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The Wave Bristol Reopens Under Surf Bristol Limited to Host English Para Surfing Open

Disputes over brand rights coupled with an ongoing cyberattack probe pose challenges to the new management during the park’s comeback.

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Overview

  • Surf Bristol Limited bought the Easter Compton site from administrators BTG and named Julian Topham interim chief executive for the transition period.
  • The inland surf park resumed wave sessions on July 1 with bookings back on track to welcome competitors for the 2025 English Para Surfing Open.
  • All 200 staff have been paid and the solar-powered wave pool is operational again after a brief shutdown over a ‘financial technicality.’
  • Majority owner Sullivan Street Partners retains the Wave brand and is proceeding with plans for a London site set to open in 2027.
  • Sullivan Street Partners allege a cyberattack stole key data and accuse a minority shareholder of undermining refinancing efforts, with police now investigating.