Do you know your Flags?
Click here to print a poster about the flags
RED AND YELLOW FLAGS
These show the lifeguarded area, the safest place to swim, bodyboard and use inflatable's.
BLACK AND WHITE CHEQUERED FLAGS
For surfboarders, kayaks and other non-powered craft.
Never swim or bodyboard here.
RED FLAG
DANGER!!! Never go in the water when the red flag is up, under any circumstances.
ORANGE WINDSOCK
Shows offshore winds so never use an inflatable when the sock if flying.
If you ever see anyone in trouble, alert the lifeguards or call 999 or 112 and ask for the coastguard