About This Spot
Humberston, England (UK) is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in England (UK).
Situated in Europe, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Chop and Small waves and Medium waves water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With N–NE–E winds, peaking from January to December, Humberston, England (UK) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Northwest is the best direction for speed sailing.
When to Go
North Sea can by cold out side of the summer months, wetsuit needed.
What to Expect
Perfectly flat in Northwest winds. Many different conditions on this spot. Shallow, flat and choppy, small to medium waves. It is on the side of a river mouth, with sandbars etc. Look out for the ships passing by. Look out for some shipwrecks, which can be seen during low tide, but will be covered during high tide. Look out for currents with outgoing tide, it can make you loose your board. Also be careful with incoming tide, it can get pretty strong. Humberston is on the shore line of the river Humber which is a busy major shipping lanes feeding Grimsby and Immingham and the port of Hull not forgetting the oil and gas terminals at Tetney. Don't be surprised if you see some seals popping up in front of you from time to time mostly harmless but if you see a bull seal get away from them as they are aggressive in the breeding season.
Wind & Conditions
N · NE · E · SE · NW
Best wind direction
Northwest is the best direction for speed sailing.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Perfectly flat in Northwest winds. Many different conditions on this spot. Shallow, flat and choppy, small to medium waves. It is on the side of a river mouth, with sandbars etc. Look out for the ships passing by. Look out for some shipwrecks, which can be seen during low tide, but will be covered during high tide. Look out for currents with outgoing tide, it can make you loose your board. Also be careful with incoming tide, it can get pretty strong. Humberston is on the shore line of the river Humber which is a busy major shipping lanes feeding Grimsby and Immingham and the port of Hull not forgetting the oil and gas terminals at Tetney. Don't be surprised if you see some seals popping up in front of you from time to time mostly harmless but if you see a bull seal get away from them as they are aggressive in the breeding season.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
M62 Grimsby head for Cleethorpes, then Thorpe Park at Humberston.
Location
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