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Portland Harbour – Hamm Beach

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Portland Harbour – Hamm Beach

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About the spot

Portland Harbour lies behind Chesil Beach with much less surf than the exposed coast. Hamm Beach and Ferrybridge provide access to shallow margins and deeper harbour water.

Choose wind direction for the exact launch: westerlies can be offshore at the shore, while easterlies impose different tide requirements. Shipping and Ferrybridge currents remain important.

Water typeBay

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Access & local notes

Obtain the Portland Port kite permit and insurance. Check launch and exclusion zones; this is not a blanket all-direction recommendation.

Source: Portland Harbour — Wind Forecast & Tide details | LKSA · accessed on 14/10/2026

Additional sources: WPNSA – permits and water-user information

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GPS coordinates

50.579, -2.47

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The marker and GPS coordinates show the approximate location of the spot. Follow the designated access points and zones on site.

Skill level

Advanced

Independent riding, staying upwind, launching, landing and self-rescue are required, with control in chop, waves or changing conditions.

Initial assessment based on the existing spot description. Beginner suitability is not sufficiently established for this access point; confirm the specific requirements locally.

The four skill levels

Skill level: Beginner
For first rides and basic skills in suitable conditions. Beginners need qualified instruction and the designated teaching area.
Skill level: Advanced
Independent riding, staying upwind, launching, landing and self-rescue are required, with control in chop, waves or changing conditions.
Skill level: Expert
Extensive experience with difficult launches, surf, currents or obstacles is required. Little room for riding or judgement errors.
Skill level: Pro
An exceptionally demanding specialist spot for pro-level riders. Extreme spot hazards require precise control, local knowledge and agreed safety support.

Editorial guidance based on the spot description. Applies in suitable conditions within the area described; wind, waves and tides can require greater skill. Beginners always need instruction.

Before your visit

Check current notices at the access point, swimming zones and local restrictions.

Local information