Kitesurfing Balevullin Bay · Tiree
Inner Hebrides, Scotland, United Kingdom
Wind & Conditions
Balevullin Bay on the north-west coast of Tiree faces open Atlantic. Shore normal NW (~315°). Picks up powerful SW-to-N swell and wave-riding conditions — advanced spot. Consistent Atlantic depressions make this one of the UK's best wave-kiting beaches. Tiree averages 17 mph wind year-round; winter sessions are for experienced riders.
About Balevullin Bay · Tiree
Isle of Tiree distillery is a single malt whisky and gin distillery in West Hynish, Tiree, in the Inner Hebrides of Scotland.
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Best Season
Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at Balevullin Bay · Tiree.
World Ranking
RegionalNot globally ranked, but a kitesurf destination — a local favourite worth a check when the wind lines up.
Location
Balevullin Bay · Tiree, Inner Hebrides, Scotland, United Kingdom, United Kingdom
Lat: 56.525, Lon: -6.96
Facilities & Services
What's on the ground near the launch, mapped from open data:
Nearby spots to eat, drink & learn
- Ceabhar Restaurant
- Millhouse Hostel Local business
Facilities data © OpenStreetMap contributors
When is the best time to kitesurf at Balevullin Bay · Tiree?
Timing depends on local conditions. Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at Balevullin Bay · Tiree — it reads the live forecast against your gear and level.
Is Balevullin Bay · Tiree suitable for beginner kiters?
Suitability depends heavily on the day's conditions. Breeza reads your level alongside the forecast and gives you an honest verdict — including when it's a no.
What wind direction works at Balevullin Bay · Tiree?
Balevullin Bay on the north-west coast of Tiree faces open Atlantic. Shore no... Breeza cross-references live wind direction against the spot's safe window to tell you if today's direction is rideable for your kite.
What kite size do you need at Balevullin Bay · Tiree?
Balevullin Bay · Tiree delivers consistent wind, so most riders use a 9–12m kite under typical conditions. Exact size depends on your weight and the day's strength. Breeza calculates the right kite for your specific setup and gives you a rideability verdict before you head out.
Is it safe to kitesurf at Balevullin Bay · Tiree?
Safety at Balevullin Bay · Tiree depends on conditions and your experience. Check for offshore-wind days, local hazards and emergency contacts before you launch. Breeza gives a rideability verdict that includes a safety flag when conditions are borderline for your level.
See if Balevullin Bay · Tiree is ridable right now — wind, direction, and a verdict for your gear.
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