Gwithian & Godrevy
The St Ives Bay beaches, facing Godrevy lighthouse.
Gwithian and Godrevy form a long stretch of sand in St Ives Bay, opposite Godrevy lighthouse, which inspired Virginia Woolf. There are peaks for everyone along the beach.
It's an area with a long surf tradition and many surf schools.
Spot facts
| Wave type | Beach break |
|---|---|
| Direction | Lefts and rights |
| Level | All levels |
| Best swell | NW, W, N |
| Best wind (offshore) | SE, S, E |
| Tide | All tides |
| Size | 0.5–2 m |
| Best season | All year |
| Crowd | Medium |
| Localism | Low |
Surf forecast
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Model forecast for open water a few kilometres offshore: it can't see sandbanks or the shelter of headlands and jetties. The rating (0–5) is worked out from this spot's ideal swell and wind. Use it as a guide and check the sea before paddling out. Data: Open-Meteo (DWD, ECMWF; CC BY 4.0)
Which board to bring
A funboard or minimalibu for learning; a shortboard in good swell. How many litres? Work out your volume with the volume calculator.
What to bring to surf Gwithian & Godrevy
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Localism and vibe
An open vibe.
Surfing style
Beach break for everyone.
Hazards
Currents and rocks around Godrevy.
Map
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Indicative information gathered from surf guides and surfers' experience. Conditions change with the sandbanks: check the forecast and ask at the beach.