GOV.UK: Guidance if you are visiting your local coastline this winter

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GOV.UK: Guidance if you are visiting your local coastline this winter

When visiting your local coastline please take care and follow the rules and social distancing guidelines according to your tier status.

From 2 December the national restrictions for England will be replaced with three Tiers:

From 20 December, a fourth tier was introduced:

When visiting outdoor public spaces, and/or engaging in your sport/activity, you should follow the rules and social distancing guidelines according to your tier status.

See specific guidance for Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

If you are visiting your local coastline, please take care as coastal dangers are ever present. To reduce pressure on the NHS and emergency services, including HM Coastguard, we ask people to avoid activities that involve a significant degree of risk.

We’re in difficult times, but if you’re in trouble at the coast, we’re always here for you. In an emergency at sea or at the coast dial 999 and ask for the Coastguard.