Lifeguard unit: Mawgan Porth
Beach Information
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About this beach
Mawgan Porth is a long, flat sandy beach that is exposed to Atlantic swells. The beach is surrounded on both sides by cliffs and rocks. During low tide there are a number of caves and rock outcrops that are accessible. On the south side of the beach there is a river that flows out to the sea. Mawgan Porth is a popular beach with families and surfers.
Lifeguard season dates
19 May - 30 September
Headquarters open days
05/01/2009
By: Laura Fennimore
The RNLI opens its Headquarters and the Lifeboat College to the public on 5–6 September.
RNLI lifeguards for Teignbridge
04/12/2008
By: Amy Caldwell
The RNLI will take on lifeguarding duties in Teignbridge in Devon from next year.
Bobby's Boat named at College
24/11/2008
By: Amy Ross
A D class lifeboat for the RNLI relief fleet was named Bobby's Boat at the Lifeboat College on 14 November.
RNLI trainer awarded prestigious medal
17/11/2008
By: Tamsin Thomas
RNLI Sea Survival Trainer Paul Savage has been awarded the prestigious Thomas Gray Silver Medal at the Annual Court of the Marine Society and Sea Cadets.
