Strike Mission Surf Spots
type: ItemList
description: Expert-verified surf spot database with detailed swell/wind parameters, hazards, and travel information
number of items: 52
item list element: Thurso East
item list element: Porthleven Reef
item list element: Lynmouth
item list element: The Cribbar
item list element: Brimms Ness Bowl
item list element: Croyde Bay
item list element: Little Fistral
item list element: Bagpipes
item list element: Thurso Reef
item list element: Skara Brae
item list element: Crab Island
item list element: Porthcawl Point
item list element: Freshwater West
item list element: Brimms Ness Point
item list element: Dalmore
item list element: Sennen Cove
item list element: Pete's Reef
item list element: Kimmeridge
item list element: Salt House Reef
item list element: Eoropie
item list element: Dalbeg Slab
item list element: Clachtoll
item list element: Murkle
item list element: Manorbier
item list element: Machrihanish
item list element: Marwick Bay
item list element: Sandside Bay
item list element: Gills Bay Slab
item list element: Porth Neigwl
item list element: Fistral Beach
item list element: Rest Bay
item list element: Three Peaks
item list element: Bantham
item list element: Melvich
item list element: Torrisdale Bay
item list element: The Zorba
item list element: Whitesands Bay
item list element: Port Bharrapol
item list element: Cayton Point
item list element: St Agnes
item list element: Porthtowan
item list element: Freshwater Bay
item list element: Rhossili Bay
item list element: Llangennith
item list element: Saltburn
item list element: Tynemouth Longsands
item list element: Praa Sands
item list element: Compton Bay
item list element: Dunnet Bay
item list element: Newgale
item list element: Tolcarne Wedge
item list element: Sandy Bay
provider: Strike Mission
  type: Organization
  description: Surf forecast intelligence platform
date published: 2026-01-20
date modified: 2026-06-26T04:01:38.222Z

Thurso East
type: TouristAttraction
description: Thurso East is Scotland's crown jewel--a world-class right-hand reef that has hosted international competition and draws dedicated cold-water chargers from across the globe. When North Atlantic storms send clean groundswell down the Pentland Firth, this flat rock shelf transforms into mechanical walls and barrels that rival anything in Europe.
disambiguating description: Scotland's world-class right - Cold water perfection - North Atlantic power
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 58.5947
  longitude: -3.5189
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Caithness
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking right.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 325°
  description: Works best with swells from 325° (NW). Workable range: 300°-360°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1.2m - 4.5m
  description: Ideal size: 2.9m. Too small below 1.2m, too big (closeout) above 4.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 10s - 14s
  description: Needs at least 10s period. Ideal: 14s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 180° (S)
  description: Offshore wind from 180° (S). Offshore range: 135°-225°. Best window: both.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid
  description: Tide preference: mid.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Best Sept-March with large North Atlantic swells
tourist type: Expert surfers only
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, 🪨 Rocks, 🌀 Strong rips, 👥 Crowded
  description: Heavy reef break. Very cold water (7-12C). Crowds when classic. Booties essential year-round.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: INV
  type: Place
  description: 120 minutes drive from INV airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 7
  crowd level: 5
  water temp c: 10
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 325
    workable range min: 300
    workable range max: 360
    sweet spot size m: 2.85
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 180
    offshore range min: 135
    offshore range max: 225
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: INV
    drive time minutes: 120
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 5
    secondary months: 8
    secondary months names: Apr, May, Aug
    season explanation: Best Sept-March with large North Atlantic swells

Porthleven Reef
type: TouristAttraction
description: Porthleven is Cornwall's heavy-water arena--a powerful reef break that detonates beside the harbour wall when sizeable SW groundswells wrap into Mount's Bay. The wave is an A-frame but the right is the prize.
disambiguating description: Cornwall's heavy reef - Harbour wall barrels - SW swell magnet
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 50.0833
  longitude: -5.3167
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: South Cornwall
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 225°
  description: Works best with swells from 225° (SW). Workable range: 200°-260°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1.2m - 3.6m
  description: Ideal size: 2.4m. Too small below 1.2m, too big (closeout) above 3.6m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 10s - 14s
  description: Needs at least 10s period. Ideal: 14s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0° (N)
  description: Offshore wind from 0° (N). Offshore range: 315°-70°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: low-mid
  description: Tide preference: low-mid.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Winter storms bring the best swells
tourist type: Expert surfers only
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, 🪨 Rocks, 🌀 Strong rips, 👥 Crowded, ⚠️ Shallow
  description: Extremely powerful wave breaking next to harbour wall. Shallow reef. Rocks everywhere. Very crowded when on.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: NQY
  type: Place
  description: 60 minutes drive from NQY airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 8
  crowd level: 5
  water temp c: 12
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 225
    workable range min: 200
    workable range max: 260
    sweet spot size m: 2.4
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 0
    offshore range min: 315
    offshore range max: 70
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: NQY
    drive time minutes: 60
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months names: Apr, Sep
    season explanation: Winter storms bring the best swells

Lynmouth
type: TouristAttraction
description: Lynmouth is Devon's hidden gem--a fickle left-hand point break that only comes alive with substantial WNW groundswell and the right wind. When the stars align, long walls peel along the rocky headland.
disambiguating description: Devon's fickle left point - Cliff access only - Needs size to fire
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 51.2297
  longitude: -3.8283
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: North Devon
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Point
  description: This is a point break, breaking left.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 295°
  description: Works best with swells from 295° (WNW). Workable range: 270°-320°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1.8m - 4.5m
  description: Ideal size: 3.1m. Too small below 1.8m, too big (closeout) above 4.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 12s - 16s
  description: Needs at least 12s period. Ideal: 16s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 170° (S)
  description: Offshore wind from 170° (S). Offshore range: 135°-200°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: low-mid
  description: Tide preference: low-mid.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
  description: Needs very specific large NW swells to work
tourist type: Expert surfers only
warning: Warning
  text: 🪨 Rocks, 🌀 Strong rips, 🚶 Difficult access, 🏝️ Remote
  description: Difficult access down cliff path. Very rocky entry and exit. Needs large swell that limits who can surf it.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: BRS
  type: Place
  description: 120 minutes drive from BRS airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 8
  crowd level: 3
  water temp c: 12
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 295
    workable range min: 270
    workable range max: 320
    sweet spot size m: 3.15
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 170
    offshore range min: 135
    offshore range max: 200
    max offshore speed kmh: 40
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: BRS
    drive time minutes: 120
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months names: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
    secondary months: 3
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months names: Mar, Apr, Sep
    season explanation: Needs very specific large NW swells to work

The Cribbar
type: TouristAttraction
description: The Cribbar is England's answer to big wave surfing--a monstrous reef that lurks off Towan Head in Newquay, only awakening when massive Atlantic storms send long-period groundswell crashing into the Cornish coast. It breaks a handful of times per year at best.
disambiguating description: England's big wave beast - Breaks a few times per year - Expert only
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 50.4185
  longitude: -5.101
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Newquay, Cornwall
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Big Wave
  description: This is a big wave break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 250°
  description: Works best with swells from 250° (WSW). Workable range: 225°-280°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 4.5m - 15m
  description: Ideal size: 9.8m. Too small below 4.5m, too big (closeout) above 15m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 14s - 18s
  description: Needs at least 14s period. Ideal: 18s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 135° (SE)
  description: Offshore wind from 135° (SE). Offshore range: 90°-180°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: low
  description: Tide preference: low.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
  description: Breaks a handful of times per year during major storms
tourist type: Expert surfers only
warning: Warning
  text: 😮‍💨 Hold-downs, 🪨 Rocks, 🏝️ Remote, 🌀 Strong rips, ⚠️ Shallow
  description: Extremely powerful big wave. Breaks far offshore over reef. Long holddowns in cold water. Spring tides only.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: NQY
  type: Place
  description: 5 minutes drive from NQY airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 10
  crowd level: 1
  water temp c: 13
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 250
    workable range min: 225
    workable range max: 280
    sweet spot size m: 9.75
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 135
    offshore range min: 90
    offshore range max: 180
    max offshore speed kmh: 50
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: NQY
    drive time minutes: 5
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months names: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
    secondary months: 3
    secondary months names: Mar
    season explanation: Breaks a handful of times per year during major storms

Brimms Ness Bowl
type: TouristAttraction
description: Brimms Ness Bowl is one of Scotland's most fearsome waves--a thick, grinding slab that detonates over shallow reef on the remote Caithness coastline.
disambiguating description: Heavy Scottish slab - Remote Caithness coast - Freezing barrels
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 58.605
  longitude: -3.665
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Caithness
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Slab
  description: This is a slab break, breaking right.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 340°
  description: Works best with swells from 340° (NNW). Workable range: 300°-360°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1.2m - 3.6m
  description: Ideal size: 2.4m. Too small below 1.2m, too big (closeout) above 3.6m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 10s - 14s
  description: Needs at least 10s period. Ideal: 14s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 200° (SSW)
  description: Offshore wind from 200° (SSW). Offshore range: 160°-250°. Best window: both.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid-high
  description: Tide preference: mid-high.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Autumn through winter
tourist type: Expert surfers only
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, ⚠️ Shallow, 🪨 Rocks, 😮‍💨 Hold-downs, 🏝️ Remote
  description: Heavy slab over shallow reef. Extremely cold water (7-12C). Very remote location, far from medical help.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: INV
  type: Place
  description: 130 minutes drive from INV airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 9
  crowd level: 2
  water temp c: 9
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 340
    workable range min: 300
    workable range max: 360
    sweet spot size m: 2.4
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 200
    offshore range min: 160
    offshore range max: 250
    max offshore speed kmh: 25
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: INV
    drive time minutes: 130
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 5
    secondary months: 8
    secondary months names: Apr, May, Aug
    season explanation: Autumn through winter

Croyde Bay
type: TouristAttraction
description: Croyde Bay is Devon's most celebrated beach break--a horseshoe-shaped bay that produces hollow, punchy peaks at low tide when the rock shelf creates steep, barrelling waves.
disambiguating description: Devon's classic beach break - Low tide rock shelf barrels - Crowded but fun
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 51.1333
  longitude: -4.2333
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: North Devon
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 270°
  description: Works best with swells from 270° (W). Workable range: 240°-300°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1.2m - 2.4m
  description: Ideal size: 1.8m. Too small below 1.2m, too big (closeout) above 2.4m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 9s - 12s
  description: Needs at least 9s period. Ideal: 12s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 90° (E)
  description: Offshore wind from 90° (E). Offshore range: 60°-130°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: low
  description: Tide preference: low.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Best Sept-March but summer swells possible
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🪨 Rocks, 🌀 Strong rips, 👥 Crowded, ⚠️ Shallow
  description: Rock shelf exposed at low tide creates hazard. Strong rips on bigger swells. Very crowded in summer.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: EXT
  type: Place
  description: 60 minutes drive from EXT airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 5
  crowd level: 7
  water temp c: 13
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 270
    workable range min: 240
    workable range max: 300
    sweet spot size m: 1.7999999999999998
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 90
    offshore range min: 60
    offshore range max: 130
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: EXT
    drive time minutes: 60
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 5
    secondary months: 8
    secondary months names: Apr, May, Aug
    season explanation: Best Sept-March but summer swells possible

Little Fistral
type: TouristAttraction
description: Little Fistral sits at the southern end of its more famous neighbour, offering a more technical reef/point setup that rewards local knowledge.
disambiguating description: South Fistral reef - More technical than main beach - Local knowledge rewarded
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 50.4153
  longitude: -5.1
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Newquay, Cornwall
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 260°
  description: Works best with swells from 260° (W). Workable range: 230°-290°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1.2m - 3m
  description: Ideal size: 2.1m. Too small below 1.2m, too big (closeout) above 3m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 9s - 13s
  description: Needs at least 9s period. Ideal: 13s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 135° (SE)
  description: Offshore wind from 135° (SE). Offshore range: 90°-170°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: low-mid
  description: Tide preference: low-mid.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Year-round with best quality autumn-winter
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, 🪨 Rocks, 👥 Crowded, 🌀 Strong rips
  description: Rocky reef on the south side of Fistral. Can be crowded when good.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: NQY
  type: Place
  description: 5 minutes drive from NQY airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 6
  crowd level: 6
  water temp c: 13
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 260
    workable range min: 230
    workable range max: 290
    sweet spot size m: 2.1
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 135
    offshore range min: 90
    offshore range max: 170
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: NQY
    drive time minutes: 5
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 5
    secondary months: 8
    secondary months names: Apr, May, Aug
    season explanation: Year-round with best quality autumn-winter

Bagpipes
type: TouristAttraction
description: Bagpipes is the kind of wave that separates the serious from the curious--a heavy slab that detonates on a shallow reef shelf along the remote Caithness coast.
disambiguating description: Remote Scottish slab - Almost un-surfed - Maximum consequence
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 58.57
  longitude: -3.54
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Caithness
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Slab
  description: This is a slab break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 340°
  description: Works best with swells from 340° (NNW). Workable range: 310°-360°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1.2m - 3m
  description: Ideal size: 2.1m. Too small below 1.2m, too big (closeout) above 3m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 10s - 14s
  description: Needs at least 10s period. Ideal: 14s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 200° (SSW)
  description: Offshore wind from 200° (SSW). Offshore range: 160°-240°. Best window: both.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid
  description: Tide preference: mid.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Best months: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar.
tourist type: Expert surfers only
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, ⚠️ Shallow, 😮‍💨 Hold-downs, 🏝️ Remote, 🪨 Rocks
  description: Extremely heavy slab. Very shallow reef. Powerful holddowns in freezing water. Remote.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: INV
  type: Place
  description: 130 minutes drive from INV airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 9
  crowd level: 1
  water temp c: 9
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 340
    workable range min: 310
    workable range max: 360
    sweet spot size m: 2.1
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 200
    offshore range min: 160
    offshore range max: 240
    max offshore speed kmh: 25
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: INV
    drive time minutes: 130
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 5
    secondary months: 8
    secondary months names: Apr, May, Aug

Thurso Reef
type: TouristAttraction
description: Thurso Reef sits in the shadow of its more famous neighbour Thurso East, serving as both an overflow option and a quality wave in its own right.
disambiguating description: Thurso Bay reef - A-frame alternative - Less intense than East
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 58.595
  longitude: -3.53
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Caithness
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 315°
  description: Works best with swells from 315° (NW). Workable range: 290°-350°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1.2m - 3m
  description: Ideal size: 2.1m. Too small below 1.2m, too big (closeout) above 3m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 10s - 13s
  description: Needs at least 10s period. Ideal: 13s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 200° (SSW)
  description: Offshore wind from 200° (SSW). Offshore range: 160°-230°. Best window: both.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid
  description: Tide preference: mid.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Best months: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar.
tourist type: Expert surfers only
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, ⚠️ Shallow, 🚫 Pollution, 🪨 Rocks, 🏝️ Remote
  description: Historically polluted water from sewage outfall. Sharp reef. Very cold water.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: INV
  type: Place
  description: 120 minutes drive from INV airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 7
  crowd level: 3
  water temp c: 10
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 315
    workable range min: 290
    workable range max: 350
    sweet spot size m: 2.1
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 200
    offshore range min: 160
    offshore range max: 230
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: INV
    drive time minutes: 120
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 5
    secondary months: 8
    secondary months names: Apr, May, Aug

Skara Brae
type: TouristAttraction
description: Skara Brae sits on Orkney's raw, exposed west coast near one of Europe's most important Neolithic sites. This left-hand reef catches virtually everything the North Atlantic throws at it.
disambiguating description: Orkney reef - Ancient coastline - Virtually empty lineup
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 59.0486
  longitude: -3.3414
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Orkney Islands
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking left.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 300°
  description: Works best with swells from 300° (WNW). Workable range: 260°-340°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1.2m - 3m
  description: Ideal size: 2.1m. Too small below 1.2m, too big (closeout) above 3m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 10s - 14s
  description: Needs at least 10s period. Ideal: 14s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 110° (ESE)
  description: Offshore wind from 110° (ESE). Offshore range: 70°-150°. Best window: both.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid
  description: Tide preference: mid.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Best months: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar.
tourist type: Expert surfers only
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, 🪨 Rocks, 🏝️ Remote, 🌀 Strong rips, 🚶 Difficult access
  description: Remote Orkney location. Freezing water (6-12C). Limited medical facilities. Ferry required.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: KOI
  type: Place
  description: 25 minutes drive from KOI airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 8
  crowd level: 1
  water temp c: 9
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 300
    workable range min: 260
    workable range max: 340
    sweet spot size m: 2.1
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 110
    offshore range min: 70
    offshore range max: 150
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: KOI
    drive time minutes: 25
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 5
    secondary months: 6
    secondary months: 8
    secondary months names: Apr, May, Jun, Aug

Crab Island
type: TouristAttraction
description: Crab Island is one of the Gower's quality reef setups, breaking off a rocky platform in Langland Bay. It needs proper size to wrap around the Bristol Channel.
disambiguating description: Gower reef break - Needs size to fire - Sharp reef
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 51.5678
  longitude: -3.9789
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Langland, Gower
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 225°
  description: Works best with swells from 225° (SW). Workable range: 200°-270°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1.8m - 3m
  description: Ideal size: 2.4m. Too small below 1.8m, too big (closeout) above 3m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 11s - 14s
  description: Needs at least 11s period. Ideal: 14s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0° (N)
  description: Offshore wind from 0° (N). Offshore range: 315°-45°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid-high
  description: Tide preference: mid-high.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Best months: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar.
tourist type: Expert surfers only
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, 🪨 Rocks, ⚠️ Shallow, 🌀 Strong rips
  description: Sharp reef, booties essential. Strong currents around headland.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: BRS
  type: Place
  description: 100 minutes drive from BRS airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 7
  crowd level: 4
  water temp c: 13
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 225
    workable range min: 200
    workable range max: 270
    sweet spot size m: 2.4
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 0
    offshore range min: 315
    offshore range max: 45
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: BRS
    drive time minutes: 100
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months names: Apr, Sep

Porthcawl Point
type: TouristAttraction
description: Porthcawl Point--known locally as The Peak--is South Wales' most iconic wave. This reef/point setup breaks best at high tide.
disambiguating description: South Wales' most popular - High tide specialist - Sea wall barrels
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 51.474
  longitude: -3.7015
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: South Wales
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 225°
  description: Works best with swells from 225° (SW). Workable range: 200°-260°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1.2m - 2.4m
  description: Ideal size: 1.8m. Too small below 1.2m, too big (closeout) above 2.4m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 9s - 13s
  description: Needs at least 9s period. Ideal: 13s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 45° (NE)
  description: Offshore wind from 45° (NE). Offshore range: 0°-80°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: high
  description: Tide preference: high.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Best months: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar.
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🪨 Rocks, 👥 Crowded, ⚠️ Shallow, 🚫 Pollution
  description: Sea wall and rocks present danger. Gets very crowded when good. Water quality concerns after heavy rain.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: BRS
  type: Place
  description: 70 minutes drive from BRS airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 6
  crowd level: 7
  water temp c: 12
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 225
    workable range min: 200
    workable range max: 260
    sweet spot size m: 1.7999999999999998
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 45
    offshore range min: 0
    offshore range max: 80
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: BRS
    drive time minutes: 70
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 5
    secondary months: 8
    secondary months names: Apr, May, Aug

Freshwater West
type: TouristAttraction
description: Freshwater West is Pembrokeshire's most exposed beach--a long stretch of sand with reef sections that sits wide open to Atlantic SW swells.
disambiguating description: Pembrokeshire's exposed beach - Reef and sand sections - Military access
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 51.633
  longitude: -5.08
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Pembrokeshire
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 240°
  description: Works best with swells from 240° (WSW). Workable range: 200°-290°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1.2m - 2.4m
  description: Ideal size: 1.8m. Too small below 1.2m, too big (closeout) above 2.4m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 9s - 13s
  description: Needs at least 9s period. Ideal: 13s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 70° (ENE)
  description: Offshore wind from 70° (ENE). Offshore range: 40°-110°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: low-mid
  description: Tide preference: low-mid.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Best months: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar.
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🌀 Strong rips, 🪨 Rocks, 🚶 Difficult access
  description: Very strong rips. Rocky reef sections. Military range sometimes restricts access.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: BRS
  type: Place
  description: 150 minutes drive from BRS airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 5
  crowd level: 3
  water temp c: 13
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 240
    workable range min: 200
    workable range max: 290
    sweet spot size m: 1.7999999999999998
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 70
    offshore range min: 40
    offshore range max: 110
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: BRS
    drive time minutes: 150
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 5
    secondary months: 8
    secondary months names: Apr, May, Aug

Brimms Ness Point
type: TouristAttraction
description: Brimms Ness Point is the left-hand counterpart to the nearby Bowl--a long, walling left that peels along the reef at the headland.
disambiguating description: Caithness left reef - Cliff access - Remote and empty
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 58.606
  longitude: -3.668
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Caithness
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking left.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 325°
  description: Works best with swells from 325° (NW). Workable range: 290°-355°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1.2m - 3m
  description: Ideal size: 2.1m. Too small below 1.2m, too big (closeout) above 3m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 10s - 14s
  description: Needs at least 10s period. Ideal: 14s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 170° (S)
  description: Offshore wind from 170° (S). Offshore range: 135°-210°. Best window: both.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: low-mid
  description: Tide preference: low-mid.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Best months: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar.
tourist type: Expert surfers only
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, 🪨 Rocks, 🏝️ Remote, 🌀 Strong rips, 🚶 Difficult access
  description: Remote Caithness coast. Difficult cliff path access. Freezing water.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: INV
  type: Place
  description: 135 minutes drive from INV airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 8
  crowd level: 1
  water temp c: 9
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 325
    workable range min: 290
    workable range max: 355
    sweet spot size m: 2.1
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 170
    offshore range min: 135
    offshore range max: 210
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: INV
    drive time minutes: 135
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 5
    secondary months: 8
    secondary months names: Apr, May, Aug

Dalmore
type: TouristAttraction
description: Dalmore is one of the Outer Hebrides' most photogenic surf spots--a dramatic crescent of sand flanked by towering sea stacks and dark cliffs on the Isle of Lewis.
disambiguating description: Lewis' dramatic beach break - Sea stacks and empty waves - Wild Hebrides
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 58.285
  longitude: -6.775
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 295°
  description: Works best with swells from 295° (WNW). Workable range: 260°-330°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1.2m - 2.4m
  description: Ideal size: 1.8m. Too small below 1.2m, too big (closeout) above 2.4m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 9s - 13s
  description: Needs at least 9s period. Ideal: 13s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 135° (SE)
  description: Offshore wind from 135° (SE). Offshore range: 100°-170°. Best window: both.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid
  description: Tide preference: mid.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Best months: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar.
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, 🪨 Rocks, 🏝️ Remote, 🌀 Strong rips, 🚶 Difficult access
  description: Very remote Isle of Lewis. Freezing water. Limited medical facilities. Steep cliff access.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: SYY
  type: Place
  description: 30 minutes drive from SYY airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 6
  crowd level: 1
  water temp c: 9
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 295
    workable range min: 260
    workable range max: 330
    sweet spot size m: 1.7999999999999998
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 135
    offshore range min: 100
    offshore range max: 170
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: SYY
    drive time minutes: 30
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 5
    secondary months: 6
    secondary months: 8
    secondary months names: Apr, May, Jun, Aug

Sennen Cove
type: TouristAttraction
description: Sennen Cove sits near the very tip of Cornwall at Land's End, wide open to whatever the Atlantic sends its way.
disambiguating description: Land's End beach break - Exposed to all swells - All abilities
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 50.0697
  longitude: -5.7
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: West Cornwall
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 280°
  description: Works best with swells from 280° (W). Workable range: 250°-315°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1.2m - 3m
  description: Ideal size: 2.1m. Too small below 1.2m, too big (closeout) above 3m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 8s - 12s
  description: Needs at least 8s period. Ideal: 12s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 70° (ENE)
  description: Offshore wind from 70° (ENE). Offshore range: 45°-110°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: low-mid
  description: Tide preference: low-mid.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Best months: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar.
tourist type: All skill levels
warning: Warning
  text: 🌀 Strong rips, 🪨 Rocks
  description: Rips against the harbour wall and rocks at south end.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: NQY
  type: Place
  description: 50 minutes drive from NQY airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 4
  crowd level: 5
  water temp c: 13
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 280
    workable range min: 250
    workable range max: 315
    sweet spot size m: 2.1
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 70
    offshore range min: 45
    offshore range max: 110
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: NQY
    drive time minutes: 50
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 5
    secondary months: 6
    secondary months: 8
    secondary months names: Apr, May, Jun, Aug

Pete's Reef
type: TouristAttraction
description: Pete's Reef is one of the Gower's open secrets--a shallow, technical reef at Langland Bay that produces quality waves at low tide.
disambiguating description: Gower's shallow reef - Low tide specialist - Sharp and technical
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 51.567
  longitude: -3.983
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Langland, Gower
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 225°
  description: Works best with swells from 225° (SW). Workable range: 200°-280°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1.2m - 2.4m
  description: Ideal size: 1.8m. Too small below 1.2m, too big (closeout) above 2.4m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 10s - 14s
  description: Needs at least 10s period. Ideal: 14s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 10° (N)
  description: Offshore wind from 10° (N). Offshore range: 330°-50°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: low
  description: Tide preference: low.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Best months: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar.
tourist type: Expert surfers only
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, ⚠️ Shallow, 🪨 Rocks, 🦔 Urchins
  description: Very shallow reef at low tide. Booties essential. Sea urchins present.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: BRS
  type: Place
  description: 100 minutes drive from BRS airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 7
  crowd level: 4
  water temp c: 13
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 225
    workable range min: 200
    workable range max: 280
    sweet spot size m: 1.7999999999999998
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 10
    offshore range min: 330
    offshore range max: 50
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: BRS
    drive time minutes: 100
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months names: Apr, Sep

Kimmeridge
type: TouristAttraction
description: Kimmeridge is Dorset's premier reef break--a powerful right-hander that peels off Broad Bench headland when strong SW groundswell wraps around the south coast.
disambiguating description: Dorset's fickle reef - MOD access restrictions - Powerful when on
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 50.607
  longitude: -2.135
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Dorset
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking right.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 225°
  description: Works best with swells from 225° (SW). Workable range: 190°-260°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1.2m - 3.6m
  description: Ideal size: 2.4m. Too small below 1.2m, too big (closeout) above 3.6m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 10s - 14s
  description: Needs at least 10s period. Ideal: 14s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0° (N)
  description: Offshore wind from 0° (N). Offshore range: 330°-30°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid-high
  description: Tide preference: mid-high.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
  description: Best months: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb.
tourist type: Expert surfers only
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, 🪨 Rocks, 👥 Crowded, 🌀 Strong rips, 🚶 Difficult access
  description: MOD firing range--access restricted when red flag flying. Very shallow reef. Check firing times.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: BOH
  type: Place
  description: 50 minutes drive from BOH airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 8
  crowd level: 7
  water temp c: 12
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 225
    workable range min: 190
    workable range max: 260
    sweet spot size m: 2.4
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 0
    offshore range min: 330
    offshore range max: 30
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: BOH
    drive time minutes: 50
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
    secondary months: 3
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months names: Mar, Apr

Salt House Reef
type: TouristAttraction
description: Salt House Reef sits at the southern end of Widemouth Bay near Bude, where submerged rock formations create defined peaks with more power than the adjacent beach break.
disambiguating description: Widemouth reef section - More power than the beach - Bude area
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 50.785
  longitude: -4.56
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Widemouth Bay, Cornwall
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 295°
  description: Works best with swells from 295° (WNW). Workable range: 260°-330°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1.2m - 3m
  description: Ideal size: 2.1m. Too small below 1.2m, too big (closeout) above 3m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 9s - 13s
  description: Needs at least 9s period. Ideal: 13s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 100° (E)
  description: Offshore wind from 100° (E). Offshore range: 70°-130°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: low-mid
  description: Tide preference: low-mid.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
  description: Best months: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb.
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🪨 Rocks, 🪸 Sharp reef, 🌀 Strong rips
  description: Submerged rocks form the reef. Watch for rips around rock formations.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: NQY
  type: Place
  description: 60 minutes drive from NQY airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 6
  crowd level: 5
  water temp c: 12
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 295
    workable range min: 260
    workable range max: 330
    sweet spot size m: 2.1
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 100
    offshore range min: 70
    offshore range max: 130
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: NQY
    drive time minutes: 60
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
    secondary months: 3
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 5
    secondary months names: Mar, Apr, May

Eoropie
type: TouristAttraction
description: Eoropie sits at the very tip of the Isle of Lewis, near the Butt of Lewis lighthouse, and catches just about every swell the North Atlantic produces.
disambiguating description: Butt of Lewis - Powerful barrels - One of UK's most consistent
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 58.5147
  longitude: -6.2533
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 325°
  description: Works best with swells from 325° (NW). Workable range: 290°-360°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1m - 3m
  description: Ideal size: 2.0m. Too small below 1m, too big (closeout) above 3m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 8s - 13s
  description: Needs at least 8s period. Ideal: 13s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 170° (S)
  description: Offshore wind from 170° (S). Offshore range: 130°-200°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: low-mid
  description: Tide preference: low-mid.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
  description: Best months: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb.
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🌀 Strong rips, 🪨 Rocks, 🏝️ Remote
  description: Heavy waves. Strong rips. Remote near Butt of Lewis lighthouse. Cold water year-round.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: SYY
  type: Place
  description: 40 minutes drive from SYY airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 6
  crowd level: 2
  water temp c: 10
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 325
    workable range min: 290
    workable range max: 360
    sweet spot size m: 2
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 170
    offshore range min: 130
    offshore range max: 200
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: SYY
    drive time minutes: 40
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
    secondary months: 3
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 5
    secondary months: 6
    secondary months: 7
    secondary months: 8
    secondary months names: Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Dalbeg Slab
type: TouristAttraction
description: Dalbeg Slab lurks in a secluded cove on Lewis' west coast--a left-hand slab that fires during winter storms.
disambiguating description: Lewis' secret slab - Expert only - Fickle and fearsome
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 58.3167
  longitude: -6.7833
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Slab
  description: This is a slab break, breaking left.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 290°
  description: Works best with swells from 290° (WNW). Workable range: 270°-330°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1.2m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.9m. Too small below 1.2m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 10s - 14s
  description: Needs at least 10s period. Ideal: 14s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 130° (SE)
  description: Offshore wind from 130° (SE). Offshore range: 100°-160°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid-high
  description: Tide preference: mid-high.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
  description: Best months: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb.
tourist type: Expert surfers only
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, 🪨 Rocks, ⚠️ Shallow, 😮‍💨 Hold-downs, 🏝️ Remote
  description: Dangerous slab over shallow reef. Strong tides and undertow. Extremely cold water. Expert only.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: SYY
  type: Place
  description: 45 minutes drive from SYY airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 9
  crowd level: 1
  water temp c: 10
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 290
    workable range min: 270
    workable range max: 330
    sweet spot size m: 1.85
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 130
    offshore range min: 100
    offshore range max: 160
    max offshore speed kmh: 25
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: SYY
    drive time minutes: 45
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months names: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
    secondary months: 3
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months names: Mar, Sep

Clachtoll
type: TouristAttraction
description: Clachtoll is a picture-postcard pocket beach on Sutherland's wild coast, framed by ancient Lewisian gneiss.
disambiguating description: Sutherland pocket beach - Ancient geology - Guaranteed solitude
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 58.1917
  longitude: -5.3333
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Sutherland
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 300°
  description: Works best with swells from 300° (WNW). Workable range: 270°-330°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1m - 3m
  description: Ideal size: 2.0m. Too small below 1m, too big (closeout) above 3m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 8s - 12s
  description: Needs at least 8s period. Ideal: 12s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 135° (SE)
  description: Offshore wind from 135° (SE). Offshore range: 100°-170°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid
  description: Tide preference: mid.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
  description: Best months: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb.
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🌀 Strong rips, 🪨 Rocks, 🏝️ Remote, 🚶 Difficult access
  description: Remote Sutherland. Long drive from any airport. Very cold water. Rocky outcrops.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: INV
  type: Place
  description: 150 minutes drive from INV airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 5
  crowd level: 1
  water temp c: 10
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 300
    workable range min: 270
    workable range max: 330
    sweet spot size m: 2
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 135
    offshore range min: 100
    offshore range max: 170
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: INV
    drive time minutes: 150
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
    secondary months: 3
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 5
    secondary months names: Mar, Apr, May

Murkle
type: TouristAttraction
description: Murkle is a fickle but fearsome left-hand slab near Thurso that wraps around the point and produces thick, pitching barrels.
disambiguating description: Caithness left slab - Backdoor barrels - Expert territory
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 58.61
  longitude: -3.48
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Caithness
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Slab
  description: This is a slab break, breaking left.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 350°
  description: Works best with swells from 350° (N). Workable range: 340°-40°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1.2m - 3m
  description: Ideal size: 2.1m. Too small below 1.2m, too big (closeout) above 3m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 10s - 14s
  description: Needs at least 10s period. Ideal: 14s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 195° (SSW)
  description: Offshore wind from 195° (SSW). Offshore range: 160°-230°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid-high
  description: Tide preference: mid-high.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
  description: Best months: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb.
tourist type: Expert surfers only
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, 🪨 Rocks, 🌀 Strong rips, 😮‍💨 Hold-downs, ⚠️ Shallow
  description: Heavy left slab with barrel sections. Expert surfers only. Big tidal ranges. Very cold water.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: WIC
  type: Place
  description: 25 minutes drive from WIC airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 9
  crowd level: 2
  water temp c: 9
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 350
    workable range min: 340
    workable range max: 40
    sweet spot size m: 2.1
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 195
    offshore range min: 160
    offshore range max: 230
    max offshore speed kmh: 25
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: WIC
    drive time minutes: 25
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
    secondary months: 3
    secondary months names: Mar

Manorbier
type: TouristAttraction
description: Manorbier--known as The Dak--is one of Pembrokeshire's best reef breaks, a peeling right-hander that works on dropping high tide.
disambiguating description: Pembrokeshire right reef - Castle backdrop - High tide specialist
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 51.64
  longitude: -4.795
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Pembrokeshire
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking right.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 225°
  description: Works best with swells from 225° (SW). Workable range: 190°-260°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.8m. Too small below 1m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 9s - 13s
  description: Needs at least 9s period. Ideal: 13s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 20° (NNE)
  description: Offshore wind from 20° (NNE). Offshore range: 350°-60°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: high
  description: Tide preference: high.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
  description: Best months: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb.
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🪨 Rocks, 🪸 Sharp reef, 👥 Crowded, 🌀 Strong rips
  description: High tide reef. Can be crowded. Reef gets rocky when big.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: CWL
  type: Place
  description: 100 minutes drive from CWL airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 6
  crowd level: 7
  water temp c: 12
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 225
    workable range min: 190
    workable range max: 260
    sweet spot size m: 1.75
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 20
    offshore range min: 350
    offshore range max: 60
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: CWL
    drive time minutes: 100
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
    secondary months: 3
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months names: Mar, Apr

Machrihanish
type: TouristAttraction
description: Machrihanish's Westport sandbar sits at the north end of one of Scotland's most beautiful beaches.
disambiguating description: Kintyre sandbar - Fickle but rewarding - Airport on doorstep
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 55.435
  longitude: -5.75
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Kintyre
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 290°
  description: Works best with swells from 290° (WNW). Workable range: 260°-320°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.8m. Too small below 1m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 9s - 13s
  description: Needs at least 9s period. Ideal: 13s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 90° (E)
  description: Offshore wind from 90° (E). Offshore range: 60°-130°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid
  description: Tide preference: mid.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
  description: Best months: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb.
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🌀 Strong rips, 🚶 Difficult access
  description: Very strong rips. Fickle sandbar shifts regularly. Need local knowledge.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: CAL
  type: Place
  description: 10 minutes drive from CAL airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 6
  crowd level: 2
  water temp c: 10
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 290
    workable range min: 260
    workable range max: 320
    sweet spot size m: 1.75
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 90
    offshore range min: 60
    offshore range max: 130
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: CAL
    drive time minutes: 10
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
    secondary months: 3
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 5
    secondary months names: Mar, Apr, May

Marwick Bay
type: TouristAttraction
description: Marwick Bay is one of Orkney's most exposed surf spots--a right-hand reef on the west coast wide open to the North Atlantic.
disambiguating description: Orkney's right reef - Full Atlantic exposure - Surf alone
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 59.0833
  longitude: -3.35
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Orkney Islands
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking right.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 300°
  description: Works best with swells from 300° (WNW). Workable range: 260°-340°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.8m. Too small below 1m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 9s - 13s
  description: Needs at least 9s period. Ideal: 13s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 100° (E)
  description: Offshore wind from 100° (E). Offshore range: 70°-140°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid
  description: Tide preference: mid.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
  description: Best months: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb.
tourist type: Expert surfers only
warning: Warning
  text: 🪨 Rocks, 🪸 Sharp reef, 🌀 Strong rips, 🏝️ Remote
  description: Heavy reef. Strong currents. Extremely cold water. Remote.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: KOI
  type: Place
  description: 35 minutes drive from KOI airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 7
  crowd level: 1
  water temp c: 9
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 300
    workable range min: 260
    workable range max: 340
    sweet spot size m: 1.75
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 100
    offshore range min: 70
    offshore range max: 140
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: KOI
    drive time minutes: 35
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
    secondary months: 3
    secondary months names: Mar

Sandside Bay
type: TouristAttraction
description: Sandside Bay would be famous for its quality left-hander if it weren't for its proximity to the Dounreay nuclear facility.
disambiguating description: Quality left by harbour - Nuclear neighbour - Unique risk assessment
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 58.575
  longitude: -3.78
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Caithness
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking left.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 310°
  description: Works best with swells from 310° (NW). Workable range: 280°-360°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.8m. Too small below 1m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 9s - 13s
  description: Needs at least 9s period. Ideal: 13s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 225° (SW)
  description: Offshore wind from 225° (SW). Offshore range: 180°-260°. Best window: both.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid-high
  description: Tide preference: mid-high.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
  description: Best months: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb.
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🌀 Strong rips, 🪨 Rocks, 🚫 Pollution
  description: Potential for radioactive particles (Dounreay nearby). Quality hollow left near harbour.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: WIC
  type: Place
  description: 35 minutes drive from WIC airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 6
  crowd level: 2
  water temp c: 9
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 310
    workable range min: 280
    workable range max: 360
    sweet spot size m: 1.75
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 225
    offshore range min: 180
    offshore range max: 260
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: WIC
    drive time minutes: 35
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
    secondary months: 3
    secondary months names: Mar

Gills Bay Slab
type: TouristAttraction
description: Gills Bay Slab is one of Europe's heaviest waves--a monstrous left-hand slab that only comes alive during the most violent winter storms.
disambiguating description: European big wave slab - Storm-only activation - Career-ending consequence
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 58.645
  longitude: -3.125
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Caithness
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Slab
  description: This is a slab break, breaking left.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 15°
  description: Works best with swells from 15° (NNE). Workable range: 340°-60°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 2.5m - 5m
  description: Ideal size: 3.8m. Too small below 2.5m, too big (closeout) above 5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 12s - 16s
  description: Needs at least 12s period. Ideal: 16s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 225° (SW)
  description: Offshore wind from 225° (SW). Offshore range: 190°-260°. Best window: both.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid-high
  description: Tide preference: mid-high.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
  description: Best months: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb.
tourist type: Expert surfers only
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, 🪨 Rocks, 😮‍💨 Hold-downs, ⚠️ Shallow, 🌀 Strong rips, 🏝️ Remote
  description: Monster slab. Expert only. One of Europe's heaviest waves. Water temps can drop to 7C.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: WIC
  type: Place
  description: 25 minutes drive from WIC airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 10
  crowd level: 1
  water temp c: 9
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 15
    workable range min: 340
    workable range max: 60
    sweet spot size m: 3.75
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 225
    offshore range min: 190
    offshore range max: 260
    max offshore speed kmh: 25
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: WIC
    drive time minutes: 25
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months names: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
    secondary months: 10
    secondary months: 3
    secondary months names: Oct, Mar

Porth Neigwl
type: TouristAttraction
description: Porth Neigwl--or Hell's Mouth--is a sweeping 3-mile beach on the Lleyn Peninsula that catches SW-S swells.
disambiguating description: Hell's Mouth - 3-mile beach - North Wales' best
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 52.8167
  longitude: -4.55
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Lleyn Peninsula, North Wales
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 210°
  description: Works best with swells from 210° (SSW). Workable range: 190°-250°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.8m. Too small below 1m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 8s - 12s
  description: Needs at least 8s period. Ideal: 12s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 20° (NNE)
  description: Offshore wind from 20° (NNE). Offshore range: 350°-60°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: low
  description: Tide preference: low.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
  description: Best months: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb.
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🌀 Strong rips, 🪨 Rocks
  description: Wedgy left at south end over rocky bottom. Strong rips possible.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: LPL
  type: Place
  description: 150 minutes drive from LPL airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 5
  crowd level: 6
  water temp c: 11
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 210
    workable range min: 190
    workable range max: 250
    sweet spot size m: 1.75
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 20
    offshore range min: 350
    offshore range max: 60
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: LPL
    drive time minutes: 150
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
    secondary months: 3
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 5
    secondary months names: Mar, Apr, May

Fistral Beach
type: TouristAttraction
description: Fistral Beach is the undisputed capital of English surfing--the beach that has hosted international competition for decades.
disambiguating description: England's surfing capital - Year-round waves - Ground zero for UK surf
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 50.4167
  longitude: -5.1
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Newquay, Cornwall
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 270°
  description: Works best with swells from 270° (W). Workable range: 240°-300°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0.8m - 3m
  description: Ideal size: 1.9m. Too small below 0.8m, too big (closeout) above 3m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 8s - 12s
  description: Needs at least 8s period. Ideal: 12s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 135° (SE)
  description: Offshore wind from 135° (SE). Offshore range: 100°-170°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: low-mid
  description: Tide preference: low-mid.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Best months: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar.
tourist type: All skill levels
warning: Warning
  text: 🌀 Strong rips, 👥 Crowded, 👊 Localism
  description: Dangerous rips at low tide. Extremely crowded in summer. Huge tidal range (7.8m).
accessibility API: Nearest airport: NQY
  type: Place
  description: 15 minutes drive from NQY airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 4
  crowd level: 9
  water temp c: 12
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 270
    workable range min: 240
    workable range max: 300
    sweet spot size m: 1.9
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 135
    offshore range min: 100
    offshore range max: 170
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: NQY
    drive time minutes: 15
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 5
    secondary months: 6
    secondary months: 7
    secondary months: 8
    secondary months names: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Rest Bay
type: TouristAttraction
description: Rest Bay is the most consistent break in Porthcawl's varied lineup--a broad sandy beach that picks up SW swells.
disambiguating description: Porthcawl's most consistent - All abilities - Rapidly changing tides
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 51.4833
  longitude: -3.7167
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Porthcawl, South Wales
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 225°
  description: Works best with swells from 225° (SW). Workable range: 200°-270°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0.8m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.6m. Too small below 0.8m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 8s - 12s
  description: Needs at least 8s period. Ideal: 12s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 45° (NE)
  description: Offshore wind from 45° (NE). Offshore range: 20°-80°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: low-mid
  description: Tide preference: low-mid.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
  description: Best months: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb.
tourist type: All skill levels
warning: Warning
  text: 🌀 Strong rips, 👥 Crowded, 🪨 Rocks, 🚫 Pollution
  description: Rip current around headland. Vast tidal range. Avoid at high tide. Pollution possible.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: CWL
  type: Place
  description: 35 minutes drive from CWL airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 3
  crowd level: 7
  water temp c: 11
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 225
    workable range min: 200
    workable range max: 270
    sweet spot size m: 1.65
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 45
    offshore range min: 20
    offshore range max: 80
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: CWL
    drive time minutes: 35
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
    secondary months: 3
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 5
    secondary months names: Mar, Apr, May

Three Peaks
type: TouristAttraction
description: Three Peaks is one of the Gower's most powerful setups--an exposed reef that produces heavy A-frame peaks.
disambiguating description: Gower's powerful reef - A-frame peaks - Best at high tide
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 51.565
  longitude: -3.95
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Gower
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 250°
  description: Works best with swells from 250° (WSW). Workable range: 220°-280°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.8m. Too small below 1m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 9s - 13s
  description: Needs at least 9s period. Ideal: 13s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 10° (N)
  description: Offshore wind from 10° (N). Offshore range: 350°-50°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: high
  description: Tide preference: high.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
  description: Best months: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb.
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🪸 Sharp reef, 👥 Crowded, 🪨 Rocks
  description: Exposed reef producing powerful waves. Can get crowded when conditions align.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: CWL
  type: Place
  description: 75 minutes drive from CWL airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 6
  crowd level: 6
  water temp c: 11
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 250
    workable range min: 220
    workable range max: 280
    sweet spot size m: 1.75
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 10
    offshore range min: 350
    offshore range max: 50
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: CWL
    drive time minutes: 75
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
    secondary months: 3
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months names: Mar, Apr

Bantham
type: TouristAttraction
description: Bantham sits at the mouth of the River Avon in South Devon, where the river creates sandbars that produce surprisingly powerful waves.
disambiguating description: Devon rivermouth - Deceptively powerful - South coast gem
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 50.28
  longitude: -3.8667
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: South Devon
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 210°
  description: Works best with swells from 210° (SSW). Workable range: 190°-250°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0.8m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.6m. Too small below 0.8m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 8s - 12s
  description: Needs at least 8s period. Ideal: 12s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 340° (NNW)
  description: Offshore wind from 340° (NNW). Offshore range: 310°-20°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid
  description: Tide preference: mid.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
  description: Best months: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb.
tourist type: All skill levels
warning: Warning
  text: 🌀 Strong rips, 👥 Crowded, 🚫 Pollution
  description: Strong rips at rivermouth. Water quality can be poor after rain. Crowded when good.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: EXT
  type: Place
  description: 55 minutes drive from EXT airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 4
  crowd level: 7
  water temp c: 12
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 210
    workable range min: 190
    workable range max: 250
    sweet spot size m: 1.65
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 340
    offshore range min: 310
    offshore range max: 20
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: EXT
    drive time minutes: 55
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
    secondary months: 3
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 5
    secondary months names: Mar, Apr, May

Melvich
type: TouristAttraction
description: Melvich Rivermouth is one of Sutherland's most flexible waves--a sandbar where a peat-stained river creates ever-shifting banks.
disambiguating description: Sutherland rivermouth - Long walling rights - Peat-stained barrels
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 58.555
  longitude: -3.9267
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Sutherland
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 330°
  description: Works best with swells from 330° (NNW). Workable range: 290°-360°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0.8m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.6m. Too small below 0.8m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 8s - 13s
  description: Needs at least 8s period. Ideal: 13s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 180° (S)
  description: Offshore wind from 180° (S). Offshore range: 150°-220°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid
  description: Tide preference: mid.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
  description: Best months: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb.
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🪨 Rocks, 🌀 Strong rips, 🏝️ Remote
  description: Tannin-brown river feeds sandbar. Watch for rocks. Remote with limited facilities.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: INV
  type: Place
  description: 150 minutes drive from INV airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 6
  crowd level: 2
  water temp c: 9
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 330
    workable range min: 290
    workable range max: 360
    sweet spot size m: 1.65
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 180
    offshore range min: 150
    offshore range max: 220
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: INV
    drive time minutes: 150
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
    secondary months: 3
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months names: Mar, Apr

Torrisdale Bay
type: TouristAttraction
description: Torrisdale Bay is one of Scotland's most remote and beautiful surf spots--a wide sandy bay where the Naver river creates sandbars.
disambiguating description: Remote Highland beauty - River-access adventure - Empty perfection
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 58.5307
  longitude: -4.25149
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Sutherland
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 340°
  description: Works best with swells from 340° (NNW). Workable range: 310°-45°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0.9m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.7m. Too small below 0.9m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 8s - 12s
  description: Needs at least 8s period. Ideal: 12s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 180° (S)
  description: Offshore wind from 180° (S). Offshore range: 135°-225°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: low-mid
  description: Tide preference: low-mid.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Best months: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar.
tourist type: All skill levels
warning: Warning
  text: 🌀 Strong rips, 🏝️ Remote, 🚶 Difficult access
  description: Rips by river. Access requires paddling across river or hiking. Extremely remote.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: WIC
  type: Place
  description: 75 minutes drive from WIC airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 4
  crowd level: 1
  water temp c: 10
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 340
    workable range min: 310
    workable range max: 45
    sweet spot size m: 1.7
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 180
    offshore range min: 135
    offshore range max: 225
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: WIC
    drive time minutes: 75
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 5
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months names: Apr, May, Sep

The Zorba
type: TouristAttraction
description: The Zorba is the Cribbar's lesser-known but equally fearsome sibling--a big wave reef off Pentire headland.
disambiguating description: Cornwall's un-ridden big wave - Pentire reef - Last frontier
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 50.435
  longitude: -5.075
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Newquay, Cornwall
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Big Wave
  description: This is a big wave break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 250°
  description: Works best with swells from 250° (WSW). Workable range: 225°-280°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 4.5m - 12m
  description: Ideal size: 8.3m. Too small below 4.5m, too big (closeout) above 12m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 14s - 18s
  description: Needs at least 14s period. Ideal: 18s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 135° (SE)
  description: Offshore wind from 135° (SE). Offshore range: 100°-170°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: low
  description: Tide preference: low.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
  description: Best months: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb.
tourist type: Expert surfers only
warning: Warning
  text: 🪨 Rocks, 🪸 Sharp reef, 😮‍💨 Hold-downs, 🌀 Strong rips, ⚠️ Shallow
  description: Un-ridden big wave reef. Massive granite finger reef. Tow-in territory only.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: NQY
  type: Place
  description: 10 minutes drive from NQY airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 10
  crowd level: 1
  water temp c: 12
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 250
    workable range min: 225
    workable range max: 280
    sweet spot size m: 8.25
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 135
    offshore range min: 100
    offshore range max: 170
    max offshore speed kmh: 50
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: NQY
    drive time minutes: 10
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months names: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
    secondary months: 3
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months names: Mar, Sep

Whitesands Bay
type: TouristAttraction
description: Whitesands Bay sits near St Davids and is Pembrokeshire's most popular beach break.
disambiguating description: Pembrokeshire's popular beach - St Davids backdrop - Reliable all-rounder
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 51.8833
  longitude: -5.3
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Pembrokeshire
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 255°
  description: Works best with swells from 255° (WSW). Workable range: 210°-300°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0.9m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.7m. Too small below 0.9m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 8s - 12s
  description: Needs at least 8s period. Ideal: 12s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 90° (E)
  description: Offshore wind from 90° (E). Offshore range: 45°-135°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: low-mid
  description: Tide preference: low-mid.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Best months: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar.
tourist type: All skill levels
warning: Warning
  text: 🌀 Strong rips, 🪨 Rocks
  description: Dangerous rips in bigger swells. Rocky headland at north end.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: CWL
  type: Place
  description: 130 minutes drive from CWL airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 4
  crowd level: 5
  water temp c: 12
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 255
    workable range min: 210
    workable range max: 300
    sweet spot size m: 1.7
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 90
    offshore range min: 45
    offshore range max: 135
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: CWL
    drive time minutes: 130
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 5
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months names: Apr, May, Sep

Port Bharrapol
type: TouristAttraction
description: Port Bharrapol sits on Tiree--the windiest island in Britain and one of its most unlikely surf destinations.
disambiguating description: Tiree island surf - Caribbean looks, Scottish temperature - Catches everything
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 56.47172
  longitude: -6.98018
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Tiree, Inner Hebrides
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 280°
  description: Works best with swells from 280° (W). Workable range: 225°-340°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0.9m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.7m. Too small below 0.9m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 8s - 12s
  description: Needs at least 8s period. Ideal: 12s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 90° (E)
  description: Offshore wind from 90° (E). Offshore range: 60°-135°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: all
  description: Tide preference: all.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Best months: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar.
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🪨 Rocks, 🏝️ Remote, 🚶 Difficult access
  description: Rocky reef sections. Remote island--flight or ferry from Oban. Cold water year-round.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: TRE
  type: Place
  description: 10 minutes drive from TRE airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 5
  crowd level: 2
  water temp c: 11
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 280
    workable range min: 225
    workable range max: 340
    sweet spot size m: 1.7
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 90
    offshore range min: 60
    offshore range max: 135
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: TRE
    drive time minutes: 10
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 5
    secondary months: 8
    secondary months names: Apr, May, Aug

Cayton Point
type: TouristAttraction
description: Cayton Point is Yorkshire's most feared wave--a heavy, multi-lipped left that breaks directly onto shallow boulder reef.
disambiguating description: Yorkshire's heaviest wave - Breaks into rock ledges - Maximum respect required
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 54.25
  longitude: -0.36
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Yorkshire
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Slab
  description: This is a slab break, breaking left.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 20°
  description: Works best with swells from 20° (NNE). Workable range: 340°-60°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 1.2m - 3m
  description: Ideal size: 2.1m. Too small below 1.2m, too big (closeout) above 3m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 9s - 13s
  description: Needs at least 9s period. Ideal: 13s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 270° (W)
  description: Offshore wind from 270° (W). Offshore range: 225°-315°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: low-mid
  description: Tide preference: low-mid.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Best months: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar.
tourist type: Expert surfers only
warning: Warning
  text: 🪨 Rocks, ⚠️ Shallow, 😮‍💨 Hold-downs, 🌀 Strong rips
  description: Heavy left breaking onto boulder reef. Multi-lipped takeoff INTO rock ledges. Potentially fatal.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: LBA
  type: Place
  description: 85 minutes drive from LBA airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 9
  crowd level: 2
  water temp c: 10
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 20
    workable range min: 340
    workable range max: 60
    sweet spot size m: 2.1
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 270
    offshore range min: 225
    offshore range max: 315
    max offshore speed kmh: 25
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: LBA
    drive time minutes: 85
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months names: Apr, Sep

St Agnes
type: TouristAttraction
description: St Agnes is a characterful Cornish surf village with a beach/reef setup that produces quality waves through a range of conditions.
disambiguating description: Cornish village vibes - Reef and beach mix - Strong local crew
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 50.31
  longitude: -5.22
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: North Cornwall
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 285°
  description: Works best with swells from 285° (WNW). Workable range: 240°-330°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0.9m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.7m. Too small below 0.9m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 8s - 12s
  description: Needs at least 8s period. Ideal: 12s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 150° (SSE)
  description: Offshore wind from 150° (SSE). Offshore range: 100°-200°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid
  description: Tide preference: mid.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Best months: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar.
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🪨 Rocks, 🌀 Strong rips, 👥 Crowded, 👊 Localism
  description: Rocks throughout lineup. Dangerous rips by harbour wall. Often crowded with strong local crew.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: NQY
  type: Place
  description: 25 minutes drive from NQY airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 5
  crowd level: 7
  water temp c: 12
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 285
    workable range min: 240
    workable range max: 330
    sweet spot size m: 1.7
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 150
    offshore range min: 100
    offshore range max: 200
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: NQY
    drive time minutes: 25
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 5
    secondary months: 8
    secondary months names: Apr, May, Aug

Porthtowan
type: TouristAttraction
description: Porthtowan is a punchy Cornish beach break that packs more power than many visitors expect.
disambiguating description: Punchy Cornwall beach - Hollow low tide peaks - Cliff-flanked cove
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 50.28
  longitude: -5.24
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: North Cornwall
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 285°
  description: Works best with swells from 285° (WNW). Workable range: 240°-330°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0.6m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.6m. Too small below 0.6m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 7s - 12s
  description: Needs at least 7s period. Ideal: 12s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 120° (ESE)
  description: Offshore wind from 120° (ESE). Offshore range: 90°-170°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: low-mid
  description: Tide preference: low-mid.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Best months: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar.
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🌀 Strong rips, 🪨 Rocks, 🚫 Pollution, 👥 Crowded
  description: Strong rips. Rocks at southern end. Pollution issues. Very crowded in summer.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: NQY
  type: Place
  description: 30 minutes drive from NQY airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 6
  crowd level: 7
  water temp c: 12
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 285
    workable range min: 240
    workable range max: 330
    sweet spot size m: 1.55
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 120
    offshore range min: 90
    offshore range max: 170
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: NQY
    drive time minutes: 30
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 5
    secondary months: 8
    secondary months names: Apr, May, Aug

Freshwater Bay
type: TouristAttraction
description: Freshwater Bay is the Isle of Wight's most iconic wave--a hollow right-hand reef/point that breaks over jagged rock.
disambiguating description: Isle of Wight's best - Hollow right over rock - Ferry access adventure
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 50.6594
  longitude: -1.5094
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Isle of Wight
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking right.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 225°
  description: Works best with swells from 225° (SW). Workable range: 190°-270°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0.9m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.7m. Too small below 0.9m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 9s - 13s
  description: Needs at least 9s period. Ideal: 13s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 340° (NNW)
  description: Offshore wind from 340° (NNW). Offshore range: 310°-45°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: low
  description: Tide preference: low.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
  description: Best months: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb.
tourist type: Expert surfers only
warning: Warning
  text: 🪨 Rocks, 🪸 Sharp reef, 🌀 Strong rips, ⚠️ Shallow
  description: Hollow right over jagged rock. Rippy conditions. Requires ferry access.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: SOU
  type: Place
  description: 120 minutes drive from SOU airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 7
  crowd level: 4
  water temp c: 12
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 225
    workable range min: 190
    workable range max: 270
    sweet spot size m: 1.7
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 340
    offshore range min: 310
    offshore range max: 45
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: SOU
    drive time minutes: 120
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months names: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
    secondary months: 3
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months names: Mar, Sep

Rhossili Bay
type: TouristAttraction
description: Rhossili Bay is frequently voted one of the UK's most beautiful beaches--sweeping sand backed by dramatic cliffs.
disambiguating description: One of UK's most beautiful - Softer Gower waves - Worm's Head views
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 51.5622
  longitude: -4.2889
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Gower
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 240°
  description: Works best with swells from 240° (WSW). Workable range: 210°-290°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0.9m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.7m. Too small below 0.9m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 8s - 12s
  description: Needs at least 8s period. Ideal: 12s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 60° (ENE)
  description: Offshore wind from 60° (ENE). Offshore range: 30°-120°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid
  description: Tide preference: mid.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Best months: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar.
tourist type: All skill levels
warning: Warning
  text: 🌀 Strong rips
  description: Occasional rips in bigger surf. Strong undertows. No lifeguard. Long walk from car park.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: SWS
  type: Place
  description: 50 minutes drive from SWS airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 4
  crowd level: 4
  water temp c: 12
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 240
    workable range min: 210
    workable range max: 290
    sweet spot size m: 1.7
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 60
    offshore range min: 30
    offshore range max: 120
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: SWS
    drive time minutes: 50
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 5
    secondary months: 8
    secondary months names: Apr, May, Aug

Llangennith
type: TouristAttraction
description: Llangennith is the Gower's workhorse wave--the go-to beach that catches most swells.
disambiguating description: Gower's workhorse - Infamous paddle out - Welsh surf heartland
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 51.59
  longitude: -4.2833
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Gower
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 255°
  description: Works best with swells from 255° (WSW). Workable range: 210°-300°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0.6m - 3m
  description: Ideal size: 1.8m. Too small below 0.6m, too big (closeout) above 3m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 7s - 12s
  description: Needs at least 7s period. Ideal: 12s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 90° (E)
  description: Offshore wind from 90° (E). Offshore range: 45°-135°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: all
  description: Tide preference: all.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Best months: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar.
tourist type: All skill levels
warning: Warning
  text: 🌀 Strong rips, 👥 Crowded
  description: Infamous difficult paddle out. Rips present. Can get crowded. Closeouts common on low tide.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: SWS
  type: Place
  description: 45 minutes drive from SWS airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 4
  crowd level: 6
  water temp c: 12
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 255
    workable range min: 210
    workable range max: 300
    sweet spot size m: 1.8
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 90
    offshore range min: 45
    offshore range max: 135
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: SWS
    drive time minutes: 45
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 5
    secondary months: 8
    secondary months names: Apr, May, Aug

Saltburn
type: TouristAttraction
description: Saltburn is the spiritual home of northeast England surfing--a Victorian seaside town with beach and reef.
disambiguating description: NE England's surf hub - Victorian charm - Beach and reef sections
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 54.5833
  longitude: -0.975
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: North Yorkshire
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 20°
  description: Works best with swells from 20° (NNE). Workable range: 340°-70°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0.9m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.7m. Too small below 0.9m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 8s - 12s
  description: Needs at least 8s period. Ideal: 12s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 200° (SSW)
  description: Offshore wind from 200° (SSW). Offshore range: 170°-250°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid
  description: Tide preference: mid.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Best months: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar.
tourist type: All skill levels
warning: Warning
  text: 🚫 Pollution, 🪨 Rocks, 🌀 Strong rips, 👥 Crowded
  description: Pollution can be an issue. Rocks at southern end. Crowded when waves arrive.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: MME
  type: Place
  description: 35 minutes drive from MME airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 4
  crowd level: 6
  water temp c: 10
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 20
    workable range min: 340
    workable range max: 70
    sweet spot size m: 1.7
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 200
    offshore range min: 170
    offshore range max: 250
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: MME
    drive time minutes: 35
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months names: Apr, Sep

Tynemouth Longsands
type: TouristAttraction
description: Tynemouth Longsands is the most accessible surf in northeast England--a long sandy beach within easy reach of Newcastle.
disambiguating description: Newcastle's urban surf - Priory ruins backdrop - Easy access from city
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 55.0167
  longitude: -1.4333
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Tyne and Wear
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 20°
  description: Works best with swells from 20° (NNE). Workable range: 340°-70°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0.6m - 1.8m
  description: Ideal size: 1.2m. Too small below 0.6m, too big (closeout) above 1.8m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 7s - 11s
  description: Needs at least 7s period. Ideal: 11s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 250° (WSW)
  description: Offshore wind from 250° (WSW). Offshore range: 210°-290°. Best window: both.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid
  description: Tide preference: mid.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Best months: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar.
tourist type: All skill levels
warning: Warning
  text: 👥 Crowded, 🌀 Strong rips
  description: Can get crowded with surf schools. Rips in bigger swells.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: NCL
  type: Place
  description: 25 minutes drive from NCL airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 3
  crowd level: 6
  water temp c: 10
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 20
    workable range min: 340
    workable range max: 70
    sweet spot size m: 1.2
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 250
    offshore range min: 210
    offshore range max: 290
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: NCL
    drive time minutes: 25
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 5
    secondary months names: Apr, May

Praa Sands
type: TouristAttraction
description: Praa Sands is south Cornwall's most popular beach break--a south-facing cove that catches SW groundswell.
disambiguating description: South Cornwall's best beach - Board-snapping shore dump - SW swell catcher
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 50.1
  longitude: -5.3833
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: South Cornwall
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 210°
  description: Works best with swells from 210° (SSW). Workable range: 180°-250°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0.9m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.7m. Too small below 0.9m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 9s - 13s
  description: Needs at least 9s period. Ideal: 13s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 20° (NNE)
  description: Offshore wind from 20° (NNE). Offshore range: 350°-60°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: low-mid
  description: Tide preference: low-mid.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
  description: Best months: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr.
tourist type: All skill levels
warning: Warning
  text: 🌀 Strong rips, 👥 Crowded
  description: Dangerous rips. Heavy board-breaking shore dump at high tide. Often very crowded.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: NQY
  type: Place
  description: 55 minutes drive from NQY airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 4
  crowd level: 7
  water temp c: 12
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 210
    workable range min: 180
    workable range max: 250
    sweet spot size m: 1.7
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 20
    offshore range min: 350
    offshore range max: 60
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: NQY
    drive time minutes: 55
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months: 4
    primary months names: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
    secondary months: 5
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months names: May, Sep

Compton Bay
type: TouristAttraction
description: Compton Bay is the Isle of Wight's most surfed beach--a stretch with three distinct sections.
disambiguating description: Isle of Wight's surf beach - Three sections - Ferry adventure
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 50.65528
  longitude: -1.46556
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Isle of Wight
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 220°
  description: Works best with swells from 220° (SW). Workable range: 180°-260°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0.6m - 1.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.1m. Too small below 0.6m, too big (closeout) above 1.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 7s - 11s
  description: Needs at least 7s period. Ideal: 11s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0° (N)
  description: Offshore wind from 0° (N). Offshore range: 320°-60°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: low-mid
  description: Tide preference: low-mid.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
  description: Best months: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb.
tourist type: All skill levels
warning: Warning
  text: 🌀 Strong rips, 👥 Crowded
  description: Most popular surf beach on Isle of Wight. Rips in bigger swells. Requires ferry access.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: SOU
  type: Place
  description: 120 minutes drive from SOU airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 3
  crowd level: 6
  water temp c: 12
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 220
    workable range min: 180
    workable range max: 260
    sweet spot size m: 1.05
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 0
    offshore range min: 320
    offshore range max: 60
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: SOU
    drive time minutes: 120
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months names: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
    secondary months: 3
    secondary months: 9
    secondary months names: Mar, Sep

Dunnet Bay
type: TouristAttraction
description: Dunnet Bay is the friendly face of Caithness surfing--a broad sandy beach that offers a gentler introduction to the region.
disambiguating description: Caithness' friendly beach - Beginner to intermediate - Near Thurso
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 58.63
  longitude: -3.38
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Caithness
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 330°
  description: Works best with swells from 330° (NNW). Workable range: 280°-20°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0.9m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.7m. Too small below 0.9m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 8s - 12s
  description: Needs at least 8s period. Ideal: 12s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 180° (S)
  description: Offshore wind from 180° (S). Offshore range: 100°-200°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid
  description: Tide preference: mid.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
  description: Best months: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr.
tourist type: All skill levels
warning: Warning
  text: 🌀 Strong rips, 🪨 Rocks
  description: Rips and rocks. Reef at north end is more advanced. Cold water year-round.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: WIC
  type: Place
  description: 20 minutes drive from WIC airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 4
  crowd level: 2
  water temp c: 9
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 330
    workable range min: 280
    workable range max: 20
    sweet spot size m: 1.7
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 180
    offshore range min: 100
    offshore range max: 200
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: WIC
    drive time minutes: 20
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months: 4
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
    secondary months: 5
    secondary months: 8
    secondary months names: May, Aug

Newgale
type: TouristAttraction
description: Newgale is one of Pembrokeshire's most consistent surf spots--a pebble-and-sand beach that bears the full force of Atlantic swells.
disambiguating description: Pembrokeshire's consistent pick - Pebble and sand - Atlantic exposure
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 51.85
  longitude: -5.1167
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Pembrokeshire
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 255°
  description: Works best with swells from 255° (WSW). Workable range: 210°-300°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0.9m - 2.5m
  description: Ideal size: 1.7m. Too small below 0.9m, too big (closeout) above 2.5m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 8s - 12s
  description: Needs at least 8s period. Ideal: 12s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 90° (E)
  description: Offshore wind from 90° (E). Offshore range: 30°-120°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid
  description: Tide preference: mid.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Best months: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar.
tourist type: All skill levels
warning: Warning
  text: 🌀 Strong rips
  description: Rips in bigger swells. Pebble bank backwash at high tide. Venturi wind effects from hills.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: CWL
  type: Place
  description: 115 minutes drive from CWL airport.
content rating: verified
contributor: Surfline, Surf-forecast, Stormrider
llm context:
  difficulty: 3
  crowd level: 3
  water temp c: 12
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 255
    workable range min: 210
    workable range max: 300
    sweet spot size m: 1.7
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 90
    offshore range min: 30
    offshore range max: 120
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: CWL
    drive time minutes: 115
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
    secondary months: 4
    secondary months: 5
    secondary months names: Apr, May

Tolcarne Wedge
type: TouristAttraction
description: Tolcarne Wedge is Newquay's bodyboard-friendly wedge, a short, punchy setup that can throw surprisingly square barrels when swell, tide, and rebound line up. It is a compact urban wave rather than a long ride, but that intensity is exactly the draw. Expect tight takeoffs, shallow sand, and a crew that knows the tiny window well.
disambiguating description: Newquay wedge • Bodyboard barrel window • Tide-sensitive setup
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 50.4107
  longitude: -5.0887
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Newquay
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Beach
  description: This is a beach break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 290°
  description: Works best with swells from 290° (WNW). Workable range: 270°-310°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0.9m - 1.8m
  description: Ideal size: 1.4m. Too small below 0.9m, too big (closeout) above 1.8m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 8s - 12s
  description: Needs at least 8s period. Ideal: 12s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 120° (ESE)
  description: Offshore wind from 120° (ESE). Offshore range: 90°-135°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: high
  description: Tide preference: high.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Best months: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar.
tourist type: All skill levels
warning: Warning
  text: 🌀 Strong rips
accessibility API: Nearest airport: NQY
  type: Place
  description: 5 minutes drive from NQY airport.
content rating: community
contributor: Strike Mission Team
llm context:
  difficulty: 4
  crowd level: 5
  water temp c: 13
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 290
    workable range min: 270
    workable range max: 310
    sweet spot size m: 1.35
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 120
    offshore range min: 90
    offshore range max: 135
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: NQY
    drive time minutes: 5
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar

Sandy Bay
type: TouristAttraction
description: Sandy Bay at Llantwit Major is a Welsh bodyboard and surf wedge that wakes up when Bristol Channel energy meets the right tide and bank shape. The wave is fickle, short and powerful, with local knowledge making a big difference. Treat the pin and conditions as a starting point and check the tide carefully before committing.
disambiguating description: Welsh wedge • Bristol Channel pulse • Tide-critical bodyboard wave
geo: GeoCoordinates
  latitude: 51.389
  longitude: -3.522
address: PostalAddress
  address locality: Llantwit Major
  address country: UK
  address region: Europe
additional property: Wave Type
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Reef
  description: This is a reef break, breaking both.
additional property: Optimal Swell Direction
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 235°
  description: Works best with swells from 235° (SW). Workable range: 210°-260°.
additional property: Swell Size Sweet Spot
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 0.9m - 2.4m
  description: Ideal size: 1.6m. Too small below 0.9m, too big (closeout) above 2.4m.
additional property: Swell Period
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 10s - 14s
  description: Needs at least 10s period. Ideal: 14s+ (long-period groundswell).
additional property: Optimal Wind
  type: PropertyValue
  value: 20° (NNE)
  description: Offshore wind from 20° (NNE). Offshore range: 0°-45°. Best window: morning.
additional property: Tide Preference
  type: PropertyValue
  value: mid
  description: Tide preference: mid.
additional property: Primary Season
  type: PropertyValue
  value: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
  description: Best months: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar.
tourist type: Intermediate to advanced
warning: Warning
  text: 🪨 Rocks, 🌀 Strong rips
  description: Rock platform. Bristol Channel funnels swell.
accessibility API: Nearest airport: CWL
  type: Place
  description: 30 minutes drive from CWL airport.
content rating: community
contributor: Strike Mission Team
llm context:
  difficulty: 5
  crowd level: 3
  water temp c: 13
  best board: shortboard
  swell physics:
    explanation: Swell direction must be within the workable range AND within the spot's coastal orientation. A south-facing beach cannot receive north swells, no matter the size or period.
    optimal direction degrees: 235
    workable range min: 210
    workable range max: 260
    sweet spot size m: 1.65
  wind physics:
    explanation: Offshore wind (blowing from land toward ocean) grooms the wave face. Onshore wind (blowing from ocean toward land) destroys wave quality. Wind tolerance varies by wave type.
    optimal offshore degrees: 20
    offshore range min: 0
    offshore range max: 45
    max offshore speed kmh: 35
  travel logistics:
    nearest airport: CWL
    drive time minutes: 30
    boat required: false
    boat cost usd per day: 0
  best season:
    primary months: 9
    primary months: 10
    primary months: 11
    primary months: 12
    primary months: 1
    primary months: 2
    primary months: 3
    primary months names: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar