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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.

CountryUnited Kingdom
Nearest townPlymouth
Water typeOpen ocean
LaunchOcean
Wind typeFrontal
Best monthsMarch, April, May, September, October, November
Coordinates50.0814, -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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Where can I take kite lessons near Porthleven?

9 kite schools operate in United Kingdom. See kite schools in United Kingdom →

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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.