Beach Safety

Our beaches are some of the safest in the country with professional RNLI beach lifeguards operating during the summer. Read the 10 top tips for a safe summer at the seaside by the RNLI. It is really important to know your flags: this information should help you have the safest day possible whilst on the beaches.

If you’re heading to the beach this summer, spare a thought for safety. The RNLI is urging everyone planning a trip to the beach and particularly, anyone thinking of going into the water to choose a lifeguard beach and swim between the red and yellow flag areas. 

It goes without saying we love our beaches, and we all have a responsibility to respect our town, our award-winning seafront, gardens and open spaces - so while you’re here please respect, protect and enjoy the resort.

If you do visit the beach and it’s too busy, then why not find another quieter area – there’s plenty of seafront to choose from – using our BCP Beach Check app – free to download for any Apple or Android device helping you find that beautiful slice of heaven and keep yourselves safe.

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RNLI top tips for a safe summer at the seaside

• Always swim at a lifeguarded beach

• Never swim alone

• Know your beach safety flags  

• If you get into trouble, stick your hand in the air and shout for help

• If you see someone else in trouble, tell a lifeguard 

• If you can’t see a lifeguard call 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard

• Find out about the beach you’re going to before you visit

• Check tide times before you go

• Read and obey local hazard signs

• Watch the Coastwise video for more information