Weston-super-Mare RNLI Proves to be Biggest Lifesaver

The RNLI does a fantastic job of rescuing people in danger at sea, with one particular lifeboat station rising to the challenge over the last 12 months. Recent reports have highlighted that Weston-super-Mare RNLI saved more lives at sea than any other coastal station in the UK and Ireland last year. Statistics reveal that the

Storm Desmond Blows in Swarms of Jellyfish

As many parts of the country are still dealing with the aftermath of Storm Desmond, a somewhat unusual consequence of the storm has been noted in the South of England. Hundreds of strange-looking jellyfish have been washed up on beaches along the south coast, brought in on the swelling tides that destructive Desmond created. The

Take a Dip on Christmas Day

There are many traditions associated with Christmas Day − think scoffing turkey and chocolates, unwrapping presents and watching the Queen’s speech − but there is one long-standing tradition that many people might not think of. Every year, hundreds of people up and down the country brave the cold for a Christmas morning swim in the

Strong Tides Warning During Summer Holidays

The school summer holidays mean that more people than ever are hitting Britain’s beaches or taking to the sea for some fun but the RNLI is warning everyone to remain vigilant and minimise the dangers posed by strong tides in coastal waters. The latest warnings came from volunteers in the south west, where it is

The Danger of Rip Tides

Many people think that the sea presents the most danger at high tide but even the most avid checker of tide times is not immune to the threats posed by rip tides. Each year in Britain around 400 people drown in Britain because of accidents around or in water, according to statistics from the Royal