Ballyheigue Inshore Rescue Service

Ballyheigue Inshore Rescue Service We are a local voluntary Charity providing Land & Inshore Rescue Service in the Ballyheigue/ North Kerry area. Registered Charity No. 20151249.

We also cover many events on water as a safety boat. Have you ever thought of volunteering in Sea Rescue & Land Searches? Ballyheigue Inshore Rescue Service is a non-profit community organisation established in 1993 in Ballyheigue, Kerry, Ireland. Ballyheigue is a small coastal town in the north of Kerry which is a popular tourist destination, especially during the summer months. Our experienced u

nit, which is made up of local volunteers, primarily operating on the coast of Ballyheigue Bay and Kerry Head. Our volunteers are fully trained under Irish Coast Guard, R.N.L.I , and Irish Water Safety guidelines and are ready to respond to call outs 24/7. Our main aims are:
• To provide a comprehensive search, rescue & recovery service, both on land and at sea, to the immediate area around Ballyheigue.
• To ensure that personnel are given the skills and knowledge to enable them to carry out any and all duties that may be required of them related to search, rescue & recovery.
• To be able to carry out these duties in a professional manner giving due consideration to the health, safety and welfare of crew members and distressed persons alike. As a voluntary organisation providing a service to the local community, we are always looking for volunteers to join the crew. If you are looking for a volunteering opportunity, and think you have what it takes to help people at sea, contact us here. We would love to hear from you! You can easily donate to help us help you through our GoFundMe page:

https://gofund.me/8f096da5

Thank you

"Nothing Stronger than the Heart of a Volunteer"

A fabulous stone painting left at our door. Thank you so much to the person that done this.
19/10/2025

A fabulous stone painting left at our door. Thank you so much to the person that done this.

23/01/2025

If you are thinking of a swim, hike, thrill or a bit of storm tourism during , think again! Stay at home and

22/01/2025

Batten down the hatches from tomorrow evening, this storm is threatening to be unprecedented.

DO NOT BECOME A STATISTIC.

Stay warm, stay dry, check on your neighbours, do not travel, ensure you have enough food & fuel & your phones are fully charged.

RESCUE115-Shannon, RESCUE116-Dublin, RESCUE117-Waterford & RESCUE118-Sligo are ready to respond alongside our Irish Coast Guard & RNLI Lifeboat Services & all other Emergency Services.

HEED THE WARNING.

31/12/2024

We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who helped, supported or donated to the unit in 2024. We very much appreciate it no matter how great or small. We wish you all a very happy new year and look forward to meeting you all in 2025.
Tralee Triathlon Club

28/12/2024

Did you enjoy the Christmas Swim? Why not come and join us every Sunday at 11am for a quick dip ... The perfect way to start the day.

It was with great sadness we learnt of the passing of Teddy Healy. Teddy was one if the original members in setting up t...
26/12/2024

It was with great sadness we learnt of the passing of Teddy Healy. Teddy was one if the original members in setting up the life boat in Ballyheigue Inshore Rescue Service. We offer our deepest condolences to Teddy's family and friends. May he rest in peace.

The death has occurred of Teddy Healy of Ballyheigue, Kerry Ireland, on 23/12/2024. You can view the full death notice and add your condolences here.

25/12/2024

Thank you all so much to everyone that took part in the Christmas day swim today it was great to see so many young swimmers in the water today. Well done to everybody that took part. And thank you for your very kind donations. Merry Christmas to all and we wish you all a very prosperous 2025.

25/12/2024
23/12/2024

For those taking part in winter dips and swims, the advice is:

• Check weather, wind and tides before going in the water
• Inform someone ashore of your plans and your return time
• Acclimatise slowly when entering the water and stay warm before and after your swim or dip
• Wear a bright cap and tow float to increase your visibility
• Never swim alone and stay within your depth
• Should you get into difficulty or see someone in trouble, call 999 or 112 and ask for the Coast Guard

This years Christmas swim will take place at the earlier time of 11am due to the change in mass times come along and say...
23/12/2024

This years Christmas swim will take place at the earlier time of 11am due to the change in mass times come along and say hi. Some light refreshments will be served Longside the lifeguard hut. Look forward to meeting everyone.

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Ballyheigue

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