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Inland Windsurfing – The UK’s Hidden Gems

Don’t rule anywhere out

One of the biggest appeals of the UK coastline is the conditions, but inland doesn’t mean mundane – incredible windsurfing can be found against some fascinating and breath-taking backdrops, with some pretty amazing conditions being delivered.

With London reputedly boasting more water than green space, don’t rule out locations like the Docklands and ditto Salford Quays in the heart of Manchester, both providing fantastic beginner and improver environments.

At the other end of the spectrum venues like Galloway Activity Centre on the banks of the stunning Loch Ken, near the Scottish Borders, provide a different wow factor.

Blasting at Galloway. Image credit Pitchup.com

Richard Hermon, centre principal explains: “The South Westerly prevailing wind is reasonably reliable and the Northerly is exceptionally good. There is the opportunity to do loads of ‘freestyley’ stuff to improve your sailing and the more you practice the better your technical skills will be. There is always something you can do regardless of the wind. On top of all that it is a safe, beautiful, accessible location to sail with all the facilities on site.”

Meanwhile Amanda cites the North West as being one area where she has enjoyed some spectacular and beautiful inland sailing and windsurfing locations.

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