2025 Championships

September 6th, 2025 | Easdale Island, Scotland

The Event

The World Stone Skimming Championships return to Easdale Island for another year of skill, tradition, and community spirit. Competitors from over 25 countries will gather at the world’s only dedicated stone skimming arena—a historic slate quarry transformed into a 63-meter competitive stage.

Spectators

Why Attend?

Watch elite skimmers like Simon Power (2024 Champion) aim for the legendary back wall

Family-friendly festival with live music, local food, and the famous Post-Skim Party

Support Easdale Island’s community (all proceeds fund local projects)

Event Schedule

09:30: Check-in opens
11:00: Check-in closes – All competitors must be checked in by this time, regardless of their tossing order.
11:00: The First Toss by our Guest Tosser
17:00: Prize Ceremony
17:30: Evening Food and Bar Opening
19:30: Post Skim Party (Tickets available on the day)

Tickets & Participation

Competitors

2025 tickets are sold out, but you can:

  • Join the waitlist
  • Qualify for 2026 by placing in the top 50 this year (rules)

Categories:

  • Adults (Open/Women’s)
  • Juniors (10-15)
  • Children (under 9)
  • Old Tosser (60+)
  • Team Event (£10/team; register on-site)

Spectators

Come soak up the atmosphere with Free entry! Just pay for your ferry crossing and bring:

  • Cash (we have limited card facilities)
  • Sturdy shoes (for our gravel paths)
  • Your cheering voice!

Getting to Easdale

Scotland’s smallest inhabited island is car-free!

Simple Guide

Drive/Bus to Ellenabeich (PA34 4TB)

  • Park at Seil Island Community Hall (map)
  • 418 Bus from Oban (schedule)

Ferry to Easdale (£2.70/person)

  • 10-person capacity; first ferry 07:45
  • Note: two steep steps to board

On the Island

Facilities

  • Food stalls & The Puffer pub
  • Toilets (accessible options available)
  • Dogs welcome on leads

Volunteer

Help make the day unforgettable! Roles include:

  • Registration
  • First aid
  • Crowd marshalling

Perks: Lunch, event goodies, and a front-row seat!

Easdale Island

Near Oban, Scotland, PA34 4TB

6th September

11am – 11pm

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