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27/08/2026

Know what to do if you’re caught in a rip current.

Rip currents are powerful channels of water flowing away from the shore and can quickly pull you into deeper water.

If you’re caught in one, stay calm and do not try to swim against it. If you can, swim or wade parallel to the shore until you’re out of the current, then make your way back to the beach. If you cannot swim out of the rip, float on your back and raise your hand to attract attention.

If you see someone else caught in a rip, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard. Encourage them to float and, if it is safe to do so, throw them something that floats.

The safest place to swim is at a lifeguarded beach, between the red and yellow flags.

06/07/2026

🌕🦌 **You've all been waiting... our next Moon Swim is here!** 🦌🌕

Join us on Wednesday 29th July for our magical Buck Moon Swim at Gosfield Lake.

This month we're delighted to welcome Lauren who'll be stepping in for Elaine as our wonderful yoga instructor. 🧘‍♀️

Tow floats are mandatory for all Moon Swims. We encourage everyone to bring their own tow float. I do have a small number available to hire as a backup but these are limited and cannot be guaranteed.

To book, please DM with:
• Your preferred swim time - 7.30/8/8.15 or 8.30
• Which yoga session you'd like to join - 7.30 or 8.15
• If you wish to book the sauna, link is https://buytickets.at/saunacollective/2297944

Spaces are limited, so don't leave it too long! We can't wait to welcome you for another magical evening under the Buck Moon. 🌕

31/05/2026

Cold water shock can affect anyone - even strong swimmers, even on hot days.

• Warm weather doesn't mean warm water - open water stays dangerously cold.
• Cold water shock causes an involuntary gasp and loss of breathing control within seconds - even for strong swimmers.
• Even confident swimmers can quickly lose strength, control, and coordination. Panic makes it worse.

It doesn't take long for things to go wrong in open water - even for strong swimmers.

Learn more: www.rlss.org.uk/cold-water-shock-the-facts

31/05/2026

🤭🤣 Made us giggle 😂🤭

29/05/2026

26/05/2026

25/05/2026

With warm weather forecast this weekend and into next week, more of us will enjoy spending time in, on, or around water, so it’s important to stay safe.

Almost half (47%) of UK accidental drownings happen between May and August, with higher risks during warmer weather.

Keep yourself and your family safe:
• Check for hazards, including depth, currents, tides, and hidden underwater objects.
• Stay together and swim in lifeguarded areas.

In an emergency:
• Call 999 immediately
• If you fall in or become tired, stay calm, float on your back, and call for help

Take a few minutes to read our essential water safety advice:
👉 www.rlss.org.uk/water-safety-advice

15/05/2026

International Learn to Swim Week - Day 4 🌍💙
Swimming Around the World

Water safety looks a little different wherever you go, but one thing stays the same: knowing how to stay safe in and around water is a life skill.

Today we’re looking at beach flags used around the world and what they can mean when you’re visiting the seaside, on holiday, or swimming in open water.

Understanding beach flags can help you make safer choices before entering the water:

🚩 Red flag — danger, no swimming
🟥🟨 Red and yellow flag — lifeguarded area, safest place to swim
🟩 Green flag — calm conditions, but still take care
🟧 Orange windsock — strong wind, avoid inflatables in the sea
⬛⬜ Black and white flag — area for surfers and watercraft, no swimming
🟪 Purple flag — dangerous marine life spotted

Wherever you are in the world, always stop, look, check the signs and listen to lifeguards.

Learning to swim is important, but learning how to stay safe around open water is just as vital.

06/04/2026

With high pressure forecast, water temp should keep climbing so back by demand Send message to book .