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The clean window is north wind with a north-northeast swell, and mid to high tide is the safer bet.
Surf GuideNorth East England
Black Middens
Black Middens is the Tyne mouth reef and river check above North Shields, a sheltered left-hand wave with piers, pollution, and rocks shaping a very inconsistent but memorable North East surf spot. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Black Middens in North East England.
Break TypeReef Break
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationNorth East England, GB
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Use the Admiral Collingwood parking area, watch for pollution and rocks, and expect the piers to shape the takeoff in a very tight lineup.
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