H. M. Coastguard Portreath Rescue Team

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We are a 12 man Cliff Rescue team. We cover the North coast of Cornwall from the Old Quay House at Hayle eastwards up to the beach at Porthtowan. Agnes team.

We are flanked to the West by the St. Ives Cliff Rescue Team and to the East by our colleagues from the St.

08/05/2026

📟No 33 – Basset Cove (BASE jumper)
At approximately 17:00 yesterday evening (07/05/26), Portreath Coastguard Rescue Team were tasked to reports of a person having jumped from the cliffs at Basset Cove.
Due to the nature of the incident, a significant multi-agency response was launched, involving lifeboats from St Ives Lifeboat, Coastguard Rescue Helicopter R924 and St Agnes Coastguard Search & Rescue Team alongside police teams.
Emergency services carried out an intensive search of the area for approximately two hours. While teams were regrouping to brief on the next phase of the search, further police enquiries established that the individual involved was a BASE jumper who intended to jump and deploy their parachute before leaving the beach by alternative methods.
With this new information received and no sign of the individual in the area, all units were stood down and returned to their respective stations at approximately 19:15.

While this incident thankfully had a positive outcome, it highlights the large-scale emergency response that can be triggered by reports of persons seen entering the sea or going over cliffs.

We would ask anyone planning sporting activities at the coast such as Climbing, BASE jumping, paragliding or similar coastal sports to inform HM Coastguard beforehand where possible. A quick notification can help prevent unnecessary searches and allows emergency services to respond more effectively to genuine incidents.

🚨If you ever see someone in difficulty at the coast, call ☎️ 999 and ask for the Coastguard.
Stay safe and enjoy the coast responsibly.🚨

02/05/2026

📟 No 32 Friday 1st May.
Last night at 20:20hrs the team were tasked up the coast to assist in an ongoing incident alongside Newquay coastguard search & rescue team, Newquay RNLI, Devon & Cornwall Police,St Agnes Coastguard Search & Rescue Team, Padstow RNLI Lifeboat, H. M. Newquay Coastguard Rescue Helicopter 924 with an incident near Polly Joke. After an extensive search by land, sea & air between Kelsey Head & Crantock Beach the search was postponed & all assets were stood down in the early hours.

🚨 If you see someone in difficulty along the coast, ☎️Dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard🚨

27/04/2026

📟No 31
📅 Sunday 26th April 2026

Portreath Coastguard Rescue Team were tasked yesterday evening alongside St Agnes Coastguard Search & Rescue Team following reports of multiple persons in the water caught in a rip current at Porthtowan Beach.

Also tasked were St Agnes RNLI Lifeboat

On arrival, we were pleased to find that all casualties had already been recovered safely from the sea by members of the local surfing community prior to our arrival.

Rip currents and cold water can quickly lead to exhaustion and place even strong swimmers in difficulty. Although the sea may appear calm—especially in warm weather—conditions can change rapidly. We would always advise choosing a lifeguarded beach and never overestimating your ability in the water.

🚨Trouble at the Coast? Dial 999 and ask for The Coastguard🚨

13/04/2026

📟 No 30

Portreath Coastguard Rescue Team were tasked today (13/04/26) at approximately 15:30 following reports of a family fishing from the pier at Portreath during very poor sea conditions.

The team accessed the pier safely and issued safety advice before escorting the family back to a place of safety.

Thank you to the caller for raising their concerns — reporting early helps keep people safe and allows us to respond quickly when needed.

⚠️ Safety Message:
Please avoid piers, cliffs, and exposed coastal areas during rough weather. Large waves and strong winds can be unpredictable and extremely dangerous.

🎣 Fishing from exposed locations in poor conditions can put you and others at risk. Always check the weather and sea state before heading out, and choose safer, sheltered spots where possible.

☎️ If you see anyone in difficulty along the coast, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

03/04/2026

📟 No. 27
Members of the team were tasked this morning (3rd April) at approximately 09:45 to Hayle Beach following reports of a deceased dolphin that had washed ashore.

The team attended and gathered the required information, including measurements and condition of the animal, which has been passed to the relevant agencies for further assessment and recording.

The team completed the task and were back on station by 11:00.

Safety Advice
If you come across stranded or deceased marine life:
• Please keep a safe distance and do not touch the animal
• Dogs should be kept well away and under control
• Do not attempt to move the animal
• Report the find to the BDLMR and Marine Stranding’s network 01825 765546 or The Coastguard.

Stranded marine animals can carry diseases, and large animals can pose additional risks due to their size and condition.

Thank you to those who reported the incident promptly.

25/03/2026

📟 No. 24

The team were tasked today (25/03/26) at approximately 16:40 to assist a casualty in the dunes at Upton Towans, after they were tripped by their dog and sustained a nasty ankle injury.

Coastguard Rescue Officers were quickly on scene and made the casualty as comfortable as possible, providing casualty care before extracting them from the dunes to the nearest vehicle access point.

The casualty was then monitored and kept warm during somewhat chilly conditions whilst awaiting the arrival of the ambulance. They were handed into the care of the ambulance service at approximately 19:00 for onward transport to hospital.

The team then stood down and returned to station.

We would like to wish the casualty a full and speedy recovery.

⚠️ Safety Advice:
The dunes can be uneven and unstable underfoot, increasing the risk of trips and falls. Please take extra care when walking, especially with dotgs, and always wear appropriate footwear.

📞 In an emergency on and around the coast, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard. 🚨

21/03/2026

📟 Call Out – No. 22

At 15:50 today (21st March), Portreath CRT were tasked to assist St Agnes CRT following reports of three persons cut off by the tide to the north of Porthtowan.

Both teams quickly made their way to the scene where the three casualties were located, being assisted by members of Porthtowan SLSC.

Due to the incoming tide and location, it was decided the safest option was to recover all three casualties via the RNLI lifeboat from St Agnes. All persons were successfully recovered and returned to the beach, where they were met by members of the team, given a welfare check, and provided with safety advice.

With a positive outcome, all units were stood down and returned to station by 17:00.

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⚠️ Coastguard Safety Advice

Tides along our coastline can move quickly and cut off access points before you realise it.

• Always check tide times before setting out
• Be aware of your surroundings and exit routes
• Avoid venturing too far on outgoing tides
• In an emergency, call 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard

We’d always rather be called early.

07/03/2026

📟 Call out No 18

Portreath CRT were tasked at around 14:00 today (07/03/26) following reports of a missing child in the Gwithian area.

The team quickly assembled and made their way to the location, however we were stood down as we were arriving on scene as the child had fortunately been located safe and well.

The parents absolutely did the right thing by contacting the Coastguard straight away. When someone is missing near the coast, time is critical and early notification allows search resources to be deployed quickly. We would always rather be stood down than lose valuable time starting a search.

The team were back at station by 14:30 and ready to respond to the next call.

⚠️ Coastal Safety Reminder

If you become separated from someone at the beach or along the coast:

• Try to stay calm and retrace your steps.
• Check nearby landmarks, facilities, or lifeguard huts where someone may have gone for help.
• If you are concerned someone is missing near the coast, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard immediately.

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The Harbour, Portreath
Portreath
TR164LG

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