Hastings Voluntary Lifeguards

07/06/2026

Photos show Hastings Lifeguard members at Safety in Action last week. East Sussex Fire & Rescue Service organise this fantastic event for young people to learn, by student engagement, life skills. We represent the Club and deliver Water Safety education - so important living by the sea and this knowledge is critical as shown by the recent drowning tragedies. It also gives us an opportunity to promote our Club where they can learn more water safety skills and knowledge. Thank you to our members, ESFRS and Bohemia Road Fire Station for hosting the event.

31/05/2026

Hastings Voluntary Lifeguards provided safety boat cover and first aid for Hastings Rowing Regatta yesterday. The weather was hot and sunny with good rowing conditions. The day was packed with races and competitive rowing - well done to Hastings Rowing Club, teams and rowers involved.
Thank you Dean Baker, Joe Slaughter, Ruth Heyes, Hadley Bourner, Esme Rose, Callum Etherington, Miles Coote, Fred Cooke, Savana Isles - well done.

24/05/2026

Some photos from Bewl Triathlon today - what a fantastic day, despite the early start!! We provided safety cover for the 3 different swim distances. The event is growing in size each year and the setting is amazing. The team did a great job ensuring the safety of all swimmers and encouraging those who needed it. Well done to the organisers, participants and our team.

23/05/2026

We still have a couple of places so get in touch now

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22/05/2026

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

20/05/2026

17/05/2026

So sad to hear that Bill Wicking has passed away. Bill supported Hastings Voluntary Lifeguards in so many ways over many many years, always a friendly face with kind words. We always valued Bill and Benny encouragement and enthusiasm for the Club. Photo is 2023 Carnival where he was wishing us well before the start. Thank you Bill.

06/05/2026

Do you shop at Tesco? Please help Hastings & St. Leonards Voluntary Lifeguards win a £1,000 donation! All you need to do is sign up to easyfundraising, then you can raise a cashback donation for us every time you shop online - at no extra cost! Then shop online at Tesco or F&F Clothing by May 31st – every shop equals some extra funding for us AND an entry into the £1,000 donation draw! Thank you so much: https://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/causes/hastingslifeguards/?utm_campaign=pmc&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=tesco-5000-fb1

05/05/2026

🌊 It’s Week - raising awareness of the risks around water and help prevent accidental drowning.

Spending time by the water should be enjoyable – but it can be dangerous. Many accidental drownings are preventable.

Stay tuned this week as we share lifesaving advice to help keep you and your loved ones safe.

Learn more about how to enjoy your time in, on, and around water safely: https://nfcc.org.uk/our-services/campaigns/be-water-aware/ #

30/04/2026

At the Club's AGM Rod Huggins was awarded the Peter Kipps Memorial Trophy. This is presented annually to a 'non' club member for their help and support within the Club.
Rod has audited our Club accounts for over 35 years. This is so well deserved, thanks Rod.