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Trai tests surf ahead of British Cup

watch out Trai there's a big wave behind you!

Top surfers from all over the UK turned out in Tynemouth for the most sought after surfing award on the British Isles - the British Cup. BBC weather presenter Trai Anfield couldn't resist testing the surf ahead of the competition.

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Surfers from all over the UK headed up to the North East to to take part in the British Cup.

It's easy when you know how!

BBC Look North's weather presenter Trai Anfield couldn't resist checking out the swell for herself ahead of the event.

She took a quick lesson with Steve Hudson of the Tynemouth Surf Co.

But we think she found it wasn't quite as easy as it looked! Watch how she got on.

If you fancy catching a wave or two - check out our guide to surfing in the North East.

British Cup

18/19 October 2003
Events run from 0900 - 1700
Tynemouth Longsands, Tyne and Wear

Prize Money: £1,500 (£1,000 1st Open)

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