature | Min: 10°C | Min: 8°C | Min: 6°C |
Extreme weather
Video clips
A collection of archive clips showing extreme weather conditions in Wales.
