Surf Folkestone East Cliff Sands

Folkestone East Cliff Sands - Folkestone, UK This beach break features both right and left waves over a sandy bottom mixed with rocks. It works best at low and mid tide during falling tide conditions, requiring a minimum wind speed of 25 mph from the west-southwest for optimal swell development. The wave is generally ordinary in power. Folkestone East Cliff Sands offers a reliable alternative to the more crowded North Kent breaks, especially when swells from the Atlantic hit the English Channel. The beach is well-sheltered by the harbour, providing clean waves even when other spots are blown out. While it has been surfed since the late 1960s, it has seen a decline in popularity in recent years. Access is straightforward, with instant access available from the railway tunnel or a short walk from the cliff top. However, surfers should be cautious of rocks at high tide and potential localism issues.