Bigbury Beach
Royaume-Uni · England
Bigbury-on-Sea beach, located on the south coast of Devon in England, is an exposed sandy spot that attracts kiters for its wide space and family-friendly atmosphere. It is a favorite among locals when the wind picks up, with a view of Burgh Island providing a nice backdrop.
The spot offers a beautiful stretch of sand that is well-suited for kite sessions, especially at low tide when the water recedes. It is a place where beginners in surfing are often seen, but kiters find their satisfaction with variable conditions depending on the wind direction.
Bigbury-on-Sea remains a solid choice for a kite day in southern England, with paid parking nearby and a relaxed atmosphere.
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The spot works well with winds from southwest to northwest, which are side-shore or side-off for flat to choppy water. In NW wind, the water becomes very flat, ideal for freestyle or freeride, while in SW there is a bit of chop with waves up to 1m. The launch is easy on the wide sandy beach, but be cautious of the tide which changes the size of the navigable area: at low tide, the space is vast but the water is shallow; at high tide, the area narrows.
The navigation area extends across the entire bay, with long runs possible, but avoid going too close to Burgh Island to not encroach on swimming zones. Takeoff is directly on the deserted beach in the morning, and the spot works year-round thanks to SW groundswells combined with NE offshore winds. In pure south wind, it is more onshore and less fun. Sessions are best when the wind rises to 15-25 kts, with a current score around 49/100 and 23 kts observed.
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