The sport of bodysurfing will stage its first UK championships in Cornwall later this year.

Organisers say bodysurfing is going through rejuvenation across many countries around the world, thanks largely to modern innovations such as handboards and small waterproof cameras.

The inaugural Slyde Handboards UK Bodysurfing Championships 2017 take place at Fistral Beach, Newquay over the weekend of September 16 and 17.

Anyone who wishes to get involved in this extreme sport (or become a sponsor) can find details about the sport at www.body-surfing.co.uk and specific information on the Championships at www.body-surfing.co.uk/uk-bodysurfing-championships-c-i-c