Staying safe at Crosby Beach

At Crosby Beach, here’s what you need to be aware of … 

• Do not swim at Crosby Beach – it is permanently red flagged. This is due to the beach’s proximity to the River Mersey shipping lane, which effects the water quality.  
• There is a quick-flowing tide. To avoid being cut off by the tide, check the tide times before you go. If you are spending any time at the water’s edge, check behind you to make sure the tide hasn’t come in around a sandbank. Ask lifeguards for advice and always carry a means of calling for help. 
• Be mindful when at the water’s edge as the wake from some of the ships passing can cause a sudden surge in the tide height. 
• Crosby Beach has areas of deep mud which are constantly shifting and moving. Please stay within 50m of the promenade when walking on the beach. If you do get stuck, remain calm and try not to struggle. Call 999 or 112 and ask for the coastguard. If you can see the lifeguards, wave to them and they will help you. 
• Speak to the lifeguards about the conditions on the day.

To have fun safely on all lifeguarded beaches: 

• swim between the red and yellow flags 
• protect your family 
• we advise against using inflatable toys as they can be quickly blown out to sea 
• if you’re in trouble in the water, Float to Live
• in an emergency, alert the lifeguards or call 999 or 112 and ask for the coastguard.

For more beach safety advice, visit our beach safety page.