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Folkestone Rescue Keeping people safe on Folkestone's coast. To preserve life and promote safety We work with the coastguard and RNLI but receive no funding from them.

Folkestone Rescue is an independant Lifeguard and Lifeboat organisation supported by public subscription and donations.

🌊 The Season May Be Over, But Folkestone Rescue Doesn’t Stop 🌊Our 2026 beach season may have come to an end, but there’s...
02/10/2026

🌊 The Season May Be Over, But Folkestone Rescue Doesn’t Stop 🌊

Our 2026 beach season may have come to an end, but there’s still plenty happening behind the scenes.

Over the winter months we’ll be maintaining our equipment, replacing used medical supplies, keeping our boats and vehicles ready, training our crew and preparing for the Boxing Day Dip and the 2027 season.

And, of course, the bills don’t stop either. Insurance, equipment, maintenance and other running costs continue throughout the year.

That’s why monthly donations are so important to us. Even £3 or £5 a month gives us a little more stability and helps us plan for what’s ahead.

💛 You can help support Folkestone Rescue all year round.

👉 Set up a monthly donation via PayPal:
https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=J89RM5H6GQVPL

🟨 Remember to click “Make this a monthly donation” when setting it up.

Thank you for continuing to support your local volunteer lifeguards. 🌊

Thank You, Folkestone! 🌊🏖️As our 2026 season comes to a close, we want to say a huge thank you to our amazing community....
28/09/2026

Thank You, Folkestone! 🌊🏖️

As our 2026 season comes to a close, we want to say a huge thank you to our amazing community. ❤️

From supporting us through donations and fundraising, to stopping for a chat on the beach, your support has meant so much to our volunteer crew.

This year we've responded to rescues and medical emergencies, supported major events, welcomed new volunteers and continued fundraising towards our new rescue boat. 🚤

Now it's time for our crew to take a well-earned break, before we begin preparing for another season at Sunny Sands.

From all of us at Folkestone Rescue, thank you for another incredible year.

We'll see you back on Sunny Sands for the Boxing Day Dip!

HIGH TIDES THIS WEEKEND — PLEASE TAKE CAREWe’re expecting very high tides again this weekend, with high tides reaching a...
12/09/2026

HIGH TIDES THIS WEEKEND — PLEASE TAKE CARE

We’re expecting very high tides again this weekend, with high tides reaching around 7.4m.
📅 SATURDAY
🔵 Low — 07:54 | 0.68m
🔴 High — 12:26 | 7.43m
🔵 Low — 20:13 | 0.42m

📅 SUNDAY
🔴 High — 00:48 | 7.16m
🔵 Low — 08:29 | 0.70m
🔴 High — 13:01 | 7.42m
🔵 Low — 20:47 | 0.52m

⚠️ Remember, the beach is fully tidal. The tide can come in surprisingly quickly and can cut off routes along the beach.
Please do not enter or become trapped in the archways beneath the promenade. What looks like a safe route at low tide can quickly become dangerous as the water rises.

👉 Check the tide times before heading onto the beach, keep an eye on the water and always leave yourself plenty of time to get back.

Stay tide aware. Stay safe. 🌊

TIDE AWARENESS – THIS WEEKEND 🌊A reminder that our beach is fully tidal, and the tide can come in surprisingly quickly.⚠...
29/08/2026

TIDE AWARENESS – THIS WEEKEND 🌊
A reminder that our beach is fully tidal, and the tide can come in surprisingly quickly.
⚠️ Please take extra care around the archways and tunnels beneath the promenade. These areas can become cut off by the incoming tide, leaving you trapped with no safe way back.
📅 With high tides of over 7 metres this weekend, please keep tide times in mind before heading onto the beach and always allow plenty of time to return to the promenade safely.
Don’t get caught by the tide, stay aware, stay safe and enjoy our beach responsibly. 🛟

WILDFIRE RISK – BBQs & OPEN FLAMES PROHIBITED 🔥A reminder to everyone visiting Sunny Sands this weekend and other open s...
15/08/2026

WILDFIRE RISK – BBQs & OPEN FLAMES PROHIBITED 🔥

A reminder to everyone visiting Sunny Sands this weekend and other open spaces across the Folkestone & Hythe area.

Following the UK Government’s warning that there is currently a VERY HIGH risk of wildfires nationally, Government advice is that BBQs and naked/open flames should not be used in these public spaces.

The ground and vegetation are extremely dry, and a small flame or hot ember can quickly develop into a serious wildfire, putting people, wildlife, property and our emergency services at risk.

If you see a fire, move to a safe location and call 999 immediately.

Please follow the signage and local guidance, and help us keep Sunny Sands and the wider Folkestone & Hythe area safe.

HIGH TIDE REMINDER – SUNDAY 🌊Just a reminder for anyone planning to visit Sunny Sands tomorrow.Tomorrow’s high tide is f...
15/08/2026

HIGH TIDE REMINDER – SUNDAY 🌊

Just a reminder for anyone planning to visit Sunny Sands tomorrow.

Tomorrow’s high tide is forecast to reach 7.3m at 14:07. At this height, the entire beach will be covered by the sea and the tunnels beneath the promenade will be submerged.

If you’re visiting tomorrow, please check the tide times and plan your visit around the tide.

If you’re on the beach as the tide approaches, please make sure you move up onto the promenade well before high tide, particularly if you have young children with you.

The water can come in quickly and access from the beach can become limited, so please don’t leave it until the last minute.

Stay safe, check the tide and enjoy Sunny Sands responsibly.

🌊 HIGH TIDE INFORMATION – THIS WEEKEND 🌊Over the next 3–4 days, we’re expecting unusually high tides at Sunny Sands.On S...
13/08/2026

🌊 HIGH TIDE INFORMATION – THIS WEEKEND 🌊

Over the next 3–4 days, we’re expecting unusually high tides at Sunny Sands.

On Saturday, the tide is forecast to reach around 7.39m at 13:37. Once the tide reaches around 7m or above, the beach can become completely covered, with the tunnels beneath the promenade also becoming submerged.

⚠️ If you’re visiting the beach, please:
• Check the tide times before heading onto the beach.
• Keep an eye on the incoming tide and move up onto the promenade well before high tide.
• Take extra care if you have young children with you.
• Don’t wait until the last moment to leave the beach, as rising water can quickly cut off access to the promenade.

Please stay safe, keep an eye on the tide and enjoy the beach responsibly.

🌞 WE'RE AT THE LIONS FUN DAY TODAY! 🌊Our Folkestone Rescue lifeguards are all set up at Radnor Park and we'd love to see...
08/08/2026

🌞 WE'RE AT THE LIONS FUN DAY TODAY! 🌊

Our Folkestone Rescue lifeguards are all set up at Radnor Park and we'd love to see you!

Come along, say hello to the team, have a chat and get involved in our fundraising:

🎟️ Adult Tombola – £2 a ticket or 3 for £5
🚤 Children's Hook a Boat – fun for the little ones!
🎁 Lots of prizes to be won!

Every penny raised helps us continue providing our volunteer lifeguard and rescue service along the coast. ❤️

So if you're at the Lions Fun Day today, come and find us, say hi and have a go! We'd love to see you! 💙

Lions Family Fun Day at Radnor Park.Come and see the team, Our friendly volunteer lifeguards will be there all day, so p...
06/08/2026

Lions Family Fun Day at Radnor Park.

Come and see the team, Our friendly volunteer lifeguards will be there all day, so pop over, say hello and support your local lifesaving charity.

We have some interesting events for you to get involved in such as

🎟️ Adult Tombola with lots of fantastic prizes to be won! and
🚤 Children's Hook a Boat, a fun game for the little ones with prizes too!

A huge thank you to everyone who has kindly donated prizes for our Adult Tombola. Your generosity has made it possible, and we'll be giving all of our amazing supporters a proper thank you after the event.

Every ticket sold helps raise vital funds to keep Folkestone Rescue operating, providing volunteer lifeguard and rescue services to our community.

We'd love to see you there, come and have some fun while supporting a great local cause!

🌊 Jellyfish Update 🌊We've had a number of reports from beachgoers this morning, and our lifeguards have also spotted Moo...
03/08/2026

🌊 Jellyfish Update 🌊

We've had a number of reports from beachgoers this morning, and our lifeguards have also spotted Moon Jellyfish and Compass Jellyfish along the beach today.

🪼 Moon Jellyfish are generally harmless and fascinating to see, but please avoid touching them, even if they've washed ashore.

🪼 Compass Jellyfish can give a painful sting, so it's best to give them plenty of space and keep children and dogs away from any stranded jellyfish.

Our lifeguards are keeping an eye on the situation, so if you're unsure about anything or think you've spotted one, come and have a chat with us.

Have a fantastic day and stay safe! ☀️🌊

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Coronation Parade, Sunny Sands Beach
Folkestone
CT196AB

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