UK Surf Camps
Find surf camps in the best surf towns in the UK.
A surf camp is one of the best ways to learn to surf or take your surfing to the next level. Instead of a single lesson, you spend several days living close to the beach, surfing every day and learning alongside other people who share your passion. The UK has surf camps for every kind of surfer, from complete beginners and families to experienced surfers who want coaching and video analysis.
What a surf camp includes
Most surf camps combine accommodation with daily surf lessons, equipment hire and transport to the best beach for the conditions. Accommodation ranges from campsites, bell tents and surf lodges to hostels and boutique guesthouses. Many camps include breakfast and some or all of your evening meals, and some add yoga, fitness sessions, surf theory talks or social evenings to the programme.
Who surf camps are for
Surf camps are a great choice for solo travellers, groups of friends and families who want a full surfing holiday without having to organise lessons, kit and transport themselves. Beginners progress quickly because they surf every day with the same coaches, while improvers can focus on skills such as turning, reading waves and choosing the right board. Some camps run trips just for women, young people or specific age groups.
Choosing a surf camp
Check that the coaching is provided by qualified instructors and that the camp is accredited by a national surfing body where possible. Ask about group sizes, the level of coaching, what is included in the price and how they choose the beach each day. Look for camps close to a range of surf beaches, so there is always somewhere suitable to go whatever the wind and swell.
When to go
Summer is the most popular time for surf camps, with warmer water and long days, so popular weeks book up early. Spring and autumn camps are often cheaper and quieter, and can bring better waves.
Find a surf camp
Browse surf camps by town below. Featured camps are shown at the top of this page, and each town page lists every surf camp we know about in that area, with contact details and directions.