Sennen Cove
Sennen Cove sits near the very tip of Cornwall at Land's End, wide open to whatever the Atlantic sends its way.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- W (280°)
- Direction range
- 250° - 315°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 2m - 2.6m
- Height multiplier
- 0.92×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- ENE (70°)
- Offshore range
- 45° - 110°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- low to mid
Water temp
13°C
Wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
5/10
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Sennen Cove?
Sennen Cove is a beach break in West Cornwall, UK, with peaks that run both left and right.
What swell works best at Sennen Cove?
Sennen Cove picks up swell from the WSW round to the NW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the W. 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 12s or longer, as anything under 8s 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 Sennen Cove?
An ENE wind is dead offshore at Sennen Cove, and anything from the NE round to the ESE 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 Sennen Cove?
Sennen Cove is at its best around the low to mid tide.
When is the best time of year to surf Sennen Cove?
The most reliable run of swell at Sennen Cove comes Sep to Mar. There's a second window in Apr to Jun and Aug too.
How cold is the water at Sennen Cove?
The water at Sennen Cove averages around 13°C, so you'll want a 4/3mm fullsuit. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Sennen Cove good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 4/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. Expect a moderate crowd (5/10) when it's on. Rips against the harbour wall and rocks at south end.
How do I get to Sennen Cove?
The nearest airport on our list is NQY, then it's roughly a 50-minute drive.
What other surf spots are near Sennen Cove?
The closest breaks we track are Praa Sands (23 km), Porthleven Reef (27 km) and Porthtowan (40 km), handy when Sennen Cove isn't working. Fun fact: it's the most southerly break we track in UK.
Best Season
Peak: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Apr, May, Jun, Aug
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Praa Sands
South Cornwall's best beach - Board-snapping shore dump - SW swell catcher
Porthleven Reef
Cornwall's heavy reef - Harbour wall barrels - SW swell magnet
Porthtowan
Punchy Cornwall beach - Hollow low tide peaks - Cliff-flanked cove
St Agnes
Cornish village vibes - Reef and beach mix - Strong local crew
Little Fistral
South Fistral reef - More technical than main beach - Local knowledge rewarded
Fistral Beach
England's surfing capital - Year-round waves - Ground zero for UK surf