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AL MENNIE
BIG WAVE SURFER - NIGHT SWIMMER - OCEAN ADVENTURER - BLACK BELT
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Shooting with Wolf James Creative
It has been a genuine privilege to be photographed by Wolf James Creative . Debbie works with rare attention and care. She doesn’t rush the moment or impose herself upon it, she listens, watches, waits. In doing so, she captures something deeper than appearance: a trace of the person beneath the surface. She is an incredibly hard-working, talented, and multi-dimensional human being. Her ability to connect and really see the person in front of the lens is rare, and I’m gratef

Al Mennie
Feb 181 min read


Swimming with the Aurora
I've been lucky recently to ave two nights of swimming under the aurora. Both nights visible with the naked eye....

Al Mennie
Feb 171 min read


Social Media
I have been using Tiktok to add video archive etc. I have footage and stills captured over decades I simply haven't had time to use or post anywhere but I'm trying to get round to it now. I have messages, comments etc turned off. I apologise for anyone reaching out on there but I find it difficult and distracting to use numerous apps so I'm simply posting and closing it down again for the most part. On that note I've pretty much abandoned twitter now and am using instagram sp

Al Mennie
Feb 161 min read


Endless Easterlies
Endless easterlies have been producing perfect surf for weeks. I've been on the road solo numerous times chasing swell after swell along the west and north coasts....more on insta and more to come.

Al Mennie
Feb 121 min read


Night Swimming Audiobook now Available
Night Swimming Audiobook now available Night Swimming Audiobook available at this link... https://www.audible.co.uk/pd/Night-Swimming-Audiobook/B0GFXY9PX3?qid=1768329814&sr=1-1&ref_pageloadid=not_applicable&pf_rd_p=c6e316b8-14da-418d-8f91-b3cad83c5183&pf_rd_r=56YJS956XCM55Z07VXCN&plink=o763wapav0PFzL47&pageLoadId=zEyRO7kNHhz3q72z&creativeId=41e85e98-10b8-40e2-907d-6b663f04a42d&ref=a_search_c3_lProduct_1_1

Al Mennie
Jan 121 min read
Swim Through Darkness 2025
This years campaign ran from December 1st-31st 2025. There has been a different approach of emphasising help rather than the nightly swim challenge. This involved a much more cut down, streamlined and consistent social presence and a slightly shorter swim distance of 0.5miles swam per night. No donations were asked for but donations have come in for the charity Aware NI. Next The figures around mental health struggle in NI have continued to rise. I have found it difficult to

Al Mennie
Jan 11 min read


Self Narrated Audiobook
I recently worked with a studio in England alongside publishers to produce the audiobook version of Night Swimming. I'll update when I have release details early next year.

Al Mennie
Dec 18, 20251 min read


German Language Night Swimming Audiobook
Night Swimming will have a German language audio version. I'll update more here in due course.

Al Mennie
Nov 22, 20251 min read
Speaking at Tech Conference
I'll be speaking tonight at a Tech Conference in Northern Ireland. I believe it is sold out so if you have tickets, I'll see you there.

Al Mennie
Nov 18, 20251 min read


Rich and I Speaking at Leisure Conference
Rich Robinson and I spoke at Ireland Active Industry Awards and Conference in Meath recently.

Al Mennie
Nov 5, 20251 min read


New Film
A new film will become available online tomorrow October 19. It is a film for all the family based on a story passed down through generations in this local area. The film was produced in Hawaii by Alison Teal but all filmed here on the Causeway Coast. A huge thank you to Lauren Chambers, Mark Millar, Leigh Hawthorne and Crindle Stables for their help along the way. The final scene

Al Mennie
Oct 18, 20251 min read


Old Otter Rock Footage
I first surfed Otter Rock back in 2004, long before drones, GoPros or film crews. I’ve returned many times since, usually alone, and always cautious. I’ve documented it in books, film, blog posts, and radio. The BBC even joined me once. Over the years I’ve shared what I’ve learned, answered questions, and offered help to others, including some of the people now featured in the latest stories. I won’t get into screenshots, but I have them. I believe in respecting the truth. Wh

Al Mennie
Oct 17, 20252 min read


Supermoon Night Swim
I never bring a camera with me. It's almost always impossible to get footage unless there is a big moon but this clip gives some idea of...

Al Mennie
Oct 8, 20251 min read


Catwalk Show
I walked the runway or Victoria Square Autumn fashion show Runway Residence... Style Academy Model Agency. Victoria Square Runway...

Al Mennie
Oct 6, 20251 min read


Studio Shots with Terri Burton
Terri did some shots with me in her studio in Donegal... Al Mennie by Terri Burton

Al Mennie
Oct 5, 20251 min read


4x4 Repairs
Big Miles recently, so lots of maintenance.

Al Mennie
Oct 3, 20251 min read
National Ad Campaign NI
I had lead role in a new seasonal and national advertising campaign filmed this week out side Belfast. I cant share pics until its out...

Al Mennie
Oct 1, 20251 min read


Speaking at Linen Hall Library
We had a lovely sold out event at Belfasts iconic Linen Hall Library. Hosted by NI's own Cathy Clugson I spoke about Night Swimming. I...

Al Mennie
Oct 1, 20251 min read


Filming Ad campaign Galway Ireland
This week I had the lead role in a new advertising campaign filmed in Galway for a an Irish brand. The two day shoot involved full prosthetics application for 4 hours a day. The advert will air later this month. I cant share pics until it is live but will update this in a few weeks.

Al Mennie
Sep 29, 20251 min read


Traditional Irish Boat
I've just finished another Currach....This one I designed to be carried by one man. I cut down the ribs etc and formed the entire boat by...

Al Mennie
Sep 27, 20251 min read
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