Dunoon Coastguard Rescue Team

18/03/2026

Our wonderful friends and colleagues are having an open day at Kames Coastguard Station.

Well worth a visit - they are a lovely bunch with some fantastic insights into search, rescue and safety.

Some of our team will no doubt make an appearance too … (hoping for cake!)

Check out the post attached and do head along to find out more!

DATE FOR THE DIARY!
Come along and meet your local Coastguard Rescue Team, have a chat, find out what we do in the community, find out our skill set and have a look around our station.
See you there!

07/02/2026

Our wonderful friend and colleague from our flank team in Kames:
KAMES Coastguard Rescue Team

31/12/2025

Well it’s that time of year!
A time where we reflect on the year passed and look forward to the year ahead.

Dunoon Coastguard Rescue Team have attended over 60 emergency callouts this year and as a group of dedicated volunteers, we remain on call 365 days a year to play our part in keeping the community safe.

Normally, we thank those who support us - our families, our full time officers, our partner emergency services. This year is no different:
We are very lucky to be surrounded by professionals with whom we each benefit from their knowledge, wisdom, support and experience.

This year - (without having consulted the team!) - our end of year post will call out some very special people.

Our Team!

Volunteering to be on call 24/7 is a huge commitment, and many of the team have been doing this for decades.

Responding when you have family commitments or daily struggles or when life gets in the way can be difficult.

Every single member of the team remains committed to the team, because of how supportive we are to each other.
And it shows. ❤️.
Well done, all. Thank you each for continuing care love and support.

2025!
Done.

If we have helped you, your family, your community, we are glad to have been there when you needed it.

If we have helped raise awareness on the risks associated with water safety, we thank you for helping us spread that message!

Here are a selection of photos from a year which has seen us making a difference.
(Possibly one from the archives too!)

Stay safe in 2026!

In a coastal, cliff or beach emergency, call 999 and ask for “Coastguard”

Happy New Year!
All the very best from Dunoon Coastguard Rescue Team!

03/10/2025

🌬️ West Coast Weather Warning 🌊

Followers, please take extra care in today’s severe winds across the west of Scotland.

⚠️ If you spot anything dangerous, call 999 immediately. But remember:

📸 That perfect photo,
⚓ Securing a boat,
🏃‍♂️ Chasing adrenaline…

None of these are worth your life.

Our Dunoon Coastguard Rescue Team volunteers are on call 24/7 - even in weather like this.

🚨 In a coastal, cliff or beach emergency: Dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

Stay safe.

27/09/2025

Our very own Cameron.

Meet Your Coastguard takes us around the United Kingdom, meeting the ordinary volunteers who do extraordinary work to keep us and our coastline safe.

09/09/2025

Today is Emergency Services Day, a special opportunity to honour all those who work tirelessly to care for us and protect our safety.

As one of the UK’s emergency services, HM Coastguard stands ready round the clock to help anyone in difficulty at sea or on the coast.

While our staff in operations rooms answer 999 calls and coordinate the response to a variety of incidents, we have our helicopter crews in the sky and our coastguard rescue officers on the ground, rescuing people and saving lives.

We are grateful for everyone in the emergency services and can never thank you enough for your service 💙

03/09/2025

Our training last night with our friends at KAMES Coastguard Rescue Team.

Looking at some more advanced airway management than ever before, we were also further trained in dealing with catastrophic bleeding, from an evidence led perspective.

Thanks to all involved.

06/02/2025

It's Time to Talk Day, an opportunity to raise awareness around mental health and encourage conversations between friends, families, co-workers and communities.

Small gestures can make a big difference. Check in on the people around you.

Talk, listen, change lives.

18/01/2025

HM Coastguard is a government department, and what is called a “Category 1 responder”.
If you call 999 you can ask for coastguard, and you will be put through to a full time coastguard control room.
The coastguard rescue service is managed by full time staff.
The coastguard rescue officers, such as those in the Dunoon Coastguard, are each volunteers.
Regardless of position throughout HM Coastguard, individuals can call on the support of the Coastguard Association, in their time of need, whatever that may be.

Today, three of our team completed the Coastguard Association 5k, to help raise money and awareness on behalf of the Coastguard Association.
Here are some photos of Anders, Avril and Cameron on their 5k, with the help of Bjørn the dog.

Well done to all!

If you want to find out more about the Coastguard Association, you can find out about them on the following link: https://www.facebook.com/share/15mDp45Kpi/?mibextid=wwXIfr

In a beach coastal or cliff emergency, dial 999 and ask for “Coastguard”

27/11/2024

King’s Coronation Medal Presentation.

Last night, personnel from across Area 4 West were presented with the King’s Coronation Medal which was presented to all personnel who had achieved 5 years service as at 6th May 2023.

The ceremony was led by Divisional Commander Sue Todd & Area Commander Robbie Robertson and saw all personnel receiving the medal from The Lord Lieutenant for Renfrewshire and Inverclyde Colonel Peter McCarthy.

One of the benefits of such a presentation is being able to meet up with colleagues from across the area.
Last night was no exception, and our flank teams reminded us that we operate in a volunteer community made up of some incredible individuals, managed by a passionate, professional and committed full time management team.

We were particularly touched by the poignant presentation of a posthumous medal to the Rothesay Team.

22/10/2024

Looking to do something rewarding? We’re currently looking for Coastguard Rescue Officers to join our team based in Dunoon.

HM Coastguard is the UK's 999 maritime and coastal emergency service. Our Coastguard Rescue Service is made up of volunteers who carry out rescues and help those in distress around our coast.

As a volunteer coastguard rescue officer, you could be involved in a range of situations, from mud, cliff and water rescues to searches for missing people. As a volunteer you will not be paid. You can claim a small amount for your time and expenses.
Volunteering with us is a rewarding role that supports and gives back to your local community. You can make a real difference and help to save lives.

🔵You must reside within 12/15 minutes of Dunoon Coastguard Station.
🔵 Subject to Disclosure Scotland background checks.

🔵 You must be available to attend all training at Greenock Fire Station on the following dates:
Part 1: Monday 17th March to Friday 21st March 2025
Part 2: Saturday 5th + Sunday 6th April 2025
Part 3: Saturday 26th + Sunday 27th April 2025

For more information about the Coastguard Rescue Service or to apply to become a volunteer, visit hmcoastguard.uk/volunteer

For enquiries email: [email protected]

The Coastguard Rescue Service is made up of volunteers who carry out rescues and help those in distress around our coast.