Surf U. K. : The Definitive Guide to Surfing in Britain

by Alderson, Alf

• ISBN13: 9780470516539
• ISBN10: 0470516534
• Edition: 3rd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2008-09-22
• Publisher: Wiley

Summary

Surf UK is the ultimate guide to Britain's surf beaches. Compiled by an experienced surfer; with input from well-known surfers all round the UK. You can't beat local knowledge to help you find exciting waves in unexpected places. Each chapter deals with a particular section of the coastline. A numbered map highlights each beach, the numbers on the map corresponding to numbers in the text. Here, each 'break' is discussed together with details about the beach including access, facilities and accommodation. Using this book, you should always be able to find the best waves going, whatever your standard. In short, this is the best companion in your travels to find the perfect wave.Table of Contents: Chapter 1 - Foreword & Introduction.Chapter 2 - UK Surf Guide - Format.Chapter 3 - Cornwall.Chapter 4 - Devon.Chapter 5 - South Coast of England & Isle of Wight.Chapter 6 - East Anglia & Lincolnshire.Chapter 7 - North East England.Chapter 8 Scotland: East Coast, North Coast, and West Coast & Islands. Chapter 9 - South Wales & The Gower Peninsula.Chapter 10 - Pembrokeshire.Chapter 11 - North & Mid Wales.Chapter 12 - The Severn Bore.Chapter 13 - Waves & Surf.Chapter 14 - Green Seas & SAS.Chapter 15 - Appendix: Surf Data.

Author Biography

Alf Alderson is an award-winning freelance journalist and photographer based in Pembrokeshire, South West Wales. He specialises in adventure sports and travel journalism, and his work has appeared in newspapers and magazines in Britain, the USA, Canada, Australia and Europe.

Table of Contents

Foreword and Introduction

How to Use this Guide

Cornwall

Devon

The South Coast and the Isle of Wight

East Anglia and Lincolnshire

North East England

Scotland

South Wales and Gower Peninsula

Pembrokeshire

North and Mid Wales

The Severn Bore

Waves and Surf

Green Seas - The Campaign Continues

Appendix: Surf Data

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