Gorleston is a surf spot located on the east coast of England. It's a beach break with shifting sandbars, making it a bit unpredictable. If you're looking for a place to catch some waves, this spot can be worth checking out. It's best suited for beginners, so if you’re just getting started, you might find it a good spot to practice.
The waves here tend to be slow and can be a bit poor at times, but when the conditions are right, Gorleston can deliver. You’ll want to look for a solid north swell for the best results, and it’s ideal to surf during mid to high tide. The spot generally handles swell sizes starting at about 1ft (0.3 meters). You’ll find both left and right waves, with a long walled left and hollow right sometimes appearing by the groynes. The preferred wind direction is from the southwest, which helps to create better wave conditions.
When planning your visit, keep in mind that the sandbars here shift a lot, so be ready for some variability in wave size and shape from session to session. It’s one of those places where you might have to spend some time to figure out the best spots to surf on any given day.