North Devon is the 2nd area in Europe to be crowned a World Surfing Reserve
Not all of us surfers are enjoying tropical waters, bikinis and sunshine. In fact, there are many more cold water surfers out there than the media gives us credit for, year-round often fighting cuttingly cold winds, 5mm wetsuits with hoods and hands so cold we can’t do up our jeans after a session.
For the women that live in cold climates or simply get a buzz from a cold water session, you’ll be stoked to hear that North Devon, a green rural area in the UK full of stunning sand dunes and endless untouched beaches, has just become the first region in the UK to be named a World Surfing Reserve.
If you’ve ever surfed, kitesurfed, windsurfed or paddleboarded in this area of the world, this will come as no surprise to you. Stretching 19 miles, this now globally-recognised region is home to some of the finest beach breaks in England, such as Croyde, Woolacombe, and Saunton Sands.
So what makes a world surf reserve? There are elements to consider like wave quality and consistency, environmental characteristics, and surf culture and history.
There are loads of female surfers in North Devon, so if you decide to start surfing here or visit, you’ll be in good company! Check out this cool video by king of kooks about the women representing in North Devon (yeaaaahhh!).
