🛹 The Story of Milk Skateboards: From Underground Roots to UK Skate Culture

Milk Skateboards is a name that resonates with skaters who appreciate authenticity, creativity, and a strong connection to local scenes. Born from a passion for skateboarding and a desire to contribute something fresh to the culture, Milk has carved out a unique identity in the UK skateboarding landscape.

🍼 Origins: Where It All Began

Milk Skateboards was founded in 2012 in Essex, England, on the East Coast of the UK. It emerged as a skater-owned and operated brand, with a clear mission: to deliver quality hardware and soft goods while staying true to the spirit of independent skateboarding. The brand quickly gained traction for its playful yet bold aesthetic, often featuring cartoon-style graphics and a recurring feline mascot—“Henry’s Cat”—designed by London artist Rob Mathieson.

🌟 What Made Milk Stand Out

Milk Skateboards became notable for several reasons:

• Distinctive Graphics: Their decks often feature quirky, cartoonish designs that stand out in a sea of generic graphics.

• Grassroots Ethos: Milk has always prioritized supporting local scenes and skater-run initiatives.

• VX Fresh Video Series: They released a series of raw, standard-definition skate edits showcasing their team’s talent and street-level grit.

• Softgoods Line: Beyond decks and wheels, Milk expanded into apparel—beanies, caps, tees, hoodies—blending skate style with streetwear sensibilities.

🧑🎤 Sponsored Riders & Team Legacy

Over the years, Milk Skateboards has built a solid team of UK talent, including:

• Charlie Munro

• Harley Miller

• Jasper Pegg

• Jordan Thackeray

• Nicky Howells

• Nick Remon

These skaters have represented Milk in various edits, demos, and contests, helping to elevate the brand’s reputation both locally and internationally. Earlier iterations of the brand also featured legendary names like Christian Hosoi, Gershon Mosley, and Yoshi Obayashi, tying Milk to a broader legacy of skateboarding excellence.

📽️ Media & Milestones

One of Milk’s earliest standout moments was the release of “The New Sixth Month Old Promo” in 1993—a raw, energetic video that captured the essence of the brand’s underground vibe. More recently, Milk has been featured in UK skate media like Sidewalk Magazine and has maintained a strong presence on YouTube through edits like “VX Fresh” and “Saffron Sessions.”

🚀 What Milk Is Doing Now

Milk Skateboards continues to thrive as a UK-based independent brand, still rooted in Essex but with influence spreading across the country. Their current focus includes:

• Producing high-quality decks and wheels

• Expanding their softgoods line

• Filming a full-length HD skate video

• Supporting their team riders through events and media projects

MILK SKATEBOARDS - Lisbon, Portugal 2014

Charlie Munro - Skimmed Milk

Nicky Howells - MILK Skateboards - Berlin Footy Remix