11 RNLI lifeguarded beaches in Norfolk and Suffolk to end peak season patrols
As the summer begins to draw to a close and schools return, this Sunday (7 September) marks the end of RNLI lifeguards' peak season in the Norfolk and Suffolk
11 of the 16 RNLI lifeguarded beaches in Norfolk and Suffolk will conclude beach safety patrols until next year and water users are encouraged to head to one of the five beaches with lifeguard cover. Sheringham West, Cromer East, Mundesley, Sea Palling, and Gorleston beaches will continue their season up until Sunday 14 September.
It has been a busy peak season for the RNLI lifeguard teams in Norfolk and Suffolk, who have been working diligently to keep beachgoers safe throughout the summer. From minor first aids to major incidents, the charities’ lifeguards have dealt with all kinds of scenarios under pressure and have done a remarkable job.
RNLI Lead Lifeguard Supervisor, Ted Morgan said: ‘Sunday marks the end of our peak lifeguard season for 2025. I’d like to say a huge thank you to our lifeguards for their hard work over the season, keeping people safe while they enjoy our coast.
‘Our teams have shown immense dedication and skill, responding to numerous incidents and giving care to those who found themselves in difficulty. Throughout the season, the whole team have shown competence, professionalism, and the ability to rise to every challenge, successfully keeping beachgoers safe from situations that can present themselves on our coasts.
Ted added: ‘If you’re heading to the coast over the coming weeks, our advice is to choose one of our remaining lifeguarded beaches.’
As peak season comes to an end, we will see the conclusion of patrols on Sunday 7 September on several beaches throughout the region:
Wells-next-the-sea
Sheringham East
West Runton and East Runton
Cromer West
Hemsby
Great Yarmouth
Southwold South
Lowestoft North
RNLI Media contacts For more information, please contact Jess Curtis, RNLI and Regional Engagements North and East, Lifeboat Press Officer at Wells: Tel 07483488243 Email: [email protected] contact the RNLI Press Office on 01202 336789.
Notes to Editor
RNLI lifeguards will operate their seasonal patrols on the following beaches: Sheringham West, Cromer East, Mundesley, Sea Palling, Gorleston, Lowestoft South and Southwold North Until 14 September 2025
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