Coldingham Bay (Eyemouth Coast)

Coldingham Bay is a sandy, crescent-shaped beach break on the Scottish east coast, offering fun peaky waves with both left- and right-handers. The wave pattern is generally short but punchy, making it approachable for improving riders when conditions suit. Semi-shelter from St Abb’s Head means it often stays smaller than more exposed breaks, while still working when swell starts to arrive. Surf setup is most consistently driven by north to north-east swell. It can start working at less than 1 meter and hold up to around 2.5 meters (and occasionally beyond, depending on period and overall conditions). Guidance also indicates it works across all tides, with some notes that mid-tide or lower tides may be particularly favorable depending on how the peaks form. Safety is a major consideration: rocks and reef sections are positioned at the ends of the bay, and rip currents can be strong—especially when the surf is bigger. Local advice emphasizes taking care of these rips and being mindful of the current near the rockier end where the peak can look more defined. Lineups may be crowded during summer and on weekends, so practicing surf etiquette and maintaining awareness is important. Cold-water conditions are expected year-round. Water temperatures are reported from roughly mid-6°C in February up to about 15°C in late summer, with recommendations ranging from spring suit to thicker winter wetsuits. A helmet/impact-vest combination is recommended by at least one source, alongside cold-water protection such as gloves/boots/hood depending on season.