From beach safety and prevention to rescuing those in trouble, find out how RNLI lifeguards keep beaches around the UK safe.
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Lifeguards and beaches
Our lifeguards patrol beaches across the UK and Channel Islands. Find out more about this lifesaving service.
Able to swim 200m in under 3½ minutes, run 200m on sand in under 40 seconds and trained in lifesaving and casualty care, our lifeguards are always ready to help those in trouble
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Meet our lifesaving lifeguards and hear more about what it takes to be a lifeguard, what the job involves and rescues they’ve been involved in
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RNLI lifeguards patrol selected beaches in England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Jersey. Stay safe - choose a lifeguarded beach.
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