Porthleven
📍 Plymouth, United Kingdom · Kiteboarding spot
Porthleven is a kiteboarding spot near Plymouth in United Kingdom, with open ocean conditions, best ridden in March, April, May, September, October, November.
| Country | United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Plymouth |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Wind type | Frontal |
| Best months | March, April, May, September, October, November |
| Coordinates | 50.0814, -5.3152 |
When is the best time to kitesurf at Porthleven?
The best time to kite Porthleven is March, April, May, September, October, November.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Porthleven offers open ocean conditions (Frontal wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to Porthleven?
From Plymouth west on A38, then A30 and A39, pass Truro and follow signs to Helston. From here drive to Porthleven.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.