Had a brilliant session with Will. It was the highlight of our holiday. A really well organised and exhilarating activity – we all loved it; young and old! If any of the jumps were too daunting there was always an alternative provided. Can’t recommend Will and his team highly enough. Anna Read
Coasteering, rock climbing and paddle boarding with Coastline Sports
We booked 3 adventures with coastline sports. All 3 experiences were brilliant, we coasteered with Simon his patience and encouragement was great. And the course could be either challenging or easier which ever you preferred. Then an afternoon rock climbing with Will again his patience and encouragement was fab, definitely a challenge which we thoroughly enjoyed. Then a few days … Read More
Is Baggy Point really baggy?
Baggy Point, where most of our coasteering and climbing sessions take place, is a well-known stretch of the North Devon coastline, with impressive views and dramatic cliffs. It in fact derives its name from ‘bag’, meaning hole or cave, and you’ll certainly see plenty of caves on sessions with Coastline Sports. We’ll even show you a famous pirate smuggling spot … Read More
Climbing at Baggy point
This amazing rock at Baggy Point near Croyde is named Long Rock. It is 45 meter face and a climber’s delight. On this photo you need a magnifying glass to see Will.
Spekes Mills has everything!
North Devon has some incredible coastline and Spekes Mills has it all! Brilliant for climbing, canyoning, abseiling and surfing. Look carefully and you can just see Will.
Surfing therapy
A recent article in the Daily Telegraph outlined how riding the waves quells anxiety. So powerful are the benefits that some doctors in Devon and Cornwall are prescribing surfing for anxiety. The US navy has launched a 1 million dollar initiative to help wounded US and British service people to overcome depression and post traumatic stress disorder through surfing.
The History of Coasteering
Coasteering – the act of climbing up steep cliffs to leap into the depths of the water – is fast becoming a popular adventure activity across the UK. The adrenaline-pumping activity has the daring among us searching for more and more opportunities to challenge ourselves. While coasteering seems like an invention of the modern world, its history is something that … Read More
Thank you Will!
We recently spent a week with the kids on holiday in North Devon. The highlight was booking a coasteering session with Coastline Sports. We met in the National Trust car park on Baggy Point near Croyde. All we needed to bring were a pair of old trainers. Coastline Sports supplied the wet-suits, helmets and life vests. A safety talk and … Read More
The four coasteering skills
Coasteering has four main elements: scrambling, swimming, jumping and traversing. Here we are traversing along the Baggy Point headland about 15ft above the waves. A great way to get the adrenaline pumping!
12 best coasteering spots for those seeking adventure
When we think about the UK’s coastal destinations, we often envisage sailing boats, paddling and picnics on cliff tops. But what if you crave that little bit of adventure when visiting the coast? What if you want to scramble, jump into the water and swim in the sea? Well, this can only mean one thing, that coasteering is the perfect … Read More
Coastline rock climbing
Not everybody wants to jump in the sea! So if coasteering is not your cup of tea we are offering rock climbing sessions for all abilities throughout the summer. This picture was taken at Baggy Point near Croyde.
Birthday- Stag/ Hen- Corporate- Team building
We offer bespoke sessions to suit the individual needs of your group. It might be that you are in need of three hours of adrenaline-pumping adventure, it might be that you are simply wanting to see the amazing North Devon coastline from a different viewing point, or it might be that your rugby team wants to celebrate the end of … Read More
Paddleboarding Paradise
Trying to find a little bit of shade one sunny spring day. Our paddleboard lessons are suitable for all levels of ability, from those who are complete beginners to those wanting to perfect their wave riding skills.
A great surfing weekend in Porthleven
Storm Callum really hit us hard down here in the South West. In it’s aftermath we took a couple of days off and surfed down in Cornwall. As you can see the waves were pretty good. Almost as good as North Devon’s Westward Ho, Saunton or Croyde!!.
Autumn coasteering at Baggy Point near Croyde Bay.
Although the air temperature is starting to drop the water is still nice and warm. This is a Baggy Point (Croyde Bay) “step off” jump in all its glory. Join us at Coastline sports for an Autumn coasteer, paddle board or surf lesson. We work from Baggy Point near Croyde, Westward Ho! and the Taw-Torridge estuary.
Autumn is best for surfing
Don’t forget that autumn is considered the best season for surfing here in the UK. The beaches are quieter, the swells are stronger and the water is still warm. Come on down to Westward Ho for a lesson with our team at Coastline Sports.
If you want to beat the blues, catch a wave!
It is now official..research suggests that surfing can help combat stress, depression and other mental issues. A great article in a recent edition of The Telegraph written by Cathy Bussey has highlighted the benefits that surfers have known for years. The US Navy this year embarked on a 1 million dollar research project investigating the potential of surfing to help … Read More
Busy with hen and stag parties!
It seems that everyone is getting married. We’ve been busy taking out groups of stags and hens. They have been having fun paddle boarding at Bideford, coasteering on the coast at Baggy Point and surfing at Westward Ho!. The water is still warm and recently produced some very clean easy waves.
High Tides And Calm Weather
Recent high tides and calm weather have made perfect conditions for paddle boarding on the river Torridge. From Bideford upwards the scenery is just stunning.