Freewave 3
Eastbourne, Jul 19 - 20
Eastbourne's Extreme Sports Festival returns 19-20 July 2008 with inline skating, power boat racing, sailing, land yachting and top windsurfers from the UK Windsurfing Association compete in National events. To check out the latest news, site map, time table and local accommodation visit the Eastbourne Extreme website.
There's plenty to see and do over the two-day event with an even bigger line up of air, land and water outdoor pursuits offering taster sessions, demonstrations and even holding national competitions. Visitors will flock to the beaches on Eastbourne seafront as The UK Windsurfing Association use Eastbourne Extreme as the setting of one leg of their National Cup and Freewave Series.
A judge has been appointed for Freewave 3 and competitors can look forward to some exciting competition. Our Chairman has promised to 'sail them till they drop' with an early briefing at 9.45am on Saturday. Eastbourne promises to offer near perfect conditions for Freewave; competitors can be assured of a warm and friendly welcome at the UKWA Office and an Extreme Sports Festival to remember.
Showers and toilets will be available adjacent to the event site and there is plenty of grass for rigging.
Venue
A classic sea breeze venue. Any wind with west in it and sunshine will benefit from a thermal top up boost.
Camping/parking -access to race site
Camping / free parking has been relocated up onto the promenade, on a grassy area to the rear of the Sovereign Leisure Centre. Access will be via Langley Point car park, drive up to the promenade and turn right. Drive very carefully along the promenade to the allocated parking area. Langley Point car park has a height barrier, which will be raised for access.
To reach the car park entrance - at the big roundabout in front of the leisure centre take the turning behind the centre , the road running parrallel with the shore ( Prince William Parade ) to Langley Point. It will be possible to access the promenade from noon on friday until midnight ; and again from 7.00 am on Saturday morning. You can call Ceri (during these times )- if you find the access closed- on 07979 366589
Direct beach access will be possible from the camping area, across the promenade. Camping space is a little limited, so please refrain from group camping with awnings etc taking more space than required. Sensible orderly parking will ensure everyone has sufficient personal space. BBQ's are not permitted on the camping area, however you can use them just across the promenade on the beach. Note, parking in front of Monarch House building is not permitted so please refrain from parking in this area as you will be moved on to the designated camping area.
Showers and toilets will be available at , or very near to, the race site.
Eastbourne has a host of Hotels, B&B etc, you can search for: Local Bed and Breakfast, and there is a nearby camping site.
If you need further help please contact: Eastbourne Tourist Information Centre, PO Box 447, Eastbourne, BN21 4NZ.Tel: 01323 411400 Email: tic@eastbourne.gov.uk Or for accommodation: accommodation@eastbourne.gov.uk
NB: The Accommodations Office can give out suggestions for accommodation but they cannot book anything.