Record-Breaking SLSGB National Championships
What a week. The 2026 Surf Life Saving GB National Championships brought together a record number of athletes in Masters, Youth and Nippers for a huge week of competition and community. This annual event welcomes everyone from beginners to elite GB squad members, all honing their lifesaving skills, not just to win medals but to […]
Get Ready for the Surf Life Saving GB National Championships 2026 supported by Dryrobe
The countdown to the 2026 National Surf Life Saving Championships supported by Dryrobe is officially on! Holywell Bay will soon be buzzing with competitors from across the country as we come together for a week of racing, teamwork and lifesaving sport. If you’re competing this year, entries close at 6:00pm on Monday 3 August, so make […]
Surf Life Saving clubs helping young people build skills for life
From learning how to spot hazards at the beach to developing confidence in the water and making lifelong friendships, Surf Life Saving clubs continue to provide young people with experiences that go far beyond sport. Across Great Britain, volunteer-run clubs introduce children and young people to the sea in a safe, supportive and enjoyable environment. […]
Volunteer Rescue Prevents Family Tragedy
At 12.30pm on Saturday 27 June, Surf Life Saving GB volunteers responded to an incident at Saunton Sands after members of the public raised the alarm. A family of four from Milton Keynes had been swept away from the shore by strong offshore winds and a rip current while body boarding and paddle boarding. The family drifted onto […]
World Ocean Series Launches in Style at SLSGB Surf Series Round 2
The SLSGB Surf Series Round 2 welcomed the biggest international event in surf lifesaving right now – the World Ocean Series! The opening round of the 2026/27 World Ocean Series season landed on British shores and SLSGB was proud to host the event alongside Newquay Surf Life Saving Club. From the very first barrier hitting the sand to the […]
Surf Life Saving GB mobilises in response to Red Heat Warning
With the Met Office issuing a Red Warning for Heat, the highest level of alert possible, Surf Life Saving GB is mobilising its volunteer network to help protect the public at beaches, rivers, lakes, and other open water locations across the UK. A Red Warning means there is a risk to life for everyone, not […]
Help Bring a Surf Life Saving Club to Your Community
Across the UK coastline, more people than ever are enjoying the sea – whether that’s swimming, paddleboarding, surfing, kayaking, or simply spending time at the beach with family and friends. With this growing connection to the water comes an even greater need for strong local water safety communities, accessible lifesaving education, and opportunities for people […]