Durham and Northumberland
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Positives
- Good surfing geology
- Slab reefs and open beachbreaks
- Uncrowded Northumberland
- Urban and country vibe
Negatives
- Industrial city pollution issues
- Winter best
- Cold and uninviting
- Some crowded spots
Durham and Northumberland surf travel guide
The North East is home to two contrasting surf experiences, the urban, polluted waves around Tyneside and Middlesbrough and the pristine, uncrowded wilds of Northumbria.
Surf spots in Durham and Northumberland
Research the 20 surf breaks in Durham and Northumberland and discover what spots suit the current conditions.
Break lowdown
We’ve collated the wave data giving you a unique insight into the 20 breaks in Durham and Northumberland.
When to go
Surf and weather statistics to help plan your surf trip to Durham and Northumberland
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Travel Information
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Visas
Since Brexit, unrestricted travel between the UK and the EU is over. The current system allows for visa free travel for up to 90/180 days a year. Beyond 90 days things get very complicated so check online for the details. US, Canada, OZ, NZ and some others follow the same 90-180 day rules. Most other countries need a visa before arrival. more info here
Getting Around
The coastal roads around Newcastle and Sunderland get very busy during summer and weekends and short distances can take a lot longer than expected. It's an hour and a half from Newcastle to Bamburgh in the north via the coastal roads and an hour down to the breaks around Hartlepool.
Accommodation
Endless options all along the coast so choose between the busy city beach areas around Newcastle or Sunderland or the empty villages and beaches in the north of the region where you can surf alone.
Activities
Newcastle nightlife is legendary.
Hazards & hassles
Very cold and dirty water around the big city rivermouth breaks.
Handy Hints
It's easy to avoid the city crowds by heading north and there are some excellent waves if you look around. Tynemouthsurfco has a handy webcam for Longsands (pictures only)
Due to global pandemic, Visas, Getting There, Getting Around or Accommodation information and pricing may have changed. Always check Government Travel Advice before travelling.