This has got to be one of the best flatwater spots in the U.K! Portland is a small island just south of Weymouth town. Connecting Weymouth to Portland is Chesil beach. Winds from the South and West blow directly over Chesil beach and create a super flatwater offshore spot on the other side. Most offshore spots are for advanced kiters only, however, this spot is much safer and opens up the spot to intermediate riders too. It stays shallow for a relatively long distance downwind and you kitesurf within the walls of Portland Harbour which act as a barrier from the open ocean. You should still take care when kitesurfing at all offshore spots as they do present more dangers than cross-onshore spots. 

Best for: Flatwater freestyle riding, Kite foiling, Wing Foiling.

Ideal wind direction: South, South-West, West
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