Surf: Powerful, hollow beachbreak peaks if the sandbanks are good, plus a bit of wind protection in the southern corner. Consistent, often crowded, rippy and handles some swell, so not really for beginners. Environment: Ample pay parking, bar and full facilities by the beach. Surf: General: This sandy beach is a heavy, hollow proposition at low, but works through the tides. Low tide reveals the consistent Lushingtons to the south - popular with bodyboards and barrel-hound groms. At high tide the waves are usually smaller, and the cliffs offer some protection from light southerly or southwesterly winds. Sandbars are shifty but often there's a nice right peeling from the north side of the bay. Easy access and beachfront parking means its always crowded and there's a long established local crew here. Regular board breaking sessions and strong rips means its not recommended for the inexperienced. The bay has a tendency to close out when the swell is over 6-foot. Tides: Works through the tides. Size: Thigh high to overhead. Wind: SE, E Swell: W Bottom: Sand, pebbles and stones at high. Paddling: Long paddles when swell picks up. Spot Rating: Classic Cornish beachie working through the tides. 'Lushies' has fast, hollow, lefts popular with bodyboarders. The main beach can have good long walls, fast tubes, or can be a giant close-out. Access: Free winter parking close to beach, which becomes pay parking after Easter. Crowds: Crowd Factor: Large, year round local crew, but gets crazy busy in the summer. Local Vibe: Feisty, long established and competitive, but tolerant when surfed with humility and respect. Environment: Has had sewage discharge problems in heavy rain. Hazards: Rips when big and sewage after heavy rains. Season: September - November.