Bridlington Coastguard Rescue Team

01/09/2026

🚨 OUR FLANK TEAM, HORNSEA, ARE RECRUITING! 🚨

Ever fancied doing something different and giving something back to your community? ❤️

Do you live in Hornsea or one of the surrounding villages? Then why not give it a whirl and join the team! 👇

You’ll get to learn new skills, meet some brilliant people, help those who need us most and, from time to time, you’ll even get to work alongside us! 😉

What more could you ask for?! 😜

If you’ve ever thought about volunteering with HM Coastguard, now’s your chance.

Come and be part of something that really matters. 🌊🚨

👉 Hornsea Coastguard Rescue Team….. we’re waiting for you!

‼️ RECRUITING ‼️

***This is NOT a full time position, and is ran on an oncall system***

Looking for a new challenge? Want to do something rewarding and make a real difference in your local community?

We are looking for motivated individuals to join our team as Coastguard Rescue Officers.

HM Coastguard is the UK's 999 maritime and coastal emergency service, responding to incidents and helping people in distress around our coastline.

As a Coastguard Rescue Officer, there isn't a typical day.

One day you could be searching for a missing person. The next, providing emergency medical care to an injured walker. Or you could be working alongside your team to safely extricate someone stuck on the cliffs.

Every callout is different. Every day is different.

To be eligible, you must:

• Be 18 years or older
• Live and/or work in the local area
• Hold a full driving licence
• Be fit and healthy

No previous Coastguard experience is required, full training is provided.

If we've piqued your interest and you'd like to find out more, please get in touch with us.

To apply, follow the link at the bottom and complete the application form. When selecting your preferred team, you can find us under Area 6.

Could you be our next Coastguard Rescue Officer? 🌊🚨

https://submit.forms.service.gov.uk/form/89/apply-to-be-a-volunteer-coastguard-rescue-officer/220

14/08/2026

Overnight Multi-Agency Response to Missing Person

The Bridlington Coastguard Rescue Team was tasked overnight and into the early hours of this morning alongside colleagues from Hornsea and Filey Coastguard Rescue Teams, Humberside Police, Bridlington RNLI lifeboats and Coastguard Rescue Helicopter 912 from Humberside, following a report of a missing person.

The search, which lasted several hours around the Barmston area, covered a large and challenging area of coastline, including cliffs and a nearby caravan park.

During the search, the Coastguard Rescue Helicopter located the casualty in the water and requiring assistance. The RNLI inshore lifeboat was able to reach the casualty and bring them safely ashore, where they were immediately assessed by Coastguard personnel.

The Coastguard Rescue Helicopter subsequently landed and its crew provided further care until the arrival of colleagues from Yorkshire Ambulance Service.

The casualty was transported to hospital for further treatment and was reported to be in a stable condition.

We would like to thank all the emergency service and volunteer teams involved for their professionalism and commitment throughout the operation.

Due to the nature of this incident, no further details will be provided.

📸- Bridlington Coastguard Team

05/08/2026

A message from Bridlington Coastguard Rescue Team

Following yesterday’s search, which continued into the early hours of this morning, our thoughts are with the casualty’s family and friends at this incredibly distressing time.

From the outset, every effort was made to locate the casualty and bring them to safety. Our team worked alongside colleagues from across the emergency services, carrying out an extensive search.

Sadly, despite everyone’s best efforts, not everyone can be saved. For those of us who volunteer to help others, that is an incredibly difficult reality and it breaks our hearts when we cannot achieve the outcome we so desperately want.

Our deepest sympathies are with the family and friends, and we thank the public for their cooperation and support while emergency services carried out the search.

Following extensive multi-agency searches for a missing 13-year-old boy who entered the water in Hornsea yesterday (Tuesday, 4 August 2026), a body has sadly now been recovered.

Whilst formal identification has not yet taken place, we believe that to be of the teenage boy. His family have been informed and are being supported by our officers.

Chief Superintendent Phil Booker said: "This is an incredibly heartbreaking outcome, and our thoughts are with the boy’s family and friends at this devastating time.

“Emergency services were called to the South Promenade in Hornsea shortly after 6pm yesterday following reports of a concern for safety involving a 13-year-old boy who had got into difficulty whilst swimming in the water.

“An extensive search operation was launched involving specialist Humberside search officers including our Marine Unit and drone pilots, alongside HM Coastguard, Yorkshire Ambulance Service, and Humberside Fire and Rescue Service.

“Tragically, at around 4.30am this morning (Wednesday, 5 August), a body was recovered from the water.

“His death is not being treated as suspicious, and a file will now be prepared for the Coroner.

“We know the sadness and concern this will cause in the community, and we would ask that the family’s privacy is respected during this incredibly difficult time.

“I would like to thank all of the emergency services involved in the search, along with members of the public for their support and cooperation.”

04/08/2026

The Bridlington Coastguard Rescue Team continues to work alongside our emergency services colleagues at the ongoing incident.

We ask members of the public to please avoid the area and allow emergency services the space they need to work safely and effectively.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

Alongside HM Coastguard, Yorkshire Ambulance Service and Humberside Fire and Rescue Services, Humberside Police officers have been deployed to the area of the South Promenade in Hornsea following reports of a concern for safety of a teenage boy in the water at around 6pm this evening (Tuesday, 4 August 2026).

Chief Superintendent Phil Booker said: “After receiving the report, officers were immediately deployed alongside other emergency services and upon attending, it was discovered that a 13-year-old boy had reportedly got into difficulty whilst swimming in the water.

“Our priority now is to find the boy, and members of the public can expect to see specialist Police Search Advisors (POLSA), along with our Marine Unit and drone pilots, who have also been deployed to conduct an extensive search and rescue operation to locate him.

“We would urge people to please avoid the area where possible to allow emergency services to work efficiently and safely, and refrain from speculating on the circumstances of the incident.

“Our enquiries continue to ascertain the full circumstances around the report, and we would ask anyone with any information that may assist us, to please speak to the officers in Hornsea, or contact us via our non-emergency number 101 quoting log 415 of 4 August.”

04/08/2026

🐾 Bertie the dog rescued in Flamborough 🐾

Bridlington Coastguard Rescue Team were called to assist with the rescue of 16 year old Bertie, who had managed to find himself in a bit of a predicament, stuck in dense undergrowth at the bottom of a steep embankment.

The team deployed to the scene and, after making their way down the embankment, successfully located and rescued Bertie, bringing him safely back up and into the care of his very grateful owners. 🐶

Bertie was thankfully none the worse for his adventure and was safely reunited with his owners.

Station Officer Jordan Grebby said:

“We usually get called to dogs over the cliff, but this one was so very different! Bertie’s owners did exactly the right thing and, when they realised he was stuck, called 999 and asked for the Coastguard. This meant we could get to Bertie quickly and safely reunite him with his owners.”

A great outcome for a much loved 16 year old member of the family. 🐾. This wasn’t our usual dog over the cliff type incident so please be kind in the comments!

Remember, if you’re in trouble around the coast, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

📸- Bridlington Coastguard (shared with owners permission).

17/07/2026

You’ll have seen some negativity about HM Coastguard recently! let’s be clear, Bridlington Coastguard will continue to serve the public and local community as we always have.

Today, members of Bridlington Coastguard Rescue Team were humbled to receive a heartfelt message of thanks following the rescue of a United States Air Force serviceman.

Whilst we are incredibly grateful for the kind words, we would like to stress that our volunteers simply did what they are trained to do. Every call-out is a team effort, and our priority is always the safety and wellbeing of those in need.

Incidents like this highlight the importance of the close working relationships between all emergency services and rescue organisations, and we are proud to play our part in keeping people safe along our coastline.

Finally, we’d like to recognise the dedication of our volunteers, who leave their families, jobs and daily lives at a moment’s notice to answer the pager, day or night. Their commitment to serving the public continues to make a real difference.

If you find yourself in trouble at the coast, or see someone else in difficulty, dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

12/07/2026

Rescue at North Landing, Flamborough

Just after midday today, Bridlington Coastguard Rescue Team was retasked from another incident to reports of a further two people and a dog in difficulty amongst the rocks at North Landing, Flamborough, after paddleboarding in the area.

On arrival, the Officer in Charge carried out a dynamic risk assessment and determined that the safest course of action was for a tethered Coastguard Water Rescue Officer to enter the water and wade/swim to the casualties’ location.

Once with the casualties, it became apparent that one casualty had sustained a significant lower leg injury. With the tide continuing to rise, a rescue plan was developed to safely evacuate everyone from the rocks. The injured casualty and her dog were floated to safety on a paddleboard under the close supervision of Coastguard personnel, whilst the second casualty was assisted across the rocks and back to the beach.

Once ashore, both casualties were assessed by Coastguard Rescue Officers trained in casualty care. Due to the nature of the injury, it was suspected the female casualty had sustained a lower leg fracture, and an ambulance from Yorkshire Ambulance Service was requested. Following assessment, she was handed into the care of the ambulance crew for further treatment.

We wish the casualty a full and speedy recovery.

Today’s incident serves as a timely reminder that whilst our coastline can appear calm and inviting, conditions can change quickly and seemingly accessible areas can become hazardous. Always wear appropriate clothing and safety equipment, carefully consider whether your chosen activity is suitable for the conditions, and ensure you have a reliable means of calling for help.

If you see anyone in difficulty on the coast, dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

📸- Bridlington Coastguard

04/07/2026

Yesterday 3 July just before 5pm Bridlington Coastguard Rescue Team was tasked alongside Filey Coastguard Rescue Team and Flamborough Lifeboat following reports of two paddleboarders who were potentially cut off and unable to self-recover near North Landing, Flamborough.

On arrival, the Coastguard team began searching from the cliff top to locate the casualties and assess the safest method of rescue. Flamborough Lifeboat soon arrived on scene and located the casualties in a small cove. However, due to the sea conditions, they were unable to carry out the rescue safely.

The Coastguard team deployed to the cliff top with specialist rope rescue equipment and began setting up for a cliff rescue. Further information confirmed that both casualties were becoming cold and distressed. Following this update, the Coastguard Officer in Charge requested the assistance of a Coastguard Rescue Helicopter.

The Coastguard Rescue Helicopter quickly arrived on scene and assessed the situation. The helicopter’s winchman was lowered to the casualties, who were each secured in a rescue strop and winched safely, one at a time, to the cliff top, where they were met by the Coastguard Rescue Teams.

Both casualties were assessed, found to be safe and well, and although understandably shaken by their ordeal, required no further medical treatment.

This incident serves as an important reminder to anyone heading out onto the water. Before setting off, always check the weather and sea conditions, wear appropriate clothing and safety equipment for your activity, and ensure you have a means of calling for help if things don’t go to plan. Being properly prepared can make all the difference.

If you see someone in difficulty at the coast, or you find yourself in trouble, dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

📸- Bridlington Coastguard

31/05/2026

It’s been another busy Saturday for the team during what has been a particularly demanding half-term period. Despite the challenges, we remain ready to respond whenever and wherever we are needed.

Yesterday (Saturday 30 May), the team was tasked to four separate incidents, including missing children, injured persons, and the discovery of a suspected WWII explosive device. We worked closely alongside Humberside Police & Flamborough Lifeboat.

One of these incidents occurred at North Landing, Flamborough, where a person had fallen whilst making their way down to the beach.

Thanks to the quick actions of members of the public and staff from The Boathouse Café, the casualty was receiving first aid upon our arrival. The team carried out an assessment of the casualty before safely extracting them up the path and into the care of the waiting ambulance crew.

The casualty was transported to hospital for further treatment, and we wish them a full and speedy recovery.

Thank you to all the members of public who assisted and all of the staff at the Boathouse Cafe, North Landing 💪.

As always, if you see someone in difficulty along the coast, dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

📸- Pictures by Bridlington Coastguard team. (Photos all taken by members of the team, despite speculation online we can assure you the video in the comments is not AI generated…. 🤦🏻‍♂️😂)

Boathouse at North Landing

29/05/2026

🚨 RESCUE AT FLAMBOROUGH CLIFFS FOR CASUALTY STUCK🚨

A dramatic rescue unfolded today (29 May) at Pigeon Hole, Flamborough, after a person became stranded halfway down the cliffs in a dangerous attempt to retrieve a bag that had fallen over the edge.

Bridlington & Filey Coastguard Rescue Teams were swiftly tasked to the scene following reports of a person trapped on the cliff face.

On arrival, teams discovered that a local person had climbed down in an effort to help recover the lost bag but quickly found themselves unable to get back up, stranded on a narrow and precarious ledge above the sea.

After assessing the scene, the Officer in Charge deemed the location far too dangerous for a conventional cliff rescue. An urgent request was immediately made for the Coastguard Rescue Helicopter.

As the casualty waited anxiously on the cliff edge, Coastguard teams remained in constant contact, offering reassurance until the helicopter appeared into view overhead.

In a dramatic winch operation, the Coastguard Rescue Helicopter successfully lifted the casualty from the cliff face before landing nearby at a site prepared by The Coastguard Rescue Teams.

Thankfully, despite the terrifying ordeal, the casualty escaped without injury although understandably shaken and embarrassed.

⚠️ This incident serves as a stark reminder that no matter how familiar you think you are with the cliffs, attempting to climb down is incredibly dangerous and can put not only your own life at risk, but also the lives of Coastguard teams and helicopter crews who may have to rescue you.

📞 If you ever see someone in danger along the coast, dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

📸- Bridlington Coastguard Rescue Team