He also celebrates where surfing is at the cutting edge of sustainability, responsible tourism and blue health in the region. Reflecting on some of the hidden histories uncovered in SURF! 100 Years of Waveriding in Cornwall, Sam outlines his vision for the future impact and responsibilities of surfing in Cornwall.
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Dr Sam Bleakley is a writer, geographer, adventure activist, presenter, filmmaker, surf contest commentator and former European Longboard Champion from Cornwall. He researches and curates innovative work on surfing, sustainable tourism and geography through writing, films, events, education programmes and exhibitions. Born and raised close to Land’s End, Sam is deeply connected to and inspired by the rich tradition of surfing in Cornwall. Sam studied a MA in Geography at Pembroke College, the University of Cambridge, and researched a PhD at Falmouth University (and the University of the Arts London) on travel writing and surf exploration in Haiti. Sam also produces and presents an adventure activist series Brilliant Corners documenting emerging surf communities, responsible tourism, action sports, and the power of surfing for social good around the world.
Images: Emma Iles, Tom Prentice
Surfing, Sustainability & The Future of Waveriding in Cornwall with Dr. Sam Bleakley is part of National Maritime Museum Cornwall’s 2026 Spring Lecture Series ‘Breaking Waves: Surf History, Art, and Ocean Futures‘
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