About This Spot
Perran Sands, 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 Medium waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With N–SSW–SW winds throughout the season, Perran Sands, England (UK) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Winds are frontal as with most of the UK. Be aware of squalls and bad weather coming in. Best directions are SSW to N.
When to Go
Air temperatures can vary from close to 0°C in the winter with wind chill to a sweltering 25-30°C. Thanks to the gulf stream the water temp does not drop below 10°C. It's possible to ride all year round but a good winter suit is needed out of season. Summertime you can get away with a 3/2 summer suit or at least a shorty.
What to Expect
Atlantic swell from the NW and W. Some shallow flat water around low tide. Popular surfing beach. break waves both right and left. Hollow and powerful working from 3ft and holding 6ft+. Sandy bottom. At its best with a big swell and a SSW-SW Perran sands can offer up near perfect down the line wave riding. Look out for rip tides.
Wind & Conditions
N · SSW · SW · WSW · W · WNW · NW · NNW
Best wind direction
Winds are frontal as with most of the UK. Be aware of squalls and bad weather coming in. Best directions are SSW to N.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Atlantic swell from the NW and W. Some shallow flat water around low tide. Popular surfing beach. break waves both right and left. Hollow and powerful working from 3ft and holding 6ft+. Sandy bottom. At its best with a big swell and a SSW-SW Perran sands can offer up near perfect down the line wave riding. Look out for rip tides.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
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Nearest airport is Newquay (7 miles North) with good links and cheap flights to Stanstead and Gatwick (London). Next is Plymouth linking Newquay to Manchester and other UK airports. Nearest main international airport is Exeter. Rail links to Newquay. Perranporth has Bus links.
Location
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