Compton Bay
England South · United Kingdom
Beach break under cliffsgood for beginners and intermediates
The Isle of Wight's main spot, catches SW swell. Best wind — NE.
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 | Beach break under cliffs |
|---|---|
| Good for | beginners and intermediates |
| Beach faces | southwest |
| Working swell | from south — west |
| Coordinates | 50.655, -1.459 |
FAQ
Is Compton Bay good for beginners?
Yes, Compton Bay works for beginners (and not only). Still check the live forecast before paddling out: even a “beginner spot” can get dangerous in a big swell.
What’s the surf forecast for Compton Bay 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/#england-south/compton-bay. The forecast is checked against nearby buoys and satellites.
Spots nearby — England South
- Kimmeridge Bay — surf spot, intermediates and advanced surfers
- Boscombe Pier — Beach break by the pier, beginners and intermediates
- Freshwater Bay — Reef and beach break in a bay, intermediates and advanced surfers