The Surf Window

Llangennith

Swansea, Wales

Beach breakIntermediate

At the tip of the Gower Peninsula in South Wales, Llangennith is Wales' longest and most impressive beach, a 3km stretch of sand at the foot of Rhossili Down where consistent Atlantic swells and a legendary surf camp have defined Welsh surfing for 60 years.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalW (270°)
WindowSSW–NNW (210°–330°)
Size–W 1–3m at 12–16s

Wind

NE

Light to E under 15 knots

Tide

Mid tide

LowMidHigh

Season

Sep–Apr

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

Beach break

Bottom

Sand

Shape

Multiple peaks along the long beach

Length

60–150m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: All levels
  • •Why: 3km of beach means peaks for everyone, beginners at the sheltered south end, advanced surfers on the exposed north

Hazards

  • •Strong rip currents especially near the stream outlets
  • •Very isolated beach, 2km walk from the car park
  • •Cold water in autumn and winter

Local Tips

  • •The Wales Surf School at Llangennith has operated since the 1960s
  • •Burry Holms island at the north end is reachable at low tide, a Celtic monastic site
  • •The Kings Head pub in Llangennith village is a legendary surf pub

Location

Map showing the location of Llangennith in Swansea, Wales

51.6026, -4.2737