Seals at the Bay: safe encounters
As part of our conservation work two marine mammal medics share their expert insights on Cornwall's grey seals, and how small actions can help keep them (and you) safe.
Read moreRip Curl Grom Search
Created in Australia, the Rip Curl GromSearch is a competition exclusively for young surfers, boys and girls. The Rip Curl Europe competition returns this year with events at the best surf spots in Europe, including Portugal, France, Spain and of course, Watergate Bay.
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Many of the International Grom Search winners are on the World Surf Tour… who will be next one?
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Swim break experience at Watergate Bay
Lorraine Candy shares her experience of the Swim Break with Salim Ahmed at Watergate Bay.
Read moreHumpback whales in Cornwall
We spoke to Cornwall Wildlife Trust Marine Conservation Officer, Rebecca Allen, to find out what's drawing these gentle giants to our shores, and how we can help protect them.
Read moreEnglish National Surfing Championships
Surfing England returned to Watergate Bay for the 2025 Caravan and Motorhome Club English National Surfing Championships.
Read moreGet active with Wavehunters: Meet Andy
Carrying forward and developing what the Extreme Academy started in 1999, Wavehunters distills the surf lifestyle into lessons for all ages and abilities. We caught up with Wavehunters co-founder and director Andy Cameron.
Read moreWallien's guide to ocean wellness anywhere
We asked our friends at Wallien what techniques and practices might energise or relax us in the same way as a swim in the deep blue.
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