RNLI lifeguards start daily beach patrols at Redcar and Saltburn
Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) lifeguards will soon return to Redcar and Saltburn beaches to offer a reassuring presence during the Spring Bank Holiday weekend (from Saturday 23 May).
Starting 23 May, Saltburn beach will be patrolled by RNLI lifeguards over the summer season between 10am and 6pm daily.
Meanwhile, Redcar beach will also see RNLI lifeguards return between 10am and 6pm each day over May half-term (23 to 31 May 2026). Then, from the first weekend in June, RNLI lifeguards will monitor Redcar beach 10am to 6pm weekends only until 18 July when the beach patrol will expand to a daily service.
RNLI lifeguards will conclude this year’s beach patrols at both Redcar and Saltburn on Sunday 6 September.
The lifeguarding team in the North and East have been working hard to complete vital training and are looking forward to returning to the beaches full time.
RNLI Lead Lifeguard Supervisor, Andrew Jamieson said: ‘We always advise people to visit a lifeguarded beach and to swim between the red and yellow flags. This year sees the RNLI lifeguard service welcome in its 25-year anniversary, and we are thrilled to start our patrols at Redcar and Saltburn while this important milestone is celebrated. It is great to see visitors enjoying the coast with the extra peace of mind of knowing that we are there should they need us.’
Councillor Carrie Richardson, Deputy Leader of Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council and cabinet member for Climate and Culture, said: ‘The RNLI are true heroes. They’re out there in all conditions to keep people safe, and we’re incredibly grateful for everything they do on our coastline. We’re beyond proud to support their work here in Redcar and Cleveland.’
She added: ‘Having RNLI lifeguards back on our beaches gives real peace of mind to residents and visitors alike. We’d encourage everyone to enjoy the coast safely this summer and listen to the lifeguards’ advice while they’re on patrol.’
When visiting the beach this summer remember:
· Visit a lifeguarded beach and swim between the red and yellow flags.
· Keep a close eye on your family - on the beach and in the water - don't allow your family to swim alone.
· If you fall into the water unexpectedly, FLOAT TO LIVE. Find out how here: Float To Live – What To Do In An Emergency – RNLI
To learn more about RNLI lifeguarded beaches visit: RNLI Lifeguards In The UK And Channel Islands
Notes to editors
· As RNLI lifeguards need to be physically on the beach during the patrolled hours, ready to respond to emergencies and prevent accidents, the RNLI can’t rely on volunteers to provide this cover seven days a week.
· Local authorities part fund the RNLI’s costs, which helps meet the cost of lifeguard wages.
· Throughout 2026, the RNLI is celebrating the 25-year anniversary of the lifeguarding service.
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Key facts about the RNLI
The RNLI is the charity that saves lives at sea. Its volunteers provide a 24-hour search and rescue service around the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland coasts. The RNLI operates 238 lifeboat stations in the UK and Ireland and more than 240 lifeguard units on beaches around the UK and Channel Islands. The RNLI is independent of Coastguard and government and depends on voluntary donations and legacies to maintain its rescue service. Since the RNLI was founded in 1824, its lifeboat crews and lifeguards have saved over 146,700 lives.
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