Surf London: The Journey So Far
Surf London is more than surfing — it's a bold vision to bring inland surfing, active leisure, community and unforgettable memories to the heart of the capital. Set in 104 acres of parkland in the Lee Valley Leisure Complex in Edmonton, North London, it's a project designed to create a world-class experience for Londoners and visitors alike.
Crest Experiences, the team behind Surf London, brings a wealth of experience in the leisure industry, and we're excited to share an update on everything that's happening behind the scenes.
From concept to planning approval
A wavepool in London has been in the works for years, and in April 2025, we submitted our official planning application to bring the world's first surf park in a capital city to life.
Fast forward to September, and we're thrilled to share that the project has received planning approval from the London Borough of Enfield, subject to the completion of a Section 106 Agreement and referral to the Greater London Authority (GLA).
In the words of Crest Experiences CEO, Hazel Geary...
"This is a big milestone for Surf London, and we're really excited to continue to progress the detailed planning so we are in a position to start construction next year."
Digital render of the Surf London site.
Design, plans and the vision
As we head into autumn, we're busy envisioning the details of Surf London
We're now deep into developing:
The layout of the activity parkland
The vision for the café, retail space, surf hire and more
How customers will use and move through the site, from surfers, to schools, to parkland visitors and overnight stays in the accommodation site
Every element is being carefully considered, from how the site feels as you arrive to how people of all backgrounds and abilities can interact with the space.
Stay tuned: we'll be sharing more over the coming months.
Surf London activity zoning design
Next steps
To support this next stage of design and development, we've launched a public fundraise. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of something big, whether you're a surfer or a believer in bold ideas that benefit community, wellness and tourism.
Find out how you can be part of the story.
When will Surf London open?
📅 Project Timeline
April 2025: Planning submitted
Summer 2025: Detailed design work begins & rebrand to Surf London
September 2025: Provisional planning permission granted
2026: Construction set to begin
2027: Construction complete
Opening Date: Stay tuned!
Keep up to date
As we move through the next exciting stages, we'll be sharing regular updates, visuals, and ways to get involved.
Want to be the first to hear about the public fundraise, planning updates and exclusive sneak peeks?