Croyde Bay surfing is possibly the best in the whole of the UK, with arguably the finest waves breaking here. It’s regularly rated as one of the top surfing beaches in the UK and even across Europe with consistently good sets.
Croyde is a magical location in North Devon situated down small roads between Saunton Sands and Woolacombe beaches on the tip of North West Devon. The bay is a horse-shoe-shaped and looks out across Atlantic ocean capturing the swells coming in with surfers always at the ready.
Surfing at Croyde is reliable throughout the year with the best conditions during the winter months and late autumn/early spring. It can also be surfed throughout the day with barrels more likely at low tide and bigger waves as the tide comes in.
If you’re wanting to learn to surf at Croyde then the summer months are the most popular. There are great facilities on hand with surf schools and camping available that backs up right onto the beach. You also won’t be alone as this relatively small beach hosts at least 3 surf schools and enough board hire places to get everyone on the water.
If you’re in North Devon this is definitely one of the best spots to visit. And if you’re not in North Devon you should make your way here!
What does Croyde Bay look like?
Croyde Bay Surfing Forecast
Getting to Croyde Bay & Parking
Address: EX33 1NZ
Located between Saunton Sands and Woolacombe Beach this is one of the most popular surf spots in north Devon. The coastal roads are pretty tight and windy but there is plenty of parking when you arrive.
Croyde car park
EX33 1LX
Winter Tariff
1hr – £1.10, 2hr – £2.20, 3hr – £3.30, All day – £4.40
Summer Tariff
1hr – £0.70, 2hr – £1.40, All day – £1.70
Surf Lessons & Hire at Croyde Bay
| Surf South West | EX33 1NZ | https://surfsouthwest.com/ | 01271 890400 | Surfboard | Group | £35.00 | £65.00 | £130.00 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wetsuit | Private | £120.00 | |||||||||
| Surfing Croyde Bay | EX33 1NU | https://surfingcroydebay.co.uk/ | 0800 188 4860 | Surfboard | £10.00 | £15.00 | £70.00 | Group | £35.00 | £65.00 | £130.00 |
| Wetsuit | £8.00 | £12.00 | £60.00 | Private | £120.00 | ||||||
| Croyde Surf Academy | EX33 1QE | https://croydesurfacademy.com/ | 01271 320 218 | Surfboard | £7.00 | £10.00 | Group | £40.00 | |||
| Wetsuit | £7.00 | £10.00 | Private | £99.00 |
Food & Accommodation Near Croyde Bay
Food
There are plenty of cafes and pubs in Croyde all a short walk from the beach serving the usual as well as some great ice cream. Right on the beach you’ll find take away food and drinks in the shop/cafe leading to the campsite. Handy when you’re tired at the end of the day or when taking a break from surfing!
Accommodation
Cottages – https://www.choice-cottages.com/holiday-locations/croyde-cottages/
Camping – https://www.pitchup.com/campsites/England/South_West/Devon/Croyde/