Surf UK 3e – The Definitive Guide to Surfing in Britain - Softcover

Alderson, Alf

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0470516534 ISBN 13: 9780470516539

Publisher: Fernhurst Books Ltd., 2008

Synopsis

Surf UK is the ultimate guide to Britain's surf beaches. Compiled by an experienced surfer; with input from well-known surfers all round the UK. You can't beat local knowledge to help you find exciting waves in unexpected places. Each chapter deals with a particular section of the coastline. A numbered map highlights each beach, the numbers on the map corresponding to numbers in the text. Here, each 'break' is discussed together with details about the beach including access, facilities and accommodation. Using this book, you should always be able to find the best waves going, whatever your standard. In short, this is the best companion in your travels to find the perfect wave. Table of Contents: Chapter 1 - Foreword & Introduction. Chapter 2 - UK Surf Guide - Format. Chapter 3 - Cornwall. Chapter 4 - Devon. Chapter 5 - South Coast of England & Isle of Wight. Chapter 6 - East Anglia & Lincolnshire. Chapter 7 - North East England. Chapter 8 - Scotland: East Coast, North Coast, and West Coast & Islands. Chapter 9 - South Wales & The Gower Peninsula. Chapter 10 - Pembrokeshire. Chapter 11 - North & Mid Wales. Chapter 12 - The Severn Bore. Chapter 13 - Waves & Surf. Chapter 14 - Green Seas & SAS. Chapter 15 - Appendix: Surf Data.

About this title

About the Author

Alf Alderson is an award-winning freelance journalist and photographer based in Pembrokeshire, South West Wales. He specialises in adventure sports and travel journalism, and his work has appeared in newspapers and magazines in Britain, the USA, Canada, Australia and Europe.

From the Back Cover

Bored with the popular surf spots? Frustrated with the crowds? Discover the hidden places that make the UK a surfing paradise.

Surf UK is your ultimate guide to Britain's Surf beaches. It's packed with the local knowledge you need to discover exciting waves in unexpected places.

Each chapter deals with a particular section of the coastline and each 'break' is discussed together with details about the beach including access, facilities and accommodation. Using this book, you should always find the best waves going, whatever your standard. Surf UK also hints at where you might discover your own 'secret spot' for those surfers eager to get off the beaten track. Once described as the British beach bum's bible', Surf UK retains that crown and now offers even more information to get you riding the UK's best waves.

Edition details

• Publisher: Fernhurst Books Ltd.
• Publication date: 2008
• ISBN 10: 0470516534
• ISBN 13: 9780470516539
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 360