The most northerly beach in St Ives bay, Godrevy picks up the biggest swell. The locals head here when the swell is small to medium size, and the wind is from the south or south-east.

 

It can also be good in northerlies, but watch out for waves that jack up to mast-high, even without a large swell.This spot has huge potential but is technically difficult.

 

Tides: -

 

 

Be careful of the dangerous currents, and the tide does come in fast

 

 

 

 

 

Wind directions: -

 

                                          North to north east can be good, but beware of the waves                                           that jack up

                                           

 

                                           South to south east, can be good for smaller swells as                                                has the largest swell of the bay

 

 

Other useful info:

 

Drive time from Exeter - 1 hr 45 mins

 

Parking available in the National Trust car park and some amazing food in the nearby cafe