Famous British Surfers

Friends of Boa Onda Guesthouse Peniche today we will discover who are the most famous British surfers in recent surfing history. We are going to discover the athletes who have left a significant legacy in the world of surfing in Great Britain by succeeding in establishing themselves on the world surfing circuit.

We will follow the same style as the previous article dedicated to discovering famous South African surfers, trying to give you a general overview of the leading figures in British surfing before moving on to the usual definitive selection. Happy reading

 

Who are the most popular British surfers in the world

There have been many famous British surfers over the years. Among the best known are:

Andrew Cotton

Andrew Cotton is a professional surfer known for riding some of the biggest waves in the world. He was born in Devon, England, and started surfing at a young age. Cotton has earned a reputation as one of the best big wave surfers in the world and has ridden waves over 80 feet high. In 2013 he set the world record for the biggest wave ever surfed in Europe, riding a wave more than 100 feet high. His name is more than well known during the Nazarè Challenge in Portugal. Besides his surfing career, Cotton is also a husband and father and runs a surf school in Devon.

 

Ben Skinner

Ben Skinner is a professional surfer from Cornwall, England. He is known for his powerful surfing style and competitive success. Skinner started surfing at a young age and quickly became one of the best surfers in the UK. He has competed in numerous international surfing competitions and won numerous titles throughout his career. In addition to his surfing career, Skinner is also an ambassador for several surfing brands and is involved in various charitable causes.

 

Emily Currie

Emily Currie is a professional surfer and surf coach from Scotland. She has participated in numerous international surfing competitions and is known for her powerful and stylish surfing. Currie has been involved in the surf industry for many years and has worked as a surf coach and instructor, helping people of all ages and abilities learn to surf. In addition to her surfing career, Currie is also an ambassador for numerous surfing brands and is involved in various charitable causes. Her Instagram profile can be found clicking the previous link.

 

Oli Adams

A professional surfer and surf coach from Cornwall, England, who has competed in numerous international surfing competitions and is known for his ability to surf big waves.

 

Matthew Lewis-Spratt

A professional surfer from Wales who has participated in numerous international surfing competitions and is known for his powerful and elegant surfing.

 

Famous British Surfers

Below is a list of the most famous and well-known British-born surfers to the general surfing public. The selection as usual cannot be considered definitive as we will endeavour to constantly update it over time. Should you have any useful suggestions, please contact us so that we can deepen and improve the post.

B

  • Sam Bleakley
  • Lord James Blears

E

  • Edward Coventry, Viscount Deerhurst

K

  • Taz Knight

P

  • Martin Potter (surfer)

S

  • Alan Stokes

W

  • Carwyn Williams
  • Russell Winter
  • John Wrightson

 

Conclusions

Hoping to have provided some useful information regarding the selection of famous British surfers in today’s surfing world, we invite you to provide us with useful suggestions to update this list over time. Also, should you wish to visit us in Portugal, we would be happy to introduce you to our surf school as well as yoga classes.

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Until next time and have fun in Portugal!

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