A giant wave known as ‘Cribbar’ hit Cornwall this weekend and was ridden by 15-year-old Kamron Matthew, who is believed to be the youngest-ever surfer to have tackled it.

Off the coast of Newquay.
Off the coast of Newquay.

The 20ft wave is named after the rocks on the western edge of Town Head, off Newquay. It only occurs a few times a year, when weather and tides come together, and can be dangerous, thanks to the shallow reef. Two windsurfers were rescued from the waters after coming into difficulty.

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