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Surf GuideSouth Cornwall
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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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.
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