The Cribbar ( Cornish - ''kribow'': reefs), also known as the Widow Maker, is a reef off the

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. The Cribbar is best known for creating annual big waves, popular with experienced big-wave surfers from across the world. Wave faces can be in excess of . The Zorba is a reef further off the coast and can create even higher waves.

Surfing

The Cribbar was first surfed in 1966 by Ric Friar, Australians Pete Russell and Johnny McElroy, and American Jack Lydgate. In January 2016, 15-year-old Kamron Matthews became the youngest person known to have surfed Cribbar.

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Location and webcam for the Cribbar
Geography of Cornwall Newquay Big wave surfing Reefs of the United Kingdom {{Cornwall-geo-stub