Brims Ness
Thurso · United Kingdom
Reefgood for advanced surfers
Several reefs on an exposed headland — catches the most swell in the north. Best wind — S/SE.
Live 7-day forecast →
Wave height and period, wind, tide and a “can you surf today” verdict — for every level and for yours personally. Free, no install.
The spot in short
| Type | Reef |
|---|---|
| Good for | advanced surfers |
| Beach faces | northwest |
| Working swell | from west — north |
| Coordinates | 58.594, -3.655 |
FAQ
Is Brims Ness good for beginners?
Brims Ness is a spot for advanced surfers. Beginners are better off at an easier spot nearby — see the list below; Plyuh’s forecast shows where it’s safe to learn today.
What’s the surf forecast for Brims Ness today?
The live 7-day forecast — wave height and period, wind, tide, daylight and a plain-words verdict — is on the spot’s page in Plyuh: https://plyuh.com/#thurso/brims-ness. The forecast is checked against nearby buoys and satellites.
Spots nearby — Thurso
- Farr Bay — Beach break in a bay, intermediates and advanced surfers
- Strathy — Beach break at a river mouth, intermediates and advanced surfers
- Melvich — Beach break at a river mouth, intermediates
- Sandside — Reef, advanced surfers
- Thurso East — Right-hand reef, advanced surfers
- Murkle Point — Left-hand reef, advanced surfers
- Dunnet Bay — Beach break in a bay, beginners and intermediates
- Skirza — Left-hand reef, advanced surfers