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Surfing in North Devon means cold water for much of the year. A good wetsuit keeps you warm, comfortable and surfing longer. Summer: A 3/2mm wetsuit suits most days, with a shorty for warmer spells. Spring and autumn: A 4/3mm wetsuit is ideal, often paired with boots. Winter: A 5/4mm wetsuit with boots, gloves and a hood is essential. Fit is just as important as thickness. A well-fitting wetsuit keeps water movement to a minimum and improves warmth and flexibility. At The

North Devon offers year-round surf, but each season brings different conditions. Knowing where to go can make all the difference. Spring brings cleaner conditions and lighter winds. Woolacombe and Saunton often offer long, mellow waves ideal for progression. Summer delivers smaller surf but consistent beach break, perfect for beginners and longboarders. Woolacombe is especially popular thanks to its space and forgiving waves. Autumn is prime time, with stronger swells and

Choosing your first surfboard is one of the most important steps in learning to surf, especially in North Devon where conditions vary day to day. The right board helps you catch more waves, progress faster and enjoy your sessions from the start. For most beginners, volume and stability matter far more than performance. A longer board with plenty of volume paddles easily and gets into waves earlier, which is ideal for beaches like Woolacombe, Saunton and Croyde. Foam surfboard

Foam surfboards, often called foamies or soft tops, still get written off as beginner boards. In places like North Devon, where conditions can change by the hour and perfection is never guaranteed, that mindset means missing out on a lot of very good surfing. A foamie is not just something you learn on. It is a practical, fun and surprisingly useful board that earns its keep in any quiver, whether you are new to surfing or have been surfing the North Coast for years. 1. More