UK Surfboard Shapers
shaping surfboards since 1973
Real surfers, working for surf lovers. No bull, no ego’s.
Just amazing surfboards.
It all began when Cornish surfer Nigel Semmens (18-year old English Junior Champion at the time), took a surf trip to Hawaii. After realising, his board didn’t cut the mustard competitively, Nigel learnt how to shape at the Ocean Magic factory under the guidance of Pete McAllum. After 2 years, Nigel took over the factory and launched his own NS Surfboards brand, producing progressive, high performance shapes.
After a successful pro career, 50 years and thousands of awesome boards later, Ocean Magic is established as Britain’s premier surfboard factory, with Nigel and his team of local craftsmen shaping cutting edge boards for the UK’s most passionate surfers. Ocean Magic is also the only UK factory trusted by Pyzel and Aipa to make all their boards for the UK market, sold in surf shops all over the country.
This is our passion
We have a passion for creating custom boards to ensure that every surfer, whatever their shape, size or ability, get exactly what they need to maximise their surfing stoke. We also stock a great range of off the peg boards in a huge range of models and dimensions.
Our approach
Our approach combines the highest tech machine shaping, with artisan hand finishing and glassing (plus wicked tints and spray jobs for those that want something unique).
Cornish and proud
We are proud Newquay locals! Being at the heart of the UK surf scene means we get to mix it with the best, so our innovation and energy is always fresh. We also proudly promote our incredible beach environment, local workers and surfers, and brand partners that share our excellence and values.
UK's finest shaping and glassing
At the Ocean Magic HQ, we combine the very latest shaping technology with the skills of master craftsmen. OM boards are trusted and sold by the best surfers and surf shops all over the UK.
50 years of craftmanship
Led by ex-pro Nigel Semmens, we create awesome surfboards for UK waves and global adventures.
Free board consultations
Surfboard advice from professional surfers and professional shapers so you get a bespoke board built with you in mind.
The only uk pyzel shapers
Ocean Magic is the only UK manufacturer trusted by brands such as Pyzel to make their boards, sold in shops all over Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
