THE WACKY RACE IS BACK

THE WACKY RACE IS BACK

The WACKY UK Dog Surfing Championships is
coming BACK to Branksome Beach - Summer 2025!

A ONE-OF-A-KIND EVENT.

Brainchild of Mark Reeves, owner of Shaka Surf Branksome, the wacky surf comp and beach festival is now in its 5th year.

30+ dogs and their humans compete for the title of UK Dog Surfing Champion of the Year.

A local, tourist and media sensation that brings National TV, radio, and press coverage to beautiful Branksome Dene Chine Beach in Dorset.

Its viral popularity is growing rapidly, and this time is bigger and better than ever!

OVER 41 Million
viewers on NATIONAL tv,
Newspapers & RADIO…
not incl social media!

A DAY FULL OF MAD FUN.

The hilarious race is run like a proper surf comp with heats throughout the day.

A jam-packed day of fun in the sun for:
30+ competitors (and their humans)
2000 spectators of all ages
200+ spectator pooches.

To top it off, there’s an awards ceremony on our Centre Stage including:

  • UK Dog Surfing Champ of the Year

  • Best Doggie Dress-up

  • Dog & Owner Look-a-like

Add to the mix, local celebrity comperes Kev Scott and Martyn The Hat from Hot Radio ...and it’s a laugh a minute!

DO YOU HAVE UK’S
NEXT CHAMPION
RUNNING AROUND
YOUR YARD?

SUN, SAND AND SMILES.

An hilarious day of fun in the sun for beach lovers and dog lovers.

Bring a picnic, parasol and suncream and settle in for the day at the beach while watching the antics of the race.

Not to be missed, this is summer’s wackiest family-friendly, pooch-friendly event.

It’s a happy love-fest for one and all, full of Instagrammable moments.

YOU’d BE BARKING MAD
NOT TO LOCK THIS
IN THE DIARY!

ON one of uk’s BEST beaches

Dog Masters Festival is set on one of the UK’s most beautiful sandy beaches in Poole Bay, Dorset: Branksome Dene Beach is part of a 9.5-mile continuous strip of golden beaches that run from Sandbanks to Hengistbury Head via Bournemouth.

Only 2 hours by train or car from London.
30 minutes walk to Bournemouth.
30 minutes walk to Sandbanks.
And on the doorstep of the Jurrassic Coast.

The region has so much to offer, from watersports and beachfront restaurants, to endless coastal trails and outdoor activities. So why not make a weekend of it.

SO MUCH TO SEE AND
DO IN THE BEAUTIFUL
DORsET AREA!

GOT YOUR TAIL WAGGING?

Interested in being a Sponsor, Competitor, Stall Holder, or Spectator? Send us your name, email and what interests you,
and we’ll put you on the hot list.

TICKET options

  • 1 General Admission Ticket
    1 Adult
    or Children aged 3-15 years
    Children under 3 years - free entry

    Saturday OR Sunday - all day
    Plus Sunset Session in the evening

    Event Date - August. Date to be confirmed.

    Ticket prices - Coming soon.
    Register here for Early Bird Tickets.

  • 1 General Admission Ticket
    1 Adult
    or Children aged 3-15 years
    Children under 3 years - free entry

    Saturday AND Sunday - all day
    Plus Sunset Session in the evening

    Event Date - August. Date to be confirmed.

    Ticket prices - Coming soon.
    Register here for Early Bird Tickets.

OPEN FOR SPONSORS NOW

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OPEN FOR SPONSORS NOW ☽☾

GET The MERCH

Order your Dog Masters Festival merchandise ahead of the crowds.

From t-shirts, hoodies and changing robes to matching fleecy dog robes you’ll be the coolest cats (ah dogs) at the Fest!