Cayton Point
Cayton Point is Yorkshire's most feared wave--a heavy, multi-lipped left that breaks directly onto shallow boulder reef.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- NNE (20°)
- Direction range
- 340° - 60°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 2m - 2.6m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 13s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- W (270°)
- Offshore range
- 225° - 315°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- low to mid
Water temp
10°C
Wetsuit
5/4mm + boots
Difficulty
9/10
Crowd level
2/10
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Cayton Point?
Cayton Point is a slab in Yorkshire, UK, that mostly breaks left.
What swell works best at Cayton Point?
Cayton Point picks up swell from the NNW round to the ENE, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the NNE. It starts working at around 1.2m and handles up to about 3m, with the sweet spot around 2 to 2.6m. Period matters too: aim for 13s or longer, as anything under 9s tends to be weak. These are the numbers our scoring uses, so treat them as a guide rather than a promise.
What wind is offshore at Cayton Point?
A W wind is dead offshore at Cayton Point, and anything from the SW round to the NW keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 6am to 11am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Cayton Point?
Cayton Point is at its best around the low to mid tide.
When is the best time of year to surf Cayton Point?
The most reliable run of swell at Cayton Point comes Oct to Mar. There's a second window in Apr and Sep too.
How cold is the water at Cayton Point?
The water at Cayton Point averages around 10°C, so you'll want a 5/4mm with boots. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Cayton Point good for beginners?
No. As a slab, it's strictly for experienced surfers. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 2/10). Heavy left breaking onto boulder reef. Multi-lipped takeoff INTO rock ledges. Potentially fatal.
How do I get to Cayton Point?
The nearest airport on our list is LBA, then it's roughly a 1.5-hour drive.
What other surf spots are near Cayton Point?
The closest breaks we track are Saltburn (54 km), handy when Cayton Point isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Apr, Sep
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