SUP The Creek 2025: 10th Anniversary & GBSUP National Series Stop!
Sat 18 Oct
|Salcombe
Get ready for the 10th Anniversary of SUP The Creek, a truly unique and challenging two-day SUP event organised by Waterborn SUP, based in Kingsbridge, Devon.
Time & Location
18 Oct 2025, 08:00 – 19 Oct 2025, 16:00
Salcombe, South Sands Beach, Salcombe TQ8 8LN, UK
About the event
Mark your calendars for October 18th and 19th, 2025, because this year's edition is not only a milestone celebration but also an exciting stop on the GBSUP National Paddle Racing Series!
SUP The Creek is renowned for its dynamic conditions – from wind and rain to chop, headwinds, downwinds, and flat sections, plus plenty of turns – making it a true test of skill and adaptability. This challenge is precisely what makes the event so eagerly anticipated and a stand-out on the race calendar.
The Waterborn SUP race team and support boats are dedicated to ensuring a fun, safe, and challenging experience for paddlers of all competency levels. With a variety of distances and race formats, there's truly something for everyone!
What's On Offer?
Saturday, October 18th - Kingsbridge (Waterborn HQ) The action kicks off with the Distance Race outside Waterborn HQ (TQ7 1HN). Choose your challenge from:
1KM
3KM (Prone Only)
6KM
12KM
Sunday, October 19th - South Sands Head to the other end of the estuary at South Sands (TQ8 8LL) for a day of technical racing:
Tech Race
New for 2025: Beach Sprints Race
Your results from either or both days will count towards your GBSUP National Series total, making this a crucial event for those aiming for the top!
Not sure which distance or race is for you? Check out the course videos on the Waterborn SUP YouTube Channel to get a feel for the action!
Event Schedule
Friday, October 17th, 2025
TBC – Pre-registration/Questions
Saturday, October 18th - Kingsbridge (Waterborn HQ, TQ7 1HN)
10:00 – Registration / Check-in Opens
13:00 – Registration / Check-in Closes
14:00 – Race Briefing
15:00 – Race Starts
18:00 – All Off Water
19:00 – Prize Giving
Sunday, October 19th - South Sands (TQ8 8LL)
08:00 – Registration / Check-in Opens
09:00 – Registration / Check-in Closes
09:30 – Race Briefing
10:30 – Tech Race Starts*
12:00 – All Off Water
13:30 – Sprints Briefing
14:00 – Sprints Heats*
15:30 – Sprints Final
16:00 – Prize Giving
*Please note: If conditions are unsuitable to run the Tech Race safely on the outgoing tide, the Tech and Sprints order may be swapped. Updates will be provided closer to the event based on weather forecasts.
Exclusive 10th Anniversary Merchandise!
Celebrate this special milestone with a Limited Edition Technical Tee. This specially designed t-shirt is available by pre-order only and can be collected at registration. Don't miss out – pre-order yours for £20!
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Make sure you register and make any category changes by midnight GMT on October 10th, 2025. After this date, no further sign-ups or alterations will be possible.
We can't wait to see you on the water for an unforgettable 10th Anniversary SUP The Creek!
