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Broad Haven Wales

Pembrokeshire, Wales

Beach breakBeginner

On the west side of St Brides Bay in Pembrokeshire, Broad Haven is a family resort village where consistent Atlantic swells create accessible beach break in a sheltered bay that's great for learning and intermediate surfing.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalW (270°)
WindowSSW–NNW (210°–330°)
Size–W 1–2m at 10–14s

Wind

NE

Light to E under 15 knots

Tide

Mid tide

LowMidHigh

Season

Sep–Mar

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

Beach break

Bottom

Sand

Shape

Multiple peaks in the sheltered bay

Length

40–80m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Beginner to intermediate
  • •Why: Sheltered bay reduces wave power, excellent for learning

Hazards

  • •Rocks on the bay edges
  • •Rip currents near the southern headland
  • •Very crowded in July and August

Local Tips

  • •The Little Haven village next door to the south is more charming and quieter
  • •The Pembrokeshire Coast Path runs along the cliffs above both villages
  • •The local surf school is one of the best places to connect with the Pembrokeshire surf community

Location

Map showing the location of Broad Haven Wales in Pembrokeshire, Wales

51.7981, -5.0869