As the wave pool world expands, more and more surf parks are setting their sights on proximity to international airports and world-class cities. Typically, this boosts the bottom line with a steady flow of curious visitors. Late last year, Lost Shore trialed a private shuttle to get people from Edinburgh’s city centre (yes, that magical hub of haunted medieval buildings, pubs and high-end shopping) out to the surf park.
It was a huge success, and this week, Lost Shore Surf Resort confirmed that its Surf Bus is now a fully registered public bus service operated by Ember. with access to the wider public transport network.
How it Works
Passengers can book directly through Ember’s website and riders can access updated service times and track the bus live using Ember’s digital platform. As a registered public service, the route is eligible under Scotland’s National Entitlement Card scheme. Anyone aged under 22 or over 60 can travel free using a valid NEC card.
Oh, and the service is all electric, intended to support sustainable travel to the resort and improve connectivity in West Edinburgh.
“Following a successful trial of our private shuttle service, we’re thrilled that Ember has now registered the route as an official public service,” said Mark Stewart, Estates Director of Lost Shore Surf Resort. “Visitors can now book directly with Ember, track their journey live, and those eligible for free bus travel can use their NEC card. Improving sustainable access to Lost Shore has always been a priority, and this is a major step forward.”
All Surf Bus information and bookings are available via Ember’s website at www.ember.to/. Passengers are advised to check updated service times before travelling. For more about Lost Shore, check the their website or watch the WavePoolMag guide video below.
