About This Spot
Mersea Island Beach, England (UK) is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in England (UK).
Situated in Europe, the spot offers Flat and Chop water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With E–ESE–SE winds throughout the season, Mersea Island Beach, England (UK) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Best with E, ESE and SE. Westerly is also good but gusty. Anything southerly is good. In a Northwest it is possible to ride but there is a wind shadow.
When to Go
UK temps air from -10°C to 32°C, average summer temp 20-27°C. Summer steamer occasional shorty. Winter requires full winter steamer. Sail/fly/surf all year round if you have the right wetsuit.
What to Expect
Flat to choppy. Brown water. Medium tide current. Best 2-3 hours either side of high tide. Good sailing at low tide but longer muddy/sand walk. No Waves.
Wind & Conditions
E · ESE · SE
Best wind direction
Best with E, ESE and SE. Westerly is also good but gusty. Anything southerly is good. In a Northwest it is possible to ride but there is a wind shadow.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Flat to choppy. Brown water. Medium tide current. Best 2-3 hours either side of high tide. Good sailing at low tide but longer muddy/sand walk. No Waves.
Check Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
📍No information to the beach
From Stanstead airport, head for Harwich, pickup signs for Colchester and then follow signs to West Mersea on Mersea Island. Free parking.
Location
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