A First for the UK: The National Titles Come to The Wave
A first for the UK, the 2026 Caravan and Motorhome Club English National Surfing Championships will take place at The Wave, Bristol. On Thursday 29th October, a spectacle will unfold in the iconic pool, with the best under 14 surfers in the country competing for the crown.
Athlete’s will battle it out on shortboards, in under 12 and under 14, girls and boys divisions. The quarterfinals kick off on the advanced plus, and the waves build for finals on expert turns. Spectators are invited to join us, free of charge – come along, get inspired and check out the next generation of surfing talent.
Battle of the Barrels: A Floodlit Finale
The ultimate crescendo is the Battle of the Barrels. Under a floodlit lake, this exhilarating additional element to the contest will see surfer’s riding as many waves as possible. Judges will be looking at commitment, improvement and fun, as we close out the 2026 season.
Event Schedule
- 10-12pm – Quarterfinals – Advanced+
- 12-1pm – Public surf session – Intermediate
- 1-1.30pm – Girls warm up – Advanced+
- 30pm – 3pm – Semifinals – Expert Turns
- 3-4pm – Public surf session – Advanced
- 4-5pm – Finals – Expert Turns (ramped up)
- 5-6pm – Battle of the Barrels
More Than Just Surfing
There’s plenty happening on land, too! Alongside the competition, visitors can enjoy a jam session on The Wave’s skate ramp (weather permitting), games with prizes, a surf equipment sale, a lakeside sauna and music throughout the day.
The café will also be open, serving food and drinks to keep everyone fuelled as they enjoy the action.
Whether you’re a keen surfer, a family looking for a fun day out or simply curious to see what the next generation of surfing talent has to offer, there’s something for everyone.
Thank You to Our Sponsors and Partners
Surfing England thank headline event sponsor Caravan and Motorhome Club, sponsors dryrobe and Kukuna, and event partners Moulded Earplugs, Surfline, and Rad Wax.
The event is run by Surfing England, the National Governing Body for the sport of surfing, and The Wave are this year’s hosts for the U12 and U14 National titles.
Inspired to Surf? Join the Surfing England Community
Watching the action might just inspire you to book your next surf session!
By joining Surfing England, you can save 10% on all off-peak surf sessions at The Wave, alongside enjoying a whole host of other membership benefits.
Membership starts at just £20 per year for juniors and £28 per year for adults, with a family membership available for £75 per year. Membership also includes worldwide surf insurance, access to a fantastic range of discounts and opportunities to get involved with one of the many surf clubs across the country.
From getting more time in the water to connecting with your local surfing community, there are plenty of perks to enjoy.
Join Surfing England and be part of our community, making life better through surfing.
To find out more about Surfing England: www.surfingengland.org
To book a surf visit: www.thewave.com
