Tynemouth (Longsands)
Newcastle's surf beach: lots of surf schools and plenty of waves for everyone.
Longsands, in Tynemouth, is the closest surf beach to Newcastle, a few minutes away by Metro. It's not the area's highest-quality wave, but it's very accessible and there are waves for everyone.
It fills with surf schools and beginners.
Spot facts
| Wave type | Beach break |
|---|---|
| Direction | Lefts and rights |
| Level | Beginner |
| Best swell | N, NE, E |
| Best wind (offshore) | W, SW |
| Tide | All tides |
| Size | 0.5–1.5 m |
| Best season | All year |
| Crowd | Heavy |
| 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 minimalibu or funboard for learning; a shortboard in good swell. How many litres? Work out your volume with the volume calculator.
What to bring to surf Tynemouth (Longsands)
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.
View on AmazonWarm feet in winter and protection on rocks.
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View on AmazonThe three-fin set for a shortboard.
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Localism and vibe
An open, surf-school vibe.
Surfing style
Beach break for learning.
Hazards
Currents by the rocks.
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.