This weekend, 24-28 June, the English Riviera takes centre stage as the ICF SUP World Cup and SUPER Festival get underway in Torquay and Paignton. Set against the turquoise waters and sheltered bays of South Devon, the five-day festival brings together elite international athletes, grassroots paddlers, and newcomers eager to experience stand-up paddleboarding.
The event marks a milestone for the sport in the UK. It is the first time the International Canoe Federation (ICF) has staged a SUP World Cup of this scale on British waters, and one of the biggest SUP events ever hosted in the country since Paddle UK became a National Governing Body for stand-up paddleboarding in 2023.
With world-class racing, community activities, and a packed festival atmosphere, the event offers a unique opportunity to showcase the sport to a wider audience while welcoming the global SUP community to the English Riviera.
*Photo courtesy of supjunkie.uk
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