🌊 North Coast Wetsuits — Cornwall, UK

NCW Kids Surfing & Watersports Hub

Your one-stop destination for kids wetsuit knowledge, surfing inspiration, watersports ideas, and trusted safety advice — all curated by the North Coast Wetsuits team in Cornwall.

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Tested in UK Waters

Every wetsuit is tested in real Cornish cold-water conditions before it reaches your child.

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Premium Without the Price

NCW delivers high-quality neoprene and construction at fair, family-friendly prices.

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Expert Safety Advice

Trusted guidance backed by over 20 years of Cornish surf shop experience and RNLI best practice.

Sizing & Info

Wetsuit Knowledge for Kids

Everything parents need to know about choosing, fitting, caring for, and understanding kids wetsuits — from sizing charts to thickness guides and care tips.

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Sizing

Wetsuit Size Guide

Complete wetsuit sizing charts for adults and kids. Find the perfect fit by height, weight, and chest measurement to ensure maximum warmth and comfort in the water.

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Fit Guide

Winter Wetsuit Fit Guide — 7 Points

A winter wetsuit should feel tight but not painful, like a firm compression garment with minimal air gaps. Learn the 7 key fit points and the technique for getting into a cold-water suit properly.

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Care

Wetsuit Care Guide

Rinse with fresh water after every session, hang on a wide hanger in the shade, and never leave salt to dry in your suit. Proper care adds years to your wetsuit.

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Thickness

The Ultimate UK Wetsuit Thickness Guide 2026

Summer (15–20°C): 2mm–3/2mm. Spring/Autumn (10–15°C): 4/3mm. Winter (7–12°C): 5/4mm or 5/3mm. Below 8°C: 6/5mm with boots, gloves and hood.

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FAQ

50 Questions Asked About Wetsuits

A comprehensive FAQ covering neoprene types, seam construction, buying your first wetsuit, dealing with rips, and understanding thermal ratings.

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Kids 5mm

Surfing & Sizing a 5mm Kids Winter Wetsuit

A 5mm winter wetsuit keeps kids warm in the coldest UK months. Learn how to size your child, what to look for in fit, and why getting it right matters.

Inspiration & Ideas

Surfing & Watersports Info

Inspiration, ideas, and knowledge to get kids into the ocean. From family surf trips to wild swimming, dinghy sailing to snorkel hire.

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Family

Family Surf Trips to Cornwall — 7 Reasons

Cornwall offers gentle beginner waves, lifeguarded beaches, and a thriving surf culture perfect for families.

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Summer 2026

Watersports for Summer 2026

From surfing and SUP to wild swimming and snorkelling, explore the best watersports to keep kids active all summer.

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Winter Surf

Winter Surfing for Kids 25/26

With the right 5mm wetsuit, boots, and gloves, kids can surf all winter in the UK. Tips on keeping children warm and stoked.

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Active Ideas

Surfing & Watersports: 8 Active Ideas

Eight great ways to get kids active in the water, from bodyboarding and bellyboarding to dinghy sailing and wild swimming.

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Sailing

Kids Dinghy Sailing — 7 Reasons to Try

Dinghy sailing builds confidence, teamwork, and water sense. Discover how to get started in Cornwall.

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Snorkel

NCW Snorkel Hire 2025

Hire quality snorkelling kit from NCW and explore Cornwall's rocky coves and clear waters.

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Why NCW

Kids Wetsuits — 7 Reasons to Choose NCW

Premium quality neoprene without the premium price tag, tested in real Cornish conditions.

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Easter

Surfing at Easter — 7 Reasons to Visit NCW

Easter marks the start of the UK surf season: warmer days, spring swells, and the NCW showroom ready to kit out the family.

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NCW Help

10 Proven Ways NCW Help UK Surfers

From expert fitting advice and part-exchange to repairs and hire, discover how NCW supports the watersports community.

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Value

Buy Cheap Wetsuits from NCW

Affordable wetsuits that do not compromise on quality, direct from a Cornish showroom.

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Part Exchange

How Does NCW's Wetsuit Part Exchange Work?

Kids outgrow wetsuits fast. Trade in old suits for credit towards new ones — saving money and reducing waste.

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Wild Swim

NCW Kiddy Wild Swimming

Wild swimming builds water confidence and a love of nature. Tips and gear advice for safe open-water swimming.

Ocean Intelligence Lab

Data-Driven Ocean Knowledge for Safer Kids Sessions

The NCW Ocean Intelligence Lab combines real-time water temperature data, seasonal forecasting, and local Cornish surf knowledge to help parents make informed decisions about when and where their kids should enter the water.

Explore the Ocean Lab

Gear Up the Young Water Adventurers

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Water Safety

Stay Safe in the Sea

Trusted advice from the RNLI and HM Coastguard. Before kids hit the water, make sure the whole family knows these essential safety rules.

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Know Your Flags

Red and yellow flags = safe swimming zone. Black and white chequered flags = surf and craft zone, never swim here. A red flag means dangerous conditions — do not enter the water. An orange windsock means offshore or strong winds.

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Choose a Lifeguarded Beach

Always visit a lifeguarded beach and follow lifeguard instructions. RNLI lifeguards are trained to spot dangers. Check local patrol times before you travel.

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Float to Live

If you get into difficulty, stay calm and float on your back. Tilt your head back, keep your ears submerged, and wave for help. Do not swim against a rip current.

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Never Swim Alone

Children should never swim or surf alone. Always surf with a mate, tell someone on shore where you are going and when you expect to be back.

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Check Weather and Tides

Before you set out, check the local forecast for wind, swell, and tide. Conditions change quickly on UK beaches. Ask a lifeguard about rip currents.

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Wear the Right Wetsuit & Leash

An appropriate wetsuit keeps kids warm and protects from scrapes. Always wear a leash when surfing so you do not get separated from your board.

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In an Emergency, Call 999 or 112

Ask for the Coastguard. If you see someone in trouble at the coast, do not enter the water yourself — call for help immediately.

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Contact NCW

Visit the NCW Showroom in Cornwall

The Rubber Shack is located between Port Isaac and Polzeath on the North Cornish coast. Come in for expert wetsuit fitting, kids gear, hire, and friendly advice from a family-run surf shop with over 20 years of experience.

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Address

St. Endellion, between Port Isaac & Polzeath, North Cornwall

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Phone

01208 880839

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Online

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