Make waves on a water sports holiday in Bournemouth

Bournemouth, Dorset

Bournemouth has a vast array of water sports on offer throughout the year for both the novice and professional.

This seaside town is a haven for watersports and visitors can learn just about any watersport. Try your hand at windsurfing, surfing, sea kayaking, jet-skiing, sailing, fishing and many more. There are a few great surfing spots in the area including Bournemouth, Boscombe Piers and Southbourne.

There are also a vast array of events taking place on land and out to sea including sailing regattas, surf competitions, Zapcat and Thundercat races, life-saving trials and swimming races. There’s also the Beach Volleyball Festival and the British Beach Polo Championships so there’s literally something for all watersports fans to enjoy.

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