Folkestone Rescue

Keeping people safe on Folkestone's coast

Swimming in the sea during the winter months

Posted on February 6, 2021 in Updates • Add Comment

Sea swimming in winter brings an increased risk of cold-water shock and hypothermia.

New Beginnings

Posted on January 19, 2015 in Updates • Add Comment

We would like to take the opportunity to update you with some new and exciting changes.

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Current Flag at Sunny Sands
No Flag
No Lifeguards on Duty

No Tombstoning

No Tombstoning

Danger of Death

Maximum Fine: £2500

Pleasure Craft Speed Limit

No Restriction

Speed limit applies from 1st May to 30th September
Watercraft must not be driven in a dangerous manner
Maximum Fine: £1000

Dogs on Folkestone Beaches

Dogs Allowed

Dog Control Zones: Sunny Sands & Mermaid Beach
Dogs banned from 1st May to 30th September

Folkestone Tides

Monday, 19th April 2021

High Tide

03:16

(6.11m)

Low Tide

10:49

(1.95m)

High Tide

15:45

(5.91m)

Low Tide

23:14

(2.10m)