Brighton & Hove Seafront Team

17/09/2026

Have you spotted the BookBenches around Brighton & Hove?

We’ve spotted some of the benches along the seafront, but there are plenty more waiting to be found! 🌊

The Story Trail has been organised by Amaze Sussex SEND Charity a local charity supporting families with disabled children, in partnership with Wild in Art . Together, they’ve brought this wonderful collection of public art to Brighton & Hove, with talented local artists, schools and community groups helping to bring the BookBenches to life.

Why not make a day of it and explore the city to see how many you can discover?

📅 12 September – 8 November 2026

The Story Trail is free to explore, with a map and app to help you find the benches.

A big thank you to everyone involved in bringing The Story Trail to Brighton & Hove💙

10/09/2026

31/08/2026

The Final Week of Lifeguard Service on Brighton & Hove Beaches 🏖️

As we head into the final week of the lifeguard season, please remember to stay safe when visiting the beach:

✅ Swim at a lifeguarded beach
✅ Swim between the red and yellow flags
✅ Check the tide times before heading out
✅ Never use inflatables in offshore winds
✅ Speak to lifeguards for local advice and safety information
✅ If you see someone in difficulty, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard☎️

The lifeguards are here to help keep everyone safe, so make the most of their presence while they're on patrol. The last day for the lifeguards will be Sunday 6th September.

28/08/2026

This weekend is set to be a stormy one, which means any litter left on the beach is much more likely to be blown into the sea, impacting both our coastal and marine environment.

Re-posting until the message breaks through…

We know most people reading this wouldn’t dream of leaving litter on the beach, but with around 80% of marine litter originating from land-based activities and sources, we thought we’d share a little reminder ahead of a busy weekend:- please bin your rubbish, and if the bin is full, either find one with space or take your rubbish home. 🫡💙

If you’re beach cleaning, or over the weekend - YOU ARE AMAZING! Tag us in to a photo of what you collect and we’ll celebrate your amazing work!

Please stay posted to Brighton & Hove Seafront Team safety notices and stay well back from the water’s edge.

Wishing you all a safe and fantastic weekend! And if the wind and rain aren’t too horrendous, we look forward to seeing you on the beach on Sunday for our Leave No Trace Brighton X Sea Lanes Brighton community clean! 09:30-11:30am on the beach behind Sea Lanes! 🙌

YES BRIGHTON! 🙌 ☀️

28/08/2026

Our Brighton Beach Patrol team will be out on the seafront tonight, carrying out our usual patrols, keeping the shoreline safe and looking out for anyone who may be vulnerable or in need of assistance.

Please take extra care around the sea tonight.

With large gusts and bigger swells expected, conditions around the water’s edge could become dangerous very quickly.

Please keep well back from the water’s edge and avoid getting too close to the waves, look out for friends and anyone who may be vulnerable, Do not enter the sea, especially after drinking and after dark.

Our volunteers will be around throughout the night, so if you see us and need help, please come and speak to us.

Stay safe on the seafront tonight!

28/08/2026

5,000 of you! 🎉💙

We’ve reached an amazing 5,000 followers on the Brighton & Hove Seafront Team account!

But for us, it’s more than just a number. It means we can reach even more local residents, visitors and seafront users with important information to help everyone stay safe, stay informed and enjoy our coastline responsibly. 🏖️

We’re here to share everything from water safety to seafront updates, environmental projects, behind-the-scenes moments and the work our team does every day.

As our community grows, we want to make sure we’re reaching the right people with the right information, especially those visiting Brighton & Hove for the first time.

What would you like to see more of on our page?

Thank you for following, sharing and supporting what we do. Here’s to the next 5,000! 🌊💙

28/08/2026

We hope everyone in the city has a wonderful August bank holiday weekend!

Most council services are closed on bank holidays, but some services are available for emergencies, such as housing repairs and adult social care.

We've linked our bank holiday opening webpage in the comments 👇

27/08/2026

Bank Holiday Weekend Weather Warning 🌊

With unsettled weather and rough sea conditions expected over the Bank Holiday weekend, we're asking everyone to take extra care along Brighton & Hove's seafront.

✅ Stay well back from the shoreline and watch the sea from the top of the beach where possible.
✅ Keep children close to you at all times.
✅ Keep dogs on leads near the water's edge.
✅ Be aware of tide times before visiting.
✅ Avoid standing on groynes, sea defences or slippery surfaces.
✅ Never turn your back on the sea.
✅ Take extra care when taking photographs near the water.
✅ Go to a lifeguarded beach.

Large waves can arrive unexpectedly, even when conditions appear calm.

Please enjoy the seafront safely and look out for one another this Bank Holiday weekend.
 
If you see somone in difficulty in the water call 999 and ask for the Coastguard☎️

14/08/2026

Heading to the beach? Make sure you stay safe in the water this summer! 🏖️

Our top tips:
-Always choose a lifeguarded beach
-Swim between the red and yellow flags
-Speak to the lifeguards if you have any questions, they’re there to help and can give you advice on the day’s conditions.

If you see someone in trouble in the water, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard☎️

The RNLI lifeguards will be on Brighton & Hove’s beaches until 6th September🛟

31/07/2026

🌈 Come celebrate PRIDE. But don't let the sea catch you out! 🌊

Offshore winds can quickly carry inflatables, paddleboards and swimmers further from the shore than you realise. If the wind is blowing out to sea, think twice before heading into the water.

Remember:
💨 Be aware of offshore winds.
🍺 Never swim after drinking alcohol or taking drugs.
🏖️ Swim at a lifeguarded beach whenever possible.
📞 If you see someone in trouble in the water, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

Have fun, celebrate responsibly, and help keep Pride safe for everyone.

🌈 Happy Pride from everyone at Brighton & Hove Seafront! ❤️