Surf Spot Of The Week: Watergate Bay, Cornwall

Just a few minutes up the road from last week's surf spot of the week in Newquay sits Watergate Bay. A spot that feels a little more open, a little more relaxed and, on the right day, seriously fun.

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Stretching for around two miles, Watergate gives you something a lot of busy UK surf beaches don't always offer... SPACE!. Even when it's busy, it often feels like there's room to spread out, find your own section and enjoy being in the water.

Watergate picks up plenty of swell thanks to its exposed position on the North Cornwall coast and can work across a range of conditions. Smaller days can make it a really enjoyable spot for people building confidence, while bigger swells can quickly remind you to bring your 'A game.'

Because the beach is so open, it can handle crowds better than some nearby spots too, which is part of what makes it such a favourite.

Best for

• Beginners on smaller days

• Intermediate surfers

• Bodyboarders

• Long beach walks and surf days with non-surfing friends or family

Conditions

• Beach break

• Picks up Atlantic swell well

• Generally works across a range of tides

• Bigger winter swells can get powerful

As always, conditions change quickly, so check your forecast before heading out.

The vibe

Watergate feels a little different to some of Cornwall's busier surf spots. There's a good mix of locals, visitors, families and surfers all sharing the space. Grab a coffee at a local favourite Cub&Co, walk the beach, watch a few sets roll through and it quickly becomes one of those places you find yourself coming back to.

Have you surfed Watergate Bay? Let us know your thoughts!