Surfing in Scotland is a minor sport. It is practiced on east and west coast where the water is warmed by the Gulf Stream. It is represented by the long boarding, short boarding, stand-up paddleboarding and para surfing.
Scotland is a popular surfing destination, with numerous spots known for consistent waves and stunning scenery, especially during the colder months. While the water can be cold, the surfing community is vibrant, offering lessons, surf camps, and various surfing spots for all skill levels.
History First surfing clubs date back in 1970s. The Scottish Surfing Federation was established in 1975. By the end of 1990s the sport has suffered a significant decline. The revival of popular sport in 2005 meant the establishing of regular National Championships in spring and Clan gatherings in autumn.
Surfing locations
Surfing locations in Scotland include the following:
North East Coast Cullen, Moray Fraserburgh Lossiemouth Banff, Aberdeenshire Aberdeen Sandend
East Coast Coldingham Bay Eyemouth Pease Bay St. Abbs Belhaven Bay
West Coast Machrihanish, Kintyre
North Coast Thurso East
Islands Ness, Lewis Tiree
Inland Lost Shore surf resort
Surf schools
Surfing schools in Scotland include the following:
Blue Coast Surf & Paddle, Cullen New Wave Surf School, Lossiemouth North Coast Watersports, Thurso Coast to Coast Surf School, Dunbar Surf Lewis, Isle of Lewis Blown Away, St Andrews Scot Surf School, Aberdeen Blackhouse Watersports, Isle of Tiree Momentum Surf School, Edinburgh Pete's Surf School, Campbeltown
See also Lost Shore Surf Resort Para surfing Surf therapy
External links Scottish Surfing Federation
European Surfing Federation
International Surfing Association
The Wave Project surf therapy charity
Blue Coast Surf School, Cullen Moray Firth
References