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The Knap

📍 Bristol, Cardiff, United Kingdom · Kiteboarding spot

The Knap is a kiteboarding spot near Bristol, Cardiff in United Kingdom, with open ocean conditions.

CountryUnited Kingdom
Nearest townBristol, Cardiff
Water typeOpen ocean
LaunchOcean
Wind typeFrontal
Coordinates51.3900, -3.2969

About The Knap

Flat to choppy water. Shallow areas depending on tides.

What are the wind and water conditions?

The Knap offers open ocean conditions (Frontal wind), launching from ocean.

How do I get to The Knap?

Drive SW from Cardiff to Barry. In Barry drive to the SW and get to Knap Car Terrace, where you can park.

Hazards at The Knap

Rocks.

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Where can I take kite lessons near The Knap?

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

Other kite spots near The Knap

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