Figures recently released by the RNLI have shown that coastal fatalities along the British coast were the highest last year over a five-year period. 168 fatal incidences were recorded in 2015, together with 385 additional cases classed as near-fatal. In most cases, those who lost their lives on the coastline last year were men, accounting for
Rock Fishing Safety
Summer is a great time for a spot of beach or rock fishing, with bass and mackerel aplenty if you head down to the beaches on the south coast. It’s important, however, not to get carried away on a tide of enthusiasm! Safety must always be a priority, whether you are a seasoned beach fisherman or trying
Beach Safety for Children
Now we’re into the UK Summer Holidays, it’s the ideal time to hit the beach thanks to the spells of warmer weather. However, it can also spell danger for people who head to the shore without being fully aware of the tide times and conditions. People are often reminded of the importance of making themselves aware
The Eternal Dilemma of Sand in Your Sandwiches
A trip to the beach is one of the highlights of summer; however, if you are planning a picnic, getting sand in your food is arguably the biggest downside of any seaside excursion. Fortunately, there are plenty of foolproof ways to keep the sand out your sandwiches. It is normally dry sand blowing about that
Dog Walkers Urged to Take Care When Walking at the Coast
Longer Walks Dog walkers are being warned of the potential danger of being cut off by the tide during beach walks with their pets. Now that the weather is warmer and the sun is making more of an appearance in skies above Britain, more and more people choose to take their dogs to the beach, often spending