Scotland's first inland surf resort Lost Shore opened

By Alex Chisholm Reporter

North Berwick's Andy Hadden has cut the ribbon for his inland surf resort, the first of its kind in Scotland <i>(Image: Lost Shore Surf Resort)</i>

North Berwick's Andy Hadden has cut the ribbon for his inland surf resort, the first of its kind in Scotland (Image: Lost Shore Surf Resort)

SCOTLAND'S first inland surf resort, Lost Shore Surf Resort, has officially opened.

Founder Andy Hadden, from North Berwick, cut the ribbon at the £60 million site in Ratho, near Edinburgh.

Mr Hadden said: "This is a dream come true.

"We’re thrilled to welcome visitors to experience Scotland’s new hub for world-class surfing, hospitality and wellness."

The resort, powered by Wavegarden technology, generates up to 1,000 customisable waves per hour and features luxury lodges, the Spear Sauna, and top Scottish eateries like Civerinos and Five March.

The Wavegarden Cove is the most energy-efficient technology in the sector, consuming just 250-450 kilowatts per hour (kWh), or less energy than a single chair lift at a ski resort.

Lost Shore Surf Resort has created 130 jobs and is projected to add £11 million annually into the local economy.