Sandsend
A long beach north of Whitby, sheltered from the northerly wind.
Sandsend is a sand beach running north from Whitby, the abbey town that inspired Dracula. It has peaks for several levels and is somewhat sheltered from the northerly wind.
It's a good option for longboarding.
Spot facts
| Wave type | Beach break |
|---|---|
| Direction | Lefts and rights |
| Level | All levels |
| Best swell | N, NE, E |
| Best wind (offshore) | W, SW, NW |
| Tide | Mid to high |
| Size | 0.5–2 m |
| Best season | Autumn to spring |
| 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 longboard; a shortboard in good swell. How many litres? Work out your volume with the volume calculator.
What to bring to surf Sandsend
The water is around 7 °C in winter and 14 °C in late summer. This is what we'd bring for this spot's water, level and boards.
For water below 7 °C.
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Localism and vibe
A calm vibe.
Surfing style
Beach break.
Hazards
Rocks at the northern end.
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.