We are not just a faceless online retailer, as we started as water sports enthusiasts. In 1982, we opened Whitstable Windsurfing with a simple mission: to share our love of the water and provide honest, expert advice to fellow riders. As kitesurfing emerged, we were among the first shops in the UK to embrace it. Today, we've expanded to cover everything from wing foiling to paddle boarding, but our core values remain unchanged.

Our team is passionate about watersports. We don’t just sell gear — we share decades of experience. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or trying a board for the first time, you’ll receive honest advice from people who use the equipment we offer. We ride the same waves, kite the same winds, and paddle the same waters as you. Come join us on the water — here's our guide to kitesurfing around Whitstable

From premium wetsuits by C-Skins and Rip Curl to cutting-edge wing foils and paddle boards, we curate every product with one question in mind: Would we recommend this to a friend?

Alongside our water sports hardware, we carry an extensive range of men's and women's surf apparel and beach clothing from brands like Patagonia, Volcom, Reef, Hurley, and O'Neill — everything from board shorts and hoodies to flip-flops and changing robes. That's the Boardworx difference. We're not here to sell you everything — we're here to sell you the right thing.