South Devon Kitesurf Club

All this information comes from EXE Kiteboarders and is copied to ensure safety and adherence to rules for their beaches when visiting.

If you kite regularly at the duckpond or the sea front consider joining exe-kiteboarders and help to keep the club and website going. Use the link at the top of this section which is where FULL details can be found.

Exmouth Duck Pond - Safety Guidelines

1. When tide permits, launch from the sand
2. Do Not practice on the grass
3. Keep at least 75m away from all embankments except when launching. The Railway line lies just behind the eastern embankment
4. Stay well clear of moorings, and the waterski area when in use
5. Learn and abide by right of way rules
6. Keep a safe distance from other water users
7. Disable kites when not in use
8. Keep the slipway clear
9. Use a kite-leash and safety system, and ensure they work properly
10. Please avoid the Eel-Grass exclusion zone (see map), where migrating birds feed and rest between October and November
11. Do not disturb the birds at any time as this area is a nature reserven
12. Seek advice from locals
13. Read the local Exe-kiteboarders Code of Conduct
14. 3rd party insurance is strongly recommended
15. As always: If in doubt, don't go out

Exmouth Seafront - Safety Guidelines

1. The main navigation channel runs very near the beach. Please stay well clear of all vessels. Retreat to a safe area outside the navigation channel to allow approaching vessels to pass
2. Learn and abide by maritime right of way rules
3. Stay well clear of bathing areas when in use
4. Do not practice on the beach
5. Do not launch or land in crowded areas
6. Disable kites when not in use
7. Except when launching and landing, do not fly your kite over the beach, either when on the beach or when sailing
8. Currents are very strong here. Seek advice from local kitesurfers
9. The seafront is not for beginners
10. Use a kite-leash and safety system and ensure they work properly
11. Do not cross the road flying your kite
12. Read the local Exe-kiteboarders Code of Conduct
13. 3rd party insurance is strongly recommended
14. As always: If in doubt, don't go out

Map for Exeter and Exmouth