Pease Bay

Pease Bay is a consistent surfing spot on Scotland’s southeast coast, described as a fairly exposed beach break with a sandbar-type bottom. It’s particularly well-known for its peel, with reported righthanders over sand and cobble at the south end and a left sandbar offering additional direction options. Surf quality is generally reported as good, with short rides typically under about 50 m (often described around 30–50 m). The wave can start working at under 1 m and can hold larger surf up to around 2.5 m+, but on very big/pounding swells it may blow out or close out more readily. Wind-wise, the cleanest conditions are reported when the wind comes from the southwest—described as perfectly offshore and effective at grooming the waves into clean faces. Regional guidance also frames the area as swell/frontal-driven, with prevailing south-westerlies often cross-offshore; reported wind direction at the spot is southwest to west with a typical 15–25 knot range and moderate reliability. Safety is a key consideration: rocks and reef are present at/near both ends of the bay, and rip currents can form near rocky outcrops. The beach is not supervised and hazards are specifically highlighted, so sessions are best approached with caution—especially around tide changes and low-tide shallows. Cold-water gear is strongly emphasized for winter (including hood, gloves, and boots), and peak periods like school holidays can bring more crowds.