North Cumbria Search and Rescue

13/06/2026

Every child deserves to enjoy water safely. 💙

North Cumbria Search and Rescue is supporting , the national water safety campaign by , working to prevent drowning through education and awareness.

Learn more and download your free resources: www.rlss.org.uk/drowning-prevention-week

13/06/2026

This weekend, North Cumbria Search and Rescue will be at the popular Gelt Gladiator event providing water safety cover.

If you're taking part or coming along to support, keep an eye out for our team and don't forget to say hello! If you snap any photos of us during the event, we'd love to see them—share them in the comments below.

Find out more about our work or support our volunteer-led charity by visiting our website - ncsar.uk

12/06/2026

One dare.
One jump.
One “it’ll be fine.”

That’s all it takes.

Be the mate who says: Nah, not worth it.

Share this advice and help your mates stay safe.

11/06/2026

Our regular training session took us to the River Eden last night, giving the team another valuable opportunity to develop and maintain the skills that help keep us ready for when the call comes.

Regular training plays a vital role in ensuring our volunteers remain prepared to operate safely and effectively in a range of environments and conditions. Sessions like this allow us to practise techniques, strengthen teamwork, and build confidence through realistic scenarios.

A huge thank you to all of our volunteers who continue to give up their time week after week to train and stay operational.

Interested in supporting our work or finding out more about what we do? Visit our website to learn more.

04/06/2026

A huge thank you to all our incredible volunteers at North Cumbria Search and Rescue.

From callouts and training to fundraising and behind-the-scenes support, your dedication keeps our team operational and our communities safer.

As a charity, we rely entirely on the dedication, commitment and professionalism of our volunteers. Without them, we simply could not operate.

Thank you for everything you do and for the countless hours you give to support others.

02/06/2026

⚠️ Please stay safe around the water this summer. ⚠️
The recent hot weather has been amazing, but it has also brought a devastating reality to our communities. During this latest hot spell, 17 young people have needlessly lost their lives in cold water incidents.
It is incredibly easy to underestimate open water. Even when the air feels boiling hot, rivers, lakes, reservoirs, and quarries stay freezing cold.
When you jump in, your body can instantly go into Cold Water Shock. This causes an immediate gasp for air, meaning you inhale water straight into your lungs, making it impossible to swim. Below the surface, there are also hidden currents, sudden drops, and weeds that can trap even the strongest swimmers.
Enjoy the sunshine, but please look out for each other and make smart choices. A quick swim to cool off is never worth your life.
If you ever get into trouble in the water, remember: FLOAT TO LIVE.
Lean back, extend your arms and legs, gently move them to stay afloat, and control your breathing until help arrives.
Please share this post to help protect your friends and family. Let's make sure no more families have to go through this heartbreak.

01/06/2026

If you or anyone you know is having a clear out and has anything you’d like to donate for our team eBay shop (mainly clothes and small postable items) just drop an email to [email protected] and we can let you know re drop off or pick up (locally). As a self funded voluntary team, who are on call locally 24/7 you’d be helping us to help Carlisle and North Cumbria. Please share this post with anyone you think may be able to help us to help our local community.

Thanks to those that already have

29/05/2026

28/05/2026

Enjoy and stay safe in the water.

25/05/2026

North Cumbria Search and Rescue are at Upperby Gala today!

Come along and say hello to the team, have a chat, and learn more about what we do in the community. We’d love to see you there!

As always, every donation and bit of support helps keep our charity operational. Find out more at ncsar.uk