Marloes Sands is a remote beachbreak that peels both left and right over a mix of uneven reef and sand.
When It Works
The beach draws swell from south through west, with a southwest swell the best match. It is usable from 0.6 m / 2 ft to 3.7 m / 12 ft, leaving a wide working window between too small and too big.
Wind and Tide
Look for a northeast offshore wind. Marloes surfs on low and mid tide, with a rising tide generally the better call. Skip it at high, when the rock-strewn beach is covered and the waves stop working.
Access
Getting in means a long walk from a small National Trust car park, where you pay to park. The car park is very isolated and has a reputation for thieves, so leave nothing of value in the car. Camping is available nearby. Keep an eye on the water too, as sections of the beach get cut off as the tide pushes in.
