Some would call it an Oasis producing wonder walls.. But not us…
The UK actually has a good record of producing talented surfers from landlocked regions – Paul Russell former British and European Champ was from Leicester, Spencer Hargraves dad moved down from Wigan, Mark and Sean Harris parents were from the same region, Russ Winter and his bros from London. And of course Luis and Keshia Eyre were born in Manchester itself before taking up surfing when the family moved Portugal. So it is not inconceivable that a British champ be born and bred in Manchester and set the world alight. A Marcus Rashford of the surf world perhaps?
Modern Surf Manchester has put forward early proposals for a Wavegarden to Trafford Council along with a pump track and fitness zone, a halfpipe and boarding area, and exercise areas including bouldering and balancing zones, the Trafford City site will also have bar and restaurant facilities.
Managing director Billy McKinney said: “This is a really exciting project to be bringing to Greater Manchester.
“On the back of becoming an Olympic sport, surfing is growing in popularity and our plans will deliver perfect and consistent waves to TraffordCity and build on the region’s excellent and world leading sporting assets.
“As well as the clear financial benefits the proposals will deliver, Modern Surf Manchester will also provide significant health and well-being benefits locally.
“It is well-known that water-based sports can have a huge positive impact on physical and mental wellbeing, so I am looking forward to opening more opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to get involved in surfing.”
Modern Surf Manchester is expected to open by 2023 if permission is granted, creating around 100 full time equivalent jobs.
