WATCH: dramatic footage in which a surfer was rescued by Porthcawl RNLI's volunteer crew. The crew involved in this rescue (which took place in January 2020 and featured in an episode of Saving Lives At Sea) have now been awarded for their bravery. Martin Double, RNLI Area Lifesaving Manager said: ‘This was a difficult rescue in the most challenging conditions. Thanks to the actions of the helm and his crew, the Porthcawl RNLI team undoubtably saved the life of the surfer that day. I’m delighted

In 2015 we were the busiest RNLI inshore lifeboat station in Wales. This footage is from 16/12/15 - rescue of a fisherman swept from the breakwater. Full press release: https://www.facebook.com/porthcawlrnli/photos/a.422165047861086.96898.211952528882340/900051970072389/ | Porthcawl RNLI Lifeboat

A surfer was rescued by Porthcawl RNLI after he was caught in a powerful rip current. Ben Fraser, 30, originally from London but is now living in south Wales, who has been surfing for 15 years, said he had only been surfing at Rest Bay, Porthcawl a handful of times and that was he unfamiliar with the "strength of the rips". Before he knew it, Ben was being pulled further south towards Hutchwns Point where he then signalled for help to a dog walker who then contacted the Coastguard. "Thankfully i

Large swell combined with a big tide at Porthcawl seafront this evening. In rough weather avoid exposed coastal areas like cliffs, sea walls and piers as big waves can sweep you out to sea. Watch the conditions LIVE safely on our cam: www.porthcawl-lifeboat.co.uk #RespectTheWater | Porthcawl RNLI Lifeboat