Cribbar facts for kids
Quick facts for kids The Cribbar |
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 Location in Cornwall
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| Location | Cornwall, England, UK |
| OS grid | SW799629 |
| Coordinates | 50°25′30″N 5°05′56″W / 50.425°N 5.099°W |
The Cribbar is a famous reef located off the Towan Headland in Newquay, Cornwall, England. A reef is a ridge of rocks, sand, or coral near the surface of the water. In the Cornish language, "kribow" means reefs, which is where The Cribbar gets its name. It's also known by a dramatic nickname: the Widow Maker!
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What Makes The Cribbar Special?
The Cribbar is super famous for creating huge waves every year. These waves are a big draw for experienced big wave surfers from all over the world. Imagine waves so tall that their faces can be over 30 feet (about 9 meters) high!
The Zorba Reef
Even further out from the coast, about 2 miles (3 kilometers) away, is another reef called The Zorba. This reef can create waves that are even taller than those at The Cribbar. It's truly a place for only the most daring surfers.
Surfing History at The Cribbar
Surfing The Cribbar is a big challenge. The very first time anyone surfed The Cribbar was in 1966. This amazing feat was achieved by Ric Friar, along with Australian surfers Pete Russell and Johnny McElroy, and American surfer Jack Lydgate. They were true pioneers of big wave surfing in the UK!
Youngest Surfer
In January 2016, a young surfer named Kamron Matthews made history. At just 15 years old, he became the youngest person ever known to successfully surf The Cribbar. This shows that with skill and courage, young people can achieve incredible things in the world of big wave surfing!
