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Porthleven Harbour

Porthleven

Porthleven is Cornwall's famous harbour reef, a compact but powerful surf spot where the break and the town are inseparable. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Porthleven in South Cornwall.

Break TypeReef Break
Skill LevelAdvanced
LocationSouth Cornwall, GB
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Southwest swell and northeast wind are the classic clean setup.

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The surf works through the tide but is best at mid, and the shallow reef, rocks, and crowd pressure make low tide especially serious; off-the-rocks access and respectful parking matter here.

Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.

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