Cribbar
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The Cribbar (Cornish - kribow: reefs), also known as the Widow Maker,[1] is a reef off the Towan Headland in Newquay, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom.
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The Cribbar | |
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Location in Cornwall | |
Coordinates: 50.425°N 5.099°W / 50.425; -5.099 | |
Grid position | SW799629 |
Location | Cornwall, England, UK |
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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 30 ft (9.1 m).[2] The Zorba is a reef 2 miles (3.2 km) further off the coast and can create even higher waves.[3]