Castlefreke Surf Forecast
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About Castlefreke
Castlefreke sits at the eastern end of Long Strand - depending on who you talk to it's either part of the same beach or a slightly separate spot. The Castlefreke section is more sheltered, more dune-backed and a touch friendlier than the exposed western end of Long Strand.
Works on the same S to SW swells as its neighbours, with N offshore winds. Mid tide is best. The dunes behind the beach are part of Castlefreke estate; the beach itself is public and you can walk to it via the trails from the Castlefreke car park.
Type
Beach break · sheltered south-facing strand
Best swell
S–SW (170–230°), 0.8–3.0m
Best wind
N (offshore), 340–60°
Best tide
Mid is best
Best period
9–15s
Skill level
Beginner to advanced
Best season
Sep–Apr
Parking
Castlefreke car park · walk through dunes
Hazards & Notes
- Rip current on bigger swells
- No lifeguards · be self-sufficient
- Dune erosion is fragile - stick to marked paths
- Cold water outside high summer
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