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Welcome to the South Coast Surfing section of Wavelength Surf Magazine. Discover the vibrant surf scenes of Brighton and Bournemouth, where the UK’s southern shores come alive with energy. From Brighton’s lively beach culture and iconic pebbled beaches to Bournemouth’s inviting surf spots and relaxed vibe, the South Coast offers a unique blend of urban charm and coastal adventure, making it a must-visit for surfers looking for variety and style.

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Photos From An Epic Run Of Swell On The British Isles’ Atlantic Coast

When it comes to waves, weather and world events, January has been a pretty bleak month for many. So, when the forecast lit up last week with prophecy of the biggest clean swell in recent memory, it was the perfect…

By Luke Gartside

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WATCH: Highlights From The DEUS Channel Coast Log Jam

A few weeks back a collection of the UK’s finest longboarders gathered at Bournemouth Pier for the Channel Coast Log Jam; an annual celebration of traditional surfing and single fins. Now in its seventh year, the CCLJ is among the…

By Luke Gartside

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Scientists Propose Plans To Enclose North Sea and English Channel With Giant Dams

Last week, a group of Dutch scientists published a paper in the American Journal of Meteorology proposing a radical solution to the threat posed by rising sea levels; a pair of giant dams, which would completely enclose both the English…

By Luke Gartside

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In Defence Of The Hastings Storm Surfer

On Monday of this week, a lone surfer jumped off a harbour wall for a surf in Hastings as solid 6-foot onshore waves pounded the shoreline. Nestled way up the channel coast, in the south-east corner of Britain, Hastings isn’t…

By Luke Gartside

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New ‘Airwave’ Artificial Reef Tears Instantly On Installation

Last year we reported we’d be keeping a close eye on the first real-life trial of a brand new artificial reef, called the Airwave, in WA, with a view to possibly launching a campaign to get one installed in Newquay…

By Luke Gartside

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Today’s Worst Surfboards

The modern surfboard buyer must contend with a variety of puzzles. Aside from choice paralysis in terms of models, shapes and sizes, aside from more binary PU/epoxy decisions, there is the ever-present threat of ending up with a board that doesn’t ‘go.’…

By Paul Evans

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Europe’s Most Memorable Named Storm Swells

In 2014 the Met Office and its Irish counterpart hatched a wild new initiative, inspired by their friends at the US hurricane centre across the pond. Instead of letting social media and newspaper hacks name weather systems set to wreak…

By Luke Gartside

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South Coast Surf Legend Proposes Plans To Build New Point Break In Bournemouth

How often do you find yourself gazing out to sea watching clean, fun-sized lines marching in and fold over into a succession of perfectly straight closeouts as they meet the land- or worse still dissipate altogether, thanks to some pesky…

By Luke Gartside

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Want To Own A Wave Pool? Bournemouth’s £35 Million Lagoon Project Is ‘Seeking Investors’

Plans have been revealed for a £35million development called The Lagoon for the south coast town of Bournemouth, including a wave pool capable of generating 2400 waves/hour. The 15 acre site is set to include a 145 bedroom hotel and glamping…

By Paul Evans

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GALLERY: Glorious Lineups From The British Winter That Was

Out of the window, small swell lines are being ruffled by a light north easterly. The gusts are brisk but not bone-chilling. Over the last week, the mercury has crept all the way up into the teens on more than…

By Luke Gartside

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The Story Of One Man’s Attempt To Build His Own DIY Artificial Surf Reef

Last weekend, we re-posted a story from last year which asked if, in light of a promising new artificial reef design, it might be time to re-launch the campaign to get one installed in Newquay bay. Far from garnering overwhelming…

By Luke Gartside

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Friend Launched Fundraiser For Man Being Divorced By Wife ‘For Surfing’ And Opinions Are Divided

Last week, a crowdfunding campaign surfaced purportedly raising funds for a man who was being divorced by his wife for being a surfer. What began as a well-intentioned attempt by a bloke looking to help out his mate has turned…

By Luke Gartside

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