NNorth East Surfing

Whitley Bay

Surf Spot

Description

A long sweep of sand between Cullercoats and St Mary's Lighthouse with plenty of peaks to choose from. It needs a north or north-easterly swell to get going, and when it does it gets busy with local surfers. A natural stop on the surf check walk.

Location

Spot conditions

Break
Beach break (both)
Ability
Intermediate
Best swell
N, NE
Offshore wind
SW
Best tide
mid
Season
winter

Inconsistent

Hazards

  • Rocks, especially at the northern end towards St Mary's
  • busy when it's on