If you see someone in difficulty, never attempt a rescue. If you get into trouble stick your hand in the air and shout for help. These will help you avoid potential hazards on the beach and identify the safest areas for swimming. The tide can turn very quickly Top tips to stay safeĪlways read and obey the safety signs, usually found at the entrance to the beach. You are swimming at an unsupervised beach

It can be difficult to get out (steep slimy banks) Learn to spot and keep away from dangers. To keep yourself safe, when you are in, on or beside water, always follow the Water Safety Code. This has been an area where children have paddled and fished for crabs since the 1930s which is why Canvey Island residents campaigned for it to be saved. The tidal pool was officially transferred to the Town Council on the 22nd July 2011. In August 2010 Castle Point Borough Council offered to transfer the responsibility of the day to day management and operation of the old tidal pool along with a section of the beach area to Canvey Island Town Council as part of an agreement between the two councils to promote and enhance the Concord beach area. Environment Agency - Southern Shoreline Revetment Project.

Tidal pool