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Bournemouth Pier
Although Bournemouth Pier can be a good surf spot in the winter, the usual complaints are that it tends to be overcrowded, primarily because of its accessibility. This can be avoided if you go midweek. The pier can also be very busy with bodyboarders. The waves are very hit and miss but when they are good, they are very rideable.
 
Boscombe Pier
Even though the reef hasn't arrived at Boscombe Pier yet, it is still a popular spot for surfers. If Bournemouth Pier is crowded, head down the coast to Boscombe. It is basically exactly the same as Bournemouth and can offer some surprisingly good waves. This area also has a good reputation for beginners.
 
Southbourne
Most of the time it's a mellow beginners to intermediate wave, but on large swell it's a notorious shore dump known to break boards and limbs! It works mainly on a SW swell but easterly swells can produce long, clean rides. On solid swells outer banks begin to work on an old sea wall about 400m from shore. No shelter from SW gales and not for the faint hearted. - Paul Clarke
 
Kimmeridge Bay
Some argue that Kimmeridge Bay has some of the best surf on the south coast. It has three main areas - "The Ledges" which is great for smooth long boarding (although a long paddle out), "The Bay" which is popular in stormy conditions and then "The Bench" where the most popular comment seems to be "Not for the faint hearted". The Bench can have 12 foot waves but is shallow, so beware!
 
Sandbanks & Shell Bay
Sandbanks and Shell Bay are the most popular destinations in the area for windsurfing and kitesurfing. With beautiful surroundings, it is a great place to get on the water. The area is very accessible too making it great as a spectator sport as well.
 
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