Porth Joke, known locally as Polly Joke, is the secluded sandy cove at the end of the West Pentire / Crantock path, with a hidden-bay feel that makes it more of a walk-in surf check than a town beach. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Porth Joke in North Cornwall.
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The bay is northwest-facing, low tide exposes more sand and rock, and the cleaner window should be southeast wind with west to northwest swell.
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Lineup Guide
The bay is northwest-facing, low tide exposes more sand and rock, and the cleaner window should be southeast wind with west to northwest swell.
Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.
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