Catch Nick on Do Radio: Tomorrow's World with Jon Kaye 24th-30th November 2025.

Nick is the surfer-turned-visionary behind The Wave, an inland surf lake just outside Bristol. What started as a childhood love of water turned into something much bigger: a mission to share the power of nature, movement, and what he calls blue health with as many people as possible.

Trained as an osteopath, Nick realised he wanted to help more than one person at a time. That idea became The Wave, a solar-powered, year-round surf destination built for everyone from first-timers to pros. But at its heart, it’s about more than surfing. It’s about wellbeing, connection, and giving people space to feel alive.

He’s also been a key voice in making surfing more inclusive, supporting adaptive and para-surfing, working with Surfing England, and pushing for blue spaces to be seen as essential to public health. With The Wave, he’s built something rare: a place that’s playful on the surface, transformative underneath.

Show Notes:

In this conversation, Jon Kaye speaks with Nick about his journey from being an osteopath to creating The Wave, an innovative surfing destination in Bristol. They discuss the impact of wetsuits on surfing, the importance of community and purpose, overcoming challenges, and the role of technology in health and wellbeing. Nick shares personal stories, including the promise he made to his father and his experience of suffering a stroke, highlighting the intersection of nature and technology in creating a better future. In this conversation, Nick discusses the challenges of opening a new business, particularly during the pandemic, and reflects on the importance of community and health. He shares insights on creating healthier living environments through innovative housing solutions that integrate nature and promote well-being.