A cutting-edge surf resort is coming to Edinburgh next year, boasting a state-of-the-art wave pool three times the size of Wembley football pitch.
Set to open in September 2024, Lost Shore Surf Resort in Ratho will be Scotland’s newest premier tourism and leisure destination, with the 60-acre country park featuring a surfing lagoon capable of generating up to 1,000 customisable waves per hour.
Featuring a beachfront that stretches over 250 metres, the world-class facility will also feature premium accommodation pods and luxury lodges, a wellness spa, food market, and live events venue for up to 200 people.
With approximately 100,000 surfers in Scotland and around one million in the UK - professionals and amateurs alike can look forward to surfing Europe’s largest wave pool producing wave rides of up to 22 seconds, with more than 20 different varieties of waves for all abilities.
Here is a first look at Lost Shore Surf Resort in Ratho, set to open in September 2024.
9. A wave for everyone
The wave pool generates wave rides of up to 22 seconds with more than 20 different varieties of waves for all abilities. Photo: Wavegarden, Wave Park, South Korea Photo: NJ
10. Early bird deals
The exterior of the Waves premium pod at Lost Shore Surf Resort. This accommodation sleeps up to six people, including a well-equipped kitchen, super-king bed, two bunk beds and a double sofa bed. Vouchers are on sale for the Waves pod, with a discounted price of £150 per night Photo: Armadilla Photo: NJ
11. Barrels of fun
Beginners will be able to benefit from expert tuition from surfing instructors, with wetsuit and surfboard hire included in the cost. Ahead of next year’s launch Lost Shore have now released vouchers to celebrate the first look for the public and the launch of the new website. Photo: Wavegarden, Wave Park, South Korea Photo: NJ
12. Super-size me
The Super-King size bed within the two-person premium pod. Vouchers are now on sale, with a discounted price of £100 per night for the two-person accommodation. Photo: Armadilla Photo: NJ