South Shields Volunteer Life Brigade

Since it was founded in 1866 South Shields Volunteer Life Brigade has been at the forefront of search and rescue lifesaving around the coast and riverside of South Tyneside. Today the Brigade continues to proudly uphold its motto to be “Always Ready” to work with HM Coastguard and other emergency services to provide a highly-trained team of volunteers able to carry out rope rescue, water rescue and search and other related duties. The team is on call to respond to emergencies at all times of night and day and in all weathers.