Sorted Surf took over Boscombe Beach at the weekend with the second annual Sorted Surf Festival.

We’re absolutely delighted with how it went. The festival went down an absolute storm, with everyone having a great time down on the beach and out in the water.

We may not have had the wind we were hoping for, but otherwise it was perfect weather, and we spent the weekend basking in the gorgeous sunshine.

Thousands of people turned out on the Saturday and Sunday to take part in the festivities, so we’d like to say a big thank you to everyone who came down to support us – you made the event the great success it was. It’s events like this that show just how far Boscombe seafront has come in terms of the regeneration of the area over recent years. Great job everyone!

While we weren’t able to go ahead with the competition as planned, we made the most of the gentle surf with lots of stand-up paddle boarding events, races and relays.

The seafront was packed with hundreds of yards of stalls, flags and tents, proving that when it comes to staging big surfing events, Bournemouth can rival anything the rest of the UK has to offer.

All the exhibitors near Urban Reef and Sorted Surf Shop told us they were buzzing with trade all weekend, and they were able to give plenty of people the opportunity to try out different sports for the first time, which is really what the festival is all about.

As well as the great local support, we had folks attending from all across the South of England, who made the trip over to Bournemouth to take part and soak up the festival vibe. Thanks guys, we hope you’ll be heading back again for Sorted Surf Festival 2012!

Sorted Surf Festival 2011 Gallery

Go Surf!

Date: Thursday the 29th of July

Venue: Boscombe Beach

Your Mission: To have an extremely good time at the Billabong Bus Tour

If you’ve experienced the Billabong Bus Tour, you know that when the Billabong “road show” comes to town, the fun level shifts up a gear.

Billabong Stretch Your Summer Tour comes to Boscombe

The Billabong Stretch Your Summer Tour is back in Boscombe and ready to surf again. Billabong are planning to bring the pro’s back to help you with your surfing skills. Look out for Billabong surfers Reubyn Ash, Lyndon Wake and wakeboarders Jonty Green and Conor Jones to name a few who will hit the beaches, wakepark and local spots for Surfing/Wakeboarding and Signing Sessions.

For the second year running the Monster Energy crew will be working alongside the Billabong roadies to keep everyone refreshed and pumped on the day!

Indo Board are also part of the day and will be on hand to offer surf specific balance training for all those who need that extra bit of help and for those who already know what they’re doing.

To finish off, Sorted, Billabong, Monster, and Indo Board will host a surf party at the coolest bar in town, Urban Beach.

Surf Lesson Details

One hour surf lessons will be ran at 10am, 12pm, 2pm and 4pm. They will include basic beginner lessons as well as advanced coaching with the Pro’s. Lessons will cost £25 including a free Billabong goody bag that’s worth well over £25!

Booking is necessary and spaces will be very limited. Please phone the Sorted Surf School on 01202 300668 to book.

And don’t forget to look out for the Billabong Tour Bus – it’s a monster !!!

Photos from the Billabong Bus Tour across Europe

More photos over at the Billabong Stretch Your Summer Tour mini site

The Boscombe artificial reef has understandably attracted a lot of publicity over the last year or so, but it is not only the reef that is having a makeover.

In true Changing Rooms style the rest of Boscombe Beach front is going through some amazing redevelopment.

There are new shops going in, restuarants and eateries and the Boscombe Surf School have all been added in the last few months to take advantage of what is going to be one of the best surfing destinations in the UK.

Boscombe Beach Pods

The esplanade and beach huts have also had some serious investment by the local authority and the developers. If you have ever fancied owning a beach hut next to your local break – but wished for something just that little bit more upmarket or some additional “home from home comforts” then now is the time to take a look at the Beach Pods at Boscombe Overstrand.

Designed by Red or Deads Wayne Hemmingway, the new Beach Pods take the beach hut concept a stage further. Pods feature mains electricity, hot and cold running water, and French doors leading onto generous private balconies over-looking the beach and Europe’s first artificial surf reef, which is anticipated to be completed this Autumn.

Prices are £64,995 inc. VAT for a single pod and £89,995 inc. VAT for a double.  At the time of going to press we understand there are still a few Beach Pods available for sale.

Boscombe Beach Pod interior

With Summer just around the corner, many people are turning their attention to holidays and getting away from work for a week or two. But with the current economic climate and the price of the pound overseas, more and more people are looking to stay in the UK this year.

If we an get the weather right this year then it looks like Boscombe could be in for a busy Summer.

Don’t forget that  Sorted Surf Shop is just at the top of the hill overlooking the sea and you can check out the latest surf and weather conditions on the Boscombe Surf Cam.